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| The 2021 Ag Show will be a virtual event, set to be broadcast on Friday, April 23rd, the organisers have announced. A spokesperson said, “The 2021 Bermuda Agricultural Exhibition will continue this spring with its first-ever virtual event, to be broadcast on Friday, April 23rd, 2021. “The virtual exhibition will showcase many of the usual […]
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| The Court has dismissed an appeal from an American doctor who appealed against the decision of Bermuda Medical Council [BMC] to refuse his application for registration as a medical practitioner. Dr. Asad Qamar — a U.S. citizen who resides and practices as a cardiologist in Florida — applied to the Bermuda Medical Council [BMC] to […]
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| Open Airways has released its 2020 Year in Review report, detailing some of their work over the course of the past year. “We are very grateful to all who have been involved with us – including patients, health professionals and donors – without whose support none of our work would be possible,” the organisation said. […]
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| Having the Bermuda Day events happen in the manner in which we’re used to is “unrealistic” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr Ernest Peets said, adding that we should think about the whole festivity of Bermuda Day in a “reimagined way.” The 2020 Bermuda Day parade and half marathon was cancelled last year due to […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA Senator Robin Tucker] Recently there has been discussion in the media around the PLP’s surprising decision to relocate the Department of Child and Family Services [DCFS] from offices on Victoria Street, where annually DCFS was paying less than $300,000 in rent, to offices in 131 Front Street, a building owned […]
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| Monday, February 22 is expected to be mostly cloudy, with the high to be near 16°C/61°F and the low to be near 14°C/57°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at 6:55am and sunset will be at 6:10pm. […]
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| The Botanical Gardens will be closed to the public on Monday [Feb 22] from 3:00pm to 5:00pm so that pest control measures can be carried out. A spokesperson said, “The Department of Parks wishes to advise the public that the Botanical Gardens will be closed to the public on Monday, 22 February, from 3:00 pm […]
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| The Bermuda National Athletics Association hosted their second Carifta Trial Meet at the National Sports Center. Nirobi Smith-Mills missed out on the Carifta Standard qualifying time by four seconds on his way to winning the Under 20 Men 800 Meter Run clocking 1:59.96, Jaiden Furbert-Jacobs was second in 2:04.78, and Kahzi Sealey finished third with […]
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| Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore — who competes for the University of Northern Colorado — won two medals on the final night of the Western Athletic Conference [WAC] Championships in Utah this weekend. Moore, who already won the gold medal in the 50 freestyle, won the gold in the 100 freestyle and then anchored a dramatic […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Justin Donawa, Jonte Smith, and Ajani Burchall were in action in England. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells came off the bench in the 69th minute, as Bristol City were defeated 1-0 by Barnsley. Justin Donawa Justin Donawa came off the bench in the second half and he and his […]
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| Daniel Augustus started playing in the APGA Tour Black History Month Classic on the PGA GC – Dye Course in Port St Lucie, Florida. At the end of the first round, the Bermudian golfer is T23rd after shooting 5-over par 77, with his round consisting of 2 birdies, 12 pars, 1 bogey, and 3 double […]
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| Cody Rego competed in the 2021 World Equestrian Federation’s 6 United States Hunter/Jumper Association [USHJA] / World Championship Hunter Rider [WCHR] Spectacular CSI 3* Horse Jumping event in Wellington, Florida. Rego, riding Achtung Baby, finished 11th in the 1.30m Jumper [II2d] Class, finished 8th in the 1.30m Jumper [II2b] Class and then closed out with […]
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| The next batch of Covid-19 vaccines are scheduled to arrive in Bermuda in the first week of March, Governor Rena Lalgie said. Bermuda Received Two Shipments Last Month Bermuda’s first batch of 9,750 doses arrived on January 8th, and the second allotment of 19,500 doses arrived on January 29th. “The provision and transportation of these […]
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| The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] and Bermuda College will be hosting their second ECO Lunch & Learn presentation of the year with BE Solar Director of Development Stratton Hatfield to speak at the February 25 event. The event flyer says, “BEST and the Bermuda College are committed to providing a forum for learning; with […]
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| News that Special Olympics Bermuda launched a swim training program, Chatmore School announced its student leaders, Dr Quito Swan’s book Pauulu’s Diaspora: Black Internationalism and Environmental Justice was a finalist for the ASALH book prize, and Clarien Bank donated $2,500 to Action on Alzheimer’s & Dementia were all some of the positive news stories from […]
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| A virtual CPA Post-Election Seminar set to be held by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association [CPA] on February 22nd will feature members of ten Commonwealth Parliaments, including Bermuda. A statement from the organisation said, “A cohort of experienced international experts on parliamentary democracy will address Members of the Parliament of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Monday [Feb 22] and the Cannabis Licensing Act 2021 and Consideration of the draft Order entitled the “Public Health [COVID-19] Emergency Extension Order 2021 are both listed on the schedule. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Jackson On Parish Primary Schools Proposal […]
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| Sunday, February 21 is expected to see some sunny periods, chance of a few blustery showers, with the high to be near 17°C/62°F and the low to be near 12°C/54°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| An airplane operated by Longtail Aviation, a Bermuda based company, had an “inflight emergency” today [Feb 20] in the Netherlands. A spokesperson said, “An airplane operated by Longtail Aviation underwent an inflight emergency at about 1610 [local time] in The Netherlands. The aircraft, a Boeing 747-400 freighter with Bermuda registration VQ-BWT, was performing flight LGT-5504 […]
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| Bermudian swimmer Madelyn Moore broke the University of Northern Colorado school record in 100 yard backstroke while competing in the WAC Swimming Championships. “A day after winning the 50 free, Moore was back looking for another first-place medal in the 100 back. Breaking her school record, Moore hit the wall at 54.66, good enough for […]
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| “If Her Majesty’s representative in Bermuda does not give assent to something that has been passed lawfully and legally under this local government, this will destroy the relationship that we had with the United Kingdom,” Premier David Burt said, adding that he expects “the UK government will listen to the democratic voice of the people of […]
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| Kenny Leseur concluded competing in the IJGT Elite Series #1 Tournament at the Bishops Gate Golf and Lakeside Community Golf Course in Florida. Leseur shot a final-round 76, to finish T6th at 227. Leo Liu from China led from start to finish concluding on 213, Alejandro Fierro from Mexico finished in second at 216, and […]
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| Saltus Grammar School has launched a three-part virtual alumni workshop, called the ‘Saltus Alumni Career Webinar’ series, with the next event to be held on Tuesday [Feb 23]. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, 16th February 2021, the Department of Advancement at Saltus launched a three-part virtual alumni workshop, called the ‘Saltus Alumni Career Webinar’ series. […]
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| To celebrate the opening of their renovated flagship retail location on the corner of Front and Queen Streets, Gosling’s Limited has “entered into a pilot project with Canadian FinTech company Bidali to accept digital Bermuda Dollars for payments.” A spokesperson said, “With support from the Bermuda Government’s Office of Fintech and Penrose Partners, a Canadian […]
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| “A suggested solution may be to transfer high performing schools to a new and larger site and allow more students to enroll and not dilute the academic gains of a school’s success,” OBA MP Susan Jackson said. Ms Jackson said, “In the House of Assembly, the Minister of Education gave a comprehensive update on the […]
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| Social Justice Bermuda said they reiterate their call “for an end to compulsory collective worship” as the “collective worship found in Bermuda’s public school system is overtly Christian.” A spokesperson said, “On February 1st, 2021 Social Justice Bermuda issued a press statement calling for an end to collective worship in schools, as it is a breach of […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday February 20th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Thursday the Bermuda Islander container ship is scheduled to arrive. The NACC Alicudi cement carrier […]
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| Apex Group Ltd. announced the final close of the acquisition of GFin Corporate Services Ltd. following regulatory approval from the Financial Services Commission. “GFin is a Mauritius based and licensed Management Company, providing fund administration services to institutional clients. Its integration into the Group enhances Apex’s long-established presence in Mauritius, supporting the provision of an […]
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| February 19 saw 8,188 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $162,874.00 BD. 3,674 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down -0.8% at $33.00 per share, while another 17.00 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing up 9.7% at $17.00 per share. 2,914 shares were traded by Argus Group […]
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| [Updating] Members of Parliament are debating the Cannabis Licensing Act today [Feb 19] in the House of Assembly and you can tune in and listen live below. Speaking at this week’s press briefing, Premier Burt said, “This legislation is in keeping with the Government’s election platform pledge to develop a regulated domestic cannabis industry in […]
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| This weekend will see the passage of another cold front and the temperatures may drop down to the mid-to-low 50s, the Bermuda Weather Service has advised. The Bermuda Weather Service posted the image below on social media, and said, “This weekend will see the approach and passage of yet another cold front re-introducing cloud cover […]
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| The Ministry received 337 test results and none were positive for Covid-19, so the island currently has eight active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 337 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19. Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries. There are currently eight […]
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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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| The Government will be tabling amendments “to bring about important and overdue changes to the high cost of medications,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19]. “The largest out of pocket health spending for members in our community is on medication. Just looking at insurance claims, more than […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 19] include trademark application and cancellation of registration. Diamond Marine Insurance Company Limited Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN0170/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 19 February 2021 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation Of Registration Under […]
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| “By making residence purchasable like a cell phone or a car, we cheapen membership in our tight-knit community,” OBA MP Jarion Richardson said. His comments follow after Minister of Labour Jason Hayward announced plans for an Economic Investment Certificate, which “will require people who are granted the right to live in Bermuda to first make an economic investment […]
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| Butterfield & Vallis recently donated Nature Valley bars and Highland Spring water to the Bermuda College Vaccination Centre as a “thank you to the hard working men and women who are working long hours administering the Covid-19 vaccines.” Dr Brett Lefkowitz, Mrs. Kate Cabral [Butterfield & Vallis Food Service Sales Manager] and Dr. Sylvanus Nawab […]
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| Saturday, February 20 is expected to see early sunny periods, afternoon showers, and then rainy periods, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 19] with the list indicating that there are three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 3 runs cancelled this morning, 33 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The financial report highlights for 2019 show WEDCO assets of $141,118,706 and liabilities of $72,425,925.00, total revenues of $20,609,240 and expenses at $19,127,731 and the result was an annual surplus of $1,481,509, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. […]
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| The City of Hamilton’s Social Committee presented two cheques to assist charities today, with $3,000 going to Focus Counselling Services and $2,000 to Teen Haven. A spokesperson said, “Every year the City’s Social Committee makes a donation to charities located within the City from funds collected through the sale of raffle tickets at the City’s […]
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| Three new Honorary Fellows – one posthumously – were inducted into the Company of Honorary Fellows of Bermuda College yesterday evening [Feb 18]. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Craig Bridgewater, Dr. Janet Ferguson, and the family of the late Dr. Eva Hodgson, received distinctive stoles and their certificates from the Chair of the Company of Honorary […]
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| The proposal is to reduce the number of primary schools from 18 to 10 with a maximum class size of 15 students, and a decision has not been made yet and consultation is still underway, Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19] The Minister was providing an update on the Ministry […]
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| Are you a high school student with graphic design skills? If so the Ocean View Golf & Country Club is hosting a logo rebranding competition which is open to high school students, with the winner set to receive an iPad, a junior membership for one year at Ocean View and two complimentary golf lessons. The […]
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| [Updating] Members of Parliament are debating the Cannabis Licensing Act today [Feb 19] in the House of Assembly and you can tune in and listen live below. Speaking at this week’s press briefing, Premier Burt said, “This legislation is in keeping with the Government’s election platform pledge to develop a regulated domestic cannabis industry in […]
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| Acting U.S. Consul General Alan Purcell visited the NASA Tracking Station in Bermuda in advance of Saturday’s [Feb 20] scheduled rocket launch from the NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia. This will be Northrop Grumman’s 15th commercial resupply services mission to deliver NASA science investigations, supplies and equipment to the International Space Station. The US […]
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| Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT] Audited Financial Statements for the fiscal year ending 2020 in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19], saying that they ”indicate that the Trust remains in a strong financial position.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House the […]
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| “An Economic Investment Certificate will require people who are granted the right to live in Bermuda to first make an economic investment of $2.5M or more in the island,” Minister of Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 19] the Minister said, “The Economic Investment Certificate and Residential Certificate policy […]
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| PechaKucha Bermuda is hosting their 30th edition at 6.00pm tomorrow [Feb 20] with Cushi Ming, Sara Westhead, and Ashley Aitken to represent the island during the online International PechaKucha Day 2021. A spokesperson said, “PechaKucha Bermuda is hosting its 30th edition on Saturday, February 20, 2021, with short, dynamic, powerful presentations starting at 6:00 PM. […]
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| [Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 19] and MPs are scheduled to debate the cannabis legislation, and statements scheduled to be delivered include the Introduction of a Drug Formulary for Bermuda, the Economic Investment Certificate, the West End Development Corporation Annual Report 2019, the Bermuda Housing […]
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