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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 Monetary Authority [BMA] has “cancelled the insurance registration of Economic Risk Insurance, Ltd., a Class 3 insurer, for breaches of the Insurance Act 1978.” A spokesperson said, “Exercising its powers to cancel the registration of the Company pursuant to the provisions of sections 41[1][b][ii], [iv] and [v] of the Insurance Act, the Authority […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 5] include cancellation of registration and acting appointments. Cancellation Of Registration:- Allied Producers Reinsurance Company, Ltd. Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation Of Registration Notice ID: GN0004/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication Date: 05 January 2021 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation […]
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| Wednesday, January 6 is expected to see sunny breaks with a few blustery showers, especially in the morning, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will […]
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| The first ‘Parish Pride Project’ for 2021 will be held this coming Saturday [Jan 9], between 9.00am and 12.00pm. Constituency 11 Devonshire East MP Chris Famous said, “This coming Saturday January 9th, between 9am and 12 pm, we will be holding our first Parish Pride Project for 2021. “We will begin restoration of the boundary […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Jan 5], with the list indicating that there are twenty-two 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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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], in conjunction with SailGP, will be hosting a webinar this Friday [Jan 8] from 3.30pm to 4.45pm. A spokesperson said, “Job seekers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in Bermuda are invited to attend a webinar hosted this Friday by the Bermuda Tourism Authority in conjunction with SailGP. “The free 75-minute information […]
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| The old adage says ‘good things come to those who wait,’ and it seems this will hold true for the start of the new year, with the island still awaiting the first Bermuda baby of 2021 as of January 5th. A quick look back at Bernews archives show that over the past few years, the […]
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| The police have now confirmed the death of 28-year-old Oronde Wilson, who died following a collision yesterday in Southampton. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 28-year-old Oronde Wilson. “Mr. Wilson was seriously injured when the motorcycle he was riding crashed on Middle Road in Southampton near the […]
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| Horseshoe Bay Beach has been included in Condé Nast Traveler’s “25 Best Island Beaches in the World” awards, while the Hamilton Princess was ranked the tenth best Atlantic islands resort. The article on Condé Nast Traveler said, “For our 33rd annual Readers’ Choice Awards survey—yes, more than three decades—our readers leaned in heavily into nostalgia. With […]
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| Bermudian football legend Shaun Goater has been interviewed by the English Football League [EFL], with the former Manchester City striker discussing the upcoming Carabao Cup Semi-Finals. The video description says, “Speaking exclusively to the EFL ahead of the Carabao Cup Semi-Finals, the former Manchester City striker discusses Pep Guardiola, City’s chances of a fourth Carabao […]
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| AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” to Group Ark Insurance Limited [GAIL] [Bermuda]. GAIL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ark Insurance Holdings Limited [Ark], the non-operating holding company of the Ark group. The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings [ratings] is […]
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| Noting a misconception that you have to wait to file a missing person’s report, the police advised “that there is no requirement to wait 48 hours,” and urged people to contact the police right away if have “concerns about the whereabouts of an individual.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service wishes to advise the public that […]
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| The Ministry of Transport confirmed that an officer “has been relieved of duties, and an internal investigation is in progress.” This follows after Ascot Lightbourne, 60, pleaded guilty in Court to piloting the ferry Serenity while impaired. The Gazette reported that, “The court heard that the Serenity left its overnight berth in Hamilton Harbour around […]
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| Superkarts USA will throw the green flag on its 2021 season this coming weekend at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex Presented by MG Tires, kicking off the fourth edition of the organization’s Winter Series in South Florida, with Bermuda’s Scott Barnes set to compete in this SKUSA Winter Series event. Barnes — who competed in the […]
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| Ki-Juan Minors competed in the ESP Holiday & Horses 2020 Series in Wellington, Florida. Minors riding Virella in the 201 Green Hunter 3′ U/S division class finished 5th on day one of the competition. The pair won the 202 Green Hunter 3′ division class and the 203 Green Hunter 3′ division class. Minors and Virella […]
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| The Manders Tennis Management 2021 Singles Championships got underway at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts a day later than scheduled after the first day was completely washed out Unfortunately, rain would also halt the day’s play. In an afternoon A Division match, Trey Mallory was leading Jon Brunson when play was halted. Mallory had won […]
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| January 4 saw 1,200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $18,600.00 BD. 1,200 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing up 3.3% at $15.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,035.51, up 0.18% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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| Following a burglary at a Paget residence today [Jan 4] two suspects, one male and one female, were taken into custody. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 10:45 a.m. today, Monday 4th January, 2021, police received a 911 call, reporting a burglary in progress at a Train Track Lane, Paget, residence. “The caller stated one […]
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| There were 1,566 test results received and two were positive for Covid-19 — one local transmission with known contact and one under investigation — so the island has had 624 total confirmed cases to date, with 95 currently active. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 1,566 test results received by the Ministry of Health since […]
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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 [Jan 4] include contracts valued $50,000 or more. PATI:- Contracts Valued $50,000 Or More – Department Of Statistics Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts Valued $50,000 Or More Notice ID: GN0002/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Public Access to Information [PATI] Publication Date: 04 January […]
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| “Coronavirus restrictions do not expire at midnight, they’ll remain in effect until changed,” Premier David Burt said today, explaining that Cabinet will review recommended changes to the restrictions at tomorrow’s [Jan 5] meeting. The current regulations include, but are not limited to, an 11.00pm to 5am curfew, gatherings limited to a maximum of ten people, […]
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| Tuesday, January 5 is expected to see sunny periods, increasing cloud, and showers developing overnight, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Jan 4], with the list indicating that there are six 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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| Concacaf has cancelled the Concacaf Under-17 Qualifiers and Championship, and the Concacaf Under-20 Championship. The organisation — which is the governing body of football for the Caribbean and Central American region, covering a number of nations and islands including Bermuda — said, “Due to the ongoing impact of Covid-19 on the football calendar and continued […]
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| The Bank of Butterfield today [Jan 4] announced that it will “reopen its temporary Banking Centre at Rosebank Centre in Hamilton to serve seniors and physically challenged clients.” A spokesperson said, “Effective Tuesday, 5 January 2020 and until further notice, Butterfield’s Reid Street [Hamilton], St. George and Somerset Banking Centres, along with the temporary Banking […]
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| As vaccines continue to be administered, the Covid-19 pandemic is still affecting countries around the globe, with the number of confirmed cases worldwide now surpassing 85 million, with over 1,844,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States continuing to have the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A BBC story said, “Coronavirus cases rose in […]
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| [Column written by MP Michael Dunkley] Many residents were happy to see the end of 2020, a year during which many dreams, hopes and expectations were seriously dampened and damaged by the onset of Covid-19. As we enter 2021 with renewed faith and optimism of a New Year we must be cognizant of the fact, while the […]
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| Sari Smith, a 16-year-old violinist, performed on the sidewalks of Hamilton on December 19 in order to donate her earnings to LCCA on behalf of the Rotary Interact Club. Ms. Smith said, “I started violin at the age of 4 and have continued to have a passion for the instrument ever since. “I study music […]
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| Bermudian Ranae Kai Bean has released a new book titled Jewel: Restoring Hidden Treasures Through Christ, with the book detailing the role that faith has played in the author’s life. A spokesperson said, “Ranae Kai is filled with God’s peace and love, while beyond excited to share His goodness with the world. Jewel: Restoring Hidden […]
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| Monday,January 4 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 7:21am and sunset will be at 5:27pm. High tide […]
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| The UK has prepared a draft Order to compel the British Overseas Territories to introduce publicly accessible registers, but said that “in the light of the firm commitments” from the Territories to adopt them, the “UK Government have decided that it is now not necessary to make the Order under Section 51, but will keep […]
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| BELCO announced that “Cemetery Road re-opened to the public on Friday, 1 January, having been closed during the construction of the North Power Station.” A spokesperson said, “The public is advised to use caution when using Cemetery Road as BELCO staff will be making regular crossings of the road to transport equipment and supplies. These crossings […]
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| Skyport said they are “encouraged to see charter flights” between Bermuda and the Azores, and said “the local charter organizers have done a fantastic job in planting the seeds as a successful charter operation” and they will “keep an eye out on the flight’s performance to see whether it is something we can build upon.” A […]
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| Bermudian singer Larrita Adderley has released a single entitled New Freedom, with the singer saying that the song was inspired by the Covid-19 pandemic and the song is to encourage anyone who wants to give up. The song was written by Ms. Adderley, the instrumental was created by SoulFyah Productions, and engineering was done by Shondel […]
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| Guardians of the Reef recently hosted the Bermuda Lionfish Grand Prix, a first in a new series of lionfish culling tournaments to the island where all registration, logging and participation is done online through an innovative angler portal and smartphone app. Fifteen teams took part in November, with 29 anglers, including both freedivers and divers […]
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| Bermuda welcoming 2021, the Queen recognizing Meredith Andrews and Nikita Robinson in the New Year’s Honours List, and Sergeant Damir Armstrong and Corporal Nathan Frick being honoured for courage were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In addition, five hundred meals were donated to families across the island by Take […]
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| The World Health Organization [WHO] has issued its first “emergency use validation” for a Covid-19 vaccine, making the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine the first to receive emergency validation from the WHO, with the vaccine having already been approved by various nations worldwide including the USA, UK, European Union and more. This is the same vaccine that Bermuda […]
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| There were 1,925 test results received and 18 were positive for Covid-19 — 7 imported, 7 local transmission with known contact and 4 under investigation — so Bermuda now has 622 total confirmed positive cases to date, with 134 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 1,925 test results received by the Ministry of […]
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| The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Rebecca Davidson. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating sixteen-year-old Rebecca Davidson. “She was last seen sometime between 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Thursday 31st December 2020, at her Whitney Avenue, Pembroke residence and was reported […]
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| Sunday, January 3 is expected to see cloudy spells, developing light rain or showers at times, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| The Ministry of Education issued a reminder that “Public Schools will continue with remote learning from January 5 to January 12, 2021.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Education Emergency Measures Committee [EEMC] will meet during the week of January 4th to determine any adjustments that will be made as of January 13th, 2021. “The Department […]
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| Today’s [Jan 2] match between Bristol City – which Bermudian footballer Nahki Wells plays for – and Brentford has been postponed after “Covid-19 symptoms became evident within the City squad.” The club’s announcement said, “COVID-19 symptoms have become evident within the City squad. Due to the New Year Bank Holiday closure of the testing laboratory, it […]
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| The H&H Gombeys were out making their rounds yesterday [Jan 1], offering short, physically-distanced performances to help celebrate the first day of the new year, with the troupe traveling to various neighbourhoods across the island. It has been a longstanding tradition that the Gombeys perform on New Year’s Day and that tradition carried on, with […]
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| The police have confirmed that an investigation has commenced into reports of a “social event attended by a significant number of individuals” last night [Jan 1] who were “reportedly not wearing masks nor practicing social distancing.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received reports of a social event attended by a […]
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| Billingham Synthonia announced that they have signed Bermudian goalkeeper Quinaceo Hunt from Durham City. The announcement from the UK based club said, “We are delighted to announce the signing of goalkeeper Quinaceo Hunt from Durham City. Q has played international football for Bermuda at under 17, under 20, and senior levels, including being selected to […]
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| Bermuda has been included in Condé Nast Traveler’s “21 Best Places To Go In 2021″ list, with the article noting our ‘sherbet-colored Bermuda shorts,’ rum swizzle, the African Diaspora Heritage Trail are more. The article on Condé Nast Traveler said, “In putting together our list of the best places to go in 2021, we were faced […]
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| The Ministry of Finance “has paid $234,000 to those who are not working and others who have been directed to quarantine” in the past few weeks, Acting Premier Walter Roban said. This follows after increased restrictions were put in place last month due to an outbreak of Covid-19, with the restrictions including the closure of […]
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| Joe Louis Clark, the baseball bat and bullhorn-wielding Principal whose “unwavering commitment to his students and uncompromising disciplinary methods” at New Jersey’s Eastside High School inspired the 1989 film Lean on Me, has passed away. Mr Clark, the father of the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s Hazel Clark, was at home and surrounded by his family when he succumbed […]
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