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| Effective today, people will no longer require SafeKey for sporting events within the permitted number of 100 attendees, and Large Group Exemptions for outdoor events [including sport] will not require SafeKey, however indoor events with over 100 attendees will continue to require SafeKey. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth Culture and Sport is […]
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| The police estimate that there are 200 to 250 “persons actively involved with gangs in Bermuda, children are “actively recruited from as early as 8 years old,’ and the problem “is a Bermuda problem” and “we need all hands on deck.” This was from Minister of National Security Renee Ming said in the House of […]
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| The Cabinet has approved the “preparation of a special Act of the Legislature to ensure that the Government’s support” for the Fairmont Southampton project is “cemented in statute,” Premier Burt said, with the Premier also providing an update on the Bermudiana Beach Resort, saying that “construction will proceed in a full phased approach with the opening […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices today [Feb 4] include contracts valued $50,000 or more, PATI statement, appointments and Bermudian status. PATI Registrar Of Companies Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN0189/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar of Companies Publication date: 04 February 2022 Bermuda Public Access To […]
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| The OBA was “pleased to listen to the statements in Parliament today regarding to changes to Covid restrictions,” OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, adding they are “pleased to learn that there will be a streamlining of border entry requirements” and the elimination of SafeKey “is a welcome relief for restaurants, gyms, charter boats, members clubs and […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Keziah Martin will be hoping to help Kidderminster Harriers pull off one of the greatest shocks of the FA Cup when the non-league side meet top-flight West Ham United in the fourth round of the competition tomorrow [Saturday]. The Bermudian midfielder was impressive in Kidderminster’s 2-1 win over Sky Bet Championship […]
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| The 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship has generated more than half a million dollars for 47 local nonprofits raising a total of $646,729. A spokesperson said, “The figure makes the official PGA TOUR event one of the island’s single most successful charitable fundraising efforts since the 35th America’s Cup in 2017. “The Birdies for Charity programme, […]
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| [Updating] The police are responding to some form of an incident in the Parson’s Road area this morning [Feb 4], with multiple police vehicles and officers on scene. The police have the road blocked off, crime scene tape is visible and an ambulance was also seen at the location. Unofficial information suggests that someone may […]
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| Changes to the arrival policies will be made including the “reduction of the Travel Authorisation fee from $75 to $40; the elimination of arrival and any on island testing for visitors who have their COVID vaccinations up to date, recognition of previous COVID infections and reduced quarantine for unvaccinated residents.” This was from Minister of Transport Lawrence […]
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| The ‘Question Period’ is now being held today [Feb 4] in the House of Assembly, with the 60-minute session seeing MPs ask a series of written questions, as well as questions about Ministerial statements delivered earlier this morning, and you can tune in live below. The scheduled questions on the Order Paper for today are: […]
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| Mosaic Insurance today [Feb 4] celebrates a full year of rapid growth and milestones, including strategic technology and capital partnerships, the launch of six global specialty underwriting units, and the hiring of 80 employees worldwide. Mosaic’s corporate headquarters is based in Hamilton, Bermuda, with offices or underwriting agencies in the US, UK, Canada, and EU […]
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| Minister of Health Kim Wilson is delivering remarks in the House of Assembly today [Feb 4] on “Living with Covid – The Public Health Emergency.” We will update with the full statement as able, and in the meantime the live audio is below. You can find more information on the links below from our dedicated […]
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| The Bermuda Committee announced their “moral support” for the X-Roads Peace Games in July 2022 that will be produced by Sahabaco Limited. A spokesperson said, “February 4 is the third year anniversary for the Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together[also known as the “Abu Dhabi Declaration”] between Pope Francis of the […]
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| As of January 29th, Bermuda has administered a total of 121,792 vaccinations and 73% of the population has received one dose, 71.7% have had two doses, and 67.1% of those eligible for a booster have received it. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since January 11th, 2021, Bermuda residents have received […]
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| [Updating] The police are responding to some form of an incident in the Parson’s Road area this morning [Feb 4], with multiple police vehicles and officers on scene. The police have the road blocked off, crime scene tape is visible and an ambulance was also seen at the location. Unofficial information suggests that someone may […]
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| [Updating] The police are responding to some form of an incident in the Parson’s Road area this morning [Feb 4[, with multiple police vehicles and officers on scene. The police have the road blocked off, crime scene tape is visible and an ambulance was also seen at the location. Unofficial information suggests that someone may […]
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| The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts announced that $6,000 was raised to be “split equally between supporting the Festival and supporting the Coalition for Protection of Children’s ‘Breakfast for Every Child’ programme.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts survived the pandemic due to the support and generosity of its faithful benefactors. […]
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| Vaccinations will continue to be available at Pier 6 until March 31st and “after March 31st, we are working to have the Covid-19 vaccine available through physicians’ offices, as well as participating pharmacies,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. In releasing the latest test results, the Minister said, “First, second and booster doses will continue […]
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| The Premier Division match at the Devonshire Recreation Club saw the Devonshire Colts host the St. George’s Colts, with the teams sharing the points as they played to a 1 – 1 draw. The St. George’s Colts took the lead in the 19th minute when Jarazinho Bassett scored, and in the 33rd minute Brandon O’Connor equalized […]
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| Ne-Jai Tucker and his Burnley Under 23 teammates took on Bolton Wanderers Under 23’s at the Lostock training Ground in Lancashire Senior Cup action, picking up a 4 – 1 win. Burnley took the lead on the stroke of halftime when Ashley Barnes headed in from a corner, and Burnley added three goals in the […]
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| “The horrors of slavery and segregation must not be white-washed,” Social Justice Bermuda said, adding that “no assignment should suggest that any positive aspects resulted from the dehumanizing, brutalizing, and traumatizing of enslaved peoples.” Complaints About Saltus Lesson On Slavery This follows after Saltus was criticized for language used in a lesson, with messages circulating […]
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| Casey Truran and his Savannah Athletics [SCAD] Equestrian teammates picked up the overall win and a third-place finish at the Tournament of Champions Winter Classic in the United States. SCAD entered two teams, and the SCAD Black team were declared the Champions with 45 points while the Reserve Champion was Skidmore College with 41 points, […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 3] include appointments, cancellation of registration, large group exemptions, notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. Bermuda Economic Development Corporation Appointments Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0185/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 03 February 2022 The Minister of The […]
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| “Some immediate changes to SafeKey will be announced tomorrow,” Minister of Youth, Culture, and Sport Dr Ernest Peets said today [Feb 3]. The Government has repeatedly mentioned trying to learn to live with Covid, with most people projecting that Covid will be around for some time to come, and the schedule for tomorrow’s sitting of […]
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| The Ministry received 4169 test results – spanning three days — and 128 were positive, so active cases have decreased to 471, and there are now 18 people in hospital with 3 in ICU, and sadly the Minister confirmed there has been another coronavirus related death. “I am sad to report tonight that we have […]
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| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Feb 4] and the statements scheduled to be delivered include the Tourism 2022 – A Critical Year for Recovery Ministerial Statement, Actuarial Review of Contributory Pension Fund 2020, a Bill entitled the “Matrimonial Causes [Faultless Divorce] Amendment Act 2022, Living with Covid – The Public […]
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| In news that will be welcomed by many, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Sport Dr Ernest Peets said that the prospects of having the Bermuda Day parade this year look “fantastic.” While the island had the road race portion last year and some other celebratory aspects, the actual Bermuda Day parade itself has not been held since […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority today [Feb 3] joined Hamilton Princess & Beach Club and SailGP to mark the 100-day countdown to the opening event of the global league’s third season, set for May 14-15. A spokesperson said, “The occasion was observed with the unveiling of a countdown clock at the Bermuda Visitors Service Center and […]
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| In a 45 minute time span this morning [Feb 3], police issued 18 speeding tickets and made two arrests for outstanding warrants The Bermuda Police Service posted the photo online below, and said, “Red Team out bright and early this morning, 18 tickets and two arrests for outstanding warrants in the first 45mins. Top speed […]
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| Friday, February 4 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 7.11am and sunset […]
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| CT scan service at Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] resumed on Monday, January 31. A spokesperson noted that “BHB worked with the Brown-Darrell Clinic to deliver the service while repairs were carried out on its two machines last week.” “We thank Brown-Darrell Clinic for their assistance from Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 January,” said BHB VP […]
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| The Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community [IAC] has launched its 2022 training plan. A spokesperson said, “The Inter Agency Committee for Children, Families and the Community – a nonprofit that unifies and strengthens social sector agencies to serve children, families and the community in Bermuda – has launched its 2022 training […]
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| The Bermuda Four-Ball Championships will be played at Port Royal Golf Course on Saturday [Feb 5] and Sunday [Feb 6]. A spokesperson said, “This is the 2021 event which was rescheduled and consists of two-player teams with the best ball to count. “The reigning men’s champions, Fraser Hunt and Teddy Terceira, will not be able […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the traveling team to represent Bermuda in the first two Concacaf W Qualifier matches. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the traveling team to represent Bermuda in the first two Concacaf W Qualifier matches. The Senior Women’s National Team [SWNT] was drawn into Group […]
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| World Cancer Day will be recognized tomorrow [Feb 4], with the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC] aiming to raise $10,000 in honour of the occasion. A spokesperson said, “Tomorrow, February 4th, is World Cancer Day and it is an important global moment of reflection and action. “Cancer is the second leading cause of death […]
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| The police have confirmed they “commenced a murder investigation into the death of a 49-year-old male who passed away after being involved in an altercation” in the Shelly Bay area, with a “46-year-old man arrested in connection with this incident.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has commenced a murder investigation into the […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward will be holding a press conference at 10.00 this morning [Feb 3] and Government said it is regarding the topic of “workplace vaccinations and layoffs.” We will stream it live, so the video below should start at around 10.00am, and we will post the full statement later on today. Related […]
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| Apex Group Ltd., a global financial services provider, has appointed Keith Mahon as Managing Director, Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Established in 2003, Bermuda was the location of Apex’s first office. Since then, the Group has grown to over 50 offices as one of the world’s leading financial services providers, offering a single-source solution to the […]
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| Emmerson Carrington served as the Reserve Umpire for the Under 19 World Cup 2nd Semi-Final match between India and Australia, which saw India advance to the final following their 96 runs victory India won the toss and elected to bat first, they scored 290/5, captain Yash Dhull led the way with the bat scoring 110, […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture & Sport Dr. Ernest Peets and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban will be joining Bernews at 12.30pm on Thursday [Feb 3] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with this BNV to be held in two-parts, Minister Peets will be on at 12.30pm, with Minister Roban […]
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| Following a message being circulated expressing concern, Saltus school said they “are taking the concerns from our community very seriously”, adding that teachers examined the coursework “to rework, clarify, and improve” it. Messages circulating alleged that the school may have asked some students about the “better parts of slavery,” and while Saltus did not respond to […]
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| “Buy your honey something sweet this Valentine’s Day,” is the rather apt sales description from a local company offering honey and beeswax candle bundles, with Wild Island Apiaries saying they are “happy to offer an option for people to shop local and sustainable.” In describing the package shown above, which sells for $43.50 each, the Wild […]
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| The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation has released its newsletter covering all the activities in the sports community. The newsletter contains news from the Bermuda Sanshou Association, the Bermuda Triathlon Association, the Bermuda Equestrian Federation, and more. The full Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation Newsletter follows below [PDF here] Related Stories New Sport […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of January 2022 the company has repurchased 127,233 shares at an average repurchase price of $6.00 per share. These shares have been retained as treasury shares. Related Stories Argus Advises BSX Of […]
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| Catalina Holdings [Bermuda] Ltd has appointed industry veteran Ian Parker as new Group Chief Executive. A spokesperson said, “Ian succeeds Bruce Hemphill, who stepped in as interim CEO from the role of non-executive chairman in February 2021. Over the last 12 months, Bruce led a strategic review of the business and oversaw the implementation of the […]
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| QBE Re has appointed Melanie Lopes as Assistant Vice President, Lead Treaty Underwriter to its expanding Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Mel joins from SiriusPoint where she was most recently Assistant Vice President, Property Underwriter. She was previously Assistant Vice President, Specialty Underwriting prior to the merger between Third Point Re/Sirius Group. “In her new […]
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| AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A-[Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] to Sutton Life Re Ltd, and the outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings is stable. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Sutton Life Re’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 2] include appointment of marriage officer, acting appointments, appointments, cancellation of registration and notice of intended marriage. Marriage Officer: John Lee Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointment of Marriage Officer Notice ID: GN0169/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 02 February 2022 Appointment Of […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells admits he was disappointed a loan move to Sky Bet Championship rivals Cardiff City fell through but is fully committed to helping Bristol City finish the season strongly. Wells was subject to two late loan bids from the struggling Bluebirds, who are seventeenth in the league table, just four […]
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| Thursday, February 3 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 7.12am and sunset […]
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