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Canopius to implement AdvantageGo’s underwriting platform

September 27, 2023

AdvantageGo, the commercial re/insurance technology provider, has announced an underwriting platform partnership with Canopius, the global specialty re/insurer with an operation in Bermuda.
The London…

Boxing champ who walked the walk now ready to talk the talk

September 27, 2023

Champion boxer Teresa Perozzi has added another string to her bow.
Ms Perozzi, the former WBA middleweight world boxing champion, three-time fittest female cross fit competitor in Bermuda, certified s…

IB Week focuses on industry role in the community

September 27, 2023

Bermuda’s International Business sector is being highlighted this week for its contributions to the island.
As part of the annual IB Week, the Association of Bermuda International Companies has launc…

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Motorcyclist gets roads ban and fine for drink-driving

September 27, 2023

A man who crashed his bike in St George’s has been disqualified from driving all vehicles for 18 months.
Thomas Mahoney, 29, from Paget, admitted drink-driving when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court …

BF&M improves net income for first six months

September 27, 2023

BF&M Ltd has reported consolidated net income for the six months to June 30 of nearly $13.9 million.
The combined insurance service and net investment result was a gain of $31.3 million, driven by…

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Go Green this November in support of sustainable living

September 27, 2023

All things environmentally friendly go on display courtesy of the charity Greenrock this November with the Living Green Expo in Dockyard.
On November 19, from 10am to 6pm, the expo hosts a string of h…

Netball season given green light as court renovations finish

September 27, 2023

The new netball season is set to start at the end of October after renovation works on the courts at Bernard Park are on the verge of completion.
The courts were shut down early this year over safety …

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Government to set up fund to invest in blue economy

September 27, 2023

The Government is planning to set up a privately administered investment fund to support development of the blue economy.
Walter Roban, the Minister of Home Affairs, made the announcement at a United…

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Tropical Storm Philippe weakening and no threat

September 27, 2023

Tropical Storm Philippe is expected to weaken far from Bermuda, however, another storm could form in the coming days.
While early forecasts had suggested that Philippe could strengthen and steer towar…

Insurance industry urged to step up on cybercrime

September 27, 2023

Insurance professionals must co-operate to fight cybercrime, the director-general of the Association of British Insurers has said, days after one of the worst cyberattacks in Bermuda history.
“Cybercr…

Cayman sub-poverty wages review delayed

September 27, 2023

A highly anticipated Cayman Islands report is expected to reveal a sizeable number of workers being paid below-poverty wages, and less than an even lower minimum wage (about $7.20).
Recommendations fo…

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Cyberattack: Privacy Commissioner in the dark

September 27, 2023

Privacy Commissioner Alexander White said yesterday that sharing information about breaches of confidential data was the best way to “ensure a robust and secure community”.
However, he noted that the …

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Demonstrators take to the City for second protest

September 27, 2023

An ongoing protest being staged by several industries against Government policies will make its way through Hamilton on Friday morning.
The demonstration carries on from that held at Kindley Field las…

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Minister under further pressure to say no to Fairmont SDO

September 27, 2023

A second environmental group has urged the Government to reject a request for a special development order by Fairmont Southampton hotel developers.
The Bermuda National Trust issued the plea after the…

Malachi Jones furious after mother’s health used as excuse for Bermuda axing

September 27, 2023

Being denied an opportunity to bow out of international cricket in front of his home crowd has left Malachi Jones devastated.
Jones, 34, has announced his retirement from the national team after he wa…

Jya Ratteray-Smith at the double as Bermuda go back-to-back

September 27, 2023

St Vincent & the Grenadines 0 Bermuda 4

Jya Ratteray-Smith grabbed two goals to enhance Bermuda’s hopes of qualifying for the Gold Cup with a thrashing of St Vincent & the Grenadines.
Han…

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Man, 21, admits sending menacing e-mails to officers

September 27, 2023

A 21-year-old man e-mailed police threatening to “blow up” Hamilton Police Station just days before he shattered one of the building’s glass doors, a court heard.
Elon Wainwright admitted damaging the…

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Robin Tucker appointed Opposition Senate Leader

September 27, 2023

Robin Tucker has been named the new Opposition Leader in the Senate, the One Bermuda Alliance announced.
Jarion Richardson, the Opposition leader, also recommended to the Governor, Rena Lalgie, that D…

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Get-together spreads the word on growing your own food

September 27, 2023

A community garden has taken root at the former TN Tatem Middle School in Warwick.
Aaron Crichlow, of the group Bermuda is Love, said nine volunteers got together at the garden yesterday, where the co…

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Coastal clean-up to target 60 beaches and coastal areas

September 27, 2023

Keep Bermuda Beautiful has again partnered with accounting firm EY Bermuda for the environmental charity’s largest annual clean-up.
This year’s Island-wide Coastal Clean-up is scheduled to start tomor…

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Government Administration Building back in business after closure

September 27, 2023

A main government building had to briefly close its doors this week as the Ministry of Public Works addressed “unforeseen issues”.
The Ministry of Public Works said problems were discovered in the Gov…