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The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] launched its December campaign, “Designated Driver/Designate your Driver” noting that “we want this holiday season to be of joy and cheer, and by being responsible and adhering to the rules of the road we can make this happen.” A spokesperson said, “The BRSC announces its slogan for December, “Designated […]

Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 8], Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt provided an overview of his recent visit to the United Arab Emirates for Abu Dhabi Finance Week and the COP28 event in Dubai. “COP28 is the largest and most important environmental event of the year and also a diplomatic event […]

“With the bill that will be tabled later today, the Government plans to introduce a 15% corporate income statutory tax that will be applicable to Bermuda businesses that are part of a multinational group with annual revenue of €750M or more,” Premier David Burt said, adding that it will ”fulfil Bermuda’s commitment to participate in the […]

An 11-year-old boy is listed in serious condition in the ICU after being struck by a car in Sandys yesterday afternoon [Dec 7], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, 7th December 2023, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a road traffic collision involving […]

Santa Claus is set to visit St. George’s on Saturday [Dec 9] as a special event will be held that will also include fun castles, food vendors, dancers, majorettes, the Gombeys and more. A spokesperson said, “The Historic Town of St. George is set to transform into a winter wonderland as we eagerly await the […]

“Currently we anticipate welcoming approximately 539,127 passengers, with an associated revenue forecast of $168.7 million in passenger and crew spending,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said as he provided an update on the 2023 cruise ship season. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Dec 8], the Minister said, “The following are the recent projections […]

The annual “Friends of Sandys 5K Road Race” is set to take place on Sunday [Dec 17] at Boaz Island Field. The event poster says the event will kick off with walkers at 8 am [$25 registration], followed by juniors at 8:15 am [$15 registration], and runners at 8:30 am [$30 registration]. Participants can pick […]

PechaKucha Bermuda announced the lineup for its Volume 32 event scheduled for tonight [Dec 8] at the Bermuda Society of Arts. A spokesperson said, “PechaKucha Bermuda is thrilled to unveil the dynamic lineup for its Volume 32 event, set to take place on Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Bermuda Society of Arts. This edition […]

YouTube has featured Bermudian B. Dylan Hollis – who also has millions of followers – in its official newsletter as one of the platform’s “top creators.” The YouTube newsletter highlights Hollis for earning more than 200,000 channel subscriptions in the first 90 days of publishing his first short, and says, “Known for his cooking videos, […]

Matthew Elliott concluded competing in the Paddington Sports Club Squash Championships in England, making an impressive showing to claim the victory. In the PSC Squash Championships 2023 Open B Class, Elliott won the championship match 3 – 0. Elliott defeated Chris Morrell in a best of five format 11-8, 11-7, 11-9 to be crowned the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Naquita Robinson, the Bermuda women’s national team coach, said she is proud of her players and believes the best is yet to come despite missing out on reaching the Concacaf W Gold Cup qualifying play-offs. Bermuda’s hopes of reaching the inaugural regional competition were dashed after they lost 2-0 away to […]

The 2023 ISCA 52nd World Sunfish Championships have commenced in Florida, with Bermuda’s Malcolm Smith in action. Amidst a fleet of 100 sailors, Smith currently holds the 30th position after completing six races, amassing a total of 134 points. Smith’s best finish thus far has been a 20th-place finish in the 4th race of the […]

Bermuda headquartered Bacardi has “successfully completed the world’s first commercial production of a glass spirits bottle fueled by hydrogen in a trial that took place earlier this month.” A spokesperson said, “Bacardi worked with premium glassmaker, Hrastnik1860, to pioneer new technology that powered a glass furnace with hydrogen as its primary energy source and in doing […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Dec 8] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the COP 28, Tabling the Corporate Income Tax Act 2023, Update on the Economic Recovery Plan, Update on Cruise Ship Season, International Day of Persons with Disabilities and Strengthening Bermuda’s Healthcare System: National Digital Health […]

Friday December 8 is expected to see mostly cloudy skies, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 17°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 7:08am and sunset will be at […]

The British House of Commons is holding a ‘Debate on a Motion on the Implementation of Public Registers of Beneficial Ownership in the UK’s Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies’ and you can tune in and watch live below. The UK legislation to have the OTs implement originally passed back in 2018; the matter had been […]

The Bermuda Karting Club announced a special tribute to the late Duke Soares, scheduled for this upcoming Sunday, December 10th. A spokesperson said, “Join us this Sunday, December 10th, [races start at 11:30am] as we pay tribute to the legendary Duke Soares, founding president of the Bermuda Karting Club in 1976. Duke, one of the […]

Police responded to a report of a robbery at Food Hub on Angle Street, stating that “one of the suspects entered the premises and apparently brandished a firearm to the female staff member.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 6:40pm Monday, 4th December 2023, police responded to a report of a robbery which occurred at the Food Hub […]

In Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes, saw the Blue Angels fall 3 – 1 to the Islanders, the Star Lites defeated the Last Pin 3 – 1, and the match between the Pinsplitters and the New Comers end 2 – 2. Men Handicap Game: McNeil Simmons 223, Llewellyn Jones 220, […]

The third and final round of the Goodwill Golf Tournament saw participants in action across three of Bermuda’s golf courses. Belmont Hills Golf Club The Seawatch Golf Club team of Dwayne Pearman, Nittin Aggawal, Ian Page and Geoff Piggott had the low net of the day with a 12-under par 58, Damian Palayandi from the […]

Mastercard and First Atlantic Commerce [FAC] have formally agreed to advance financial inclusion and safe digital payments across Central America and the Caribbean through a Memorandum of Understanding [MoU]. A spokesperson said, “Mastercard, the global technology company in the payments industry, and First Atlantic Commerce [FAC], a leading online payment gateway and fraud management solutions […]

Pharaoh Benevides won the 15 & over men’s division with a score of 2,806, while 3,002 points saw Jorgia White win the 15 & over women’s division. Noah Maranzana, won the 13-14 men’s division with 2,678 points, while Katherine Wheddon, won the 13-14 women’s division with 3,299 points. Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association Winter Age Group […]

SiriusPoint Ltd. and and program administrator ProVerity Underwriters announced a “new strategic partnership.” A spokesperson said, “As a provider of capacity, SiriusPoint will work closely with ProVerity to develop customized solutions for the professional liability market. “Based in Philadelphia and founded in 2023, ProVerity combines its underwriting experience and expertise of complex risks to provide specialty […]

Carey Olsen’s FinTech practice has achieved a standout five Band 1 rankings in the Chambers FinTech 2024 guide. A spokesperson said, “The firm’s Bermuda and Jersey FinTech practices were both ranked in Band 1, with partners Steven Rees Davies [Bermuda], Chris Duncan [Cayman Islands] and Chris Griffin [Jersey] also achieving Band 1 individual rankings. “Carey […]

December 6 saw 15,700 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $458,141.00 BD. 13,200 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 5.3% at $30.00 per share, while another 900 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $24.49 per share. 1,600 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks […]

A total of 31 goals were scored in the latest round of Bermuda Ball Hockey Federation action at the PCC Hockey Rink. Hamilton Princess 2 – Appleby 12 In the opener, Appleby scored four times in the first period, six times in the second period, and twice in the third as they defeated the Hamilton […]

Ten charities have been announced for the Charity Christmas Tree Event and the the public is asked to come out and vote for your favorite tree, as the People’s Choice Award winner will earn a $1750 donation. A spokesperson said, “10 charities were busy  during the tree decorating night for the Charity Christmas Tree Event. […]

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport invite the public to “enjoy an outdoor holiday concert series starting this Saturday and continuing each Saturday until Christmas at various locations around the island.” Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Owen Darrell, praised the joint musical venture saying, “The holiday season is a time for reflection and […]

The Department of Sport and Recreation is now accepting nominations for 2023 Bermuda Sports Award. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport wishes to invite members of the public to submit nominations for the 2023 Bermuda Sports Awards. The Bermuda Sports Awards will recognise the achievements of Bermudian athletes during the […]

Members of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] recorded a “total direct contribution of $815 million to the local economy from member companies in 2022 — representing an increase of 13% over 2021,” the organisation said. A spokesperson said, “ABIR members’ economic contributions in 2022 include salaries and benefits paid to Bermuda-based employees, […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 6] include acting appointments, PATI contracts, public notification & notification of planning applications registered. Acting Appointment :- Director, Department Of Court Services Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0942/2023 Public Authorities / Department Ministry Level Publication date 06 December, 2023 Government Notice No. Acting […]

The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] is hosting its annual Holiday Pop-Up Shop at Waterville, the BNT headquarters and historic home located at 2 Pomander Road, Paget. A spokesperson said, “This is the seventh year BNT has held its Holiday Pop-Up Shop, which features items made and designed by local vendors. Each item is unique and […]

BermudaRelocation.com announced the launch of its “groundbreaking subscription-based platform, revolutionizing the relocation experience for expatriates seeking to make Bermuda their new home.” A spokesperson said, “The first-of-its-kind service offers a comprehensive solution to streamline the relocation process and has been designed by Corporate Concierge, who has been successfully providing relocation support since 2007.” “We took […]

Bermuda was featured on ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ television show, with the video trailer showing them landing in Bermuda, the airport, aerial scenes and more, with one of the reality show stars heard saying “it is absolutely beautiful.” The episode summary for ‘Season 4 Episode 13, titled ‘Bermuda Views and Bathtub Blues,’ from Bravo […]

A television episode of PBS Changing Seas titled “Bermuda: Life at Ocean’s Edge” has won a Suncoast Regional Emmy Award. The episode focuses on Bermuda’s reefs and shipwrecks and features island-based researchers and scientists from the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences, the Living Reefs Foundation, and the Bermuda Department of Environment and Natural Resources. It […]

[Column written by Dr Michael Flaherty] With Christmas just around the corner, it makes sense that December is Safe Toys and Gifts Month. Each year, an estimated 250,000 children are hospitalised in the United States alone with toy-related injuries and as the holiday season approaches, product hazards such as magnets become even more of an […]

The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has successfully collected over 100 toys for children through a staff gift drive benefiting the Coalition for the Protection of Children’s Toys for Tots program. A spokesperson said, “The donations will be distributed to families with the greatest need and include over 30 grocery and gift vouchers. The BMA has […]

Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott — who currently plays for Danish club Vejle Boldklub — has been named in the Danish Superliga team of the week. The Bermudian goalkeeper is on his second loan spell from English Premier League team West Ham United this season. Trott kept 14 clean sheets in 25 appearances for Vejle last […]

Age Concern Bermuda is reminding the public that the first phase of the Community Engagement Process for the Admiralty House re-development will conclude on December 8. A spokesperson said, “Following the news where Age Concern announced that they have been granted a conditional offer to develop Admiralty House by the Bermuda Government’s, Ministry of Public […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] is set to participate in the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour in El Salvador and the Dominican Republic. A spokesperson said, “As the international beach volleyball 2023 calendar draws to a close, Bermuda Volleyball Association is proud to announce its participation in two of the upcoming final NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour Stops. […]

The City of Hamilton is “streamlining the application process for its disabled parking permits by issuing permits for one to five years, depending on the expiration date of the accompanying medical certificate.” A spokesperson said, “Currently, permit owners must reapply every year for a new disabled parking permit, regardless of when their medical certificate expires. […]

Daniel Augustus has claimed a win on the Moonlight Tour at the West Orange Country Club Golf Course which is a Lloyd Clifton design built in 1967, it is a challenging par 71 course. The Bermudian golfer shot a round of 7-under par 65 to finish 1 stroke ahead of Chris Couch from Florida, and […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nine competitors from OpenMat Bermuda will be vying for glory at the World IBJJF Jui-Jitsu No-Gi Championship in Las Vegas this week. Representing OpenMat Bermuda – the island’s first Brazilian Jui-Jitsu academy – are Reina Maypa, Sydney Mason, Greg Maybury, James Adams, Thomas Gregory, Lonnie Bascome, Jason McAlpine, Aaron Dyer and […]

BermudAir was officially announced as the airline partner for the 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge, with the three day event set to take place in January 2024. Adam Scott, Founder and CEO of BermudAir, said, “We’re very pleased to join forces with Chubb BTC, connecting participants to this iconic three-day running event and helping them start […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is asking people with O positive blood to donate. Donors and potential donors are asked to call 236-5067 to make an appointment. A spokesperson said, “If you are unsure about your blood type but are willing to donate, please contact the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre at [441] 236-5067 or blood.donor@bhb.bm, by […]

People who spend $20 or more in any participating restaurant or store in the EEZs in Somerset, North East Hamilton, and St. George’s will be entered into a draw for a chance to win $500, $300, or $200 gift vouchers. A spokesperson said, “It is that time again – to Eat, Shop, and Play in […]

Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the league leaders Spare Parts defeat the Secret Weapons 4 – 0, Who Gives A Split defeat Too Legit To Split 3 – 1, and Sweet Life defeat the Bailey’s Bay Strikers 2 ½ – 1½. Men’s High Scratch Game Farijah Harvey 212 Denzel Davis 191 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Boxer Andre Lambe will host the inaugural Showtime Classic golf tournament at the Port Royal Golf Course on January 20 to help fund his preparations and travel costs for upcoming overseas fights. Lambe, who has won all ten professional bouts, is scheduled to fight in Texas early next year. The 28-year-old, […]

The second round of the Goodwill Golf Tournament saw action at three golf courses. Belmont Hills Golf Club The low net for the day was Aon 2 Team of Adam Perry, Steve Britton, Kevin Ronaldson, and John Cole who shot a 12-under par 58, Mark Marias from DC Ranch had the longest drive on number […]

Donna Raynor has headed to Monaco for her first World Athletics Council meeting since she became the first Bermudian elected to the governing body in August. “On my way to my first World Athletics Council meeting,” Raynor, the former Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] president, posted online yesterday [December 5]. “A lot of pre-reading, but […]