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In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of January 2024, the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories Argus: No Share Repurchases In December 2023 Argus Group Reports Latest Financial Results Argus: No Share Repurchases In November 2023 Argus Sets […]

The Mirrors Programme will be holding a webinar series titled ‘Finding Funds for College’ each Tuesday in February via Zoom. A Government spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme is excited to announce the upcoming ‘Finding Funds for College Webinar Series.’ This initiative is designed to empower parents and guardians of college-bound students aged 15 to 19 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 2] include boards appointments and acting appointments. Board Appointments Charity Commissioners Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Boards Appointments Notice ID GN0105/2024 Public Authorities / Department Ministry Level Publication date 02 February, 2024 The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is pleased to make the following appointments. Charity […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Saturday, February 3 is expected to see showers and thunderstorms in the morning, then partly cloudy late. It will be windy, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F, and the low to be near 14°C/57°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near […]

Middle Road in Southampton at Jews Bay will have a single lane closure “due to repair works for a collapsed property wall” starting today [Feb 2] and continuing until Friday, March 15th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform the motoring public that Middle Road, Southampton at Jews Bay will […]

“Thanks to its gorgeous beaches, quintessential architecture, and rich history, Bermuda should be on everyone’s list to visit at some point in their lives,” according to an article by Smarter Travel. The story said, “The size of the island is tiny- just over 20 miles long and less than 2 miles wide at its widest […]

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt is in Dubai attending the annual Satoshi Roundtable, a “gathering of top digital asset founders, leaders and executives.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Satoshi Roundtable is an invite-only event that has been running yearly since 2014. The Government receives invitations in recognition of Bermuda’s continued leadership in the digital […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is inviting guests to explore its art collection with a complimentary self-guided tour. A spokesperson said, “Love is everywhere at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in February! All month long, explore the hotel’s magnificent, museum-quality art collection with a complimentary self guided art tour, narrated by Lisa Howie of Black Pony Gallery. […]

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors, together with Members of the ‘Plan to End Homelessness’ Advisory Panel and Steering Committee, expressed gratitude to everyone who attended the first Community Consultation Session on The Plan to End Homelessness in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “This session was a balance of informative and engaging as […]

Dame Flora Duffy will line up alongside the top 15 women’s triathletes in the rebranded T100 Triathlon World Tour this year. Jointly launched by the Professional Triathletes Organisation [PTO] and governing body World Triathlon, the T100 will feature eight 100-kilometre races and include a prize pot worth $7 million, with each race having a $250,000 […]

Show Organizers have advised that due to the weather FEI JWC Competition No. 1 — which was scheduled to take place on tomorrow [Saturday] — has been rescheduled to Sunday, 4th February. The horse inspection will take place at 8.30 a.m. with jumping to commence a 9.30 a.m.” Related Stories Equestrian Patrick Nisbett Competes in France […]

Five local archers will aim for strong performances at the Las Vegas Shoot, which starts today [February 2] at the South Point Hotel and Casino. Jaydon Roberts, Camerin Pickering, Bernard Wade III, and Robert O’Conner will compete in the men’s recurve flights and Robin Selley in the recurve young adult female. The three-day competition is […]

Eagle FC — which is based in Central Pennsylvania — announced that Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher has signed with them for the 2024 season. A spokesperson said, “The Eagle FC Women would like to welcome back current Bermuda Senior National Team and Towson University’s All-Time Leading Goal Scorer, Nia Christopher to the Eagle FC’s 2024 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Seven years ago today, Nahki Wells reached the 100-goal milestone in English football after scoring in Huddersfield Town’s 3-1 win at home to Brighton & Hove Albion in the Sky Bet Championship. The Bermudian struck in the 36th minute, showing his predatory instincts by firing into the top corner to give […]

Monument Re announced today that its Luxembourg subsidiary Monument Assurance Luxembourg S.A. [MAL] completed the transfer of the closed book portfolio of long term life insurance business from Integrale Luxembourg S.A. The portfolio serves mainly the Luxembourgish, Dutch and French markets, and is strategically aligned to MAL’s existing business model. The portfolio was transferred to […]

Lima, Peru and Asuncion, Paraguay have both applied to host the 2027 Pan American Games. A spokesperson said, “Following the opening of the candidature process for the 2027 Pan American Games by Panam Sports on January 5, two South American cities have met all the requirements and submitted their official interest in hosting the continent’s […]

The City of Hamilton has highlighted its ongoing license plate recognition trial with a video outlining how the system works. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is advising the motoring public that, as of January 3rd, 2024, the City will be trialing its new License Plate Recognition [LPR] Software at the Number 5 car […]

A fundraising golf tournament will be held at Belmont Hills Golf Course on Saturday [February 3] to help fund an upcoming Bermuda UK & Ireland Golf Links Society event on the island. Kim Swan, a former PGA European Tour player, co-founded the Bermuda UK & Ireland Golf Links Society with Englishman Andrew Smith, a PGA […]

Somerset Reinsurance Ltd. Has appointed Thomas Porter as Chief Underwriting Officer. A spokesperson said, “Somerset Reinsurance Ltd. [Somerset], a leading provider of reinsurance solutions to the U.S. life insurance and annuity market, announced today the appointment of Thomas Porter as Chief Underwriting Officer. Mr. Porter will be based in Bermuda, reporting to Jeff Burt, Chairman […]

The Fairmont Southampton redevelopment has “kicked off, with shovels in the ground at the Beach Club site this past week and preliminary preparations under way for the hotel renovation,” Westend Properties announced. “The steps we’ve taken at the Fairmont Southampton property this week have been groundbreaking – literally – and are significant, tangible signs of […]

The Department of Transport Control [TCD] advised “that the printing of driving licences is currently unavailable.” A Government spokesperson said, “”During this temporary disruption, TCD is issuing receipts to confirm license renewal. Network engineers are working to resolve the issue as soon as possible and to restore this service to the public.” Related Stories Bermuda […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 1] include notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on February 1, 2024 Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID GN0103/2024 Public Authorities / Department Planning Publication date 01 February, 2024 The applications shown […]

Myeisha Sharrieff and her Howard University swimming and diving teammates wrapped up their final dual meet of the 2023-24 season in style, clinching a victory against the Catholic Cardinals, triumphing 181-56. Sharrieff led off the Howard women’s 400-yard medley relay B team, securing a strong second-place finish with a time of 4:08.32. In the 50-yard […]