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FA Cup matches rearranged for Monday night

October 14, 2024

The two FA Cup preliminary round matches cancelled on Friday night have been rearranged for Monday evening.
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BOA to honour women in sport with awards ceremony

October 14, 2024

Women involved in sport will be honoured by the Bermuda Olympic Association next month.
Organised by the BOA’s Gender Diversity and Inclusion Committee, the event from November 8 to 10, will acknowle…

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Bermuda Comet sailors take part in International Regatta in Maryland

October 14, 2024

Bermuda was represented by 12 sailors at the Comet Class International Regatta in Maryland over the weekend.
Sailors from Mid Atlantic Boat & Sports Club, including commodore and president Zaniko …

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BFA Announces Rescheduled FA Cup Matches

October 14, 2024

The Bermuda Football Association announced a new schedule for recently postponed matches. A spokesperson said, “The FA Cup Preliminary matches postponed from Friday, October 11th will take place Monday, October 14th at Goose Gosling Field. 7:00pm – R Hood vs Young Gunz SFC 9:00PM – Tuff Dogs vs Vasco “Take note of the teams playing times; […]

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Arch Capital Appoints Nicolas Papadopoulo

October 14, 2024

Arch Capital Group Ltd. appointed Nicolas Papadopoulo as CEO and Board member, effective immediately, following Marc Grandisson’s retirement. A spokesperson said, “Arch Capital Group Ltd. [NASDAQ: ACGL, Arch, our or the Company] today announced that Nicolas Papadopoulo has been named Chief Executive Officer and is joining the Board of Directors effective immediately. Papadopoulo has held […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Karting Racing

October 14, 2024

The Bermuda Karting Association’s inaugural race day saw exciting races and standout performances from top drivers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Karting Association [BKA] ignited the engines and the excitement at its inaugural race day held at the Bermuda Motor Sport Park in St. Davids on Sunday. With a vibrant atmosphere and fierce competition, the […]

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Nadia Arandjelovic Laws On Bali Move & More

October 14, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nadia Arandjelovic Laws’ ambition to be the “master of her fate” and take greater control of her life led her to leave Bermuda with her young family two years ago and relocate to Bali, Indonesia. Ms Arandjelovic Laws had long dreamed of becoming a digital nomad. However, she admits the lifestyle […]

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Ministry clarifies ‘sponsored dependent’ criteria

October 14, 2024

The Government reminded employers and work permit holders of the eligibility criteria for sponsored dependents.
Its notice came after recent applications were automatically turned down owing to inelig…

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Photos & Video: Junior Badminton Tournament

October 14, 2024

The Bermuda Junior Badminton Tournament was held on Saturday [Oct 12]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Junior Badminton organised the first ever national tournament to encourage players across the island to compete in badminton and grow the popularity of the sport. “The 2 day tournament was held at Somersfield Academy and was organised by Emma Moran-Lee […]

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Photos: Spectators Supporting Bermuda Team

October 14, 2024

Crowds of enthusiastic spectators filled the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday [Oct 12], as the Bermuda national football team faced Dominica in the Concacaf Nations League, with local fans coming out to support the team, with the energy from the fans growing even stronger as the Bermuda team secured an impressive 6-1 victory. Related Stories Photos: […]

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Minister Speaks At Homelessness Conference

October 14, 2024

“Together, we can build a society where every person has the dignity of a home and the opportunity to thrive,” declared the Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinee Furbert at Friday’s Homelessness Conference, emphasizing the need for urgent and collective action in addressing homelessness on our island. A Government spokesperson said, “The conference, […]

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Sailing: Comet Class Int’l Final Results

October 14, 2024

The 2024 comet class internationals championship regatta concluded off the Corsica River Yacht Club, in Maryland. Six Bermuda sailors and their crew took to the water for the final two races, taking the series to eight races. The defending champion Jack Swikart, defended his title with 12 points, Jessica Gruskos was second with 16 points, […]

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Women’s National Team To Compete In ECVA

October 14, 2024

The Bermuda Volleyball Association announced the Women’s National Team Program is sending a team to compete in the 2024 ECVA Senior Women’s Championships. The team travels to Antigua on Thursday, October 17th, led by Head Coach Shaela Rae and Assistant Coach Kayla Grant. Six teams have confirmed their participation for the upcoming ECVA Women’s Volleyball […]

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Phil Perinchief proposes electoral system transformation

October 14, 2024

A political scientist and former attorney-general has called for a change to Bermuda’s political framework, claiming that the first-past-the-post system is not working in the island’s best interests.
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Government has ‘vital’ role in ending homelessness

October 14, 2024

A charity case manager said the Government has a “vital” role to play in reducing homelessness in Bermuda and urged the community to hold their leaders accountable.
Omar Dill, case manager at the cha…

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Environmental group concerned over park motocross plans

October 14, 2024

Environmental campaigners have raised concerns over a planned motocross event to be held at a national park and birdwatching sanctuary.
The Audubon Society claimed that planning regulations for the o…

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BBC commissions documentary on policing in Bermuda

October 14, 2024

A series documenting the work of Bermuda’s police and regiment has been commissioned by the British Broadcasting Corporation.
Alex McLeod, BBC Daytime commissioner, announced that Policing Paradise, …

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OutBermuda head believes mindsets can be changed

October 14, 2024

Creating a society that not only tolerates and accepts members of the LGBTQ+ community people but celebrates them for all they contribute to the island is the overriding mission of OutBermuda’s new ex…

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Brazen real estate scam exposed

October 14, 2024

A real estate fraud was averted last week when a Bermuda realtor confirmed to a potential victim that she was about to be scammed.
Suspicious activity by the supposed owner of a rental property, and a…

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Cayman unemployment falls to 2.8%

October 14, 2024

Estimates from the Cayman Islands Labour Force Survey Spring 2024 indicate the unemployment rate (the proportion of unemployed persons to the total labour force) at 2.8 per cent.
The report from the E…

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Southampton Rangers knocked out of FA Cup by Terrace Onions

October 13, 2024

Terrace Onions 2 Southampton Rangers 1

Corona League side Terrace Onions claimed the prized scalp of First Division promotion hopefuls Southampton Rangers in the FA Cup preliminary round at Goose…

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U12 Football Team Begins Norwich Mina Cup

October 13, 2024

Bermuda’s Under-12 National Football Team began play in the Norwich City Mina Cup UK with one win, two draws and one loss. The team lost to Feyenoord 3-1 in its opening match. Bermuda then played Arsenal to a scoreless draw. In its third match, Bermuda defeated Cambridge United 3-0. Bermuda finished the day with a […]

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Photos & Video: Mount Saint Agnes Bazaar

October 13, 2024

Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] held its annual bazaar on Friday [Oct 11] and Saturday [Oct 12] with a Carnival theme, offering activities like face painting, a photo booth, an inflatable slide, Bingo, baked goods, refreshments, and many fun family games. Related Stories Photos & Video: Mount Saint Agnes Bazaar Photos: Pumpkin Decorating Display At […]

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Youth Library Re-Opening Has Been Postponed

October 13, 2024

The Bermuda National Library [BNL] announced that the “scheduled reopening of the Youth Library, initially set for October 14, has been postponed due to ongoing remediation.” A spokesperson said, “The Youth Library staff will continue to host the following programs in the Meeting Room at the Main Library: Saturdays: Saturday Storytime, Book Babies, Girls’ Club, […]

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Hundreds of hardy souls brave waters for Round the Sound swim

October 13, 2024

Two athletes better known for their triathlon exploits were among the winners as 346 swimmers took to the waters of Harrington Sound to compete in the Round The Sound Swim on Sunday morning.
Olympian…

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Rolling Single Lane Closures In Warwick Parish

October 13, 2024

Effective Monday [Oct 14], until further notice, “rolling single-lane closures will be implemented between Burnt House Hill and Longford Road to facilitate emergency underground cable repair works undertaken by BELCO.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to notify the motoring public of upcoming road traffic changes on Middle Road in Warwick […]

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Webson & Carvelli-Astwood Earn PSEA Award

October 13, 2024

Christopher Webson and Helena Carvelli-Astwood from Department of National Drug Control [DNDC] earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for September. “As we continue to prioritise social investments, the dedication demonstrated by Mr. Webson and Ms. Carvelli-Astwood is crucial to ensuring our public officers feel confident and equipped and that the services the Government delivers meet the community’s […]

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Comet Class International Day Two Results

October 13, 2024

The 2024 Comet Class Internationals Championship Regatta continued off the Corsica River Yacht Club in Maryland. Six Bermuda sailors and their crew took to the water for another three races, taking the series to six races. The defending champion Jack Swikart, is the overall leader with 10 points, he had another two wins, and a […]

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Jasmine Spence Scores Winner For Newport

October 13, 2024

Bermudian footballer Jasmine Spence scored the winner for Newport Pagnell Town Women in their 4-3 victory away to Dussindale and Hellesden in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup third-round qualifying match today [October 13]. Spence, who scored her sixth goal in four games, netted her side’s fourth goal in the fifth minute of added time to […]

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Donovan Thompson and Paul Simons score hat-tricks as X-Roads run riot

October 13, 2024

X-Roads 12 Footy Kings 1

First Division X-Roads Warriors advanced into the next round of the FA Cup with a dominant performance over Corona league outfit Footy Kings at St David’s Oval on Sunday….

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Weather Forecast For Monday October 14

October 13, 2024

Monday, October 14 is expected to see mostly sunny day turns cloudy with a few showers overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be […]

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Jamin Hodgkins Kicks Nine Points For Team

October 13, 2024

Jamin Hodgkins kicked nine points for Luctonians in their 38-29 defeat away to Redruth in the National 2 West – the fourth level of the English rugby union pyramid yesterday [October 12]. Hodgkins, who played for Bridgend in the Welsh Indigo Premiership last season, kicked three conversions and one penalty. The full-back, a former Bermuda […]

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Youth library reopening delayed

October 13, 2024

The reopening of the youth library which had been closed for roof and structural repairs has been delayed.
It closed in August and was due to open tomorrow but a statement from the Bermuda National Li…

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Banking sector’s net profits decline in second quarter

October 13, 2024

The Bermuda banking sector’s net profit after tax amounted to $130.8 million in the second quarter of the year, a 3 per cent or $4 million decline compared with the previous quarter, a report by the B…

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Motorists warned over Warwick road works

October 13, 2024

Motorists are being warned of rolling single-lane closures for underground cable repairs by Belco on Middle Road.
A Ministry of Public Works spokesman said the closures would be between Burnt House Hi…

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Work of addiction counsellors recognised with award

October 13, 2024

The work of two addiction counsellors has been recognised with a government award.
The Department of National Drug Control’s Christopher Webson and Helena Carvelli-Astwood, who work at the Nelson Basc…

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Blake Montgomery Impresses In Stars Win

October 13, 2024

Bermudian ice hockey player Blake Montgomery delivered an impressive display for the Lincoln Stars in their 3-0 win at home to the Waterloo Blackhawks in the United States Hockey League [USHL] yesterday [October 12]. Montgomery, who was drafted by National Hockey League [NHL] team the Ottawa Senators in June, was named as one his team’s […]

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UK Parliament: Q&A On Territories Registers

October 13, 2024

“The FCDO works closely with the Home Office, who lead engagement with the Crown Dependencies on beneficial ownership transparency,” Minister of State Stephen Doughty said. During the British Parliament’s session on October 10th, MP Ellie Chowns asked the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, “pursuant to the Answer of 25 July 2024 […]

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Mental wellness takes spotlight at health expo

October 13, 2024

A sizeable turnout by residents at a mental health event yesterday saw calls for the social issue to be kept on the front burner.
The Mental Wellness Expo, organised jointly by the Bermuda Public Serv…

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Bermuda Claim 6-1 Victory Over Dominica

October 13, 2024

Nahki Wells scored a hat-trick to help the Bermuda national football team defeat Dominica 6-1 in the Concacaf Nations League at the Flora Duffy Stadium yesterday [October 12]. Knory Scott, Zeiko Lewis and Jai Bean also found the net for coach Michael Findlay’s side. Wells, playing his first game for Bermuda since March last year, […]

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Rick Wright’s Greenville Defeat Spokane

October 13, 2024

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph claimed a 3-2 win away to Spokane Velocity in the United Soccer League [USL] League One yesterday [October 12]. Lyam MacKinnon scored a brace, and Leonardo Castro also found the net for Greenville. Spokane’s Josh Dolling pulled a goal back from the penalty spot. A former Saltus Grammar School student, Wright […]

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Zemira Webb’s University Side Beat Alabama

October 13, 2024

Zemira Webb’s Southern University women’s football team won their first conference game of the season after defeating Alabama A&M University 2-1 at home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, last weekend. Webb’s side conceded early on when Czaske Deane scored in the seventeenth minute but fought back through a penalty by Iyanla Bailey-Williams in the 39th minute […]

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Bermuda player ratings: hard to find fault after big win against Dominica

October 12, 2024

Bermuda’s fantastic 6-1 win against Dominica featured some superb performances from front to back and the temptation is to give every player a ten, but let’s try to be a bit more circumspect and avoid…

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‘It’s a great win and I’m really pleased for the players’

October 12, 2024

For possibly the first time since taking over the reins as head coach of Bermuda, Michael Findlay suffered a nerveless 90 minutes.
In the build-up to the Nations League matches against Dominica, Findl…

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Nahki Wells makes triumphant Nations League return for Bermuda

October 12, 2024

Bermuda 6 Dominica 1

Nakhi Wells made a triumphant return with a firs-half hat-trick and a late assist as Bermuda thrashed Dominica in a Nations League encounter at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sa…

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Rugby League: Renegades & Police Win

October 12, 2024

The 2024/25 Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s League season got underway at the National Sports Center, with a women’s league double-header and a single men’s division match. Women’s Division In the opener the Renegades shut out the Teachers 12 – 0, the Renegades got tries from Jessica Cassidy, and Michelle Croghanm while Laura Mulligan kicked a […]

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Weather Forecast For Sunday October 13

October 12, 2024

Sunday, October 13 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 58%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am and sunset will be at […]

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Outerbridge Finishes 12th In Bruce Kirsh Cup

October 12, 2024

Ryan Outerbridge and his Franklin Pierce men’s cross country teammates finished 4th in the 12th Annual Bruce Kirsh Cross Country Cup. The course, known for its challenging 2,000-meter loop featuring 90% grass and 10% dirt roads, welcomed top collegiate athletes across multiple divisions. Franklin Pierce finished with 121 points clocking a combined time of 2:13:00. […]

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OBA has to get off the stage

October 12, 2024

The by-election results are in from Sandys North, the electorate has spoken with its pen and feet, and the country is still swirling with conversation and opinion. As expected, the Progressive Labour …

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Comet Sailors Racing In Maryland Regatta

October 12, 2024

Bermudian sailors are competing at the Annual Internationals Comet Sailing Regatta at the Corsica River Yacht Club in Maryland this weekend. Six local sailors and their crew are taking part in the competition, which started yesterday [Oct 11] and finishes tomorrow [Oct 13]. The sailors in action are Rudy Bailey and his crew George Bailey, […]

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