Author Archive: Bernews1

‘Dream Horse’ Thrives In Bermuda

A former racehorse which seemed destined for the slaughterhouse just a year ago has taken on a second lease of life in Bermuda thanks to a expressive auction photograph which caught the attention of local riding instructor Esther Douglas. Last April, she spotted a picture of the chestnut gelding after he was sent to New Jersey feedlot and listed for... Read more of this article

Ferry Reach Mountain Bike Results

The seventh mountain bike race of The Latter Rain Water Service Race Series took place yesterday [Feb.26] at Ferry Reach Park. Forty–four brave riders came out to despite the blustery and cold conditions on the 2-mile course. This week the course was raced in reverse of previous races, challenging the riders at every turn. In Men’s A Class,... Read more of this article

Upcoming: Jump Rope Workshops

The Argus Group is sponsoring Bermuda Heart Foundation’s ‘Jump 2b Fit’ programme, which encourages people to get into jumping rope as a means of getting fit and looking after their heart health. Bermuda Heart Foundation initially chose jump rope as its heart healthy school initiative as it’s cheap, fun and efficient in strengthening heart and... Read more of this article

AXIS Speciality In Strategic Agreement

Global Clearing & Settlement Advisors [GCSA], a leading US provider of capital solutions for the clearinghouse industry, and AXIS Specialty Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Bermuda’s AXIS Capital Holdings yesterday [Feb.26] announced a Strategic Alliance Agreement in conjunction with their closing of a new transaction for NOS Clearing ASA,... Read more of this article

Video: Attorney General On Initiatives

Attorney General and Justice Minister Kim Wilson spoke at Friday’s [Feb.24] post-budget press conference., saying one of her Ministry’s initiatives includes introduction of a co-pay system for inmates receiving medical attention. Minister Wilson also said the Substance Abuse Co-Ed facility in Dockyard will be completed in September 2012,... Read more of this article

2012 Validus “Running of the Bulls” Results

Gideon Kigotho and Rose-Anna Hoey were crowned the 2012 ValidusRe 5K Running of the Bulls Male and Female Champions yesterday morning [Feb.26]. Validus Reinsurance hosted the inaugural “Running of the Bulls” 5K Run/Walk in partnership with the Mid Atlantic Athletic Club [MAAC] in support of the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Bermuda. “We are... Read more of this article

Free ‘Have-A-Go’ Cricket Program

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] announced that the free Pee Wee ‘Have-a-go’ Cricket Program for children ages 5 – 7 will take place at Berkeley Institute Gym every Saturday, starting on March 17 and finishing on April 14, 2012. The sessions will run as follows: 5-year-olds – 1.30pm – 2.30pm, 6-7-year-olds – 3.00pm... Read more of this article

Equestrian Three Day Show Results

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation held a three-day show on February 19th, 25th and 26th at the Equestrian Centre on Vesey Street. The judges were Diana Langmuir from Canada, and Judy Hagen from Bermuda, with the course designed by Ian Truran. Show Championships Champion Hunter Pony: You’ll Be Amazed – Reserve: Cloudy Hill Champion Junior... Read more of this article

Armani Bermuda Shorts Unveiled In Milan

Bermuda shorts made a dramatic comeback to the world of haute couture at the Giorgio Armani catwalk show at Milan Fashion Week today [Feb. 27], which mixed modern cuts and vibrant colours with throwbacks to the 1920s. “The look is rockabilly, reflecting a fun, bad-girl attitude,” the Armani team said, but the brand’s mix of masculine... Read more of this article

Container Ship Diverts: Sick Crewman

On Friday night [Feb.24] a UK-flagged container ship traveling from Germany to Mexico diverted to Bermuda to obtain medical care for a sick crew member. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Radio received a call from the USCG to report an inbound ship with a sick crew member who required medical attention. “The 26,718 GRT, UK flag, container ship... Read more of this article

Hiscox Board Chairman To Step Down

Robert Hiscox, the chairman of Bermuda-based Hiscox Ltd., will step down as chairman in 2013 after 47 years with the firm. Mr Hiscox said, “I have decided to step down as Chairman of the Board while I still feel near the top of my game and have informed my fellow directors that I would like to retire from the board this time next year when I will... Read more of this article

Seadrill Orders Ultra-Deepwater Drillships

Bermuda-registered Seadrill has entered into turnkey contracts to build two new ultra-deepwater drillships at Samsung in South Korea. The construction of the drillships is scheduled for completion in the second and third quarter 2014. Total project price per drillship is estimated to be under US$600 million, which includes a turnkey contract with the... Read more of this article