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| January 15 saw 3,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 12,000.00 BD. 3,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 4.3% at $4.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,233.34, down 0.18% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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| There were 643 test results received and three were positive for Covid-19 — one imported, one local transmission with known contact and one under investigation — so Bermuda has had 670 total confirmed cases to date, with 75 currently active. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 643 test results received by the Ministry of Health since […]
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| Small businesses won the right to insurance payouts after Britain’s highest court ruled many policies should cover losses caused by coronavirus lockdowns, with the UK Court dismissing appeals by the insurers, some of which have operations in Bermuda. This is according to a report from Reuters, which said, “Small businesses, from restaurants to nightclubs and wedding planners […]
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| Saturday, January 16 is expected to see a bright start, with rain showers developing in the afternoon, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Jan 15] with the list indicating that there are eighteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 18 runs cancelled this morning, 40 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will be hosting a virtual seminar entitled “The Next Big Thing – A Follow Up, One Year Later” on Thursday [Jan 21], with panellists set to include Premier David Burt, Marico Thomas, Karen Franks, Neville Grant, Nhuri Bashir and Tulani Bulford. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] […]
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| While vaccines are being administered, the Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect countries around the globe, with the number of deaths worldwide sadly surpassing two million today [Jan 15]. With the United States having the most cases in the world at more than 23 million, that country also has the most deaths globally, with more than 389,000 […]
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| The Bermuda Hospitals Board has thermal detection monitors at their entrances; and if your temperature is too high, a recording announces that your access is denied and a red light flashes, and if you are wearing a mask and do not have a fever, the monitor will display your temperature and sound a message giving you […]
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| A joint open letter has been issued by a number of residents of Bermuda, addressed to the people of the United States in response to the storming of the Capitol in Washington, D.C. on January 6. The letter says, “We, the undersigned residents of Bermuda, take this opportunity on the birthday of the late Martin […]
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| Premier David Burt urged people to get tested for Covid-19, noting that “there are testing slots available for this weekend.” Premier Burt tweeted the photo below showing him getting a test, saying: “Let’s continue to make progress with Covid-19. There are testing slots available for this weekend. Please get tested & let’s continue to keep […]
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| The next two games which were scheduled for Keziah Martin and his Kidderminster Harriers team have been postponed, with the matches set to be rather interesting, as both would have featured Bermuda players on the opposing teams. Games against Dale Eve’s Spennymoor Town and Milan Butterfield’s Guiseley will be played at later dates after they […]
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| Walkers Limited is celebrating the the five year anniversary of its Bermudian operations, noting they currently have seven partners and 12 associates in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Walkers [Bermuda] Limited [Walkers] is pleased to celebrate the five year anniversary of its Bermudian operations in Hamilton, Bermuda. Having opened its doors as Taylors in association with Walkers […]
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| The Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] have extended their thanks for the “generous donations received from the public to assist with the seagrass restoration project.” A Government spokesperson said, “DENR initiated a seagrass restoration project in June 2020 which involves placing large mesh restoration cages […]
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| John Rankin — who previously served as Bermuda’s Governor — has arrived in the British Virgin Islands, and will be sworn in as their Governor. A statement from the Government of the Virgin Islands said, “Governor Designate Mr. John Rankin, CMG arrived in the Territory pn January 14. Mr. Rankin will be sworn in as […]
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| National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration [NOAA] confirmed that “2020 ranked as Earth’s second-hottest year on record, knocking 2019 down to the third hottest.” The organisation said, The average land and ocean surface temperature across the globe in 2020 was 1.76 degrees F [0.98 of a degree C] above average — just 0.04 of a degree […]
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| A search that attempted to locate a man who fell overboard in the North Atlantic was called off after the U.S. Coast Guard searched over 980 square miles for the missing man, who reportedly fell from the 541-foot refrigerated cargo ship, Baltic Klipper. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Friday 8th January at 7:30 pm, […]
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| “Our analysis suggests this move of airports will help accelerate the tourism recovery for Bermuda,” Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] Interim CEO Glenn Jones said in reference to British Airways switching from Gatwick to Heathrow. In an email sent out to stakeholders, Mr. Jones said, “The pandemic-induced chaos still turning the travel industry upside-down across the […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, One Communications Ltd., advised that “on 14 December an error was made in the reporting of shares repurchased on 11 December 2020.” “On 11 December 2020, 37,134 shares were repurchased, pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14[2][i], at an average price of $4.10. It was incorrectly reported […]
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| January 14 saw 1,850 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $64,287.50 BD. 1,850 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.5% at $34.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,237.30, up 1.12% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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| Attendees at ongoing Bermuda Public Schools Open House events “are now required to register online as part of strengthened security protocols,” the Government said this evening. A Government spokesperson said, “Due to incidents at two of the events, Commissioner of Education, Kalmar Richards has decided to institute a registration requirement. The registration links are 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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| There were 769 test results received and three were positive for Covid-19 — one imported and two local transmission with known contact — so Bermuda has recorded 667 total confirmed cases to date, with 84 cases currently active. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 769 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last […]
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| HSBC Bermuda announced that the HSBC Church Street branch will reopen to the public every weekday from 9am through 4pm, effective Monday, January 18th, 2021, “We are extremely pleased to welcome back our customers and the public to the Church Street branch,” said Head of Wealth and Personal Banking, Tanya Bule “The closure of the branch over […]
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| Bermuda College held their first virtual Winter Commencement to celebrate the academic success of 32 students who attained either associate degree, diploma or certificate qualifications. A spokesperson explained that a “winter commencement is scheduled when the number of students successfully completing their programme requirements in December exceeds 15. Guest speaker for the event was radio […]
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| St. Regis Bermuda Resort has appointed Stephani Lacey as their Director of Human Resources Operations. A spokesperson said, “The highly anticipated St. Regis Bermuda Resort is proud to announce the appointment of Stephani Lacey as Director of Human Resources Operations. “With a career that spans over 15 years in the travel and hospitality sector, both […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 14] include grant of Bermudian status, boards appointments, and cancellation of registration. Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice ID: GN0044/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication Date: 14 January 2021 Notice is hereby given […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service is once again “advising the public not to provide personal details in response to requests sent via e-mail from unknown entities.” “These requests are usually linked to advisories informing the recipient that they have come into significant sums of money and all that is required for them to collect those funds […]
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| The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will reopen to the visiting public on Thursday, January 21st. A spokesperson said, “BUEI will reopen to the visiting public on Thursday, January 21st, welcoming locals, and visitors alike each Thursday and Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10am-4pm. “While the exhibits have been closed to the public, […]
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| The police are appealing for witnesses to the fatal collision that occurred on January 11th in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “Investigators wish to make a further appeal for any witnesses who may have observed Mr. Phillips prior to the collision. “Preliminary investigations have revealed that Mr. Phillips was traveling in an easterly direction when […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority will be hosting a free webinar tomorrow [Jan 15] to help Bermuda residents access Covid-19 testing before they return home from the United States. “Our aim is to make it easier to travel safely and responsibly—both for our visitors and Bermuda residents,” said BTA Interim CEO Glenn Jones. “We’re pleased to […]
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| Hailey Barbosa — who is currently studying Fine Art — has been awarded the $5,000 Bermuda Society of Arts [BSoA] Bursary Award. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Society of Arts [BSoA] is pleased to announce that through fundraising efforts, student Hailey Barbosa has been awarded the 2020 BSOA Bursary Award in the amount of $5,000. “Hailey is […]
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| The charts and graphs below offer a detailed in-depth look at Bermuda’s current and cumulative Covid-19 statistics, with the eight charts below — three of which are interactive — providing comprehensive information. The top five charts are via the Government and provide information on the current condition of all confirmed cases to date, age of […]
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| The Butterfield & Vallis 5K road race will be held virtually on Sunday, January 24th, with participants encouraged to run or/walk either 5K or 2K in their neighbourhood. A spokesperson said, “The first event on the race calendar for 2021 is the Virtual Butterfield & Vallis 5K on January 24th. “This event is usually one […]
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| The Department of Planning announced the next phase of their “file management system ‘Energov,” saying they “successfully went live with the first phase of this paperless system in August 2019.” Director of Planning, Victoria Pereira said, “Energov has provided the Department with a platform to streamline many of our services and provide user-friendly options for […]
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| Hamilton Insurance Group announced the appointment of Elaine Scully as Senior Vice President, Head of Casualty Insurance in its Bermuda company, Hamilton Re, Ltd. Ms Scully will report to Tim Duffin, Chief Underwriting Officer, Hamilton Re, Ltd. She will be based in Bermuda and is due to join in mid-February, subject to Immigration approval. “We’re committed […]
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| Horseshoe has been appointed as insurance manager for London Bridge Risk PCC; a newly established UK domiciled Multi Insurance Special Purpose Vehicle. A spokesperson said, “This independently owned company is sponsored by Lloyd’s. “This new facility will provide investors with an alternative mean by which to access Lloyd’s capacity and makes use of the UK […]
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| RenaissanceRe announced it estimates that losses from weather-related catastrophe events and certain losses related to the COVID-19 pandemic will have a “net negative impact on the Company’s fourth quarter 2020 results of operations.” “For the fourth quarter of 2020, the Company expects to report net income available to common shareholders; however, it expects to report […]
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| The Bermuda Fat Tire Massive 2020/2021 Mountain Bike Race Series season has been adjusted, with an aim to complete the seven-race series. The rescheduling will make for a busy February and March but contemplates keeping all seven events and locations in the race season. Revised Mountain Bike Race Series Dates & Venues January 31st, 2021 […]
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| St. John Ambulance Bermuda announced the promotion of Deputy Commissioner Jeffrey M. Borges to Commissioner. “Mr. Borges, a born Bermudian, graduated from Acadia University with a degree in Business Administration. He has also completed the following courses: First Aid and CPR, Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician and Mass Casualty Incident Command. Mr. Borges looks […]
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| The Commission of Inquiry into Historic Losses of Land in Bermuda will reconvene its hearings in the Dining Hall at the Warwick Camp on Thursday [Jan 14] at 9:30am. A spokesperson said, “Based on the evidence it will hear, the Commission will make recommendations to the Government of Bermuda that may remedy the systemic causes […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [January 14] with the list indicating that there are twenty-eight bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: […]
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| January 13 saw 300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $818.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 26.3% at $4.18 per share, while the other 200 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing down 4.8% at $2.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,212.57, […]
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| There were 966 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and three were positive for Covid-19 — all imported — so the island has recorded 664 total confirmed cases to date, with 86 currently active. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 966 test results received by the Ministry of Health […]
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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 Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] is currently accepting applications for its upcoming recruit camp. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming is reminding the community that the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] is currently accepting applications for its upcoming recruit camp. “Recruit training camp takes place 14 – 27 […]
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| [Updated] “The 911 emergency telephone number is temporarily out of service,” the police said this evening [Jan 13]. A spokesperson said, “Residents in need of immediate police assistance are advised to call 211 or 295-0011 until further notice. An update will be provided as soon as normal operation of the 911 emergency telephone number is […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 13] include list of proposed planning applications, contracts valued $50,000 or more, registrar of companies annual fees and returns, appointments, and notice of intended marriage. Large Group Exemption Commission Of Inquiry- Historic Land Loss Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0037/2021 […]
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| Thursday, January 14 is expected to see more cloud than sun, with rain showers developing after midday, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be […]
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| Dr. Carika Weldon is joining Bernews this afternoon [Jan 13] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with Dr Weldon set to discuss the scientific aspects of Covid-19 testing, the vaccine and more. Related Stories Video: Dr Weldon On Bermuda’s Covid-19 Testing Bermuda Principles Impact Conference Held Premier Burt Congratulates Dr. […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Jan 13], with the list indicating that there are forty bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus […]
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