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The Ministry of Education Thanks WindReach for their Donation of Inclusive Literature to Bermuda Public Schools

The Ministry and Department of Education extend thanks to WindReach for their donation of inclusive literature to Bermuda Public Preschools and Primary Schools.

Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP, expressed, “WindReach generously donated a package of five inclusive books to each Bermuda Public Preschool and Primary School in recognition of the UN International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is celebrated on December 3rd.” 

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HSBC To Shine A Light On Supporting IDPWD

The International Day of Persons With Disabilities [IDPWD] will be celebrated on Friday [Dec 3] and for the second consecutive year, HSBC will shine a light on what this represents to the organization. A spokesperson said, “Promoted by the United Nations since 1992, IDPWD celebrates the achievements and contributions – as well as increases awareness, […]

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Tenth Batch Of Covid Vaccines To Arrive

The tenth delivery of Covid-19 vaccines is set to arrive in Bermuda today [Dec 2]  Government House said. Government House posted online, saying, “A 10th delivery of vaccines to Bermuda arrives on Island today. Each journey is around 3,600 miles from Northern England to Bermuda with an unbroken cold chain in shippers which lasts only 84 […]

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Online Government Services Interruption Tonight

The Department of Information and Digital Technologies [IDT] is advising that late tonight [Dec 3], there will be a “brief interruption of online Government services.” A Government spokesperson said, “From 11.55 p.m. Friday to 4.30 a.m. Saturday December 4, IDT will be conducting scheduled maintenance and upgrades to the current government online platforms. “The Department […]

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Changes To Pre-Arrival Testing Starts Dec 3rd

“Rapid antigen testing has been added as an approved option for pre-arrival testing of vaccinated Bermuda-bound travellers effective December 3, 2021,” the BTA said today. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government will require that the rapid antigen tests be observed and certified by a laboratory, health care entity or telehealth service for negative results to […]

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Raeven White Promoted To Sous Chef

Take Five announced the promotion of Raeven White to Sous Chef at Devils Isle Restaurant. A spokesperson said, “Raeven succeeds Sherwin Mondejar in the position of Sous Chef. Raeven will be responsible for overseeing the back of the house which includes menu creation, management of the chefs, and kitchen operations.” Matthew Pridham, Executive Chef Restaurants […]

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Dr Douglas Featured In Jaylen Brown’s Video

Bermudian professor, author and speaker Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas was recently featured in a mini-doc entitled ‘Return to Berkeley,’ which was produced by NBA all-star Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics and Brown’s brand ‘Juice.’ Dr. Douglas had the opportunity to partner with the Celtics’ guard during Brown’s visit to his alma mater, UC Berkeley, where […]

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City Of Hamilton Launches Free Parking Initiative

The City of Hamilton will be launching its Three For Free holiday parking initiative again this year, following the success of last year’s programme. A spokesperson said, “The initiative will allow for holiday shoppers to park in City Hall Car Park and Number 1 Car Park for free for the first three hours from December 13th […]

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Ministry Of Education Thanks WindReach

The Ministry and Department of Education extended their thanks to WindReach for their donation of inclusive literature to Bermuda Public Preschools and Primary Schools. Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, “WindReach generously donated a package of five inclusive books to each Bermuda Public Preschool and Primary School in recognition of the UN International Day of […]

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Steven Lambert Jr & Jayson Jackson Appointed

The Bermuda Government Consolidated Board of Trustees announced the appointments of Steven Lambert Jr. as Head Golf Professional at the Port Royal Golf Course and Jayson Jackson as the Head Golf Course Superintendent of Bermuda Government Golf Courses. A spokesperson said, “These two key senior management level appointments are with immediate effect, which form part of […]

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BF&M Donates Towards Covid Tests For Charities

BF&M Limited has donated $10,000 to the Bermuda Community Foundation to fund a Covid-19 testing regime for Bermuda-registered charities and non-profit organisations delivering front-line services. A spokesperson said, “While some non-profits have been able to garner support through existing relationships or from the corporate sector, many have not. These groups are dependent on collective funding partners […]

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Mosaic Insurance Invites Capital Partners

Mosaic Insurance has launched a syndicated program ”inviting capital from commercial partners to underwrite complex specialty risks in regional markets throughout the world.” A spokesperson said, “The initiative provides much-needed additional capacity to clients at a time of increased demand amid market constraints. “Under the framework, Mosaic sources and selects specialty risks in domestic markets typically not seen in London, underwriting […]

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Over 50 Extractions At Fresh Breath Event

Thirty-six patients were able to take advantage of Fresh Breath Dental’s recent Community Day, with a total of 51 teeth extracted. A spokesperson said, “Fresh Breath Dental had its Community Day for free extractions this year on 26th November 2021. There were 36 patients who had a total of 51 teeth extracted. “This year we had […]

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Column: ‘Effects Of Flawed Airport Deal’

[Opinion column written by MP Neville Tyrrell] 5 years after that fateful day of December 2nd, 2016, where peaceful protesters were attacked as they called for transparency, we are still living with the effects of the flawed airport deal. To date, Bermuda has paid out $41 million in minimum revenue guarantees to a bank account on […]

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Video: Xterra Race Preview With Flora Duffy

Bermuda’s Flora Duffy will be heading to Maui for the 25th Xterra World Championship race, which is set to take place this Sunday [Dec 5]. Duffy is the defending world champion, and is the only triathlete in the world to have claimed five Xterra world titles, and the organisation posted a preview video of the event which features the […]

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24 Exchange Raises $14M Investment Round

24 Exchange announced that it has raised a $14.25 million funding round led by Point72 Ventures. The company said, “The investment will support the continued expansion of the company’s robust multi-asset trading platform to encompass additional asset classes, including equities and cryptocurrencies. This expansion will bring new trading options to 24 Exchange’s growing base of […]

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AM Best: Bermuda, Cayman, Barbados Captives

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, Bermuda, Cayman Islands and Barbados [BCIB] captives continue to outperform the U.S. commercial casualty composite on underwriting and operating profitability, according to a new AM Best report. The Best’s Market Segment Report, titled, “Rated BCIB Captives Continue Strong Performance in Comparison to Commercial Casualty Composite,” states that despite the pandemic, the […]

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Labour Minister Attends ILO Caribbean Meeting

Minister of Labour Jason Hayward attended the International Labour Organization Caribbean Labour Minister’s Meeting. A Government spokesperson said, “On Tuesday, 23 November 2021, the Minister of Labour, the Hon. Jason P Hayward, JP MP, attended the International Labour Organization [the “ILO”] Caribbean Labour Minister’s Meeting in preparation for the second part of the 109th Session […]

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Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For November 2021

During November 2021, Bernews posted over 200 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included the vehicle overboard in East End, Remembrance Day ceremony, Throne Speech, Safe Space Bermuda Candlelight Vigil, and more. As far as Facebook videos, the most […]

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Meeting of Caribbean Ministers of Labour in the English and Dutch Speaking Caribbean

On Tuesday, 23 November 2021, the Minister of Labour, the Hon. Jason P Hayward, JP MP, attended the International Labour Organization (the “ILO”) Caribbean Labour Minister’s Meeting in preparation for the second part of the 109th Session of the International Labour Conference (the “ILC”), which is taking place from 25 November to 11 December 2021.

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Man Arrested In Connection With Alleged Scam

The police have arrested a 35-year-old man in connection with an alleged scam. Acting Assistant Commissioner Nicholas Pedro said, “The Financial Crime Unit has arrested a 35-year-old man, as a result of an alleged fraudulent investment scheme operated over a well-known social media site. “The local man, who cannot be named, was arrested earlier today […]

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Ministry: 15 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [December 1] with the list indicating that there are nine bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 9 runs cancelled this morning, 6 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

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November: Top 10 Bernews Instagram Photos

During November 2021, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included a depiction of the Seabased project, children cheering on Flora Duffy in UAE, the Hamilton Princess’ annual holiday gingerbread creation, and more. #1 – A depiction of the Seabased project View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bernews.com […]

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BPS Seek Assistance Locating ‘Person Of Interest’

The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 41-year-old Jahmeco Blakeney, who they said is a “person of interest to police.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 41-year-old, Jahmeco Blakeney. “Mr. Blakeney is a brown skinned male, approximately 5’ 8” in height, slim built, has […]

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