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Heritage Month 2023 Calendar Of Events

May 3, 2023

The Department of Culture shared the Heritage Month Calendar of Events. A Government spokesperson said, “his year’s Heritage Month theme is A Bermudian Renaissance. “While there are more than three dozen associated events on the Heritage Month schedule, the marquis events being supported by the Department include: Mayouti Yoga & The Department of Culture Presents: […]

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Bermuda’s CAC Games Men’s Bowling Team

May 3, 2023

Bermuda men’s bowling team has been selected for the CAC Games, which are scheduled to take place in El Salvador from June 26th to July 6th. The Bermuda Men’s team consists of David Maycock, Damien Matthews, Carl Reid, Dennis Joell, Lamar Richardson, and Dayvon Tucker. Related Stories Commercial Bowling League Results Bermuda Bowlers Competing In Australia […]

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Premier Cricket Standings & Top Performers

May 3, 2023

After the first week of Bermuda Premier Division Cricket action, we take a look at the top performers and the league standings. Terryn Fray from Bailey’s bay was the only batsman to score a half Century with a knock of 52, while Dion Stovell from Cleveland County was the weekends top bowlers with figures of […]

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Bermuda Rejoins Caribbean Tourism Organization

May 3, 2023

Bermuda rejoins the Caribbean Tourism Organization as a member country “through a collaborative partnership with the Bermuda Government and Bermuda Tourism Authority,” the BTA announced today. A spokesperson said, “The BTA also remains accredited by Destinations International [DI]. “The CTO is the region’s tourism development agency including Dutch, English and French country members and a […]

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Prevention Week To Focus On Dangers Of Vaping

May 3, 2023

Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs & Constitutional Reform Kathy Lynn Simmons announced the observance of National Prevention Week, May 7 – May 13. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department for National Drug Control [DNDC] will hold educational sessions on the dangers and consequences of E-cigarettes/vaping. “The DNDC Prevention Unit has been working in the […]

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BLTA Announces Spring Fever Tournament

May 3, 2023

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association [BLTA] announced the Spring Fever Tennis Tournament, a four-day junior tennis tournament, sponsored by Axa XL and sanctioned by the BLTA. A spokesperson said, “The Spring Fever Tennis Tournament will feature 30 players, both boys and girls, from under-12, under-14, under-16 and under-18 age categories. Players will compete for valuable […]

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Video: Integrated Breast Cancer Care Pathway

May 3, 2023

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] and Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre today [May 3] jointly shared information about “work on an integrated breast cancer care pathway, which aims to improve the experience and outcomes for breast cancer patients in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “At a press conference today, the integrated breast cancer care pathway booklet was […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 3 2023

May 3, 2023

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 3] include boards appointments, fisheries notice, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Board Commercial Fisheries Council Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0419/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 03 May 2023 The Minister of Home Affairs is pleased to make […]

Industry veteran Masojada joins SiriusPoint board

May 3, 2023

Bermuda-based speciality insurer and reinsurer, SiriusPoint Ltd, has appointed Bronek Masojada to their board of directors.
The insurance industry veteran spent 28 years at Hiscox Group, a global spec…

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Fairmont Southampton investment ‘biggest on island since Second World War’

May 3, 2023

The public face of a drive to overhaul and reopen Bermuda’s biggest resort said the scale of the project seen in early plans is “not an arbitrary number” for investors looking to make a return on the …

Butterfield follows Fed in latest rate raise

May 3, 2023

The Federal Reserve continued to push the envelope on interest rates, as it seeks to put a lid on persistent inflation. And already there has been local reaction.
Wednesday the Fed raised the key fede…

Reservations raised by rating agency

May 3, 2023

AM Best has revised the outlooks to negative from stable and affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a” (Excellent) of three members of FGH P…

James River post a Q1 profit of $7m

May 3, 2023

James River Group Holdings Ltd, which is based in Bermuda, has reported first quarter net income available to common shareholders of $7 million.
That compares to net income available to common shareho…

Q1 profit for Brookfield Infrastructure Partners

May 3, 2023

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP has reported net income of $23 million for the three-month period ended March 31, compared to net income of $70 million in the prior year quarter.
BIP said curren…

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Weather Forecast For Thursday May 4

May 3, 2023

Thursday, May 4 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud after a possible early shower or two, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. […]

Butterfield slightly down on NYSE

May 3, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed up 26.82 points on Wednesday at 2136.73 with 10,100 stocks changing hands at a value of $57,850.
Of those stocks, 10,000 Argus Group Holdings shares traded at $5.50, the price …

Martin Siese in pole position to retain Vrengen Gold Cup

May 3, 2023

Martin Siese and his fellow crew are within striking distance of retaining the coveted Vrengen Gold Cup at the 71st Bermuda International Race Week.
The local team posted a phenomenal 2-1-1-1 record i…

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New mural helps to brighten up community centre

May 3, 2023

Local artists joined forces with staff from an insurance company and a government ministry to paint new mural at a Hamilton community centre.
Carlos Santana Dill-Trott designed the mural, which depic…

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Hopkins Begins Chrono 47 Stage Race In France

May 3, 2023

Kaden Hopkins and his Vendee U teammates began competing in the Chrono 47 Stage Race in France. Day one was a team time trial, which saw Hopkins and his teammates finish the 51.5km Course in a time of 20:35, they finished 21 seconds behind the stage winning AVC Aix-en-Provence team. Related Stories Horsfield Concludes Pan […]

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OUTBermuda Launches New Education Bursary

May 3, 2023

OUTBermuda has launched a new annual education bursary, with the $10,00 award to be granted annually. A spokesperson said, “Today, OUTBermuda launched a new annual education bursary. The island’s only LGBTQ+ charity is providing one education bursary, prioritizing financial need, to a member of the LGBTQ+ community in Bermuda attending the Bermuda College or an accredited international […]

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Video: Premier Burt Interviewed At Consensus

May 3, 2023

Premier David Burt was interviewed by Coindesk at the Consensus 2023 event, where he discussed Bermuda’s regulatory approach, the collapse of Bahamas-registered FTX and more. The video’s description says, “Bermuda Premier David Burt joins ‘The Hash’ live from Consensus 2023 to discuss his reaction to the FTX collapse and lessons learned for regulators and investors. […]

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Convex End-To-End Aiming For Sustainability

May 3, 2023

The 36th annual Convex End-to-End has “committed to delivering a sustainable event, building upon years of environmentally focused efforts.” A spokesperson said, “This year’s giveaway bags are canvas and all participants have been encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottle. The event’s water stops will be providing water only, removing all plastic or paper […]

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Golf: Jones Advances To Final Qualifying Round

May 3, 2023

Nicholas Jones has advanced to the final qualifying round of the 123rd US Open Golf Championships. Jones won the 123rd U.S. Open Championship LQR #2 Tournament at the Cold Spring Country Club, in Huntington, New York. Jones shot a round of 4-under par 67 to finish ahead of Reid Howey, and Danny Yustin who finished […]

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Charity offers $10,000 education scholarship

May 3, 2023

A charity that supports the island’s LGBTQ+ community is offering a $10,000 scholarship to help fund a student’s education.
Jameka Smith, an OutBermuda board member, said the bursary – which is offere…

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New strategy improving outcome for breast cancer patients, doctor

May 3, 2023

A new approach to breast cancer treatment is improving outcomes for patients, according to a senior medic.
Chris Fosker, the medical director of the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre, said that wait ti…

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Community Centre Mural Partnership

May 3, 2023

Last week, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Sen. the Hon. Owen K. Darrell, JP, joined Mosaic Insurance and local artists to paint a vibrant mural on the exterior wall of the Sammy Wilson Central Zone Community Centre (SWCZCC).

The outdoor creative project served several purposes; it helped to add vibrancy to the SWCZCC following a recent period of refurbishment; it’s in keeping with the “Public Art on Government Buildings” project; and it provided a way for the Mosaic Insurance team to give back to the community.

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International Invitational Race Week Continues

May 3, 2023

After light winds cancelled the previous day’s racing, the Bermuda International Invitational Race Week 2023 resumed in the Great Sound. The IOD series A saw Bermuda’s Martin Siese as the champion with 6 net points, Peter Wickwire from Canada is in second with 8 net points, and Henry Arnold from Great Britain is in third […]

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Augustus Concludes APGA Tour At Port St. Lucie

May 3, 2023

Daniel Augustus concluded competing on the APGA Tour at the Port St. Lucie Golf Course in Southern Florida. Augustus came off the course after the second and final round of 1-over par 73, 11th at even par, 6 strokes off the winner Kevin Hall. His second round saw him shoot 5 birdies, 8 pars, 4 bogeys, […]

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RBR soldiers complete stress management course

May 3, 2023

Soldiers in the Royal Bermuda Regiment will have direct access to people trained in crisis intervention techniques after five senior staff took part in a stress management course.
The senior staff co…

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LGBTQ+ Insurance Network To Host Event

May 3, 2023

Link Bermuda – the LGBTQ+ Insurance Network — will host an event on May 17th to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia [IDAHOBIT]. A spokesperson said, “May 17th marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia [IDAHOBIT], commemorating the declassification of homosexuality as a mental disorder by the World Health Organization in […]

RenRe returns to Q1 profit

May 3, 2023

Bermudian-based RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd has rebounded spectacularly year-over-year, reporting first quarter net income available to common shareholders of $564.1 million.
That compares with a net l…

Marina Nights return to Hamilton Princess

May 3, 2023

The popular Marina Nights return on Friday at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club with a Cinco De Mayo opening party.
The event will run from 5pm until 10pm outdoors, featuring a reimagined drink menu,…

Inver Re appoints senior staff

May 3, 2023

Inver Re, the Bermudian-based global reinsurance broking arm of The Ardonagh Group, has made two key hires according to reports.
The organisation has appointed Gareth Davies as chairman of parametrics…

Agam Capital creates new Bermuda reinsurance platform

May 3, 2023

Agam Capital, an analytics driven company that partners with insurance companies to provide strategic solutions, has created a reinsurance platform in Bermuda.
Agam has leveraged the Incorporated Segr…

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RBR Trains To Better Support Soldiers In Crisis

May 3, 2023

Soldiers in the Royal Bermuda Regiment will have direct access to people trained in crisis intervention techniques after five senior staff completed a course on Critical Incident Stress Management. The RBR took part in the programme for the first time so that it is “better equipped to support members who experience shock or trauma.” Captain […]

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Photos: New Mural On Community Centre Wall

May 3, 2023

Last week, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell joined Mosaic Insurance and local artists to paint a vibrant mural on the exterior wall of the Sammy Wilson Central Zone Community Centre [SWCZCC]. A Government spokesperson said, “The outdoor creative project served several purposes; it helped to add vibrancy to the SWCZCC following […]

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Somersfield Students At GCIMUN In New York

May 3, 2023

Somersfield Academy students recently took part in the Global Classrooms International Model United Nations [GCIMUN] Conference in New York. A spokesperson said, “A Somersfield Academy delegation of M4 and DP1 students flew to New York over the weekend to participate in the Global Classrooms International Model United Nations Conference. Over 1,000 students participated from 37 schools […]

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‘Effective Conservation Of Sea Turtle Species’

May 3, 2023

The Sargasso Sea Commission and Inter-American Sea Turtle Convention signed an MOU aimed at “more effective conservation of sea turtle species and the habitats that they utilize.” A spokesperson said, “During the Inter-American Sea Turtle Convention [IAC] 16th Consultative Committee of Experts Meeting, Dr. David Freestone, Executive Secretary of the Sargasso Sea Commission, and Verónica […]

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Fundraising Experts Present To AFP Bermuda

May 3, 2023

On Friday, April 28, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Bermuda [AFP Bermuda] welcomed two fundraising experts from CCS Fundraising—Natalie Skinner and Kris Kuhns —to the Red Cross for a special presentation. A spokesperson said, “Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Honourable Tinee Furbert JP, MP and 23 local fundraising professionals and non-profit board members […]

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Man in court on charges against a woman and a girl

May 3, 2023

A 33-year-old man was today charged in Magistrates’ Court with trespassing on a Pembroke residence and attempting to harm the female resident with a knife.
The Pembroke man, who cannot be identified …

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Police see big rise in number of DUI arrests

May 3, 2023

Police are urging motorists to drive responsibly for their own safety and that of other road users, following the release of the latest traffic offence statistics.
Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell made…

Nick Jones one round away from competing in US Open

May 3, 2023

Nick Jones is on “top of the world” after reaching the final stage of qualifying for the 123rd US Open Championship.
The Port Royal Golf Course teaching professional shot a bogey-free, four- under 67 …

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471 Traffic Tickets Issued In April 2023

May 3, 2023

“During the month of April 2023, 471 traffic tickets were issued, up from 468 in the previous reporting period,” the police said today. Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell, Tactical Operations Division, said, “Operation Vega remains a priority for the Bermuda Police Service. However, while enforcement has a role to play in helping to reduce harm on […]

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Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin Golf Tournament

May 3, 2023

The Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin Golf Tournament was held recently as part of Black Golfers Week. A spokesperson said, “As a result of tremendous demand for participation in the events of the Bermuda Celebrity Golf Week – The Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin Golf Tournament was oversubscribed. “We staged a separate afternoon tournament with fabulous prizes […]

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Health Council: Experts In Various Fields

May 3, 2023

In support of their growing regulatory responsibilities, the Health Council has “created an inspectorate of individuals with various areas of expertise” to “make sure that we have the right people in place.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Health Council registers and licenses various health businesses and conducts inspections of facilities, equipment and associated policies and […]

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Sisters To Cycle In Memory Of Late Mother

May 3, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Rennika Denbrook and her sister Ricca Butterfield will join together to cycle the Convex End-to-End on Saturday [May 6] in memory of their late mother, Rochelle Butterfield. Rochelle, who died in a motorcycle accident six years ago aged 48, was a keen participant in the annual charity event, which involves thousands of […]

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Convex End-to-End’s Photo-Sharing Contest

May 3, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Cyclists, runners and walkers in the Convex End-to-End can win $100 prizes by entering a photo-sharing contest. Organisers have challenged participants in the event on Saturday [May 6] to “get creative, have fun, and impress our judges” by posting their best photos. Judging the photos will be local photographers Meredith Andrews […]

Spring Fever Tennis Tournament set to start

May 3, 2023

Some of the island’s brightest young tennis talents will be in action over the next few days in the Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s Spring Fever Tournament.
Being held from Thurday to Sunday at the …

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Warwick Academy Win Primary Super 8′s

May 3, 2023

Twenty-one schools participated in the Primary School Boys Super 8 Cricket Tournament. Warwick Academy made it two wins in two days after they defeated West Pembroke Primary School to join the Warwick Middle School team as BSSF/BCB Super 8 champions. West Pembroke was sent to bat and scored 54 runs in their allotted overs. Asa […]

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Photos: City Unveils Two New Murals

May 3, 2023

The City of Hamilton has unveiled two new murals as part of the 2023 VIVID Public Art in the City initiative. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton officially unveiled two new murals as part of the 2023 VIVID Public Art in the City initiative. To date, the initiative has installed more than 25 murals […]