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| News that the Bermuda women’s national football team defeated the Cayman Islands 6-0, the Bermuda Arts Council honoured Major Kenneth Dill, Marjorie Pettit, the late Ted Ming, Daren Herbert and Paul and Penelope Leseur at its annual awards ceremony, BF&M donated $75,000 to the College Foundation, Emma Harvey helped set new school record in relays, […]
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| Enstar reported consolidated net earnings of $437 million [or earnings of $21.71 per fully diluted ordinary share] for the year ended December 31, 2021, compared to consolidated net earnings of $1.7 billion [or earnings of $78.80 per fully diluted ordinary share] for the year ended December 31, 2020. A spokesperson said, “The key drivers of […]
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| We “have a demographic challenge in Bermuda” and “if we do not reverse these trends, it will lead to economic disaster for Bermuda,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said, adding that a declining population increases the cost of living, an ageing population increases the cost of healthcare and a shrinking workforce puts future pensions at […]
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| Madelyn Moore continues to impress at the 2022 WAC Swimming and Diving Championships in Texas, claiming two more gold medals and helping to set a relay record, which follows her performance on the first day, which saw her claim two medals and two new records. The school report said, “Northern Colorado Swim and Dive just keep […]
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| Bermuda Red Cross is launching a disaster cash appeal for those affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Red Cross is launching a disaster cash appeal for those affected by the crisis in Ukraine. “We are gravely concerned about the intensification of fighting in Ukraine over the past few days. People are losing […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] It is unlikely the name Keziah Martin is regularly passing the lips of Bermudian football fans; however, it soon could be, and probably already should be, given his performances for Kidderminster Harriers this season. Although Martin is as Bermudian as traditional codfish and potatoes, the Gombey Warriors and Cup Match, he is […]
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| The City of Hamilton has launched a video series entitled “Black History Month Business Spotlight” featuring black-owned Bermuda businesses with an enduring historical presence in the City, with this episode spotlighting Spinning Wheel. The video’s description says, “In recognition of Black History Month, the City of Hamilton has created a series of brief videos featuring black-owned Bermuda […]
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| Natasha Trott officiated the 2022 Concacaf Women’s Under-20 Championship in the Dominican Republic. Trott was an assistant referee in the Group E match between Puerto Rico and the host, which saw Puerto Rico use a strong second half to down Dominican Republic 3-1 at the Estadio Olimpico Felix Sanchez in Santo Domingo. Puerto Rico took […]
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| Sunday, February 27 is expected to see sunny periods, early morning and late night showers, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6.49am […]
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| Endeavour is working with other local organizations to offer training and career development opportunities that prepare young people for working in the maritime sector, and the video below highlights their work with Waterstart. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour, a registered charity and non-profit that engages diverse youth across Bermuda in experiential learning that builds their confidence […]
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| The payroll tax concessions for hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs will be extended for at least another six months and the ‘New Hire Relief’ will be extended for a further two years. Extension of Payroll Tax Concessions for Hotel & Restaurant Industry In delivering the 2022 Budget, Premier David Burt said, “Mr. Speaker, since the onset […]
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| Bermudian cyclists Conor White, Liam Flannery, Zander Miller, Nicholas Narraway, and Dominque Mayho continued racing the XLIII Vuelta Ciclística Independencia Nacional in the Dominican Republic. The fifth day of the race involved 216 kilometers traveling on the Samaná-Nagua-Río San Juan-Gaspar Hernandez-Sosúa-Puerto Plata stretch. Riders 4 – 60 all finished 1 minute and 20 seconds behind […]
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| Nikita Robinson is inviting the public to support a school to help celebrate World Book Day 2022, which is less than a week away. A spokesperson said, “Evangelist Nikita Robinson of The Worship Room on Magic102.7FM is inviting the public to support a nursery, preschool or public primary, middle or high school to help celebrate […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday Shipping Schedule: Week Starting February 26th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Tuesday the Gas Amaris LPG tanker will arrive, on Wednesday the Somers Isles container ship is scheduled to arrive, and on […]
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| Bacardi said they are “celebrating achieving the internationally-recognized Great Place to Work certification at all its production sites worldwide, as its Global Operations team of almost 4,000 employees praise the family atmosphere, positive work-life balance and exceptional facilities.” A spokesperson said, “The family-owned spirits company has 23 manufacturing sites across 10 countries, where its portfolio of […]
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| Argo Group International Holdings announced financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2021. On February 8, 2022, the Company reported that its results for the quarter ended December 31, 2021, would be negatively affected by adverse prior year reserve development and non-operating charges. Argo reported a fourth quarter 2021 net loss attributable […]
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| AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.43 per common share payable on April 18, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 31, 2022. In addition, the Board declared a dividend of $34.375 per Series E 5.50% Preferred Share [equivalent to $0.34375 […]
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| February 25 saw 4,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $96,525.00 BD. 3,500 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 31.6% at $18.15 per share, while the other 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 8.2% at $33.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,717.42, up 1.60% on […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 25] include Bermuda Monetary Authority balance sheets, appointments, permanent resident’s certificate and Bermuda Bar Association barristers and attorneys. Bermuda Monetary Authority Balance Sheets – September to November 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0272/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: […]
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| “This was not a responsible Budget. Instead, it felt like a political one — an election budget.” One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] Leader Cole Simons today. Mr Simons said, “Residents of Bermuda have all been waiting to hear the 2022/2023 Budget with anticipation. “It’s no secret that many are struggling to make ends meet. It was hoped that this […]
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| Saturday, February 26 is expected to see a bright start, a few passing showers from evening onwards, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced three postponed matches and a time change. A spokesperson said, “Due to a shortage of officials; please take note of the following postponed matches:- The First Division match between Vasco and St Davids scheduled for Saturday, February 26th – 3:00pm at S’Oval The First Division match between Ireland and BAA […]
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| Following the delivery of the 2022/23 Budget this morning [Feb 25] by Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt, PwC Bermuda released a highlight summary sheet. View all our coverage of the 2022 Budget here and our live blog here. The summary below was provided by PwC: Related Stories Car Licensing Fees To Be Reduced By […]
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| Following the delivery of the 2022 Budget by Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt this morning [Feb 25] in the House of Assembly, Deloitte released a ‘Budget Snapshot’, which highlights some of the key points from the Budget Speech, and follows in full below. You can click here to view our live blog, and […]
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| Daniel Phillips recently concluded competing in doubles in the J5 Guatemala International Tennis Tournament, falling in the semi-finals with his partner Itai Vasershtein from Israel. In their quarter-final round match-up, Phillips and his partner took on Tommy Czaplinski from the United States and Diego Duran from El Salvador; the match would need a third set […]
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| Bermudian cyclists Conor White, Liam Flannery, Zander Miller, Nicholas Narraway, and Dominque Mayho continued racing the XLIII Vuelta Ciclística Independencia Nacional in the Dominican Republic. The fourth day of racing began in Santo Domingo heading to Samaná passing with a 178-kilometer tour. White was the top Bermuda rider on the day crossing the line in […]
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| A group of military aircraft left Bermuda earlier today [Feb 25] and some of them appeared to return shortly after. They appear to be Eurofighter Typhoons, and the Eurofighter website says, “Eurofighter Typhoon is the world’s most advanced swing-role combat aircraft providing simultaneously deployable Air-to-Air and Air-to-Surface capabilities. “It is in service with 7 customers and […]
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| The Progressive Labour Party extended their condolences to the family of former PLP Member of Parliament, Mr. Walter King. A spokesperson said, “Mr. King was a renowned golfer, who was the first Bermudian to win the Bermuda Open Golf Championships in 1970 and was also the 1st Golf Pro at the Port Royal Golf Course. […]
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| The Government is cutting vehicle licensing fees for private cars by 10%, $5 million has been budgeted to purchase additional new buses and to refit one of our fast ferries, $1 million has been allocated for a new islandwide CCTV system, registered charities who earn a majority of their funds from donations are exempt from […]
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| For those seeking a quick visual view of the 2022 Budget delivered in the House of Assembly by Premier David Burt this morning [Feb 25], the charts extracted from the Budget are below. For comparison’s sake, charts from the 2021 Budget are here, 2020 Budget are here, 2019 Budget are here, 2018 Budget are here, 2017 Budget are here, […]
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| “This year, to provide further relief across the board to all residents, the Government is cutting the vehicle licensing fees for private cars by 10%,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said. In delivering the 2022 Budget today, Premier Burt said, “It has long been a known irritation in Bermuda that the birthday gift […]
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| Daniel Augustus finished T13th at the Battle at The Bear which is on the Florida Elite Golf Tour at the Golden Bear Club at Keenes Pointe. Daniel Augustus’ Battle at The Bear Second Round Scorecard 01 – 4 – Par 02 – 4 – Birdie 03 – 5 – Bogey 04 – 4 – Birdie […]
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| [Updates to begin at around 10am] Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt is set to deliver the 2022 Budget in the House of Assembly this morning [Feb 25]. The live video will start when the Budget starts – which is normally at just past 10am We will be covering the Budget all day, providing […]
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| Ignite Bermuda today [Feb 25] announced the addition of Bermudian entrepreneur Akilah Swan to their Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Since its inception in 2019, Ignite has seen strong growth in its entrepreneurial ecosystem, now comprising over 300 entrepreneurs and community leaders. “At the same time, Ignite’s board recognizes the value of having a […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 25] with the list indicating that there are eleven bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ombudsman On Bus Service Communications Full Bus Schedule To Resume On Monday Bus Service To Continue On Reduced Schedule All Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule […]
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| Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors declared a dividend of $1.55 per share payable on or before March 30, 2022 to all shareholders of record as of March 16, 2022. Related Stories Everest Re Reports Third Quarter 2021 Results Everest Estimate 2021 Q3 Catastrophe Losses Everest Re Group Announces $1.55 Dividend […]
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| The change in Ministerial responsibilities have been ‘officially’ assigned, with today’s official notices including a document on ‘Ministers and responsibilities assigned’, which details the adjustments in Cabinet Ministries, which have previously been announced by the Government. The change in responsibilities follows after the resignation of the former Finance Minister Curtis Dickinson, and as it stands now, the […]
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| The first event of the inaugural Moon Gate Tour season has attracted many of the island’s top professional and amateur golfers and will be contested at the Port Royal Golf Course starting tomorrow morning. A total of 30 players have signed up for the 18-hole medal competition, with newly-crowned Bermuda Professional Golfers’ Association Championship winner […]
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| Bermuda cyclists Conor White, Liam Flannery, Zander Miller, Nicholas Narraway and Dominque Mayho continued racing the XLIII Vuelta Ciclística Independencia Nacional in the Dominican Republic. On the third day, the cyclist departed Santo Domingo, heading to San Pedro de Macorís, and then back to Santo Domingo, finishing in the vicinity of Faro to Colón, with […]
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| Members of the Ukrainian community of Bermuda gathered today [Feb 24] to show support and solidarity for each other and their homeland, with people gathering on the steps of City Hall with the Ukrainian flag. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has been widely condemned by the international community, and western nations have levied various sanctions against […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 24] include notification of planning applications registered, appointments, permanent resident’s certificate, large group exemption and ministers portfolios. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on February 24, 2022 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0268/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication […]
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| In support of Heart Month, Rosewood Bermuda has partnered with Georgia Bowen and her family to raise money in support of the Bermuda Heart Foundation [BHF]. A spokesperson said, “Georgia visits Rosewood Bermuda with her family every year to celebrate the anniversary of her heart transplant, a procedure she underwent as a pediatric patient. In […]
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| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 25] and the main statement scheduled to be delivered is the “Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for 2022/2023” — as in the Budget Statement, which will be delivered by Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt. Bernews will provide live coverage tomorrow. The Order […]
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| Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt “signaled that the new target for achieving a balanced budget has now been delayed by one year to fiscal year 2024/25,” the Government said this evening. The Premier said, “In the last budget presentation, the Government was projected to balance the budget by the next fiscal year, 2023/24. […]
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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 Ministry received 7351 test results — spanning three days — and 67 were positive, so there are 217 active cases, of which 5 people are in hospital. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 7351 test results, and 67 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity […]
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| Friday, February 25 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, increasing cloud overnight, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| CARICOM has joined with the international community in condemning the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. A statement from the said, “The Caribbean Community [CARICOM] strongly condemns the military attacks and invasion of Ukraine by The Russian Federation and calls for the immediate and complete withdrawal of the military presence and cessation of any further actions […]
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| Marcus Jones has resigned from his position in the Senate, Opposition Leader Cole Simons has just confirmed. This follows after Mr Jones made comments about teen dating abuse yesterday in the Senate, where he made statements including, but not limited to, “I am not saying they deserve the bad abuse, they shouldn’t, we all agree with that. But […]
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| Daniel Phillips returned to action competing in the J5 Guatemala International Tennis tournament, where he is now competing in the doubles. Phillips teamed up with Itai Vasershtein from Israel, and in the first round match-up they took on Juan Diego Argenal, and Carlos David Ramirez Mendez from Guatemala. Philips and Vasershtein advanced to the second […]
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