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James Anderson to take on global role at SiriusPoint

February 25, 2025

SiriusPoint Ltd, the Bermudian-headquartered global specialty insurer and reinsurer, has appointed James Anderson as global chief pricing actuary, effective on May 12.
Based in London, Mr Anderson wil…

Jeelise Allen launches specialised grief counselling practice

February 25, 2025

Bermuda’s only thanatologist, Jeelise, Allen has launched a private counselling practice specialising in grief support.
Ms Allen believes it is the first practice of its kind on the island.
Tuwile, m…

Sir Peter Wall to deliver keynote at strategic leadership event

February 25, 2025

The former head of the British Army is to deliver a keynote address to launch the inaugural Bermuda Strategic Leadership Conference.
Sir Peter Wall served as chief of the general staff, the profession…

Butterfield Bank up on NYSE

February 25, 2025

The RG/BSX Index finished unchanged on Tuesday at 2703.71 with 53,600 shares changing hands.
Bermuda Aviation Services traded 52,300 shares to end the day at $1.50, price unchanged.
BF&M also saw…

Thomas Wafer appointed to boards at Incline P&C Group

February 25, 2025

Texas-based Incline P&C Group, the insurance programme market services firm, has elected Bermuda market veteran Thomas Wafer to the boards of each of its insurance carriers as an independent direc…

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Earl Cameron Theatre remains closed

February 25, 2025

The Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall will remain closed until a broken air-conditioning unit can be repaired.
The theatre closed in September and all its scheduled events for 2024 were cancelled afte…

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Victim of fatal crash named

February 25, 2025

The motorcyclist killed in a two-vehicle crash on Sunday has been named as Lionel Thomas II.
Mr Thomas, 40, became the second road fatality of the year after a collision on St David’s Road, east of th…

Imani Phillips makes most of last-minute entry in Puerto Rico

February 25, 2025

Imani Phillips made good use of an eleventh-hour opportunity by winning the Friday Night Pickleball women’s doubles in Puerto Rico.
Bermuda’s No 1 female player had almost given up on playing in the t…

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BUEI to screen Bermudian-directed film

February 25, 2025

A short film which puts the spotlight on challenges faced by a dark-skinned actress in the film industry will be screened at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute tomorrow night.

Outcasted,…

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Elliot Primary School Career Fair

February 25, 2025

Elliot Primary School Career Fair (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Island pays respects to naval officer killed in battle

February 25, 2025

The last casualty of the War of 1812 was remembered at a ceremony at St Peter’s Church on Saturday — 210 years after his death.
Midshipman Richard Sutherland Dale was serving aboard the US frigate Pre…

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Cabinet Ministers Swearing-In Ceremony

February 25, 2025

Cabinet Ministers Swearing-In Ceremony (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Fake Rubis gift cards promoted on social media

February 25, 2025

Members of the public were warned not to click on a social media post that falsely promoted a Rubis gift card.
Rubis Energy Bermuda, which owns service stations around the island, said the advertiseme…

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Shake-up for Cabinet with new ministerial appointments

February 25, 2025

Two first-time MPs were among the people announced or confirmed as Cabinet ministers by the Premier this morning.
David Burt outlined “an entire realignment of the Government” as the Progressive Labou…

Time to sign up for Lindo’s To Lindo’s

February 25, 2025

The Lindo’s to Lindo’s road race, the popular walk and fundraiser for the Bermuda Diabetes Association, will take place on Sunday, March 9 with the theme “These Feet are Made for Walking”.
The competi…

Gosling’s Uncorked: tasting event to feature 200 brands

February 25, 2025

Representatives of more than 20 wine and spirits producers and distributors are to travel to Bermuda this week for a showcase presented by the island’s oldest business house.
“Gosling’s Uncorked: Wine…

Sebastian Kempe targets Junior Pan Ams as first step on road to Olympics

February 25, 2025

Sebastian Kempe is confident that he has taken his first steps towards sailing at the Los Angeles Olympics after qualifying for the Junior Pan American Games.
The 19-year-old was victorious in the Mid…

Aston Villa loanees Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford prime for selection

February 25, 2025

With a full midweek set of Premier League fixtures in advance of the latest round of FA Cup matches this weekend, Fantasy managers should focus on Aston Villa loanees Marco Asensio and Marcus Rashford…

Crypto insurance boss issues call to action after $1.4bn hack

February 25, 2025

The chief executive of a Bermudian-headquartered cryptocurrency insurer has called on the crypto community to embrace enhanced insurance solutions for digital asset security after a $1.4 billion hack …

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Arrest ‘imminent’ after stolen bikes recovered

February 24, 2025

Police recovered two stolen motorcycles over the weekend and said that an arrest in relation to one was expected soon.
A spokesman said today that officers were on patrol on North Shore Road in Flatts…

Valaris reports net income of $131m in fourth quarter of 2024

February 24, 2025

Valaris Ltd, the Bermudian-based offshore drilling services company, has reported that net income in the fourth quarter of 2024 increased to $131 million from $63 million in the prior quarter.
Adjuste…

EY chief economist to deliver keynote at risk summit

February 24, 2025

The chief economist at EY, the international professional services firm, is to deliver a keynote address next month at the Bermuda Risk Summit presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency.
Gre…

Hayley Johnston to join board of Brace Underwriters Ltd

February 24, 2025

Hayley Johnston, the chief executive of Bermudian-based Lancashire Insurance Company Ltd, is to join the board of Brace Underwriting Ltd as an independent non-executive director, subject to regulatory…

Gold Reserve Ltd wins $1.1bn judgment in Portuguese court

February 24, 2025

An exploration-stage mining company domiciled in Bermuda has won a judgment of more than $1.1 billion as it seeks to recognise and enforce its 2014 arbitral award against Venezuela.
Gold Reserve Ltd, …

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Lawyer appointed new Information Commissioner

February 24, 2025

A Bermudian lawyer has been appointed the new Information Commissioner.
Jason Outerbridge will take up the post on March 1, succeeding Gitanjali Gutierrez, who announced her retirement last week.
Acco…

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Three hired to address probate backlog

February 24, 2025

Unanswered queries and waits for applicants or lawyers to file amended paperwork were said to be among the prime reasons for delays in processing probate requests.
A circular from the Acting Registrar…

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BHB workers at ‘breaking point’ over pay

February 24, 2025

Health workers are “at breaking point” owing to a seven-year freeze on salary increases, it has been claimed.
Bermuda Hospitals Board staff added that they were shut out of recent negotiations between…

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Deadline for French-language scholarship opportunity

February 24, 2025

Students who want to delve into the world of French language and culture have until the end of this week to apply for a special scholarship featuring three weeks in Cannes.
The application period for …

Bermuda under-17 women drawn against Mexico, Haiti and Costa Rica

February 24, 2025

Bermuda under-17 women’s team have learnt who their opponents will be in the final round of the Concacaf World Cup qualifiers.
The young team were drawn in group A alongside Mexico, Haiti and Costa Ri…

Conor White makes podium in Spain

February 24, 2025

Cyclist Conor White continued a great weekend for Bermuda’s professional cyclists by making it on to the podium for the first time in 2025.
White was the second elite cyclist to cross the line and fi…

Coach Denkins proud of fight shown in Canada defeat

February 24, 2025

Bermuda 0 Canada 9

Taya Rodrigues produced a couple of spectacular stops, including an 85th-minute penalty save, as Bermuda were eliminated from contention in the Concacaf Women’s Under-20 Qualif…

Holly Mazar-Fox partners with The Loren to offer art, fun and food

February 24, 2025

Holly Mazar-Fox, of Mazar-Fox Art Consulting, says the best thing about running her business in Bermuda is the partnerships she has formed across industries.
She has worked with jewellery stores, hote…

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BTA weighs public interest on release of settlement data

February 24, 2025

A decision has yet to be made by the Bermuda Tourism Authority on whether access to information about spending on any settlement packages or separation agreements for former employees is in the public…

Unbeaten Lindo’s Tigers close in on netball title

February 23, 2025

The Trott twins stole show for Lindo’s Tigers as Jahkenya and Jahtuere scored all the goals for their team to inch closer to winning the Bermuda Netball Association Winter League for the first time wh…

Bermuda beaten by free-scoring Canada

February 23, 2025

Bermuda 0 Canada 9

Goalkeeper Taya Rodrigues produced a couple of spectacular stops, including an 85th minute penalty save, as Bermuda were removed from contention in the Concacaf Women’s Under-2…

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Ashley’s Lemonade falls victim to Bermuda driving

February 23, 2025

A popular beverage stand was destroyed today after it was crashed into by an errant driver.
Ashley’s Lemonade was levelled after a vehicle mounted the kerb on the corner of Reid Street and Burnaby Str…

Nic Narraway finishes best of team in first race in Spain

February 23, 2025

Cyclist Nic Narraway opened his 2025 season on Sunday with a solid performance at the Circuito Guadiana in Don Benito, Spain, the first round of the Copa España Élite-U23 series.
Competing for Teneri…

Bermuda volleyball team win silver medal at Nike Festival

February 23, 2025

Bermuda’s under-18 boys volleyball team won the silver medal at the Boston Nike Festival this afternoon.
Competing as Big Wave Riders, the Bermuda team won eight of their ten matches to finish second …

Ryan Outerbridge wins 5,000m at NE10 Conference Championship

February 23, 2025

Ryan Outerbridge has picked up one of the biggest victories of his college career after winning the 5,000 metres at the Northeast-10 Indoor Track & Field Championships.
Outerbridge, who will soon…

Florin Teleman crowned Bermuda Backyard Ultra champion

February 23, 2025

Despite running more or less constantly for 21 hours and being crowned the Bermuda Backyard Ultra champion, Florin Teleman is still feeling disappointed.
Teleman was named the winner after Philip Wool…

Sebastian Kempe victory earns Bermuda spot at Junior Pan Am Games

February 23, 2025

Sailor Sebastian Kempe has secured a place for Bermuda at the Junior Pan Am Games this year.
Kempe won the 2025 Ilca’s Midwinter East Regatta in St Petersburg, Florida, to guarantee Bermuda representa…

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Pals 37th Annual Walk

February 23, 2025

Pals 37th Annual Walk (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

Paul Simons hat-trick propels X-Roads to First Division title

February 23, 2025

Boulevard 1 X-Roads 4

Paul Simons scored a hat-trick as X-Roads Warriors were crowned First Division champions with a comfortable victory over Boulevard Blazers at Goose Gosling Field on Saturday…

Butterfield and nudge to launch financial education platform

February 23, 2025

Butterfield Bank has partnered with nudge, the financial wellbeing company, to launch an online education platform for the benefit of clients and the wider communities in Bermuda and the Cayman Island…

AM Best’s head of analytics to moderate panel at risk summit

February 23, 2025

The head of analytics in the London office of AM Best is to moderate a panel during the Bermuda Risk Summit next month.
In the session, titled “Risk and Regulation in an Evolving Global Landscape”, Ma…

Kaden Hopkins finishes sixth in first race after injury

February 23, 2025

Kaden Hopkins has started his European season by finishing sixth in his opening race in Spain.
Hopkins, who had an incident-packed winter in Bermuda after he was injured by a motorbike while training …

Borr Drilling reports net income of $82.1m in 2024 fiscal year

February 23, 2025

Borr Drilling Ltd more than tripled its net income year-over-year in 2024.
The Bermudian-based oilfield services company reported net income of $82.1 million, an increase of $60 million or 271 per cen…

Erica Hawley ‘happy’ with top-ten finish in World Triathlon Cup

February 23, 2025

Erica Hawley made a fine return to competitive action when finishing ninth in the World Triathlon Cup Napier.
Hawley, who was 41st at the Olympic Games in Paris, crossed the line in New Zealand in 57m…

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Man walks away from flipped car uninjured

February 23, 2025

A car driver escaped serious injury on Wednesday night after his vehicle flipped while attempting to park it.
Police said that the driver, a 35-year-old Pembroke man, attempted to park at a home in th…

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East End crash brings second road death of 2025

February 23, 2025

A male motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries this morning after a two-vehicle crash in St David’s.
A police spokesman said the collision happened on St David’s Road, east of the Southside Police Stat…