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Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling Results

Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Under Dawgs defeat the Odd Balls 19 – 11, the Nifty Rollers defeat New Hope 18.5 – 11.5, while the Bermuda Pest Control defeated Quickie Lickie Laundry 22 – 8, the Spicenix defeated The Invaders 20 – 10 and the league leaders Cubs defeated […]

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Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling Results

Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the league leaders Cubs defeat the Odd Balls 24 – 6, New Hope defeat the Nifty Rollers 20 – 10, while the Under Dawgs got by the Spicenix 16 – 14, the Pinjammers defeated the Quickie Lickie Laundry 21 – 9 and Bermuda Pest Control […]

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Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling Results

In Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes, the Spicenix defeated the Quickie Lickie Laundry 21 – 9, the Under Dawgs defeated the Bermuda Pest Control 25 – 5, while the League leaders Cubs defeated New Hope 25 – 5, the Nifty Rollers defeated the Pinjammers 19 – 11 and the Odd Balls […]

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Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling Results

Freisenbruch-Meyer Continental Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw New Hope defeat the Pinjammers 21.5 – 8.5, the Invaders defeat Quickie Lickie Laundry 16.5 – 13.5, while the Spicenix edged the Under Dawgs 16 – 14 and the league leaders Cubs defeated the Bermuda Pest Control 19 – 11. High Scratch Game Women Patrice […]

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Video: Alyssa Rose In Miss World Talent Top 13

Miss Bermuda Alyssa Rose recently placed in the top 13 in talent at the Miss World pageant, with a video capturing her dance performance from a variety of angles, showcasing her unique talent along with the other top competitors. Miss Rose had travelled to China, along with more than 110 contestants from all over the globe, […]

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Photos/Video: Talibah Simmons Fashion Designs

Talibah Simmons was one of the designers featured at the Bermuda Fashion Collective Show held at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall. According to the event programme, ”After sewing for nearly 2 decades, Talibah finally pursued her studies in dressmaking and design. “I am happy to present this collection as it represents a new outlook on […]

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Covid-19: Clarien Provides New Digital Platform

In an effort to mitigate the spread of the Covid-19 virus, Clarien has launched a digital client support portal, which received a significant number of submissions to date since launching earlier this week. A spokesperson said, “Clarien is pleased to report that the Covid-19 digital support portal has received a significant number of submissions to […]

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Photos: Minicar Rentals Launched At Princess

[Updated with video] The Hamilton Princess and Current Vehicles launched their Twizy rental minicars this morning [May 2] with the electric vehicles set to be available to hotel guests. This new offering follows after the Motor Car [Minicar] Regulations 2017 came into effect last month, which guide the set-up, licensing and operation of minicar liveries. The […]

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BUEI Talks “The Voyages Of Bob” On February 4

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will present a talk entitled “The Voyages of Bob: Around The World in a Small Yacht” with Alex and Sarah Brooks on Tuesday, February 4th. The event poster says, “3 Oceans; 25 countries; 121 anchorages; 32,000 sea miles. Bermudian Alex Brooks and his partner Sarah spent over 3 1/2 years […]

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New Mystery Book: “The Swizzle Stick Stalker”

A newly published book author by Rose Rhodes titled The Swizzle Stick Stalker: A Mrs Margaret Mystery is now available, with the fictional mystery book set in Bermuda. The book is about Margaret, a tourist, who went to Bermuda to celebrate her 65th birthday with her adult daughter Cynthia but was invaded by a stalker […]

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HSBC Bermuda Launches ‘Fairer Tales’ Book

HSBC has partnered with British children’s author, Emma Dodd,to launch a book entitled “Fairer Tales” which aims to “dismantle some of the more stereotypically held gender beliefs and educate children aged 5-7, about the importance of cultivating financial independence in women.” A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda has announced the launch of their ‘Fairer Tales’ initiative […]

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Cricket: Italy Defeat Bermuda By 5 Wickets

Bermuda — playing their final game of the CWC Challenge League Group B in Oman — lost by 5 wickets to Italy. Bermuda batted first and scored 180 all out, Kamau Leverock was the top scorer with 40 off 15 deliveries, he hit 9 fours, Derrick Brangman added 25, while Tre Manders scored 23 and […]

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Bermuda Cricket Board Talent Identification

The Bermuda Cricket Board via Development Chair, Mr. Arnold Manders [U19 Head Coach] and High Performance Chair, Mr. Peter Philpott, announced the Talent Identification launch for BCB Youth National Academy players and teams aged 13 to 17. “The BCB has identified the need to mirror the Bermuda Football Association’s Youth National Academy structure by setting […]

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Video: 110 Total Cases, 44 Recovered, 6 Deaths

The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 27] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: 7.43pm: Minister of Health Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Today […]

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BHB: Wear A Mask When Attending Hospital

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is requesting that members of the public who have a cloth mask wear it when attending the hospital to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is asking members of the public who have a cloth mask, to please wear it if they need to […]

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Photos & Video: Spittal Pond Turns Pink

In addition to our pink sand and pink sports uniforms, we also currently have a pink pond, with the Spittal Pond Nature Reserve in Smiths having turned pink due to a “seasonal plankton bloom.” The Department of Environment and Natural Resources explained that the “intense pink colour of the water in Spittal Pond is due […]

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US Coast Guard Tall Ship ‘Eagle’ Visits Hamilton

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Barque Eagle arrived in Hamilton on Friday [July 20] as part of its 2019 cadet summer training deployment. A spokesperson previously said, “While in port, cadets from the ‘Eagle’ will participate in community outreach activities with WindReach and the Sandy’s Boat Club Youth Sailing Program. “As the only active-duty sailing […]

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Fidelis Raises $300 Million Of Equity Capital

Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited said it “has raised approximately $300 million of equity capital from a combination of its existing shareholders and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority [ADIA], in order to support Fidelis’ further growth.” “Fidelis is a leading insurance and reinsurance business, operating a Four Pillar strategy across Bespoke, […]

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Bermuda eKarts Offering Electric Kart Rentals

Bermuda eKarts is open for business, providing rental of electric karts, with private rentals available and public events to take place in 2020. The karts, powered by Segway, have preset speed levels of up to 15 MPH and are available for ages 8 and up, accommodating those up to 220 pounds. Ellissa Lambert said, “Bermuda […]

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Solar Panels Installed At Museum In Dockyard

UK-based renewable energy investment company Low Carbon, the official renewable energy partner to Land Rover BAR, announced the completion of a partnership project to install solar panels at the National Museum of Bermuda, thereby reducing the museum’s carbon emissions. The solar panel installation was funded through a partnership with Low Carbon, Land Rover BAR and […]

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Solar Panels Installed At Washington Mall

An investment in solar energy will help tenants at Bermuda’s premier shopping mall and office complex save money, Washington Properties said today. As part of a major upgrade of Washington Mall, owners Washington Properties are installing bi-facial solar panels on the roof of one of their buildings. Paul Slaughter, Director and General Manager of Washington Properties […]

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‘Increase Benefit Of Solar Technology Installation’

In order to “assist homeowners whose properties and systems fall on the lower end of the ARV scale,” the Government has updated the rebate program to “increase the benefit of solar technology installation for these individuals.” This was announced by Minister of Transport and Regulatory Affairs Walter Roban and Director of the Department of Energy […]

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Solar Panels Installed On City Works Depot

The City of Hamilton continues it efforts to going greener in 2019 with its latest project – the installation of solar panels on the roof of the City Works Depot on Laffan Street. An area totaling approximately 3,785 sq. feet will be covered by 210 solar panels, which the City said will be the largest […]

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BUEI Talks Series To Cover ‘Nesting Sea Turtles’

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will present “Nesting Sea Turtles” by Dr. Mark Outerbridge as part of the BUEI Talks series on Thursday, March 17. The event poster says, “Bermuda once had a thriving sea turtle nesting colony, however years of targeted hunting by humans caused this rookery to collapse. Dr. Mark Outerbridge, Wildlife […]

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BUEI Talks To Screen Episode 5 Of ‘Ocean Vet’

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] and Gass Productions will present episode five of the ongoing “Ocean Vet” series at an installment of the BUEI Talks series on May 10, May 13, and May 14. The screening of the episode – titled “The Bermuda Turtle Project” and narrated by actor Michael Douglas – will be […]

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Bermuda Turtle Project Postal Panels Unveiled

Earlier today [Oct 11], the Minister for the Cabinet Office with Responsibility for Government Reform Lovitta Foggo, joined members of the Bermuda Post Office in unveiling the 50th Anniversary of the Bermuda Turtle Project postal panels on the Church Street side of the Post Office. Photo: Minister Foggo, Susan Moore Williams, Acting Postmaster General, Dr. Eugenie […]

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BUEI Talks “Bermuda’s Cahows” On January 29

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] and the Bermuda Audubon Society will present a talk entitled “Bermuda’s Cahows” with Jeremy Madeiros on Wednesday, January 29th. The event poster says, “Join us for an evening with Jeremy Madeiros, principle conservation officer for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Jeremy will share the latest on the […]

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BNT Children’s Nature Walk At Spittal Pond

Spittal Pond Nature Reserve was the venue for 245 children, teachers, camp leaders and parents who joined the Bermuda National Trust’s Annual Children’s Nature Walk today [Feb 13]. “One of Bermuda’s most spectacular open spaces, this 64-acre reserve is part of a chain of wetlands along the South Shore, providing a diversity of habitats and […]

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Minister Meets With Island’s Solar Installers

Earlier this month the Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban met with the island’s solar installers to hear their thoughts on how to build a shared vision for Bermuda’s energy future. Attendees included representatives from the Department of Planning, Department of Energy, BE Solar, Greenlight Solar, AES, BEST and BAE. A Government spokesperson said, “The […]

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Video/Photos: Police & Fire Thank Hospital Staff

The Bermuda Police Service and Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service formed a motorcade this evening [April 14] and traveled from Hamilton to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where they, along with a few members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, clapped and cheered to show their appreciation for the work that hospital staff are doing to […]

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Arch Capital Reports 2020 First Quarter Results

Bermuda-based Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced its 2020 first quarter results. The results included: Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $133.7 million, or $0.32 per share, a 5.0% annualized return on average common equity, compared to $438.1 million, or $1.07 per share, for the 2019 first quarter; After-tax operating income available to Arch […]

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AXIS Capital Reports First Quarter Results

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2020. Commenting on the first quarter 2020 financial results, Albert Benchimol, President and CEO of AXIS Capital, said: “As our industry and society continue to navigate the challenges brought on by COVID-19, our primary thoughts are with the people, families and […]

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Local Business Owners Launch Digital Campaign

The digital campaign #ChooseBDA was launched on Sunday May 3rd on Instagram and Facebook as an effort by a small group of business owners to “help bring awareness to the major impact local small businesses has on the island’s overall economy.” “These founding business owners hail from different sectors of the economy [retail, service, hospitality, […]

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Video: Roy Talbot’s Famed “Bermudavarius”

It was to plucked string instruments what the bumble bee is to flight. It shouldn’t have worked, but it did. Beautifully. The Talbot Brothers. Archie, Austin, Ross, Bryan and Roy along with their cousin Cromwell [Mandy] Mandres, entertained locals and visitors for decades. Talbot Brothers [1959] Their smooth blend of calypso and swing helped to […]

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Natalie Nunn In Bermuda For Cup Match

She was the member of TV’s Bad Girls Club with a good head for business When she became the breakout star on the 2009 season of that reality show, budding entrepreneur Natalie Nunn treated her celebrity as a business opportunity, using it to establish and build her brand. Ms Nunn posted a photo of herself […]

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BNG Youth Arts Council: Free Digital Program

The Bermuda National Gallery [BNG] Youth Arts Council recently launched a free digital program aimed at providing “opportunities for creative and independent thinking through an exchange of ideas and art education.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Gallery Youth Arts Council, aimed at students aged 14-17, produces art activities relevant to the teens of today. […]

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One Day Model And Talent Audition Workshop

PlayList Management, LLC [PLM], a local talent management & development company, has joined forces with Scott Cooper, CEO & Founder of Talent Inc. and Evolution Management Company to host a Model and Talent Audition Workshop on Saturday, January 31st, 2015. PLM said, “Scott wants to see Bermuda’s talent and will offer industry insider advice on […]

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Bermudians To Attend Florida Talent Showcase

PlayList Management, LLC [PLM], a local Talent Management & Development Company, through their Atlanta affiliate, Studio 27 Model and Talent, is sending eight talented Bermudians to Talent INC., a National Talent Showcase, held in Orlando, Florida next month [March 2015]. A spokesperson said, “Last summer, Studio27 Model and Talent, in conjunction with PLM, launched its […]

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Vacation Rental Renewal Deadline Extended

The Ministry of Tourism and Transport announced that the deadline for the renewal of vacation rental properties has been extended. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism and Transport has extended the deadline for the renewal of vacation rental properties. All current vacation rental property owners that do not fall under rent control, will […]

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Rental Property Owners Urged To Attend Meeting

The Bermuda Rental Association of Vacation Home Owners [BRAVO] is urging all vacation rental property owners and managers to attend a meeting tomorrow [Jan 16] at 6.00pm at Ignite Bermuda on Wesley Street in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “All vacation rental property owners and managers are invited to attend a meeting to learn about the […]

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Column: How To Price Your Airbnb Rental

[Column written by Ade Brown] About 60% of your potential income comes from the intrinsic value of your property, location, and amenities. The other 40% is dependent upon implementing an effective Airbnb pricing strategy. Your strategy should take into account the fluctuating demand for your property throughout the year. Airbnb allows you to set different […]

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Column: Market Vacation Rental On Social Media

[Column written by Ade Brown] Vacation rental owners should use social media to market their properties directly to a wide variety of potential guests. Social media can be used as a free advertising tool in reaching people all around the world. People can come across your page simply by scrolling through their feed, and every […]

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America’s Cup Property Rental Drop Coming

[Written by Don Burgess] Homeowners in the west end that were getting a premium for renting their properties due the America’s Cup have been advised to lower their prices. Johnettte McNeil, broker at JBM Realty and Associates, said it was advisable for them to have their homes rented rather than holding out for a higher income […]

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Arch Capital To Acquire Barbican Group Holdings

Arch Capital Group Ltd. has entered into an agreement to purchase Barbican Group Holdings Limited from funds managed by Carlson Capital, a U.S.-based alternative asset management firm, subject to regulatory approval. The acquisition includes Barbican Managing Agency Limited, Lloyd’s Syndicate 1955, Lloyd’s Syndicate 1856 [Arcus], Lloyd’s Special Purpose Arrangement [SPA] 6132, Castel Underwriting Agencies Limited […]

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Video: Press Conference On Fatal Shooting

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service is holding a press conference this morning [July 30] on the fatal shooting, which resulted in the death of 30-year-old Taylor Grier. At around 10.00pm on Friday, two men on a motorcycle fired multiple gunshots in the area of Court and Elliot Street, resulting in the death of Mr Grier, […]

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Two People Arrested Following Fatal Shooting

Two men have been arrested following a shooting on Court Street on Tuesday [March 17] that resulted in the death of one man and injuries to another. Following the shooting, a police spokesperson said, “At around 2:45 pm today, Tuesday 17th March, police were called out to a reported firearms incident at the junction of […]

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1,794 Visit Hospital Due To Collisions In 2019

1,794 people visited King Edward VII Memorial Hospital’s [KEMH] Emergency Department or Urgent Care Centre due to road traffic accidents in 2019, according to the latest statistics from the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB]. According to BHB, “Bermuda Hospitals Board road traffic accident statistics for the period 01 January – 31 December 2019 show the following: The […]

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20-Year-Old Man Hospitalised After Collision

A 20-year-old man was transported to hospital via ambulance for treatment following a two vehicle collision in Smith’s parish. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:10am Tuesday, February 4th police, Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service as well as ambulance personnel were dispatched to a reported two vehicle collision at the junction of Middle Road and Verdmont […]

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Overcoming The Digital Divide During At-Home Learning

In the Columbus City Schools, Ohio's largest school district, 62% of students have the required technology to learn online. The district is not alone. Schools around the state are on the hunt for online resources to close the gap -- and turning to corporate America and the public for help.




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Wellness Wednesday: Dental Care During Coronavirus

Gov. Mike DeWine included dental offices in the first round of businesses that could reopen on May 1. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Dental Association, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have all issued warnings that non-emergency dental procedures should wait for now.