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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Garentii, a tech-enabled Managing General Agent [MGA] providing digital home rental insurance. A spokesperson said, “As part of the partnership, SiriusPoint will provide risk advisory services along with paper and balance sheet. The partnership builds on the growing number of companies in SiriusPoint’s MGA and insurance services […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 8] include acting appointments. Senior Magistrate & Coroner Tyrone Chin Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0590/2022 Public Authorities / Department: The Judiciary Publication date: 08 June 2022 Government Notice No. _______ Acting Appointment Judicial Department Her Excellency, The Governor, after consultation with the […]
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| Patrina O’Connor-Paynter and Rhydell Paynter are joining Bernews this evening [June 8] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the duo set to discuss the fundraising efforts to rebuild the Pig’s Field playground that was destroyed by a fire last year. The group is spearheading a donation drive to rebuild […]
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| “A milestone for Bermuda’s Fintech industry” said Premier & Minister of Finance David Burt as he congratulated Jewel Bank following the issuance of their new full banking licence and Class F digital asset business license from the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA], noting that it is ”Bermuda’s first new bank in 21 years.” “One of the major […]
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| [Written by Opposition Leader Cole Simons] To be brutally honest – there are two Bermuda’s. There are those who work in the International Business sector which is really on fire. These employers include international Insurance companies, international reinsurance companies, global life insurance companies, local and international banking and financing sector, the ILS sector and other […]
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| The Supreme Court of Bermuda has declined an application from the Government to ‘set aside the grant of leave,’ and ruled that Mailboxes ‘has sufficient interest’ to be ‘granted leave to commence judicial review proceedings.’ The ruling said, “On 24 November 2021 I granted Mailboxes leave to bring judicial review proceedings against the Minister in respect […]
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| The Bermuda Clean Air Coalition [BCAC] launched an online survey, saying it ”takes just 5 minutes to report issues in the survey, and will greatly increase the BCAC’s ability to hold BELCO accountable while pushing for cleaner power generation to the benefit of all Bermudians.” A spokesperson said, “Currently, BELCO decides who is eligible for compensation for […]
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| Thursday, June 9 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset […]
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| The Ministry received 9,203 test results — spanning 7 days — and 343 were positive, so there are now 389 active cases, of which 9 people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 9203 test results, and 343 were positive for the […]
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| Bermuda has claimed a medal at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Summer Games in Florida, with equestrian Eden Woollery winning a bronze medal in the Western Equitation B1 class. The Special Olympics, which run until June 12th, involves over 5,500 athletes and coaches from the United States, the Caribbean and Bermuda; and the island is […]
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| [Opinion column written by David Gumbs & Dr. James Fletcher] Across the Caribbean, except for oil-rich Trinidad and Tobago, electricity is already among the most expensive in the world — and it is only getting more expensive. In Saint Lucia, electricity prices have almost doubled in the past 30 years, and in the other countries […]
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| The Warwick Archers are holding tryouts for their youth programs, with sessions beginning the week of June 13. A spokesperson said, “The Warwick Archers is the youth program for the Robin Hood Football Club [registered charity #998], offering teams in the U13-U23 age groups of the Bermuda Football Association youth leagues. Established in 2016, the […]
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| The accolades keep rolling in for the goal by Bermuda’s Dante Leverock in last night’s match against Guyana, with the spectacular goal being featured by ESPN as one of the Top 10 Sports Plays. The goal being showcased on the ESPN broadcast follows after FIFA highlighted the goal to their 15 million Twitters followers, suggesting […]
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| London City Lionesses confirmed that Bermudian footballer Kenni Thompson was one of several players departing the club following the conclusion of the season. Speaking on the players departing, Head Coach Melissa Phillips said, “We’ve come so far in such a short amount of time as a club and to achieve our highest ever league finish […]
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| The Pan American Health Organization’s [PAHO] representative to Jamaica, Bermuda and the Cayman Islands, Mr Ian Stein, wrapped up a two-day visit to the Island yesterday [June 7th]. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Stein, who is based in Kingston, was appointed to the role last October and possesses substantial experience in developing and maintaining partnerships for […]
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| [Written by Taj Donville-Outerbridge] Being an LGBTQ+ identifying person in Bermuda can undoubtedly be a uniquely challenging experience that is rarely understood by others. Not only must we balance all the aspects of life that come with being human, but we must also face indescribable intrapersonal conflict, societal prejudice, and outright homophobia and transphobia. Lacking […]
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| Yesterday evening [June 7], Bermuda Investor Community Limited launched Bermuda’s first fully digital platform which brings together qualified individual investors and entrepreneurs. A spokesperson said, “The gala launch event, held at the Cloud at the Waterfront Properties, brought over 60 qualified investors together with entrepreneurs presenting a range of opportunities to invest in Bermuda. Quick […]
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| St. George’s University [SGU] is hosting an information and recruitment session where they will share information about their programs, community and scholarships to the public. A spokesperson said, “This is a free session. Persons will be able to ask questions to a current student from Bermuda who attends the University and a graduate, Dr Kyjuan […]
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| The Bermuda Human Resource Association [BHRA] has appointed Candice Lambe as its new President and Melissa Caldwell as its new Vice President. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Lambe succeeds Krystle DaPonte, an HR industry veteran who effectively led the association for five years. Mrs Lambe’s primary responsibility as BHRA President will be providing strategic direction to […]
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| The Bermuda Captive Conference will be held from September 12–14, 2022 at the Hamilton Princess, and registration is now open. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s largest and longest-running industry event is returning to the live stage on September 12–14, 2022 at the Hamilton Princess in Bermuda. “Now in its 18th year, the Bermuda Captive Conference returns as a […]
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| The Dyslexic Foundation [TDF] has partnered with Bermuda College to host a week-long conference focusing on executive function. A spokesperson said, “ It is the first time the Foundation has joined with an institution of higher learning to host its national conference, drawing educators and practitioners from around the world.” Dr. Phyllis Curtis-Tweed, Vice President […]
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| The Mustang Survival Annapolis to Bermuda Ocean Race started last Saturday with a fleet of 25 making its way to the island. The Atlantic hurricane season’s first named storm, Tropical Storm Alex, shaped up just in time for the race, with the storm’s track headed towards Bermuda. But after a one-day delay, the racers were […]
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| The police have confirmed the death of 47-year-old Robert A. Vaughan, and said the ”investigation regarding this fatal industrial incident is ongoing.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 47-year-old Robert A. Vaughan and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “It appears that around 2pm Tuesday, 7th […]
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| Commonwealth Sport has released a video titled ‘Flora Duffy | My Commonwealth Games Story,’ featuring an interview with the athlete that serves to highlight her gold medal victory in the last Commonwealth Games. The video’s description says, “Four years ago, Flora Duffy stormed to victory to win the first gold medal of the 21st Commonwealth […]
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| When the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet of eleven 70-foot yachts, including the GoToBermuda team, arrive in Bermuda on June 13, they will have battled awe-inspiring 36-nautical miles and five ocean crossings. More than 150 race crew from diverse walks of life, all age groups and more than 40 nations will be arriving […]
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| The acrobatic goal by Bermuda’s Dante Leverock in last night’s match against Guyana has been highlighted by FIFA via Twitter to their more than 15 million followers, with FIFA suggesting that the spectacular goal could be a contender for the FIFA Puskás Award, which is given to the most aesthetically significant goal. FIFA’s tweet said,, “A #Puskas […]
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| Asia Atienza, Sophia Marsh and Zahra Wilson have been selected for this year’s Chubb Select Internship Program. A spokesperson said, “Chubb announced three interns who will participate in this year’s, Chubb Select Internship Program. Chubb Select is a well established insurance internship program aimed at talented Bermudian university students considering a career in the international […]
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| Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] and Bermuda Blood Donor Centre thanked the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, for the second year running providing two prizes to recognise the blood and apheresis donors in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The prizes are a stay at the hotel, and a champagne brunch, which will be offered as raffle prizes […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Reggie Lambe became Bermuda’s most capped player last night in their 2-1 defeat away to Guyana in the Concacaf Nations League. Lambe made his 44th appearance for his country, surpassing Damon Ming’s record. Ming, who at the age of 43 still turns out for Premier Division side Somerset Trojans, played for Bermuda […]
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| Jewel Bank has received approval from the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] for its combined full bank license and digital asset business [DABA] license. The company said, “Jewel Bank is Bermuda’s first new bank in over twenty years and first digital asset bank. Jewel’s services address the core banking, payments, and settlement needs of many of […]
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| Micah Lambert and Bridget Marshall, were back in action at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando, Florida. Marshall was the first of the local players to get on the court, and she got off to a roaring start playing Angela Dohrn, where she dominated the match-winning 6-1. Then Lambert took to the court […]
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| Aquarian Holdings and Somerset Reinsurance have signed a definitive agreement for Aquarian to acquire a controlling interest in Somerset Re, a leading provider of reinsurance solutions to the U.S. life insurance and annuity market. A spokesperson said, “In addition, the transaction will provide Somerset Re with a substantial amount of immediate and committed new capital […]
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| The MTM Open Championships got underway at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts with Women’s Division matches, Elite B Division and B Division matches taking to the court. Two of the matches on the opening night needed a third set tie-breaker to determine a winner. In an Elite B Division match, Jadon Spriggs defeated Ethan Anderson […]
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| There is “currently a delay in the processing of registration payments for all boats, moorings, pylons, and floating docks,” so the Department of Marine & Ports has extended the registration expiration date to July 1st. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine & Ports Services advises that due to unforeseen internal technical issues caused […]
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| Jillian Terceira competed in the Azelhof International Horse Jumping event in Belgium. Competing in the 1.40m CSI2* Table A in 2 Phases Special Class, Terceira and Mia Volo VD Molendreef finished 18th, the pair clocked a clear first phase, and they then recorded a time 28.55 in the second phase, but they had 4 penalty […]
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| This lone Bermuda Football Association Women’s League match at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence Field saw the Footy Queens battle the St. George’s Lady Colts. The Footy Queens came away with an 8 – 1 win, after leading 3 – 0 at the break. Leilani Nesbeth gave the Footy Queens the lead in the […]
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| Bacardi has partnered with the Beyond Plastic Bermuda campaign, a joint collaboration between Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], to educate the local community about the dangers of plastic pollution and encourage actions to reduce single-use plastic on the island. A spokesperson said, “Family-owned Bacardi Limited continues its fight to eliminate […]
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| Bermudian singer-songwriter Heather Nova has announced the upcoming dates for her acoustic tour. Ms Nova will tour across 12 countries and has 40 concerts, running from October 4 to November 20. “So excited to finally be hitting the road again in October, and can’t wait to see you out there. Essen and Cologne already sold […]
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| The month of June is internationally recognized as Pride Month, and the latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the iconic Bermuda longtail with a ‘flying with pride’ rainbow theme. The design is is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use […]
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| Approximately 50 ‘environmental stewards’ will be spread throughout the fleet of the upcoming Bermuda Newport Race, collectively forming the Green Team, “which will help oversee the race’s sustainability goals while racing to Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee has made sustainability a focal point of the biennial race. The past three editions […]
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| June 7 saw 2,427 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $75,297.00 BD. 2,427 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 3.3% at $31.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,242.07, up 2.45% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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| Mikaela Pearman launched Mikaela Ian PR at the end of April and offers “bespoke communications services along with media and video coaching to help clients expand their impact and income by garnering media attention and exposure.” Ms Pearman has over 15 years of media, communications and marketing experience. She began her career as a journalist […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 7] include acting appointments, boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered, notice of intended marriage and notice of intended domestic partnership. Deputy Governor Mrs. Pearl Joseph Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0586/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 07 June […]
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| The House of Assembly was in session on Friday [June 3] and during the Motion to Adjourn [MTA] seven MPs spoke on topics including, but not limited to, the Travel Authorization form, education, tourism and more. You can listen to audio below posted in the order they spoke, which included Opposition Leader Cole Simons, Minister […]
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| Open Mic Bermuda is getting set to present “Sankofa Realized” on Saturday [June 11]. A spokesperson said, “The next installment of the critically acclaimed Open Mic Bermuda sessions at The Griot Bookstore and Culture Center will go down this weekend. The not-to-be-missed open mic and live performance event will be called ‘Sankofa Realized,’ and a […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] The Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Society [BMDS], operating since 1945, is described on its Facebook page as “a magnet to those who enjoy music & drama. Whether as performers, technicians, or an audience members have found BMDS to be the home of amateur theatre in Bermuda.” It is centrally located at “Daylesford”, […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [June 8], and the only statement listed on the Order Paper is Bermuda College Graduates Class of 2022, and Bills due for their first reading include the Land Valuation and Tax Amendment Act 2022 and the Electricity Amendment Act 2022. The live audio will start […]
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| Wednesday, June 8 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, 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 SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset will be at […]
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| [Updated] The Bermuda Football Team is matching up against Guyana today [June 7] as part of the Concacaf Nations League, and we cannot add the video on our website, however is being live streamed here on the Concacaf YouTube channel and here on Facebook. Bermuda’s starting line up Update: As of half-time, Guyana hold a […]
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| Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited announced that Matthew Grigg will “shortly join its corporate practice as partner – the second partner hire for the corporate team in the past year as it continues to expand and broaden its capabilities and offering.” A spokesperson said, “Matthew joins Carey Olsen after 25 years with Clifford Chance LLP in […]
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