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NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals Sign Devwah Whaley

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:48:13 +0000

Devwah Whaley has been signed to the National Football League’s Cincinnati Bengals after being picked up as an unrestricted free agent. A Stabroek News story said, “Devwah Whaley, a 22-year-old Bermudian, has been given the chance to realise his dream of playing in America’s National Football League [NFL] after being signed by the Cincinnati Bengals, […]

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Heritage Picnic Launches Restaurant Weeks

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2020 23:39:59 +0000

A picnic combining Bermuda’s creative talent and centuries-old island history has officially launched Restaurant Weeks 2020. Under sunny skies, 60 attendees enjoyed the outdoor fragrance and food-pairing lunch staged by the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] in the rose garden of 300-year-old Waterville, the Bermuda National Trust Headquarters in Paget. The event, teaming luxury picnic purveyor and event […]

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Princess Offer Australian Menu To Help Wildlife

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 16:20:15 +0000

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is raising money for Australian charity, Sydney Wildlife, in the wake of the country’s devastating bushfires. Marcus’, the hotel’s flagship restaurant, will be offering a special, Australian-themed a la carte menu for lunch and dinner on Friday, January 31st, with proceeds set to assist orphaned native animals in Australia. Diners will […]

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Princess: ‘Chocolate Cave’ For Valentine’s Day

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:26:19 +0000

Some 200lbs of chocolate will be used to create a ‘Chocolate Cave’ at the Hamilton Princess for Valentine’s Day, with diners able to treat themselves to an “enormous range of chocolate desserts, from mousses to cakes and truffles to a chocolate fountain.” “Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, has announced the creation […]

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Photos: Chocolate Cave At Hamilton Princess

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 09:04:04 +0000

As part of their Valentine’s Day celebration, Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, created a decadent ‘Chocolate Cave’ using some 200lbs of chocolate. A spokesperson previously said, “From the evening of Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 14 through to the Champagne Brunch on February 16, guests will be able to enjoy a […]

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Princess Unveils The Duchess Café & Gelateria

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 22:40:53 +0000

The Duchess Café and Gelateria will be the island’s newest coffee shop destination when it opens at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club on Monday, March 2 and has created four new jobs for Bermudians at the resort. Named for Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll – the hotel’s namesake – the stylish café will offer a […]

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Bermudian Chefs Launch Weekly “Cultural Bites”

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Mar 2020 17:51:48 +0000

A pair of Bermudian chefs, fresh off their collaboration with international culinary star Eric Adjepong, are launching a weekly culinary experience to carry forward January’s sell-out Restaurant Weeks dinner. After teaming up with Chef Adjepong of Bravo TV’s Top Chef fame to host Bermuda’s Culture & Heritage Dinner at Fourways Restaurant, Jaelen Steede and Raeven […]

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Column: The Home-Cooking Renaissance

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 09:36:03 +0000

[Opinion column written by OBA Senate Leader Marcus Jones] Growing up, eating out was strictly a luxury for our family on special occasions. A birthday celebration, wedding reception, or a church event were the only times we would venture out to dine in a restaurant or hotel. Fortunately for us, the matriarchs of our family […]

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Princess Offer ‘To Go’ Mother’s Day Brunch

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:25:18 +0000

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will be offering its traditional Mother’s Day Brunch in to-go format this weekend for those wanting to celebrate their mothers in the usual Bermudian way. “The Hamilton Princess brunch offering will feed four people with a wide spread of more than 15 menu items that will evoke brunch classics and […]

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Bermuda Charge Launch Qualifying Criteria

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Mar 2020 22:00:42 +0000

Organisers of the Bermuda Charge motorcycle road race have launched qualifying criteria for local riders, which contain initiatives to encourage local road safety. Bermuda Charge committee member and former professional motorcycle racer Antoine Richards said, “The requirements are designed not only to ensure that participants hold the necessary riding skills, but also to quantifiably assist […]

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Court: Minors Pleads Guilty To Sex Offences

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Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:00:59 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 43-year-old man pleaded guilty to three sex offences involving a minor and will await sentencing in the new year after several reports have been conducted. David Minors, from Sandys Parish, admitted to three of six charges involving a minor under the age of 16. Mr Minors –  the former Government road safety officer […]

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Court: 57-Yr-Old Man Denies Sexual Offences

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Published On :: Mon, 03 Dec 2018 20:01:51 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A 57-year-old man pleaded not guilty to multiple sexual offences alleged to have taken place against a girl under the age of 14. The man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, denied touching a young person sexually while being in a position of trust on a date unknown […]

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Court: Minors Sentenced To 5 Years In Prison

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Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 20:20:38 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess + Updated] “Please just leave the children alone.” That was the earnest plea from Supreme Court Justice Carlisle Greaves as he was sentencing sex offender David Minors to five years in prison for charges including sexual exploitation of a minor by a person in a position of trust and showing the boy […]

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Court: Pernell Brangman Guilty Of Sex Offences

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 13 Apr 2019 00:52:27 +0000

A Supreme Court jury unanimously found Pernell Brangman guilty of sexual offenses against a young girl in the late 1990s. Brangman, who is in his early 50s, was found guilty on all three counts of sexual exploitation and having unlawful carnal knowledge of a 10-year-old girl between 1997 and 1998, ZBM has reported. Screenshot courtesy […]

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Column: A Remembrance Of Connie Furtado

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Published On :: Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:00:22 +0000

[Opinion column written by Keri Ebright] I returned in 2018 at her 40th year anniversary, in 2019 at her 41st, and 2020 for her 42nd. Forty-two years ago, Connie Furtado, age 11, was brutally raped and murdered when walking home from school. Anyone around here in the 1970s remembers this. Forty-two years ago can still […]

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Cyclists Conclude Valley Of Sun Bike Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 17:00:43 +0000

Kaden Hopkins, Dominique Mayho, Nicholas Narraway and Caitlin Conyers recently concluded competing in the Valley of the Sun Bike Race, a three-day event in which professional and amateur road racing cyclists take part in different categories. The third and final stage was the criterium. In the Pro 1 Men’s Division, Hopkins clocked a time of […]

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Bermuda Cyclists Resume Vuelta Independencia

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Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 12:27:30 +0000

Bermuda cyclists Dominique Mayho, Kaden Hopkins, and Conor White have teamed up with Julian Molina, Julian Otero, and Brian Leon as they continue competing in the Vuelta Independencia 7 day stage race in the Dominican Republic. Stage two saw the cyclists compete over a 162K course. Mayho was fourth across the line with the same […]

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Cyclists Continue Vuelta Independencia Race

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 12:54:33 +0000

Bermuda cyclists Dominique Mayho, Kaden Hopkins, and Conor White have teamed up with Julian Molina, Julian Otero and Brian Leon to compete in the Vuelta Independencia 7 day stage race in the Dominican Republic. Stage three was a 133.1K course, with Mayho moving up to eighth place overall. Hopkins is in sixth place overall and holds a […]

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Cyclists Continue In Vuelta Independencia

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 12:32:18 +0000

Bermuda cyclists Dominique Mayho, Kaden Hopkins, and Conor White have teamed up with Julian Molina, Julian Otero and Brian Leon to compete in the Vuelta Independencia 7 day stage race in the Dominican Republic. Stage four was the Circuito Villa Altagracia 138K race. Hopkins leads the Bermuda riders and is in 6th place overall, he […]

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Cyclists Continue Vuelta Independencia Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 18:00:49 +0000

Bermuda cyclists Dominique Mayho, Kaden Hopkins, and Conor White have teamed up with Julian Molina, Julian Otero and Brian Leon to compete in the Vuelta Independencia 7 day stage race in Dominican Republic. Stage Five was a 136K Mountain Stage, and Hopkins continues to lead the Bermuda riders and is in 8th place overall, and […]

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Bermuda Cyclists Conclude Vuelta Stage Race

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 12:40:10 +0000

Bermuda cyclists Dominique Mayho and Kaden Hopkins, continued teaming up with Julian Molina, Julian Otero, and Brian Leon to compete in the Vuelta Independencia 7 day stage race in the Dominican Republic. The final day saw the cyclists compete for an 84K ride through Santo Domingo. Hopkins finished 8th overall, with a combined time of 23 […]

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Bermuda Bicycle Association Announce Awards

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 12:00:55 +0000

The Bermuda Bicycle Association announced the 2019 Awards, which was originally planned at the end of March, but was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The BBA’s annual awards were to have been announced and presented at the end of March but with the cancellation of the event the award recipients were […]

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Cap Of 375 Recreational Lobster Diver Licences

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 31 Jul 2019 12:54:17 +0000

The Ministry of Home Affairs is advising of a cap of 375 recreational lobster diver licences to be issued for the 2019-2020 season. “Licences will be issued on a first come, first served basis starting on Monday, 5 August 2019 and the diving season is set to open 1 September, 2019,” a spokesperson said. “The […]

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Karting: Bermuda Compete In 24 Hour Endurance

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Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2019 14:26:57 +0000

Team Bermuda finished 29th competing in the CRG 24 Hours Endurance Karting Race of Italy 2019, joining teams from China, Italy, Romania, Czech Republic, Germany, Spain, Ecuador, France and Ukraine in the endurance event. The Bermuda team included David Selly, Jordan Fletcher [pit crew], Owen Decosta, David Barbosa, Scott Barnes, Jeff Sousa, Blake Horseman, Marcus […]

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‘Increase Benefit Of Solar Technology Installation’

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Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 17:20:49 +0000

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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Energy Summit Seeks To Strengthen Resilience

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 16 Nov 2018 22:01:14 +0000

Yesterday the Department of Energy held the 2018 Energy Summit at the Hamilton Princess Hotel, with the theme ‘Toward a Resilient Bermuda’. This Summit is in observance of CARICOM Energy Month, which is November. Present at the Summit were members of Government, representatives of industry and business and participants in the energy sector both in […]

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Ministry ‘Encouraged’ By IRP Energy Plan

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Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:03:26 +0000

The Ministry of Home Affairs said they are encouraged by the publication of the Regulatory Authority’s Integrated Resource Plan [IRP], which calls for “high levels of renewable energy resources,” with the RA saying the plan includes adding utility-scale solar photovoltaic and wind power via an offshore wind farm. A Ministry spokesperson said, “The Ministry of […]

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MSA Holds Remembrance Day Prayer Service

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 15:05:37 +0000

Students from Mount Saint Agnes Academy participated in a Remembrance Day Prayer Service this morning [Nov 8] in the school’s auditorium. A spokesperson said, “This morning at 8:30am at MSA the Grade 6s through 12s participated in a Remembrance Day Prayer Service in our Auditorium. The Governor John Rankin was in attendance and the Service […]

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How Einstein Once Called Bermuda Home

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:00:49 +0000

Albert Einstein, the German-born genius who revolutionised mankind’s understanding of the universe, called Bermuda home for a few days in 1935. For legal purposes the island became the short-term official residence of the scientist, humanitarian and philosopher when he was making his official declaration of intent to become a United States citizen. The theoretical physicist […]

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NMB Launches ‘Book Of The Month’ Programme

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Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 18:37:31 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] has launched a ‘Book of the Month’ programme, aiming to “inspire people in Bermuda and abroad to learn more about Bermuda’s history, cultural heritage, and the history of the Atlantic world.” A spokesperson said, “Education is central to NMB’s mandate, with formal and informal learning, and research and scholarship […]

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Renaming Of Somers Day To Mary Prince Day

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 21:33:41 +0000

[Updated with PDF] “It is fitting that the second day of Cup Match be renamed after our National Hero, Mary Prince,” Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo said, as she spoke in Parliament about legislation being tabled — the renaming of Somers Day to Mary Prince Day. Speaking in the House of […]

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Column: Honouring Mary Prince On Cup Match

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Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 11:34:37 +0000

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] Like many others of my age, we were never taught the full story of Bermudian, Caribbean or African History. We all grew up fully believing, to different degrees, whatever we were taught in school. Basically, European History. Specifically, British History. Fast forward a few decades, we all now have access […]

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CURB On Mary Prince Day & Planned Statue

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 22:33:51 +0000

CURB congratulated Minister of Community Affairs, Labour & Sport Lovitta Foggo for “introducing changes to the Public Holidays Amendment Act changing Somers Day to Mary Prince Day, whilst also thanking Thomas Christopher Famous for his advocacy in educating the public about this issue.” A spokesperson said, “As stated by Minister Foggo, Mary Prince is recognized worldwide for the […]

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NMB Launches At Home With History Programme

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Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:10:33 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is launching a new online programme “At Home with History” in an effort to stay connected during these challenging times. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is launching a new online programme in an effort to stay connected during these challenging times. “At Home with History” […]

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National Museum Launches Pre-Purchase Tickets

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 11:44:58 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is asking community members to pre-order admissions tickets through their website to support the Museum while it is closed during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is asking community members to pre-order admissions tickets through their website to support the Museum while […]

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Crime Stoppers Weekend Film Experience

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Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 11:33:30 +0000

Crime Stoppers Bermuda will host its third annual Weekend Film Experience from February 6th to February 9th, 2020 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute. A spokesperson said, ”The Weekend Film Experience is being programmed again by Bermudian film professional Andrew Stoneham, who has curated another incredible film lineup. “1. Mr. Jones – Nominated Golden Berlin Bear […]

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Media Lounge Launches ‘Afterhours’ Series

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Jan 2020 12:53:49 +0000

The Media Lounge is getting set to launch a new monthly film series called Afterhours, beginning with a screening of Knives and Skin on Saturday [Jan 25] at 9.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The series presents provocative, controversial and uncompromising films that take an innovative approach to the art of storytelling. These soon-to-be cult and art […]

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BIFF Announces 2020 Feature Film Line-Up

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Published On :: Sat, 07 Mar 2020 12:00:59 +0000

The Bermuda International Film Festival announced the feature film line-up for the 23rd edition of the event. The festival will open on Friday March 20 at 6.30pm with a screening of Hero, directed by Frances-Anne Solomon, winner of the top narrative film award at February’s Pan-African Film and Arts Festival in Los Angeles. Inspired by […]

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Music Video: ‘Different Universe’ By Spence

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 Jan 2016 19:50:08 +0000

Local musician Richard Spencer – known by his stage name Spence – has released a new music video for his song ‘A Different Universe,’ lamenting the ills of the world even while imagining a more peaceful planet. Mr. Spencer — who has been playing music for about 16 years, and writes, composes, and performs all […]

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Bermudian Stylist Involved In Beyonce Video

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Published On :: Sun, 07 Feb 2016 15:46:52 +0000

Bermuda’s Shiona Turini continues to build her fashion credentials, with her latest accomplishment being working as a stylist for superstar Beyonce’s latest video ‘Formation’, which has just been released, attaining some 6 million views on Youtube in the first 24 hours. “Beyoncé employed a cadre of stylist — among them Shiona Turini, Zerina Akers, Ade […]

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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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Music Video: Mugzy & Crew Dancing Hot

By bernews.com
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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‘Eco Lunch & Learn’ Series Returns For Spring

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 18:00:47 +0000

The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] and Bermuda College have kicked off a new season of their Eco Lunch & Learn Series II. A spokesperson said, “The second half of Series II runs on the last Thursday of each month in February, March and April, 2020. Series III will begin with another slate of presentations […]

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RA Approves Operating Licence For Solar Farm

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 15:45:31 +0000

The Regulatory Authority has approved the operating licence for the new solar farm at the ‘Finger’ at L. F. Wade International Airport. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter H. Roban, is pleased to announce the Regulatory Authority’s approval of the operating licence for the new solar farm at the […]

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Photos & Video: Purvis Primary Science Fair

By bernews.com
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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Brad Sforza Joins Hamilton Insurance Group

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:19:10 +0000

Hamilton Insurance Group, the Bermuda-headquartered group of companies underwriting specialty insurance and reinsurance on a global basis, today announced that Brad Sforza has been appointed to the position of Senior Vice President, Head of Property Reinsurance for its new US reinsurance platform, effective January 27, 2020. Mr. Sforza comes to Hamilton from PartnerRe, where he […]

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Fidelis Announces Appointment Of John Symms

By bernews.com
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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Butterfield Announce Management Appointments

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 15:11:15 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of Butterfield announced management changes. The full filing stated: “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced the appointment of Jane Pearce as its new Group Head of Trust [subject to regulatory approvals], replacing Bob Moore who is retiring after more than 22 years with […]

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Ann Manal Joins RenaissanceRe As CHRO

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 10:39:58 +0000

RenaissanceRe Holdings announced that Ann Manal has joined the Company as Chief Human Resources Officer responsible for overseeing the global HR Function. She will be based at the Company’s Bermuda headquarters. Kevin O’Donnell, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated: “I am delighted to welcome Ann to our global leadership team. “At RenaissanceRe, our people are […]

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HSBC Announces Resignation & Appointment

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:48:28 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, HSBC announced the resignation and appointment of directors. The filing stated: HSBC Managed Portfolios Limited HSBC Corporate Money Funds Limited HSBC Specialist Funds Limited [each a “Company”] Director Resignation and Appointment The Board of Directors of each Company wish to announce the resignation of Mr. Anthony Joaquin […]

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