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| Bermudian Krystal Lowe was recently highlighted by Welsh media as she spoke about diversity in the arts, with Ms. Lowe saying that she is pleased that “more people want to do better in disability arts.” The National Wales story said, “Diversity is about more for everyone – it’s not a service for those who have […]
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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 June 2021, Somers purchased 526 of its own common shares [the “Shares”] at an average cost of $17.00 per […]
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| July 26 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,511.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 23 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 22 […]
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| [Updating] Bermuda’s Flora Duffy has recorded a historic and commanding win to claim Bermuda’s first ever gold Olympic medal. She raced to victory in a time of 1:55:36, which was more than one minute ahead of the silver medalist, with Ms Duffy making a dominant showing to win the Gold. With multiple world titles and […]
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| Flora Duffy claimed a historic win today, racing to victory to win Bermuda’s first ever Olympic gold medal, and she did it in style, finishing more than one minute ahead of the silver medalist, With multiple world championship titles and now an Olympic Gold Medal, she has cemented herself as one of the best triathletes […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 26] include notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, acting appointments, and notice of intended marriages. RTN – Partial Road Closure on Sleepy Hollow Drive Estate Road – July 29th to July 30th, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Traffic Notice Notice ID: […]
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| Tuesday, July 27 is expected to see mostly cloudy, intermittent showers, chance thunder, 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 SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 6.30am and sunset […]
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| [Updating] Bermuda’s Flora Duffy is competing today [July 26] in the Tokyo Olympics triathlon, and the Bermudian triathlete is widely considered to be a medal contender. Ms Duffy — who has won multiple world championships — is among the best in the world and everyone is urged to tune in and watch tonight. The Olympics […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service held a press conference today [July 26] at the St. George’s Cricket Club, discussing their policing plans for the upcoming Cup Match holiday. Police Superintendent Sean Field-Lament said, “The Bermuda Police Service is excited to be once again working with our community and partner agencies to ensure a safe and peaceful […]
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| There are “ongoing delays in garbage collection due to industrial action,” the Government has advised, adding that “as a result, Tuesday collection will likely be delayed.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises the public of ongoing delays in garbage collection due to industrial action by Collections Staff. “The Bermuda Industrial Union […]
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| The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] announced that registration is open for the third annual Bermuda Virtual Tech Summit 2021, which takes place from October 13-15. A spokesperson said, “Centred on the theme: ‘Transforming the Digital Landscape,’ the free, virtual summit will bring together the world’s leading technology thought leaders to reimagine the digital universe […]
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| Two 19-year-old males from Devonshire “sustained non-life threatening injuries” in the shooting last night on Court Street, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Police can confirm two 19-year-old males from Devonshire, sustained non-life threatening injuries as a result of a shooting which occurred around 11.20 pm on Sunday 25th July, 2021, on Court […]
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| The Bermuda Gold Cup sailing event will not be held in 2021, with the organisers saying they have been “unable to secure a title sponsor.” A spokesperson said, “Organizers for the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club’s Bermuda Gold Cup match racing tournament regret to announce that the 2021 regatta will not be held. The regatta, an […]
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| RUBiS Energy Bermuda has provided information on the opening hours for their various locations during the annual Cup Match Holiday. Related Stories RUBiS Cup Match Holiday Opening Hours RUBiS Cup Match Holiday Opening Hours RUBiS Cup Match Holiday Opening Hours RUBiS Cup Match Holiday Opening Hours Govt Responds To Comments On NSC Contract Oil Insurance […]
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| Hamilton Princess & Beach Club announced the appointment of Kiwana Spencer to a senior role on the Food & Beverage team. A spokesperson said, ““Kiwana Spencer has been appointed as the Outlet Manager of the Duchess Café & Gelateria, leading the team at one of the island’s newest and most stylish café’ and gelateria. In […]
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| Alan Frith and his crew Sara Frith are the 2021 Kacy Simons Memorial Comet Race Champions following racing off the Mid Atlantic Sailboat Club. The Friths sailed to victory in three of the four races on the day and finished with 3 points. Dale Brangman and his crew Tajahri Rogers finished second with 5 points […]
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| The 2021 Cup Match Classic — which will take place this Thursday and Friday — will be broadcast on television, radio and streamed online, it was announced today. A spokesperson said, “St. Georges Cricket Club is pleased to announce that as part of HSBC’s lead sponsorship and the support of One Communications and various other […]
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| The Department of Libraries and Archives advised that the “Adult and Youth Libraries are experiencing issues receiving calls from One Communication telephone numbers.” A Government spokesperson said, “The situation is presently being rectified however in the interim, the libraries are still operational and can be reached via email. “Please see below the email addresses for […]
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| Bermuda’s Flora Duffy is competing today [July 26] in the Tokyo Olympics triathlon, and the Bermudian triathlete is widely considered to be a medal contender. Ms Duffy — who has won multiple world championships — is among the best in the world and everyone is urged to tune in and watch tonight. The Olympics is […]
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| Next month the City of Hamilton will commence traffic light upgrades in the area of Church Street, Par-la-Ville Street, Bermudiana Road and Richmond Road. A spokesperson said, “Works will extend to the exit area of the Par-la-Ville car park. There are no anticipated full road closures. “Works include the removal of current traffic lights and […]
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| Cup Match will take place later this week, and the Government is reminding people of the locations and hours of the Covid-19 community testing sites, as Cup Match will require a Safekey for entry, with a person needing to have either two doses of the vaccination or a recent negative test. The Bermuda Government posted the graphic […]
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| Bermuda College Maths Lecturer Troy Ashby has smashed his previous Pi memorisation record by successfully memorising 20-thousand digits behind the infinite number, putting Bermuda 8th in the Pi world ranking for countries, and 15th in the Pi world ranking for individuals. The incredible feat was accomplished in just over 24 hours, when Mr. Ashby began […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session today [July 26] and Bill listed on the schedule include the Financial Assistance Amendment and Validation Act 2021, Development and Planning Amendment Act 2021, the Public Treasury [Administration and Payments] Amendment and Validation Act 2021, and the Financial Assistance Amendment and Validation Act 2021, Other matters listed […]
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| The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families [IAC] and Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] recently partnered to offer a therapeutic series titled ‘Healing the Practitioner: Critical Conversations about Race and Social Inequity.’ A spokesperson said, “The Inter Agency Committee for Children and Families and Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda partnered to provide Healing […]
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| Reza Baluchi has once again attempted to travel from Florida to Bermuda in a bubble, with his latest effort – which is at least his fourth attempt in the past seven years — ending up with his bubble washing up on a Florida beach. The latest attempt by Mr Baluchi, whose website was promoting that his […]
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| Friends of Hospice has announced that it will operate a newly proposed facility on the island as an independent venture. A spokesperson said, “Friends of Hospice has announced that after significant consideration, they had reached the decision to operate the newly proposed hospice facility unveiled in October 2019 as an independent venture. “The charity is […]
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| Venture Theatre announced the availability of The Paul Maddern Theatre Scholarship, which will be “awarded to one student who exhibits artistic promise, dedication to the craft, and the serious intention of pursuing an acting or theatre related undergraduate degree.” A spokesperson said, “Venture Theatre is pleased to announce the availability of The Paul Maddern Theatre […]
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| A pair of Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers have completed a UK course designed to “turn them into a new generation of officers at Warwick Camp.” “Officer Cadet Corrie Cross, a 22-year-old intern architect, said the eight-week programme at the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, had laid the groundwork for her career as a leader,” a […]
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| The third week of the 2021 Youth Futsal League at the National Sports Center saw a total of 64 goals scored. A total of 32 goals were scored in the 8-11-year-old League, with Darien Lambert and Zevi White leading the scoring tables with 6 goals, ad in the 12-14-year-old League a total of 32 goals […]
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| The Team Gnosis Crit took place in the streets of Hamilton this weekend with over 50 competitors competing in 6 divisions. Conor White won the Category A Division, just edging Alexander Miller at the finish line. White clocked a time of 43:46.732, while Miller finished in a time of 43:46.872, and Dominique Mayho finished third […]
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| Tariq Simons was back on the court competing in the Casely $10,000 Clay Court Open Championships in Florida. Taking to the court for the quarter-final match against Jonathan Irwanto, Simons lost in straight sets 6-0, 6-4. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus Open Photos, Video, Results: Tennis Tournament Day 3 Photos/Results: 2010 […]
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| Bermudian athlete Brian Wellman — who represented the island in multiple Olympic Games — will be inducted into the University of Arkansas Sports Hall of Honor, with the ceremony to be held in September 2021, at the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville. The announcement on the Arkansas Razorbacks website said, “Six former University of Arkansas […]
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| Three Bermuda athletes representing Saltus Grammar School competed in the 2021 JAC Summer Track Series in Florida. Sancho Smith, Meron Simmons, and Massassi Maxwell-Smith all took part in the JAC Junior Olympic Tune-Up Track Meet. Smith won the 800m in a time of 2:01.87, Simmons clocked 6:58.71 on her way to winning the women’s mile […]
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| The Bermuda Basketball Association [BBA] recently held a week long Advanced Youth Basketball clinic at CedarBridge Academy gymnasium for a select group of Bermuda’s young basketball talent. Thanks to the Dept of Youth, Sports & Recreation and its National Junior Athlete Sponsorship Program, the BBA was able to bring in Coach Jamaal Jackson, Head Coach […]
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| Monday, July 26 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 6:29am and sunset will be at 8:21pm. High […]
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| Six outstanding high school students are competing in the 20th annual Alpha Beautillion, presented by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, Epsilon Theta Lambda Chapter, and you can tune in and watch live below. The students taking part include CedarBridge Academy’s Dequan Trott, Chatmore British International School’s Keiano Rawlins, Saltus Grammar School’s Vincent Darrell, Warwick […]
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| Gavin Manders and Tariq Simons began competing in the Casely $10,000 Clay Court Open Championships in Florida. Playing in the Round of 32, Manders went down in straight sets 6-3, 6-4 to Jorge A Segura, while Simons received a bye. Simons took to the court for the Round of 16 where he faced off against […]
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| The merchants of Court Street are holding a Court Street Market today [July 25] with the event sent to run until 6pm, with a variety of items on sale including food, clothes, sunglasses, bags, shoes, books, candles and more. A spokesperson previously said, “Every $25 purchase at the event entitles shoppers to be entered into […]
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| Flora Duffy will be competing in the Olympics on Monday [July 26], and the Bermudian triathlete is widely considered to be a medal contender at these Games. Ms Duffy — who has won multiple world championships — will race at 6.30pm [Bermuda time] on Monday and if you want to get into the spirit and showcase […]
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| The Cup Match Squash Tournament continued at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club, four more matches needed five sets to decide a winner. Jordache Rawson won his B Division match against Piers Carr 6-11, 14-12, 9-11, 13-11, 11-8, while in the D Division Mark Way defeated Andrew Cox 11-8, 11-13, 10-12, 11-8, 11-8. Two matches […]
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| Both Somerset and St George’s have announced their teams for the 2021 Cup Match Classic, which is set to take place on Thursday, July 29th and Friday, July 30th. Somerset Cricket Club 2021 Team Jordan DeSilva – Captain Terryn Fray – Vice Captain Chris Douglas Tre Manders Kamau Leverock Dion Stovell Malachi Jones Alje Richardson […]
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| Delays in trash collection “continue this weekend because of industrial action by Collections Staff,” the Government has advised, adding that they are “hopeful that trash collection will resume tomorrow morning.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advised today [Sunday] that delays in trash collection continue this weekend, because of industrial action by […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Delray Rawlins, Marcus Scotland, and Dennico Hollis were in action for their respective teams in the UK. Delray Rawlins A spell of fast bowling from Marchant de Lange set Trent Rockets on the path to victory over Delray Rawlins and his Southern Brave teammates at Trent Bridge. Marcus Scotland Marcus Scotland led Finchley […]
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| Nicole Famous – founder of Natural Blessings Always [NBA] Annual Hair and Beauty Expo — marks what would have been the tenth anniversary of her annual event, with a Bursary presentation to Bermuda College student, Selah Ray. The Bursary will cover the cost of the first-year business student’s college booklist. Ms. Famous said, “Our tenth […]
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| According to the 2020 Human Rights Commission Annual Report, last year there were twenty complaints related to the Covid-19 pandemic, with many related to employment. The report said, “In 2020, there were twenty [20] matters presented to the Human Rights Commission by Complainants related to the Coronavirus [Covid-19] pandemic. Many of the intakes received by […]
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| The independent living programme — which is designed for young people aging out of the care of Department of Child and Family at age 18 — is set to launch in September 2021, Minister Tinee Furbert said. Speaking in the House of Assembly, Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert provided updates on matters including […]
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| News that Hamilton Princess promoted Shawn Lekki to the Director of Food & Beverage, Dara Alizadeh made his Olympic debut, Tiara DeRosa was nominated for the 2021 NCAA Woman of the Year award, and Mosaic Insurance welcomed McKenzie Kohl Tuckett as an intern were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. […]
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| Bermuda’s Dara Alizadeh competed in the quarter finals in the Olympics Men’s Singles Sculls at the Tokyo Olympics, crossing the line in a time of 7:35.7 to finish 5th. Alizadeh — who is one of Bermuda’s two person team along with triathlete Flora Duffy — will not advance to the main semi finals, however will […]
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| MarketPlace provided information about their opening hours during the Cup Match holiday, with their graphic stating that their Shelly Bay, Heron Bay, Modern Mart, and Pricerite Warwick stores will be open on both days the Cup Match — Thursday [July 29] and Friday [July 30] — from 8.00am to 6.00pm. Related Stories BSX Will Be […]
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| Concacaf has announced that in 2021 it will launch a brand new awards program focusing exclusively on two individual player categories: Concacaf Men’s Player of the Year and Concacaf Women’s Player of the Year. The organisation said, “The Confederation for football in North, Central America and the Caribbean is midway through the 2021 edition of […]
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