Following the news that an Argus subsidiary has entered into an agreement to purchase 36.9% of BF&M, Bermuda Health Council CEO Dr Ricky Brathwaite said that “while the transaction centers on company shares, we are monitoring the potential implications for the health insurance market and service provider consolidation.” Dr Brathwaite,... Read more of this article
The Government has released a 14-page guide about the new minimum wage which came into effect on June 1st 2023, marking the first time in Bermuda history that the island has had a minimum wage. The document notes, “If you are working in Bermuda, you are entitled to receive a minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40″ and explains that “the... Read more of this article
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: June... Read more of this article
Special Olympics Bermuda today announced the Delegation selected to travel to the upcoming 2023 World Summer Games in Berlin, Germany [‘B23’] . A spokesperson said, “Special Olympics Bermuda, Registered Charity # 972, was formed with a mission to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition opportunities in a variety of Olympic-type... Read more of this article
“June is the month when we honour our National Heroes: those who have given extraordinary contributions resulting in the betterment of our country and citizenry, ” Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Senator Owen Darrell said. Speaking today [June 7] in the Senate, the Minister said, “June is the month when we honour our National... Read more of this article
A 28-year-old man has been transported to hospital after a two vehicle collision in Paget today [June 7]. A police spokesperson said that there was a “Around 9:54 a.m. today, Wednesday, June 7th, 2023, police received a report of a collision involving two motor cars on South Road near the junction with Harvey Road in Paget. “Details surrounding... Read more of this article
“It is absolutely crucial for the Premier and Minister of Finance, David Burt, to exercise greater caution when developing the digital asset industry,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. Mr. Simons said, “The U.S Security Exchange Commission [SEC] recently took action against Binance and their founder, Changpeng Zhao, filing 13 charges... Read more of this article
[Updated] “BF&M is disappointed by the announcement from Camellia that it will sell its 36.9 percent ownership interest in the Company to Argus, a direct competitor,” BF&M said. The statement from BF&M follows after it was announced that an Argus subsidiary has entered into an agreement to purchase a 36.9% shareholding in... Read more of this article
[Updated with live audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [June 7], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the National Heroes Day Celebrations 2023, Special Olympics 2023, Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] Order 2023 and Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage Entitlement] Regulations 2023, and the Bermuda Monetary Authority... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the winners of their National Young Reporters for the Environment [YRE] Competition. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is proud to announce the winners of our National Young Reporters for the Environment [YRE] Competition. ‘Exposing Marine Pollution’... Read more of this article
Argus subsidiary to purchase 36.9% of BF&M, three people injured and one person in ICU, Ministry ‘working diligently’ to repair potholes, Keisha Allen-Smith speaks at Black Mental Health event, SDG Disrupter Summit set for June 8th, top optimist sailors to compete overseas and Wallpaper Wednesday features onion with a rainbow flag are some... Read more of this article
[Updated] Three people were injured in a two motorcycle collision on Mullet Bay Road in St. George’s this afternoon [June 6], with a 69-year-old U.S. male visitor in the ICU with injuries that “deemed to be life threatening.” A police spokesperson said, “At 3:20pm Tuesday, 6th June 2023, police and emergency medical personnel were dispatched... Read more of this article
Some of Bermuda’s top optimist sailors will compete in a number of regattas this summer, including the World Championship, North American Championship and European Championship Regattas. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association is pleased to announce the sailors taking part and representing Bermuda at overseas International... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] Johnny Barnes, the Bermuda Racing-owned thoroughbred, who enjoyed a successful four-year racing career, has died aged 11. Named after the island’s legendary well-wisher, who died aged 93 in 2016, the four-legged Johnny Barnes was the first horse purchased by Bermuda Racing for €310,000 [about $415,000] in December 2013. Trained... Read more of this article
Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch says that the Government is “fully aware of the impact that the recent heavy rainfall has had on our roadways” and that the Ministry is “actively addressing this issue.” Minister Burch said, “We are fully aware of the impact that the recent heavy rainfall has had on our roadways,... Read more of this article
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: June... Read more of this article
A Bermudian sailor who died “after he was pursued by a white mob in one of the UK’s worst outbreaks of racist violence” back in 1919 will have a a permanent headstone placed on his grave. A BBC story said, “A sailor who died after he was pursued by a white mob in one of the UK’s worst outbreaks of racist violence is to have... Read more of this article
[Updated] An Argus subsidiary has entered into an agreement to purchase a 36.9% shareholding in the BF&M insurance company for $100 million, with Argus noting that “we would not expect this transaction to result in BF&M changing its service, contracts or personnel.” In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, Argus Group Holdings... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Innovation & Technology Association [BITA] is partnering with Bermuda Asset Management [BAM] and BridgingTheGap Ventures for an “inspired blue economy experience” at the upcoming SDG Disrupter Summit, with 50 free spots for young people between the ages of 17 and 35. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Innovation &... Read more of this article
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: June... Read more of this article
Argus subsidiary to purchase 36.9% of BF&M, three people injured and one person in ICU, Ministry ‘working diligently’ to repair potholes, Keisha Allen-Smith speaks at Black Mental Health event, SDG Disrupter Summit set for June 8th, top optimist sailors to compete overseas and Wallpaper Wednesday features onion with a rainbow flag are some... Read more of this article
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: June... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey League season got underway at the PCC Hockey Rink with a total of 24 goals scored. Southampton Sailors 4 Tuckers Town Tropics 8 In the opener, the Tuckers Town Tropics defeated the Southampton Sailors 8 – 4. The Tuckers Town Tropics got four goals from Matthew Benson, Pete Brodsky, Doug Lynch, John Morran, and Kyan Oakley... Read more of this article
Following after her win in the first leg of the 635 nautical mile Bermuda One-Two Yacht race – when Cole Brauer became the first woman to ever win in the race’s 46 year history – she will add Catherine Chimney as crew for the race back to Rhode Island, making for a fully female-crew for the entire race. Cole Brauer traveling into... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kovin Moodley, the Bermuda women’s hockey team coach, has announced his squad for the Central American and Caribbean Games. Bermuda have named a squad of 16 players, plus two travelling reserves, for their CAC Games campaign in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. They have been grouped with Barbados, the Dominican Republic... Read more of this article
Following the news that an Argus subsidiary has entered into an agreement to purchase 36.9% of BF&M, Bermuda Health Council CEO Dr Ricky Brathwaite said that “while the transaction centers on company shares, we are monitoring the potential implications for the health insurance market and service provider consolidation.” Dr Brathwaite,... Read more of this article
The Government has released a 14-page guide about the new minimum wage which came into effect on June 1st 2023, marking the first time in Bermuda history that the island has had a minimum wage. The document notes, “If you are working in Bermuda, you are entitled to receive a minimum hourly wage rate of $16.40″ and explains that “the... Read more of this article
“It is absolutely crucial for the Premier and Minister of Finance, David Burt, to exercise greater caution when developing the digital asset industry,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. Mr. Simons said, “The U.S Security Exchange Commission [SEC] recently took action against Binance and their founder, Changpeng Zhao, filing 13 charges... Read more of this article
Clearwater Middle School announced its “last-ever Talent-No Talent show, scheduled to take place on Friday [June 9] at 6.30pm in the school Gymnasium.” A spokesperson said, “This event promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, and most importantly, a chance to support a worthy cause. “The Talent-No Talent show will... Read more of this article
Veteran reggae and dancehall DJ David Rodigan and South Sudanese reggae-dancehall artist Dynamq are set to perform in Bermuda at the ‘World Class’ party event taking place on Saturday [June 10]. A spokesperson said, “Veteran reggae and dancehall DJ, David Rodigan – in what is believed to be his ‘last hurrah’ in international touring... Read more of this article
‘Same World,’ an exhibition by Masterworks’ 2023 Artist in Residence Jordan Carey, has opened, with two upcoming workshops on Sunday, June 11 and Saturday, June 17. A spokesperson said, “This past Friday, June 2, Same World, an exhibition by Masterworks’ 2023 Artist in Residence Jordan Carey, opened in the Rick Faries Gallery.... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the winners of their National Young Reporters for the Environment [YRE] Competition. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is proud to announce the winners of our National Young Reporters for the Environment [YRE] Competition. ‘Exposing Marine Pollution’... Read more of this article
Climate and environment “game-changers” have been invited to attend a networking event as part of a fundraiser for Keep Bermuda Beautiful. The event will be held at The Cloud at The Waterfront on Pitt’s Bay Road from 3 pm to 6 pm on Saturday, June 24. The event flyer reads: “Our plan is to create an inspiring networking event bringing together... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Innovation & Technology Association [BITA] is partnering with Bermuda Asset Management [BAM] and BridgingTheGap Ventures for an “inspired blue economy experience” at the upcoming SDG Disrupter Summit, with 50 free spots for young people between the ages of 17 and 35. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Innovation &... Read more of this article
The police perform 315 F checks along Crow Lane between 9:45pm Saturday and 12:10am Sunday, and ”there were 400 motorist engagements resulting in four arrests for outstanding warrants, four traffic tickets issued for no driver’s licence, one arrest on suspicion of possessing a controlled drug, and one arrest for possession of drug equipment.” A... Read more of this article
The police said they are “aware of a voice-note accompanied by video clips warning residents to be aware of an individual suspected of breaking into properties on Second Avenue, Pembroke.” A police spokesperson said, “A report has been received from a member of the public and investigation has commenced. “Anyone with any information... Read more of this article
[Updated] From 1st January until 31st May 2023, 117 motorists were arrested for impaired driving and since the start of Operation Vega in July 2021, a total of 10,014 traffic tickets have been issued, the police said today. In providing an update on the latest period of Operation Vega, Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell, Tactical Operations Division, said,... Read more of this article
“It is absolutely crucial for the Premier and Minister of Finance, David Burt, to exercise greater caution when developing the digital asset industry,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. Mr. Simons said, “The U.S Security Exchange Commission [SEC] recently took action against Binance and their founder, Changpeng Zhao, filing 13 charges that include operating... Read more of this article
“This is an important step in ensuring that the people of Bermuda stay informed and safe during times of national emergency,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is proud to announce that Bermuda’s emergency radio station 100.1fm is now available on the http://www.gov.bm... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Bermuda onion with a rainbow flag to mark Pride Month. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check... Read more of this article
A 28-year-old man has been transported to hospital after a two vehicle collision in Paget today [June 7]. A police spokesperson said that there was a “Around 9:54 a.m. today, Wednesday, June 7th, 2023, police received a report of a collision involving two motor cars on South Road near the junction with Harvey Road in Paget. “Details surrounding... Read more of this article
[Updated] Three people were injured in a two motorcycle collision on Mullet Bay Road in St. George’s this afternoon [June 6], with a 69-year-old U.S. male visitor in the ICU with injuries that “deemed to be life threatening.” A police spokesperson said, “At 3:20pm Tuesday, 6th June 2023, police and emergency medical personnel were dispatched... Read more of this article
The police are renewing their appeal for information regarding a single vehicle collision on Crow Lane on Sunday [May 28] which resulted in a 44-year-old man being in the ICU with “injuries which have been deemed life threatening.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], is renewing its appeal for information regarding... Read more of this article
