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BermudAir is set to launch service to three new destinations— Hartford, CT/Springfield, MA, Raleigh-Durham, and Charleston — starting in April 2025. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s travel landscape just got even brighter as BermudAir is set to launch year-round non-stop service to three exciting new destinations— Hartford, CT/Springfield, MA [BDL], Raleigh-Durham [RDU], and Charleston [CHS]—starting in […]

Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinee Furbert joined a dynamic session at Bermuda College for the Office of Youth Affairs’ Zone In event on Wednesday [Nov 13] where she listened to thoughtful insights and innovative ideas from Bermuda College students. “It was truly inspiring to hear these young voices speaking so openly and bravely […]

Winifred Lynch recently marked a very notable occasion, celebrating her 100th birthday. Premier David Burt posted the images below on social media and said “Earlier today, I visited Mrs Winifred Lynch to wish her a happy 100th birthday! On behalf of the Bermuda Government, we wish Bermuda’s newest centenarian continued health, happiness, and many more years […]

[Opinion column written by Karen Hodgkins] Why vote for an independent candidate? A movement has begun and there is no stopping it. The vision of a coalition of independent MPs working for the good of the country and not a political party resonates deeply with me. Independent MPs will work for their constituents and not […]

The Department of Parks’ Lifeguard Service advises the public of “reduced lifeguard services at Horseshoe Bay Beach for the remainder of the year.” A Government spokesperson said, “Lifeguards will only be on duty at Horseshoe Bay Beach on the following dates: “November 17th, 23rd, 24th, and 30th. “The Department of Parks urges the public to […]

A quartet of talented Bermudian footballers played pivotal roles as Binfield FC moved into fourth round of the Berks & Bucks Cup. Razhir Smith-Jones, Coleridge Fubler, Riley Robinson, and Malachi Henry all contributed to a memorable victory for Binfield, who took on Maidenhead United at the Iconic York Road Stadium. Fubler, Robinson, and Henry took their […]

AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] to National General Insurance Ltd. [NGIL] [Hamilton, Bermuda]. The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect NGIL’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best […]

Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited, a global specialty insurer, has announced a new strategic partnership with Euclid Mortgage Insurance Services, LLC [Euclid Mortgage], a managing general agency specializing in underwriting credit risk on portfolios of residential mortgages. A spokesperson said, “Fidelis Insurance Group will provide reinsurance capacity to Euclid Mortgage, along with other reinsurers. This partnership […]

Bermudian driver Kiwon Waldron faced a demanding schedule and challenging track conditions during a busy night of harness racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, competing in six races. Waldron’s highlight of the evening came in race 7, a pace class event, where he piloted Six Sticks Of Gum to victory with a time of […]

Three Bermudians are proudly representing the island at the USA Pickleball National Championships in Phoenix, Arizona. Gavin Manders, Benjamin Jones, and Sue Chiappa are competing at the tournament, which began on Saturday and continues through Sunday at the Arizona Athletic Grounds. Chiappa is competing in the Mixed Doubles 3.5 category, while Manders and Jones will […]

Bermuda’s critical role as a hub for reinsurance innovation, growth, and resilience was highlighted at the PwC Insurance Summit, presented in collaboration with the Financial Times. A spokesperson said, “The 17th annual PwC insurance and reinsurance forum in Bermuda brought together over 300 industry leaders and professionals, along with 22 distinguished speakers who addressed key […]

November 13 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,526.08, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 12 2024 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 8 […]

[Opinion column written by the PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] In our 2024 Throne Speech, we made one thing clear: the PLP is here to protect and uplift Bermuda’s most vulnerable and to continue making steady progress towards a fairer Bermuda for all of us. From seniors and persons with disabilities to low-income families and those […]

The Free Democratic Movement has released a document providing information on their plans to ‘revitalize Bermuda’s housing sector.’ A spokesperson said, “Finding a decent place to live on our beautiful Island has become a daunting challenge. High prices and limited rental options mean that securing a home is out of reach for many Bermudians. At […]

The Cabinet Office advised today that flags on Government Buildings will be flown at half-mast tomorrow, Thursday, 14th November as a mark of respect for the late Senator Leslie L. Robinson on the day of her homegoing celebration. Related Stories ‘Commitment To Professionalism And Fairness’ Household Income And Expenditure Survey Community Consultation On Homelessness Held […]

Minister of Health Kim Wilson, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, Minister of Labour Jason Hayward hold a joint media conference to highlight their Ministries respective Throne Speech initiatives. Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good afternoon. In this year’s Throne Speech, the Government of Bermuda set the agenda for a Fairer Bermuda for […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that Bermuda’s U20 Women’s National Team will be participating in the 2025 Concacaf U-20 Women’s Qualifiers and Championship. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is excited to announce that Bermuda’s U20 Women’s National Team will be participating in the 2025 Concacaf U-20 Women’s Qualifiers and Championship. This […]

American brothers and social media sensations Wesley and George Bryan IV will be among the star-studded field for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course. Wesley, who is already a familiar face on the PGA Tour, and George have garnered 459,000 subscribers to their YouTube channel, Bryan Bros Golf, which features golf trick-shots, […]

“This year’s PLP Throne Speech promised taxi owners a payroll tax relief, but legislation still has to be tabled and passed before the relief can be meted,” Shadow Transport Minister Susan Jackson said. Ms Jackson said, “Taxi owners expected the tax relief in September, but were met with resistance from TCD staff. Now there’s confusion […]

The Attorney General’s Chambers recently hosted a Continued Legal Education session for young attorneys, providing insights into the Civil Advisory and Legislative Drafting sections within the Chambers. A Government spokesperson said, “The event, led by the Solicitor General, Shakira Dill- Francois and Chief Parliamentary Counsel, Nalini Salick, alongside their teams, aimed to offer attendees a […]

[Written by Dale Butler] It was a busy weekend for Bermuda’s Filipino community this past weekend; the Filipino Association held a karaoke contest, which was won by Ariel Timbal, on Saturday night at the Vasco da Gama Club and on Sunday, the Filipino Club 2000 held a gala at Cambridge Beaches. Both events were sold […]

The Department of Parks, the Bermuda Youth Library, and author Dr David Chapman invite families to the grand opening of the new Botanical Gardens StoryWalk on Saturday, 23 November. A Government spokesperson said, “The celebration will begin with a ceremony at 10:15 am, followed by a Story Time at 10:30 am on the Celebration Lawn. “The Botanical […]

Somerset Reinsurance Ltd. — a provider of reinsurance solutions to the life insurance and annuity market — announced the appointment of Riley LaTour as Chief Risk Officer [CRO] with immediate effect. A spokesperson said, “Riley will be responsible for the firm’s risk management strategies and operations. Riley was most recently Head of Risk Analytics for Somerset […]