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When I need support or protection, if I am sad and feel lost, when I’m stressed and scared and long for warmth and reassurance, if I want to feel protected and know that I am not alone in this world, I go to my husband, Bill, and hug him tightly for ...
DATE: Jun 18, 2020
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Nina London
It is my honour to compose a few words in memory of my mentor and friend J.C. “Kit” Astwood, OBE, who died last week aged 87.
I had the pleasure of working with Kit when I was employed by the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce.
Like most people when they l...
DATE: Jun 16, 2020
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Robin Trimingham
First, I cannot make an apology for my opinion. It’s my qualified assessment, while realising there are levels along a full spectrum of racial attitudes — some more humanly evolved than others.
I therefore speak to the lowest level of that spectrum,...
DATE: Jun 16, 2020
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Khalid Wasi
J.C. “Kit” Astwood was an indomitable force in local politics and business for at least a half-century in Bermuda.
From the late 1950s and into the 21st century, nothing happened in the political sphere or business that Kit did not have some involve...
DATE: Jun 13, 2020
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Khalid Wasi
Almost of all of us have experienced some, or all, of the following:
We’ve been cooped up, isolated.
Been deprived of contact.
Shrivelled our savings.
Eaten too much, mostly carbs.
Drunk too much, mostly for short-term, mood-elevating results.
Been ...
DATE: Jun 13, 2020
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Martha Harris Myron
Throughout much of world history, people have suffered because of skin colour, religious persuasion, political views or ethnic differences, leaving a trail of death and injustice for millions across the globe.
Amid what seems an eternal struggle in t...
DATE: Jun 13, 2020
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Al Seymour
In 2014, National Rosé Day was established to celebrate what is probably our world’s oldest known type of wine.
It’s now done every year on the second Saturday in June, which just happens to be tomorrow.
Although I wrote about rosé a couple of weeks ...
DATE: Jun 12, 2020
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Michael Robinson
When I first received the flyer for the Black Lives Matter march/protest in Bermuda last Sunday, I honestly did not think much of it.
Why?
Well, frankly as a black man, who has been to many marches and protests, not much has changed for the better fo...
DATE: Jun 12, 2020
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Christopher Famous
It would be hard not to write about Eva Hodgson, who was an indomitable force and voice against racism in Bermuda. That she lived to such old age while still maintaining her presence is as remarkable.
Her first book, Second Class Citizens, First Clas...
DATE: Jun 10, 2020
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Khalid Wasi
So, we are entering Phase 3 this week; the gyms are opening! I’m sure the excitement is building for owners and members alike.
It is, however, extremely important in the upcoming weeks to pace yourself. You should not expect to dive back into the wor...
DATE: Jun 10, 2020
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Betty Doyling
