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Column: 95th Birthday Of Martin Luther King

[Written byGlenn Fubler]Some 50-odd residents gathered in the foyer of City Hall on, January 15, 2024, marking the 95th Birthday of Martin Luther King. The theme was “Always Learning”; capturing the trajectory of MLK’s 39 years on the Planet. Included amongst those assembled were Joan Dillas Wright -Senate President, who assisted with the presentation...Read more of this article

Tanker Diverts Due To Sick Crew Member

The tanker Zoilo –traveling from Texas to Amsterdam — diverted to Bermuda due to a crew member’s medical emergency.A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC] spokesperson said, “The Maltese registered tanker Zoilo currently 150 miles north of Bermuda advises that she is diverting to the island at a speed of 11 knots as a...Read more of this article

Storm Claim Victory In Senior League Netball

Storm claimed victory over St George’s 37-28 in the Bermuda Netball Association Senior League.Zakiyah Durham, the Storm MVP, delivered an impressive performance, netting 17 points, and Nabiilah Nasir contributed 16.Shenova Edwards, who was named the team’s best attacker, added four points. Debre’ Evans was the team’s best defender.For St...Read more of this article

30 Minute Video: Jan 17 ZBM Evening News

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 Stories30 Minute Video: May 17...Read more of this article

A joint programme between the Government and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] will remove 29 “abandoned and derelict boats” from our waters whichare located near Woody’s Restaurant and in Ely’s Harbour, Mill’s Creek, Fairylands Creek, Riddell’s Bay, Lagoon Park, Spanish Point, Mullet Bay and Great Bay.A Government...Read more of this article

Rhys Swift [16] and Fergus Wightman [14], representing the Bermuda Fencing Federation [BFF], will compete in the International Fencing Federation FIE [Fédération Internationale d'Escrime] Junior World Cup in Boston on January 20, 2024.A spokesperson said, “Accompanying them as coach is Donald Treanor, who recently represented the BFF at the...Read more of this article

Theofficial Government and Legal noticesfor today [Jan 17] includeappointments, public notification and notice of intended marriage.Judicial AppointmentNotice type Government NoticeNotice typeAppointmentsNotice ID GN0060/2024Public Authorities / Department The JudiciaryPublication date 17 January, 2024Government Notice No. _______Judicial...Read more of this article

August Consumer Price Index: Inflation 2.4%

The Ministry of Economy and Labour reported a 2.4% year-over-year increase in the Consumer Price Index [CPI] for August 2023.A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the August 2023 CPI from the Department of Statistics today.In summary, consumers paid 2.4 per cent more in August 2023 than a year ago for...Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Thursday January 18

Thursday, January 18 is expected to see considerable cloudiness, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F, and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service.Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 60%.Sunrise will be at 7:20am and sunset will be at 5:39pm. High tide will be at 1:46am and 1:59pm...Read more of this article

Apprenticeship Program Exceeds Standards

The Department of Workforce Development’s [DWD] Apprenticeship Program”not only meets but exceeds the recommended standards,” set by the International Labour Organization [ILO],the Ministry said today.A Government spokesperson said, “The International Labour Organization [ILO] sets global standards for labour-related issues,...Read more of this article

[Written by Stephen Wright]LeiLanni Nesbeth admits she was “blown away” after being selected by the Chicago Red Stars in the National Women’s Soccer League [NWSL] Draft as she prepares to head to the “Windy City” to start pre-season training next week.Nesbeth, named the tenth pick in the first round, said she had no idea she was on Chicago’s...Read more of this article

‘Think Like An Entrepreneur’ Starts On Feb 7

The ‘Think Like an Entrepreneur’ course by BEDC, which aims to teach budding entrepreneurs essential skills, is set to begin on February 7th, 2024.A spokesperson said, “Don’t miss your chance to sign up for ‘an educational opportunity not to be missed!’ Think Like an Entrepreneur, an in-depth course with the aim of teaching...Read more of this article

CariGenetics To Host Investor Showcase

CariGenetics announced that its Investor Showcase will take place on January 25th at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI].A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics, a trailblazer in Caribbean genetic research, is excited to announce its first upcoming Investor Showcase co-hosted by the Bermuda Investor Community. The event is scheduled...Read more of this article

Bermuda Arts Centre To Host Plein Air Events

The Bermuda Arts Centre is hosting four plein air workshops at Dockyard, with the classes to be held outdoors.A spokesperson said, “Especially with this weather, we find ourselves hunkered down and not wanting to do much of anything. The way to beat the winter blues is to gear up and keep going.“The Bermuda Arts Centre at Dockyard has...Read more of this article

Road Traffic Collision In Hamilton Parish

There has been collision on North Shore Road just east of the Aquarium in Hamilton Parish, and motorists are advised to use Harrington Sound Road.At 7:45 a.m. this morning, a police spokesperson said, “Please be advised there here has been a road traffic collision on the North Shore just east of the Aquarium in Hamilton Parish.“The roadway...Read more of this article

Gencom Gives Away Furniture To Charities

Last week, Westend Properties and its managing partner, Gencom, held a Charity Furniture Giveaway for the benefit of the local Bermuda community, stating that ‘through this event, furniture that is no longer needed at the Fairmont Southampton hotel – given the impending renovations – was donated to charitable organisations.”A spokesperson...Read more of this article

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