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PwC Donates $60,000 To Turkey And Syria

March 2, 2023

PwC firms in the Caribbean and Bermuda have donated US$60,000 to help victims of last month’s earthquake disaster in Turkey and Syria. A spokesperson said, “Through the PwC Global Office for Humanitarian Affairs and local NGO partners, the donation will be directed to enable rebuilding efforts in Turkey and Syria. The funds were raised through personal […]

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Police: Help Locate 83-Year-Old Beverly Masters

March 2, 2023

The police are seeking the assistance of the public in locating 83-year-old Beverly Masters. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the assistance of the public in locating 83-year-old Bermudian national, Beverly Masters. “Ms. Masters is approximately 5’ 3” in height, weighing around 125lbs, thin build with grey shoulder length hair, parted […]

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Change To Covid-19 Vaccine Certificate Method

March 2, 2023

The Ministry of Health advised that the “Covid-19 vaccine certificate will no longer be available on the gov.bm portal after March 31 2023, as the ResQwest Pandemic Administration System is going offline.” A Government spokesperson said, “All vaccine information in ResQwest will be migrated to the Department of Health’s immunisation database, the electronic immunisation registry […]

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Police appeal for help to find missing senior

March 2, 2023

Police have asked the public for help finding a missing senior.
A police spokesman said that Beverly Masters, 83, was last seen at 10am today near Wellington Back Road in St George’s.
“Ms Masters is a…

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Motorists faced stream of water after pipe burst

March 2, 2023

Drivers and riders faced a stream of water on South Road in Paget this morning after a pipe apparently burst.
An area between White Sands Road and the Paget traffic lights was affected.
Footage from t…

Dame Flora Duffy opts out of WTCS season opener in Abu Dhabi

March 2, 2023

Defending champion Dame Flora Duffy has decided to delay the start of her campaign after opting out of the World Triathlon Series Championship opener in Abu Dhabi on Friday.
The series commences at th…

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‘Gombey Unity Link Up’ Event Set For Saturday

March 2, 2023

Bermudian culture will be on full display this weekend as all the Gombey troupes in Bermuda are set to take part in the ‘Gombey Unity Link Up’ on Saturday [March 4] evening, with the celebration set to begin at Bulls Head Car Park at 7.00pm. The Bermuda Gombey Council’s event poster states “all Gombey groups in Bermuda […]

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Minister says healthcare workers have experienced burnout since Covid pandemic

March 2, 2023

A pilot training scheme to support nurses in Bermuda is helping to offset the effects on the island of a global shortage in the field, the Minister of Health said yesterday.
Kim Wilson told the House …

Live: 2pm press conference with labour and economy minister

March 2, 2023

The Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, is to hold a press conference at 2pm on Bermuda’s third quarter 2022 economic performance. We will have live coverage.

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MSA Rotary Interact Club Busy In Community

March 2, 2023

Mount Saint Agnes Academy’s Rotary Interact Club has released a report covering their recent activities, including gifts being presented to seniors at several rest homes. Club co-president Chrishanté Dill said, “On November 17, 2022, we had our first Rotary Interact Club meeting with Mrs. Moench, Mrs. Foggo, and Mrs. Richardson, our advisors. During this meeting, […]

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Ne-Jai Tucker Scores In Burnley U21 Victory

March 2, 2023

Bermuda’s Ne-Jai Tucker scored for the Burnley Football Club U21 team as they played to a 3-2 victory over Hull City. The club’s match report said, “Seb Thompson’s last-minute winner earned Burnley’s U21 side a 3-2 win at Hull City in Professional Development League action, twice coming from behind on a cold night in North […]

LCCA receives $9,000 boost from Catalina Re

March 2, 2023

Catalina Re’s environmental, social and governance committee this week recognised the work of the Lady Cubitt Compassionate Association with a $9,000 donation.
LCCA vice chair Peter Hebberd was “most …

Audio guestbook service helps to create lasting memories

March 2, 2023

A new audio guestbook service is available to book on-island for the first time.
Party Line BDA offers a retro telephone — in Bermudian pink — which allows guests to record messages at special event…

SRS enters partnership with Integrum

March 2, 2023

Strategic Risk Solutions, the independent insurance company manager with an operation in Bermuda, has partnered with — and received investment from — Integrum Holdings LP.
SRS said the partnership w…

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One Communications Donates To Eliza DoLittle

March 2, 2023

One Communications employees held a food drive to donate a large amount of non-perishable items to Eliza DoLittle Bermuda, a local charity that supports individuals and families in need. In addition to this recent donation, One Communications has pledged to focus on initiatives around food security in Bermuda throughout the year. In January, the company […]

SiriusPoint to transfer $1.3 billion loss portfolio to Compre

March 2, 2023

Two Bermudian-headquartered organisations have signed an agreement for a ground-up loss portfolio transfer on a diversified portfolio of primarily reinsurance business.
The agreement between SiriusPoi…

24 Exchange sets February trading record

March 2, 2023

24 Exchange, the multi-asset trading platform, set a record for average daily FX NDF (foreign exchange non-deliverable forward) trading volume in February, the organisation announced.
The company said…

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Residents Reminded to Not Include Faeces in Household Garbage

March 2, 2023

“I implore members of the public to cease and desist,” said Minister of Public Works, Lt. Col. the Hon. David A. Burch, OBE (Mil), ED, JP, MP, as the Ministry reminds the public that including faeces in household trash is prohibited.

Under no circumstances should any animal or human faeces ever be included in household trash put out for collection by the Waste Management Section.

Including faeces in household waste presents a significant health risk to both Waste Collectors and the public at large should a waste bag become torn or damaged.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Programme Transition

March 2, 2023

The Ministry of Health advises that the COVID-19 vaccine certificate will no longer be available on the gov.bm portal after March 31 2023, as the ResQwest Pandemic Administration System is going offline. All vaccine information in ResQwest will be migrated to the Department of Health’s immunisation database, the electronic immunisation registry (EIR).

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Celebrities To Take Part In Bermuda Golf Event

March 2, 2023

Anthony Anderson, Damar Hamlin, Sugar Ray Leonard, Bosan, Metta Worldpeace, Bo Jackson, Warren Sapp, Lawrence Taylor, Terrell Owens, Santonio Holmes and Gary Payton are among the celebrities scheduled to take part in the inaugural Bermuda Celebrity Golf Invitational. “Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] announces the inaugural Bermuda Celebrity Golf Invitational from April 26th to May 1st […]

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Bermuda Defeat Curacao In Junior Davis Cup

March 2, 2023

The Junior Davis Cup Pre-Qualifying Tournament for the Caribbean and Central American Region continued with the Bermuda team defeating Curacao 3 – 0. After three matches in the tournament, Bermuda are 1 & 2. Zach McGuire started the singles picking up a win in straight sets 6-4, 6-2 against Giovanni Jansen in a match that […]

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Daily Male’s second health clinic set for East End

March 2, 2023

After a successful launch, the Daily Male Men’s Health Clinic is set to return this weekend offering free health services to older men in the East End.
Organisers said they hoped the clinic, to be hel…

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Weeks: ‘this government cares about their social welfare’

March 2, 2023

The Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, last night gave a brief outline of his ministry’s budget to defend against claims of indifference towards antisocial behaviour.
Mr Weeks ended the Hou…

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Live Video: OBA MPs Dunkley & Jackson

March 2, 2023

Shadow Minister of National Security & Health Michael Dunkley and Shadow Minister of Social Development & Seniors Susan Jackson are holding a joint press conference this morning [March 2] regarding the 2023/24 Budget. You can watch the live video below and view all our coverage of the 2023 Budget here.

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Music Video: Ki-Juan Minors Releases “Hold On”

March 2, 2023

Bermudian Ki-Juan Minors released his new song and music video titled ‘Hold On’ on YouTube this past month, with the video garnering more than 2,000 views since its release. Mr Minors has no shortage of talent, being both a skilled equestrian who has represented Bermuda internationally and a very talented singer. The video’s description says, “Official Video for “Hold […]

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Two More Teams To Compete In Boston Festival

March 2, 2023

The Bermuda Volleyball Association’s Junior National Program will be another two teams to compete in the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival this weekend. A spokesperson said, “The Paradise Hitters [girls U18] and the Big Wave Riders [boys U17] will compete in this three-day, USA Volleyball sanctioned event, which has 591 teams currently registered. The tournament will […]

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Carnival Corp: $2.1B Revolving Credit Facility

March 2, 2023

Carnival Corporation & plc announced that it has “successfully arranged a new forward starting $2.1 billion multi-currency revolving credit facility.” A spokesperson said, “The New Revolver will replace Carnival Corporation’s existing multi-currency revolving credit facility [the “Existing Revolver”] upon its maturity in August 2024. The New Revolver was issued by the Carnival Corporation’s subsidiary Carnival […]

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Ball Hockey: Positive Image & Mosher Win

March 2, 2023

A total of 16 goals were scored in a Bermuda Ball Hockey double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink, with one match needing a shootout, while the other was decided by one goal in regulation. Positive Image Dental 4 Appleby 3 In the opener, Positive Image Dental needed a shoot-out goal to edge Appleby 4 – […]

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New Tech Company ‘H2 Group’ Launches

March 2, 2023

H2 Group, a “Bermuda-based technology company specialized in developing bespoke solutions for the insurance industry,” has announced its official launch. A spokesperson said, “The Company’s initial focus will be on the ILS space, leaving room for further expansion into other verticals of the insurance industry. “With a strong service-oriented philosophy, H2 Group is committed to […]

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Magic Mile To Go From ‘Strength To Strength’

March 2, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Aaron Adderley, the president of Skyport, sponsors of the Skyport Magic Mile, envisages the annual community race going from “strength to strength” in the coming years. Skyport came on board as the new lead sponsor of the popular junior race, formerly the Telford Electric Magic Mile, in 2019, ensuring the preservation of […]

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Adidas & END. Release ‘Bermuda’ Shoes

March 2, 2023

In a collaboration with END., Adidas has produced a pair of shoes named after Bermuda. Named “END. X Adidas Bermuda,” a pair costs $115 in “Team Yellow & Gum” colour and is available on the END. website. The END. website says, “Capturing its modernist vision through the lens of sporting footwear, the duo revisits the […]

Davis Cup team round off group phase with thumping 3-0 win

March 1, 2023

Bermuda’s Davis Cup team did exactly what they said they were going to after beating Curacao in their final match in Group E on Wednesday.
After narrow losses against Dominican Republic and Costa Rica…

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February 2023: Top 10 Bernews Instagram Photos

March 1, 2023

During February 2023, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included the seal, the Daddy Daughter Royal Ball event, the launch of NOVA Mas International Carnival costumes, the renderings of Morgan’s Point, One and a Half Bags, P.A.L.S walk, the launch of the Code Red BDA 2.0 Carnival costumes, the breaking […]

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Policy Being Created For ‘Revenge Porn’ Offences

March 1, 2023

A specific policy for the prosecution of ‘revenge porn’ offences is being created by the Director of Public Prosecutions, Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons said in the House of Assembly today [March 1]. The Attorney-General said. “Following concerns raised by campaigners and Parliamentarians about behaviour known as “Revenge Pornography”, the Government created a new criminal offence to ensure […]

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Photos, Video, 360, Review: Up D’ Country Art

March 1, 2023

[Written by Dale Butler] Bermuda is currently awash with many exciting activities. I am glad to say: I enjoyed meeting Dan and Claudia Zanes and entertaining them at Rosalie Gardens after they were showcased by the Bermuda Festival for the Performing Arts The Bermuda Tourism Authority’s Restaurant Weeks have been a grand success based on […]

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Catalina Re’s ESG Donates To LCCA Charity

March 1, 2023

Catalina Re’s Environmental, Social and Governance [ESG] Committee recently donated to the Lady Cubitt Compassionate Association [LCCA]. Catalina Re’s ESG Committee Chair and Treasury Manager Tina Rego said, “In recognizing the positive impact that the LCCA has had in our community during the past 90 years, Catalina is highly supportive of making a meaningful contribution […]

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March Is Problem Gambling Awareness Month

March 1, 2023

The Problem Gaming Council said they “join other global responsible gaming organisations in dedicating March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month [PGAM]. A spokesperson said, “2023 marks the 20th anniversary of Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Problem gambling is defined as all gambling behaviour patterns that compromise, disrupt or damage personal, family or vocational pursuits. Current data supports […]

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Active Covid-19 cases now 16, latest figures show

March 1, 2023

Bermuda has recorded 15 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of active cases to 16, according to the latest Government update.
The latest figures show that six people have recovered and on…

Digicel creditors agree to debt for equity swap

March 1, 2023

A group of creditors of embattled telecommunications provider Digicel has agreed in principle to cancel up to $1.8 billion in debt in return for equity in the Bermuda-registered business.
Should the …

Butterfield edges down on the NYSE

March 1, 2023

The Royal Gazette/BSX Index continued a nine-day streak of no change, finishing on Wednesday at 2,533.66.
Meanwhile the Bank of N T Butterfield & Son Ltd closed down ten cents (0.28 per cent) to $…

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Burch urges residents not to put faeces in garbage

March 1, 2023

The public have been urged to stop putting faeces out in their household waste after a worker was “spattered by faeces” while collecting trash on Serpentine Road.
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch, the M…

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Weather Forecast For Thursday March 2

March 1, 2023

Thursday, March 2 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, then increasing cloud cover overnight, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will be at 6.45am […]

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Annual tribute held to US naval officer, midshipman Dale

March 1, 2023

A charity held its annual tribute over the weekend to a US Navy sailor who died as a prisoner in Bermuda during the War of 1812.
Members of the Bermuda Island Pipe Band led a procession from King’s S…

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Police in plea to motorists to inspect helmets and replace them if damaged

March 1, 2023

Police are urging motorists to inspect their helmets and replace them if they are damaged.
It comes as the Bermuda Police Service said reports of traffic infractions fell in February as Operation Vega…

Bermuda insurer Fidelis plans IPO

March 1, 2023

Fidelis Insurance Holdings Ltd, the Bermuda-based international insurer, today announced it had submitted a draft registration statement for an initial public offering with the US Securities and Excha…

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358 Traffic Tickets Issued In February 2023

March 1, 2023

“During the month of February 2023, 358 traffic tickets were issued, down from 490 in the previous reporting period,” the police said today. Acting Superintendent Robert Cardwell, Tactical Operations Division said, “For the month of February 2023, recorded traffic infractions were down in all categories when compared to January 2023. The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] […]

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Somersfield Students To Showcase Projects

March 1, 2023

Somersfield Academy will be showcasing their M5 Personal Projects at Somersfield Academy Gymnasium on Thursday [March 2] from 6.00pm to 8.00pm featuring their ideas through inquiry, action, and reflection. A spokesperson said, “With our school’s vision and values in mind, we are showcasing our student’s ideas on a global level and have linked each of […]

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NMB Launches Ambassador Programme

March 1, 2023

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] has launched a new education programme for adult lifelong learners: the NMB Ambassador programme. A spokesperson said, “Free of charge and open to anyone living in Bermuda, the programme will consist of four interactive, in-person workshops [in March and April 2023] at the Museum. The programme will explore the […]

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Fidelis Submits Draft Registration Statement

March 1, 2023

Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited announced “that it has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form F-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to the proposed initial public offering of its common shares.” A spokesperson said, “The number of common shares to be offered and the price range for the proposed offering have not […]

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Govt: ‘Do Not Include Faeces In Garbage’

March 1, 2023

“I implore members of the public to cease and desist,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch as the Ministry “reminds the public that including faeces in household trash is prohibited.” A Government spokesperson said, “Under no circumstances should any animal or human faeces ever be included in household trash put out for collection […]