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| September 17 saw 300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $6,903.00 BD. 300 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 4.1% at $23.01 per share. The BSX finished at 2,559.88, down 0.35% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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| “Our situation is critical. This outbreak continues to spread fast, it is everywhere in our community and, at the risk of causing panic, it is only a matter of time before the situation is unmanageable,” Health Minister Kim Wilson said this evening. In releasing the latest test results this evening [Sept 17] Minister Wilson said, ”The hospital, public and […]
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| [Updated: Government now confirm that “bus service has been suspended until further notice” and subsequently stated that “bus service has been interrupted due to industrial action taken by the Bus Operators” who “raised concerns regarding health and safety standards in the workplace.”] The list of bus cancellations for this morning [September 17] indicated that there are […]
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| Bermuda’s Under 20 Women’s National team won their second consecutive match in the CONCACAF Women’s Under-20 Championship Qualifying in Curacao, making another impressive showing to claim a 4 – 0 win over Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. This was the team’s second match following after their 5 – 0 victory over the U.S. Virgin Islands […]
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| “Antigen tests can now be imported for personal use,” the Government advised this evening, adding “the public can use antigen kits for personal use to empower themselves [whether vaccinated or not] to protect vulnerable persons in their midst, for example, before visiting an elderly relative or before attending a social gathering.” A spokesperson said, “Antigen […]
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| “The Bermuda Advisory Committee on Immunisation Practices [BACIP] met yesterday and agreed that booster vaccines be recommended for Bermuda,” Health Minister Kim Wilson said. In releasing tonight’s test results, Health Minister Kim Wilson said, ”This is great news. The recommended target groups for booster vaccines are persons who have immunosuppressing conditions and Chronic Health Diseases, health care workers, […]
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| The Ministry received 3543 test results from Tuesday and there are now 1238 active cases, of which 51 people are in hospital, with 13 in ICU, and sadly the Ministry has confirmed another death. These figures are the worst we have ever reported, marking the highest active cases, the most cases in one day, the […]
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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 [Sept 17] include notification of planning applications registered, embodiment of the Bermuda Reserve Police, grant of Bermudian status, and large group exemption. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised September 17, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0913/2021 Public Authorities […]
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| Saturday, September 18 is expected to see rather cloudy developing wet spells that turn heavy at times, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board has just confirmed that they are moving to “Disaster Alert Level 4″ today — this is the highest alert level — due to “the high number of Covid-19 patients in hospital.” This marks the first time during the pandemic that BHB has ever moved to the highest alert level. Michael Richmond, […]
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| Due to the recent surge in Covid-19 cases on the island, the Government says that “some public services are being affected.” Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns, said, “Bermuda is currently navigating a very rapid and serious outbreak of the coronavirus. And this is having a significant impact on staffing resources in both […]
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| Due to the surge in Covid-19 cases, a 12.30am to 5.30am curfew came into effect today [Sept 17], with the Bermuda Police Service saying “our aim is to ensure compliance.” Na’imah Astwood, the Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operations – said, “Our aim is to ensure compliance as we endeavour to work alongside our […]
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| Union Gas Station has temporarily closed as of this morning [Sept 17] due to one of the staff members testing positive for Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “We would like to notify our valuable customers that we unfortunately had to close Union Gas as of this morning, due to one of our staff members testing positive […]
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| [Updated] The list of bus cancellations for this morning [September 17] indicated that there are 71 bus runs cancelled so far today, and it is likely more cancellations will occur. As far as the official announcements there were 78 runs cancelled on Monday, 90 cancelled on Tuesday, 39 runs cancelled on Wednesday and over 220 […]
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| The official 8-page document relating to the new regulations, including the reinstatement of the night-time curfew, has been posted online, with the new regulations in effect as of 12.00pm today [Sept 17]. One aspect of the regulations is a 12.30am – 5am curfew, and the document notes that “except as permitted by these Regulations or […]
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| Noting they are grateful to the community for the support, the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] said they “strongly urge the public not to attend the hospital for a prayer event currently circulating on social media” as “if this event goes ahead it will place extra pressure on hospital staff.” A spokesperson said, “BHB is grateful […]
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| The Bermuda National Athletics Association will hold its Annual General Meeting on Thursday, September 30th, via Zoom. BNAA President Donna Raynor said, “The BNAA AGM will be held on Thursday, September 30th, 2021 at 6:00pm via Zoom. There will be elections for all positions of the Board of Directors[6]. “All nominations have to be submitted […]
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| The Progressive Labour Party has extended congratulations to the Progressive Liberal Party in the Bahamas, and its leader, newly elected Prime Minister Philip Davis. A spokesperson said, “Today, the Progressive Labour Party, its executive and its leadership extends warm congratulations to our sister party in the Bahamas, the Progressive Liberal Party and its leader, newly […]
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| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr. Ernest Peets is joining Bernews at 12.30pm this afternoon [Sept 17] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the Minister set to discuss sports guidance, large group exemptions and more. The Minister recently announced that “given the increasing cases of coronavirus that Bermuda […]
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| The island is now experiencing record high Covid figures — so far this month we have the highest ever active cases, the most people in hospital, the most people in ICU and the most cases ever announced in a day — and according to data compiled by two leading sources, we also have the most […]
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| 16-year-old Bermuda equestrian Cody Rego has qualified for two of the top annual championships in the United States, including the ASPCA Maclay National Championship and the Dover Saddlery USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals. A spokesperson said, “Earlier this year, 16-year-old Bermuda equestrian Cody Rego was invited to join the acclaimed equestrian facility North Run as […]
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| Due to the surge in Covid-19 cases — the island currently has a record high 1083 active cases — a number of new regulations take effect today [Sept 17], including a 12.30am – 5am curfew. Speaking at the Covid-19 technical briefing on Wednesday [Sept 15], Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “To protect against future […]
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| The list of bus cancellations for this morning [September 17] indicated that there are 71 bus runs cancelled so far today, and it is likely more cancellations will occur. As far as the official announcements there were 78 runs cancelled on Monday, 90 cancelled on Tuesday, 39 runs cancelled on Wednesday and over 220 runs […]
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| Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. announced the appointment of Kevin Marzec as Head of Management Liability for its US Excess and Surplus [E&S] business. A spokesperson said, “Reporting to Clay Rhoades, President, US E&S, Marzec joined Hamilton last month and has responsibility for building out the US-based book of management liability insurance business, leveraging Hamilton Insurance DAC, […]
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| RMS estimates total onshore and offshore U.S. insured losses from Hurricane Ida to be between US$31 and US$44 billion, and with the island being home to many of the world’s top re/insurers it is expected some will be paying claims, “The estimate builds upon the earlier industry loss estimate of US$25-$35 billion for the Gulf […]
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| September 16 saw 1,146 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $41,723.20 BD. 1,146 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $36.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,568.92, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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| While it was originally announced that there would be a fireworks display as part of the ‘Flora Duffy Day’ celebration, there has been a change of plans, with officials stating that due to the increasing Covid-19 cases, they “decided against a fireworks display due to the nature of such an event which may encourage large […]
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| A number of groups and community members have appealed to the UK to join an initiative aimed at making Covid vaccines available to less developed countries, stating that “promoting vaccine access – ending ‘vaccine apartheid’ – constitutes both a moral imperative and serves the interest of the whole of humanity.” The Joint Statement said, “This […]
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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 [Sept 16] include the grant of Bermudian status and large group exemptions. Large Group Exemption Memorial Service For Alex Stephenson Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0909/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 16 September 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency […]
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| [Updated: Over 80 bus runs cancelled on Thursday morning and over 140 in the afternoon] “Bus services have been impacted due to staff shortages,” the Ministry said, adding that “the current expectation is that there will be additional cancelled routes.” There were 78 runs cancelled on Monday, 90 cancelled on Tuesday and 39 runs cancelled […]
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| The fourth annual BEDC Summer Student Entrepreneur Programme [SSEP] has concluded, with DeJahnique Hunt, Massassi Maxwell-Smith, Xela Swan, Sofhia Rae Pagsanjan, Zyun Burgess, Nymira Raynor, Ny’Zayah James, Joshua Allen, Marli Spriggs, Vincent Darrell, and Lauren Allen graduating from the programme. On Friday, September 3rd the fourth annual BEDC Summer Student Entrepreneur Programme ended with an […]
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| Friday, September 17 is expected to see cloud cover remains with a few showers, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 7.04am and […]
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| “The Government is faced with many challenges due to the pandemic and are forced to make some very difficult decisions as a result,” the BPSU said, adding that “this, however, does not negate the requirement for proper consultation with community stakeholders.” Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] President Armell Thomas said, “On Friday, September 10, 2021, […]
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| BF&M is supporting the Bermuda Diabetes Association pilot programme to screen fifty people with diabetes who have little or no health insurance, for diabetic retinopathy, with BF&M covering the full cost of the pilot programme. “Loss of vision through Diabetic Retinopathy is a major concern for patients with diabetes. Most patients who develop diabetic retinopathy have no symptoms […]
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| “The recent amendments to Bermuda’s human rights legislation mark an important step in ensuring that Bermuda has an independent Human Rights Tribunal that can efficiently and expertly adjudicate cases for the protection of human rights in Bermuda,” the Human Rights Commission said. A spokesperson said, “The recent amendments to Bermuda’s human rights legislation mark an important […]
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| Citing the increase Covid-19 cases, the City of Hamilton said the Taste of Bermuda Drive-In Experience– which was scheduled to take place from September 24-26 — has been postponed. A spokesperson said, “Due to the rise of Covid-19 infections in Bermuda, the City of Hamilton regrets to inform the public that this year’s Taste of Bermuda Drive-In […]
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| Endeavour has announced that a number of young sailors have benefitted from its SailGP Inspire Work Experience Program as it embarks on SailGP Season 2. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour, a Bermuda-registered charity that engages diverse young people from across Bermuda in experiential learning through sailing, continues to partner with SailGP Inspire, SailGP’s community, education, and […]
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| [Updated: Police have now confirmed the death of Duane Gibbons, 57, who was fatally stabbed early this morning.] The police have confirmed the death of a male who was found in an unresponsive state in the Blue Hole Hill area, and said they have commenced an investigation. A police spokesperson said, “At 2:20 a.m. today, […]
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| Bermudian cyclists Caitlin Conyers, Kaden Hopkins, Conor White, Nic Narraway, Alexander Miller, and Liam Flannery will be heading to Belgium next week to compete in the UCI Road World Championships. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda will be represented at the UCI Road World Championships in Belgium next week by six athletes. Caitlin Conyers [Elite Women], Kaden Hopkins, […]
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| The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the Island’s inaugural Youth Climate Summit will take place from November 22 – 27. The week-long event aims to prepare and empower students, ages 13-22, to address climate issues on a local level and is the foundation for a year of youth-lead sustainability, conservation, and climate justice initiatives. […]
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| “Since June, we have prepared six case files for the Police and Prosecutions,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in reference to cases that involve non-compliance with public health directions. Speaking at last night’s [Sept 15] Covid-19 technical briefing, Minister Wilson said, “The Ministry of Health’s team of compliance officers is working closely with the […]
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| The Bermuda Blood Donor Centre is currently in need of O positive blood, and is requesting members of the public to donate if possible. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Blood Donor Centre is currently in need of O positive blood and is requesting members of the public donate where possible. If you are able to […]
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| Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has announced that Professor Francesca Gino of Harvard Business School will be the keynote speaker at their 2021 annual conference. A spokesperson said, “Professor Gino is an expert on the psychology of organisations and author of Rebel Talent: Why it Pays to Break the Rules in Work […]
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| The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] announced the appointment of Dr Charlotte Andrews to the newly created role of Head of Cultural Heritage. A spokesperson said, “Dr. Andrews gained her master’s and doctorate in Heritage and Museum Studies from the University of Cambridge and has worked in Bermuda’s cultural sector for over 20 years. She has […]
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| Bacardi Limited is celebrating Bermuda’s black-owned bars and restaurants with the release of their digital magazine entitled Bacardi Celebrates, and is the first in a series, with future editions to “focus on women-owned businesses, the LGBTQ+ community, and highlight the diverse landscape and rich cultural heritage of the island.” A spokesperson said, “Family-owned Bacardi Limited, […]
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| Investment management firm DigitalArray ISAC Ltd. has announced its DigitalArray fund platform, which “enables select investment firms in the digital asset space to launch new funds quickly and inexpensively with the support of top service providers.” A spokesperson said, “Investment management firm DigitalArray ISAC Ltd. today announced the inception of its DigitalArray fund platform, which […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells and Zeiko Lewis were in action in England and the USA. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammates earned a 1-1 draw against Luton inEngland. Zeiko Lewis Zeiko Lewis and his Charleston Battery teammates earned a point on the road in a 1-1 draw against Atlanta […]
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| Daniel Augustus was back in action on the Moonlight Golf Tour’s round at the Champions Gate International Golf Club in Florida. The Bermudian golfer took to the course, and finished T7th. Augustus shot an even par round 71 to finish 5 strokes behind winner Marcos Montenegro. Related Stories Match Play Championships Quarter Finals Bermuda Match […]
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