Archive for December, 2024

Waldron Continues Racing At Hawthorne Course

Kiwon Waldron continued his US harness pony racing campaign at Hawthorne Race Course in Chicago. In his first race of the night, a pace class event, Waldron drove Montana Chief A, finishing ninth with a time of 1:52&4. In his second race, Waldron drove Street Boy in another pace class event, finishing sixth in 1:53& Related Stories Bermuda... Read more of this article

Ministry Approves Off Grid RV Pilot Program

“This is an innovative and practical solution that aligns with our objectives for Bermuda’s natural spaces,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is pleased to announce a pilot programme approved by the Minister to enhance the use of Bermuda’s natural spaces while promoting... Read more of this article

Bermuda T20 Team Third Associate In Region

The Bermuda men’s national T20 cricket team have finished the year ranked as the third Associate nation in the ICC Americas region. Bermuda played 19 T20 matches this year and were crowned champions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub Regional Qualifier going undefeated in seven matches this month. They are ranked 29th globally in the ICC... Read more of this article

Police Urge Safety With Online Purchase Plans

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is “urging residents to prioritise their safety, if intending to meet up with any unknown individual, to buy or sell items advertised online.” A police spokesperson said, “Three reports have been received between the 24th and 26th December 2024, where an unknown individual stole an item offered for sale... Read more of this article

Tyler Christopher: Boxing Saved My Life

Tyler Christopher says boxing saved his life and believes the sport kept him out of prison. Christopher, who has a perfect record of nine wins in the professional ranks, moved to Birmingham, England, five years ago to pursue his passion. “I was a proper piece of s*** back in the day,” Christopher told M6 sports. “Gangs, violence, drugs, breaking... Read more of this article

Bermudian Footballers Assist Thomas College

The Thomas College men’s soccer team enjoyed a memorable fall season, with their team including seven Bermudian footballers: Tre Burgess, Stefan Simmons, Shane Robinson, Joshua Joseph, Cody Robinson, Adio DeShield-Tankard, and Isaiah Francis. The Thomas men’s soccer team produced one of their best seasons in program history, finishing with... Read more of this article

Premier Burt’s Trip To London Cost $11,101.37

A trip in November 2024 by Premier David Burt to London, United Kingdom cost $11,101.37, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from November 17, 2024 – November 22, 2024, and the web page listing said, “The Premier of Bermuda, the Hon. David Burt, travelled to the United Kingdom from... Read more of this article

Kamau Leverock’s Voyagers Lose By 3 Runs

Kamau Leverock and his Voyagers side lost by three runs to the Guardians in the Bim10 tournament in Barbados yesterday [December 28]. The former Bermuda national team player bowled two overs for 19 and took one catch as Guardians posted 123 for three from their allotted overs. In reply, the Voyagers scored 120 for four. Leverock did not bat. Leverock... Read more of this article

Video: Sunday Dec 29th “Good News” Spotlight

News that Hamilton Princess delivered Christmas dinner to over 60 personnel from the BPS and BFRS, Onuri Smith is appearing in a pantomime in the UK, Bermuda HealthCare Services distributed 150 turkeys and Shiona Turini styled Beyoncé for a halftime show during the NFL’s Christmas match were all some of the positive highlights from the past week. We... Read more of this article

Fidelis Insurance Closes New Catastrophe Bond

Fidelis Insurance Bermuda Limited [FIBL] has successfully closed a new catastrophe bond through the issuance of the Series 2024-2 Class A Principal-at-Risk Variable Rate Notes. A spokesperson said, “Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited [FIHL], a global specialty insurer, announced today that Fidelis Insurance Bermuda Limited [FIBL] has successfully... Read more of this article

Kiwon Waldron Continues Racing In Chicago

Bermudian harness racing driver Kiwon Waldron continued his campaign on the US circuit, competing in four races at Hawthorne Race Course in Chicago as the season continued through the festive period. Waldron experienced a mix of results across the four races, with a second-place finish proving the highlight of his busy night. In the opening race of... Read more of this article