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Column: Dr. Jeffrey Steynor On Energy & More
[Opinion column written by Dr. Jeffrey Steynor] At the Cost of Living summit, a debate began over the cost of Bermuda’s next generation energy mix, but cost is only one issue. Our priority must be on securing a future path for Bermuda’s energy transition that preserves the reliability Bermuda depends on, meets clean energy targets, and keeps electricity... Read more of this article
Column: Shane On SkillCraft, Employment & More
[Opinion column written by Margot Shane] The picture that often accompanies this story is not of me. That’s intentional. It shows something bigger than any one person. It shows a community – business owners and employees – who believe their work is more than just a job. They believe in shaping the next generation. That’s the SkillCraft... Read more of this article
Column: Chris Famous On CARICOM
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] The Progressive Labour Party believes in putting Bermudians first. That’s the principle guiding our immigration policy, economic policy and our housing policies. Being Pro-Bermudian doesn’t mean being xenophobic or anti-immigration, it means making sure that immigration works for Bermudians and their... Read more of this article
Column: Rawlins On Youth Health & More
[Column written by Chardonaé Rawlins] For many families, summer brings a welcome shift: slower mornings, later bedtimes, sunshine, and space to rest. But for children and teens, that shift can also come with emotional upheaval. The routines and social anchors that support their sense of stability school, friendships, extracurriculars fade into the... Read more of this article
Column: Rogers On Transparency, Health, More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's David Rogers] When the Minister of Health, the Hon Kim Wilson, recently urged the public to take part in the 2025 Steps to Wellness Survey, she said, “What gets measured gets managed.” That statement is true but feels deeply ironic. As a country, we are still waiting for key health financial reports to be completed... Read more of this article
Column: MP King On Violence Reduction & More
[Opinion column written by MP Robert King] As Shadow Minister for National Security, I am deeply troubled by the continued rise in gun violence across our island. Just this week, we received two more reports of firearm-related incidents. On Sunday, police received a report that a man had brandished a firearm during a dispute with a woman at Spanish... Read more of this article
Column: Tyrrell On Keeping Bermuda Affordable
[Opinion column written by Neville Tyrrell] The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party believes that a country is judged by how it treats its elders. Unlike those who governed for the wealthy and privileged while forcing our most vulnerable to face pension freezes, budget cuts and disrespect, we govern for the people left behind. That’s why we are constantly... Read more of this article
Column: Sherlock On Prisons, Education & More
[Opinion column written by FDM's Quinton Sherlock] Behind the prison walls of Westgate Correctional Facility reside individuals whose potential is too often overlooked. Many were failed by uneven access to opportunity long before they ever entered the justice system. In a society where education is one of the clearest paths to self-sufficiency and progress,... Read more of this article
Column: Cunningham On Social Insurance & More
[Opinion column written by OBA’s Victoria Cunningham] In the Senate this week, I asked a question: How many employers are in arrears with their social insurance payments? These are the mandatory contributions meant to protect workers’ pensions, sick leave, and other entitlements. The answer was staggering: 1,738 employers in arrears, affecting... Read more of this article
Column: Pearman On Achilles, Cuisine & More
[Column written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] If you’re searching for the best lunch in Bermuda, somewhere with sweeping ocean views, imaginative cocktails, and an ingredient-driven menu that feels both global and grounded, Achilles should be at the top of your list. Set in the iconic St. George’s Bermuda, Achilles offers more than just beautiful food.... Read more of this article
Column: Williams On CURB, Racism & More
[Opinion column written by Stacey-Lee Williams] Racism leaves deep scars – socially, economically and emotionally. In Bermuda, those scars are still visible. But so is something else: the will to heal, transform, and build a future rooted in equity and unity. Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] exists to make that future possible. As... Read more of this article
Column: Foley On St. David’s, People & More
[Opinion column written by OBA's Maurice Foley] I was born and raised in St. David’s, shaped by a close-knit community with deep history, quiet strength, and untapped potential. Like many Bermudians, I left to pursue education abroad. I earned a master’s degree in management and spent years building businesses, collaborating with global partners,... Read more of this article
