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The Bermuda national cricket team has won their fourth straight match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub Regional Qualifier after defeating Brazil by 87 runs in Buenos Aires, Argentina, today [December 11]. Batting first, Bermuda scored 149 for the loss of four wickets, with Tre Manders scoring 52, Alex Dore 30 and […]

The QBE Foundation made a significant donation to the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] through their corporate community investment programme. A spokesperson said, “With a focus on building strong, resilient and inclusive communities in which QBE serves, the donation provides funds to make the most impactful contribution to essential areas of local education and conservation initiatives. […]

Thursday, December 12 is expected to become mostly sunny, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 7.11am and sunset will be at 5.14pm. […]

The United States Consulate General hosted a meeting with the Ministry of Transport and a visiting delegation from U.S. Customs and Border Protection [CBP] on December 5th which “marked the launch of a collaborative effort to enhance the relationship between the Ministry of Transport and CBP in delivering secure, high-quality services at Bermuda’s airport.” Emily […]

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Blaine Simmons] “Step into the fire of self-discovery. This fire will not burn you, it will only burn what you are not.” – Mooji These words stayed with me during my time in prison. At my lowest, facing a system that nearly stole my freedom, I embraced prayer, reflected […]

[Opinion column written by MP Wayne Caines] Today, I write as a former Minister of National Security, but more importantly, as a son of Bermuda, a witness to its pain, and a believer in its promise. I have walked the streets marked by the scars of gang violence. I have looked into the eyes of […]

Five Bermudians – Za’Khari Parsons, Derrick Grant, Cairbre Ingemann, Sheun Simmons, and Maurice Hansey – successfully completed a five-week Introduction to Basic Appliance Repair Course as well as overseas training. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Workforce Development proudly announces that five outstanding Bermudians successfully completed its five-week Introduction to Basic Appliance Repair Course […]

The police are continuing to investigate the murder of Steve Parkes, which occurred in December 2023 in Devonshire, and are appealing for anybody with information to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “Detectives continue to investigate the murder of Steve Parkes, which occurred around 7:48pm Monday, 11th December 2023 in the Mary Victoria Road, […]

The Bermuda Arts Council celebrated the achievements of 2024 Student Grant recipients Johnae Tucker, Honor Minors, and Vidya Cannonier Watson. A spokesperson said, “These talented young women are blazing trails in the performing arts, having secured places at prestigious institutions including the London School of Musical Theatre, the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, and the Tring […]

Hamilton Rotary Interact Club members planted a Bermuda Cedar at Warwick Academy as part of the Rotary Clubs’ centenary tree-planting project. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday, 8th December 2024, a dozen young people joined with Rotarians at Warwick Academy to plant, on the school grounds, a beautiful and healthy young Bermuda Cedar [juniperus bermudiana]. These students […]

The Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF] will host a weekend of All-Star events, featuring netball on Friday night at Warwick Academy and football on Saturday at PHC Field. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda School Sports Federation will host a weekend of All Star sports this weekend. “On Friday night Netball takes centre stage when the […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] With the NFL regular season winding down, there are a handful of coaches around the league who are coaching for their jobs in the final few weeks. Among those on the proverbial hot seat is Las Vegas Raiders’ first-year head coach Antonio Pierce, the son of Bermudian Cleo Burrows, who was […]

LeiLanni Nesbeth has been named in the Chicago Red Star’s end-of-year roster. The Bermuda women’s national team midfielder is among 22 players retained by the National Women’s Soccer League [NWSL] side. Nesbeth signed a three-year deal with Chicago after being selected by them in the NWSL Draft in January. The 23-year-old made 17 appearances for […]

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announced the return of its “Eat, Shop, Play” Shop to Win Draw, running from Monday, December 9th through Monday, January 6th. A spokesperson said, “This initiative invites the public to explore and support businesses in Bermuda’s Economic Empowerment Zones [EEZs], including Somerset, North East Hamilton, South East Hamilton, and […]

The Goodwill Bermuda Pro-Am is in full swing, with the second round delivering another day of spectacular golf across three of the island’s courses. Belmont Hills: Metropolis GC Takes Charge At Belmont Hills, the Metropolis Golf Club team, led by pro Craig Thomas and featuring Gary Kaye, Don Chaplin, and Robert Bernstein, fired a sizzling […]

Sanaa Morris and her Howard University’s women’s track and field team finished a close second to Harvard University at the HBCU & Ivy Challenge held at the Gordon Indoor Track. Harvard edged Howard by a single point, 117-116. Sanaa Morris competed in multiple events for Howard. She finished 16th in the Women’s 60 Meter Dash […]

Brit Ltd [Brit] announced that AM Best has affirmed its rating for Brit Re. A spokesperson said, “The affirmed rating comes following the announcement of Brit Re’s strategy to drive significant expansion across property, casualty and specialty reinsurance as a full service Bermudian reinsurance platform. “In affirming Brit Re’s rating, AM Best assessed its balance […]

Week 13 of the continental bowling league delivered upsets and close matches at the Warwick Bowl, resulting in a shakeup in the standings. Sunset, currently in eighth place, defeated the ninth-place Invaders 18-9. Spicenix, in fourth place, beat seventh-place New Hope with an identical score of 18-9. The second-place Nifty Rollers dominated the fifth-place Astronauts […]

The Bank of Butterfield announced that its Board of Directors has “approved a $100 million ordinary share repurchase program pursuant to which the Bank is authorized to purchase up to 2.7 million of its ordinary shares through December 31, 2025.” Michael Collins, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “I am pleased to announce a new […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a snorkeling Santa Claus exploring the island’s crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. You can find more Christmas-themed designs at Bermudacovers.com. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a […]

Nicholas Christopher performed at the at MCC Theater’s Miscast24 gala. The YouTube description said said, “Nicholas Christopher sings “One Night Only” from the musical DREAMGIRLS at MCC Theater’s MISCAST24. MCC Theater’s annual MISCAST gala is a one-night-only musical spectacular featuring Broadway’s hottest stars performing songs from roles in which they would not traditionally be cast! Related […]

UMBC senior Za’Kayza Parsons placed fifth in the 60-meter dash and sixth in the long jump at the St. John’s University Youree Spence-Garcia invitational on Friday. Parsons clocked a time of 7.80 seconds in the 60-meter dash, finishing fourth in her heat. Her time was the fifth-fastest overall in the event. In the long jump, […]

December 10 saw 60,524 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $ 651,372.95 BD. 14,024 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 4.0% at $37.50 per share, while another 2,600 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing even up 2.9% at $18.58 per share. 43,100 shares were traded by […]

On Thursday [Dec 5] a crowd of over 80 students, teachers, family members, sponsors, and judges gathered at the National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] for the Grundy Youth Photography Competition prize giving and exhibit opening. A spokesperson said, “In memory of Dr. Reg Grundy, AC, OBE, whose photographic legacy and passion for Bermuda live on […]

The Ministry of Public Works advised that a single-lane closure will be in effect at Lower Ferry, Harbour Road in Paget, to accommodate retaining wall repair works. A Government spokesperson said, “This closure will commence on Wednesday, 11 December 2024, and remain in place until Friday, 20 December 2024. Working hours will be from 7:30 […]

The Bermuda national cricket team won their third straight match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub Regional Qualifier after defeating Mexico by six wickets in Buenos Aires, Argentina, today [December 10]. Mexico, who elected to bat, scored 96 for the loss of nine wickets from their allotted overs, with Jermal Proctor, Kevon […]

The Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre will be closed on Sunday [Dec 15] “due to a shortage of staff.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board advises the public that due to a shortage of staff, the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre [UCC] will be closed on Sunday, December 15, 2024. “The UCC will be open […]

Adrian Trott’s Amherst College defeated fellow Bermudian Peter Silvester’s Connecticut College in the NESCAC National Championship game at the Peter Johann Memorial Field in Nevada, Las Vegas. The match went to a penalty shootout after remaining goalless after 110 minutes of action, which Amhurst ultimately won 4-3. Goalkeeper Silvester made six saves during the game […]

A free Kwanzaa celebration was held this weekend at the new Treehouse in Hamilton, featuring refreshments and activities including a vendor’s market, tours, a mini Kwanzaa workshop and more. A spokesperson previously said, ““Kwanzaa is a time for families and communities to come together to remember the past and to celebrate African culture. In Bermuda, […]

The Gina Spence Program [GSP] announced the return of its Annual Christmas Gift of Giving Campaign, and said they are “calling on every household in Bermuda to join us in uplifting children, families, and seniors during the holiday season.” A spokesperson said, “The campaign will culminate in a community distribution event on December 14th, 2024, at […]

The U.S. Coast Guard and the tanker ship Orange Ocean rescued a solo boater from his burning and sinking vessel, 420 miles north of Puerto Rico, during his voyage from Bermuda to St. Maarten. The U.S. Coast Guard said, “Coast Guard watchstanders and the crew of the tanker ship Orange Ocean coordinated the rescue of […]

Dr. Kyjuan Brown and his Dr. Brown’s Hair Restoration Clinic have released the results of the island’s “first-ever Turkish hair transplant procedures.” A spokesperson said, “In a groundbreaking milestone for Bermuda, Dr. Kyjuan Brown and his team at his Dr. Brown’s Hair Restoration Clinic, located upstairs of Northshore Medical Center, have released the stunning 4-month […]

Isabella Howes competed in six events for the Western University women’s swimming team, helping her team to a second-place finish at the OUA Stratten divisional championships at the Athletic Centre Pool. Western amassed 882 points, second only to the University of Toronto. Howes swam the second leg for Western’s ‘B’ team in the 200-meter freestyle […]

Golfers from 54 teams from around the world are in action at the Bermuda Goodwill Tournament at the island’s top courses – Belmont Hills, Port Royal and Tucker’s Point. At Belmont Hills, the team from St Andrews Links, led by pro Cole Lum and featuring Kyle Lum, Dick Morton, and Tim MacKlaier, fired a 15-under-par […]

Bermudian cricketer Brianna Ray and her South Perth team-mates suffered a 76-run defeat to Melville in the Senior Female Summer Twenty20 at the Alderbury Reserve Ground in Perth, Australia. Melville batted first and scored 173 for the loss of two wickets off 20 overs. Ray bowled four overs for 19 runs. In reply, South Perth […]

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport officially opened Bermuda’s first MakerSpace at CedarBridge Academy on December 5. A Government spokesperson said, “The ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by the Hon. Owen Darrell, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, marked a significant step forward in fulfilling the Government’s commitment to supporting Bermuda’s creative talent. Joining Minister Darrell […]

Warwick Academy won the Bermuda School Sports Federation Over 13 six a side tournament after securing a 2-0 win over Somersfield in the final. A spokesperson said, “De’Ari Trott gave Warwick the lead early in the second half when he drove home a fierce shot following a cleared corner. Gillian McGlynn secured victory when he […]

Bermudians Owen Rosorea and Mason Smith concluded their campaigns at the Forthlane Partners Canadian Junior Squash Open. Rosorea, competing in the boys’ under-17 singles plate B Division, enjoyed a 3-0 win over Rohan Gorman in the round of 16, winning 11-4, 11-4, 11-3. However, Rosorea’s run came to an end in the quarter-finals, losing to […]

Danté Leverock’s DaRock Elite Academy has continued to collaborate with the Bermuda Football Association [BFA]. “We are excited to announce our continued partnership with DaRock Elite Academy,” the BFA wrote on social media yesterday [December 9]. “Thanks to our collaboration, we provide our National Academy players with world-class training opportunities.” Leverock, a Bermuda national team […]

Bermudian footballer Logan Jimenez scored for Hibernian Under-18 in their recent 3-0 win at home to Motherwell Under-18. Jimenez, who plays as an attacking midfielder, joined the Scottish side’s youth team in 2020 after impressing the coaching staff. He previously played for BAA and Somerset Trojans youth teams. Goals from Logan Jimenez, Josh Landers and […]

In the month of December, and ongoing support of World AIDS Day, the Department of Health’s, Sexual/Reproductive Health Clinic is offering free HIV testing on the morning of Monday, 16 December. A Government spokesperson said, “This initiative aims to encourage us to take proactive steps toward our health and wellbeing, while also raising awareness about […]

Bermudian swimmers Logan Watson-Brown and Sam Williamson competed at the World Aquatics short course swimming championships in Budapest. Watson-Brown finished 44th overall in the women’s 100m backstroke with a time of 1:01.68. She placed 4th in her heat. Williamson finished 39th overall in the men’s 200m individual medley, placing 4th in his heat with a […]

The Optimist World Championships are underway in Mar del Plata, Argentina, where strong southerly winds and large waves have created challenging conditions for the 255 young sailors competing from 51 countries, including Bermuda. Miguel Powers is currently the leading Bermudian sailor. After four races, Powers is in 99th place overall with 141 points. Other Bermudian […]

The Ministry of Public Works said the Scaur Hill safety enhancement project is “now expected to be completed ahead of schedule, potentially by the end of February 2025, weather permitting.” “This project demonstrates our commitment to infrastructure improvement and safety,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of […]

The Bermuda ball hockey league returned to action with a pair of high-scoring games at the PCC Hockey Rink. Hamilton Princess edged ACT 5-4 in a shootout thriller, while Spine & Sport cruised to a 7-3 victory over Appleby. Hamilton Princess 5, ACT 4 [SO] Hamilton Princess and ACT played a scoreless first period before […]

Governor Rena Lalgie welcomed the Bermuda National Athletics Association to Government House for the Bermuda National Cross-Country Championships. Government House posted the photos online below, and said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie welcomed the Bermuda National Athletics Association to Government House for their Bermuda National Cross-Country Championships. Spectators converged on the North Lawn […]

The Renegades Rugby Club secured victories in both the men’s and women’s divisions as the Bermuda Rugby Football Union league season resumed this past weekend. Renegades Women Dominate Police The Renegades women’s team delivered a resounding 81-10 victory over the Police. Lianna Aggarwal led the scoring with four tries, while Steph Lee contributed three. Ashley Godek, […]

Anthony Smith and his crew, Hong Gao, dominated the comet class winter series round two in St. George’s Harbor, securing the overall win with a consistent and impressive performance. Smith and Gao took the first race with authority, setting the tone for their regatta. They followed up with second-place finishes in the next two races, […]

Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban attended the 2024 High-Level Caribbean Forum held on December 3rd at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre in Bridgetown, Barbados. A Government spokesperson said, “The Forum, hosted by the International Monetary Fund [IMF] in collaboration with the Government of Barbados, focused on the theme “Managing the Green Energy Transition.” “The […]

Bacardi Limited hosted its 3rd annual ‘250 Holiday Meals’ initiative in partnership with the Salvation Army last week Thursday. A spokesperson said, “As part of the Company’s ongoing commitment to serving the communities in which it operates, Bacardi volunteers served 250 hot meals to individuals and families in need at the Salvation Army’s North Street […]