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Column: Spencer On Absentee Voting & More
[Opinion column written by the FDM's Jahdia Spencer] In the ever-evolving landscape of democracy, one thing remains constant: the need for electoral reform to ensure good governance. Now more than ever, the call for inclusive representation resonates louder than before. Central to this call for reform is the pressing issue of absentee voting, particularly... Read more of this article
Video: Jacob Madeiros Scores In Semi-Finals
Bermudian footballer Jacob Madeiros helped May River Sharks reach the semi-finals of the Lower State Championship in Charleston, South Carolina, on Friday [May 3]. Madeiros, playing his final game for the Bluffton-based school, scored the opening goal of the game from a free kick. The Bermuda Under-20 forward scored twice in a 5-3 win away to AC Flora... Read more of this article
REFRESSH Health Center Opens In St George’s
Dr. Kendra-Lee Pearman has opened the REFRESSH Health and Wellness Center in St George’s. A spokesperson said, “A health and wellness educator/coach has opened a haven for individuals seeking to rejuvenate their bodies and minds through natural, holistic practices. “The brainchild of Dr. Kendra-Lee Pearman, PhD, ND, REFRESSH Health... Read more of this article
Brittany Darko Earns Nurse Of The Year Title
Brittany Darko has been honoured as Nurse of the Year at the Bermuda Nurses Association awards ceremony at Four Ways Inn in Paget on Saturday [May 4]. The other nominees were Bernadette Wilson, Bronya Hillier, and Olievia Martins. Also recognised at the ceremony were the Nursing Team winners: P.A.L.S Cancer Care Nursing Team and the Community Nursing... Read more of this article
Jewish Community Holocaust Remembrance Day
On Monday [May 6] the Jewish Community of Bermuda came together in a moving and poignant ceremony to mark Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. A spokesperson said, “The event, held at the Jewish Community of Bermuda Centre, served as a powerful tribute to the six million Jewish lives lost during one of the darkest periods in history. “Members... Read more of this article
BUEI Films Presents ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
BUEI Films will showcase the 2024 film ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ on May 11, depicting the life of the reggae legend. A spokesperson said, “Films at BUEI continue at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of the 2024 Musical/Drama, ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ on Saturday, May 11th at 7:30pm in our Tradewinds... Read more of this article
House Passes Health Data Expansion Bill
The House of Assembly on Friday voted to pass the Bermuda Health Council Act Amendment Bill which the Government said “will expand the collection of important health system data to enable stronger and more timely health policy decision making, more effective delivery of health services, and improved population health outcomes.” Its enactment... Read more of this article
One Hour Video: 2024 Peppercorn Ceremony
Continuing a centuries-old tradition, the annual Peppercorn Ceremony is taking place in St. George’s this morning [May 8]. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Peppercorn Ceremony In St George’s Video: Peppercorn Ceremony In St. George’s Photos: 2023 Peppercorn... Read more of this article
Bermuda Is Love ‘FreedomFromWant’ Campaign
This May, Bermuda Is Love has launched the #FreedomFromWant Campaign to “advocate for basic needs as human rights.” A spokesperson said, “For the past seven months, we have been campaigning for the human rights to housing, a healthy environment, food, clothing, healthcare, education, and access to justice. Together, these human rights... Read more of this article
Sir John Swan To Hold Townhall Meeting
Sir John Swan — who is running as an independent candidate in the upcoming by-election — is set to host a townhall meeting for Constituency #10 at the Ocean View Golf Club on May 13th from 6pm to 8pm. Sir John Swan, a former Premier, will run against the OBA’s Robert King and the PLP’s Lindsay Simmons. Related Stories Video: Sir... Read more of this article
2024 Road Safety Week Launch Held
Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert and BRSC Chairman Dennis Lister III spoke at the opening of Road Safety Week this week at City Hall. Dennis Lister III – Chairman of the BRSC; Dion Francis – D/Chairman of the JRSC; Emilygail Dill – Junior Minister of Transport; Hon. Wayne Furbert – Minister of Transport; City of Hamilton Town Crier -Ed Christopher;... Read more of this article
MDM Appoints Katie Tornari & Christina Herrero
Marshall Diel & Myers Limited [MDM] has appointed commercial litigation lawyer Katie Tornari as the firm’s Managing Director and promoted fellow litigator Christina Herrero to director. A spokesperson said, “The growing firm now has a team of 39, including 19 lawyers, and boasts one of the top litigation teams in Bermuda with an international... Read more of this article
