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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Jah-Nhai Perinchief etched his name into the annals of Bermudian sporting history after winning the bronze medal in the triple jump at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Perinchief’s first attempt of 16.92 metres earned him a spot on the podium on the final day of the competition at an atmospheric Alexander Stadium. […] |
| Damacio Hendrickson, A’Ria Philpott-Jackson, Sasha Henderson, Nadia Henderson, and Cyril Whitter represented Aries Sports Center in the Grappling Industries Brazilian Jiu Jitsu [BJJ] competition in Atlantic City. The group took part in their first round robin BJJ event, the second overseas competition for the facility this year having competed in May in the Ontario 2022 […] |
| Four Bermuda sailors concluded competing in the 2022 European optimist Championships, as Noah Amaradasa, Oliver Soares, James Ganal, and Riley Lowe all took to the waters of Sønderborg in Denmark. Two more races were completed to make it eight races in the series thus far, and sailors are allowed to now throw out their worst […] |
| At the Southampton Oval, the Southampton Rangers defeated Warwick Workmen’s Club by 316 runs in the third round of Western County. Warwick Workmen’s Club won the toss and sent the Southampton Rangers to bat, they would score 359/8 in their allotted 50 overs, Tre Manders was the top scorer with 132, he hit 10 fours […] |
| Bermuda’s Jah-Nhai Perinchief made an outstanding showing to win a bronze medal in the triple jump at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham this morning [Aug 7]. He came out with a major leap to start, a distance of 16.92, which earned him the bronze medal and Bermuda’s second medal of these Games. The event has just […] |
| Essent Group Ltd. reported net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 of $231.8 million or $2.16 per diluted share, compared to $159.8 million or $1.42 per diluted share for the quarter ended June 30, 2021. Essent also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per common […] |
| The Board of Directors of Sun Life Financial Inc. announced that a dividend of $0.69 per share on the common shares of the Company has been declared, payable September 29, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 24, 2022. A spokesperson said, “The Board of Directors of Sun Life Financial […] |
| A US actress has travelled to Bermuda courtesy of the hit television show Who Do You Think You Are? The series, which traces the ancestries of celebrity guests, featured Allison Janney, from the critically acclaimed TV show The West Wing, who visited the National Museum of Bermuda to learn about her ancestor, Stephen Hopkins. A […] |
| The Somerset Cricket Club [SCC] held their ‘Marching of the Cup’ event this evening [Aug 6] to celebrate their victory over St George’s Cricket Club in the 2022 Cup Match Classic, with Somerset captain Jordan DeSilva, on horseback carrying the coveted cup, leading the way as enthusiastic Somerset fans followed. For extensive coverage of Cup […] |
| One handover during the team triathlon at the Commonwealth Games was without precedent in the event’s triathlon history — as the only 2-time champion in the world handed over to the only competitor in the world to compete over a 20 year span — and it was the team from Bermuda that claims the distinction. […] |
| The Premier’s Concert was recently held, serving as an “annual showcase of Bermudian talent, featuring musicians, visual artists, poets and dancers who have received sponsorship from the Department of Culture or the Bermuda Arts Council.” The video description noted that that concert featured: Jay III [with Sacha Dill and Antoine Williams] Melanie Eddy Dennajye Paynter […] |
| Cyclist Kaden Hopkins will serve as the Flag Bearer for Bermuda at the 2022 Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony, the Bermuda Olympic Association announced. A spokesperson said, “Yesterday, following a team Bermuda dinner, Chef de Mission, Donna Raynor announced Kaden Hopkins as Flag Bearer for Team Bermuda at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony. After hearing that […] |
| Sunday, August 7 is expected to see becoming mostly sunny after an early shower or two, with the high to be near 31°C/88°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at […] |
| Michael Burgess and Dominique Brown recently competed at the US Capitol Classics/China Open in Washington DC. A spokesperson said, “Following an excellent performance at the Lepercq Memorial in June, 14-year-old Michael Burgess of the Traditional Okinawan School of Karate was invited to attend the US Capitol Classics/China Open in Washington DC with sponsorship of the […] |
| The 220.2-foot long superyacht Neninka recently paid a visit to Bermuda. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 67.1m/220’2″ motor yacht ‘Neninka’ [ex. Aurora Borealis] was built by Amels in the Netherlands at their Vlissingen shipyard. Her interior is styled by British designer design house Winch Design and she was delivered to her owner in […] |
| The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration [NOAA] continue to forecast an “above-normal Atlantic hurricane season,” according to NOAA’s annual mid-season update A spokesperson said, “Atmospheric and oceanic conditions still favor an above-normal 2022 Atlantic hurricane season, according to NOAA’s annual mid-season update issued today by the Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Kaden Hopkins said the Bermuda men’s cycling team hope to “throw a stick in the works” when they compete in the road race at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Hopkins, Conor White, and Nicholas Narraway will team up for the road race, which takes place in Warwick, a market town, 19 miles […] |
| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday August 6th. On Saturday the Adventure of the Seas cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Enchantment of the Seas cruise ship is scheduled […] |
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of July 2022 the company has repurchased 15,457 shares at an average repurchase price of $6.32 per share. These shares have been retained as treasury shares. Related Stories Argus Group Share Repurchases […] |
| August 5 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,382.30, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 65 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available |
| Five outstanding high school students from Bermuda’s private and public schools recently took to the stage to compete in the 21st Annual Alpha Beautillion under the direction of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Epsilon Theta Lambda Chapter, Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “These outstanding young men were nominated to participate in the Alpha Beautillion by […] |
| Malcolm Durrant, President of the Bermuda Senior Golfers’ Society [BSGS], recently presented a cheque for $2,000 to Colleen English De Grilla, Executive Director of the PALS charity. A spokesperson said, “The money was raised from members playing in the Society’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament earlier this year, which marks the 70th anniversary of the founding […] |
| The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] held a Commemorative Stamp unveiling yesterday [Aug 4] in recognition of the St David’s Islanders and Native Community’s 20th Anniversary Pow Wow. “It is critically important that we preserve the traditions and culture of our Native American ancestors, such as the Pow Wow, to remind all of Bermuda of this […] |
| 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: Related […] |
| The high jump portion of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham has concluded, and the record-breaking jump by Bermuda’s Clarence “Nicky” Saunders continues to stand the test of time, remaining unbroken after 32 years. Mr. Saunders – who also made three Olympic appearances for Bermuda – leaped 2.36 metres [7.74ft] at the 1990 Commonwealth Games […] |
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 5] include permanent resident certificate, acting appointments and notice of intended marriages. Permanent Resident’s Certificate – PRC 31ZB Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Permanent Resident Certificate – PRC 31ZB Notice ID: GN0775/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Immigration Publication date: 05 August 2022 Notice is hereby given that application […] |
| Saturday, August 6 is expected to see variable cloud, increased chance of showers by late morning, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at […] |
“It is critically important that we preserve the traditions and culture of our Native American ancestors, such as the Pow Wow, to remind all of Bermuda of this poignant and prominent part of our history,” said the Hon. Wayne Furbert JP, MP at the unveiling of the Post Office’s Commemorative Stamp collection honouring the 20th Anniversary of the St David’s Islanders and Native Community’s Pow Wow.
| The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] held the legends Scholarship Awards on Thursday [Aug 4] at the National Sports Centre. A spokesperson said, “The BFA Legends Scholarship is presented to Bermuda’s brightest football student athletes who embody the spirit of the legends of the game in Bermuda. Five student athletes received a scholarship award during the […] |
| “The Government’s inefficiencies are depriving Bermudians of the fundamental right to freedom of movement as promised in the constitution,” OBA MP Jarion Richardson said in regards to passport processing. Mr Richardson — the Deputy Leader of the OBA and Shadow Minister for Labour & the Cabinet — said, “Has Economy and Labour Minister Jason Hayward […] |
| The Government has issued a marine advisory in advance of the annual Round-the-Island Powerboat Race on Sunday. A Government spokesperson said, “The annual Round-the-Island Powerboat Race will take place on Sunday, 7 August, between 12 – 3:30 p.m. n the interest of marine safety, the following sea channels will be closed to regular maritime traffic during the […] |
| [Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae-DeSilva and Omar Hayward claimed bronze medals at the Veldhoven World Boccia Challenger event in the Netherlands yesterday. Both players reached the semi-finals of their respective categories, the BC1 women’s division and BC1 men’s division. Hayward lost his semi-final against Greece’s Panagiotis Soulanis 5-2 but returned to winning ways in the third-place […] |