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| Dr. Malcolm Brock has been named the Dr. E.F. Gordon Professor of Thoracic Surgery at Johns Hopkins Medicine, with the well known center saying that Dr. Brock has direct historical ties to the “legendary civil rights leader.” The Johns Hopkins Medicine website said, “In Bermuda, many know Dr. E.F. Gordon [1895–1955] as the legendary civil […]
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| Apex Group Ltd. announced that it will provide its full suite of fund services to Frontera Capital Group Limited. A spokesperson said, “Apex Group Ltd. [Apex], a global financial services provider, announces today that it will provide its full suite of fund services to Frontera Capital Group Limited [Frontera], a well-established Abu Dhabi [UAE], UK […]
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| December 14 saw 7,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $112,500.00 BD. 7,500 shares were traded by Somers Limited, closing even at $15.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,886.60, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available […]
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Good afternoon Bermuda, and welcome members of the media.
I am joined today by the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, who will be providing an update to the public on the latest from her Ministry as her and her team lead the fight against this surge of the Coronavirus on our shores. Following that I will make brief comments on what is needed from all of us in order to contain this outbreak and the steps and help that is available to persons if they may need assistance.
Minister of Health.
| This evening [Dec 14] the Bermuda Hospitals Board and MWI lit up the outside of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital in green, saying they are “shedding light on the importance of good mental health.” A spokesperson previously said, “Green is synonymous with Christmas, but it’s also the colour chosen internationally to denote mental health. This […]
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| Premier David Burt met with Bermuda’s new Governor Rena Lalgie following her swearing in earlier today [Dec 14], with the meeting apparently held via video conferencing. Governor Lalgie arrived on the island with her family on Sunday night, and Government House noted that they are “in quarantine at Government House in compliance with the Public […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] I come from a long line of business owners, from my grandparents, to my father and more recently my sister who has launched a small business. Now I think it is important to note some people are entrepreneurial in nature and are driven to open and run a business, their determination […]
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| [Updated] The Government will be holding a press conference at approximately 5.45pm this evening [Dec 14] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage following the press conference, and the live video below should start at around 5.45pm, and we will update as able in our live updates article here. Update: The […]
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| Work took place today [Dec 14] on the installation of the bridge in Flatts, with the Friends of Bermuda Railway Trail’ organisation explaining that the “bridge that was placed on the pylons today was the most complex to assemble and install of those spans planned at Flatts.” In addition to the time lapse video below, […]
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| The Air Canada flight from Toronto was welcomed with a water cannon salute as it landed in Bermuda on Friday. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, we welcomed Air Canada from Toronto with a water cannon salute for the first time it taxied up to Bermuda’s new passenger terminal building.” Related Stories Photos: Trial With BA […]
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Good Afternoon Members of Media and the Bermudian Public.
On Friday I provided my colleagues in Parliament with an update on the Education Reform of Bermuda’s Public Education System.
Our education system is at a crossroads and a shift is needed. We must do things differently for our children and the future of this Island. Change is inevitable and change is forthcoming for our public-school system.
This morning (Dec. 14), Her Excellency, Ms. Rena Lalgie was sworn-in as the Governor of Bermuda during a closed event held at Government House.
Those in attendance included the Premier of Bermuda, the Hon. David Burt JP MP, the Chief Justice, the Hon Justice Narinder Hargun, JP, and the Secretary to the Cabinet, Maj Marc T. Telemaque, LVO, ED, JP, pmsc.
All necessary health guidelines and precautions were observed in the carrying out of the swearing in.
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 14] include striking off, appointments, and contracts valued $50,000 or more. Struck-Off Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Striking Off Notice ID: GN1150/2020 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar Of Companies Publication Date: 14 December 2020 Registrar Of Companies The Companies Act 1981 Pursuant To Section […]
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| Work took place today [Dec 14] on the installation of the bridge in Flatts, with the Friends of Bermuda Railway Trail’ organization explaining that organisation explaining that the “bridge that was placed on the pylons today was the most complex to assemble and install of those spans planned at Flatts.” The Friends of Bermuda Railway […]
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| The Argus Group will temporarily close its offices to walk-in traffic after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. A spokesperson said, “The Argus Group will temporarily close its offices to walk-in traffic, after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus. Out an abundance of caution, the premises will undergo a deep cleaning […]
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| The Bermuda Football Coaches Association expressed their condolences to the family of French coaching legend Gerard Houllier and said they “will fondly remember his visit to our shores.” A spokesperson said, “It is with great sadness that the BFCA has received the news of the passing of French coaching legend Gerard Houllier. The former Liverpool […]
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| Bermudian footballer Aaliyah Nolan scored for Leeds United as they played to a 4-3 win against Stockport County. The club’s match report said, “Leeds United Women returned from lockdown to defeat Stockport County 4-3 in a thrilling encounter. “The Whites showed brilliant character to come from behind three times before a Rebecca Hunt strike ensured […]
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| KPMG in Bermuda today [Dec 14] announced that Neil Patterson will be retiring as the firm’s Chairman at the end of December after 31 years of service. A spokesperson said, “Neil joined the audit practice of the firm in 1989 with a focus in banking and reinsurance. He became a Partner in 1997, Managing Partner […]
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| The Bermuda Senior Golfers Society [BSGS] recently donated four hams and six turkeys to the Salvation Army and Meals on Wheels. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Senior Golfers Society, founded in 1952 and with some 100 members – although not all active – currently on its books, normally holds its annual Turkey Tournament at this […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Board has released a digital 2020 Year in Review, with the 32-page report outlining “the successes of the BCB during a challenging cricket season due the Covid-19 pandemic.” A spokesperson said, “The Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board has released a digital 2020 Year in Review. “Presented at the Annual General Meeting […]
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| Due to an issue with the airfield lights — the panel in the Air Traffic Control Tower was “initially unresponsive” — the arrival of the British Airways flight was temporarily delayed last night, however officials confirmed that “the aircraft, originally expected to arrive in Bermuda at 5:50pm, landed safely at 6:13pm.” In response to our […]
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| Bermuda’s new Governor Rena Lalgie arrived on the island last night [Dec 13] and is currently in quarantine at Government House, with Governor Lalgie set to be sworn in “during a closed event” held at Government House today. Government House said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Rena Lalgie, arrived on the island with her family last […]
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| PwC Bermuda has donated over $21,000 to 28 local charitable organisations as part of employee-led holiday giving initiatives. A spokesperson said, “Employees volunteered at feeding programmes and other charitable organisations earlier this month, and donated gift vouchers from the firm, given in lieu of the annual holiday party, to local charities of their choice. “In […]
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| ‘Bermuda Shorts’ — an animated sitcom in development — is premiering a Christmas special on Channel 82 on Christmas Eve, with an encore to air on Christmas Day. A spokesperson said, “On Christmas Eve, Bermuda Shorts — an animated sitcom in development — is premiering a Christmas special on Channel 82. The special, also serving […]
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| The International Cricket Council announced the rescheduled qualification pathway to the ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2022 where 33 teams, including Bermuda, will compete for five World Cup spots. A spokesperson said, “The International Cricket Council [ICC] has today announced the rescheduled qualification pathway to the ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup […]
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| Noting that an “employee in our retail location has tested positive for Covid-19,” Digicel said they have closed both their Digicel Retail Store and BTC Payment Centre “in order for employees to be tested, to deep clean the facilities and to ensure there is no further risk.” A spokesperson said, “Digicel is in receipt of […]
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| The U.S. House of Representatives passed a Resolution to designate a room in the United States Capitol as ‘the Joseph H. Rainey Room’, serving to honour the historic life of the one time Bermuda resident who went on to become the first Black man to serve in the House of Representatives. The Resolution noted that […]
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| Bermuda’s martial artists concluded competed in the Texas Amateur Organization of Karate Finals online, with three competing in the grand finals in their respective divisions. The Intermediate Championship Junior Division title went to Callahj Simons representing the Tabata-Ha Shotokan Karate-Do Bermuda. Massanda Vaughans representing the Tabata-Ha Shotokan Karate-Do Bermuda finished second in the Beginner Championship […]
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| Jillian Terceira was back in action competing in the Azelhof CSI Lier International Horse Jumping event in The Netherlands. On her third day of competition, the Bermudian equestrian competed in one class on two horses. Competing in the 1.35m CSI2* Table A in 2 Phases Special Class, Terceira, and Mia Volo Vd Molendreef finished 30th, […]
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| Firefighters were kept very busy last night, as following the car fire in St George’s they had to respond to another vehicle fire, this time extinguishing a truck on fire in Pembroke at around 3.45am in the morning. A BFRS spokesperson said, “At 3.45am, BFRS Dispatch received a report of a truck on fire on Curing […]
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There were 2181 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update and 40 were positive for COVID-19.
One of the new cases is classified as imported – a non-resident who arrived via private jet from the United States on 10 December 2020 and tested positive on their arrival test.
Three of the new cases are classified as local transmission with known contact/source as associated with known cases/clusters.
| Firefighters extinguished a car fire in St George’s this evening [Dec 13], with firefighters wearing breathing apparatus quickly extinguished the blaze. A spokesperson said said, “At 7pm on Sunday December 13th 2020, the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service Dispatch received a call reporting a vehicle fire at Suffering Lane, St George’s. “BFRS responded with one […]
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Unemployment Benefits
Please note the following correction:
The correct email is: company.uba@gov.bm
The webpage for individuals is: https://uba.gov.bm
The Bermuda Government will make payments to impacted individuals no later than Thursday, 17 December, if their applications are submitted and complete by Monday, 14 December.
| There were 40 new positive Covid-19 results, so Bermuda now has 431 total confirmed positive cases to date, with 184 active. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 2181 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update and 40 were positive for COVID-19. “One of the new cases is classified as imported […]
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| The Pembroke Parish Council hopes to spread the Christmas cheer a little wider this year to the Pembroke community, by providing Christmas vouchers to “those in need on a first come-first served basis.” Council Chair, Patricka Ferguson said the Council will be providing 40 gift vouchers of $150 each, and urged people to apply as […]
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