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Premier Wishes Troika Well With Latest Play

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 27 Aug 2014 15:36:58 +0000

The Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley today [Aug 27] extended his support and well wishes to Troika Bermuda in advance of their upcoming production of Beauty and the Beast, which kicks off tomorrow evening [Aug 28]. Troika’s modern take on the Academy-Award winning animated classic will include all of the songs written […]

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Berkeley Institute Arts Dept. To Present “Aida”

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 04 Nov 2014 16:44:11 +0000

The Berkeley Institute Arts Department will be presenting Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida: School Edition, a contemporary musical take on a grand classic tale, based on the Verdi opera. The story centers on Aida, a Nubian princess who becomes enslaved by Radames, an Egyptian soldier. A forbidden love blossoms between them and their example […]

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Warwick Academy To Present ‘Frisco 77'

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 18 Nov 2014 11:16:45 +0000

Warwick Academy is getting set to present a production of Frisco 77, a musical show set in the 1970s and focusing on the disco culture of the time. Official Warwick Academy ‘Frisco 77′ trailer: The show will debut with a gala dinner on November 19, 2014, while also showing on November 20, 21, and 22. […]

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Robin Givens To Feature In Stage Production

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 13:16:53 +0000

Sigma Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated will be celebrating 25 years of service to Bermuda in May, 2015, and will launch its celebrations with the sponsorship of the musical production “Joy in the Morning”, which will feature Robin Givens alongside a Bermudian cast. “Sigma Xi Omega’s 25 year history has seen […]

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Saltus To Present ‘Our Country’s Good’ Play

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:40:30 +0000

The Saltus Grammar School production this year is ‘Our Country’s Good’ by Timberlake Wertenbaker and it will be held in Alumni Hall in the Saltus Secondary Department, February 26th-28th. It is an Olivier Award winning play described as being about “a very dark period in British history”. A spokesperson said, “We hope you enjoy this […]

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Actor Herbert Plays Historic Role In Production

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Feb 2015 12:15:07 +0000

Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert is getting set to take on the role of Burrs, a vaudeville performer who makes his living in blackface, in a Toronto-based production of the musical ‘The Wild Party’. The Toronto production is casting — for the first time, to anyone’s knowledge — a black actor in the role, according […]

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RSIR Realty To Sponsor Bermuda Pride Event

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2019 15:45:25 +0000

Rego Sotheby’s International Realty Bermuda announced its sponsorship of Bermuda’s first Pride Parade, which is set to take place tomorrow [Aug 31]. “To celebrate being the 1st Bermuda real estate company to sponsor the landmark event, the full-service real estate firm recently welcomed Elizabeth Christopher from Bermuda Pride and Adrian Hartnett-Beasley of OUTBermuda to discuss […]

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Students Complete RSIR Internship Program

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 18:58:53 +0000

Rego Sotheby’s International Realty Bermuda shared the successful completion of their Summer Internship Program by Bermudian university undergraduates Hayley Ball, attending Trent University in Canada, and Georgia Rego, who is attending Elon University in North Carolina. During their internship, both students were able to enjoy industry specific training for multiple disciplines of real estate at […]

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WEDCO: Two Options For Albert Row Property

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 06 Oct 2019 12:32:55 +0000

“For more than 15 years WEDCO has been searching both internally and externally for a solution which would see the restoration of Albert Row,” WEDCO said, explaining that they are still hopeful someone will come forward with a “workable solution,” however if not the only two options are to leave them in a derelict condition or […]

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Proposed New Apartment Building In Hamilton

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:08:55 +0000

A planning application has been submitted for a proposed 68-unit apartment building on Church Street in Hamilton, with the application stating that it would be an 8 storey building, consisting of six above grade and two below grade floors. The address provided is 33 Church Street, which appears to be the area by the Cathedral […]

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Rental Property Owners Urged To Attend Meeting

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 13:11:15 +0000

The Bermuda Rental Association of Vacation Home Owners [BRAVO] is urging all vacation rental property owners and managers to attend a meeting tomorrow [Jan 16] at 6.00pm at Ignite Bermuda on Wesley Street in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “All vacation rental property owners and managers are invited to attend a meeting to learn about the […]

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Column: How To Price Your Airbnb Rental

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 19 Jan 2020 23:00:57 +0000

[Column written by Ade Brown] About 60% of your potential income comes from the intrinsic value of your property, location, and amenities. The other 40% is dependent upon implementing an effective Airbnb pricing strategy. Your strategy should take into account the fluctuating demand for your property throughout the year. Airbnb allows you to set different […]

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Column: Why I Never Use Airbnb’s Smart Pricing

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:16 +0000

[Column written by Ade Brown] One of the most common questions I get asked is whether or not to use Airbnb’s pricing tips. Don’t! This is a very common mistake that new hosts make, even myself. I fell victim to Airbnb’s pricing band. While using smart pricing was great in getting my calendar filled, it […]

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Covid-19: Bermuda Housing Trust Preparation

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:29:19 +0000

In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT] is taking steps to protect their 194 tenants living in five properties located across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “At the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT], we are constantly monitoring the risk that Covid-19 might represent to the 194 tenants living in our five properties […]

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Govt Starts Legal Proceedings Over Caroline Bay

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:56:40 +0000

The Bermuda Government has “commenced legal proceedings intended to place the assets at Caroline Bay under the control of Provisional Liquidators.” Last year Finance Minister Curtis Dickinson confirmed that the developers defaulted on their loan, and since the previous administration provided a guarantee of up to $165 million for the project it “resulted in the government having […]

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Tucker’s Point Providing Virtual Tours

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 09:32:21 +0000

In light of the current social distancing measures in place due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Tucker’s Point is now offering a virtual tour of its Harbour Court listings. A spokesperson said, “During these trying times, the Tucker’s Point team’s goal is to ensure inquirers receive a seamless experience. “The team is still available to discuss […]

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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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Premier Visits WWII Vet Randolph Hayward

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 22:57:29 +0000

Premier David Burt today paid a visit to Randolph Hayward, who served with the Bermuda Contingent of the Caribbean Regiment during World War II, with the Premier noting that as ”we approach Remembrance Day, it is important that we celebrate these living links to our history.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier David Burt today paid a […]

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21 Regiment Soldiers Promoted At Special Parade

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 14 Dec 2019 13:03:45 +0000

Some of Bermuda’s soldiers praised the career opportunities at the Royal Bermuda Regiment as they celebrated their recent promotions. They said the RBR offered the chance to develop themselves, network, and boost their chances in the job market, as well as providing a rewarding military experience and the opportunity to travel and gain extra qualifications. […]

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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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Fairmont Hotel Provides Free Meals For Soldiers

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 11:10:17 +0000

A luxury hotel has thanked soldiers on duty over the Covid-19 crisis with two dinners for 200 prepared by its top chefs. The Fairmont Southampton cooked the meals for the troops at Warwick Camp and forward operating bases yesterday [Sunday] – the second time the hotel has ensured soldiers dined in style. Kiaran MacDonald, Fairmont’s […]

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America’s Cup Property Rental Drop Coming

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 13:38:23 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Homeowners in the west end that were getting a premium for renting their properties due the America’s Cup have been advised to lower their prices. Johnettte McNeil, broker at JBM Realty and Associates, said it was advisable for them to have their homes rented rather than holding out for a higher income […]

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RA: Providers Met 4G Requirements For The AC

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 17:23:48 +0000

In November 2016, as part of the award of 4G spectrum to Telecommunications [BWI] Ltd [Digicel] and Bermuda Digital Communications Limited [One Communications], the Regulatory Authority [the ‘Authority’] mandated specific coverage and Quality of Service [QoS] obligations. A spokesperson said, “The obligations are in the following phases: 1. America’s Cup Coverage and QoS obligation [which […]

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Minister Gibbons Provides America’s Cup Update

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 04 Jul 2017 12:17:36 +0000

With the conclusion of the 35th America’s Cup, which saw five weeks of intense racing and Emirates Team New Zealand besting the field to win, Minister of Economic Development Dr. Grant Gibbons provided the following update to the public. Minister Gibbons said today, “Heartfelt congratulations must again be extended to Emirates Team New Zealand on […]

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The Legacy Of The AC Endeavour Program

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 05 Jul 2017 09:35:48 +0000

While the teams sailed at the America’s Cup, young sailors also hit the water as part of the America’s Cup Endeavour Program. America’s Cup Endeavour, a youth education and community sailing initiative, allowed hundreds of young students to learn to sail in both the west end and the east end. In addition to sailing, students were also […]

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ACBDA To Hold Press Conference On Thursday

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 08 Nov 2017 20:13:42 +0000

The America Cup Bermuda will be holding a press conference tomorrow afternoon [Nov 9] where they are expected to discuss the Economic, Environmental and Social Impact of the 35th America’s Cup on Bermuda. According to the Potential Economic Impact [PEI] assessment released by the ACBDA back in 2015 before the event took place, the direct spending […]

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IGI Receives Approval For Tiberius Deal

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 11:40:14 +0000

International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. [IGI] announced that it has received regulatory approval from the Bermuda Monetary Authority in connection with its previously announced business combination with Tiberius Acquisition Corp. [Tiberius],  a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company. A spokesperson said, “This approval, received on January 28, 2020, is one of necessary steps towards successfully completing […]

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Video: Press Conference On Fatal Shooting

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 30 Jul 2018 14:09:00 +0000

[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service is holding a press conference this morning [July 30] on the fatal shooting, which resulted in the death of 30-year-old Taylor Grier. At around 10.00pm on Friday, two men on a motorcycle fired multiple gunshots in the area of Court and Elliot Street, resulting in the death of Mr Grier, […]

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Police: Crime Prevention Tips For Businesses

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 20:52:57 +0000

With many businesses closed and others operating on reduced hours, there are fewer ‘eyes on the street’ to notice and report suspicious activity to police, said Detective Chief Inspector Arthur Glasford of the Bermuda Police Service [BPS], Serious Crime Department. Detective Chief Inspector Glasford said, “As such, the BPS urges business owners to consider the […]

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TRB Straight to Recording for All: Landscape Design Practices for Roadside Water Management

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 05:40:06 GMT

TRB released a straight-to-recording series in April that presents highlights and findings of the NCHRP Domestic Scan 16-02 on Landscape Design Practices for Roadside Water Management . This scan investigated how transportation agencies are applying principles and practices of green infrastructure (GI) for roadside water management to mitigate adverse impacts of flooding, drought, and temperature extremes affecting their infrastructure. The videos are available on-demand at no charge. Presenters: Garrett...


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Different collaborative procurement strategies

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Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 08:03:29 GMT

Collaborative Infrastructure Procurement in Sweden and the Netherlands , released by the International Transport Forum


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TRB Webinar: Evaluating Goals Under the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:34:14 GMT

Is your organization aiming to increase the participation of minority-and women-owned businesses in state and local transportation projects? TRB will conduct a webinar on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM Eastern to discuss how to meet the goals set by the U.S. Department of Transportation Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (USDOT DBE). State and local transportation projects that receive federal funding are mandated to go through the triennial DBE goal-setting process. Make your next goals...


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TR News: Volunteer Profile of Deborah Flint

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 11:29:55 GMT

Deborah Flint, the current President and CEO of Greater Toronto Airports Authority, is a featured volunteer in Issue 324 (November-December 2019) of TRB's magazine TR News . "Be flexible... Be a sponge, open to everything," she says. At TRB, Ms. Flint served on an Airport Cooperative Research Program panel and was previously a member of the ACRP Oversight Committee. In her role in Toronto, she oversees all airport operations, including the security and safety of employees and travelers. Previously, she s...


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Bicyclist Facility Preferences and Effects on Increasing Bicycle Trips

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 05:20:34 GMT

Cyclists and noncyclists have a wide range of perceptions of on-street bicycling facility designs — including sharrows, bike lanes, and buffered bike lanes — along a variety of roadway types, with and without curbside automobile parking. The TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP Research Report 941: Bicyclist Facility Preferences and Effects on Increasing Bicycle Trips provides insights from communities where on-road cycling for transportation is less common, particularly in the South...


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Buy America Requirements for Federal Highway Projects

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 11:55:49 GMT

The Federal Highway Administration's “Buy America Act” requires federally funded highway projects to use only steel, iron, and manufactured products produced in the United States. The TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP LRD 80: Buy America Requirements for Federal Highway Projects summarizes the intent and application of the provision. It also summarizes the procedure that FHWA has implemented for granting waivers and the impact that court interpretation of such waivers has had on t...


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Procurement of Airport Development and Planning Contracts

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Tue, 18 Sep 2012 04:02:45 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Legal Research Digest 16: Procurement of Airport Development and Planning Contracts provides guidance on how to determine which requirements apply to any given procurement process. The report also includes an overview of the consequences for noncompliance with procurement laws or regulations in order to help airports better understand the inherent risks associated with various funding sources.


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Being Prepared for IROPS: A Business-Planning and Decision-Making Approach

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 07:56:31 GMT

TRB’s Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP) Report 106: Being Prepared for IROPS: A Business-Planning and Decision-Making Approach describes a process to help justify airport planning, and funding decisions (capital, and operations and maintenance) related to supporting irregular operations (IROPS) contingency planning. The report presents a structured approach to quantifying the lifecycle economic value of proposed IROPS mitigation alternatives through a spreadsheet-based business-planning and dec...


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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 099: Parts, Project Pluto, Paloma Capanna

By www.weerdworld.com
Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 09:00:26 +0000

Hello Internet! In This Episode: Erin and Weer’d discuss the recent spree killing in Canada, and the conspicuous lack of information on it; David talks about gun parts that are great to have around; Weer’d interviews Logan Metesh of High … Continue reading →


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Existing and Emerging Highway Infrastructure Preservation, Maintenance, and Renewal Definitions, Practices, and Scenarios

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:45:15 GMT

The National Cooperative Highway Research Program's NCHRP Web-Only Document 272: Existing and Emerging Highway Infrastructure Preservation, Maintenance, and Renewal Definitions, Practices, and Scenarios provides appendices to NCHRP Report 750, Volume 7: Preservation, Maintenance, andRenewal of Highway Infrastructure .


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UNWTO Predict $30 – $50B Global Tourism Loss

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 16:00:04 +0000

The COVID-19 outbreak may cause an “estimated loss of $30 to 50 billion in international tourism receipts,” the United Nations World Tourism Organization [UNWTO] said, with Asia and the Pacific likely to be the worst affected regions. A statement from the global organisation said, “UNWTO has revised its 2020 prospects for international tourist arrivals to […]

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‘Fast-Moving, Difficult-To-Predict Developments’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 18:54:51 +0000

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], which is conducting a work-from-home trial today [March 17], has commented on the impact of the  global coronavirus pandemic, saying it presents “a cycle of fast-moving, difficult-to-predict developments.” An email sent out by BTA Interim CEO Glenn Jones said, “By now you will have seen the Bermuda government’s coronavirus travel […]

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March 31: Deadline For BTA Tourism Programme

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 20:19:32 +0000

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] reminds local entrepreneurs that the deadline for applications to its Experience Investment Programme is on Tuesday, March 31st. A spokesperson said, “Despite Covid-19 uncertainty, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is reminding local entrepreneurs the deadline for applications to its Experience Investment Programme closes a week today, Tuesday, March 31. “The […]

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BTA “Great Bermuda Takeout Day” On April 2

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 16:31:25 +0000

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is promoting the “Great Bermuda Takeout Day” on April 2 [Thursday] aiming to encourage residents to take advantage of “innovative business models such as home, takeout and kerbside deliveries.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s beloved eateries have long filled a need for residents and visitors alike, with menus boasting culinary favourites […]

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BTA Industry Resilience Roundtable On April 2

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:59:50 +0000

Hospitality businesses and entrepreneurs are invited to join a Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] virtual thought-leadership event this week aimed at “offering critical survival resources” during Covid-19. A spokesperson said, “Hospitality businesses and entrepreneurs are invited to join a Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] virtual thought-leadership event this week aimed at offering critical survival resources during COVID-19. […]

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Princess Suspends Cruises Through June 30

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 15:03:06 +0000

Princess Cruises announced that it will be canceling all voyages through June 30 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A statement from the cruise line said, “In continued response to the impact of the Covid-19 global outbreak and the recent order from the United States Centers for Disease Control [CDC], Princess Cruises is canceling all voyages […]

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Covid-19: BTA Provide Free Zoom Backgrounds

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 10:34:48 +0000

With more people now working from home due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has provided free Zoom backgrounds for use in meetings and group chats. The report on the BTA website said, “New social distancing guidelines and an increase in working from home have made video chatting and conferencing with friends, […]

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BTA: ‘Unprecedented Declines’ In Tourism

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 12:53:05 +0000

“The Covid-19 crisis had a severe impact on Bermuda’s tourism industry in the first quarter of 2020, causing unprecedented declines in the island’s visitor arrivals and spending,” according to the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA]. “Total air visitor arrivals were down 38% in the first quarter compared to a year ago, with leisure air visitors down […]

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‘BTA Team Pivot To An Inside-Out Approach’

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 10:37:42 +0000

“When COVID-19 hit our shores and hotels shuttered their doors, about 2,000 people were out of work, suddenly and devastatingly,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] Interim CEO Glenn Jones said. An email sent out by BTA Interim CEO Glenn Jones said, “The sudden joblessness created by this pandemic has reminded me of a statistic often […]

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BRSC Expresses Sympathies To Burgess Family

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 20 Jan 2020 20:55:45 +0000

The Bermuda Road Safety Council expressed its deepest sympathies to the family of 16-year-old Kijani Burgess, who passed away following a road traffic collision earlier this month. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council expresses its deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Kijani Burgess, who succumbed to injuries resulting from a tragic road […]

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Monash University: World Transit Research Newsletter: April 2020

By www.trb.org
Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:14:48 GMT

Bimonthly newsletter released by the Institute of Transport Studies at Monash University


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