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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 2] with the list indicating that there are four bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.15pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 4 runs cancelled this morning, 36 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Greenrock is inviting Bermuda to celebrate Earth Hour this year on Saturday, March 27th, asking people to tune into their live broadcast, turn off any unnecessary lights from 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm, and “take time to pause and reflect on new behaviours you can adapt to reduce your carbon footprint and live more sustainably.” […]
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| Erin Smith started competing on the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit Ocala Masters VI event in Ocala, Florida. On the first day of the competition, during the 1.00m Adult Amateur Jumper Medium 18 – 45 Year Old class, Smith and Confetti finished second. Smith and Just Bekoz finished 9th competing in the 0.90m Adult Amateur Jumper […]
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| Emma Harvey represented Penn State University in the 2021 B1G Women’s Swimming Championships. During the women’s 100 yard butterfly preliminaries, Harvey finished 36th touching the wall in a time of 55.16. Competing in the women’s 100 yard backstroke preliminaries, she finished 27th clocking a personal best time of 55.05. Harvey also finished 47th with a […]
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| The superyacht Amaryllis is visiting the Island, with the 257-foot long luxury vessel seen in St George’s. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 257.32ft/78.43m Custom motor yacht Amaryllis was built in 2011 by the acclaimed German shipyard Abeking & Rasmussen. A highly luxurious superyacht, both her interior and exterior spaces have been styled by the award-winning […]
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| Road works on Harrington Sound Road will require diversions for bus routes 1 and 3 on March 4th and 5th, the Government has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that road works on Harrington Sound Road will require major diversions for bus routes 1 and 3 on Thursday March 4th and Friday […]
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| “Education Reform in Bermuda is vital as we look to provide students with the knowledge, tools and skills required to lead our country towards a better future,” said Todd Fox, Principal of Francis Patton Primary School. Speaking as both an educator and parent of children in the public school system, Mr Fox said the Island’s […]
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| The Government will be holding a press conference this evening [March 2] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, our continuous live updates on Covid-19 are here, and the live video below should start showing the press conference at around 5.30pm, or a bit later. What Are […]
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| The Government is reminding the public that we are now in Phase 2 of Bermuda’s Covid-19 Vaccine Allocation Strategy. The Government posted the graphic below online, saying, “We would like to remind residents that we are now in Phase 2 of Bermuda’s Covid-19 Vaccine Allocation Strategy. Phase 2 is residents who are 50 years or older, […]
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| Lockton Re announced that Thomas Parcell has joined Lockton Re’s new Bermuda platform as Chief Broking Officer. Commenting on the appointment, Keith Harrison, International CEO, Lockton Re, said, “We are delighted to have Tom join Lockton Re, his experience and standing in Non-Marine Retrocession and ILW trading brings further depth and breadth to the expertise […]
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| The City is urging people to use “extreme caution when traversing the City’s streets this morning” as someone removed the storm drain grates from the City’s roads. A Corporation spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton wishes to advise motorists and pedestrians entering the City of Hamilton this morning of multiple acts of vandalism across the City. […]
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| Piano Relaxing, a YouTube channel known for producing relaxing musical pieces set to photos and video footage of nature, recently live streamed a video featuring scenes from around Bermuda. Entitled ‘Flying Over Bermuda,’ the 12-hour video has already garnered more than 105,000 views since being live streamed on February 18. The video description says, “Bermuda is […]
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| Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has released a remix version of his new single entitled “Close To You”. The new track is available on various digital outlets, which you can access here. The video’s description says, “Written by Collie Buddz, produced by J-Vibe and Collie Buddz, and remixed by RtwoG2.” Related Stories Collie Buddz #1 On […]
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| Michael Outerbridge scored to help his IMG Under 16 Premier Boys team defeat Miami Rush 4 – 1 in Florida. The IMG Academy Under 16 Premier Boys got two goals from Maximo Casabonne, while Marthin Bobadilla and Outerbridge added a goal each. Alejandro Rodriguez recorded 2 assists, with Bobadilla also adding an assist. Related Stories […]
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| Kenni Thompson and her Civitas Santa Teresa Badajoz football teammates played to a 2 – 2 draw fought against Logroño in their Spanish Women’s First Division match-up. Logroño took the lead in the 23rd minute with Jade Boho finding the back of the net, Belén drew Civitas Santa level in the 32nd minute as the […]
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| Due to an issue with one of our service providers, some members of the public may not have been receiving their copy of the Bernews Morning Edition email newsletter over the past several days. We apologize if you’ve been affected by this issue, and if you have, please feel free to re-sign up for the […]
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| Following the ruling by the UK Supreme Court on policyholders affected by the COVID pandemic, Guy Carpenter has produced a paper which looks at the reinsurance implications of the decision. Compiled by David Priebe, Chairman, Guy Carpenter, Lara Mowery, Global Head of Distribution, Guy Carpenter and Michael Sevi, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, Guy Carpenter. “On […]
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| The Ministry of Public Works is informing the public about various road and lane closures including on Fractious Street & North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish, Stokes Point Road and Mullet Bay Road to Echo Lane in St. George’s and on Harrington Sound Road in Hamilton Parish. For more information on the Fractious Street & […]
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| Enstar Group Limited filed its annual report on Form 10-K with the SEC, reporting its earnings and financial position for the year ended December 31, 2020. “Enstar reported consolidated net earnings of $1.7 billion [or earnings of $78.80 per fully diluted ordinary share] for the year ended December 31, 2020, compared to consolidated net earnings […]
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| Sanaa Rae Morris and her IMG Academy Elite teammates concluded competing in the Adidas Indoor High School National Championships inside the Virginia Beach Sports Center. Morris took to the track alongside her team to compete in the women’s championship 4x400m relay. The IMG Academy Elite team finished third clocking a time of 3:47.86. The same […]
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| The International Women’s Day Bermuda [IWD Bermuda] committee will be holding a virtual celebration on Monday, March 8th, with the committee also launching the #ChooseToChallenge campaign. IWD Bermuda posted the video below on social media, saying: “Bermuda, we asked you how you #ChooseToChallenge… and you did not disappoint! Thank you to all of the amazing, […]
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| “Bermuda was founded by survivors of the shipwrecked Sea Venture in 1609″ and “sailing has always been in her DNA thanks to here unique location in the Atlantic.” This is according to a new video posted online by the international sailing organisation SailGP, with the organisers highlighting the Island, describing it as a “paradise.” They […]
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| The Regulatory Authority [RA] is inviting the public to provide feedback regarding ‘Large Scale Self Supply,’ with feedback to be submitted before 11:59pm on March 15th. The document states, “Large Scale Self-Supply’ means the generation and own consumption of electricity using a system with an installed capacity at or above the Licence threshold. “The RA […]
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| Willis Towers Watson Bermuda [WTW] announced that Kirsten Beasley has been appointed the Interim Head of Office for Bermuda effective March 1st. A spokesperson said, “As a global company, WTW is committed to striving for greater diversity and fostering an inclusive culture. In the lead up to International Women’s Day, we are very pleased to […]
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| There is a sunken vessel in Flatts and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources “has directed that action be taken to ensure that there is no further fuel loss until such time as the private vessel can be safely refloated.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs has been advised of a […]
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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 Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] said the 2021/22 Budget ”strikes the appropriate balance” has a ”pragmatic approach provides relief for the unemployed and aims for economic recovery as well as financial reforms.” BPSU President Armell Thomas said, “The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] believes that the Bermuda Government’s 2021-22 Budget strikes the appropriate balance between supporting an economic […]
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| The Ministry received 1385 test results and six were positive for Covid-19 — five classified as local transmission with known contact and one classified as under investigation — so the island now has 19 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1385 test results since the last update, and six were positive for COVID-19. Five [5] […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [March 3] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the National Sports Centre Audits 2012 to 2015 and Supporting Bermuda’s Musicians; and the Cannabis Licensing Act 2021 is due for its second reading. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Video: […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 1] include traffic notices. RTN For Publication: Fractious Street & North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish – 2021 March 15 To April 30 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Traffic Notice Notice ID: GN0195/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Public Works Headquarters Publication Date: 01 March 2021 […]
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| Tuesday, March 2 is expected to see a cloudy start with rain and showers, brighter in afternoon, with the high to be near 19°C/67°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 78%. Sunrise will be […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 1] with the list indicating that there are four bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 4 runs cancelled this morning, 36 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Premier David Burt and Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson hosted a luncheon for representatives of Bermuda’s Unions yesterday [Feb 28] to discuss the 2021 Budget. A Government spokesperson said, “In attendance was Armell Thomas, President of the Bermuda Public Services Union, Nishanthi Bailey, President of Bermuda Union of Teachers, Marcus Wade, Vice President of the […]
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| Madelyn Moore was back in the pool competing in the University of Georgia annual Bulldog Invitational Last Chance Meet. Taking part in the Women’s 100 Yard Freestyle A Final, the Bermudian swimmers, who was representing Northern Colorado, won the gold medal touching the wall in a time of 49.72. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick […]
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| Premier David Burt and Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson are holding a press conference this afternoon [March 1] regarding the 2021-2022 Budget. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Finance Minister Town Hall Meeting Finance Minister: Estimated Savings Of $20M Parliament: Order Of […]
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| The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC] has changed Bermuda’s classification to “Level 3: High Level of Covid-19 in Bermuda,” which is an improvement over our prior classification as Level 4. Screenshot from the page on Bermuda as of today on the CDC website: In October 2020, the CDC changed Bermuda’s country classification […]
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| James Finnigan saw action for the first time as his St. Mary’s Men’s Tennis teammates are off to one of its best starts in recent program history. The Rattlers defeated UT Permian Basin, 5-2, to move to 5-0 overall and 1-0 in Lone Star Conference play. Finnigan was moved into the No. 6 position at […]
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| Bermuda Aviation Services announced the appointment of Ms. Navdeep [Navi] Dhesi as Chief Operating & Financial Officer. In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the company said: “Bermuda Aviation Services Limited [BAS] today announces the appointment of Ms. Navdeep [Navi] Dhesi as Chief Operating & Financial Officer, effective March 1, 2021. “Ms. Dhesi has been […]
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| A man was charged in Magistrates Court this morning [March 1] in connection with the death of Chavelle Dillion Burgess. Kamal Worrell of Warwick was also charged with wounding and multiple assault charges. Mr Worrell was not required to enter a plea as the matter must be heard in the Supreme Court. Ms. Dillon Burgess, […]
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| Clarendon Wallace, The British School of Etiquette Bermuda affiliate held its first International Etiquette Conference: Mindset and Manners Session from 15th to 18th February 2021. Students from Gibraltar, Switzerland, USA and Bermuda met online to participate in the interactive, bespoke Etiquette sessions. The students ranging in age from 13-18 years, engaged in topics related to […]
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| With vaccine administration in Bermuda well underway, Bernews has added a timeline on vaccination progress at our dedicated Covid-19 website at BermudaCovid.com, serving to help keep track of how vaccinations are progressing as time passes, spanning vaccine arrivals, vaccine center openings, amount of vaccines administered and more. The new timeline is located on the vaccination […]
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| For the SailGP Season 2 opener in Bermuda, SailGP Inspire will be partnering with Endeavour Community Sailing Programme, which will “help to continue to build on Endeavour’s efforts to engage a diverse range of Bermuda’s youth in sailing through education programmes and maritime careers.” A spokesperson said, “SailGP Inspire – the global league’s community, education […]
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| Irie 98.3 fm, Bermuda’s 24-hour reggae music station, resumed over-the-air broadcasting at the weekend after engineers moved the station’s transmitter and antenna to government’s new tower in Prospect, Devonshire. “The move will mean Irie’s signal will be stronger and clearer from the new tower,” the station said. Irie owner Ben Fairn said the move took […]
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| Citizens Uprooting Racism In Bermuda [CURB] will be holding a free webinar entitled “Media & Anonymity: Widening the Divide?” tomorrow [March 2]. A spokesperson said, “CURB will be holding a free webinar for the public on Tuesday 2nd March 6:30 – 8:00 pm to discuss and receive input from the public on “Media & Anonymity: […]
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| Kaden Hopkins concluded competing in the National Independence Cyclistic Vuelta 2021 in the Dominican Republic. Hopkins covered the 130km Final Stage distance in a time of 2:55.00 to cross the line 9th, with the same time as the Stage winner Cesar Alberto Marte Arias. Hopkins, the Under 23 Division Defending Champion, finished second in the […]
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| The Bermuda Fat Tire Massive 2020/2021 Mountain Bike Race Series season continued at Hog Bay Park. Robin Horsfield once again proved too strong for the Male Open 60 Minute field when he clocked a 9 lap winning time of 48:35.9, Alexander Miller was second after completing 8 laps clocking 45:11.1, and Liam Flannery also completed […]
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| Madelyn Moore took to the pool to compete in the University of Georgia’s Bulldog Invitational Last Chance Meet. The Bermudian swimmer finished 3rd in the women’s 50 yard freestyle final in a time of 22.79, after having advanced to the final after clocking a preliminary time of 22.81. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd., an international specialty insurance and reinsurance company, has launched with over $3 billion in initial capital. “The Bermuda-based Company has been formed as the result of the previously announced merger between Third Point Reinsurance Ltd., a specialty reinsurer, and Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd., a global multi-line insurer and reinsurer,” a statement from […]
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| The Pelican of London tall ship is visiting the island, with the sail training trip having an aim to provide young people with “vital skills such as communication, team work, lateral thinking and building self-confidence.” According to their website, “Originally named ‘le Pelican’ the ship was built in France in 1948 to work as a […]
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| Bermuda’s newest soldiers finished Recruit Camp at the weekend ready to start the next phase of their careers in the military. Almost 50 recruits completed two weeks of training on Friday and will begin to build on the basics from next week. Private Naphtali Smith, 18, from Pembroke, said: “I’m happy that it’s over – […]
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