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The Royal Bermuda Regiment Association [RBRA] donated $100 to the Bermuda Legion for their annual poppy fundraising appeal. A spokesperson said, “On November 7th the Royal Bermuda Regiment Association President Peter L. Aldrich [Left] and Vice President Roderick Spencer [Right] presented Carol Everson [Center] of the Bermuda Legion a check for $1000 towards the Legion’s annual […]

Geopolitics, weather extremes, social and economic inflation, and rapidly advancing technology – for insurers and reinsurers, the “risk environment has never been so complex,” the PwC Insurance Summit heard today.” Speaking at the Summit, presented with the Financial Times, and attended by nearly 300 industry professionals from over 50 different re/insurers and other organisations, Arthur […]

In Bermuda’s ball hockey competition, a single match at the PCC Hockey Rink concluded with a total of eight goals scored. CG managed to net goals in each period, ultimately triumphing over Appleby with a score of 5 to 3. Nathan Kowalski opened the scoring with the first period’s only goal, providing CG with an […]

The PGA Tour highlighted the island’s Oliver Betschart on social media yesterday [Nov 8] as the young golfer gets set to take part in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which gets underway at Port Royal Golf Course today [Nov 9]. Betschart will be the second 15-year-old Bermudian to play in the championship after Kenny Leseur, who […]

Cayman-based LGBTQ+ group Colours Caribbean “has been accepted as an intervenor in a European Court of Human Rights case on same-sex marriage in Bermuda,” the Cayman media has reported. A Cayman Compass story said, “Cayman-based LGBTQ+ group Colours Caribbean has been accepted as an intervenor in a European Court of Human Rights case on same-sex […]

Warriors Bowling League action continued, with Blackfoot defeating Mohican 4-0, Navaho defeating Kickapoo 3-1, and Commanche defeating Apache 3-1. Standings Kickapoo 26 Blackfoot 21 1/2 Commanche 17 1/2 Navaho 16 1/2 Apache 14 1/2 Mohican 12 Last weeks results Mohican 0 Blackfoot 4 Navaho 3 Kickapoo 1 Commanche 3 Apache 1 Team Team Scratch Game: […]

The Ministry of Public Works advises that due to the upcoming Remembrance Day Holiday on Monday, 13 November, household waste collection will follow a rollover schedule. A Government spokesperson said, “This rollover means that household waste regularly collected on Monday will be collected on Tuesday, Tuesday’s trash will be collected on Wednesday, Wednesday’s garbage will […]

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and Minister of Education Diallo Rabain are holding a press conference today [Nov 9] to discuss their Ministries’ initiatives outlined in the 2023 Throne Speech. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Premier Burt Press Conference Live […]

BermudAir will conduct a ‘fly-past’ during the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at 1.00pm on Saturday [Nov 11], flying over the water along Port Royal Golf Course, with the closest points being the 15th & 16th holes, with the aircraft to fly approximately 500 feet above sea level. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir is excited to advise the public […]

Tomorrow’s Voices marked its 16th anniversary with a community outreach project, visiting the Sylvia Richardson Care Facility where they made a donation of a “Tea Party in a Box” to the residents of the rest home. A spokesperson said, “In a heartwarming display of community spirit and a commitment to giving back, Tomorrow’s Voices, Bermuda’s […]

Bermuda’s first player on the golf course for the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championships is Eric West who tees off in the morning wave at 8:45am today [Nov 9] to make his PGA Tour debut. A spokesperson said, “The former Bermuda Open Champion & Head Golf Pro Port Royal – now top amateur player – is […]

The Berkeley Institute held off a determined Warwick Academy team to win the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Senior School Girls Six-A-Side Football Tournament at the Clyde Best Centre of Excellence. Both teams entered the final boasting talented teams capable of being crowned champions. After a few nervous moments for each team Berkeley finally broke the […]

Mixed Majors Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw Spare Change defeat Fight Back 16 – 4, the Unpredictable defeat the MiniMax Forwarders 13 – 7, while the Warriors went down 13 – 7 to the Movers N’ Shakers and the Mix Ups defeated the Activators 13 – 7. Women’s Scratch Game Patrice Tucker […]

The Conyers Bermuda team said they “delighted to share the outstanding results from The Legal 500 Caribbean 2024 directory rankings.” A spokesperson said, ” The Bermuda office maintained Top Tier rankings across the categories of Banking, finance and markets; Corporate and commercial; Dispute resolution; Insurance/reinsurance and Trusts/private client. Marcello Ausenda, Director and Head of Corporate, […]

A report of a possible vessel on fire was later identified as a reflection caused by the “angle of sunlight interacting with a vessel.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Monday 23rd October, 7:15pm – Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre, received a 911 call from a concerned member of public reporting a suspected vessel on […]

Carey Olsen Bermuda achieved recognition in The Legal 500 Caribbean guide, achieving three Tier 1 and three Tier 2 rankings. A spokesperson said, “The office is now ranked Tier 1 for Regulatory and Compliance; Dispute Resolution; and Trusts/Private Client with Tier 2 rankings for Banking, Finance and Capital Markets; Corporate and Commercial; and Insurance/Reinsurance.” Bermuda managing […]

Assured Guaranty Ltd. announced that as of January 1, 2024, Chief Financial Officer Robert A. Bailenson will be appointed Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Actuary Benjamin G. Rosenblum will succeed him as Chief Financial Officer.   “Assured Guaranty has a deep, highly experienced, and well-established senior management team, and these promotions further reinforce the core of […]

There is a fireworks display being held in Hamilton this evening [Nov 8] and you can tune in and watch live below and we will have a photo gallery later on. Related Stories Six Videos: Boat Parade & Fireworks In Hamilton Fireworks Display In Hamilton On Sunday Police: Gunshot Reports Attributed To Fireworks Man Fined […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 8] include acting appointments. Permanent Secretary Mrs. Shakira Dill-Francois Notice type Government Notice Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0855/2023 Public Authorities / Department Ministry Level Publication date 08 November, 2023 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Permanent Secretary Ministry Of Legal Affairs And Constitutional Reform Mrs. Shakira Dill-Francois, Deputy Solicitor General, Attorney […]

Bermudian equestrian Cody Rego clinched 4th place at the prestigious 2023 ASPCA Maclay Finals Championship, a top annual equitation event featuring the best 250 riders aged 18 and under. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Equestrian Federation is pleased to share that at the 2023 ASPCA Maclay Finals, held on Sunday 5th November, Cody Rego skillfully […]

NBC Sports will broadcast the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championships on the Golf Channel, NBC Sports app and Peacock from Thursday until Sunday. A spokesperson said, “The PGA TOUR travels to Southampton, Bermuda, this week for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship from Port Royal Golf Course. The only official PGA TOUR event to be held in Bermuda, this event […]

On November 9 at 8.00 p.m., Premier David Burt “will deliver a comprehensive address to the people of Bermuda” about the recent Throne Speech. A Government spokesperson said, “Tomorrow [November 9], at 8.00 p.m., Premier David Burt will deliver a comprehensive address to the people of Bermuda. The Premier will speak specifically about the recent […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kim Swan believes “cool customer” Oliver Betschart will not be fazed when he tees off in the first round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course tomorrow [November 9]. Arguably the island’s greatest-ever golfer, Swan first coached Betschart as a five-year-old, chopping down an adult club so he could swing […]

A joint statement has been released backing the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s [UNSECO] call for a resolution to remind “parties involved of their obligations under international law” amidst the conflict between Israel and Palestine. The statement says, “We, the undersigned, wish to express our great sympathy for all those many lives lost […]

The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] said they are ”encouraging those who may feel a little guilty about buying an imported Christmas tree to donate towards the charity’s tree planting programme. ” A spokesperson said, “The donation would benefit Bermuda’s own environment and biodiversity in a very positive way and offset the carbon footprint of an imported cut […]

The Celebrity Silhouette cruise ship saw a liferaft 290 nautical miles northeast from Bermuda, and the ship and a U.S. Coast Guard C130 aircraft conducted a search of the area to ensure no vessels were in distress. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Sunday 29th October, 3:25pm – Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre, was advised […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] Playing in honour of the late Brian Morris, Michael Sims hopes his fifth Butterfield Bermuda Championship is a charm. Golf is an individual sport, where one matches skill and wit against Mother Nature in a partially modified form, in competition with others. Bermuda’s Michael Sims will be one of many who, starting […]

Following their inaugural Ladies Cancer Awareness golf event, the Ocean View Golf Club in Bermuda donated $6,102 to the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre. A spokesperson said, “Today the Bermuda Cancer and Health were presented with a check for $6,102; the proceeds from Ocean View’s 1st Ladies Cancer Awareness golf event held at Ocean View […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] took part in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Junior Golf Clinic at Port Royal Golf Course, engaging 40 local students aged 5-14 with waste management education and emphasizing the significance of environmental stewardship. Keep Bermuda Beautiful said, “Things we love! Working with little people and teens is one of KBB’s most favorite […]

As “part of its efforts to further strengthen compliance by charitable organizations, the Minister of Social Development and Seniors today underscored the importance of the Government and charitable organizations working together and doing their respective part to maintain compliance and ensure Bermuda’s Non-Profit Organizational [NPO] sector remains both credible and effective.” A Government spokesperson said, […]

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of October 2023 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories BF&M Prepare 300 Packages, Donate $20K BF&M Sponsors Free For February At NMB Endeavour & BF&M No Limits Sailing Programme Bermuda Championship […]

Former Senator Curtis Richardson was charged with causing the death of Marco Warren by driving without due care and attention. Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning [Nov 8], the 48-year-old was charged with causing the death of Mr Warren in May of this year by driving a vehicle, said to be a taxi, without due care and […]

The 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship announced the first and second round groupings and starting times. Play will get underway on Thursday, November 9th, 2023 at 6:50 am on hole number 10, with Tommy Gainey, Kelly Kraft and Vince Whaley on the tee. At 6:55 a.m. on the number 1 tee box will see Jonas Blixt Hammaro, Jeff Overton […]

The Bermuda Philharmonic Orchestra is getting set to hold a two-night show at St. John’s Church on November 18 and November 19. A spokesperson said, “Join us on Saturday, November 18th at 7:30pm or Sunday, November 19th at 4.00pm at St. John’s Church for two hours of glorious live music. Featuring music that celebrates what […]

The PGA TOUR, Bermuda Tourism Authority and Butterfield today announced a multi-year extension as co-title sponsors of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. A spokesperson said, “The announcement was made from Port Royal Golf Course Wednesday ahead of the fifth annual Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which debuted in 2019 as the PGA TOUR’s first official event on the […]

Treefrog Consulting announced its “cutting-edge service designed to integrate Artificial Intelligence [AI] into businesses seeking a competitive edge in today’s fast-paced market.” A spokesperson said, “This offering aims to give businesses an opportunity to rapidly trial various AI solutions and quickly discover the highest impact implementations to enhance decision-making, optimize processes and accelerate growth.” “With […]

To celebrate World Interact Week 2023, the Rotary Clubs of Bermuda partnered with the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, the Media Lounge and the Grotto Bay Beach Resort and Spa to provide movie passes, pizzas and gift certificates to over 130 Interactors and their advisors. A spokesperson said, “Assistant Governor Peronia Browne visited the Interact […]

Zemira Webb – who plays for the Southern University women’s soccer — was named to the Southern Athletic Conference Women’s Soccer All-Tournament Team. Webb helped Southern University women’s soccer continue their record-breaking season advancing to the semi-finals of the 2023 SWAC Soccer Championships with the 2-0 victory over Prairie View A&M. Related Stories Nesbeth & […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] Australian golfing legend Adam Scott is well aware of Father Time’s diminishing effect on an athlete’s ability to defeat the rising tide of a powerful, young group of challengers hungry to duplicate his success on the PGA Tour. Changed priorities and physical dynamics inherent with one’s maturation from care-free youngster to […]

Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw Who Gives A Split defeat the Bailey’s Bay Strikers 34 – 1, the Secret Weapons defeat Sweet Life 3 – 1, and D’Rollerz defeat Too Legit To Split 3 – 1. Men’s High Scratch Game Quinton Perinchief 200 Kionne Minors 195 Gordon Brown 182 Women’s High […]

Minister of Health Kim Wilson is holding a press conference today [Nov 8] to “discuss various Ministry of Health initiatives outlined in the Throne Speech.” We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Premier Burt Press Conference Live Video Replay: 2023 Throne Speech Full Copy: […]

The 2023 Pan American Games set a new record for the number of countries that won medals, with 34 nations on the medal table, including Bermuda, who won a bronze medal thanks to cyclist Conor White’s performance, marking the island’s first medal since Dame Flora Duffy won a bronze back in 2015. Bermuda’s Conor White won […]

Emmanuel Dubreuil and François Bucchini have been appointed to PartnerRe’s Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “PartnerRe Ltd. today announced two new appointments to its Board of Directors. Joining the Board are Emmanuel Dubreuil and François Bucchini, effective November 7, 2023. Mr. Dubreuil and Mr. Bucchini replace Sylvestre Frézal and Thierry Francq. “Mr. Dubreuil is […]

November 7 saw 2,600 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $59,190.00 BD. 2,600 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 10.2% at $22.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,009.39, down 1.12% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

Greenrock announced the release of the fourth study in our offshore wind feasibility study series – a Wind Speed and Annual Energy Production Analysis. A spokesperson said, “This study was commissioned to understand more accurately how much electricity could be generated by an offshore wind farm in Bermuda. “Key points from the study are as follows: […]

Aircare Ltd. unveiled its extended Black Friday sales event, featuring discounted prices on select HVAC units from November 6 to November 30. Aircare General Manager Brendan Stones said, “Aircare Ltd. today announced details of the Company’s extended Black Friday sales. “Between Monday, November 6 and Thursday, November 30, Aircare will be offering discounted prices on […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Wednesday, November 8 is expected to see mostly sunny skies, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be at 6:42am and sunset will be at […]

The Government has issued a Request for Quotations [RFQ] for renovations at the Westover Farm in Sandys. The website said, “This Request for Quotations is for Alterations & Renovations works at Westover Farm 8 Greenfield Lane Sandys, the works will encompass the following: Masonry works, concrete works, Electrical, Plumbing, tiling, & painting. The document notes, “This […]

The First Cut, a CBS podcast, has offered a preview of the upcoming Butterfield Bermuda Championship, which is set to be held from November 9 to November 12 at the Port Royal Golf Course. Hosted by Rick Gehman and Greg DuCharme, the podcast discusses the upcoming Butterfield Bermuda Championships, noting that it is a “really […]