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Equestrian: Dressage Championship Cancelled
The 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from August 4 to August 9, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The United States Equestrian Federation announced that the 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held... Read more of this article
Argo Group Issues $0.31 Cash Dividend
Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. announced that the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.31 per share on the company’s common stock. The cash dividend will be paid on June 12, 2020 to shareholders of record on May 29, 2020. Related Stories Argo Shareholders Approve Proposed Merger Argo To Sell Lloyd’s Syndicate 1200... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 7 2020
May 7 saw 1,700 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $7,790.00 BD. 200 shares were traded by Polaris Holding Co. Ltd, closing at an even $8.95 per share, while the other 1,500 shares were traded by One Communications Ltd, closing even at $4.00 per share. The BSX finished at 1,623.80, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines,... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: May 7 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Covid-19: 150 Test Results, None Were Positive
There were 150 test results received today and none were positive for COVID-19, so the total of confirmed positive cases remains at 118. A Government spokesperson said, “Today there were 150 test results received by the Ministry of Health. None were positive for COVID-19. “Bermuda continues to have 118 total confirmed positive cases. Their status... Read more of this article
Norwegian Cruise Line Secures Over $2 Billion
Norwegian Cruise Line — which is one of the major cruise lines that serves the island — announced that it secured over $2 billion of additional liquidity, which “will strengthen the company’s financial position amid the Covid-19 pandemic.” The NCLH website said, “Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. today announced... Read more of this article
DCFS Pays Tribute To Foster Families
In celebration of the Foster Care Awareness Month, the Department of Child and Family Services [DCFS] is paying tribute to the families who open their homes to nurture foster children. A government spokesperson said, “The pivotal role foster parents play in a child’s life is being recognised this month by the Department of Child and Family Services... Read more of this article
Video: Discussion With BTA’s Glenn Jones
Bermuda Tourism Authority Interim CEO Glenn Jones joined hosts Eron Hill and Ryan Robinson Perinchief for Bernews’ fifth episode in a special series about the Covid-19 pandemic. The BTA recently announced that the “Covid-19 crisis had a severe impact on Bermuda’s tourism industry in the first quarter of 2020, causing unprecedented declines... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Friday May 8
Friday, May 8 is expected to be windy with a few showers early then mostly sunny skies later in the day, with the high to be near 21°C/70°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 70%. Sunrise will be at 6.25am and sunset will be at 8.05pm.... Read more of this article
Roads Policing Unit Resumes Speed Checks
With increased vehicular traffic being seen since the lifting of the ‘Shelter in Place’ order, the Bermuda Police Service Roads Policing Unit [RPU] has resumed speed checks throughout the island. A police spokesperson said, “The lifting of the ‘Shelter in Place’ regulations on Saturday 2nd May has resulted in significantly... Read more of this article
Please Stop Leaving Bags At The Barn
The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda is asking the public to please refrain from leaving bags on the roadside at the entrance of The Barn, requesting that donations be held onto until it reopens. A spokesperson said, “The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda is asking the public to refrain from leaving bags on the roadside to the entrance of The Barn. “The... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For May 7 2020
The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 7] include registration of psychological practitioners and acting appointments. Professional Registration, Psychologist: Catherine Dunstan [Brewer] Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Registration of Psychological Practitioners Notice ID: GN0406/2020 Public Authorities / Department:... Read more of this article
