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| McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett and Ryley Tannock earned legal scholarships from Walkers, while Padraic O’Shaughnessy and Caitlin Hyland will be interning with the firm. A spokesperson said, “Four young Bermudians pursuing a future in the legal profession are being supported in their career aspirations by local law firm Walkers. “McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett and Ryley Tannock have both successfully […]
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| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban held a press conference this afternoon [July 7] to introduce the new Solar Photovoltaic Certification Training Programme. The press conference has just concluded and we will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video replay is below. Related Stories Minister On 6 Megawatt Solar Farm […]
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| Mother and daughter team Carlita Burgess and Milisa Williams have launched Brown Bag Products [BBP], a local clothing company offering t-shirts, hoodies, and other items that showcase original art. Ms. Burgess said, “The inspiration behind BBP is to share art on clothing that can be worn or items that can be utilized. Our pieces will […]
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| Local coaching and consulting firm Transform is set to release the latest issue of its newsletter this week, which is focused on “creating new pathways.” A spokesperson said, “As we emerge slowly from lockdowns and restrictions, so much has changed in our world. Some good and some not so good. One Bermuda-based company is encouraging […]
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| Jessica Lewis continued her preparation for the Paralympic Games as she competed in the CAUL Invitational in Quebec City. Competing in the 100 meters preliminary race, Lewis clocked a winning time of 18.04, and in the 100 meters final, she went even faster with a time of 17.65. In the 400 meters she recorded a […]
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| Following the conclusion of the 2021 Gold Cup Preliminary Round – which saw Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti and Guadeloupe advance — Bermuda’s Nahki Wells was the top scorer with four goals. The Preliminary Round had 12 teams in total, although only 10 played as Cuba was unable to make the game due to “Covid-19 related travel and […]
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| Hiscox Ltd announced the appointment of Vincent Prabis to the role of Managing Principal, Hiscox ILS. A spokesperson said, “Specialist global insurer Hiscox has appointed Vincent Prabis to the role of Managing Principal, Hiscox ILS. His appointment is subject to Department of Immigration and Bermuda Regulatory approval. “In his role as Managing Principal at Hiscox […]
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| The Concerned Citizens Group is urging people to attend a prayer vigil on Sunday afternoon [July 11] at the Cabinet Grounds in Hamilton. The graphic states, “Urgent clarion call to all of Bermuda for a solemn assembly. Prayer Vigil! Spread peace and love with everyone you meet. The Cabinet Grounds, Sunday, July 11th, 2021 at 3:00 […]
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| Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti and Guadeloupe will move onto the Group Stage of the 2021 Concacaf Gold Cup, with Haiti advancing courtesy of their 4-1 win over Bermuda last night. Concacaf said, “After a thrilling three-day series of Gold Cup Prelims matches in South Florida’s DRV PNK Stadium, Tuesday evening’s matches concluded the inaugural edition […]
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| The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] will be honouring past Carifta athletes in a Baton Relay. Donna Raynor President of the BNAA said, “This event will take place Saturday, July 10th beginning at 3:30 pm, this was an event that was going to be the start of the 2020 Carifta Games but we felt we […]
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| Kenny Leseur began playing in the 14th FCG International Championship at the Singing Hills Golf in El Cajon, San Diego California. Leseur shot an opening-round 3-under par 67 to finish the round T7th, Leseur’s round consisted of 4 birdies, 13 pars, and 1 bogey. Starting out on the front nine, Leseur made the turn at […]
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| The organising committee for the Orkney 2025 Island Games has announced that the games will take place on July 12 – 18 2025. A spokesperson said, “The organising committee for the Orkney 2025 Island Games has announced the dates across which the rescheduled Games will now take place. The Games will take place from 12 […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a simple and classic image of a hibiscus 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 phone wallpaper download. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of June 2021 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories Virtual No Limits Sailing Programme Held BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme Goes Virtual Project Action’s Bus Back On The Road Photos & […]
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| KPMG in Bermuda, in collaboration with the Privacy Commissioner, conducted a Privacy readiness survey to access the markets’ awareness and readiness for the privacy regulation. A spokesperson said, “KPMG in Bermuda [KPMG], in collaboration with the Privacy Commissioner, conducted a Privacy readiness survey to access the markets’ awareness and readiness for the privacy regulation. The […]
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| July 6 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,559.66, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 5 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 2 […]
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| The Bermuda football team played against Haiti this evening [July 6] as part of the 2021 Concacaf Gold Cup Prelims, with Haiti recording a 4 – 1 victory, with Nahki Wells scoring the goal for Bermuda. The result means that Bermuda will not advance in the Gold Cup. The Concacaf match report said, “Frantzdy Pierrot […]
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The Ministry of Health received 7,346 test results since the last update and five (5) were positive for COVID-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.1%.
These results are from testing done on Thursday (1 positive out of 2,198 results (0.05% positivity)); Friday (3 positive out of 1,808 results (0.2% positivity)); Saturday (0 positive out of 1,953 results (0.0% positivity)); and Sunday (1 positive out of 1,387 results (0.1% positivity))
All five of the new cases are classified as imported.
Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued AML-ATF Advisory 2/2021 about the risks in a number of jurisdictions arising from inadequate systems and controls to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
The Proceeds of Crime (Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing) Regulations 2008 (POCA Regulations) require the Bermuda regulated sector and relevant persons to apply enhanced customer due diligence to high-risk countries.
Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today announced the assignment of Senator Arianna Hodgson, JP as the Junior Minister for Health, taking over the role from Senator Curtis Richardson, JP. Senator Hodgson will keep her responsibilities in the Senate for Finance and Labour; while Senator Richardson will continue to speak for Transport and National Security in the Senate.
| [Updating] The Bermuda football team will be playing against Haiti in the second round of the Gold Cup Preliminaries this evening [July 6] in Florida. The team advanced to this round following a spectacular showing against Barbados which saw the team claim an 8-1 win and score the fastest goal in Gold Cup history, with […]
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| The Ministry received 7,346 test results spanning four days of testing and five were positive — all classified as imported — so there are currently 15 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 7,346 test results since the last update and five [5] were positive for Covid-19. This gives a test […]
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| Senator Arianna Hodgson will serve as the Junior Minister for Health, taking over the role from Senator Curtis Richardson. A Government spokesperson said, “Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today announced the assignment of Senator Arianna Hodgson, JP as the Junior Minister for Health, taking over the role from Senator Curtis Richardson, JP. “Senator […]
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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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| Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced today that they will now routinely screen all their stroke patients for depression, “Experiencing a stroke can dramatically affect a person’s life,” said BHB Primary Stroke Centre Medical Director Dr Francene Gayle [pictured]. “Strokes can be debilitating, moving a normally functioning person to one with significant function impairment. This can […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 6] include a list of proposed planning applications, grant of a Permanent Resident’s Certificate, large group exemptions, temporary fundraising licence, assent, a notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, marriage notices. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised July 06, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice […]
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| Wednesday, July 7 is expected to be cloudy with a few showers from midday onwards, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°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 at 6.18am […]
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| One Communications has partnered with Alarm.com to launch One SmartBusiness, saying that their new offering provides “businesses with security, cost savings, and business insights.” A spokesperson said, “One SmartBusiness offers industry leading technology for smarter security, video monitoring, and energy management. The innovative solution provides business owners with peace of mind with 24/7 real-time professional monitoring […]
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| The police are appealing for witnesses to a collision involving a motor cycle and a van on June 28th at the junction of Court and Victoria Streets. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 11:22a.m. on Monday, 28th June, 2021, Police attended a serious motor vehicle Road Traffic Collision at the junction of Court and Victoria […]
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| This Friday [July 9], the Department of Culture will once again host the Creatives Live! open air musical series, featuring Hana Bushara and Willard Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The midday concert which takes place on the steps of City Hall, is aimed at showcasing and supporting Bermuda’s talented artists. “Previous Creatives Live! performances included […]
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| The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce and Hamilton Princess will be hosting a Wine Fest event on Thursday, July 15, with the event to take place on Hamilton Princess’s Regency Terrace and feature six of Bermuda’s leading wine distributors. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce and Hamilton Princess are set to host Wine Fest. […]
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| Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will be hosting a free webinar entitled “Emancipation In The Bermuda Context” on Tuesday, July 27th. CURB said, “How much were owners of the enslaved compensated in Bermuda? What is the legacy of Sir George Somers, and why has the last Friday of July been changed to recognise National […]
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Yesterday (July 5), the Minister of National Security, the Hon. Renee Ming visited this year’s newest Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR) recruits who are participating in the Regiment’s summer training camp, which began on Sunday.
Twenty-two (22) trainees have enrolled in this year’s recruitment camp.
During the visit, Minister Ming said she was impressed with this year’s intake of new soldiers and is “appreciative of their willingness to serve the people of Bermuda.”
| “We played Haiti two years ago and felt like we should have gotten something out of that match, so we’ll be up against them. It’s a one-off game, we have to leave everything on the pitch and give it all we’ve got,” Bermuda Head Coach Kyle Lightbourne said. The Concacaf website said, “Bermuda’s first ever […]
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| The Chubb Charitable Foundation Bermuda announced this year’s scholarship recipients, with Zahra Wilson receiving the Robert Clements Scholarship, Owenea Roberts receiving the Bermuda College Education Award, and Asia Atienza receiving the bursary award. A spokesperson said, “The Chubb Charitable Foundation-Bermuda is pleased to announce this year’s Robert Clements Scholarship, Bermuda College Education Award, and Bursary […]
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| The Bermuda football team will be playing against Haiti in the second round of the Gold Cup Preliminaries this evening [July 6] in Florida. The team advanced to this round following a spectacular showing against Barbados which saw the team claim an 8-1 win and score the fastest goal in Gold Cup history, with Nahki […]
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| Joyn Insurance today [July 6] announced a “strategic insurance partnership and investment” from SiriusPoint Ltd. A spokesperson said, “The businesses will work together to transform small and mid-market US commercial insurance through digital technology, data analytics, and automation. “Initially operating as a Managing General Agency [“MGA”], Joyn will be focused on the underserved needs of […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced that Jennifer Collier-Souza has been appointed to the role of Chief Financial Officer for SiriusPoint Bermuda Insurance Company Ltd. A spokesperson said, “As CFO for SiriusPoint Bermuda, Ms Collier-Souza will work with the Global Chief Financial Officer, David Junius, in the financial support of the global organization, including supporting the company’s […]
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| Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds teammates recently picked up a 7 – 2 win over the Brooklyn Cyclones. Hall gave Aberdeen the lead in the bottom of the first inning after a lead-off single. Hall stole second, his 19th of the season, before moving to third off another single; he went on to score […]
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| The funeral service for Ra-Che Williams will be held on Sunday, July 11th, and a Safekey will be required, so if people need to get a test, they are urged to make arrangements in advance. Mr Williams died following a hit and run collision earlier this month, and an online fundraiser to support his family […]
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