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| In the ninth in our weekly series, Bernews’ latest ‘Wallpaper Wednesday’ phone lock screen graphic features a word cloud using the Bermudian words which have been added to the Oxford English Dictionary. The Bermudian words — aceboy, acegirl, chingas, chopse, chopsing, go long, Gombey, greeze, gribble, mice, mug, Onion, well and wrinch — are all […]
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| Argo Group International Holdings announced that “due to the recent increase in Covid-19 infection rates in Bermuda, and the resulting mandatory stay-at-home order from the Bermuda government, the Company will not hold its 2021 Annual General Meeting in Bermuda and will instead be holding it in a virtual format only.” “The Annual General Meeting will be […]
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| Greenrock puts out a challenge for Earth Day 2021 which will take place on Thursday [April 22]. A spokesperson said, “Thursday, April 22 is Earth Day and, to celebrate, Greenrock is encouraging everyone to take a challenge. It’s suitable for all ages, and really simple to do…. “To participate, commit to do as many of the […]
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| Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced preliminary information on first quarter 2021 catastrophe losses in advance of its full quarterly earnings to be released on April 28, 2021. A spokesperson said, “Everest is estimating pre-tax net catastrophe losses for the first quarter 2021 as detailed in the table below. All amounts are net of reinsurance recoveries […]
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| April 20 saw 10,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $227,500.00 BD. 10,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 3.4% at $22.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,591.93, up 0.26% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 58 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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| MarketPlace has confirmed they will close their Shelly Bay store for two days — Wednesday, April 21st and Thursday, April 22nd — to “continue our deep cleaning and sanitization process in the entire store and get all our associates tested.” A flyer posted on their social media, which we confirmed was legitimate, said, “We all […]
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Good evening.
The Ministry of Health received 578 test results since the last update, and 12 were positive for coronavirus. This gives a test positivity rate of 2.1%.
One of the new cases is classified as imported by a resident who arrived on American Airlines AA 2044 from Charlotte on 18 April 2021 and tested positive on their arrival test.
Three of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact as associated with known cases.
Good evening Bermuda,
Thank you for joining us as we come out of the 7 Day Stay at Home Order and into the next phase of regulations to allow for some safe economic activity.
Firstly I begin by sending my condolences to the families of the three people we lost over the past few days. We are again reminded of the human cost that this virus has imposed on families within our community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of those lost over the weekend and yesterday, as well as with all families who have been impacted by loss during this pandemic.
| SailGP today announced the opening of its Fan Shop on Front Street, featuring three of Bermuda’s many talented artists and designer brands – Alshante Foggo, Factor Bermuda, and TABS – as part of its selection of local brands and accessories. A spokesperson said, “The exciting news comes on the heels of the island emerging from […]
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| As of April 17th, Bermuda has administered a total of 50,992 vaccinations and 34% of the population have received 2 doses thus far, while 70% of all residents over the age of 65 years have had at least one vaccination with 61% having had two. Noting that the vaccine requires two doses, by Bernews calculation — using […]
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| “The continued surge of positive Covid-19 test results the island is experiencing continues to be of great concern” and “the Courts must reduce services further as part of protective measures.” This is according to an official circular which stated, “The health, safety and welfare of the Members of the Public, as well as Court Administrative […]
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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 official Government and Legal notices for today [April 20] include appointments. Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0346/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 20 April 2021 The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2021, under the applicable Legislation […]
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This Practice Dlrection is issued further to Circular 03 of 2021.
The heath, safety and welfare of the Members of the Publlc, as well as Court Administrative Staff continues to be our paramount concern.
The continued surge of positive COVID-19 test results the island Is experiencing continues to be of great concern to the community. As such, the Courts must reduce services further as part of protective measures which are necessary to implement in order to assist in the efforts to reduce the community spread of COViD-19.
| Wednesday, April 21 is expected to see cloudy conditions with occasional rain, turning more showery later, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 1.0% in January – the overall volume of retail sales increased 5.8% when compared to January 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released […]
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| A number of new regulations took effect today [April 20] and we have attempted to compile a list of 20 of the key points, however please note that it is, in no way, representative of all the regulations, just aims to be a helpful guide of some of the key ones to assist everyone. The information […]
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| The Japan SailGP Team has announced their team for SailGP Season 2, which is set to kick off in Bermuda this weekend. The SailGP website said, “The Japan SailGP Team has supercharged its team for SailGP Season 2, announcing the headline signings of Italian sailor and eight-time world champion Francesco Bruni and Great Britain’s Chris […]
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| The police have yet again reminded the public that “the 911 number is for emergencies only,” noting that their “communications staff are being inundated with callers seeking information on Covid regulations and guidelines.” A police spokesperson said, “Once again our communications staff are being inundated with callers seeking information on Covid regulations and guidelines. “We […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] It has been announced that a major decision in education has been made to not have students sit the checkpoint assessments. Several factors were considered in making this decision, and that means for the second year running these assessments will not take place in Bermuda. The […]
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| Opposition Leader Cole Simons extended condolences to the late former Senator Yvette Swan. Opposition Leader Cole Simons said, “On behalf of the One Bermuda Alliance, I offer our sincere condolences to the family of the late former Senator, Yvette V.A. Swan. I knew her on a professional and personal level to be a woman of […]
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| Alexis Trott and her Towson University women’s track & field teammates competed Hopkins/Loyola Invitational. She finished 7th competing in the women’s 100 meter dash clocking a time of 12.86, and Trott then leaped a top leap of 4.90m on her way to finishing 9th competing in the women’s long jump. Related Stories Lewis Competes In […]
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| James Finnigan and his St. Mary’s Men’s tennis teammates earned their sixth shutout of the season as they defeated Western New Mexico, 7-0 at Rohrbach Tennis Stadium. The win was the third consecutive win for St. Mary’s, as they improve their record to 11-3 on the season and 4-1 in Lone Star Conference action. At […]
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| SiriusPoint Ltd. launched their inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance [ESG] report, which provides an overview of their ESG “policies, actions, and commitments to create a more sustainable, and socially-minded business.” A spokesperson said, “The Company’s global ESG practices and goals are detailed within four key pillars: 1. Governance and Ethics 2. Our People and Communities 3. […]
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| April 19 saw 300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $11,400.00 BD. 300 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 0.7% at $38.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,585.08, down 0.38% on the day. There was 1 advance, 1 decline, and 57 remained unchanged. The full report […]
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The Ministry of Health received 2100 test results since the last update, and 91 were positive for coronavirus, yielding a test positivity rate of 4.6%.
| The Royal Bermuda Regiment continues to support the Covid-19 effort, with 70 soldiers embodied to enable Community Advisory Points across the island. A spokesperson said, “A week into the current stay at home period, soldiers from B Company and across the Regiment continue to support the Government’s effort to keep Bermuda Safe. “Last week 70 soldiers […]
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| The Progressive Labour Party expressed their condolences to the family of musician Clarence “Tootsie” Bean. A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party would like to extend its deepest condolences to the family of musician Clarence “Tootsie” Bean. “Clarence “Tootsie” Bean was a well renowned Bermudian musician both locally and internationally. He was an accomplished drummer, […]
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| The Ministry received 2100 test results and 91 were positive – 4 classified as imported, 41 as local transmission with known contact and 46 as under investigation — so there are now 904 active cases, of which 40 people are in hospital with 6 in ICU. In addition, the Government confirmed the sad news that Bermuda experienced […]
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| The Government has confirmed the sad news that Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19 death today [April 19] which brings the total number of Covid-19 deaths in Bermuda to 20. In releasing the test results this evening, the Minister of Health Kim Wilson stated, “Sadly, Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19 death today. This brings the total […]
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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 Government has just posted the official regulations — the Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Stay at Home] Amendment Regulations 2021 – which provide more details on the policies set to take effect at 5am on Tuesday, April 20th. The 9-page document amends the original Stay at Home regulations that took effect last week and some extracts are […]
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| Tuesday, April 20 is expected to be overcast with rain/showers, chance thunder, clearing in pm, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6.44am […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 19] include licensing [examination deferral] extension order & notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. Transport Ministry Licensing Examination Deferral Extension Order 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0344/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 19 April […]
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