GAFG closes on Asian reinsurance contracts
Global Atlantic Financial Group, the financial services company, has announced its second reinsurance transaction in Asia, signing an asset-intensive flow reinsurance transaction with a leading Singap…
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Mosaic Insurance Appoints Foulger & Dias
| Mosaic Insurance has appointed Caroline Foulger as its Board Chair effective immediately, and also welcomed Alexander Dias, CEO and Managing Director of Angel Island Capital [AIC], to its Board of Directors. “Caroline’s well-recognized reputation and global experience across our industry make her an ideal choice for this role,” said Mitch Blaser, Co-CEO of Mosaic. “We […]
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Four Triathletes Compete In Alcatraz Triathlon
| Four Bermuda triathletes — Sharon Hammond, Caroline Black, Frances Betts, and Jennifer Lightbourne — competed in the Escape From Alcatraz Triathlon in California. Hammond finished 323rd overall and third in the female 50 – 54 age group division with a time of 3:05:29. Hammond came out of the water in a time of 35:54, completed the […]
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Football Under 23: BAA & PHC Zebras Win
| The Bermuda Football Association’s Under 23 League Season resumed at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence Field with a double header that produced 6 goals on the night. BAA 2 Dandy Town Hornets 1 In the opener BAA edged the Dandy Town Hornets 2 – 1, Hunter Outerbridge gave BAA the lead in the 23rd […]
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Elijah Daley Wins Silver Medal In Championships
| Elijah Daley concluded competing in the 2022 Age Group International Long Course Championships hosted by Etobicoke Swim Club in Canada, earning a silver medal. On day three, Daley, representing the host club, recorded two more personal best times. During the 50m butterfly preliminaries, Daley finished second by touching the wall in a time of 26.76. […]
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Bermuda insurers provide $1.1bn to new coal projects, report alleges
As many insurers withdraw their coal coverage owing to environmental concerns, insurers in Bermuda are filling the breech, says a new environmental report.
The report Exposed The Coal Insurers of Last…
The report Exposed The Coal Insurers of Last…
New leadership at BHRA
The Bermuda Human Resource Association announced new leadership with the appointment of Candice Lambe as president and Melissa Caldwell as its new vice-president.
Mrs Lambe succeeded Krystle DaPonte, …
Mrs Lambe succeeded Krystle DaPonte, …
Delray Rawlins and Sussex go down to group leaders Surrey
Delray Rawlins endured a disappointing outing scoring just three runs and bowling one costly over as Sussex Sharks suffered a seven-wicket defeat by unbeaten Vitality Blast South group leaders Surrey …
Ravi Bopara’s captaincy gives us a leg up
Today I would like to start off on Ravi Bopara, whose captaincy has been brilliant. He backs everyone, which is such a confidence boost with so many young players around. There’s never an instant wher…
Bermuda placed in League B for Concacaf Girls’ Under-15 Championship
Bermuda have been placed in League B for the upcoming Concacaf Girls’ Under-15 Championship.
The developmental tournament, which will feature 31 Concacaf member associations, as well as one invited gu…
The developmental tournament, which will feature 31 Concacaf member associations, as well as one invited gu…
Moritz Hilf leads Annapolis fleet towards to Bermuda
Max, owned and skippered by Moritz Hilf, leads the fleet in the Annapolis to Bermuda Race and is on course to be the first vessel to reach the island.
As of yesterday afternoon, the Pogo 50 vessel…
As of yesterday afternoon, the Pogo 50 vessel…
Further Evening League woe for Bailey’s Bay and North Village
Bailey’s Bay and North Village, two of the island’s biggest clubs, continue to find their return to the Evening Cricket League a chastening experience, losing all four of their matches so far, while g…
Tributes paid to ‘remarkable person’ who died after accident
An elevator engineer has died after an industrial accident at a Hamilton office, police said yesterday.
Robert Vaughan was carrying out maintenance work at Seon Place on Front Street on Tuesday when t…
Robert Vaughan was carrying out maintenance work at Seon Place on Front Street on Tuesday when t…
Man set fire to cars in revenge attack against estranged wife
A man who admitted setting fire to two cars in a misguided attempt to exact revenge on his estranged wife was given a suspended prison sentence.
Justice Iris pleaded guilty to causing wilful damage in…
Justice Iris pleaded guilty to causing wilful damage in…
‘Nationally important’ plans submitted for more bus charging stations
Additional charging stations are being planned for the island’s growing electric bus fleet.
A planning application has been submitted for an extra 28 charging stations and related infrastructure f…
Friendly society ordered to pay Government’s legal costs
A friendly society has been ordered to pay the Government’s legal costs for its unsuccessful action to secure the ability to offer vehicle insurance.
The Bentley Friendly Society had argued that the G…
The Bentley Friendly Society had argued that the G…
Bermuda’s long-term re/insurance landscape
Bermuda’s long-term re/insurance market has grown considerably in recent years.
The island now has 144 registered long-term re/insurers and the sector’s assets have increased by 200 per cent over the …
The island now has 144 registered long-term re/insurers and the sector’s assets have increased by 200 per cent over the …
Glow Bermuda Event To Take Place On June 19
| Glow Bermuda is back this year with a Moroccan theme and plenty of surprises for attendees. The annual all-white party, arguably the signature event of carnival weekend in Bermuda, will take place on Sunday, June 19 in the Queen Elizabeth Park from 5pm to 11pm. This year’s event will feature soca vibes with champagne tastes. […]
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SiriusPoint Announces Partnership With Garentii
| SiriusPoint Ltd. has announced a strategic partnership with Garentii, a tech-enabled Managing General Agent [MGA] providing digital home rental insurance. A spokesperson said, “As part of the partnership, SiriusPoint will provide risk advisory services along with paper and balance sheet. The partnership builds on the growing number of companies in SiriusPoint’s MGA and insurance services […]
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PAHO representative meets health officials in Bermuda
A representative of the Pan American Health Organisation met with officials on the island this week to discuss health challenges facing Bermuda.
Ian Stein, PAHO’s representative to Jamaica, Bermuda an…
Ian Stein, PAHO’s representative to Jamaica, Bermuda an…
Official Govt & Legal Notices For June 8 2022
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 8] include acting appointments. Senior Magistrate & Coroner Tyrone Chin Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0590/2022 Public Authorities / Department: The Judiciary Publication date: 08 June 2022 Government Notice No. _______ Acting Appointment Judicial Department Her Excellency, The Governor, after consultation with the […]
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Video: Patrina Paynter & Rhydell Paynter
| Patrina O’Connor-Paynter and Rhydell Paynter are joining Bernews this evening [June 8] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the duo set to discuss the fundraising efforts to rebuild the Pig’s Field playground that was destroyed by a fire last year. The group is spearheading a donation drive to rebuild […]
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Latest Government update: 389 active Covid-19 cases
Another 343 new positive Covid-19 cases have been reported, Government said tonight.
The cases were confirmed among 9,203 test results received by the health ministry from last Tuesday to Monday repre…
The cases were confirmed among 9,203 test results received by the health ministry from last Tuesday to Monday repre…
Premier Burt Congratulates Jewel Bank
| “A milestone for Bermuda’s Fintech industry” said Premier & Minister of Finance David Burt as he congratulated Jewel Bank following the issuance of their new full banking licence and Class F digital asset business license from the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA], noting that it is ”Bermuda’s first new bank in 21 years.” “One of the major […]
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1,000 people turn up to help celebrate environmental landmarks
About 1,000 people turned out to the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo on Saturday to celebrate World Oceans Day and World Environment Day.
The facility, along with the Bermuda Zoological Society, hos…
The facility, along with the Bermuda Zoological Society, hos…
Column: Cole Simons On High Cost Of Living
| [Written by Opposition Leader Cole Simons] To be brutally honest – there are two Bermuda’s. There are those who work in the International Business sector which is really on fire. These employers include international Insurance companies, international reinsurance companies, global life insurance companies, local and international banking and financing sector, the ILS sector and other […]
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Court Rules ‘Mailboxes Has Sufficient Interest’
| The Supreme Court of Bermuda has declined an application from the Government to ‘set aside the grant of leave,’ and ruled that Mailboxes ‘has sufficient interest’ to be ‘granted leave to commence judicial review proceedings.’ The ruling said, “On 24 November 2021 I granted Mailboxes leave to bring judicial review proceedings against the Minister in respect […]
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BCAC Launch Survey On BELCO Impact
| The Bermuda Clean Air Coalition [BCAC] launched an online survey, saying it ”takes just 5 minutes to report issues in the survey, and will greatly increase the BCAC’s ability to hold BELCO accountable while pushing for cleaner power generation to the benefit of all Bermudians.” A spokesperson said, “Currently, BELCO decides who is eligible for compensation for […]
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Weather Forecast For Thursday June 9
| Thursday, June 9 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset […]
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343 Positive, 389 Active, 9 In Hospital, 1 In ICU
| The Ministry received 9,203 test results — spanning 7 days — and 343 were positive, so there are now 389 active cases, of which 9 people are in hospital, with 1 in ICU. A Government spokesperson said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 9203 test results, and 343 were positive for the […]
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Eden Woollery Wins Medal At Special Olympics
| Bermuda has claimed a medal at the 2022 Special Olympics USA Summer Games in Florida, with equestrian Eden Woollery winning a bronze medal in the Western Equitation B1 class. The Special Olympics, which run until June 12th, involves over 5,500 athletes and coaches from the United States, the Caribbean and Bermuda; and the island is […]
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Column: ‘Harness The Power Of The Sun’
| [Opinion column written by David Gumbs & Dr. James Fletcher] Across the Caribbean, except for oil-rich Trinidad and Tobago, electricity is already among the most expensive in the world — and it is only getting more expensive. In Saint Lucia, electricity prices have almost doubled in the past 30 years, and in the other countries […]
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There’s more time to get married as senators approve new laws
Sunset and sunrise ceremonies will be allowed for the first time for civil marriages and domestic partnerships under new rules approved by the Senate today.
At present, the official couplings can only…
At present, the official couplings can only…
Warwick Archers Youth Football Tryouts
| The Warwick Archers are holding tryouts for their youth programs, with sessions beginning the week of June 13. A spokesperson said, “The Warwick Archers is the youth program for the Robin Hood Football Club [registered charity #998], offering teams in the U13-U23 age groups of the Bermuda Football Association youth leagues. Established in 2016, the […]
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Video: ESPN Features Dante Leverock’s Goal
| The accolades keep rolling in for the goal by Bermuda’s Dante Leverock in last night’s match against Guyana, with the spectacular goal being featured by ESPN as one of the Top 10 Sports Plays. The goal being showcased on the ESPN broadcast follows after FIFA highlighted the goal to their 15 million Twitters followers, suggesting […]
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Thompson Departs London City Lionesses
| London City Lionesses confirmed that Bermudian footballer Kenni Thompson was one of several players departing the club following the conclusion of the season. Speaking on the players departing, Head Coach Melissa Phillips said, “We’ve come so far in such a short amount of time as a club and to achieve our highest ever league finish […]
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BSX owner launches crypto products
Miami International Holdings Inc, owner of the Bermuda Stock Exchange, and Lukka Inc have entered into a strategic alliance to jointly develop and launch a suite of proprietary crypto derivatives on M…
PAHO’s Regional Representative Visits Bermuda
| The Pan American Health Organization’s [PAHO] representative to Jamaica, Bermuda and the Cayman Islands, Mr Ian Stein, wrapped up a two-day visit to the Island yesterday [June 7th]. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Stein, who is based in Kingston, was appointed to the role last October and possesses substantial experience in developing and maintaining partnerships for […]
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Column: Maintaining & Protecting Your Wellbeing
| [Written by Taj Donville-Outerbridge] Being an LGBTQ+ identifying person in Bermuda can undoubtedly be a uniquely challenging experience that is rarely understood by others. Not only must we balance all the aspects of life that come with being human, but we must also face indescribable intrapersonal conflict, societal prejudice, and outright homophobia and transphobia. Lacking […]
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Investor Community Holds Launch Event
| Yesterday evening [June 7], Bermuda Investor Community Limited launched Bermuda’s first fully digital platform which brings together qualified individual investors and entrepreneurs. A spokesperson said, “The gala launch event, held at the Cloud at the Waterfront Properties, brought over 60 qualified investors together with entrepreneurs presenting a range of opportunities to invest in Bermuda. Quick […]
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St. George’s University To Feature Dr. Brown
| St. George’s University [SGU] is hosting an information and recruitment session where they will share information about their programs, community and scholarships to the public. A spokesperson said, “This is a free session. Persons will be able to ask questions to a current student from Bermuda who attends the University and a graduate, Dr Kyjuan […]
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BHRA Appoint Candice Lambe & Melissa Caldwell
| The Bermuda Human Resource Association [BHRA] has appointed Candice Lambe as its new President and Melissa Caldwell as its new Vice President. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Lambe succeeds Krystle DaPonte, an HR industry veteran who effectively led the association for five years. Mrs Lambe’s primary responsibility as BHRA President will be providing strategic direction to […]
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Fears over national park land as three-wheeler legislation goes through Senate
Parts of national parks are under threat from controversial moves to allow three-wheeler tour guide vehicles into the green spaces, the Opposition has insisted.
The One Bermuda Alliance and the Govern…
The One Bermuda Alliance and the Govern…
Back to the Bermuda Captive Conference
The Bermuda Captive Conference, the island’s largest and longest-running industry event, is returning to the live stage in September.
Registration is open now for the hybrid event, which will be held …
Registration is open now for the hybrid event, which will be held …
Bermuda Captive Conference Registration
| The Bermuda Captive Conference will be held from September 12–14, 2022 at the Hamilton Princess, and registration is now open. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s largest and longest-running industry event is returning to the live stage on September 12–14, 2022 at the Hamilton Princess in Bermuda. “Now in its 18th year, the Bermuda Captive Conference returns as a […]
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College Hosting Executive Function Conference
| The Dyslexic Foundation [TDF] has partnered with Bermuda College to host a week-long conference focusing on executive function. A spokesperson said, “ It is the first time the Foundation has joined with an institution of higher learning to host its national conference, drawing educators and practitioners from around the world.” Dr. Phyllis Curtis-Tweed, Vice President […]
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Annapolis To Bermuda Ocean Race Underway
| The Mustang Survival Annapolis to Bermuda Ocean Race started last Saturday with a fleet of 25 making its way to the island. The Atlantic hurricane season’s first named storm, Tropical Storm Alex, shaped up just in time for the race, with the storm’s track headed towards Bermuda. But after a one-day delay, the racers were […]
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Police Confirm Death Of Robert Vaughan
| The police have confirmed the death of 47-year-old Robert A. Vaughan, and said the ”investigation regarding this fatal industrial incident is ongoing.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 47-year-old Robert A. Vaughan and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends. “It appears that around 2pm Tuesday, 7th […]
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Video: Flora Duffy’s Commonwealth Games Story
| Commonwealth Sport has released a video titled ‘Flora Duffy | My Commonwealth Games Story,’ featuring an interview with the athlete that serves to highlight her gold medal victory in the last Commonwealth Games. The video’s description says, “Four years ago, Flora Duffy stormed to victory to win the first gold medal of the 21st Commonwealth […]
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Public invited to Bermuda College lecture on dyslexia
The public is invited to attend a lecture on dyslexia at the Bermuda College this weekend.
The programme is part of a weeklong conference at the college in partnership with The Dyslexic Foundation, wh…
The programme is part of a weeklong conference at the college in partnership with The Dyslexic Foundation, wh…