Star Diving Camp
Star Diving Camp (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
Endeavour Community Sailing Impact Report
| Endeavour Community Sailing has released its 2019/2020 Impact report highlighting the positive impact its programmes have had on Bermuda’s young people. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour is a Bermuda-registered charity and nonprofit that builds self-confidence and life skills by engaging diverse youth across Bermuda in experiential learning through sailing. “Endeavour has released its 2019/2020 Impact report […]
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Premier Burt On Death Of President Moise
| Premier David Burt has extended condolences to the family of Haitian President Jovenel Moise, who was assassinated today [July 7]. Premier Burt tweeted the photo below, saying, “Shocked & saddened to hear about the assassination of Haitian President, Mr. Jovenel Moise & First lady Martine Moise. “On behalf of the Government of Bermuda, I express […]
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Emancipation Youth Creativity Competition
| As part of this month’s Emancipation observances, the Department of Culture is hosting its Emancipation Youth Creativity Competition, with the deadline for submissions on July 26. A Government spokesperson said, “As part of this month’s Emancipation observances, the Department of Culture is once again hosting its Emancipation Youth Creativity Competition. “Bermuda’s young people are encouraged […]
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Tuckett & Tannock Earn Walkers Scholarships
| McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett and Ryley Tannock earned legal scholarships from Walkers, while Padraic O’Shaughnessy and Caitlin Hyland will be interning with the firm. A spokesperson said, “Four young Bermudians pursuing a future in the legal profession are being supported in their career aspirations by local law firm Walkers. “McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett and Ryley Tannock have both successfully […]
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Video: Minister On Solar Training Programme
| Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban held a press conference this afternoon [July 7] to introduce the new Solar Photovoltaic Certification Training Programme. The press conference has just concluded and we will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video replay is below. Related Stories Minister On 6 Megawatt Solar Farm […]
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Acting Appointment: DIRECTOR, DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Government of Bermuda
Ms. Jonelle Christopher, Assistant Director-Operations, Department of Public Transportation has been appointed to act as Director, Department of Public Transportation from 12th July, 2021 to 25th July, 2021.
Local Clothing Company Offers Wearable Art
| Mother and daughter team Carlita Burgess and Milisa Williams have launched Brown Bag Products [BBP], a local clothing company offering t-shirts, hoodies, and other items that showcase original art. Ms. Burgess said, “The inspiration behind BBP is to share art on clothing that can be worn or items that can be utilized. Our pieces will […]
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Transform To Release Latest Issue Of Newsletter
| Local coaching and consulting firm Transform is set to release the latest issue of its newsletter this week, which is focused on “creating new pathways.” A spokesperson said, “As we emerge slowly from lockdowns and restrictions, so much has changed in our world. Some good and some not so good. One Bermuda-based company is encouraging […]
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Jessica Lewis Wins 100M In Quebec City
| Jessica Lewis continued her preparation for the Paralympic Games as she competed in the CAUL Invitational in Quebec City. Competing in the 100 meters preliminary race, Lewis clocked a winning time of 18.04, and in the 100 meters final, she went even faster with a time of 17.65. In the 400 meters she recorded a […]
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Wells Finishes As Top Scorer In Gold Cup Prelims
| Following the conclusion of the 2021 Gold Cup Preliminary Round – which saw Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti and Guadeloupe advance — Bermuda’s Nahki Wells was the top scorer with four goals. The Preliminary Round had 12 teams in total, although only 10 played as Cuba was unable to make the game due to “Covid-19 related travel and […]
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Hiscox Appoints Prabis As Managing Principal
| Hiscox Ltd announced the appointment of Vincent Prabis to the role of Managing Principal, Hiscox ILS. A spokesperson said, “Specialist global insurer Hiscox has appointed Vincent Prabis to the role of Managing Principal, Hiscox ILS. His appointment is subject to Department of Immigration and Bermuda Regulatory approval. “In his role as Managing Principal at Hiscox […]
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Prayer Vigil On Sunday At Cabinet Grounds
| The Concerned Citizens Group is urging people to attend a prayer vigil on Sunday afternoon [July 11] at the Cabinet Grounds in Hamilton. The graphic states, “Urgent clarion call to all of Bermuda for a solemn assembly. Prayer Vigil! Spread peace and love with everyone you meet. The Cabinet Grounds, Sunday, July 11th, 2021 at 3:00 […]
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Financial Assistance pays millions of dollars to local businesses
Local businesses and service providers have been paid almost $75 million by government on behalf of people on financial assistance,
And the Department of Financial Assistance’s payments to supermarke…
And the Department of Financial Assistance’s payments to supermarke…
Adrian ‛George’ Ringer (1937-2021): A ‘considerate, empathetic leader and role model’
An innovative former head of diagnostic imaging at Bermuda’s hospital has been recalled by colleagues as meticulous and pioneering in a developing field of medicine.
Adrian “George” Ringer was a “trai…
Adrian “George” Ringer was a “trai…
Royal Bermuda Regiment sees higher intake of female recruits
The latest intake of Royal Bermuda Regiment recruits includes an encouragingly high number of women, the Minister of National Security said.
Renee Ming, who visited the recruits on Monday, said she wa…
Renee Ming, who visited the recruits on Monday, said she wa…
Good Samaritan Hilton Smith: ‘She needed help and I was available’
A good Samaritan who helped a woman change her flat tyre on the side of the road has received praise across social media.
Hilton Smith, 67, said he helped Shawnette Somner fix the flat on Harrington S…
Hilton Smith, 67, said he helped Shawnette Somner fix the flat on Harrington S…
Hit-and-run suspects released on police bail
The driver of a car involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident has been released on police bail pending further inquiries.
The suspect was arrested after the collision on Knapton Estate Road in Smith’s …
The suspect was arrested after the collision on Knapton Estate Road in Smith’s …
Gold Cup: Trinidad, Haiti & Guadeloupe Advance
| Trinidad and Tobago, Haiti and Guadeloupe will move onto the Group Stage of the 2021 Concacaf Gold Cup, with Haiti advancing courtesy of their 4-1 win over Bermuda last night. Concacaf said, “After a thrilling three-day series of Gold Cup Prelims matches in South Florida’s DRV PNK Stadium, Tuesday evening’s matches concluded the inaugural edition […]
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BNAA To Honour Past Athletes In Baton Relay
| The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] will be honouring past Carifta athletes in a Baton Relay. Donna Raynor President of the BNAA said, “This event will take place Saturday, July 10th beginning at 3:30 pm, this was an event that was going to be the start of the 2020 Carifta Games but we felt we […]
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Kenny Leseur Begins Competing In California
| Kenny Leseur began playing in the 14th FCG International Championship at the Singing Hills Golf in El Cajon, San Diego California. Leseur shot an opening-round 3-under par 67 to finish the round T7th, Leseur’s round consisted of 4 birdies, 13 pars, and 1 bogey. Starting out on the front nine, Leseur made the turn at […]
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2025 Orkney Island Games Dates Confirmed
| The organising committee for the Orkney 2025 Island Games has announced that the games will take place on July 12 – 18 2025. A spokesperson said, “The organising committee for the Orkney 2025 Island Games has announced the dates across which the rescheduled Games will now take place. The Games will take place from 12 […]
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Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Hibiscus Flower
| The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a simple and classic image of a hibiscus flower. The design is also available below as a Facebook profile cover image, and you can check back on Bernews every Wednesday for our latest free phone wallpaper download. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, […]
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BF&M: No Share Repurchases In June 2021
| In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, BF&M Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of June 2021 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories Virtual No Limits Sailing Programme Held BF&M ‘No Limits’ Sailing Programme Goes Virtual Project Action’s Bus Back On The Road Photos & […]
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KPMG Conducts Privacy Readiness Survey
| KPMG in Bermuda, in collaboration with the Privacy Commissioner, conducted a Privacy readiness survey to access the markets’ awareness and readiness for the privacy regulation. A spokesperson said, “KPMG in Bermuda [KPMG], in collaboration with the Privacy Commissioner, conducted a Privacy readiness survey to access the markets’ awareness and readiness for the privacy regulation. The […]
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 6 2021
| July 6 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,559.66, 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 5 2021 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 2 […]
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Haiti Defeat Bermuda 4 – 1 In Gold Cup Prelims
| The Bermuda football team played against Haiti this evening [July 6] as part of the 2021 Concacaf Gold Cup Prelims, with Haiti recording a 4 – 1 victory, with Nahki Wells scoring the goal for Bermuda. The result means that Bermuda will not advance in the Gold Cup. The Concacaf match report said, “Frantzdy Pierrot […]
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COVID-19 Update 6 July 2021
The Ministry of Health received 7,346 test results since the last update and five (5) were positive for COVID-19. This gives a test positivity rate of 0.1%.
These results are from testing done on Thursday (1 positive out of 2,198 results (0.05% positivity)); Friday (3 positive out of 1,808 results (0.2% positivity)); Saturday (0 positive out of 1,953 results (0.0% positivity)); and Sunday (1 positive out of 1,387 results (0.1% positivity))
All five of the new cases are classified as imported.
AML-ATF Ministerial Advisory 2/2021: Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Controls in Higher Risk Jurisdictions
Minister of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Reform, Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, MP today issued AML-ATF Advisory 2/2021 about the risks in a number of jurisdictions arising from inadequate systems and controls to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.
The Proceeds of Crime (Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing) Regulations 2008 (POCA Regulations) require the Bermuda regulated sector and relevant persons to apply enhanced customer due diligence to high-risk countries.
Senator Arianna Hodgson, JP to assume Health responsibilities in the Senate
Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today announced the assignment of Senator Arianna Hodgson, JP as the Junior Minister for Health, taking over the role from Senator Curtis Richardson, JP. Senator Hodgson will keep her responsibilities in the Senate for Finance and Labour; while Senator Richardson will continue to speak for Transport and National Security in the Senate.
Five new Covid-19 cases as active infections rise to 15
A returning resident who went into mandatory supervised quarantine tested positive for Covid-19 three days after returning to island, the Ministry of Health said tonight.
The case was among five new …
The case was among five new …
Live Video & Updates: Bermuda vs Haiti Football
| [Updating] The Bermuda football team will be playing against Haiti in the second round of the Gold Cup Preliminaries this evening [July 6] in Florida. The team advanced to this round following a spectacular showing against Barbados which saw the team claim an 8-1 win and score the fastest goal in Gold Cup history, with […]
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Covid: Five New Cases, 15 Active, 0 In Hospital
| The Ministry received 7,346 test results spanning four days of testing and five were positive — all classified as imported — so there are currently 15 active cases. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health received 7,346 test results since the last update and five [5] were positive for Covid-19. This gives a test […]
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New Junior Health Minister: Senator Hodgson
| Senator Arianna Hodgson will serve as the Junior Minister for Health, taking over the role from Senator Curtis Richardson. A Government spokesperson said, “Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today announced the assignment of Senator Arianna Hodgson, JP as the Junior Minister for Health, taking over the role from Senator Curtis Richardson, JP. “Senator […]
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30 Minute Video: July 6 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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BHB Stroke Centre To Screen For Depression
| Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced today that they will now routinely screen all their stroke patients for depression, “Experiencing a stroke can dramatically affect a person’s life,” said BHB Primary Stroke Centre Medical Director Dr Francene Gayle [pictured]. “Strokes can be debilitating, moving a normally functioning person to one with significant function impairment. This can […]
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Official Govt & Legal Notices For July 6 2021
| The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 6] include a list of proposed planning applications, grant of a Permanent Resident’s Certificate, large group exemptions, temporary fundraising licence, assent, a notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, marriage notices. List Of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised July 06, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice […]
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Weather Forecast For Wednesday July 7
| Wednesday, July 7 is expected to be cloudy with a few showers from midday onwards, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6.18am […]
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Stroke patients to be screened for depression
Stroke patients will be routinely screened for depression, the Bermuda Hospitals Board has announced.
Various hospital departments and disciplines are involved in the new process at the Primary Strok…
Various hospital departments and disciplines are involved in the new process at the Primary Strok…