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| The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is seeking local vendors to “partner with and showcase their Bermuda-themed merchandise in the Oceans Gift Shop this summer.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is seeking local vendors to partner with and showcase their Bermuda-themed merchandise in the Oceans Gift Shop this summer.” Barb Jones, BUEI […]
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| “To all of our Bermuda’s nurses, thank you. Thanks for your dedication to the profession and the people of Bermuda, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic. You are deeply appreciated today and always,” Minister Kim Wilson said. Speaking at yesterday’s proclamation, Minister Wilson said, “Today, as we mark International Nurses Day, I am honoured to be […]
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| Keturah Bulford-Trott represented Montverde Academy Women’s Track and Field during the Florida High School Athletics Association’s Track and Field State Championships. Bulford-Trott finished 5th in heat 2 of the women’s 100-meter dash clocking a time of 12.17, which saw her finish 5th overall. With a time of 24.90, Bulford-Trott finished 7th in heat 2 of […]
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| Monument Re announced today subject to necessary regulatory approval, Monument Assurance Luxembourg will acquire AME Life Luxembourg [AMELL] from French Mutual Insurance Group Covéa. A spokesperson said, “AMELL is a well-established Luxembourg-based life insurance company with market presence in Luxembourg, Belgium and Italy. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The transaction will have […]
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| The Bermuda Professional Golfers Association resumed their Monthly Medal Championship Series, with action at the Port Royal Golf Course. After having a lay-off due to the Government’s Stay at Home Order, Dwayne Pearman continued his dominance of the field picking up a three-stroke win over Twilton Smith, Pearman shot a 3-over par 74, while Smith […]
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The Bermuda Nurses Association held a proclamation reading to celebrate International Nurses Day on the steps of City Hall today. With social distance restrictions in place, Her Excellency Governor Rena Lalgie, the Minister of Health Kim Wilson, JP, MP, and Councillor John Harvey joined members of the Bermuda Nurses Association to mark the occasion.
| Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced that Jim Williamson, Executive Vice President and Group Chief Operating Officer will assume additional responsibilities as the Head of the Everest Reinsurance Division effective immediately. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Williamson succeeds John Doucette, who is leaving the Company to pursue other opportunities. The appointment of Mr. Williamson to lead Everest’s Reinsurance Division […]
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The Ministry of Health received 1229 test results since the last update, and six were positive for coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 0.5 %.
Four of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with known cases.
The additional two new cases are classified as under investigation. These cases are among residents with no currently identified link to other known cases or history of travel in the past 14 days.
Additionally, since the last update, there were 40 recoveries and no deaths.
| The Ministry received 1229 test results and six were positive, so there are now 208 active cases of which 11 people are in hospital, with three in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1229 test results since the last update, and six were positive for coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 0.5 […]
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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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| “This massive undertaking involves the trenching of much of the main roads in St. Georges and a similar exercise in Southside to completely replace the infrastructure from piping, pumping stations, water producing plants and waste treatment plants to bring relief to the long suffering residents of these areas in providing reliable water and waste water […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 12] include cancellation of registration. Bermuda Monetary Authority PGH Insurance Services Ltd Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Cancellation Of Registration Notice ID: GN0388/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication Date: 12 May 2021 Order Insurance Act 1978 Cancellation Of Registration Under Section […]
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The Department of Culture is reminding the public that registration is still open for this weekend’s Bermuda Cultural Stakeholder Conference.
Happening Sunday, May 16 at 11.00 am, the summit will be carried live via ZOOM, and is free to the public.
Good morning and welcome to Severn Bridge in St. David’s.
I am joined today by MP Lovitta Foggo of Constituency 3 while the 3 remaining St. George’s MP’s – Minister Renee Ming – Constituency 1, Minister Tinee Furbert Constituency 4 and MP Kim Swan of Constituency 2 are unable to be here – as well as Mr. Andrew Dias, Interim CEO of BLDC, Mr. Stephen Tucker the project manager for the Water & Waste Water Master Plan and Ms. Tabia Butterfield of Crisson Construction.
| Thursday, May 13 is expected to see cloudy with occasional rain/showers, chance daytime thunder, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 6.22am and […]
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| The Garden Club of Bermuda has created a welcoming display of flowers in Hamilton, with a display of sunflowers, snapdragons and lilies on the corner of Reid and Burnaby Streets. A spokesperson said, “As the Island moves to Phase 2, The Garden Club of Bermuda welcomes you back to Hamilton with a delightful display of sunflowers, […]
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| The Bermuda Festival has announced its Feed Your Soul, Feed Bermuda campaign, which will see funds donated toward helping to ” eliminate food insecurity in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “We have all missed live performances and The Bermuda Festival is hoping their virtual festival will Feed Your Soul as you watch the incredible performances of […]
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| The Bermuda Stock Exchange has joined the United Nations [UN] Sustainable Stock Exchanges initiative as a Partner Exchange. A spokesperson said, “The Sustainable Stock Exchanges [SSE] initiative is a peer-to-peer learning platform for exploring how exchanges, in collaboration with investors, regulators, and companies, can enhance corporate transparency – and ultimately performance – on ESG [environmental, […]
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| “Over the past year, nurses have been recognized as a pillar of our healthcare system, and we could not do it without them,” OBA Chairperson Catherine Kempe said. Ms Kempe said, “The One Bermuda Alliance would like to commend and congratulate all of the nurses in Bermuda as part of International Nurses Month. Over the […]
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| The Department of Culture is reminding the public that registration is still open for this weekend’s Bermuda Cultural Stakeholder Conference. A spokesperson said, “Happening Sunday, May 16 at 11.00 am, the summit will be carried live via Zoom, and is free to the public. The event will discuss some of the challenges and opportunities emerging from […]
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| Elle Magazine recently featured Shiona Turini in an article entitled ‘Stylist Shiona Turini Aces Summer Style With Madewell,’ with the Bermudian fashion consultant outlining how she’s “dressing for the summer.” The story on the Elle website said, “Dressing for the summer always has its particular challenges. There’s the not-insignificant task of dressing for a 50-degree […]
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| The Bermuda Zoological Society recently organized the planting of 12 young coconut palms along the picturesque coastline of the Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo’s [BAMZ] parking area. A spokesperson said, “Over this past weekend, the dock area of Flatt’s was made a little more green! The Bermuda Zoological Society organized the planting of 12 young […]
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| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] Player Development Committee announced a “landmark sponsorship” with Footy Promotions Youth Futsal League. A spokesperson said, “The Youth Futsal League started in 2020 for ages 8-11 and has been a great development tool for young players to improve player’s skills, confidence, speed of play and touch. This year the Youth […]
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| Viking cruise line announced that it is adding more sailing dates this summer for their voyages around Bermuda, with the company now offering eight Bermuda cruises, starting on June 15 and extending until August 3. The company said, “As a result of strong demand, Viking also announced today it is adding more sailing dates this […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. announced results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2021. First Quarter 2021 Highlights Net income of $130.9 million, or $1.05 per diluted common share Tangible diluted book value per share of $13.97 as of March 31, 2021 Combined ratio of 96.6% On a reported basis, catastrophe losses were $5.7 million or 2.2 percentage […]
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| Dominique Brown recently competed in the Houston International AOK Karate Championships. The in-person and virtual competition saw Brown pick up seven wins and one second place finish in the eight divisions she competed in. Brown won the Weapons – Traditional 12-17 Advanced Mixed Division, as well as the Krazy Athletic 12-17 Years Mixed Division. Brown […]
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| For the first time since the 2016-17 season, James Finnigan and his St. Mary’s Men’s tennis team earned an NCAA Division II South Central Regional victory as they defeated Midwestern State by a score of 4-1. The win marks the first time in program history St. Mary’s has defeated Midwestern State. Jeremiah Sanchez and Finnigan […]
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| The Bristol City Football Club announced their Players of the Year awards, with Nahki Wells winning the prestigious ‘Golden Boot’ award for the top goalscorer, with the Bermudian footballer recording 11 goals this season. Wells signed with Bristol City back in January 2020, and the Bermuda international has been a stand out player for the Championship […]
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| PartnerRe Ltd. reported net loss attributable to common shareholder of $66 million for the first quarter of 2021. PartnerRe President and Chief Executive Officer Jacques Bonneau commented, “The 2021 underwriting year started on a positive note from a pricing perspective, and we have seen continued momentum throughout our April 1 non-life renewals, while remaining focused on […]
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| May 11 saw 43,282 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $212,118.24 BD. 100 shares were traded by LOM Financial Limited, closing up 9.1% at $3.60 per share, while another 42,520 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 2.0% at $4.90 per share. 662 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation […]
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The Ministry of Health received 706 test results since the last update, and four were positive for COVID-19, giving a test positivity rate of 0.6%. One of the new cases is classified as local transmission with known contact as they are associated with a known case.
The additional three new cases are classified as under investigation. These cases are among residents with no currently identified link to other known cases or history of travel in the past 14 days.
Additionally, since the last update, there were 12 recoveries and no deaths.