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Music Video: Jo-1's ‘No Ordinary Christmas’

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Published On :: Mon, 25 Dec 2017 14:00:43 +0000

Bermudian Joanne Ball-Burgess, also known as Jo-1, who rose to fame through East African dance show Sakata, has released a new video for her latest song, a holiday-themed track titled “No Ordinary Christmas.” The song was written and arranged by Joanne Ball-Burgess and produced by AgelessMuzik Studios by producer Dominic Khaemba. Keyboards are by Emery […]

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Music Video: Sir Dudley’s New Single “Be Yaself”

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Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2018 23:00:07 +0000

Bermudian reggae artist Giles “Sir Dudley” Spurling has released a new single titled ‘Be Yaself,’ a song composed of an instrumental created by Major Lazer from the song “Run Up” featuring PartyNextDoor and Nicki Minaj, along with lyrics and vocals composed by Sir Dudley. Recorded, mixed and mastered at MassFX Recording by Mr. Ivibes of Ivibes Productions, […]

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Music Video: Joanne Ball-Burgess “Body Drop”

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Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 12:46:52 +0000

Bermudian Joanne Ball-Burgess, also known as Jo-1, who rose to fame through East African dance show Sakata, has released a new video for her latest song “Body Drop”. A spokesperson said, “Jo-1 is back and this time with a bigger banger that will get you to pop, lock and let your body drop. The blend […]

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Music Video: Mugzy & Crew Dancing Hot

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Dec 2018 15:00:20 +0000

It may have gotten a bit cool among the hills and ditches emerging and contouring this North Atlantic volcanic crater for a moment, however the temperature is raging hot under the feet of dancer/fitness instructor Anthony [Mugzy] Furbert and his eruptive dance partners. Catching the eye of prominent soca artists Preedy during a working tour […]

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Music Video: “Fashion Slayer” by HEЯITAGE

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Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2019 10:04:32 +0000

Bermudian music duo Gianluca Gibbons and Hannah Eggen of soul/pop outfit HEЯITAGE have released the music video of their new hit single “Fashion Slayer”. To Gibbons and Eggen, fashion is about more than just sharp-looking clothes – fashion means presentation, self-affirmation, creativity, and a form of artistic expression. While the members of HEЯITAGE sing about […]

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BUEI Talks “Bermuda’s Cahows” On January 29

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Jan 2020 00:00:22 +0000

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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Faith & Community Leaders Plant Loquat Tree

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Published On :: Sun, 02 Feb 2020 22:45:43 +0000

Leaders from the Christian, Muslim and Jewish communities joined with other community members in planting a loquat tree at the corner of Court and Dundonald Streets, serving as an observance of the beginning of the UN World Interfaith Harmony Week, as well as part of Vision 2020’s campaign to plant 2,020 trees this year. A spokesperson said, […]

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Video: Baby Dolphin Birth In Bermuda

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Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 11:40:04 +0000

Dolphin Quest Bermuda has shared a video highlighting the birth of Reef in June 2019, with the video providing insight into mother Bailey’s relationship with the organization’s staff and the parental journey ahead of her. The video’s description says, “On June 1, 2019 [World Reef Day], Bailey at Dolphin Quest Bermuda gave birth to a […]

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Free Saturday Activities At National Museum

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Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 12:08:34 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda is offering free Saturday activities — including Palmetto weaving, book readings and chair yoga — during the month of February. A spokesperson said, “National Museum of Bermuda is offering free Saturday activities during the month of February. This coming Saturday, February 22, local artist and historian Ronnie Chameau and Bermudian author […]

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Donleigh Park Nursery Sign Unveiled

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:08:06 +0000

Mayor Charles Gosling, along with members of city council and staff, recently unveiled a sign in Donleigh Park that highlights the process behind trees being grown at the on-site nursery since 2018. A spokesperson said, “Mayor Charles Gosling and members of the city council and staff officially unveiled an informative sign in Donleigh Park, the […]

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Warwick Academy Students Hold Demonstration

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 14:30:43 +0000

Friday, February 28 marked the 20th consecutive Friday morning that a small group of Warwick Academy students demonstrated on Middle Road to raise awareness about climate change, with the students holding the demonstration before school started. A spokesperson said, “Friday, February 28 marked the 20th consecutive Friday morning that a small group of concerned Warwick Academy students […]

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E-Waste & TAG Recycling Day On Saturday

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Published On :: Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:28:11 +0000

A free E-Waste & TAG Recycling Drop-Off Day event will be held on Saturday [March 7] from 8.00am to 4.00pm at the Somerset Cricket Club premises. A government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works is supporting the Free E-Waste & TAG Recycling Drop-Off Day event being sponsored by Somerset Cricket Club [SCC] on Saturday, […]

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Buy Back Bermuda To Create Nature Reserve

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 15:24:54 +0000

Buy Back Bermuda purchased 3.5 acres of land along the Shelly Bay stretch with public donations in 2012, and work is now underway to restore the land as a nature reserve and open it to the public. A spokesperson said, “Eve’s Pond has become the site of a major restoration project to provide a new […]

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Earth Hour: ‘Turn Off Unnecessary Lights Tonight’

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Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 14:27:54 +0000

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Earth Hour activities around the world have taken on a different format, and Greenrock is encouraging all Bermuda residents to turn off any unnecessary lights this evening. A spokesperson said, “As a result of the precautions being taken to limit the potential threats associated with Covid-19, Earth Hour activities around the […]

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Climate Wise: Offset Your Carbon Footprint

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 12:56:24 +0000

Climate Wise is working to “engender mass support to change the direction of the planet’s climate crisis” by taking donations and investing them “in projects which make meaningful and certified change to the environment.” A spokesperson said, “Climate Wise announced the launch of an organisation designed to engender mass support to change the direction of […]

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Happy Bird Company Offers Bluebird Boxes

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Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 12:16:04 +0000

The Happy Bird Company is selling its bluebird nesting boxes for the second year, led by company founder Christian Chin-Gurret. A spokesperson said, “Spring is definitely in the air with the lovely sounds of bird chirping all over the island. Many birds are starting their nests and that includes the native bluebirds [Sialia sialis]. “Between […]

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Golf: Bermuda Championship Marks Earth Day

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:51:29 +0000

In commemoration of Earth Day, the Bermuda Championship highlighted the PGA Tour’s reusable cup policy, which took effect at the start of the 2020 season. A spokesperson said, “To celebrate Earth Day, the Bermuda Championship is pleased to share the PGA Tour’s new reusable cup policy that took effect at the start of the 2020 […]

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Photos: Colonial Valentine’s Day Tea Party

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Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 19:26:21 +0000

More than 100 seniors enjoyed a Valentine’s Day tea party organised as a big ‘thank-you’ from one of the Island’s biggest pension providers. Colonial Group International invited seniors with a pension with the firm to the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute which was decorated with hearts and flowers. CGI CEO Naz Farrow told the seniors: “It […]

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Photos & Video: Girl Guide Thinking Day Service

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 21:00:05 +0000

Girl Guiding Bermuda held their annual Thinking Day Service this afternoon [Feb 23] at the Anglican Cathedral on Church Street, with Brownies, Guides and other participants marching from City Hall to take part in the service. Thinking Day is the day closest to the birthday of Lord Baden-Powell who was the originator of the now […]

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Photos & Video: Purvis Primary Science Fair

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:07:04 +0000

Purvis Primary School recently held its annual Science Fair, serving to highlight the students’ scientific knowledge and inquiry skills. A spokesperson said, “Tuesday, February 18th, 2020 was the beginning of Purvis Primary School’s 19th Annual Science Fair. The science fair projects are based on the Cambridge science curriculum, and highlight the students’ scientific knowledge and […]

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Photos: Harold Smith Celebrates 100th Birthday

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:40:31 +0000

Premier David Burt recently attended the 100th birthday of Mr. Harold Smith, at a party put on by his family at the Bermuda Industrial Union. Over 100 friends and family joined in the celebration, which included live entertainment, dinner, tributes, and prayers. “It was a great honour to attend the birthday celebration of Mr. Harold […]

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Photos: Paget Primary Black History Museum

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 12:44:36 +0000

Paget Primary School hosted their third annual Bermuda Black History Museum this week, with students and teachers transforming some of their classrooms into educational Black History Museums, honouring some of the Black Bermudians who have made contributions to the Island, while also allowing students to learn about some of the island’s barrier breaking figures. . Click […]

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Photos & Video: MOM Community Peace Walk

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Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 22:31:46 +0000

“Why do we only rest in peace, why don’t we live in peace?” That was the sentiment expressed on one sign as the Mothers On A Mission [MOM] group held a peace walk today [Feb 29] with an aim to promote peace and unity in the community. The group left CedarBridge Academy at around 2.30pm this […]

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February 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

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Published On :: Sun, 01 Mar 2020 00:00:22 +0000

Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters, on social media, and in our app seven days a week. Always popular, February’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media networks, and judging by the number of […]

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Photos & Video: International Women’s Day

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Mar 2020 22:04:20 +0000

The International Women’s Day Bermuda committee held an International Women’s Day celebration on Friday [March 6] at City Hall with the event featuring speakers and entertainment, while Tami Ray — Bermuda’s first female ferry pilot — received the Woman of the Year award. A spokesperson previously said, “International Women’s Day is for celebrating the achievements […]

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Photos: Pembroke Rotary Club’s Fun Fair

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Mar 2020 23:00:53 +0000

The Pembroke Rotary Club hosted their annual Children’s Fun Fair earlier today [March 7] at the St. Paul’s Church Hall in Paget. with the event featuring raffles, refreshments, a variety of games, prizes and plenty of fun for everyone. The Pembroke Rotary is a service club of volunteers, that  focus on community service with a […]

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March 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 10:27:04 +0000

While the island and world are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing remains constant, the island’s beauty, and as always, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and various social media accounts seven days a week. Always popular, March’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media […]

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Photos: Royal Navy Helicopters Over Bermuda

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Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 14:33:19 +0000

Royal Navy aviators completed “vital reconnaissance sorties over Bermuda,” the Royal Navy said, adding that they “gathered crucial information on landing sites where humanitarian aid could be brought ashore if called for by the island’s governor in a time of need.” The report on the Royal Navy website said, “Royal Navy aviators have completed vital […]

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April 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

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Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 10:33:26 +0000

While the island and world are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing remains constant: the island’s beauty. As always, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and various social media accounts seven days a week in order to continue to highlight the stunning scenes that Bermuda has to offer. Always popular, […]

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Photos: Mariners Defeat The Rest On Spirit Day

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Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2019 10:26:23 +0000

Mariners Spirit Day started under sunny blustery skies with a good crowd present at the Warwick Academy School Field. The Mariners took on The Rest, with the Mariners picking up the 21 – 14 win. Dustin Archibald powered over from 2 meters out, and when Jamie Hodgkins converted it gave the Mariners a 7 – […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey League

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Published On :: Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:35 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Field Hockey Federations League season recently resumed with 14 goals scored in a triple header. Sandpipers 0 – Pink Robins 5 The Pink Robins defeated the Sandpipers 5 – 0. The Pink Robins got two goals from Joanna Heaney, while Emma Ranger, Bella Boonstra, and Laura Burt all added a goal each. […]

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Photo Set II: Annual Pedal For Paralympics

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 13:07:15 +0000

Over 90 riders teamed up with the Bermuda Paralympic Association as a fundraising cycling event saw participants ride from Dockyard to Ferry Reach Park, with the ‘Pedal for Paralympics’ event serving to assist in raising funds for the island’s para-athletes The cyclists were joined along the causeway by Paralympian Jessica Lewis, and also present at the […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:36:24 +0000

[Updated with photos] A total of 15 goals were scored at the National Sports Center in Bermuda Field Hockey action. Men’s Blue Team 2 Men’s White team 2 This match ended in a 2 – 2 draw. The Men’s Blue Team got single goals from Matt Spencer and Alex Godet, while Gary Tavares and Jack […]

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Photos/Results: Marsden Memorial Match Day

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 12:54:14 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Marsden Memorial Match Day took place at the National Sports Center, with a total of 118 points put on the board in four matches. Women: The Renegades Ladies defeated the Teachers Ladies 41 – 0. The Renegades Ladies got three tries from Amy Harvey, while Elaine McHugh scored twice. Sarah Maybury […]

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Photos & Video: Work Underway On NSC Track

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 19:26:14 +0000

Contractors have started prepping and applying the polyurethane levelling material to the surface of the 400-metre running track at the National Sports Centre. The original track was laid in 2001/2002 and has fallen into disrepair and with the NSC due to host the Carifta Games in April, a decision was made to have it resurfaced. […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 10:15:37 +0000

[Updated with photos] In the lone Bermuda Field Hockey Federation match of the weekend, which saw the Hawks take on the Canaries, only one goal was scored. The lone goal of the game came in the 15th minute off the stick of Rory Pollett for the Hawks to record a 1 – 0 win over […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:17:57 +0000

[Updated with video & photos] The Bermuda Field Hockey League season resumed at the National Sports Center with a double-header that produced 9 goals. Pink Robins 0 Griffins 0 In the opening match of the day, the Pink Robins and Griffins played to a scoreless draw. Sandpipers 1 Dragons 8 In the second match, the […]

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Photos: Fat Tire Massive Race At Hog Bay Park

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:27:18 +0000

[Updated with photos] 56 racers competed during the Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike Series at Hog Bay Park this weekend. A spokesperson said, “Under clearing skies, Hog Bay park hosted 56 racers in the second last points race for the Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike Series. With only one race to go, several positions are […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Ball Hockey League

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 23:00:47 +0000

[Updated with photos] Only 8 goals were scored in the double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink in Bermuda Ball Hockey action. Quad City Mallards 1 Manitoba Moose 2 The opener on the night was a low scoring affair, with the Manitoba Moose edging the Quad City Mallards 2 – 1. The Manitoba Moose took the […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey League

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 12:30:45 +0000

[Updated with photos] A total of 8 goals were scored in the latest round of Bermuda Field Hockey action at the National Sports Center. Canaries 0 Budgies 1 This match saw a stoppage due to high winds and rain, with debris blowing across the pitch, and the lone goal of this game came in the […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:01:04 +0000

[Updated with photos] A Bermuda Field Hockey triple header took place at the National Sports Center. Ravens 1 Griffins 1 The Ravens and Griffins played to a 1 – 1 draw, the Griffins took the lead in the 9th minute when Jack Finlay scored a Field Goal, but Petal Toby would equalize from a Penalty […]

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Carey Olsen Bermuda Appoints Michael Frith

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2020 17:31:45 +0000

Carey Olsen Bermuda has appointed Michael Frith in the firm’s corporate practice. “Mr. Frith, who was formerly director of another global offshore law firm, is a well-known figure in the offshore legal marketplace. He specialises in all aspects of Bermuda corporate law, with a particular focus on insurance/reinsurance regulatory and transactional matters, as well as […]

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Ed Appoints Kelley As Liability Division Head

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:46:01 +0000

Ed, the global reinsurance, wholesale and specialty broker, announced the appointment of Colin Kelley as Head of Ed’s new Liability Division in Bermuda. Effective immediately, Mr Kelley will lead the professional lines, casualty and healthcare teams. Mr Kelley brings more than 16 years of both underwriting and broking experience to the business. He joins from […]

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Fidelis Announces Appointment Of John Symms

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 11:20:59 +0000

Fidelis announced the appointment of John Symms as Head of Outwards Reinsurance. Working closely with Phil Vandoninck in his role as CEO of Socium, Fidelis’s partnerships Pillar, Symms will coordinate all aspects of engagement with reinsurers across all segments of the business, the company said. Richard Brindle, Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer of Fidelis […]

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Abacus Appoints Daryl Fubler To New COO Role

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Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 22:35:34 +0000

Abacus Ltd. announced the appointment of Daryl Fubler as Chief Operating Officer [COO]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda based financial solutions firm Abacus Ltd. announced the appointment of Daryl Fubler as Chief Operating Officer [COO]. The newly created role will include managing Abacus’ growth and ongoing evolution of service offerings. “Abacus Ltd. provides a full range […]

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Kathy Parker Joins Bacardi Limited As CMO

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 11:19:54 +0000

Bacardi Limited announced the appointment of Kathy Parker as Chief Marketing Officer for Patrón tequila and Grey Goose vodka, with Ms Parker set to relocate to Bermuda with her family in August. The company said, “Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, today announces the appointment of Kathy Parker as Chief Marketing Officer […]

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John McSweeney & Larissa Roche Join Appleby

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 11:00:34 +0000

Appleby Bermuda is welcoming John McSweeney and Larissa Roche to its Dispute Resolution and Corporate department. A spokesperson said, “Mr. McSweeney is an associate within the Dispute Resolution department in Bermuda. Prior to joining Appleby, Mr. McSweeney was a litigation associate in another Bermuda law firm where he represented clients in a wide range of […]

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Appleby Hires Rebecca Holloway & Joy Martin

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:11:29 +0000

Appleby Bermuda has welcomed Bermudians Rebecca Holloway and Joy Martin as compliance officers within the compliance team. Ms Holloway graduated from Bristol University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in French and Spanish. Ms Holloway is a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist [CAMS] and Certified Financial Crime Specialist [CFCS]. Prior to joining Appleby, she served as a […]

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Appleby Hires Kit Cunningham & John Small

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Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 12:40:39 +0000

Appleby Bermuda has welcomed Kit Cunningham and John Small to its Corporate department. Mr. Cunningham is an associate in Appleby’s Bermuda office practicing in all areas of corporate and commercial law, including finance, insurance, public and private M&A, digital asset business and technology, intellectual property, and aviation. He was called to the Bermuda Bar in November […]

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BILTIR Appoint Natasha Scotland Courcy

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:54:52 +0000

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has appointed Natasha Scotland Courcy to its Board of Directors. A spokesperson said, “Mrs Scotland Courcy is Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Co-Chief Operating Officer at Athene Life Re Ltd., a leading global life reinsurer established in 2009. “In addition to her supervisory role over the […]

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