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| The seventh week in Bermuda Flag Football League action at the TN Tatem Middle School Field saw a double header that produced a total of 152 points. In the opener, the Blue Bombers defeated the Wolf Pack 38 – 15. The Player of the Game for Blue Bombers was Tripp Davies with 3 passing touchdowns […]
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| The Bermuda Taxi Owners & Operators Association [BTOA] recently held a members meeting. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Taxi Owners & Operators Association held a members meeting on Tuesday, January 25. “During this meeting, the following were elected to the Executive, as per the BTOA Constitution: Owner Representative – Mr. Leo Simmons Owner Representative – […]
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| The CFA Society Bermuda financial literacy series will return to the Bermuda College starting on February 23. A spokesperson said, “CFA Society Bermuda’s popular financial literacy series returns to the Bermuda College beginning February 23. This four-part series is designed for anyone who is looking to learn more about personal finance and basic financial literacy […]
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| [Opinion column written by Milena Pimentel] Does Bermuda truly care and value families with young children? Recent data highlighting a decrease in birth rate in Bermuda accentuates the critical need to look at the early learning and child care sector on the island. This article combined with my own personal experiences of birthing and parenting […]
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| The Bermuda End-to-End Charitable Trust [ETE] announced its partnership with Convex Group Limited, with Convex set to become ETE’s new title sponsor for the upcoming 2022 charitable event, now titled Convex End-to-End. A spokesperson said, “Marking the 35th anniversary of Bermuda’s most successful fundraising event, Convex End-to-End will take place on Saturday, May 7th. A full […]
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| The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the appointment of Dr. Rosemarie McMahon as the Consulting Director to the Youth Climate initiative, a “fundamental component of Bermuda’s first Youth Climate Summit held in November 2021.” A spokesperson said, “The Youth Climate Initiative was established to support Summit participants through a year of youth-led sustainability, conservation, […]
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| Mosaic Insurance has partnered with hybrid fronting carrier Transverse Insurance Group to activate $20 million in much-needed cybersecurity capacity in the US market. A spokesperson said, “Mosaic Insurance has partnered with hybrid fronting carrier Transverse Insurance Group to activate $20 million in much-needed cybersecurity capacity in the US market. “The strategic partnership marks an expansion […]
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| The Berkeley Institute’s ‘One Island, One Book‘ initiative begins today [Feb 1], with the public invited to “begin reading and participating in the February and March activity.” A spokesperson said, “One Island, One Book starts today, February 1, 2022. The Berkeley Institute invites you to begin reading and participating in the February and March activity […]
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| For the month of February, Bermuda is hosting the first-ever Forbes Under 30 Residency program, with a group of alumni of the global Forbes 30 Under 30 lists spending time on the island, taking part in various activities. A BTA spokesperson said, “For the month of February, Bermuda will host the first-ever Forbes Under 30 Residency program. “Presented in partnership […]
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| A celebration was held yesterday [Jan 31] at the Bermuda Molecular Diagnostics and Research Laboratory to thank Dr. Carika Weldon – who returned home to assist the island at the start of the pandemic — for her service to Bermuda. “We want her to know that we appreciate her, appreciate everything that she’s done for our […]
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| Bermudian footballer Nahki Wells will be staying with Bristol City after the club rejected two offers from Cardiff. A Bristol Live story said, “Bristol City keep hold of Antoine Semenyo while Nahki Wells and Kasey Palmer stay put despite loan offers from Cardiff. “Cardiff have made two loan bids for Nahki Wells in the last […]
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| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda [BBBS] recently launched their Zoom series “Unlocking Potential” with Bermudian football star Nahki Wells serving as their first guest. In an online post, the charity said, “BBBS launched our Zoom series “Unlocking Potential” with our first guest Bermudian football star Nahki Wells. It was a question and answer session where our […]
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| Northshore Medical Center’s [NMAC] Covid-19 test TeleHealth Kits are now sold at the airport and via the Sargasso Sea delivery service. A spokesperson said, “The mission at Northshore Medical Center [NMAC] is to ensure that Bermuda and her guests always have convenient, affordable healthcare solutions. Pre-pandemic, this was their mission and their management team is striving even […]
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| The Bermuda Boxing Federation [BBF] said they see a “bright future for the next generation of fighters, with a statement made on Saturday Night by its member athletes after a long anticipated return to the ring.” A spokesperson said, “Adrian Roach established at Fight Night Champion 2022 that he is the new top amateur boxer […]
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| Sakari Famous and her McNeese State Women’s Track and Field teammates competed at the McNeese Indoor & Multis in Louisiana. Famous claimed the win in the women’s high jump with a top leap of 1.66m or 5 feet 5.25 inches. Related Stories Bermuda Athletes Rank Well On NACAC Caitlyn Bobb Named Track Performer Of Week […]
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| Rockal Evans returned to action competing in the Australia Finn Club Championship Series. A total of 7 sailors competed in the series, with three races sailed on the day. The Bermudian sailed to victory in the first two races of the day before finishing second in the final race of the day. Evans finished with […]
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| In the fourth of our five-part series for 2022 World Wetlands Day, we take a 360 degree tour of Spittal Pond, which is described as “Bermuda’s only example of a non-tidal permanent brackish lagoon” and “the most important wetland for wintering waterfowl and transient shorebirds.” Declared a “Wetland of International Importance” in 1999, Spittal Pond […]
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| Warriors Golf group competed against HGA Golf group at Turtle Hill golf course using a handicap system. A total of 20 players from Warriors Golf group and 20 players from HGA Golf group took to the course. In an evenly poised contest, HGA emerged victorious defeating Warriors 17 points to 13 points. Related Stories Warriors […]
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| January 31 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,665.22, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 decline, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 28 2022 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 27 […]
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“Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death”, said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson, JP, MP. “I extend my deepest condolences to everyone associated with the deceased.”
Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 6199 test results, and 241 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 3.9%.
These results are from testing done on:
§ Wednesday: 80 positive out of 1823 results (4.4% positivity)
§ Thursday: 66 positive out of 1767 results (3.7% positivity)
(Hamilton, Bermuda – Friday, January 31 2022) – The Cabinet Office today announced that the Bermuda Health Council would continue to provide support to transition activities at the Bermuda Molecular Diagnostic and Research Laboratory (MDL), in accordance with the Bermuda Health Council Act 2004.
| Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the North Hamilton, Humpback whales, rainbow, Shelly Bay beach, Long Bay […]
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| The Bermuda National Athletics Association hosted their second track meet of 2022 at the National Sports Center. Arima Turner won the women’s 100 meter dash open clocking 13.25, J`naz Richards was second in 13.48, and Massassi Maxwell-Smith finished third clocking 13.62. The men’s 200 meter dash open race was won by Antonio Bailey who clocked […]
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| Bermuda Tourism Authority Chief Executive Officer Charles Jeffers II will be joining Bernews at 8.00pm on Monday evening [Jan 31] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, and if you have a question you would like to ask Mr Jeffers please feel free to leave a comment here or on the […]
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| Dr. Pradeep Ambrose will join the MDL team to become the Primary Scientist “as part of a directorship transition,” the Bermuda Health Council will “continue to provide support,” and experienced lab operations personnel David Rogers and Andresa Bashir will provide ”operational support to the MDL team.” These changes are being made as Dr Carika Weldon — […]
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| 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 official Government and Legal notices today [Jan 31] include appointments, PATI information statement, trademark applications, large group exemption and notice of intended marriages. Board Of Trustees Of The Golf Courses Appointments Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0153/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 31 January 2022 The Minister of Public […]
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| The Ministry received 6199 test results – spanning four days — and 241 were positive, so active cases have now decreased to 925, of which 14 people are in hospital, with 2 in ICU, and sadly the Minister has confirmed there has been another coronavirus related death. “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death”, […]
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| The Minister has confirmed the sad news that “Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death,” marking the 117th coronavirus related death since the start of the pandemic in 2020. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has recorded another coronavirus related death. I extend my deepest condolences to everyone associated with the deceased.” This […]
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| Tuesday, February 1 is expected to see a fair start, cloudier by evening with showers returning, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at […]
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| Off Level BDA has donated $1,270 to the Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society [BASE]. A spokesperson said, “The season for giving continues into the new year. Off Level BDA has donated $1,270 to the Bermuda Autism Support and Education Society. “The donation was a benefit from the Off Level Games recently held at Southampton […]
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| A man with an outstanding warrant who was traveling at 83kph while riding an unlicensed and uninsured motorcycle whilst disqualified and in possession of a knife was arrested, while on a separate note police issued 35 tickets for speeding including “two motorcar drivers who were suspected to be racing and were clocked at 91kph and 93 respectively.” […]
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| ProSports announced the signing of Kamau Leverock at Rode Park & Lawton Club in the North Staffs and South Cheshire [NSSC] League in England. Leverock has been playing for Caythorpe Cc in Nottingham Premier League for last 4 years, and he is a left-handed batsman who also bowls right-arm fast-medium. Related Stories Emmerson Carrington To […]
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| [Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Ben Smith] If you repeat a lie enough times some people will start to believe it’s the truth. The PLP did a great job of repeating to everyone that the America’s Cup was bad for Bermuda. They continue to repeat this lie every time they feel the pressure […]
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| Blue Devils FC announced that Cal Blankendal has joined the club as an Advisor, and “will be actively working to strengthen ties between Bermuda, Bermuda FA, local football clubs and Blue Devils FC. ” The Canadian based club’s announcement said, “Blue Devils FC announced today that Cal Blankendal has joined the club as an Advisor. […]
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| The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is offering free admission during its Free For February event, with this year’s iteration sponsored by BF&M. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda is opening its doors for free to all Bermuda residents during the month of February. This year, Free for February is generously sponsored by […]
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