Disciplinary charges against lawyer dismissed
A lawyer who was accused of improper conduct has had the allegations dismissed by a Disciplinary Tribunal. Norman MacDonald came under fire for “irrelevantly and improperly” questioning the sexual ori…
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Watford Reports 2020 Fourth Quarter Results
| Watford Holdings Ltd. reported net income of $61.4 million, after $1.1 million of preference dividends, for the three months ended December 31, 2020, compared to net loss of $16.9 million, after $1.2 million of preference dividends for the same period in 2019. Book value per diluted common share was $47.08 at December 31, 2020, an […]
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One Communications Feb 9 Share Repurchases
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], One Communications Ltd. advised that pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14[2][i], on 9 February 2021, 93,609 shares were repurchased for cancellation at a price of $3.95. Related Stories One Communications Share Repurchase One Communications Share Repurchase One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share Repurchases One […]
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Arch Capital Report 2020 4th Quarter Results
| Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced their 2020 fourth quarter results. The results included: Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $533.1 million, or $1.30 per share, a 17.8% annualized return on average common equity, compared to $316.0 million, or $0.76 per share, for the 2019 fourth quarter; After-tax operating income available to Arch common […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 10 2021
| February 10 saw 22,923 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $91,620.85 BD. 6,500 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 3.5% at $4.10 per share, while the other 16,423 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing even at $3.95 per share. The BSX finished at 2,155.83, down 0.15% […]
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COVID-19 Daily Release 10 February 2021
Good day.
The Ministry of Health received 542 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Additionally, since the last update, there was one recovery.
There are currently eight active cases, of which;
• Five are under public health monitoring and;
• Three are in hospital with none in critical care.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 694 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 674 persons have recovered, and 12 persons have sadly succumbed to COVID-19.
Premier: Bermuda Meets Standard For Upgrade
| “Bermuda currently meets the standard for an upgrade to Level 2 by the primary criteria” from the U.S Centres for Disease Control, Premier David Burt said, adding that the Ministry of Health has been in contact with the CDC, and he “raised this issue with the new acting US Consul General when we met last […]
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Butterfield Reports Full Year & Q4 2020 Results
| The Bank of N.T. Butterfield today [Feb 10] announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2020. Michael Collins, Butterfield’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer commented, “2020 was an extraordinary year for Butterfield. We finished with a strong fourth quarter, having successfully navigated the challenges of a global pandemic, while continuing to […]
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Creatives Live Featuring Joy T Barnum On Feb 12
| This Friday [Feb 12], the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs is launching Creatives Live!, a local entertainment initiative aimed at showcasing Bermuda’s talented artists. “Creatives Live! is a midday concert series that offers an opportunity for the community to support local performing artists, many of whom have faced challenges due to the pandemic. The […]
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BMA Warn About Fake ‘Certificate of Converting’
| The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] said they have ”been made aware of a fraudulent document being included in targeted social media messages” which has “misappropriated the name and logo of the Authority.” A spokesperson said, “The fraudulent document, a “Certificate of Converting”, has misappropriated the name and logo of the Authority as a watermark, and unlawfully falsified […]
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Health ministry prepared for adverse reactions to vaccine
The island is well equipped to deal with any possible serious reactions to the coronavirus vaccine, the health minister said. Kim Wilson cautioned that strong adverse reactions to the Pfizer-BioNTech …
Covid-19: 542 Results, None Were Positive
| There were 542 test results and none were positive for Covid-19, and the island currently has eight active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 542 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19. ”Additionally, since the last update, there was one recovery. ”There are currently eight active […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Feb 10 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 10] include list of proposed planning applications, large group exemption, and notice of winding up & appointment. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised February 10, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification Of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0133/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning […]
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30 Minute Video: February 10 ZBM Evening News
| 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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Artists to be showcased at City Hall
An array of Bermuda talent, with many artists kept from the limelight by the coronavirus pandemic, will be showcased on Friday on the grounds of City Hall. The Department of Community and Cultural Aff…
Power outage in Bailey’s Bay area
Several hundred homes lost power this afternoon in the area of Fractious Street in Hamilton Parish. Belco’s outage site reported 821 customers in the dark as of 3pm. A query has been lodged with the u…
DWD and Local Recruiters Hold Virtual Networking Event
Recently, the Department of Workforce Development partnered with local recruitment agencies to hold a virtual networking event to help talented Bermudians secure employment.
On Friday, 5th February, the event brought together approximately 60 Bermudian corporate professionals, living on the island and abroad, to network and explore employment opportunities in various fields including accounting, legal, corporate administration and others.
The local recruiters participating in the event included:
Government House – Biometric Testing Advisory
Government House is pleased to announce that the VFS Global Team will be returning to the island 23 and 24 March 2021 to conduct biometric testing for visa applications.
Appointments time slots are currently open and will take place from 8:00am – 2:00pm on each day. These appointments can only be booked via the VFS Global website: https://www.vfsglobal.co.uk/bm/en/vacs/hamilton.
Weather Forecast For Thursday February 11
| Thursday, February 11 is expected to see variable cloud with a few early passing showers, with the high to be near 18°C/65°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 7.05am […]
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Ministry: 35 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [February 10] with the list indicating that there are six bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 6 runs cancelled this morning, 29 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Mobile pizza concession opens in EF Gordon Square
A citywide food vendor initiative was rolled out this afternoon with the opening of a mobile pizzeria in the heart of Hamilton. J&B’s Food Fired Pizza catered to the lunch rush today when they…
Biometric testing for visas to be available this month
Biometric testing for visa applications will be available for two days next month, Government House announced today. Biometric scans are needed for Canadian and British visa applications but access on…
VFS Global Team To Return To Bermuda
| The VFS Global team will be returning to Bermuda on March 23rd and 24th to conduct biometric testing for visa applications. A Government House spokesperson said, “Government House is pleased to announce that the VFS Global Team will be returning to the island 23 and 24 March 2021 to conduct biometric testing for visa applications. […]
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BFRS To Conduct Emergency Driving Training
| The public has been advised that there may be an increase of fire trucks on the road displaying emergency lights and sirens, as the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service will be conducting emergency driving exercises. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that starting on Monday, February 15, fire officers from the Bermuda Fire […]
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City’s First Pop-Up Food Concession Of 2021
| The City of Hamilton announced the opening of their first new food concession for 2021, with J&B’s Wood Fired Pizza opening for lunch today [Feb 10] at Dr. E. F. Gordon Square, serving flavorsome homemade woodfired pizzas and iced teas. “J&B’s Wood Fired Pizza is one of six new mobile food vendors which have been […]
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Fire truck drivers’ training starts next week
Fire officers will take part in emergency driver training for up to five weeks from Monday. The “simulated” exercises will run until March 19. A Government spokeswoman said: “The Bermuda Fire and Resc…
DWD, Local Recruiters Hold Networking Event
| The Department of Workforce Development partnered with local recruitment agencies to “hold a virtual networking event to help talented Bermudians secure employment.” A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday, 5th February, the event brought together approximately 60 Bermudian corporate professionals, living on the island and abroad, to network and explore employment opportunities in various fields including […]
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BDA Releases 2020 End Of Year Review
| The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] has released its 2020 End-of-Year report, providing an overview of its key achievements during a challenging yet transformative calendar year. “Despite a complex and fast-changing environment, the BDA delivered on its mandate and, as the review highlights, assisted in the incorporation of 20 new entrants to the market through […]
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Man Arrested, Curfew Breach, Chase, Drugs
| A 26-year-old man who was allegedly in possession of cocaine and cannabis resin led police on a high speed chase on a bike — which was unlicensed and uninsured – with the suspect eventually being arrested after he injured his ankle jumping over a wall as part of his apparent effort to evade a curfew checkpoint. A police […]
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High speed chase after rider avoids curfew checkpoint
A man who led police on a high-speed chase early this morning was arrested after he hurt his ankle climbing over a wall. Officers later found that the 26-year-old was in possession of “suspected crack…
Live Video: BNV With Minister Jason Hayward
| Minister of Labour Jason Hayward is joining Bernews this morning [Feb 10] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the Minister set to discuss matters related to immigration, the minimum/living wage and more. The live video will start at around 11am this morning: Related Stories Video: Minister Roban On Renewable […]
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BNAA Pay Tribute To Michael Whalley
| The Bermuda National Athletics Association expressed their condolences to the family of the late Michael Whalley. The BNAA said, “On behalf of the Bermuda National Athletics Association we would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family, friends and our athletic family for the loss of Mr. Michael Whalley. “Mike has been a regular […]
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RBR Celebrates 1st Anniversary Of Coast Guard
| The Royal Bermuda Regiment has celebrated the first anniversary of the Coast Guard with the assumption of operational control over the service. The news meant newly-promoted Captain Jeffrey Patterson has taken command of the unit, set up last February as a joint RBR and Bermuda Police Service operation for a transitional period. Capt. Patterson said: […]
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Jaden Masters Scores In IMG U19 Girls Win
| Jaden Masters and her IMG Under 19 Girls Premier teammates defeated Clay County 3 – 0. The IMG Under 19 Girls Premier goals were scored by Maria Guerrero, Paula Caro, and Jaden Masters. Serenie Rietkerk and Paula Caro claimed an assist for IMG Under 19 Girls Premier Division team, while JLo Varada and Morgan Flippin […]
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Western Union Reopens After 4 Month Closure
| Western Union Company announced that after a 4 month-long closure, they have reopened their Hamilton location. A spokesperson said, “We are so thrilled that we can reopen our doors to best serve our Customers. Customers can once again send money in minutes* to more than 200 countries and territories, or directly into a bank account […]
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Over 9K Vaccines Given, New Center At College
| Bermuda has administered a total of 9095 vaccinations, a new Vaccination Centre will open at Bermuda College on February 15th, and the next tranche of vaccines from the UK is scheduled to arrive on February 25th. Speaking at last night’s [Feb 9] press conference, Health Minister Kim Wilson said, “We have completed the fourth full […]
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Dill & Houston Red Storm Lose To North Texas
| Terence Dill and his Houston Red Storm teammates lost to North Texas Prowlers 138 – 127 in the United States Basketball Network USBN National Tournament action. Dill finished the game with a double-double; he scored 10 points, and grabbed 10 rebounds, and he also had 3 blocks, 4 steals, and one assist. Related Stories Patrick: […]
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Former tourism booster in UK dies
An “ardent advocate” for Bermuda who ran the island’s tourism office in London for decades has died. Sheelagh Greene was 93. Ms Greene was the daughter of a judge, Maurice Greene, who served in what w…
Man’s bid to have ‘lemon’ car ruling overturned rejected
A man accused of selling a “lemon” second hand car has lost an appeal against a court order to repay the buyer. The Supreme Court heard that Amber Simons bought a second-hand Peugeot from Robert Peets…
Historic Dockyard terraced homes come down
Demolition crews have started tear town the historic Albert Row near the entrance to Dockyard. Albert Row, on Malabar Road, Ireland Island, Sandys, housed tradesmen when the Dockyard was a major indus…
US doctor loses appeal on permission to practice refusal
A US-based cardiologist has lost an appeal against a decision to refuse him permission to practice on the island after it was found he tried to mislead the Bermuda Medical Council. Asad Qamar applied …
Digital nomads give charity a boost
Digital nomads have helped boost income at a charity shop set up to raise funds for families in need. Sheelagh Cooper, the chairwoman of Habitat for Humanity of Bermuda, said that the organisation was…
Patrick: Assistant Coach For Australian Team
| David Patrick has been named the assistant coach for the Australian Men’s Basketball Squad for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. A statement from the Arkansas Razorbacks website said, “Basketball Australia released its Australian Men’s Basketball Squad for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, and it was announced that University of Arkansas associate head basketball coach David […]
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Enstar Completes Reinsurance Of $690 Million
| Enstar Group Limited announced that one of its wholly owned subsidiaries has completed a transaction with Continental Casualty Company [CNA] to reinsure a legacy portfolio of excess workers’ compensation business. “In the transaction, CNA ceded net insurance reserves to an Enstar subsidiary of approximately $690 million not inclusive of any roll forward adjustments, relating to […]
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BF&M: No Share Repurchases In January 2021
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of January 2021 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme Goes Virtual Project Action’s Bus Back On The Road Photos & Video: Breast Cancer Awareness Walk […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 9 2021
| February 9 saw 98,009 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $420,080.55 BD. 1,100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $33.00 per share, while another 3,300 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing up 1.4% at $4.25 per share. 93,609 shares were traded by One […]
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COVID-19 Update – Premier’s Remarks 9 February 2021
Good Evening Bermuda, and thank you for tuning in tonight.
Tonight I am joined by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, who will provide an update on the vaccination program, including numbers of residents vaccinated, vaccine side effects, and other updates from her ministry.
Following that, I will provide you with an update on the next delivery of vaccines and some other matters.
We are also joined tonight by The Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ayoola Oyinloye, who will be able to answer technical/medical questions from the media.
COVID-19 Update Minister of Health Remarks 9 February
Good afternoon.
The Ministry of Health received 250 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Additionally, since the last update, there were two recoveries.
There are currently nine active cases, of which;
• Six are under public health monitoring and;
• Three are in hospital with none in critical care.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 694 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 673 persons have recovered, and 12 persons have sadly succumbed to COVID-19.
Scammers hijack of MarketPlace promotion warning
A warning over a staycation promotion by a supermarket chain was today issued by police. A police spokesman said the offer from supermarket chain MarketPlace, in conjunction with the Hamilton Princess…
RBR takes operational control of coastguard service
The Royal Bermuda Regiment has celebrated the first anniversary of the coastguard with the assumption of operational control over the service. The news meant newly-promoted Captain Jeffrey Patterson h…