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| Somerset Pharmacy is now offering Covid vaccinations, with appointments available at the west end location on Tuesdays. A spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, May 17th, Somerset Pharmacy became the first pharmacy in Bermuda to offer Covid vaccinations. For now, Somerset Pharmacy is offering vaccinations on Tuesdays from 9:30-3:30pm by appointment. Appointments are required because there are […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd announced that Daniel S. Loeb, its largest individual shareholder, will join the Board of Directors. “We are delighted that Dan is joining the Board at this time as the Company continues to focus on serving our clients as a specialized global insurer and reinsurer,” said Sharon Ludlow, Chair of the SiriusPoint Board of Directors. […]
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| Dame Flora Duffy recently raced to a third place finish at the World Triathlon Championship Series in Yokohama, Japan, completing the Olympic-distance event — her first race of the year — in 1hr 51min 55sec. “It’s nice to be back, and I am happy with my race. I have a lot to work on and […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 17] include acting appointments, jurors selection and striking off. Auditor General Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0523/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Government House Publication date: 17 May 2022 Government Notice No.______ Acting Appointment Auditor General The Governor is pleased to appoint Tracey […]
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| Wednesday, May 18 is expected to see early cloud & a shower or two around, afternoon brightening, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 88%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [May 18] and the Fairmont Southampton Hotel Act 2022 — which has already passed in the House of Assembly — is due for its second reading, and there are also three announcements scheduled related to the Fairmont Southampton, including the ‘Property Site Plan’, ‘Renovation Scope […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] will be holding its End of Season Youth Awards Ceremony for the 2021/22 Appleby Youth Leagues and All Girls’ Leagues on Sunday [May 22], which will be the first ever BFA awards ceremony for Youth and Girls leagues. A spokesperson said, “The Ceremony will take place at CedarBridge and begin […]
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| Atlantic Publishing House will be hosting the Crystal Butterfly Literary Awards on Sunday, June 5th. A spokesperson said, “Atlantic Publishing House is Proud to Present The Second Crystal Butterfly Literary Awards Exclusively for Women Authors. The First Crystal Butterfly Literary Awards was launched in 2019. “This year we have selected the following authors for their […]
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| [Opinion column written by Dr. Lucie Fremlova] The 17th May is the International Day Against Homophobia, Lesbophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. It has been celebrated annually since 1990. The day itself, 17th May, was chosen to commemorate the decision to remove homosexuality from the International Classification of Diseases of the World Health Organisation in 1990. Yet, […]
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| Bermuda National Trust headquarters “Waterville”, at the Foot of the Lane, is due for painting and they are offering the public a chance to vote online to choose the new colour for the historic property. Their website said, “Bermuda National Trust headquarters “Waterville”, at the Foot of the Lane, is due for painting and we […]
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| RUBiS Energy Bermuda is now the official partner of SailGP’s Bermuda Inspire Programme. A spokesperson said, “This is a world class programme designed to identify the next generation of diverse performance sailors at each host venue. This flagship partnership between RUBiS and SailGP Inspire will help to educate Bermuda’s youth and provide a pathway towards […]
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| Artex, an alternative risk solutions company, today announced the transition of Horseshoe to Artex. Artex expanded its ILS offerings with the acquisition of Horseshoe in 2019.” Kathleen Faries, CEO Capital Solutions, Artex, said, “Horseshoe has always been more than just an ILS specialist firm and the Artex name represents our wide range of client services. […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] Leading the way to ensuring we have live music performances are Tony Brannon and a new voice to the Bermuda scene, Sarah Golden Eggen, who has the perfect persona that has added to the excellent repertoire of songs they have chosen. On Saturday, May 14th at the Clubhouse Bar and Lounge, […]
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| AM Best has removed Coralisle Group Ltd.’s subsidiaries from ‘under review with developing implications’ and affirmed CG’s credit rating following its acquisition of Barbados based Massy United Insurance Ltd on May 4, 2022. A spokesperson said, ““AM Best affirmed CG’s Financial Strength Rating of “A” [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a” for […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Reggie Lambe hopes to become Bermuda’s most capped player as he closes in on Damon Ming’s record of 43 appearances. Lambe has been capped 42 times by his country and expects to surpass Ming’s tally during Bermuda’s Concacaf Nations League campaign, which starts next month. Ming, who at the age of 43 […]
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| The Main Library phones and internet are still down, the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that the Main Library phones and internet are still down. Technicians are currently on-site working to resolve the issue. “The problem is anticipated to be rectified as soon as possible. The Ministry apologises for […]
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| Girls can improve their football skills at a coaching clinic at the hockey pitch at the National Sports Centre, starting tomorrow [May 18]. The Girls Futsal Programme will feature Brazilian coach Junior and will be held every Wednesday until June 15 for girls aged 8 to 12. The cost is $150, with sessions running from […]
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| This summer, Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] is offering a week-long training course focused on “emerging ocean technology” for students, and “participation in the program is free; however, students must be nominated by a teacher, mentor, or educator outside the formal classroom.” A spokesperson said, “This summer, BIOS is adding an exciting hands-on training opportunity through […]
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| Noah’s Ark Feed and Supply pet store is holding a sidewalk sale to raise funds for WindReach Bermuda. Items include fish supplies, dog collars, pond ornaments, and bird supplies, with prices ranging from free to $20. Noah’s Ark Feed and Supply, on Marsh Lane, Devonshire, is open Monday to Friday from 9.30 am to 6 […]
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| Nayms has ‘graduated’ from the Bermuda Monetary Authority’s [BMA] regulatory sandbox to “become the world’s first, fully regulated crypto-native insurance marketplace,” the BDA announced today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] congratulates Nayms for graduating from the Bermuda Monetary Authority’s [BMA] regulatory sandbox, to become the world’s first, fully regulated crypto-native insurance […]
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| Stormy conditions, technical problems and injury have forced Jean-Pierre Dick to abandon his attempted record breaking crossing in the first Bermuda Lorient – Pure Ocean Challenge. A main energy recharging system failure, poor weather conditions and a hand injury made the four-times Transat Jacques Vabre winner decide to halt the record attempt and divert to […]
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| Bermuda’s Caitlyn Bobb has once again set a new school record in the 400m, this time while competing at the ECAC Championships in the U.S. Bobb competes for the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and their report said, “UMBC women’s track and field was led by freshman Caitlyn Bobb who once again shattered a school record. […]
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| A former resident of Bermuda has repatriated a 154-year-old gold ring, found between floorboards at Verdmont in the 1940s, and gifted it to the Bermuda National Trust [BNT]. Verdmont, which was built sometime between 1694 and 1714, is one of the Trust’s historic house museums. A spokesperson said, “Handing over the ring to the Trust […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA Senator Robin Tucker] National Security Minister Michael Weeks and Pastor Leroy Bean and the Gang Violence Reduction Team Coordinator were recently interviewed by Bernews to enlightening the public about the work that is being done to deal with gang violence in Bermuda. Historically, we have not had regular press conferences […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Kim Swan] I read the recent comments from former Premier Cannonier with great interest. I had hoped that he would be bringing forward a vision from the OBA on tourism or any other issue critical to the elevation of the condition of our people. It would have been refreshing to […]
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| Ki-Juan Minors started competed in the 2022 Wellington International Equestrian Federation’s ESP Spring 35 Horse Jumping event in Florida. Minors — riding Wiser Now — won the United States Hunter Jumper Association [USHJA] Hunter 2 Feet 6 Inches U/S Class. The same pair competed in the USHJA Hunter 2 Feet 6 Inches Class finishing 4th. […]
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| Bermudian cricketers Delray Rawlins, Dominic Sabir, and Dennico Hollis were recently in action for their respective teams. Delray Rawlins Leicestershire 210 & 333/9 Sussex 450 Afternoon showers cost Delray Rawlins and his Sussex teammates the chance to win their first LV= Insurance County Championship fixture at the Upton Steel County Ground, Grace Road. An eighth […]
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