Author Archive: Bernews1

Canada Ends Investor Immigration Visa Program

As Bermuda debates the merits of a commercial immigration programme, news from Canada shows they have just ended a similar programme, which allowed foreigners with a net worth of more than $1.6-million to gain residency and potentially citizenship. The Globe and Mail report: “Many criticized the program as a way for rich foreigners essentially... Read more of this article

Upcoming: Global African Inventions Presentation

In honor of Black History Month, Africalogist Melodye Micëre Van Putten will host a presentation entitled, Global African Inventions on Thursday [Feb 27] at the Cathedral Hall in Hamilton starting at 5.30pm with light refreshments. The presentation runs for 70 minutes, starting promptly at 6:00 pm and is suitable for school children of all ages. A... Read more of this article

Bermuda Bridge Tournament Hailed A Success

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today praised the organisers of the Bermuda Regional Bridge Tournament for another “resounding success.” This was the 56th year for the annual event. It was held from January 25 to 31 and attracted 375 overseas visitors over seven days. The BTA said, “This year saw a 15 per cent increase in the number... Read more of this article

Photos: Gibbs Hill Lighthouse Repairs Underway

Restoration work is underway at the Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse in Southampton, with scaffolding visible on the 117ft high structure. The Government previously announced that Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse will be closed to the public until April 7th 2014 while the restoration work takes place. The cost was not stated, but back in 2012 the then-Government said... Read more of this article

Argo Group Reports Q4 Net Income of $47M

Bermuda-based Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. announced financial results for the three and twelve months ended Dec. 31, 2013. Net income was $47.8 million or $1.74 per diluted share compared to a net loss of $4.7 million or $0.17 per diluted share in the fourth quarter of 2012. After-tax operating income was $22.6 million or $0.82 per diluted... Read more of this article

Jillian Terceira Begins Competing in Portugal

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira began taking part in the CSI Atlantic Tour Vilamoura 2014 in Portugal where she competed on two horses on Day One. Terceira riding Denada competed in the 6 Year Old Young Horses Table A Against the Clock 1.25 -1.30m Class finished 45th out of 60 competitors with a time of 100.71, the pair had 2 Penalty Fault Points. Terceira... Read more of this article

Video: Elite Traveler Interviews David Dodwell

A video from the New York based Elite Traveler recently surfaced on YouTube, showing an interview with Bermuda Tourism Authority Chairman David Dodwell. Mr. Dodwell explains many of Bermuda’s attributes in the video, which is interspersed with footage of the island, showing our beaches, spas, kayakers, golf and more. “Bermuda is a very sophisticated... Read more of this article

Sexual And Reproductive Health Awareness Day

On Wednesday [Feb 12], the Department of Health is observing its fourth annual Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Day. As such, the Department of Health is encouraging everyone to “Have the Conversation” about sexual health. “Sexual health matters to all of us, whether we talk about it openly or not,” said a Department of Health spokesperson.... Read more of this article

BHI Releases Plates Of Passion Videos

The Bermuda Hospitality Institute has just launched a series of YouTube videos showcasing the journey of the ten chef-student teams that will be featured in the Plates of Passion event being held on 3 April, 2014 at the Bermuda College. The YouTube videos will allow the public to log on and see for themselves the exciting journey students and their... Read more of this article

Nahki Wells & Huddersfield Go Down To Forest

Nahki Wells and his Huddersfield FC teammates took on Nottingham Forest today [Feb 11] at Huddersfield’s home field where the Terriers went down 0-3 at John Smith’s Stadium. Today’s game marked the 23 year old Bermudian striker’s 100th Football League appearance. After a scoreless first half, Forest opened the scoring with a header in... Read more of this article

OBA Youth Wing To Host Open Mic On Gaming

The youth wing of the One Bermuda Alliance — the Future Bermuda Alliance [FBA] — will be hosting an Open Mic on Gaming Reform on February 23rd. It was originally scheduled for February 16th, however the date was changed. The event will be held at the Gazebo Room at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess at 7pm. “Our panel members will consist... Read more of this article

Man Charged In Court, $51,000 Confiscated

In Magistrates Court this morning [Feb 11], 44-year old Ricardo Walker was not required to enter a plea to a charge of having possession of cash that was the proceeds of criminal activity. Walker was allegedly found with just over $51,000 in his possession as he was going through procedures at Bermuda’s LF Wade International Airport. The matter was... Read more of this article