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| R.E.A.L and the Bermuda National Library will be presenting a culinary class on Saturday, March 27th, with Chef TeAnn Hassell to provide instructions and demonstrations on how to make hot cross buns. Entitled “Online Culinary Class: Hot Cross Buns With Chef TeAnn Hassell,” the virtual culinary class will be held via Zoom, and the cost […]
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| March 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,583.78, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 58 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ MIH Acquires 100% Ownership Of The […]
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| The Bermuda football team played against Canada this evening [March 25] as part of the World Cup Qualifiers in Florida, with Canada recording a 5 – 1 victory, with Kane Crichlow scoring the goal for Bermuda. Cyle Larin gave Canada a 1 – 0 lead in the 19th minute, and he scored again in the […]
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| KPMG confirmed that they were notified “of one positive case, which resulted in immediate closure of the office and the scheduling and completion of a deep clean.” A spokesperson said, “The health and safety of our staff is our priority. We were notified on the weekend of one positive case, which resulted in our immediate closure […]
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Following a recent Ministerial Statement given by Transport Minister, the Hon. Lawrence Scott JP, MP, Royal Caribbean International, announced on Tuesday that they would offer cruises departing from Bermuda starting on 26 June 2021.
Minister Scott stated, “The news from RCI recently, serves as evidence of our commitment to not only do what we say we will do but demonstrates how we have become innovative during a time riddled with travel restrictions.
Requirement to apply Enhanced Due Diligence for higher risk jurisdictions
Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued AML-ATF Advisory 1/2021 about the risks in a number of jurisdictions arising from inadequate systems and controls to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
The Ministry of Health has two new walk-in and drive-through pop-up locations that will offer COVID-19 testing to the community. You do not need an appointment to get tested at these locations.
The locations are:
TCD (outdoor drive-through lanes), Monday 29 March and Wednesday 31 March, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm.
Horseshoe Bay Beach car park, Monday 5 April and Wednesday 7 April, from 4:30 – 7:30 pm.
Madam President, Bermuda had a sobering anniversary last week, as March 18th marked the one-year anniversary of the first Covid-19 case in Bermuda.
| The Ministry received 1191 test results and 34 were positive for Covid-19 — one classified as imported, 15 as local transmission with known contact and 18 as under investigation — so the island’s tally of active cases has increased to 184. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 1191 test results since the last update, […]
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| Citing the “recent government regulations,” SailGP is making adjustments to the event next month, including “not proceeding with a planned exemption request for on-shore spectators at Cross Island.” A spokesperson said, “The latest Covid-19 updates and resulting restrictions for Bermuda indicate adjustments will need to be made to the forthcoming Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, specifically surrounding […]
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| The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [March 26] and statements scheduled to be delivered include the Consolidated Funds Financial Statements 2020, Further Update on the Stimulus Programme and Covid-19 Impact on Public Schools, while Bills listed include the Public Health Amendment Act 2021 and the Quarantine Amendment Act 2021. The Order […]
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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 [March 25] include acting appointments and a large group exemption for a wedding. Temporary Fundraising Licence – Vincent Minors III Medical Expenses Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0278/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 25 March 2021 The Charities […]
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| Zen Marley Mello – a 16-year-old CedarBridge Academy student – recently created an animated video that not only demonstrates his exceptional video production capability, but also offers his thoughts on the community service requirements in Bermuda’s schools. Zen has been experimenting with video production for about six years making home mini videos with his two […]
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| The Buzz Café on Bakery Lane will now be open until 10pm every night, and the menu has been increased to provide dinner options such as Tacos, Pizza Express, and Noodle Bowls. A spokesperson said, “The Buzz Café on Bakery Lane is evolving into a perfect one-stop-shop for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the entire […]
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| The Ministry of Finance has renewed the unemployment benefit support for individual workers, and eligible persons can receive $1500 for the full 3 week closure. In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “The Government is again committed to supporting workers and businesses affected by the revised and necessary regulations. The Ministry of Finance has […]
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| The Ministry of Health has two new pop-up locations that will offer Covid-19 testing, with walk-in and drive-through testing to be offered at TCD, while walk-in testing will be offered at Horseshoe Bay Beach car park. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health has two new walk-in and drive-through pop-up locations that will offer […]
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| Friday, March 26 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7.15am and sunset […]
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| Lighthouse Connect — an education-focused fund launched by Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] — delivered 20 laptops to students of The Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson said, “Lighthouse Connect, an education-focused fund launched by Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re], is on track to deliver more than 230 laptops to Bermuda’s public-school students this academic […]
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| The Information Commissioner’s Office Annual Report 2020 has been released, highlighting the operation of the Public Access to Information [PATI]. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s 2020 Annual Report is now available to the public, after being tabled in both Houses of the Legislature. This Report presents statistics on the number of public access to […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 25] with the list indicating that there are eight bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 8 runs cancelled this morning, 17 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Mosaic announced the launch of its cybersecurity coverage globally on April 1, through teams based in Chicago and London. A spokesperson said, “Mosaic’s Cybersecurity & Privacy coverage is designed to protect diverse industry types and focus on supporting insureds’ ability to not only proactively prevent an attack, but also respond and minimize damage in the […]
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| National Football Coach Kyle Lightbourne “has been delayed in joining the National Team in Florida” and it “is unlikely that he will be available for the opening match versus Canada” this evening, the BFA have advised. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] advises that National Team Head Coach, Kyle Lightbourne has been delayed […]
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| The City of Hamilton said they would like to “formally introduce to the public its Executive Team who continue to drive the City’s policies and projects to ensure that we remain a leader in public service” adding that they “are proud to highlight that the team is entirely Bermudian.” “Recently, the City’s Executive Team expanded […]
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| “We will not be able to host our typical Bermuda Day Parade,” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Dr Ernest Peets said, adding that instead there will be a ‘Covid-safe Bermuda Day Show’ on May 28th which will be broadcast live, with some in-person tickets reserved for Bermuda’s immunized essential workers, and the theme for this […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is holding a press conference this morning [March 25] regarding the recent suspicious fires in the Pembroke area. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 8-minute replay is below Related Stories Photos: Firefighters […]
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| Opposition Senate Leader Ben Smith suggested that the “Budget debate process should be reorganised in a way that ensures the ultimate display of transparency and accountability to the public. ” Senator Smith said, “We have just completed the 2021/22 Budget Debate. This debate is often referred to as the Opposition’s Debate, because it is the […]
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| “The UK Government has been directly supplying the UK’s Overseas Territories with Covid-19 vaccines as part of the UK’s enduring commitment to the Territories,” Minister of State Nigel Adams said, with 27 deliveries having been made to date “reaching all of the permanently inhabited Overseas Territories with airports.” During the March 23rd session in the British […]
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| In an effort to help foster children participate in online classes, the Pembroke Rotary Club donated 14 laptops, which were turned over to the Department of Child and Family Services for onward distribution. A spokesperson said, “The Pembroke Rotary, the Department of Child and Family Services [DCFS], and the Foster Parent’s Association have, for many […]
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| The United States Coast Guard, Navy, and good Samaritan vessels transported a sick crewmember from the tanker ship Antonis to Bermuda on Friday. A statement from the U.S. Coast Guard said, “The Coast Guard, Navy and good Samaritan vessels combined efforts to medevac a tanker ship crewmember to Bermuda on Friday. “Rescue Coordination Center Bermuda […]
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| The Bermuda Volleyball Association advised that the Corporate Volleyball Tournament, Spring League and the Bermuda Open are cancelled due to the recent increase in Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, with officials having mandated that all sports revert to Stage 2 of the Return to Play Guidelines. A spokesperson said, “Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 […]
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| Keturah Bulford-Trott recently represented Montverde Academy Women’s Track & Field at the 46th Montverde Eagle Invitational 2021. Bulford-Trott was clocked at 12.75, winning heat 4 of the women’s 100m, which saw her finish first overall. Competing in heat 4 of the women’s 200m, Bulford-Trott recorded the win with a time of 26.76 and finished first […]
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| Dwayne Pearman proved too strong for the field as the Bermuda Professional Golf Association’s Championship came to an end at the Tuckers Point Golf Course. Pearman shot a final-round 1-under par 69 to finish with an overall score of 210. Two shots back was Chaka DeSilva who ended the final day going head to head […]
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| HSCM Bermuda will provide $20,000 in sponsorship for Future Leaders Bermuda in addition to the “launch of a mentorship and work shadowing scheme, a community service day, and guaranteed internships with placement for Future Leaders in HSCM Bermuda’s office.” A spokesperson said, “Future Leaders Bermuda today announced its first ever corporate partnership, which will see […]
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