Archive for October, 2016
Photos/Results: Tennis Championships Day #5
Action in the Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s 2016 Fall Championships resumed at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium, with the fifth day of play taking place. In Men’s A Singles action Sam Butler defeated David Thomas in straight sets 7-6, 6-2, while Gavin Manders defeated Trey Mallory 6-3, 6-4. A Women’s C Singles match needed three sets to decide... Read more of this article
AXIS Capital 2016 Q3 Net Income: $177M
Bermuda-based AXIS Capital Holdings Limited reported net income available to common shareholders for the third quarter of 2016 of $177 million, or $1.96 per diluted common share, compared with $248 million, or $2.50 per diluted common share, for the third quarter of 2015. Net income available to common shareholders for the nine months ended September... Read more of this article
Photos: Hockey Action Sees Budgies Notch Win
Recent field hockey action in the women’s division saw the Budgies record a shut out victory over the Canaries at the National Sports Centre, recording a score of 1 – 0. After a scoreless first half, the game’s lone goal came in the 46th minute off the stick of Keishae Robinson as the Budgies, wearing blue and grey, defeated the Canaries... Read more of this article
Movies In The City Rescheduled For Saturday
As a result of postponement due to inclement weather last Saturday, October 22nd, the Uptown Cultural Committee has decided to reschedule the opening night of Movies in the City to this Saturday, October 29th from 7pm – midnight. “The event will begin with an Open Mic Karaoke Session hosted by DJ Chill of Chill Entertainment as part of the... Read more of this article
BUEI & L’Alliance Française To Show ‘Demain’
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] and L’Alliance Française of Bermuda is inviting the public to its French film series with a showing of ‘Demain’, an award-winning French environmental documentary to be shown with English subtitles The showing will take place on Friday, October 28 at 7.30pm. The event poster says, “Demain... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 27 2016
October 27 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,617.14, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 6 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 5 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article
‘Silver Whisper’ Cruise Ship Docks In Hamilton
The Silver Whisper cruise ship is currently docked in Hamilton, with the 610 foot long ship, which is making its sole visit to the island this year, carrying an estimated 369 passengers and 295 crew. According to the Bermuda Tourism Authority, the number of scheduled cruise visits to Bermuda in 2017 will increase to 162 [from 151 this year] and as... Read more of this article
BTA: Third Quarter Vacation Air Arrivals Up 18%
“On-island visitor spending, vacation air arrivals and hotel occupancy all surged higher in the third quarter further improving an already strong year for the Bermuda tourism industry,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority said, adding that “led by an impressive 31 percent jump in the month of September, vacation air arrivals are up 18 percent... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: ZBM Evening News For Oct 27
Comments from Rolfe Commissiong on Rev Nicholas Tweed’s work permit, Home Affairs Minister Patricia Gordon-Pamplin responding to Mr Commissiong’s comments, and the latest tourism statistics are some of the stories ZBM covered in their newscast this evening. With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Do You Want To Serve On A Government Board?
Government is currently accepting submissions from persons interested in serving on Government’s 2017 boards and committees, the Cabinet Office advised today. “The public will recall that opening up the boards and committees for residents to serve was one of Government’s Throne Speech pledges this year,” a spokesperson said. “Expression... Read more of this article
Photos: Fire Service Responds In Hamilton
[Updated] The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service are responding to the Government Administration Building in Hamilton, and an audible fire alarm can be heard. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 5.31pm: Police confirm that the area surrounding the building has been cordoned off whilst the matter is being attended... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Friday October 28
Friday, October 28 is expected to be overcast, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/69°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 56%. Sunrise will be at 7.33am and sunset will be at 6.31pm. High tide will be at 7.48am and 8.05pm, while low tide will... Read more of this article
