Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For October 2023

During October, Bernews posted over videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included people’s gathering outside BELCO, the arrival of the new pilot boat, the Swizzle Festival, Le-Jai Simmons’ memorial walk, the Minister’s updates on Tropical Storm Philippe, Taste of […]
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Chowdhury Honoured On EqualityX ‘Top 50′ List

Karim Chowdhury, vice-president of private banking at Butterfield Group, has been named among the Top 50 Influential Muslims in Europe by EqualityX. The organisation said, “EqualityX was established to celebrate outstanding Muslim talent and champion the achievements of inclusive Muslim employers. Our Influential Muslims lists recognise professionals leading and shaping debates both within their chosen […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Oct 30 2023

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 30] include public notification & acting appointments. BPS Impounded Vehicles List 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0839/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Police Service Publication date: 30 October 2023 Document Upload: BPS Impounded Vehicles List for Official Gazette October 2023 [PDF] Director Transport Control […]
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Minister On Domestic Violence Awareness Month

“October has been a month of reflection, remembrance, and resilience in Bermuda, as we’ve collectively recognised Domestic Violence Awareness Month,” said the Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert. “Earlier this year, we proudly implemented the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference [MARAC] Model in Bermuda. By bringing together key agencies and professionals to better support […]
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Ministry: ‘Work Permits In Bermuda’ Document

The Ministry of Economy and Labour has created a document entitled “Supporting Business Development and Expansion – Work Permits in Bermuda,” which they said “aims to simplify, promote, and explain the work permit types available for businesses looking to domicile in Bermuda or expand their operations.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and […]
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BTA Launches Hospitality And Tourism Guide

The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced the launch of its “ground-breaking Hospitality and Tourism Career Guide” saying “this first-of-its-kind resource opens doors to the vibrant world of hospitality and tourism through its signature online platform, BTA+.” A spokesperson said, “Designed for individuals of all ages and career stages, this interactive guide aims to inspire, educate, and […]
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Government Payroll Update

The Bermuda Government is providing an update on the Government payroll due to the cyber-attack.

The September 20 cyber-attack impacted the Government’s ability to process its weekly and monthly payrolls from September 17 to October 8. The Government extends its sincere thanks to the banking community that worked to assist in facilitating payments using bank records.

However, it should be known that these bank records were not able to be modified to account for any changes, including overpayments, underpayments and or terminations.

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Passport Processing Resumes, Delays Expected

The Department of Immigration has resumed processing passport applications, noting that there were over 450 outstanding passport applications in process before the cyber-attack last month, so ”until the application backlog returns to normal levels, the processing timeline may take up to 20 weeks.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to […]
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Rego Finishes 8th In WIHS Championships

Cody Rego finished in 8th place in the prestigious 2023 WIHS Equitation Championships. This year’s championship attracted in excess of 145 talented and skilled equitation competitors from across the United States, and the event comprised of three testing sections – the hunter phase, jumper phase and the equitation final work phase. Related Stories Equestrian Patrick […]
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Video: Mia Fishel Scores First Goal For US Team

Footballer Mia Fishel opened the scoring for her team as the United States defeated Colombia 3-0 yesterday [Oct 29]. Fishel, whose father Patrick is Bermudian, is related to the Bascomes, the island’s famous football family, including former Bermuda players Andrew and David Bascome. A story in The Athletic says, “The U.S. women’s national soccer team […]
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Photos & Video: SPCA’s ‘Paws To The Park’

‘Paws To The Park’ hosted by Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals [SPCA] was held this weekend, which featured “a family friendly, fun-filled, Halloween-themed walk around Riddell’s Bay where kids and animals can collect treats to fill their goody bags.” Related Stories SPCA Compassionate Class Programme ‘Whiskers & Wine’ Event To Support The […]
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Lt/Col Ben Beasley Receives Fellow Grade

Lieutenant Colonel Ben Beasley, Commanding Officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR], has been awarded the Fellow grade by the Institute of Leadership. A spokesperson said, “The acclaimed Institute of Leadership has awarded the Commanding Officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment its Fellow grade – the most prestigious – testifying to significant achievements made by […]
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