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A trip in November 2023 by Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinèe Furbert to Barbados cost $0, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from November 20, 2023 – November 21, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon. Tinèe S. Furbert, JP, […]

Two persons aboard the sailing vessel “Relentless” were rescued by the container ship “CMA CGM URAL” south of Bermuda. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “US Coast Guard Rescue Coordination Centre Miami reports that the 53 foot ketch rigged sailing vessel Relentless on a voyage from Bermuda to the Bahamas with 2 persons […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the July 2023 CPI from the Department of Statistics today [Dec 20]. A Government spokesperson said, “In summary, consumers paid 2.8 per cent more in July 2023 than a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. This level of […]

[Column written by Glenn Fubler & Lynn Millett] Christmas is a time to reflect on empathy – considering the well-being of others. That story of a mother forced to give birth in a stable, inspires empathy in most. The Wise Men and the shepherds – demonstrated the Best of Humanity. The Emperor’s decree to ‘kill […]

A cohort of 15 Bermuda Public School Math Teachers have been recognized for completing a professional development programme. A Government spokesperson said, “Lead Practitioner [LP] accreditation is a professional learning process that drives improvement by building a culture of evidence-informed teaching and learning. Educators are accredited through the SSAT Lead Practitioner Programmes, offered online by […]

A trip in November 2023 by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban to London cost $11,330.31, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from November 14, 2023 – November 16, 2023, and the web page listing said, “Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter H. Roban, […]

Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw league leaders Spare Parts defeat fourth place Too Legit To Split 4 – 0, third place Secret Weapons defeat fifth place Who Gives A Split 4 – 0, and sixth place D’Rollerz defeat seventh place Bailey’s Bay Strikers 3 – 1. Men’s High Scratch Game Corrie […]

The Bermuda Shipping and Maritime Authority [BSMA] were audited and ”found to be satisfactorily discharging their obligations under international maritime conventions including the Maritime Labour Convention.” During a recent session in the British Parliament, Mick Whitley, Member of the Labour Party, asked, “To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if he will make an assessment […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features Santa snorkeling in Bermuda. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check […]

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] Watlington Waterworks Ltd. advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of November 2023 the company has made the following share repurchases. Watlington Waterworks said, “We confirm that 130 shares were issued in November 2023 under the Company’s staff Share Purchase Plan: November […]

The Fecchio Cup got underway at the Turtle Hill Golf Course in Southampton. Dylan Muso leads the 14-18-year-old blue division championship, after a round of 11-over par 65, one stroke back is Camilo Legere who shot 12-over par 66, and Arman Newton is in third at 13-over par 67. The 11 – 13-year-old white division […]

Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher will star as Jelly Roll Morton in New York City Centre Encores! upcoming production of Jelly’s Last Jam at the Manhattan venue. The seldom-produced bio-musical, which runs next year from February 21 to March 3, celebrates the life and music of Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe, known professionally as Jelly Roll Morton, an […]

December 19 saw 284 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $8,424.75 BD. 284 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $31.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,322.06, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]

The Bermuda National Library [BNL] hosted a Kwanzaa celebration this past weekend, with a movie, community talk, vendors and more, with the BNL noting that “the focus for this event will be the first of the seven principles of Kwanzaa, Umoja – “to strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race.” […]

Speaking during the last House 0f Assembly session of 2023, Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt provided an economic and fiscal update. The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, it is an honour to rise today on behalf of the Government, in our last sitting of 2023, to provide an Economic and fiscal Update to […]

Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided an updates on the continuing roadwork projects across the Island in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Good Morning, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, on numerous occasions I have risen in this Honourable House to provide updates on the continuing roadwork projects across the Island […]

Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Dec 15], Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban provided an update on Bermuda’s representation at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in the United Arab Emirates, otherwise known as COP28. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, I rise to inform this Honourable […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 19] include acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Director Department Of Court Services Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0986/2023 Public Authorities / Department Ministry Level Publication date 19 December, 2023 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director, Department Of Court Services Ministry Of […]

The Ministry of Finance of the Government of Bermuda has published Frequently Asked Questions [FAQs] with respect to the Corporate Income Tax Act 2023. A Government spokesperson said, “The purpose of the FAQs is to assist entities in determining if and when they are within the scope of the corporate income tax [CIT], and to […]

Rego Sotheby’s International Realty honoured its outstanding 2023 agents at the annual Agent Awards on December 15th, recognizing top performers in revenue, rentals, sales and listings. A spokesperson said, “Rego Sotheby’s International Realty celebrated its exceptional 2023 agents at their annual Agent Awards held on Friday December 15th, 2023. The Agent Awards recognize and celebrate […]

The Government announcedthe new members of the Junior Road Safety Council for the term 2023/24, saying “we are pleased that these students have volunteered to assist the Road Safety Council and, by extension, our entire population in addressing road safety in Bermuda.” The members are: Marley Brown, JRSC Chair, Bermuda Institute Dion Francis, JRSC Deputy […]

Police stopped a car traveling on Kindley Field Road, and checks showed the vehicle to be unlicensed and uninsured and the 30-year-old male driver had an expired driver’s license, and officers searched the vehicle and “recovered a quantity of suspected cannabis resin, ecstasy tablets, crack-cocaine along with drug paraphernalia.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:45 […]

The City of Hamilton said they wish “to remind the public about the benefits of acquiring parking passes for the City’s long-term car parks.” A spokesperson said, “Parking at Bull’s Head Car Park is the most economical way to park in the City all day with either monthly or annual parking passes available. “Parking at […]

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport is hosting a presentation for athletes Conor White, Jessica Lewis, and Yushae DeSilva-Andrade. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Bermuda’s Team At Opening Ceremony Wilson & DeSilva-Andrade Compete In Toronto Minister Darrell Congratulates Parapan Athletes […]

The Regulatory Authority [RA] is seeking public input on the 2023 Digicel Bermuda Change of Control before January 2, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Regulatory Authority [RA] is inviting public comment on the 2023 Digicel Bermuda Change of Control Public Consultation. To read the consultation document and submit feedback, please visit this page and respond on […]

Nirobi Smith-Mills has opened up his indoor track season by setting a new national record in the 600 metres at the Manchester Indoor Open at the Manchester Regional Arena at the weekend. He finished fourth in 1min 20.28sec, beating Nathan Simons’ previous record [1:21.30] by 1.02. Smith-Mills is the second Bermudian athlete to break a […]

The police confirmed that Raquel Sofia Sousa-Sequeira has been located safe and well. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that Raquel Sofia Sousa-Sequeira, has been located safe and well. “The BPS takes this opportunity to thank all those members of the public who assisted in efforts to locate her.” Related Stories […]

Chris Board has joined Miller’s reinsurance team, bringing over twenty years of experience in international property and specialty lines. A spokesperson said, “Miller, the leading specialist [re]insurance broker, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Board to its reinsurance team. “Chris brings over twenty years of reinsurance experience covering both property and specialty lines […]

Sam Williamson concluded competing in the GoCardless Swimming England Short Course National Winter Championships. The fourth day saw Williamson compete in the boy’s 100m individual medley preliminaries. In heat two of the preliminaries, Williamson finished third clocking the fourteenth fastest preliminary time of 56.74, earning him a spot in the B final. Williamson won the […]

It was another strong performance for Bermuda archers during this weekend’s Belgium Online Shoot in both the recurve and compound divisions. Camerin Pickering claimed victory in the recurve division with a score of 566, Jaydon Robert was second with a score of 558, while Bernard Wade III was sixth with 524 points. Related Stories Bermuda […]

Carey Olsen has been ranked in the top 30 in the 2023 edition of Global Restructuring Review’s [GRR] 100, an independent guide ranking the world’s leading law firms specialising in cross-border restructuring and insolvency matters. A spokesperson said, “The ranking marks a notable advancement from the firm’s top 40 standing in the previous year and […]

December 18 saw 5,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $115,030.00 BD. 5,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 9.8% at $23.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,322.06, down 0.97% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

In Magistrates Court today, close to ten thousand dollars in traffic fines were issued, and the police are urging people to “let’s all work together to make this a safe and enjoyable Christmas season for all.” A police spokesperson said, “Close to ten thousand dollars in traffic fines issued in Magistrates Court today. A number of […]

Fresh Breath Dental has made a donation to be used toward the purchase of turkeys for the community of Constituency #16. A spokesperson said, “We at Fresh Breath Dental were happy to present a donation to MP Michael Weeks for the purchase of Christmas turkeys for the community of Constituency #16. We hope that all can […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has appointed R. Scott Pearman as the new Chief Executive Officer [CEO] and President. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board today announces that the Deputy CEO R Scott Pearman has been appointed as the new chief executive officer [CEO] & president of BHB following a competitive recruitment process. He will take […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 18] include acting appointments, PATI contracts and notice of intended marriage. Permanent Secretary Ministry Of Legal Affairs Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0982/2023 Public Authorities / Department Ministry Level Publication date 18 December, 2023 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Permanent Secretary Ministry […]

Tuesday, December 19 is expected to be windy. Showers developing in the afternoon, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F, and the low to be near 19°C/66°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 7:15am and sunset […]