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Audio & Parliament Order Of Business

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:15:57 +0000

[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will hold a ‘virtual session’ today [May 8] and statements scheduled to be delivered include the Emergency Powers [COVID-19 Continuing Precautions] Regulations 2020, 6 Megawatt Solar Farm Progress, COVID-19- Fiscal and Economic Plan Update, Public Works COVID-19 Operations, Heritage Month 2020, Government Feedback Forum for COVID-19 and Public […]

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Bermuda Cricket Social Media & Mobile Graphics

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:39:15 +0000

As Bermuda’s cricket team is taking part in the prestigious ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Dubai you can show your support to the players by using these social media cover graphics in order to liven up your profile. Many of the graphics also come in sizes suitable for Twitter and mobile phone wallpaper […]

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Portuguese Holiday Phone & Social Graphics

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2019 10:00:03 +0000

With the island set to have an official holiday to commemorate the 170th anniversary of the arrival of the first Portuguese immigrants in Bermuda, a new set of social media and phone graphics are available, highlighting designs showcasing Portuguese Bermudian pride. Part of the Bernews network, BermudaCovers.com offers an array of island-themed phone wallpapers and Facebook […]

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Squash: Dylan Muldoon & Bates College Win

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 12:06:48 +0000

Dylan Muldoon and his No. 21 nationally ranked Bates Men’s Squash teammates defeated No. 20 Colby 5-4 for their sixth straight victory at the Bates Squash Center. Visiting Colby claimed points at the first, fifth, eighth and ninth positions in the lineup, but not enough to defeat the surging Bobcats. Muldoon won his match, and […]

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Town & Country Bermuda Fashion Spread

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2019 12:25:42 +0000

Young Hollywood heart-throbs Aisling Franciosi and Wolfgang Novogratz are featured in a major fashion spread shot in Bermuda at Town & Country magazine’s website. Irish-born Ms Franciosi has appeared in the TV shows The Fall and Game of Thrones and stars in the new movie The Nightingale, a historical drama. American Mr. Novogratz is known […]

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Photos & Video: Bermuda Hair Show

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 23 Aug 2019 23:00:02 +0000

Natural Blessings Always Productions, in conjunction with Northshore Medical & Aesthetics Center [NMAC], recently hosted the ninth annual Bermuda Hair Show at CedarBridge Academy. The event programme said, “Our sponsors have breathed life into our vision and we are immensely grateful for every partnership we have made over the past nine years. “The presenting sponsor […]

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Photos & Video: Mr & Miss CedarBridge Academy

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 20 Oct 2019 15:34:14 +0000

[Updated with photos] Rayquon Woodley-Smith & Tamia Place were last night [Oct 19] crowned Mr. & Miss CedarBridge Academy 2019-2020. Fifteen senior students vied for the illustrious crown and title of Mr. and Miss CedarBridge Academy at a crowd filled Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. CedarBridge Academy senior girls Atiya Furqan, Calai […]

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Video: ‘Queen & Slim’ Highlights Shiona Turini

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Dec 2019 23:30:56 +0000

Following her Costume Designers Guild Award nomination, the makers of the film Queen & Slim created a video highlighting the work of Shiona Turini, calling the Bermudian fashion expert an “incredibly talented costume designer.” The film recently debuted by earning a reported $15.8 million through five days, including $11.7 million over the weekend, according to […]

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Photos & Video: NOVA Mas Costume Launch

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 03 Feb 2020 14:42:06 +0000

NOVA Mas International hosted their Carnival Costume Presentation & Launch Party Experience on Saturday evening [Feb 1] at the Berkeley Institute, putting a wide array of dazzling costumes on display. The event also included the showcasing of costumes by local designers Colita Cook-Shillingford and Barbie Paynter. NOVA Mas explained that Cook-Shillingford and Paynter participated in […]

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Philip & Webel Awarded Menuhin Scholarships

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 12:28:39 +0000

The Menuhin Foundation has announced the recipients of their annual scholarship, with Marcolliver Philip and Sam Webel both receiving the award. A spokesperson said, “Since 1976, The Menuhin Foundation has provided stringed music tuition to thousands of Bermuda’s school children free of charge as part of their mandate to foster and develop an interest in […]

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Saltus & Warwick Moving To Virtual Learning

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:12:51 +0000

In light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, both Saltus Grammar School and Warwick Academy have made the decision to move classes to virtual platforms. A Saltus spokesperson said, “Saltus has made the decision to transition to a virtual learning platform as of tomorrow, March 17, 2020. “Attendance and all classes will continue remotely through our school’s […]

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Apply For BELCO Scholarships & Bursaries

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:17:40 +0000

BELCO has extended the application deadline for its annual scholarships and bursaries until May 31, 2020. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has extended the application deadline for its annual scholarships and bursaries, ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 per selected student. Bermudian students may now apply for this year’s scholarships by May […]

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Legal & General To Provide Free Laptops

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 22:41:06 +0000

Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] has launched the Lighthouse Connect fund at the Bermuda Community Foundation, in partnership with the Mirrors Programme, to raise funds to provide free laptops to Bermuda public school students. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda-based Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] has launched the Lighthouse Connect fund at the Bermuda Community […]

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Column: In Celebration Of Principals & Teachers

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 21:45:45 +0000

[Written by Reeshemah Swan] Someone once said that, “…it is during adversity that one finds creativity…” As we enter another week of school buildings being closed, let us take the time to celebrate the non-essential front line workers who have been teaching school at home. In essence, school is open and continues to be – […]

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BSSF Drama Scholarships For Vickers & Smith

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 27 May 2014 16:27:41 +0000

The Bermuda Shakespeare Schools Festival [BSSF] will award two major scholarships to two outstanding drama students, with Rowan Vickers and Marcus Smith set to receive assistance to continue their studies. Every year BSSF, now in its seventh year of operation, invites applications for scholarship support from any student who has participated in one of their […]

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Photos & Videos: Hubert Smith, The Play

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:03:13 +0000

A play celebrating the life of legendary Bermudian musician Hubert Smith — best known for being the composer and singer of Bermuda is Another World – is presently running at the Fourways Inn, where it is set to continue until October 5th. “Hubert Smith: The Play” was spearheaded by Dale Butler, and the performers include […]

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Sompo & Willis Towers Watson Launch Platform

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 09:36:12 +0000

Bermuda-based Sompo Global Risk Solutions [GRS] has “entered into a strategic partnership” with Willis Towers Watson to “create an integrated insurance platform to serve the needs of the middle market commercial real estate segment.” The company said, “Sompo GRS offers comprehensive multi-line capabilities targeted to accounts in select industry verticals including hospitality, real estate, life […]

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Walker Arcade & The Calypso Building For Sale

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 12:25:45 +0000

The Walker Arcade and Calypso Building are for sale, with the two Hamilton properties comprising over 36,000 square feet. A spokesperson said, “Coldwell Banker is pleased to announce that they have received instructions to sell two of the cities most recognized commercial properties, The Walker Arcade and The Calypso Building. The two properties comprise over 36,000 […]

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Video: BFRS & RBR On Hurricane Preparedness

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 12 Oct 2019 02:40:50 +0000

Bernews hosted a News & Views panel discussion today [Oct 11], with Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service Divisional Officer Mark Taylor and Royal Bermuda Regiment Major Dwight Robinson discussing various aspects related to preparing for the approach of a hurricane and how their services respond during and after a storm. Strong winds swept across the […]

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Photos & Video: 2019 Remembrance Day Parade

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:36:33 +0000

[Updated with photos] Hundreds of people came out to honour war veterans and the fallen today [Nov 11] as the island marked Remembrance Day. The crowds lined Front Street near the Cenotaph at Cabinet Office as the small band of surviving veterans marched on parade alongside soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, and its Band […]

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Minister Caines Welcomes UK Defence Attaché

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 15:46:25 +0000

In advance of today’s launch of Bermuda’s first ever Coast Guard Unit, the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines, welcomed Air Vice Marshal Gavin Parker to the Ministry headquarters yesterday [Feb. 5] to discuss a number of matters under the national security umbrella. Air Vice Marshal Parker is the Defence Attaché and Head of British […]

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Photos: Premier & Minister Visit RBR Recruits

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:42:24 +0000

Premier David Burt and the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines visited this year’s newest Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] recruits during the annual camp training yesterday, Thirty-six trainees — including five from the Cayman Island Regiment — are participating in the first of two recruitment camps this year. During yesterday’s visit, the Premier and Minister […]

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Covid-19: Coast Guard On Patrol On Land & Sea

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:16:19 +0000

Coast Guard personnel from the Royal Bermuda Regiment were keeping tabs on boat movements and coastal areas. The soldiers mounted boat patrols around the island to enforce the Government’s shelter in place regulations on the water and on land. Corporal CJ Richardson, 32, who is in his third week of embodiment, said: “It’s pretty good […]

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Chefs & Medics Back Up Front Line Soldiers

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 11:38:24 +0000

Soldiers on the streets to enforce the state of emergency regulations are backed up by a support team based at Warwick Camp. Royal Bermuda Regiment chefs and medics are working overtime to keep about 200 soldiers fed and fit – part of the engine room of the Regiment that powers its large scale provision of […]

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Digicel & One Donate Cell Service To Soldiers

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 22:05:28 +0000

The island’s two biggest telecommunications companies have donated almost $30,000 worth of cell phone services to help soldiers on the Covid-19 frontline keep in touch with their loved ones. Digicel and One Communications said they decided to support the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s efforts to control the spread of the disease and give about 200 soldiers […]

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Emirates Team NZ & The AC Arrive In Auckland

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 05 Jul 2017 11:49:36 +0000

Emirates Team New Zealand landed in Auckland bringing the America’s Cup back to New Zealand after 14 years. “It’s fantastic to be home, we just so proud of being New Zealanders” said CEO Grant Dalton in front of hundreds of fans gathered at Auckland Airport for the team’s arrival. Emirates Team New Zealand were flown […]

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Video: Significance & Value Of Hosting AC35

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 06 Jul 2017 10:57:13 +0000

America’s Cup Bermuda Chairman Peter Durhager and CEO Mike Winfield outlined the long-term value and importance of Bermuda’s accomplishment in a post event overview, and said that “detailed analysis and economic and social impact reports will be forthcoming in October 2017.” The 24-minute live video replay is below: The statement from the ACBDA is below: Mr. […]

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Scott: Where Are Fintech Jobs & Opportunities?

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2018 15:02:19 +0000

The America’s Cup ”brought employment opportunities and significant economic benefits to Bermuda,” OBA Deputy Leader Leah Scott today, before asking “where are the jobs and economic opportunities” from Fintech. She went on to suggest that “Bermuda should request that the Government produce a preliminary economic assessment of the impact Fintech investment has had on our economy […]

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Police Remind Public: Don’t Drink & Drive

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 17:18:00 +0000

With people expected to be in a “celebratory mood” tomorrow [May 2] as the ‘Shelter in Place’ order expires, the Bermuda Police Service is reminding those who intend to consume alcohol not to get behind the wheel of a vehicle or ride a bike. A police spokesperson said, “With the lifting of the Shelter in […]

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Carlyle Group, T&D Acquire 76% Of Fortitude

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 29 Nov 2019 14:32:58 +0000

American International Group, Inc., The Carlyle Group and T&D Holdings announced that a newly created Carlyle-managed fund, together with T&D, have partnered to acquire from AIG a 76.6 percent ownership interest in Fortitude Group Holdings, whose group companies operate as Fortitude Re, for approximately $1.8 billion. “After closing, ownership interests in Fortitude Re will include […]

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Randall & Quilter Acquires Barbados Insurer

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 02 Jan 2020 12:38:10 +0000

Randall & Quilter Investment Holdings Ltd. [R&Q] announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary R&Q Re [Bermuda] Limited has completed the acquisition of the Barbados insurer, Distinguished Re Ltd, formerly known as the Saranac Insurance Company, Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Distinguished LLC. A spokesperson said, “Distinguished Re participated as a reinsurer of the capacity providers on […]

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R&Q Acquires Vigneron Insurance Company

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 13:21:02 +0000

Randall & Quilter Investment Holdings Ltd. [R&Q] has acquired the Montana captive insurer, Vigneron Insurance Company Inc. [VICI] from a wholly owned private investment holding company. “VICI underwrote deductible reimbursement policies to cover the obligations under insurance policies taken out by affiliated entities,” the company said. R&Q intends to merge VICI into R&Q’s Vermont captive consolidator […]

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Covéa Set To Buy PartnerRe In $9 Billion Deal

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 11:15:44 +0000

EXOR has entered into an MoU with French insurer Covéa in which they will acquire Bermuda-based reinsurer PartnerRe for a “total cash consideration of $9.0 billion plus a cash dividend of $50 million. The company said, “EXOR, one of Europe’s largest, diversified family-controlled holding companies, announces that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding […]

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Court: Man Denies Breaking Curfew & Theft

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 23:26:23 +0000

A St George’s man denied breaking curfew as well as a burglary charge in plea court on Friday. Jeshon Sullivan, 27, pleaded not guilty to taking a bottle of Chivas from a St George’s property on Thursday, April 15. He also pleaded not guilty to disobeying shelter-in-place regulations on the same date. The Crown counsel […]

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“Courts & Shorts Weekend” To Be Rescheduled

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 13 Mar 2020 19:07:35 +0000

Next month’s “Courts & Shorts Weekend” in Bermuda will be rescheduled following today’s suspension by the United States Tennis Association [USTA] of all its sanctioned products and events due to the global coronavirus crisis. The USTA and the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] are working to reschedule the two days of events—previously slated for April 3–4—for […]

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BTA On Closures, Tourism & Working Together

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 02:28:36 +0000

“To survive crippling losses, local tourism businesses are acting quickly to shut down non-essential operations—taking serious action to preserve cash,” BTA Interim CEO Glenn Jones said, adding that “negative cycles of expenditure are near-impossible to escape once begun, so it is prudent to act.” An email sent out by Mr Jones said, “The closure of Bermuda’s […]

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BTA: Temporary Salary & Workweek Reductions

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 16:00:14 +0000

The BTA is cutting spending across divisions and instituting temporary salary and workweek reductions; with employees taking a workweek reduction of one or two days with corresponding pay decreases, while C-suite executives will maintain their full workweek while having their salary cut. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is taking steps to counter […]

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Photos & Video: Boat Fire In Dockyard

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 12 Jan 2020 23:34:52 +0000

[Updated] Firefighters are on scene in the west end this evening [Jan 12] battling a blaze. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 8.06pm: The BFRS said, “At 6:27pm the BFRS received a call reporting a house boat on fire at the Dockyard in Sandys. “The BFRS responded […]

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30-Year-Old Arrested After Hit & Run Collision

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 15:49:55 +0000

A 30-year-old man was arrested in connection with a hit and run collision that occurred on January 10th on North Shore Road in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “A 30-year-old Pembroke man said to be the driver of a car that struck and injured a 31-year-old male motorcyclist around 2am Friday, January 10th on North […]

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Senior & Child Injured In Two Car Collision

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 14:26:27 +0000

An 81-year-old woman and 6-year-old boy were injured following a collision on Middle Road in Warwick yesterday morning [Jan 23]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 8:10am Thursday, January 23rd police and fellow first responders were dispatched to a reported two car collision on Middle Road in Warwick, near the junction with St. Mary’s Road. “It […]

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Truck & Motorcyclist Collision In Smith’s Parish

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 04 Feb 2020 16:25:32 +0000

[Updated] A serious collision has occurred in the Middle Road, Verdmont Road area of Smith’s parish, apparently involving a heavy truck and a motorcyclist. A police spokesperson said, “A reported serious collision has occurred in the Middle Road, Verdmont Road Smith’s parish area – apparently involving a heavy truck and a motorcyclist. “Motorists are advised […]

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History Highlights: Advising Government - The Story of TRB's Consensus and Advisory Studies

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 06:39:14 GMT

Coincidental to TRB's 1982 promotion to a stand-alone unit within the NRC and its acceptance of the responsibility to oversee consensus studies, Congress was working on an update to surface transportation legislation. The timing meant that TRB was not going to be able to ease into its new responsibilities. To learn the whole story, check out the latest release in the TRB History Highlights series. As part of the Centennial Celebration, TRB has initiated the History Highlights series that will regularly r...


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Questions For Directors Of Ohio's Departments Of Jobs And Family Services, Commerce

By tracking.feedpress.it
Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:22:50 +0000

This episode originally aired on April 24, 2020. Ohio’s unemployment rate has reached 11.6% due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 10th worst in the nation. Laid-off workers should be on the lookout for scams and schemes trying to swindle away unemployment benefits and federal stimulus checks.


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Coronavirus Doctor Q&A

By tracking.feedpress.it
Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 11:39:12 +0000

Today is the day Ohio hospitals can resume nonessential medical procedures that don’t require an overnight hospital stay, which were postponed last month as part of the state’s pandemic response. The Ohio Hospital Association estimates hospitals lose $1.2 billion every month that elective procedures are canceled.


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Questions For Directors Of Ohio's Departments Of Jobs And Family Services, Commerce

By tracking.feedpress.it
Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 11:46:44 +0000

This episode originally aired on April 24, 2020. Ohio’s unemployment rate has reached 11.6% due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 10th worst in the nation. Laid-off workers should be on the lookout for scams and schemes trying to swindle away unemployment benefits and federal stimulus checks.


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RFP: Practitioner's Guide to Bus Operator Workforce Management

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 04:43:45 GMT

TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) has issued a request for proposals to develop a comprehensive, evidenced-based guide for bus operator workforce management from pre-employment through retirement. The guide should present both best practices and innovative practices that enhance and sustain public transit and support bus operators who provide fixed-route, flexible-route, and on-demand services. Proposals are due August 11, 2020 at 5:00 PM Eastern.


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RFP: Practitioner's Guide to Bus Operator Workforce Management

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 04:43:45 GMT

TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) has issued a request for proposals to develop a comprehensive, evidenced-based guide for bus operator workforce management from pre-employment through retirement. The guide should present both best practices and innovative practices that enhance and sustain public transit and support bus operators who provide fixed-route, flexible-route, and on-demand services. Proposals are due August 11, 2020 at 5:00 PM Eastern.


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«Delivery Club вышел на миллион заказов в неделю»

By www.vedomosti.ru
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 22:03:36 +0300

Руководитель Delivery Club Гюванч Донмез считает, что пандемия ускорила выполнение планов компании


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Создателю проекта «Омбудсмен полиции» предъявили обвинение в вымогательстве

By www.vedomosti.ru
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 22:49:04 +0300


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Генсек ООН: пандемия коронавируса вызвала «цунами ненависти и ксенофобии» в мире

By www.vedomosti.ru
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 11:38:23 +0300


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