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Column: Adams On Ratings, Economy & More
[Column written by MP Jache Adams] I recognise how politics in Bermuda has a history of surfacing people’s biases, affiliations, and agendas and also recognise that quite often we lose sight of the message because of our opinion of the messenger which is why an independent assessment is so valuable. The people of Bermuda, regardless of their political... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On Apartheid, People & More
[Opinion column written by PLP MP Christopher Famous] Seasons Greetings, Happy Kwanzaa and Happy New Year to all. Yet another year has passed by. No doubt, some are reflecting on events passed and or planning on things to come. Less is More In reflection, there is something that I would like to share. For the last 12 years various local and regional... Read more of this article
Column: Reflecting On Empathy This Christmas
[Column written by Glenn Fubler & Lynn Millett] Christmas is a time to reflect on empathy – considering the well-being of others. That story of a mother forced to give birth in a stable, inspires empathy in most. The wise men and the shepherds demonstrated the best of humanity. The Emperor’s decree to ‘kill all newborn baby boys’ demonstrated... Read more of this article
Column: Devonshire Church Candlelight Service
[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop; a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown – Matthew 13:8. In Devonshire, like all other parishes in Bermuda, we are taught that it is about deeds, not words. We are brought up from a young age to take care of our neighbourhoods, our elders,... Read more of this article
Column: MP Simmons-Wade On Inclusivity
[Opinion column written by MP Ianthia Simmons-Wade] In a world where differences often divide, Bermuda has taken a resolute stance toward inclusivity and support for persons with disabilities. The recent initiatives and concerted efforts by the Progressive Labour Party Government to commemorate the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities... Read more of this article
Column: How to Choose Safe Gifts For Christmas
[Column written by Dr Michael Flaherty] With Christmas just around the corner, it makes sense that December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month. Each year, an estimated 250,000 children are hospitalised in the United States alone with toy-related injuries and as the holiday season approaches, product hazards such as magnets become even more of an important... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On Bermuda, Caribbean & More
[Opinion column written by PLP MP Christopher Famous] Historically, Bermudians are of differing ethnic backgrounds inclusive of; the Americas, the Azores, Europe, and the Caribbean. Persons generally gravitate to the culture in which they were raised. This is simply a part of human nature. Nothing more, nothing less. Devonshire has quite a number of... Read more of this article
Column: Deciphering Your BELCO Bills
[Column written by Denise DeMoura] People all over Bermuda feel helpless about confusing BELCO bills. They trigger many emotions since we know that most of us can’t get our electricity anywhere else. Feeling that electricity rates are out of our control, and getting even more expensive, causes anxiety. We feel powerless against such a large corporation... Read more of this article
Column: Chris Famous On Caricom & More
[Opinion column written by PLP MP Christopher Famous] At times it is good to simply sit back and observe vs. engage at the given time. It gives an opportunity to let others state their opinions and viewpoints. So, today we will look at some opinions versus facts. A few weeks ago former One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] Senator Michael Fahy made these comments... Read more of this article
Column: Dawn Simmons On Polls & More
[Opinion column written by PLP Chairperson Dawn Simmons] The Progressive Labour Party acknowledges that poll results are a snapshot in time and that previous polling in Bermuda always underestimates the support for the PLP. Three days before the 2017 General Election, a media outlet published a poll showing the OBA had an 11-point lead over the PLP;... Read more of this article
Column: The New “Skinny Pen” Treatment
[Column written by David M. Nathan, MD] November is Diabetes Awareness Month and with around 13 per cent of Bermudians suffering from the disease, it’s important that we take this time to better understand the condition and the treatments available. Over the past year, one kind of treatment plan for diabetes has been in the headlines more than any... Read more of this article
Column: Two 15-Year-Old Golfers In 5 Years
[Written by Kim Swan ] The 5 year history of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship has provided unparalleled opportunities for local golfers beyond measure. I am overjoyed that today we have a PGA Tour event in our country and that we have a unique relationship to allow Bermudians to qualify to compete in the PGA Tour event. The co-founders, former Tourism... Read more of this article
Column: Sarafina Musical & Struggle For Rights
[Written by Glenn Fubler] This past weekend offered learning opportunities regarding two countries which share parallels. This involved the spectacular musical ‘Sarafina,’ which drew three encore showings to Ruth Seaton James – all sellouts – and a Walk for Peace which attracted scores of diverse residents, in spite of rain. There was... Read more of this article
Column: Understanding Belco Fuels
[Column written by Denise DeMoura] A few people have asked me to help them understand more about Belco. So I’m going to try: starting with fuels and the generators that turn them into electricity. It’s overwhelming just trying to understand the differences between the types of fuel that Belco could potentially use–and the many different names... Read more of this article
Review: Jodie Tucker’s Latest Art Exhibition
[Written by Carole Reed] Jodie Tucker’s latest art exhibition at the Rock Island coffee shop had her admirers buzzing Thursday evening. Her new show, “Island Girl,” is a captivating departure from her well-known floral paintings, introducing a refreshing and unexpected perspective. This collection of approximately 20 pieces, rooted... Read more of this article
Highlighting Port Royal As It Hosts PGA Tour
[Written by Kim Swan & Jayson Jackson] Now celebrating 53 years, Port Royal Golf Course is on the threshold of hosting our 5th Butterfield Bermuda Championship on the PGA Tour and what an exciting experience it is for our Bermuda Government owned and operated public golf course. Clearly the vision of our forefathers to introduce Port Royal as a... Read more of this article
