Bahamas

Country Bahamas
Capital Nassau
Continent North America(Central America)
Currency Bahamian dollar(BSD)
Languages English

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Lucayan Indians inhabited the islands when Christopher COLUMBUS first set foot in the New World on San Salvador in 1492. British settlement of the islands began in 1647; the islands became a colony in 1783. Since attaining independence from the UK in 1973, The Bahamas have prospered through tourism and international banking and investment management. Because of its geography, the country is a major transshipment point for illegal drugs, particularly shipments to the US and Europe, and its territory is used for smuggling illegal migrants into the US.

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Cuban streets underwater and Bahamas evacuated: the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa – video - The Guardian
  1. Cuban streets underwater and Bahamas evacuated: the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa – video  The Guardian
  2. Hurricane Melissa Live Updates: Death Toll Rises as Storm Churns Toward the Bahamas  The New York Times
  3. Hurricane Melissa Takes Aim at Bahamas After Battering Cuba  Mint
  4. From Jamaica to Haiti, Hurricane Melissa leaves a trail of destruction; Bahamas braces for storm | Key updates | World News  Hindustan Times
  5. Dozens dead as Hurricane Melissa batters Caribbean, moves towards Bahamas  The Statesman
  6. What’s Next for Hurricane Melissa? Southeast Bahamas and Bermuda Brace After Historic Landfall In Jamaica  Times Now
  7. Hurricane Melissa – Potential Wind Impacts The Bahamas: Central and Southeastern Islands (Adv. 36 - OCT 30, 2025, 0500 EDT)  ReliefWeb
  8. Hurricane Melissa kills 25 in southern Haiti, heads toward the Bahamas  Firstpost
  9. Four deaths in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa crosses Bahamas  BBC


Melissa to turn toward Bermuda and Canada after tearing through Bahamas, with flooding rain, damaging winds - AccuWeatherMelissa to turn toward Bermuda and Canada after tearing through Bahamas, with flooding rain, damaging winds  AccuWeather

Hurricane Melissa has left a trail of destruction across the Caribbean, slamming into Jamaica, Cuba & the Bahamas, with winds stronger than Hurricane Katrina. Over 25 people have died in Haiti. The storm has now weakened to a Category 3 hurricane as it m - LinkedInHurricane Melissa has left a trail of destruction across the Caribbean, slamming into Jamaica, Cuba & the Bahamas, with winds stronger than Hurricane Katrina. Over 25 people have died in Haiti. The storm has now weakened to a Category 3 hurricane as it m  LinkedIn

Hurricane Melissa live updates: At least 34 dead across Caribbean as storm barrels toward Bermuda - The IndependentHurricane Melissa live updates: At least 34 dead across Caribbean as storm barrels toward Bermuda  The Independent

Hurricane Melissa Wreaks $8 Billion of Damage, Kills Dozens - Bloomberg.comHurricane Melissa Wreaks $8 Billion of Damage, Kills Dozens  Bloomberg.com

Hurricane Melissa Barrels Through Bahamas After Lashing Cuba - The Wall Street JournalHurricane Melissa Barrels Through Bahamas After Lashing Cuba  The Wall Street Journal

Latest Update: Melissa to impact the Bahamas, Bermuda and Atlantic Canada after striking Cuba and Jamaica as one of the most powerful hurricanes on record - AccuWeatherLatest Update: Melissa to impact the Bahamas, Bermuda and Atlantic Canada after striking Cuba and Jamaica as one of the most powerful hurricanes on record  AccuWeather

Hurricane Melissa: Category 1 Storm Moving Through the Bahamas - WIONHurricane Melissa: Category 1 Storm Moving Through the Bahamas  WION

Hurricane Melissa Heads Toward Bermuda After Historic Jamaica Landfall - The Weather ChannelHurricane Melissa Heads Toward Bermuda After Historic Jamaica Landfall  The Weather Channel

Dozens dead as Hurricane Melissa batters Caribbean, moves towards Bahamas - AP7AMDozens dead as Hurricane Melissa batters Caribbean, moves towards Bahamas  AP7AM

Bahamas Tourism Issues Statement on Hurricane Melissa - TravelPulseBahamas Tourism Issues Statement on Hurricane Melissa  TravelPulse

US, Canada, Mexico, Bahamas, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan Among Ninety Three Visa-Free Travel Countries Boosting Germany Tourism Sector: New Report You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldUS, Canada, Mexico, Bahamas, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan Among Ninety Three Visa-Free Travel Countries Boosting Germany Tourism Sector: New Report You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Hurricane Melissa tracks towards Bahamas and Bermuda after pummeling Cuba - MintHurricane Melissa tracks towards Bahamas and Bermuda after pummeling Cuba  Mint

Hurricane Melissa produces damaging winds, floods, dangerous surge in Bahamas - NBC 6 South FloridaHurricane Melissa produces damaging winds, floods, dangerous surge in Bahamas  NBC 6 South Florida

Hurricane Melissa - Potential Wind Impacts - The Bahamas: Central and Southeastern Islands (Adv. 33 - OCT 29, 2025 1100 EDT) - ReliefWebHurricane Melissa - Potential Wind Impacts - The Bahamas: Central and Southeastern Islands (Adv. 33 - OCT 29, 2025 1100 EDT)  ReliefWeb

2026 Best Preparation for Winter to Summer in the Bahamas: A Guide to Enjoying Every Season - Travel And Tour World2026 Best Preparation for Winter to Summer in the Bahamas: A Guide to Enjoying Every Season  Travel And Tour World

Hurricane Melissa A Category 1 As It Lashes The Bahamas - The Weather ChannelHurricane Melissa A Category 1 As It Lashes The Bahamas  The Weather Channel

Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean, churns toward Bahamas - Straight Arrow NewsHurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean, churns toward Bahamas  Straight Arrow News

Hurricane Melissa Leaves 30 Dead In Caribbean, Bahamas Braces For Deadly Impact - NewsXHurricane Melissa Leaves 30 Dead In Caribbean, Bahamas Braces For Deadly Impact  NewsX

Historic Hurricane Melissa To Strike Cuba, Bahamas Next - The Weather ChannelHistoric Hurricane Melissa To Strike Cuba, Bahamas Next  The Weather Channel

Beyond Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa to blast Cuba, Bahamas before turning toward Bermuda - AccuWeatherBeyond Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa to blast Cuba, Bahamas before turning toward Bermuda  AccuWeather

Mexico Joins Bahamas, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Brazil, and Others Set to Showcase Their Tourism Excellence at UN Tourism General Assembly 26th Session in Saudi Arabia: Everything You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldMexico Joins Bahamas, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Brazil, and Others Set to Showcase Their Tourism Excellence at UN Tourism General Assembly 26th Session in Saudi Arabia: Everything You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Hurricane Melissa impacts southeastern Bahamas, after dozens killed across Caribbean - AP NewsHurricane Melissa impacts southeastern Bahamas, after dozens killed across Caribbean  AP News

Strong winds felt as Hurricane Melissa approaches Bahamas - Sky NewsStrong winds felt as Hurricane Melissa approaches Bahamas  Sky News

Hurricane Melissa live updates: Widespread destruction reported in Jamaica - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosHurricane Melissa live updates: Widespread destruction reported in Jamaica  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Melissa’s wrath: From Jamaica to the Bahamas, a trail of death, floods, and destruction - Times KuwaitMelissa’s wrath: From Jamaica to the Bahamas, a trail of death, floods, and destruction  Times Kuwait

Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba; has killed at least 26 in Haiti and Jamaica - The Washington PostHurricane Melissa hits Cuba; has killed at least 26 in Haiti and Jamaica  The Washington Post

Hurricane Melissa moving through the Bahamas after hitting Jamaica and Cuba - NBC 6 South FloridaHurricane Melissa moving through the Bahamas after hitting Jamaica and Cuba  NBC 6 South Florida

CAF approves USD 100 million loan to reform energy sector in Bahamas - CAF -bancoCAF approves USD 100 million loan to reform energy sector in Bahamas  CAF -banco

Hurricane Melissa tracker: Where will storm head next after devastating Bahamas, Cuba and Jamaica? - The IndependentHurricane Melissa tracker: Where will storm head next after devastating Bahamas, Cuba and Jamaica?  The Independent

Cat 3 Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba, speeds through the Bahamas - Yale Climate ConnectionsCat 3 Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba, speeds through the Bahamas  Yale Climate Connections

Bahamas Tourism Faces Major Setbacks in the Wake of Hurricane Melissa and Recovery Efforts Begin Immediately - Travel And Tour WorldBahamas Tourism Faces Major Setbacks in the Wake of Hurricane Melissa and Recovery Efforts Begin Immediately  Travel And Tour World

Melissa Racing Away from the Bahamas, Hurricane Warning for Bermuda - Eye on the Tropics | Michael LowryMelissa Racing Away from the Bahamas, Hurricane Warning for Bermuda  Eye on the Tropics | Michael Lowry

From Bahrain to The Bahamas: Why preparedness is a smart investment - United Nations Development ProgrammeFrom Bahrain to The Bahamas: Why preparedness is a smart investment  United Nations Development Programme

Hurricane Melissa moves toward Bermuda after more than 30 die across Caribbean - NBC NewsHurricane Melissa moves toward Bermuda after more than 30 die across Caribbean  NBC News

Bahamas (the) - Welcome to the United NationsBahamas (the)  Welcome to the United Nations

Hurricane Melissa latest path update: Powerful storm threatens Bahamas - AL.comHurricane Melissa latest path update: Powerful storm threatens Bahamas  AL.com

Bahamas Ministry of Tourism issues statement on Hurricane Melissa - Travel Daily News InternationalBahamas Ministry of Tourism issues statement on Hurricane Melissa  Travel Daily News International

Hurricane Melissa live updates: Jamaica begins cleanup of destruction as the Category 1 storm moves through the Bahamas - YahooHurricane Melissa live updates: Jamaica begins cleanup of destruction as the Category 1 storm moves through the Bahamas  Yahoo

Hurricane Melissa Takes Aim at Bahamas After Battering Cuba - Claims JournalHurricane Melissa Takes Aim at Bahamas After Battering Cuba  Claims Journal

Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (October 27, 2025) - U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (October 27, 2025)  U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)

Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as storm wreaks destruction across Caribbean – as it happened - The GuardianHurricane Melissa death toll rises as storm wreaks destruction across Caribbean – as it happened  The Guardian

Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (October 28, 2025) - U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (October 28, 2025)  U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)

The Bahamas will host the RP26 as the region commits to resilient recovery - UNDRRThe Bahamas will host the RP26 as the region commits to resilient recovery  UNDRR

Hurricane Melissa weakens to Category 1 storm over Bahamas - DWHurricane Melissa weakens to Category 1 storm over Bahamas  DW

Hurricane Melissa tears through Cuba and Bahamas alike - Rolling OutHurricane Melissa tears through Cuba and Bahamas alike  Rolling Out

Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (October 26, 2025) - U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)Weather Alert – U.S. Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas (October 26, 2025)  U.S. Embassy in The Bahamas (.gov)

The Latest: Hurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean - The Washington PostThe Latest: Hurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean  The Washington Post

Hurricane Melissa Batters the Bahamas After Leaving Trail of Destruction Across the Caribbean - eTurboNewsHurricane Melissa Batters the Bahamas After Leaving Trail of Destruction Across the Caribbean  eTurboNews

After causing catastrophic damage in Cuba and Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa travels toward the Bahamas - Deseret NewsAfter causing catastrophic damage in Cuba and Jamaica, Hurricane Melissa travels toward the Bahamas  Deseret News

Hurricane Melissa is north of the Bahamas, woman charged in I-95 shooting in Deerfield Beach, SNAP benefits to pause amid government shutdown. These and more on your 6 To Know - facebook.comHurricane Melissa is north of the Bahamas, woman charged in I-95 shooting in Deerfield Beach, SNAP benefits to pause amid government shutdown. These and more on your 6 To Know  facebook.com

Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as ‘dangerous storm surge’ expected in Bahamas – latest updates - The GuardianHurricane Melissa death toll rises as ‘dangerous storm surge’ expected in Bahamas – latest updates  The Guardian

The Bahamas’ lessons in resilience will shape the RP26 - UNDRRThe Bahamas’ lessons in resilience will shape the RP26  UNDRR

Hurricane Melissa passes over the Bahamas, hurricane warnings up for Bermuda - firstcoastnews.comHurricane Melissa passes over the Bahamas, hurricane warnings up for Bermuda  firstcoastnews.com

Hurricane Melissa is racing toward Bermuda next after hitting Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti and the Bahamas. At least 26 people have been confirmed killed in Haiti and Jamaica. - facebook.comHurricane Melissa is racing toward Bermuda next after hitting Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti and the Bahamas. At least 26 people have been confirmed killed in Haiti and Jamaica.  facebook.com

Hurricane Melissa brings severe flooding as it makes landfall in Cuba after devastating Jamaica: Live Updates - CNNHurricane Melissa brings severe flooding as it makes landfall in Cuba after devastating Jamaica: Live Updates  CNN

Hurricane Melissa moves away from Bahamas, heads toward Bermuda and Newfoundland - 13wham.comHurricane Melissa moves away from Bahamas, heads toward Bermuda and Newfoundland  13wham.com

Cuba Joins Jamaica, Haiti, Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands as Frankenstein Storm Hurricane Melissa Causes Severe Damage to Caribbean Tourism, New Update is Here - Travel And Tour WorldCuba Joins Jamaica, Haiti, Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands as Frankenstein Storm Hurricane Melissa Causes Severe Damage to Caribbean Tourism, New Update is Here  Travel And Tour World

Electricity Reform Can Help Usher in Sustainable Growth in The Bahamas - International Monetary Fund (IMF)Electricity Reform Can Help Usher in Sustainable Growth in The Bahamas  International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Melissa Slams Caribbean, Heads Towards Bahamas - news8000.comMelissa Slams Caribbean, Heads Towards Bahamas  news8000.com

Elon Musk makes Starlink satellite internet free in regions hit by Hurricane Melissa - USA TodayElon Musk makes Starlink satellite internet free in regions hit by Hurricane Melissa  USA Today

Hurricane Melissa restrengthening as it moves past Bahamas - The Virginian-PilotHurricane Melissa restrengthening as it moves past Bahamas  The Virginian-Pilot

Hurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean - weareiowa.comHurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean  weareiowa.com

Category 4 Hurricane Melissa slowly moving toward Jamaica, Cuba and the Bahamas - Miami HeraldCategory 4 Hurricane Melissa slowly moving toward Jamaica, Cuba and the Bahamas  Miami Herald

Hurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean - The National HeraldHurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean  The National Herald

Mexico Joins Barbados, Dominica, Jamaica, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, and Others in Skyrocketing Caribbean Tourism Growth with a Record Surge in Arrivals in 2025: Everything You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldMexico Joins Barbados, Dominica, Jamaica, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, and Others in Skyrocketing Caribbean Tourism Growth with a Record Surge in Arrivals in 2025: Everything You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Hurricane Melissa expected to approach Bahamas today: NHC - WFLAHurricane Melissa expected to approach Bahamas today: NHC  WFLA

Hurricane Melissa heading for Bahamas as Jamaica assesses damage | Team coverage - CBS NewsHurricane Melissa heading for Bahamas as Jamaica assesses damage | Team coverage  CBS News

The Latest: Hurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean - SILive.comThe Latest: Hurricane Melissa impacting southeastern Bahamas after dozens killed across Caribbean  SILive.com

Hurricane Melissa path: Historic storm headed for parts of the Bahamas. See latest projected models and forecast. - YahooHurricane Melissa path: Historic storm headed for parts of the Bahamas. See latest projected models and forecast.  Yahoo

Jamaica begins sorting through damage after Hurricane Melissa's direct hit - Scripps NewsJamaica begins sorting through damage after Hurricane Melissa's direct hit  Scripps News

Melissa down to a category 1 storm, currently impacting the southern Bahamas - WFTVMelissa down to a category 1 storm, currently impacting the southern Bahamas  WFTV

Martinique Joins Dominica, Guadeloupe, St. Lucia, and the Bahamas in Tears and Tragedy as Hurricane Melissa Claims Over Thirty Lives - Travel And Tour WorldMartinique Joins Dominica, Guadeloupe, St. Lucia, and the Bahamas in Tears and Tragedy as Hurricane Melissa Claims Over Thirty Lives  Travel And Tour World

Blog: Melissa departs the Bahamas. Local dryness arrives. - WAVY.comBlog: Melissa departs the Bahamas. Local dryness arrives.  WAVY.com

Melissa cuts through southeast Bahamas, expected to pass just west of Bermuda - WPLG Local 10Melissa cuts through southeast Bahamas, expected to pass just west of Bermuda  WPLG Local 10

The Best Hotels in the Bahamas - Condé Nast TravelerThe Best Hotels in the Bahamas  Condé Nast Traveler

Hurricane Melissa downgrades to CAT 1 as it accelerates past the Bahamas - WGNOHurricane Melissa downgrades to CAT 1 as it accelerates past the Bahamas  WGNO

Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Attends Premiere of Award-Winning Bahamian Documentary - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Attends Premiere of Award-Winning Bahamian Documentary  fmprc.gov.cn

Hurricane Melissa barrels toward the Bahamas - CBS NewsHurricane Melissa barrels toward the Bahamas  CBS News

Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Meets with Latia Duncombe, Director General of The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Yan Jiarong Meets with Latia Duncombe, Director General of The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Dangerous storm surge forecast in the Bahamas as Hurricane Melissa moves across the islands toward Bermuda - The Watchers - Watching the world evolve and transformDangerous storm surge forecast in the Bahamas as Hurricane Melissa moves across the islands toward Bermuda  The Watchers - Watching the world evolve and transform

Determinants of Sovereign Spreads in The Bahamas: Bahamas - International Monetary Fund (IMF)Determinants of Sovereign Spreads in The Bahamas: Bahamas  International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Hurricane Melissa path: Historic storm downgraded to Category 1 as it starts to cross parts of the Bahamas. See latest projected models and forecast. - YahooHurricane Melissa path: Historic storm downgraded to Category 1 as it starts to cross parts of the Bahamas. See latest projected models and forecast.  Yahoo

Hurricane Melissa heads toward Bahamas - LiveNOW from FOXHurricane Melissa heads toward Bahamas  LiveNOW from FOX

Widespread devastation in Jamaica, 'significant' damage in Cuba as Hurricane Melissa heads towards Bahamas - 101.3 KFDIWidespread devastation in Jamaica, 'significant' damage in Cuba as Hurricane Melissa heads towards Bahamas  101.3 KFDI

Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Eastern Cuba, heading toward Bahamas and Bermuda next - The National DeskHurricane Melissa makes landfall in Eastern Cuba, heading toward Bahamas and Bermuda next  The National Desk

An exclusive look inside the Bahamas’ battle against human smuggling - NBC NewsAn exclusive look inside the Bahamas’ battle against human smuggling  NBC News

Melissa hits the Bahamas - WPLG Local 10Melissa hits the Bahamas  WPLG Local 10

Hurricane Melissa heads to Bahamas after devastating Jamaica, Cuba: ‘That was hell' - NBC New YorkHurricane Melissa heads to Bahamas after devastating Jamaica, Cuba: ‘That was hell'  NBC New York

Hurricane Melissa blamed for dozens of deaths as Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica assess damage - CBCHurricane Melissa blamed for dozens of deaths as Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica assess damage  CBC

Hurricane Melissa expected to approach Bahamas today: NHC - WFLAHurricane Melissa expected to approach Bahamas today: NHC  WFLA

Watch Live: Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as storm heads for Bahamas - LiveNOW from FOXWatch Live: Hurricane Melissa death toll rises as storm heads for Bahamas  LiveNOW from FOX