Archive for April, 2024
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting April 27
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, April 27th. On Saturday the MSC Divina cruise ship and the Wave Sentinel cable layer are expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Gem cruise ship and the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Unique Infinity... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward’s Trip To UAE Cost $14,134.74
A trip in February 2024 by Minister Jason Hayward to the United Arab Emirates cost $14,134.74, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from February 25, 2024 – March 1, 2024, and the web page listing said, “The Hon. Jason P. Hayward, Minister of Economy and Labour, attended the Investopia... Read more of this article
Registry General Recognises World IP Day
The Registry General joins others in Intellectual Property across the world to celebrate World Intellectual Property Day, an opportunity to explore how intellectual property [IP] is an “opportunity to explore how intellectual property [IP] encourages the growth of creative solutions crucial to building our shared future.” A Government spokesperson... Read more of this article
Manders Helps Cardiff Met Win By 5 Wickets
Jaiden Manders was a member of the Cardiff Metropolitan University Cricket Club 1st XI that defeated King’s College Taunton by 5 wickets. Cardiff won the toss and sent King’s College to bat, they would bowl them out for 78, Keesan Stewart was the top scorer with 17, while Bhavya Doshi was the pick of the Cardiff bowlers returning figures of 3-1-5-3.... Read more of this article
Draft Blue Prosperity Plan Consultation Extended
The Ministry of Home Affairs extended the consultation period for the draft Blue Prosperity Plan by an additional week. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs announces an extension of an additional week for consultation on the draft Blue Prosperity Plan. The consultation will now close on Tuesday, 7th of May. “The... Read more of this article
Column: Symonds On Sustainability, Food, More
[Opinion column written by OBA Constituency 15 candidate Malachi Symonds] Across Bermuda, a call to action is echoing. With over 90% of all products imported, our island stands at a crossroad, facing a future marred by vulnerability, uncertainty and a constantly increasing cost of living. As concerns about global instability increase, ensuring food... Read more of this article
End-To-End Pays Tribute To Joan Dismont
[Written by Stephen Wright] Joan Dismont will forever be synonymous with the Convex End-to-End, such was her selfless service to the annual walk, dazzling the crowd from St George’s to Dockyard for more than 30 years. Known affectionately as the “Queen of the End-to-End”, Ms Dismont participated in the event from its inception in 1988 until 2016,... Read more of this article
Dept Wears Blue For Child Abuse Prevention
In solidarity with Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Department of Child and Family Services joined forces by wearing blue. “Today we came together in blue to send a powerful message: there’s no excuse for child abuse, and protecting our children is a top priority in 2024 and beyond.” said the Minister of Youth, Social Development... Read more of this article
SailGP Teams Partner With Local Clubs
The ten SailGP teams competing in the upcoming Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix – taking place at Morgan’s Point on May 4-5 – have partnered with local clubs and community groups as part of the global league’s ‘Adopt a Club’ program. A spokesperson said, “Through the program – which is part of the global league’s youth and community... Read more of this article
Phillips & Arizona Advance In Pac-12 Tournament
Daniel Phillips and his fourth seed and no. 23 Arizona State men’s tennis teammates defeated fifth-seeded and no. 58-ranked California 4 – 1 in the first round of the Pac-12 Tournament. The team advances to face the winner of the Stanford/Washington at Libbey Park in Ojai, California. Phillips played in the doubles, he teamed up with Nicola... Read more of this article
Latest Bermuda Pool League Results
In Bermuda pool league action, league leaders and undefeated Queens Club Kings defeated the BAA Rhinos 203 – 165, Bailey’s Bay shut out the Rangers White 225 – 0, while the Warwick Bombardiers defeated the PORC Stunners 206 – 181. The Spanish Point Potters defeated the Queens Club Dragons 202 – 193, Bermuda Breeze defeated the RAA Ballistics... Read more of this article
Video: April 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police investigating attempted shooting, Harbour Nights eco-friendly initiatives unveiled, Women’s Resource Centre on housing, Sir John Swan: ‘Encourage independent thinkers’, Convex End-to-End underway, End-To-End pays tribute to Joan Dismont, Department wears blue for Child Abuse Prevention, author returns to island in father’s memory and... Read more of this article
