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AM Best Affirms Brit Re’s Rating
Brit Ltd [Brit] announced that AM Best has affirmed its rating for Brit Re. A spokesperson said, “The affirmed rating comes following the announcement of Brit Re’s strategy to drive significant expansion across property, casualty and specialty reinsurance as a full service Bermudian reinsurance platform. “In affirming Brit Re’s rating,... Read more of this article
Bowling: Sunset, Spicenix, Nifty & Under Win
Week 13 of the continental bowling league delivered upsets and close matches at the Warwick Bowl, resulting in a shakeup in the standings. Sunset, currently in eighth place, defeated the ninth-place Invaders 18-9. Spicenix, in fourth place, beat seventh-place New Hope with an identical score of 18-9. The second-place Nifty Rollers dominated the fifth-place... Read more of this article
Butterfield Announce Share Repurchase Program
The Bank of Butterfield announced that its Board of Directors has “approved a $100 million ordinary share repurchase program pursuant to which the Bank is authorized to purchase up to 2.7 million of its ordinary shares through December 31, 2025.” Michael Collins, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “I am pleased to announce a new... Read more of this article
Video: Dec 11th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Warning about scam advertisement for 6-month card, Senate in session today, Government unveils MakerSpace at CedarBridge, City of Hamilton works at the Front Street Pump Station, Career in Corrections Info Session on Thursday, Kwanzaa celebration held, BHB urges patients to pay bills online, free HIV testing for World AIDS Day, Youth Photography Contest... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Santa Claus Snorkeling
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a snorkeling Santa Claus exploring the island’s crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. You can find more Christmas-themed designs at Bermudacovers.com. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized... Read more of this article
Video: Nicholas Christopher Sings At Miscast24
Nicholas Christopher performed at the at MCC Theater’s Miscast24 gala. The YouTube description said said, “Nicholas Christopher sings “One Night Only” from the musical DREAMGIRLS at MCC Theater’s MISCAST24. MCC Theater’s annual MISCAST gala is a one-night-only musical spectacular featuring Broadway’s hottest stars... Read more of this article
Parsons Finishes 5th & 6th At Invitational
UMBC senior Za’Kayza Parsons placed fifth in the 60-meter dash and sixth in the long jump at the St. John’s University Youree Spence-Garcia invitational on Friday. Parsons clocked a time of 7.80 seconds in the 60-meter dash, finishing fourth in her heat. Her time was the fifth-fastest overall in the event. In the long jump, Parsons recorded... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 10 2024
December 10 saw 60,524 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 651,372.95 BD. 14,024 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 4.0% at $37.50 per share, while another 2,600 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing even up 2.9% at $18.58 per share. 43,100 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd,... Read more of this article
Youth Photography Contest Winners Announced
On Thursday [Dec 5] a crowd of over 80 students, teachers, family members, sponsors, and judges gathered at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] for the Grundy Youth Photography Competition prize giving and exhibit opening. A spokesperson said, “In memory of Dr. Reg Grundy, AC, OBE, whose photographic legacy and passion for Bermuda live on in... Read more of this article
ICO Decision On Bermuda Gaming Commission
Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 36/2024 regarding the Bermuda Gaming Commission. A spokesperson said, “ On 3 December 2024, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 36/2024, Bermuda Gaming Commission, which considered the Gaming Commission’s failure to issue an internal review decision on a PATI request... Read more of this article
‘Dignity, Equality, And Justice For Every Person’
“Today, on Human Rights Day Dec 10th , we pause to reflect on the importance of dignity, equality, and justice for every person in Bermuda. These principles remain at the heart of the Ministry of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors’ work to protect and promote the rights of all individuals,” Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors... Read more of this article
Career In Corrections Info Session On Thursday
The Department of Corrections will host a Public Information Session on Thursday [Dec 12] at Bermuda College to share insights into a career as a Corrections Officer. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Corrections invites all interested individuals to attend a Public Information Session on Thursday, 12 December 2024, from 6:00... Read more of this article
