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AM Best Assigns Ratings To Somerset Life Re
AM Best has assigned Somerset Life Reinsurance Ltd. [Bermuda] a Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent], both with a stable outlook. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Somerset Life Re’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as its adequate... Read more of this article
Video: August 22nd Bernews Morning Newsflash
BHB Hyperbaric Chamber temporarily closed, MP Michael Fahy on facility MOU, Morgans Point & more, Regulatory Authority of Bermuda appoint Jessica Mello & Dennis Pimentel, Dawn Eversley appointed to Public Service Commission, Oliver Cherry earns AXA XL scholarship, National Dance Foundation grants scholarships, Allied World hosts summer internship... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 21 2025
August 21 saw 4,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $143,612.00 BD. 2,500 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 2.2% at $44.00 per share, while another 2,000 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $16.95 per share. The BSX finished at 2,922.67, down 1.88% on the day. There were 0 advances,... Read more of this article
Road Sobriety Checkpoints Starting On Aug 29
According to today’s official notices, the police will be conducting road sobriety checkpoints starting on Friday, August 29th, with the checkpoints set to take place in all nine parishes. The full Road Sobriety Checkpoint Notice follows below [PDF here] Related Stories Road Sobriety Checkpoints Over Holiday Season Roadside Sobriety Checks Begin... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For August 21 2025
The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 21] include road sobriety checkpoint notice, acting appointments, public notification, and notice of intended marriage. Road Sobriety Checkpoint [No. 8] Notice 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Road Sobriety Checkpoint Notice Notice ID: GN0814/2025 Public Authorities... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Friday August 22
Friday, August 22 is expected to see sunny breaks with a few showers, improving through the day, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.47am and sunset will be at 7.56pm. High... Read more of this article
Government Urges Public To Report Matters
The Government said they are “aware of reports circulating on social media of encounters with an individual who is a known sex offender.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government understands the concerns and distress that these posts have caused in the community, particularly for women who have described feelings of intimidation... Read more of this article
Allied World Hosts Summer Internship Program
Bermudian students Jae Gibbons, Cody Rans and Ben Osset took part in Allied World Bermuda’s summer internship. A spokesperson said, “Allied World Bermuda held an eight-week summer internship program in June and July this year with three talented Bermudian students. The interns included Jae Gibbons [Bournemouth University], Cody Rans [University... Read more of this article
Oliver Cherry Earns 2025 AXA XL Scholarship
AXA XL has awarded the 2025 AXA XL Scholarship to Bermudian university student Oliver Cherry. A spokesperson said, “AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA SA [AXA], today announced that the 2025 AXA XL Scholarship has been awarded to Bermudian university student Oliver [aka Olly] Cherry. “The AXA XL Scholarship is a full scholarship... Read more of this article
Hashim Estwick Honoured With Diaspora Award
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] congratulated Constable Hashim Estwick on receiving the Pride of Barbados Diaspora Award. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is proud to recognise one of its own, Mr. Hashim Estwick, who was recently honoured in his home country of Barbados with the Pride of Barbados Diaspora Award. “Mr.... Read more of this article
National Dance Foundation Grants Scholarships
The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda awarded scholarships and bursaries to eight young dancers, including Vidya Cannonier-Watson, Soleil Richardson, T’Aja Williams, Honor Minors, Aura Doran, Inanna Cannonier-Watson, Naysaa Tucker, and Ava-Joy Moreno. A spokesperson said, “On Monday, August 18, 2025, the National Dance Foundation of Bermuda... Read more of this article
Penruddoke Impresses In Season Finale
Bermuda sailor Adriana Penruddocke has finished her season by competing at the ILCA Women’s Senior European Championships in Marstrand, Sweden. Penruddocke, who represented Bermuda at the Olympic Games in Paris last summer, finished 51st overall and fourth in the silver fleet. “Marstrand you were interesting – a tricky one to finish off the... Read more of this article
