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Dear Sir, Approximately 80 per cent of black children in Bermuda attend public school. To most, public education in Bermuda equals “the education of black children in Bermuda”. Discussions about education in Bermuda have become fodder for those perso...

Cheryl-Ann Griffin. Remember her? The Shelly Bay resident who was central to the protests in her neighbourhood that led first to the withdrawal of Tom Steinhoff’s development plans at Shelly Bay Beach and then to the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s very ...

“Gratitude is a must” — Koffee Jamaican reggae artist Koffee has a global hit song, Toast, that speaks to the need for us, as human beings, to be grateful for everything that we have in life. Today, I would like to give thanks for several thi...

Hilda Aitken was one of the first two women elected to serve in the House of Assembly. She and Edna Watson earned their place in history when they broke through three centuries of all-male control of the House to win seats in the 1948 General Electio...

I have long seen the awarding of honorary degrees to famous people at college commencements as an effort to liven up the often tedious proceedings, and of no real value to recipients who are already wildly successful — and probably don’t need another...

Governments in a deeply troubled world are struggling to operate with full transparency, which demands honest disclosures on all matters concerning the people they serve. Issues vary from country to country, but at the root of most problems is usual...

There is an ancient Chinese saying that suggests challenging times offer opportunities. The Royal Gazette reported yesterday that only four children had been enrolled at Elliot Primary for this coming September. The report goes on to note that the pa...

Introducing the annual research ideas publication for Bermuda individual investors — part one. Readers of The Royal Gazette often write to me about Moneywise column topics and how my answers and resource links have helped them find answers to their ...

April has come to an end, a month that has been full of activity recognising autism awareness. I am reminded of the person who asked me: “Are we doing enough for people with autism?” I had to say: “Well, look around. How are you supporting someone wi...

Dear Sir, The letter from Beverley Connell on the subject of political bickering and financial extravagance in government media communications published by you on April 26 was right on target. How on earth does a government gainfully employ 30 emplo...