Archive for April, 2020
Corporation Of Hamilton Implement 10% Pay Cut
The Corporation of Hamilton have “implemented a temporary 10% pay cut across the organization in an effort to remain buoyant and agile in these ever-changing times.” A spokesperson said, “The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant financial impact on Bermuda, and the Corporation of Hamilton [COH] is not immune to its effects. “The... Read more of this article
Minister Provides Update On Contact Tracing
Minister of Health Kim Wilson confirmed during yesterday evening’s [April 29] press briefing that focus is being placed not only on testing for Covid-19, but also on contact tracing when positive cases have been identified. Speaking at the press briefing, Minister Wilson said, “As I have mentioned previously, testing is just one measure which... Read more of this article
Tagged Great White Shark Near Bermuda
The borders may be closed right now, however it does appear that someone is trying to visit us, as 15-foot-long great white shark named Unama’ki is making its way toward Bermuda, with the 2,000 pound female being monitored by marine research non-profit OCEARCH. A Newsweek story said, “A 15-foot-long great white shark dubbed “Unama’ki”... Read more of this article
Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For April 2020
Bernews posted more than 200 videos across our various social networks during April 2020, and the most viewed videos were almost entirely focused on the Covid-19 pandemic, which has dominated headlines worldwide due to its unprecedented and very serious nature. As far as Facebook videos, the top one for the month was a live video of the Government press... Read more of this article
Video: Butterfield & Vallis Staff Thanked
A video has been put together to thank Butterfield & Vallis staff for doing their part in “keeping Bermuda fed” during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Set to ‘The Champion’ by Carrie Underwood and Ludacris, the video scrolls through photos of staff members doing their part to assist during the pandemic, highlighting their... Read more of this article
WRC Announces Partnership With Aecon
The Bermuda Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] has announced a partnership with Aecon “to deliver educational, training and networking opportunities.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] is pleased to announce a partnership with Aecon, a leader in the construction and infrastructure development industry to deliver... Read more of this article
BHB: Wear A Mask When Attending Hospital
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is requesting that members of the public who have a cloth mask wear it when attending the hospital to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is asking members of the public who have a cloth mask, to please wear it if they need to attend the hospital. Most people are doing... Read more of this article
Watlington Waterworks Directors Report
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Watlington Waterworks Ltd. releases the Directors report to the shareholders. The full filing stated: The Year 2019 was one of contrasting halves. During the first six months the Company’s performance was weaker than it had been in previous years because rainfall had been above average, which in turn... Read more of this article
Carey Olsen Wins China Business Law Award
Carey Olsen has won an international firm of the year award in the Restructuring and Insolvency category at the 2020 China Business Law Awards. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen Bermuda’s lead role in a cross-border matter has played a key part in Carey Olsen winning an international firm of the year award in the Restructuring and Insolvency... Read more of this article
Video: April 30th Bernews Morning Newsflash
111 confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, more than 2,100 tests conducted so far, shopping day for people with last names from A – F, and phased re-opening plan will start as of this Saturday are some of the stories in this morning’s [April 30] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes an overview of the latest Bermuda news, the... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 29 2020
April 29 saw 2,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $60,500.00 BD. 2,000 shares were traded by Ascendant Group Limited, closing even at $30.25 per share. The BSX finished at 1,542.73, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Announce ‘Phased Reopening’
[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 29] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: Premier David Burt tweeted, “We have received 636 more Covid-19 test results. 1 was positive and... Read more of this article
