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Column: OBA’s Ben Smith On Education & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] It’s Time to Stop Talking and Start Fixing Education Bermuda’s public education system is once again at a crossroads. We can’t keep pretending things are fine. We have to be honest about where we are and get serious about how we move forward. We have many dedicated and caring teachers who pour their... Read more of this article
Column: Sandra Christensen On Housing & More
[Column written by Sandra Christensen] Bermuda is facing a housing crisis. With soaring rental prices, limited land, high construction costs, and a severe shortage of affordable housing, too many Bermudians are being left without safe and secure housing. The Chamber of Commerce estimates the island is short by 2,500 housing units. This need is even... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Fahy On City Of Hamilton & More
[Opinion column written by OBA MP Michael Fahy] How hard is it to really beautify our city, make it more vibrant and a place where Bermudians and Bermuda residents want to live? Over the years, there has been lots of talk. City plans have been published with great fanfare, with the most recent City of Hamilton Plan being passed, tabled and debated... Read more of this article
Column: Dr Meadipudi On Stroke Symptoms
[Column written by Dr Srinath Meadipudi] Early recognition of stroke symptoms is of paramount importance. Even if the symptoms seem to go away, medical evaluation is still vital, as the risk of a subsequent stroke remains high. Stroke effects can be reversed with swift medical intervention but recognising stroke symptoms and promptly seeking help is... Read more of this article
Column: Lightbourne On Fahy, Politics & More
[Opinion column written by PLP MP Alexa Lightbourne] Fairytale Fahy hasn’t changed. Is this his idea of constructive contribution? I can only assume his flippant reply to a young, working, Bermudian mother was an illthought decision made during his daily commute from his private island residence to his corporate law office. This is the future of the... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Seymour On Unity, Vision & More
[Column written by the OBA's John Seymour] Somewhere along the way, we lost the essence of who we are as a people. We have traded unity for ego, compassion for convenience, and vision for survival. Bermuda once had a heartbeat — a rhythm that pulsed with pride, community, and shared purpose. Today, that rhythm has weakened, drowned out by noise, distraction,... Read more of this article
Column: Phillips On Art, Community & More
[Opinion column written by Jennifer Phillips] Art is Not Optional, It is Essential Across the world, the arts sector is under pressure. Limited funding, competing priorities, and the perception that art is a luxury have left cultural institutions fighting for survival. But art is not optional. It is a cornerstone of education, health, tourism and community... Read more of this article
Column: Ball-Burgess On Leadership & More
[Opinion column written by PLP Candidate Joanne Ball-Burgess] This week, the Progressive Labour Party gathers under the theme: Leadership for the Next Generation. Some will hear that and think it’s just a slogan. But I don’t. I believe that it is a mission and a call to action. Because if we are honest, many young Bermudians have grown tired of... Read more of this article
Column: Talbot-Woolridge On Youth & More
[Opinion column written by Shomari Talbot-Woolridge] This is a clarion call for young people across Bermuda to step forward, join the Progressive Labour Party, and take their place in shaping the future of our country. During the Annual General Conference, young people under 35 can join the PLP for free. We’re inviting you to come to the Annual General... Read more of this article
Column: Chris Famous On Pride, Youth & More
[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] Bermuda, with a population of just 60,000 and a landmass of 21 square miles, stands as one of the smallest countries in the Atlantic and Caribbean region. Jamaica, by comparison, boasts over 4,400 square miles and 3 million people. Yet, despite these differences, we dared to compete, and we made it to the... Read more of this article
Column: OBA’s Fahy On Cost Of Living & More
[Opinion column written by OBA MP Michael Fahy] The Affordable Bermuda Agenda published with much self-glorification, falls woefully short on solving the issues Bermudians face with the cost of living. Whilst I commented at the time of release it is worthwhile taking a closer look at the report. If you can stomach the 40-plus pages littered with... Read more of this article
Column: MP King On Leadership, Values & More
[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader Robert King] When I was elected Leader of the One Bermuda Alliance, I took a pause – to take stock of, and reflect on, what matters most. There are so many issues – those we face now, those we anticipate, and those that will surprise us. But the latter will not catch us off guard when we act on... Read more of this article
