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| The Bermuda Government is urging people to add Covid-19 to the list of diseases that were controlled due to vaccines. The Bermuda Government tweeted the photo below, saying: “14 diseases we’ve controlled thanks to vaccines: Polio, Tetanus, Measles, Influenza, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Rubella, Hib, Whooping Cough, Pneumococcal Disease, Rotavirus, Mups, Chickenpox, Diptheria. Let’s add […]
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| The City of Hamilton recently hosted the Scavenger Hunt, with the event taking participants all around the City, discovering the Island’s capital while also having fun. The video description says, “What better way to test your knowledge about the City of Hamilton and learn more than with an exciting City Scavenger Hunt! The hunt took […]
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| Enstar Group Limited announced the pricing of $500 million aggregate principal amount of its 3.100% Senior Notes due 2031. The offering is expected to close on August 24, 2021, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions. The company said, “Enstar intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to fund the purchase of its […]
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| August 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,557.26, 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: August 17 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 16 […]
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This evening the Minister of Health, Kim Wilson said, “The scale of this outbreak is such that we must make some adjustments to the Public Health Regulations and protocols. We cannot ignore the fact that we now have 113 active cases. However, this is not 2020 and the progress we have made in vaccinating 75% of our eligible population means that we can adjust but not interrupt our everyday lives and continue to safely enjoy this summer.
This evening, the Department of Public Transportation and the Bermuda Industrial Union met, and a tentative agreement was reached. It will be proposed at a BIU Bus Division members meeting at 8:00 am tomorrow, 19 August. If ratified, it is anticipated that the service will resume at around noon.
| “SafeKey will now be required for indoor public spaces where masks are permitted to be removed, namely; indoor dining, bars, clubs, and sports/members clubs as well as attending a gym/fitness facility,” the Government announced this evening. This evening the Minister of Health, Kim Wilson said, “The scale of this outbreak is such that we must […]
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Over the past few days, the Ministry of Labour has worked with all parties to resolve the matter of the dispute between the Bermuda Industrial Union and the Department of Public Transportation.
The parties have agreed to meet again this evening to mutually determine a way forward. As a result, the Minister of Labour has not yet referred the matter to the Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal. It is hoped that the outcome of this evening’s meeting will lead to an agreement that is in the best interest of the workers, the public bus service users and the Government.
In the wake of tragic events unfolding in Haiti, the Premier of Bermuda, the Hon David Burt, JP, MP, shared sentiments on behalf of the Government of Bermuda.
Premier Burt said, “The people of Haiti have once again experienced a devastating earthquake that has left the country, and her people directly affected by the catastrophic damages. The images emerging from Haiti are heartbreaking. We have learned from the communications coming from Haiti that damages to the country’s infrastructure, food and water sources and health services are severely impacted.
| “The parties have agreed to meet again this evening to mutually determine a way forward,” the Government said this evening [Aug 18] in regards to the labour dispute which has resulted in the island being without bus service since Monday. A Government spokesperson said, “Over the past few days, the Ministry of Labour has worked […]
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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 [August 18] include large group exemptions & Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority approved budget. Large Group Exemption Henry Kingham Private Party Birthday Event Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0792/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 18 August 2021 Public Health […]
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| Thursday, August 19 is expected to see a mix of sun & cloud, a couple of showers about, mainly early, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. […]
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| The Bermuda Road Safety Council and Sandys Parish Council will be holding a free event entitled “The Road to Recovery” on Monday, August 30th from 6pm – 8pm at BUNA Coffee House. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council and Sandys Parish Council are pleased to announce their next event – The Road to […]
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| In the wake of tragic events in Haiti, the Premier of Bermuda David Burt shared sentiments on behalf of the Government of Bermuda. Premier Burt said, “The people of Haiti have once again experienced a devastating earthquake that has left the country, and her people directly affected by the catastrophic damages. The images emerging from […]
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| United Dance Productions [UDP] is getting set to present a dance recital entitled “Trying Times” on Friday [Aug 20] and Saturday [Aug 21] at the Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson said, “The UDP dance performance was inspired from a visit with the UDP alumni. Unfortunately, our senior dancers never had chance to perform their final recital […]
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The Bermuda Road Safety Council and Sandys Parish Council are pleased to announce their next event – The Road to Recovery.
The purpose of this event is to raise the awareness of the aftermath of road traffic collisions and to provide support to victims and their families.
| American officials have officially announced plans to offer Covid-19 booster shots to the American people saying that data indicates protection “begins to decrease over time following the initial doses of vaccination,” so they have concluded that “a booster shot will be needed to maximize vaccine-induced protection.” “Vaccines Authorized In The US Continue To Be Remarkably Effective” […]
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| The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] has issued its second commemorative stamp release of the year, featuring the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition. A Government spokesperson said, “Founded almost 30 years ago by Nicky Gurret, the mainstay beach competition is held annually at Horseshoe Bay on Labour Day weekend. “In 2017 Hannah Emmerson, a long-time contestant and previous […]
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| Bermuda [re]insurers paid out US$29.3 billion to European Union [EU] policyholders and cedants for property and casualty losses and life insurance claims during the five-year period from 2016 to 2020, the Bermuda Monetary Authority said today. The BMA said, “This is according to commercial market claims data collected by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] in […]
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The Bermuda Post Office (BPO) has issued its second commemorative stamp release of the year, featuring the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition.
Founded almost 30 years ago by Nicky Gurret, the mainstay beach competition is held annually at Horseshoe Bay on Labour Day weekend.
In 2017 Hannah Emmerson, a long-time contestant and previous winner took over the competition, and Ms. Emmerson has spent the last four years showcasing Bermuda’s beaches with weekly builds across the island.
| Bermuda [re]insurers paid out US$29.3 billion to European Union [EU] policyholders and cedants for property and casualty losses and life insurance claims during the five-year period from 2016 to 2020, the Bermuda Monetary Authority said today. The BMA said, ” This is according to commercial market claims data collected by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] […]
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| Tropical Storm Henri – which was previously listed as a “threat to Bermuda” — is now a “potential threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours has passed. In addition, the Tropical Storm Watch is no longer in effect. Graphic courtesy of the BWS: […]
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| [Written by Lauren M. Bell] It was Saturday 31st July, the day after Mary Prince Day, and the stage was set for a night of great entertainment! In a small, intimate setting at The Loft [located in the Emporium Building, Front Street], a group of mature music lovers gathered to enjoy old school jams delivered […]
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| “The disruption to the public bus services continues as there has been no change,” the Government said this morning. A government spokesperson said, “The disruption to the public bus services continues as there has been no change following the meetings yesterday. The matter between the Department of Public Transportation and the Bermuda Industrial Union is […]
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| The police said they are aware of a video circulating “showing an altercation which reportedly took place at a Dockyard restaurant” and said the “matter is now under investigation.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of a video circulating on social media, showing an altercation which reportedly took place at […]
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| Bermuda’s best sailors will compete in the SSL Gold Cup, a new international sporting event which is scheduled for May and June 2022 in Switzerland. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s best sailors will compete in the SSL Gold Cup, a new international sporting event designed to determine the world’s best sailing nation. “The SSL Gold Cup format […]
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| If you’d like to relive the glory of Flora Duffy’s historic gold medal win at the Tokyo Olympics, the video below offers a full two hour replay of the triathlon event and medal ceremony. Ms Duffy claimed a massive win at the Tokyo Olympics last month, giving the Island the distinction of being the smallest […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Kole Hall, Roger Lee, Seke Spence, Delia Ebbin, Djair Parfitt-Williams, Ne-Jai Tucker, Kane Crichlow, Ayleal Dill, Mazhi Simmons, and Kashe Hall were in action in England and Europe. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells watched his Bristol City teammates pick up a 3 – 2 win over Reading. Andreas Weimann […]
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| TeleBermuda International Limited [TBi] announced that Norlicia Bean has joined the team as the Manager of Customer Services. A spokesperson said, “Norlicia’s responsibilities encompass managing the customer service team, leading the call centre, supervising the retail store, and ensuring a positive experience for all of TBi’s valued customers. “Norlicia brings nearly 15 years of telecommunications […]
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| Willis Towers Watson today [Aug 18] announced that Kirsten Beasley will head up the Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Willis Towers Watson, a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company, today announced that Kirsten Beasley will head up the Bermuda office. “Ms. Beasley has been Willis’ head of healthcare broking, North America, since 2018 and […]
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| Bermuda’s National Men’s Bowling Team will be heading to Guatemala to compete in the Central American and Caribbean Bowling Confederation Championships, which is the qualification event for the next CAC Games in El Salvador. The tournament runs from August 22nd -28th, 2021. The team of David Maycock, Lamar Richardson, Rickai Binns, Damien Matthews, Carl Reid, […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly ‘Wallpaper Wednesday’ series features a phone lock screen incorporating Bermuda’s national motto ‘Quo Fata Ferunt’ along with accents of the Bermudiana, Bermuda’s national flower. The design is also available below as a Facebook profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday for our latest free […]
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| Kiwon Waldron continued competing in the International Trotting & Pacing Association Midwestern Classic Nappanee Raceway Races in Indiana. During the 1:04.0 and Faster Free For All Heat 2 Time Bar Class, Waldron in the bike of Pokie’s Fly By clocked a winning time of 1:02&1. In the 1:06&1 to 1:08 Junior Free For All Heat […]
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| Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke continued competing in the ILCA6 UK Open Nationals at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy [WPNSA]. Kempe remains in third place with 16 points after eight races sailed in the regatta, while Penruddocke came off the water up two places in 17th with 73 points. Kempe remains in second […]
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| August 17 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,557.26, 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: August 16 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 13 […]
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The Ministry of Health received 12,615 test results since the last update, and 52 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.4%.
These results are from testing done on:
• Wednesday, August 11: 12 positive out of 2821 results (0.4% positivity)
• Thursday, August 12: 2 positive out of 3086 results (0.1% positivity)
• Friday, August 13: 9 positive out of 2671 results (0.3% positivity)
• Saturday, August 14: 15 positive out of 2344 results (0.6% positivity)