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Bermuda has concluded “another successful business development mission” to RIMS’ RISKWORLD in Atlanta. A spokesperson said, “In promotion of our status as the risk capital of the world, numerous industry and government leaders from Bermuda journeyed to RISKWORLD, the annual conference of RIMS, the world’s largest risk management community, held this year in Atlanta, Georgia […]

Friday, May 5 is expected to see sunny periods with a couple of showers around, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 6.29am […]

“I am excited to note the additions of two JetBlue flights from Bermuda to New York City this month, with daily service from LF Wade International Airport to New York’s John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia Airports.” said Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert. “Factoring in this additional airlift, there are now 32 commercial flights per […]

Governor Rena Lalgie and Premier David Burt are to attend the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and the Queen Consort, which will be held this weekend in the UK. A Government spokesperson said, “The Coronation programme commences with a Small Island Development States [SIDS] briefing at Lancaster House hosted by His Majesty the […]

The Bermuda College Foundation announced the “completion of Phase I of the Oakley Capital Investments Aquaponics Lab at the Bermuda College, which was made possible by the generous support of Oakley Capital Investments Limited.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda College Foundation is pleased to announce the completion of Phase I of the Oakley Capital Investments […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [May 4], with the list indicating that there are twenty-nine bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.10pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 29 runs cancelled this morning, 46 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] For the past 26 years, Wendell Dill has been performing master of ceremonies duties for the Convex End-to-End, helping pump up participants before the annual event in St George’s. It is a role Mr Dill dearly loves, with the 71-year-old insisting he will continue helping create a unique and special atmosphere […]

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announced today that it has “entered multi-year partnership with the Global Atlantic Re foundation to provide BEDC Program participants with capital grants totaling $150,000 a year.” A spokesperson said, “These grants will be issued every other year and will help to fuel the growth and success of small businesses […]

Shannon Lowry Bender, Deputy Chair of ABIR’s Policy Committee and EVP, Group General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd., will represent Bermuda’s leading international re/insurers at the NAIC International Insurance Forum 2023 on May 18-19 in Washington, D.C. A spokesperson said, “The forum is the flagship annual event of the National Association of […]

The City of Hamilton is reminding the public that the “dumping of household trash that does not originate from within the City is illegal and violates the Waste Litter Control Act.” A spokesperson said, “The City will look to review CCTV footage and anyone found to be bringing trash from outside parishes and dumping it […]

Beyond Innovation’s Anthony Lacavera recently interviewed Premier David Burt “about the government’s forward thinking legislation to attract a globally connected business community.” The video’s description says, “Bermuda has positioned itself at the forefront of digital transformation and the innovation economy. “Beyond Innovation’s Anthony Lacavera sits down with David Burt, Premier of Bermuda, to discover more […]

The City of Hamilton is holding an array of free lunchtime activities this week as part of the ‘Spring into the City’ 5-day event. City of Hamilton Events & Marketing Coordinator, Melissa Looby, previously said, “We’re thrilled to bring back ‘Spring into the City’ as it was very well received last year. It is a […]

Medical Director of HMC-Burnaby Urgent Care & Medical Imaging, Dr JJ Soares presented a petition he said had 7,334 signatures from online on change.org and offline which “request that HMC-Burnaby Urgent Care & Medical Imaging finally be approved by the Bermuda Health Council to service HIP and FutureCare patients who already lack adequate access to […]

The official route map for the upcoming Convex End-to-End event – which is set to be held on Saturday [May 6] – has been released, with an animation detailing the route for walkers and cyclists. In a post on Instagram, Convex Bermuda End To End said, “Here’s an animated look at our official route map […]

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the 2022 Environmental Statistics Compendium from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “The Compendium is structured into thirteen sections and contains brief analyses, tables and graphs for each section. Over 40 statistical tables provide a wealth of data about Bermuda’s environmental conditions. This publication is […]

“We are committed to providing safe and accessible public spaces for all, and this project is just one of the many ways we are delivering on that promise. We look forward to seeing public access to Achilles Bay restored soon,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “Smith Hauling and […]

The 71st edition of the Bermuda Gold Cup match racing tournament is scheduled to be held from October 2-7 in Hamilton Harbour. A spokesperson said, “The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club is delighted to announce the 71st edition of the Bermuda Gold Cup match racing tournament, scheduled Oct. 2-7 on Hamilton Harbour, just off the docks […]

A University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] relay team — which included Bermuda’s Keturah Bulford-Trott, Za’kayza Parsons, and Caitlyn Bobb — won the 4×100 relay gold medal at the Penn Relays. The University’s report said, “Winning an event at the world-famous Penn Relays is a goal that all track and field athletes dream of. “For the […]

Due to a Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] Membership meeting today [May 4] there will be a “moderate interruption of public services this afternoon,” the Government has advised. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that due to a Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] Membership meeting scheduled for today, [May 4, 2023] from 12:00 […]

The CedarBridge Academy faculty recently participated in professional learning programs. A spokesperson said, “Mrs. Joanne Anderson, a Certified Instructional Coach and Family Studies Teacher, led the ‘Data Driven Teachers’ workshop, which focused on educators who use data to drive their teaching strategies and improve student learning outcomes. Teachers were reminded of the importance of identifying areas […]

The Bermuda Boys and Church Girls Brigades will be holding their Fun Fete on Saturday, May 13 from 10.00am to 2.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Come to our Brigades’ Fun Fete on May 13 from 10.00am to 2.00pm. Entry tickets are $5 and all games are free. Vendors Jor-Jay’s, Jazzy Treats, and Castle Masters will have […]

SiriusPoint has appointed insurance industry veteran Bronek Masojada to their Board of Directors, effective May 2, 2023. A spokesperson said, “An insurance industry veteran, Mr Masojada brings to the SiriusPoint board nearly 30 years of public company executive leadership experience. Mr Masojada spent 28 years at Hiscox Group, a global specialist insurer and reinsurer, including more […]

The Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA] is hosting an official opening ceremony for its recently renovated Resource Centre on Wednesday, May 10. A spokesperson said, “We have recently completed renovations of our Resource Centre, and to celebrate, we are hosting an official opening ceremony on Wednesday, May 10. “Minister Kim Wilson will be in attendance as […]

The Bermuda Netball Association will launch its Summer League at Bernard Park on June 1. Three leagues are open to players: Over 40s, Women’s and Co-Ed. The registration deadline is May 19, with team registration costing $300 and player registration $30. Registration is free for current BNA members. For more details, e-mail bdanetball@hotmail.com or visit the Bermuda […]

Concacaf confirmed the date, procedures, and pots for the 2023/24 Concacaf Nations League [CNL] official draw. A spokesperson said, “The live made-for-TV event, which will sub-divide Leagues A, B, and C into groups, will take place on Tuesday, May 16, in Miami, FL, at 7:00 pm ET. “Fans will be able to follow all the […]

[Opinion column written by Hafid James] I have written and spoken on a myriad of health topics ranging from the health care system to why I don’t post weight loss transformation pictures and so on. All because I genuinely do want the best for people, so they can become their healthiest and greatest self. This […]