Archive for September, 2024

Four ICO Decisions On Ministry Of Justice HQ

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued four decisions concerning the Ministry of Justice Headquarters. Decision 26/2024 [PDF] Decision 27/2024 [PDF] Decision 28/2024 [PDF] Decision 29/2024[PDF] A spokesperson said, “On 23 September 2024, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decisions 26/2024, 27/2024, 28/2024 and 29/2024,... Read more of this article

NMB/Grundy Youth Photography Competition

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is inviting local students to participate in The Grundy Youth Photography Competition. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda is inviting all local students to participate in the sixth year of The Grundy Youth Photography Competition. In honour of Mrs. Joy Grundy’s passing last year, the competition’s... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Tuesday October 1

Tuesday October 1 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 7:13am and sunset will be at 7:02pm. High tide will be at 8:30am and 8:53pm, while low tide will... Read more of this article

Evans Finishes 5th In America’s Cup E-Series

Bermudian sailor Rockal Evans finished 5th in the America’s Cup E-Series Grand Final in Barcelona. The organisation said, “The America’s Cup has concluded its first-ever esports season, the America’s Cup e-Series, with a thrilling Grand Final event in Barcelona that saw eSailingCentral emerge victorious, claiming the coveted e-Series... Read more of this article

Airport Earn Awards At 2024 ACI World Summit

The L.F. Wade International Airport recently won two awards at the 2024 ACI World Summit in Atlanta. A statement from Bermuda Skyport Corporation Limited said, “We’re thrilled to share that we’ve just returned from the 2024 ACI World – Airports Council International Customer Experience Global Summit and Awards Gala in Atlanta, hosted... Read more of this article

Senator On Lease With Google For Burrows Hill

“I have tabled a motion for this Chamber to approve the lease agreement between the Bermuda Land Management Corporation and Seagrass Services Limited – a local subsidiary of the multinational corporation Google LLC,” Senator Leslie Robinson said in the Senate today [Sept 30]. The Senator said, “In September 2023, Google announced... Read more of this article

Bermuda Land Management Corporation

“I rise to announce the official establishment of the Bermuda Land Management Corporation,” Junior Minister of Public Works Senator Leslie Robinson said in the Senate today [Sept 30]. The Senator said, “Earlier this year this Chamber, through the West End Development Corporation Amendment Act 2024, approved the merging of two Government... Read more of this article

2024 Gombey Festival To Feature Seven Troupes

The Bermuda Gombey Festival next month will feature seven active Gombey troupes — Gombey Evolution, Gombey Warriors, H&H, Place’s, Warwick, Phoenix and Vibe Tribe – Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the Senate today [Sept 30] the Minister said, “It is my absolute pleasure to speak to you... Read more of this article

Brownie Pack Advocates For Environment

A group of girls from the First Devonshire and West Pembroke Brownie Pack is advocating for marine life and promoting environmental responsibility. A spokesperson said, “A small group of girls who are members of First Devonshire and West Pembroke Brownie Pack meet at First Baptist Church in Devonshire. They have gigantic visions how they can make... Read more of this article

‘Therapeutic Speed Dating’ Event On October 10

A “Therapeutic Speed Dating” event will be held on October 10th, with the organisers saying “the format is unique—akin to speed dating—but instead of romantic matches, participants will connect with different therapists, ask questions, and learn about various approaches to mental health care.” A spokesperson said, “Mental... Read more of this article

Column: Richardson On Home Ownership & More

[Opinion column written by MP Anthony Richardson] The recent change, empowering Bermudians to acquire their first homes, is another important step in the PLP’s effort to make homeownership more accessible. This amendment to pension rules, coupled with the government’s Mortgage Guarantee Programme, demonstrates the Progressive Labour Party’s... Read more of this article

Photos & Results: Annual Shotocup Kata Classic

The 5th Annual Shotocup Kata Classic was recently held at the Whitney Institute. A spokesperson said, “The 5th Annual Shotocup Kata Classic, held at the Whitney Institute, marked another significant milestone in Bermuda’s martial arts history. With fierce competition, remarkable performances, and breakout stars, the event showcased the immense... Read more of this article