Author Archive: Bernews6

Wallpaper Wednesday: Onion With Rainbow Flag

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Bermuda onion with a rainbow flag to mark Pride Month. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both... Read more of this article

Scherer Joins Strategic Risk Solutions ILS Team

Strategic Risk Solutions [SRS] announced that Charles “Chuck” Scherer has joined SRS Bermuda as a Senior Vice President – Insurance Linked Securities [ILS] in its Hamilton, Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Reporting to Jonathan Reiss, Chairman of SRS Bermuda, Mr. Scherer will be a key member of the Bermuda leadership team and will be responsible... Read more of this article

Three People Injured, One Person In ICU

[Updated] Three people were injured in a two motorcycle collision on Mullet Bay Road in St. George’s this afternoon [June 6], with a 69-year-old U.S. male visitor in the ICU with injuries that “deemed to be life threatening.” A police spokesperson said, “At 3:20pm Tuesday, 6th June 2023, police and emergency medical personnel were dispatched... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Wednesday June 7

Wednesday, June 7 is expected to be sunny day, increasing cloud overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset will be at 8.24pm. High tide will be at 11.48am,... Read more of this article

Video: June 6th Bernews Morning Newsflash

Elle names ‘Island Rose’ best hotel scent, Government issue RFP for Morgan’s Point, 400 ‘engagements’ during 315 F checks, Minister Owen Darrell updates on National Sports Centre, Cole Brauer wins One Two Yacht race, Donor Centre: Blood donation rule changed, Kallan Richardson running towards success, and Professor Lisa Boden appointed in... Read more of this article

Argus: No Share Repurchases In May 2023

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings Limited advised that pursuant to its share repurchase programme, during the month of May 2023 the company has not repurchased any shares. Related Stories Argus Reports Earnings & Interim Dividend Argus Group Announces Operating Results Argus: No Share Repurchases In May 2024 Argus:... Read more of this article

UK Parliament: Bermuda Financial Services

Bermuda “received one of the highest technical compliance ratings of any jurisdiction following a review by the Financial Action Task Force of its work to combat illicit finance,” British MP David Rutley said. During the British Parliament’s session on June 1st, Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell asked the Secretary of State for Foreign,... Read more of this article

Elle Names ‘Island Rose’ Best Hotel Scent

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club and Lili Bermuda’s collaborative fragrance, ‘Island Rose’, has been named the Best Hotel Scent by Elle Magazine, who described the scent as a “representation of what a vacation in Bermuda would be like.” Nerisha Penrose, Beauty Commerce Editor, ELLE Magazine, said of the perfume: “There’s a hint of... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Tuesday June 6

Tuesday, June 6 is expected to see some early cloud, becoming brighter by afternoon, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am and sunset will be at 8.23pm. High tide will be... Read more of this article

Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos

This past weekend saw a wide disruption at the airport as multiple flights were cancelled ,delayed or diverted; the You Go Girl relay race, the CedarBridge Academy inaugural 5K Fun Walk, Butterfly Blast, Pickleball Extravaganza, Holy Trinity Church festival and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Complementary Medicine Event

An event to showcase various aspects of Complementary and Alternative Medicine approaches to healthcare was held today [June 4] at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire. Dr. Kuni Frith previously said, ““The World Health Organization acknowledges the increased demand for Complementary and Alternative Medicine [CAM] and has issued the following... Read more of this article

Photos, Video & 360: CedarBridge 5K Fun Walk

CedarBridge Academy held their inaugural 5K Fun Walk this morning [June 4] with participants starting in Flatts and walking to CedarBridge Academy in Devonshire. A spokesperson previously said, “CedarBridge Academy feels that activities like this are critical for cultivating strong relationships between stakeholders and students. “Furthermore,... Read more of this article