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| Athene Holding Ltd has declared the following preferred stock dividends on its non-cumulative preference shares [represented by depositary shares, each representing a 1/1,000th interest in a preference share], payable on June 30, 2021 to holders of record as of June 15, 2021. Quarterly dividend of $396.875 per share on the company’s 6.35% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Perpetual […]
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| [Opinion column written by Senator Owen Darrell] Former OBA Senator Vic Ball is at it again. This time, he titled a piece saying that we live in a “dictatorship.” Really? Just because you don’t win, Mr. Ball, doesn’t mean that we live in a dictatorship. Fair minded people can have disagreements and debates over policy. […]
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| [Opinion column written by Vic Ball] “The forest was shrinking but the trees kept voting for the axe, for the axe was clever and convinced the trees that because his handle was made of wood, he was one of them.” Turkish Proverb It is very rare that I would write a follow up piece to […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [June 3] with the list indicating that there are sixteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Advisory: Current Bus Schedule Updates Bus Service Will Be Suspended On Tuesday Minibus Operators: It’s Not Financially Viable Govt: Bus Service Resumes On Wednesday Asphalt Resurfacing […]
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| In celebration of the READ Caribbean, the Bermuda National Library will be hosting a screening of an African/Caribbean movie entitled “Joseph” on Saturday [June 5]. A spokesperson said, “For the month of June, Bermuda National Library is celebrating READ Caribbean and promoting Caribbean stories, authors, cookbooks and highlighting our connections in our collections! Trailer for […]
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The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, has this afternoon released the following update regarding the Clearwater Middle School.
Minister Rabain said, “As announced yesterday, Clearwater Middle School was experiencing Air Conditioning (A/C) problems and as a precaution, the school building was closed today, June 2nd, to ensure all the necessary repairs were completed.”
The Ministry of Health received 1679 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.0%.
Additionally, there were no recoveries and no deaths.
There are currently 19 active cases, of which;
• 18 are under public health monitoring and;
• One is in the hospital, with none in intensive care.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 2494 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 2442 persons have recovered, and sadly, 33 COVID related deaths.
The source of all cases is as follows:
| Members of the Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] group are joining Bernews at around 8pm this evening [June 2] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The group recently marked their one year anniversary, and said they will “continue to be a voice and an ear.” Related Stories Video: ‘Social Disparities In […]
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| The Ministry of Education will offer a ‘Teacher’s Certification Bonded Loan,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, explaining that the aim is to “provide financial support to Bermudian residents who are enrolled in an approved distance-learning Teacher Certification Programme.” Speaking at a press conference today, Minister Rabain said, “Today I am pleased to announce a […]
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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 air conditioning system at Clearwater Middle School “is now fully functional, and the school building will be open for in-person learning tomorrow, Thursday, June 3rd,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. Minister Rabain said, “As announced yesterday, Clearwater Middle School was experiencing Air Conditioning [A/C] problems and as a precaution, the school building was […]
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| After over a year of staying connected virtually, the Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] said they will be “back on the road for direct engagements in Miami, Florida this week. A spokesperson said, “Meetings will be held with senior representatives from the Florida Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise Florida, Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce, and Greater Miami […]
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The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo (BAMZ) has reopened the zoo area of the facility to the public on Wednesday, 2 June after the most recent closure caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Flatts area attraction shut its doors on March 29 after an increase in coronavirus cases on the island and reopened the aquarium hall, museum, gardens, and the Shop at BAMZ in early May. The zoo area remained closed out of an abundance of caution for the animals.
Good day Bermuda, and Welcome,
Today I am pleased to announce a new initiative that will support Bermudians who are pursuing a career in the teaching profession. Joining with me is Miss Laurel Burns, former member of the Board of Education when the policy was developed and a BTIP (Bermuda Teacher Induction Program) representative, and a former Mentor Teacher in the Department of Education.
In September 2021, the Ministry of Education will offer for the first time a ‘Teacher’s Certification Bonded Loan.’
On June 6, Bermuda will move into Phase 3 on its roadmap to recovery.
As such, the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport advised that as Bermuda enters Phase 3, sports will move to Stage 4 of the Return to Play Guidance – effective June 6.
Stage 4 allows for full play with fans.
For athletes, this phase is subject to monthly testing (unless immunized); permitted group size; and ensuring all Public Health guidance is followed.
| Thursday, June 3 is expected to see mostly sunny, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am and sunset will be at 8.22pm. […]
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| The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo [BAMZ] have reopened the zoo area of the facility to the public starting today [June 2]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo [BAMZ] has reopened the zoo area of the facility to the public on Wednesday, 2 June after the most recent closure caused by […]
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| Members of the Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] group are joining Bernews at around 8pm this evening [June 2] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The group recently marked their one year anniversary, and said they will “continue to be a voice and an ear.” Related Stories Video: ‘Social Disparities In […]
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| Starting today [June 2], there will be a vaccination clinic at the Hamilton Princess – held from 3pm to 7pm — with people who get vaccinated being entered into a daily raffle draw in which a number of prizes are on offer. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will be playing host this week to […]
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| The legal challenge to the Covid-19 regulations which seek to “require non-vaccinated Bermudian travellers to quarantine at their expense for fourteen days” at a local hotel has been filed with the Supreme Court. This is according to lawyer Mark Pettingill, who said, “I am pleased to confirm that our client’s constitutional challenge to the Government’s […]
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| Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] President Chris Furbert is joining Bernews this afternoon [June 2] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. Related Stories Video: BNV With LaKiesha-Marie Wolffe Video: BNV Discussion With Gina Spence Video: Interview With Laurie Shiell & Dany Pen Video: Union Gas Flags At Half-Staff Video: BIU & […]
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| The 20th annual Bermuda Plein Air Festival will open on Sunday [June 6], with the show to be available for viewing until July 9. A spokesperson said, “For 20 years, The Plein Air Group of Bermuda has met every Sunday morning from September to June to paint at a different location throughout the island. The […]
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| Effective June 6th, sports will move to Stage 4 of the Return to Play Guidance which “allows for full play with fans.” A Government spokesperson said, “On June 6, Bermuda will move into Phase 3 on its roadmap to recovery. As such, the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport advised that as Bermuda enters Phase 3, […]
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| Daniel Augustus was back on the Advocates Professional Golf Association [APGA] Tour competing in the APGA New Orleans at the New Orleans, TPC Louisiana Golf Course. Augustus shot a second-round 2-over par 74, to come off the course T26th. The Bermudian golfer’s second round consisted of 5 birdies, 8 pars, 3 bogeys, and 2 double bogeys. […]
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| Adam Hall and his Aberdeen IronBirds Minor League Baseball teammates started a bit slow following several rainouts, but they got their bats going by picking up an 8 – 3 win in the series opener against the Hickory Crawdads, the High-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. Hickory went ahead in the top of the third […]
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Clearwater Middle School Building Temporarily Closed on Wednesday, June 2nd
The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, has this evening released the following statement regarding the Clearwater Middle School.
Minister Rabain said, “Last Thursday, the staff at the Clearwater Middle School reported Air Conditioning (A/C) problems, which resulted in high temperatures throughout the school.”
The Ministry of Health is today advising the public that due to the changing status in the community regarding COVID-19 infections and exposures, care homes have been moved to phase two for their visiting and activities.
“These requirements and restrictions are designed to keep residents safe while providing alternatives to help support their quality of life during this challenging time,” explained Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP.
| The Bermuda Championship announced a donation of $20,000 to the Bermuda Golf Association [BGA], a beneficiary of the island’s official PGA TOUR event. “As the recognised National Sport Governing Body for golf in Bermuda, the Bermuda Golf Association is grateful for the donation extending from the Bermuda Championship,” said BGA President Craig Brown. “Our goal […]
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| Ed, the global reinsurance, wholesale and specialty broker, today announced that its Bermuda operation has developed a new front-end client portal, and within that has launched a digital wage & hour product, in conjunction with Argo Group. A spokesperson said, “Wage & hour offers protection to U.S. insureds and the new portal introduces a new, […]
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| The 2021 Optimist North American Championships continued in Mexico, the ten sailors flying the Bermuda Flag. Trystan Hocking continues to lead the Bermuda fleet, but fell from 21st to 31st with 63 net points, PJ Rodrigues fell eight places to come off the water in 38th place with 71 net points. Jordan Vierira moved up […]
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| Care homes have been moved to Phase Two for their visiting and activities, the Government has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is today advising the public that due to the changing status in the community regarding Covid-19 infections and exposures, care homes have been moved to Phase Two for their visiting […]
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| The Solihull Moors football team in England confirmed their retained and released lists following the conclusion of the 2020/21 season, and the club has confirmed that Bermudian footballer Justin Donawa is currently under contract and has been retained by the club for the 2021/2022 season. Donawa signed with the team back in October 2020 and […]
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| Age Concern announced the launch of their Education Program for 2021, which will start on Monday [June 7] through the end of July. A spokesperson said, “Age Concern is proud to announce the launch of their Education Program for 2021. Starting next Monday, June 7th and running through the end of July, Age Concern will […]
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