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Ascot bolsters finance team with two senior promotions

October 28, 2024

Bermudian-based Ascot has promoted Michael Grayston to the position of group treasurer and chief investment officer and Sarah Thompson to the post of group chief accounting officer.
In his newly expan…

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Aon appoints Jared Ball to lead global space division

October 28, 2024

Aon, the global professional services firm with operations in Bermuda, has appointed Jared Ball as global practice leader of its space division.
The news comes as Aon’s Jeff Poliseno has decided to re…

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AM Best affirms ratings of captive Maxseguros EPM

October 28, 2024

AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of Bermudian-based Maxseguros EPM Ltd, the captive insurer for Colombia’…

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Donation to help boost critical services for young men

October 28, 2024

Young, at-risk men will benefit from a boost to mental health, housing, employment and life skills services thanks to a donation to Transitional Community Services.
The “generous” donation from QBE w…

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Seri Fisher brings home karate medals

October 28, 2024

Teenager Seri Fisher has won five medals at the USA Sport Karate Championships and Elite World Championships.
After qualifying at the North American Championships, in Las Vegas in March, 14-year-old F…

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Artex and Gallagher team up to launch in Abu Dhabi

October 28, 2024

Bermudian-headquartered Artex has launched alternative risk and captive management solutions in the Abu Dhabi Global Market in partnership with Gallagher.
The company said this new development and ran…

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Corrections officers get further training from UK experts

October 28, 2024

A group of corrections instructors from Bermuda recently underwent additional training on tactical force offered by the UK Ministry of Justice Overseas Territories Justice Programme.
Corrections instr…

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Blue Circle Walk launches to help turn the tide on diabetes

October 28, 2024

The Minister of Health commended a new walking route designed to promote healthy living, as well as diabetes prevention and management.
Kim Wilson attended the launch of the Bermuda Diabetes Associat…

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St George’s colt Luke Fulton picks up Cup Match fair play award

October 28, 2024

It may have been delayed for a few months but St George’s Cup Match colt Luke Fulton finally picked up his commentator’s fair play award on Saturday.
Fulton, 17, who has been at Repton boarding school…

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Derrick Brangman sweeps 2024 BCB awards

October 28, 2024

St David’s captain Derrick Brangman picked up five awards at the Bermuda Cricket Board’s 2024 prizegiving ceremony on Saturday night.
Brangman was on hand to collect the honours for MVP and most wicke…

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Support needed to keep Salvation Army open

October 28, 2024

A lack of resources may force the Salvation Army to close its North Street location for the week.
The charity, which has used its entire October budget, encouraged individuals and businesses to donat…

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North Field track to close for World Rugby Classic

October 28, 2024

The North Field track at the National Sports Centre is to close for just over two weeks as preparations are made for the Rugby World Classic.
The track will be closed from tomorrow to November 14.
W…

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Paul Scope hits the ground running at Acrisure

October 28, 2024

With 40 years of experience in insurance brokerage, Paul Scope is confident he knows what to do as chief executive of Acrisure’s new Bermuda office.
He has been chairman of Ardonagh Specialty (Bermuda…

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Boy, 17, dies after stabbing at Devonshire Bay home

October 28, 2024

A teenager has died after a stabbing incident at a private residence on Devonshire Bay Road shortly after midnight on Saturday.
Detective Chief Inspector Derricka Burns confirmed yesterday afternoon t…

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Shipbuilder praises Spirit of Bermuda after voyage

October 28, 2024

A shipbuilder who bid for the construction of the Spirit of Bermuda found himself at the bow of the vessel last week as the ship returned to island from Canada.
John Steele, founder of Covey Island Bo…

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New Zealand lawyer Called to Bermuda Bar

October 28, 2024

A lawyer from New Zealand who moved to Bermuda last year has been given formal approval to practise in the country.
Matthew Rhodes, 30, has joined the Bermuda legal community after he was welcomed to …

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Unable to retire: a senior’s account

October 28, 2024

A senior who had to leave retirement for a part-time job to make ends meet voiced surprise that a survey reported last week on elderly workers forced back into employment did not show higher numbers.
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PHC maintain perfect record by beating Devonshire Cougars

October 27, 2024

Devonshire Cougars 0 PHC 2

PHC Zebras proved that they are again the Premier Division side to beat as they racked up their fourth consecutive league win against Devonshire Cougars at Devonshire R…

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Jones strikes late against former club to earn Town a point

October 27, 2024

David Jones scored twice to secure Dandy Town a 2-2 draw with former team Young Men’s Social Club at Police Field yesterday.
Both sides traded possession in a frantic and physical first half, but Town…

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Wolves fight back from three down to snatch draw against Devonshire Colts

October 27, 2024

In the first of Sunday’s double header at Devonshire Rec, Wolves produced a fine comeback to recover from being 3-0 down at half time to secure a draw against Devonshire Colts.
Colts flew out of the b…

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Aon Q3 impacted by NFP acquisition

October 27, 2024

Net income attributable to Aon shareholders decreased 25 per cent to $343 million compared with $456 million in the prior year in the latest third-quarter figures released by the company.
Adjusted ne…

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Inclusive Halloween event a treat for the community

October 27, 2024

Halloween celebrations started early this year as Beyond Inclusion hosted its second Trunk or Treat event at Bulls Head Car Park.
The event launched by Beyond Inclusion, a community group dedicated to…

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Government celebrates occupational therapists

October 27, 2024

The impact that occupational therapists have in the healthcare industry will be recognised and honoured today, the Ministry of Health announced.
World Occupational Therapist Day will shine a spotlight…

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Oliver Hayward and Erica Hawley triumph in Cambridge Beaches Triathlon

October 27, 2024

Oliver Hayward and Olympian Erica Hawley produced dominant displays to win the adult individual sprint races in the Cambridge Beaches Triathlon.
Hayward, fresh from finishing eighth at the World Triat…

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Watch: Legends ride again in Bermuda

October 27, 2024

More than 60 cyclists from past and present, some perhaps struggling to get into their lycra more than they used to, made their way around the island on Sunday.
The riders met at the Flagpole on Front…

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Arch named fastest-growing firm in property and casualty

October 27, 2024

Bermudian-based Arch Capital Group Ltd has been named the fastest-growing firm among the world’s largest property and casualty insurers, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Its gross prem…

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Boy, 17, dead after stabbing incident at Devonshire Bay home

October 27, 2024

A teenager has died after a stabbing incident at a home on Devonshire Bay Road shortly after midnight last night.
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said officers were seeking the public’s ass…

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Gombey Festival 2024

October 27, 2024

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Convex Group partners with NY-based data analytics firm

October 27, 2024

Convex Group Ltd, the Bermudian-based international specialty insurer and reinsurer, has selected EXL, the New York-headquartered data analytics and digital operations and solutions company, for a mul…

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Bermuda’s Apex Group becomes official partner of US SailGP

October 27, 2024

Apex Group, the Bermudian-based global financial solutions company, has become an official partner of the United States SailGP team.
The team’s other partners include Tommy Hilfiger, T-Mobile and Red …

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New RFP for Pembroke Canal maintenance published

October 27, 2024

The Ministry of Public Works has put out a new request for proposals for maintenance work on the Pembroke Canal, months after a previous RFP was issued.
The work centres on the equipment where the flo…

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Jai Bean scores twice as North Village extend winning run

October 26, 2024

Hamilton Parish 0 North Village 5

Jai Bean, who made a huge impact for Bermuda in recent Concacaf Nations League matches, continued his goalscoring form as he struck twice to help North Village e…

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Gombey Festival takes off with flying colours

October 26, 2024

Hundreds of spectators visited the Botanical Gardens under fine skies this afternoon to take in this year’s Gombey Festival.
Bermuda’s heritage was put on full display as families and spectators came …

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Nevis leader on island for talks on deepening ties

October 26, 2024

Bermuda has shared avenues for mutual growth and deepening ties with St Kitts and Nevis after the Premier of Nevis, Mark Brantley, called on the island.
David Burt, the Premier, welcomed Mr Brantley t…

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Olympians Erica Hawley and Tyler Smith headline Cambridge Beaches triathlon

October 26, 2024

Olympians Tyler Smith and Erica Hawley are excited to race in the Cambridge Beaches Triathlon tomorrow.
Smith, who is on the island recuperating from injury, has opted to do the 20km bike ride as part…

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North Village hunt for third straight win

October 26, 2024

After walking away with three points against St George’s Colts at Wellington Oval last week, North Village return to the same venue at 3pm this afternoon, searching for their third straight victory ag…

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Legends back in saddle to celebrate 50th anniversary of BBA

October 26, 2024

Some of Bermuda’s cycling legends will be back on the bike this weekend to celebrate the Bermuda Bicycle Association’s 50th anniversary.
The BBA was officially established on October 8, 1974, after th…

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Warwick Academy in hockey clean sweep

October 26, 2024

Warwick Academy achieved a clean sweep in the Bermuda Schools Sports Federation/Bermuda Hockey Federation middle schools field hockey tournament by winning both the girls and boys tournaments at the N…

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Dolphinfish sightings prove there is good in every ill wind

October 26, 2024

Opportunists are the only fishermen of any description that have been able to slip out on to the deep sea in recent days. The weather has been frowning on any such expeditions for so long now that mos…

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Should you plan for inheritance?

October 26, 2024

The topic of inheritance is a tricky one. Some people feel they are owed it, whereas others feel like they earned it. But the key question I’m interested in here is: what are some of the inherent risk…

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Teenagers can benefit from inclusion in budget conversations

October 26, 2024

Dear Dave,
My husband and I began your plan a few months ago.
We love the process of living on a budget, and how it has helped us gain control of our finances.
Our kids are 14 and 13 now. Do you think…

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Complaints about judges wait as committee protocol amended

October 26, 2024

Members of the public with complaints about Supreme Court judges have had their grievances put on hold after a judicial committee was found to have “no power” to deal with them.
The Judicial and Legal…

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Extra mental health funding to continue in next Budget

October 26, 2024

Bermuda is to adapt Britain’s mental health charity, Mind, to the island’s needs as part of an additional investment in social services unveiled last month by David Burt, the Premier.
Kim Wilson, the …

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Kenneth Smith (1922-2024): meticulous musician

October 26, 2024

A celebrated jazz musician earned a place of honour in the island’s musical history over a 60-year career, including the 2002 Queen’s Birthday Honours list with other members of the band he founded.
K…

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Search is on for next Information Commissioner

October 26, 2024

A new Information Commissioner for Bermuda is being sought, as lawyer Gitanjali Gutierrez prepares to depart early next year from the post she will have held for a decade.
The Government has posted ad…

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New lawyer aims to find niche in the litigation world

October 26, 2024

A pupil at Carey Olsen has eyes on the litigation sector after being admitted to the Bermuda Bar.
Padraic O’Shaughnessy, 25, was Called to the Bar yesterday in front of colleagues and loved ones.
He t…

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Beyoncé sports ring from Bermudian jewellers

October 26, 2024

Music superstar Beyoncé Knowles was spotted wearing jewellery designed by a Bermudian couple.
Last Saturday, the celebrity posted a photograph on Instagram wearing a ring from Davidrose Studio, which …

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Witnesses to 2021 double murder urged to speak out

October 25, 2024

The Bermuda Police Service have renewed their calls for witnesses to a deadly shooting at the Robin Hood Restaurant in Pembroke on the eve of the double murder’s third anniversary.
Assistant Police Co…

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Lecture to explore the role of earth’s first life forms

October 25, 2024

A free lecture about the vital and ongoing role of microbiomes, the first forms of life on planet Earth, will take place at the end of this month.
The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce w…

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Bermuda Gas customers win prizes

October 25, 2024

More than 100 people received a prize through a Bermuda Gas promotion.
The scheme offered prize opportunities to Bermuda Gas customers who bought or exchanged a 17lb or 31lb composite cylinder between…

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