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| The United States Food and Drug Administration [FDA] has now authorized the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use in adolescents aged 12 to 15 years old. A statement from the FDA said, “The U.S. Food and Drug Administration expanded the emergency use authorization [EUA] for the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 Vaccine for the prevention of coronavirus disease […]
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| The 93-meter long super-yacht Lady S recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the luxury vessel seen in St George’s. The Edmiston website said, “Lady S can accommodate 12 guests across seven cabins, including a master suite, two VIP staterooms, two doubles and two twins. Guests can enjoy the fabulous views through large windows or […]
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| Caitlyn Bobb recently represented Harford Tech at a track meet involving two other schools, including Edgewood and C. Milton Wright. Stopping the clock in a time of 25.7 during the women’s varsity 200 meters, Bobb ran away from the field. Bobb went on to win the women’s varsity 400 meters by clocking a time of […]
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| Firefighters have extinguished another fire, this time responding to a report of two cars on fire early this morning on Ord Road. A BFRS spokesperson said, “At 12:57am on Tuesday May 11th 2021, BFRS Dispatch Center received a report of two vehicles on fire at Ord Road near Tribe Road #1. “BFRS responded with two […]
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| Bermuda Commercial Bank Limited announced that Neville Grant has been appointed as the Chief Commercial Officer. A spokesperson said, “Neville joins BCB with 28 years of experience, including senior banking roles at HSBC, both in Bermuda and internationally, as well as with the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation where he was the General Manager. “Neville will […]
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| The Department of Culture and the Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation invites individuals, students, families, charities and companies to participate in the mini-float competition as part of the Heritage Month activities. A Government spokesperson said, “Floats should reflect this year’s Heritage Month theme – “Bermudian Resilience”. To help the public with their float creations, Rowe Spurling Paint Company, Butterfield […]
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| The 2021 Carifta Games — which were scheduled to take place in August 13-15 in Bermuda after having been previously postponed twice — have been cancelled due to Covid-19. A report on the Nation News website said, “Organisers of the 2021 Carifta Games were forced to abandon the meet set for August 13-15 in Hamilton, Bermuda. “In […]
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| AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per common share payable on July 15, 2021, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 29, 2021. In addition, the Board declared a dividend of $34.375 per Series E 5.50% Preferred Share [equivalent to $0.34375 per depositary share] payable on July […]
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| White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. [WTM] reported book value per share of $1,231 and adjusted book value per share of $1,242 as of March 31, 2021. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share both decreased 2% in the first quarter of 2021, including dividends. Manning Rountree, CEO, commented, “We are off to […]
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| Mosaic Insurance announced the appointment of Anna Jay and Christopher Webb to its London underwriting team. A spokesperson said, “Mosaic Insurance is building its professional liability and financial institutions units with two key appointments today, adding Anna Jay and Christopher Webb to its London underwriting team. “We’re thrilled to welcome Anna and Chris to Mosaic […]
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| May 10 saw 3,881 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $59,608.40 BD. 1,156 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.3% at $40.00 per share, while another 2,725 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 1.0% at $5.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,695.69, […]
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| The Ministry received 3423 test results — from Thursday, Friday and Saturday – and 17 were positive for Covid-19, so there are 250 active cases, of which 14 people are in hospital with two in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 3423 test results since the last update and 17 were positive for Covid-19, […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 10] include list of proposed planning applications. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised May 10, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0382/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 10 May 2021 Government Of Bermuda Department Of […]
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| Tuesday, May 11 is expected to see a bright start, increasing cloud, chance of evening showers, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| “Detectives have arrested an 18-year-old male in connection with the stabbing & robbery of a 16-year-old male on Friday evening,” the police have confirmed. Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said: “Evidence obtained by officers led them to make the arrest. A second male has also been interviewed in relation to this serious matter. The young male […]
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| The Bermuda Health Council has released the upcoming schedule for the “Close to Home” Mobile Vaccine Programme. A statement on their website said, “The Bermuda Health Council along with the Department of Health nurses and many volunteers have organised and managed the ‘Close to Home’ Mobile Vaccine Programme which allows residents to ask health experts questions […]
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| Soldiers who aspire to command roles are being put through the mill in a tough two-week test of their skills at a US Marine base. About 30 soldiers and instructors on the Junior Non-commissioned Officers’ have passed the halfway mark of the course at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Private Taylor Eve, 30, who works […]
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| Think Like an Entrepreneur — an eight-week in depth course with the aim of teaching entrepreneurs how to establish goals and manage risks — is set to begin on Tuesday, May 25th, 2021. A BEDC spokesperson said, “Don’t miss your chance to sign up for ‘an educational opportunity not to be missed!’ Think Like an […]
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| The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda will hold an educational webinar discussion about Privacy by Design [PbD] on Thursday [May 13], with the event to feature the creator of the PbD principles, Dr. Ann Cavoukian, former privacy commissioner for Ontario. A spokesperson said, “On 13 May 2021, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner […]
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| Masterworks Museum, in a joint effort with ‘Black Lives Matter, Bermuda’ and the ‘Peaceful Art Protest’, are inviting the public to “join us as we come together to mark the anniversary of the Black Lives Matter Bermuda March.” A spokesperson said, “This special exhibition will showcase the artwork created in June 2020, alongside some new […]
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| Ryan Outerbridge and Destini Hill-Edwards recently represented the Franklin Pierce University track and field team at the NE10 Championships, hosted by American International College. Outerbridge took to the track for the 1500 meters, crossing the line in a time of 4:06.77 at eighth overall. Sophomore Hill-Edwards finished third in heat one of the women’s 100m, […]
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| The Liquor Licence [Fee Reduction] Temporary Amendment Act 2021 will reduce licence fees by 50% initially for one year. The Government posted the graphic below online, saying, “Liquor Licence [Fee Reduction] Temporary Amendment Act 2021 The amendment of the Liquor Licence Act 1974 [the Act] will provide temporary relief to various classes of liquor licence, to […]
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| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has launched the 4th Annual Summer Student Entrepreneur Programme. A spokesperson said, “Are you looking for a way to help your student earn money for the summer? Then, look no further. The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has launched the 4th Annual Summer Student Entrepreneur Programme. “Following the success […]
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| The Continental Society of Bermuda hosted their annual ‘Mother of the Year’ essay competition, with Whitney Roach winning the honour after Vida Roach submitted an outstanding essay about her ‘Bonus Mom.’ A spokesperson said, “On finding out that she had been chosen as the 2021 Mother of the Year, Whitney Roach, stepmother to Vida Roach, was […]
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| Bacardi Limited, which is headquartered in Bermuda, will be donating $100,000 to help India in its fight against the Covid-19 virus. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi Limited announces today a USD $100,000 contribution to Give India to help the country in its fight against the COVID-19 virus. “Funding provided by Bacardi is earmarked to provide immediate […]
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| BELCO today [May 10] provided an update on operations and information for customers now that Bermuda has entered Phase 2 of Covid-19 restrictions. A spokesperson said, “Starting May 10th, BELCO’s Customer Experience Office at 27 Serpentine Road will be open from Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 3:30 pm for bill payments. Strict safety […]
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| The Atlantic World Art Fair is set to feature eight exhibitors, all women, featuring over 50 contemporary visual artists from the mid-Atlantic region, with the online event to run from June 1 to June 21. A spokesperson said, “The Atlantic World Art Fair presents a dynamic, under-represented region of innovation, featuring nine galleries and curatorial […]
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| Having secured the requisite qualifying scores, Robin Stempel is nearing her goal to represent Bermuda at the 2021 North American Youth Championships scheduled to be held in Michigan, USA later this summer. Stempel and Rossano Royal 2 competed in the Dressage In The Sandhills event held in Pinehurst, North Carolina. As a third-level classified show, […]
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| Leilanni Nesbeth and her top-seeded Florida State women’s soccer teammates recently headed to their 15th NCAA quarter final in program history when they took on Duke. Nesbeth and her Florida State teammates got there with a 3-0 win over Milwaukee in the second round and a 3-1 win over Penn State in the round of […]
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| [Written by Kim Swan] As Port Royal celebrates celebrates our 50th year, we have mandated a subcommittee headed by Trustee Denton Outerbidge, a former Bermuda International Golf Representative. Denton Outerbrdge, who knew Ralph Fray as a young golfer, said, “Wilfred ‘Ralph’ Fray and I use to caddy at MOC and Castle Harbour together with his […]
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| McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett competed in the 2021 World Individual Debate and Public Championships placing 16th overall, out of more than 120 competitors. The Warwick Academy senior student took part on the event, which spanned a four day period, starting on Friday, April 23rd and finished on Monday, April 26th. It was a virtual event, and was […]
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| Bermudian footballer Djair Parfitt-Williams had an impressive showing for his Fylkir team in Iceland, scoring twice to help them record a 2 – 2 with HK Kopavogur in the Iceland Premier Division. Parfitt-Williams opened the scoring in the 6th minute, he then doubled the lead in the 48th minute, however three minutes later Kopavogur pulled a goal back […]
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| Consumers paid 0.2% more in February 2021 than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI] and this level of inflation rose from the January 2021 annual rate of negative 0.3%. Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert said, “The health and personal care […]
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| Sebastian Kempe finished 2nd competing in the South Coast Regatta Anniversary Open in the UK. Competing in the ILCA 6 Division, Kempe and the rest of the 44 competitor Fleet sailed three races. Kempe finished 15th in the first race of the day, finished 2nd in the second race, and then closed out with a […]
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| The MarketPlace is returning to normal store hours as of today [May 10] with the grocery chain set to open at 7.00am. Their poster said, “The MarketPlace store hours effective Monday, May 10. From Monday to Saturday will be 7:00am to 9:00pm and on Sunday the store hours will be 9.00am up to 7.00pm only. […]
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| Sun Life is donating $20,000 to Bermudian charities, with both The Eliza DoLittle Society and the Women’s Resource Center set to receive $10,000 each. A spokesperson said, “Sun Life announced today a donation of US$ 20,000 to Bermudian charities to recognize the rapid increase in demand for their services at the time of the coronavirus pandemic. “The […]
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| A number of local businesses donated pens for the vaccination programme with an aim to ”create a better experience for individuals by having pens available that did not need to be shared or wiped off with alcohol between uses.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Health Council thanks AXA XL, Chubb, Willis Towers Watson, and Zurich for […]
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| The Government has released the official regulations — the Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations 2021 — which govern the changes that took effect as of today [May 9]. The changes include the curfew changing to 10pm to 5am, retail stores allowed to re-open at 20% capacity, gyms/salons/barbershops allowed to re-open with certain […]
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| Nicky Gurret — a local artist who organised the Bermuda Beach Art Festival for six years — created a piece of Beach Art with an aim to wish all the mothers, grandmothers, step mothers, aunts, and all mother figures in Bermuda a Happy Mother’s Day. Related Stories “Portraits Of Teenage Bermuda” In Canada ‘The Natural […]
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| Marcus Scotland made 41 for London Schools Academy in an upset win against Leicestershire U18s at the picturesque Shenley Cricket Club in Hertforshire, England on Sunday. Opening the batting, the 18-year-old Bermudian struck five boundaries in his 64-ball innings as his team chased down a modest 164 posted by Leicestershire in 28.1 overs. Scotland also […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board has provided a helpful overview of the vaccination status of hospitalised patients during the recent surge, noting that of the 92 people who were admitted to hospital since the latest surge started, 88% were not vaccinated at all. A spokesperson said, “BHB today shared data from 14 March to 1 May […]
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| The Ag Show Ltd. is reminding the public of some particularly important upcoming dates and deadlines. A spokesperson said, “Now that we have entered into Phase II of the Government’s Reopening process, the Ag Show committee wants to remind the public of a few upcoming deadlines. “Tomorrow, Monday, May 10th will be the last day for […]
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| Monday, May 10 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will be at 6:24am and sunset will be at 8:06pm. High […]
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| The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition organisers have yet again used their talents to send a wonderful message, this time creating an artistic sandcastle to send a Happy Mother’s Day message. The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition posted the photos below on their social media pages, saying, “Thank you to all the mothers out there. Two little words that […]
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| As Bermuda enters Phase 2 of reopening today [May 9] sports will be permitted to follow the Stage 2 of the Return to Play Guidance which allows for ”team training within the requirements permitted.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport announced today that as Bermuda enters Phase 2 of reopening, following […]
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| Bernard Wade III and Jaydon Roberts began competing in the USAT #2 Easton Foundations Gator Cup 2021 in Newberry, Florida. During the Gator Cup Qualification Rounds, Wade III competed in the Recurve Men’s Division with 50 other males finished 26th with a score of 592 to advance to the Elimination Round, while Roberts competing in […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain provided an overview of the plans that have “been put in place to reopen our schools safely for in-person learning.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, Minister Rabain said, “All staff, no matter what school level, must wear their masks all day. Students at the Middle and Senior Schools must […]
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| [Written by Progressive Labour Party Chair Dawn Simmons] Throughout Bermuda’s history, women and mothers have played a central role to ensure stability, progress and the long term development of our island. This past year has shown the strength of many Bermudian mothers and women. We were balancing work with family, taking care of aging parents, […]
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| News that Dr Eve De Rosa has been elected as Cornell University’s Dean of Faculty becoming the first woman and first Black person to hold the role, Anthony Swan has completed his law degree at the University of Buckingham, Demco donated 300 roses to nurses and Zeiko Lewis scored for Charleston Battery were all some […]
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| Ignite Bermuda is getting set to launch a new Young Adult Entrepreneurial Internship for 20 young adults. A spokesperson said, “Funded through the generosity of HSBC Bank Bermuda Ltd, Ignite, our island’s entrepreneurial accelerator, is set to launch a new Young Adult Entrepreneurial Internship for 20 local young adults this summer. “Currently, many of the […]
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