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Music Video: Jo-1's ‘Don’t Disturb My Dance’

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Published On :: Sat, 10 Sep 2016 23:00:29 +0000

Bermudian Joanne Ball-Burgess, also known as Judge Jo-1, who rose to fame through East African dance show Sakata, has released a new video for her latest song “Don’t Disturb My Dance.” On her blog, Ms. Burgess described how her children took part in the filming process for the video, saying, “My second son, Zahari is […]

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Video: Taylor Rankin Releases ‘Bermuda Blue’

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Published On :: Tue, 13 Dec 2016 00:00:26 +0000

Musician Taylor Rankin has released a song called ‘Bermuda Blue,’ along with an accompanying video, with the track dedicated to the island’s waters. Mr. Rankin said, “This is dedicated to our incredible “Bermuda Blue,” to the protection and celebration of all it provides. A big thanks to John Singleton and all those involved in making this […]

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Music Video: Violinist Showcases Bermuda

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Jan 2017 20:26:16 +0000

Bermuda has been showcased by violinist Sally Potterton as she uses the island as a backdrop to her talents in playing ‘Clean Bandit’ at Admiralty Park. In posting the video, Ms. Potterton said, “As a musician I get to travel and work in some amazing parts of the world. One of the most incredible places […]

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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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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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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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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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Chester Zoo Releases Snails In Bermuda

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 11:02:26 +0000

Conservationists from Chester Zoo in the United Kingdom have released 800 lesser Bermuda snails on the island as they work to pull the species back from the brink of extinction. A story on the Chester Zoo website said, “The 800 lesser Bermuda snails, which were once driven to the brink of existence, have been given […]

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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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Tagged Great White Shark Near Bermuda

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 16:36:07 +0000

The borders may be closed right now, however it does appear that someone is trying to visit us, as 15-foot-long great white shark named Unama’ki is making its way toward Bermuda, with the 2,000 pound female being monitored by marine research non-profit OCEARCH. A Newsweek story said, “A 15-foot-long great white shark dubbed “Unama’ki” is […]

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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: CedarBridge Host Mini Flower Carnival

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 13:02:11 +0000

The Foreign Language Department of CedarBridge Academy held its inaugural miniature carnival this week, with the event based on the Nice Carnival in France. A spokesperson previously said, “Our theme is the same as this year’s Nice Carnival – Le roi de la mode, [The King of Fashion]. “The flower float parade also draws inspiration […]

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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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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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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 & Results: Bermuda Karting Club Races

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 11:14:12 +0000

The Bermuda Karting Club race season resumed at the Southside Motor Sports Park in the east end this weekend. Stephen Corrado won all three races in the Tag Senior Class, while Travis Lewis won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. The L206 Senior Class saw Jason North won two of the three races, […]

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Photos: Bermuda Sailors In World Series In Miami

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:48 +0000

Sailors Benn Smith and Rockal Evans represented Bermuda in the recently concluded Hempel World Cup Series 2020 in Miami, which saw hundreds of sailors from around the world take part in the 470, RS:X, Laser, Laser Radial and Finn fleets. Evans finished in 10th place overall in the Finn class, while Smith finished 15th overall […]

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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, Video & Results: Bermuda Karting Club

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:57:21 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Karting Club race season resumed at the Southside Motor Sports Park in the east end. Stephen Corrado won all three races in the Tag Senior Class, while Travis Lewis won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. The L206 Senior Class saw three different drivers take the checkered flag. […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Netball League

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 18:00:22 +0000

[Updated with photos] A lone Bermuda Netball Association Senior League make-up match recently took place at Bernard Park, with 105 goals scored. Phoenix Heat 70 – Docksiders 35 The Phoenix Heat doubled up the score on the Docksiders as they picked up a 70 – 35 win. Danielle Raynor led the Phoenix Heat to victory […]

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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 Karting Race

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 11:34:54 +0000

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Karting Club race season resumed at the Southside Motor Sports Park in the east end this weekend. Stephen Corrado won all three races in the Tag Senior Class, while Travis Lewis won all three races in the L206 Masters Class. The L206 Senior Class saw two drivers take the checkered […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Field Hockey

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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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Jasmine DeSilva & Anastasia Slater Join BDA

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 20:44:08 +0000

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] said they have “bolstered its team with the appointment of two experienced and talented Bermudians to further enhance its work to attract inward direct investment to the island.” “Jasmine DeSilva joined last week as Business Development Manager and is responsible for driving initiatives in the insurance industry, working closely […]

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Sarah Carr Joins Bowring Marsh Bermuda

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 11:05:16 +0000

Bowring Marsh, the international placement specialist of Marsh, announced today that Sarah Carr has joined the firm as Financial and Professional Liability [FINPRO] Placement Leader in Bermuda, reporting to Chris Reeves, CEO, President, and COO, Bowring Marsh Bermuda. In this role, Ms. Carr is responsible for leading a team of Bowring Marsh colleagues in Bermuda […]

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Fidelis Appoints Daniel Burrows & Ian Burford

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 19:36:38 +0000

Fidelis Insurance announced that founder member Daniel Burrows has been promoted to Group Managing Director for the Fidelis Group and Ian Burford has been appointed to Chief Executive Officer for Fidelis Underwriting Limited [FUL]. Burrows joined Fidelis in 2015 and previously was co-CEO of AonBenfield’s Global ReSpeciality [GRS] division. Burford has over 30 years’ experience […]

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BDA Appoints Four New Board Members

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Published On :: Fri, 07 Feb 2020 17:55:10 +0000

The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] has appointed Susan Pateras, Barclay Simmons, Marc Telemaque, and Leon Thomas to the company’s board of directors A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] has appointed four new members to the company’s board of directors. “Joining the board are Susan Pateras, COO of Liberty Specialty Markets; Barclay […]

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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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Argus Group Appoints David Brown As Director

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 09:15:15 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Argus Group Holdings Limited [Argus Group] announced the appointment as a Director of Mr. David A Brown with effect from February 10, 2020. Related Stories Argus Announces Retirement Of Steinhoff Argus Appoints Simmons As Director Argus Group Reports Net Profit Of $8.2 Million Argus CFO Retires: […]

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Walkers Announces Addition Of Adam Bathgate

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Published On :: Tue, 07 Apr 2020 09:35:18 +0000

Walkers [Bermuda] Limited has announced that Adam Bathgate has joined the firm as a partner in the Corporate, Finance, Funds & Insurance Group. A spokesperson said, “Adam started his career with Clifford Chance and was part of its leveraged finance group in London and Munich before spending eight years in the Cayman Islands, where his […]

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Winter Age Group Championships Final Day

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Published On :: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 13:21:44 +0000

After three days of competition, the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s Winter Age Group Championships concluded at the BASA Pool. It was yet another challenging day for the swimmers with windy and chilly conditions. Josephine Duerden won the 13-14 Girls 400 SC Meter Freestyle when she touched the wall in a time of 4:48.63, Myeisha Sharrieff […]

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Elijah Daley Breaks Long & Short Course Records

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 00:00:39 +0000

Elijah Daley recently competed in the Point Claire Invitational Swim Meet in Quebec, hosted by the Pointe Claire Swim Team. The meet was run as a short course meet in the morning and as long course meet for the finals. Daley broke the 13-14 Boy’s age group short course record during the 400 Individual Medley […]

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Warwick Swimmers Start Competing In Florida

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Dec 2019 16:00:02 +0000

Swimmers from Warwick Academy are competing in the Speedo Winter Age Group Championships in Florida. Taylor White finished the 15 – 16 Women 200 Yard Butterfly Preliminaries in 11th place with a time of 1:00.54. During the 13 – 14 Women’s 200 Yard Breaststroke Preliminaries Daria Desmond clocked a time of 2:42.61 finishing 14th. Bella […]

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Swimmers Continue Competing In Florida

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Dec 2019 22:20:57 +0000

Warwick Academy swimmers took to the pool again to continue competing in the Speedo Winter Age Group Championships in Florida. Jack Harvey qualified for the 15-16 Men’s 200 Yard Backstroke Final when he clocked the second fastest Preliminary time of 1:55.30. Bella Howes finished 11th during the 13-14 Women’s 50 Yard Breaststroke touching the wall […]

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Warwick Swimmers Back In Action In Florida

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Dec 2019 22:31:25 +0000

The final day of preliminaries saw Warwick Academy swimmers back in action during the Speedo Winter Age Group Championships in Florida. In the 15-16 Women’s 200 Yard Butterfly, Taylor White finished 12th with a time of 2:16.69, with a time of 1:15.02, Daria Desmond finished 16th in the 13-14 Women’s 100 Yard Breaststroke. During the […]

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Bermuda Swimmers Win Medals In Florida

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Published On :: Tue, 17 Dec 2019 12:42:46 +0000

Bermuda swimmers from Warwick Academy recently concluded competing in the Speedo Winter Age Group Championships in Florida, winning seven medals. The group’s medal total included one gold, three silver, and three bronze. Jack Harvey was the star of the show, collecting one gold and two silver medals over the tournament. Harvey won the 15 – […]

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Elan Daley Breaks More Records In Canada

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 00:00:57 +0000

Elan Daley recently competed at the Ontario Junior International 18 and Under Short Course Meet hosted by Swim Ontario at the Pan Am Pool in Scarborough, Canada. During the competition, Daley broke three Girls 13-14 Bermuda Age Group and Bermuda Open Records that she previously held. During the Girls 200m Freestyle final, Daley clocked a […]

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