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Wednesday, January 25 is expected to see variable cloud cover, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 16°C/61°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 7.17am and sunset will be at […]

The UK government will introduce new passport fees for all applications on February 2nd 2023, according to a statement on the official UK Government website. The UK Government website said, “The government will introduce new passport fees for all applications on 2 February 2023, the first time in 5 years that the cost of applying […]

Two males have been arrested in connection with the “alleged assault of a 17-year-old male” yesterday in Pembroke, the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is investigating the alleged assault of a 17-year-old male, which reportedly took place around 10:20 a.m. yesterday, Monday 23rd January, 2023, on the grounds of the […]

The U.S. Consulate General has launched the next Study With “US” campaign video, spotlighting Bermudian students currently attending U.S. colleges and universities, as well as Bermudian alumni of U.S institutions, with the third video featuring Risa Hunter. A spokesperson said, “The campaign reinforces the longstanding educational exchange ties between the United States and Bermuda and […]

“Bermuda [re]insurers expected improved underwriting performance in 2023 will be driven by accelerating premium rates with a market reset in pricing, terms and conditions, even amid heightened catastrophe losses, inflation and economic uncertainties,” according to Fitch Ratings. A statement from the ratings agency said, “Underwriting performance is poised to improve further this year, as accelerated […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced that between now and Friday, March 3rd, “Frontline Hospitality Ambassadors will receive complimentary admission to the Ocean Discovery Centre at BUEI every Tuesday to Friday from 10.00am to 5.00pm.” A spokesperson said, “Throughout this period, frontline hospitality workers with positions in front and heart of house positions at […]

The Bermuda Hockey Federation [BHF] announced that they have successfully won their bid to host the 2024 Women’s Pan American Challenge. A spokesperson said, “The tournament serves as the qualifier for the 2027 Pan American Games, where the top two teams will advance. The competition is anticipated to take place from September 20th – 28th, […]

Daniel Phillips took part in his first J300 San Jose Tournament of the year in Costa Rica, playing the qualifier of the 58th Coffee Bowl [Copa Del Cafe] 2023. Philips took on Matthias Uwe Kask from Canada, with Phillips falling in a three-setter. The Bermudian tennis player won the first set 6-4, Kask leveled the match […]

Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] and Bermuda College will be hosting an Eco Lunch & Learn presentation on Thursday [Jan 26] from 1.00pm to 2.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The community are invited to attend our first Eco Lunch & Learn presentation of 2023. The presentation is free and no registration is required. On Thursday, January 26th, Dr. Rosemarie […]

Taylor White and her Bentley University women’s swimming and diving teammates secured a win over Pace University at the Dana Center pool. In the women’s 200 yard backstroke, White clocked a winning time of 2:10.80 and she also finished second competing in the women’s 200 yard freestyle touching the wall in a time of 1:58.94.

Mikal Dill and Stephan Dill recently represented the Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls track and field team at the COROS Collegiate Challenge at the JDL Fast Track in Winston-Salem. Mikal finished 12th in the long jump with a jump of 6.33m and 6th in the triple jump with a jump of 13.07m, while Stephan finished […]

Bermuda archers were back in action competing in the indoor season inside the St. George’s Community Center Gymnasium. The Bermuda archers took part in the Belgium 18m shoot, with first place going to Jaydon Roberts with a score of 569/600, Bernard Wade III was second shooting 554/600, third was Robin Selley with a score of […]

HSBC Bermuda today announced the introduction of Digital Secure Key for their online banking customers. A spokesperson said, “Customers can now benefit from the convenience and environmental friendliness of the Digital Secure Key which can be activated via the latest version of the HSBC Bermuda app, replacing HSBC customers’ plastic physical tokens, currently used to […]

New recruits to the Royal Bermuda Regiment could find themselves patrolling waters by summer as the Coast Guard plans to swell its ranks. Captain Jeffrey Patterson, the Coast Guard Commander, hopes to increase staff numbers to boost the unit’s capabilities and enhance training. Residents are invited to join the Regiment this week ahead of a […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 23] include notice of intended marriages. Maritime Marriage Notice: Jean Kelly & John Farnsworth Notice Type: Legal Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Intended Marriage [Maritime] Notice ID: LN0027/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 23 January 2023 The Maritime Marriage Act, 1999 Notice of Intended Marriage […]

The Bermuda Karting Club season continued with some high-speed action at the Southside Motor Sports Park Track. In the tag junior class, Jonah Moniz took the checkered flag in all three races. Stephen Corrado, won two of the three races in the tag senior class, with Jayden Brimmer winning the other. The shifter stock saw […]

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:

Tuesday, January 24 is expected to see early cloud, chance of a shower or 2, becoming brighter later, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will […]

“I’ve listened to their concerns” and “instead of proceeding with the latest RFP on the 18 parklands in question – all concessionaires currently in place will be offered a three year renewal,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. A Government spokesperson said, “In accordance with the Procurement Code of Practice, the Minister has decided […]

Butterfield announced that the 2023 Bermuda Undergraduate Scholarship is open to applications. A spokesperson said, “Now in its 45th year, the scholarship is awarded annually to outstanding students in honour of the bank’s late Chairman, Sir Harry D. Butterfield. The scholarship is worth $30,000 and can be maintained for up to four years of full-time undergraduate […]

On World Cancer Day, on Saturday, February 4th, Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre is “encouraging the community to pause and reflect on this disease that is the second leading cause of death worldwide.” A spokesperson said, “Closer to home, each year in Bermuda over 300 people are diagnosed with cancer, and over 80 people die […]

Conyers announced the appointment of Director Marcello Ausenda as Head of Bermuda Corporate Practice, as of 1 January 2023. He takes over from Director Charles Collis, who will continue in his role as head of the Bermuda Insurance and Reinsurance Practice. “I would like to congratulate Marcello on his promotion to Head of Bermuda Corporate […]

[Written by Carla Seely] Whether you’re moving your existing business to Bermuda or starting up a new organization, you’ll have some corporate responsibilities. One of these requirements will be to establish a pension plan for yourself and your employees. Effective January 1, 2000, a mandatory pension system was established in Bermuda requiring organizations based in […]

The Bermuda Health Council [Health Council] said they are “working with stakeholders to expand access to critical medicines” and “obtaining essential data from pharmacies and wholesalers on medication use and pricing will improve access to medications to all community members regardless of their economic situation.” Bermuda Health Council CEO Dr. Ricky Brathwaite said,  “We eventually want […]

Talented local musicians can promote themselves and the dates of when and where they perform on a free listing website. Tony Brannon, a local entertainer who runs the Bermuda Entertainment website, has called for musicians to update their details, biographies and promotional photographs and for concert promoters and venues to send in their schedule of […]