TO THE GOVERNMENT OF THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS: LEGALIZING A PIECE OF LAND SHOULD NOT BE SO DIFFICULT FOR TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS IN THEIR OWN COUNTRY—SO STOP TREATING IT AS IF IT IS! A major turning point in our Crown land system came after the 2008–2009 Commission of Inquiry. Hynetta Forbes The Inquiry found a high probability of systemic corruption and raised serious concerns about how Government and Crown land were being handled. After that period, the Crown land sy

Just hours after celebrating the birth of a new granddaughter, Jock Williams and his wife, Aritha, found themselves praying for his survival while confronting a life-or-death emergency. Jock Williams and his wife, Aritha, are pictured with Dr. Vinayaga Pandian, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at Health City Cayman Islands, following the successful procedure that helped save Williams’ life after he suffered a heart attack in Turks and Caicos. The 40-year-old Turks and

For decades, luxury real estate in the Turks & Caicos Islands has been synonymous with beachfront living. Expansive stretches of white sand, crystal-clear waters, and iconic ocean views have established the destination as one of the Caribbean's most sought-after residential markets. A rendering of the Loren Resort Today, however, the definition of luxury ownership is evolving. Discerning buyers are seeking more than a beautiful home. They are looking for communities that comp

Her Excellency Dame Cynthia "Mother" Pratt, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, will serve as the keynote speaker at the 2026 Turks and Caicos Islands National Prayer Breakfast, a landmark event commemorating 50 Years of Ministerial Governance in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Her Excellency Dame Cynthia "Mother" Pratt, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas The National Prayer Breakfast, organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Public Sa

The Rise of JAGS McCartney and the Political Awakening of the Turks and Caicos Islands Some leaders inherit power. Some leaders are appointed to office. And some leaders emerge because people are searching for a voice. JAGS McCartney By the early 1970s, the Turks and Caicos Islands had entered one of the most important periods in their modern history. Economic uncertainty, outward migration, limited opportunities, and growing questions about political representation were crea

Everyone in Turks and Caicos wants the same simple thing: to get where they are going with as little stress and frustration as possible. Yet every day on our roads, we see impatience, indifference, and unnecessary tension that make driving far more unpleasant than it needs to be. The solution is not complicated. It begins with something old‑fashioned, something simple, something we all learned as children: courtesy. Courtesy is more than politeness. It is more than saying goo

Following a competitive application and interview process, Candia Ewing, TCIFA Acting General Secretary, was selected as one of just eighteen emerging female leaders from National Associations, Confederations, and Sport-for-Development organizations across Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and Germany to take part in the seventh edition of the Future Leaders in Football (FLF) Program, held in Mexico City from June 10–15, 2026, during the opening week of the FIFA Men's W

Experience Turks and Caicos is entering a new chapter in the country's tourism development following the passage of legislation that transforms the destination marketing organization into a statutory authority, a move government says will strengthen the promotion of the islands while ensuring tourism growth remains sustainable and rooted in local culture. Tourism Hon. Zhavargo Jolly Speaking during an interview with NewslineTCI, Minister of Tourism Hon. Zhavargo Jolly descr

On Sunday, July 5, 2026, seven Dominican Republic nationals were detained and their vessel seized following a coordinated multi-agency maritime operation targeting suspected illegal fishing activity within the territorial waters of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Photo Courtesy: Royal Turks & Caicos Islands Police Force Acting swiftly on information received from international partners, the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) activated a coordinated response i

Editor's Note: This is the first of two complementary opinion pieces by Paladin examining traffic and transportation in the Turks and Caicos Islands. A second article, focusing on the role of driver behaviour and road courtesy, will be published tomorrow. Let me talk to you straight, as if you’re sitting in my living room with a cup of bush tea. We all know Providenciales has a traffic problem. What we cannot agree on is why it exists or what to do about it. So let me wade in

*Photos Courtesy of Island House Villas Island House LVM, a local luxury villa rentals and management company based in Providenciales, is proud to highlight its continued commitment to giving back to the community through its support of United Way TCI “Yes I Can Read” programme. Over the past 3 years, Island House LVM and its founder, Grant Noble, have donated over $30,000, sponsoring eight children to improve their reading skills. Grant Noble Having lived in Turks & Caic

The Ministry of Immigration and Border Services wishes to advise the public that, effective Wednesday, 1 July 2026, all work permit applications must be submitted electronically through the Application Processing System (APS). Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration and Border Services Hon. Jamell Robinson This transition marks another significant milestone in the Government’s ongoing efforts to modernise immigration and employment services, improve operational efficienc

The Department of Rehabilitation and Community Supervision has taken another significant step toward the opening of the Juvenile Rehabilitation Facility for Boys by hosting consultants from the Carey Group, a United States-based organisation specialising in juvenile justice and residential rehabilitation services. Carey Group Consultants with Hon. Shaun D. Malcolm. The consultants were engaged to assist in developing the facility's operational model, as well as the policies

Two men have been found guilty of the 2024 murder of Evason Walkin, also known as "Archie," following a three-week trial in the Grand Turk Supreme Court. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) confirmed that Jevano Arthur and Archley Forbes, both of Residence Yard, Five Cays, Providenciales, were convicted of Mr. Walkin's murder. The convictions were returned on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. According to police, Mr. Walkin was kil

The Office of the Leader of the Opposition has formally written to the Honourable Stephen Doughty MP, Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories, after a detailed presentation to the Party's National General Council on a report commissioned by Party Leader Hon. Douglas Parnell concerning reported proposals for mid-term constitutional amendments affecting the Turks and Caicos Islands. Doug Parnell, Leader of the Opposition The correspondence, dated 6

Digicel Turks and Caicos is proudly celebrating 20 years of connecting people, businesses and communities across the Turks and Caicos Islands, marking two decades of innovation, investment and partnership in the nation’s digital journey. Kern Gardiner, Country Operations Manager of Digicel Turks and Caicos Since launching in 2006, Digicel has played a significant role in transforming communications throughout the country by expanding mobile and broadband connectivity, inves

Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration and Border Services, Hon. Jamell Robinson, has successfully concluded an island-wide graduation tour, attending each of the four Government high school graduation ceremonies to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2026 and reaffirm the Government’s commitment to investing in the nation’s youth. Deputy Premier and Minister of immigration and Border Services Hon. Jamell Robinson (left) and Minister Education Hon. Rachel Taylor (r

The Pelican Energy TCIFA Under-16 League delivered another exciting round of fixtures as the boys' and girls' divisions produced entertaining contests, standout individual performances and plenty of goals. The Teachers FC Female Under 16 Team Girls U16 – Teachers FC Edge Cheshire Hall FC Teachers FC continued their impressive campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Cheshire Hall FC in Match #6, on Monday, June 29 at the TCIFA Field located at Venetian Road in Providenc

Adesha Gustave says it still feels "unreal" after being crowned Miss International Turks and Caicos 2026 during the national pageant held at Brayton Hall on Venetian Road on Saturday, June 27. A radiant Adesha Gustave takes time for a camera shortly after winning the 2026 Miss International Turks and Caicos Gustave emerged victorious from a field of four contestants, succeeding inaugural queen Farrah Grant. In addition to winning the coveted crown, she also captured the sec

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of former Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Senior Superintendent of Police, Dr Terrence Bent, as Assistant Commissioner of Police for Training and Development. From left: Commissioner of Police Fitz Bailey, Inspector General Alison Woods, Assistant Commissioner of Police Terrence Bent and Her Excellency Governor Dileeni Daniel Selvaratnam Dr Bent was off