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[Updated] Premier David Burt, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and Minister of Health Kim Wilson are holding a press conference today [July 11] to address the recent tragedies. Update 1.33pm: Premier Burt’s full remarks follow below: Today, I stand before you alongside my colleagues with a heavy heart. Our island has been shaken by […]

Noting that it is with profound sadness, the police confirmed the identities of the four individuals found deceased at a Pembroke home as 4-year-old Na-Vii Trimm-Parfitt, 9-year-old Drae-E Trimm-Parfitt, 39-year-old Nicole Parfitt and 40-year-old Ramon Trimm. A police spokesperson said, “With profound sadness, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the identities of the […]

The Ministry of Public Works has issued notices about upcoming road closures and events, including a criterium road race, Made in Bermuda Nights, and road reconstruction on St. David’s Road. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works would like to inform the public of several upcoming road traffic notices. Full details can be […]

Supatone Ltd. unveiled its new training course titled “Learn How to Hack,” developed in collaboration with the Bermuda Clarity Institute. A spokesperson said, “Supatone Ltd., a local IT consulting firm, is excited to announce the launch of its latest training course, “Learn How to Hack,” set to commence next month. This innovative course, offered in […]

The 230-foot long superyacht Freedom recently paid a visit to Bermuda, docking in Hamilton Harbour. The YachtCharterFleet website said, “The 70.1m/230′ ‘Freedom’ [ex. Reverie] motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Benetti is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 8 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by John Munford. “Built in 2000, […]

“We are all hurting,” said the Premier David Burt today after the shooting death of two men in the West End. “These recent tragedies have struck families, friends, communities and the entire Island. “The grief can seem overwhelming, but we must continue to have hope and summon the strength to reach inside ourselves, supporting each […]

[Written by Dale Butler] Rosalie Gardens at 35 Angle Street, opposite Hubies, under the banner of Atlantic Publishing House, is pleased to release its first major activity for the summer season. The Rosalie Gardens Heartbeat Film Festival will take place at 8.00pm each night with the following: a short history of the area a tour […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced that the Senior Women’s National Team [SWNT] departed the island on July 9th, 2024 for a training camp in Belize. Head Coach, Naquita Robinson, selected a 24-player squad to participate in the camp this summer. When asked about her expectations for the training camp, Coach Robinson said she is […]

Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited has launched Aspen Data Labs, a new platform to “deliver Aspen’s digital strategy and drive forward the business’ data and artificial intelligence agenda.” A spokesperson said, “Aspen Data Labs will bring together employees and partners to collaborate on data science and AI projects that improve operational efficiency and accelerate business results […]

Baseball player Adam Hall extended his hitting streak to ten games for Biloxi Shuckers who beat Chattanooga Lookouts 11-2 at AT&T Field in the Double A Southern League yesterday [July 10]. Hall [1-for-4] recorded a second-inning single to help the Shuckers win their fifth successive game. The 25-year-old was promoted to the Shuckers from the […]

King Alpha Productions is hosting “Masked Freedom,” a special event on African masquerade traditions as a key to freedom, featuring Professor Raphael Chijioke Njoku and Dr. David ‘Roots’ Chapman, on July 30 at St. Paul’s Centennial Hall during Emancipation Week 2024. Related Stories Community Gathers For ‘Walk Through History’ ‘Remembering The Enterprise’ Event Postponed Series […]

July 10 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,439.62, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 9 […]

Chubb Limited announced that David Lupica, Chief Operating and Distribution Management Officer, Westchester, has been named Vice President, Chubb Group and Division President of Westchester. A spokesperson said, “Lupica will have executive operating responsibility for Chubb’s wholesale excess and surplus [E&S] lines business in North America. “Lupica succeeds Scott Meyer, who was recently promoted to […]

The Bermuda Football Association announced the 2024 BFA Legends and Scholarship recipients. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations to our 2024 BFA Legends and Scholarship recipients! We are wishing you well in your future endeavors.” Legend: Mrs. Janice Bucci Scholarship Recipient: Shavon Nesbitt Legend: Ms. Damina Caisey [Presented by Mark Wade, President] Scholarship Recipient: Evans Welch Legend: […]

Dr. Shaun Ramroop has been appointed as the Chief Medical Officer. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is pleased to advise of the appointment of Dr. Shaun Ramroop as the Chief Medical Officer [CMO]. “The CMO’s appointment became effective July 1, 2024. “Dr. Ramroop is a distinguished Public Health Physician with more than […]

[Updated] Police and EMTs are “currently dealing with an incident” in the west end. This morning [July 10], a police spokesperson said, “Police and EMTs are currently dealing with an incident on Somerset Road in the vicinity of Scaur Hill. Traffic is currently being diverted single lane through the railway trail between SoundView Road and Lantana, […]

Tomorrow’s Voices announced leadership promotions, with Rachel Hayward promoted to Senior Verbal Behavior Therapist, and Dr Jahnae Harvey taking on the role of Executive Director. A spokesperson said, “Tomorrow’s Voices, Bermuda’s only Autism early intervention center, proudly announces a strategic growth plan in celebration of its 17th year of service. This includes key leadership promotions […]

BermudAir has introduced an expanded fare structure, effective today, with the airline now offering “five fare types across economy and business class, up from the previous three, providing travellers and travel advisors with more options.” “We’re excited to enhance our fare structure with more choice and flexibility,” said Leslie Peden, Senior Vice President of Sales […]

The Government advised of a “series of additional counselling services to support those affected by recent community tragedies.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “We wish to echo the heartfelt sympathies and condolences that have been expressed to the family, loved ones and friends of those who lost their lives this past weekend. As indicated […]

Jayden Lambert has joined the Bermuda Cricket Board through the Department of Workforce Development’s high school program. In providing information about himself, Mr. Lambert said, “Good day, my name is Jayden Lambert. I am 17 years old and attend Mount Saint Agnes Academy. I am now in my senior year and want to achieve a […]

PwC Bermuda awarded Xienne Burch the $20,000 Peter Mitchell Scholarship and Imani Bean earned the $15,000 ABIC Award, sponsored by PwC Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “PwC Bermuda announces the winners of its annual scholarship awards. Xienne Burch is the recipient of PwC’s Peter Mitchell Scholarship, worth over $20,000 annually. She is a sophomore studying Business Administration […]

Police and EMTs are “currently dealing with an incident” in the west end. This morning [July 10], a police spokesperson said, “Police and EMTs are currently dealing with an incident on Somerset Road in the vicinity of Scaur Hill. Traffic is currently being diverted single lane through the railway trail between SoundView Road and Lantana, whilst […]

Nearly all of more than 1,000 websites and mobile apps assessed “employed one or more deceptive design patterns that made it difficult for users to make privacy-protective decisions,” according to the annual Global Privacy Enforcement Network [GPEN] Sweep. A spokesperson said, “A global privacy sweep that examined more than 1,000 websites and mobile applications [apps] […]

The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a captivating image of the island’s east end. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both […]

In the latest episode of The Convex Conversion, Olympic Gold medalist Dame Flora Duffy discussed her challenging journey to the Paris 2024 start line after a severe knee injury. The episode description says, “When reigning Olympic Gold triathlete Dame Flora Duffy takes her place on the pontoon on the Seine in Paris in three weeks’ […]