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Building Back Equal Joint Programme Concludes

October 20, 2024

The Building Back Equal Joint Programme concluded with a celebratory event in Bermuda, marking “significant achievements in fostering gender equality and economic empowerment through innovative financing and capacity-building initiatives.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Building Back Equal Joint Programme, a groundbreaking initiative focused on empowering women and youth entrepreneurs in Bermuda, concluded on Friday [October […]

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Minister: Strategies To Strengthen Workforce

October 20, 2024

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward addressed members of Sandys Rotary Club and “shared information on Bermuda’s job market in 2024 and the Government’s strategies to strengthen the workforce.” A spokesperson said, “Minister Hayward spoke about the following: Challenges of an Aging Population: Bermuda’s shrinking working-age population presents challenges, including labour shortages, pressure on […]

Dandy Town end unbeaten run of Devonshire Colts

October 20, 2024

Devonshire Colts 0 Dandy Town 1

Devonshire Colts lost their first league game in more than a year as Dandy Town came out on top in a physical encounter at Police Field on Sunday.
Oneko Lowe’s di…

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Live Video: Bermuda vs Antigua Volleyball

October 20, 2024

The Bermuda national women’s volleyball team is matching up against Antigua this evening [Oct 20] as part of the ECVA Women’s Volleyball Championships, and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Bermuda Defeat St. Maarten In Volleyball Video: Bermuda Defeat St. Lucia In Volleyball Video: National Volleyball Team Travel Overseas Videos: Volleyball […]

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Director of public transport department confirmed

October 20, 2024

A new director for the public transportation department has been appointed, the Government said today.
Jonelle Christopher was officially brought onto the role on October 1 after holding the position …

D’Andre Wainwright scores only goal as PHC edge past Hamilton Parish

October 20, 2024

PHC 1 Hamilton Parish 0

D’Andre Wainwright scored the only goal as PHC secured a scrappy victory over Hamilton Parish on Sunday to maintain their unblemished record in the Premier Division this s…

Saltus under-13 boys retain title in prestigious Canada tournament

October 20, 2024

The Saltus under-13 boys football team retained their Division 1 championship at the prestigious Canadian Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) under-13 tournament.
Saltus thumped the tournament h…

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Weather Forecast For Monday October 21

October 20, 2024

Monday, October 21 is expected to be generally sunny, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 68%. Sunrise will be at 7.28am and sunset will be at 6.38pm. […]

Vantage Risk becomes full member of Berne Union

October 20, 2024

Vantage Risk has been promoted to full membership in the Berne Union, the not-for-profit association that has represented the global export credit and investment insurance industry since 1934.
The com…

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PLP delegates conference to take place this week

October 20, 2024

The Progressive Labour Party will host its 59th Annual Delegates Conference on Wednesday.
The event will have the theme The Power of One and is expected to include several speeches and performances.
D…

ILS Bermuda internship scheme confirmed for summer 2025

October 20, 2024

A partnership that plays a critical role in the development of a talent pipeline within the island’s insurance-linked securities industry is to continue in 2025.
Since 2017, ILS Bermuda has partnered …

Golfers pick up medals in Caribbean Four-Ball Championships

October 20, 2024

Bermuda’s golfers are coming home with two medals from the Caribbean Four-ball Championships this weekend.
Eric West and Jonathan James ran picked up gold after running away with the Mid Amateur Men D…

Jason Williams runs for 28 hours to be crowned Bermuda Backyard champion

October 20, 2024

Jason Williams has been crowned Bermuda’s Backyard Ultra champion after pushing himself to the limit during the team world championships yesterday.
Williams lasted for nearly 28 hours in St David’s, r…

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Jonelle Christopher Appointed As DPT Director

October 20, 2024

Jonelle Christopher has been appointed as the Director of the Department of Public Transportation [DPT] for the Ministry of Transport. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Jonelle Christopher as the Director of the Department of Public Transportation [DPT] for the […]

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Photos & Video: Dockyard Fall Festival

October 20, 2024

The Royal Naval Dockyard’s ‘Fall Festival’ event was held yesterday [Oct 19] on the North Lawn, with families attending the event and enjoying activities including fun castles, face painting, entertainment, and more. Related Stories Photos & Video: Sandys Club Paddle For PALS Photos, Video & 360: Dockyard Fall Festival Photos/Video: 2011 MSA Halloween Parade Photos: […]

Axa XL appoints Schiffer to North American role

October 20, 2024

Axa XL Reinsurance has appointed Greg Schiffer as chief executive North America, Reinsurance.
Renaud Guidée, chief executive, Axa XL Reinsurance, said: “Our clients across North America rate highly th…

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Photos & Video: Sandys Club Paddle For PALS

October 20, 2024

The Sandys Boat Club ‘Paddle for PALS’ event was held this weekend in the west end, with participants dressing in costumes and bringing “your brooms, flotations, paddleboards, kayaks, and non-motorized floaties”, with the event aiming to raise funds for the PALS cancer care charity. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Dockyard Fall Festival Bermuda Arts […]

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Ebbin & Tulane Start In Open Championships

October 20, 2024

Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University Sailing teammates began competing in the Open Atlantic Coast Championship final. A total of four races were held in the A division, while three races were completed in the B class. At the end of day one, Tulane came off the water in 5th place with 52 combined points. […]

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Golfers Back In Four-Ball Championships Action

October 20, 2024

The Caribbean Golf Association Four-Ball Championships continued at the Plantation Golf Course in Trinidad & Tobago. In the mid-amateur men’s division, Bermuda pair Eric West and Jonathan James opened up a 7 stroke lead after their second round with an overall score of 4-under par. The pair shot 3-under par on the day. Mark Ray […]

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Peter Silvestre Keeps Clean Sheet In Win

October 20, 2024

Bermudian goalkeeper Peter Silvestre kept a clean sheet for Connecticut College in their 3-0 win at home to Bates College yesterday [October 19]. Charlie Miles, Gavin Mpiana and Jack Lavoral scored the goals for Connecticut. Silvestre’s side are away to Rhode Island College on Tuesday [October 22]. Related Stories Crichlow And Lambe Score For Bermuda […]

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Video: Sunday Oct 20th “Good News” Spotlight

October 20, 2024

News that a film featuring Bermudian Gombey culture was selected for showing at four international film festivals, Christopher Webson and Helena Carvelli-Astwood earned the PSEA award, the BF&M Breast Cancer Awareness Walk was held, and the Bermuda National Gallery opened Meditations on Form: Jewellery by Melanie Eddy were all some of the positive news stories […]

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Families learn about community resources to support children

October 20, 2024

Families were yesterday given a wealth of information about how to access government and community-based resources to help their children thrive.

The Village Gathering, organised by community act…

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Contractor sought for coastguard substation

October 20, 2024

The Government is looking for a contractor to build and renovate the former St David’s Post Office so that it may become a substation for the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coastguard.
Plans were approved ear…

Bermuda Women’s volleyball team keep perfect record by beating reigning champions

October 20, 2024

The senior women’s volleyball team have a perfect 3-0 record after winning two games at the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Championships on Saturday.
The Bermuda squad, who had beaten Sint Maarten in st…

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Gabriella Arnold Competes In Kentucky Crit

October 20, 2024

Gabriella Arnold recently competed in the first-ever Country Boy Crit, an event which featured multiple races for pros, and amateurs at Lanes Run Business Park near Country Boy Brewing, in Kentucky. Arnold competed in the women’s pro race representing LA Sweat finished 12th. Related Stories Conor White Races In Gravel Championships Cyclists Continue Competing In […]

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Column: Dr. Watkins On The Impact Of Stroke

October 20, 2024

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] When a loved one suffers a stroke, the impact is not only felt by the individual, but also by their family and caregivers. The aftermath of a stroke can be overwhelming and challenging, requiring significant adjustments and support from those closest to the affected individual. Understanding the impact of […]

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Column: Myron On Ageing, Longevity & Legacy

October 20, 2024

[Column written by Martha Harris Myron] Today is the day. You turn 80, decades and decades longer than you ever thought you would live in this endlessly fascinating world of ours. So, what do you do to celebrate? There is the thought of the usual happy media-compelling consumer enticements. You know: maybe some golden bling […]

Jonté Smith makes winning return to St George’s with North Village

October 19, 2024

St George’s Colts 1 North Village 3

Jonté Smith made a victorious return to St George’s by scoring a penalty and creating a goal as North Village condemned his former side to their first Premier…

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Food festival events cancelled owing to inclement weather

October 19, 2024

The remainder of the Taste of Bermuda food festival has been cancelled because of poor weather conditions.
Both the City Hall All-White Ball that was scheduled to take place tonight and the Tasting V…

Kamali Davis stars against former club as Devonshire Cougars tame Paget Lions

October 19, 2024

Paget Lions 1 Devonshire Cougars 4

Kamali Davis came back to haunt his former team as he scored two goals, including one from the penalty spot, to lead Devonshire Cougars to an easy victory over …

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This Evening’s City Hall All-White Ball Cancelled

October 19, 2024

Due to “persistent inclement weather,” tonight’s [Oct 19] City Hall All-White Ball has been cancelled. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is advising members of the public that, unfortunately, due to persistent inclement weather, tonight’s City Hall All-White Ball, a part of the Taste of Bermuda weekend, has been cancelled. “We still invite you […]

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Flora Duffy Finishes Third In Las Vegas

October 19, 2024

Dame Flora Duffy achieved a breakthrough performance with her best finish in the T100 Triathlon World Tour after placing third in Lake Las Vegas today [October 19]. Duffy demonstrated her rapid improvement at the longer distance [2-kilometre swim, 80km bike, 18km run], having finished ninth in her first race of the series in Ibiza, Spain, […]

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Rugby: Police, Teachers & Renegades Win

October 19, 2024

Rugby action returned to the National Sports Center, with women’s and men’s division action taking place. Women Division Police 22 Renegades 0 In the opener Police shutout the Renegades 22 – 0, the Police got single tries from Anna Hutchinson, Maegan Stecko, Akila Craig, and Olivia Smart, while Hutchinson added a conversion. Teachers 49 Amazons […]

Dame Flora Duffy makes podium in T100 Las Vegas

October 19, 2024

Dame Flora Duffy proudced a breakthrough performance to finish third in T100 Las Vegas on Saturday.
Duffy, who finished eighth in Ibiza three weeks ago on her first attempt at the 100km distance, look…

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Weather Forecast For Sunday October 20

October 19, 2024

Sunday, October 20 is expected to see a possible morning shower, brightening up during afternoon, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 7.27am […]

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Live Video: Bermuda vs St. Lucia Volleyball

October 19, 2024

The Bermuda national women’s volleyball team is matching up against St. Lucia this afternoon [Oct 19] as part of the ECVA Women’s Volleyball Championships, and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Bermuda Defeat St. Maarten In Volleyball Videos: Volleyball Beach Spike Fest Video: National Volleyball Team Travel Overseas Photos & Video: […]

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Police: O’Neil Swaby Retires After 20 Years

October 19, 2024

Detective Constable O’Neil Swaby has retired from the Bermuda Police Service after 20 years of service. A police spokesperson said, “Friday, 18th October 2024, marked the retirement of Detective Constable [DC] O’Neil Swaby. “A proud Jamaican, he joined the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] 20 years ago and has a total of 35 years’ policing experience. […]

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Ball Hockey: BDA Spirits & Spine & Sport Win

October 19, 2024

The Bermuda ball hockey season continued with a double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink producing 25 goals. BDA Spirits 8 Hamilton Princess 5 Thirteen goals were scored in the opener as BDA Spirits defeated the Hamilton Princess 8 – 5. BDA Spirits got 6 goals off the stick of Robbie Bailey, while Jeff Loper scored […]

Watch live: Flora Duffy competes in Las Vegas T100 series

October 19, 2024

Dame Flora Duffy is taking on the best in the world in the T100 Triathlon Series in Las Vegas and you can wacth all the action live here.
Duffy finished eighth in her first attempt over this 100km dis…

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Robin Hood Claim Corona Charity Shield

October 19, 2024

Robin Hood claimed victory in the Corona League Charity Shield after beating Terrace Onions 4-3 on penalties at Goose Gosling Field yesterday [October 18]. The match ended 2-2 after regulation time, with Pete Taylor and Chris McCarthy scoring for Hood. Andy Forster and Jack Higson netted for Onions. The Corona League will feature seven teams […]

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Bermuda To Host 2025 Concacaf U17 Qualifiers

October 19, 2024

Bermuda will host its group of the 2025 Concacaf Under-17 Men’s Qualifiers in February 2025. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is thrilled to announce that Bermuda has been selected to host our group of the 2025 Concacaf Under-17 [U17] Men’s Qualifiers. This prestigious tournament will feature some of the region’s most promising young […]

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Young Men’s Social Club Defeat Wolves

October 19, 2024

At the Devonshire Recreation Club, this Premier Division match started with both teams looking to change their fortunes, Wolves were looking to bounce back from the heavy defeat they had in their last outing, while Young Men Social Club were looking to also bounce back from a defeat in their last match. The Premier Division […]

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Bermuda Start Competing In Caribbean Golf

October 19, 2024

The Caribbean Golf Association Four-Ball Championships commenced at the Plantation Golf Course in Tobago, Trinidad & Tobago. In the mid-amateur men’s division, Bermuda pair Eric West and Jonathan James lead after day one with a score of 1-under par. Mark Ray and Roger Brangman are tied as leaders in the senior men’s division, also at […]

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Column: PLP’s Robinson On Strategic Investment

October 19, 2024

[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Leslie Robinson] As the Junior Minister for Public Works, I am excited to share the details of our recent massive social investment—an initiative designed to restore our roads, clean up our public spaces, and ensure that Bermuda’s natural beauty is preserved. This $3.4 million investment focuses on two core […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Ravens & Budgies Draw

October 19, 2024

The Bermuda Field Hockey Women’s League season began with a 3-3 draw between the Ravens and Budgies at the National Sports Center. The match featured several members of the Bermuda Women’s National Team, who recently competed at the same venue. Budgies forward Georgia Harris opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a field goal. […]

Watch: Bermuda women’s volleyball team win first match in Antigua

October 19, 2024

Bermuda’s senior women’s volleyball team made a fine start to their first international competition in five years by thrashing Sint Maarten on Friday night.
Fresh off the plane after only arriving in …

Duffy determined not to make up the numbers in T100 series

October 19, 2024

Dame Flora Duffy heads into her next race in Las Vegas today insisting she is “not here to make up the numbers”.
The 2020 Olympic triathlon champion finished eighth in her first attempt on the T100 Tr…

Hardtman brothers secure second league win for Social Club

October 19, 2024

Wolves 0 Young Men’s Social Club 2

Brothers Josh and Mical Hardtman hit first-half goals to steer Young Men’s Social Club to their second Premier Division victory when they beat Wolves at Devonsh…

Watch: The school helping to create Bermuda’s Olympians

October 19, 2024

When triathlete Erica Hawley and swimmer Emma Harvey took to the water at the Olympics for Bermuda this summer, the students at England’s best school were enthralled.
Millfield School, a co-ed institu…

Storm brace for energetic Dockies in netball league

October 19, 2024

Storm captain Debré Evans has praised opponents Docksiders for bringing excitement to the league as the winter netball season starts at Bernard Park Netball Courts this evening.
Evans spoke of the vib…