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| The Bermuda Police Service advised they are aware of an online investment scam, in which members of the public are encouraged to invest in a cryptocurrency auto-trading programme called “Bitcoin Hack”. A police spokesperson said, “The scam involves using the names and images of well-known individuals including Governor, Rena Lalgie, identifying them as having invested […]
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| “Ot is the intention of the government to move forward with legislating single-use plastics in such a way as to have the largest possible positive impact on the environment and human health whilst at the same time minimising any negative economic impacts,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s […]
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| Daniel Philips has advanced to the ITF J4 Bayamón Puerto Rico Bowl final after a tough Semi-Final battle. Phillips took on American Maxwell Exsted in the semi-final and the pair battled in a three-setter. Phillips went ahead 1 – 0 after winning the first set 6-4, but Exsted leveled the match at 1 – 1 […]
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| CONCACAF has confirmed the schedule for the CONCACAF W Qualifiers [CWQ] matches taking place during the FIFA Women’s International Match Window of April 2022. In doing so CONCACAF has confirmed that Bermuda will play their match on April 12th against Grenada at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. Bermuda will face the […]
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| Bermudian model Aliana King has been featured in yet another international marketing campaign, with time for the FREDDY WR.UP brand. According to the brand’s website, “FREDDY is an apparel brand established in 1976, based in Italy and specializing in stylish women’s shaping pants.” Ms. King has also appeared in a number of other campaigns for […]
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| March 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,495.00, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 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 LOM Company […]
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| Today [March 18] marks two years since the first Covid-19 cases were confirmed in Bermuda. The cases were confirmed at the time as two residents who recently traveled home from the United Kingdom and United States. Since then, Bermuda has seen a total of 11,989 cases, tragically resulting in 125 deaths. For a full look […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [March 18] include amendment of large group exemptions. Amendment Of Large Group Exemptions Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0335/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 18 March 2022 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations 2021 Amendment Of Large Group […]
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| The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 59-year-old Amtina Tweed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 59-year-old Amtina Tweed. “Ms. Tweed, apparently also known as Tina, is described as dark complexioned, 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing around 140 pounds and was […]
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Mr. Speaker, among the most expensive items we must buy in our everyday lives is gas or diesel for cars and bikes. We make time to work, we take our children to school, we take an elderly relative for a drive or we use a vehicle to ply our trade. Every Bermudian makes use of fuel and is impacted by an increase in its cost.
Mr. Speaker, Honourable Members and the public may have noted that in January there was an increase of 1.7% for gasoline and an increase of 3.2% for diesel. In February the increases were 4.9% for gasoline and 4.7% for diesel.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of the results of the public consultation on single-use plastics that was conducted during the autumn of 2021. Honourable members will be aware that a policy was launched in August entitled: “Regulating Single-use plastics in Bermuda: Policy paper for public consultation”. I would also like to inform Honourable Members of the next steps that we intend to take to ensure the realization of this Throne Speech initiative.
MR SPEAKER,
An African Proverb says this “…If we stand tall, it is because we stand on the shoulders of our ancestors…”
MR. SPEAKER,
Often I hear in the community that Bermuda history is not captured sufficiently, that members of the public do not have a firm grasp of the Bermuda story, compared to other countries worldwide. This lack of understanding of our story can make people not appreciate or feel as attached to or proud of their island home.
MR. SPEAKER,
| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 18] with the list indicating that there are thirty-three bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 33 runs cancelled this morning, 28 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Jah-Nhai Perinchief has finished 5th in the World Athletics Championships in Belgrade. Perinchief leaped a season best 16.95m, with the top four all leaping over 17 meters. We will update with further information as able. Related Stories Perinchief Qualifies For NCAA Championships Perinchief Wins Invitational Men’s Triple Jump Jah-Nhai Perinchief Qualifies: Indoor Nationals Jah-Nhai Perinchief […]
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| The police have confirmed the sad news that an 89-year-old man has died after a fire in Devonshire apartment building. A police spokesperson said, “Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can confirm that the 89-year-old man seriously injured in a fire at a Devonshire apartment building Thursday, 17th March 2022 was subsequently pronounced dead at […]
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Brangman, by Meredith Andrews, was selected for Portrait of Humanity…
| Cabinet has agreed to make adjustments to public health regulations surrounding Covid-19, including extending the island’s public health emergency and changes to masking requirements. In yesterday’s press conference, Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Cabinet has agreed to make the following adjustments to public health regulations: “The current Covid Regulations, which were set to expire […]
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| The second event of the inaugural Moon Gate Tour season has once again attracted many of the island’s top professional and amateur golfers and will be contested at the Ocean View Golf Course starting this morning at 11.30am. Amateur Damian Palanyandi and Nick Jones were the first Moongate Tour winners after both carded a round […]
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| [Written by Stephen Wright] Muay Thai fighter Tyler Kerr is determined to cause an upset after being handed a surprise title shot at the prestigious Warriors Cup in Queens, New York, next month. The Bermudian will be the underdog when he challenges Marco Matias for the lightweight championship title in the A Division at the […]
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| As of March 12th, Bermuda has administered a total of 126,461 vaccinations and 72.5% of the population has received two doses and 72.0% of those eligible for a booster have received it. In releasing the latest test results, a Government spokesperson said, “Since January 11, 2021, Bermuda residents have received a total of 126,461 vaccinations. […]
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| Daniel Phillips had a mixed day on his fourth day of competing in the ITF J4 Bayamón Puerto Rico Bowl where he took the court for a singles and doubles match on the day. In his singles match, sixth seed Phillips would take on Lucca Pignaton from Brazil, Phillips won the first set 6-3, then won […]
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