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Conyers has been ranked as “top-tier in Bermuda offshore expertise” by Legal 500, with 32 lawyers recognized and 17 individually ranked. A spokesperson said, “Conyers has once again been recommended as a top-tier firm in Bermuda offshore expertise in the latest Legal 500 directory rankings. The firm has maintained rankings in Corporate & Commercial, Banking, […]

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited announced that, effective November 1, 2024, Somers’ largest shareholder, Union Mutual Pension Fund Limited [UMPFL] has merged with General Provincial Life Pension Fund Limited [GPLPFL], with GPLPFL being the continuing entity. The full filing stated: “As a result, the 14,424,184 ordinary shares of Somers, representing […]

[Opinion column written by James Balfour] It was tight, most polls were unable to split the candidates, the uncertainty in the swing states meant both candidates had routes to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. However it is now clear, that despite many commentators stating President Trump had a ceiling to his vote share, he had picked up […]

The island’s top riders will compete in the Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA] Memorial Day Trophy Race at the Southside Motocross Track in St David’s on Monday [November 11]. The annual event will remember those who contributed to the sport locally and internationally, with all competing riders participating in a lap of honour and minute’s silence […]

Two Bermuda crews took part in the recent powerboat parade at the Key West World Championships in Florida. Luis Martin, the driver, and Andy Stoneham, the throttleman, of the S-12 Nuff Said/Bermuda, and David Selley, the driver, and Steven Bridges, the throttleman, of the S-25 Team Bermuda participated in the First State Bank World’s Fastest […]

The Chamber of Commerce said they look forward to the upcoming Throne Speech and hope it covers a variety of topics including our aging population, Caricom, corporate tax, real estate, the sugar tax and more. A spokesperson said, “The Chamber looks forward to the upcoming Throne Speech and Pre-Budget reports, which we hope will cover some of the […]

“Leading offshore law firm Appleby continues to be the only firm in Bermuda ranked Tier 1 across all of the six practice categories in Legal 500’s 2025 Caribbean Guide,” the company said. A spokesperson said, “Legal 500 ranks Appleby as Tier 1 in: Banking, Finance & Capital Markets; Corporate & Commercial; Dispute Resolution; Insurance/Reinsurance; Regulatory […]

Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited has achieved its strongest rankings to date in The Legal 500 Caribbean 2025 guide, securing five Tier 1 practice rankings. A spokesperson said, “The team has also attained four new ‘Leading Partner’ rankings – the highest possible ranking individual lawyers can achieve – bringing its total number of individual rankings up […]

Footballers in the under 15 and under 18 youth leagues were in action, with the Somerset Trojans, North Village Rams, PHC Zebras and FC Bascome all earning wins. Under 15 Youth League Somerset Trojans 3 Southampton Rangers 0 The Somerset Trojans secured a 3-0 victory over the Southampton Rangers at the Somerset Cricket Club. Christian […]

The Early Childhood Foundation of Bermuda is hosting a “Celebrating Early Childhood” event on November 10th at CedarBridge Academy. A spokesperson said, “The Early Childhood Foundation of Bermuda is hosting a celebratory event focusing on Early Childhood Education. The Celebrating Early Childhood event will be held on Sunday 10th November 2024 at the Kalmar Richards […]

RenaissanceRe announced today that Dr Loretta J. Mester has been appointed to serve as an independent director of the Company effective November 6th, and that, at such time, Brian G. J. Gray, who served as a member of the Board since 2013, retired as a director. Kevin J. O’Donnell, President and Chief Executive Officer of RenaissanceRe, […]

Zeiko Lewis will look to help Union Omaha reach the United Soccer League [USL] League One final when they face Greenville Triumph at home in the play-off semi-finals on Saturday [November 9]. Lewis, a Bermuda national team winger, impressed in his side’s 1-0 win at home to Richmond in the play-off quarter-finals last weekend. The […]

Kiwon Waldron had a busy day at Harrah’s Hoosier Park, participating in five races across both the morning qualifying session and the evening’s main card as the Indiana harness racing season progresses. Waldron began the day in the qualifying session, driving Ya Caught in race 2, a trot class event. The pair finished fourth with […]

The Board of Directors of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced a quarterly dividend of $0.39 per common share on its common shares. The dividend is payable on December 31, 2024, to shareholders of record on December 13, 2024. A spokesperson said, “In addition, the Board of Directors approved a renewal of RenaissanceRe’s authorized share repurchase program, […]

November 6 saw 1,300 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 6,045.00 BD. 1,300 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 4.1% at $4.65 per share. The BSX finished at 2,498.07, down 0.19% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 6] include acting appointments and public notification. Permanent Secretary Ministry Of Home Affairs Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1007/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 06 November, 2024 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Permanent Secretary The Ministry Of Home Affairs Aubrey […]

Tahjae Welch has risen from an entry-level position all the way to Store Manager at the MarketPlace, with the company noting how “determination, hard work, and a positive support system can lead to impressive career advancement in Bermuda’s retail grocery industry.” A spokesperson said, “Starting his journey with The MarketPlace in 2016 straight out of […]

The PCC Hockey Rink saw a flurry of goals in a Bermuda ball hockey winter league doubleheader on Tuesday. A combined 23 goals were scored across two games. In the first game, Spine & Sport defeated Appleby 8-3. Jeremy Estey led Spine & Sport with four goals, while Ross Rufiage added a hat trick and […]

Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will host the 2024 Student Leadership Conference, “Cultural Currents: Navigating Identity in Leadership,” on November 8-9. A spokesperson said, “Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] is thrilled to announce the 2024 Student Leadership Conference, set to take place on November 8th and 9th. This two-day conference, themed “Cultural Currents: […]

“Our government remains resolute in its commitment to education reform, a priority we have championed since our election in 2017,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, adding that “the road has not been without obstacles; some longstanding practices and customs have slowed our pace, and recent events have underscored the complexity of change.” Minister Rabain’s full […]

The Berkeley Institute Gold team claimed victory over CedarBridge Academy with a 2-0 win in the Bermuda School Sports Federation Senior School Girls six-a-side football tournament. A spokesperson said, “Daley Outerbridge gave Berkeley the lead midway through the second half with a long range effort. Berkeley would seal the win with two minutes remaining when […]

There are two new exhibits opening at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSoA] on Friday, November 15 from 5.00pm to 7.00pm, with the exhibitions set to run until December 10 at 4 pm. A spokesperson said, “In the Onions Gallery, we will present ‘Abstract,’ a retrospective of the late artist Paul Doughty, curated by his son […]

Westend Properties shared an update on the ongoing renovations at the Fairmont Southampton. A spokesperson said, “Work at the site is proceeding as planned – for instance, demolition within the building has begun in anticipation of the extensive overhaul of the hotel interior. The initial shipments of containers of construction materials and equipment have arrived […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] advised that “there will be no through traffic on the campus of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] between Point Finger Road and Berry Hill Road on Saturday 9 November from 7am- noon.” A spokesperson said, “People will be able to access the Emergency Department, the main Acute Care Wing […]

Minister of the Cabinet Office Crystal Caesar “welcomed chairs, union partners, and technical officers to a training session on interest-based bargaining.” A government spokesperson said, “Representatives from the Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU], Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU], Prison Officers Association [POA], Fire Services Association [FSA], Bermuda Police Association [BPA], and Bermuda Union of Teachers [BUT], […]

In the lead-up to Remembrance Day, hundreds of young Bermudians are gaining a deeper appreciation of Bermuda’s historical role through engaging presentations by the Royal Bermuda Regiment. A spokesperson said, “A group of officers and soldiers has been visiting primary schools over the past two weeks in the lead-up to November 11. “The engaging and […]

Vanessa James will return as a professional skater for the new series of Dancing on Ice on British television and has been partnered with reality TV star Dan Edgar. James is no stranger to reality TV, having starred in the previous series of the popular show and appeared on Battle of the Blades – a […]