On October 8, 2024, police found two abandoned vehicles in separate road traffic collisions in Smiths and Sandy’s, with no injuries reported. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:25 a.m. on Monday, October 8, 2024 Police received a report of a single vehicle road traffic collision [RTC] on Middle Road, near the junction with Verdmont Road, […]

There has been a two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a motorcycle in the area of Barnes Corner in Southampton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a motorcycle in the area of Barnes Corner, Southampton Parish. “Details are limited at […]

[Updated] “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a PTB bus and a pedestrian at the junction of Bermudiana Road and Front Street in the City of Hamilton,” the police said this morning [Oct 30]. A police spokesperson said, “Details are limited at this time, however, the scene is currently being processed and traffic […]

A road traffic collision between two motorcycles yesterday [Nov 3] left one man with injuries, while the second driver left the scene before police arrived. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 5:15pm on Sunday, November 3, 2024, police attended a road traffic collision involving two motorcycles near the junction of Parson’s Road and Crossland Lane, […]

Police are investigating a car fire that happened in Pembroke yesterday [Nov 3], noting that “there were items recovered at the scene to suggest the fire was maliciously set.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:40am on Sunday, November 3, 2024, police, along with Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, responded to a report of a car […]

[Updated] “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving two motorcycles on Blue Hole Hill, Hamilton Parish,” the police said this evening [Nov 7]. “The roadway is currently closed, with traffic being diverted through the Grotto Bay compound. Motorists heading into or out of the east end are encouraged to delay their departure, if possible […]

“Two male suspects were arrested in connection with the ongoing investigations into the murders of Razi Garland and Amon Robinson,” the police said. A police spokesperson said, “On Thursday, July 25th, 2024, the Bermuda Police Service Serious Crime Unit, supported by the Criminal Investigation, Gang Targeting and Police Support Units, executed two warrants in the […]

The police have renewed their appeal for information about the murder of Jahkoby Smith in 2017. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:15pm on Saturday 29th July, 2017, Jahkoby Smith, was fatally stabbed after he was involved in an altercation that took place at the West End Sailboat Club, Sandys. At that time, there was a wake […]

A second man has now been arrested in connection with the firearm incident that occurred on August 24th, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continued Operation Athelstan, which is the BPS response to the police shooting that occurred on Saturday, […]

A 42-year-old man was arrested in connection with the shooting in Warwick that injured a 48-year-old man, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “A suspect has been arrested in connection with the firearms incident which occurred on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Quarry Hill Road Warwick and which left a 48-year-old male with […]

Following three senior citizens being defrauded of approximately $685,000 via online and phone scams, the police have issued another advisory urging “residents, particularly senior citizens, to remain vigilant regarding online scams and phone scams.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to urge residents, particularly senior citizens, to remain vigilant regarding online scams […]

Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at Robinson’s Marina in Somerset this morning [Oct 24], where a suspect “brandishing a machete, entered the service station and demanded money.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 24, 2024, police received a report of a robbery at the service station located […]

Three years after the shooting at Robin Hood Restaurant, the police are urging anyone with information on this case to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “Around 6pm on Tuesday 26th October 2021, Police operations received several 911 calls from persons reporting gunshots from inside the Robin Hood Restaurant, located at #25 Richmond Road, Pembroke. “The […]

The Bermuda Police Service confirmed that “two male suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of 17-year-old Ethan Arruda.” A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Arruda died after he sustained a stab wound to the chest. He had reportedly attended a party at a residence on Devonshire Bay Road, Devonshire, where approximately 100 people […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Aspiring model Nalia Mitchell had the experience of a lifetime strutting down the catwalk at the recent New York Fashion Week Festival. Mitchell was among a handful of Bermudians who successfully applied for the Model Experience, which allowed participants to walk the runway, connect with brands and designers, share the stage […]

The US debut of “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé” took place in Beverly Hills this past Saturday, with Beyoncé styled by Bermuda’s Shiona Turini. As reported by the Daily Mail, the star-studded event was graced by celebrities like Laverne Cox, Tyler Perry, Kris Jenner, Corey Gamble, Gabrielle Union, Halle Bailey, Chloe Bailey, Winnie Harlow, and […]

Davidrose Studio is inviting the public to its Front Street store on Friday [Dec 15] to celebrate its upcoming 11th anniversary. A spokesperson said, “Davidrose Studio is inviting the public to pop by its Front Street store on Friday, December 15 to celebrate its 11th anniversary. Guests will enjoy free sweet treats [no purchase necessary] […]

The Jamie Madison Collection is marking its sixth year, with the public invited to “shape the future of the collection” by voting for a preferred jacket style. Founder Jaime Ramsay said, “As we reflect on the past six incredible years, the Jamie Madison Collection team is overwhelmed with gratitude for the unwavering support from our […]

Bermudian Shiona Turini styled Beyonce’s Essence magazine cover for the March/April 2024 issue. Ms Turini — whose client list includes some of the most famous people in the world — recently served as a stylist for Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour. Essence released the official cover image Instagram and Twitter with the caption “Beyoncé discusses the […]

Bermudian Shiona Turini – who has worked as a fashion stylist for numerous major stars including Beyonce — received the Diamonds Do Good’s ‘Diamond Influence Award’ at an award ceremony in Las Vegas. The organization noted that the “Diamond Influence Award reflects both the prestige and enduring impact of diamonds in pop culture, while acknowledging Shiona’s […]

The New York Times featured Bermudian fashion expert Shiona Turini, in an article about her favorite jewelry, with the stylist to the stars noting that her necklace features a map of Bermuda and is locally made. The New York Times website said, “Somewhere at the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean, in the middle of the […]

Bermudian style expert Shiona Turini has been named Stylist of the Year for 2024 by Harlem’s Fashion Row. The title isn’t the first recognition the stylist to the stars has received this year, with Ms. Turini also receiving the Diamonds Do Good’s ‘Diamond Influence Award’ in June. A post on social media said, “We’re thrilled […]

Bermudian stylist Shiona Turini helped legendary musician Usher “create a show-stopping wardrobe” for his ‘Past Present Future’ tour. A Vogue story said, “For his tour, Usher turned to stylists Yashua Simmons and Jeremy Haynes, as well as costume designer Shiona Turini, who styled Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour, as consultant to help him create a show-stopping wardrobe. […]

Bermudian stylist Shiona Turini has been named one of the best dressed attendees at Paris Fashion Week by Essence. This is only the latest honour for Ms. Turini this year, after she was named Stylist of the Year for 2024 by Harlem’s Fashion Row in August, received the Diamonds Do Good’s ‘Diamond Influence Award’ in […]

A 31-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for possessing 32 rounds of ammunition. The ruling said, “The Accused, Mr. Christopher Perinchief, appears before the Court for sentence, upon his guilty plea entered on 21 June 2022, to the single Count on Indictment No. 7 of 2022 charging him with possession of […]

A 53-year-old man was charged in Magistrates Court today [May 2] in connection with the explosion at an apartment building in Southampton that resulted in the deaths of Jove and Oscar Mascarinas in May 2022. Robert Tota was charged in connection with the matter, and he was not required to enter a plea as the […]

The Judicial Committee of the Privy Council in the UK has formally quashed Julian Washington’s conviction for murder and attempted murder. A spokesperson said,, “To secure Julian’s conviction, the prosecution in Bermuda relied upon the testimony of a DNA expert at trial. The jury were told Julian’s DNA was found on bullet casings recovered from […]

Bermuda-based Coralisle Group [CG] has acquired a 100% interest in Massy United Insurance Ltd. of Barbados [United]. A spokesperson said, “United now operates within the Coralisle Group as CG United Insurance Ltd. [CG United]. The acquisition significantly expands CG’s presence across the Caribbean, adding 14 new markets where CG United operates. “These include Anguilla, Antigua & […]

Apex Group Ltd. announced it has acquired the technology platform and conference business of Context365, “an established global provider of technology and events that connects alternative asset class investors with high quality asset managers.” A spokesperson said, “Context365 connects LPs and GPs through its software as a service [SaaS] digital networking and research platform, further […]

Monument Re announced today that its Isle of Man subsidiary Monument International Life Assurance Company Limited [MILAC] has completed the acquisition of the closed book portfolio of Zurich International Life Limited’s [ZILL] Singapore long term life insurance business. A spokesperson said, “The ZILL Singapore branch portfolio and employees have transferred into the Singapore branch of […]

Essent Group Ltd. announced that it has entered into an agreement through its subsidiary Essent US Holdings, Inc. to acquire Agents National Title Holding Company and Boston National Holdings LLC from Incenter LLC, a subsidiary of Finance of America Companies Inc. for $100 million. A spokesperson said, “Agents National Title, based in Missouri, is a […]

International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. [IGI] announced the completion of the acquisition of Norway-based managing general agency Energy Insurance Oslo AS [EIO]. A spokesperson said, “The transaction included the acquisition of all outstanding shares of EIO. The entity, which is expected to be renamed IGI Nordic AS [IGI Nordic], is a subsidiary of Bermuda-based International […]

Monument Re announced today that its Belgian subsidiary Monument Assurance Belgium has completed the acquisition of a run-off block of retail life policies, annuities and associated assets from Federale Verzekering [Federale]. Koen Depaemelaere, CEO of Monument Assurance Belgium stated that “We are pleased to have completed this transaction with Federale as it represents a positive […]

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] said they “welcomed the news that RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. has successfully closed its acquisition of Validus Re and its subsidiaries from American International Group [AIG].” A spokesperson said, “ABIR member RenaissanceRe becomes the fifth-largest property and casualty reinsurer in the world after the acquisition of Validus, which […]

ESC Limited and Frameworks announced the “successful merger of their operations” which they said “brings together both entities’ strengths, creating a comprehensive and seamless shopping experience. A spokesperson said, “The union of ESC and Frameworks, effective 31 May 2023, is a testament to their shared vision of providing customers with an integrated and comprehensive shopping […]

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. today announced the completion of Brookfield Reinsurance’s acquisition of Argo in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.1 billion. A spokesperson said, “Under the terms of the transaction, Brookfield Reinsurance acquired all issued and outstanding common shares of Argo at a price of $30 per share. Argo’s common shares have ceased […]

BroadRiver Asset Management announced that it has “completed the acquisition of the US & Bermuda businesses [“Lombard US/BDA”] of Lombard International Group.” Andrew Plevin, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of BroadRiver, said: “This transaction is an outstanding opportunity for BroadRiver and its investors and an additional step in BroadRiver’s strategic expansion into the insurance sector. We look […]

Compre, the Bermuda-domiciled international legacy group, today announces the acquisition of two portfolios of European casualty and motor liabilities from separate undisclosed international insurance groups. A spokesperson said, “All necessary approvals have been granted by Bermudian and European regulators, allowing Compre’s class 3B Bermudian reinsurer Pallas Reinsurance Company Ltd. to reinsure approximately €200m of reserves […]

RiverStone International has completed the acquisition of Catalina Insurance Ireland, an Irish insurance company regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. The transaction received regulatory approval in January and closed on 2 February 2024. Catalina Insurance Ireland has total reserves of approximately US$350 million emanating mainly from a German med-mal portfolio and a UK and […]

Monument Re Limited announced today that its Belgian subsidiary Monument Assurance Belgium N.V. has completed the acquisition of a branch 21 closed book classical group life insurance portfolio from Contassur – Contibel Assurances Vie – Contibel Levensverzekeringen SA/NV [Contassur], following receipt of regulatory approval from the National Bank of Belgium. Koen Depaemelaere, CEO of Monument […]

Arch Insurance North America, part of Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced it has closed the acquisition of the U.S. MidCorp and Entertainment insurance businesses from Allianz originally announced on April 5. A spokesperson said, “Nearly 500 former Allianz MidCorp and Entertainment employees have joined Arch and will provide continuity to clients and brokers as Arch […]

HenryJets.com and Bermuda Luxury Concierge announced a collaboration that they said “promises to elevate the standard of luxury travel.” A spokesperson said, “This partnership seamlessly integrates the premier private jet services of HenryJets.com with the bespoke, high-end hospitality and lifestyle management of Bermuda Luxury Concierge, crafting a truly sophisticated travel experience. “Clients will now enjoy […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced a collaboration with Oprah Daily to feature Bermuda’s natural beauty and culture on the travel series Adventures with Gayle and Adam, which premiered on August 9, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has announced the culmination of its collaboration with Oprah Daily, resulting in a featured segment […]

BermudAir has launched a new promotion, with travellers booking a BermudAir Holiday package in September set to “receive complimentary second airfare.” A spokesperson said, “BermudAir announced today that its latest travel promotion is making waves by boosting tourism to Bermuda during the fall season. With enticing savings and exclusive perks, the airline is drawing more visitors […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has released the KPMG Economic Impact Report for the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, stating that the “event contributed $17.7 million to Bermuda’s economy.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has released the KPMG Economic Impact Report for the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, revealing that the event contributed $17.7 […]

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RochesterInk Poetry Festival, October 2007 This talk might be subtitled, “Where Poetry Comes From,” because that’s what I’m most interested in. The best poems, the poems we want to reread and memorize and carry with us forever, are those that offer some kind of insight. They connect. They resonate. They touch on a deeper truth—a …

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