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Senate: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [Sept 25], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include Sporting Recap and the Position Paper on Progressing Bermuda’s Minimum Hourly Wage. Update: Live broadcast has concluded, and the audio of the morning session is below The Order of Business follows below [PDF... Read more of this article
Dudley Eve: Wolves & Hamilton Parish Win
A Dudley Eve group A double header took place at the Devonshire Recreation Club, with 7 goals in total scored. Wolves 4 Dandy Town Hornets 3 In a thrilling Group A opener, the Wolves rallied from a 3-0 deficit to defeat the Dandy Town Hornets by a score of 4-3. David Jones netted a brace and Tomiko Goater added another to give the Hornets a commanding... Read more of this article
HPWC To Host Holiday Gala On December 15
The Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club [HPWC] is hosting its first Holiday Gala on December 15, 2024 at Grotto Bay Beach Resort. A spokesperson said, “The Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club is thrilled to announce our first-ever Holiday Gala, and we would love for you to join us. Event Details: Date: December 15, 2024 Time: 6pm Venue: Grotto... Read more of this article
Essent Closes $363.4M Reinsurance Transaction
Essent Group Ltd. announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Essent Guaranty, Inc., has obtained $363.4 million of fully collateralized excess of loss reinsurance coverage on mortgage insurance policies written in July 2023 through July 2024 from Radnor Re 2024-1 Ltd., a newly formed Bermuda special purpose insurer. A spokesperson said, “Radnor... Read more of this article
Leseur Finishes 2nd In Purdue Fall Individual
Kenny Leseur shot a 54-hole total of four-under 209 to finish second among the competitors at the Purdue Fall individual. Leseur earned runner-up honors at the Purdue Fall individual as a field of 36 golfers gathered on the Ackerman-Allen Golf Course while the Purdue Fall invitational was contested on Purdue’s other course. Leseur had a strong... Read more of this article
BFA: North Village Used An ‘Ineligible Player’
The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] said that “it has been ruled that North Village CC used an ineligible player during the Dudley Eve match on Sunday, September 15, 2024.” A spokesperson said, “In this regard, North Village CC has been adjudged to have breached the BFA Disciplinary Code Article 39: Ineligible Players under Sanctions... Read more of this article
AM Best Affirms Rating For Sura Re Ltd
AM Best affirmed Sura Re Ltd.’s B++ [Good] Financial Strength Rating and “bbb” [Good] Credit Rating, with a stable outlook, citing its strong balance sheet and adequate performance. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb”... Read more of this article
Bowling: Too Legit, Pin, Strike & Spare Parts Win
Commercial bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw Too Legit To Split defeat Bailey’s Bay Strikers 4 – 0, the Pin Heads defeat Butt & Vallis 3 – 1, while Strike Force defeated the Secret Weapons 3 – 1, and the Spare Parts defeated Who Gives A Split 3 – 1. Men’s High Scratch Game Bruce... Read more of this article
BFA Announce General Congress Candidates
The Bermuda Football Association has announced their annual general congress will take place on Thursday, September 26th at the Bermuda College beginning at 6:00 p.m. Positions up for elections include Mark Wade as the president, he is running unopposed, and Crenstant Williams is also running unopposed for the second vice president’s position. Then... Read more of this article
Video: Sept 25th Bernews Morning Newsflash
25-year-old man injured in stabbing incident, Senate in session today, armed robbery at business in Devonshire, National Seniors Strategy public consultation, ZipX partners BEDC for discounted shipping, Government: ‘Proactive measures are being taken’, Nonprofit Alliance applauds $25M investment, Kayuri Tucker reflects on first BDA goal and Wallpaper... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Emoji Hugs Bermuda Flag
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an adorable emoji hugging a heart shaped pink Bermuda flag. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 24 2024
September 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,508.81, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 22 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 19 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article
