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Ministry: 21 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday
[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [March 17] with the list indicating that there are eleven bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.12pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 11 runs cancelled this morning, 10 cancelled this afternoon, for a total of 21... Read more of this article
CURB: Postponement & Cancellation Of Events
In light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] has decided to postpone three of its upcoming events and cancel another. A spokesperson said, “In accordance with the Government’s social distancing advisory in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, CURB regrets to inform the public of the postponement and... Read more of this article
Bermuda Gold Cup Rescheduled To October
The Bermuda Gold Cup, hosted by the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, has been rescheduled to October from May due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Organizers for the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club’s Bermuda Gold Cup match racing regatta have postponed the celebratory 70th running to October due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus... Read more of this article
Video: March 17th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Premier David Burt on Covid-19 preparation, MarketPlace advises to “shop sensibly”, banks reduce base lending rates, Saltus, BHS & Warwick announced they are moving to virtual learning, Emergency Measures Organisation meeting, public schools remain open, Bill passes to allow power to close locations and BHB sets up tent for Covid-19 testing... Read more of this article
Multi-Strat Enters Agreement With Canopius
Multi-Strat Holdings said they are pleased to announce a majority acquisition of the company by Canopius Group Limited [Canopius]. “Canopius is a global specialty [re]insurer headquartered in London. One of the top five businesses at Lloyd’s, Canopius writes in excess of $2bn premium annually. The Group is domiciled in Jersey and operates in... Read more of this article
Polaris Holding Company Share Repurchase
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Polaris Holding Company Limited advised that shares were repurchased. The filing stated; “Please note that, pursuant to an Amalgamation Agreement dated 14 March 2019, between the Company, Duck’s Puddle Properties Ltd. [DPPL] and the other parties as set forth therein [the “Amalgamation Agreement”],... Read more of this article
Argus Group Appoints David Brown As Director
In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Argus Group Holdings Limited [Argus Group] announced the appointment as a Director of Mr. David A Brown with effect from February 10, 2020. Related Stories Argus Group Pay Tribute To Sheila Nicoll Curran Resigns As Director Of Argus Group Argus Group Wealth Strengthens Team Argus Group Appoints Janice... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 16 2020
March 16 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 1,799.35, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 30 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 29 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report:... Read more of this article
Videos: Premier Burt On Covid-19 Preparation
[Updated with 2nd video] Premier David Burt delivered a National Address this evening [March 16] providing an overview on the island’s preparations for the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic. The Premier said, “With the announcement that everyone arriving to our shores will be required to self-quarantine, Bermuda is moving to another phase in... Read more of this article
Contributory Pension Fund Actuarial Report
Minister of Finance Curtis Dickinson tabled the Contributory Pension Fund [CPF] Actuarial Report in the House of Assembly today [March 16]. “In accordance with section 35 of the Contributory Pensions Act 1970, I am pleased to table the Contributory Pension Fund [CPF or the Fund] Actuarial Report as at August 1st, 2017,” the Minister said. “The... Read more of this article
UN: Covid-19 Likely To Cost Economy $1 Trillion
“We envisage a slowdown in the global economy to under two per cent for this year, and that will probably cost in the order of $1 trillion, compared with what people were forecasting back in September,” the United Nations said. The UN said, “Apart from the tragic human consequences of the COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic, the economic uncertainty... Read more of this article
Cannonier: “We Must All Help Each Other”
OBA Leader Craig Cannonier has offered a message on the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, saying “I have faith that Bermuda will pull through this, but we have to work through this together.” Mr. Cannonier said, “As a grandfather, a father, a husband and a brother, when I think about Bermuda, like you I am concerned, I am concerned about what... Read more of this article
