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One of the few things that persons involved with different political parties can agree on is that canvassing is a fundamental component of any election campaign. Fortunately for us in Bermuda, social norms dictate that candidates visit the persons th...

Some 70 years ago, my paternal grandmother passed away suddenly, leaving my grandfather to raise ten children. My aunt Pauline was the eldest and took on the role of mother for a few years. She then left Bermuda in search of a better life in Americ...

“Hocus-pocus” “Abracadabra” Two of the signature terms of magicians. Whether it is pulling rabbits out of hats or sawing a damsel in half, magicians have been using smoke and mirrors, combined with the art of distraction to trick their audiences, ...

Official Hansard records from December 16, 2015. The Honourable E.T. “Bob” Richards: “Thank you, Mr Speaker. “In accordance with section 2AA (3) of the Government Loans Act 1978, I rise this morning to inform this honourable house of the execution of...

Governments and major corporations often hire consultants to give them reports and suggestions as to how to improve their services and/or profit margins. And, they pay out hefty sums for the advice of these consultants. After paying out those funds, ...

“Build it and they will come.” - Field of Dreams On December 1, 2014, it was announced that the America’s Cup would be coming to Bermuda and, with much fanfare, Bermudians were inundated with images of thousands of persons flocking to a magical AC ...

Four years after the General Election of 2012, a voting shift is seemingly taking place across the island. In November 2014, the signs that this shift had begun to take root were evident in the results of the Constituency 33 by-election where the Pro...

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times” — Charles Dickens Contrary to the wishes of many, December 2, 2016 is a day that will never be erased from the psyche of any Bermudian or resident of Bermuda. No matter what perspective one takes...

As the saying goes, you can choose your friends, but not your family. I am grateful to have Neville Tyrrell as a big cousin/big brother. For the last 12 months I’ve spent most of my weekends in his presence. Just like the good old days, he has take...

“God Our Father, Christ Our Redeemer, Holy Spirit Our Comforter, Humankind Our Family” — AME Church motto A creed that thousands of Bermudians have grown up listening to, reciting and living for most, if not all, of their lives. As the third largest ...