Archive for August, 2017
GSP Back To School Campaign Underway
Gina Spence Productions [GPS] and the Gibbons Company are encouraging Bermudians to get involved in their ‘Each One Reach One’ back to school campaign, seeking donations of funds and uniforms ahead of the new school year. GPS volunteers will distribute donated uniforms to nominated families in need on Saturday, September 2 from 11.00am to 5.00pm... Read more of this article
Column: Law Firms & Cyber Security
[Opinion column written by Chris Garrod] Hello Hackers My veterinarian was recently hacked. Someone wanted to extort money from them as ransom for private information they held. On dogs… and cats. And of course, more realistically, their clients. It was dealt with and they beefed up their software and data systems. But, to me, it was a telling example... Read more of this article
Video: St Regis Bermuda Architectural Design
A video posted on the OBM International Youtube channel highlights a rendering of the proposed St Regis Hotel in St. George’s, providing a three minute overview of the design. The video description says, “Join us on an escape to the newly designed St Regis Bermuda by global hospitality firm OBMI. The magnificent site is honoured with an elegant... Read more of this article
Video: August 30th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police confirm death of 62-year-old male visitor, Flora Duffy becomes second woman in ITU history to win five World Triathlon Series races in a season, Preserve Marriage Bermuda granted charitable status, celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson hosting a BBQ and fish fry for Labour Day, 29-year-old Devonshire man in stable condition in ICU following... Read more of this article
Photos: Flora Duffy Wins Triathlon In Stockholm
Bermuda’s Flora Duffy continues her impressive form, claiming her fifth victory of the season this past weekend when she crossed the line first at the ITU World Triathlon Stockholm. The victory made her the second woman in ITU history to have won five World Triathlon Series races in a single season, and also secured her the overall series leader position... Read more of this article
Reversing Diabetes Course Starting Aug 31
Aimed at diabetics, pre-diabetics, and their family members, you can learn how to reclaim your health with the Reversing Diabetes Mission Course starting on Thursday, August 31. This 4-week class will meet two days per week on Mondays and Thursdays from 6.30 pm until 8.00 pm at Windreach. A spokesperson for the Reversing Diabetes Mission course told... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Aug 29 2017
August 29 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,981.03, even on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 60 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
30 Minute Video: August 29 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 Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Wednesday August 30
Wednesday, August 30 is expected to be windy then mostly cloudy skies will become partly cloudy in the afternoon, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at 6.52am and sunset will be at 7.45pm.... Read more of this article
‘Preserve Marriage’ Granted Charitable Status
Yesterday [Aug 28], the Minister of Home Affairs Walton Brown advised the group ‘Preserve Marriage Bermuda ‘ that they have now been granted charitable status. “The group was informed on May 23rd 2017 that their application for charitable status had been denied by the Charity Commissioners and subsequently submitted an appeal to the... Read more of this article
Hurricane Harvey: Support Red Cross Efforts
Over the past few days, Hurricane Harvey pummeled Texas with one of the worst storms in recent American history, threatening businesses, homes, and lives with catastrophic flooding. Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas called the storm “one of the largest disasters America has ever faced,” and said the region would not recover anytime soon. The death... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of 62-Year-Old Man
[Updated] Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service personnel were standing by at the Department of Fisheries Dock on Coney Island this morning [Aug 29] as a boat brought a man to the dock, with the man transferred to an ambulance and transported to King Edward Memorial Hospital. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 10am this morning [Tuesday]... Read more of this article
