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| The Bermuda Educators Council [BEC] will hold elections on Thursday, November 4 to elect 11 members to serve for the 2021-2025 school years. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Educators Council will hold elections on Thursday, November 4, 2021 from 4.00pm to 7.00pm in the CedarBridge Academy cafeteria to elect 11 members to serve for the […]
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| The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] has released their latest stamp series, Bermuda Greetings, which highlights the Christmas season. “The stamp releases, which feature vibrant imagery of the festive season, are now available for purchase from the General Post Office in Hamilton, as well as various sub post offices around the island,” a spokesperson said. The […]
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| The cruise ship The World – “the largest private residential ship on the planet” – arrived in Bermuda yesterday morning [Oct 12]. The vessel’s website says, “The largest private residential ship on the planet, The World is home to only 165 residences. “An international community of residents and guests spend extensive time exploring the most […]
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| Mergers and acquisitions tax specialist Jon Hutchens has joined Mosaic Insurance as the company’s SVP, Global Head of Tax, Transactional Liability. A spokesperson said, “Mergers and acquisitions tax specialist Jon Hutchens has joined Mosaic Insurance as the company builds out its US-based transactional liability team to meet record demand in the sector. “Based in Virginia, […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the longtail, an iconic bird in Bermuda, with the Bermuda flag in the background. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, as well as social media cover graphics, visit BermudaCovers.com, and if you would like to request a specific Bermuda-related phone wallpaper design, please […]
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| RenaissanceRe Holdings announced it estimates that losses from certain 2021 catastrophe events will have a net negative impact of approximately $725 million on the Company’s third quarter 2021 results of operations. This estimate is primarily comprised of net negative impacts of approximately $440 million from Hurricane Ida in August 2021 and approximately $210 million from the severe flooding in Northwestern Europe in July 2021. In addition, […]
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| October 12 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,571.66, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 11 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 8 […]
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| [Written by Don Burgess] Five people have tested positive in the back-to-school screenings so far. A Ministry of Education spokesperson told Bernews 12 schools had been tested with four positive cases amongst students and one for staff. Schools included are Gilbert Institute, Port Royal Primary, West Pembroke, Prospect Primary, Purvis Primary, East End Primary, Success […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 12] include large group exemptions & notice of intended marriages. Large Group Exemption Flora Duffy Tribute Concert & Reception Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0988/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 12 October 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency […]
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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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| Wednesday, October 13 is expected to see increasing cloud with a few showers developing, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am and […]
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| The Bermuda Business Development Agency recently held a climate risk finance roadshow in New York City, with the BDA delegation holding 16 meetings with some of “New York’s leading law firms, advisers, and asset managers.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] conducted an extraordinarily successful climate risk finance roadshow in New York […]
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| Michael Sims and Camiko Smith co-lead after posting 1-over par 72 following the first round of the 2021 local qualifier at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “Michael Sims and Camiko Smith co-lead after posting 1-over par 72 following the first round of the 2021 local qualifier at Port Royal Golf Course. The two-day […]
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| An art and photography exhibit by clients of Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute [MWI] will be open until Tuesday, October 19 at the Bermuda Society of Arts in City Hall. A spokesperson said, “This year’s art and photography exhibit by clients of Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute will be open until Tuesday 19 October for viewing at the Bermuda […]
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| The Bermuda Virtual Tech Summit will kick off tomorrow [Oct 13], and the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] encourages the public to register now. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] encourages the public to register now for its Bermuda Virtual Tech Summit 2021 beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, October 13. “This year’s summit – […]
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| The AgraLiving Institute will be holding an online course series starting this Saturday [Oct 16] covering “sustainable farming knowledge.” A spokesperson said, “The AgraLiving Institute is excited to present their online course series as an option for the community to access sustainable farming knowledge at their convenience. “The series is made up of six courses […]
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| The MarketPlace has announced that its round-up campaign has raised nearly $60,000 for The Salvation Army and St Vincent de Paul Society. A spokesperson said, “The MarketPlace today announced that its round-up campaign has raised nearly $60,000 for two charities supporting those continued to be heavily impacted by Covid-19. “Customers across the island supported The […]
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| Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is hosting a mailbox for fans to drop off letters for Flora Duffy. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, a frequent collaborator of Flora Duffy’s, is hosting a mailbox for fans to drop off letters for the Olympian. Tim Morrison [General Manager], Arrington Smith [Guest Service Agent] and […]
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| Clinical Dietitian Sarah Williamson will be joining Bernews at 12.15pm today [Oct 12] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with Ms Williamson set to discuss nutrition myths, health, Covid, and more, a topic which she addressed in a recent column. Ms Williamson is a Registered Dietitian in both Bermuda and […]
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| Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy acknowledged Clarence Hill — the first Bermudian to win an Olympic medal — during the special presentation held yesterday [Oct 11] at the Cabinet Office, saying that he showed that a Bermudian could win a Olympic medal, and paved the way. “Thank you to Clarence,” Ms Duffy said, resulting in applause […]
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| The Bermuda Tech Summit is set to get underway tomorrow [Oct 13], with Steven Rees Davies to chair a breakout session entitled ‘Living, Employed and Deployed in Tech Central’ on Thursday [Oct 14]. A spokesperson said, “Employment opportunities that could emerge as a result of Bermuda’s growing technology sector should not be underestimated, according to […]
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| The Board of Directors of White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. has elected Suzanne F. Shank as a director of the Company. A spokesperson said, “Ms. Shank is the President, CEO and co-founder of Siebert Williams Shank & Co., LLC, a full-service investment banking firm offering debt and equity origination services to a wide range of […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced that Bobby Heerasing has been appointed to the newly-created role of Head of International Strategic Business Development. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Heerasing comes on board in the newly-created role of Head of International Strategic Business Development. He will be responsible for the strategy and development of SiriusPoint International’s growth objectives, managing strategic […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] In the final senate session for this term on Wednesday, October 6th the junior Minister of the Cabinet Owen Darrell presented a statement on the Bermuda Post office. This was a statement to highlight the new initiatives that would help to save a department that has […]
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| Clinical Dietitian Sarah Williamson will be joining Bernews at 12.15pm today [Oct 12] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with Ms Williamson set to discuss nutrition myths, health, Covid, and more, a topic which she addressed in a recent column. Ms Williamson is a Registered Dietitian in both Bermuda and […]
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| The local and international business communities strongly are encouraging the community to “actively take all recommended measures to protect themselves and others from the Covid-19 virus,” the Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] said. A spokesperson said, “The local and international business communities strongly encourage everyone in Bermuda to actively take all recommended measures to […]
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| The Fight Night event has been postponed until January 29th 2022. An email sent out by the organisers said, “Fight Night champion has been approved and postponed to January 29th 2022 as consideration must be giving to the current Covid-19 climate in Bermuda. “Our duty is to provide an atmosphere that is safe for all […]
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| The Bermuda Government confirmed that Gilbert Institute, Port Royal Primary, and West Pembroke Primary opened yesterday [Oct 11], while Victor Scott Preschool, Prospect Primary, and Purvis Primary will open today [Oct 12]. A Government spokesperson said, “Please be advised of the following schools that opened successfully yesterday: Monday, October 11, 2021 1. Gilbert Institute 2. […]
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| Bermuda’s National Men’s Bowling Team leave the island on Wednesday for Cali Colombia to compete in the Pan American and Champion of Champions tournament, which will serve as the qualification events for next years World Cup and World Games The tournament runs from October 15th – 22nd, 2021. The team of David Maycock, Lamar Richardson, […]
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| Daniel Augustus has won the 2021 IGTA Players Championship at the Champions Gate Golf Club in Orlando, Florida. Augustus shot a two-round total 141 to win by 1-stroke over Felix Rivera. Augustus shot a first round 67, before shooting a second round 68. Following his performance, Augustus said, “Winning is great, I have to remain […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [“BSX”], LOM Financial Limited announced that they had no share repurchases for September 2021. LOM is a publicly-held, international financial services company, providing a complete range of investment services and products, with subsidiaries in Bermuda, Bahamas and the UK. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 11 […]
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| Emma and Jack Harvey and their Penn State men’s & women’s swimming and diving teammates defeated Navy in their first meet of the 2021-2022 season. The men’s team recorded a 181-119 win, while the women earned a 209-91 win. Competing in the men’s 200 yard backstroke, Jack Harvey finished in third with a time of 1:52.46. The […]
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| October 11 saw 7,274 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $267,319.50 BD. 7,274 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $36.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,571.66, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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| Crowds lined the streets today [Oct 11] to celebrate the arrival of Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy, with people lining almost every part of the route from east to west, many waving flags and holding signs, with some rushing out to give Ms Duffy drinks and flowers. The excitement was clearly obvious as the gold […]
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| Crowds lined the streets today [Oct 11] to celebrate the arrival of Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy, with people lining almost every part of the route from east to west, many waving flags and holding signs, with some rushing out to give Ms Duffy drinks and flowers. The excitement was clearly obvious as the gold […]
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| Mayor of Hamilton Charles Gosling presented Olympic champion Flora Duffy with the ‘Key to the City’ today. “The formal presentation of a ‘Key to the City’ is a symbolic gesture of honour and respect bestowed upon trusted individuals,” a spokesperson explained. “The tradition can be traced back to medieval times when cities were enclosed by […]
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| The Ministry received 5141 test results — spanning three days — and 35 were positive, so the island now has 658 active cases, of which 37 people are in hospital, with 9 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry has confirmed there have been three more deaths. “Bermuda has recorded three more coronavirus related deaths. I […]
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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 End-to-End Charitable Trust announced that the 34th annual AXA End-to-End event will take place on Saturday, October 23rd with starts in St. George’s, the Botanical Gardens and on Beacon Hill Road. The finish line will be at the Royal Naval Dockyard. All participants must register online in advance. Anne Mello, Chair of the […]
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| A group of international business professionals has launched the Association for Corporate Racial Equity [ACRE], and will hold a virtual panel discussion on Wednesday, October 13th. A spokesperson said, “A committed group of International Business [IB] professionals has launched the Association for Corporate Racial Equity [ACRE] in response to the historic and present underrepresentation of […]
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| The Butterfield Bermuda Championship announced today [Oct 11] that it has extended the tournament’s first sponsor exemption to Brian Morris, who has terminal stage 4 brain cancer. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship announced today it has extended the tournament’s first sponsor exemption to Brian Morris, who will make his first professional start at […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 11] include large group exemptions. Large Group Exemption Funeral/Memorial For Keenen Butterfield Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0984/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 11 October 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations 2021 Large Group […]
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| Bermuda’s Zenawi Bowen and Joshua Joseph both scored for Thomas College Men’s Soccer team as they played to a 3-0 victory over SUNY-Cobleskill. The school’s match report said, “Men’s Soccer cruised to a 3-nil win over SUNY-Cobleskill on Saturday afternoon on Smith Field, scoring all three goals in the first half. “Sophomore Hunter Smith [Oakland, […]
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| Vanessa James and her partner Eric Radford began competing in the 2021 Finlandia Trophy in Finland. The Finlandia Trophy is the third in a series of nine events of the 2021-22 Figure Skating Challenger Series. The pair representing Canada finished 3rd in the Short Program with a score of 67.55. Related Stories James & Aliu […]
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| Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is advising the public that it has “closed its public reception desk in its Hamilton office to in-person activities until further notice.” A spokesperson said, “The Hamilton office located in Craig Appin House on Wesley Street has been convenient for many people to pay their bills. “Due to the high risk […]
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| Flora Duffy is scheduled to arrive today [Oct 11], with Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medalist to travel from the airport to Hamilton via a special celebratory motorcade. Live video below: A spokesperson previously said, “On Monday at 2.15 pm, following the receipt of her arrival Covid-19 PCR test results, Flora will travel from the L.F. […]
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| Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has promoted Richard Zuill to the role of Sous Chef for the resort. A spokesperson said, “A Junior Sous Chef at the hotel since 2018, Mr Zuill, a Bermudian, has gone from strength to strength and has made a name for himself both with guests and colleagues with his exciting […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority announced the appointment of Ashley Kibblewhite as the Director of its Banking, Trust, Corporate Services and Investments [BTCSI] Department, effective October 4th. A spokesperson said, “As part of the BMA’s succession planning, the Authority, in February 2021, undertook an extensive search via a selection committee led by BMA Chief Executive Officer, […]
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| Bermuda’s Trey Mallory — who competes for the University of North Carolina Wilmington — won the Black Draw singles championship at the Bulldog Invitational after defeating Juan Martin Jalif. The University’s report said, “Freshman Trey Mallory of UNCW reeled off four singles victories to capture the Black Draw singles championship early Sunday at the Bulldog […]
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| Flora Duffy is scheduled to arrive today [Oct 11], with Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medalist to travel from the airport to Hamilton via a special celebratory motorcade. A spokesperson previously said, “On Monday at 2.15 pm, following the receipt of her arrival Covid-19 PCR test results, Flora will travel from the L.F. Wade International Airport […]
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