Archive for August, 2020
PLP: “We Call On The OBA To Cool Out”
“We call on the OBA to ‘cool out’ with the attacks and focus on the issues that matter to Bermudians,” the PLP said. A spokesperson said, “First, the OBA questioned the Premier’s loyalty to Bermuda and Bermudians. Now, they are attacking Renee Webb, who is not even a candidate, on personal issues that have absolutely nothing to do with... Read more of this article
PLP & OBA On Election Ads, Information, More
The OBA has condemned what they said was “the use of taxpayers’ money on political adverts,” while the PLP said they “believe it’s important for the Government to communicate it’s accomplishments to the people.” These are the latest statements from the political parties, who are both in ‘election mode’ since... Read more of this article
Minister Furbert On Bermuda Paper Company
[Updated] The Government will work with the Bermuda Paper Company to make them a preferred vendor, Minister for the Cabinet Office Wayne Furbert said today, saying that it is a “locally owned small business” and “their price points are substantially lower than comparable name brands.” Minister Furbert said, “Just over... Read more of this article
Zoological Society Volunteering Goes Virtual
Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] Volunteer Officer Joanne Chisnall made volunteering possible for by gathering a group of students to take part in a newly created virtual programme. A spokesperson said, “Summertime is normally a busy time for Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] volunteers at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo [BAMZ]. However, the Coronavirus... Read more of this article
Visually Impaired Can Vote Independently
“For the first time in Bermuda, persons who are vision impaired, blind or unable to see the ballot paper due to vision loss can vote independently and in private,” Vision Bermuda said today, noting that a Tactile Audio Device [TAD] device will be available. A spokesperson said, “According to the 2010 Census, 2371 persons were identified... Read more of this article
BPS Witness Appeal: Murder Of Danshun Swann
Today [Aug 27] is the second anniversary of the murder of Danshun Swann, and the police have renewed their appeal for witnesses to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “Today, marks the second anniversary of the murder of Danshun Swan, who was stabbed to death shortly after midnight on Monday 27th August 2018. “Danshun had attended... Read more of this article
Video: PLP Press Conference On Economy
[Updated] The PLP is holding a press conference this morning [Aug 27]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 10-minute replay is below Update 12.40pm: MP Jamahl Simmons remarks: Good morning, It took strong leadership to take Bermuda safely through the... Read more of this article
Olympic Tokyo Website Features Clarence Hill
The Olympic Tokyo 2020 website has highlighted Bermuda’s Clarence Hill, whose medal winning performance in 1976 gave the island the distinction of being the smallest nation in the world to win an Olympic medal. A story in the Tokyo 2020 website said, “While winning an Olympic medal is a personal goal for thousands of athletes, for 24 nations... Read more of this article
Gherdai Hassell Noted As ‘Emerging Black Artist’
Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell has been featured in an article on Widewalls entitled “5 Emerging Black Artists to Collect Now,’ with the website saying Ms Hassell “seems to be growing on a global scale.” The Widewalls website said, “The gender and race dialogues have slowly been shifting and thus redirecting our focus on a multiform... Read more of this article
Covid-19: Over 24 Million Cases Worldwide
With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed 24 million, with over 825,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. A CNN story said, “US company Johnson & Johnson has said it will extend trials... Read more of this article
Fidelis Appoints Emily Clapham & Stacey Munton
To spearhead its entry into the Contingency and Fine Art & Specie markets, Fidelis Underwriting Limited announced the appointments of Emily Clapham and Stacey Munton respectively as underwriters in these classes. Clapham and Munton will be based in London and will join the Fidelis Specialty Team reporting to Kayley Stewart, Head of Specialty. Richard... Read more of this article
TLC Group To Offer Remote Working Courses
In an effort to help the community adapt to the “New Normal”, the TLC Group of Companies’ Talent Development & Leadership Centre will be offering a variety of remote working courses. A spokesperson said, “Picture this: The year is 2020, and the entire planet shuts down due to a global pandemic. Economies collapse, countries stop all... Read more of this article
