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| Argus Group Holdings Limited today [June 21] announced net income for the year ended March 31, 2022 of $25.7 million compared to $10.1 million in the previous year. Argus Chief Executive Officer, Alison Hill stated, “This year’s financial results are outstanding. We invite our shareholders, investors and our customers to take a closer look at […]
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| 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 […]
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| BF&M Limited today reported shareholders’ net loss for the three months ended 31st March 2022, of $6.7 million as compared to the shareholders’ net income for the comparative period in 2021 of $6.5 million. Group Chairman and CEO John Wight stated: “Our first quarter results were negatively impacted by investment income losses driven by rising […]
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| The Economic Development Department announced that 12 Bermudians have been “selected to participate in a global FinTech education programme resulting from a partnership between the Government of Bermuda, ViableEdu and NEXT, the island’s first digital asset industry association.” A spokesperson said, “NEXT companies are collectively sponsoring the learners’ access to the Fintech Apprenticeship Programme, a […]
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| Summer Sunday: City Funday iwill take place in Victoria Park on Sunday, July 17th, with live entertainment, dance troupes, the Gombeys, vendors, fun castles, prizes and more. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is thrilled to announce that Summer Sunday: City Funday is back after a forced two-year break and will take place in Victoria […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 21] include boards appointments and assent. Board Public Service Vehicles Licensing Amended Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0633/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 21 June 2022 The Minister of Transport is pleased to make the following appointments. Public Service Vehicles […]
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| Jesse Washington was back in action competing in the 19th FINA World Championships in Budapest, Hungary. The Bermudian swimmer finished 2nd in Heat 2 of the men’s 100m freestyle touching the wall in a time of 51.94; with the time seeing him finish 62nd overall. Related Stories Elijah Daley Wins Silver Medal In Championships Daley […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Adrian Roach says he has little interest in exchanging verbal barbs with his opponent Sanjay Williams before their amateur boxing bout at The Shed in Dockyard on Saturday. Roach insists he will “let his hands do the talking” in response to Williams’s claim on Instagram that he will “come with the Baygon […]
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| The Powerade 5K — formerly the Nature Valley 5K — is scheduled for Sunday, July 3rd. A spokesperson said, “This running and walking event starts and finishes at Butterfield & Vallis, Orange Valley in Devonshire. Walkers will set off at 7.45am and runners will start at 8.00am. “All participants will receive a Powerade goodie bag plus […]
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| [Written by Don Burgess] BELCO is laying subsea cables as part of its island-wide transmission upgrades this month. A company spokesperson said, “The subsea cables are critical to BELCO’s transmission infrastructure for the island’s east end. This will assist BELCO in moving forward with our commitment to increasing the amount of renewable energy generation and creating a more […]
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| On June 16 – 17, Bermuda HealthCare Services welcomed Warwick Academy student Teizh Hall as part of her school’s student Work Experience Program. A spokesperson said, “The aim is for the student to gain insight into the expectations of the world of work, enabling the development of social skills while broadening their career plans. “Teizh, […]
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| Manchester City took to Twitter today to highlight their documentary on Bermudian football legend Shaun Goater, tweeting the link to their 12.7 million followers. The Manchester City website said, “A chance to look back on the City career of the one and only, Shaun Goater. In our latest CITY+ documentary, we look at the Goat’s rise […]
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| The Spirit of Bermuda finished the 2022 Newport Bermuda Race this morning [June 21], crossing the finish line in the east end at 10.35am Bermuda time. The vessel, owned by the Bermuda Sloop Foundation, was one of the 187 sailing yachts that took part in the 635-nautical mile race which started on Friday, June 17th. Screenshot from […]
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| The Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge event on July 3rd is set to feature a host of local entertainment including Mr Fotogenik, St George’s Original Dancerettes, Kallie Marcus and Diamond Dill of Natural Movement, the Bermuda Jump Rope Federation, and the Vision School of Dance. Whitney Butterfield, Bermuda Charge Event Committee said, “This year’s Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge auto […]
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| Bermuda took on Uganda in the ICC Men’s CWC Challenge at the Lugogo Cricket Oval in Kampala, Uganda, with the hosts winning by eight wickets. Bermuda won the toss and elected to bat in their second ICC Men’s CWC Challenge League B match. Bermuda was bowled out for 95, with Dalin Richardson the top scorer […]
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| The KraftHeinz Cares initiative – which sees a portion of sales of their products donated to local charities — is now in its 4th year, and has resulted in close to $40,000 being donated to a range of local charities. A spokesperson said, “The KraftHeinz Cares promotion is now in its 4th year; and with […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] It has been more than two years since Yushae DeSilva-Andrade represented Bermuda on the international stage in boccia. The athlete admits she is slightly nervous about returning to competitive action after a frustratingly long layoff because of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, she is relieved to resume the bowls-related sport, which she describes […]
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| A record number of Bermudian students are taking part in a summer intern programme with companies belonging to Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR]. Twenty six students – including two based in the Cayman Islands – are joining BILTIR companies for 10 weeks of paid work throughout the summer to learn about all […]
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| “Sadly still no real progress on the return of BMU codes to Bermuda passports,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “it is unfortunate for Bermudians negatively affected by @GOVUK’s decision to take back passport printing from Overseas Territories that there has been no resolution in 6 years.” The UK took over the printing of British […]
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| The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences’ [BIOS] Ocean Academy helped coordinate a unique learning opportunity for local schools when a NASA science mission moved its flight operations from the U.S. to Bermuda for three weeks beginning earlier this month. A spokesperson said, “The Aerosol Cloud meTeorology Interactions oVer the western ATlantic Experiment [ACTIVATE] mission aims […]
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| The winner of the Eunice Veronica Sharpe Memorial Award at Francis Patton Primary School has been announced, with Kamila Simons received the award at the prize-giving ceremony at the Hamilton Parish school. Kamila eloquently delivered the closing expression of appreciation to the packed assembly hall. In addition to the student’s personal memorial plaque, a Bermuda […]
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| A new fundraiser titled ‘Dare to Lead’ was recently launched by Clipper Race supporter Dirk van Daele in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Long-time Clipper Race supporter and former crew member, Dirk van Daele, has launched the next phase of his Dare To Lead partnership at a special event in Bermuda. It includes a fundraiser to […]
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| Kiwon Waldron returned to action as the Standardbred Races season continued in Canada. Waldron was in the bike of Erge Magic Bab during heat one finishing 7th with a time of 2:04&1. Competing in heat 4, Waldron and Kinda Like Her finished 8th clocking a time of 2:03&1. Clocking a time of 2:02&2, Waldron and […]
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| The Carnival in Bermuda ‘Revel de Road’ event was held today [June 20] with the procession traveling through areas in Pembroke and Devonshire, with some spectators setting up along the route to enjoy the event. This year’s Carnival — which is back after a two year hiatus — included a wide range of events; there […]
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| The Carnival in Bermuda ‘Revel de Road’ event was held today [June 20] with the procession traveling in areas including Frog Lane, North Shore, Parson’s Road, Palmetto Road, Marsh Folly Road and more, with some spectators setting up along the route to enjoy the event. This year’s Carnival — which is back after a two […]
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| The 78th annual Edward Cross Long Distance Comet Race took place today [June 20] with the fleet leaving the East End Mini Yacht Club and making their way to the West End Sailboat Club. We will update with the results as able, and in the meantime a photo gallery is below. Related Stories Photos: Dickinson […]
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| Four Bermuda archers Jaydon Roberts, Bernard Wade III, Trina Roberts, and Robin Selley competed in the Belgium Icenation Shoot. Jaydon Roberts won the Men’s Recurve 70m Class with a score of 613 points, while Wade III finished second with a score of 584. Competing in the Recurve 60m Class, Trina Roberts finished 4th with a […]
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| The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet arrived in Bermuda last week, marking the first time the fleet stopped in the island and one of the eight stops it will make during its 40,000 nautical mile trip that circumnavigates the globe . The yachts – which represent nations around the world and have more than 150 […]
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| Tuesday, June 21 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 57%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am and sunset […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Delray Rawlins and Stefan Kelly were recently in action for their respective teams. Delray Rawlins Delray Rawlins and his Sussex teammates lost by 4 wickets against Glamorgan at Sophia Gardens. Sussex scored 149/8, as Tom Alsop continued his good form in T20 cricket with the bat as he made 34 from 28. Rawlins […]
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| [Updated with photos] The J.A.M. J’Ouvert AM was held starting at 3.00am this morning [June 20], with the event held as part of the ‘Carnival in Bermuda’ festivities. The Carnival includes a wide range of events set to take place all weekend and today; we will post a photo gallery later on, and you can […]
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| The Carnival in Bermuda ‘Revel de Road’ event is being held today [June 20], and is scheduled to travel through areas including Frog Lane, North Shore, Palmetto Road and more. We will have a photo gallery later on, and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can view all our coverage of […]
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| The Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association hosted the Race to the Rock a race that saw competitors sail Optimist Dinghies from North Rock Beacon to Spanish Point. Shiloh Cruikshank was the first sailor to cross the line in a time of 4:39:32, finishing second was Oliver Soares who was clocked across the line in a time […]
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| ValeVibe Bermuda held a breakfast party event yesterday [June 19] at Clearwater Beach in St David’s. A spokesperson previously said, “This event will also be honoring the passing of Renalda Bean, who was a stalwart in the Bermuda’s entertainment industry as one of the executive directors of the Soca versus Reggae Productions, an event that […]
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| The 2022 Youth Futsal League continued at the National Sports Center, with a total of 112 goals scored in the two divisions. In the 8-11-year-old age group a total of 52 goals were scored, Mackay Browne from Force Orange is the league leading goalscorer with 24 goals, Enoch Ball from the Force Black, and Chavi […]
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| The Bermuda Bicycle Association hosted the CG Insurance Bermuda National TT Championship at Clearwater with Conor White and Caitlin Conyers both riding to victory. White won the Men’s Open Division clocking a time of 39:52.2, Kaden Hopkins was second in 40:59.2, and Liam Flannery finished third with a time of 41:50.1. In the Women’s Open […]
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| The J.A.M. J’Ouvert AM was held starting at 3.00am this morning [June 20], with the event held as part of the ‘Carnival in Bermuda’ festivities. The Carnival includes a wide range of events set to take place all weekend and today; we will post a photo gallery later on, and you can view all our coverage […]
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| The late Olga Scott was a “social service pioneer” and “exemplified the very essence of public service,” Premier David Burt said today. The Premier extended his condolences to the family of Mrs Scott, the wife of former Premier Alex Scott and mother to Mrs. Robyn Eve and Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott. Premier Burt said, […]
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| A 20-year-old man has been taken to hospital after a crash on Harrington Sound Road early this morning [June 20], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:40 a.m. today, Monday, 20th June 2022, police and other first responders attended a serious, single vehicle, road traffic collision on Harrington Sound Road, Smiths Parish, […]
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| Bermuda is observing National Heroes Day today [June 20], and the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs created a video series highlighting the island’s national heroes: Mary Prince, Gladys Morrell, Sir John Swan, Dr. Pauulu Kamarakafego, Dr. E.F. Gordon, Dame Lois Browne-Evans, Sir Henry Tucker, and Sir ET Richards. Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. […]
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| Bermuda is set to compete at the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation World Championships at Place Bell, Laval, Quebec. The men’s masters team are in Division B along with the Cayman Islands, France, Hong Kong, Lebanon, Morocco and Pakistan. Bermuda play Pakistan on Tuesday, Lebanon on Wednesday, and Morocco on Thursday before taking on […]
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| AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” [Superior] of the operating subsidiaries of Bermuda-based Everest Re Group. Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICRs of “a-” [Excellent] of Everest Re Group, Ltd. and Everest Reinsurance Holdings, Inc. [Delaware]. Additionally, AM Best has affirmed […]
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| The Newport Bermuda race organisers have announced the very sad news that a sailor has died, after he “went overboard early this afternoon in strong winds, approximately 325 miles from Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “We regret to report that our Fleet Communications Office for the 52nd Bermuda Race received a report of a crew overboard […]
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| [Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] The raft up is a long standing Bermuda tradition and carnival weekend has taken it up a notch. Raft Up returned as one of the signature events of Carnival In Bermuda yesterday [Saturday] and it was a little different but still a great event. Raft Up was moved to a new […]
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| Monday, June 20 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 6:12am and sunset will be at 8:29pm. High […]
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| The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet ‘Parade of Sail’ event was held this afternoon [June 19] with the eleven strong fleet making their way around Hamilton Harbour before they left the island to start the next leg of their journey, which will see them sail to New York. Short look at the yachts […]
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| Besides the many challenges that the Newport Bermuda Race presents, one of the lures that attracts some sailors is the chance to do the race with friends or family, and many boats in the fleet have father and son pairs spending their Father’s Day sailing to Bermuda. “This will be my eighth Bermuda Race, but […]
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| Besides the many challenges that the Newport Bermuda Race presents, one of the lures that attracts some sailors is the chance to do the race with friends or family, and many boats in the fleet have father and son pairs spending their Father’s Day sailing to Bermuda. “This will be my eighth Bermuda Race, but […]
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| The Bermuda Pacers Relay Classic took place at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. Harrington Sound Primary won the combined Primary School Division with 32 points, while West End Primary finished second with 30 points, and Purvis Primary finished third with 28 points. Sandys, Secondary won the Middle School Division with 32 […]
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| The fifth instalment of the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute’s [BUEI] eight-part Island SOS [Sustainable Ocean Strategies] series is slated to take place at BUEI on Saturday, June 25th at 4.00pm. A spokesperson said, “This month’s island nation being highlighted is the Isle of Man, with a presentation by Bill Dale, founder of ‘Beach Buddies’. During […]
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