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Colin Kaepernick Announces His Plan To Help Minorities Get Through COVID-19

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 15:30:00 EDT

He's kicking it off with six figures of his own cash.


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NBA Player Bismack Biyombo Donates $1 Million In Supplies For COVID-19

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 08:30:00 EDT

He's helping his country, the DR Congo, fight the pandemic


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How Rikers Island Jail Guards Are Falling Victim to COVID-19

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 16:48:00 EDT



The facility’s inmates and employees are vulnerable.


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Black Businesses May Suffer Under COVID-19 Relief Package

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:08:00 EDT



Minority-owned businesses are being shut out.


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NYC First Lady To Head Racial Disparity COVID-19 Task Force

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:16:00 EDT



The city is seeing disproportionate cases among minorities.


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Senegalese Lab Uses Expertise To Develop COVID-19 Test

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:53:00 EDT



The African nation has vast experience fighting diseases.


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Prince George’s County Feeling Spread Of COVID-19

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:08:00 EDT



Despite affluence, the county is suffering with the virus.


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Michelle Obama, Susan Rice Brought In For D.C. COVID-19 Help

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 13:21:00 EDT



They will contribute to the nation’s capital’s response


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CDC Study Shows How COVID-19 Has Hit Black Georgians

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:51:00 EDT



Data from eight area hospitals shows the intense effect


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Meet The Scientist Working To Find A COVID-19 Vaccine

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 14:17:00 EDT



She is leading the research team dedicated to saving lives.


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COVID-19 Exposes America’s Educational Inequities

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Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 14:52:00 EDT



Dr. Tanjii Reed Marshall says we must step for our kids.


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Sen Kamala Harris Intros Bill For COVID-19 Task Force

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Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 15:10:49 EDT



The group brings experts and policy makers together


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BET Reports On COVID-19 Updates, Facts And The News You Need

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Published On :: Mon, 4 May 2020 17:32:00 EDT



Information on how coronavirus is impacting Black lives.


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Covid-19: World Triathlon Bermuda Postponed

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 12:56:00 +0000

[Updated] The International Triathlon Union has decided to suspend all activities until the 30th April, which includes the event which was set to be held in Bermuda next month. A spokesperson said, “In the light of the rapid spread worldwide of COVID-19, the Executive Board of the International Triathlon Union has decided to suspend all […]

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Covid-19: Peppercorn Ceremony Cancelled

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:45:47 +0000

The annual Peppercorn Ceremony – which was scheduled to take place on April 22nd — has been cancelled due to Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George [CSG] would like to inform the public that the annual Peppercorn Ceremony that was scheduled to take place 22nd April has been cancelled due to Covid-19. A […]

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Pow Wow 2020 Cancelled Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:37:12 +0000

The St. David’s Islanders and Native Community has cancelled its bi-annual Pow Wow, which was set for June 6 and June 7, due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The St. David’s Islanders and Native Community has cancelled its bi-annual Pow Wow which was set for June 6 and June 7, as the […]

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Covid-19: Clarien Bank Lowers Lending Rates

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:54:29 +0000

In response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, Clarien Bank says that it understand that its “continued operations and financial support are essential to the health of our society.” A spokesperson said, “Clarien appreciates the gravity of the coronavirus pandemic [Covid-19] and the impact it is having globally, as well as directly here on our community. […]

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Covid-19: Clarien Provides New Digital Platform

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Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 17:58:10 +0000

In an effort to mitigate the spread of the Covid-19 virus, Clarien has launched a digital client support portal, which received a significant number of submissions to date since launching earlier this week. A spokesperson said, “Clarien is pleased to report that the Covid-19 digital support portal has received a significant number of submissions to […]

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Covid-19: Butterfield To Reduce Banking Hours

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 18:42:41 +0000

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today [March 23] announced that it will reduce its banking hours at all three Banking Centres in Bermuda during the Covid-19 period. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today announced that it will reduce its banking hours at all three Banking Centres […]

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Covid-19: HSBC Bermuda To Donate $180,000

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Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 15:15:04 +0000

HSBC Bermuda will be donating a total of $180,000 to support those impacted by Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “The bank is adopting a broad based, community support approach in recognition of the increasing pressures currently facing the charitable sector, as they work to assist a number of local residents negatively impacted by the global pandemic. […]

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Kappa Classic Postponed Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 22:02:30 +0000

The 2020 Kappa Classic has been postponed due to the concerns surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “On behalf of the Men of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Bermuda Alumni Chapter we have made the decision to postpone and reschedule the Kappa Classic 2020 due to the health concerns surrounding the Corona virus [Covid-19]. “The […]

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Corona League Postponed Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:01:25 +0000

As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues, the Corona League board has decided to postpone the Corona Football League until it is deemed safe to resume. Corona League President Mike McGrath said, “The board has taken time to review the continually changing events both in Bermuda and worldwide regarding the Covid-19 pandemic so that we could […]

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Covid-19: BFA Suspend Football Season

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 01:08:36 +0000

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the suspension of “all football inclusive of Youth, Senior and National Academy / Teams matches and activities” due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is very much cognizant of the current situation involving the Covid-19 [coronavirus] and the impact on our communities and the actions […]

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Covid-19: Cricket Board Cancel Camps, Training

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:19:23 +0000

The Bermuda Cricket Board has canceled/postponed the Pee Wee Clinic, the Easter Action Cricket Camp, and the weekly Senior National Team training due to the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Due to the uncertainties of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Executive of the BCB has decided to cancel both the Pee Wee Clinic and the […]

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Covid-19: BCB 2020 Cricket Season Update

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Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:52:14 +0000

As a result of the current pandemic Covid-19, the Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board has been meeting [virtually] to discuss possible changes in operation for the 2020 cricket season. A spokesperson said, “Once the Bermuda Government advises the public that we can go back to operations as normal, notice will be given on the […]

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Skyport Magic Mile Cancelled Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Sun, 15 Mar 2020 22:10:47 +0000

The Skyport Magic Mile has been cancelled as a precaution due to health concerns regarding Covid-19. The event is organized by the Bermuda Pacers Track Club and sanctioned by the Bermuda National Athletics Association featuring more than 500 young people aged four to 15 years old participating each year in their respective age groups. It […]

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Covid-19: Second Day Of Drive Through Testing

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 21:32:51 +0000

[Updated] Bermuda’s drive through testing is in its second day, Premier David Burt said, adding that they tested 74 people yesterday, and the goal is test 120 at the location today. Premier Burt tweeted the photo below, saying: “Just received a photo of Bermuda’s drive through testing which has started up for the 2nd day. This […]

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Video: Dr Michael Ashton Q&A On Covid-19

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:33:34 +0000

Dr Michael Ashton, the Bermuda Hospitals Board Chief of Medicine and Infectious Diseases Specialist, held a Q&A session on the ‘Patients 1st’ social media account this weekend, providing his expertise on a wide range of topics related to Covid-19. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we are doing our best to […]

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Column: Steroids During Covid-19 Pandemic

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 10:34:01 +0000

[Column written by Dr. Annabel Fountain] There are multiple conditions that are associated with elevated steroid levels either through treatment or the body making excess steroids from the adrenal glands. This article is to bring awareness that if you’re on steroids your immune system may not cope as well as others if you come into […]

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Premier Confirms Sixth Covid-19 Related Death

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:00:23 +0000

[Updated] Premier David Burt confirmed that a senior citizen has died due to Covid-19, which marks the sixth Covid-19 related death in Bermuda. Early this morning, Premier Burt tweeted, “Earlier I was informed about the passing of a senior citizen due to Covid-19. This death marks the sixth Covid-19 related death in Bermuda. This is […]

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Covid-19: Over 3 Million Cases Worldwide

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:43:08 +0000

With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has — as of this morning [April 27] — now surpassed three million, with the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we […]

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Governor Visits New Covid-19 Testing Centre

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 10:44:52 +0000

[Updated with video] Yesterday, Governor John Rankin and Deputy Governor Alison Crocket visited the newly launched testing centre for essential workers at Southside, St David’s. While there they observed the process – while maintaining social distancing – and thanked all of the staff for their critical work. Governor Rankin said, “I visited the testing centre […]

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Video: Bernews Covid-19 Discussion Episode 2

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 17:14:36 +0000

The impact of the pandemic on business and tourism, last night’s press conference, and what role the banks can play in assisting our economic situation were among the topics discussed during Bernews’ second episode in a special series about the Covid-19 pandemic, which is hosted by Eron Hill and Ryan Robinson Perinchief, with business owner Mr. […]

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Essential Workers Covid-19 Testing Schedule

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:35:49 +0000

The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new schedule for essential workers requiring Covid-19 testing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new swabbing schedule for essential workers requiring COVID-19 testing. “Effective now through Friday, May 1, essential workers can schedule their appointment […]

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Video: Bernews Covid-19 Discussion Episode 3

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 22:49:01 +0000

Dr. Henry Dowling and Dr. Ronda James joined hosts Eron Hill and Ryan Robinson Perinchief for Bernews’ third episode in a special series about the Covid-19 pandemic, with today’s broadcast marking the first live iteration of the series. The series will continue every Tuesday and Thursday, and will be streaming on Bernews Facebook page, YouTube channel […]

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Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19

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Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 20:30:42 +0000

[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [May 1] 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 7.50pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Today there […]

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Government Confirm Seventh Covid-19 Death

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Published On :: Sat, 02 May 2020 22:09:13 +0000

The Government has confirmed that Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19-related death today, taking the total number of Covid-19 related deaths to seven. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is saddened to confirm that, regrettably, Bermuda has experienced another COVID-19-related death today. This now takes the total number of COVID-19 deaths to seven. The Minister […]

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Online Covid-19 Tool ‘HealthIQ’ Released

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Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 12:22:27 +0000

The Health Council announced the release of HealthIQ, which they said is a “simple online tool that will help us as a community in our efforts to progress from phase one through phase four of Covid-19 restrictions.” A spokesperson said, “Each member of the public is encouraged to go to HealthIQ.bm and enter information about […]

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Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19

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Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 20:35:26 +0000

The Government is holding a press conference this evening [May 4] 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 6.56pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Between yesterday and […]

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Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:30:02 +0000

[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [May 6] 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 7.23pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Today there […]

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Video: Dr Weldon On Bermuda’s Covid-19 Testing

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:21:49 +0000

Dr. Carika Weldon attended the Government press briefing held on Wednesday [May 6] in order to provide a scientific overview of Bermuda’s Covid-19 testing. As of yesterday [May 7], Bermuda had completed 3,719 tests, with 118 positive results and 3,601 negative results. Of the 118 positive results, 61 people have recovered and, sadly, seven people […]

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Updates: Covid-19 On Saturday, May 9th

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 23:40:29 +0000

[Updating] As the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic continues to affect countries around the globe with over 230,000 deaths worldwide, and sadly the island has now recorded seven Covid-19 related deaths. Live updates will be posted as they come in, encompassing both the public and private sectors, and if you have relevant information, please email info@bernews.com. Further information can […]

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BBA Postpones Awards Party Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 15:09:27 +0000

Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA] has decided to postpone its annual awards party and MTB prize giving, which was scheduled for tomorrow [March 15]. A spokesperson said, “Following the suggestion of the Bermuda Government and the Department of Youth, Sport & Recreation that events with more than 50 participants […]

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Karting: BKC Postpones Event Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:43:00 +0000

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Karting Club has decided to postponed its “Double Header” event which was originally scheduled for March 21 [Saturday] and March 22 [Sunday] at the RUBiS Southside Raceway. In an online post, the Bermuda Karting Club said, “With a heavy heart, we understand the government’s decision to ban […]

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Museum To Temporarily Close Due To Covid-19

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 19:02:12 +0000

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] will be temporarily closing effective tomorrow [March 17] saying their “goal is to do everything we can to curb the spread within our community.” A spokesperson said, “At the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB], the wellbeing and safety of our visitors, staff and community are our number one priority. […]

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Photos: BHB Sets Up Tent For Covid-19 Testing

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 13:40:43 +0000

As part of their preparations for possible Covid-19 cases, the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has set up a tent in order to test processes. “The tent was set up to test our processes for separation of patients presenting with possible Covid-19. It hasn’t had to be used for actual patients yet,” a BHB spokesperson explained. […]

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BSX On Covid-19 & Business Continuity

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Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:09:08 +0000

The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] provided information about their plans for business continuity amidst the global Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [“BSX” or “Exchange”] today issued a statement on the Exchange’s response to the Covid-19 virus and business continuity. “The economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting market volatility has prompted the World […]

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Colonial To Cover Covid-19 Antibody Testing

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 14:57:16 +0000

“Clients of Colonial Medical Insurance Company will be covered for Covid-19 antibody testing following an agreement with Helix Genetic and Scientific Solutions Ltd. of Hamilton,” the company announced. A Colonial spokesperson said, “The agreement, which will be operated as a pilot programme through June 30, will provide insurance cover for physician-ordered COVID-19 antibody testing for […]

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Video: ‘Taking Off’ On Impact Of Covid-19

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:21:40 +0000

After taking a hiatus due to the pandemic, Skyport has released the latest episode of ‘Taking Off’, a video series with host Mikaela Pearman that highlights the airport redevelopment project, with this episode highlighting the impact of Covid-19 in the construction of the new passenger terminal building. Speaking in the episode, Mikaela Pearman said, “As […]

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Minister: Preparing For COVID-19 Coronavirus

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:36:37 +0000

While there have been no cases of COVID-19 identified in Bermuda, the spread of it “across the globe highlights that it is highly infectious and therefore it will remain a threat to Bermuda in the foreseeable future,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 28] Minister Wilson said, […]

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