Bermuda News API

Supported Countries - 165

Afghanistan

Albania

Algeria

Angola

Argentina

Australia

Austria

Azerbaijan

Bahamas

Bahrain

Bangladesh

Barbados

Belarus

Belgium

Belize

Bermuda

Bhutan

Bolivia

Bosnia And Herzegovina

Botswana

Brazil

Brunei

Bulgaria

Cambodia

Cameroon

Canada

Cape Verde

Cayman Islands

Central African Republic

Chile

China

Colombia

Comoros

Congo

Costa Rica

Croatia

Cuba

Cyprus

Czech Republic

DR Congo

Denmark

Djibouti

Dominica

Dominican Republic

Ecuador

Egypt

El Salvador

Estonia

Ethiopia

Fiji

Finland

France

French Polynesia

Gabon

Georgia

Germany

Ghana

Greece

Guatemala

Guinea

Haiti

Honduras

Hong Kong

Hungary

Iceland

India

Indonesia

Iran

Iraq

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Ivory Coast

Jamaica

Japan

Jordan

Kazakhstan

Kenya

Kuwait

Kyrgyzstan

Laos

Latvia

Lebanon

Libya

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Macedonia

Madagascar

Malawi

Malaysia

Maldives

Mali

Malta

Marshall Islands

Mauritania

Mauritius

Mexico

Moldova

Monaco

Mongolia

Montenegro

Morocco

Mozambique

Myanmar

Namibia

Nepal

Netherland

New Zealand

Niger

Nigeria

North Korea

Norway

Oman

Pakistan

Palestine

Panama

Papua New Guinea

Paraguay

Peru

Philippines

Poland

Portugal

Puerto Rico

Qatar

Romania

Russia

Rwanda

Samoa

Saudi Arabia

Senegal

Serbia

Singapore

Slovakia

Slovenia

Solomon Islands

Somalia

South Africa

South Korea

Spain

Sri Lanka

Sudan

Sweden

Switzerland

Syria

Taiwan

Tajikistan

Tanzania

Thailand

Tonga

Tunisia

Turkey

Turkmenistan

Uganda

Ukraine

United Arab Emirates

United Kingdom

United States Of America

Uruguay

Uzbekistan

Vanuatu

Venezuela

Vietnam

Yemen

Zambia

Zimbabwe

Get headlines from Bermuda with our JSON API.

🔑 Get API key for the Bermuda News API

Country Parameter

The country paramter for the Bermuda is BM.

Some example queries:

Below is the search query to fetch random 100 news-sources of Bermuda.

https://newsdata.io/api/1/sources?country=bm&apikey=YOUR_API_KEY

Some of the well known sources

Live Example

This example demonstrates the HTTP request to make, and the JSON response you will receive, when you use the News API to get headlines from Bermuda.

Headlines from Bermuda

https://newsdata.io/api/1/latest?country=bm&apikey=YOUR_API_KEY

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      • "description": "CURB will host a May 29 memorial at the Anglican Cathedral to honour Dr. Eva Hodgson, five years after her passing. A spokesperson said, “With the blessing and endorsement of Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson’s family, Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB] warmly invites you to join us as we celebrate and reflect on the life and [...]",
      • "content": "will host a May 29 memorial at the Anglican Cathedral to honour Dr. Eva Hodgson, five years after her passing. A spokesperson said, “With the blessing and endorsement of Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson’s family, Citizens Uprooting Racism Bermuda [CURB] warmly invites you to join us as we celebrate and reflect on the life and legacy of a true Bermudian icon—Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson, OBE—five years after her passing. “Dr. Eva Naomi Hodgson was a towering figure in Bermuda’s ongoing journey toward social justice, racial equity, and community upliftment. As an educator, historian, author, and fearless activist, she dedicated her life to speaking truth to power, advocating for systemic change, and encouraging generations of Bermudians to know their worth and their history. “Born in 1924, Dr. Hodgson was one of the first Black Bermudians to earn a doctorate, and she remained a lifelong advocate for civil rights. Her writings, including Second Class Citizens, First Class Men and The Experience of Racism in Bermuda and Its Wider Context, offered bold and insightful critique of racial inequality in Bermuda and beyond. She was also a founding member of organizations committed to social progress, including an early version of what would become CURB. “Though she passed away in 2020, her vision, courage, and relentless pursuit of justice continue to inspire. This gathering will be an opportunity to share memories, readings, music, and reflections from those who knew her or were moved by her work. “Let us come together to honor her legacy, reaffirm our collective commitment to justice, and ensure that her voice continues to resonate. “All are welcome. For more information, please contact CURB at executivedirector@uprootingracism.org.” :",
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      • "description": "The police continue to search continues for suspects involved in the fatal shooting in Sandys, with police urging anyone with information to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “The search remains ongoing for suspects involved in Last Thursday’s fatal shooting at the Legends bar in Sandys. We are again appealing for anyone with information to [...]",
      • "content": "The police continue to search continues for suspects involved in the fatal shooting in Sandys, with police urging anyone with information to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “The search remains ongoing for suspects involved in Last Thursday’s fatal shooting at the Legends bar in Sandys. We are again appealing for anyone with information to get in contact with us. “We are also again urging anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspect believed to have been injured during that incident to please reach out to us or, get that person to hospital. “Any information you have is valuable to us. Please contact acting detective superintendent Jason Smith on 717-0864 or, via email @jsmith2@bps.bm “Of course, you may also provide the information anonymously by calling the independent and confidential crimestopper’s number 800-8477. “Alternatively, please speak with a police officer you know or use the community reporting portal at portal.police.bm” : , ,",
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      • "title": "Warwick Wins KPMG Investment Challenge",
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      • "description": "Warwick Academy’s Enterprise Explorers team won first place and a $10,000 prize in KPMG’s annual Investment Challenge. A Warwick Academy spokesperson said, “One of Warwick Academy’s student teams finished first on Monday evening at the awards ceremony for the annual Investment Challenge run by KPMG and received a $10,000 cash prize. The challenge, designed to [...]",
      • "content": "Enterprise Explorers team won first place and a $10,000 prize in annual Investment Challenge. A Warwick Academy spokesperson said, “One of Warwick Academy’s student teams finished first on Monday evening at the awards ceremony for the annual Investment Challenge run by KPMG and received a $10,000 cash prize. The challenge, designed to develop the students’ understanding of the investment world, involved six different schools, and a total of eighteen teams participated in the competition. “The Enterprise Explorers, which consisted of students from Ms Lightbourne’s Year 12 BTEC Enterprise and Entrepreneurship class, finished top of the podium rankings in an extremely challenging trading period. The Enterprise Explorers team consisted of Oliver Soares [Captain], Cameron Addiscott, Alaysia Glasford, Serena Goonewardene, Micah Looby, Zion Mills, Cody Moniz, Elias Reece, Jayden Smith and Selah Wilson. “The Moral Hazards, who were comprised of students from Mr Mitchell’s Year 12 IB Economics class, also came away from the awards ceremony with an award for ‘Most Profitable Trade’ during the challenge. “Many teams struggled to achieve a positive return on their investment, with recent trading policies being implemented by the United States government impacting global markets. The Enterprise Explorers’ strategy of holding off investing in the markets paid off, capitalising on less exposure to the economic uncertainty surrounding tariffs and protectionist policies affecting global trade. “Each team consisted of ten students and had a fictitious $100,000 dollars to invest in various stock exchanges around the world. The digital platform StockTrak allowed students to purchase shares in real time and experience both the elation of their portfolio rising in value, and the heartbreak of their share prices crashing. Specific rules restricted students’ abilities to invest all their funds in just a few companies, or to allow them to day trade, purchase exchange-traded funds [ETFs] or short stocks. Instead, the aim of the challenge was for students to learn about analysing market data and making longer-term investments to build up a profitable portfolio of securities. “The $10,000 prize will be split numerous ways. A portion of the funds will go towards the students’ prom; further portions will go towards the student bursary to help financially challenged students continue to attend Warwick Academy, towards a lunch for the participating teams and towards purchasing resources to aid student learning and knowledge in the Business, Economics and Computing Department. “All the students and staff at Warwick Academy involved in KPMG’s Investment Challenge would like to publicly thank KPMG for this amazing opportunity. Financial literacy is so important in today’s world, and the experience is something that not only helped students prepare for their own financial well-being as they graduate, but it also opened their eyes to possible career opportunities in the financial sector.” : ,",
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      • "title": "Vacationing Firefighter Helps Save Man",
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      • "description": "Massachusetts firefighter Michael Desouza helped save a 75-year-old priest while vacationing on the island, pulling the man to shore and performing CPR after he was found unresponsive in the water. The New Bedford Fire Department posted the photo below online, saying, “The New Bedford Fire Department is pleased to announce that one of our Firefighters [...]",
      • "content": "Massachusetts firefighter Michael Desouza helped save a 75-year-old priest while vacationing on the island, pulling the man to shore and performing CPR after he was found unresponsive in the water. The New Bedford Fire Department posted the photo below online, saying, “The New Bedford Fire Department is pleased to announce that one of our Firefighters who was vacationing in Bermuda with his family, along with a 911 Dispatcher for the City of Waltham, MA were credited with the rescue and resuscitation of an elderly male involved in a near drowning incident. “While at the beach, FF Michael Desouza and the 911 Dispatcher were made aware of an elderly male unresponsive in the water. The 75year old male was found floating in about 2 feet of water next to his elderly brother. They brought the male ashore and was found to be unresponsive, not breathing, and pulseless. Once out of the water, they initiated CPR. After performing chest compressions for a short time, the male patient experienced a return of spontaneous circulation [ROSC] and became semi-conscious. Two surgeons who were nearby on the beach arrived to assist with patient care after CPR was initiated. The patient was transported to a local hospital. “The patient is a Catholic priest from Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada and was on the cruise with his family celebrating his 50th anniversary of ordination as a priest. He recovered fully and was able to return home. “FF Desouza exemplifies what the New Bedford Fire Department’s slogan ‘Service Above Self’ means. His lifesaving actions illustrate that the knowledge and skills learned as a firefighter can be called upon to save a life no matter where in the world you might be. “FF Desouza is assigned to Ladder Company 3.” :",
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      • "title": "White Mountains Reports Q1 2025 Results",
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      • "description": "White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. reported book value per share of $1,752 as of March 31, 2025, a slight increase for the first quarter of 2025, including dividends. Manning Rountree, CEO, commented, “Book value per share ended the quarter at $1,752, up slightly. We had solid operating results and good investment returns, partially offset by [...]",
      • "content": "White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. reported book value per share of $1,752 as of March 31, 2025, a slight increase for the first quarter of 2025, including dividends. Manning Rountree, CEO, commented, “Book value per share ended the quarter at $1,752, up slightly. We had solid operating results and good investment returns, partially offset by the share price decline at MediaAlpha. Ark posted a 94% combined ratio and wrote $1.1 billion of gross written premiums, up 27% year-over-year. “HG Global generated $7 million of gross written premiums and grew equity by 3% in the quarter. At Kudu, trailing 12 months EBITDA increased, and the fair value of the portfolio grew 4% on a same store basis. Bamboo delivered another great quarter, doubling managed premiums on a trailing 12 months basis and tripling MGA adjusted EBITDA year-over-year, while also successfully renewing its largest reinsurance program. MediaAlpha’s share price declined 18% in the quarter, producing a $37 million mark-to-market loss. “Excluding MediaAlpha, the investment portfolio returned 2.3%, with gains in both equities and fixed income. In April, we made new capital deployments into BroadStreet Partners and Enterprise Solutions, our first acquisition at WTM Partners. Including these deployments and expected operating company distributions, undeployed capital now stands at roughly $550 million.” : ,",
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      • "title": "Burt: mortgage scheme delivers ‘real relief’",
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      • "description": "A government programme to help residents become homeowners has come through with “real relief”, the Premier said yesterday.David Burt also told the House of Assembly that 74 Bermudians were either cl...",
      • "content": "A government programme to help residents become homeowners has come through with “real relief”, the Premier said yesterday. David Burt also told the House of Assembly that 74 Bermudians were either closing their mortgages or receiving approvals under the mortgage guarantee programme. The scheme was launched in October 2022, with first-time mortgages guaranteed partially for up to a decade by the Government, interest rates as low as 5 per cent and down payments halved to 10 per cent. Mr Burt said that three had taken advantage of refinancing opportunities under the programme. He added: “If you are a first-time homebuyer, if you are looking to apply, please contact the Bermuda commercial banks; find out if the mortgage guarantee programme can work for you.” The Premier noted that the Ministry of Finance got a monthly report on the effects of the guarantees. He said: “Out of all of the mortgages that have been issued to persons, there is not a single Bermudian who is delayed or late on their payments. “That means that this project is working.” The Reverend Emily Gail Dill, a government MP, questioned the Premier on steps to increase competition in the banking sector and moves to make mortgage transfers easier for Bermudians. Mr Burt said: “One of the biggest frustrations that are expressed by Bermudians is the lack of choice in banking and often the high cost in borrowing, especially when it comes to mortgages.” He said that the Government implemented a measure to eliminate stamp duty on the transferring of mortgages to ensure “greater competition” in domestic banking. He said: “What we have seen is the response certainly from the banks on that and we have seen that competition taking place.” The Premier urged residents: “I would encourage anyone who is carrying a high mortgage rate to go to your bank and ask for a lower rate. “And if they are not prepared to do it, tell them that you are prepared to switch.” He added: “We have heard many stories where persons have gone to their bank, their bank has said no, and they’ve gone to another bank, that bank has said yes.” He said that in end the rate was dropped when the residents revisited their banks. Mr Burt added: “We are doing the work on our side. “But it is important that honourable members let their constituents know how they can be assisted through the law changes that we have made here to get lower mortgage rates.” The Premier said that although the elimination of stamp duty had a positive impact, the Government wanted to see it become more effective. He pointed out that one commercial bank had undertaken a campaign to woo residents to transfer over their mortgages. He said: “I would encourage consumers to know that they have the ability to shop around. There are options for consumers.”",
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      • "title": "Parent upset at unexpected relocation of preschool",
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      • "content": "A parent has expressed disappointment after her child was accepted into a preschool without the family being informed that it was to be moved. The mother, who wished to remain anonymous, said that tours took place during central school open houses on November 13. She chose St Paul’s Preschool in Paget, in part because she liked the physical facility. She said that she, along with other upset parents, had heard rumours that the preschool was moving and made inquiries to the Government, only to be told that the rumours were not true. However, when she received an acceptance letter on May 2, the school congratulated her on her child being admitted and informed her that the location was now at Paget Primary School. The parent told The Royal Gazette : “I was very upset because I hadn’t seen the school. I chose St Paul’s because I am familiar with it. “I’m a very involved parent and like to know what is going on, so to be put in a school I didn’t even tour ... it’s not that I don’t like Paget Primary, but that I liked what other schools offered. “Some of the parents had concerns about safety at Paget Primary but, for me, it was that I liked what the other schools offered. “I was very disappointed. I heard a rumour the school was relocating, and when I inquired, I was told no, it’s a rumour.” The acceptance letter, which was sent by a preschool administrator, said: “Thank you for your application to enrol [student] at St Paul’s Preschool for the 2025-26 school year. “I am pleased to inform you that an enrolment place has been reserved for your child at this preschool. I would like to extend my congratulations and a very warm welcome to you and your child. “Please note that St Paul’s Preschool will be locating from its address at 69 Middle Road, Paget PG 05 to our new location at 20 Ord Road, Paget PG 04, on the Paget Primary School campus.” Parents were told to respond by May 9 or risk losing their place to another child on the waiting list. The letter added: “You will receive important information regarding orientation and Buddy Day in due course. Please remain attentive to upcoming correspondence.” The parent is considering whether to accept the offer, but wants to be able to view the other options in person before making a decision. She is concerned that if she does not accept her spot at Paget Primary, she will lose her place and be forced to accept a school even farther afield or less suited. The Ministry of Education did not respond to questions by press time.",
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Ray Jones was overlooked for the First Division coach of the year honour in 2023-2024 despite leading an unbeaten Devonshire Colts to the title, while Antwan Russell claimed he was “robbed” of the same trophy at the end of the 2022-23 season. Russell was not selected after Paget Lions won the league and Shield double and also made it to the FA Cup semi-final. The youth ceremony is often the first step in discovering the next generation of footballers to represent the island, with male and female players spanning the under-13 to under-18 age groups eligible to pick up awards, In the oldest age division, Tomas Mello (FC Bascome), Jayden Symonds (PHC) and Isaiah Trott (North Village) are nominated for the male goalkeeper of the year, with Machari Tear Deleon (Somerset), Saezjhor Dent (North Village), Grant Reese (FC Bascome) and Alexander Rymon-Lipinski (Warwick Football Academy) battling it out for defender of the year. The Most Valuable Player award is contested by Sami Carolo (Warwick Football Academy), Khari Sharrieff (FC Bascome) and Somerset’s Jaire Shields with the under-18 coach of the year to come from Mark Mills (FC Bascome), Richard Todd (WFA), Reeve Young (North Village) and PHC’s Roderick Lewis. Ethan Adderley (FC Bascome), Jasper Herrick (Vasco) and Curtis Jackson are fighting it out to be named goalkeeper of the year at under-15 level, with Deacon Wade (Somerset), Reese and Azai Dyer (Dandy Town) competing to be named defender of the year. Reese in also on the three-person shortlist for under-15 MVP alongside Zydon-Lightbourne-Furbert (Somerset), who recently competed for Bermuda at the Carifta Games, and North Village’s Amir Brangman-Johnson. The coach of the year at this level will be decided between Danvers Seymour Jr (Somerset), Young and Mills. The under-13 A division goalkeeper of the year award is between Dunstan De Sa (PHC), Xavier Thomas-Bassett (FC Bascome Blue) and Somerset’s Henrik Mcintosh, with the defender of the year award at that level coming down to a choice between De’Ari Trott (FC Bascome Blue), Somerset’s Ryley Martin and Stephen Astwood (PHC). T’Nuri Darrell-Virgil (PHC), Adam Barritt (FC Bascome Blue) and Ja’Zahri Ingham (WFA) are the talented youngsters in the running for MVP honours, with Vashun Blanchette (Somerset), Robert Bean (PHC) and FC Bascome Blue’s Tyrrell Burgess vying for coach of the year honours. In the under-13 B division, the final three in the running for goalkeeper of the year are Samuel Valles (X-Roads), Styles Furbert (Devonshire Colts) and Giovanni Araujo (North Village). Jahkari Burgess-Samuels (North Village), Caden Burgess (Vasco) and Mathis Stevens (X-Roads) are up for defender of the year, while the MVP award will be won by either Jaaziah Astwood (Devonshire Colts), Chaz Edmead (North Village) or Remi Furbert (X-Roads). The coach of the year title will go to Tarik Smith (North Village), Thaaqib Talbot (X-Roads) or Quinton Jones (Devonshire Colts). C’Leisha Spence (Dandy Stars), Alex Jones (WFA) and Semai Baisden-Scott are the nominees for goalkeeper of the year in the girls 15-17 category, with Saony Trott (Dandy Stars) Amiya James (WFA) and Jashay Trott (PHC) hoping to pick up the defender of the year award. Daley Outerbridge (Dandy Stars), Nila Samuels (WFA) and Cayli Dowling (PHC) will be hoping to take home the trophy as that age group’s MVP, with Jenay Edness-Gomes (Dandy Stars), Richard Todd (WFA) and Corey Dowling (PHC) fighting it out for coach of the year. In the under-13 girls division, Sydney Denkins (Dandy Stars), Kyra Simmons (BFLA Reds) and Phoenix Williams (BFLA Blacks) will look to be named goalkeeper of the year, with Leyana Williams (PHC), Stella Simpson (BFLA Reds), Marli Robinson (St David’s) and Shannon Fisher (BFLA Blacks) hoping to be called best defender. The MVP winner will come from Priya Dill (PHC), Denkins and Avery Taylor (BFLA BLacks) with coach of the year going to one of Karl Roberts (BFLA Reds), Shawnette Perrott (Dandy Stars) or Mamus Emosivwe (BFLA Blacks). Victor Montagliani, president of Concacaf and a Fifa vice-president, will be a special guest.",
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      • "title": "Parties highlight their differences in Budget debate",
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      • "content": "What was expected to be a mammoth Budget debate yesterday lasted only a few hours, with just four MPs — two from each party — contributing to the discussion on one of the most important events in the political calendar. Two different pictures of the economy emerged from the debate. Wayne Furbert, the Junior Minister of Finance, began by calling into question the figures Dr De Couto used in his Budget Reply. He went on to accuse the Shadow Minister of Finance of “making these numbers up”. He said: “Every one of us respects the Auditor-General. We respect the professionals in the Ministry of Finance. And the honourable member comes up with these numbers and no one knows where they came from.” “You just can’t make these numbers up. The honourable member here has very little facts.” Mr Furbert demanded more information on the One Bermuda Alliance’s proposed “moderate and transparent approach” to the island’s finances. He also questioned where an OBA government would get the money to fund initiatives. Mr Furbert went on to say that the PLP reduced taxes while the OBA had raised them. He added: “Let the numbers speak from themselves. “We have now experienced four consecutive years of robust GDP. “We are not going back to the days where I was a busboy and we lived under tourism. Things have changed.” “Let us not confuse a cleverly worded speech with factual substance.” Mr Furbert said that the spending deficit was reviewed by the Auditor-General. He added: “Are you going to tell us the Auditor-General, whom we have trusted for umpteen years, is wrong and the honourable member is right?” He pointed out that the Sinking Fund was created to pay off the national debt. Mr Furbert said: “There was nothing in that budget reply that we can put our hands together and applaud. Nothing.” The minister told the House to “let the numbers speak for themselves”, adding: “The numbers speak volumes to what we’ve done.” He added: “Every statistic we cite has been done so with humility and prudence. Everything we’ve achieved has been done by design and not by accident. “The numbers have spoken, and they speak to the brighter future of Bermuda.” Jarion Richardson, the Opposition leader, said that Dr De Couto had provided “ample evidence” to back up his claims of weak government performance. In contrast, he said, the Government had provided “no evidence” to show how it had calculated the $187 million of revenue it expects to take in this year from the corporate income tax. He said: “In so far as the working papers that the Government is using to say that $187 million will be coming in, this honourable House has not had the benefit of such materials and research and is in fact entirely reliant on the Cabinet to state a number and for us to say ‘yes’. “Because we’ve seen nothing that allows us to interrogate, scrutinise, evaluate, assess and give feedback on the accuracy of that number.” He also insisted that the OBA applauded the growth in the international business sector, but that the boom was “warping the total picture of what is happening in our economy”. Mr Richardson acknowledged that other sectors of the economy were growing but still lagged behind pre-pandemic figures. He said: “We’re moving at a glacial pace.“ He pointed out that many Bermudians were leaving the island, adding: “This recovery is not being felt by Bermudians. “We’re getting many complaints on the doorsteps and this Budget is part of that problem. It is a Budget that is built on an illusion and a hope. Illusions are no basis for progress.” Ben Smith, the OBA deputy leader, also expressed the need for immediate action to grow the economy. He warned that international business was under increasing pressure to put more into the island — either through increased taxes or through philanthropic support — but was getting an ever-shrinking return. He said: “At some point the golden goose wants to know ‘what am I receiving’ — because they also drive on our roads and long waits at the hospital and issues with education. “This [corporate income tax] is going to be layered on top of the demand that already exists. The same way they can pay that tax in another jurisdiction, they can also move to another jurisdiction.” Referring to supposed growth in other sectors, Mr Smith said: “One crane is not a construction boom. How many buildings that are being torn down in Hamilton are being replaced by parking lots? Because if everything was booming, they’d be replaced by offices and apartment blocks.” Mr Smith said that immigration was a major issue because the population needed to increase for the economy to expand. He said that while it had always been typical for many young Bermudians to live and work overseas for a period of time after college, “the problem we have is that their parents are following them, their grandparents are following them”. “We have to grow the pie rather than cutting it into smaller pieces. The only pie is the one that the Minister of Labour sees — it’s pie in the sky.” Mr Smith applauded the Government for welfare initiatives but added: “But guess what? More and more people are falling into that safety net. The middle class is falling into that net.” Zane DeSilva, the Deputy Premier, closed out the debate by accusing the OBA of painting a false picture of the economy. “You would have thought that Bermuda was going down the drain,” he said. Mr DeSilva pointed to multimillion-dollar investments in the island by corporations such as Google and Gencom “because Bermuda is such a great place to invest in”. He also stressed that local businesses were doing well — “the Washington Mall said they have never had their offices so full since they opened”. Claiming that the economy had shown “a resilience and growth“, Mr DeSilva pointed to increased spending on capital projects, affordable housing and scholarships — all achieved with a budget surplus. He said: “The people of this country decided to vote us in for yet another term and this Budget is a reflection of the care and love that we have for our people.” The Opposition accused PLP MPs last night of failing to support their party’s Budget. Wayne Furbert kicked off the debate for the Government and was followed by the OBA’s Jarion Richardson and Ben Smith. When Acting Deputy Speaker Lovitta Foggo asked whether any other member wished to speak, no one on the government benches rose, despite repeated invitations from Ms Foggo, who was eventually forced to bring down her gavel and close the debate — less than two hours after it had begun. Speaker Dennis Lister then took the chair and pointed out that under House protocol, David Burt, the Premier, had a right to the last word. In the absence of Mr Burt, Mr Lister gave Zane DeSilva, the Deputy Premier, the opportunity to speak on his behalf. Mr DeSilva rose and spoke for a further 30 minutes, after which the debate closed. In a statement issued shortly after the House adjourned, Mr Smith said that a lack of speakers on the government benches “was disappointing at best”. Mr Smith said: “We are in a different day politically when the Government is unable to defend its own Budget. It’s important for the people to understand that today David Burt’s government sent a resounding message to the people of Bermuda — we do not care about what you think and how you feel. “The Opposition came to the House today fully prepared not only to deliver its Budget Reply, but to begin debating it with the Government. “It was disappointing, at best, to see that after our leader and I spoke, no one from the Government rose to their feet. “The question the people of Bermuda should be asking is — why? “Bermuda is in crisis and government ministers and MPs chose to remain silent. This is definitely one for the history books. “The Opposition leader called the David Burt budget an illusion, yet the Government chose not to defend it. Does that sound fair to Bermuda and her people? The Opposition accused PLP MPs last night of failing to support their party’s Budget. Wayne Furbert kicked off the debate for the Government and was followed by the OBA’s Jarion Richardson and Ben Smith. When Acting Deputy Speaker Lovitta Foggo asked whether any other member wished to speak, no one on the government benches rose, despite repeated invitations from Ms Foggo, who was eventually forced to bring down her gavel and close the debate — less than two hours after it had begun. Speaker Dennis Lister then took the chair and pointed out that under House protocol, David Burt, the Premier, had a right to the last word. In the absence of Mr Burt, Mr Lister gave Zane DeSilva, the Deputy Premier, the opportunity to speak on his behalf. Mr DeSilva rose and spoke for a further 30 minutes, after which the debate closed. In a statement issued shortly after the House adjourned, Mr Smith said that a lack of speakers on the government benches “was disappointing at best”. Mr Smith said: “We are in a different day politically when the Government is unable to defend its own Budget. It’s important for the people to understand that today David Burt’s government sent a resounding message to the people of Bermuda — we do not care about what you think and how you feel. “The Opposition came to the House today fully prepared not only to deliver its Budget Reply, but to begin debating it with the Government. “It was disappointing, at best, to see that after our leader and I spoke, no one from the Government rose to their feet. “The question the people of Bermuda should be asking is — why? “Bermuda is in crisis and government ministers and MPs chose to remain silent. This is definitely one for the history books. “The Opposition leader called the David Burt budget an illusion, yet the Government chose not to defend it. Does that sound fair to Bermuda and her people?",
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      • "title": "Judaism is not Zionism",
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      • "content": "It is important in our times to understand the history and use of terms such as Zionism, Israel and the Jews, and how or if they are connected to Judaism. Or to understand whether Judaism is a faith-based or ethnic identity. Interestingly, when we dig through history, we discover the first real wave of contemporary Zionism was promoted in the early 19th century by the Calvinist or Christian Protestants who believed the Jews needed to repent and convert, and that a return to the homeland whence they were exiled would augur the second coming of Christ — this time not as a victim on the Cross, but as a victor triumphant over all enemies. This Protestant movement began in Germany, but crystallised in England. One can even see elements of this attitude in the United States, when President John Adams wrote a letter to a prominent Jewish leader, Noah, in or around 1816, expressing his support for the idea of Jews having an independent nation in Judaea. The President hoped they would convert to Christianity. This was not a strange or remote idea coming in the wake of the French Revolution, the American Revolution and the Haitian Revolution — all seeking freedom by establishing independent nations. Indeed, the Jews themselves led three rebellions beginning in the year 586BC, resulting in the destruction of the first temple and again, as prophesied by Jesus, in AD66, which saw the destruction of the second Temple. At that time, Judaism was a Temple religion, but after three successive revolts were brutally put down — first by the Babylonians and then by the Romans — it ceased thereafter to be a Temple religion. From then on, Judaism entered its rabbinical period, where they were led by rabbis and their holy books, the Talmud and oral traditions. The Talmud taught the Jews that they should never seek nationhood and that their faith was universal without borders. It is still true, as of today, that the religious Jews (Orthodox) follow the rabbinical view and oppose the idea of an Israeli state as an identity, believing instead in a religious identity. On the other hand, in the latter part of the 19th century, ethnic Jews who were not religious but secular became fascinated by the notion of ethnic identity along with the popular tide prevailing in Europe. Theodore Herzl was the pre-eminent leader of this group, and laid the cornerstone of what we know of as Zionism today. Zionism statehood was a secular movement in its beginnings with no regard for the Talmud, and was rejected by most rabbis. Not escaping nationalism that began in the 19th century was the undercurrent for all the conflicts of the 20th century. The logic was compelling, as the Jews needed a homeland where they could feel safe. British imperialism was at the centre of the conflict, promising territory in exchange for loyalty. At times, two or three different factions promised the same spot. That secular politics triumphed over ethical, religious ideology did not add rationality or legitimacy to the secular philosophy of Zionism. Rather, in some ways, it proved its absurdity. To fulfil its aims, it needed to become a “settler coloniser” patterned after the Rhodesia model led by Cecil Rhodes. The difference between conventional colonisation is that colonisers exploit the wealth of a country and subjugate the native population to colonial rule, whereas settler colonisers eliminate the native population and take over their lands. The United States is a blueprint of settler colonisation. The British were proud as colonisers. The Jewish return to Israel is a Protestant concept whose ideology is germane to Christianity, not Judaism, and will not be found in the Talmud. We cannot reconcile religious ethical values with a secular nationalist agenda. Mixing the two turns into a strange cocktail such as is equivalent to Nazism — which not only targeted Jews during the Second World War, but went after any racial or ethnic group that did not fit their desired racial profile. However, the paradox is in the context of statism; if there is an Israeli state, it should enjoy the full right to exist. The idea of a state predominated by Jews in itself is not an unlawful idea, but forcefully evicting Palestinians is the unlawfulness. So the present-day zealots, as new reformist rabbis in an attempt to place a religious seal on today’s atrocities, reach back into prehistory to regurgitate the Amalekites (deceased nation) where there was the alleged command to destroy all the Amalek, including their animals, women, children and suckling babies. These represent the right-wing views of the Likud party. This may seem to be an Islamist view; however, for clarity it will be useful to consult with persons such as Jeffrey D. Sacks, who is a Jew, world-renowned academic and professor at Cambridge University. He would say he is a Jew but not a Zionist, and will make the distinction between Zionism and Judaism from a Jewish perspective. The insanity begins when we consider Abraham as the father of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, and we ask the question, what was his religion? He for sure wasn’t a Christian or a Jew because these terminologies evolved much later. What we can all agree on is that he was known as an upright human. Hence, the Abraham Accords is a practical term but should be based on human equality and respect for diversity. In short, the Abraham Accords are best considered as an ethics-based spiritual approach, respecting diverse religions, not a secularist, ethnocentric plot that hinges on the oppression of any ethnicity or religion. The role and responsibility of modern-day Judaism is to free Israel and return it to its religious roots. I stand by Israel’s right to exist, but as a free society, respecting the rights and dignity of all.",
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      • "title": "Investing rule of ‘100 minus your age’",
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Anyone who knows me well would understand that this situation has greatly annoyed me, and I am still irritated by it. Financial advice was given, but financial advice was not taken, or, as I would bluntly put it: “Greed outweighed common sense.” The second of the seven deadly sins came back to bite them. Beyond this particular situation that I am clearly still reeling over, this reminded me of the days when I worked in the financial planning space and a very common question was frequently asked: “How much should I have in equities?” Too often, people do not understand how investment allocations need to change over time. One simple, widely cited rule of thumb for determining the appropriate allocation of your investment portfolio between stocks and fixed-income investments (such as bonds) is the “100 minus your age” rule. This rule suggests that the percentage of your investment portfolio allocated to stocks should be equal to 100 minus your age. The remaining percentage would then be devoted to fixed income investments. For example, a 30-year-old investor would allocate 70 per cent of their portfolio to stocks (100 - 30 = 70) and 30 per cent to fixed income. A 60-year-old investor, on the other hand, would allocate 40 per cent to stocks (100 - 60 = 40) and 60 per cent to fixed-income investments. The logic behind this rule is rooted in the inherent characteristics of stocks and fixed income investments. Stocks, representing ownership in companies, generally offer the potential for higher returns over the long term. However, they also come with greater volatility and risk. Their value can fluctuate significantly in the short term due to various economic and company-specific factors. Fixed-income investments, on the other hand, are essentially loans to governments or corporations. These investments are generally considered less risky than stocks and tend to provide more stable returns, albeit typically lower than those of stocks over extended periods. As you age, your investment time horizon shortens. If you are in your twenties or thirties, you likely have several decades before you need to access your investments for retirement or other long-term goals. This longer time horizon allows you to weather the inevitable ups and downs of the stock market. Even if the market experiences a downturn, you have ample time for it to recover before you need to sell your investments. Therefore, a higher allocation to stocks is generally recommended for younger investors to maximise their potential for long-term growth. Conversely, as you approach retirement, your investment time horizon shrinks. You will need to start drawing on your investments sooner, making you more vulnerable to short-term market fluctuations. A significant market downturn just before or during retirement could severely impact your financial security. Therefore, a higher allocation to fixed income investments, with their greater stability, is recommended for older investors to preserve their capital and reduce the risk of significant losses. The “100 minus your age” rule provides a straightforward framework for adjusting your portfolio allocation as you age, shifting from a more aggressive stance with a higher stock allocation to a more conservative approach with a higher fixed-income allocation. This gradual shift aims to balance the pursuit of growth with the need for capital preservation as your financial needs and time horizon change. However, it is crucial to understand that the “100 minus your age” rule is a simplification and should not be treated as an absolute, one-size-fits-all solution. Several factors can influence your ideal asset allocation, including your individual risk tolerance, financial goals, and overall financial situation. Risk tolerance is deeply personal. Some individuals are comfortable with greater potential for loss in exchange for the possibility of higher returns, while others prefer a more conservative approach, even if it means lower potential gains. If you have a low risk tolerance, you might consider a slightly lower stock allocation than suggested by the “100 minus your age” rule, regardless of your age. Conversely, if you have a high risk tolerance and a long investment horizon, you might opt for a slightly higher stock allocation. Your financial goals also play a significant role. If you have specific, shorter-term financial goals, such as saving for a down payment on a house in the next few years, you might need to adopt a more conservative investment strategy for those specific funds, even if your overall portfolio is allocated according to the “100 minus your age” rule. Furthermore, your overall financial situation, including your income, savings rate, and other assets, can influence your investment strategy. If you have a substantial emergency fund and a stable income, you might be able to take on slightly more risk in your investment portfolio. The “100 minus your age” rule serves as a useful starting point for thinking about your asset allocation. It provides a simple, intuitive way to understand how your investment strategy should evolve over time. With that said, it is essential to consider your individual circumstances and consult with a financial adviser to create a personalised investment plan that aligns with your specific needs, goals, and risk tolerance. Investing is a journey, not a destination, and a well-thought-out strategy is crucial for navigating the path to long-term financial success. • Carla Seely has 25 years of experience in the international financial services, wealth management and insurance industries. During her career, she has obtained several investment licenses through the Canadian Securities Institute. She holds the ACSI certification through the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investments (UK), the QAFP designation through FP Canada, and the AINS designation through The Institutes. She also holds a master’s degree in business and management from the University of Essex",
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      • "content": "Across our beautiful island home, we celebrate the mothers and mother figures who birth, nurture, and care for Bermuda’s next generation. As we honour Mother's Day, I offer this devotional reflection – particularly meaningful for me, as I recently welcomed a new little life into the world. Last year, I shared insights from my first pregnancy, focused on the wonder of abiding – how my baby abided in me, just as I abide in God. This year, however, my reflections have taken on a more sobering tone. While every pregnancy is different, this time I was more aware, more seasoned – and more spiritually stirred by what was ahead. Throughout the pregnancy, I found myself repeatedly drawn to the scriptures where Jesus compares spiritual trials and the end times to labour pains. Consider: “For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and they will lead many astray. And you will hear of wars and rumours of wars. See that you are not alarmed, for this must take place, but the end is not yet. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. 8 All these are but the beginning of the birth pains.” (Matthew 24:6–8, ESV) “There will be earthquakes ... famines. These are but the beginning of the birth pains.” (Mark 13:6–8, ESV) “Truly, truly, I say to you, you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice. You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn into joy. When a woman is giving birth, she has sorrow because her hour has come, but when she has delivered the baby, she no longer remembers the anguish, for joy that a human being has been born into the world. So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.” (John 16:20–22, ESV) Jesus uses birth not only to describe suffering, but to illustrate the hope and joy that follow. As I watched the world around me – political unrest, road fatalities, a rise in gun violence – I began to feel these scriptures in a new way. Like labour, we are in a season of intense pressure. And just like labour, this season is moving us towards something. In my eighth month, I found myself praying, “Lord, I’m ready.” I was tired. I knew what was coming, and I was willing to go through it for the joy of holding my child. That moment sparked a spiritual realisation: as Christians, we must get to a place where we are no longer attached to this world. We must be ready – ready to endure, ready to let go, ready to see Jesus face to face. Just as I wanted to be done with pregnancy, we should long for the day when this broken world is no more. Another key moment came during labour. I was grateful to have my mother by my side as both my mum and doula. She helped me labour at home for over 20 hours before transitioning to the hospital. My birth plan was to go natural – no medication, no unnecessary intervention. But upon arrival, every moment brought pressure to accept some form of medical assistance. Despite the staff’s good intentions, it felt like my plan was constantly being questioned. At one point, overwhelmed and nearing eight centimetres, I asked for the epidural – but it was too late. My mother reminded me I could do it. And I did. I tapped into a strength that I believe only God can provide. I want to be clear: thank God for medical interventions. So many lives – babies and mothers alike – are saved because of them. Two truths can coexist: medical help is both necessary and sometimes overused. What stayed with me was not a critique of medicine, but a spiritual lesson. Here’s what I learnt: there is a difference between people who respect your values and those who share them. Respect is valuable – but when you’re in the trenches, when you’re facing trial or temptation, it’s the people who share your faith who will speak life into you. Who will point you back to God. My mum did not just support my birth plan – she shared my belief in it. That made all the difference. This Mother’s Day, I invite you to reflect. Are we ready for what’s ahead? Are we willing to endure, not just for the sake of enduring, but for the joy set before us? And who are the people walking beside us – do they respect our walk, or do they share it? This pregnancy did not bring the same warm and fuzzy feelings as my first. But it brought wisdom, depth, and truth. I hope these reflections encourage you to consider where we are in God’s timeline – and how we can be intentional about the people we walk with, the faith we hold, and the journey we’re all on together. Blessings.",
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      • "description": "Dear Dave,My husband and I live in India. I’m from the US, and he was born here. When it comes to our finances, I manage our American investments, and he manages our Indian investments. Every month, ...",
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      • "description": "“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:14, NIVSome of my friends are construction workers like masons, carpente...",
      • "content": "“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalm 139:14, NIV Some of my friends are construction workers like masons, carpenters, and plumbers. I am always impressed when they tell me: “I built on that house some 20 or 30 years ago.” There is a certain pride in those statements, which I can totally understand. I always thought of people who create or produce real things with their work as especially lucky people. I guess there must be deep satisfaction when a house you built, a wall you painted, a piece of furniture you crafted or any other piece of work is still there even years later. The same is true for artwork. Of course pride in one’s work is not limited to those who create products. I guess a nurse or doctor might be deeply satisfied when she sees a patient she took care of once, or a mechanic sees a car he repaired running smoothly afterwards, or when a teacher meets a former student. You made a difference in this world. It does not even matter whether the product of the work is long lived. It can be satisfying when the restaurant guest obviously enjoys the special meal the chef prepared. Think of a farmer who harvests his crop to feed the people, or when a lawyer wins a case for her client and justice is served. How wonderful can music be, even though the sound is only there for an instant. It can change the whole day for the listener. We all are constantly part of God’s creations, and we keep working on it in many different ways. Our lines of work can be very different in nature. Our work might be a service or a product, and sometimes the results are not as obvious and easy to see, still, when our work has meaning to us and to others, it becomes special. Mind you, of course there are also some tasks we have to perform that seem less spectacular or meaningful. However, what we do (or what we leave undone) makes a difference in this world. Even jobs that are not highly recognised or paid well are of importance, and we all would notice if they were not performed. As a student I had summer jobs in a nearby factory, producing high-end designer door handles and wardrobe hooks which are often used in public buildings, even in Bermuda. When I worked there I just needed money for the next semester. I tried to do a good job, but I was not involved in the design or even in the ins and outs of production. More or less, I put a metal piece in a machine, closed a door, and after a few seconds took the finished products out of the machine, the same movement for 8 hours a day. If the door handles showed any flaws or when problems arose, I called my supervisor. Still, I recognise the product line when I see it and think: Look at this, I once worked in that factory; and it fills me with a sense of pride and satisfaction. Imagine how God feels about his creation and in particular his special creatures, us humans. There are about 50 trillion cells in each of us, 500 times more than stars in our galaxy. Those cells have to work together in harmony to make the organism work. And each one of us is at the same time unique. Not only our fingerprints, DNA, or looks are unique, but our whole being is, the way we perceive the world and how we respond to it. Our body, mind and soul form a unique person: I am unique and you are unique. Isn’t it because of this uniqueness that we feel grief when a loved one has passed? Nobody can replace another person. Each one of us is special and extraordinarily unique and God created us because he wanted each and every one of us to be part of his creation. The apostle Paul writes in Ephesians 2:10 “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” (NIV) Kind David pondered about this uniqueness in Psalm 139. It is one of my favourite psalms. In this psalm, King David begins with the idea that God knows us like nobody else, he knows our ins and outs, how we were formed and made, and God knows where we are at any given moment. God has an incredible interest in each and every one of us. We might try to separate from him at times, to flee and hide from him, David says, but no matter were we go, God is already there and sees us and tries to connect with us. God had something specific in mind when he created us. We are part of a much bigger picture, and we have significance in this picture. It is a piece of art and God is proud of it. Last week my wife and I visited the National Gallery and saw an art exhibition about sunflowers and also other unique exhibits by different artists. We enjoyed the art work, the creativity, the colours and joy it entailed. Have you ever wondered how an artist came up with the ideas, how she followed through and how the finished piece finally came to be? At one point in his psalm, King David interjects: “Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain.” (Psalm 139:6, NIV) Maybe I like this psalm because it reminds me that I was planned, I am not an accident, not just a whim of nature. In moments when life perhaps seems empty or meaningless, when my work might feel a little in vain, these words remind me that I am significant, unique and important. I am so important to my God that he seeks me out, that he longs to find me. The Gospel of John is all about this relationship between God and us. Like David in Psalm 139 and the Bible as a whole, John begins with the creation. From the very beginning God had a plan for this world. From the very beginning Jesus was involved in the creation as the creative Word of God, and in time the Word became flesh. This Word, Jesus Christ, is all about relationship and love, agape in the language of the New Testament. Everything is about love, all the law and all the prophets are summed up in the idea of love, Jesus says. Love God and love your neighbour as yourself. Why? “For God so loved the world,” John says, “that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16, NIV) Knowing about this love, I read the Bible with new eyes. I hear God talking to me like he had Jeremiah talk to the Israelite in captivity: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,” declares the Lord. (Jeremiah 29:11-14a). • Karsten Decker is a German theologian with a double degree equivalent to an MTheol and MDiv. 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      • "title": "Islam holds mother-child bond as sacred",
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      • "content": "My mother, my mother, my mother — how deeply I love and miss her. Although my mum’s earthly and physical presence is not seen, her spiritual presence together with her wisdom and nurturing heart remains with me — ever present, ever comforting, ever loving. My mother still guides me, comforts me, and surrounds me with love that is as strong as ever. I know many of you understand this feeling, for there is truly no one like a mother. Our mothers, whether living or having lived, are always and for ever in our hearts. That's how fierce and immensely potent a mother’s love is and that’s why she is loved, deeply respected and highly honoured. Mothers are divinely phenomenal. A man asked Prophet Muhammad (pbuh): “Who is most deserving of my good companionship?” The Prophet said: “Your mother.” The man asked: “Then who?” The Prophet replied: “Your mother.” The man asked again: “Then who?” The Prophet replied: “Your mother.” The man asked again: “Then who?” The Prophet said: “Your father.” (Sahih Bukhari and Muslim) This threefold emphasis shows how deeply Islam honours the mother’s role and sacrifice. A mother’s role is pivotal in shaping the character of her child, especially when working in tandem with their father; the father as the provider, protector and disciplinarian, while the mother brings her nurturing and other gentle qualities into the parenting role. The result is an awesome outcome of well-adjusted and respectful human beings. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said: “Paradise lies beneath the feet of mothers.” (Sunan an-Nasa’i, Musnad Ahmad) This is often interpreted to mean that serving and honouring one’s mother is a direct path to God’s pleasure and reward. It is said a mother’s prayer is powerful. The supplication (du‘a) of a mother for her child is considered among the most sincere and powerful acts. Islamic scholars often stress that a mother’s heart is uniquely connected to her child, and her prayers reach Allah quickly because of their sincerity. Her du‘a is a special blessing from Allah, making every moment brighter. A mother's prayer is full of love and care, and constant protective veil over her child. Islam holds the mother-child bond as sacred, life-giving, and deeply spiritual. It is a bond of mercy, sacrifice, and divine favour. The bond between a mother and child is often described as mystical because it transcends words and logic. From the moment a child begins to form in the womb, a deep connection is created — physical, emotional and spiritual. There is the physical connection: before birth, the child lives within the mother, nourished directly by her body. Even after birth, that connection continues through feeding, touch, and closeness. The body remembers this closeness, creating a sense of security. The emotional factor is powerful. Many mothers can sense their child’s needs, pain, or joy without a word being spoken. There is a natural empathy that often develops — almost a shared emotional field. Here recently, science has backed this theory. Most times a mother loves unconditionally. The love a mother feels for her child is unexplainable and so very protective. This love shapes how the child understands trust, care, and safety and has a lasting impact, even as the child grows and becomes independent, that bond remains. The mother’s influence echoes in the child’s personality, choices, and sense of self-worth. The Koran says: “And we have enjoined upon man [care] for his parents. His mother carried him, [increasing her] in weakness upon weakness, and his weaning is in two years. Be grateful to me and to your parents; to me is the final destination.” (Surah Luqman, 31:14) This verse reflects the physical and emotional toll of motherhood and links gratitude to one’s parents with gratitude to God. This mystical bond is why losing or being separated from a mother can be deeply painful, and why honouring and caring for her is so important in many traditions. My heart goes out to the mothers that are grieving over the loss of their children. Our condolences and our prayers for comfort and relief go out to them. Bermuda honour and love your mothers as you are divinely commanded to do. Indeed, it well help in your success in this life and the next. Happy Mother’s Day, but most of all, may all her days be honoured and happy. Bermuda, continue to demand justice and immediate ceasefire wherever bombs are unmercifully and relentlessly blasting. Continue to demand peace, let the bombings immediately and permanently cease. Let us continue to pray for healing for our island home to return to sanity, peace and love for each other. Stop the violence for humanity's sake. As salaam alaikum (peace be unto you). • Linda Walia Ming is a member of the Bermuda Hijab Dawah Team, a group of Muslim women who reside in Bermuda and have a goal of educating the community about the religion of Islam",
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      • "description": "The One Bermuda Alliance said they have “deep concerns” over what they termed the “Government’s repeated failure to meet its legal and governance responsibilities in tabling key national reports,” OBA Leader Jarion Richardson said. Mr Richardson said, “This morning in the House of Assembly, the Government confirmed that the Annual Report of the Registry General [...]",
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      • "description": "The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 9] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. Registrar Registrar Of Companies Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0491/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Registrar of Companies Publication date: 09 May, 2025 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment [...]",
      • "content": "The for today [May 9] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered and notice of intended marriage. Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Registrar Of Companies Ministry Of Finance Mr. Joel Boisson, Manager, Operations, has been appointed to act as Registrar of Companies during the period 12th May 2025 – 14th May 2025. Cherie-lynn A. Whitter The Head of the Public Service The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal [https://planningenergov.gov.bm/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService#/home], or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm week days at the Department of Planning, 5th Floor, Dame Lois Browne Evans Building, 58 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12. Any person wishing to object must do so within 14 days of the date advertised. For further information on the objection procedure see the Development and Planning [Applications Procedure] Rules 1997 and the Objections Guidance Note found on the Department website [www.planning.gov.bm]. Hamilton S0005‐25 Rodwyn Tucker & Mr. D. Bull 2 Walsingham Lane & 64 Harrington Sound Road Boundary Adjustment [Final Approval] Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Bermuda Police Service His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Andrew Murdoch has appointed Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mr. Antoine E. Daniels, BSc FCMI as Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police for the period Saturday, 10 May through to Sunday, 18 May 2025 inclusive. Dated this 24 day of April 2025 Andrew Murdoch Governor Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Bermuda Police Service His Excellency the Governor, Mr. Andrew Murdoch has appointed Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mrs. Na’imah Astwood OTPM as Acting Commissioner of Police for the period Saturday, 10 May through to Sunday, 18 May 2025 inclusive. Dated this 24 day of April 2025 Andrew Murdoch Governor The Marriage Act, 1944 Notice of Intended Marriage The persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- Sean David Whiting of Hamilton Parish [Single] and Merlita Canete Dungo of Hamilton Parish [Single] Any person knowing any just cause or impediment why this marriage should not be allowed should enter caveat forthwith in the office of the Registrar General. Dated this 7th day of May 2025. Aubrey Pennyman Registrar General The official notices above have been republished from the relevant section on the official Government website. If you wish to view ‘hard copies’, the Department of Libraries & Archives prints them and you can visit the main library on Queen Street or the Government Archives in the Government Administration Building on Parliament Street to view them. :",
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      • "title": "Appleby KC presents at trust conferences",
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      • "description": "Claire van Overdijk KC, Appleby Bermuda’s dispute resolution partner, will be a presenter at two trust conferences at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club this month.She will speak at the Transcontinental ...",
      • "content": "Claire van Overdijk KC, Appleby Bermuda’s dispute resolution partner, will be a presenter at two trust conferences at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club this month. She will speak at the Transcontinental Trusts Bermuda conference taking place May 14 to 16, where Appleby will be a corporate sponsor. The firm will also sponsor the Private Client Exchange Bermuda event taking place May 12 to 13, where Ms van Overdijk will also make a presentation. Appleby said: “The three-day Transcontinental Trusts conference attracts over 200 practitioners from around the globe, providing an opportunity to discuss current challenges impacting trusts internationally while connecting with the full breadth of the private client network. “Claire will speak on the May 15 panel, ‘ADR for trusts – pros and cons of mediation and arbitration vs court’. “The Private Client Exchange brings together experts in the private wealth sector for intimate discussions on key issues, providing unparalleled networking opportunities. Claire will also speak on the May 12 panel, ‘Exchange Three: Trusting Your Decisions’. Ms van Overdijk commented: “Appleby is proud to participate and support in bringing the world’s leading trusts experts together to see what we have to offer as a leading trusts domicile. “I feel privileged to be invited to speak at these two pre-eminent international trusts conferences, and it is wonderful to see Bermuda once again welcoming so many international delegates to the island, which will be immensely beneficial for our trusts and private wealth sector.” She has extensive experience in contentious and non-contentious trust and estate disputes as well as commercial and civil litigation. As a specialist in the resolution of complex disputes, Claire’s practice is principally contentious extending to advocacy, strategic expertise and tactical advice in domestic and multi-jurisdictional high-value litigation. She also advises on domestic and offshore wealth structuring and estate planning matters including the creation, restructuring and termination of trust structures, matters relating to trust administration, as well as probate and testamentary issues. She is ranked by Chambers and Partners in their High Net Worth Offshore Trusts category in 2024 and is featured in the highly respected Private Client Global Elite Directory. Other trusts legal experts from our Private Client & Trusts and Dispute Resolution departments attending the conferences include Partners Nicola Bruce and Sam Riihiluoma, and Senior Counsel Vanessa Schrum.",
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      • "content": "The Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF] in Miami ”provided a platform to share updates on Bermuda’s clean energy progress, including our proposed Integrated Resource Plan and the successes from the electrification of our public bus fleet,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 9], the Minister said, “As my first overseas engagement as Minister of Home Affairs, CREF offered an invaluable opportunity to represent Bermuda’s interests on the international stage alongside our Caribbean neighbours in joint pursuit of a fairer, cleaner energy future. “Bermuda’s participation in CREF was grounded in the recognition that our island faces complex barriers to energy equity—from our reliance on imported fossil fuels to the constraints of limited land and aging infrastructure. Through consultation, target-setting, and disciplined execution, we will continue to champion a strategy that modernizes Bermuda’s power sector with the goal of lowering household costs, reducing emissions, and building system resilience.” Mr. Speaker, I rise today to inform this Honourable House of the Government of Bermuda’s participation in the 2025 Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF], which took place from May 7th and concluded today, May 9th, in Miami, Florida. Now in its seventeenth year, CREF continues to be a key event bringing together ministers, regulators, utilities, investors, and international development partners united by a shared commitment to climate resilience and energy affordability. As my first overseas engagement as Minister of Home Affairs, CREF offered an invaluable opportunity to represent Bermuda’s interests on the international stage alongside our Caribbean neighbours in joint pursuit of a fairer, cleaner energy future. Mr. Speaker, Bermuda’s participation in CREF was grounded in the recognition that our island faces complex barriers to energy equity—from our reliance on imported fossil fuels to the constraints of limited land and aging infrastructure. Through consultation, target-setting, and disciplined execution, we will continue to champion a strategy that modernizes Bermuda’s power sector with the goal of lowering household costs, reducing emissions, and building system resilience. Mr. Speaker, CREF further provided a platform to share updates on Bermuda’s clean energy progress, including our proposed Integrated Resource Plan and the successes from the electrification of our public bus fleet through the support of Rocky Mountain Institute. While still under regulatory review, this proposed IRP builds on the foundation of the existing IRP and is further informed by technological advancements and critical insights that better inform Bermuda’s prospective energy mix. Upon the completion of the Regulatory Authority’s review process, I look forward to updating this Honourable House. Mr. Speaker, While attending CREF, I had the privilege of participating in the Women in Renewable Energy Luncheon and the Ministerial Roundtable entitled “Diverse Pathways to Energy Transition in the Caribbean.” I joined ministerial colleagues from islands large and small to discuss our respective policy approaches, regulatory tools, and investment environments. It was a privilege to share Bermuda’s experience and our ambition to balance affordability with innovation, to integrate public trust through education, and to ensure that our regulatory and legislative environment remains agile enough to accommodate emerging technologies and financing models. This roundtable affirmed that while no two jurisdictions are identical, our region is strongest when we learn from one another and confront shared challenges together. Mr. Speaker, I also held a bilateral meeting with the United Kingdom’s Under Secretary for Energy Security and Net Zero, Under Secretary McCarthy. During our engagement, Under Secretary McCarthy expressed an interest to better support Bermuda through facilitating greater access to resources to advance our energy agenda. Mr. Speaker, As Bermuda continues its work to finalize the proposed IRP through the RA, expand solar deployment, explore the feasibility of innovative technologies, and strengthen community resilience, CREF served as a powerful reminder that we are not navigating this path alone. We are part of a broader movement to redefine energy as a public good, not a luxury; and as a platform to advance equity, not exclusion. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. : , ,",
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      • "title": "Housing trust faces challenges accommodating seniors",
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      • "description": "Up to 100 seniors are on a waiting list for Bermuda Housing Trust accommodation, the Deputy Premier told MPs today, as demand among older people for properties continues to rise.Zane DeSilva highligh...",
      • "content": "Up to 100 seniors are on a waiting list for Bermuda Housing Trust accommodation, the Deputy Premier told MPs today, as demand among older people for properties continues to rise. Zane DeSilva highlighted challenges facing the organisation and also noted progress in its work as well as its “clean and unqualified audit” for fiscal year 2023-24 . The BHT was set up in 1965 to provide affordable rental accommodation for seniors who can live independently and has five properties across the island — Heydon Park, Dr Cann Park, Elizabeth Hill Park, Purvis Park and Ferguson Park. About 200 people live in the units. Mr DeSilva, who is also the Minister of Housing and Municipalities, said: “While the audited financial statements reflect a sound financial position, the trustees have requested that I also communicate their caution — this picture must be considered in context. “Financial pressures loom large, and challenges persist in fulfilling their mandate to provide affordable, quality rental accommodation for Bermuda’s seniors.” He noted that the island’s ageing population — with projections indicating that one in four residents will be aged 65 or older by next year — meant demand for senior housing was rising. Mr DeSilva told the House of Assembly: “The trust maintains a waiting list of between 50 and 100 qualified applicants — applications, I note, are only accepted from individuals aged 65 and above. “A second challenge lies in balancing priority placements for those in urgent need while maintaining the housing stock. This is no easy task. “Even more difficult is the trust’s effort to continue its longstanding policy of not increasing rent for sitting tenants — regardless of the length of tenancy. “In today’s climate of rising prices, this is no small achievement. “Although this policy has largely been maintained, the trustees have, out of necessity, introduced marginal rent increases applicable only to new tenants. “These increases are due to the mounting costs of maintaining an ageing housing inventory. “Contractors for significant maintenance work are not always easily secured and scheduling must be carefully managed around the needs of elderly tenants.” He said that progress included the completion of roof repairs at Dr Cann Park, the largest BHT property, where recaulking and sealing work is under way to address longstanding leak issues. The public works ministry, as it was then, supported the work by providing private engineering resources to assist with oversight of the project. Mr DeSilva said that the trust had formalised a part-time role into a full-time post. “Ms Judy Knight, who for over a decade provided valuable support to tenants, has stepped down, and the position has been taken up by Ms Quayante Watson as the new rental agent,” he added. The Deputy Premier, who thanked the BHT trustees, said: “It is important to note that the Bermuda Housing Trust currently receives no direct financial support from the Government. “Nevertheless, last year, the Ministry of Public Works — together with the Bermuda Housing Corporation — provided invaluable support through architectural, engineering, project management and maintenance services, for which the trustees are deeply grateful.” The BHT financials for year-end March 31, 2024, showed revenues of $1.96 million and expenses of $2.13 million, giving an annual deficit of $162,943. They showed that the accumulated surplus from operations went from $10.7 million at the beginning of the year to $10.53 at the end. A note to the report said that a contract to recaulk and paint Dr Cann Park was signed with Koba Industries for more than $400,000. It added: “The services of an engineer have been provided by the Government to prepare a five-year maintenance plan/condition survey for Dr Cann Park. “The report dated July 31, 2024 identifies the critical areas of infrastructure requiring remediation and estimates that expenditure to remediate and improve the infrastructure could cost as much as $2.3 million over the next five years.” The note said that as at October 31, there were 16 vacant units at Dr Cann Park pending remediation and explained that the “safest course of action” was to remediate the unoccupied units as work proceeded, “bearing in mind that the tenants are seniors”. It added: “The vacant units will be made available to new residents in 2025 as soon as the necessary work is completed.” • To see the ministerial statement in full, see Related Media",
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      • "title": "RA Can Accept BGSUI Licence Applications",
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      • "description": "“The Regulatory Authority is now in a position to accept applications for BGSUI Licences,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said in the House of Assembly today [May 9]. The Minister said, “The intent of this licence was to address critical energy challenges faced by important public institutions such as the National Sports Centre, which [...]",
      • "content": "“The Regulatory Authority is now in a position to accept applications for BGSUI Licences,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said in the House of Assembly today [May 9]. The Minister said, “The intent of this licence was to address critical energy challenges faced by important public institutions such as the National Sports Centre, which offers accessible services to the public but faces high operational costs, including overhead electricity expenses. Similar challenges are faced by other government facilities and statutory bodies that provide affordable public services. These institutions must be empowered to reduce their energy expenses to maintain operations that directly benefit the people of Bermuda. “Under the conditions of the BGSUI Licence, the licence holder is permitted to generate electricity above the 500 kilowatt threshold solely for its own use at the principal location. However, to protect the financial sustainability of the electricity grid, the licence limits the amount of electricity that may be sold to the Transmission, Distribution and Retail licensee to no more than 30 percent of the total electricity generated in any given month. Any electricity generated above this limit cannot be sold and will not be compensated. This condition ensures that the licence is used primarily for self-supply and not as a backdoor mechanism for commercial resale.” Mr. Speaker, Honourable Members may recall that in September 2024, the Government tabled the Electricity Amendment Act 2024, which introduced a new licensing framework under the Electricity Act 2016 for developments generating electricity in excess of 500 kilowatts. This new licence class, referred to as the Bulk Generation Sole Use Installation or BGSUI Licence, was created to provide a pathway for entities to produce renewable electricity for their own use at their principal location. Mr. Speaker, The intent of this licence was to address critical energy challenges faced by important public institutions such as the National Sports Centre, which offers accessible services to the public but faces high operational costs, including overhead electricity expenses. Similar challenges are faced by other government facilities and statutory bodies that provide affordable public services. These institutions must be empowered to reduce their energy expenses to maintain operations that directly benefit the people of Bermuda. I am pleased to update this Honourable House that the Regulatory Authority is now in a position to accept applications for BGSUI Licences. Mr. Speaker, Under the conditions of the BGSUI Licence, the licence holder is permitted to generate electricity above the 500 kilowatt threshold solely for its own use at the principal location. However, to protect the financial sustainability of the electricity grid, the licence limits the amount of electricity that may be sold to the Transmission, Distribution and Retail licensee to no more than 30 percent of the total electricity generated in any given month. Any electricity generated above this limit cannot be sold and will not be compensated. This condition ensures that the licence is used primarily for self-supply and not as a backdoor mechanism for commercial resale. Mr. Speaker, While the BGSUI Licence is an important step in helping government departments and large institutions reduce their energy expenses, the Government must also protect those residential customers who continue to rely fully on the grid and who may not have the financial means to invest in solar photovoltaic systems. If the cost of maintaining the grid is shifted away from large consumers who self-generate and toward households who cannot, the result would be an unfair burden on those least able to pay. For this reason, the Government and the Regulatory Authority are working closely to ensure that fixed and variable electricity costs remain fairly allocated. This includes reviewing legislation, licensing conditions and regulatory tools to prevent unintended consequences that could undermine our goal of energy affordability for all. Mr. Speaker, This Government remains committed to promoting clean, renewable and affordable energy for Bermuda, while safeguarding the interests of all ratepayers. The implementation of the BGSUI Licence strikes this balance, offering a path forward for large institutions in need of energy cost relief while maintaining regulatory discipline to protect the public good. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. : ,",
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      • "title": "MPs Urge Unified Stand Against Gun Violence",
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      • "description": "[Written by Patrick Bean] “We become responsible for the actions of others the instant we become conscious of what they are doing wrong and fail to remind them of what is right.” – Suzy Kassem. Gun violence, among the more deadly aspects of antisocial behaviour, is the responsibility of all Bermudians, one which only a [...]",
      • "content": "[Written by ] “ ” – Suzy Kassem. Gun violence, among the more deadly aspects of antisocial behaviour, is the responsibility of all Bermudians, one which only a courageous, unflinching, collective effort can resolve. So inferred Deputy Premier Zane DeSilva, Minister of National Security Michael Weeks and Opposition counterpart Robert King during speeches at The Deputy Premier, Minister and his Shadow offered remarks detailing how the community has to stand together and be uncompromising in its rejection of gun violence and demand for higher standards of conduct. Minister Weeks pointed out that while those committing atrocities, such as the murderous rampage that took place at Legends Bar last week, represent a minority, it is the majority’s task to address and effect the eradication of root causes. “These gatherings are good, but if we are going to make a real change, the change that is necessary, we have to stand up, we have to speak up,” began the Minister. “Because for us to make the necessary change, we have to call a spade a spade, so to speak. “We know what is happening in our community. Somerset is not the only community that is crying out. “In the couple of years that I have been Minister, I have been to more than my share of these gatherings. “We come together. We burn candles. We say things that are nice. But if we’re going to make a change, brothers and sisters, we have to stand up, we have to speak up, we have to call it out as it is. That’s the only way we are going to save lives. “Because these young guys that are doing what they are doing are not somebody else’s children, they are our children. So we have to get up, we have to stand up and call it as it is. “Like most of you, I am a parent. If I see one of my children doing something untoward, I call him on it, and they know that if something they do is against the law, and they come into my house, they cannot find shelter with me. “These young guys are finding shelter somewhere. So now as a community, not just the Somerset community but a Bermuda community, we have to stand up wherever we are. “We have to speak up wherever we are and those two together will equate to our saving some lives.” Similarly, forceful in his appeal to local residents was King, who noted relevant education as a critical component within the fight against gun violence. “These are weary, difficult times in this community and it requires us to make some tough decisions about how we are going to respond to this,” said King. “Are we going to respond with passion, love and understanding to preserve life, or are we going to use violence to seek revenge and then have another funeral. “These are difficult choices that this community is being asked to make, and at this time we must support our brothers and sisters as we go through this process. “As speakers before me have said and as you have felt yourself in the homes and on the streets with your friends and family in conversations that you’ve had ... enough is enough. “How many young people have to die by the gun in this country before we say, ‘Enough is enough’? “How many funerals do we have to go to for young people instead of the old? “This needs to stop. But the only way it will stop is if we do things differently. It means that we will tell the truth. It means that when certain decisions are being made about certain behaviours, we are not going to turn a blind eye to it. “And it will be difficult. And it is necessary if we want to change the mindset and preserve life, instead of going to another funeral. “All I am asking is that we be guided by the seeking of peace, justice for the lives by promoting peace. “Imagine what this community would look like if we chose peace and instead of having that derelict building across the street instead we have a community centre, where people can get homework support, put on a dawn, do something that nourishes and nurtures this community instead of destroying it. “This is a time when the community needs to come together and tangibly honour the lives that were lost by the gun. “I ask you for compassion and understanding in choosing the difficult for a right way forward.” : ,",
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      • "title": "Bermuda charity and Boston hospital celebrate links",
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      • "content": "A special dinner celebrated the ongoing collaboration between Mass General Brigham and the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre. The conversation at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club’s Intrepid restaurant centred around the topic “Bermuda to Boston: The Bermudian Cancer Patient Experience”. Among the speakers were doctors including Chris Fosker, the medical director and designate chief executive of BCHC; Shyam Tanguturi, the director of global oncology at Mass General Brigham; and Ephraim Hochberg, medical director for international patient services at Massachusetts General Hospital. Chief Inspector Arthur Glasford of the Bermuda Police Service, a two-time cancer survivor and patient of both organisations, shared his positive experience of the care he received. The group reflected on the importance of cross-border co-operation, integrated care and the resilience of Bermudian patients. Dr Hochberg said: “Our relationship with Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre means that Bermudian patients can get the best of both worlds — expert care at home and access to specialised treatment in Boston when needed. “It’s about working together to support each patient’s journey, making sure they feel cared-for every step of the way.” Dr Fosker added: “At Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre, our focus has always been on ensuring that everyone in Bermuda facing cancer receives timely, high-quality and compassionate care. “Our relationship with Mass General Brigham allows us to provide that to all patients. “Trust is an essential component of healthcare and evenings like this are a reminder of how our integrated clinical pathways with the teams in Boston ensure that no patient walks alone.”",
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