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WORLD VIEW: Verification of election results - A pathway to progress for Venezuela

IN the immediate aftermath of the Venezuelan presidential elections, whose results were widely disputed within Venezuela and by the majority of neighbouring Latin American states, the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) held a Special Session on July 31, under my chairmanship, to attempt to reach a consensus among the 32 active member states.

‘Smart cities’ promise comes with challenges

The concept of Smart Cities is revolutionising urban living, ushering in an era where technology and data are the cornerstones of efficient, sustainable, and livable environments.

FRONT PORCH: Businesses losing out as cruise passengers diverted

A mid-July story in this journal reported: “A cabinet minister yesterday signalled her opposition to Nassau Cruise Port’s plans to develop a $35m water park attraction as she urged it to ‘give it a rest’.

ALICIA WALLACE: The beauty of community when govt health aid fails

Health is a fundamental human right, recognised in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the World Health Organization (WHO) Constitution (1948).

PETER YOUNG: Real change or more of the same in Britain?

In last week’s column, I said I would examine today the policies of a new Labour government following its massive victory in Britain’s general election earlier this month.

PETER YOUNG: With all his flaws, why do people vote for Trump?

With the US presidential election in November now not far away, many people are following almost daily the activities of former US president and Republican Party nominee, Donald Trump.

FACE TO FACE: Breaking the cycle of domestic abuse

“Family is everything” - it’s a popular quote often used when people make their social media posts with their loved ones.

KDK REPORT: The chance to play

According to millions of players across the globe, the game of chess is analogous to life itself.

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FRONT PORCH: Why are we so comfortable being obese and overweight?

There are a number of reasons most Bahamians do not smoke cigarettes. One reason is cultural: we frown on those who smoke. We do not like the smell of cigarettes, especially in our homes and vehicles.

The Psychology of Dealing with Loss: Failing When It Counts

IN the world of sports, success and failure are two sides of the same coin.

Getting youth exposed to food production

LOOKING back over the past year at the Centre for Training and Innovation (CTI) farm in Rock Sound, Eleuthera, undoubtedly, one of the highlights for me as the farm development officer has been the chance to tour so many people through our farm operation.

Virtual reality training to become necessity

In recent years, the landscape of employee training and development has been dramatically reshaped by advances in technology.

ALICIA WALLACE: Reading with purpose

DURING the summer, many people decide to at least try to read more.

TECH TALK: Worries in Singapore that deepfakes will influence election

Jumio, the leading provider of automated, AI-driven identity verification, risk signals and compliance solutions, today released new findings from its Jumio 2024 Online Identity Study, revealing growing concern among the general public on the political influence AI and deepfakes may have on Singapore’s next election, and how they might influence trust in online media.

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FACE TO FACE: Fostering long-lasting ties with American communities

TWO giants, both instrumental in fuelling The Bahamas’ unique connection with the United States of America, recently took their wings. Dr William “Bill” F Pickard and Dr Enid Curtis-Pinkney played instrumental roles in fostering long-lasting ties between Bahamian and American communities.