Archive for June, 2024
Markel Group Appoints Phil Schmidt
Markel Group has appointed Phil Schmidt as Chief Strategy Officer. A spokesperson said, “Markel, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. [NYSE: MKL], announced today that Phil Schmidt has been appointed Chief Strategy Officer. Effective today, Schmidt will lead Markel’s Global Strategy team. Schmidt, based in Bermuda, joined Markel... Read more of this article
Robin Tucker On Health Council Amendment Act
“While the Government made one amendment to the Health Council Amendment Act 2024, they have done so without genuine consultation with and buy-in from a valuable segment of the health community,” Opposition Senate Leader Robin Tucker said. Senator Tucker said, “During the Senate session the Government put forward an amendment removing... Read more of this article
Khano Smith Named USL Coach Of Week
Khano Smith has been named the USL Championship Coach of the Week, marking the second time this year the Bermudian coach has earned the honour. A spokesperson said, “Rhode Island FC Head Coach and General Manager Khano Smith has been named USL Championship Coach of the Week after the Ocean State club’s 5-2 win at Louisville City FC on Saturday. “For... Read more of this article
BLTA Announce ITF/COTECC U12 Tennis Teams
The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association [BLTA] announced the team being sent to the Dominican Republic to participate in the 2024 ITF/COTECC U12 Team Competition, which will take place from June 28th – July 5th. The team will consist of three girls Arianna Parra, Lee Terceira, Ella Metschnabel, and Jacky Lambert [Coach]. The three boys are Theodore... Read more of this article
Appeal To Locate Missing Cat ‘Cinnamon’
The owner of a cat named Cinnamon is appealing for assistance in locating their pet, which went missing in the Tee Street area on Tuesday, June 18. A missing poster says, “Cinnamon went missing in the Tee Street area on Tuesday, June 18. She is a small ginger cat with sores on her head. She is very scared and has never been away from home [she lives... Read more of this article
Dale Butler: Michael Taylor Set For Carnegie
[Written by Dale Butler] Another Bermudian takes to the Carnegie Hall stage on Friday of this week when he plays his flute in the American Protege International Music Competition. Michael Taylor will be accompanied by Bermudian Dr. Constance Ridley-Smith, who performed last weekend. Michael Taylor passed the Royal School Of Music Exams to Grade 5 in... Read more of this article
Brit Ltd Appoints Jacques Bonneau
Brit Ltd announced the appointment of Jacques Bonneau to the Board of Brit Re as a Non-Executive Director, subject to regulatory approval. A spokesperson said, “Jacques retired as CEO and President of PartnerRe in March 2024, and is a highly regarded leader within the global [re]insurance sector. Other positions Jacques has held in his career... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward Celebrates World MSME Day
“Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises [MSMEs] are the backbone of our economy, showcasing resilience, creativity, and innovation,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Minister Hayward said, “Moreover, they are crucial to our economic vitality and sustainability. And so, as the Minister of Economy and Labour, I... Read more of this article
Bermuda Continue Ball Hockey Championships
Bermuda continued competing in the ball hockey men’s world championship in Switzerland. Bermuda closed out group B finishing 5th with 3 points, they had a win, an overtime win, and 3 defeats. The outright win came against Armenia, with Bermuda claiming the win 3 – 2. Bermuda in the match got goals from Robbie Bailey, Jeffrey Morash, and Jeremy Estey. Related... Read more of this article
BFA Under 23: FC Bascome & Dandy Town Win
The Bermuda Football Association’s under 23 league season continued at the BAA Field with a double-header that produced 7 goals in total. PHC Zebras 0 FC Bascome 4 FC Bascome defeated the PHC Zebras 4 – 0 in the opener. FC Bascome got 2 goals from Tre Burgess within the first 10 minutes to lead 2 – 0 at the break. Christen Lugo Elibox made it... Read more of this article
Minister Owen Darrell On Summer Day Camps
“as the 2023-2024 school year concludes today for many students across the island, the Department of Sport and Recreation is prepared to welcome participants to this year’s Camp Connect initiative,” Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said in the Senate. The Minister said, “On Monday, July 1st, 2024, over one... Read more of this article
BNA Summer League: North Village & BPSU Win
A Bermuda Netball Association summer league co-ed division double-header took place at Bernard’s Park. The North Village Lady Rams defeated the Goal Diggers 25 – 17. The North Village Lady Rams got 13 goals from Jordyn Morris and 12 goals from Darrika Simons. The best attacker was Shi Jennings, while the best defender was Quinn Simmons, and Nacori... Read more of this article
