Bermuda Road Safety Council: Maintain Your Distance
The BRSC would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists of their duty to drive safely while on the roads. Our slogan for the month is “Maintain your distance”.
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Perez joins HSCM board
Insurance industry veteran Andre Perez has joined the board of advisors of HSCM Bermuda.
Hudson Structured Capital Management Ltd, conducting its re/insurance investment management business as HSCM Be…
Hudson Structured Capital Management Ltd, conducting its re/insurance investment management business as HSCM Be…
New appointment for Apex group
Apex Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based global financial services provider, has been appointed by New Forests to deliver fund services to Tropical Asia Forest Fund 2.
New Forests, a global investment mana…
New Forests, a global investment mana…
Strategic pact for Bermuda insurers
Two of the island’s leading insurance companies have entered into a strategic partnership.
Bermudian-headquartered SiriusPoint Ltd, the global re/insurer, will invest in island-based global specialty …
Bermudian-headquartered SiriusPoint Ltd, the global re/insurer, will invest in island-based global specialty …
Women’s rights still have a long way to go, minister says
More should be done to tackle gender inequality in Bermuda, the Minister of Social Development and Seniors has said.
Tinée Furbert said it was important to celebrate women who broke down the barriers …
Tinée Furbert said it was important to celebrate women who broke down the barriers …
New investment rules cover digital nomads
Bermuda’s investment business regulations have been updated to cover remote work and digital nomads, the House of Assembly has been told.
David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, launched the …
David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, launched the …
Revolve boat party organisers deny Covid-19 rules breaches
The organisers of a summer boat party that involved dozens of overseas social media influencers today denied breaches of Covid-19 regulations.
Selange Gitschner, 40, and Matthew Strong, 43, pleaded no…
Selange Gitschner, 40, and Matthew Strong, 43, pleaded no…
Ministers Hayward and Rabain hold a post Budget press conference
Jason Hayward, the Minister of Economy and Labour, and the Minister of Education, Diallo Rabain, will talk on the Budget and how it affects their ministries.
Video: International Women’s Day Highlights
| International Women’s Day [IWD] was observed on Tuesday [March 8], with an event being held at City Hall in Hamilton to mark the occasion. The IWD website says, “International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender […]
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Column: Equality For Women, Break The Bias
| [Column written by Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert] In the words of the Phenomenal Woman, Maya Angelou, “Each time a woman stands up for herself, she stands up for all women.” On Tuesday [8 March 2022], I had the opportunity to speak to a dynamic group of women as the guest speaker […]
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Daley Wins Medals In Trials Selection Invite
| Elan Daley recently competed in the Trials Selection Prep Invite, hosted by the North York Aquatic Club at the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre Competition Pool. Daley captured a gold, silver, and bronze medal in the meet. Daley won the gold medal in the women’s 100m freestyle, touching the wall in a time of 56.82. […]
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‘Boris Force One’ lands in Bermuda
A British aircraft used for official government and Royal transport has called on Bermuda.
The Airbus A330 multi-role tanker transport, operated by the Royal Air Force, touched down at LF Wade Interna…
The Airbus A330 multi-role tanker transport, operated by the Royal Air Force, touched down at LF Wade Interna…
Bermuda to join Caribbean agencies for tsunami exercise
Bermuda is to join Caribbean Disaster Management Agencies in a virtual tsunami response exercise today.
Renee Ming, the Minister of National Security, will deliver an opening address to participants o…
Renee Ming, the Minister of National Security, will deliver an opening address to participants o…
Marriage Ruling To Be Delivered On Monday
| The Privy Council ruling in the UK regarding Bermuda’s marriage laws is scheduled to be delivered this Monday, March 14. This is according to the official website which lists the “Judgment date” as 14 March 2022, and states the “Issue” is “Whether Bermudian legislation providing that only marriages between a man and a woman will […]
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Football: Somerset Trojans & PHC Zebras Win
| Footballers in both the FA Challenge Cup and Premier Division were recently in action, with Somerset Trojans and PHC Zebras both earning wins. FA Challenge Cup: Somerset Trojans 2 – Hamilton Parish 1 The Somerset Trojans and Hamilton Parish battled for a spot in the Quarter-Finals of the FA Challenge Cup at the Somerset Cricket […]
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Evans Helps Team Finish 3rd In Sydney Regatta
| Rockal Evans was a member of the Gweilo crew that finished 3rd in the Sydney Harbour Regatta in Australia. Competing in a five-race Regatta Series, the Bermudian sailor was onboard the boat skippered by Matthew Donald, as they finished with 15 points. Donald sailed to victory in the first race, finished 4th in the second […]
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Column: Importance Of Southampton Princess
| [Opinion column written by MP Zane Desilva] For the same OBA that concealed the $165 million Morgan’s Point Guarantee and the $100 million spent on America’s Cup until the last possible moment to now run their mouths on this issue is hypocritical at best and disingenuous at worst. First the facts. No guarantee has been […]
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Ball Hockey: Spine And Sport & BDA Spirits Win
| Another Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League double-header took place at the PCC Hockey Rink with 5 goals scored between the two matches. Appleby 0 – Spine and Sport 1 The opening game of the night saw only one goal scored as Spine and Sport edged Appleby 1 – 0. The lone goal of the game […]
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Chatterbox adds an Indian buffet
Chatterbox Restaurant on Reid Street was a bustling place. The coffee flowed, and the eatery did a lot of catering for the surrounding businesses.
All that changed when Covid-19 hit the world in Mar…
All that changed when Covid-19 hit the world in Mar…
Pandemic has pushed forward technology
During the pandemic many people have become accustomed to doing business remotely.
But Acting Canadian Consul-General Khawar Nasim says post pandemic we will have to push for face-to-face interaction…
But Acting Canadian Consul-General Khawar Nasim says post pandemic we will have to push for face-to-face interaction…
Tevahn Tyrell’s late winner sends Trojans through in FA Cup
Somerset Trojans 2 Hamilton Parish 1
Tevahn Tyrell grabbed a dramatic stoppage time winner with virtually the last kick of a thrilling FA Cup first round tie at Somerset Cricket Club last night.
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Goal frenzy as Zebras romp to another big win over X-Roads
PHC 11
X-Roads 1
X-Roads 1
It fell just short of their biggest win of the season ‒ the 12-0 win over Somerset Eagles on February 6 ‒ but PHC did show why they are the leading scorers in the Premier Div…
Andre Lambe determined to put on a show in first headline bout
Andre Lambe is relishing his first headline professional bout as he prepares for a return to the ring at The Shed, in Dockyard, at the end of this month.
Fresh from extending his flawless professional…
Fresh from extending his flawless professional…
Dwayne Pearman and Nick Jones to tee off at Trinidad and Tobago Open
Bermuda’s Dwayne Pearman and Nick Jones will be among those competing for honours at the Trinidad and Tobago Open.
The 54-hole event will be held at the St Andrews Golf Club in Moka, Maraval, from Mar…
The 54-hole event will be held at the St Andrews Golf Club in Moka, Maraval, from Mar…
Rockal Evans and team-mates make solid start to inaugural TP52 series Down Under
Rockal Evans and his colleagues aboard the 52-foot yacht, Gweilo, made a solid start to the inaugural TP52 Series in Sydney, Australia, at the weekend.
Led by skipper Matthew Donald, the team battled …
Led by skipper Matthew Donald, the team battled …
Tributes paid to former MP found dead in St David’s
Tributes have been paid to Darius Tucker, a former politician who was found dead in St David’s.
Police divers discovered a body in Mr Tucker’s company van, which was submerged in the water off Margina…
Police divers discovered a body in Mr Tucker’s company van, which was submerged in the water off Margina…
Energy suppliers warn of cost increases due to Ukraine war
Gas and oil prices are set to increase because of the war in Ukraine, energy providers said yesterday.
Wayne Caines, the president of Belco, said the company’s fuel adjustment rate, or FAR, will incre…
Wayne Caines, the president of Belco, said the company’s fuel adjustment rate, or FAR, will incre…
Public support for airport deal with Aecon grows, survey finds
Public support has risen for the Government’s partnership with the Canadian developer of the airport, according to a survey of 400 residents.
Narrative Research Bermuda timed the release of the po…
Government looking at short-term fixes for ‘atrocious’ roads
Improvements could be made to dug-up roads across the island before permanent resurfacing takes place, the Minister of Public Works said yesterday.
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch explained that his te…
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch explained that his te…
Witness tells court she saw man charged with attempted murder with a gun
A man accused of a 2020 shooting was arrested after a police chase on the night of the shooting, a jury heard yesterday.
Kyari Flood, 22, has denied charges of attempted murder, wounding with intent t…
Kyari Flood, 22, has denied charges of attempted murder, wounding with intent t…
KPMG Investment Challenge drives to exciting conclusion
There have been major moves in the 17th Annual Senior School KPMG Investment Challenge.
The BHS team, Business of Babylon, has begun to put the squeeze on the leaders, the Bermuda Institute team of D…
The BHS team, Business of Babylon, has begun to put the squeeze on the leaders, the Bermuda Institute team of D…
Flexibility of Bermuda fund structures
Investment managers that register their funds in Bermuda will find a flexible fund regime.
The Investment Funds Act governs funds in Bermuda. A fund is an arrangement which enables investors in the fu…
The Investment Funds Act governs funds in Bermuda. A fund is an arrangement which enables investors in the fu…
Second Spring Bowling League Results
| Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw fifth place Blue Angels defeat second-place Star Lites 4 – 0, third place New Comers defeat the league leaders Pinsplitters 3 – 1, while the Islanders defeated the Drifters 4 – 0, and the Last Pin defeated Just Kickin 4 – 0. Men Handicap […]
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Bermuda Squash Nationals 2022 Day Three
| The 2022 Bermuda Squash Nationals Championships continued at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association. In the Men’s B Classic Plate match between Ringer and Carpol, they went the distance needing all five sets to decide a winner. Carpol defeated Ringer 11-7, 9-11, 12-10, 6-11, 11-2, while the other Live Match was in the Men’s B Division […]
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Match Schedule Changes For This Weekend
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced time changes to the matches scheduled for Saturday [March 12]. A spokesperson said, “Please take note of the following time changes to the matches scheduled for Saturday, March 12th: “The following matches will kick off at 1:30pm: First Division Wolves vs Paget – Venue: W Oval Vasco vs St […]
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Overall Adult Mountain Bike 2021/22 Standings
| Following the seventh and final race of the Bermuda Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike Series, the overall standings see James Holloway, Ashley Robinson, Sherman Darrell, and Jennifer Lightbourne on top of their respective divisions. James Holloway won the Male Open 60 Minutes Division with 129 points; Chris Nusum was second with 113 points and Hans […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For March 9 2022
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 9] include acting appointments and large group exemptions. Acting Appointment: Director, Department Of Financial Assistance Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0307/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication date: 09 March 2022 Dave Banarsee, Deputy Director, Department of Financial Assistance has been […]
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Ministry Of Transport Budget: $72.037 Million.
| “The Ministry of Transport has been allocated a budget of $72.037 million,” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott said, adding that they budgeted to “purchase up to 15 additional electric buses and to complete the long- term bus charging infrastructure.” Minister Scott said, “The Ministry of Transport strives to provide an environment where job creation and […]
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Kennette Burgess Participates In WEN Panel
| Women’s Entrepreneurs Network [WEN] recently held a panel discussion that included Bermudian and North Carolina entrepreneur Kennette Burgess. A spokesperson said, “International Women’s Day has arrived International Women’s day is on March 8th this year, the global theme is #BreakTheBias. Organizations world wide are hosting empowerment events, seminars, and panels to empower women to thrive. […]
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IAC To Hold ‘Race and Social Equity’ Programme
| IAC has opened registration for its ‘Healing the Practitioner: Critical Conversations about Race and Social Equity’ programme for social sector professionals. A spokesperson said, “The programme launches on Thursday April 7th from 9.00am to 11.30am and runs weekly for seven weeks for up to 12 professionals. “The seven weekly sessions give social sector professionals a […]
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Caribbean Tsunami Exercise To Be Conducted
| Bermuda will join regional Disaster Management Agencies in the Caribbean for a tsunami response exercise on March 10, 2022. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming JP, MP, will deliver the opening address to the exercise participants, expected to run from 9 am until 12 pm. “The exercise, titled […]
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MediWaste Offering Medical Waste Services
| MediWaste has obtained approval from the Department of Health to provide medical waste management services on the island. A spokesperson said, “MediWaste [Triad Limited] is a Bermuda-based and Bermudian owned company that specializes in the internationally compliant and best practice collection, transportation, treatment and disposal of biohazardous wastes [hereafter defined as medical waste] for facilities […]
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Bank shares up on NYSE, down on BSX
The RG/BSX Index fell 147.27 (5.64 per cent) to close at 2,462.14, as a result of a slide by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd. on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Two stock traded, including Argus Group Holdin…
Two stock traded, including Argus Group Holdin…
Minister of Transport – Budget 2022-23 Highlights
Good afternoon members of the media,
The Ministry of Transport strives to provide an environment where job creation and entrepreneurship in the transportation industry are favourable.
The importance of transportation in our community cannot be understated. Transportation enhances the reach of businesses, services, jobs, activities, goods, and productivity. It is vital for our tourism sector; for transporting visitors and moving them around the island – in essence, there is no tourism without transport.
Docksider netball team takes a shot at helping SPCA
Big-hearted athletes who pitched in for the Bermuda SPCA were joined at their cheque presentation by a young dog in need of a home.
Women of the Docksider Netball Team gathered outside the Hamilton pu…
Women of the Docksider Netball Team gathered outside the Hamilton pu…
Bewlay leading AXA XL reinsurance
AXA XL has appointed Nancy Bewlay as chief executive reinsurance with immediate effect.
The company said Ms Bewlay assumes the role from Charles Cooper who, after more than 20 years as a senior execut…
The company said Ms Bewlay assumes the role from Charles Cooper who, after more than 20 years as a senior execut…
IoD Presents New Courses For March
| The Institute of Directors Bermuda [IoD] announced two upcoming courses this month. A spokesperson said, “The Role of the Chair, and the next scheduled course in the Certificate in Company Direction [CICD] qualification, The Role of the Director and the Board. “The Role of the Chair, will take place virtually on March 24 from 9:00am […]
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Four Sailors Prepare For UK ILCA Qualifiers
| Four Bermuda sailors are putting in the work at the UKLA previously UK Laser Class Association East Region Training. Sebastian Kempe, Nicole Stovell, Millie Lewis and Adrianna Penruddocke, worked with coach Shaun Priestley. Almost 90 ILCA’s were out training in four different venues, all different rigs, ages and abilities in cold but stunning weather. Priestley […]
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Privy Council to rule on same sex marriage case on Monday
A Privy Council ruling on legislation intended to halt same sex marriages is set to be delivered on Monday morning – more than a year after the case was heard.
The decision on the case, between the At…
The decision on the case, between the At…
NAT to gain through the profits of war
Political uncertainty normally acts as a stimulant for his company’s business, the leader of Bermudian-based Nordic American Tankers Ltd said today.
Herbjorn Hansson, the company’s founder, chairman a…
Herbjorn Hansson, the company’s founder, chairman a…