Author Archive: Bernews1

CellOne’s New Services To Be Available Soon

CellOne announced today [Oct 2] that their new service offerings will be made available in the coming weeks. This announcement follows the company just receiving approval from the telecommunications regulator to offer new services including ISP and Long Distance. “CellOne is pleased to move forward with plans to offer Bermuda additional options for... Read more of this article

Amlin Donates $10,000 To Coral Reef Research

The Bermuda Zoological Society has received a donation from Amlin Bermuda in the amount of $10,000 for their ongoing work in promoting coral reef research and protection. “The delicate state of coral reefs around the world has continued to garner international attention, as many reef systems face major threats from a variety of sources”,... Read more of this article

Lawrie Boosts Stake In BF&M To 34.75%

In a filing, dated 01 October, 2013, with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, BF&M Limited announced that Lawrie (Bermuda) Limited [LBL] increased its shareholding in the Company from 24.56% to 34.75%. In share transactions initiated between 20 & 25 September, 2013, LBL purchased a total of 871,333 Company common shares. Related Stories Veronica... Read more of this article

Minister Apologises: Comments About Teachers

Education Minister Nalton Brangman has apologized for comments made at yesterday’s press conference, saying it “has rightly caused upset and anger amongst our educators.” During yesterday’s press conference, Minister Brangman said: “The weakness in our system has been found to be quality of teaching, specifically within the... Read more of this article

Annual Classic Bike Club Display On Sunday

The Bermuda Classic Bike Club will be holding their Annual Bike Display on Sunday [Oct 6] at the eastern end of Kindley Field Road [Ferry Reach] near the Swing Bridge. Previously scheduled for this past weekend, the inclement weather caused the club to postpone the event. “Come out and display your bikes or come down and see many different custom... Read more of this article

Mixed Majors Bowling League Tuesday Results

Mixed Majors Bowling League members played at the Warwick Lanes on Tuesday night [Oct 1] and saw Untouchables defeat Mix Ups 14-6 while Strikers won 12-8 when they played Rebels. MiniMax Forwarders defeated Spare Change 16-4 while Activators went down 12-8 to Fight Back. Movers “N” Shakers lost 9-11 when they faced Troublemakers and Gang... Read more of this article

Family Karaoke In St. George’s On Saturday

The Corporation of St. George’s Activities Committee will be hosting Family Karaoke in the Square on Saturday [Oct 5] from 8pm until 11pm. They will be having People’s Choice Awards for different age groups with prizes from area St. George’s establishments and individuals. This is a free event and in case of rain, the venue will switch to the... Read more of this article

Global Atlantic To Acquire Forethought Financial

Bermuda-based Global Atlantic Financial Group has recently entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Houston-based Forethought Financial Group, Inc., a financial services company with life insurance and annuity operations throughout the US. Forethought will continue to operate its life insurance and annuity businesses under the Forethought name.... Read more of this article

Education Minister On External Exam Results

[Updated with video] “We exceeded our target of 80% of students achieving an IGCSE but have work to do in order to raise the percentage of students achieving A – C,” Minister of Education Nalton Brangman said today [Oct 1]. The press conference was held to provide an update regarding the 2012/2013 graduation results and the performance... Read more of this article

Digicel Bermuda Sponsors Argo Gold Cup Team

Digicel Bermuda will be sponsoring the Digicel Business Match Racing team in this year’s Argo Group Gold Cup, taking place October 8-13. The Digicel Business Match Racing team, formerly known as Fraser Match Racing, has competed since 2009 in numerous international events. Lance Fraser, Adam Barboza, Michael Rehe, and Nico Stefani are sailing with... Read more of this article

Man Denies Financially Exploiting Senior Citizens

Xavier Trace Douglas appeared in today’s [Oct 1] Supreme Court Monthly Arraignments session, where he pleaded not guilty to financial exploiting senior citizens. The charges alleged that in late 2012, the 52-year-old stole approximately $70,000 worth of credit and financially exploited an elderly couple. Douglas, who was unrepresented, was given a... Read more of this article

18-Year-Old Denies Unlawful Carnal Knowledge

An 18 year old male — who cannot legally be named at this stage — appeared in today’s [Oct 1] Supreme Court Monthly Arraignments session where he denied three counts of unlawful carnal knowledge of a girl under 14. The alleged incidents were said to have occurred in May and June 2013. He was released on bail, and is due to stand trial... Read more of this article