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[Written by Dr Edward Harris] Is this flag Bermuda’s “National Jack”? Some years ago in the possibly unique series of 450-odd articles on Bermuda heritage, published in The Mid-Ocean News [now a victim of the digital age] and The Royal Gazette, I wrote a story about Bermudians and our connections with the Dutch island of […]

RenaissanceRe Holdings announced a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per common share payable on June 28, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Board of Directors of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced today a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per common share on its common shares. The dividend is payable on June 28, 2024, to shareholders of record on June […]

The Bermuda Equal Justice Initiative said they are “dedicated to promoting equal justice, unity, and positive transformation in Bermudian society. A spokesperson said, “Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, the initiative aims to address systemic inequalities and empower individuals to uphold the principles of fairness and justice. “As a non-profit and non-government organization, the Bermuda […]

Lance Corporal Co-shae Bartrum and Lance Corporal Ashley Grant will “become the first women in the battalion to join a team of soldiers trained in the detection of explosives,” the RBR said. A spokesperson said, “Lance Corporal Co-shae Bartrum and Lance Corporal Ashley Grant are developing skills in Barbados as part of the US Southern Command-sponsored […]

David Maycock was back in action competing in the PBA Brighton Construction Myrtle Beach Super regional bowling championships in South Carolina. Maycock in the second round finished 37th missing out on advancing to the next round with 2197 pins. Related Stories Maycock Advances In Bowling Championships Bowling: Who Gives & Secret Weapons Win Bowling: Sweet […]

Bermudian gospel singer Crystal Holdipp has released several Christian cover songs on a popular singing platform to celebrate her return to performing. Ms Holdipp took a four-year break from singing after being diagnosed with clinical depression and anxiety, which she said she has suffered from since childhood. She recently covered worship songs such as Cece […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Boxer Tyler Christopher must “box clever” when he returns to action after a six-month injury lay-off against Cameroonian Serge Ambomo in Birmingham, England, on Saturday [May 18]. That is the view of his coach, Anthony Hull, who will be in the Bermudian’s corner when he faces journeyman Ambomo in a six-round […]

May 13 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,532.95, 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: May 10 […]

Strategic Marine hosted the keel laying ceremony in Singapore for the two new fast ferries the Government has ordered. A Government spokesperson said, “As announced during the 2024/2025 Throne Speech, the Ministry of Transport is steadfastly advancing toward enhancing public transportation services, including strategically purchasing two 40-meter 550-passenger Fast Ferries.” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert […]

[Written by Althea Emery and Anya Thompson] CedarBridge Academy set the stage ablaze with its electrifying annual S4 Fashion Show, “Save the Last Dance: It’s Giving Music,” held at the esteemed Ruth Seaton James Center for the Performing Arts on April 19th and 20th, 2024. Seamlessly blending fashion, music, and dance, this eagerly awaited event […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce announced that Harbour Nights is “set to return to Front Street on May 15th, from 7pm to 10pm, marking the commencement of an exciting season of cultural celebration and environmental awareness.” A spokesperson said, “The much-awaited Harbour Nights are set to return to Front Street on May 15th, from 7pm to 10pm, marking […]

Authorities are continuing their inquiries into a collision that occurred along Middle Road near Watch Hill Lane in Warwick around 3:15pm on Saturday, May 11th, involving a car and a pedestrian. A police spokesperson said, “The investigation regarding a reported collision involving a car and a pedestrian that occurred around 3:15pm Saturday, 11th May 2024, […]

Family Centre, in collaboration with Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Child & Adolescent Services [CAS], will host two free Information Sessions aimed at supporting families of children aged 4-18 in the Bermuda community. A spokesperson said, “As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, the first session, focusing on anxiety, will take place on Monday, May 20, 2024. […]

The Bermuda Karting Association’s 2023/24 final championship points standings have seen 8 champions crowned. Ryan Rebello was the overall combined [Honda + KZ] shifter class champion with 1085 points, and Jason North was the L206 senior class [15+ years old] champion with 1105 points. The L206 masters class [40+ years old] champion was David Barbosa […]

Christopher Hands and Gabriella Cechini raced to victory in the 2024 Waterfront Wellness 5K Run male and female champions. Hands crossed the line in a time of 17:27, Philip Woolins was second in 17:48, and Joseph Cechini finished third clocking 18:14. Gabriella Cechini finished in a winning time of 19:15, Stepanka Springcova was the second […]

LeiLanni Nesbeth helped the Chicago Red Stars defeat Utah Royals 3-1 at home in the National Women’s Soccer League [NWSL] yesterday [May 12]. The Bermuda women’s national team midfielder started her second successive game for Chicago and was substituted late on. Jenna Bike opened the scoring for Chicago in the 23rd minute before Mallory Swanson […]

Dwayne Caisey from the Department of Education earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for April. A Government spokesperson said, “Recently, Premier David Burt congratulated Mr. Dwayne Caisey from the Department of Education, who is the recipient of the April Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA]. “Mr. Caisey is being recognised for his outstanding efforts to […]

A 33-year-old Sandys parish man has been hospitalised after a stabbing incident in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:40am Sunday, 12th May 2024, police received a report of a stabbing incident. “Apparently a 33-year-old Sandys parish man was assaulted by another individual in the parking lot between Legends Bar and Mr. Chicken restaurant, along […]

The Department of Workforce Development announced the launch of its new website, which they said is “designed to provide enhanced access to information, resources, and opportunities for Bermudians seeking to advance skills and achieve their career goals.” A Government spokesperson said, “The newly launched website is a comprehensive hub for all things related to the […]

“Bermuda is built on hospitality. We are proud of the uniqueness of our heritage. And we boast an array of cultural and sporting events which are all aimed at enticing visitors to our shores,” said the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport, Owen Darrell during an appearance, on May 9th, as a guest on The […]

The Transformational Living Centre [TLC] for Families expressed gratitude to Rego Sotheby’s International Realty Team for their transformation of a storage room into a beautiful living space. A spokesperson said, “The Transformational Living Centre [TLC] for Families is most grateful to Rego Sotheby’s International Realty Team, for transforming a room used for storage space in […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy admits it was a relief to return to the “blue carpet” following an 18-month injury lay-off after her superb seventh-place finish at the World Triathlon Championship Series event in Yokohama, Japan, on Friday [May 10]. Duffy, who had not raced since clinching a record fourth world title in […]

Bermuda Sandcastle Competition’s Hannah Emmerson displayed her artistic skills on the Today Show with Hoda & Jenna, where the hosts praised her sandcastle as “unbelievable” and “amazing.” They posted the images below on Facebook, saying, “So about last Thursday. I was so incredibly blessed to be asked to build a sandcastle for Today Show with […]

[Opinion column written by MP Anthony Richardson] The idiom ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure’ can be taken literally or figuratively. In the instance of PLP C10 Candidate Lindsay Simmons, the idiom applies in both contexts. Let me explain. Candidate Simmons reluctantly told the public that when she started canvassing in C10 in September […]

Amidst the rigor of studying for their IGCSE exams, Chatmore British International School students are stepping back to say “Thank You” for the support of their community as they gear up for an exciting educational experience in Bern, Switzerland. Keziah Smith, Jayden DeSilva and Jordan Smith extend their sincerest appreciation to the generous Bermuda community […]

Caitlyn Bobb represented the University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] at the IC4A/ECAC outdoor track & field championships. Junior Bobb won the women’s 400 meters, crossing the finish line in a season-best 53.84. Related Stories Caitlyn Bobb Earns Performer Of The Week Caitlyn Bobb Wins Performer Of Week Again Caitlyn Bobb Wins Track Performer Of […]

David Maycock began competing in the PBA Brighton Construction Myrtle Beach Super regional bowling championships in South Carolina. Maycock finished 17th at the end of the first day of competition and advanced to the next round with 1483 pins, with an average of 211.86 pins per game. Related Stories Bowling: Who Gives & Secret Weapons […]

White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. announced that MediaAlpha, Inc. closed its previously announced underwritten secondary public offering of 7,590,000 shares [including 990,000 shares sold pursuant to the underwriters’ option to purchase additional shares] of its Class A common stock by certain selling stockholders. A spokesperson said, “The shares of Class A common stock were sold […]

The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference [MEAC] uncovered its 2024 outdoor track & field all-academic team where 21 Howard University Students –  including Bermudian Sanaa Morris — were recognized for their efforts inside the classroom. To be eligible, MEAC sophomore, junior and senior student-athletes must have a cumulative 3.0 grade point average or better, along with transfer […]

Monday, May 13 is expected to be mainly sunny, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be at 6:21am and sunset will be at 8:09pm. […]

In an episode of NBC’s “Today Show filmed live at the Loren Hotel, Dr. Kyjuan Brown – who was slated to be a guest on the show – “was urgently called upon to provide medical assistance to host Hoda Kotb, ensuring her ability to participate in the live broadcast.” A spokesperson said, “In an unforgettable […]

The 2024 Relay For Life was held this weekend with the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre stating that the “inspiring event is dedicated to celebrating survivors, remembering those with cancer and those no longer with us, and fighting back by raising awareness and crucial funds to support access to cancer prevention, detection, treatment.” Related Stories […]

Bermuda Sandcastle Competition use their always artistic talents to to extended their Mother’s Day wishes. The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition posted the images below online and said, “Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms out there including adopted moms, grandmas, step moms, fur baby moms etc. thank you for all you do to make the world […]

Bermuda experienced its highest rainfall since 1902, resulting in a decline in piped water sales for Watlington Waterworks in 2023, the company said. In their letter to shareholders, they said, “The first quarter of 2023 started strong but then the rain started and by the end of the year Bermuda had recorded 77.37 inches, the […]

The Ministry of Education issued a warning about a false social media ad which claims that “the Ministry of Education offers online classes and encourages individuals to apply via the provided links.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education has advised all social media users that the attached image and link are fake. Persons are […]

Aaliyah Nolan and her Bradford City AFC Women’s teammates defeated Wakefield AFC Women 5 – 1 in North East Regional Women’s Football League action, with Nolan scoring twice to help her team win. Bradford was up by a score 1 – 0 in the 20th minute, and then Nolan scored to make the score 2 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Na’im Zuill says he is “dreaming big” after signing a two-year academy contract with Sky Bet League One side Bolton Wanderers. The 14-year-old found himself a free agent after Oldham Athletic, who he had played for since 2018, were forced to close their academy after missing out on promotion […]