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| The most recent Covid-19 statistics, released on Friday [Sept 10], showed that unfortunately there are now 28 people in hospital with 5 in ICU. The 28 people in hospital is more than double the amount earlier in the week, with the statistics released on Tuesday [Sept 7], showing 10 people in hospital, with 2 in […]
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| To provide an easy ‘one glance’ look at the key data, we added a new page on our dedicated Covid-19 website BermudaCovid.com showing all the various charts together. The charts, compiled by Bernews, cover a wide range of data including test results spanning back to March 2020, total tests, positive cases, negative cases, deaths, active cases, total vaccinations, […]
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| The Bermuda Karting Club 2021/22 race season got underway at the RUBiS Southside Raceway with Trophy Day #1, the Vincent “Slick” Lewis Memorial Race 2021. The Tag Senior Class saw Blake Horseman in the winner’s circle in two of the three races, with Bilal Binns winning the other race, while the L206 Senior Class saw […]
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| The 14th named storm of the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane season — Tropical Storm Nicholas — has formed in the Atlantic, however it far away from Bermuda, and not tracking towards the island. The latest forecast from the U.S. National Hurricane Center said, “At 1000 AM CDT [1500 UTC], the center of Tropical Storm Nicholas was […]
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| There will be a “simulated oil spill exercise” on Wednesday [Sept 15] at Whalebone Bay, Ferry Reach. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs advises the public that the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] has organised with other local agencies a simulated oil spill exercise on Wednesday 15 September 2021 at […]
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| Dominique Brown competed in the True Force Global Internationals Karate Tournament Championships [AOK] which was an in-person & virtual competition, capturing 6 titles in all competitions on the day. Brown finished 1st in the Virtual Forms – Traditional 12 – 17 Advance Black Belt Mixed Division, and also won the Virtual Self Defense – Traditional […]
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The Ministry and Department of Education reminds staff, students, parents, and guardians that all schools will continue with remote learning until further notice.
| “There will be a $45 increase in the Standard Premium Rate representing a 13.6% increase,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “the loss of insured adults due to unemployment or emigration is real” and “we have seen businesses and individuals terminate their more expensive private health insurance policies and transfer their healthcare coverage to […]
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| Dennico Hollis and his Stenhousemuir team traveled to Irvine and came away with a 3 wicket victory Irvine batted first and were bowled out for 90, Hollis returned figures of 6.4-2-5-4. In reply, Stenhousemuir, a team based in Scotland, scored 91/7, Hollis was the top scorer with a knock of 30, he hit 4 fours. […]
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| Ryan Outerbridge and his Franklin Pierce University Men’s Cross Country team competed in the 2021 Smith College Co-Ed X-C Invitational. Outerbridge finished 3rd clocking 16:28.6, and as a team Franklin Pierce University Men’s team clocked a combined winning time of 1:22:47 to finish first. Related Stories Quinnae Outerbridge Competes At NEICAAA BNAA Pay Tribute To […]
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| Baseball player Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates went down 6 – 5 to the Wilmington Blue Rocks. Aberdeen led 5 – 1 when they ended the top of the 7th inning, but Wilmington would score 2 runs in the bottom of the 7th, 2 runs in the bottom of the 8th, and then […]
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| “All schools will continue with remote learning until further notice,” the Ministry said, adding that they “look forward to the return to in-person learning and strongly encourage all students and staff to get tested.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry and Department of Education reminds staff, students, parents, and guardians that all schools will continue […]
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| [Written by Dale Butler] The music and hospitality foundation has been firmly laid at The Buna Gallery and Coffee House, 30 Main Road, Sandys Parish. The word has spread. So, selling tickets in accordance with strict Covid regulations has not been difficult. Although the original schedule was changed, the seamless transition to The Kings Band […]
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| PwC has announced that the the Science Based Targets initiative [SBTi] has “validated PwC’s targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% in absolute terms from 2019 levels by 2030 in line with a 1.5 degree scenario.” A spokesperson said, “PwC announced it received validation for its science-based targets and reaffirmed its commitment to achieve […]
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| News that Nia Christopher scored five goals for Towson University and earned two awards, Devonshire Parish Council selected Micah O’Brien and Taylor Hill as the recipients of their 2021 scholarships, the National Dance Foundation presented scholarships to a number of talented local dancers, and Hamilton Princess certified six trainee servers were all some of the […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of August 2021 the company has repurchased 15,477 shares at an average repurchase price of $6.15. These shares have been retained as treasury shares. Related Stories Argus: Establishment Of Sheila Nicoll Award […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Vouch Insurance, the fully-digital business insurance platform for startups. A spokesperson said, “SiriusPoint Ltd., a global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has announced a strategic partnership with Vouch Insurance, the fully-digital business insurance platform for startups. SiriusPoint is providing multi-year underwriting capacity and investing in the company’s Series […]
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| U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette hosted a wreath laying ceremony today [Sept 11] at the U.S. Consulate to mark the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and to honor the individuals who lost their lives that day. Those in attendance included U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette, Premier David Burt, Mrs Kristin Burt, […]
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| Kaden Hopkins and his Equipo Essax teammates continued competing in the eleventh edition of the Volta Ciclista a Valencia in the Valencian province of Spain. Hopkins finished the 130.2km Stage 3 in 110th place, in a field of 226 riders, he clocked a time of 3:39:12. The Bermudian cyclist and his teammates have a combined […]
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| Sunday, September 12 is expected to see cloudy spells at times & the chance of a few showers around, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise […]
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| The Ministry is “seeking to open all Government Preschools, Dame Marjorie Bean Hope Academy, and Success Academy Robert’s Avenue for in-person learning next week” and “all other public schools will continue with remote learning until further notice.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry and Department of Education announced on Thursday that we are seeking to […]
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| The 1st round and quarter final matches of the Bermuda Match Play Championships took place today [Sept 11] at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “The four players advancing after the quarter finals were Damian Palanyandi who beat Le Roy Robinson, Will Haddrell following his victory over Adam Perry, Jarryd Dillas with his win […]
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| Following after the Combined Division Batting Stats from the BCB Twenty20 Division, today we take a look at the Bowling Stats. Rodney Trott from Bailey’s Bay leads three categories, he claimed the Most Wickets, and finished in a 3-way tie for the most wickets in a match with 5, and he had the best Strike […]
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| Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates rebounded to defeat the Wilmington Blue Rocks 9 – 3. Aberdeen jumped out to a 4 – 0 lead in the top of the second inning, Wilmington pulled 2 runs back in the bottom of the 3rd, they scored another run in the 4th, to make it 4 […]
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| The Bermuda Entertainment Union [BEU] has noted the “passing of another well-known Bermudian Ambassador in our music industry, Mr. Thaddeus “Ted” Rudolph Ming,” saying they extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Ted Ming, former group leader and lead vocalist of The Bermuda Strollers was known for his musicianship. On […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Watlington Waterworks Ltd. releases the Directors report to the shareholders. The full filing stated: “Watlington Waterworks Limited Directors Report to Shareholders For the Six Months ended June 30th, 2021: “The report for the year 2020 forecast that 2021 would be significantly weaker than the previous year due […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange LOM Financial Limited announced their 2021 share repurchase programme. The filing stated: “Notice is hereby given that at a meeting of the Board of Directors of LOM Financial Limited [the “Company”] on 23rd July 2021, the Directors authorized management to purchase up to 500,000 shares for cancellation, […]
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| The BCB Premier Division season has concluded, while there are still two rounds of First Division action to be played. Allan Douglas II from the St. Georges Cricket Club scored the most runs with 580, Dominic Sabir from the Warwick Workmen’s Club scored 557 runs, and Kwasi James from Willow Cuts scored 366 runs. Douglas […]
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| September 10 saw 1,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $5,450.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $36.50 per share, while another 1,000 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing up 2.9% at $1.80 per share. The BSX finished at 2,568.92, up […]
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The Ministry of Health received 6074 test results since the last update, and 192 were positive for the coronavirus, giving Bermuda a test positivity rate of 3.2%.
Because of this growing outbreak and the current volume of coronavirus testing on the island, today’s results are from testing done on Monday and Tuesday only:
· Monday: 65 positive out of 2465 results (2.6% positivity)
· Tuesday: 127 positive out of 3609 results (3.5% positivity)
| The Ministry received 6074 test results — from Monday and Tuesday — and 192 were positive, so there are 613 active cases, of which 28 people are in hospital with 5 in ICU. The 613 active cases is the highest since April, and the 28 people hospitalised is also the highest since April, which was […]
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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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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 10] include grant of Bermudian status, large group exemption, and acting appointments. Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Bermudian Status – Section 19A Notice ID: GN0897/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 10 September 2021 Notice is hereby given […]
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| Saturday, September 11 is expected to see sunny periods with a few showers around, easing at times, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be […]
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A Government spokesman today confirmed that elements of the Bermuda Police Service, the Police Reserves and the Ministry of Health will be engaged in enhanced enforcement of the current public health regulations this weekend. This follows a ministerial statement today in the House made by the Premier, the Hon. David Burt in which he said:
The Government of Bermuda has today announced that Her Excellency the Governor is to be invited to designate 18 October 2021 as a public holiday in recognition of Flora Duffy’s success in the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo and the World Triathlon Championship.
Mr Speaker, the purpose of this Statement is to provide an update on the progress made to enhance the conduct framework for the financial services sector in Bermuda. The enhanced framework is intended to further develop existing conduct requirements to create fairer outcomes for customers as they engage with the banking sector.
Good Morning, Mr. Speaker.
I rise today to provide this Honourable House with the fifth update on the Short-Term Stimulus Programme that was launched by the substantive Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. David Burch on December 17th, 2020, with a maximum budget valued at BMD $13,385,000, where small to medium sized contractors were invited to participate in the opportunity to complete infrastructure projects around the island.