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| The Bermuda Tourism Authority released its 2020 Year-End Report showing the ”impact of the 2020 pandemic with predictably deep losses” with total leisure visitor spending down 88.7% compared to 2019, total air visitors down 84.4%, and cruise visitors down 98.3%. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda end-of-year tourism industry metrics highlight the impact of the 2020 pandemic with […]
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| Staff from BELCO and Ascendant Group held a food drive campaign, and distributed approximately 700 bags of food to families this weekend. A spokesperson said, “As Bermuda continues to be affected by the economic difficulties caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic, BELCO staff decided they wanted to give back to the community and help families who may […]
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| The next time Bermuda competes in the Special Olympics we may also have a swimming team take part, as Special Olympics Bermuda just started a new swimming training programme, with their first session held this weekend at the Saltus pool. “Today’s our first swim training for Special Olympics Bermuda, we just added swimming to our […]
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| The Association of Bermuda Insurers & Reinsurers [ABIR] today announced a slate of appointments of member company industry executives to lead committees and working groups. “ABIR has a deep bench of talented, re/insurance executives willing to lead on important regulatory, policy and international industry initiatives,” said ABIR Chair and Arch Capital Group CEO Marc Grandisson. “I’d […]
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| The 2021 Superkarts USA Winter Series program will close out this weekend with Scott Barnes competing at the AMR Homestead-Miami Motorplex presented by MG Tires. Rounds three and four of the ‘best of three’ championship program will be contested in Homestead, Florida to decide this year’s titles. During the Pro/Mas Shifter by PSL Karting Final, […]
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| The Bermuda National Athletics Association hosted a Carifta Games Trial Track Meet at the National Sports Center. Ellie Richmond met the Under 20 Women’s Javelin Throw Carita Games 2020 qualifying standard with a top toss of 37.80m. Za’kayza Parsons just missed out on the Under 20 Women’s 100m Dash Carifta Games qualifying standard when she […]
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| The Manders Tennis Management 2021 Championships continued at the Fairmont Southampton tennis courts. Denzel Hollis defeated Vincent Boisvert in straight sets 7-5, 6-1 in the Elite B Division Final, while Jayden Lambert defeated Kaylah Dowling 6-3 in their Green Ball 2 Division final match. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross Win 2011 Argus Open Photos, […]
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| The Bermuda National Library will be hosting a webinar ‘Is My Soil Good?’ on Wednesday, February 17 at 6.00pm. A promotion for the event said, “Continue on your gardening journey and learn how to grow your own delicious food in healthy soil. Join Grow Biointensive Gardening Teacher Frances Eddy for her second online zoom session with […]
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| Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone! News that Penny & Drum named a new candle in honour of Linda Bogle-Mienzer, upgrade work is set to begin at Western Stars Club, and Butterfield Bank is offering card users the chance to win more than 400 restaurant vouchers and three 4-night hotel stays were all some of the […]
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| Arch Insurance Company announced a new online platform that allows brokers to rapidly price and purchase Business Travel Accident [BTA] policies for U.S.-based companies with up to 250 business travelers. A spokesperson said, “The platform, called Arch BTAExpressTM, leverages a state-of-the-art underwriting and technology experience, allowing simple plan design selection, pricing and binding of BTA […]
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| AM Best has upgraded the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “a+” from “a” and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] of PMG Assurance Ltd. [Bermuda]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings is stable. “The ratings reflect PMG’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best categorizes as very strong, as well as its strong operating […]
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| New research shows that hurricane maximum wind speeds around Bermuda have “more than doubled on average over the last 60 years due to rising ocean temperatures in the region.” “Hurricanes intensify by extracting energy from the warm ocean surface via air-sea heat fluxes, so a warmer ocean can lead to more intense hurricanes,” a spokesperson […]
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| Sunday, February 14 is expected to see sunny periods, low cloud at times, with possible mist overnight, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be […]
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| The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club Loquat Bowl was held recently with the Laser Radial Fleet, the Laser 4.7 Fleet, and the Optimist Fleets all taking to the waters. Adrianna Penruddocke won Laser Radial Class, with 4 Net Points, Chris Adderley was second with 9 points, and Brett Wright finished 3rd with 10 Net Points. In […]
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| The Hamilton Lions Club, BZS Junior Volunteers and Rubis Terceira North Shore Gas Station are helping to raise money for Vision Bermuda and the Bermuda Zoological Society, with the 52nd annual Gas-O-Rama taking place today [Feb 13] at the gas station in Devonshire. Along with the Lions Club volunteers, recently appointed Acting US Consul General Alan […]
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| Bullying “is not allowed nor tolerated in the Bermuda Public School System” and if it “does happen, it needs to be reported and addressed immediately,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said. “The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain took note of recent reports of alleged bullying and harassment in Bermuda’s public schools and urged educators, parents and […]
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| The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] held their annual Plant and Bake Sale today [Feb 13] at Waterville in Paget, with the event featuring baked goods, honey, locally grown plants and more. Attendees had their temperature taken when entering, and masks were mandatory. Prior to the event, the BNT said, “Shop a diverse assortment of unusual […]
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| The Bermuda Cricket Umpires Association [BCUA] will be offering a 6-week umpire training programme starting on Tuesday, February 23rd. A spokesperson said, “Did you know that there are ten ways a batsman can get out in cricket? Most people know “bowled”, “caught”, “stumped”, “LBW”, and “run out”, but what about the other 5? The others are […]
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| The Bermuda PGA has launched a series entitled “Getting To Know Bermuda’s Golf Professionals” to highlight local golfers, with the first story featuring Brian Morris. A Bermuda PGA spokesperson said, “In our first feature story about a Bermuda PGA Golf Professional we start with Brian Morris, Golf Professional at Ocean View Golf Course. “The popular […]
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| The Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert released the 2020 Q2 Balance of Payments & International Investment Position publication from the Department of Statistics. The Minister explained, “Bermuda’s trade with non-residents resulted in a $250 million surplus for the second quarter of 2020, increasing $94 million from a year ago. This growth was due […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], One Communications Ltd. advised that pursuant to BSX Regulation Section IIA 6.14[2][i], on 10 February 2021, 6,423 common shares were repurchased for cancellation at a price of $3.95. Related Stories One Communications Share Repurchases One Communications Share Repurchase One Communications Share Repurchase One Communications Share Repurchase […]
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| February 12 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,273.69, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And […]
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The Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP took note of recent reports of alleged bullying and harassment in Bermuda’s public schools and urged educators, parents and students to take action when it occurs.
He responded to a press statement by activist group Social Justice Bermuda which indicated that some students face bullying and harassment based on their choice of religion.
Today the Minister for the Cabinet Office the Hon. Wayne Furbert, JP, MP, released the 2020 Q2 Balance of Payments & International Investment Position publication from the Department of Statistics.
The Minister explained, “Bermuda’s trade with non-residents resulted in a $250 million surplus for the second quarter of 2020, increasing $94 million from a year ago. This growth was due mainly to an increase in the surplus balance on the primary income account and a smaller deficit on the goods account.
Good day.
The Ministry of Health received 395 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19.
Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries.
There are currently seven active cases, of which;
· Four are under public health monitoring and;
· Three are in hospital with none in critical care.
Since March 2020, Bermuda has recorded 694 total confirmed cases of COVID-19; out of those, 675 persons have recovered, and 12 persons have sadly succumbed to COVID-19.
| With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]
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| The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs launched ‘Creatives Live,’ a local entertainment initiative aimed at showcasing Bermuda’s talented artists, with the first event held today [Feb 12] featuring local singer Joy T. Barnum. A spokesperson previously said, “Creatives Live! is a midday concert series that offers an opportunity for the community to support local […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 12] include acting appointments and a betting licence notice. Acting Appointment: Director, Department Of Marine And Ports Services Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0147/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Cabinet Headquarters Publication Date: 12 February 2021 David C. Simmons, Harbour Master, […]
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| The police and TCD will be “conducting traffic enforcement initiatives in the eastern and western areas of the island” on Monday [Feb 15] and Tuesday [Feb 16]. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], wishes to advise the public that on Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th February, 2021, the Transport Control Department will […]
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| Saturday, February 13 is expected to see sunny periods, with morning rain showers dissipating by afternoon, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| There were 395 test results since the last update, and none were positive for Covid-19, so the island currently has seven active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 395 test results since the last update, and none were positive for COVID-19. “Additionally, since the last update, there were no recoveries. “There […]
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| The One Bermuda Alliance commended the owners of Hotel Co and the St Regis Bermuda Hotel and Residence for “their continued belief in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “The Leader of the Opposition, the Hon. N. Cole Simons, J.P., M.P., is today commending the owners of Hotel Co and St Regis Bermuda Hotel and Residence, Laura […]
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| Last night [Feb 11] the police received a report that “multiple gunshots were fired at a residence” in Hamilton Parish, and the police said that while a search of the location “revealed no forensic evidence to confirm the report”, anyone who may have information on this alleged incident is asked to contact them. A police […]
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| One of Bermuda’s most historic houses is undergoing renovations, with the Verdmont property in Smith’s Parish — which is more than 300 years old — to remain closed to the public until the work is completed this spring. A Bermuda National Trust spokesperson said, “One of Bermuda’s most important historic houses is undergoing renovations to make […]
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| “The annual rate of inflation remains negative for a fourth consecutive month,” according to the newly released Consumer Price Index [CPI] from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister for the Cabinet Office the Hon. Wayne L. Furbert, JP, MP, released the October 2020 Consumer Price Index [CPI] publication from the […]
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