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City Of Hamilton Prepares for Hurricane Ernesto
As Hurricane Ernesto approaches, the administrative offices of the Corporation of Hamilton in City Hall and at the Works Depot on Laffan Street will be closing at 12.00pm tomorrow [Aug 16]. A spokesperson said, “Due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Ernesto, the administrative offices of the Corporation of Hamilton in City Hall and at the... Read more of this article
Accountant Association Join As Learning Partner
The Ministry of Education announced that the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants [ACCA] has joined as a Learning Partner. A Government spokesperson said, ” This partnership is a key component of the mission to transform teaching and learning through Education Reform. This joint initiative with the ACCA, in collaboration with The Berkeley... Read more of this article
Hamilton Princess Hurricane Ernesto Advisory
[Updated] The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has adjusted some of its operating hours in light of Hurricane Ernesto’s expected impact on the island. A spokesperson said, “In preparation for Hurricane Ernesto’s approach to Bermuda, the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has the following public advisory regarding its dining, spa and... Read more of this article
BTA Announces Collaboration With Oprah Daily
The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced a collaboration with Oprah Daily to feature Bermuda’s natural beauty and culture on the travel series Adventures with Gayle and Adam, which premiered on August 9, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has announced the culmination of its collaboration with Oprah Daily, resulting... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane
[Updated] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 15] to provide an update on Hurricane Ernesto, which is expected to impact the island starting tomorrow afternoon. We will have additional information later on and you can watch the live video below and click here for our ongoing live updates on the... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Increased 0.6% In February 2024
The overall volume of the retail sales index increased by 0.6% compared to February 2023, according to the February 2024 Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2024 Retail Sales Index publication. “February’s volume of retail sales index increased 0.6 per cent... Read more of this article
ICO On Economic Development Department
Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 24/2024 about the Economic Development Department. A spokesperson said, “On 8 August 2024, Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 24/2024, Economic Development Department. It affirmed the Department’s decision on a PATI request seeking records on fintech memoranda... Read more of this article
Ministry Extends Application Deadline
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, along with UN Women Caribbean, extended the application deadline for business service providers and MSME entrepreneurs in Bermuda to August 21, 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors and UN Women Multi-Country Office – Caribbean, would... Read more of this article
February Consumer Price Index: Inflation 2.5%
The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2024 Consumer Price Index from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “In summary, consumers paid 2.5 per cent more in February 2024 than a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. This level of inflation was unchanged from... Read more of this article
Bermudian Footballers Join Thomas College
Bermudian footballers Isaiah Francis and Adio DeShield-Tankard have joined Thomas College’s men’s football programme for the upcoming season. Isaiah Francis, a defender studying business administration, comes to Thomas College from the Berkeley Institute and plays for the Somerset Trojans. “I chose Thomas College because it felt like... Read more of this article
Cheyenne Tavares Returns To BCB As Intern
Cheyenne Tavares returned to the Bermuda Cricket Board as an intern after her first year studying sport management at Bournemouth University, building on her previous experience from 2022. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] is pleased to announce the return of summer intern Cheyenne Tavares. “Cheyenne first came to us... Read more of this article
Column: Bermuda A Golf Hub Since The 1800s
[Column written by Kim Swan] Over a century ago, Bermuda emerged as a golf destination, enhancing its tourism by drawing influential figures and establishing numerous golf courses since the 1800s. Bermuda, with the most golf courses per square mile of any country, came about because the desirability of Bermuda as a golf mecca was identified over 100... Read more of this article
