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STATESIDE: Is this the answer to what put Trump in the Oval Office and may keep him there?

We all know someone who’s really smart. Maybe we know these smart people from school or work, or maybe they’re someone from our own family. Sometimes, they are celebrities. We see them on TV or read what they write in the newspaper, online or in a book.

EDITORIAL: Was this consultation just for show?

When is a consultation not a consultation?

EDITORIAL: Are we out of our league?

There is often talk about trying to get The Bahamas to emulate Singapore as a financial success story – but for those dreaming of such things, the words of Gregory Pepin, of Deltec Bank & Trust, are an awakening. A rude one at that.

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ALICIA WALLACE: It’s been six months - by now we should know what we’re doing

We are six months in and the government still has not figured out how to respond to the COVID-19. From public health management to addressing economic concerns, there are far too many gaps. The main issue continues to be failure to consult. What does the government have against engaging experts, practitioners and affected people?

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FACE TO FACE: When the Wilsons’ birthday bash turned into the feeding of 1,000

Finding food to put on the table has become a lot harder for many families in recent times. There is no doubt the pandemic has led to a downturn in the economy so much so that people from all walks of life are seeking financial assistance and food aid. So when one couple - facing uncertainty just like everyone else - decided to find a way to help feed people in need, I wanted to share their story.

EDITORIAL: Planning as we wait for a vaccine

WE do not yet have a COVID-19 vaccination – that much we all know.

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WORLD VIEW: Internal strife making Guyana a continuing regional problem

ONCE again, Guyana is causing regional and international worry following two sets of killings of young men (two of African origin and two of Indian origin) that have sparked the flames of communal violence and threaten to engulf the country.

Editorial: No united front for back to school

IF we were hoping for a smooth start and a united front for the return to school, we have been swiftly disappointed.

EDITORIAL: What a difference a week makes

THIS week started with optimism from Tourism Minister Dionisio D’Aguilar about an October reopening. It ends with the grim reality that the doors of one of our megaresorts, Baha Mar, will not likely open until Christmas at the earliest.

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A COMIC'S VIEW: It’s back to fantasy football season

Even though the COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we all know it, there is a ray of sunshine through the dark clouds. The NFL season kicked off yesterday, the best time of year.

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DIANE PHILLIPS: Why are there so many words and the right one is still hard to come by?

Someone just told you that at this very moment your perfectly fit, enviably healthy female friend is being airlifted to a Florida hospital with a life-threatening heart problem. You are flabbergasted.

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STATESIDE: US politics - history shows it’s all about keeping it in the family

We all know that the head of government here in The Bahamas is the Prime Minister, chosen in general elections held every five years since independence. The head of state is Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. No election is needed to reaffirm that fact.

EDITORIAL: How much is the price of liberty?

WHAT is the value of a year of your freedom? How about two years? How about nine?

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ALICIA WALLACE: No more ‘Papi’ stories please PM - just a clear message and a sign you understand

During the FNM convention ahead of the 2017 general election season, there was major concern about the leadership.

EDITORIAL: We're wearing our sharpest suit but with empty pockets

THE Bahamas has made its pitch for how to reopen to tourism.