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In the best of times, politics can be akin to watching paint dry on a wall. In the worst of times, politics can be extremely frustrating and divisive. Over the past few weeks, we have seen the divisive side once again rear its ugly head.
These sorts ...
DATE: Jun 24, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Christopher Famous
Most of us are not privy to detailed information regarding decisions by those in authority on a number of important issues, especially when it involves consideration for a Bermudian to fill the post of Commissioner of Education. Having had someone hi...
DATE: Jun 18, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Al Seymour
This Father’s Day will be 21 years since my dad’s death. I’ve now lived longer without him than I did with. Every day, I wake up grateful for what he worked so hard to provide for me: a good education, financial security and back-up. I know I’m very ...
DATE: Jun 15, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Julia Pitt
If you would like to see an added interest in your garden and space allows, consider creating a “wild garden” to encourage avian activity, insects, lizards, butterflies and moths.
Such areas can have a controlled, but natural appearance, and meld in...
DATE: Jun 15, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Malcolm Griffiths
Bermuda’s latest gang shootings have led me to reflect upon something I recently observed. I happened to be in a store and spotted a woman of approximately 20 years, with a child of about 3, who was messing about as three-year-olds do. In return, the...
DATE: Jun 14, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Bryant Trew
The issues of human rights, civil rights and values for positive living have been challenges for centuries. Throughout the ages, millions have perished in conflicts fought for freedom, respect and civil order.
Whenever the subject of freedom arises...
DATE: Jun 13, 2016
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Al Seymour
Bermuda has one of highest per capita gross domestic product* numbers in the world. It is a laudable achievement of Bermuda’s international financial reputation.
There is a downside to that statistic, however. We all know what it is — the cost of li...
DATE: Jun 11, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Martha Harris Myron
The pandemic of obesity is a well-known phenomenon affecting the world population, but more so the Western Hemisphere, with Americans being among the heaviest people in the world.
This pandemic has occurred since the 1980s with increasing frequency,...
DATE: May 31, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Joe Yammine, MD
• The Adult Education School will host the unique event, Transformations Art Auction and Cocktails, on Wednesday, June 1. From 6pm until 9pm at Gosling’s Wine Cellar, this event will feature more than 25 local artists, including some notable alumni f...
DATE: May 23, 2016
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Opinion Writer
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Nothing to do in Bermuda?
This is part five of the New Bermuda Retirement series
WHAT IS YOUR TIMELINE?
There are three serious phases in retirement planning:
1. Fifteen to five years away from the accepted community retirement age (this varies by employer, government man...
DATE: May 21, 2016
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CATEGORY:
Opinion Writer
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AUTHOR:
Martha Harris Myron
