Archive for April, 2021
TCD Remains Closed For Walk In Service
The Ministry of Transport said they “would like to advise the public that the Transport Control Department is still closed to walk-in service. ” A Government spokesperson said, “For individuals that need to register their vehicles, they should have their insurance completed and visit www.ETCD.gov.bm.” Related Stories Banker... Read more of this article
Oil Insurance Limited Holds 2021 AGM Virtually
Oil Insurance Limited held its 2021 Shareholder’s Annual General Meeting virtually on Tuesday, April 20th. A spokesperson said, “During the meeting, it conducted a review of its 2020 operational and financial results, held elections of directors for the 2021-2022 year and passed several shareholders resolutions. “For 2020, OIL earned $467... Read more of this article
Video: April 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Health Minister confirms another death, 22 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda and 28 people in hospital with 9 in ICU, 1140 cases announced so far this month, Court Circular states there will be a further reduction of services, SailGP CEO calls Bermuda a “fabulous venue,” BHA donates $25,000 to vaccine clinic and the Virtual Ag... Read more of this article
New Ferry Schedule As Of May 3rd, 2021
Effective Monday 3rd May, the ferry service will operate under a revised schedule. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine and Ports Services advises the public that effective Monday 3rd May, the ferry service will operate under a revised schedule. “Commuters are urged to familiarise themselves with the changes as they impact the... Read more of this article
Shiona Turini Styling Efforts Receive Praise
Actor Daniel Kaluuya has received praise for his Hollywood award season look, which was styled by Bermudian fashion consultant Shiona Turini. A USA Today story said, “We’re used to seeing celebrities glammed all the way up on red carpets. Hair done. Outfit impeccable. Face glowing. “But when awards season came back around, revamped... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 26 2021
April 26 saw 2,700 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $102,600.00 BD. 2,700 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $38.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,593.24, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 59 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related... Read more of this article
Video: BNV With MP Michael Dunkley
MP Michael Dunkley — the Shadow Minister of National Security & Health, Seniors and former Premier — will be joining Bernews at around 8pm this evening [April 26] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, and you can tune in and watch live below at around 8.00pm. Update | The live broadcast has concluded and the replay... Read more of this article
22 New, 609 Active, 28 In Hospital, 9 In ICU
The Ministry received 2154 test results — from Friday and Saturday — and 22 were positive, so there are now 609 active cases, of which 28 people are in hospital with 9 in ICU. The Government also confirmed the sad news that “Bermuda has recorded another death of someone who was Covid positive” and “sadly Bermuda now has 24... Read more of this article
Health Minister Confirms Another Death
“Bermuda has recorded another death of someone who was Covid positive,” the Government confirmed this evening, adding that “sadly Bermuda now has 24 Covid related deaths.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “Sadly, today, I must report that Bermuda has recorded another death of someone who was Covid positive. My deepest... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 26 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... Read more of this article
SATA Azores Airlines Offers Travel Deals
Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott is reminding the public of travel deals currently being offered on SATA Azores Airlines. Minister Scott stated, “I am pleased with the response that we’ve had thus far with bookings on our new route with SATA Azores Airlines. I urge residents who are planning to travel to the Azores this summer but have not purchased... Read more of this article
Video: Japan & USA SailGP Teams Crash
The second day of racing in the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix saw a collision between the teams hailing from Japan and the USA. In all, the competition included teams from Australia, France, Japan, United States, Spain, Great Britain, Denmark, and New Zealand. At the end of the second day of racing, Ben Ainslie’s Great Britain SailGP Team were crowned winners... Read more of this article
