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The Bermuda Netball Association’s season resumed with the Who’s Who Tournament and Senior League play this weekend. Under 11 Division Who’s Who North Village Lady Rams named Xen Bourne as MVP & Best Defender. The Best Attacker was Dani Browne, Phoenix named A’mariss Dyer as their MVP, their Best Attacker was K’ah Seymourn. The Storm […]

News that Renee Lathan from the Ministry of Finance earned the Public Service Excellence Award, Bermuda was ranked number one in an article that lists “10 beach destinations for your next girls trip” on Yahoo, Love is Love BDA raised $1,500 to support a local charity, and the Smith’s Parish Council awarded scholarships to Madison […]

A Trivial Purr-Suit quiz raising money for Bermuda’s disadvantaged cats and kittens will be held at St Mark’s Church Hall in Smiths next Saturday [February 25]. The feline-filled evening runs from 6 pm to 10 pm and features a cash bar, prizes and a raffle. Tickets cost $50 per person or $275 for a table […]

[Opinion column written by Philipp Bayer, Ahmed Elagali, Julie Robidart, and Kate Marie Quigley] You’ve seen the art AI image generators can create, and you may have played with natural language AI chatbots. You’ve benefited from artificial intelligence tools recommending you music and suggesting your next streaming show. But AI can do much more. Humans […]

Stillhouse — part of the portfolio of Bermuda-headquartered Bacardi Limited — had a nutty idea for a new flavour, with the company announcing its newest variety, Peanut Butter S’mores Whiskey. A spokesperson said, “With its innovative and unique 100 percent stainless-steel packaging, Stillhouse whiskey chills quickly and reflects the unbreakable spirit, journeying to all those […]

Terrance Armstrong was a member of a 50’s relay team that finished 3rd at the 115th Millrose Games. Competing at a distance of 4×400 meters, Steven Segaloff, Armstrong, Chris Sallade, and Marco Cardoso represented the Garden State Track Club and clocked a time of 4:09.71.

Empowered Shopping Village will continue their Black History celebrations with four events including the presentation of ‘Parenting 101’ on Monday, February 20 at 6.30pm, ‘Improving Quality of Life’ on Tuesday, February 21 at 12.30pm, ‘They Paved The Way For Us’ on Thursday, February 23 at 7.00pm, and the ‘One Love Street Jam’ on Tuesday, February […]

[Updated with video + info on rescue] A seal was seen at Clearwater Beach today [Feb 18] and it returned to the ocean before BAMZ staff could arrive to provide assistance, and they noted that a “seal in Bermuda is in distress” so have advised that anyone sees the seal please keep your distance and […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] held an Eat’Um to Beat’Um Lionfish Chowder Competition event this afternoon [Feb 18] at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ], with crowds of people coming out to taste the various chowders. A spokesperson previously said, “The Bermuda Government has provided free admission to the BAMZ facility from noon onwards […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Taylor Carrick will return to the island from his studies in Canada in a bid to win his first men’s title in the Gnosis National Squash Championships at the Devonshire courts next month. The 21-year-old, who studies at the University of Western Ontario, faces a formidable challenge in the form of Noah […]

The Beyond Plastic Bermuda has launched a new Primary Schools Assembly Programme to “encourage and inspire students to join the movement away from single-use plastics.” A spokesperson said, “Beyond Plastic’s goal is to inspire future generations to live sustainably and care for their health as well as the health of the environment. The programme is called […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells scored his tenth goal of the season after converting a penalty in added time to earn Bristol City a point away at Sunderland in the Sky Bet Championship today [February 18]. City trailed to Jack Clarke’s fine strike in the 59th minute but were awarded a penalty late on when […]

Sunday, February 19 is expected to see some sunny spells, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at 6.58am and sunset will be at […]

The Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League season continues at the PCC Hockey Rink, with Appleby and Liberty Mutual the league leaders with 329 points, while BDA Spirits and Alexandre Mosher both have 22 points. Matthew Benson from the Hamilton Princess leads the League in points with 44; Jeremy Estey from Spine and Sport has 41 […]

Cody Rego and Nicholas Lopes began competing in the 2023 WEF 6 KASK CSI3* WCHR International Horse Jumping event in Florida. Rego and Mira Flores finished 2nd competing in the WIHS Hunter Phase Class, finished 4th in the WIHS Jumper Phase Class and finished 2nd overall in the WIHS Division. Lopes and New England finished […]

A seal was seen at Clearwater Beach today [Feb 18] and it returned to the ocean before BAMZ staff could arrive to provide assistance, and they noted that a “seal in Bermuda is in distress” so have advised that anyone sees the seal please keep your distance and contact the BAMZ Animal hotline at 293-2727. […]

The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs has released a video titled ‘Native Americans in Bermuda,’ exploring the “history and legacies of the 17th century Indian slave trade.” The video – part of the Bermuda Heartbeats Lecture Series – features a joint lecture between Dr. Linford Fisher, Associate Professor of History at Brown University, and […]

The Bermuda men’s national team are playing their second match of the President Cup MCL T20 Tournament in Florida today [Feb 18], matching up against the Triads Dragons, and you can tune in live below. Following this match, Bermuda will play a second match today against the Tigers Cricket Club which gets underway at 7:00 […]

Shelby Madeiros andSiena women’s tennis teammates cruised past Lafayette 6-1 at the Sportime Schenectady in New York. Playing in the number 3 doubles spot, Madeiros and Madeline De Faber Schumacher lost 6-2 to Halle DeNardo and Eleanor Campbell. Madeiros then matched up against Layla Drotar in singles, with Madeiros coming away with a 6-2, 6-4 […]

In recognition of Black History Month, the City of Hamilton has created a series of educational videos highlighting sites in the City that “are significant to the legacy of Black Bermudians and the building of our city,” with this third episode focusing on Wesley Square on Church Street. You can view the first episode here, […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday Shipping Schedule: Week Starting February 18th. On Sunday the MT Athlos oil products tanker is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the CS Durable cable layer is scheduled to arrive. […]

Play in the Bermuda Snooker League season resumed with action in the Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup and league play taking place. Tony DeSilva Memorial Cup – Round 1 Richard Burton defeated Zane DeSilva 2-0 at Warwick Workmen’s Club. It was Burton who took the first game, narrowly closing out DeSilva 48-36 on the pink and […]

Enstar Group announced that its wholly-owned subsidiaries have reached an agreement for a ground-up Loss Portfolio Transfer with certain subsidiaries of QBE Insurance Group Limited on a diversified portfolio of business, covering International and North America financial lines, European and North American reinsurance portfolios, and several US discontinued programs. “In the LPT transaction, which will be […]

Inspired announced the launch of two new programs: The Social Media Basics Bootcamp, beginning on Monday, February 20th, and The Inspired Hub Membership, officially opening on Thursday, February 23rd. A spokesperson said, “As small business owners know, online marketing is essential to success. However, social media can be overwhelming, especially for those who are new […]

February 17 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,553.74, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 67 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF].

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 16] include permanent resident certificate, acting appointments, road sobriety checkpoint notice and striking off. Permanent Resident’s Certificate – PRC 31ZA Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31ZA Notice ID: GN0190/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 16 February 2023 Notice is hereby […]

Over the past three weeks over 250 students have visited the Bermuda National Gallery to explore Simplicity of Form: Unfolding Abstraction, a new exhibition produced by the contemporary art museum in partnership with the Green family, which “brings together a world-class selection of artworks, examples of which are found in the most significant art museums […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce released a response to the 2023 Budget, saying that “while we expect there is much relief in the local business community with respect to the budget, the island’s large debt burden continues to be the Damocles sword that hangs over the economy.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce […]

The Government “will not be implementing an across the board increase in fees that would impact all government services” Premier David Burt said, adding that there will, however “be adjustments to fees to support the Government’s necessary infrastructure investment” and the some fees will increase by 5% including, but not limited to, stamp duty, trademark […]

The Regulatory Authority [RA] said they “would like to bring clarity to recent public assertions, that it is responsible for the regulation of environmental emissions in the local community” noting that “by law, the RA cannot set standards for, supervise, or monitor environmental emissions.” A spokesperson said, “The RA is an independent, a-political, economic regulator, established […]

“Moving to the employee payroll tax, the headline is this: any individual making $132,000 or less per year will pay less in payroll taxes next year,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said. In delivering the 2023 Budget today, the Premier said, “The payroll tax changes in this Budget that I am about to […]

[Updated] Opposition Leader Cole Simons is holding a press conference this afternoon [Feb 17] to provide his initial reaction to the 2023/24 Budget, which was delivered in the House of Assembly today. The live video is below and for all our coverage of the 2023 Bermuda Budget click here and for ongoing live updates click […]

Bermuda’s men’s national cricket team is competing in the President Cup MCL T20 Tournament at the Wesley Chapel District Park Ground in Tampa, with Bermuda taking on the Rebels Cricket Club in their first match, and you can tune in and watch live below. c

The Ministry of National Security is advising the public that the headquarters for the Department of Corrections has been relocated from the Clocktower Mall, at the Royal Naval Dockyard, to the Westgate Correctional Facility. A Government spokesperson said, “The new address is: 1 Pender Road, Dockyard MA 01. The telephone number remains the same.”

[Written by Stephen Wright] Several CedarBridge Academy youngsters have received certificates after completing the first 12 weeks of a boxing course run by the Bermuda Boxing Federation [BBF]. Jaylon Roberts, a local amateur boxer, delivered the course on behalf of the BBF for 14 students aged 14 to 18 at CedarBridge Academy Gymnasium. Among the […]

According to the most recent Official Notices, the Bermuda Police Service will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints starting on Thursday, February 23rd, with the checkpoints set to take place in Hamilton parish, Smiths, Devonshire, Pembroke, Paget, Warwick and Southampton. The full Road Sobriety Checkpoint Notice follows below [PDF here]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Avid Cyclists can help support Bermuda’s elite para-athletes by taking part in the Pedal for Paralympics event on Sunday [February 19]. The race, organised by the Bermuda Paralympic Association, features routes for mountain and road bikes and starts at Royal Naval Dockyard in Somerset at 9.45 am and finishes at Ferry […]

[Updating] Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt is set to deliver the 2023 Budget in the House of Assembly this morning [Feb 17], with the Premier previously saying that he “will be delivering a budget that will continue to reduce taxes for workers and businesses in Bermuda, increase investments in vital reforms and critical […]

The City of Hamilton advises motorists, area businesses and the general public that a section of Front Street will be reduced to one lane traffic. A spokesperson said, “The eastbound lane, starting from the Supermart building to the area at Seon Place, will be closed due to road paving, commencing Monday, February 20th to March 10th. “Works […]

“Demonstrating our commitment to our children and our future, we are continuing to make significant strides with Education Reform,” said the Minister of Education Diallo Rabain. “On Friday, I will table the Education [Primary Schools] Temporary Act 2023 Bill. This Bill will establish parish primary schools and support the opening of the first two parish […]

The Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] sponsored a two day professional development seminar “designed to give educators a solid foundation in a range of subjects related to international business.” A spokesperson said, “The Association of Bermuda International Companies sponsored a two day professional development seminar designed to give educators a solid foundation in a […]

The Adolescent Mental Health in Bermuda research project [AMHB] announced its “successful collaboration with eight schools across the island, and an agreement with the Government of Bermuda to work with the public schools.” A spokesperson said, “The research began data collection in September 2022 with the intention of better understanding how common symptoms of anxiety […]

[Column written by Dr. David M. Nathan] The Bermuda Diabetes Association estimates that as much as 13 per cent of the population, perhaps even more, suffers from Type 2 diabetes – which can be prevented in some cases. Given the high incidence rate of the disease on island, we would like to share some prevention […]

Bermudian equestrian Cody Rego has literally jumped to the top spots in WEF Equitation Standings and WIHS Ranking List in the Equitation East Division. A spokesperson said, “Competing in Winter Equestrian Festival in Florida, Bermuda’s Cody Rego has not only jumped to the top of the leaderboard in the WEF Equitation Standings but, as at […]

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced its “commitment to a 50% absolute reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas [GHG] emissions by 2030 across its global operations.” A spokesperson said, “The action is the Company’s latest step in its ambition to transition to a low-carbon economy. Using a 2019 baseline, AXIS’s science based GHG reduction […]

February 16 saw 4,424 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $157,474.00 BD. 4,308 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 5.8% at $36.50 per share, while another 116 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing even at $2.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,553.74, up […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 17] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for 2023/2024″ [Budget Statement]. The Order of Business is below [PDF here]:

A 19-year-old male was arrested in connection with the murder of Kyari Flood, marking the second person arrested following the murder of the 23-year-old earlier this week. A police spokesperson said, “A second suspect wanted in relation to the murder of Kyari Flood was arrested at approximately 11:00 a.m. today, Thursday, February 16th, 2023. “The […]

Funds raised from the annual Convex End-to-End walk will go to the Bermuda Zoological Society’s Microforest Project, Gina Spence Productions, Eliza DoLittle Society, Skills Development Program and Vision Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The 36th Annual Convex End-to-End organisers and sponsors gathered at the Hamilton Princess Hotel to announce the charity recipients of the event, to […]

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] will be hosting a free Community Day on Sunday, February 26. A spokesperson said, “There will be food vendors and door prizes and a multitude of free activities for all ages. Sponsored by BF&M, this Community Day is part of Free for February which gives all residents free admission […]