The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, citing the anticipated development of El Niño conditions as a key factor in suppressing tropical cyclone activity across the basin. Forecasters predict 8 to 14 named storms with sustained winds of at least 39 mph. According to NOAA’s outlook, there is a 55 percent chance of a below-normal season, a 35 percent chance of a near-normal season, and only

The National Cancer Society of the Turks and Caicos Islands extends sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who came out and supported “A Night for the Fight” event, which was held at the National Stadium on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Inter-Health Canada, TCI Hospital team “A Night for the Fight” is more than just an event; it is a community gathering aimed at bringing greater awareness to all forms of cancer while promoting hope, support, and unity. The initiative seeks t

The 3rd Annual Turks and Caicos Islands Business Outlook will convene on June 5, 2026, at The Palms under the theme, “Strengthening Foundations for Long-Term Prosperity.” Premier Hon. Washington Misick who also serves as Minister of Finance, Economic Development, Investment and Trade, is expected to deliver the keynote address The event will bring together government leaders, regional executives and private sector stakeholders for discussions aimed at strengthening economi

The Guyanese community in the Turks and Caicos Islands marked Guyana’s Independence celebrations with a series of community-centred initiatives aimed at giving back and strengthening civic pride. Folder file...Guyana Members of the Guyanese Community about to donate blood at the Cheshire Medical Centre in Providenciales As part of activities commemorating Guyana’s Independence anniversary, members of the Guyanese community joined together to repaint three of the most freque

Approximately 28 staff members from Grace Bay Resorts have completed the first batch of TIDES (Together Individuals Delivering Excellent Service) training as the resort group strengthens efforts to enhance visitor experiences through deeper knowledge of Turks and Caicos culture, history and hospitality. Director of Training and Quality Assurance at Grace Bay Resorts, Leila Basam Abdi, addresses the TIDES Trainees The Training took place on the on Wednesday, 27 May, on the G

The Turks & Caicos Reef Fund is celebrating the continued success and growth of its Reef Keeper program, a hospitality partnership initiative that is directly funding marine conservation initiatives across the Turks and Caicos Islands. Photo Source: Experience Turks & Caicos In the first quarter of 2026 alone, participating Reef Keeper partner Wymara Resort + Villas, who’s tag line is ‘Luxury with a Conscience’, raised nearly $30,000 through optional guest contributions. Thes

The inaugural JAGS McCartney Road Relays were held on Saturday, May 23, in Providenciales. The race route began at the Graceway Gourmet Parking lot in Grace Bay and proceeded westward toward The Bight before turning southeast in the vicinity of the former Kids Park. Passing the Kids Park, the route then took the runners south-eastward at the intersections, exiting onto the Leeward Highway near the former TCI Cinema. They then travelled east along the highway back to Graceway

The Turks and Caicos Islands now has an official statistics-collection body, with the launch of the Turks and Caicos Islands Statistics Authority during a ceremony held at the Ritz-Carlton Resort in Providenciales on Tuesday, May 26. Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands Hon.Charles Washington Misick addresses the launch of the Statistics Authority Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Charles Washington Misick, officially declared the establishment of the authori

Salt Cay was once the economic engine of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Not a footnote. Not a curiosity. A powerhouse. The island that produced the “White Gold” that fed armies, preserved food across continents, and kept this country alive long before tourism became our only storyline. Photo Source: Visit TCI Yet today, Salt Cay sits in quiet decline — its ponds idle, its heritage fading, and its people left waiting for a government vision that never seems to arrive. We talk

Minister of Innovation, Technology and Energy, Hon. E. Jay Saunders, will represent the Turks and Caicos Islands at a major regional conference on digital resilience and data sovereignty being hosted by the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) in Belize on June 3, 2026. Hon. Saunders has been invited as a featured panelist at the High-Level Policy Dialogue on Digital Resilience and the Data Embassy Model, an event that will bring toge

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) is set to bring officers and community members together in a celebration of unity, teamwork and athletic excellence during its upcoming National Sports Day 2026. The highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the National Stadium on Venetian Road in Providenciales. Designed to promote camaraderie, sportsmanship and healthy competition, the day’s activities are expec

Pelican Energy TCI is warning customers to prepare for higher electricity bills in the coming months as escalating global fuel prices, driven in part by ongoing conflict and instability in the Middle East, are expected to significantly increase the fuel factor rate charged on electricity consumption. Devon Cox, CEO of Pelican Energy The utility company said the fuel factor rate is projected to rise from approximately $0.1751 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) to an estimated $0.3112 p

The decision by Booking.com to apply commissions to government-imposed accommodation taxes and statutory fees collected by hotels has angered local and regional tourism players. As a result, the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) has joined its regional tourism counterparts in urging the online booking agency to reconsider such policy. The Association says the proposed measure has sparked significant concern among accommodation providers throughout the

The grand opening of the Treasure Beach Village at Beaches Turks and Caicos brought more than just high-energy celebrations to the shores of Providenciales as the Sandals Foundation led a star-studded Reading Road Trip at four local primary schools. Dozens of celebrities, global media representatives, resort guests, and hospitality executives took a purposeful break from the weekend's festivities to connect directly with the island's youngest learners. The initiative transf

The Department of Agriculture in the Turks and Caicos Islands has begun an active dog trapping exercise aimed at improving community safety and reducing the growing concerns surrounding stray and uncontrolled dogs across the islands. Dog Trapping Residents in several communities have expressed concerns over roaming dogs, incidents of dog bites, and threats to livestock and private property. In response, the Department has launched a coordinated effort designed to safely cap

50th Anniversary of Ministerial Government (1976–2026) Series… The Beginning of the Constitutional Journey The story of Ministerial Government in the Turks and Caicos Islands did not begin with the 1976 election alone. Its deeper roots lie in the years of transition, uncertainty, and constitutional change that followed 1962. Salt Workers That year marked one of the most significant turning points in the modern political history of the Turks and Caicos Islands. In August 1962,

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited (“Butterfield”) (NYSE: NTB | BSX: NTB.BH) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CIBC’s 91.7% interest in CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited (“CIBC Caribbean”), to create a leading banking and wealth management platform in international financial centers and attractive Caribbean markets, with approximately $29 billion in assets. The transaction brings together two complementary banks with deep roots and established relationshi

The Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Anti-Money Laundering Committee (AMLC) is pleased to announce the successful participation of a multi-agency delegation in the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) Assessor Training held in the Cayman Islands from April 27th to May 1st, 2026. The TCI was represented by six (6) public-sector delegates. Representatives from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (R

The inaugural Youth Tribunal hosted by the Rotaract Club of Providenciales has earned praise from government leaders and participants alike, following an engaging discussion centered on one of the country's most pressing national issues: whether the Turks and Caicos Islands should prioritize controlling the cost of living over rapid economic development. Andy Misick arguing on the floor The event brought together young professionals and emerging leaders to debate the topic,

Thoughts, Prayers & Poems Chrystal Charles Hi, my name is Chrystal Charles, and I am a Voice of Turks and Caicos. We continue with the series, Throughts, Prayers and Poems, a body of expression that hasbeen accumulated over many years that I’ve decided to share. We are currently in the month of May, a time that stands in honour of our ONLY official National Hero, the Right Excellent James Alexander George Smith McCartney, and by extension, a celebration of ourselves as a peop