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Bermuda to host 2024 ICC T20 World Cup Region Finals

November 30, 2022

Bermuda’s bid to qualify for the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup received a geographical boost on Wednesday after the island was announced as the hosts for the finals of the Americas Region Qualifier.
Arnold M…

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‘Vital institution’ providing education for adults reopens

November 30, 2022

A “vital community institution“ providing education for adults that shut down last year has reopened, with a new management team on board.
The Adult Education School closed at the end of the 2021 acad…

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Hospital going green to promote mental wellbeing

November 30, 2022

A wing of the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital will be lit up in green from tomorrow in an effort to promote positive mental wellbeing.
Preston Swan, vice president of clinical operations at the Mid-…

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Minister Roban Shares Plans to Protect Our Environment and Grow the Economy at Youth Climate Summit

November 30, 2022

“I’m passionate about protecting our environment and committed to implementing plans and initiatives that encourage the growth and development of our economy and green initiatives,” said Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban, JP, MP, at the recent Youth Climate Summit held at B.U.E.I.

Now in its second year, the summit is a weeklong event held in November and open to students aged 13 to 22. It allows participants to hear from and speak with local and global experts, leaders, and activists in environmental conservation, sustainability, and climate justice.

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Phillips Competes In J1 Bradenton In Florida

November 30, 2022

Daniel Phillips took to the court for the singles and doubles main draw of the J1 Bradenton Tennis Tournament in Florida. In his first round singles match, Phillips took on Aleksa Pisaric from Serbia, who is ranked the 81st junior in the world, and Phillips fell in straight sets 6-3, 6-1. In the doubles, Phillips teamed […]

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Action group calls for halt to incinerator and demands proper regulation for biowaste

November 30, 2022

Residents in St David’s have called on the Government to halt the development of a proposed medical waste facility in Southside and order an independent environmental impact assessment.
Terlena Murphy…

AM Best maintains stable rating on global reinsurance

November 30, 2022

Amid highly uncertain market conditions, rating agency AM Best said it is maintaining a stable outlook on the global reinsurance industry, as there are counterbalancing positive and negative factors.
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Tunisia surprise France reserves but still fail to qualify

November 30, 2022

AL RAYYAN (Reuters) – An invigorated Tunisia claimed a famous victory over a French team made up mostly of back-up players on Wednesday but their 1-0 win over the reigning champions was not enough for…

Australia goes crazy as Socceroos beat Denmark to progress in World Cup

November 30, 2022

AL WAKRAH, Qatar, Nov 30 – Australia reached the World Cup last 16 for the first time since 2006 after Mathew Leckie earned them a gritty 1-0 upset win over Denmark in their final Group D match on Wed…

Teenager Oliver Betschart clinches historic Port Royal Championship title

November 30, 2022

Teenage golf prodigy Oliver Betschart underlined his potential after becoming the youngest player to win the Port Royal Golf Club Championship at the weekend.
The fourteen-year-old won the 36-hole eve…

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A little love is helping to make Bermuda better

November 30, 2022

It was formed as a way to make Bermuda better, to try and address different inequalities as well as environmental issues. Fiona McWhirter spoke to Bermuda is Love members to see how the group has …

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Roban tells young people he is ‘passionate’ about environment

November 30, 2022

The Minister of Home Affairs has trumpeted the Government’s green credentials, claiming that policies are being pushed through to protect the environment on land, sea and air.
Walter Roban told attend…

Young tennis star Amira El Karfa ‘excited and proud’ to win maiden title in England

November 30, 2022

Amira El Karfa has reaped the benefits of hard work after savouring her first success as she now competes on English soil.
The Bermudian won the under-14 girls singles title in a Grade 5 tournament ho…

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Live Video: Concerned Citizens Press Conference

November 30, 2022

The Concerned Citizens Group is holding a press conference this morning [Nov 30] in St David’s, and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories PAHO: Impact Of Climate Change On Health Seawater Monitoring Results Are ‘Encouraging’ Refrigerant Handlers Meetings Postponed Health Advisory: Ciguatera Fish […]

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‘Toys For Tots’ Christmas Initiative Launched

November 30, 2022

HSBC Bermuda and the Coalition for the Protection of Children are joining forces for the fifth consecutive year to celebrate 20 years of giving over the holidays through the ‘Toys for Tots’ initiative. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of this community-event milestone, the charity has set a goal of 2,000 donations for the 2022 appeal. […]

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Cole Simons in UK for British Overseas Territories Forum

November 30, 2022

Cole Simons, the Leader of the Opposition, is in London this week at the British Overseas Territories Forum.
Mr Simons attended to discuss common global challenges as well as unique individual legisla…

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Police officer pleads guilty to intruding on privacy of a female

November 30, 2022

A police officer will be sentenced in January after pleading guilty to a charge of intruding on the privacy of a female.
Sean Simons admitted the crime after prosecutors withdrew a second, more seriou…

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Murder in paradise: call to get gang members to help youth

November 30, 2022

A programme where young people could visit seasoned gang members who would try to draw them away from antisocial behaviour was among suggestions made at a talk last night.
Presenters also highlighted …

World Cup viewer’s guide: Messi tries to avoid elimination on must-win Wednesday

November 30, 2022

DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Two of the best players on the planet go head-to-head when Lionel Messi of Argentina and Robert Lewandowski of Poland meet with World Cup implications in what is likely Messi’s fina…

Makin’ Waves’ Christmas at Cup Match

November 30, 2022

Retailers threatened by the rise of e-commerce need the Christmas holiday shopping season more and more to rescue their financial year.
Increasingly, they have welcomed the added feature of the Black …

Entrepreneurs feted at BEDC Business Awards

November 30, 2022

Bermuda’s entrepreneurial community has been celebrated at the annual BEDC Business Awards.
Presented by the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation, more than 100 people attended the ceremony hosted…

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade out to enhance Paralympic Games dream at Boccia World Championships

November 30, 2022

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade is excited to be representing Bermuda at the Boccia World Championships as she prepares to fly out to Rio de Janiero.
As the island marks the United Nations’ International Day o…

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Nov 29 2022

November 29, 2022

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 29] include contracts valued $50,000 or more, notification of planning applications registered, notice of intended domestic partnership, notice of intended marriage and acting appointments. PATI Judicial Department Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN1112/2022 Public Authorities / Department: The […]

Saltus Grammar remains unbeaten to win Middle School girls Volleyball Tournament

November 29, 2022

Saltus Grammar School went undefeated to win the Bermuda School sports Federation Middle School Volleyball tournament.
The girls in red defeated Warwick Academy 25-23 in a see-saw final which feature…

Rashford and Foden respond to call-ups with goals as England advances

November 29, 2022

Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden both scored today to put England into the last 16 of the World Cup with a 3-0 victory over Wales.
England coach Gareth Southgate opted to add both players in the starti…

Pulisic goal advances US in World Cup with 1-0 win over Iran

November 29, 2022

Christian Pulisic scored while crashing headfirst into the goalkeeper in the 38th minute and the United States advanced to the knockout round of the World Cup with a 1-0 win over Iran today in a polit…

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BPS Clarifies Statement On Illegal Tint Penalty

November 29, 2022

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they wish “to correct a recent statement which indicated that with the introduction the “Garages Licensing Act 2022”, the penalty for illegal tint on motor vehicle also increased from $50 per window, to $500 per window.” A police spokesperson said, “The increased fine for the offence was in fact […]

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Amira El Karfa Wins Tennis Tournament In UK

November 29, 2022

Amira El Karfa — who was ranked #1 in the U12 Girls before leaving Bermuda in 2019 and now resides in Manchester, UK — recently won her first tennis tournament in England. She played in a U14 girls Grade 5 tournament at Cheadle Kingsway Tennis Club; in the quarterfinals she defeated Danielle Dwase 4-0, 4-0; […]

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Pier 6 revamp ‘turned pretty much into a rebuild’ says Mayor at centre’s roof wetting

November 29, 2022

A labour of love for a popular Hamilton venue came to a close today with a celebratory roof-wetting ceremony for the new Pier 6 complex on Front Street.
Charles Gosling, the Mayor of Hamilton, told th…

Bank stocks climb $1.15 on the NYSE

November 29, 2022

The RG/BSX Index rose 9.54 points (0.41 per cent) to 2,360.34, driven by the only active issue on the Bermuda Stock Exchange for the day.
Argus Group Holdings Ltd., rose 40 cents (7.9 per cent) to $5….

Mountain biker Robin Horsfield to host clinic on island

November 29, 2022

Bermuda Mountain Bike Champion Robin Horsfield will soon host a three-day clinic on island sponsored by the Fat Tire Massive.
While in his offseason from competing domestically in Canada, Horsfield w…

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W.O.M.B. Market To Feature 40 Local Vendors

November 29, 2022

W.O.M.B. [Women who Own and Manage Businesses] is getting set to host ‘Women-Owned Wednesday’ tomorrow [Nov 30] in order “to support some of the female-owned businesses in Bermuda” with 40 local vendors involved. A spokesperson said, “The holiday shopping season is now in full swing, with Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and e-Monday initially showing […]

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Road Traffic Notice: St George’s Swing Bridge

November 29, 2022

The Ministry of Public Works advised “that a condition assessment and load rating will be carried out on Swing Bridge.” A Government spokesperson said, “In preparation for the condition assessment fieldwork, scaffolding will be erected around the bridge, starting on December 5th, 2022. It is anticipated that the scaffolding installation works will be completed by […]

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Fresh Breath Dental Holds Community Day

November 29, 2022

Fresh Breath Dental held a community day for the sixth year in a row on Friday, November 25, offering free extractions to the community. A spokesperson said, “Fresh Breath Dental was pleased to host another community day for the sixth year in a row on Friday, November 25, 2022, offering free extractions to the community. […]

Peter Kiernan to help Conduit Re grow property treaty business

November 29, 2022

Conduit Re, the Class of 2020 Bermudian-based pure play treaty reinsurer, has appointed Peter Kiernan as head of property underwriting.
Mr Kiernan, currently in the role of head of US property with Ax…

Cross Tower launches ESG crypto fund

November 29, 2022

CrossTower, the global crypto currency trading platform with an office in Bermuda, has agreed to acquire Bequant, a leading prime brokerage and digital asset exchange, for an undisclosed amount.
The o…

DeNexus expands European offering with senior hire

November 29, 2022

Cyber-risk modelling company DeNexus has hired Víctor Manuel Aguilar Gutiérrez to increase its reach in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
DeNexus, a California-based company with a new office in Ber…

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Hurricane season ends with Bermuda escaping major impact

November 29, 2022

The 2022 hurricane season will end tomorrow with Bermuda having escaped any major impacts — despite a few close calls.
Over the course of the season, the Atlantic recorded 14 named storms, including e…

Bermuda to host Atlantic International Junior Championship Alumni Tournament

November 29, 2022

Bermuda is set to host the Atlantic International Junior Championship Alumni Tournament next summer.
The 54-hole event will showcase players who honed their skills competing on the former Atlantic Int…

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Ministry Seeks Public Opinion of Electric Buses

November 29, 2022

“The Ministry of Transport is committed to building a sustainable and fully electric transportation infrastructure that is safe for the environment,” said the Minister of Transport, the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP.