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Weather Forecast For Wednesday May 24

May 23, 2023

Wednesday, May 24 is expected to see cloudy & wet, chance thunder, then trending drier overnight, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 91%. Sunrise will be at […]

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Sign unveiling pushed back due to forecasted bad weather

May 23, 2023

Plans to formally unveil a Bermuda 40ft-long marquee sign on the Hamilton waterfront have been pushed back because of bad weather.
The unveiling was scheduled to take place tomorrow to coincide with M…

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Appeal continues over death of young footballer

May 23, 2023

Police investigating the death of Marco Warren early on May 14 have appealed for anyone who was in the vicinity of the fatal collision — even if they spotted nothing unusual — to come forward.
Mr Warr…

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Concert to mark King’s coronation and Queen’s death

May 23, 2023

Two concerts are in the works for next month to commemorate the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and the coronation of King Charles III.
The classical concerts will be performed by the Bermuda Chamber Ch…

Top realtors celebrated at awards breakfast

May 23, 2023

Seasoned agent Fiona Hatfield and relative newcomer Rachael Correia were the big winners as Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty held its annual awards breakfast.
The event recognised outstanding achievemen…

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Minister Applauds Salvation Army For Programme

May 23, 2023

Minister of Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert applauded the efforts of Salvation Army in bringing the ‘Come to the Well’ programme to fruition. “On behalf of the Government of Bermuda, I applaud the Salvation Army, facilitators, participants, and everyone involved in bringing this milestone to fruition. It is always inspiring to hear of initiatives, […]

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CariGenetics Holds First School Tour

May 23, 2023

Hundreds of students from across the island enjoyed an insight on the science of conservation genetics as members of staff from CariGenetics carried out their first school tour recently. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is committed to engaging with the community. This is key to the ethos of our company and holding a tour within the […]

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Photos: BF&M’s Customer Appreciation Day

May 23, 2023

BF&M marked their 120th anniversary by hosting a special Customer Appreciation Day event on May 19th outside its office. A spokesperson said, “The event aimed to demonstrate appreciation for their customers’ continued trust and loyalty throughout the years and allow the BF&M team the opportunity to connect with customers outside of day-to-day business transactions. “They are […]

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Ministry: 34 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday

May 23, 2023

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 23], with the list indicating that there are five bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 5 runs cancelled this morning, 29 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

Confident posture for Seadrill after strong Q1

May 23, 2023

Seadrill Limited has reported an operating profit of $51 million in the first quarter of 2023, a dramatic improvement on the operating loss of $7 million in the fourth quarter of last year.
The Bermud…

Apex completes deal for latest acquisition

May 23, 2023

Apex Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based global financial services provider, has closed the acquisition of the data and analytics division of MJ Hudson Plc, a provider of services to the asset management i…

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Widespread Bermuda Day road restrictions for Friday

May 23, 2023

Bermuda Day this Friday comes with the road race and parade which will affect roads from 8am to 8pm.
Traffic will be closed off for a string of events, with the Marathon Derby setting out at 8.30am an…

Borr Drilling falls to a Q1 net loss

May 23, 2023

Borr Drilling Limited, the Bermudian-based oilfield services company, has reported a net loss of $7.4 million in the first quarter of the year, a decrease in loss of $13.9 million compared to the four…

BF&M celebrates 120 years with customer appreciation day

May 23, 2023

BF&M celebrated their 120th Anniversary by hosting a special Customer Appreciation Day event outside its office.
The insurer said it wanted to acknowledge their customers’ continued trust and loy…

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Salvation Army recognised for senior wellness programme

May 23, 2023

A wellness programme offering a fresh look at health for seniors was praised for its contribution to the community.
The Salvation Army launched the Come to the Well campaign to help seniors support th…

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Science partnership flourishes at CedarBridge

May 23, 2023

A science partnership has boosted signature learning at CedarBridge Academy under the island’s ongoing reforms to public education.
The Bermuda Zoological Society has signed a memorandum of understand…

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The 58th Annual Primary School Student Art Exhibition

May 23, 2023

The 58th Annual Primary School Student Art Exhibition (Photograph by Akil Simmons)

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Todd Wins Manager’s Award At Sandhurst Town

May 23, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Aunde Russell Todd has been recognised for his impressive displays for non-league side Sandhurst Town FC this season, receiving the Manager’s Player of the Year award. Todd helped Town win the Combined Counties League Division One title, with the team having to play a staggering seven matches in ten […]

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Amendments For Energy Regulatory Sandbox

May 23, 2023

“Bermuda has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy development with the introduction of the Electricity Amendment Act 2022 [Consequential Amendments] Regulations 2023,” said Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban regarding the act, which went into effect on 9th May 2023. “This Act paved the way for introducing the Electricity [Innovative Licence] Regulations 2023 which […]

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BSX Will Be Closed For Bermuda Day Holiday

May 23, 2023

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] will be closed on Friday [May 26] for the Bermuda Day holiday. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the Exchange will be closed on Friday 26th May 2023, in observance of the Bermuda Day Public Holiday. The BSX will re-open on Monday 29th May 2023.” For extensive coverage […]

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75KMH Speed Limit For Bermuda Day Cycling

May 23, 2023

The Ministry of Public Works released a road traffic notice for the Bermuda Day Cycling Road Race on Friday [May 26], noting that for the “contestants and to the vehicles attendant on the contestants in the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Bicycle Road Race” the speed limit will be 75 kilometres per hour. The notice said, “The Minister […]

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Leverock & Florida Begin Unity Cup With A Win

May 23, 2023

Kamau Leverock and his Florida Scorpion teammates began the 3rd edition of the Unity Cup T20 Tournament in Washington DC. In their opening match, the Florida Scorpions defeated Daddy’s Kingsmen by 9 wickets. Daddy Kingsmen batted first and they scored 148/6 in their allotted 20 overs, Ali Nasir was the top scorer with 50, while […]

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White Competes In Walmart Joe Martin Race

May 23, 2023

Conor White competed in the Walmart Joe Martin Stage Race which had its largest overall professional field and the largest women’s field in the 46-year history of the race. In the Men Elite Stage One Road Race — which covered a distance of 146.2 km — White finished 32nd with a time of 3:16:30. Stage […]

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BSSF Middle School Boys Badminton Results

May 23, 2023

Saltus Grammar School won three of the four titles up for grabs at the BSSF Middle School Boys Badminton Tournament. Chase McCrimmon won double gold in the under 13 division, McCrimmon won the under 13 singles division after defeating schoolmate Ernie Ball 11-6, 11-3 in the final. McCrimmon and Ball then teamed up to win […]

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Consultant will seek Middle East opportunities, Premier says

May 23, 2023

The Premier detailed the work a Government-appointed consultant will be doing in the Middle East over the next year, work that will cost the taxpayer $240,000.
David Burt said that Alexia Hefti, an at…

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The Opening of the St. George’s Marina – Remarks from The Hon. E. David Burt, JP MP

May 23, 2023

Good Afternoon to the Minister, the Secretary of the Corporation, the Council of the Corporation, the Mayor who is travelling, Parliamentary colleagues assembled, Mr Soares and the team, and members of the media

In the Government’s 2020 platform, we committed to enhancing the corporation and the community of St. George’s through development projects that would provide economic boosts for the area to enhance community pride and honour this town’s historical roots.

Disaster narrowly averted at powerboat season opener

May 23, 2023

Disaster was narrowly averted during the first event of the Bermuda Power Boat Association’s season on Sunday.
Competitors were forced to take evasive action to avoid colliding into a pleasure craft t…

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Bermuda Festival to suspend operations for ‘foreseeable future’

May 23, 2023

Organisers of the Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts expressed their sadness as they announced the suspension of operations after 48 years.
The halt comes after audience numbers dropped and costs…

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Taxi drivers: Government is giving us the runaround

May 23, 2023

Taxi operators are demanding that the Government come clean over plans for a possible shake-up of the industry.
The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association also asked that officials “be honest” …

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Bermuda Festival To Suspend Operations

May 23, 2023

The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is “suspending all operations and productions for the foreseeable future while it re-evaluates the financial and cultural viability.” A spokesperson said, “After 48 years, The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts is sad to announce that it is suspending all operations and productions for the foreseeable future while […]

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Todd & Dyer Aim To Win Medals In Bali

May 23, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Kallan Todd will look to retain his Glory Rules and K1 junior titles at the World Kickboxing and Karate Association [WKA] World Championships in Bali, Indonesia, next month. Todd emerged as Bermuda’s golden competitor at the previous championships in Prestatyn, Wales, in November last year, winning both his events in the […]

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Downed utility pole likely to cause traffic delays

May 23, 2023

Commuters are advised to expect delays this morning after a felled utility pole blocked off a section of road in Warwick.
The pole came down on Morgan’s Road, cutting off access to Warwick Academy fro…

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Ebbin & St. George’s Win Founders Trophy

May 23, 2023

Christian Ebbin helped St. George’s School win the National Invitational Tournament Founders Trophy in the U.S. With scattered light rain in the area, Ebbin and his teammates secured the victory with a record of 15 wins and 2 defeats in the National Invitational Regatta hosted at the Lake Massapoag Yacht Club. Meanwhile Jordan Viera, and […]

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Middle East Affairs Policy Advisor Appointed

May 23, 2023

“We must develop a clear strategy to build awareness in the Gulf Region, which has a proven track record of development success,” said Premier David Burt today, announcing the engagement of a policy advisor under the Cabinet Office to provide strategic advice to the Government of Bermuda on Middle East affairs. “Previous administrations have pursued […]

Chase McCrimmon stars as Saltus dominate schools badminton finals

May 22, 2023

Saltus Grammar School won three of the four titles up for grabs at the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s middle school boys badminton tournament on Monday.
Chase McCrimmon won double gold in the und…

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BZS ‘Thrilled’ With MOU For Signature Schools

May 22, 2023

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] said they are “thrilled to have signed a formal MOU with the Bermuda Public School System and looks forward to working alongside and with the other organizations that have partnered with the Signature Learning Reform to provide amazing opportunities for Bermudian students.” A spokesperson said, “Since September 2022, BZS Educators […]

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Video: St. George’s Marina Ribbon Cutting

May 22, 2023

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held this afternoon [May 22] to celebrate the opening of the St. George’s Marina. Premier Burt said, “Good Afternoon to the Minister, the Secretary of the Corporation, the Council of the Corporation, the Mayor who is travelling, Parliamentary colleagues assembled, Mr Soares and the team, and members of the media. “In […]

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RenaissanceRe To Acquire Validus Reinsurance

May 22, 2023

Renaissancere Holdings announced it has “entered into a definitive agreement with American International Group, Inc., whereby RenaissanceRe will acquire AIG’s treaty reinsurance business, which includes Validus Reinsurance Ltd. and its consolidated subsidiaries, AlphaCat Managers Ltd. and its managed funds, and all renewal rights to the Assumed Reinsurance Treaty Unit of Talbot.” A spokesperson said, “AIG […]

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Training Exercise Held On Cruise Ship

May 22, 2023

“By conducting such tabletop exercises, we can simulate realistic scenarios and assess our collective readiness to handle potential incidents,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks following last week’s successful tabletop exercise onboard the Celebrity Summit cruise ship. A Government spokesperson said, “This exercise, at Heritage Wharf, brought together multiple agencies and stakeholders to simulate […]

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Butterfield Open House During Harbour Nights

May 22, 2023

Butterfield invites the public to come and view its reopened Front Street Banking Centre this Wednesday [May 24], from 7-9pm during the first Harbour Nights festival of the 2023 season to mark the building’s 100th anniversary. A spokesperson said, “The design of the fully renovated space was inspired by records and photography of the original […]

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BASA National Championships Day #3 Results

May 22, 2023

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s National Championships concluded at the National Sports Center. Myeisha Sharrieff won the girls 13 & over 100 LC meter breaststroke touching the wall in a time of 1:24.83, Isabella Jones was second in 1:28.00, and Daria Desmond, was third in 1:28.46. The boys 13 & over 100 LC meter breaststroke […]

RenRe to pay near $3bn for Validus Re

May 22, 2023

RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd has entered into a definitive agreement with American International Group Inc to acquire AIG’s treaty reinsurance business, which includes Validus Reinsurance Ltd, in a near…

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30 Minute Video: May 22 ZBM Evening News

May 22, 2023

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

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Weather Forecast For Tuesday May 23

May 22, 2023

Tuesday, May 23 is expected to see mostly cloudy with occasional rain or showers, possibly heavy, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 91%. Sunrise will be at […]

Bank hosts Harbour Nights open house

May 22, 2023

Butterfield is to host a Harbour Nights open house on Wednesday to mark the 100th anniversary of the bank building at 65 Front Street.
The public is invited from 7-9pm.
The bank said the design of the…

BMA consults industry on new recovery plan rules

May 22, 2023

The Bermuda Monetary Authority is soliciting feedback on the rules that will govern its recovery plan initiative for the island’s commercial insurance sector.
Bermuda’s financial services regulator is…

Sinclair Packwood Memorial race to go ahead despite fears over marshal numbers

May 22, 2023

Peter Dunne, president of the Bermuda Bicycle Association, has quashed concerns that this year’s Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race is under threat of being cancelled.
As a result of a shortage of marsha…

Bank up 46 cents on NYSE

May 22, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed on Monday unchanged at 2,125.12 after a day that saw no trading.
Overseas, the Bank of NT Butterfield & Son Ltd closed up 46 cents (1.83 per cent) at $25.60 on the New York…

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New superyacht marina in St George officially opened

May 22, 2023

Politicians, dignitaries and members of the community gathered for the official opening of the St George’s Marina and Super Yacht Dock which will pave the way for a “thriving and prosperous future”.
…

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Photos: 2023 USATF Bermuda Grand Prix Event

May 22, 2023

The USATF Bermuda Grand Prix track and field event captivated spectators as top athletes from around the world gathered at the Flora Duffy Stadium at the National Sports Centre for an extraordinary display of speed, skill, and athleticism. This year marked the second year Bermuda has hosted the event, which was broadcast internationally by NBC […]