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| With an aim to lead by example, Premier David Burt, Opposition Leader Cole Simons, Minister of Health Kim Wilson, and Dr Carika Weldon received Covid-19 vaccinations today [Jan 11] at the recently opened Vaccination Centre at the Police Club in Prospect. iframe src=”https://www.youtube.com/embed/OVs7_FcaqzU” height=”329″ width=”98%” allowfullscreen=”” frameborder=”0″> This follows after the first shipment of 9,750 doses […]
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| Aliana King has been featured by yet another major international brand, with a recent Redken ad campaign showcasing the Bermudian model. Ms. King is building a rather impressive modeling portfolio, having previously appeared in a number of campaigns for well known international brands and style magazines including L’Oréal, Aveda, Garnier, Maybelline, Allure, Elle Magazine, Vogue Arabia and […]
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| The Government “apologized for the delays being experienced as persons try to get through to the vaccine registration number” and provided an email address that people can use. This follows after people experienced issues trying to get through via the phone hotline, with some noting they only managed to get through to a voice mail […]
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| While vaccines are being administered, the Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect countries around the globe, with the number of confirmed cases worldwide now surpassing 90 million, with over 1,936,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States continuing to have the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A BBC story said, “The PM has said “now […]
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| The first Covid-19 vaccinations are underway in Bermuda, and you can tune in and watch live below. This follows after the first shipment of 9,750 doses arrived on the island on Friday, with the Ministry starting to administer the vaccine today [Jan 11], with priority given to healthcare workers, essential workers and seniors in rest […]
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| Digicel Business is today [Jan 11] launching the Digicel Business Hub, providing companies with an “all-in-one IT package.” A spokesperson said, “With a goal of giving small and medium-sized enterprises quick and easy access to everything they need from a technology and connectivity standpoint, Digicel Business is today launching the Digicel Business Hub. Providing companies […]
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| The island is set to welcome a new resident soon, as a Cahow on Nonsuch Island laid an egg, with the pair of birds managing to coordinate their return for the occasion despite being apart at sea for two months. Jean-Pierre Rouja, Nonsuch Expeditions Founder and Team Leader said, “As our followers from around the […]
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| International business will take on increased importance to the local economy as the Island, like the rest of the world, grapples with the economic fall-out of the Coronavirus pandemic, according to Bermuda College Senior Economics Lecturer, Craig Simmons. “Now, more than ever, Bermuda’s economy is relying on international business, and re/insurance, in particular, to keep […]
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| The overall results of the 2020 FEI Jumping World Challenge have been released, with Bermuda’s equestrians ranking well among their peers, claiming first place in three jumping categories. A spokesperson said, “The FEI Jumping World Challenge is indeed a major highlight on the Bermuda equestrian calendar. The event provides a wonderful opportunity for local riders to […]
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| 20 year old Tariq Simons and 16 year old Daniel Phillips battled in an entertaining Manders Tennis Management Singles Championships Final at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts In the A Division Final, Simons was able to come from behind to defeat Phillips. Phillips won the first set 7-6, but Simons leveled the match at 1 – […]
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| The police have confirmed that a 35-year-old man has died following a collision early this morning [Jan 11] in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 1:00 a.m. today, Monday 11th January, 2021, police responded to a report of a serious single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle, just west of Terceira’s service station on the […]
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| [Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Gayneté Jones, the Bermudian entrepreneur, best-selling author and podcaster recently seen in Forbes, is about to shake her industry yet again with her latest venture Best, Periodt. Best Periodt menstrual cups will be the first fem healthcare product made by a Bermudian to hit island shelves and are available starting […]
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| The London Office issued an advisory that all international arrivals to England, including those travelling from Bermuda, will be required to present a negative COVID-19 test taken up to 72 hours prior to departure from early next week. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government, London Office is issuing the following travel advisory. “Travel Advisory: […]
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| There will be two vaccination events on Monday [Jan 11] with the first at 10am, while the second will take place at 1pm, with Premier David Burt, Minister of Health Kim Wilson, and Dr. Carika Weldon set to get the Covid-19 vaccination. A Ministry of Health spokesperson said, “There will be two vaccination events taking place […]
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| Monday, January 11 is expected to be mostly cloudy, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7:21am and sunset will be at 5:33pm. […]
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| “All public schools will reopen for in-class learning on Wednesday, 13th January 2021,” the Government confirmed today, adding that “the decision was made by the Education Emergency Measures Committee [EEMC[ at a meeting held yesterday.” “Bermuda Public school buildings are operational and prepared for the return of staff and students. Remote learning will stop and […]
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| The Health Ministry has set up a hotline to answer questions about getting the Covid-19 vaccine, and they are “inviting people who are aged 65 years and older to register their interest in taking the vaccine by calling the hotline.” This follows after the first shipment of 9,750 doses arrived on the island on Friday, […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Kane Crichlow, Kole Hall, and Keziah Martin were in action in England, while matches scheduled to be played by Dale Eve and Milan Butterfield’s teams were called off due to weather conditions. Kane Crichlow Scott McTominay’s fourth-minute header was enough to give Manchester United a victory in their FA Cup third-round […]
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| 20-year-old Tariq Simons and 16-year-old Daniel Phillips will battle in the Manders Tennis Management Singles Championships Final at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. The day did not start well, with the Bermuda Weather Service issuing a Severe Weather Watch with a Thunderstorm Advisory and Gale Warning, which delayed matches up to three hours. Once the […]
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| Scott Barnes raced to victory during the Winter Series in South Florida, winning the Mas Shifter Class Final The fourth edition of the organization’s Winter Series in South Florida saw Barnes take to the track in the Mas Shifter by PSL Karting Class, clocking a winning 22 lap time of 17:37.656. Following the race, Barnes said, “I’ve […]
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| The owner of a fawn/tan female dog named Islay, who has been missing since Friday, is asking for the public’s assistance in locating the dog. A friend explained, “Please help us find her. If you see her, call us immediately. We have a wonderful group of people that have spent their time helping, friends, families […]
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| More than 23 million Covid-19 vaccines have been administered worldwide as of today [Jan 10], with approximately 41 countries currently administering the vaccine. Bermuda is set to join other nations worldwide effective tomorrow [Jan 11], with the first shipment of 9,750 doses having arrived on the island on Friday. The Bermuda Government said, “The Ministry […]
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| Three women – Catara Mattie, Shantori Daniels, and Shaliquah Talbot — have been jailed in the UK for attempted to smuggle around £50,000 [$67,840] worth of cocaine. A statement from the UK National Crime Agency said, “Three drug couriers who attempted to smuggle cocaine worth around £50,000 into the UK on the same flight into Gatwick […]
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| [Opinion column written by Shadow Legal Affairs Minister Scott Pearman] Have you ever noticed how you can find a cliché for almost every occasion? Two came to mind during 2020’s last session of the House of Assembly, when MPs gathered [virtually] to pass laws affecting all of us. One cliché was ‘something’s better than nothing’. […]
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| Kenni Thompson has signed with Civitas Santa Teresa Badajoz, of the Spanish Women’s Second Division. The Bermudian footballer arrives at the club from RC Deportivo and has a past in UE Cornellá, FC Barcelona, and CE Sant Gabriel. After her arrival at the Badajoz club, the player, who will wear the number 50, Ms Thompson […]
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| A Journey to Telle and Titan Express will present “Sea Freedom Land” on Saturday, January 16 and Saturday, January 30. A spokesperson said, “With the world at a standstill due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Shuntelle Paynter, of ‘A Journey To Telle’ has decided to operate from a solution-focused standpoint and provide a limited travel solution through local […]
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| News that 16-year-old violinist Sari Smith donated her earnings to LCCA, Bermuda welcomed Kalysta Rayne Hayward – the first baby of 2021, Horseshoe Bay Beach was included in Condé Nast Traveler’s ’25 Best Island Beaches in the World’ awards, and the Hamilton Princess was ranked the tenth best Atlantic islands resort were all some of […]
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| BELCO crews are working hard to restore power after outages affected some customers in the central parishes. At approximately 6.45pm this evening, the company said, “We’re aware of current outages and, despite high winds, crews are onsite working hard to restore power to affected areas. We appreciate your patience.” Screenshots from the BELCO outage map […]
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| There were 886 test results received and six were positive for Covid-19, so Bermuda has had 652 total confirmed cases to date, with 89 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 886 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update and six were positive for COVID-19. One of the new […]
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| Sunday, January 10 is expected to see sunny periods with a few blustery showers, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 68%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am and […]
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| Madelyn Moore and her Northern Colorado Swimming and Diving teammates had a perfect start to 2021. In a quad dual featuring the Air Force Academy, the Colorado School of Mines, and Colorado Mesa, UNC sweep all three matchups Friday evening in a performance that featured seven wins for head coach Lisa Ebeling and Northern Colorado. […]
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| In addition to the Thunderstorm Advisory and Gale Warning, the Bermuda Weather Service has now issued a Severe Weather Watch for today [Jan 9]. BWS Director Dr Mark Guishard explained, “BWS has issued a Severe Weather Watch this morning, after detecting rotation on some thunderstorm cells moving through the local area on Doppler radar. “This […]
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| Scott Barnes competed in the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex Presented by MG Tires, as it kicks off the fourth edition of the organization’s Winter Series in South Florida, with a practice day. Barnes competed in the Pro/Mas Shifter by PSL Karting Class. In the 3rd practice race of the day, Barnes completed 7 laps, with his […]
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| The Manders Tennis Management 2021 Singles Championships continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Charles won the battle of the Boisverts when he defeated Vincent in an Under 14 Division match-up in three sets. Vincent won the first set 6-3, but Charles would level the match at 1 – 1 when he won the second […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday January 9th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Wednesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Thursday the Bermuda Islander container ship is scheduled to arrive. The weekly shipping schedule, which […]
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| January 8 saw 500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $2,050.00 BD. 500 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing even at $4.10 per share. The BSX finished at 2,183.86, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is […]
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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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| According to the official United Kingdom Government website, all international arrivals to English will be required to present a negative Covid-19 test taken within 72 hours of their flight’s departure. The UK Government website said, “Passengers arriving from all international destinations will be required to present a negative COVID-19 test result before departing for England to […]
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| There were 896 test results received and five were positive for Covid-19 — one imported and four local transmission with known contact — so Bermuda has had 646 total confirmed cases to date, with 94 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 896 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 8] include list of proposed planning applications and PATI information statement. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised On January 08, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0016/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 08 January 2021 […]
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| The British Airways flight scheduled to arrive this evening [Jan 8] is reportedly carrying around 9,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine — enough to vaccinate 4.500 people — and the Ministry previously advised that they plan to begin administering the vaccine on Monday. Bernews is unable to film it [media needs permission to film at airport, […]
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| Saturday, January 9 is expected to be cloudy with showers merging into steady rain and a chance of thunder, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise […]
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| The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Jan 8], with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled today. Related Stories Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing At Hamilton Bus Terminal DPT Contracts Eight Minibuses To Assist Update On Bus Service And New Schedule Hamilton Bus […]
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| The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports Dr Ernest Peets is today highlighting the success of award-winning Bermudian author Mrs. Florenz Webbe Maxwell. Minister Peets said, “On behalf of this Government, I called Mrs. Maxwell to extend heartfelt congratulations on the continued success of her book Girlcott.” “Not only did Girlcott receive a Burt Award […]
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| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation’s “Eat, Shop, Play” Initiative — which is designed to incentivize customers to shop within BEDC’s three Economic Empowerment Zones [EEZs] in Somerset, North East Hamilton, and St. George’s – has successfully concluded. A spokesperson said, “Once again, for the second year, Ray Lambert, Director of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited announced that Peter Durhager has agreed to become Chairman of the Company, replacing Warren McLeland. The filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that Warren McLeland, who has served as Chairman of Somers since its incorporation in 2012 intends to retire from […]
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| [Column written by Dr Michael Ashton] One of the ICU nurses approached me again as I was coming out of a patient room and asked when the vaccine for COVID-19 will become available in Bermuda. As before, we both keenly agreed that we will gratefully receive it when it finally arrives. We have only to […]
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| A crew member of a container ship passed away as the vessel was diverting to Bermuda with an aim to get him to the island for medical treatment. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Monday 4th January, 7:30 pm – RCC Bermuda was called via telephone by a land-based company representative for the Liberian […]
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| Rain would once again play a part in the day as the Manders Tennis Management 2021 Singles Championships continued at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Matches were delayed to start the day as rain continued to halt play, but when the day did get started spectators were treated to some entertaining play. Trey Mallory defeated […]
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| January 7 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,183.86, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories MIH Acquires 100% Ownership Of The BSX BSX: Ascendant Resumes Trading Today BSX […]
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