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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced that Justin Brenden has been appointed to the role of Chief Actuary, subject to approval by the Bermuda Department of Immigration. A spokesperson said, “As Chief Actuary, Mr. Brenden will lead SiriusPoint’s actuarial organization, with responsibility for global reserving and aligning pricing to drive to the Company’s objective of improving underwriting […]
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| Warwick Academy recently held an online presentation for staff and students with Christo Brand, a prison guard and friend to Nelson Mandela. A spokesperson said, “Warwick Academy was thrilled to have an online presentation for all their staff and students with Mr Christo Brand, who was Nelson Mandela’s prison guard and became his great friend. […]
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| Citing the recent changes to local guidelines, the sharp increase in Covid cases and the CDC moving Bermuda to Level 4, ILS Bermuda announced that the 2021 Convergence networking event “will not go ahead as planned.” A spokesperson said, “In light of recent changes to local guidelines issued by the Government of Bermuda, as well […]
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| House of Assembly in session today, new Covid test results expected today, Phoenix expects antigen tests to cost $15 – $20, 2,340 more vaccines arrived from UK, doctors appeal to the public to get vaccinated, BILTIR Board appoint Natasha Scotland Courcy & Andrew Sooboodoo, ‘Waterfront Man’ store opening on Front Street, Zeiko Lewis leads USL Championship […]
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| Inside Caribbean Football has listed what they consider the best female player of each Caribbean country, with Bermuda’s Kenni Thompson included. Thompson now plays for the London City Lionesses. The Bermuda-born 21-year-old joined from Spanish Women’s First Division side, CD Santa Teresa. Thompson spent most of her professional playing career in Spain, showcasing her talent […]
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| U.S. President Joe Biden has pledged 500 million doses of the Covid vaccine for developing nations, prompting local groups to continue urging the United Kingdom to join the initiative. A spokesperson said, “To beat this pandemic here, we have to beat it everywhere.’ – This is a quote from a speech made by President Joe […]
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| Marcus Manley won the first event on the APGA Tour’s new Farmers Insurance Fall Series, which also saw Bermudian golfer Daniel Augustus take part. Augustus finished 6th, after a two-round score of 3-over par. He shot a first round 3-over par 74, he then shot a second round even par 71. In his second round, […]
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| The Waterfront Group of Companies is opening a new men’s store named ‘Waterfront Man’ on Front Street, with the newly renovated 3000 square ft shop featuring a selection of men’s footwear, accessories, books, gifts and more. A spokesperson said, “The Waterfront Group of Companies has announced it has recently opened a new men’s store named Waterfront […]
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| Registration opens today [Sept 24] for the Marketing Masterplan Workshop, run by local business Rise Marketing. A spokesperson said, “As of today, registration opens for the Marketing Masterplan Workshop run by local business Rise Marketing. The workshop is designed to help small to medium local businesses develop their Marketing Strategy, Marketing plan and a Marketing […]
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| The Ministry and Department of Education provided an update on the Saliva Screening Programme and reminded “parents and guardians that all public schools are continuing with remote learning until further notice.” The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, “As we have repeatedly expressed, our goal is to return to in-person learning as quickly as possible […]
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| Bermudian goalkeeper Quinaceo Hunt has joined the Thornaby Football Club in England, with the club saying “he has huge potential.” Thornaby Football Club are a football club based in Thornaby, Stockton-On-Tees, England that plays in the Northern League Division One. In announcing his signing, the club said, “Quinaceo or Q is a Bermuda international goalkeeper […]
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| A number of local doctors — Dr. Benjamin Lau, Dr. Laura Murphy, Dr. Stephen Kenny, Dr. Annie Pinto, Dr. Sylvanus Nawab, Dr. Sophie Mathew and Dr. Hannah Murray — are appealing to the public to “please get vaccinated.” In an open letter, the doctors said, “Dear Bermuda, We are your healthcare workers. We are your physicians, […]
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| The Bermuda Post Office, an update on Border Controls Quarantine [Covid-19] [No. 3] Order 2020, Disaster Victim Identification Training, an update on the Public Bus Service and the Intercountry Adoptions Approved Jurisdictions are the statements set to be delivered in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 24]. The Bills listed under Orders of the […]
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| 2,340 doses of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine will arrive from the United Kingdom on this evening’s [Sept 23] British Airways flight, Government House has confirmed. Governor Rena Lalgie said, “The UK Government continues to work hard with Bermuda’s Ministry of Health to ensure that vaccines and other medical supplies are available to the people of […]
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| The Bermuda Cabinet approved the appointment of three international experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission on Tuesday [Sept 21], including Mark Spalding, Professor Stephen de Mora, and Dr Ana Colaço. A Government spokesperson said, “On September 21, 2021, the Bermuda Cabinet approved the appointment of three international experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission, established by […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 23] include public notification and notice of intended marriages. Large Group Exemption Simpson Keaveny Wedding Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0926/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 23 September 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations […]
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| Friday, September 24 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, chance of 1 or 2 morning showers, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. […]
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| “There is a distinct lack of leadership from top to bottom in the PLP Cabinet and Government right now,” the OBA’s Douglas De Couto said. Mr. De Couto, who the OBA said is the C25 candidate, said, “Some people think that leadership is ‘being in charge’ — being the boss, giving orders, handing out the prizes. But thoughtful […]
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| If you are interested in topics including sharks, marine life and ocean conservation you will want to tune in at 6.00pm this evening [Sept 23] as Choy Aming — one of the island’s foremost experts in the field — is joining Bernews for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The live […]
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| Tropical Storm Sam — the 18th named storm of the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season – has formed in the Atlantic ocean. Tropical Storm Sam is “not a threat to Bermuda at this time”, Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 1378 nm to the […]
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| The Phoenix Stores has provided an update on antigen tests, saying they expect to receive a supply by the end of next week and “customers can expect to purchase the individual units from any of our dispensaries, ranging in price from approximately $15-$20.” Government: “Antigen Tests Can Now Be Imported For Personal Use” This follows after […]
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| Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] announced that Board member Natasha Scotland Courcy is their new Vice-Chair, and that Andrew Sooboodoo has joined the Board. The Board appointments were confirmed at BILTIR’s annual 2021 Bermuda International Life and Annuity Conference, which was held as a virtual event on September 23rd. Natasha Scotland Courcy […]
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| Mosaic Insurance has expanded its cybersecurity business line internationally, with the addition of new team members to its UK-based unit. A spokesperson said, “The specialty insurer began underwriting global cyber coverage from Chicago April 1, just two months after launching with headquarters in Bermuda, a new Lloyd’s syndicate, 1609, and a network of underwriting hubs […]
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| Two more coronavirus related deaths, 58 people in hospital with 14 in ICU, 86,676 total vaccinations given so far, over 1800 cases announced so far this month, more Covid-19 vaccines arriving today, MarketPlace extends discount until end of year, Lieutenant Ci’re Bean trains with Royal Navy, Flora Duffy ‘devastated’ that triathlon is cancelled, and new addition to […]
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| Bermudian footballer Zeiko Lewis is leading the entire USL Championship League in assists, recording a total of nine so far this season. Lewis tallied his latest assist and won the Man of the Match award from his Charleston Battery team following their recent 1-1 draw against Miami FC. The USL Championship is a professional men’s […]
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| The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation is offering a ‘Remote Learning Support Service’ for ”frontline workers who are in need of remote learning support services for their child.” The Government posted the graphic online below, and said, “Front line workers we are here to support you and your family! The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation […]
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| England has advised that “the rules for international travel to England will change from the red, amber, green traffic light system to a single red list of countries and simplified travel measures for arrivals from the rest of the world.” The section from their official website said: From 4am Monday 4 October 2021, the rules […]
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| Anthony Phipps competed on the Moonlit Golf Tour at the Black Bear Golf Club in Mount Dora, Florida. Playing at the P. B. Dye designed Championship 18 hole links style par 72 golf course, Phipps finished T8th after shooting an even par round of 72. Related Stories Match Play Championships Quarter Finals Bermuda Match Play […]
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| Brown and Company Ltd. recently completed the installation of a new sensory/relaxation garden in the courtyard area of The Department of Child and Adolescent Services at the Mid Atlantic Wellness Institute. A spokesperson said, “Brown and Company Ltd. is proud to have recently completed the installation of a new sensory/relaxation garden in the courtyard area […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited announced share repurchases and total shares in issue. The filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that during the month of August 2021, Somers purchased 1,138 of its own common shares at an average cost of $17.00 per share. The […]
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| Sompo International has reached agreement to purchase an Italian agriculture insurance company, with the transaction expected to close within the first quarter of 2022. A spokesperson said, “Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced today that reached an agreement to purchase ARA 1857 S.p.A.- Assicurazioni Rischi Agricoli […]
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| Three young Bermuda footballers — Matthew Moreno, Sancho Jackson, and Vishan Patton — are all now members of the Alicante Football Academy International Club in Spain. Jackson is a member of the Under 23 team playing as a center back, Moreno has been named Vice-Captain of the Under 19 team, and Patton is also a […]
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| September 22 saw 100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $3,625.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $36.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,546.38, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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| Hospitalisations from January 11 to September 18 — including repeat admissions — totalled 183, of which 169 [92.3%] were not fully vaccinated, while 14 [7.7%] were fully vaccinated, the Government said this evening. The Governnment also noted that during the same time period, there were 30 deaths, of which 26 [86.7%] were not fully vaccinated, […]
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| As of September 18th, Bermuda has administered a total of 86,676 vaccinations — an increase of 482 since the previous week — and 66.2% of the population has received two doses thus far. A Government spokesperson said, “We have completed week 36 of vaccinations. Since January 11, Bermuda has administered a total of 86,676 vaccinations. […]
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| The Ministry received 4074 test results – spanning two days — and 168 were positive, so there are now 1547 active cases, of which 58 people are in hospital, with 14 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry has confirmed two more deaths. “Sadly, Bermuda has suffered two more coronavirus related deaths,” said Minister of Health, […]
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| The Government has confirmed the sad news that there have been two more coronavirus related deaths. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has suffered two more coronavirus related deaths. I extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of those who recently lost a loved one to circumstances related to the coronavirus.” […]
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| Thursday, September 23 is expected to see some sunny periods with a few showers, easing overnight, 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 ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA Shadow Minister for Legal Affairs and Transport Scott Pearman] In politics, what goes unsaid often reveals the true narrative. It’s been observed before: silence speaks volumes. When Parliament returned from the short August break, the House of Assembly was demonstrably silent. The PLP has 30 elected MPs. Yet last Friday […]
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| The Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] Bus Division and Marine & Ports Division are holding a press conference this afternoon [Sept 22], and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. The island’s public transportation service is currently suspended, with the ferry service having been suspended since yesterday [Sept 21] […]
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| Recent graduates from Saltus Grammar School are celebrating their success on the Advanced Placement [AP] examinations that were completed in May and June of this year. A spokesperson said, “Despite the impact that Covid-19 has had on educational institutions around the world, the recent graduates from Saltus are celebrating their success on the Advanced Placement […]
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| [Opinion column written by Opposition Senate leader of the OBA/Shadow Minister of Education Ben Smith] The Minister of Education the Honourable Diallo Rabain has continued to promote the role that testing can play in getting our local schools to return in-person learning. He stated, “The saliva screening programme is an additional safety measure to keep […]
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| Lili Bermuda will be hosting a webinar tomorrow [Sept 23] to discuss the story of the 150-year-old Piesse & Lubin fragrance recovered from the shipwreck Mary Celestia. The event poster says, “Join us virtually in Bermuda as we discuss the fascinating story of the Piesse & Lubin fragrance recovered intact from the shipwreck Mary Celestia. […]
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| Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott will be holding a press conference at around 10.30am this morning [Sept 22], and we will be live streaming it below. The topic of the press conference was not stated, however it comes as the island’s public transportation service is suspended, with the ferry service having been suspended since yesterday [Sept 21] […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Dale Eve, Reggie Lambe, Triston Hall, Sincere Hall, Zenawi Bowen, Stefan Simmons, Detre Bell, and Arnezha Astwood were in action. Nathan Trott Nathan Trott and his AS Nancy Lorraine teammates went down 4 – 1 to Grenoble Foot 38 in their French Ligue 2 Division match. Dale Eve […]
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| The Bermuda Equestrian Federation are congratulating Julia Slade and her horse Sur La Mur on successfully qualifying for three annual Championship Finals. A spokesperson said, “This last year has placed several challenges on grade 9 student Julia Slade and she has handled each one in perfect stride. “The original plan was for her horse, Sur […]
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| Port Royal Pros Steve Lambert and Andrew Trott Francis finally won the Greg Maybury Cup at the sixth attempt breaking the dominance of the Ocean View Pros. The Greg Maybury Professional Cup is a tournament between Ocean View Golf Course Professionals and Port Royal Golf Course Professionals. Playing at the Ocean View Golf Course, Brian […]
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| New Covid results expected today, ‘Covid exposure’ at K Margaret Carter Centre, no bus and ferry service again today, devices to help people who are visually impaired ripped off over 20 crossings in City, only passengers will be allowed in the airport, Wallpaper Wednesday features emoji, BWS does not deem storm a threat, and Wilton Re […]
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| Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates finished up their 2021 season with a record of 58-61, with Hall leading the team in the Batting Average with .248, he also led the team in Stolen Bases with 26. Hall season stats saw him have 294 At Bats, scoring 40 Runs, off 73 Hits, with 3 […]
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| Raishun Burch was back in action competing in the FUNDIS Youngster Tour [CSIYH1*] International Horse Jumping event in Germany. On the second day, Burch competed in one class. Competing in the Qualification for 6-Year-Old Horses Class, Burch and Neon Spotlight Z finished 21st with a time of 82.02, with 6 Penalty Fault Points. Related Stories […]
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