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There were 2380 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the last update, and thirteen were positive for COVID-19. Ten of the new cases are classified as imported with details as follows:
| There were 2380 test results received and thirteen were positive for Covid-19 — ten imported, two local transmission with known contact and one under investigation — so Bermuda has recorded 683 total confirmed cases to date, with 73 currently active. A Government spokesperson said, “There were 2380 test results received by the Ministry of Health since the […]
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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 Bermuda Police Service confirmed that they are “aware” of the incidents that occurred during recent Virtual School Open Houses, and are “investigating the matter.” This follows after the Government advised that attendees at ongoing Bermuda Public Schools Open House events “are now required to register online as part of strengthened security protocols” as two […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 18] include Registrar of the Supreme Court in the matter of Norman Macdonald, appointments, and public holidays. Fisheries Import Licences Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Fisheries Notice Notice ID: GN0056/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Environment and Natural Resources Publication date: 18 January 2021 Fisheries […]
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| In the first of a series featuring ‘BTA Harvest Heroes’ for the 2021 Restaurant Weeks, the Bermuda Tourism Authority highlighted Spencer Field of Passion Fields Beekeeping. The BTA said, “Today we’re spotlighting Spencer Field of Passion Fields Beekeeping Ltd. He’s helping to restore our bee population while producing sweet, local honey.” The BTA previously noted that […]
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| Tuesday, January 19 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud after a couple of early showers, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise […]
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| A car driver is being sought by police after a single vehicle car crash in Southampton, a woman is in ICU following a three vehicle collision in Southampton, and a single vehicle motorcycle crash also occurred in Pembroke. Single Vehicle Car Crash in Southampton: Driver Sought A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:10am today, Monday January […]
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| Hamilton Medical Center today [Jan 18] announced that its 15,000 square foot facility on Burnaby Street in Hamilton is open for business, set to offer family medicine, blood testing, ultrasound, pharmacy, MRI, CT scan, mammography, X-ray service and more. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Medical Center Ltd. today announces that its 15,000 square foot state-of-the art, purpose-built […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [January 18] with the list indicating that there are eleven bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 11 runs cancelled this morning, 32 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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Today, the Ministry of Public Works provided the following regarding Southlands Park in Warwick.
The public will be aware that recently the Department of Parks invited feedback regarding the offering of amenities, activities and experiences at Southlands Park. The Ministry took this opportunity to remind the public that the Southlands consultation process welcomes and encourages open dialogue.
| The Ministry is reminding the public that the “Southlands consultation process welcomes and encourages open dialogue.” As Bernews previously reported, the Department of Parks is “inviting the members of the public to provide feedback regarding the offering of amenities, activities, and experiences at Southlands Park.” A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Public Works […]
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| Keith Seats recently won the fifth annual Knights Charity Golf Tournament alongside his son David, with the event serving to honour Gary Fray. Kim Swan, 2019 honoree and tournament spokesperson, said, “For Keith Smith, former Bermuda Open Champion from the 70s and winner of the World Cup Americas Zone Qualifying in 1984 with me, it […]
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| The International 505 Class announced that their 2021 World Championship will be held in Bermuda from October 27th to November 5th. “Remember the America’s Cup? The 505 World Championship will be better,” Sail World reported. “The 505 Worlds is expected to attract competitors from around the world.” “The event is being held very late in […]
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| Bermudian Dr. Cindy Trimm released a video to mark the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr holiday in the United States, noting the impact and legacy of the legendary civil rights leader, with Dr Trimm urging everyone to dare to dream, and live the life of your dreams. The United States marks Dr. King’s birthday as a holiday […]
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| The Masterworks Museum of Bermuda is encouraging artists to submit their works for the Biennial Charman Prize, with this year’s event offering a total of $18,000 in prize money. A spokesperson said, “Since 2008, Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art has hosted the Charman Prize, a unique competition and exhibition for art inspired by Bermuda. This year […]
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| As vaccines continue to be administered, the Covid-19 pandemic continues to affect countries around the globe, with the number of confirmed cases worldwide now surpassing 95 million, with over 2,032,000 deaths worldwide, with the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A BBC story said, “The head of the World Health […]
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| Governor Rena Lalgie and Deputy Governor visited the Transformational Living Centre for Families on Friday [Jan 15]. Government House posted the photo below online and said, “On Friday, 15 January, the Governor and the Deputy Governor went to see the work underway to open the Transformational Living Centre [TLC] for Families. Under the direction of Habitat […]
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| As a result of the UK court judgment as well as further government restrictions in the UK during 2020, Hiscox Group said their total 2020 Covid-19 estimate for business interruption “increased by $48 million net of reinsurance.” This follows after small businesses won the right to insurance payouts after Britain’s highest court ruled many policies […]
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| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [January 18] with the list indicating that there are eleven bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Tuesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Wednesday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday Ministry: […]
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| Ajani Burchall and his Group D league leading AFC Bournemouth Under 18 teammates lost 5 – 3 at home to Forest Green Rovers in the Youth Alliance, with all eight goals coming in the second half. “In an even first period, Ferdinand Okoh went close with a shot that went just wide, Forest Green hit […]
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| The Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo’s rehabilitation team have been busy attending to a large number of rescued turtles, with the turtles being released back into the wild as soon as they are in good health. The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo, supported by Bermuda Zoological Society, posted the video online, saying, “The Bermuda Aquarium […]
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| Apex Group Ltd announced the launch of Invest Check, a “tool to help financial market participants collect the necessary data to report on and comply with the upcoming EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation [EU SFDR].” A spokesperson said, “”As of March 2021, the EU SFDR will require asset managers to incorporate sustainability risks across their […]
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| Sanaa Rae Morris represented the IMG Elite Women’s Track and Field team during the VA Showcase 2021 at the Virginia Beach Sports Center. Competing in the Invitational Girls 4×200 meter relay, Morris led off the IMG team that won Heat 1 and finished 3rd overall with a time of 1:40.88. Morris would once again lead […]
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| Bermudian footballer Kenni Thompson made her debut for Civitas Santa Teresa Badajoz, which plays in the Spanish Women’s Second Division, coming on at the half time break in a match against Madrid CFF. Madrid CFF went ahead in the 32nd minute via an own goal, and the lead was doubled in the 39th minute when Geyse […]
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| Workers are now entitled to a 30-minute break for every five hours of work, it is “harder for employers to incorrectly classify employees as independent contractors” and bereavement leave has been extended to include grandparents, great-grandparents, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. This is according to a statement from Senator Arianna Hodgson who said, “Our party’s philosophy is […]
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The United Kingdom Overseas Territories Association held its Annual General Meeting on 14th January 2021. At the meeting, UK Representatives of the British Overseas Territory Governments elected Ms Kimberley Durrant, UK Representative of the Government of Bermuda London Office as its Chairman. According to the Association’s constitution, the Premier of Bermuda, the Hon E David Burt, JP, MP is the President of the Political Council. This will be the third time Bermuda has been afforded this role amongst OT Governments.
The Department of Education has received notice from Cambridge International that 2021 exams scheduled for the March and June series will proceed.
This correspondence was sent to Cambridge’s global community of schools in response to the announcement by the UK Prime Minister regarding new national restrictions including the closure of schools and cancellation of most exams for June 2021.
| The UK Overseas Territories Association elected Kimberley Durrant, from the Government of Bermuda’s London Office, as their new Chairperson. A Government spokesperson said, “The United Kingdom Overseas Territories Association held its Annual General Meeting on 14th January 2021. At the meeting, UK Representatives of the British Overseas Territory Governments elected Ms Kimberley Durrant, UK Representative […]
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| The Department of Education said they “received notice from Cambridge International that 2021 exams scheduled for the March and June series will proceed.” A Government spokesperson said, “This correspondence was sent to Cambridge’s global community of schools in response to the announcement by the UK Prime Minister regarding new national restrictions including the closure of […]
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| Monday, January 18 is expected to see showers, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 7:20am and sunset will be at 5:39pm. High […]
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