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| Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott is holding a press conference this afternoon [May 19] to “update the public on cruise ship homeporting as well as island boating. We will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime you can watch the live video below. Related Stories Minister: Norwegian Dawn Running Aground Minister On ‘Secret […]
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| Shiona Turini continues to build her stellar resume, with the Bermudian fashion consultant recently working as a stylist for cover images on two major international fashion magazines. Ms Turini styled Tracee Ellis Ross for the recent cover of Marie Claire magazine, and also styled Issa Rae for the latest cover of Vanity Fair magazine. This […]
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| Michael Wynne and Melanie Fullerton are getting set to present a webinar on ‘AML Considerations for Trust Business’ tomorrow [May 20] at 1.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Michael Wynne [Senior Vice President] and Melanie Fullerton, Senior Associate [Walkers] will be presenting on AML Considerations for Trust Business tomorrow, 20 May 2021 at 1.00pm. “Michael and Melanie […]
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| The City of Hamilton will be hosting free ‘Discover Hamilton’ walking tours led by Hamilton Town Crier Ed Christopher. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton invites you on a trip into the past with its free ‘Discover Hamilton’ walking tour, led by Town Crier Ed Christopher. “The tour, which commences this month and is […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain is holding a press conference this morning [May 19] to discuss the signatures for the first two signature schools as well as other topics, with the Minister joined by Chairperson of the Berkeley Board Craig Bridgewater and Chairperson of the Cedarbridge Board Jason Wade. We will have additional coverage later on […]
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| [Opinion column written by Deputy Premier & Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban] We all know Bermuda is really expensive. So many of our people are feeling the squeeze on many fronts. That’s why the PLP Government is working on your behalf every day to continue providing aspects of relief. During Covid-19, we provided financial […]
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| On Saturday [May 22], saxophonist Miles Manders and pianist Wendy Flood will be performing and will highlight music from the late Charles Michael “Curtis” Clarke. Dale Butler said, “In the late 1950s, Bermuda legends Celeste Robinson and Al Harris teamed up at The Harmony Hall and produced numerous performances that packed the house. Celeste became […]
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| This week and next week, the mobile vaccination centres will be available at locations including the Southampton Princess, TCD, Open Door Christian Fellowship in St. David’s, Sandys Secondary Middle School and the National Sports Centre in Devonshire. This was announced during last night’s [May 18] press conference, with Health Minister Kim Wilson saying, “Later this week, the mobile […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 19] with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: 49 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 53 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday Ministry: 44 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday Ministry: 52 Bus Runs Cancelled […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a phone lock screen incorporating the theme of ‘Bermudian Resilience’ — the 2021 Bermuda Day and Heritage Month theme — along with accents of the Bermudiana, Bermuda’s national flower. The design below is also available here as both a Twitter header and Facebook profile cover […]
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| PartnerRe Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a dividend for the period March 15, 2021 – June 14, 2021 of $0.3046875 per share on the Company’s 4.875% Fixed Rate Non-Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Shares, Series J. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2021 to shareholders of record on May 28, 2021. Related […]
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| May 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,638.10, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 17 […]
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| As of May 15th, Bermuda has administered a total of 65,497 vaccinations, with 47.7% of the population having received two doses thus far. Speaking during tonight’s press conference, Health Minister Kim Wilson provided vaccination statistics, saying, “We have completed the eighteenth full week of vaccinations. From January 11 to May 15, 2021, Bermuda has administered a […]
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| WindReach is launching WindReach at Home, a new social-enterprise project “where the benefits of nature-based learning experiences can be enjoyed by the entire community.” A spokesperson said, “WindReach is delighted to initiate a new social-enterprise project – WindReach at Home – where the benefits of nature-based learning experiences can be enjoyed by the entire community. […]
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| “To thank those who are now fully vaccinated, CG Insurance will give away free wellness health bags later this week to those who show their Government-issued Covid-19 Immunization Card,” the company said today. A spokesperson said, “It has been proven that individuals getting vaccinated is the most direct way to get our global economies and […]
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| Wednesday, May 19 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.18am and sunset […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 18] with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 21 runs cancelled this morning, 28 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority and OBMI Bermuda Accessible Solutions will be holding a series of free one-hour workshops to offer information to “empower tourism stakeholders, business operators and homeowners with the tools to make Bermuda more accessible.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] and OBMI Bermuda Accessible Solutions issued a joint call to Bermuda […]
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| The Boards of Directors of Bittrex Global announced the appointment of Stephen Stonberg as the interim CEO. A spokesperson said, “The Boards of Directors of Bittrex Global GmbH [Vaduz, Liechtenstein] and Bittrex Global [Bermuda] Ltd [Hamilton, Bermuda] have confirmed that Tom Albright is stepping down from his role as CEO of both companies effective today. […]
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| Dante Leverock — who has represented Bermuda internationally and served as the Captain of the Bermuda National Football team — has retired from international duty. Mr Leverock tweeted, “Thank you for all the memories Bermuda Football Association, the highs and the lows. “Playing on the biggest stage representing and being captain of my country it’s […]
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| This Saturday, [May 22], the Department of Culture will once again host a Creatives Live! concert, this one set to feature the Tino Martinez Quintet on the City Hall steps. A Government spokesperson said, “The midday musical event which showcases and supports Bermuda’s talented artists – is part of the Heritage Month line up of […]
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| The Sandys Parish Council announced the recipients of their Educational Bursaries, with Lashuntae Dill-Assing, Zaroi Ratteray, and Vanessa Gilbert all receiving an award. A spokesperson said, “Following the announcement of the availability of educational bursaries for Sandys parish residents who have already completed a year of post-secondary education, the Sandys Parish Council has announced the […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 18] with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: 53 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday Ministry: 44 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday Ministry: 52 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 56 Bus Runs Cancelled […]
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| Jillian Terceira recently began competing in the Sentower Park CSI2*/CSI1*/CSIYH1* [Easter Tour Week 3] International Horse Jumping event in Belgium. During the 1.35m CSI2* – Two Phases Special Class, Terceira and Mia Volo Vd Molendreef finished 50th. They clocked a first phase time of 41.33 with four penalty fault points, before clocking a clear second […]
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| Mosaic Insurance has appointed Finn McGuirk, an experienced Lloyd’s of London specialty underwriter, to lead its political risk business. A spokesperson said, “Joining Mosaic’s London team, McGuirk will serve as SVP, Head of Political Risk, responsible for building the fast-evolving class of business—one of seven lines the new insurer will underwrite globally through its Lloyd’s […]
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| Nathan Simons and his Indian Hills Track and Field teammates returned to the top ten at the NJCAA Outdoor National Track & Field Meet. The Indian Hills 4×400 quartet of Elijah Berry, Damoy Allen, Simons, and Kendrick Winfield clocked a time of 3:09.45 in the preliminaries and qualified for the finals. In the finals, the […]
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| May 17 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,638.10, 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 ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 14 […]
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| Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has advised that “the Retail Tariff for customers will be reduced effective June 1st, 2021 as announced May 16, 2021 by the Regulatory Authority.” BELCO President Wayne Caines said: “BELCO is sensitive to the needs of the Bermudian population – both residents and businesses alike. We have been mindful […]
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| The Ministry received 3359 test results — from Thursday, Friday and Saturday — and 11 were positive for Covid-19, and there are now 161 active cases, of which 9 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 3359 test results since the last update, and 11 […]
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| The Close to Home mobile vaccination programme will be at Penno’s Wharf, on Tuesday [May 18] from 10.00am to 2.00pm. The Government posted the graphic online below, and said, “The Close to Home mobile vaccination programme will be at Penno’s Wharf, on Tuesday, May 18, from 10 am – 2 pm. There will be healthcare […]
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| The police have arrested two males after “a fight involving a group of four males” in which one of the males was reportedly “armed with a knife, while another was carrying a baseball bat.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:30 p.m. today, Monday 17th May, police responded to a report of a fight involving a […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 17] include cancellation of registration & appointments. Bermuda Monetary Authority Thomas Miller Hellas Limited Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation Of Registration Notice ID: GN0404/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication Date: 17 May 2021 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation Of Registration […]
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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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| Tuesday, May 18 is expected to see long sunny periods with a couple of showers around, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| Cathy Gurret Lama – a Bermudian triathlete who now lives in the USA – placed second in her age group 65-69 age group in the 70.3 Ironman Panama City Beach, Florida. Ms Lama had the fastest swim in her age group and she also recorded the fastest time during the 56 miles bike ride, and […]
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| It’s time to dive back into Bermuda’s history with the release of Heritage Matters 8, the latest compilation of articles by Dr. Edward Harris, Founding Executive Director Emeritus of the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB]. For ten years, Dr. Harris’s weekly Heritage Matters column ran in the Mid Ocean News, and later the Royal Gazette, […]
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| The City of Hamilton announced that Keeon Minors won the “Bermuda” Marquee Sign Design Contest, receiving a prize of $3,000. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is delighted to announce Keeon Minors of Lead x Design as the winner of the “BERMUDA” Marquee Sign Design Contest as a part of this year’s VIVID: Public […]
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| After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 1.2% in February – the overall volume of retail sales increased 4.5% when compared to February 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. Liquor Stores recorded the largest volume increase of 20.4 per cent. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 17] with the list indicating that there are fifteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 15 runs cancelled this morning, 38 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Courtenay Griffiths QC, Mark Pettingill and Eron Hill are joining Bernews this afternoon [May 17] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the discussion set to pertain to legal aspects related to the Covid regulations. You can find more information on the links below and also on our dedicated website […]
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| 79 Bermuda College graduates will receive associate degrees, diplomas or certificates, on Thursday [May 20] with the commencement ceremony to be held virtually. A spokesperson said, “Seventy-nine Bermuda College graduands will receive associate degrees, diplomas or certificates, on Thursday, May 20, in a virtual ceremony culminating yet another unprecedented academic year of challenge as a […]
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| As a school year marked by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic draws to a close, Berkeley Institute Head Pupils Daria Symonds and Andreaz Glasgow are reflecting on their unique year and their future endeavours. A spokesperson said, “After an arduous year of learning remotely and dealing with personal challenges imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Berkeley […]
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| Digicel Business is offering Microsoft Cloud Solutions in order to provide “opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses to modernise by updating and future-proofing their business.” A spokesperson said, “As technology changes, businesses have to change as well, and Digicel Business, through Microsoft Cloud Solutions, provides opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses to modernise by updating […]
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| The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda’s Chief Executive Denton Williams will be joining Bernews at around 11.00am this morning [May 17] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. This follows after the Regulatory Authority announced that it has lifted the moratorium to allow 5G technology to be deployed in Bermuda and issued […]
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| Liberty Specialty Markets [LSM] Bermuda employees took part in the Relay For Life event this past weekend, helping to raise funds for Bermuda Cancer & Health. A spokesperson said, “Liberty Specialty Markets Bermuda is the presenting sponsor for the Relay for Life of Bermuda. This annual event, now in its eighth year, has successfully raised […]
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| “Based on the information provided in the RA’s order to BELCO, new retail rates are expected to yield an average reduction across all customer groups of 1.6%,” Minister Walter Roban said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban has responded favourably to the Regulatory Authority’s [RA’s] announcement that electricity […]
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| Bermudian athlete Jah-Nhai Perinchief competed in the 2021 SEC Outdoor Championships, with Perinchief making an impressive showing to win the men’s triple jump. The school’s report said, “The Tennessee track & field program rounded out the 2021 SEC Outdoor Championships with three graduate students claiming three medals on Saturday at E.B. Cushing Stadium. “In his lone season […]
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| Bermuda’s Cody Rego is continuing his fine performances with consistent success in USA equestrian competitions – on this occasion at the 2021 Tryon Spring Series 1 & Series 2 held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center, North Carolina – home of the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games. Cody Rego pictured with Missy Clark & John […]
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| Baseball player Adam Hall had a breakout game for the Aberdeen IronBirds as they defeated the Hudson Valley Batters 8 – 1. Hall made 4 plate appearances, with 2 hits, 1 home run, 3 runs batted in, with 2 strike outs. Related Stories Hall Invited To Baltimore Orioles League Camp Hall Named To Delmarva Anniversary […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Djair Parfitt-Williams, Kenni Thompson, and Zeiko Lewis were in all action this weekend in Iceland, Spain, and the United States. Djair Parfitt-Williams In Iceland Djair Parfitt-Williams and his Fylkir teammates lost 3 – 0 to Leiknir Reykjavík. Kenni Thompson In Spain Kenni Thompson was not part of the Civitas Santa […]
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