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| The Bermuda Business Development Agency’s [BDA] New York City executive forum will be held tomorrow [May 11], with a limited number of spaces still available for the event. A spokesperson said, “A limited number of spaces are still available for the Bermuda Business Development Agency’s New York City executive forum being held tomorrow at One […]
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| [Updating] The police are holding a press conference, where they have confirmed that there was a shooting in the area of Divots at Belmont. We will have additional information later on and the live video is below. Update: The police confirmed that no one was injured. They said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that […]
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| Two more superyachts recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the Kiss, and the rather aptly named St David both seen in the east end. The YachtCharterFleet website said, “The 60m/196’10″ ‘St David’ [ex. Xanadu] motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Benetti is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This yacht features interior […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] The City of Hamilton set the template with its Spring into the Arts shotgun highlights of programmes that have excited promoters and enticed the lethargic public with spoons of honey, ignited energy, and lots of activity. Life has returned and so much more is on the horizon. Here are just three […]
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| Outgoing Hamilton Rotary Interact Club President Emma Roberts has provided the club’s end of year report. Ms. Roberts said, “As I leave my post as President of the 2021-2022 Hamilton Rotary Interact Club, I wanted to take this moment to summarize all the wonderful achievements our club has made this past year. “In September of […]
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| The Heritage Day Junior Classic Road Race — for ages 8-15 – will be held on Bermuda Day, which will be celebrated on Friday, May 27th, with some of the island’s top young runners set to be in action. The event sign up page said, “Sanctioned by the Bermuda National Athletic Association, organized by The […]
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| Alex Marshall has launched Whip, which is described as an e-scooter rideshare for the people “looking for an affordable, convenient, and fun way to get around.” The launch announcement said, “In the era where technology is advancing day by day it has become essential to get the services that can help people move around with […]
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| Camiko Smith competed in a 122nd United States Open Championship Qualifier. Taking to the Golf Club at Oxford Greens in Connecticut, the field of 65 golfers competed for four spots, in a cold and breezy 25 knots wind. Smith shot a round of 11-over par 83; his round consisted of 10 pars, 6 bogeys, 1 […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Brianna Ray, Cameron Jeffers, and Amari Ebbin were recently in action for their respective teams. Brianna Ray Brianna Ray and her Lancashire Women’s teammates went down by 8 wickets in their ECB Women’s County Championship Twenty20 Group 1 match against North East Warriors. North East won the toss and elected to field, Lancashire […]
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| The first Bermuda Lorient – Pure Ocean Challenge, is underway with the attempted record breaking crossing expected to take under 13 days. A spokesperson said, “The boat left from St George’s, Bermuda, on the 3000nm crossing, passing the starting line at 21h48 BST on Friday 6th May. “The time to beat for the crossing, of […]
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| Natasha Bryant has joined the Australia SailGP Team for Season Three of the competition as part of the Women’s Pathway Programme [WPP]. Bryant, 21, from Sydney, will race for the first time at the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess on May 14 and 15. The programme aims to accelerate the training and […]
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| Tanisha Butler earns ‘Mother of Year’ award, two vehicle collision in Smith’s Parish, police investigating attempted shooting, BMA appoints Ricardo Garcia as Managing Director, CNN features Bermudian Kaelyn Kastle, SailGP teams practice in Bermuda, SailGP: Inspire careers & racing candidates, bid on Endeavour & SailGP Inspire fundraiser, Minister Ernest Peets meets with Bermuda’s Carifta teams, Whip […]
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| Francis Patton Primary School will host a Glow in the Dark party at Fryday’s Trampoline Park in Dockyard on Friday [May 13]. Prices for the party, which runs from 5 to 9 pm, are $15 for one hour, $20 for one-and-half hours, and $24 for two hours. For more information, call 478-3303 or email PTATreasurer277@gmail.com. […]
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| The Bermuda Basketball Association has been able to partner with FEDOMBAL [Dominican Republic Basketball Federation] for 4 Development Games in Santo Domingo, and the games are being used by the BBA to allow younger players to compete at the next level. Bermuda Players Selected for the trip Adam McDonald Jorel Smith Samuel Darrell Chris Crumpler Kieron […]
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| The Bermuda Netball Association is set to launch a Summer League including three divisions. The league, which is open to over-40s, co-ed and female players, starts on May 31. Team registration is $300, player registration is $30, while current members can sign-up for free. To register, email bdanetball@hotmail.com. The deadline is May 17. Related Stories […]
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| White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell NSM Insurance Group to investment funds affiliated with global investment firm Carlyle. “The transaction values NSM at $1.775 billion,” the company said. “White Mountains expects the transaction will result in a gain of approximately $280 to its adjusted book value […]
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| May 9 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,376.84, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 64 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories LOM Company Shares Purchased By Director BSX Reports Record ILS Listings In 2021 […]
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| Tuesday, May 10 is expected to see variable cloud with a few showers, mainly morning, 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 south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 6.24am […]
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| Privacy Commissioner Alexander White was invited to speak to the Global Cross Border Privacy Rules Forum about the “benefits and potential for Bermuda and other countries to participate in the data transfer system.” A spokesperson said, “Some of the most critical questions about the modern digital economy relate to how personal information is to be […]
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| The Bermuda National Trust has invited the public to visit the Verdmont Museum and Gardens for a “Free Open House” in celebration of Heritage Month. The theme of Heritage Month is “Togetherness” in reflection of how the community came together during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Verdmont Museum and Gardens on Collector’s Hill in Smiths will […]
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| The World Triathlon organisation highlighted their 2022 event calendar, stating that Bermuda will host a race in November of this year, and noting that “the tropical paradise went triathlon crazy” and “collectively lost it” when Dame Flora Duffy won Bermuda’s first ever Olympic gold medal. The Triathlon website said, “We begin the 2022 World Triathlon […]
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| Steven Smith, Anthony Smith, Maddie Durkin, Kelise Wade, and Zachary Moniz all won their Divisions in the BDA Junior Cycling Individual Time Trial. The course saw the adult competitors start on North Shore Road, Pembroke, East of Black Watch Pass, to roundabout at Swizzle Inn, in St. George’s returning on North Shore Road to start/finish […]
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| The police are investigating an attempted shooting which occurred last night [May 8] near the junction of Court Street and Elliott Street, with the ”suspect attempting to discharge the weapon when it jammed.” A police spokesperson said, “Police are investigating an attempted shooting which occurred shortly after 11:00 p.m. on Sunday May 8th 2022. “Police at […]
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| Tanisha Butler has earned ‘Mother of the Year’ honours in the Continental Society of Bermuda essay competition, earning high praise from her daughter Tjaia Butler for working and putting herself through school to be a lawyer, while always being an exceptional mother. Tjaia Butler’s essay read, “If you think your mother should be mother of the year […]
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| The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] advised that the Bermuda Job Board Website [bermudajobboard.bm] is temporarily down. “Technicians are working to restore the site, and the public will be advised when it is operational. The DWD apologises for any inconvenience this may cause,” a Government spokesperson said.“ Related Stories Online Government Services Interruption Tonight Overnight Online […]
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| The Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess will take place from May 14- 15 in Bermuda, and the international teams are practicing on our waters, with their high tech foiling F50 catamarans capable of speeds in the region of 100kph. The BTA previously noted that “SailGP is one of the world’s fastest growing racing properties […]
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| Registration is now open for the 32nd annual Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon, which will be held on Saturday, June 18 at Clearwater Beach in St. David’s. The Junior Triathlon [Ages 7 – 15] “Children ages 7-15 swim, bike and run to the finish line. This competition is open to all children, but veteran youth triathletes […]
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| Bermudian recording artist Kaelyn Kastle has been featured in a CNN article and video about young Black influencers in Atlanta. Kastle has joined nine other young creators at the “Collab Crib”, which CNN describes as “one of the nation’s only content houses for all-Black influencers.” CNN reports, “Kastle, the self-described house mom, floats around calling […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority’s [BMA] announced that Ricardo Garcia has recently been appointed Managing Director of the Authority. A spokesperson said, “The Managing Director position encompasses several responsibilities. Mr. Garcia will be responsible for the Authority’s supervision of insurance, banking, trust, corporate services, investment and money service business regulated entities, including micro and macro-prudential supervision […]
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| Endeavour has partnered with SailGP Inspire for an online fundraiser to benefit Bermuda’s youth with local youth sailing scholarships and international work experience with SailGP during Season 3, with bidding set to end at 5.00pm today [May 9]. A spokesperson said, “Win behind the scenes experiences with some of the best sailors in the world. Bidding […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s Women’s League got underway on Friday at the BFA field, with PHC taking on YMSC, followed by Footy Queens vs Dandy Stars, with PHC Lady Zebras and Footy Queens claiming the wins. Chair of the Women’s Committee Charryse Bean previously said, “The Women’s Committee is excited to start back up the […]
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| Caitlyn Bobb had an exceptional showing at the America East Championships, winning multiple medals, breaking multiple records and winning three awards. Bobb competes for the University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] and their report said, “UMBC women’s track and field finished third at the America East Championships, their best finish since they were third back […]
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| Bermuda’s golf team made an excellent showing to win the 42nd annual Kitty Michael Golf International Invitational Championships in Florida. The Bermuda team of Katrin Burnie – Captain, Linda Down – Vice Captain, Tracy Burgess, Liz Carpio, Maria Harris, Valerie Nearon, Elaine Parker-Frost, Katyna Rabain, Cindy Ratzlaff, Lesley Wollmann won the Gross Division by 1 […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Kamau Leverock, Dennico Hollis, Dominic Sabir, Cameron Jeffers & Amari Ebbin were recently in action for their respective teams. Kamau Leverock Kamua Leverock and his Rode Park & Lawton Cricket Club went down by 6 wickets to Wedgwood Cricket Club. Batting first Rode Park scored 99/9 in their allotted 40 overs, Leverock went for 3. […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 9] with the list indicating that there is one bus run cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: 21 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 16 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 29 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 30 Bus Runs Cancelled […]
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| Speaker of the House of Assembly Dennis Lister represented Bermuda at the Commons and Overseas Territories Conference in London. “The conference which took place from May 4 – 6, was hosted by the UK House of Commons Speaker, Sir Lindsay Hoyle. Sir Lindsay Hoyle with British Overseas Territories Speakers “On Wednesday [May 4] Sir Lindsay […]
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| Island soldiers today jetted off for a two week overseas exercise at a United States Marine Corps base. About 140 Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers will be joined by 10 Marines from the new Turks & Caicos Islands Regiment, who have already undergone a week’s training at Warwick Camp, for the trip to Camp Lejeune in […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Keziah Martin scored in Kidderminster Harriers’ 1-0 win at home to Darlington in the final game of the regular National League North season yesterday [Saturday]. The Bermudian midfielder netted in the 53rd minute with a deflected shot after a pullback from defender Geraldo Bajrami. Kidderminster finished fourth in the table and will […]
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| The Bermuda Open Volleyball Women’s & Development Divisions tournament got underway inside the Warwick Academy Gymnasium. In the Women’s Division, the Women’s National Team Two finished on top of the table with a record of 5 & 0, the Women’s National Team One finished second with a record of 4 & 1, with Paradise Hitters […]
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| Monday, May 9 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6:25am and sunset will be at 8:05pm. High […]
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| The CEO of Switzerland’s SailGP Team has highlighted the team’s decision to select five women to race alongside the core team in Season 3, which will get underway in Bermuda later this month. Combining competitive racing backgrounds, with both Olympic and foiling experience, sisters Elodie and Lauren Mettraux, Maja Siegenthaler, Maud Janet and Nathalie Brugger […]
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| Kaden Hopkins began competing in the Bidasoa Itzulia 2022 Vuelta a Bidasoa in Spain. Stage one saw the competitors compete over a distance of 104.2 km Hopkins crossed the line 77th with a time of 2:25.40, finishing 2:53 behind the stage winner Alejandro Franco. In stage two, Hopkins finished 3:34 behind the second stage winner […]
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| The latest installment of Bernews’ series of ‘Virtual Shows’ features flowers from across the island, providing a ‘virtual flower bouquet’ in honour of Mother’s Day. This marks the third in a series of ‘Virtual Art Shows’ by Bernews highlighting some of the island’s many skilled photographers and artists, as well as our own images and designs. […]
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| News that Bermuda is celebrating Mother’s Day, an art fundraiser raised $250,000 for WindReach, Irena Ashton was named Nurse of the Year, Jahzuena Bradshaw-Douglas received All-KCAC honors, and Hamilton Princess donated $4,000 to Women’s Resource Centre were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Government presented $25,000 […]
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| White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. reported book value per share of $1,183 and adjusted book value per share of $1,204 as of March 31, 2022. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share both increased 1% in the first quarter of 2022. Manning Rountree, CEO, commented, “We had a good first quarter, with ABVPS up 1%. Rising interest rates […]
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| The latest installment of Bernews’ series of ‘Virtual Shows’ features flowers from across the island, providing a ‘virtual flower bouquet’ in honour of Mother’s Day. This marks the third in a series of ‘Virtual Art Shows’ by Bernews highlighting some of the island’s many skilled photographers and artists, as well as our own images and designs. […]
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| The City of Hamilton held their ‘Spring into the City’ grand finale this afternoon [May 7] at Victoria Park. A spokesperson previously said, “Local band Aimee & Davy will keep the energy flowing as they play under the park’s iconic bandstand [which will be adorned with locally sourced flowers courtesy of the Garden Club of […]
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| The Convex End-to-End took place today [May 7] marking the 35th time the annual event has been held. The full End-to-End event is 24.1 miles and the Middle-to-End which is 14 miles. Anne Mello, Bermuda End-to-End board chair, previously said: “It’s about coming together, the community spirit and raising funds for our three selected charities […]
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| Sunday, May 8 is expected to be cloudy, risk of showers/rain, chance of thunder overnight, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 88%. Sunrise will be at 6.26am […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s Women’s League got underway yesterday [May 6] at the BFA field, with PHC taking on YMSC, followed by Footy Queens vs Dandy Stars. Chair of the Women’s Committee Charryse Bean previously said, “The Women’s Committee is excited to start back up the Women’s Football League. We strategically planned for this to happen […]
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