Archive for August, 2018
Images Circulate, Police Launch Investigation
Following the circulation of video and images on social media that “show two males behaving suspiciously around a house,” the police have launched an investigation into the matter and have urged anyone who may know the identity of the males to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “Presently there are video images circulating... Read more of this article
Bermuda Sailors Competing In World Optimists
Bermuda sailors were back on the waters of Cyprus to begin competing in the World Optimist Championships. Day Two saw them sail two more races to take the total to four for the series. Representing Bermuda are Christian Ebbin, Sebastian Kempe, Ahzai Smith, Magnus Ringsted and Leyli Walker. Kempe remains the leader of the Bermuda Fleet he moved up 5... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: August 30 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 Friday August 31
Friday, August 31 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 6.53am and sunset will be at 7.44pm. High tide will be at 12.12am and 12.34pm,... Read more of this article
Video: BEDC Student Entrepreneur Awards
[Updated] The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is holding their award presentation this evening [Aug 30] honouring the young people who completed their Summer Student Entrepreneur Programme [SSEP]. A spokesperson said, “Since early July, the scheme has walked ten young people between the ages of 14 and 20, through the challenging process... Read more of this article
Troncossi Public Relations Firm To Close
After 18 successful years in business, one of Bermuda’s leading public relations consultancy firms is closing for at least a year. The company’s Managing Director, Elizabeth Tee, who founded the company in September 2000, is “leaving Bermuda to take a break.” The company has represented over 170 companies in its 18-year history representing... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Burch On Housing, Eviction
[Updated] Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch is holding a press update this afternoon [Aug 30] on the recent eviction as well as speaking on affordable housing issues in general. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video of Minister Burch is below. Update 4.48pm: As a super simplified initial summary, Minister... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Nations League Football Team Named
The Bermuda Football Association announced the Senior Men’s National Team that will play in the inaugural Concacaf Nations League Qualifying Round Match. “Bermuda will play Aruba at the Stadion Ergilio Hato in Curacao on Sunday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. Bermuda time,” the BFA said. Players Jahquil Hill Dante Leverock Dale... Read more of this article
Appleby Legal Education, Bursary Award Winners
Appleby announced the two recipients of their Legal Education Awards, who will be commencing their two-year training contract with Appleby in 2019, with Ashley Bento and Monica Kelly both receiving the honour. Appleby also said they are “pleased to acknowledge our Legal Education Bursary recipients, who will receive a summer internship opportunity. “For... Read more of this article
23 Football Coaches Complete License Course
The Bermuda Football Coaches Association [BFCA] announced that an additional 23 coaches successfully completed the Introduction to Coaching course on Sunday, August 26th. The course, which was delivered by UEFA B license coach educators from the BFCA, helps to qualify the coaches for the Bermuda Football Association D License required to coach youth... Read more of this article
PartnerRe Make Board & Leadership Changes
PartnerRe announced that effective September 1, 2018, Brian Dowd will succeed John Elkann as Chairman of the Company’s Board of Directors. Mr. Elkann, who is Chairman and CEO of EXOR, will remain on the Board. Mr. Elkann commented, “Over the past two years, under Emmanuel Clarke’s leadership, our company has performed strongly notwithstanding... Read more of this article
Video: Vigil To Be Held Tonight In Southampton
Another ‘Break the Silence’ Candlelight Vigil will be held at 7.30pm this evening [Aug 30] at the park across from Southampton Rangers, and organiser Antonio Belvedere is urging everyone to come out and “bring peace.” This evening’s event follows after the fatal stabbing of 25-year-old Danshun Swann in Southampton on August... Read more of this article
