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| Bermuda College is holding a graduation ceremony this afternoon [May 19], with 93 graduates receiving associate degrees, diplomas or certificates under the big tent on the College’s athletic field, marking the first time that the annual Commencement ceremony will be held in person since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. Live video below: […]
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| The Save Soil Women’s Bowl Tennis Tournament got underway at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. One of the matches on the night needed three sets to decide a winner as Victoria Stephens defeated Kumani Jackson 6-4, 2-6, 6-2, while Morgan Lightbourne defeated Nadhira Durham 6-0, 6-1. Jacky Lambert defeated Carika Weldon in straight sets 6-0, […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian dressage rider Robin Stempel has set her sights on qualifying for the North American Junior Young Rider Championships next year. Stempel, riding Rossano Royale 2, was in impressive form at the Raleigh Spring Dressage Show at the North Carolina Fairgrounds last weekend. Competing in the Federation Equestre Internationale Young Riders – […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd announces Chairman and CEO Siddhartha Sankaran has resigned from the Company to “pursue other opportunities.” A spokesperson said, “The Board has named Daniel Malloy as Interim Chief Executive Officer while the Board initiates a search for a permanent successor, and current Director Sharon Ludlow as Interim Chair of the Board of Directors. Both of these appointments are effective […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome says he has embraced a tunnel vision mindset in his Las Vegas training camp while preparing for his upcoming fight against Jamaican Kevin Hylton. Bascome has spent the past month sharpening his tools under the tutelage of Jeff Mayweather, the uncle of Floyd, the five-division unbeaten world champion. The Bermudian […]
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| The Transformational Living Centre [TLC] is offering its thanks to Freisenbruch-Meyer for the company’s financial donations and volunteer work. A spokesperson said, “The Transformational Living Centre is a purpose-built housing facility that seeks to address the growing problem of homelessness among families with children in Bermuda. “It is more than just a home. In addition […]
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| The Bermuda Referee Association’s End of Year Awards were presented by the Bermuda Football Association Referees Committee. The Bermuda Football Association President Mark Wade was on hand to present awards. Award Winners Referee of the Year – Dwight Jackson Assistant Referees of the Year – Amaury Majors and Clinton Hayward Young Referee of the Year […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Amari Ebbin, Cameron Jeffers, and Dennico Hollis were recently in action for their respective teams. Amari Ebbin Amari Ebbin and his University of South Wales teammates went down by 111 runs against the University of Gloucestershire. South Wales won the toss and sent Gloucestershire to bat, they bowled them out for 190 In […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Jache Adams] All of Bermuda, regardless of political orientation, should be encouraged by the news that rating agency Standard & Poor’s [S&P] has reaffirmed Bermuda’s: A+ Sovereign Credit Rating A-1 short term rating AA+ transfer and convertibility assessment and, Maintained Bermuda’s Credit Rating outlook as “stable” Often, the work of […]
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| Registration is now open for the Bermuda Cricket Board’s 2022 Howzat! Action Cricket Camp for girls and boys age 7 – 13 which will be held from July 4 to 22, 2022. A spokesperson said, “Registration for the Bermuda Cricket Board’s 2022 Howzat! Action Cricket Camp is now open! Players can sign up through the BCB’s […]
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| Junior triathlete Nick Pilgrim put in a strong performance to finish 10th in the 2022 Americas Triathlon Junior Central American and Caribbean Championships, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, finishing in a time of 1:01:12. The race took place in hot, humid and windy conditions with the ocean swim taking place in the waters of the Playa Blanca […]
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| Bermuda track and field athletes Inshan-Nae Smith and Nathan Armstrong recently represented their universities at outdoor championships. Inshan-Nae Smith Inshan-Nae Smith and her Livingstone University women’s track and field teammates competed at the 2022 CIAA Outdoor Track and Field Championship. Smith was a member of the school’s women’s 4x100m relay team that finished 4th clocking […]
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| [Updated] The Senate today [May 18] passed the Fairmont Southampton Hotel Act 2022, with the passage following after a procedural delay which saw the normal morning session adjourned, with the debate starting in the afternoon. The delay was apparently caused as OBA Senators wanted to table amendments to the legislation, so the session was adjourned […]
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| Xtreme Sports Ltd Fun Zone, will host a Family Movie Night series starting next month saying they “hope to bring families together to bond and to also enjoy each other’s company.” A spokesperson said, “This movie series falls in line with the overall vision of Fun Zone, to be a premier event venue for family entertainment. […]
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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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| Thursday, May 19 is expected to be mostly sunny, 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 WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 6.18am and sunset will be at 8.12pm. […]
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| MEF Ltd — otherwise known as The Little Venice Group — today presented a cheque for $10,000 to the Bermuda Red Cross for their Ukrainian Relief Fund. A spokesperson said, “A variety of fundraising initiatives were held by the group including a ‘Taste of Ukraine’ Brunch at Fourways where a percentage of sales were donated […]
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| This Friday [May 20], the Department of Culture will host a special Heritage Month edition of Creatives Live! featuring a trio of singers; Toni Robinson, Sheila Smith, and Samantha Smith. A Government spokesperson said, “Happening on the City Hall steps, this extended version of the popular open air concert series will take place from 12.30 pm […]
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| The Seven Seas Navigator cruise ship is in Hamilton today [May 18], making the first of what is currently scheduled to be three calls for this year. According to the 2022 Bermuda Cruise Ship Schedule [PDF], the 170 meter long Regent brand cruise ship – which has been visiting the island for years stopping in both Hamilton […]
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| After three rounds in the inaugural Moon Gate Tour golf season, Nick Jones leads the Order of Merit. Jones has 33 points, he leads second-place amateur Damian Palanyandi by one point. Currently in 3rd is Dwayne Pearman with 28.5 points, while Will Haddrell is in 4th with 23.0 points. Scott Roy is in 5th with 17.7 […]
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| This Friday you can enjoy a nice meal while supporting a good cause, as the “Family Affair Fish Fry Fundraiser” event will be held at the Thyme Restaurant in support of Family Centre and Focus Counselling Services, with both dine in and take out options available. The event page said, “It’s a Family Affair at […]
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| Minister of Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert and Bermuda Hospitals Board Clinical Director of Intellectual Disabilities Morrisa Rogers held a press conference today [May 18] to announce the start of a consultation on a National Plan for People with Intellectual Disabilities and their families. Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert Minister Furbert said, […]
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| Bermuda HealthCare Services donated $1,000 to the family of Oscar and Jove Mascarinas, who sadly died as a result of a explosion earlier this month in Southampton. Executive Chairman of BHCS Dr. Ewart Brown said, “When we heard about the tragic accident that claimed the lives of Oscar and Jove Mascarinas, we wanted to assist […]
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| Ki-Juan Minors concluded competing in the 2022 Wellington International Equestrian Federation’s ESP Spring 35 Horse Jumping event in Florida. Minors, riding Wiser Now, were in the United States Hunter Jumper Association [USHJA] Classes. Minors and Wiser Now finished second competing in the USHJA Hunter 2′/2’6″ Class 233, and finished 3rd competing in the USHJA Hunter 2′/2’6″ […]
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| Engineering company iEPC announced Carmen Trott has been promoted to Principal Engineer, which “will bestow upon her the responsibility of managing the entire team of engineers at the Company.” Carmen Trott said, “I am thrilled by the promotion and recognition of many years of hard work. This feels like the natural next step for me. […]
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| The Washington Post has featured Bermuda’s African Diaspora Heritage Trail in an article titled “Bermuda trail brings island’s Black heritage to the fore.” The Washington Post website said, “It was a blistering hot day in June 1730 when the enslaved woman Sally Bassett was burned at the stake at the foot of Crow Lane in […]
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| Nicholas Narraway continued competing in the Tour of the Gila in the U.S, with the second stage contested on a 76.2-mile course with everything from rollers to steep ascents and descents to a flat sprint, which provided plenty of opportunities for teams to execute their game plans, and the action started shortly after the flag […]
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| The City announced that they “will open Front Street to eastbound traffic between 4.30pm and 6.00pm only” saying it should “ease congestion for traffic exiting the City during the post-work rush hour.” A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is advising members of the public that, due to public response regarding the current Front Street […]
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| “We are actively working with departments and agencies across government, with industry, and Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories to enforce sanctions against Russia,” the Parliamentary Under-Secretary for the British Department for Transport said. The UK joins numerous other allies around the world such as the US, Canada, Switzerland and the EU in imposing the sweeping […]
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| Starr Insurance Companies announced an agreement with FPG Insurance Holdings Limited and local Thai shareholders to purchase FPG Insurance Public Company Limited [FPG Thailand], a Thai non-life insurance company, together with local Thai parties. The company said, “Starr’s investment will be held by its Bermuda insurance company, Starr Insurance & Reinsurance Limited. The transaction is […]
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| The drivers of SailGP’s nine-strong F50 fleet have reflected on their performances in the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess, which kicked off the league’s third season on May 14-15. The event, which comprised five fleet races and a Grand Final, saw defending champions Australia sweep to victory while Ben Ainslie’s Great Britain […]
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| 93 Bermuda College students will graduate on Thursday [May 19] receiving their associate degrees, diplomas or certificates under the big tent on the College’s athletic field, marking the first time that the annual Commencement ceremony will be held in person since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. Nearly half of the Class of 2022 […]
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| [Opinion column written by PLP MP Anthony Richardson] The unanimous passage of the Fairmont Southampton Hotel Act 2022 on May 6, 2022 represents a clarion call to all Bermuda residents to ‘Get Ready’! Bermuda is now one step closer to seeing the iconic Fairmont Southampton reopen its doors. The passage of the historic Act is […]
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| ‘Bikes Up, Guns Down’ will be the message throughout a community day at Southampton Rangers Sports Club on Saturday [May 21]. The ‘Bikes Up, Guns Down’ event, organised by the Give Back Foundation, hopes to help curb the growing incidents of violence on the island while also promoting the positive impact of motocross. A selection […]
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| The Government recently advised the public to take “care and caution while in or near the ocean given the increased presence of the Portuguese Man of War,” and one beach in Devonshire is a prime example of this, with dozens of them washed up on the shoreline. While tip toeing carefully around the beach area, wearing […]
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| A event titled ‘Be The Change’ – aimed at men and teenage boys – is set to be held at the National Sports Centre’s north field on Saturday [May 21] from 5.00pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “A rally cry for adult men and teenage boys is being raised by the organizers of a free […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service said they are “seeking the public’s assistance in locating 52-year-old Jason Liburd.” A spokesperson said, “Mr. Liburd, a Bermudian national, is described as dark skinned, medium built, weighing about 150 lbs, approximately 5’ 5” in height, with black hair worn in a close cut. “He was last seen on Rambling Lane, […]
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| “There may be delays in garbage collection over the next two to three days due to a shortage of operational waste collection trucks,” the Ministry of Public Works said this evening [May 17]. A spokesperson said, “The delays are a direct result of the challenges with securing critical parts due to supply chain issues and […]
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| The Tax Justice Network’s Financial Secrecy Index 2022 was published today, with Bermuda ranked in 49th, and the organisation ranking the United States in first, with their statement saying “the US now fuels more global financial secrecy than Switzerland, Cayman and Bermuda combined. ” The organisation said, “The US has climbed to the top of […]
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| The latest installment of Bernews’ series of ‘Virtual Shows’ features a look at some of the images captured during the 2022 SailGP event in Bermuda, including both the professional racing and the Bermudian youth sailors in the SailGP Inspire programme. Presented by Hamilton Princess, the event saw a nine-strong fleet take part, with Great Britain, […]
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| The roots of the Bermudian dialect will be explored in a virtual talk hosted by the Bermuda National Trust on Thursday [May 19]. The talk is entitled ‘Did you say that: How dialects influence our identity’ and will be delivered by Britanni Cann-Fubler. It will examine how accents and dialects impact society and the individual. […]
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| Somerset Pharmacy is now offering Covid vaccinations, with appointments available at the west end location on Tuesdays. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, May 17th, Somerset Pharmacy became the first pharmacy in Bermuda to offer Covid vaccinations. For now, Somerset Pharmacy is offering vaccinations on Tuesdays from 9:30-3:30pm by appointment. Appointments are required because there are […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd announced that Daniel S. Loeb, its largest individual shareholder, will join the Board of Directors. “We are delighted that Dan is joining the Board at this time as the Company continues to focus on serving our clients as a specialized global insurer and reinsurer,” said Sharon Ludlow, Chair of the SiriusPoint Board of Directors. […]
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| Dame Flora Duffy recently raced to a third place finish at the World Triathlon Championship Series in Yokohama, Japan, completing the Olympic-distance event — her first race of the year — in 1hr 51min 55sec. “It’s nice to be back, and I am happy with my race. I have a lot to work on and […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 17] include acting appointments, jurors selection and striking off. Auditor General Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0523/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 17 May 2022 Government Notice No.______ Acting Appointment Auditor General The Governor is pleased to appoint Tracey […]
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| Wednesday, May 18 is expected to see early cloud & a shower or two around, afternoon brightening, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 88%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [May 18] and the Fairmont Southampton Hotel Act 2022 — which has already passed in the House of Assembly — is due for its second reading, and there are also three announcements scheduled related to the Fairmont Southampton, including the ‘Property Site Plan’, ‘Renovation Scope […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] will be holding its End of Season Youth Awards Ceremony for the 2021/22 Appleby Youth Leagues and All Girls’ Leagues on Sunday [May 22], which will be the first ever BFA awards ceremony for Youth and Girls leagues. A spokesperson said, “The Ceremony will take place at CedarBridge and begin […]
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| Atlantic Publishing House will be hosting the Crystal Butterfly Literary Awards on Sunday, June 5th. A spokesperson said, “Atlantic Publishing House is Proud to Present The Second Crystal Butterfly Literary Awards Exclusively for Women Authors. The First Crystal Butterfly Literary Awards was launched in 2019. “This year we have selected the following authors for their […]
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| [Opinion column written by Dr. Lucie Fremlova] The 17th May is the International Day Against Homophobia, Lesbophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. It has been celebrated annually since 1990. The day itself, 17th May, was chosen to commemorate the decision to remove homosexuality from the International Classification of Diseases of the World Health Organisation in 1990. Yet, […]
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