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| Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley has responded to a report about rape statistics in Bermuda. “A recent report shared on Facebook suggested that Bermuda sits 5th in the world in relation to offences of rape,” Commissioner Corbishley said. “The BPS and many other partner agencies in Bermuda are there to support victims of rape and […]
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| Ajani Burchall and his AFC Bournemouth Academy Under-18 teammates earned a 5-1 win, with Burchall scoring twice for his team. The club’s match report said, “The under-18s continued their fine start to the season with a commanding 5-1 win away at Yeovil Town on Saturday lunchtime. “There were braces apiece for Ajani Burchall and Jake […]
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| Bermuda had two competitors take part in the recent Belgian Waffle Ride Cedar City in Utah, with triathletes Tyler Butterfield and Erica Hawley taking to the course. Mr Butterfield, competing in the Men’s 35 – 44 Age Group Division, finished 14th out of 98 competitors, clocking a time of 6:57:47. Mr. Butterfield said, “I take […]
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| Bermudian sprinter Jessica Lewis has been chosen by the World Para Athletics as part of the second team selected for the ASICS World Ekiden 2020. The event is a free global relay race meant to inspire, motivate, and test people as they prepare to compete against teams from all over the world. Teams of up to […]
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| Keuana Dill and her Norwich City Women’s Football Club teammates advanced to the second round of the Women’s FA Cup following a 5 – 1 win over Newmarket Town at the Newmarket Town Grounds in England. Norwich got goals from Aimee Durrant, Rosie George, Katie Dunning, Josie Jarvis, and Dill. Related Stories Leilanni Nesbeth Scores […]
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| Tropical Storm Epsilon remains a “potential threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 171 nm to the east at 6am on Friday [Oct 23], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period […]
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| The Driven Society and Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will be hosting a conversation with Chloe Cheyenne on Thursday [Oct 22] at 9.00pm. The event flyer says, “Join Driven Society and Bermuda Economic Development Corporation on October 22nd for an inspiring conversation with Chloe Cheyenne, moderated by Bermuda’s own Media Maya. “Chloë Cheyenne is a […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] Organising and planning for your family’s financial well-being can be challenging at the best of times. However, there are many more challenges involved when managing and maintaining a household as a single parent. Being a single parent means you have less money to spare, and there is a pressing need to […]
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| The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC]’s Compassionate Care Conference, a virtual conference to be held on Thursday, November 19 will feature Dr Shawn Ginwright, a leading US expert on African American youth activism and development. A spokesperson said, “Dr.Ginwright will provide a keynote presentation introducing Healing Centered Engagement. “Healing Centered Engagement is a […]
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| Ocorian has appointed Jason Gerlis as its new Regional Head of Americas. A spokesperson said, “Ocorian, the global diversified financial services group and leading provider of corporate administration, funds and trust services, has appointed Jason Gerlis as its new Regional Head of Americas. He will be based in the United States and will oversee all […]
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| Bermudian footballer Willie Clemons and his Dalkurd teammates defeated Örgryte IS on the road 2 – 1 in the Superettan Sweden Premier Division. Marokhy Ndione gave Örgryte IS the lead in the 20th minute, with Samuel Leach Holm equalizing for Dalkurd on the stroke of half-time. The Dalkurd winner came in the 85th minute when […]
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| October 19 saw 25,700 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $100,705.00 BD. 2,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 1.8% at $2.81 per share, while the other 23,700 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing up 1.3% at $4.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,855.56, up […]
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| AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” of Harrington Re Ltd. AM Best also has affirmed the Long-Term ICR of “bbb-” of Harrington Reinsurance Holdings Limited. Both companies are domiciled in Bermuda. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. A statement […]
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| With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed 40 million, with over 1,114,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A BBC story said, “We are close to a tsunami: that was the stark […]
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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 official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 19] include large group exemptions, acquisition of property by a non Bermudian, and acting appointments. Large Group Exemption Bermuda Charge Fundraising Event-Bermuda Transport Museum Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0950/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 19 October […]
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| Tuesday, October 20 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud with a couple of showers, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will […]
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| The Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley and Roads Policing Unit OIC Inspector Charlene Thompson are holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 19] to “address the recent road fatalities and other traffic related issues.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Minister Extends Condolences […]
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| Bermuda’s D’Andre Wainwright played his first match with Billingham Synthonia and made a very impressive showing, scoring a hat-trick to help the team claim an emphatic 7 – 1 victory. The team they were playing happened to be Durham City, who Wainwright previously played for. The club’s match report said, “Synthonia returned to winning ways with […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Oct 19], with the list indicating that there are seventeen bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing At Hamilton Bus Terminal DPT Contracts Eight Minibuses To Assist Update On Bus Service And New Schedule Hamilton Bus […]
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| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward and Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson are holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 19], and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Minister: ‘Excellent Outcome For Jurisdiction’ Minister: ‘Major Accomplishment For Bermuda’ Minister: Consolidated Fund Financial Statements Establishment […]
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| HSBC Bermuda announced the recipients of the Knowledge Quest-HSBC Scholarship, with Cashun Brangman, Lashuntae Dill-Assing, Deja Grant, Messiah Greaves, Solomon Pearman, and Davondra Sealey all receiving scholarships. A spokesperson said, “In 2020, HSBC Bermuda [HSBC] has recommitted its partnership with the Knowledge Quest charity, providing 6 additional students with scholarships as they work towards completing […]
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| The need for businesses to be nimble, resilient, flexible, and adaptive during Covid-19 and how boards can help their organisations thrive, will be key topics being discussed at a major business conference next month. The Institute of Directors Bermuda branch will hold its second corporate governance conference virtually on Tuesday, November 3, under the tag […]
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| A total of 62 points were put on the board in the latest round of Bermuda Flag Football action at the TN Tatem Middle School Field. In the opener, the Black Shark$ held on to edge the Punishers 13 – 12. The Player of the Game for the Black Shark$ was Ryan Rabain with 2 […]
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| The Southampton Railway Trail — from White Hill Field gateway to Tribe Road No 5 — will be made one-way from October 26th to November 1st to accommodate traffic flow for the PGA Bermuda Championship Tournament at the Port Royal Golf Course. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists […]
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| This year’s Remembrance Day observance on November 11th will be a “closed event” and there will be no public admission. A Government spokesperson said, “The Cabinet Office today advised that this year’s Remembrance Day observance will be a closed event. There will be no public admission to the Cabinet Office grounds and the following streets […]
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| Amy Terceira of Dog Gone Good recently graduated from a specialized course on treating separation anxiety in dogs, created by author and certified dog trainer, Julie Naismith. Upon graduation she obtained her SA Pro Trainer Certificate and is now qualified to treat these cases. Ms Terceira said: “This has been a difficult year for so […]
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| The Bermuda Stock Exchange announced the resumption of trading of Ascendant Group Limited’s common shares effective 12 noon today [Oct 19]. This follows after trading was temporarily suspended due to approvals being granted to complete the sale of Ascendant — the parent company of BELCO — to Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. Related Stories Ascendant Celebrates […]
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| Bermuda’s Leilanni Nesbeth scored for Florida State as they played to a 4-3 victory over Virginia, marking her 4th goal of the season. The school’s match report said, “The second-ranked Florida State soccer team [6-0] stayed unbeaten after defeating No. 11 Virginia [5-2-1] 4-3 in a high scoring contest. It was a typical Florida State […]
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| Another glass ceiling for women in sailing will be shattered next week at the 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing World Championship when two accomplished female skippers – Pauline Courtois of France and Anna Östling of Sweden – will race in the Open Worlds for the first time ever. “Women’s crews have […]
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| 29 volunteers completed Mirrors two and a half-day volunteer life coach training over the weekend, with the new programme — entitled “Coaching For Success” [CFS] — set to provide additional support and resources to Bermuda’s youth. The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform Kathy Lynn Simmons expressed her “admiration for the commitment, […]
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| Bermuda briefly trended as high as #3 in the United States rankings on Twitter this morning [Oct 19] due to a spree of tweets about Tropical Depression 27 by major U.S. media outlets and other Twitter users, with the U.S. National Hurricane Center saying “Bermuda should closely monitor the progress of this system.” The term […]
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| The Government of Bermuda is holding another hearing on the “commission to review the question of historic losses of land in Bermuda,” and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Video: Historic Land Losses Commission Video: Protest March At Government House Commission Of Inquiry To Host Hearing Deadline For Land Loss Commission […]
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| There were 1408 test results received over Friday and Saturday and none were positive for Covid-19, so the total of confirmed cases to date remains at 185, with 4 cases being active. A Government spokesperson said, “Over Friday and Saturday, 1408 test results were received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for […]
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| The Dudley Eve matches scheduled for Wednesday [Oct 28] will take place at the National Sports Centre, and tickets will be provided to four participating teams, with the remaining tickets to be sold at the BFA Office. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association would like to announce that the Dudley Eve matches scheduled for […]
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| Carey Olsen announced that Bermudian lawyer Marcus Symonds has become the first recipient of a pupillage training contract. A spokesperson said, “Budding Bermudian lawyer Marcus Symonds has become the first recipient of a pupillage training contract with Carey Olsen Bermuda through the firm’s new pupillage programme. “A former Warwick Academy student, Marcus has spent the […]
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| Essent Group has amended its credit facility to increase the total facility from $500 million to $625 million. A spokesperson said, “Essent Group Ltd. today announced that it has amended its credit facility [Credit Facility] to increase the total facility from $500 million to $625 million with terms that provide for: An increase in the […]
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| Raleigh Bermuda recently celebrated the graduation of 13 young Bermudians who completed the 2019 Venturers’ Programme. A spokesperson said, “Raleigh is the only organization on the island that works continuously with young people ages 17–24-years-old by providing them with the survival and life skills to become confident, productive members of our community and to successfully […]
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| [Updated] Tropical Depression 27 has formed over the central Atlantic and interests in “Bermuda should closely monitor the progress of this system,” the U.S. National Hurricane Center said. Tweet from the NHC sent at around 9.00am this morning: The latest forecast from the U.S. National Hurricane Center said, “At 800 AM AST [1200 UTC], the […]
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| Footballers in both the Premier Division and First Division were in action this past weekend, with Dandy Town Hornets, PHC Zebras, Devonshire Cougars, St. David’s, and Social Club all earning wins, while three other matches ended in draws. Premier Division: Somerset Trojans 1 – Dandy Town Hornets 3 The Dandy Town Hornets took the lead […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Kole Hall, Dale Eve, Milan Butterfield, D’Andre Wainwright, J’Nai Butterfield Steede, and Knory Scott were in all action this weekend in England. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammates played to a 2 – 2 draw against Barnsley. Justin Donawa Justin Donawa and his Darlington teammates match […]
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| Luke Treharne, captain of the Wales 7s team, has been on cloud nine since arriving in Bermuda where he has been training alongside his SX10 teammates in preparation for the World Tens Series. Having not played since the pandemic halted proceedings, the Welshman is enjoying being back in a professional environment, preparing hard for next […]
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| Zeiko Lewis and his Charleston Battery teammates have bowed out of the USL Eastern Conference Semi-Finals after being defeated 1 – 0 by Tampa Bay. After a scoreless first half, Tampa Bay got the go-ahead goal with a header from Lucky Mkosana in the 79th minute, and that goal proved to be the winner, which […]
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| The Sandys Parish Council will be offering scholarships for the academic year 2020/21. A spokesperson said, “Scholarships will be awarded to qualified applicants who are pursuing further education through a certificate program, an undergraduate or graduate degree; and whether studying overseas or at the Bermuda College. There are up to three awards granted with a […]
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| The Bermuda Karting Club race season got underway at the Southside Motor Sports Park in St. George’s. Junah Moniz won all three races in the Cadet Class, while Scott Barnes won all three races in the Tag Senior Class. The L206 Senior Class saw Jason North take the checkered flag in all three races. Jauza […]
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| Vanessa James will return to the ice to compete in the Battle Of The Blades, as Canadian broadcaster CBC announced that the new season will launch on October 22nd, with eight new pairs — including James and her partner Akim Aliu –ready to hit the ice in support of charities across Canada. The Battle Of […]
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| For the remaining month of October and month of November the Department of Corrections is “spearheading a Community Book Drive for inmates,” the Ministry of National Security said. Minister of National Security Renee Ming said, “The Department of Corrections has quite a number of avid readers within our correctional facilities who are very interested in […]
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| Following the two fatal collisions this week, Transport Minister Lawrence Scott extended his condolences to both men’s families. Minister Lawrence Scott said, “I was shocked to learn that two men have tragically lost their lives in separate fatal road collisions in the past 72 hours. “I send my sincere condolences to both men’s families on behalf of […]
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| On Thursday evening the Department of Health held a graduation ceremony for the most recent graduates of their ‘Eat Grow Save’ initiative with lead instructor Chaplin Kevin Santucci. A Government spokesperson said, “The eight-week workshop was created to encourage residents to start home gardens and featured several guest speakers including Norwood Salaam [Bermuda Agriculture Group], Vanese Gordon [Education Enforcement Officer, Works and […]
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| Dage Minors and Isabelle Dutranoit raced to victory in the 2020 George Jones Smiler Miler 5K road race. Minors clocked a winning time of 17:23, Sammy Degraff was second in a time of 18:49 and Jauza James finished third overall in a time of 19:59. Dutranoit crossed the line 5th overall with a time of […]
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