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Day Of Solidarity With The Palestinian People
Social Justice Bermuda and Peace Collective will host a solidarity sit-in on Friday, November 29, at the Cabinet Grounds from 12 to 3 pm for the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. The organization posted the image below on X and stated ”Bermuda, join us and Peace Collective this Friday, November 29, to observe the International... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Peace March For Palestine
The Peace Collective and several other organizations held a march this weekend to show solidarity with Palestine, and launched an online petition urging the Governor to support international efforts for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The organizers previously said, “The Peace Collective, along with Social Justice Bermuda, the Muslim Community... Read more of this article
Peace Collective To Hold March For Palestine
The Peace Collective, alongside several organizations, announced a peaceful protest and march in Bermuda on June 22, 2024, in solidarity with Palestine, and have also launched an online petition calling on the Governor to use “diplomatic channels to support international efforts for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.” A spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward Attends Investopia In UAE
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward attended the Investopia conference in Abu Dhabi, UAE. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to provide a further update on the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP’s visit to the United Arab Emirates. “Minister Hayward attended... Read more of this article
Minister Hayward Holds Meetings In UAE
The Ministry of Economy and Labour provided an update on Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward’s visit to the United Arab Emirates. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Hayward has engaged in a series of strategic meetings to bolster Bermuda’s international presence and foster economic cooperation with the UAE. “A... Read more of this article
‘Israelism’ Free Screening On February 11th
The ‘Israelism’ film will screen at BUEI auditorium on February 11th. A spokesperson said, “From Tikkan Olam Productions and directors Erin Axelman and Sam Eilersten comes the film Israelism. The feature-length documentary film that explores how Jewish attitudes towards Israel are changing dramatically, with massive consequences for... Read more of this article
Column: Famous On Apartheid, People & More
[Opinion column written by PLP MP Christopher Famous] Seasons Greetings, Happy Kwanzaa and Happy New Year to all. Yet another year has passed by. No doubt, some are reflecting on events passed and or planning on things to come. Less is More In reflection, there is something that I would like to share. For the last 12 years various local and regional... Read more of this article
Premier Meets With UAE Foreign Trade Minister
[Updated] United Arab Emirates Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi met with the Premier David Burt during the COP28 conference, and said he sees “huge potential to broaden the scope of our economic cooperation.” The Minister posted the image below on X and said, “Delighted to meet Bermuda Premier David Burt... Read more of this article
Premier Burt Attending Abu Dhabi Finance Week
Premier David Burt is attending Abu Dhabi Finance Week, and said he had the opportunity to “engage with international leaders, deepen our economic ties, and discuss how Bermuda and the UAE can collaborate.” The Premier, who is also the Minister of Finance, posted the images below on Instagram and said, “Today at Abu Dhabi Finance Week,... Read more of this article
Call For ‘Genuine Peace’ In Israel/Palestine
[Joint Message] “A single candle on the darkest night can become a beacon of hope. An agreement for a 4-day+ pause – which began on Friday, 24/11/23 – in the six- week devastation which has been visited on Gaza, since the tragic events of October 7th, offers a possibility for a ‘flicker of light showing the way forward’. “The... Read more of this article
Jewish Community Displays Ribbons For Hope
[Updated with video] Bermuda’s Jewish community is displaying yellow ribbons “as a symbol of hope for the safe return of 240 hostages held in Gaza” and as a “heartfelt expression of support for innocent civilians in Israel and Gaza who are facing unimaginable circumstances.” A spokesperson said, “The yellow ribbons... Read more of this article
Photos & Videos: ‘Gather For Gaza’ Event
[Updated] The ‘Gather for Gaza’ event is being held in Hamilton this afternoon [Nov 13] to “show support for the protection of innocent lives,” and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “A collective of concerned Bermudian residents from Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Atheist, Agnostic and other... Read more of this article
