More than 700 children attended the annual Electoral District 9 back-to-school giveaway at the Felix Morley Community Center in Five Cays on Sunday, August 23. From left: Hon. E. Jay Saunders – Minister of Technology, Innovation and Energy; Hon. Jameka Taylor – Deputy Speaker of the House of Parliament; Adesha Gustave – the 2026 Miss International Turks and Caicos; and Hon. Rachel Marshall Taylor – Minister of Education, Youth, Sport and Culture. Now in its eighth year, the

Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Summer READY Programme, a two-week internship initiative designed to provide high school students in Forms 3-5 with hands-on exposure to the healthcare environment and an opportunity to explore careers within the sector. Participating students from the 2026 Summer READY Programme show-off their certificates The programme, organised and hosted by the Training and Education Department, wel

Anyone caught riding an e-scooter on a public road without the required driving credentials could face legal consequences, according to the authorities. Parents and guardians may be held accountable if they unlawfully allow underage children to operate the vehicles The Department of Motor Vehicles and the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force issued the warning after observing an increase in children, other underage riders and unlicensed individuals using e-scooters o

The Turks and Caicos Islands Boys’ Under-14 national football team gave a good account of itself despite failing to advance from the group stage of the 2026 Caribbean Football Union Boys’ U14 Challenge Series in the Dominican Republic. A TCIFA Photo shows the U14 Boys in training Competing in Tier II Group B, the young TCI side finished fourth after three competitive matches against Antigua and Barbuda, the Cayman Islands and Dominica. TCI began its campaign with a narrow

Historic inauguration marks the beginning of a new chapter of service, responsibility, and student-centered leadership at Howard University Antwon Walkin (right) being sworn in along with other elected members Antwon H.F. Walkin was officially inaugurated as Chairman of the Senate of the 15th Administration of the Howard University Student Association (HUSA), assuming the responsibility of leading the legislative branch of Howard University’s student government. The inaug

Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture Hon. Rachel Taylor has praised Beaches Turks and Caicos for providing meaningful opportunities and renewed hope to young people across the Turks and Caicos Islands. Minister Rachel Taylor addressing the Beaches 2026 Beaches Interns Graduation at the Caribbean Village on Thursday, August 13 She delivered the remarks during the resort’s 2026 Summer Internship Graduation Ceremony, held on Thursday, August 13, at the Caribbean Vi

Four young swimmers representing the Turks and Caicos Islands delivered encouraging performances at the 30th Goodwill Swimming Championships, held from August 14–16, 2026, at the National Aquatic Centre in Balmain, Couva. From left - Ella Martin, Daniel Martin, Michael Martin, Isabelle Martin, Samuel Martin and Bennett Williams The national delegation comprised Isabelle Martin, Samuel Martin, Michael Martin and Daniel Martin. The swimmers were accompanied by Team Manager M

Andy Missick has emerged as the CIBC Unsung Hero for 2026, for his outstanding commitment to youth empowerment, community service and creating opportunities for vulnerable individuals. The CIBC Caribbean Unsung Heroes initiative celebrates individuals whose actions have made a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Nominations were reviewed by an independent panel of judges - Sonia Fulford, Drewell Seymour, Angela Musgrove and Judith L. Garland, Legal and Compliance Of

Royal Turks & Caicos Golf Club will host its next Kids Summer Camp from August 24 to 28, giving young athletes five days of instruction in golf, tennis and swimming. The upcoming session follows camps held July 6–10 and July 20–24. Open to children ages 5 and older, the camp will run Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Participants will take part in drills, skill-development sessions and game-based activities designed to build confidence and consistency while ke

Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture Hon. Rachel Taylor is encouraging young people who pursue higher education overseas to return home and use their knowledge and skills to help build the Turks and Caicos Islands. Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture and Deryck Meany, the Beaches Turks and Caicos Islands Manager share in a celebratory Moment with an elite group of Beaches Interns called Shining Stars, at the Interns Graduation Ce

Beaches Turks and Caicos Resort recently collaborated with the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force and the Department of Social Services to support a youth camp hosted at the Oseta Jolly Primary School, underscoring the resort’s ongoing commitment to youth development in the Turks and Caicos Islands. F&B eye for details being shared with a camper The camp, which brought together security forces, government agencies and private sector entities, focused on equipping y

Communications professional and former national apprentice Alique Harvey encouraged participants in the National Internship and Apprenticeship Programme (NIAP) to embrace opportunities, remain teachable and help create pathways for others. Communications Professional and former NIAP Apprentice Alique Harvey Harvey delivered the keynote address at NIAP’s fifth-cycle closing ceremony, held at Beaches Turks and Caicos on Tuesday, August 8. Reflecting on his journey from a 25

Turks and Caicos Islands international Maddox Zaidan-Jones has signed a professional contract with English Premier League club Fulham FC ahead of the 2026/27 season. Zaidan-Jones has primarily played in midfield for the national programme but has also been deployed as a striker. Fulham announced that the versatile 18-year-old midfielder will initially join the club’s Under-21 squad. “It feels amazing to sign for Fulham,” Zaidan-Jones told the club’s website. “It’s the typ

The management and staff of the hospital are proud to congratulate the interns who have spent the past six weeks at both Cheshire Hall Medical Centre and Cockburn Town Medical Centre gaining valuable workplace experience through the Ministry of Education’s National Internship and Apprenticeship Programme (NIAP). Since the inception of the National Internship and Apprenticeship Programme, the Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital has proudly partnered with the Ministry of Educatio

A new chapter in child development and family support has officially begun with the grand opening of Adventure Minds, an innovative childcare and structured learning program founded by Mrs. Synovia Jackson, formerly known throughout the community as Ms. Thomas. With more than a decade of experience working with children, Mrs. Jackson established Adventure Minds to provide a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where children can build confidence, develop social and l

Governor Dileeni Daniel-Selvaratnam has urged participants in the National Internship and Apprenticeship Programme to work hard, remain proactive and take responsibility for their own success, warning that “no one is owed anything.” Governor Her Excellency Dileeni Daniel Selvaratnam presents a certificate of completion to Roneika Johnson, one of the Apprentices under the Government Apprentices and Internship Programme Speaking at the programme’s closing ceremony at Beaches

Ashley’s Learning Center (ALC), the Turks and Caicos Islands’ only private special education school dedicated to children with mild to moderate learning disabilities, autism, and developmental delays, has once again received significant support from the Corporate Charity Challenge (CCC), reinforcing the business community’s ongoing commitment to inclusive education. Through this year’s Corporate Charity Challenge, $76,426 was raised in support of ALC. The funds have enabled

The Turks and Caicos Islands Swim Federation (TCISF) will send a six-member delegation, comprising of four swimmers to the 30th Goodwill Swimming Championships, scheduled for August 14–16, 2026, at the National Aquatic Centre in Balmain, Couva, Trinidad and Tobago. The championships are one of the Caribbean's premier age-group swimming competitions, bringing together many of the region's most talented young athletes in an atmosphere of friendship, sportsmanship, and high-l

July 27, 2026 marks an important milestone in Aaliyah’s professional journey as she was formally called to the Bar of the Turks and Caicos Islands before the Honourable Chief Justice Yonnette Cummings Edwards, members of the Judiciary, the legal profession, family and friends. Newly-minted attorney Aaliyah K.T. Rigby share in a photo op with (from left) Attorney Mark Fulford; Chief Justice Yonnette Cummings Edwards. The application for Aaliyah’s admission was moved by Mr. M

The Turks and Caicos Islands Under 15 Girls, did not leave the Inaugural Goombay Cup Football Tournament in the Bahamas empty-handed as two of their players – Edna Jeanty and Jai Robinson walked away with Individual accolades. Edna Jeanty collecting the Collecting the Golden Ball Award | Photos: Bahamas Football Association The tournament was in Nassau between July 24 and 26. The promising Edna Jeanty copped the Golden Ball Award, outshining all the other players in tournamen