Category: News
Apply For Butterfield’s Internship Programme
Butterfield’s 2023 Summer Internship Programme is now open to applications, with the company saying the “paid ten-week programme will see interns gain hands-on experience in the financial services industry and work alongside seasoned professionals in their fields.” A Butterfield spokesperson said, “During their time, they will undergo... Read more of this article
Bermudian Works On Historic All Black Flight
British Airways recently operated its first-ever flight with an all Black crew, and Bermudian Keivin Richardson-Crane Pimentel was one of the crew working on the historic flight, and he noted that “Bermuda was represented” on the flight. The flight occurred in February on British Airways’ Barbados flight, and according to posts on social... Read more of this article
Video: Minister Vance Campbell On Budget
[Updated] Minister of Tourism and the Cabinet Office Vance Campbell is holding a press conference this morning [March 1] to “discuss his Ministry’s budget initiatives.” You can watch the live video below and view all our coverage of the 2023 Budget here. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Update 1.50pm: Minister... Read more of this article
PLP Comments On OBA’s ‘Sudden Reversal’
“The sudden reversal of the OBA Leader, who now says he no longer supports the economic policy printed in his own Budget Reply, is surprising – but is not unexpected given how economically damaging those proposals would be,” Junior Minister for Labour, Finance and Health Senator Arianna Hodgson said. Background The OBA released their Reply... Read more of this article
Parliament: Live Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session again on Wednesday [Mar 1] with the 2023/24 Budget debate set to continue, and one statement is listed on the Order Paper, with Attorney General Kathy Simmons set to provide an ‘update on revenge porn.’ Update | The 2.5 hour replay of the morning session is below The Order... Read more of this article
Conversation Led To Lindo’s & BDA Link-Up
[Written by Stephen Wright] The longstanding relationship between the Lindo’s Group of Companies and the Bermuda Diabetes Association may have never existed had it not been for a chance conversation in the Lindo’s Market in Devonshire in 2005. Giorgio Zanol, Lindo’s president, was talking to a customer about their shared interest in running when... Read more of this article
Quality Gymnastics Shine In Florida
[Written by Stephen Wright] A team of 13 gymnasts represented the island at the recent Presidential Classic at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida. The team, accompanied by their coach Dariana Rojas, competed at compulsory and optional levels against more than 4,000 participants worldwide. On the opening day, Alyssa Andrews,... Read more of this article
Video: March 1st Bernews Morning Newsflash
Clyde Best visits Clearwater School, cricket team win again and qualify for Regionals, pre-recorded child evidence used for first time, food up 10.4% annually, up 1.8% monthly, new soldiers complete recruit camp, Olympian Hazel Clark shares running tips, Minister on ‘Integrated Agriculture Strategy’ and Wallpaper Wednesday features Bermuda serenity... Read more of this article
Sri Lankan Association To Help Clean Up
[Written by Dale Butler] The Sri Lankan Association of Bermuda [SLAB] was formed Nov. 11, 2022 as they sought information from each other as the world watched the political catastrophe and serious economic collapse in the country. In short order, they used their network to develop a constitution and elect officers. After discussion, the members decided... Read more of this article
Photos: New Soldiers Complete Recruit Camp
The 19 new recruits have completed the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s two-week recruit camp. A spokesperson said, “New soldiers were encouraged to seize the many opportunities offered by the Royal Bermuda Regiment as they completed their grueling two-week recruit camp. Each of the 19 people who started training earlier this month officially became... Read more of this article
Cricket Team Win Again, Qualify For Regionals
The Bermuda national cricket team continue their impressive showing, claiming their third consecutive victory in this event in Argentina, defeating Panama by 60 runs today. The BCB noted that following this win, “Bermuda has now qualified for the ICC Americas T20 World Cup Regional Final that will be hosted by us on island in Bermuda from September... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: February 28 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
