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| Enstar Group Limited announced that one of its wholly owned subsidiaries has signed an agreement with Royal & Sun Alliance Insurance Limited to provide adverse development cover for certain UK, Irish and other business of RSA and its subsidiaries, in exchange for premium. “RSA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Toronto-based property & casualty insurance […]
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| The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] will be closed on Thursday, July 29 and Friday, July 30 due to the Cup Match holiday. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange advises that the BSX will be closed on Thursday, 29th and Friday, 30th July 2021, for the Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day [collectively known as […]
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| July 27 saw 3,100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $72,075.00 BD. 3,100 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 1.1% at $23.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,513.89, up 0.09% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
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Good Afternoon Bermuda, thank you for joining us.
Good afternoon Bermuda,
I too wish to add my congratulations to Flora Duffy on her historic win in the Tokyo Olympics. I watched from start to finish and it was truly an emotional occasion when she passed the finish line.
Flora Duffy is Bermuda’s first Olympic Gold Medalist. She has made history. And we are so incredibly proud of her accomplishment. Not just as a Bermudian, but also as a woman!
Now as we prepare to celebrate our Emancipation, Mary Prince and Cup Match holiday, the Ministry of National Security is keeping a close eye on public safety matters.
| The City of Hamilton said they wish to advise City businesses and residents that garbage collections will be scheduled on the following dates: Wednesday, July 28th – Normal garbage collection will take place for Residents. Wednesday, Last Collection will take place at 5:00pm for Businesses and Bars Only. Thursday, July 29th and Friday, July 30th […]
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| The Governor, Premier David Burt, Minister Dr Ernest Peets, Deputy Premier Walter Roban, Opposition Leader Cole Simons, and the Mayor of Hamilton congratulated Flora Duffy after she won Bermuda’s first ever gold Olympic medal. City of Hamilton A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is thrilled to celebrate Flora Duffy’s Olympic gold medal win at […]
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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 Government recently presented a $75,000 cheque to St George’s Cricket Club to support the 2021 Cup Match Classic, saying they want to assist to “ensure the event is a success.” Speaking at today’s press conference, Acting Premier Walter Roban said, “Last week, the Government of Bermuda presented a cheque to St George’s Cricket Club […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 27] include large group exemptions, acting appointments, and approved Jurors list. Large Group Exemption Portuguese Kids-Pork Chop Tour Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0720/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 27 July 2021 Public Health [Covid-19 Emergency Powers] […]
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| Bermuda has administered a total of 82,870 vaccinations and 63.9% of the population have received two doses thus far. A spokesperson said, “We have completed week 28 of vaccinations. Since January 11th Bermuda has administered a total of 82,870 vaccinations. “Of the 82,870 vaccinations given as of July 24: 52% are women and, 48% are […]
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| Wednesday, July 28 is expected to see cloudy spells, few to occasional showers, chance of thunder, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at […]
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Thank you, Acting Premier. Like you and all of Bermuda, I am simply thrilled and overjoyed about Flora’s historic Olympic gold medal win for Bermuda.
I cannot offer enough congratulations to her as an extraordinary athlete and to her family. This incredible accomplishment has been hard-fought and thoroughly deserved.
And Bermudians around the world are overjoyed that one of our own has brought us one of the proudest moments in our country’s history.
So Flora, we cannot wait to welcome you back home so we can celebrate your achievement.
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The Ministry of Labour advises the public of changes to the closed and restricted job categories, effective from August 1st, 2021, for a 3-month period.
The Ministry of Public Works takes this opportunity to advise on the procedures and staffing for the Department of Parks over the 2021 Cup Match Holiday Weekend.
Effectively immediately, campers and picnickers are allowed to erect camping and picnicking equipment and property. However, camping is ONLY permitted from Wednesday 28th July until Monday 2nd August as per the Public Health (Covid-19 Emergency Powers) Amendment Regulations 2021, the maximum of 50 people in a group.
| Fozeia Rana-Fahy of law firm MJM Limited has been individually ranked Band 2 in the Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth Guide for 2021. A spokesperson said, “Fozeia Rana-Fahy of law firm MJM Limited has been individually ranked Band 2 in the Chambers and Partners’ High Net Worth Guide for 2021. The reputable guide, which […]
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| The HSBC Cup Match Motorcade was rerouted yesterday [July 26] to pass KEMH on Point Finger Road, with cricket sets donated to residents and clients of the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute or one of their group homes in the community. A spokesperson said, “HSBC brought some cup match magic to BHB this week. The HSBC Cup […]
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| The U.S. Consulate General Hamilton and U.S. Customs and Border Protection [CBP] agency have donated a supply of bottled water to “support Covid-19 relief efforts as the Government continues to combat the spread of the virus.” U.S. Consul General Karen Grissette and CBP Port Director Cletus William expressed their appreciation to the Government, Ministry of […]
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| The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited has announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2021. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021. “Net income for the second quarter of 2021 was $39.6 million, or $0.79 per […]
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| [Updating] The Government is holding a press conference this afternoon [July 27] and the Government said topics to be covered include “Cup Match, public safety over the holiday and the weekend Covid update.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 4.21pm: The Government said there […]
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| Youth sailor Sebastian Kempe recently began competing at the 2021 ILCA 6 Youth World Championships in Arco, Italy. In an overall fleet of 259, Kempe has had a dream start, coming off the water in sixth place after two races with 7.2 points. Kempe finished the first race in the Yellow Fleet with a discretionary […]
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| Kaden Hopkins recently began competing in the Vuelta a Madrid Under 23 Road Race. Representing Essex, Hopkins finished stage one in eighth place, clocking a time of 9:58 over a 7.3 km time trial distance. The Vuelta a Madrid Under 23 Road Race will be competed over five stages. Hopkins finished 14 seconds behind the […]
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| Dominique Brown recently competed in the Mind Body Soul [AOK] Championships, winning a total of four gold medals and one silver medal in the event. Brown won the Virtual Self Defense 12-17 Advance/Black Mixed Division gold medal and the 12-17 Advance/Black Mixed Weapons – Creative Division. She also captured the 12-17 Advance/Black Mixed Weapons – […]
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| Dr Ty Douglas is hosting a special broadcast today [July 27] to celebrate Flora Duffy‘s historic gold medal win at the Olympics, with the guests including Olympian Katura Horton Perinchief, Olympian Brian Wellman, the BNAA’s Donna Raynor, Director of Youth and Sport Norbert Simons, Patty Petty from the Bermuda Triathlon Association and former Secretary General […]
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| Island erupts in celebration as Flora Duffy wins Bermuda’s first ever Gold Medal at the Olympics making island the smallest nation in the world to win a Gold Medal at the Summer Olympics, Kiwana Spencer appointed as Duchess Manager, two 19-year-old males injured in shooting, Bermuda Gold Cup sailing event will not be held in 2021, […]
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| The island wakes up this morning with a new distinction — being the smallest nation in the world to ever win a Gold Medal at the Summer Olympics — thanks to a first class showing from Flora Duffy who recorded a massive win at the Tokyo Olympics, finishing more than one minute ahead of the silver medalist […]
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| PartnerRe Ltd. reported net income available to common shareholder of $314 million for the second quarter of 2021, compared to income of $229 million for the same period of 2020. A statement from the company said, “Net income available to common shareholder was $248 million for the half year 2021, compared to a loss of $204 […]
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| Lawyers from Appleby’s Bermuda, Cayman Islands and Jersey Private Client & Trusts practices have received high rankings in the recently released 2021 High Net Worth Guide by Chambers Global. A spokesperson said, “Partner and Group Head of Appleby’s Private Client & Trusts practice, Carlos de Serpa Pimentel, achieved the highest Band 1 ranking with a […]
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| Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited has been ranked in Band 1 for its trusts and private wealth practice in the latest edition of the Chambers and Partners High Net Worth [HNW] guide. A spokesperson said, “Just over three years after it opened its doors for business, Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited has been ranked in Band 1 […]
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| Goslings Limited and The MarketPlace Group are teaming up to encourage Bermuda to “find their happy place” with a contest offering a number of prizes. A spokesperson said, “Goslings Limited and The MarketPlace Group are teaming up to encourage Bermuda to find their ‘happy place.’ The collaboration provides an opportunity to win a two night […]
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| Cathy Gurret Lama placed third in the 65-69 age group in the 70.3 Ironman Oregon, held in Salem yesterday [July 25]. A spokesperson said, “Cathy Gurret Lama secured third place in her age category of 65-69 years old at the inaugural 70.3 Ironman Oregon, held in beautiful Salem. “A quick downstream river swim of 25.13 […]
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| Bermudian Krystal Lowe was recently highlighted by Welsh media as she spoke about diversity in the arts, with Ms. Lowe saying that she is pleased that “more people want to do better in disability arts.” The National Wales story said, “Diversity is about more for everyone – it’s not a service for those who have […]
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| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Somers Limited announced share repurchases and total shares in issue. The filing stated: “Somers Limited, a financial services investment holding company, announces that during the month of June 2021, Somers purchased 526 of its own common shares [the “Shares”] at an average cost of $17.00 per […]
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| July 26 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,511.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 23 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 22 […]
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“Flora did it!” ~ Premier David Burt expressed the elation of all Bermuda at the news of Flora Duffy’s gold medal performance in Tokyo.
The Premier said, “Words almost cannot do justice to such an incredible effort from an incredible athlete. This remarkable achievement is a true testament to Flora’s unwavering commitment and genuine perseverance in training and preparation. Bermuda is bursting with pride and admiration for this humble champion.”