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Bermudian Health Economist: ‘This Is Not A Drill’
[Written by Bermudian health economist Aaron Evans] The spread of coronavirus has created worldwide panic amongst governments and its citizens. Political views aside, opposing parties in countries all over Europe are coming together to intervene in the spread of Covid-19. Bermuda has the opportunity to prevent the multidimensional impact of such outbreak... Read more of this article
Skyport Magic Mile Cancelled Due To Covid-19
The Skyport Magic Mile has been cancelled as a precaution due to health concerns regarding Covid-19. The event is organized by the Bermuda Pacers Track Club and sanctioned by the Bermuda National Athletics Association featuring more than 500 young people aged four to 15 years old participating each year in their respective age groups. It is in its second... Read more of this article
Kappa Classic Postponed Due To Covid-19
The 2020 Kappa Classic has been postponed due to the concerns surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “On behalf of the Men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Bermuda Alumni Chapter we have made the decision to postpone and reschedule the Kappa Classic 2020 due to the health concerns surrounding the Corona virus [Covid-19]. “The... Read more of this article
Land Grab Commission Hearing Postponed
The Commission of Inquiry into historic losses of citizens’ property has postponed their hearing, which was scheduled to be held on March 19th, and said that the new date “will be decided once concerns about public health and well-being have abated.” A spokesperson said, “Pursuant to the Commissions of Inquiry Act 1935, this Commission... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Monday March 16
Monday, March 16 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 18°C/65°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 7:27am and sunset will be at 7:28pm. High tide will be at 2:31am and 2:52pm, while low tide will... Read more of this article
Infection Prevention And Control Training
On Saturday afternoon there was a training session for physicians, nurses and laboratory personnel to refresh their knowledge on Personal Protective Equipment [PPE] and Infection Prevention and Control [IPC]. A Government spokesperson said, “The training was facilitated by the Infection Prevention and Control professionals at King Edward VII... Read more of this article
Tennis: MTM Doubles Bowl 2020 Finals
The Manders Tennis Management Doubles Bowl Tournament came to an end at the Fairmont Southampton Tennis Courts. Ben Simmons and Lavern Stowe were crowned the Mixed Doubles Champions, while Scott Redmond and Tariq Simons were the Men’s Doubles Champions. Jones and Stowe had to battle to claim the title taking on Scott Redmond and Imani Phillips. The... Read more of this article
Self-Quarantine Required For Arriving Passengers
[Updated] “With effect from 17 March, 2020, all persons arriving into Bermuda will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days and should expect to do so subject to Public Health monitoring,” the Government said today. A government spokesperson said, “All arriving passengers from the UK this evening and on all flights tomorrow, 16 March,... Read more of this article
Video: Sports Center Track Re-Opened
The National Sports Center Track was officially re-opened ahead of the Bermuda National Athletics Association’s track meet this weekend. Chairman of the National Sports Center Board Neville Tyrell was joined by the Minister of Sports Lovitta Foggo, Bermuda Olympic Association President Judy Simons, Bermuda National Athletics Association President... Read more of this article
Football: Premier & First Division Results
Footballers in the Premier Division and First Division were in action on Saturday, with the PHC Zebras earning a win, while St. David’s and Devonshire Colts played to a draw. First Division St. David’s 1 – Devonshire Colts 1 St. David’s played to a 1 – 1 draw with the Devonshire Colts at Lord’s in St. David’s. After a scoreless first... Read more of this article
Tourism Outlook Forum Switched To Webinar
Tomorrow’s Tourism Outlook Forum examining 2020 challenges and opportunities “has been converted to a free, live webinar to satisfy public-health concerns around coronavirus.” The BTA said, “Although Bermuda has no confirmed cases of COVID-19 to date, the Bermuda government has urged the community to practise social distancing and... Read more of this article
Column: Creating A Net Worth Statement
[Written by Carla Seely] When the financial markets begin behaving erratically, most people become hyper-focused on their finances, specifically on how the current instability is impacting their net worth. So the question must be asked – How is your financial health? To understand better where your finances stand today and how you can start planning... Read more of this article
