Archive for May, 2020

Video: Antwan Albuoy, Kristin White & TJ Clark

Entrepreneurs Antwan Albuoy of Kinezumi Watersports, TJ Clark of Rugged Rentals, and Kristin White of Long Story Short joined host Don Burgess for Bernews latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series. The three entrepreneurs talked about the impact of Covid-19 in their businesses and more. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19... Read more of this article

Human Rights Commission: Walk-In Services

The Human Rights Commission will open their offices to the general public on Monday, June 1. A spokesperson said, “The Commission has been operating remotely since March 23, 2020 in accordance with the Government of Bermuda’s public health advisories. “An essential feature of the Commission’s service delivery is being accessible to all... Read more of this article

May 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

While the island and world are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing remains constant: the island’s beauty. As always, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and various social media accounts seven days a week in order to continue to highlight the stunning scenes that Bermuda has... Read more of this article

Covid-19: Over 6 Million Cases Worldwide

With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has — as of today [May 31] — now surpassed six million, with over 369,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. Following the U.S. in global case numbers are Brazil, Russia,... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Monday June 1

Monday,June 1 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6:12am and sunset will be at 8:21pm. High tide will be at 5:10am and 5:46pm, while low tide... Read more of this article

Video: May 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash

Tributes paid to Dr. Eva Hodgson, 140 total confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, five suspects arrested after fight at Turtle Bay, Facebook page celebrates Bermuda graduates, aircraft registry significantly reduces CofA fees and police appeal help locate 66-year-old Roger Evans are some of the stories in this morning’s [May 31] Bernews Newsflash. The... Read more of this article

Police Appeal: Help Locate 66-Year-Old [Found]

[Updated] Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 66-year-old Roger Evans. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 66-year-old Mr. Roger Evans. Mr. Evans is described as a dark complexioned black male, approx. 5’6″ in height and of very slim build.... Read more of this article

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Everest Re

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” of the operating subsidiaries of Bermuda-based Everest Re Group, Ltd. The ratings agency said, “Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term ICRs of “a-” of Everest Re Group, Ltd. and Everest Reinsurance Holdings, Inc.... Read more of this article

Covid-19: 230 Test Results, None Were Positive

Between Friday and today 230 test results were received by the Ministry of Health, and none were positive for Covid-19. A Government spokesperson said, “Between Friday and today 230 test results were received by the Ministry of Health; and none were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda has 140 total confirmed positive cases. Their status is as follows: there... Read more of this article

Five Suspects Arrested After Fight At Turtle Bay

Five suspects were arrested following a report of a “fight involving approximately 50 youths between the ages of 15 and 17 years old, at Turtle Bay, Clearwater Park.” A police spokesperson said, “At around 5:20pm on Friday 29th May, police received several reports of a fight involving approximately 50 youths between the ages of 15 and... Read more of this article

Tributes Paid To Dr. Eva Hodgson

[Updated] Reflecting on the news of the passing of Dr. Eva Hodgson, Premier David Burt, today called her, “An incisive voice for change.” Premier Burt said, “In clear and unmistakably honest terms, Dr. Hodgson told the story of Bermuda and the impact of its tortured history of race relations and economic inequality. Her intellect was devoted to... Read more of this article