Author Archive: Bernews1

‘Homophobia Last Acceptable Discrimination’

On Wednesday May 25, around 100 people turned up to a rally held at City Hall, aimed at encouraging officials to extend legal safeguards found in Bermuda’s Human Rights Act to all persons regardless of sexual orientation. The event was launched by Krystl Assan [pictured] who says she encountered discrimination at a local guest house, and allegation... Read more of this article

Colbert’s Report: Happy To Be In Bermuda

A tired but cheerful Stephen Colbert was glad to be back on dry land this morning [May 28] after almost windless conditions virtually becalmed the Charleston Bermuda fleet and dragged the conclusion of the biennial race out by several days. Mr. Colbert arrived at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club aboard “Spirit of Juno” earlier this morning... Read more of this article

Photos: Charleston to Bermuda Sailboats Arrive

Both ‘Juno’ and ‘Spirit of Minerva’ sailed into the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club in Hamilton this morning [May 28], after the low wind conditions slowed down the Charleston Bermuda fleet and dragged the conclusion of the biennial race out by several days. Last night ‘Tucana’ crossed the finish line just east of St. Georges... Read more of this article

Police Car Crashes In St David’s

[Updated] At approximately 9:00am this morning [May 28] a Police car crashed while traveling along St David’s main road. The car was traveling in a westerly direction out of St David’s, and ended up crashed a few feet away from the water. We unofficially understand that the occupant[s] were not injured, and will update with official information... Read more of this article

‘Tucana’ Wins Charleston Bermuda Race

The outcome of the 777-mile Charleston Bermuda contest came right down to the wire — but in the end self-proclaimed “world’s greatest sailor” Stephen Colbert had to settle for second place. Yesterday evening [May 27] “Tucana” crossed the finish line just east of St. Georges Channel at 8:46:12 p.m. Bermuda time,... Read more of this article

‘Busy’ Hurricane Season Begins On June 1

Meteorologists are predicting the 2011 hurricane season will be a busy one, forecasting as many as 16 named storms in the Atlantic. Nine of those storms are expected to turn into hurricanes — five of them major. The 2010 Atlantic hurricane season was described as “hyperactive” by scientists, the most active since 2005.... Read more of this article

Platinum Financial Strength Rating Affirmed

A.M. Best Co. today [May 27] affirmed the financial strength rating of A [Excellent] and issuer credit ratings [ICR] of “a” of Platinum Underwriters Bermuda, Ltd. and its strategic affiliate Platinum Underwriters Reinsurance, Inc. The international ratings agency also has affirmed the ICR of “bbb” of Platinum Underwriters Holdings, Ltd. and... Read more of this article

Police Shoot And Kill Dog On Angle Street

[Updated] A short while ago today [May 27] there was an incident in the Angle Street area that resulted in a dog being shot. Police and dog wardens attended an address on Angle Street at 12:38pm in connection with an animal cruelty investigation. We have limited information at this time, but will update as able. [Update 3: 14 pm] Bernews understands... Read more of this article

Yachts Expected To Cross Finish Line Today

As the seventh day of racing dawned this morning [May 27] in the 777-mile Charleston Bermuda contest, one boat is well out front, five contestants have retired — and self-proclaimed “world’s greatest sailor” Stephen Colbert is likely to be denied victory not by Armageddon but light winds. Because of almost windless conditions... Read more of this article

Refurbished ‘Norwegian Dawn’ Bermuda Bound

Norwegian Cruise Line’s eight-year-old “Norwegian Dawn” re-enters service to Bermuda today [May 27] after undergoing extensive renovations at a Bahamian dry dock this month . The cruise line says the 2,224-passenger vessel is adding more than 50 new cabins as well as a new Brazilian steakhouse. Also changing will be the location... Read more of this article

Assured Guaranty’s Tucker Takes On New Role

Assured Guaranty Ltd., the Bermuda holding company for direct bond insurers Assured Guaranty Corp. and Assured Guaranty Municipal Corp., announced today [May 27] that effective June 10, 2011, Robert S. Tucker, currently managing director, Fixed Income Investor Relations, will be appointed to the position of managing director, Investor Relations, responsible... Read more of this article

Seadrill Reports First Quarter 2011 Results

Bermuda-based oil and gas exploration company Seadrill today [May 27] reports consolidated revenues for the first quarter 2011 of $1,110 million compared to $1,169 million for the fourth quarter 2010. Operating profit for the first quarter was $430 million, down from $479 million in the fourth quarter 2010, which included $26 million in gain on sale... Read more of this article