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Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward introduced the Position Paper on Progressing Bermuda’s Minimum Hourly Wage. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “The first statutory minimum hourly wage rate for Bermuda was established on 1 June 2023 by the Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] Order 2023, which set the minimum hourly wage rate […]

Djair Parfitt made his debut for the Glentoran Football Club in Northern Ireland, playing a 2 – 0 defeat to Larne in their Sports Direct Premiership battle. With his team already down 2 – 0, the Bermudian footballer came on as a substitute in the 53rd minute, replacing James Douglas. Related Stories Djair Parfitt-Williams Signed […]

Dr. Carika Weldon announced the launch of the island’s first clinical genetics lab, CariGenetics Precision Diagnostics, at the Docs for Dinner event, advancing local and Caribbean genetic testing. A spokesperson said, “Dr Carika Weldon, Founder and CEO of CariGenetics, made a groundbreaking announcement at the prestigious Docs for Dinner event; the official launch of CariGenetics […]

Second Spring Senior Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the game between the Last Pin and Star Lites end 2 – 2, the Drifters defeated the Blue Angels 4 – 0, and the Pinsplitters defeat the New Comers 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: Alfred Wright 230 Elvin Thomas 222 Gladwin Daniels 222 […]

Four Bermuda players and their Thomas College Men’s Soccer teammates edged a comeback thriller against the University of Maine Farmington, winning by a score of 2 – 1, with Bermuda’s Joshua Joseph scoring the winning goal. Cody Robinson, Isaiah Francis, Shane Robinson, and Joshua Joseph all played in the match, with the Thomas College winner coming from Joseph […]

The Bermuda Diabetes Centre and the island’s tourism community recently came together to help a teenage visitor make a return trip to the island after a previous visit was cut short due to a health scare. A spokesperson said, “A recent visit to Bermuda that took a heartbreaking turn for a young traveler has transformed […]

“This is exciting news,” stated Clarence Hofheins, President of the Bermuda Hotel Association [BHA]. “We are delighted to hear that our largest member property, The Fairmont Southampton, will begin its planned redevelopment this October. “The hotel has long been a cornerstone of our destination’s offerings, particularly in providing essential convention and meeting spaces. Its redevelopment […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kovin Moodley, the Bermuda women’s hockey team coach, is confident his players are ready to execute their game plan and make the most of the home advantage in the Women’s Pan American Challenge. Bermuda get their campaign underway against Paraguay in their first pool match today [September 21] at the National […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, September 21st. On Saturday the Nautica cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Liberty of the Seas and the Carnival Venezia cruise ships and HMS Trent patrol […]

Bermuda FIFA assistant referees Stefan Maybury and Clinton Hayward were in action in the 2024 Concacaf Caribbean Cup on Thursday at Hasely Crawford Stadium in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. The pair were part of the officiating team of a group A division match between the Miscellaneous Police FC and Arnett Gardens, which Miscellaneous […]

Mosaic Insurance has “launched customized global terrorism and sabotage coverage for fine art and specie insureds, with syndicated capacity extending up to $215 million per risk.” A spokesperson said, “The new product offers coverage for physical loss or damage caused by acts of terrorism and sabotage, protecting artwork and other high-value contents housed in museums, […]

It was a one race night for Kiwon Waldron at the Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, as the harness race season continues. Waldron took to the track for race 8 in the pace class in the bike of Rockin The Jackpot, they finished 5th clocking a time of 1:53&1. Related Stories Waldron Competes In Multiple […]

September 20 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,571.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock […]

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks has provided an update on the Cybersecurity Advisory Board, saying that “the Board will be expected to provide me with a report on the exercise of its functions at the end of every period of six months.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to […]

Anthony Francis is the new One Bermuda Alliance Party Chairman, the party announced via their newsletter. The latest OBA newsletter said, “Congratulations to C. Anthony Francis who will become our newest Party Chair, effective October 1, 2024. He was elected Chairman by acclamation; this will be ratified at the OBA conference to be held on […]

A 42-year-old man was arrested in connection with the shooting in Warwick that injured a 48-year-old man, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A suspect has been arrested in connection with the firearms incident which occurred on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Quarry Hill Road Warwick and which left a 48-year-old male with […]

The Mirrors Programme is excited to launch the 2024/25 Coaching For Success Community Programme. More than just a mentorship, this performance coaching programme is a catalyst for personal transformation,” said Kimberley Jackson, Programme Manager for the Mirrors Programme. “We are looking for 30 dedicated volunteer Life Coaches to join us in this transformative journey.” “The […]

An agreement in principle has been made for Seagrass Services Limited – a local subsidiary of Google — to lease a site at Burrows Hill as part of their plans for the Nuvem transatlantic subsea cable system to connect Portugal, Bermuda, and the USA, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. Speaking in the House of […]

Minister of Public Works David Burch announced the official establishment of the Bermuda Land Management Corporation. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 20] the Minister said, “This Honourable House, through the West End Development Corporation Amendment Act 2024, approved the merging of two Government Quangos – the West End Development Corporation [WEDCO] and the […]

“Today I am tabling the Bill entitled the Electricity Amendment Act 2024; legislation that will create a licence for large developments to generate electricity above the current licence threshold of five hundred kilowatts [500kw],” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly today [Sept 20]. The Minister said, “This Bill will […]

Premier David Burt announced “an investment package of $25 million that reflects our commitment to invest in tackling the social challenges facing Bermuda.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 20], Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said, “This package will provide significant additional resources to tackle mental health throughout all segments of our […]

The 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge [Chubb BTC] has achieved certification from the Council for Responsible Sport. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda continues to make headlines in sporting news with its first-ever event to achieve certification from world’s leading responsible sport certification program, the Council for Responsible Sport. The 2024 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge, which took […]