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| Gencom — the owners of the currently closed Fairmont Southampton hotel — recently visited along with “investors who are interested in working with them on the redevelopment,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said. Speaking at a press conference yesterday [Nov 1] when asked for an update, Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson said that Gencom were […]
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| The Bermuda National Committee for the United World Colleges [UWC] is seeking applicants for the 2022-2024 intake, with the deadline on Friday, February 4th, 2022. A spokesperson said, “If you are a student entering your last two years of high school, you can get a life-changing opportunity by winning a 2-year UWC scholarship or bursary. […]
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| Noting that the formation of Subtropical Storm Wanda “makes 2021 currently the 3rd most active season on record,” the Bermuda Weather Service advised that the 2021 list of names have now all been used, so any additional storms will be named from an overflow list of names The Bermuda Weather Service posted the graphic below on […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] The Bermuda public was given a brief insight on Friday, October 29th into The Clarence Hill Sports Arena, creatively designed by Atlantic Publishing House [A.P.H.] and built by Michael Dillas. Present were Miles “Trane” Manders, who did the signage, Gail Palacio, artist of a six-foot portrait, and Rodney Smith, consultant representing […]
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| Michaela Antoinette will be holding an art exhibition entitled ‘Infinity Collection’ [Part 1] at The Bermuda Society of Arts, with the grand opening to take place on Friday, November 26th, running until December 15th. A spokesperson said, “What a journey it has been for Bermudian mystic visionary artist and former Barrister and Attorney, Michaela Antoinette. […]
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| The Throne Speech — which outlines the Government’s Legislative Agenda for the year ahead — will be read this Friday, November 5th. Yesterday’s [Nov 1] Official Notice said, “Now Therefore I, the Governor, acting in accordance with the advice which I have received from the Premier, do appoint that, at the next session of the […]
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| Ki-Juan Minors was in action in the Winter Equestrian Festival’s 2021 ESP Fall III International Horse Jumping event in Florida. Minors, riding Clintano, won the Performance Hunter 3 Feet 3 Inches Class. During the Add Back Hunter Class, Minors and Clintano also picked up the Blue Ribbon. Related Stories Video: Philip Correia On Winning FEI […]
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| Vanessa Esposito and her University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] women’s swimming & diving teammates competed against William & Mary squad at the Bee McLeod Recreation Center, with William & Mary winning by a score of 184 – 77. Esposito touched the wall in a time of 2:01.27 to finish 4th in the women’s 200 […]
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| Cassine — which offers a curated selection of natural lifestyle products and more — will be opening their shop Reid Street in Hamilton this Saturday. A spokesperson said, “Cassine will be opening its doors for the first time on Saturday, Nov 6th,2021. Bermuda Shoppers are invited to come and visit our fresh and uplifting unique […]
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| PJ Rodrigues and Jordan Vieira represented the Christchurch Boarding School in the VISA Fall Fleet Championship in the U.S. Vieira skippered the Christchurch B Division number 3 boat, while Rodrigues was the crew on the Christchurch B Division number 1 boat. Vieira and his crew Jaxon Parker Searcy sailed to a 6th place finish in […]
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| The Stationery Store & Stationery Store Plus is set to launch its first ever Black Fridays Sale. A spokesperson said, “Black Fridays is a series of in-store only sales set to launch November 5th. Every Friday throughout the month of November the stores will feature a discount on some of the public’s favorite brands along […]
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| In an “effort to support the national Covid-19 response,” the City of Hamilton said they have “granted the Department of Health use of the Pier 6 [lower] facility as a temporary vaccination center for the months of November and December 2021 and waived all associated rental fees.” A spokesperson explained, “Included in this tenancy is […]
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| Kim Swan and Dr. Jeffrey Sammons will be joining Bernews at 8.00pm this evening [Nov 1] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the duo set to discuss the recently concluded Butterfield Bermuda Championships, golf and more. The video below will start at 8.00pm: Related Stories Video: BNV With Swan, […]
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| WISTA Bermuda has launched a new event series “WISTA Bermuda – 30 Minute Dialogue”, and their inaugural dialogue focused on “seafarer’s welfare in the age of Covid-19 and keeping the global economy moving.” A spokesperson said, “WISTA Bermuda [a local chapter of WISTA International] is a networking organization whose mission is to attract and support women, […]
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| “The last four days at the Port Royal Golf Course have been spectacular and congrats to Lucas Herbert on being crowned champion,” Premier David Burt said, with the Premier also congratulating all the Bermudian golfers and thanking the sponsors, staff and fans. Premier Burt tweeted the photos below, saying he enjoyed watching his constituent Brian […]
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| The Ministry received 6461 test results — spanning three days — and ten were positive, so there are now 66 active cases, of which 10 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU, and the Ministry confirmed the sad news that Bermuda has recorded three more coronavirus related deaths. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded three coronavirus […]
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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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| Vanessa James and Eric Radford concluded competing at the Skate Canada International on the ISU Grand Prix circuit. After finishing the Short Program in fifth with a score of 65.02, the pair then finished the Free Skating Program in fourth with a score of 62.74. James and Radford’s combined score saw them finish 4th overall […]
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| The police confirmed a “fight involving several males” took place in Warwick with “reports indicated about 20 persons were involved in the altercation using helmets, a knife and a machete.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00 p.m. on Friday 22nd October, 2021, police received reports of a fight involving several males at Azura Bermuda, […]
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| Kim Swan and Dr. Jeffrey Sammons will be joining Bernews at 8.00pm this evening [Nov 1] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the duo set to discuss the recently concluded Butterfield Bermuda Championships, golf and more. The video below will start at 8.00pm: Related Stories Video: BNV With Swan, […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Jonté Smith, Dale Eve, Keziah Martin, Justin Donawa, Kole Hall, Roger Lee, D’Andre Wainwright, Amar Lewis, Nahje Smith, T’ai Williams, Jahquil Hill, Ayleal Dill, Nathan Trott, Zeiko Lewis, Jervay Laws, Kenni Thompson, and Delia Ebbin were in action. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammates hosted […]
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| A vehicle was seen overboard in the East End this morning [Nov 1]. The circumstances surrounding this are unclear at this time and further details are limited , however we have asked the police for information and will update as able. Related Stories Court Appearance Anticipated After Collision Driver Abandons Car Overboard In St. David’s […]
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| ZipX Bermuda has announced the move of their collection centre to 15 Gorham Road, between the Lobster Pot and Oleander Cycles, effective today [Nov 1]. ZipX collection customers can pick up their packages from Monday to Friday between 8:30am and 6:30pm and Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Kevin Smith, Managing Director of ZipX Bermuda said, […]
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| The changes to the regulations took effect at 6.00am today [Nov 1], with the changes including the curfew being lifted, and group sizes increased from 20 to 30 people. In releasing the test results on Wednesday [Oct 27], Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce changes to the Public […]
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| Minister of Health Kim Wilson reminded the public that the new U.S. policy which requires foreign national air travellers to the U.S. to be fully vaccinated — with only limited exceptions — starts next week on Monday, November 8th. The U.S. Consulate in Bermuda recently released a statement noting there will be exceptions for children […]
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| AM Best said that the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a+” [Excellent] of Covéa Coopérations remain unchanged following the announcement of a memorandum of understanding between Exor N.V. and Covéa Coop for the sale of PartnerRe Ltd. and its members. Additionally, AM Best has commented that the […]
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| Jack Harvey and his Penn State Men’s Swimming and Diving teammates took on Ohio State, Virginia Tech, and Indiana for their first session of the two-day meet. In the 200 free relay, Penn State finished seventh with a time of 1:22.98. The team included Daniel Raisanen, Devon Chenot, Lachlan Byrne, and Harvey. Harvey finished 13th […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Caitlin Conyers was left heartbroken when she had to withdraw from the UCI Road World Championships in Belgium in September after testing positive for Covid-19. Rather than dwell on her crushing blow, Conyers got back on the bike, quite literally, quenching her competitive juices by competing in races and workouts while […]
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| The road to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia continues with seven Americas teams Argentina, Bahamas, Belize, Bermuda, Canada, Panama and USA all set to compete for two qualifying spots. “The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier supported by Dream 11 marks the second and final Americas pathway event for the […]
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| During October 2021, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included five images showcasing different aspects of the Flora Duffy Day celebration, Raygina Fox and the Bermuda flag at Mount Kilimanjaro in Africa, a crashed car on the rocks, Hamilton Princess Sous Chef Richard Zuill and more. #1 for the month […]
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| The Bermuda Post Office announced that “effective November 6th, 2021, until further notice, the Parcel Post section of the General Post Office in Hamilton will be opened from 8 am to 12 noon on Saturdays.” A Government spokesperson said, “This change will enable the post office to serve the general public better and increase our […]
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| Lucas Herbert had two birdies during the toughest, wind-blown stretch of Port Royal and held steady to the end Sunday for a 2-under 69 to win the 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship. “Herbert closed with four pars to hold off Danny Lee [71] and Patrick Reed, who finished with four birdies over his last six holes […]
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| B4TheParty held a free drive-by Halloween trick or treat event this afternoon [Oct 31] on King Street in Hamilton, delighting young trick or treaters who passed by in vehicles, who received their candy from a range of characters including a monster, witch, Sparky and more. The characters waved at the delighted children as they attended […]
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| Kaden Hopkins was back in action and one again in the mix competing in the Tour of Guadeloupe, as a guest rider for Dominican team Inteja. Stage 8 was a 10k Time-Trial with a brutal last 6k climb, Hopkins finished 19th with a time of 26:24, he was the third member of his team to […]
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| Daniel Phillips returned to the court competing on the Casely Clay Court Open Championships circuit in Florida. In the Main Draw Round of 16, Philips took to the court to face Evan Zhu from the United States of America. Phillips fell in straight sets 6-3, 6-2. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus […]
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| With many of the traditional Halloween festivities not taking place again this year due to the ongoing pandemic, Bernews put together a short Bermuda pumpkin themed video for this evening [Oct 31] showcasing some of the pumpkin related events over the years as well as a short virtual pumpkin celebration. As this week has seen […]
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| Minister of Health Kim Wilson urged people to “exercise caution over the Halloween weekend” asking people to please not attend Halloween parties with “unmasked, large gatherings where you cannot maintain more than 6 feet apart” to “not engage in traditional trick-or-treating where treats are handed to children who go door to door.” In releasing the […]
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| The sixth day of the MTM Open Tennis Championships took place at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Tariq Simons was crowned the A Division Champion following his straight sets 7-6, 6-2 victory over Neal Towlson, while the B Division Semi-Final needed a third set tie-breaker to determine a winner as Muhammad Khan defeated Morgan Lightbourne […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association’s 2021/22 Premier Division season got underway at the BAA Field, with the Dandy Town Hornets hosting the Devonshire Cougars. After a scoreless first half, Cecoy Robinson scored the lone goal of the game in the 54th minute earning the Dandy Town Hornets the win. Related Stories Concacaf U20 Men’s Qualifiers Squad […]
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| Vanessa James and Eric Radford took to the center rink once again at the Skate Canada International on the ISU Grand Prix circuit. James and Radford competed in the Pairs Free Skating Program, where they finished the Free Skating Program in fourth with a score of 62.74. Related Stories Video: Vanessa James & Akim Aliu […]
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| As the Island celebrates Halloween today [Oct 31] — albeit in a muted manner due to the ongoing pandemic — you can take a look back at some of Bermuda’s Halloween events over the past decade including videos of Halloween parties, costume parades, pumpkin carving, pumpkin picking and more here on Bernews TV. Brief animation scroll of […]
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| While this week overall was very tragic in Bermuda, there were still positive things happening, including Zantae Dill and Kaisha Wilson being called to the Bermuda Bar, Madelyn Moore winning the WAC Swimmer of the Week award again, Bermuda’s international business community donating $281,000 for antigen Covid tests for public school students, and Bermuda’s five […]
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| Everest Re Group, Ltd. reported its 2021 third quarter results. Third Quarter 2021 Highlights Gross written premium [“GWP”] growth of 25% year over year to $3.5 billion Insurance segment GWP growth of 43% year over year to $1.0 billion. The second consecutive quarter above $1.0 billion GWP Reinsurance segment GWP growth of 19% year over […]
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| During October 2021, Bernews posted over 200 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month on YouTube included the arrival of Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy, Olympic medalist Clarence Hill, a video of a car still running while crashed […]
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| Kaden Hopkins was back in action and in the mix competing in the Tour of Guadeloupe, as a guest rider for Dominican team Inteja. Stage winner Karl Lauk clocked a winning time of 3:10:42 over a distance of 133.4k, Hopkins finished 13th in the Stage with a time of 3:14:38, he was the third member […]
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| Athene Holding Ltd. has closed a transaction in which it is the lead investor in a combination of Wheels, Inc. and Donlen, LLC. The company said, “Athene Holding Ltd. [Athene], an industry-leading financial services company, has closed a transaction in which it is the lead investor in a combination of Wheels, Inc. [Wheels] and Donlen, […]
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| A Spooktacular Halloween Boo-Thru & Trunk or Treat event was held this afternoon [Oct 30] in Hamilton parish, with attendees greeted by Halloween decor as they arrived in their vehicles to ‘trunk or treat.’ Hosted by Kreative Innovations, the event saw a mask wearing dancing clown handing our candy, as well as a ‘witch’ distributing […]
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| Black Pony Gallery is presenting Faces, a new group of oil paintings by talented Cuban artist Niels Reyes, with the online solo exhibition including ten original works and running from October 29 until November 15, 2021. “When we face a face, we are before the frontier of the Self, before the most sophisticated interface that […]
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| Taylor Pendrith currently sits at 17-under par, he has a three-stroke lead heading into the Championship Field Round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championships going on at the Port Royal Golf Course. Pendrith shot a third-round 65 to tie the tournament record for a low 54-hole score, set by Harry Higgs in 2019. Add his course […]
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| Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the Bailey’s Bay walkway, Pompano Beach, the round-a-bout heading into Hamilton, […]
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