Archive for April, 2014
Bermuda Petrel Spotted Off Nova Scotia Coast
While well-known throughout Bermuda, the Bermuda Petrel — more commonly known as the Cahow — managed to find its way to another part of the Atlantic Ocean, with a recent sighting off of the coast of Nova Scotia, Canada giving birdwatchers in that part of the world a relatively rare sight. The American Birding Association said, “Michael... Read more of this article
Butterfield Cycling Grand Prix Stage III Results
Tokio rider Shannon Lawrence won the Male A Stage Three of the 2014 Butterfield Bermuda Grand Prix claiming victory by lapping the field twice in Hamilton on Sunday morning [Apr 27]. Lawrence clocked a time of 59:53.950, Winners Edge rider Mark Hatherley finished second and Fast Forward Bicycle Works rider Matthew Claridge finished third. Another Sprint... Read more of this article
Heritage Month Officially Opened At Reception
The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs hosted a reception on Friday to officially open Heritage Month, with this year’s Heritage Month carrying the theme of ‘Bermuda’s Historical Treasures.’ Speaking at the reception, Senator Alexis Swan said, “Heritage Month is a welcomed tradition in Bermuda. It is during this month... Read more of this article
Photo Slideshow: 2014 Agricultural Exhibition
The 2014 Agricultural Exhibition wrapped up this past Saturday [Apr 26] at the Botanical Gardens, capping off three days that featured thousands of entries available to be seen in the various categories. The show’s exhibits included livestock, fruits, floriculture, decorated cakes, homemade food products, wood crafts, and many others, along with... Read more of this article
Bitcoin Expert To Present At Financial Seminar
yCompliance will present the 2nd Annual Financial Crime & Compliance Seminar at the Fairmont Southampton in Bermuda on October 9, 2014. Virtual currencies expert Brian Stoeckert [pictured], JD, CAMS, CFE, will address attendees at this year’s Financial Crime & Compliance Seminar and will walk them through the “C” change for virtual currencies,... Read more of this article
Video: “Dancing Humpbacks” In Bermuda Waters
Local whale researcher Andrew Stevenson recently captured two humpback whales in their natural environment in Bermuda’s waters, with the video below showing their graceful and languid movement. The YouTube description from Mr. Stevenson said, “Every once in a while I have a close encounter with humpbacks. These encounters are always on the... Read more of this article
Toni Daniels & Opposition On “Real Bermudians”
“I’m a mixed-race Bermudian. Sometimes that gives me insight into the racial situation in Bermuda that others might not have,” said former OBA Senator Toni Daniels [pictured] in a recent opinion column. “Here’s one of those insights for you: There are blacks and there are whites, sure, but the real struggle is between what people... Read more of this article
Bermuda Rifle & Drill Team Ready For Debut
A new women’s rifle drill team set to make its debut at the annual Bermuda Day parade has got a seal of approval from the wives of Governor George Fergusson and Premier Craig Cannonier. Margaret Fergusson and Antoinette Cannonier joined forces to inspect the ‘troops’ of the Bermuda Rifle & Drill Team, formed by Regiment Sergeant Debbie Symons... Read more of this article
Endurance Appoints Clifford Easton As VP
Endurance Specialty Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced that Clifford Easton will join the company tomorrow as Executive Vice President and Global Head of Energy Insurance responsible for launching a new specialty insurance line covering both onshore and offshore energy. Mr.... Read more of this article
XL Group Declare $0.16 Quarterly Dividend
XL Group plc declared a quarterly dividend on April 25, 2014 of $0.16 per ordinary share payable on the Company’s ordinary shares. The dividend will be payable on June 30, 2014 to ordinary shareholders of record as of June 13, 2014. The Company also said that the Board of Directors of its wholly-owned subsidiary, XLIT Ltd., resolved on April 24, 2014... Read more of this article
Weekend Reports, Photos, Videos, Links & More
This past weekend [Apr 26/27] saw the conclusion of the Agricultural Exhibition, the Commonwealth Games Queen’s Baton tour Bermuda, the Butterfield Bermuda Grand Prix, a visiting motorcycle group tour the island, Flora Duffy win the XTERRA in Australia and more. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Desmond Fountain... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Monday April 28
Monday, April 28 is expected to be partly cloudy and windy, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F, according to the Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be from the WNW at 30 to 50 km/h. The relative humidity is expected to be near 56%. Sunrise will be at 6.35am and sunset will be at 7.57pm. High tide will be... Read more of this article
