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Bermuda Bahá’í Community Governing Body
Over the weekend, the Bermuda Bahá’í community gathered to elect its island wide governing body, the National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Bermuda A spokesperson said, “May marks the beginning of Bermuda’s Heritage Month celebrations. May marks the occasion when Gibbs Hill Lighthouse beamed its first light to the world on 1 May... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference
[Updated] Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a press conference today [May 2] on Bermuda’s Labour Force Survey. We will have additional information later on, and you can watch live replay below. Update 2.45pm: Minister Hayward’s remarks: Good morning, Today I am pleased to formally release the May 2023 Labour Force Survey Report... Read more of this article
Video: Premier & Jeff Baron At Tech Summit
The Annual International Tech Summit is underway, with yesterday featuring a seaside chat with Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt and Coinbase Bermuda Chief Compliance Officer Jeffrey Baron. Related Stories Video: 2020 TechAwards Winners Presentation Paradise Mobile Launches Its Data Plans One Business Announces Launch Of ‘Brava’ PwC... Read more of this article
Community To Celebrate Portuguese Festival
This Saturday [May 4] and Sunday [May 5] will see the return of the annual Santo Cristo festival, scheduled to take place in the MSA courtyard. A spokesperson said, “This Saturday, 4-5 May, will see the return of the annual Santo Cristo festival. This year, the festival will take place in the MSA courtyard which is where it all began. All members... Read more of this article
AM Best Upgrades Hamilton Re To ‘A’ Rating
Hamilton Insurance Group announced that AM Best upgraded the Financial Strength Rating to “A” and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of its subsidiaries. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. [NYSE: HG] [the Company] announced today that AM Best [AM Best] has upgraded the Financial Strength Rating to “A” [Excellent] from... Read more of this article
Column: Simmons On Accountability & More
[Opinion column written by Senator Lindsay Simmons] As nomination day gets closer, I continue to knock on doors, getting to know each of you better and I hope you are getting to know me better as well. If elected as your MP, I want Constituency 10, Smith’s North, to not only know how I intend to serve you but also how I intend to be held accountable. First,... Read more of this article
Newport Race Unveils New Starting Location
The Newport Bermuda Race introduced a new starting point at Fort Adams State Park. A spokesperson said, “For the first time in its 118-year history, the Newport Bermuda Race proudly unveils a new starting location just off the shoreline of Fort Adams State Park. This exciting shift in venue provides an opportunity to celebrate and cheer on the... Read more of this article
DeSilva-Andrade Reflects On Montreal Cup
Yushae DeSilva-Andrade said she was thrilled to be back in action after completing her first competition of the year at the Montreal Boccia World Cup. The Bermudian defeated Aurelie Aubert, of France, in 5-2 on Tuesday [April 30] before losing 8-2 to Japan’s Yuriko Fujii yesterday. DeSilva-Andrade, who hopes to reach the Paralympic Games in Paris... Read more of this article
Berkeley & Lander Compete In Collegiate Rugby
Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates were back in action competing in the 2024 Collegiate Rugby Championships. Taking to the field in the women’s premier shield, Lander took on Michigan, they would fall 22 – 0. Lander then faced Minnesota in the women’s premier shield where Lander would come away with... Read more of this article
CG Take Lead In Bermuda Ball Hockey Finals
The Bermuda ball hockey winter league season final game one took place at the PCC Hockey Rink, with CG taking a 1 – 0 lead following their 7 – 1 win over Positive Image Dental. Andrew Leavy would lead CG with a hat-trick, while Andrew Bonner, Akhil Kapur, Jeff Nurnett and Jeremy Estey all added a goal each. Tom Duggan scored the lone goal for Positive... Read more of this article
Video: May 2nd Bernews Morning Newsflash
Police confirm death of Rhyn Bearden, West End & St David’s schools to remain open, Premier David Burt visits Brookfield place, Bermuda Trade Union Congress elects new executive, BTUC on International Worker’s Day, BPSU recognition of International Workers’ Day, Minister Jason Hayward recognises Workers’ Day, 17 people earn National Welding... Read more of this article
Minister Furbert’s Trip To Canada Cost $6,608
A trip in July 2023 by Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert to Canada cost $6,608.00, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from July 16, 2023 – July 19, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Wayne L Furbert, JP MP, Minister of Transport met with Air Canada Executives to discuss... Read more of this article
Community Celebration For St. George’s Colts
On Saturday [May 4], the Corporation of St. George’s will host a Community Celebration to mark the St. George’s Colts Football Team’s FA Cup win. The Corporation of St. George’s posted the graphic online below, saying, “This Saturday, May 4th at 6pm-10pm, join us in King’s Square for a Community Celebration of the St. George’s... Read more of this article
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Jacana Re
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] of Jacana Re Limited [Jacana Re] [Guernsey]. Jacana Re is a subsidiary of BHL Holdings Limited [BHL], a non-operating holding company. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. The ratings agency said, “The... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 1 2024
May 1 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,425.67, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 3 2024 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Breast Cancer Study Update
CariGenetics announced “significant progress of its Caribbean Breast Cancer Whole Genome Pilot Study.” A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics, the pioneering research company dedicated to better understanding the genetics of the Caribbean community, is thrilled to announce at the start of Cancer Research Month and Bermuda Heritage Month the... Read more of this article
