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The island has recorded another new case of the coronavirus, it was revealed today. The positive test was among 992 test results that came back to health officials yesterday. The latest case was a vis…
Male Injured In Stabbing Incident In Southampton
There was a “disturbance involving several persons in the parking lot of Southampton Rangers Club” last night [Oct 29] which resulted in one male receiving stab wounds. A police spokesperson said, “At around 9:12 p.m. on Thursday 29th October, police received reports of a disturbance involving several persons in the parking lot of Southampton Rangers […]
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Police plea for assistance over stabbing incident outside Southampton Rangers club
At about 9.12 pm yesterday, police received reports of a disturbance involving several persons in the parking lot of Southampton Rangers Sports Club. Initial indications were that a male was injured a…
Photos: Pumpkin Decorating Display At MSA
Mount Saint Agnes Academy held a Pumpkin Patch Display last week, with over 114 pumpkins submitted for the display. A spokesperson said, “Last week MSA held a Pumpkin Patch Display with gourd-geous creations by elementary and middle school students. Over 114 pumpkins were submitted for the display. “Entries that were received included painted and decorated […]
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BEST Unveils “A New Strategy For The Future”
The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] has unveiled a new strategy to “guide their ongoing work of ensuring the protection, conservation, and preservation of Bermuda’s natural environment.” A spokesperson said, “One of the island’s leading nonprofit environmental organisations, BEST is pleased to announce a new strategy to guide their ongoing work of ensuring the protection, […]
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Bermuda On Cover Of Travel + Leisure Magazine
Bermuda is featured in November’s Travel + Leisure magazine, with the cover showcasing a photo taken on the island and the issue including an article highlighting Bermudians who give “travelers an insider’s perspective of the island’s dynamic culture.” The article is titled “Straight from the source,” and states, “From an Instagram star who leads photo […]
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Video: Golf Channel Coverage Of Bermuda
The Golf Channel — a part of NBC Sports Group — is covering the Bermuda Championships, and you can take a look at some of their coverage below. The video’s description says, “Peter Malnati has set the early pace at the Bermuda Championship with a sizzling 8-under 63. Golf Central breaks it down.” Related Stories Video: Camiko […]
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Video: Rafael Campos Shot Lands Under BBQ
Puerto Rico’s Rafael Campos was one of the golfers in action yesterday [Oct 29] during the first round of the Bermuda Championship, with his opening shot seeing the ball find an unusual resting place. Teeing off on the signature 16th, Campos’ ball went way off the fairway, took an unfortunate bounce, and ended up underneath […]
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Video: Camiko Smith Makes Birdie On Par 4
Bermuda’s Camiko Smith made a birdie on the par-4 fourth of the Bermuda Championships. Mr Smith, along with Anthony Phipps, and Michael Sims — are the Bermudians who secured a spot in the prestigious golf tournament. The PGA Tour tweeted a video, saying: “Camiko Smith made birdie on the par-4 fourth @Bermuda_Champ, the hole he […]
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Faith Community Leaders On US Election
The leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda urge residents to offer “thoughts, prayers, or meditation for the people of the United States, as they engage in their General Election.” In a joint statement, the leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda said, “We, the undersigned leaders of Faith Communities in Bermuda, invite and encourage residents across […]
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Witness: Tucker’s Town residents cheated out of their land by speculators
The deputy chairman of the Tucker’s Town Historical Society said yesterday residents removed for their land for a tourist development almost a century ago were “hoodwinked” to benefit a wealthy minori…
Ex-resident completes 164 mile pilgrims’ route in memory of his father
A British man who lived in Bermuda for almost a decade has completed a gruelling 164-mile trek through Portugal and Spain in memory of his late father. Andrew Morris, 63, appealed for sponsors last mo…
Magistrate takes court action against friend over car crash
A magistrate has launched a legal action against a friend he claimed was driving his BMW last year when it crashed, which led to both men being charged with refusal of a breath test. Lawyers for Khami…
Historic nightspot reduced to rubble for redevelopment
A historic venue that drew some of the world’s greatest entertainers to the island was yesterday razed to the ground. Demolition began on the Clayhouse Inn last month and its completion this week mark…
Prison officer to lead webinar on boosting boys and young men
A prison officer is to hold a webinar next week in a bid to build character in boys and young men. Dorian Tucker will lead Raising Boys to Become Men event, organised by the Women’s Resource Centre, t…
Ministry: 3 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday
The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [October 30] with the list indicating that there are three bus runs cancelled so far 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 […]
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NMAC Offer Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
“Northshore Medical and Aesthetics Center [NMAC] is now offering extracorporeal shockwave therapy, “a non-invasive treatment that delivers low energy, high frequency, sound waves to damaged bone and soft tissue.” A spokesperson said, “After a serious fall in April, Arlene Simmons’ life began to change drastically. “As an Executive Assistant at a busy reinsurance firm, Ms […]
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Stablehouse Raises Over $2M In Seed Funding
Stablehouse has raised $2.18 million in seed funding from Liberty City Ventures, Dragonfly Capital, and other investors. A spokesperson said, “Stablehouse, a pioneering payment and FX exchange platform for stablecoins, has announced seed funding of $2.18 million, with investments secured from Dragonfly Capital, the VC focusing on crypto asset classes and Liberty City Ventures, the […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 29 2020
October 29 saw 10,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $185,000.00 BD. 10,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 2.8% at $18.50 per share. The BSX finished at 1,973.64, up 0.19% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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Minister Hayward Update on One-Year Residential Certificate
Good day to members of the media and the listening public. Thank you for your attendance and for watching this press conference.
I am here today to say with confidence, that Government’s steadfast commitment to growing the economy through innovative practices is finding success.
Videos: Bermuda Championship First Round
[Written by Don Burgess] American Peter Malnati leads by one stroke at the PGA Bermuda Championship after the first round at Port Royal. Malnati shot eight under par with nine birdies and boogie on #17. Doug Ghim and Ryan Armour are tied for second after carding 64s. Both players had seven birdies. There is a three-way tie for […]
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Gold Cup Quarterfinal Round Packed With Action
If today’s late-afternoon form holds through to tomorrow morning, Ian Williams’s Team GAC Pindar will square off against Taylor Canfield’s Team Stars+Stripes for the championships of the 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing World Championship. Williams’s and Canfield’s crews lead their semifinal series, 2-0, against Jeppe Borch’s Borch Racing Team and Phil […]
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Afiniti To Submit Approximately 90 Applications
[Updated] Minister of Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 29] to “provide an update on the One Year Residential Certificate and information on job opportunities for Bermudians that will soon become available due to company relocations.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video […]
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PLP congratulates Simons on becoming OBA leader
The Progressive Labour Party has congratulated Cole Simons on becoming leader of the One Bermuda Alliance. A PLP spokeswoman said: “We look forward to a robust debate on how to reshape our economy in…
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 29 2020
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 29] include large group exemption and acting appointments. Large Group Exemption Bermuda Championship Golf Tournament Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0977/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 29 October 2020 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] Regulations 2020 Large […]
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Rodney Smith Jr’s US Green Card Denied
Bermudian Rodney Smith Jr — well known for his charitable lawn mowing initiative in the USA — has had his application for a green card denied by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services [USCIS]. An AL.com story said, “An Alabama man who has garnered national attention for his time spent traveling the U.S. to […]
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Football: Derby Weekend Match Previews
The upcoming Bermuda Football Association Premier Division match week will include five fixtures labelled as derby matches. A spokesperson said, “The upcoming Bermuda Football Association Premier Division match week sees a lineup of five fixtures labelled as derby matches. “On Saturday, October 31st, Dandy Town battles North Village Rams at home. The two teams will […]
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Weather Forecast For Friday October 30
Friday, October 30 is expected to see cloudy periods, with developing showers and a slight chance of thunder, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will […]
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Woman’s agony over nine-month wait for son’s death certificate
An elderly woman whose son died of diabetes said yesterday she was devastated by a nine month wait for a death certificate. The woman, from Smith’s, who contacted The Royal Gazette after a report of a…
New Leadership For Bermuda National Trust
The Bermuda National Trust has appointed Andrew Vaucrosson as its new Executive Director, with Britt Franklin Call and Randolph Joynes also filling senior roles. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Vaucrosson as its new Executive Director, effective November 1.” BNT President Alana Anderson said, “As the […]
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Video: ‘Taking Off’ Highlights Security Checkpoint
Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the new passenger security checkpoint. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As we get closer to the opening of the new passenger terminal building, I’ll be sharing what […]
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Nov 15: Fundraising Auto Show & Motorcade
The Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge Charity Ride-Out will be held at the Bermuda Vintage Transport Museum at Dockyard on Sunday, November 15. A spokesperson said, “The Scooter Mart Bermuda Charge will return to its origins at the Bermuda Vintage Transport Museum, Dockyard on Sunday, November 15, with a fundraising auto show and motorcade that is […]
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Video: Golf Channel Features Bermuda
Golf Channel, a part of NBC Sports Group, recently featured Bermuda as the host of the Bermuda Championship. Golf Channel posted the video below online, saying, “A bucket list experience. The PGA Tour is heading to Bermuda for this week’s Bermuda Championship! Take a look at what the area has to offer.” In introducing the […]
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Video: Minister Jason Hayward Press Conference
Minister of Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [Oct 29] to “provide an update on the One Year Residential Certificate and information on job opportunities for Bermudians that will soon become available due to company relocations.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is […]
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New tech firm to set up shop in Bermuda
A data and software firm is to move 90 of its staff to the island under the Bermuda Government’s one-year “digital nomad” residential certificate scheme, it was revealed today. Jason Hayward, the labo…
Pupillage recipients announced
The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Kathy Lynn Simmons, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020-21 Ministry of Legal of Affairs’ Pupillage Programme. Aqueelah Simmons, Terry-…
Covid-19: Four New Positive, 13 Total Active
There were 811 test results received and four were positive for Covid-19 — all were imported cases with residents returning home — so Bermuda now has a total of 13 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday, there were 811 test results received by the Ministry of Health, and four were positive for COVID-19. These […]
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Date Change For World Tens Series Round Two
The World Tens Series senior management team has taken the decision to move the dates of round two of the World Tens Series League from Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November, to Monday 2 and Tuesday 3 November. A spokesperson said, “The date change has been applied to allow the SX10 franchise the opportunity to […]
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Live: ‘Social Disparities In Healthy Food Access’
The Health Council is holding a discussion this afternoon [Oct 29] with Food Fight Task Force, part of the Social Justice Bermuda Collective to discuss Social Disparities in Healthy Food Access, and you can watch the live video below. Related Stories “Social Disparities In Healthy Food Access” Health Council Launches Patient Safety Video Health Council: […]
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Covid-19: Four new cases
Four new coronavirus cases were recorded yesterday, the health ministry has announced. The victims – all returned residents with pre-departure tests – were among 811 test results that came back to hea…
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform Announces 2020/21 Pupillage Recipients
The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020/21 Ministry of Legal of Affairs’ Pupillage Programme. Aqueelah Simmons, Terry-Lynn Griffiths and Lorendae Symonds are the three Bermudians selected to join the one-year training programme.
Ministry Welcomes Three Pupillage Recipients
The Ministry of Legal of Affairs has welcomed Aqueelah Simmons, Terry-Lynn Griffiths, and Lorendae Symonds to its Pupillage Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “The Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, Kathy Lynn Simmons, is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020/21 Ministry of Legal of Affairs’ Pupillage Programme. “Aqueelah Simmons, Terry-Lynn […]
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Photos & Results: Harbour Swim Club Meet
The Harbour Swim Club recently hosted their 2020 Short Course Open meet at the National Sports Center in Devonshire. Angelina DeSilva won the 11-12 girls 100 SC meter freestyle touching the wall in a time of 1:39.22, Joy Yammine was second in 1:39.86 and Grace Buckley finished third clocking 1:46.06. During the boys 10 & […]
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PartnerRe Announces Partnership With Ladder
PartnerRe announced that it has established a new partnership with Ladder. A spokesperson said, “Founded in 2015, Ladder has pioneered the use of machine learning to fully and instantly underwrite life insurance online. The result is a streamlined, ten-minute digital process and affordable pricing to help modern consumers care for their families.” “We could not […]
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Axis Capital Reports 2020 Third Quarter Results
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020. Commenting on the third quarter 2020 financial results, Albert Benchimol, President and CEO of AXIS Capital, said: “This was a quarter in which the world and our industry were impacted by exceptional levels of cat loss activity. First and foremost, […]
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PLP Congratulate New OBA Leader Cole Simons
The PLP has issued a statement saying they congratulate “23-year parliamentary veteran Cole Simons on his elevation to leader.” Mr. Simons was elected by acclamation as the new OBA Leader, replacing former OBA Leader Craig Cannonier who resigned from the position. The OBA now hold 6 seats in the 36-seat House of Assembly, and in […]
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Teams Advance To Gold Cup Quarterfinals
Teams from Denmark and Sweden have advanced to the quarterfinal round of the 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing World Championship. A spokesperson said, “A pair of Scandinavian crews, Jeppe Borch’s Borch Racing Team from Denmark and Johnie Berntsson’s Berntsson Racing Team from Sweden, advanced to the quarterfinal round of the 70th […]
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Dudley Eve Semi-Finals: Cougars & Hornets Win
The Devonshire Cougars and the Dandy Town Hornets will face off against each other in the Dudley Eve Final after both picked up semi-final wins at the National Sports Center. Somerset Trojans 2 Devonshire Cougars 3 – After Extra Time Jaz Rattery-Smith gave the Somerset Trojans the lead in the 28th minute when he converted […]
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Man who lost leg after drinking and riding volunteers to appear on poster
A man who lost a leg after a crash has featured on a hard-hitting poster designed to highlight the dangers of drink driving. Now Milford Waldron and the poster’s creator, Ras Mykkal, want to get the p…
Sex offender to appeal against sentence on the grounds of delays to trial
A man jailed for a series of sex offences against a young girl will appeal his conviction before the Court of Appeal next month. Kenneth Williams, 47, was sentenced to three years in prison last year …