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| The MarketPlace has provided information about their hours during the Flora Duffy holiday, which will take place on Monday, October 18. A graphic posted on social media indicates that their Shelly Bay, Heron Bay, Modern Mart, and Pricerite Warwick stores will be open from 8.00am to 6.00pm for the holiday. Related Stories Photos/Video: Bermuda’s Two […]
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| October 13 saw 2,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $73,000.00 BD. 2,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 0.7% at $36.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,558.25, down 0.52% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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Press Conference Remarks by
Premier, The Hon. David Burt, JP, MP
Good Afternoon Bermuda,
Good afternoon.
I open my remarks today by extending heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of those mourning the loss of a loved one to circumstances related to the coronavirus.
Things are getting better, and we are making progress. We have fewer active cases, the hospital is less overwhelmed, and children are returning to in-class learning.
“Sadly, since our last update, Bermuda experienced three more coronavirus-related deaths,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “My sincere condolences go out to the families and friends grieving the loss of a loved one today.”
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 3149 test results, and 12 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.4%.
These results are from testing done on:
| Michael Sims, Camiko Smith, Chaka DeSilva, and Damian Palanyandi have qualified for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. A spokesperson said, “Four Bermudians have secured their spot in the 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship field as the 36-hole local qualifier concluded today at Port Royal Golf Course. Brian Morris, announced earlier this week as a sponsor exemption, joined […]
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| The Ministry received 3149 test results — spanning two days — and 12 were positive, so there are now 474 active cases, of which 37 people are in hospital, with 8 in ICU, and sadly the Government confirmed that there have been three more coronavirus-related deaths. “Sadly, since our last update, Bermuda experienced three more […]
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| The island has experienced three more coronavirus-related deaths, bringing the total death toll to 95. “Sadly, since our last update, Bermuda experienced three more coronavirus-related deaths,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson. “My sincere condolences go out to the families and friends grieving the loss of a loved one today.” This was part of 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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| Acumen Group has announced the appointment of Sophie Pearson as Regional Business Development Manager. A spokesperson said, “Professional services company Acumen Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Sophie Pearson as Regional Business Development Manager. “Ms Pearson will lead efforts to accelerate the growth of Acumen’s payroll outsourcing business and will divide her time […]
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| Walkers has announced the admission of Izabella Arnold to the Bermuda Bar on Monday [Oct 11]. A spokesperson said, “Walkers is delighted to announce the admission of Izabella Arnold, who was called to the Bermuda Bar on Monday 11 October. Izabella joins the Insolvency & Dispute Resolution Group at Walkers following the successful completion of […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 13] include large group exemptions, appointments, and cancellation of registration. Large Group Exemption The Coral Beach And Tennis Club Trusted Establishment Events Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0998/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 13 October 2021 Public […]
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| Thursday, October 14 is expected to see sunny periods; a few early showers with slight chance thunder, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be […]
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| Scott Redmond and his Bloomsburg University Men’s Tennis teammates dropped its first dual match of the season to visiting Saint Francis University, 6 – 1. Saint Francis earned the doubles point with a win at no. 1 and no. 2 positions, though it wasn’t a clean sweep as Raul Rodriguez and Redmond won at no. […]
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Good day to all members of the media and the listening public.
You will know that Climate Change is among the most significant challenges impacting countries and Governments worldwide. At the forefront of this challenge are discussions on how we can reduce the amount of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere.
To that end, this Government, like many others across the globe, has been working to implement measures to reduce Bermuda’s carbon footprint.
Climate Change Competition
| The Bermuda Educators Council [BEC] will hold elections on Thursday, November 4 to elect 11 members to serve for the 2021-2025 school years. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Educators Council will hold elections on Thursday, November 4, 2021 from 4.00pm to 7.00pm in the CedarBridge Academy cafeteria to elect 11 members to serve for the […]
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| The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] has released their latest stamp series, Bermuda Greetings, which highlights the Christmas season. “The stamp releases, which feature vibrant imagery of the festive season, are now available for purchase from the General Post Office in Hamilton, as well as various sub post offices around the island,” a spokesperson said. The […]
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| The cruise ship The World – “the largest private residential ship on the planet” – arrived in Bermuda yesterday morning [Oct 12]. The vessel’s website says, “The largest private residential ship on the planet, The World is home to only 165 residences. “An international community of residents and guests spend extensive time exploring the most […]
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| Mergers and acquisitions tax specialist Jon Hutchens has joined Mosaic Insurance as the company’s SVP, Global Head of Tax, Transactional Liability. A spokesperson said, “Mergers and acquisitions tax specialist Jon Hutchens has joined Mosaic Insurance as the company builds out its US-based transactional liability team to meet record demand in the sector. “Based in Virginia, […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the longtail, an iconic bird in Bermuda, with the Bermuda flag in the background. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, as well as social media cover graphics, visit BermudaCovers.com, and if you would like to request a specific Bermuda-related phone wallpaper design, please […]
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| RenaissanceRe Holdings announced it estimates that losses from certain 2021 catastrophe events will have a net negative impact of approximately $725 million on the Company’s third quarter 2021 results of operations. This estimate is primarily comprised of net negative impacts of approximately $440 million from Hurricane Ida in August 2021 and approximately $210 million from the severe flooding in Northwestern Europe in July 2021. In addition, […]
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| October 12 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,571.66, 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 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 11 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 8 […]
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| [Written by Don Burgess] Five people have tested positive in the back-to-school screenings so far. A Ministry of Education spokesperson told Bernews 12 schools had been tested with four positive cases amongst students and one for staff. Schools included are Gilbert Institute, Port Royal Primary, West Pembroke, Prospect Primary, Purvis Primary, East End Primary, Success […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 12] include large group exemptions & notice of intended marriages. Large Group Exemption Flora Duffy Tribute Concert & Reception Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0988/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 12 October 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency […]
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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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| Wednesday, October 13 is expected to see increasing cloud with a few showers developing, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am and […]
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| The Bermuda Business Development Agency recently held a climate risk finance roadshow in New York City, with the BDA delegation holding 16 meetings with some of “New York’s leading law firms, advisers, and asset managers.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] conducted an extraordinarily successful climate risk finance roadshow in New York […]
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| Michael Sims and Camiko Smith co-lead after posting 1-over par 72 following the first round of the 2021 local qualifier at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “Michael Sims and Camiko Smith co-lead after posting 1-over par 72 following the first round of the 2021 local qualifier at Port Royal Golf Course. The two-day […]
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| An art and photography exhibit by clients of Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute [MWI] will be open until Tuesday, October 19 at the Bermuda Society of Arts in City Hall. A spokesperson said, “This year’s art and photography exhibit by clients of Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute will be open until Tuesday 19 October for viewing at the Bermuda […]
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| The Bermuda Virtual Tech Summit will kick off tomorrow [Oct 13], and the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] encourages the public to register now. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] encourages the public to register now for its Bermuda Virtual Tech Summit 2021 beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, October 13. “This year’s summit – […]
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