COVID-19 Update 31 August 2021
The Ministry of Health received 10,128 test results since the last update, and 79 were positive for the coronavirus, giving a test positivity rate of 0.8%.
These results are from testing done on:
§ Thursday, August 26: 24 positive out of 3188 results (0.8% positivity)
§ Friday, August 27: 31 positive out of 2843 results (1.1% positivity)
§ Saturday, August 28: 12 positive out of 2308 results (0.5% positivity)
§ Sunday, August 29: 12 positive out of 1789 results (0.7% positivity)
Minister congratulates Emancipation essay contest winners
Recently, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. the Hon. Ernest Peets congratulated Alay Burgess Rocker, Callahj Simons and Riley Darrell, who were the first, second and third place winners of the Emancipation Youth Creativity Competition, which was held earlier this month (August).
Those who participated in the contest were asked to submit poems, WhatsApp or YouTube videos, and any other artwork or creative expression under the theme of “How have my ancestors made me strong?”.
Covid-19: U.S. CDC Moves Bermuda To “Level 3″
| The United States CDC has now moved Bermuda up to Level 3, which states that there is a “high level of Covid-19 in Bermuda” and “unvaccinated travelers should avoid nonessential travel to Bermuda” and “because of the current situation in Bermuda, all travelers may be at risk for getting and spreading Covid-19 variant.” Screenshot from […]
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HSBC Bermuda Telephone Contact Centre
| HSBC Bermuda said they are “aware that some customers are unable to reach the HSBC Bermuda Telephone Contact Centre.” “We are investigating and will provide further updates as soon as we have more information. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories Delayed Posting Of HSBC Card Transactions HSBC’s Credit Card […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 31 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 31] include trademark applications, marriage notices and more. Notice Of Delisting Of A Building Of Special Architectural Or Historical Interest Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notice of Proposed Delisting of A Building Notice ID: GN0851/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 31 August […]
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85,415 Total Vaccinations, 65.4% Had Two Doses
| As of August 28th, Bermuda has administered a total of 85,415 vaccinations — an increase of 667 since the prior week — and 65.4% of the population has received two doses thus far. The Ministry also noted that “vaccines also appear to reduce transmission” as “with the outbreak we are experiencing now, 62% of the active […]
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August 2021: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”
| 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 a photo of the beautiful waves of summer, the islands that […]
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79 New Cases, 205 Active, 3 People In Hospital
| The Ministry received 10,128 test results — spanning 4 days of testing — and 79 were positive for the coronavirus, so there are now 205 active cases, and sadly the Ministry confirmed that “Bermuda has recorded another death of someone who was Covid positive.” 16 of the new cases are classified as imported, 27 as […]
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Covid-19 claims 34th death as active cases rise to 205
The island marked one death from Covid-19, the Ministry of Health has revealed, bringing Bermuda’s total fatalities to 34.
The news came as 79 new positive results for the coronavirus came from the la…
The news came as 79 new positive results for the coronavirus came from the la…
Weather Forecast For Wednesday September 1
| Wednesday, September 1 is expected to see a mix of sun & cloud, chance of a late night shower or two, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near […]
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Skyport Releases Flight Schedule For September
| Skyport released the airline flight schedule for September 2021, with American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue Airways, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, Sata Azores International, and Air Canada all scheduled to serve Bermuda. The schedule is below [PDF here]: Related Stories Skyport Releases Flight Schedule For July Skyport Release Flight Schedule For June Skyport Release Flight Schedule […]
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MarketPlace Dance & Round Up For Charity
| The MarketPlace today [Aug 31] announced the debut of its Jerusalema dance challenge video and offering of round ups for charity. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of our associates for their hard work, they delightedly joined many others around the world in the Jerusalema Dance Challenge. Our teams allowed themselves a little work fun to […]
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Auto Solutions Signs Dealership With VW
| Auto Solutions announced that Volkswagen [Latin America] has renewed Auto Solutions’ exclusive dealership for the Bermuda market. Glen Smith, Managing Director of Auto Solutions commented: “We are very happy to continue this important partnership with Volkswagen. We are always looking to bring to Bermuda cars that are the perfect fit for island life. “10 years […]
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Emancipation Creativity Competition Winners
| Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr Ernest Peets congratulated Alay Burgess Rocker, Callahj Simons and Riley Darrell, who were the first, second and third place winners of the Emancipation Youth Creativity Competition, which was held earlier this month. “Those who participated in the contest were asked to submit poems, WhatsApp or YouTube videos, and […]
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CDC upgrades Bermuda’s Covid-19 risk rating
Bermuda’s Covid-19 risk rating was yesterday upgraded by the US Centres for Disease Control.
The country was classed as “Level 3 – high”, up from “Level 2 – moderate” in a travel advisory on the organ…
The country was classed as “Level 3 – high”, up from “Level 2 – moderate” in a travel advisory on the organ…
Guy Carpenter Selects Isabella Boonstra As Intern
| Guy Carpenter announced today [Aug 31] the appointment of Isabella Boonstra as a summer intern to support its operations in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Guy Carpenter, a leading global risk and reinsurance specialist and a business of Marsh McLennan, announced today the appointment of Isabella Boonstra as a summer intern to support its operations in […]
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Three Newly Qualified Air Traffic Controllers
| Omar Dill, Malik Robinson and Oral Barnett have completed both formal and on-the-job training to become qualified Air Traffic Controllers. A spokesperson said, “Three young Bermudians whose overseas air traffic controller training was postponed from March 2020 to August 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, have now completed both formal and on-the-job training to become qualified […]
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Live updates: BIU march on Cabinet; Furbert again says Government risks being ousted from office
Bermuda Industrial Union members and supporters have marched to the Cabinet Office as they continued their protest, but are now going to move on after finding that the Cabinet does not appear to havin…
Organisers Seeing Volunteers For WTSBDA
| People are being encouraged to register to volunteer for the upcoming World Triathlon Sprint and Relay Championship in Bermuda [WTSBDA]. A spokesperson said, “Local fans of Flora Duffy are encouraged to show their love for the international superstar by registering to volunteer at her first triathlon on home soil since winning the sport’s Olympic gold […]
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Experience Investment Programme Webinar
| The Bermuda Tourism Authority is inviting tourism entrepreneurs to register for the Experience Investment Programme webinar, which will be held on Thursday [Sept 2]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority has announced the renewal of the Experience Investment Programme [EIP] Fall-Spring edition. The programme creates opportunities for tourism entrepreneurs to be considered for funding […]
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Focus Counselling Celebrates Recovery Month
| Focus Counselling Services [FCS] is celebrating Recovery Month in September. A spokesperson said, “Focus Counselling Services has spent over 25 years working to support individuals seeking recovery. We provide services during, before, and after treatment. Join us to recognize the importance of recovery through this year’s theme Recovery is For Everyone: Every Person, Every Family, Every […]
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Police Seeking 25-Year-Old Daquan Williams
| The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating Daquan ‘Smokey’ Williams, with the BPS noting that “the public should not approach Daquan, but if he is seen, call 911 immediately.” The police provided the image below Speaking at yesterday’s [Aug 30] press conference, Chief Inspector Peter Stableford of the Serious Crime Unit […]
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Music Review: “Reflections Of Hymn” Concert
| [Written by Dale Butler] This musical event featuring professionals, church members and children broke the book of superlatives: impressive, momentous, awesome and stellar. At its conclusion my sinuses were clear, my leg ceased hurting, my spirit was revived, my energy restored and I felt as though I had conquered the world. Where do I start? […]
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Cycling Trio Conclude Competing In Arkansas
| The Joe Martin Stage Race recently concluded in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with Conor White and Nicolas Narraway competing in the Elite Men’s 1, 2 Division, while Caitlin Conyers competed in the UCI Pro Women 1, 2 Division. The final day of racing was the Fayetteville Criterium, which saw White clock a winning time of 52:39, while […]
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Tropical Storm Kate “Not A Threat At This Time”
| Tropical Storm Kate is “not a threat to Bermuda at this time”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 511 nm to the east at 3am on Friday [Sept 3], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after […]
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19 Complete Coaching & Umpiring Courses
| The Bermuda Netball Association congratulated 12 participants who completed the Level I and Level II Coaching courses as well as seven participants who passed the AFNA Level C Umpire Award Theory Course. A spokesperson said, “Level I and Level II Bermuda Netball Association Coaching courses commenced earlier this year. The coaching courses were equivalent and […]
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Island could go straight to single-use plastic ban, paper says
Plans to introduce fees for single-use plastics in the run-up to an outright ban could be scrapped, a policy paper has warned.
The paper said that the Government had earlier pledged to introduce a cha…
The paper said that the Government had earlier pledged to introduce a cha…
Workers defiant on first day of industrial action
Workers who took part in industrial action yesterday backed more demonstrations against a controversial piece of labour legislation.
Stephen Page, who works for the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, …
Stephen Page, who works for the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, …
Bus and ferry services main casualties of BIU strike action
Bus and ferry services ground to a halt yesterday after a strike over procedures for union decertification votes.
A Government spokeswoman said Bermuda Industrial Union workers in several departments…
A Government spokeswoman said Bermuda Industrial Union workers in several departments…
Union official to sue over sacking he claims was illegal
A senior official at a trade union is to sue after he claimed he was fired against its rules.
George Scott, an executive officer at the Bermuda Industrial Union for 18 years, launched the action throu…
George Scott, an executive officer at the Bermuda Industrial Union for 18 years, launched the action throu…
Slow progress on speed cameras slammed
Proposals for speed cameras and other hi-tech surveillance equipment were still up in the air after the Government failed to say if it backed police calls for more technology to fight crime.
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IKane Crichlow Scores In Watford U23 Win
| Bermuda’s Kane Crichlow scored for his Watford Football Club Under-23 team as they defeated Crewe Alexandra 4 – 1. The club’s match report said, “Watford’s Under-23 side scored four and dominated the game against Crewe Alexandra as Kane Crichlow, Shaq Forde and a trialist got on the scoresheet in a game that took place at […]
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Golf: Daniel Augustus Finishes 2nd In Florida
| Daniel Augustus was back in action on the Moonlight Golf Tour’s round at the Champions Gate Golf Club in Davenport, Florida. Augustus shot a bogey free 4-under par 68 to finish T2nd, this result comes on the heels of Augustus winning his 4th professional tournament over the past year. Kyler Tate shot a 7-under par […]
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Tennis: Craig Bean Championships Underway
| The Craig Bean Memorial Championships got underway at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts, with a total of 13 matches taking place on the opening day in 4 divisions. Sebastian Pukk playing in an Elite B Division match defeated Numair Khan 6-3, 7-5. Robert Richardson won his B Division match against Raul Maldonaldo Sr in straight […]
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Referee Assistants Conclude CFU Series
| Bermuda Football Association [BFA] Assistant Referees, Natasha Trott, Amaury Majors, Clinton Hayward, and Stefan Maybury concluded officiating in the 2021 Boys’ and Girls’U-14 Challenge Series in the Dominican Republic. BFA Head of Referees Crenstant Williams said, “These four young people have exemplified your vision. We are moving in the right direction and this is just […]
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Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For August 2021
| During August 2021, Bernews posted over 100 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 Bacchanal Run — which was very popular with 400,000 views across networks – plus a Covid-19 press conference, the Around the Island Powerboat Race, […]
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Matteo Cervino Continues Competing In Sardinia
| Matteo Cervino continues competing in Cagliari, Sardinia at the Italian Youth Championships, with Cervino completing 4 races today in the O’pen Skiff U17 class. A spokesperson said, “Matteo Cervino was back on the water today for the second day of racing in beautiful Cagliari, Sardinia at the Italian Youth Championships. Cervino completed 4 races today […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 30 2021
| August 30 saw 200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $1,270.00 BD. 200 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 1.6% at $6.35 per share. The BSX finished at 2,594.32, down 0.09% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for […]
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BTA on hunt for new off-season ideas
Tourism entrepreneurs were today asked to help highlight the island over the off season through an experience investment programme.
The Bermuda Tourism Authority has also offered a webinar this week t…
The Bermuda Tourism Authority has also offered a webinar this week t…
PLP calls for cool heads in dispute over decertification votes
Controversial rules on union decertification will not be amended – despite increased pressure from trade unionists, ministers insisted yesterday.
Walter Roban, the Acting Premier, and Jason Hayward, t…
Walter Roban, the Acting Premier, and Jason Hayward, t…
8pm Live Video: BNV Interview With BIU
| Officials from Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] are joining Bernews this evening [Aug 30] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. This follows after today’s gathering and march by the BIU, which you can follow via our live updates and videos here.The issue the BIU is protesting is an aspect contained in […]
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30 Minute Video: August 30 ZBM Evening News
| 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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Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 30 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 30] include a large group exemption and marriage notices. Large Group Exemption IOD World Championships Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0848/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication Date: 30 August 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] [Phased Re-Opening] Regulations […]
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BIU calls for day of protest as rift widens with PLP
The rift between the Bermuda Industrial Union and Government widened today, with both sides refusing to budge on the issue of decertification.
After a day of activity, including a march by about 200 u…
After a day of activity, including a march by about 200 u…