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60th Anniversary Theatre Boycott Quiz Winner

On July 18th, there was a presentation made to the winner of the 60th Anniversary of the Theatre Boycott Quiz at the One Communication’s Church Street outlet, which is very near the site where crowds gathered peacefully during that transformative chapter, 60 years ago. Speaker Dennis Lister, Helene Stephenson, Senator Joan Dillas Wright, Glenn Fubler, […]

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Appleby Announces Award & Bursary Recipients

For the last 40 years, the partners of Appleby have provided awards and bursaries to qualified Bermudian applicants who have demonstrated academic excellence within the legal field, community outreach and extracurricular activities. The year’s Legal Education award, valued at $30,000, is awarded to Karim Creary, a graduate from St. Lawrence University who has been a […]

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39th Annual Sports Awards On March 14th

The Department of Youth, Sport and Recreation, will be hosting the 39th Annual Sports Awards on March 14th, 2020. The theme of this year’s ceremony is Ceremony, “United Through Sports.” Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo said, “We would like to encourage the public to come out and support our sports heroes at […]

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Annapolis To Bermuda Ocean Race This June

The 2020 Mustang Survival Annapolis To Bermuda [A2B] Race will be held this June, marking the 22nd running of the sailing race, which started in 1979. According to the Bermuda Ocean Race website, “2020 will mark the 22nd running of the race, started in 1979 and moved to a biennial event in 1980. “The A2B […]

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Comet Class Holds Annual Prize Giving

The Comet Class Yacht Racing Association of Bermuda [CCYRA] held its annual prize giving at the Mid-Atlantic Boat & Sports Club on Saturday, January 18, with a number of sailors receiving cups, medals, and certificates for their competitive efforts. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations, compliments and future challenges marked the Comet Class Yacht Racing Association of […]

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Annapolis To Bermuda Ocean Race Cancelled

The 2020 Annapolis To Bermuda Race — that was scheduled to be held in June — has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. According to the Bermuda Ocean Race website, “It is with a heavy heart that the Organizing Authority for the 2020 Mustang Survival Annapolis to Bermuda Ocean Race announces it has cancelled […]

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Volleyball Teams Announced For Island Games

The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] has qualified 2 men’s and 2 women’s beach volleyball teams for the 2019 NatWest Island Games to be held on the island of Gibraltar from July 6-13, 2019. The NatWest Island Games brings together twenty four Island Nations and represents a unique opportunity for Bermuda to compete on a world […]

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Photos/Results: Annual Cupmatch Pilot Gig Race

The annual Cupmatch Pilot Gig Race for the Raines Family Trophy was held on Thursday morning, the first day of Cupmatch. Pilot Gig James T Griffiths, bearing the Somerset flag and Pilot Gig Jemmy Darrell, bearing the St Georges flag, rowed out to Ferry reach for a start off Stone Crusher Corner at 9am. James […]

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Hall Named To Delmarva Anniversary Team

Baseball player Adam Hall has been named to the Delmarva Shorebirds Silver Anniversary Team, marking him as one of the club’s best players over the past 25 years. The club’s official website said, “Time for one last definitive look at our Shorebirds Silver Anniversary Team. “This ultimate Shorebirds lineup is made up of the nine […]

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New Book By Dr. Mandy-Suzanne Wong

Bermudian author Dr. Mandy-Suzanne Wong’s new Bermuda-based novel was published on October 11 by Regal House Publishing. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Regal House Publishing is a traditional, independent publisher with worldwide distribution and several award-winning titles. Jaynie Royal, CEO and Editor-in-Chief of RHP, said, “Our editors selected Drafts of a Suicide Note for its […]

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ICC Men’s Cricket National Squad Announced

The Bermuda Cricket Board today [Nov 20] announced the 15-person squad that will take part in the first series of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Challenge League B against Hong Kong, Italy, Jersey, Kenya, and Uganda. The series, taking place between December 1 and December 13 in Al Amarat City Muscat, Oman is the […]

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National Cricket Training Squad Announced

The Bermuda Cricket Board today [Feb 12] announced the squad that will train in the hopes to be selected for the 2020 Men’s National Cricket Team. In a meeting on Tuesday night, BCB president, Lloyd Smith outlined requirements of the training squad in front of the players, the board’s new executive members, high-performance committee, Selection […]

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Photos: 32nd Annual Night Of Champions

The Bermuda Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation [BBBFF] hosted their 32nd Annual Night of Champions tonight [Aug 10] at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall in Hamilton. Shannon Douglas won the Bikini Division while Joy Eve won the Figure Division, and Melissa Smith won the Women’s Physique Division. Antonio Soares won the Men’s Bodybuilding Division […]

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Photo Set #2: 32nd Annual Night Of Champions

The Bermuda Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation [BBBFF] hosted their 32nd Annual Night of Champions on Saturday [Aug 10] at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall in Hamilton. Visiting IFBB Pro League Judge Rudy Jambrosic was Head Judge, and he was joined by Sabrina Burgess, Paul DeCouto, Carl Neblett, Sandra Simons, Monica Teixeira and Carrie […]

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Hannover Re Walk/Run Set For November 24

Hannover Re [Bermuda] Ltd. and Friends of Hospice are once again partnering to host the Friends of Hospice/Hannover Re Walk/Run featuring a 5K, 10K, and half-marathon run, as well as a 5K and 10K walk, on November 24 at 7.30am at the Tucker Property on South Shore Road. A spokesperson said, “Hannover Re [Bermuda] Ltd. […]

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Photos & Results: 2019 Hannover Re Road Race

[Updated with photos] The Friends of Hospice / Hannover Re Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Road Races took place this past weekend, Sammy DeGraff and Sarah Thompson won the Half Marathon Titles, Ryan Outerbridge and Laura Knox-Clingerman claimed the 10K titles, and Kahzi Sealey and Jezhari Talbot are the  5K Champions. DeGraff put in a surge […]

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Video: Govt Announce ‘Phased Reopening’

[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 29] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: Premier David Burt tweeted, “We have received 636 more Covid-19 test results. […]

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Annabelle Collins Is Heading To 2020 Olympics

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation advised that the Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] has “now confirmed that Bermuda is eligible to compete with one individual athlete/horse dressage combination at the upcoming 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.” “Although Annabelle and her the 11 year old Stallion, Joyero VG, have already achieved the requisite qualifying scores for the 2020 Olympics, […]

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BILTIR Announces 11% Membership Growth

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] has announced that membership grew by 11% in 2019. A spokesperson said, “The number of companies joining BILTIR, which represents the island’s long-term insurers and reinsurers who provide life and annuity products such as pensions, grew from 55 to 61 this year. “Five reinsurance companies – Fortitude […]

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Hamilton Announce ILS Platform Developments

Hamilton Insurance Group Ltd today [Jan 7] announced that its insurance-linked securities [ILS] platform has a new name and a new lead executive. A spokesperson said, “Formerly called Hamilton Capital Partners, the platform is now Hamilton ILS. Hanni Ali moves from his role as Senior Vice President, Risk & Analytics, Hamilton Re, Ltd., to the […]

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ABIR Announces New Leadership Appointments

The Association of Bermuda Insurers & Reinsurers [ABIR] today [Jan 8] announced a slate of new leadership appointments of member-company industry executives. Edward Mishambi of RenaissanceRe will become Chair of ABIR’s Policy Committee. The committee reviews insurance regulation in Bermuda and overseas, international regulatory standards, public policy in Bermuda, US natural disaster policy and regulation, […]

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New Insurer For Crypto, Cannabis Businesses

Premier David Burt announced that Relm, an insurer that specializes in emerging business categories, has been granted a license by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA]. A Government spokesperson said, “The new business, which is led by CEO Joe Ziolkowski and Operations Vice President Keyla Roman, is owned by Deltec International Group, a Bahamas-headquartered independent financial […]

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HSBC & TEDS Annual Feeding Programme

In partnership with The Eliza DoLittle Society [TEDS], an estimated 400 staff members of HSBC Bermuda are getting set to volunteer to help cook hot meals at St. John’s Church Hall and distribute grocery hampers to members of the community. A spokesperson said, “In partnership with The Eliza DoLittle Society, HSBC Bermuda’s workforce strive to […]

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Bermuda Bicycle Association Announce Awards

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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Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On August 19

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 19] and is open to any boys and girls under the age of 17. It is free to enter and fishing starts at 8.30am. Prizes are up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the […]

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Annual Tropical Fish Show Set For Tomorrow

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society will stage its annual Tropical Fish Show tomorrow [Nov 17] from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the Botanical Garden’s Horticultural Hall in Paget. A spokesperson said, “We know many Bermudians have fish tanks in their homes and we encourage them to come out and see Bermuda’s best fish. There is no […]

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Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On Sunday

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 18] and is open to any boy or girl under the age of 17. It’s free to enter. A spokesperson said, “Fishing starts at 8.30am and every child who has entered the event and who comes to the weigh station west […]

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Annual Tropical Fish Show Set For Tomorrow

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society will hold its annual Tropical Fish Show tomorrow [Nov 16] from 10.00am to 4.00pm at the First Baptist Church in Devonshire. The event poster says, “Come and see Bermuda’s most beautiful and unusual fish on display and in competition. “Show your own best fish. Entry forms are available on fryangle.com […]

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Photos & Results: Annual Tropical Fish Show

The Bermuda Fry-Angle Aquarium Society held its annual Tropical Fish Show on Saturday [Nov 16] at the First Baptist Church in Devonshire. This year’s winners include: Jefferson Colby Sousa – Best in Show, Best Reserve, Best Cichlid in Show, Best Catfish, Best in Division 4. Lori Dunstan – Best Livebearers, Anabantoids & True Bony Fishes […]

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Joanna Frith Joins BE Solar As Sales Director

Joanna Frith has joined the team at BE Solar as their new sales director, where “she will be working to develop customized project scopes for residential and commercial solar electric systems in addition to energy efficiency and battery storage projects. Joanna will focus on assisting existing clients while recruiting new clients for BE Solar.” A […]

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‘Finger’ Clean Up Planned For November 28th

Clean-up work will take place on ‘The Finger’ in St. David’s, starting at 9.00am on November 28th and motorists should expect to see trucks moving between Clearwater Beach and the Airport Dump, the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is advising motorists of upcoming further clean-up works to take place on […]

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Special Meeting Marks City’s 225th Anniversary

Escorted by Town Crier Ed Christopher, Mayor Charles Gosling and his City Council attended their first meeting of 2020 on this, the 225th anniversary of the Corporation of Hamilton. On January 8th, 1795, the freeholders of the then town of Hamilton came together and held the very first democratic elections. Hosted by a newly refurbished […]

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CURB On Mary Prince Day & Planned Statue

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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Column: Anniversary Of 1981 General Strike

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] During the press conference on Friday, May 1, Premier David Burt reminded us that Government is collaborating with the Opposition in response to the multiple challenges of the pandemic. To reinforce that point, he invited Opposition Leader Craig Cannonier to share remarks. Responding to a reporter’s question, the Premier admitted, […]

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Photos: 38th Annual Labour Day Banquet

The Bermuda Industrial Union [BIU] hosted the 38th annual Labour Day Banquet tonight [Aug 30] at the Fairmont Southampton. The event started with a cocktail party followed by a dinner where the keynote speaker was Dr. Michael Charles, General Secretary of the Bermuda Union of Teachers. The Bermuda Trade Union Congress [BTUC] will be hosting […]

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BIFF Announces 2020 Feature Film Line-Up

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: Joanne Ball-Burgess “Body Drop”

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

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Photo Set II: Annual Pedal For Paralympics

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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Fidelis Announces Appointment Of John Symms

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

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

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

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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Argo Announce Board Of Directors Nominees

Argo Group International Holdings announced the nominations of Dr. Bernard C. Bailey & Fred R. Donner to stand for election to the company’s board of directors at Argo’s annual shareholder meeting on April 16, 2020. A spokesperson said, “Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. an international underwriter of specialty insurance and reinsurance products in the property and […]

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AXIS Announces Retirement Of Michael Butt

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced today that Michael Butt, Chairman of the Board of Directors, will retire from the Company, effective September 16, 2020. “A co-founder of AXIS and member of the Insurance Hall of Fame, Mr. Butt is a recognized industry leader who is credited for his instrumental role in establishing Bermuda as one […]

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Everest Announces Senior Leadership Changes

Everest Re Group, Ltd. announced that Sanjoy Mukherjee will transition from his Bermuda role on April 1 and return to his full time duties as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Everest Re Group, Ltd. The company said, “Everest Re Group announced today that Sanjoy Mukherjee, Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, and current Managing […]

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Argus Announces Retirement Of Steinhoff

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Argus Group Holdings Limited announced retirement as a Director of Mr. Robert David Steinhoff with effect from March 20, 2020. Related Stories Argus Appoints Simmons As Director Argus Group Appoints David Brown As Director Argus Group Reports Net Profit Of $8.2 Million Argus CFO Retires: Dunkerley To […]

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Walkers Announces Addition Of Adam Bathgate

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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AXA XL Announces New Leadership Team

AXA XL has announced a new leadership team and proposed changes to the operating model of its insurance business following a strategic review. A spokesperson said, “Key proposed changes to the operating model include the creation of a single global insurance Underwriting Function and the establishment of three geographical Business Units across the Americas, Eurasia, […]

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MS Society 3rd Annual Swimathon On March 7

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda will be hosting their annual swimathon on March 7th at the Aquatics Centre from 10 am to 2 pm. A spokesperson said, “The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda is hosting our annual Swimathon on Saturday, March 7th 2020 at the Aquatics Centre [National Sports Centre] from 10 am to […]

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Ascendant Group Announces 1st Quarter Results

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX], Ascendant Group Limited’s announced results for the first three months of 2020. The full filing stated: “Ascendant Group Limited, a publicly traded provider of energy and energy-related services, today announced results for the first quarter of 2020, with core earnings of $4.1 million, or $0.42/share, compared […]

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