An Op-Ed by Paladin Why is there no bridge that links North Caicos to Providenciales? Yes, many years ago this idea would have been cost-prohibitive, but today it can be discussed with all seriousness, and a cost–benefit analysis can be mapped and given genuine consideration. How is this a viable idea, you ask? The answer lies in the total amount of “wasted” funds over the last 20 years and the total amount of government tax monies that were forgiven and not paid into the

Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty has released its 2025 Year in Review Market Report, revealing a real estate market that has transitioned from post-pandemic acceleration into a more balanced, disciplined, and opportunity-rich phase. ZAHM... What we are seeing now is a healthier, more transparent market... Following several years of unprecedented growth, the 2025 data confirm a clear market recalibration, one defined by informed decision-making, selective buyer

Invest Turks and Caicos has officially launched its Fisheries Pilot Programme, an initiative designed to transform local fishing from a subsistence activity into a sustainable, growth-oriented business sector. Angela Musgrove, CEO - Invest Turks & Caicos Islands The pilot supports 18 fisherfolk across the islands, providing each with funding of up to $50,000 to purchase vessels, engines, fishing gear, and other essential equipment. In addition to financial assistance, each

The Ministry of Public Safety and Utilities, through the Department of Rehabilitation and Community Supervision (DRCS), has officially launched a national Electronic Monitoring System (EMS) alongside its Five-Year Strategic Plan, marking a major milestone in the modernisation of justice and public safety in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Jaron Harvey (left), Director for the Department of Rehabilitation and Community Supervision demonstrates how the Deputy Commissioner of Po

Over the past two days, the Department of Agriculture has had the distinct privilege of hosting PJ Budler, an internationally respected cattle expert and genetics authority originally from South Africa, whose global experience spans decades and more than 50 countries. Budler documenting cattle Mr. Budler was invited by the Department to conduct a preliminary assessment of the cattle populations on Salt Cay and Grand Turk. With extensive credentials that include founding Bon

On Friday, January 9, a septet from the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music visited Turks and Caicos as part of a community-focused initiative aimed at enriching local arts and Music Education. Invited to the island by Brenten Handfield, a well known local musician currently studying Music at the University of Miami, the group performed at The Ritz-Carlton, sharing an evening of live music that celebrated creativity, culture, and connection. Beyond the stage, the

How Easing into Your Day Regulates Your Hormones, Even When You’re Rushed Rushing first thing in the morning sets a stressed tone for the entire day. Your stress hormone, cortisol, naturally rises upon waking. If you immediately grab your phone or sprint into tasks, you hyper-activate your nervous system. You end up feeling frazzled and mentally exhausted before the day has even properly begun. You don't need a two-hour routine. You just need to interrupt the rush. Slow m

An Op-Ed by Alicia Swann What’s on my mind is a Turks and Caicos that deserves to be celebrated, not reshaped into something unrecognizable. Alicia Swann Yes, Providenciales has grown. It has welcomed businesses, ideas, and people from all over the world, and in many ways, it reflects the beauty of a melting pot. But growth should not mean erasure. Progress should not require us to trade away the very soul of who we are. There is a moment we are standing in right now th

Grand Turk has been voted one of the Top Ten Caribbean Islands to Visit in 2026 in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, securing the #10 spot on the prestigious list. A tourist frolic in the turquoise waters of Grand Turk, against a Carnival Cruise Ship backdrop. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Zhavargo Jolly, welcomed the recognition, describing it as a proud moment for the destination. “This recognition by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards puts a well-deserved s

Academy Eagles FC produced a dominant display to defeat Flamingoes FC 4–1 in a Beaches Resort and Spa–sponsored Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) Premier League encounter on Wednesday night (15th January) at the TCIFA Field. The Academy Eagles Team The Eagles asserted control early, opening the scoring in the 10th minute through Jean Innocent (#9), who capitalized on sustained pressure to put his side ahead. Academy Eagles continued to dictate the pace a

The Turks and Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission (FSC) continues to demonstrate its commitment to cor-porate social responsibility and community partnership through a recent visit and donation to the Marion Williams Special Needs Association of Providenciales (SNAP) Centre in Kew Town. FSC and SNAP outside Senior leadership of the FSC’s Providenciales office visited the SNAP Centre this week, where essential nutritional items were donated in support of the student

An Op-Ed by by Hynetta Karen Forbes I am calling on Crown land unit Turks and Caicos Islands (The Turks and Caicos Government) to address the urgent need for the legalization of indigenous Turks Islanders who have been residing in informal settlements for over a decade (10 years). Hynetta Karen Forbes The current legal framework, which prohibits building without proper permits, has inadvertently marginalized many local families who are simply seeking shelter and stability

Pelican Energy TCI, formerly FortisTCI has withdraw its six percent rate increase asking from the Washington Misick Administration. The company issued the notice via news release, and also dispatched the information to its customers. Devon Cox, President - Pelican Energy TCI The following is the news release: Pelican Energy TCI, the electricity utility company serving the Turks and Caicos Islands (“TCI”), and the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, hereby notifies the public

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK (CPA UK), in partnership with the Parliament of Bermuda, has invited Hon. E. Jay Saunders, Minister of Innovation, Technology and Energy, to participate in Bermuda’s Post-Election Seminar (26–28 January 2026) — a three-day programme designed to strengthen parliamentary practice, scrutiny and effective representation following Bermuda’s recent General Election. Hon. E. Jay Saunders Hon. Saunders will deliver opening remarks at th

A 33-year-old man from Kew Town has been formally charged in connection with two separate burglary incidents in Providenciales, according to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force. The Serious Crime Unit (SCU) confirmed that Wolbert Ferguson was charged on Tuesday, January 13, and Thursday, January 15, 2026, with two counts of burglary following separate reports made to police. The first incident allegedly occurred in the Leeward Gates area, where a quantity of tools

Members of the Turks & Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) opened 2026 with the first General Meeting, setting a clear and purposeful tone for the year ahead through updates on advocacy, sustainability, industry collaboration, and long-term destination development. Stacy Cox, CEO of the TCHTA Held at Blue Haven Resort, the meeting saw a series of strategic updates from key committees, perspectives on the evolving tourism and real estate landscape, and a forward-looki

Residents across the Turks and Caicos Islands are being encouraged to make their voices heard as the consultation period for the proposed Immigration Bill 2026 enters its final days. Deputy Premier and Minister of Immigration and Border Services Hon. Jamell Robinson According to an official public notice issued by the Ministry of Immigration and Border Services, the deadline for submissions is January 23, 2026. The notice, which has been widely circulated online and displ

Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty officially unveiled its newest innovation in luxury real estate storytelling with the EPIC Theatre Media Launch on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the EPIC Theatre, located at the company’s Providenciales office at Venture House in Grace Bay. The invite-only media launch welcomed audiences which included Government Officials, the local media, industry partners, developers, and key stakeholders for an intimate and cinematic intro

The following is a statement from the former President and CEO of Pelican Energy (formerly Fortis) on her departure from the energy company. Ruth Forbes, former President & CEO of Pelican Energy Two Decades of Service, Leadership and Impact, with Gratitude Today, as I conclude my tenure as President and CEO of Pelican Energy TCI (formerly FortisTCI), my heart is overflowing with gratitude for two incredible decades of learning, growth, and transformation. What few may k

The Providenciales campus of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) is set to begin offering nursing courses, expanding access to critical healthcare training on the island, according to Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture. From left – Sheba Wilson, Chair of the TCICC Board of Governor; Claudette Clare, Co-owner of the building; Minister of Education Hon. Rachel Taylor; Member of Parliament for Leeward and Long Bay Hon. Akierra Mi