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AXIS Capital Holdings has appointed Kyle Freeman as Head of AXIS ILS, effective immediately. A spokesperson said, “AXIS Capital Holdings Limited [“AXIS Capital” or the “Company”] [NYSE: AXS] announced today that it has appointed Kyle Freeman as Head of AXIS ILS, effective immediately. Mr. Freeman’s responsibilities will include overseeing the Company’s activities related to third […]

Tomorrow’s Voices Autism Centre is set to host events and fundraisers throughout Autism Awareness Month to raise awareness and funds for therapy services in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “As April marks Autism Awareness Month, Tomorrow’s Voices Autism Centre is encouraging everyone to celebrate with a number of events and fundraising opportunities hosted by the charity […]

Sunday, March 24 is expected to be windy with rain developing later in the day, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F, and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7:16am […]

In response to recent remarks by OBA candidate Robert King, the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] issued a statement condemning the “divisive rhetoric”. BPSU President Armell Thomas said, “Dear Brothers and Sisters, In response to recent remarks by OBA Candidate, Mr. Robert King, insinuating that “many are leaving this island because they do not feel their […]

Racing in the New Zealand Sail Grand Prix was canceled due to a dolphin sighting on the racecourse. A spokesperson said, “Racing was canceled on the opening day of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch, due to mammal activity on the racecourse for the duration of the race window. “As racing was […]

The upcoming Catch a Fire concert was among the topics discussed in this audio interview with Jamal Hart. Mr. Hart describes the Catch a Fire concert, which will take place on June 1, as “an old school dancehall event.” Related Stories Video: Music & Entertainment Panel Discussion Audio: Senator Dwayne Robinson On Emigration Airline Passengers […]

Dwayne Pearman shot a 3-over par 74 to claim the 2nd Round of the 2024 Goslings Moongate Tour at the Port Royal Golf Course. Pearman’s round saw him card 3 birdies, 9 pars, and 6 bogeys, finishing one stroke ahead of second place Christopher Ford, with Nick Jones, Chris Smith, and Jarryd Dillas all finished […]

Bermudian model Aliana King has been featured once again, this time gracing the pages of a Marie Claire article exploring spring beauty trends. Ms. King has also appeared in a number of other campaigns for well-known brands, including Charlotte Tillbury, David Yurman, SKKN, FREDDY WR.UP, Nordstrom x Nike [NxN], Skims, Redken, L’Oréal, Aveda, Garnier, Maybelline, and Allure, as well as style magazines […]

[Opinion column written by MP Derrick Burgess] It is deeply disappointing but not surprising that the OBA’s newest face is bringing back one of the old UBP messages. OBA candidate Robert King went out of his way to attack, in his own words the “Black Civil Service”. This follows in line with the attacks made […]

Residents and staff from the Salvation Army’s Harbour Light programme have built homemade kites to raise money for the men’s addiction programme. Chandra-Lee Bascome, of Harbour Light, said the group hoped to raise more than $2,000 by selling the kites that will be available for purchase before Easter. She added that the funds raised would […]

The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain joined students from East End Primary, St George’s Prep, and St. David’s Primary in commemorating World Poetry Day 2024 at an event hosted by the Corporation of St George’s. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, participated in a celebration event hosted by the […]

The Bermuda Weather Service will observe World Meteorological Day today [March 23]. A Government spokesperson said, “World Meteorological Day was introduced in 1951 to commemorate the World Meteorological Organisation [WMO] establishment on 23rd March 1950. Each year, the WMO [a United Nations body] announces a new theme for World Meteorological Day; the theme for 2024 […]

The Berkeley Institute defended their Senior School Track and field championships in convincing fashion on Thursday evening at the Dame Flora Duffy National sports Centre. A spokesperson said, “Berkeley were runaway winners as they collected 665 points in the win. Warwick Academy finished a distant second with 397.5 points with Saltus Grammar School rounding out […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, March 23rd. On Monday the Marie LPG tanker and the Oleander container ship are expected, on Tuesday the Norwegian Getaway cruise ship and the Sky oil products tanker will arrive, on Wednesday the Somers Isles container […]

Cameron Basden and his Foundation Academy teammates were back in action competing in the West Orange – Dr. Baptiste Invitational 2024. Basden finished second competing in the boys’ long jump with a top leap of 6.51m. He also finished second competing in heat one of the boys’ 100 meters, clocking a time of 11.51; he […]

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb+” [Good] of Black Gold Re Limited [BGRe] [Bermuda]. The ratings agency said, “The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. BGRe is a captive reinsurer of Ecopetrol S.A. [Ecopetrol] [NYSE: EC], a Colombia-based integrated energy company […]

March 22 saw 122 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $3,661.00 BD. 122 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $30.01 per share. The BSX finished at 2,265.36, up 0.02% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for […]

“To accommodate the required taxi meter calibration examination based on the new rate increase effective on Monday, 1 April, the Examination Section of the Transport Control Department [TCD] will remain open from Monday, 25 March, to Thursday, 28 March, for taxi services only between 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and for taxi services only on […]

Dr Darrien Ray — a clinical psychologist — joined Bernews this week for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, which was hosted by Shay Dawn Burgess, with Dr Ray discussing aspects related to loneliness. Related Stories Audio: Interview With Dr Jonathan Makajuola Audio: Interview With Colleen English DeGrilla Video: Discussion On […]

The Turks and Caicos Islands’ Labour Tribunal delegation recently visited Bermuda to “observe the processes and procedures of the Bermuda Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal.” A Government spokesperson said, “As requested by the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Labour Tribunal President, M. Doreen Quelch Missick, the delegation visited Bermuda for one week, returning on Saturday, 16 […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is preparing for their annual islandwide ‘Spring Clean’  the Great Big Bermuda Clean-up [GBBC]. A spokesperson said, “Sponsored by BF&M, the week of clean-up activities commences on Earth Day, Monday 22 April, and culminates with a grand finale event on Sunday 28 April. “Hundreds of volunteers are expected to participate in dozens […]

Warwick Academy Primary School held its Easter competition, with decorated eggs, cakes, artwork, bonnets, kites, and flower arrangements on display. A spokesperson said, “Warwick Academy Primary School had the best day under beautiful blue skies to fly kites with parents and enter for the Easter competition. “Decorated eggs, decorated cakes, art posters, Easter bonnets, traditional […]

Two days of high-octane racing will take place at the Bermuda Motorsports Park in St David’s as part of the inaugural Lindo’s Doubleheader Race Weekend on March 23 and 24. More than 40 local drivers, plus international karter Mario Gill, of Canada, will compete in seven classes: Cadet, Tag Junior, Tag Senior, L206 Senior, L206 […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington men’s tennis teammates rolled to a 4 – 0 win over William & Mary at the UNCW Tennis Complex. UNC Wilmington pushed their record to 7-5 with the home win while the 71st-ranked Tribe dipped to 9-7. Gabe Hurtado and Mallory edged W&M’s Alexandre Leblanc and Nikita Bortnichek, 6-4, […]

An outdoor football game featuring David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast has been called off because of severe weather anticipated in the Baltimore area tomorrow [March 23]. The Baltimore Blast Spring Classic was to be the first-ever outdoor match in Major Arena Soccer League history, with the Blast facing the Dallas Sidekicks at the Johnny Unitas Stadium […]

BF&M Limited announced a declaration of dividend for the first quarter. The full filing with the BSX stated, “Common Shares | Record Date: 29 March 2024 | Payment Date: 12 April 2024 | Dividend per share: 0.28 cents.” Related Stories BF&M Prepare 300 Packages, Donate $20K BF&M Sponsors Free For February At NMB Endeavour & […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates defeated Coastal Carolina by a score of 36 – 0. Berkeley and her teammates played their first match in 2024 after they lost in the NIRA national championships in November. The result marked Lander’s sixth overall victory over Coastal Carolina University. Related Stories O’Shaughnessy Enjoying Rugby […]

March 21 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,264.83, 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: March 20 […]