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The Economic Development Department [EDD] recently hosted the 2023 Tech Education Day, with the full-day event “aimed to inspire and educate high school students about the vast and exciting world of technology.” A Government spokesperson said, “It featured a comprehensive agenda covering FinTech, AI, robotics, app development, cybersecurity, NFTs, bio-informatics, genetics, and other cutting-edge tech-related subjects. […]

The American Society of Bermuda [ASB] said they are “dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and seniors,” and as part of “this effort we have made a donation to the Long Term Care Unit at КЕМН and the Gina Spence Foundation.” A spokesperson said, “The American Society’s donation of two reclining chairs […]

[Column written by Letitia Rabain] The holiday season is finally here and a main feature of many of the festivities that occur during this time of year are those seasonal foods that are oh so sweet to our tongues as well as our souls! Turkey and stuffing and pumpkin pie! Oh my! But don’t fear, […]

Kenni Thompson has boosted the Bermuda women’s national team’s hopes of reaching the inaugural Concacaf W Gold Cup after making herself available for their upcoming qualifiers against St Vincent and the Grenadines and the Dominican Republic. Thompson, who is yet to make her international debut, will bring a wealth of experience to coach Naquita Robinson’s […]

The French Guiana and Bermuda football match is getting underway and you can watch the action live here on YouTube, and we will update with the results once the match concludes. Related Stories BFA To Host Rhode Island FC For Training Camp Football: Wolves & Young Men Social Club Win Football: Bermuda Defeat St Vincent […]

Members of the “Keep Our School Open” group have rallied together with an aim to stop St. David’s Primary School from being closed, with the group holding a meeting and also launching an online petition. A spokesperson said, “The community of St. David’s has rallied together to save St. David’s Primary School from closure as […]

Local hair stylist Jennifer Doe is now a certified trichologist and is offering hair loss services through Ginny’s Salon in Smith’s Parish. A spokesperson said, “Trichology is the paramedical study of hair health, hair loss and scalp disorders. It embodies the science of structure, function and diseases of the human hair and scalp as well […]

CariGenetics provided an update on the progress of its groundbreaking Caribbean Whole Genome Breast Cancer Research Pilot Study, saying it is a “monumental step towards understanding the genetic factors influencing breast cancer in the Caribbean population.” A spokesperson said, “Since the study’s launch, the company has received abundant support and interest from the public. “To date, there are […]

The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Bermuda recently celebrated National Philanthropy Day by partnering with the Bermuda National Trust to plant a tree in the Royal Naval Dockyard Cemetery in honour of Bermuda is Love. The cedar tree is part of a larger plot for annual planting by AFP Bermuda to recognise important philanthropy in […]

Sam Williamson made waves at the 2023 British Universities & Colleges [BUCS] Short Course Championships in Sheffield by setting a new Bermuda open record. Williamson took to the pool to compete in the 100m individual medley preliminaries, touching the wall in a personal best time of 56.45 finishing 9th, which took him into the A […]

Daniel Phillips continued competing in the J500 Merida XXXVI Copa Mundial Yucatan in Mexico, stepping onto the clay court for his first-round main draw match. The Bermudian tennis player faced off against Calvin Baierl from the United States but ultimately fell in straight sets, with a score of 7-6, 6-0. Related Stories Photos: Manders & […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Krista Dyer said she feels elated after claiming the silver medal in sanda at the World Wushu Championships in Fort Worth, Texas, yesterday [November 20]. Dyer, competing in the women’s 65kg division, defeated Nicole Lowe-Tarbert, of Australia, 2-0, having lost her opening contest 2-0 to Ana-Maria Pal, of Romania. It is […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Danté Leverock insists the Bermuda national team are embracing the pressure as they prepare for their “must-win” promotion clash against French Guiana away in the Concacaf Nations League today [November 21]. Bermuda are top of group C, one point ahead of French Guiana and Belize and two points ahead of Saint […]

A trip in October 2023 by Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert to Dallas cost $2,196.35, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 10, 2023 – October 12, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Wayne L Furbert, JP MP, Minister of Transport attended […]

Omar Hayward has reached the boccia semi-finals in the men’s individual BC1 division at the Parapan Am Games in Santiago, Chile, Hayward won all three of his pool A matches, beating German Caldéron Nahuel, of Chile, 7-2 and Jose Pagua Herrera, of Venezuela, 5-3 in his first day of action, before defeating Jose Chagas de […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Ingrid Botelho has always been a creative soul but never considered using sea glass as an artistic medium until a visit to a beach more than eight years ago. She remembers sitting on the sand and crafting the naturally weathered pieces of glass into pictures and being struck by its artistic […]

The police reiterated their appeal to locate 16-year-old Ajahni Lema-Bascome, noting that it has been ten days since he was reported missing, adding that “harboring a juvenile is an offence punishable under the law.” A police spokesperson said, “Today, Monday, November 20th, marks the tenth day since 16-year-old, Ajahni Lema-Bascome was first reported missing. “Someone […]

Groups in Bermuda are commemorating World Children’s Day today [Nov 20] with the theme “Every Child is Precious.” A spokesperson said, “On November 20, 1959, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. Since then, World Children’s Day has been observed on this date. Here in Bermuda, we are […]

Somersfield Academy is set to host a ‘Holiday Market’ on December 2nd from 5pm to 9pm, with the event set to feature DJ Allstar, vendors, a tree lighting ceremony, raffles, and more. Raffle prizes: Scootermart – Yamaha Mio M3 A.F Smith – AirPods DigiRoo – Blue DigiRoo Miles – $250 gift certificate Masters – $100 gift […]

“Saving money and making financial investments are the primary ways that Bermuda residents prepare for retirement, however, nearly one-half of residents report they have had to change their retirement plans due to economic factors out of their control,” according to Narrative Research Bermuda’s proprietary online panel of adult residents. A spokesperson said, “Saving money and […]

[Opinion column written by PLP Chairperson Dawn Simmons] The Progressive Labour Party acknowledges that poll results are a snapshot in time and that previous polling in Bermuda always underestimates the support for the PLP. Three days before the 2017 General Election, a media outlet published a poll showing the OBA had an 11-point lead over […]

The Bermuda Football Association is set to host Rhode Island FC — a team that Bermudian Khano Smith serves as the Head Coach for — for a pre-season training camp in February 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association is delighted to announce that it will host Rhode Island FC from February 23 to 28, 2024, […]

The Government plans a Digital Fare system to “enable commuters to pay for their rides using smart cards or mobile apps,” Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert said, with the plan aimed at “leveraging technology to simplify the process of using public transportation.” Speaking at a press conference on November 15,  Minister Furbert said, “Let me first provide […]

Two members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment “experienced underground tunnels and practised clearing out buildings on a course designed to enhance their urban operations skills.” A spokesperson said, “Lieutenant LeeAnn Tucker and Corporal Melissa Brangman attended the Infantry Battle School in Brecon, Wales, for the programme. “They trained to be instructors in urban operations manoeuvres […]

Minister of Youth, Social Development, and Seniors Tinee Furbert is taking part in the Meeting of the Council for Human and Social Development [Gender] in Bridgetown, Barbados. The Minister said, “Today and tomorrow, November 20 and 21, 2023, I am participating in the Forty-Sixth Meeting of the Council for Human and Social Development [Gender] in Bridgetown, […]

In a new industrial partnership, Bermuda College recently received one brand new, complete air conditioning system from Efficiency Limited, local representatives of Mitsubishi Electric Trane US, with the College noting that “Efficiency donated the Variable Refrigerant Flow [VRF] system for students to install and train on.” HVAC instructor at the College, Ornette Fough, hailed the […]

Footballers were in action this weekend, with the Wolves and Young Men Social Club earning wins, while one other match ended in draw. Shield Preliminary Round Wolves 4 – Vasco Da Gama 1 Wolves put their name in the hat for the first round of the Shield after they defeated Vasco Da Gama 4 – 1 […]

Bermuda’s Omar Hayward and Yushae DeSilva-Andrade started competing at the ParaPan Games in Chile, with both winning their opening matches. DeSilva-Andrade won her opening round-robin match in the women’s individual BC1 pool A division, defeating Ailen Flores, of Argentina, 3-2. Meanwhile, Hayward, competing in the men’s individual BC1 pool A division, beat German Caldéron Nahuel, of […]

The Bermuda Karting Club 2023/24 race season continued at the RUBiS Southside Raceway this weekend. The tag senior class saw Brian Bulhoes in the winner’s circle in two of the three races, with William Dunkley winning the other race. Roman Wilkinson won all three tag junior class races. In the L206 senior class saw Jason […]

Daniel Phillips continued his participation in the J500 Merida XXXVI Copa Mundial Yucatan in Mexico. During the second-round qualifier, he faced Carel Ngounoue, the number 2 seed qualifier from the United States, on the clay court. Phillips secured his place in the main draw with a victory, prevailing with a score of 6-4, 6-4. Related […]

Keunna Dill scored in FC United of Manchester Women’s 4-1 win at home to Athletico Middleton Ladies in the FA Women’s National League Division One North yesterday [November 19]. Dill, who plays as a full-back or winger, found the net in the 49th minute with a superb lobbed finish. The Bermuda women’s national team player […]

The Fat Tire Massive 2023-2024 Mountain Bike [MTB] Race Series continued, with racing taking place at Coney Island this weekend. In the male open 60 minute division Conor White set the pace clocking a winning time of 1:02:15.623, Kavin Smith was second in 1:02:58.264, and Jackson Langley was third in 1:03:10.598. Panzy Olander won the […]

Bermuda-headquartered Bacardi has made its debut on the World’s Best Workplaces in 2023 list, securing the 18th position. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations are in order as Bacardi, the world’s largest privately held international spirits company, celebrates its debut on the World’s Best Workplaces in 2023 list presented by Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine, […]

[Column written by David M. Nathan, MD] November is Diabetes Awareness Month and with around 13 per cent of Bermudians suffering from the disease, it’s important that we take this time to better understand the condition and the treatments available. Over the past year, one kind of treatment plan for diabetes has been in the […]

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a+” [Excellent] for Castle Harbour Insurance Limited and Harrington Sound Insurance Limited. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a+” [Excellent] of […]

[Written by Leeya Jeremy] CedarBridge Academy held their annual Mr. & Miss CBA pageant on Saturday, November 11, 2023, with nine young men and women — Logan Farrell, Dekada Gilbert, Elmico Hayward-DeShields, Michael Ray, Skye Charles, Shenice Maylor, Eliana Pinardi, Rihanna Reddicks, and Keishay Smith — competing for the coveted title. Mr. Dean Foggo, the […]

Monday, November 20 is expected to be windy. Cloudy skies will become partly cloudy in the afternoon, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be […]

There has been a “wall collapse on Middle Road, just east of Flatts Post Office,” this afternoon [Nov 19] the police have confirmed. The Bermuda Police Service posted on X/Twitter saying, “Good afternoon all. There has been a wall collapse on Middle Road, just east of Flatts Post Office. The roadway is now blocked. All […]

[Written by Dennis Eve/Anya Thompson] CBA vs Warwick Academy On October 16, 2023 CedarBridge Academy defeated Warwick Academy 3-0 in the season’s first match, a rematch of last year’s Under 16 finals. With last year’s setback as incentive, CBA dominated the match from start to finish; however, Warwick countered with a strong defense.  After a […]

The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] held their 60th Anniversary Gala last night [Nov 18] with Tennessee state Representative Justin Jones delivering the keynote address. A PLP spokesperson previously said, “Representative Jones was elected in 2022 as the Democratic Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives for the 52nd District. At 28 years old, he is […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade has set her sights on a podium finish in boccia at the Parapan Am Games in Santiago, Chile. She starts her round-robin campaign in the women’s individual BC1 pool A division against Ailen Flores, of Argentina, today [November 19]. Meanwhile, her team-mate Omar Hayward has two round-robin matches scheduled […]

C.L.A.S.S. Athletic [Curating Legacy Athletes through Scholastic Success] — Bermuda’s newest scholastic initiative for high school athletes –  is set to host their inaugural ‘Athlete to Professional’ Career Experience on Saturday November 25t. A spokesperson said, “The event will be held at the Prospect Police Recreation Club from 2:00 – 4:30pm. This year’s invitation is […]

Greenrock has announced the rescheduling of the Living Green Expo, originally set for November 19th, to Sunday, January 28th, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Greenrock has officially announced that the Living Green Expo, originally scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 19th has been rescheduled, and will now happen after the holiday season on Sunday, January […]

Bermuda’s team is back in action in the SSL Gold Cup taking place in Gran Canaria, Spain, competing in the 1/16 Finals. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Bermuda In SSL Gold Cup Sailing Video: Sailors In SSL Gold Cup Day 3 […]

Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips began competing in the J500 Merida XXXVI Copa Mundial Yucatan in Mexico on Sunday. Phillips faced off against Mexican player Juan Pablo Nunez Chavez in his First Round Qualifier. Phillips dominated the match, winning 6-0, 6-0, to advance to the next round of the tournament. Related Stories Photos: Manders & […]

News that ‘Gavin’s Butter’ won the People’s Choice award, Taj Donville-Outerbridge was elected to the IGLYO board, Bermuda’s football team defeated St Vincent, Milan Butterfield was named man of the match for Nuneaton Borough, Saundre “Dash” Simmons claimed a first round stoppage win in an exhibition bout against Zion Tomlinson, and Nakhi Wells spoke with […]

International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. [IGI] announced a regular common share dividend of $0.01 per share covering the period from July 1, 2023, to September 30, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The dividend is payable on December 14, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 30, 2023.” Related Stories Risk Environment […]

Amari Ebbin and his Bellbridge Cricket Club teammates defeated Gellibrand by 28 runs in their Evan Evans /Clark Shield Division 4 match in Australia. Batting first Bellbridge were bowled out for 165, Dillon Hinge was the top scorer with 36, Ebbin added 5, Benjamin Toyne was the pick of the Gellibrand bowlers with figures of […]

The 5th annual WOMB Market — which will feature dozens of women owned businesses — will be held at BAA on Wednesday, November 29th from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. A spokesperson said, “The holiday shopping season is now in full swing, with Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and e-Monday initially showing positive growth.” “Women Owned Wednesday, following […]

Teams of up to five students had 90 minutes to build a boat using only the supplied cardboard boxes, duct tape and a boxcutters, which could float two people the 50-meter length of the National Aquatics Centre Pool. A spokesperson said, “The Challenge, organised by the Institute of Bermuda Architects [IBA] and the Bermuda Association […]