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Clarien Bank Ltd, one of the largest independent integrated financial services organisations in Bermuda, announced the launch of its new International Equity Fund, a global investment for sustainable development. A spokesperson said, “The International Equity Fund seeks to generate strong financial returns for clients, as Clarien invests not only in companies that contribute to positive […]

The police have now confirmed the death of 50-year-old Robert Charles Andre Simmons, marking the 4th road fatality of the year. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm the island has recorded its fourth road fatality, following that two vehicle road traffic collision which occurred shortly before 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February […]

The 2023 Gnosis Bermuda National Squash Championships got underway at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club in Devonshire. In the men’s draw Noah Browne, Micah Franklin, Anaya Smith, Nick Kyme and Taylor Carrick all advanced with straight sets wins, while Suzanne Rose needed a fourth set to defeat Somers Stevenson 11-3, 11-6, 6-11, 11-7 in […]

Bermuda riders Jyire Mitchell, Zamair Darrell, and Aaron Canonier competed in the 2023 Ricky Carmichael Amateur Supercross in Daytona. Mitchell, competing in the 250 A Road to SX futures class, won the first moto before finishing fourth in the second moto, ending up at fourth overall. Darrell, competing in the 450 B class, finished 14th […]

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] is providing young Bermudians with the opportunity to take part in a maths tutoring programme at CedarBridge Academy. A spokesperson said, “Twelve companies and 23 volunteers are helping with the tutoring programme. The sessions will be held every two weeks until April 26 and the programme is […]

Bermudian model Ramaya Edwards has signed with Henderson Represents Inc, a Los Angeles-based agency. In a post on Instagram accompanied by a video detailing her path to being signed, Ms. Edwards said, “I’m so happy I get to tell this to everyone now and share my level of excitement. I’m officially signed with @hritalent & […]

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], LOM Financial Limited announced no share repurchases for February 2023. LOM Financial is a publicly-held, international financial services company, providing a complete range of investment services and products, with offices in Bermuda, Bahamas, Cayman, and the UK.

Strong headwinds on the back stretch worked against athletes attempting to make the qualifying standard for the Carifta games in the final meet before the team is to be selected, however one athlete did make the standard, with Tajahri Rogers booking a spot when he ran the Under 17 boy’s 3000 meter run in 9:46.34, […]

March 6 saw 500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $2,850.00 BD. 500 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing even at $5.70 per share. The BSX finished at 2,453.69, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 67 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

Women in Reinsurance [WiRe] hosted its inaugural Women’s Day Gala and Lifetime Achievement Award, with the Lifetime Achievement Award  presented to Kathleen Faires. A spokesperson said, “Women in Reinsurance [WiRe], the professional organization for women working in Bermuda’s reinsurance sector, hosted its inaugural Women’s Day Gala and Lifetime Achievement Award on March 3rd. It was a sold-out […]

Oliver Betschart finished in 4th place in the STPGA Prestige Tour Shootout in the Hills in Texas. A spokesperson said, “On the 4th -5th March 2023, Oliver Betschart competed in the 36 hole STPGA Prestige Tour Shootout in the Hills, at Vaaler Creek Golf Club in Blanco Texas. After shooting a first round 74, 2 over par, […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Mar 6] include public notification, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant and acting appointments. Commissioner Selection 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0236/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 06 March 2023 Government Of Bermuda Ministry of Home Affairs Pursuant […]

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:

Following the debate in Parliament on Friday on aspects of the 2023/24 Budget, the OBA released videos of Shadow Minister of Social Development & Seniors Susan Jackson and Shadow Minister of National Security & Health Michael Dunkley commenting on the areas discussed including youth, culture, recreation and national security. Shadow Minister of National Security, Health […]

“Flora Duffy’s name has to be put up right there amongst the giants who have ever raced in any format,” said the introduction of new video featuring Bermuda’s Dame Flora Duffy, with the video also featuring footage of Dame Flora training in Bermuda. Produced by the Professional Triathletes Organisation, the video description said,  “Dame Flora Duffy […]

Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided an update on the Salvation Army Emergency Shelter on North Street in Hamilton. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “In December of last year I, along with the Honourable member from Constituency 4 – the Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Honourable Tinee Furbert […]

Tuesday, March 7 is expected to see bright start, cloud increasing with rain/showers later, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 6.39am and […]

The Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] has issued a Gale Warning valid for late Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday morning and noted that there is “even the potential for small hail/graupel.” In an online post, the Bermuda Weather Service said, “An area of low pressure is forecast to develop to our north tonight into tomorrow. The low […]

Insurers “must find new ways to use the benefits of transformation programmes to position themselves for increased growth and profitability in a period of extreme uncertainty,” PwC said. A spokesperson said, PwC research finds that although re/insurers continue to spend heavily on transformation programmes, they have generally struggled to deliver the intended benefits. For example, the […]

Sixty middle school students gathered at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall at on March 2 to reflect on “the capacity for agency.” A spokesperson said, “Sixty middle school students gathered at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall at 1.30pm on Thursday, March 2. The date marked the anniversary of a spontaneous action […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda boxer Adrian Roach fought twice the same night to win his division at the Leonard “Boston Blackie” Miller/Wellington “Sonny Boy” Rahming Memorial Championships in Nassau, the Bahamas, at the weekend. Roach notched a pair of points victories, defeating the Bahamian national champion in the welterweight final just a few hours […]

In honour of Women’s History Month,  Hamilton Princess & Beach Club curated a special menu of appetizers, entrees, desserts and cocktails at the Crown & Anchor restaurant, and for each menu item purchased this month, $2 of that purchase will be donated to the Women’s Resource Centre. A spokesperson said, “The female Heartists of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club […]

Hundreds of the island’s budding young athletes hit the track as the Skyport Magic Mile event was held this weekend at the Flora Duffy Stadium at the National Sports Centre, with family and friends cheering them on from the stands as they raced on the track. You can view the third set of photos from the event […]