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Muuvment launches generative AI sustainability product

October 15, 2024

Muuvment, the social impact company based in Bermuda, has launched Muuvment IQ, an expert-trained, generative artificial intelligence sustainability product.
The company said that it leveraged a rich,…

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Flex LNG completes $430m of new financings

October 15, 2024

Flex LNG Ltd, the liquefied natural gas shipping company based in Bermuda, has announced that the aggregate $430 million of new financings announced in its second quarter report have been completed ac…

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Madison Lusher launches her own vintage store

October 15, 2024

For years Madison Lusher helped her father, Stephen Lusher, run Designer & Vintage Market at 3 Queen Street in Hamilton.
Now, the two have sold off much of their antique stock and moved further up…

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Decrepit Archlyn Villa faces uncertain fate

October 15, 2024

The Bermuda Hospitals Board will determine the fate of what was one of the island’s most iconic guesthouses.
A spokeswoman said the BHB, which purchased Archlyn Villa in 1990, will decide whether to s…

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Caregiver highlights the importance of CPR

October 15, 2024

A caregiver highlighted the importance of learning how to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation after she and others went to the aid of a senior who collapsed in Hamilton last month.
Devena Lightbo…

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Two injured in separate knife attacks over the weekend

October 14, 2024

A man is in hospital suffering from life-threatening injuries after being stabbed in the upper body in the early hours of yesterday.
The incident took place shortly before 1am at the Zen Lounge on Som…

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Former Ace executive to join Council of Lloyd’s

October 14, 2024

Liberty Corporate Capital Ltd, represented by Jane Warren, has been elected as a corporate external member of the Council of Lloyd’s.
The term of office, which is to begin on February 1, 2025, will be…

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UN disability convention to grade Bermuda’s progress

October 14, 2024

A grading report from the United Nations will be issued to show how well Bermuda protects residents with different abilities, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors revealed today.
Ti…

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Bermuda Under-12 team beat Benfica and draw with Arsenal

October 14, 2024

The Under-12 Bermuda football team beat Portuguese giants Benfica and drew with Arsenal at the 2024 Norwich City Mina Cup UK last weekend.
The 1-0 win over Benfica, courtesy of a Shiloh Stevens goal, …

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Watch: golf influencers feature Port Royal and get more than 300,000 views

October 14, 2024

Port Royal Golf Course features in the latest YouTube video created by golf influencers, the Bryan brothers.
The video, which was filmed a couple of weeks ago at the Southampton course and has already…

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Public works teams continue to improve roads

October 14, 2024

Crews are dedicated to making steady progress with the “monumental task” of resurfacing the island, the Minister of Public Works said today.
Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch highlighted how paving road…

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Arch appoints Papadopoulo as new CEO

October 14, 2024

Arch Capital Group Ltd, a publicly listed Bermuda exempted company with approximately $23.4 billion in capital, has appointed Nicolas Papadopoulo as its new chief executive.
Mr Papadopoulo has held hi…

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Kelley joins Price Forbes Re in newly created role

October 14, 2024

Price Forbes Re, an independent specialist risk strategy and reinsurance broker based in Bermuda, London and the US, has appointed Colin Kelley to the newly created role of chief commercial officer.
I…

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Signet CEO is to retire

October 14, 2024

Virginia Drosos is to retire as chief executive and as a member of the board of directors of Bermudian-based Signet Jewelers Ltd, the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewellery, effective November …

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Healthcare businesses invited to Pipa webinars

October 14, 2024

Two training sessions are being offered by the Bermuda Health Council to help healthcare organisations meet the requirements of privacy legislation.
The Personal Information Protection Act is to be fu…

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MRI services resume at health clinic

October 14, 2024

MRI services have been fully restored at a treatment centre after Hurricane Ernesto damaged facilities.
Bermuda Healthcare Services said today it was ready to accepts clients looking for magnetic reso…

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FA Cup matches rearranged for Monday night

October 14, 2024

The two FA Cup preliminary round matches cancelled on Friday night have been rearranged for Monday evening.
The double header, featuring clashes between First Division teams and Corona League sides, …

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BOA to honour women in sport with awards ceremony

October 14, 2024

Women involved in sport will be honoured by the Bermuda Olympic Association next month.
Organised by the BOA’s Gender Diversity and Inclusion Committee, the event from November 8 to 10, will acknowle…

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Bermuda Comet sailors take part in International Regatta in Maryland

October 14, 2024

Bermuda was represented by 12 sailors at the Comet Class International Regatta in Maryland over the weekend.
Sailors from Mid Atlantic Boat & Sports Club, including commodore and president Zaniko …

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Ministry clarifies ‘sponsored dependent’ criteria

October 14, 2024

The Government reminded employers and work permit holders of the eligibility criteria for sponsored dependents.
Its notice came after recent applications were automatically turned down owing to inelig…

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Phil Perinchief proposes electoral system transformation

October 14, 2024

A political scientist and former attorney-general has called for a change to Bermuda’s political framework, claiming that the first-past-the-post system is not working in the island’s best interests.
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Government has ‘vital’ role in ending homelessness

October 14, 2024

A charity case manager said the Government has a “vital” role to play in reducing homelessness in Bermuda and urged the community to hold their leaders accountable.
Omar Dill, case manager at the cha…

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Environmental group concerned over park motocross plans

October 14, 2024

Environmental campaigners have raised concerns over a planned motocross event to be held at a national park and birdwatching sanctuary.
The Audubon Society claimed that planning regulations for the o…

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BBC commissions documentary on policing in Bermuda

October 14, 2024

A series documenting the work of Bermuda’s police and regiment has been commissioned by the British Broadcasting Corporation.
Alex McLeod, BBC Daytime commissioner, announced that Policing Paradise, …

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OutBermuda head believes mindsets can be changed

October 14, 2024

Creating a society that not only tolerates and accepts members of the LGBTQ+ community people but celebrates them for all they contribute to the island is the overriding mission of OutBermuda’s new ex…

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Brazen real estate scam exposed

October 14, 2024

A real estate fraud was averted last week when a Bermuda realtor confirmed to a potential victim that she was about to be scammed.
Suspicious activity by the supposed owner of a rental property, and a…

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Cayman unemployment falls to 2.8%

October 14, 2024

Estimates from the Cayman Islands Labour Force Survey Spring 2024 indicate the unemployment rate (the proportion of unemployed persons to the total labour force) at 2.8 per cent.
The report from the E…

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Southampton Rangers knocked out of FA Cup by Terrace Onions

October 13, 2024

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Corona League side Terrace Onions claimed the prized scalp of First Division promotion hopefuls Southampton Rangers in the FA Cup preliminary round at Goose…

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Hundreds of hardy souls brave waters for Round the Sound swim

October 13, 2024

Two athletes better known for their triathlon exploits were among the winners as 346 swimmers took to the waters of Harrington Sound to compete in the Round The Sound Swim on Sunday morning.
Olympian…

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Donovan Thompson and Paul Simons score hat-tricks as X-Roads run riot

October 13, 2024

X-Roads 12 Footy Kings 1

First Division X-Roads Warriors advanced into the next round of the FA Cup with a dominant performance over Corona league outfit Footy Kings at St David’s Oval on Sunday….

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Youth library reopening delayed

October 13, 2024

The reopening of the youth library which had been closed for roof and structural repairs has been delayed.
It closed in August and was due to open tomorrow but a statement from the Bermuda National Li…

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Banking sector’s net profits decline in second quarter

October 13, 2024

The Bermuda banking sector’s net profit after tax amounted to $130.8 million in the second quarter of the year, a 3 per cent or $4 million decline compared with the previous quarter, a report by the B…

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Motorists warned over Warwick road works

October 13, 2024

Motorists are being warned of rolling single-lane closures for underground cable repairs by Belco on Middle Road.
A Ministry of Public Works spokesman said the closures would be between Burnt House Hi…

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Work of addiction counsellors recognised with award

October 13, 2024

The work of two addiction counsellors has been recognised with a government award.
The Department of National Drug Control’s Christopher Webson and Helena Carvelli-Astwood, who work at the Nelson Basc…

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Mental wellness takes spotlight at health expo

October 13, 2024

A sizeable turnout by residents at a mental health event yesterday saw calls for the social issue to be kept on the front burner.
The Mental Wellness Expo, organised jointly by the Bermuda Public Serv…

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Bermuda player ratings: hard to find fault after big win against Dominica

October 12, 2024

Bermuda’s fantastic 6-1 win against Dominica featured some superb performances from front to back and the temptation is to give every player a ten, but let’s try to be a bit more circumspect and avoid…

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‘It’s a great win and I’m really pleased for the players’

October 12, 2024

For possibly the first time since taking over the reins as head coach of Bermuda, Michael Findlay suffered a nerveless 90 minutes.
In the build-up to the Nations League matches against Dominica, Findl…

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Nahki Wells makes triumphant Nations League return for Bermuda

October 12, 2024

Bermuda 6 Dominica 1

Nakhi Wells made a triumphant return with a firs-half hat-trick and a late assist as Bermuda thrashed Dominica in a Nations League encounter at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sa…

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OBA has to get off the stage

October 12, 2024

The by-election results are in from Sandys North, the electorate has spoken with its pen and feet, and the country is still swirling with conversation and opinion. As expected, the Progressive Labour …

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Roommates Nahki Wells and Reggie Lambe plot Dominica’s downfall

October 12, 2024

Somewhere in a hotel room on the island, some serious scheming has been going on ahead of Bermuda’s two Nations League matches against Dominica.
Nahki Wells and Reggie Lambe, both among the most senio…

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Bermuda call-ups trigger ‘international break’ for eighth-tier village side

October 12, 2024

An eighth-tier English village football club have been allowed to postpone their league match today because four players, including two Bermudians — Luke Robinson and Knory Scott — have been called up…

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Does losing job mean we should cancel honeymoon?

October 12, 2024

Dear Dave,
I’m getting married next month, and my fiancé and I are both following your plan.
I’m on Baby Step 3. I make $65,000 a year and have $14,000 in my emergency fund. My fiancé made $90,000 a y…

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Jason Williams celebrates turning 40 by competing in ‘world’s toughest race’

October 12, 2024

When most people turn 40 they think of having a blowout in Las Vegas or a huge party to celebrate the milestone — but not Jason Williams.
He decided to compete in one of the world’s toughest endurance…

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Frustration growing as poor weather prevents top angling

October 12, 2024

Not another one! The frustration level is reaching a high and many have given up all hope of wetting any further lines this season.
It makes you wonder if the folks who decided to take their boats out…

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Juan Wolffe: community spirit needed to solve homelessness

October 12, 2024

A Supreme Court judge called on the community yesterday to do more to help people who are homeless — and said there was a risk that the issue could become the island’s legacy if further action was not…

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By-election results could stir more independent candidates

October 12, 2024

The result of recent by-elections will encourage more people to stand as independent candidates, former premier Sir John Swan said.
Ci’re Bean, who stood as an independent in the Sandys North by-elect…

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New lawyer builds on perseverance

October 12, 2024

A passion for achieving goals through perseverance helped Angelica Wales through her journey in the legal fraternity.
Ms Wales, an associate at law firm Conyers, was joined by family, friends and coll…

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Jeane Nikolai named Permanent Secretary for the Cabinet Office

October 12, 2024

The Head of the Public Service has appointed a former director of energy as Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of the Cabinet Office.
Jeane Nikolai is working under Crystal Caesar, the Minister of …

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Kamau Leverock’s Gujarat bow out on a low

October 11, 2024

Kamau Leverock was dismissed for five runs off three deliveries – his joint highest score in the Legends League Cricket – as his Gujarat Giants side lost to Konark Suryas Odisha by seven wickets to fi…

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Post-tropical cyclone Milton passes to the south

October 11, 2024

Blustery winds and showers were expected to gradually ease overnight as the remnants of post-tropical cyclone Milton pass the island.
Michelle Pitcher, the director of the Bermuda Weather Service, sai…

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