FACE TO FACE: A voice full of soul and spirit
When I sit down face to face with people from all walks of life to interview for this column, the greatest impact usually happens during the interview; some “aha” moment when I understand someone’s purpose or vision, or when I am inspired by their story.
EDITORIAL: Lessons to learn from America’s northern neighbour
There are many who feel the United States is the luckiest nation in modern history. Blessed by benign geography, the distractions of European powers during the nation’s infancy, an abundance of natural resources and the geopolitical latitude to stumble often in establishing a workable democracy, the US can hardly deny its good fortune.
EDITORIAL: A chid’s life hangs in the balance for want of a passport
“GOD don’t like ugly!”
EDITORIAL: Here’s hoping for Oban 2 - but why would Dhunna & Co give up what they’ve already got?
THE sorry saga of the Oban Energies deal rumbles ever onwards – and a most curious tale it is too.
A COMIC'S VIEW: The generation gap
A few weeks ago, I found myself at a barbecue at a friend’s house, enjoying a leisurely Sunday afternoon.
BUSINESS BITES: Bahamas Property Fund - what’s next?
NO one can tell how many investors hold, directly or indirectly, an equity position in this BISX-listed company, but they all must have a headache after a quick glance at its recently published financial statements for the year 2017.
ALICIA WALLACE: Super Value made a mistake but they can still put it right
Last week, Super Value president Rupert Roberts said the company will no longer provide enhanced maternity costs. The company practices a form of self-insurance, setting money aside to cover medical costs rather than engaging an insurance company which could cost more money. It has decided to discontinue maternity payments it makes which are on top of the statutory requirement in order to have more money available for catastrophic illness and life-saving treatment.
EDITORIAL: A property tax which rewards neglect
VISITORS to Nassau ride through the historic city wide-eyed, awed by the lines and bones of its architectural heritage and appalled at the number of buildings with holes in the roof or no roof at all, decorated with unsightly graffiti and begging for attention.
FACE TO FACE: A woman with fashion in her blood
I was scrolling through Instagram one day when I came upon the work of this Bahamian designer. I was in awe. I followed her immediately. Since then, I have had many a jaw dropping and breathtaking experience seeing another one of her creations pop up on my timeline. Even her business name is a cut above – Remilda Rose is a name attached to some of the most beautiful garments to touch red carpets and turn heads in The Bahamas.
EDITORIAL: A bumbling buffoon but could Trump win again?
HISTORIANS will certainly have their hands full with the legacy of Donald Trump. Just when it seems he cannot do anything more outlandish, selfish or just plain stupid, he surpasses himself. His performance in meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Finland last week almost seemed to be an attempt to exceed his own previously well-documented witlessness. It must be admitted that if that was his intent, he was successful.
WORLD VIEW: So what did the talking heads of CARICOM actually achieve?
THIS week the Washington-based publication Latin American Advisor sought responses from myself and others considered knowledgeable on Caribbean affairs, to three questions regarding the recently-held CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Jamaica.
EDITORIAL: The two faces of marijuana – medical and recreational
WE ARE pleased that Prime Minister Hubert Minnis, in considering whether marijuana should be legalised in the Bahamas, will not be looking at the revenue that such legalisation might bring in, but on the medical benefits that marijuana, if controlled, could offer our people.
EDITORIAL: Why we need to pay our bills
ARE we really serious about ensuring the brightest possible future for The Bahamas?
A COMIC'S VIEW: No slunkin', get ready for storm season
THIS past Wednesday I was on live radio remote, on KISS96FM at NEMA headquarters, kicking off the “Ready for Hurricane Season with Radiohouse” promotion. While chatting with my broadcast colleagues from JoyFM, Y98 and 100Jamz, we all shared the same
DIANE PHILLIPS: Come on - it’s simply not cricket
Officially, cricket is the national sport of The Bahamas. Officially, oatmeal without sugar and cream is really good for you.
