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| The Ministry received 706 test results and four were positive, so there are now 242 active cases, of which 12 people are in hospital with three in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “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 […]
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| [Column written by Marcelle Lawrence] Privilege and access to the outdoors I’ve always had an affinity to the outdoors and sought to connect with nature from an early age. I remember the bee stings I received from being overly curious with nature, and appearing in early photographs holding a flower that I just hand-picked. I […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 11] include acting appointments. Acting Appointment: Director, Department Of National Drug Control Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0385/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication Date: 11 May 2021 Dr. Kyla Raynor, Senior Research Officer/Policy Analyst, Department of National Drug […]
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| Wednesday, May 12 is expected to see sunny breaks with a few showers, more frequent overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| Chairperson of Local Organizing Committee for the Carifta Games Donna Raynor and Assistant Chairperson of the Local Organizing Committee Mia Bean are joining Bernews this afternoon [May 11] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with Ms Raynor and Ms Bean set to discuss the cancellation of the Carifta Games. The Carifta […]
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| [Opinion column written by MP Jason Wade] “As a young man growing up in the Southampton area, our community was always together in all we did, whether it was birthday parties, youth fundraisers, or attending sporting events at Rangers. For myself and most of my peers, Southampton Rangers Sports Club was always the central hub […]
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| The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club announced that they will be opening its newest outlet, the Marina Bar, and reopening its popular seasonal restaurant, 1609 on Thursday [May 13]. “The Marina Bar, built during the hotel’ closure last year, was constructed by BS&R, and was recently featured as a runner-up in The Bermudian magazine’s Building […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 11] with the list indicating that there are fifteen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 15 runs cancelled this morning, 55 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| As the Freemasons’ Fund For Bermuda [FFFB] celebrates its 40th year, the group recently donated $2,000 each to four Bermuda charities, with the Centre Against Abuse, Coalition For The Protection Of Children, Bermuda Scout Association, and Duke Of Edinburgh Award Programme all receiving funds, with a presentation held virtually on Wednesday, May 5. In all, […]
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| Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] announced that an online public forum will be held at 5.30 pm on Wednesday [May 12]. A spokesperson said, “BELCO President Wayne Caines will host the meeting which will include a presentation on the Company’s operations and a question and answer session for members of the public. “The public […]
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| The City of Hamilton has decided to waive busker fees for 2021 in “an effort to bring added vibrancy to Hamilton and alleviate financial strain on visual and performance artists caused by Covid-19.” The City’s Marketing and Communications Director Jessica Astwood said, “Every year the City of Hamilton hosts a Busker Programme which aims to […]
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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announced funding approval for nine tourism entrepreneurs and marketing support for thirteen of the twenty-eight Experience Investment Programme [EIP] applicants. “The tourism entrepreneur programme, paused in the Fall of 2020 due to the ongoing pandemic, was developed by the BTA to support the creation of innovative home-grown experiences by local event producers […]
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| In celebration of Port Royal Golf Course’s 50th Anniversary, the Trustees have agreed to a special $50.00 Green Fee starting 2pm daily. A spokesperson said, “Especially appealing is that the sunset golf will commence earlier this summer at 2pm which represents a 66% reduction on the regular rate during that time period. “Additionally, the rate […]
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| Tsilala Brock is getting set to host online voice lessons dubbed Sing! Bermuda, “incorporating techniques from Marcelle Clemons and vocal teachers across her career.” A spokesperson said, “Voice Lessons with Bermudian Broadway actress Tsilala Brock. Incorporating techniques from Marcelle Clemons and vocal teachers across her career, Sing! Bermuda lessons will give you the tools necessary […]
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| A legal challenge to the Covid-19 regulations set to be launched by Dr Courtenay Griffiths QC and Charles Richardson has raised more than £17,685 [$25,014] as of this writing, with over 100 pledges made on the online crowd funding page. Dr Courtenay Griffiths previously said, “The Bermuda Constitution Order 1968 guarantees fundamental rights, liberties and freedoms that […]
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| According to promotions circulating on messaging apps and social media, another car/bike rally is apparently being planned for Sunday, May 16th. The first rally — dubbed the ‘Bermuda Freedom Car/Bike Rally’ and held to protest various aspects related to the pandemic — was held on Sunday, May 2nd, with the event seeing over 200 vehicles take […]
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| The United States Food and Drug Administration [FDA] has now authorized the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use in adolescents aged 12 to 15 years old. A statement from the FDA said, “The U.S. Food and Drug Administration expanded the emergency use authorization [EUA] for the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 Vaccine for the prevention of coronavirus disease […]
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| The 93-meter long super-yacht Lady S recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the luxury vessel seen in St George’s. The Edmiston website said, “Lady S can accommodate 12 guests across seven cabins, including a master suite, two VIP staterooms, two doubles and two twins. Guests can enjoy the fabulous views through large windows or […]
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| Caitlyn Bobb recently represented Harford Tech at a track meet involving two other schools, including Edgewood and C. Milton Wright. Stopping the clock in a time of 25.7 during the women’s varsity 200 meters, Bobb ran away from the field. Bobb went on to win the women’s varsity 400 meters by clocking a time of […]
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| Firefighters have extinguished another fire, this time responding to a report of two cars on fire early this morning on Ord Road. A BFRS spokesperson said, “At 12:57am on Tuesday May 11th 2021, BFRS Dispatch Center received a report of two vehicles on fire at Ord Road near Tribe Road #1. “BFRS responded with two […]
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| Bermuda Commercial Bank Limited announced that Neville Grant has been appointed as the Chief Commercial Officer. A spokesperson said, “Neville joins BCB with 28 years of experience, including senior banking roles at HSBC, both in Bermuda and internationally, as well as with the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation where he was the General Manager. “Neville will […]
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| The Department of Culture and the Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation invites individuals, students, families, charities and companies to participate in the mini-float competition as part of the Heritage Month activities. A Government spokesperson said, “Floats should reflect this year’s Heritage Month theme – “Bermudian Resilience”. To help the public with their float creations, Rowe Spurling Paint Company, Butterfield […]
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| The 2021 Carifta Games — which were scheduled to take place in August 13-15 in Bermuda after having been previously postponed twice — have been cancelled due to Covid-19. A report on the Nation News website said, “Organisers of the 2021 Carifta Games were forced to abandon the meet set for August 13-15 in Hamilton, Bermuda. “In […]
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| AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per common share payable on July 15, 2021, to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 29, 2021. In addition, the Board declared a dividend of $34.375 per Series E 5.50% Preferred Share [equivalent to $0.34375 per depositary share] payable on July […]
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| White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. [WTM] reported book value per share of $1,231 and adjusted book value per share of $1,242 as of March 31, 2021. Book value per share and adjusted book value per share both decreased 2% in the first quarter of 2021, including dividends. Manning Rountree, CEO, commented, “We are off to […]
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| Mosaic Insurance announced the appointment of Anna Jay and Christopher Webb to its London underwriting team. A spokesperson said, “Mosaic Insurance is building its professional liability and financial institutions units with two key appointments today, adding Anna Jay and Christopher Webb to its London underwriting team. “We’re thrilled to welcome Anna and Chris to Mosaic […]
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| May 10 saw 3,881 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $59,608.40 BD. 1,156 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.3% at $40.00 per share, while another 2,725 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 1.0% at $5.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,695.69, […]
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The Ministry of Health received 3423 test results since the last update and 17 were positive for COVID-19, giving a test positivity rate of 0.5%. These results are from testing done on Thursday (five positive out of 1263 results – 0.4% positivity), Friday (three positive out of 1218 results – 0.2% positivity) and Saturday (nine positive out of 942 results – 1.0% positivity).
| The Ministry received 3423 test results — from Thursday, Friday and Saturday – and 17 were positive for Covid-19, so there are 250 active cases, of which 14 people are in hospital with two in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 3423 test results since the last update and 17 were positive for Covid-19, […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 10] include list of proposed planning applications. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised May 10, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0382/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication Date: 10 May 2021 Government Of Bermuda Department Of […]
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| Tuesday, May 11 is expected to see a bright start, increasing cloud, chance of evening showers, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| “Detectives have arrested an 18-year-old male in connection with the stabbing & robbery of a 16-year-old male on Friday evening,” the police have confirmed. Detective Superintendent Nicholas Pedro said: “Evidence obtained by officers led them to make the arrest. A second male has also been interviewed in relation to this serious matter. The young male […]
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| The Bermuda Health Council has released the upcoming schedule for the “Close to Home” Mobile Vaccine Programme. A statement on their website said, “The Bermuda Health Council along with the Department of Health nurses and many volunteers have organised and managed the ‘Close to Home’ Mobile Vaccine Programme which allows residents to ask health experts questions […]
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| Soldiers who aspire to command roles are being put through the mill in a tough two-week test of their skills at a US Marine base. About 30 soldiers and instructors on the Junior Non-commissioned Officers’ have passed the halfway mark of the course at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. Private Taylor Eve, 30, who works […]
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| Think Like an Entrepreneur — an eight-week in depth course with the aim of teaching entrepreneurs how to establish goals and manage risks — is set to begin on Tuesday, May 25th, 2021. A BEDC spokesperson said, “Don’t miss your chance to sign up for ‘an educational opportunity not to be missed!’ Think Like an […]
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| The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda will hold an educational webinar discussion about Privacy by Design [PbD] on Thursday [May 13], with the event to feature the creator of the PbD principles, Dr. Ann Cavoukian, former privacy commissioner for Ontario. A spokesperson said, “On 13 May 2021, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner […]
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| Masterworks Museum, in a joint effort with ‘Black Lives Matter, Bermuda’ and the ‘Peaceful Art Protest’, are inviting the public to “join us as we come together to mark the anniversary of the Black Lives Matter Bermuda March.” A spokesperson said, “This special exhibition will showcase the artwork created in June 2020, alongside some new […]
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