Bermuda News Updates

PwC polls reinsurer fears

September 11, 2023

Global reinsurers have identified climate change as the biggest risk they face.
The 2023 edition of the Reinsurance Banana Skins Survey, carried out by PwC and the Centre for the Study of Financial I…

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OBA rolls out Gurret and Jones as official candidates

September 11, 2023

Two more official election candidates were today unveiled by the One Bermuda Alliance.
Nicky Gurret, who stood in the last General Election, is the approved candidate for Constituency 18, Pembroke Wes…

Understanding insurance careers for Bermudians

September 11, 2023

An upcoming event organised by Lorene Phillips, of The Huddle, aims to demystify careers in insurance.
Launched in early 2022, The Huddle meets quarterly to discuss topics and issues of relevance to …

Watlington Waterworks net rises 12% in first half 2023

September 11, 2023

Watlington Waterworks reported a 12 per cent increase in net profit in the first half from the year-earlier period, taking the bottom line back above 2020 levels.
The Bermuda Stock Exchange-listed com…

Be a goldfish

September 11, 2023

This Moment Of Clarity column is the fourth in our series dedicated to sharing Lessons from Lasso, teachings that resonated with me from the TV series of the same name.
I believe they may also apply …

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Hurricane Lee expected to weaken and make close approach

September 11, 2023

Hurricane Lee is forecast to pass close to Bermuda as a Category 1 or Category 2 storm, nearer to the island than original estimates placed it but less powerful.
It will make its closest approach on F…

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Tyree Fubler to play Clyde Best in film

September 11, 2023

A 14-year-old footballer has been selected to play the part of a young Clyde Best in an upcoming documentary being pitched to major US TV networks.
Tyree Fubler, who plays for Somerset Trojans and is …

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Bermudian 9/11 survivor looks back on the day

September 11, 2023

‘Never forget’ is more than just a phrase for a Bermudian who survived the September 11 terrorist attack 22 years ago today.
Kristi Foggo said she is often reminded of the tragic day that rocked the w…

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Police: solving murder cases ‘in the hands of the public’

September 11, 2023

“Good intelligence” on the island’s 33 unsolved murders over the past 20 years has been provided to police one month on from a series by The Royal Gazette on tackling the island’s cold cases.
Detectiv…

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Most BA flights arriving late

September 11, 2023

Weather conditions and aircraft availability were among the reasons cited for British Airways flight delays after repeated late arrivals and departures.
An upsurge in demand after the Covid-19 pandemi…

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Huddle: ‘Demystifying Careers In Insurance’

September 11, 2023

Approaching 100 signups already, Lorene Phillips, founder of The Huddle, is expecting this upcoming educational event on Wednesday, September 13th, to be one of the most popular and meaningful to date. A spokesperson said, “Launched in early 2022, The Huddle meets quarterly to discuss topics and issues of relevance to Millennials and Gen Z professionals. […]

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Video: BOAT International Captains’ Golf Retreat

September 11, 2023

BOAT International recently partnered with the Bermuda Tourism Authority to host a Captains’ Golf Retreat in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The event, held from 12 to 15 June 2023, brought together eight yacht captains, as well as industry professionals and golf enthusiasts, for an exclusive chance to network through golf and enjoy the unique charm […]

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Eduardo Fox Receives Fred Reiss Award

September 11, 2023

The Bermuda Captive Conference has announced that Eduardo Fox is the recipient of the 2023 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award, for outstanding commitment and contribution to Bermuda’s captive industry. A spokesperson said, “Eduardo Fox, this year’s awardee, has a decorated career in the captive insurance space spanning over 30 years, which saw Eduardo assist with the development […]

Hamilton Parish fend off spirited Trojans to top group

September 10, 2023

Somerset Trojans 2 Hamilton Parish 4

Hamilton Parish became the first club to progress to the next stage of the Dudley Eve Trophy after overcoming Somerset Trojans in a six-goal thriller at Goose…

Paget coach Antwan Russell pleased with draw against St George’s

September 10, 2023

Paget 1 St George’s 1

Paget Lions equalised late to snatch a 1-1 draw against St George’s Colts in their first Dudley Eve Trophy match at Goose Gosling Field on Sunday night.
Omari Tucker cancel…

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Bermuda Sandcastle Competition Results

September 10, 2023

The 2023 Bermuda Sandcastle Contest was held this weekend, with 27 teams taking part. A spokesperson said, “What a perfect and glorious day to build castles and sculptures on the the beach.. until 4pm… exactly .. tools down and cue double showers of heavy rain. Judging happened despite the weather and the sun came out […]

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Cricket: Barbados Win Inaugural Premier League

September 10, 2023

[Written by Patrick Bean] Barbados defeated Bermuda by seven wickets at National Sports Centre, North Field today [Sunday] to win the inaugural Bermuda Premier League [BPL] championship. After losing the toss and being made to chase Barbados’ score during the tournament’s opening encounter last Tuesday, the situation was reversed this time around for Bermuda, as the […]

Antigua Academy round off BPL with win over Bermuda Select XI

September 10, 2023

North Field, National Sports Centre (Bermuda Select XI won the toss): Antigua Grassroots Academy beat Bermuda Select XI by 63 runs

Captain Kadeem Henry led by example to guide Antigua Grassroots…

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Bermuda Kids receives top honours from Kindermusik

September 10, 2023

The arts-based educational programme Bermuda Kids has received top honours from the international organisation Kindermusik for the second year running.
Kindermusik is a global leader in music-based ed…

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Weather Forecast For Monday September 11

September 10, 2023

Monday, September 11 is expected to see sunshine and clouds mixed, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be E. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7:00am and sunset will be […]

Strong pace of captive formations

September 10, 2023

Captive insurance companies are forming in Bermuda at a strong pace, and that is likely to be a focus of discussions at the Bermuda Captive Conference, being held this week until Wednesday at the Hami…

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Presence of BA.2.86 variant cannot be confirmed

September 10, 2023

The Ministry of Health has said it cannot confirm whether the newest variant of Covid-19 is on the island.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, speaking of the BA.2.86 variant, which has a high number…

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Health Ministry Statement On Covid-19 BA.2.86

September 10, 2023

The Ministry of Health said they “cannot confirm the presence of the new variant of Covid 19 BA.2.86 on the island” and explained the Ministry “recently sent samples to the Caribbean Public Health Agency [CARPHA] for sequencing, and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer continues to consult with the UK Health Security Agency [UKHSA] […]

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Photos & Video: Bermuda Sandcastle Contest

September 10, 2023

Various works of sand art showcasing talents of sand sculptors were on display yesterday [Sept 9] in the annual Bermuda Sandcastle Competition. Related Stories Photos & Video: Bermuda Sandcastle Contest Video & Photos: Sand Sculpture Competition Sandcastle Workshops Begin On Saturday Sand Sculpture Competition’s Free Workshops ‘Happy Father’s Day’ Sandcastle Greetings Sandcastle Team: ‘Happy 2022 […]

Green shoots emerge in reinsurance underwriting

September 10, 2023

Bermuda reinsurance executives are in Monte Carlo today for the September Rendez-vous, the annual gathering of insurers, reinsurers and brokers to begin discussions on reinsurance pricing for January …

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BHS students achieve ‘impressive’ exam results

September 10, 2023

More than 40 per cent of students at a private school received either A* or A on their I/GCSE exams.
Bermuda High School for Girls stated that 40.8 per cent of year 11 students received these grades…

Barbados win Bermuda Premier League after beating home favourites

September 10, 2023

North Field, National Sports Centre (Bermuda win toss): Barbados beat Bermuda by seven wickets

Barbados spoiled the Bermuda Premier League party by beating the home side in the final to become th…

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Digital Scoreboard Enhances Cricket Experience

September 10, 2023

[Written by Patrick Bean] During the recent Western Counties All-Star match, Thomas Ball and his nephew, Eugene Ball of T & T Scorers introduced a cutting-edge piece of technology to their cricket statistics and scoring arsenal, a towering digital scoreboard that adds vitality to on-field proceedings. Standing nine feet tall, the behemoth provides all relevant figures […]

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Williams On Target For March Town United

September 10, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Tai Williams scored for the second successive game in March Town United’s 5-1 defeat away at Aylestone Park in the United Counties League Knockout cup yesterday [September 9]. Williams, who joined the Cambridge-based team on a dual registration from Kettering Town last month, scored the first goal of the […]

Axis Capital ratings affirmed by AM Best

September 10, 2023

AM Best has affirmed the credit ratings of Axis Capital Holdings and it subsidiaries.
The outlooks for all the ratings are stable.
Oldwick, New Jersey’s AM Best affirmed the Financial Strength Rating…

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Video Slideshow: Bermuda Seen From Space

September 10, 2023

Step into space with this video gallery showcasing stunning images of Bermuda from the vantage point of space, captured by NASA’s advanced satellites over the years, offering a celestial perspective of our 21 square miles on the earth. Related Stories Video: NASA’s Animation Of 1968 Splash Down Recalling Bermuda’s Role In 1969 Moon Landing Bermuda […]

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Video: Sunday Sept 10th ‘Good News’ Spotlight

September 10, 2023

News that Yushae DeSilva-Andrade won a gold medal at the Fortaleza World Boccia Cup in Brazil, the Today Show will come to Bermuda, Shaqcoy Fox earned the Bermuda Hotel Association Adrian Hassell Memorial Scholarship, and Aaliyah Nolan scored a hat trick for Bradford City AFC were all some of the positive news stories from the […]

PHC bounce back in style with rout of X-Roads

September 10, 2023

PHC 6 X-Roads 0

PHC Zebras redeemed themselves after their Charity Cup loss to North Village last week when they romped to a lop-sided win over X-Roads Warriors in the Dudley Eve Trophy at Devons…

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LOM: No Share Repurchases For August 2023

September 10, 2023

LOM Financial Limited has announced that no repurchases were made in the Company for August 2023. The filing said, “In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], LOM Financial Limited, has announced that no repurchases were made in the Company for the following month ended 31 August 2023, pursuant to Regulation 6.38 of the […]

North Village make light work of Young Men’s Social Club

September 9, 2023

North Village 6 Young Men’s Social Club 1

Young Men’s Social Club got a taste of what life may be like for them in the Premier Division this season after they were heavily beaten in the Dudley Ev…

Bermuda sneak into BPL final without batting

September 9, 2023

North Field (Grassroots Academy won the toss): No result

Bermuda will face the unbeaten Barbados in the final of the inaugural Bermuda Premier League after their match against the Grassroots Aca…

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Bermuda Reaches Final Of Premier League

September 9, 2023

[Written by Patrick Bean] Bermuda reached the final of the Bermuda Premier League [BPL] based on net run rate, as late afternoon rain forced the match between the hosts and Grassroots Cricket Academy to be abandoned. Both teams ended the round-robin phase with one win, one loss and the abandonment, which offered a point to each […]

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Weather Forecast For Sunday September 10

September 9, 2023

Sunday, September 10 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud with a stray shower possible, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ESE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will […]

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Age Concern On Seniors, Funding & More

September 9, 2023

“Challenges faced by our seniors and those individuals that support them are greater than ever before,” Age Concern said. A spokesperson said, “September is always a time for reflection for Age Concern Bermuda [ACB] as an organization – we take stock of what the year to date has brought to us so far and consider […]

News / Royal Gazette

Sandcastle Competition attracts 27 teams

September 9, 2023

Despite the threat of bad weather, the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition returned to Horseshoe Bay this morning with teams ready to get their hands dirty.
Hannah Emmerson, who organises the annual event,…

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Cricket: Barbados Defeat Bermuda Select XI

September 9, 2023

[Written by Patrick Bean] Barbados defeated Bermuda Select XI by nine wickets at National Sports Centre, North Field on the penultimate day [Saturday] of competition in the Bermuda Premier League [BPL]. Bermuda Select XI batted first and struggled on a sticky wicket, scoring 82 for seven, as Allan Douglas Jr top-scored for the home team with […]

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Video: Ballentine Appears On Cleveland TV Show

September 9, 2023

Bermudian entrepreneur Myah Ballentine has appeared on the American Fox 8 television show New Day Cleveland to promote her cookie business Mama Leche. Ms Ballentine opened her business, a lactation-producing bakery that helps breastfeeding mothers, in June at the Beachwood Mall in Beachwood, a Cleveland suburb. “Thank you so much @newdaycleveland @fox8newscleveland for featuring Mama […]

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Video Contest For Teens Offers $1,000 Prize

September 9, 2023

WeSpeak is inviting teenagers aged 14-18 to “share a video that shares your journey toward confidence in public speaking,” with a $1,000 prize being offered for the winner, $500 for second place, and $300 for third place. A spokesperson said, “Calling all teenagers with a passion for storytelling and a phone in hand! We are […]

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Sept 9

September 9, 2023

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, September 9th. On Sunday the Oleander container ship and the Alpine Marina oil products tanker are expected, on Monday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Carnival Magic cruise ship is scheduled […]

Michael Findlay far from content with stalemate

September 9, 2023

In his first match in charge, Bermuda football coach Michael Findlay expressed his discontent with the 0-0 draw against French Guiana in their opening Concacaf Nations League fixture at the Flora Duff…

Bermuda v French Guiana: how they rated

September 9, 2023

Dale Eve (goalkeeper): Not his most notable appearance, however it did not have to be, as he was largely untroubled by an ineffective opposing attack. He did have to be rescued by Danté Leverock a…

PHC aim to make amends in Dudley Eve Trophy clash

September 9, 2023

PHC Zebras will attempt to get back on track when they come up against X-Roads Warriors in the Dudley Eve Trophy at Devonshire Recreation Club tonight.
The Premier Division and Friendship Trophy champ…

Select XI out to cause an upset against unbeaten Barbados

September 9, 2023

The Bermuda Select XI will be going in search of a first win in the Bermuda Premier League when they face unbeaten Barbados at North Field today.
Clay Smith’s men have lost their opening two matches o…

Cash and relationships: the loss of tangibility

September 9, 2023

Cash used to be tangible. You could touch it. You could count it.
You could smell it. It was dirty. So many hands passing it back and forth.
You could feel its power because you had physical control.
…

Teach your children to be workers and givers

September 9, 2023

Dear Dave,
My wife and I have been very fortunate in our careers. We both have six-figure incomes, and as a result we have a little over $2 million in savings and investments. With this in mind, do yo…