The Grace Bay Resorts Foundation is preparing to host its second annual Fun Run on Saturday, November 14, 2026, bringing the community together for a morning of fitness, fun and charitable giving. The event, scheduled to begin at 6 a.m. at the National Stadium in Providenciales, will feature both 5K and 10K distances, with proceeds benefiting two local charitable organisations, Food for Thought and the National Cancer Society. Building on the success of its inaugural event in

There is something unsettling about George Orwell’s Animal Farm. The pigs never had to tear down the commandments to take control. They simply changed the wording. A few words were added here and there. Then suddenly what was once forbidden became acceptable. The other animals continued living by the rules, believing those rules had not changed. By the time they understood what had happened, the pigs had already secured their power. Orwell was telling us something important.

The Governor, the Chief Minister, and the Constitutional Reality of Ministerial Government in 1976 A Stamp containing image of the country’s first Chief Minister JAGS McCartney The Government the People Elected, but Did Not Fully Control On 29 September 1976, the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands voted for a new political future. They elected representatives who, for the first time under the new constitutional arrangements, would assume ministerial responsibility. Yet b

In a demonstration of its commitment to community development, and meaningful partnerships CIBC Caribbean has made a donation of $1,500 to the ‘Baking Masterclass’. This support aims to continue to create meaningful opportunities for the youth to develop their baking skills and techniques while enhancing their confidence, creativity, teamwork and entrepreneurial potential. Recipient of the donation is founder/coordinator Lakeisha Wilson who holds 26 years of experience in Cul

The Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force, through the Ministry of Immigration and Border Services, wishes to advise importers, customs brokers, businesses and the general public of Cabinet's approved changes to the Customs Processing Fee (CPF) and customs import duty treatment of certain commodities previously benefiting from the breadbasket waiver. The prevailing CPF and import duty rates have been restored on non-core commodities that were previously included under the bre

Governor Her Excellency Dileeni Daniel-Selvaratnam has called for faster court proceedings, greater accountability and improved public confidence, stressing that the true measure of judicial reform must be the experience of those who depend on the justice system. Daniel-Selvaratnam…"Public confidence in justice is not created by what institutions say about themselves, it is earned through what citizens experience of them." The Governor made the remarks on Friday, October 30,

The Ministry of Health and Human Services is calling on residents across the Turks and Caicos Islands to report suspected side effects from medications as part of a global campaign aimed at improving medicine safety and protecting public health. Minister of Health and Human Services Hon. Kyle Knowles The appeal comes as the territory joins countries around the world in observing MedSafety Week, which runs from November 2 to 8 under the theme, “Side Effects – Don't Ignore Them

Twenty-five teams are participating in this year's inter-primary school football competition, with excitement surrounding the tournament as schools, teachers, coaches and young athletes look forward to several weeks of entertaining and highly competitive football. The competition, which was scheduled to begin on Saturday, November 7, will continue throughout November, with participating schools seeking to establish themselves among the leading contenders for championship hono

The Turks and Caicos Islands recorded its highest number of stayover arrivals for the third quarter of the year, with approximately 130,000 visitors welcomed between July and September, representing a three percent increase over the same period in 2025. Preliminary figures from Experience Turks and Caicos show that the destination recorded 514,670 stayover arrivals for the first nine months of 2026, an increase of 25,048 visitors, or five percent, compared with the same perio

Turks and Caicos Islands has always been rich in talent, culture, and identity. What we have not been rich in is institutional courage — the courage to invest in our own people, our own stories, and our own national narrative. Nowhere is this failure more visible than in the magazines we have allowed to define us. KARIB Magazine publications For decades, the publications placed in our airports, resorts, villas, and tourist centers have been glorified real estate brochures dre

The organisers of TCI Top Model are delighted to announce the return of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ premier modelling and fashion event. The Cycle 8 grand finale, themed The New Renaissance, will take place on Saturday, 24 April 2027. Dr Courtney Robinson, Founder and Executive Producer of TCI Top Model Renowned for its high production values, multimedia presentations and cutting-edge fashion, TCI Top Model is much more than a runway competition. The programme is dedicated

All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are prohibited from being licensed for private or personal use throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands, with their operation restricted exclusively to commercial guided tours, the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has reminded the public. The department is also warning ATV operators that the vehicles are strictly prohibited from entering the Leeward Highway from Suzie Turn or Pratt's Road on Providenciales, as authorities reinforce traffic regulat

Luxury cruise ship Explora III is scheduled to make its first visit to Providenciales on Tuesday, November 10, with more than 600 passengers expected to come ashore. Explora III | Credit: 2025 Explora Journeys The visit is set for Blue Haven Marina. The Home Office Ltd., which announced the inaugural call, said the ship’s visit is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Explora III is operated by Explora Journeys, a luxury cruise brand that combines contemporary ship design and ocea

The Department of Agriculture, Animal Division Grand Turk Office, hosted a hands-on, practical workshop on equine nutrition and husbandry on Monday, 26 October 2026, at the Manilik Stable Grounds, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Dr. Amartya C. Hosein demonstrates correct grooming technique using a dandy brush, as horse operators look on. Participants were also introduced to a range of other grooming tools, which were provided to them by the Department, and shown how to use each

Swimming club makes urgent appeal for public support to help finance long-awaited Bight Community Swimming Pool With less than four weeks remaining before its grand fundraising raffle draw, Salt Rakers Aquatic Club is appealing to residents, businesses and supporters across the Turks and Caicos Islands to help close a financial shortfall in its campaign to construct the proposed Bight Community Swimming Pool. Bennett Williams, founder and head coach of Salt Rakers Aquatic Clu

Andaz has unveiled details of its highly anticipated luxury resort on Grace Bay, offering a first look at the property's architecture, accommodations, dining experiences and wellness facilities ahead of its scheduled opening in spring 2027. A rendering of the ANDAZ Resort Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay will mark the brand's first Caribbean island resort and Hyatt's entry into the Turks and Caicos Islands. Located along the world-famous Grace Bay Beach, the 132-key developm

News Release The Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, through its Department of Special Education Needs Services (SENS), is pleased to announce the observance of Special Education Month 2026, under the theme “No Learner Left Out: The Power of Inclusive Teaching.” Minister of Education Hon. Rachel Taylor Throughout November, the SENS Department will host activities aimed at raising awareness, celebrating learners with special educational needs, and strengthening i

Despite a challenging opening round, the Turks and Caicos Islands Under-15 Boys National Football Team demonstrated determination, resilience and fighting spirit at the FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan 2026, recording an impressive victory over Vanuatu and a hard-fought draw against Mauritania. The TCI U15 Team and team management engage in a photo op with President of FIFA Gianni Infantino The young national footballers faced tough international opposition durin

Road to 1976 Series: 50th Anniversary of Ministerial Government 1976–2026 PART FIFTEEN For a family waiting on supplies, a boat's arrival could matter more immediately than a constitutional announcement. For a parent, the pressing question might be where a child could continue school. For someone seeking employment, it might be whether another year at home was possible. Fisherman throwing net These were among the circumstances in which the people of the Turks and Caicos Isl

The Department of Culture successfully hosted its “Ripsaw in the Park: Battle of the Bands – Primary School Edition” on Friday, 16 October 2026, at the Kew Town Community Park, Providenciales, as part of its National Heritage Month celebrations under the theme “Rooted in Culture, United by Progress.” Eliza Simons Primary School - 1st place Ripsaw in the Park: Battle of the Bands – Primary School Edition The event brought together talented primary school students from across t