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Bermuda slips to sixth favourable MNE domicile

December 18, 2023

Bermuda has dropped five places to sixth in an annual report of the best places in the world for multinationals to operate, based on cost and speed of operation.
The island was top-ranked in 2022, fol…

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Two Motorcycle Collision In Devonshire

December 18, 2023

A collision involving two motorcycles took place in the Dock Hill, Devonshire area today [Dec 18]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 11am, Monday, 18 December 2023 police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a collision in the Dock Hill, Devonshire area, involving two motorcycles. “Initial information suggests that a male motorcyclist was […]

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‘Disheartened By This Act Of Desecration’

December 18, 2023

After ‘Free Palestine’ was spray-painted on the Israeli flag at the Jewish Community Centre, the President of the Board of the Jewish Community said they are “extremely disheartened by this act of desecration.” A spokesperson said, “A serious incident of vandalism occurred outside the Jewish Community Centre on Saturday, December 16th, involving the defacement of an Israeli […]

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Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Collision

December 18, 2023

A male motorcycle rider has been transported overseas for medical treatment after a collision this weekend. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:02 a.m. on Saturday, December 16, 2023, police received reports of a motorcycle rider found breathing but unresponsive on Ord Road near the junction with Banana Lane, Warwick. “Police and other first responders attended the […]

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Christmas & NY Garbage Collection Advisory

December 18, 2023

The Ministry of Public Works advised the public of the upcoming waste and recycling collection day changes over the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays. Christmas and Boxing Day A Government spokesperson said, “Christmas Day and Boxing Day fall on a Monday and Tuesday this year respectively. As a result, Monday’s [25th] waste will be collected […]

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Shield & Friendship Quarter-Final Results

December 18, 2023

The Devonshire Colts and Somerset Eagles claimed victories in this weekend’s Friendship & Shield quarter-finals football action, while the matches between the St. George’s Colts and Hamilton Parish and North Village Rams and Devonshire Cougars ended in draws. Shield Quarter-Finals Devonshire Colts 2 – Robin Hood 1 Devonshire Colts kept their 2023/24 season unbeaten record […]

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Friends Of Sandys 5K Road Race Results

December 18, 2023

Tim Price and Gemma McGeever raced to victory in the 2023 Friends of Sandys 5K Road Race. Price clocked a winning time of 17:57, J’Auza James was second in 21:18, and Keishon Wilson was third clocking 21:40. McGeever was the female winner in a time of 21:43, DM Salter was the second female finisher and […]

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Aircraft Landing Emergency Simulation Exercise

December 18, 2023

“The gravity of this exercise cannot be overstated,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks, as he addressed a “multi-agency, day-long tabletop exercise simulating a response by Bermuda in the event a Russian-registered aircraft is forced to make an emergency landing on the Island.” Speaking at the Police Recreation Club at Prospect last week, Minister […]

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CedarBridge Launch Extended Reality Program

December 18, 2023

[Written by Tajer Basden] This year, CedarBridge Academy has been elevating its learning environment, with the launch of its Extended Reality [XR] Program. This program consists of a combination of Virtual Reality [VR] and Augmented Reality [AR] programming and technology. The launch of this program was initiated by the CedarBridge Academy School Transformation Team, with […]

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Mini Bermuda Homes Placed On Roundabout

December 18, 2023

The Crow Lane roundabout in Paget has been transformed into a display of traditional Bermudian charm, featuring miniature Bermuda-style homes that were created by the Department of Works and Engineering’s carpentry shop. “This collaborative effort embodies the spirit of unity within our Ministry,” remarked Minister of Public Works Lt. Col. David Burch about a Ministry initiative […]

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Video: Dash Simmons Knocks Out Opponent

December 18, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Saundre “Dash” Simmons ruthlessly knocked out Tre Baker inside two rounds as the Bermudian cruiserweight made an impressive start to his professional boxing career in Charlotte, North Carolina, this weekend. The 26-year-old started the contest aggressively, dominating Baker [0-2-0] with a display of strength and power, flooring the Louisianan early in […]

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President’s Cup Road Race Concludes Season

December 18, 2023

The Bermuda’s Presidents Cup road race was held this weekend, marking an end to the road season. A spokesperson said, “Braving a cold and blustery day by Bermuda standards, the Presidents Cup road race was a fitting end to the road season. The battle against the headwind along North Shore, crosswinds in Clearwater, and the […]

Best affirms excellent Starr ratings

December 18, 2023

A Bermuda insurance and reinsurance company is among a group of companies that are continuing with excellent credit ratings from AM Best.
Starr Insurance & Reinsurance Limited (Bermuda) is an insu…

Pop-up helping to showcase Bermudian-made goods

December 18, 2023

Bermudian vendors have been given a place to showcase and sell their goods by entrepreneur Kimwana Eve, who has opened a pop-up store in the Washington Mall.
Ms Eve, who founded the online business di…

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Jemima Bonard & Sadie Hocking Racing Success

December 18, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Junior karting drivers Jemima Bonard and Sadie Hocking are on the fast track to glory after taking racing tips from top local driver Scott Barnes. Bonard and Hocking, who are both 12, started racing midway through the previous Bermuda Karting Club season, competing in rental karts in the Cadet class. Since […]

Tucker wonder strike helps North Village beat Cougars in quarter-final

December 17, 2023

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North Village are into the Friendship Trophy semi-finals after beating ten-man Devonshire Cougars in a physical quarter-final clash at Goose Gosling Field las…

Parish through after four goals, 14 yellow cards, a sending off and a penalty shootout

December 17, 2023

St George’s Colts 2 Hamilton Parish 2 (AET; Parish win 4-3 on penalties)

The third Friendship Trophy quarter-final of the weekend was anything but friendly with four goals, 14 yellow cards, a sen…

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Photos: 2023 Christmas Lights In Hamilton

December 17, 2023

The City of Hamilton, like much of the island, is decorated for the holiday season with businesses and the Corporation of Hamilton showcasing their festive spirit with lights and decorations to mark the Christmas season. You can view all our coverage of Christmas here, all our coverage of Christmas decorations here, and more than 350 videos from […]

Somerset Eagles soar into Shield semi-finals

December 17, 2023

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Somerset Eagles kept their trophy hopes alive after a convincing shutout win over ten-men Wolves in an entertaining First Division Shield quarter-final at Goose Gosling…

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Island tests emergency landing of Russian aircraft

December 17, 2023

The island has run a simulated response to a Russian-registered aircraft forced to make an emergency landing in Bermuda.
Michael Weeks, the Minister of National Security, said the daylong exercise all…

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Court Street hosts final open-air market of 2023

December 17, 2023

Crowds flocked to Court Street today for the entertainment and festive gifts of its final market of the year.
Gary Augustus, a Court Street businessman who helps organise the regular open-air markets,…

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Weather Forecast For Monday December 18

December 17, 2023

Monday, December 18 is expected to overcast skies and windy, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F, and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 7:14am and sunset will be at […]

Lombard companies in Bermuda are no longer under review

December 17, 2023

AM Best has removed from under review with developing implications and affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of Lombard I…

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Photos & Video: Brew Bermuda ‘Santa Paws’

December 17, 2023

Brew Bermuda has hosted the “Santa Paws” event yesterday [Dec 16] allowing attendees to have their pets photographed with Santa, with proceeds benefiting the care of animals, bringing pet owners together to create holiday memories, all while supporting a good cause. Related Stories Brew “Santa Paws” Raises Funds For SPCA Dog Training Lectures & Workshops […]

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Jewish community ‘extremely disheartened’ by vandalism

December 17, 2023

An investigation has been launched after vandals defaced the flag of Israel at the Jewish Community Centre.
The flag accompanied a memorial for hostages seized by Hamas in its attack launched on Israe…

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Bermuda HealthCare staff give away turkeys for Christmas

December 17, 2023

Bermuda HealthCare Services celebrated the spirit of the season yesterday by giving away 150 turkeys, with the first 100 turkeys given to patients, 40 going members of the general public, with the rem…

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BHCS Gives Away 150 Turkeys For The Holidays

December 17, 2023

Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] celebrated the spirit of the season on Saturday [Dec 16] by giving away 150 turkeys, with the first 100 turkeys given to patients, 40 going members of the general public, with the remaining given to staff. The idea for the giveaway began 11 years ago, when BHCS and Brown-Darrell Clinic cancelled […]

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Football: St David’s & PHC Zebras Win

December 17, 2023

The Shield Quarter-Final and Friendship Quarter-Finals took place his weekend, with St. David’s and PHC Zebras earning wins. Shield Quarter-Final St. David’s 5 – Southampton Rangers 2 St. David’s advanced to the Shield Semi-Final draw following their 5 – 2 win over the Southampton Rangers at the Somerset Cricket Club. Kieshen Bean led St. David’s […]

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Hocking Wins Bermuda FoilFest 2.0 Regatta

December 17, 2023

Six sailors took to the Great Sound for the Bermuda FoilFest 2.0 Regatta, and a total of five races took place with Tristan Hocking claiming the victory with 7 net points. Going into the final race Aiden Mahoney, and Hocking both had 6 net points, Mahoney won the first two races, before finishing 4th in […]

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Rodrigues & Ebbin Conclude Youth Sailing

December 17, 2023

PJ Rodrigues and Christian Ebbin concluded competing at the Allianz Youth Sailing World Championships in Brazil. On the final day in the 29er class, Rodrigues and Ebbin finished in 20th place with 169 points. Three more races were sailed to take the series to 12 races. Rodrigues and Ebbin finished 21st in the first race […]

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Dashun Cooper To Hold Goalkeeper Clinic

December 17, 2023

Dashun Cooper will be hosting his Bermuda Goalkeeping Academy over the festive period. Cooper, a full-time academy goalkeeper coach at Sky Bet Championship side Queens Park Rangers, has completed his Uefa B and Uefa Goalkeeper Licences. The camps will run from December 20 to 23 and December 27 to 30. Youngsters will be able develop […]

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Williamson Breaks Another Bermuda Record

December 17, 2023

Sam Williamson continued competing in the GoCardless Swimming England Short Course National Winter Championships. The second day saw Williamson compete in the boys 400m individual medley preliminaries. In heat two of the preliminaries, Williamson finished second by clocking a time of 4:23.28, earning him a spot in the A final with the ninth fastest time. […]

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Cyclist Nic Narraway Joins Team California

December 17, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian cyclist Nicholas Narraway has been unveiled as the latest member of Team California’s under-23 development squad for next season. The 21-year-old has previously raced for Spanish team Telco,m On Clima Osés and the CS Vélo team in the United States. “Nicholas brings a ton of experience to the team,” Team […]

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Former soldiers donate to hunger charity

December 17, 2023

Former Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers raised more than $1,000 in food and cash for a local charity.
This was raised through the Royal Bermuda Regiment Association’s second annual beer call and food …

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Signature Discovery Days event held

December 17, 2023

Students were given the opportunity to discover the benefits of Bermuda’s signature school learning programmes.
The Ministry of Education’s Education Reform Unit held the Signature Discovery Days even…

Friendship trophy champions PHC into semi-final after beating Paget

December 17, 2023

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Kadeem Abraham fired PHC into the Friendship trophy semi-finals with a second-half winner over a dogged Paget Lions at Somerset Cricket Club on Saturday night.
Both sides started on…

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Video: Sunday Dec 17th “Good News” Spotlight

December 17, 2023

News that Bermuda Institute and Northlands Primary each won $5,000 grand prizes at Skyport’s Great Christmas Carol-Off, Zakhari Turner was named to the W Gold Cup League B Best XI, RUBiS donated $6,229 each to five local charities, and the Bermuda Boys’ Brigade and the Church Girls’ Brigade raised $2,000 for charity were all some […]

Staying on track to bring down debt through festive season

December 17, 2023

It’s the most wonderful – and most expensive – time of the year! And if you are like so many others who are struggling to get out of debt, this season can cause a lot of stress and completely derail y…

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Somers Reports 2023 Full Year Results

December 17, 2023

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited reported full year results. The filing stated: Somers Limited [Somers or the Company, BSX: SOMS.BH], a financial services investment holding company, is pleased to report its results for the six months and year ended September 30, 2023. Net Asset Value [NAV] per share at […]

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AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Brit Reinsurance

December 17, 2023

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] of Brit Reinsurance [Bermuda] Limited [Brit Re] [Bermuda]. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] of Brit Reinsurance […]

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Yushae DeSilva-Andrade Climbs Rankings

December 16, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade ends the year with a boccia world ranking of fourth in the women’s individual BC1 division. The Bermudian, who won a silver medal at the Parapan Am Games in Santiago, Chile, last month, climbs two spots in the rankings as she builds towards the Paralympic Games in Paris next […]

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Dorian Tucker Helping Men Become Leaders

December 16, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] After serving as a correction officer for 36 years, Dorian Tucker knew he had acquired sufficient knowledge to help at-risk young males in the community. Mr Tucker, who rose to the rank of principal officer before retiring this year, gained a valuable insight into the male psyche of the inmates he […]

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Weather Forecast For Sunday December 17

December 16, 2023

Sunday, December 17 is expected to be mostly cloudy and windy, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F, and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 65%. Sunrise will be at 7:14am and sunset will be […]

Butterfield down 39 cents on NYSE

December 16, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed on Friday unchanged at 2,344.88 after a day of no trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
For the week, the Index was up 90.88 points (3.87 per cent) on share volume of 41,000 a…

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Photos & Video: Christmas Fresh Air Films Event

December 16, 2023

The City of Hamilton treated residents to a night under the stars at Queen Elizabeth Park, where a Fresh Air Films event featured the holiday-themed movies The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two and The Night Before. You can view all our coverage of Christmas here and more than 350 videos from Christmas celebrations over the years […]

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Senate: Order Of Business For December 18

December 16, 2023

The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Monday [Dec 18], and the Bills due for their first reading include on the Order Paper are Corporate Income Tax Act 2023, and the Bermuda Monetary Authority Amendment Act 2023. The Order of Business follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Senate: Audio & Order Of Business […]

Campbell Patton vows to learn from disqualification

December 16, 2023

Campbell Patton claimed a bronze medal despite suffering misfortune on the final day of the Sail Sydney regatta in Australia yesterday.
The 22-year-old sailor finished third in the Olympic ILCA 7 clas…

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Nia Christopher Earns All-East Region Honors

December 16, 2023

After her highly impressive season, Nia Christopher was named to the United Soccer Coaches All-East Region teams. The Bermudian footballer plays for Towson University and their website said, “Christopher earned her third straight all-region honor after being named to the third team in 2021 and second team last year. “The Bermuda native finished tied for […]

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Man admits theft after drug relapse

December 16, 2023

Court reports were ordered on a man who yesterday admitted stealing from his family following a drug relapse.
Paul Williams, 44, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to one count of theft in connection w…

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Police: don’t become a victim of crime this holiday season

December 16, 2023

Shoppers are advised to be vigilant and take extra precautions against thieves and con artists during the festive season.
The Bermuda Police Service has issued a series of guidelines that may prevent …