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| The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 56-year-old Ricky Raynor, who was last seen this afternoon in the Southampton area. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 56-year-old Mr. Ricky Raynor. Mr. Raynor was last seen around 4pm this afternoon, [Wednesday 19th May 2021] in the […]
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| “From December of 2020 through May 17, 2021, approximately 4,400 applications for unemployment benefit support have been approved by the Government of Bermuda, and over 4,100 individuals have received benefits totalling $5.1 million,” Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson as he provided an update on the Unemployment Benefit programme. The Minister said, “Subject to receipt of […]
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The Ministry of Health received 1267 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19, giving a test positivity rate of 0.0%. Additionally, since the last update, there were 25 recoveries and no deaths.
There are 111 active cases, of which:
· 105 are under public health monitoring and
· 6 are in hospital, with 2 in intensive care;
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 2479 confirmed cases of coronavirus, out of which a total of 2336 have recovered, and sadly 32 COVID related deaths.
Good Afernoon to all members of the media.
I am pleased to announce today that the Viking Cruise Ship Orion arrives in Bermuda’s waters this Friday, 21 May, two days ahead of the scheduled arrival of 23 May, and will remain at anchor in Great Sound for 6 days to complete its 14 day quarantine period.
Viking will arrive with a crew of 460 and intends to sail with a reduced capacity of 50% on their first cruise. We want to assure the public that the COVID testing protocol onboard Viking is the most superior compared to any other cruise line.
| The Ministry received 1267 test results and none were positive for Covid-19, so there are 111 active cases, of which 6 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU. This marks the first time in weeks that zero new cases have been announced, and the 111 active cases is a substantial decrease from the peak […]
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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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| “During the week of April 26th 2021, the Chromebooks arrived on Island,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said in reference to the Chromebooks that were purchased thanks to a $500,000 donation from the Hasso Plattner Foundation. Speaking during today’s press conference, Minister Rabain said, “In July 2020, we were pleased to announce that the Hasso […]
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| KraftHeinz and Butterfield & Vallis recently completed the first quarter of their KraftHeinz Cares Campaign, donating $3,768.48 to the Endeavour programme. A spokesperson said, “For a limited time, with the purchase of any participating KraftHeinz product, including Kraft mayonnaise, Heinz ketchup, Kraft dressing, Kraft barbecue sauce, Heinz mustard and Heinz relish, at stores throughout Bermuda, a percentage […]
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| The Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] is “closely monitoring” a disturbance located to our east, noting that there is a possibility of a “tropical or subtropical depression forming in the next few days in our vicinity.” A spokesperson said, “Duty staff at the Bermuda Weather Service just had a call with the US National Hurricane Center […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 19] include contracts valued at over $50,000, liquor licence fee reduction, large group exemption, and cancellation of registration. PATI :- [Information Statement-Contracts Valued at $50,000 or more] – JUD Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN0412/2021 Public […]
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| Thursday, May 20 is expected to see increasing cloud cover, few showers through the day & night, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 19] with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 21 runs cancelled this morning, 25 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott is holding a press conference this afternoon [May 19] to “update the public on cruise ship homeporting as well as island boating. We will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime you can watch the live video below. Related Stories Minister: Norwegian Dawn Running Aground Minister On ‘Secret […]
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| Shiona Turini continues to build her stellar resume, with the Bermudian fashion consultant recently working as a stylist for cover images on two major international fashion magazines. Ms Turini styled Tracee Ellis Ross for the recent cover of Marie Claire magazine, and also styled Issa Rae for the latest cover of Vanity Fair magazine. This […]
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| Michael Wynne and Melanie Fullerton are getting set to present a webinar on ‘AML Considerations for Trust Business’ tomorrow [May 20] at 1.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Michael Wynne [Senior Vice President] and Melanie Fullerton, Senior Associate [Walkers] will be presenting on AML Considerations for Trust Business tomorrow, 20 May 2021 at 1.00pm. “Michael and Melanie […]
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| The City of Hamilton will be hosting free ‘Discover Hamilton’ walking tours led by Hamilton Town Crier Ed Christopher. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton invites you on a trip into the past with its free ‘Discover Hamilton’ walking tour, led by Town Crier Ed Christopher. “The tour, which commences this month and is […]
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| Minister of Education Diallo Rabain is holding a press conference this morning [May 19] to discuss the signatures for the first two signature schools as well as other topics, with the Minister joined by Chairperson of the Berkeley Board Craig Bridgewater and Chairperson of the Cedarbridge Board Jason Wade. We will have additional coverage later on […]
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| [Opinion column written by Deputy Premier & Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban] We all know Bermuda is really expensive. So many of our people are feeling the squeeze on many fronts. That’s why the PLP Government is working on your behalf every day to continue providing aspects of relief. During Covid-19, we provided financial […]
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| On Saturday [May 22], saxophonist Miles Manders and pianist Wendy Flood will be performing and will highlight music from the late Charles Michael “Curtis” Clarke. Dale Butler said, “In the late 1950s, Bermuda legends Celeste Robinson and Al Harris teamed up at The Harmony Hall and produced numerous performances that packed the house. Celeste became […]
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| This week and next week, the mobile vaccination centres will be available at locations including the Southampton Princess, TCD, Open Door Christian Fellowship in St. David’s, Sandys Secondary Middle School and the National Sports Centre in Devonshire. This was announced during last night’s [May 18] press conference, with Health Minister Kim Wilson saying, “Later this week, the mobile […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 19] with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: 49 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 53 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday Ministry: 44 Bus Runs Cancelled On Friday Ministry: 52 Bus Runs Cancelled […]
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| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a phone lock screen incorporating the theme of ‘Bermudian Resilience’ — the 2021 Bermuda Day and Heritage Month theme — along with accents of the Bermudiana, Bermuda’s national flower. The design below is also available here as both a Twitter header and Facebook profile cover […]
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| PartnerRe Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors has declared a dividend for the period March 15, 2021 – June 14, 2021 of $0.3046875 per share on the Company’s 4.875% Fixed Rate Non-Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Shares, Series J. The dividend is payable on June 15, 2021 to shareholders of record on May 28, 2021. Related […]
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| May 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,638.10, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 17 […]
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Good evening Bermuda.
It was Malcolm X who said, “The future belongs to those who prepare for it today”. In my National Address on April 25 I outlined how we will move beyond the pandemic and into a future where restrictions are ended and our lives here in Bermuda return to normal.
To prepare for that future and ultimately to get there, requires us to work together to eliminate local transmission of the coronavirus, maintain strong protections at our border to keep dangerous variants out, and continue to progress with our vaccination programme.
Thank you, Premier, good evening everyone.
The Ministry of Health received 858 test results since the last update, and two (2) were positive for coronavirus. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.2%.
Both of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with known cases.
Additionally, since the last update, there were 37 recoveries and no deaths.
There are currently 136 active cases, of which;
· 127 are under public health monitoring and;
| As of May 15th, Bermuda has administered a total of 65,497 vaccinations, with 47.7% of the population having received two doses thus far. Speaking during tonight’s press conference, Health Minister Kim Wilson provided vaccination statistics, saying, “We have completed the eighteenth full week of vaccinations. From January 11 to May 15, 2021, Bermuda has administered a […]
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| WindReach is launching WindReach at Home, a new social-enterprise project “where the benefits of nature-based learning experiences can be enjoyed by the entire community.” A spokesperson said, “WindReach is delighted to initiate a new social-enterprise project – WindReach at Home – where the benefits of nature-based learning experiences can be enjoyed by the entire community. […]
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| “To thank those who are now fully vaccinated, CG Insurance will give away free wellness health bags later this week to those who show their Government-issued Covid-19 Immunization Card,” the company said today. A spokesperson said, “It has been proven that individuals getting vaccinated is the most direct way to get our global economies and […]
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| Wednesday, May 19 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.18am and sunset […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 18] with the list indicating that there are twenty-one bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 21 runs cancelled this morning, 28 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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The Registrar of Companies is launching the first phase of its new online company registry system on June 7, 2021. This new online registry will allow the public to view all corporate registers maintained by the Registrar of Companies. Statutory filings and applications can also be made online.