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| The Bermuda Credit Union Co-op Society announced its partnership with CUNA Caribbean Insurance Society Limited, with the partnership allowing “members of the Bermuda Credit Union to have access to the CCISL flagship product- the Family Indemnity Plan.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Credit Union Co-op Society has recently announced its partnership with CUNA Caribbean Insurance […]
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| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban is holding a press conference this afternoon [August 23] to discuss “Bermuda’s adoption of Solar Energy and Energy Efficiency.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 13-minute replay is below Related Stories […]
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| Knowledge Quest announced that it has received a donation of $40,000 from Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. A spokesperson said, “SailGP held its first on-island event, the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess, in April of this year. While the sailing event was a success, local restrictions – instated to combat an uptick […]
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| The Ministry of Education announced the recipients of the 2021 Bermuda Government Scholarships and Awards. A Government spokesperson said, “Each year the Ministry of Education provides scholarships and awards to Bermudian students to pursue a higher education. Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain said, “I wish to commend our scholarship award recipients for their […]
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| The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has now officially approved the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine, amending the prior emergency use authorization to a full approval. The FDA website said, “Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty […]
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| Bermudian footballer Ajani Burchall scored a hat-trick for the Aston Villa Under 18 team as they defeated Norwich City 10 – 0. The club’s match report said, “Aston Villa put ten past Norwich City at Bodymoor Heath on Saturday as they routed the Canaries in the Under-18 Premier League. “Dewain Sewell and Ajani Burchall scored hat-tricks, […]
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| “At this time we are unable to proceed with residential trash collection,” the Secure BDA company said, explaining that “due to circumstances beyond our control and several matters that have arisen since announcing this service” they have suspended the initiative “until further notice.” The company had previously announced that they would be offering weekly residential […]
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| Essence has featured Bermuda in an article entitled “The Black Girl’s Guide To Bermuda,” with Essence noting that “a Bermuda vacation offers no shortage of unforgettable things to see, do or drink.” The story on the Essence website said, “Looking for an off-the-path destination with breathtaking beaches, pastel colored buildings, pink sand beaches, snorkeling among […]
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| The annual Bermuda Sandcastle Competition will be held on Saturday, September 4 at Horseshoe Bay Beach, offering an array of prizes. A spokesperson said, “Planning for the event has had some tense moments this year, but organizer Hannah Emmerson is excited to announce that they have been given the green light to hold the annual […]
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| Bermuda’s Nia Christopher scored twice for the Towson University women’s soccer team as they played to a 3-0 victory over Saint Joseph. The school’s match report said, “The Towson University women’s soccer team earned a season-opening victory in dominant fashion, blanking Saint Joseph’s 3-0 in front of a strong crowd at Tiger Field. “A 43rd […]
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| Bermuda Is Love will be holding a School Clothing Giveaway at Berkeley School Field, as part of Future Leaders Bermuda Community Give-Back, on Sunday [Aug 29] from 11.30am to 5.00pm. A spokesperson said, “We are giving away school clothes for Harrington Sound Primary, Port Royal Primary, Somerset Primary, West End Primary, West Pembroke Primary, Bermuda […]
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| [Written by Stefan R. Hinds] The Fanfare, Mystique and Excitement of a Hollywood Movie Preview was beautifully accomplished by Bermuda’s Entertainment Union at the Media Lounge in Dockyard on August 12th, 2021. The movie, “Respect,” starring Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe Award winning Actress and Singer, Jennifer Hudson, was the signature focus of an amazing […]
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| [Written by Don Burgess] Gym owners have unified to fight Government’s SafeKey regulations aimed at their businesses. The group formed the Gym Coalition on Thursday evening, with Melanie Derosa and Karen Hodgkins acting as their representatives. On Friday, Government’s new regulations meant that all gyms and fitness centers would require patrons to have SafeKey, which […]
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| Caitlin Conyer won the Bermuda Cycling Academy Crit Adult B Division clocking a winning time of 28:08.399, Cameron Morris finished second with a time of 28:25.058, and Grant Goudge finished third with a time of 28:25.313. In a hotly contested Adult C Division finish, Ricky Smith clocked a winning time of 25:57.574, Kavin Smith was […]
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| The Bermuda Rugby 7’s Open Invitational Tournament concluded at the National Sports Center, with the White Plains winning the Gold Medal match 28 – 7 over the Kiskadees, while the Lionfish won the Bronze Medal match 29 – 14 over the Longtails. Bermuda Rugby 7’s Open Invitational Tournament Day Two Results Police 0 Misfits 36 […]
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| Teams that include Bermudian cricketers Stefan Kelly, Kamau Leverock, and Dennico Hollis were in action in the UK. Stefan Kelly Stefan Kelly helped Newport Cricket Club Wales 1st XI to a 2 run victory over Northop Hall Cricket Club 1st XI. Batting first Newport scored 172/9, Kelly was able to get off the mark scoring […]
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| Bermuda golfers Daniel Augustus and Anthony Phipps competed in the Tallahassee Open 2021 – Professional 36 Hole Tournament at the Hilaman Golf Course in Tallahassee, Florida. Augustus shot a two round 1-over par 145 to finish 5th. He shot an opening round 70, before shooting 75 in his second round. Phipps shot a two round […]
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| According to the latest data compiled by FT, Bermuda is 44th — out of more than 220 nations and jurisdictions worldwide — in Covid-19 vaccine doses given per 100 residents, with the current chart [as of this writing, the data does change quite frequently] listing us as having done 131.5 per 100 residents. While this […]
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| McKenzie Bean — a Bermudian who lives in Colorado — recently competed in the NPC Colorado Cup Bodybuilding Show, winning first place in the true novice category, and placing second in the heavyweight class, and fourth in overall novice. “Mr Bean, who has been training for 9 years, told Bernews, “My coach and I went […]
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| Conor White took part in the 16th Annual Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Criterium. Competing in the Men’s Pro Division 1, White finished 45st out of 122 competitors in a time of 1:14:06, finishing one minute and twenty-eight seconds behind the winner. Danny Estevez was first to cross the line with a time of 1:12:38 along […]
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The Government of Bermuda has issued the following statement regarding a letter received from the Bermuda Industrial Union.
A government spokesperson stated: “The Government of Bermuda can confirm that on August 19, 2021, the Premier of Bermuda received an ultimatum letter from the President of the Bermuda Industrial Union Chris Furbert. The letter stated:
On Thursday, 19 August, the Minister of Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, held a brief ceremony to recognize fifteen Department of Workforce Development 2021 scholarship recipients for their accomplishments.
The Zoo area at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo (BAMZ) has been closed to the public to protect certain animals that are susceptible to corona viruses.
Dr. Robbie Smith, Acting Principal Curator, said: “Unfortunately, BAMZ still faces the same concerns regarding the health and welfare of our animals, as we have in previous instances where the facility has closed to the public, in response to rising SARS-Covid-19 cases in our community”.
| The Government confirmed they received an “ultimatum letter” from the BIU President which said that if the Government ”refuses to make the necessary amendments” to the legislation they will be “calling on its membership for a two day shutdown” which will take effect August 30. A Government spokesperson stated: “The Government of Bermuda can confirm that on […]
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| Monday, August 23 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 6:48am and sunset will be at 7:54pm. High […]
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| A brief ceremony was held on Thursday [Aug 19] to recognize fifteen Department of Workforce Development 2021 scholarship recipients for their accomplishments. A Government spokesperson said, “On Thursday, 19 August, the Minister of Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, held a brief ceremony to recognize fifteen Department of Workforce Development 2021 scholarship recipients for […]
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| Bermuda had the rather impressive distinction of having three Bermudian triathletes in action in the World Championships in Edmonton, Canada this weekend; with Flora Duffy claiming another World Title, while Tyler Smith and Erica Hawley competed in the Under 23 World Championships. Flora Duffy competed in the women’s World Triathlon Championship Series Grand Final, earning the […]
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| The Zoo area at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum, and Zoo [BAMZ] has been closed to the public to “protect certain animals that are susceptible to coronaviruses,” the Government said today. Dr. Robbie Smith, Acting Principal Curator, said: “Unfortunately, BAMZ still faces the same concerns regarding the health and welfare of our animals, as we have […]
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| “The imposition of SafeKey by the Government has created another divide,” OBA MP Michael Dunkley said, adding that “while a well intended government policy” it “once again penalizes those businesses that have borne the brunt of Covid policies over the past 18 months.” This follows after a new policy came into effect on Friday, August […]
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| The Supreme Court is “experiencing difficulties in disposing of its criminal list” due to reasons including “defendants failing to appear on their scheduled court dates,” “counsel failing to appear”, “counsel failing to give priority to the Supreme Court over the lower courts” and more. The Supreme Court Circular stated, “The Supreme Court is experiencing difficulties […]
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| Western Stars won the toss and elected to bat against the Central County cup holders Devonshire Recreation Club, they scored 218, with Khiry Furbert the top scorer with 80, which came off 84 balls, he hit 3 fours and 5 sixes, Alafia Henry was the pick of the Devonshire Recreation Club bowlers with figures of […]
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| At the White Hill Field, the Southampton Rangers piled on the runs against cup holders Willow Cuts, scoring 416/4 in 50 overs, Malachi Jones and Janeiro Tucker shared a 205 third-wicket partnership, with Jones ending as the top scorer with 202 not out, off 127 balls he hit 10 fours and 15 sixes, while Tucker […]
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| Bermudian triathletes made a huge showing at the World Championships this weekend, as in addition to Flora Duffy claiming another World Title, the island had two triathletes competing in the Under 23 World Championships, with both Tyler Smith and Erica Hawley making strong showings. The appearance of Smith and Hawley — who are world class […]
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| The Bermuda Rugby 7’s Open Invitational Tournament got underway at the National Sports Center this weekend, with the Kiskadees finishing the day with three wins. The Kiskadees, defeated the Longtails in the opening game of the tournament 22 – 5, they would then defeat the Misfits 47 – 0, and then in a battle of […]
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