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Column: Bermuda Festive Deals Guide
[Column written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] A curated guide to Bermuda’s best holiday deals, offers, events and gift ideas. The holiday season is officially here, and Bermuda’s small businesses are bringing out their best. Each week, The Holiday Edit highlights the island’s most exciting offers, from festive dining experiences to wellness specials,... Read more of this article
Column: Kate Terceira On Inclusion & More
[Column written by Kate Terceira] At our core, WindReach believes that every person deserves the chance to thrive, connect, and belong. Yet for many Bermudians living with developmental or physical challenges – whether children, younger or older adults – true inclusion remains just out of reach, as barriers continue to limit participation... Read more of this article
Column: Ben Smith On Opportunity & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] Irrespective of sport, Bermuda is brimming with talented, young athletes. The early mornings, the late evenings, the endless practices, meets and matches are norms when our are pursuing their dream of taking their sports to another level outside of Bermuda’s shores. Every year, many young, local athletes... Read more of this article
Column: Chris Famous On Unity & More
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] “Life imitates art” The Caribbean island of St. Lucia recently held their General Election. In the lead up to December 1st both parties released their manifestos. The St. Lucia Labour Party imagery showed a leader surrounded by a team. Conversely, and ironically, The United Workers Party visually... Read more of this article
Column: Dr Sam On College Strategic Plan
[Opinion column written by Dr David Sam] When I describe Bermuda College as an “engine for social mobility”, people often ask what I mean. To me, it is straightforward: education remains the most reliable way for individuals to grow, advance, and reach goals that may once have seemed distant. When you go to school, when you train and develop skills,... Read more of this article
Column: Paugh On Volunteerism, Holidays & More
[Opinion column written by Dr Nicola Paugh] Recently I gave myself a much-needed gift: a few days away from my daily responsibilities to slow down, rest, and reflect. Stepping back from the busyness of life created space for me to reconnect with the things that matters most to me. As I sat with my thoughts, one theme kept resurfacing—gratitude, and... Read more of this article
Column: Robin Tucker On Child Support & More
[Opinion column written by MP Robin Tucker] The silent suffering of custodial parents deepens, and not because there are no laws but because the laws related to child support are toothless in practice. It bears repeating that unpaid child support is not only a private, personal issue, but it is also a public and structural failure that must be addressed. In... Read more of this article
Column: Marico Thomas On Workforce & More
[Opinion column written by Marico Thomas] My statement about hospitality earlier this week caused a range of public reactions and also revealed something deeper… that there is confusion about what is actually happening in Bermuda’s labour market, and many reactions are based on older assumptions about how Bermuda used to work. Comments have included: “Bermudians... Read more of this article
Column: Bermuda’s Best Holiday Deals Guide
[Column written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] A curated guide to Bermuda’s best holiday deals, offers, events and gift ideas. The holiday season is officially here, and Bermuda’s small businesses are bringing out their best. Each week, The Holiday Edit highlights the island’s most exciting offers, from festive dining experiences to wellness specials,... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Fahy On CARICOM & More
[Opinion column written by OBA MP Michael Fahy] Bermuda stands at a crossroads. The Government’s push toward full CARICOM membership has the potential to reshape our island’s economy, our immigration system, and our long-term constitutional future. When decisions can lead to fundamental shifts in our relationships with other countries, they require... Read more of this article
Column: Dill On Childbirth Education & More
[Opinion column written by Fiona Dill] “Thank you again It Takes a Village – we are very grateful for what you have done in support of us through our birthing journey!” These are the words of a mother who came to us after a traumatic first birth that left her fearful of giving birth again. With therapy, childbirth classes [suggested by her... Read more of this article
Column: Chris Famous On Housing & More
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] “My landlord has given me notice..” “I can’t find any affordable units…” Two sentences that are heard fairly often. Definitely too often for some. The reasons may include the following: Lack of rental payments Sale of property Foreclosure of property Unresolvable issues Need for relatives... Read more of this article
