Clubs & Societies: October 11th, 2023
In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month and in preparation for World Mental Health Day on October 10, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Eta Psi Omega Chapter has officially launched its Sunflowers Mental Health Group, with a comprehensive workshop aimed at equipping members with the tools and knowledge to support at-risk youth and vulnerable community groups.
FRONT PORCH: Changing complexion of political leadership globally
In the contest to succeed former UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, as leader of the Conservative Party, two of final three contenders were black, including former Home and Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly, and former Business and Trade Secretary, the British-Nigerian, Kemi Badenoch.
STATESIDE: Dangerous and turbulent world with US at the centre of all of it
This is an exceptionally turbulent and dangerous period we’re living in these days.
ALICIA WALLACE: On death, remembrance, truth and lies
Death comes, whether expected or unexpected, bringing questions and upheaval with it. Death, like human life, is complicated. It can bring as much relief as it brings sorrow. It can be violent and painful, or it can be quiet and peaceful. It is the end of a life, and the beginning of a change for who and what is left behind. There are few incidents more revealing than death.
FACE TO FACE: Lady Barnett - Share empathy, eliminate stigma
Camille, Lady Barnett is a woman full of care and compassion.
PETER YOUNG: Why are Chagos Islands in the news?
Amidst all the current criticism of the new Labour government in Britain, prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has now been censured yet again following last week’s announcement that Britain was giving up, after half a century, sovereignty over the Chagos Islands.
INSIGHT: Not enough being done to slow killings
IF the numbers are right, it was the 94th murder of the year.
GAIN AN EDGE: From Cat Island to Canada - a life-changing experience
When University of The Bahamas (UB) senior Zoe Turner first applied for a study abroad experience to Bishop’s University (BU) in Sherbrooke, Canada, she says she had no idea she was signing up for a life-changing experience.
‘A better vision for delivering healthcare’
There is often considerable debate over the delivery of health care in The Bahamas. Recently, there has been much discussion on the best means to transform and build the facilities required to improve the delivery of health care through the Princess Margaret Hospital, our main general hospital in the country.
DIANE PHILIPS: How one dog’s sad saga can change our treatment of animals if only we remember that picture
A TRAUMATISED dog chained in South Beach was rescued from an area littered with the bones of several other dogs, raising fears that the animals were tortured.
A recipe for non-profit good governance?
Last month, I had the opportunity to attend the Non-Profit Leaders Retreat hosted by One Eleuthera Foundation (OEF) at The Retreat Hotel on Eleuthera and to participate in a panel discussion on “Critical Trends for Sector Acceleration”.
STATESIDE: Will Harris campaign gain from shifting economy?
The most memorable political prescription of a powerful adviser to former American president Ronald Reagan is emerging as a potentially determinative factor in the current presidential race.
FRONT PORCH: Celebrating native genius and enterprise
Genius: “exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability.”
ALICIA WALLACE: No justice from plea deal for rape
Last week, it was reported that 22-year-old Joel Strachan pleaded guilty, in addition to other crimes, to the rape of an 83-year-old woman after breaking into her home.
PETER YOUNG: Historic turning point, says Netanyahu
Having written last week about the deteriorating Arab/Israeli conflict, I am reluctant to revert to it today for fear of repetition.
