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Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made an outstanding showing at the 2023 Amateur Olympia in Orlando on November 1st, winning the Men’s Physique Open Class A, advancing to the final round, and earning an IFBB Pro Card. He competed in the Men’s Physique Open Class A and dominated, winning a gold medal. He moved on to the […]

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] has received a $5,000 donation from ILS Bermuda for the BIOS-ASU scholarship fund. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences, a unit of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory [ASU BIOS], renowned for its remarkable contributions to marine research and STEM education, is entering an […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington tennis teammates won four matches in singles against Coastal Carolina and added two more wins in doubles against Boston College in the UNCW team invitational. Mallory went undefeated on the day, with the Bermudian tennis player defeating Lucas Waynesburg from Coastal Carolina 6-2, 4-6, 6-2 in the singles, and then […]

Caleb Ingham and his La Salle men’s swimming and diving teammates began competing at the A-10 classic held at the Aquatic and Fitness Center in Fairfax, Virginia. Ingham swam the second leg for the La Salle men’s 200-yard freestyle relay A team that finished second clocking 1:25.43 and also swam the third leg for the […]

Homeworthy has showcased the home of architect Georgia Crowe Benevides, providing a view at the luxurious property which they called a “tropical escape” with “stunning ocean views.” As Homeworthy toured her home, Ms Benevides told the popular channel, “I’ve lived here for 35 years, my husband was born here and I fell in love with it […]

Bunge said it has “completed the previously announced move of the place of incorporation of its group holding company to Switzerland from Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “With the redomestication effective, Bunge’s group holding company is now a Swiss corporation, Bunge Global SA. Bunge continues to be listed exclusively on the New York Stock Exchange under […]

Enstar Group Limited closed the previously announced transaction with American International Group, Inc. A spokesperson said, “Enstar Group Limited announced today that one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries has closed the previously announced transaction with American International Group, Inc. [AIG] to provide protection to AIG on its retained exposure to adverse development on Validus Re’s loss […]

November 1 saw 2,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $51,990.00 BD. 2,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 5.7% at $26.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,035.93, up 3.83% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report […]

Areena Brown, Zaria Hill, Mya Butterfield, Keturah Bulford-Trott, Tre Outerbridge and Guielle Bean have all earned scholarships from the Southampton Parish Council. Parish Council Chairperson Ms Stacey-Lee Williams stated, “As a community organisation, Council Members are grateful to serve our Parish Residents; whether it is Southampton’s clever students, our treasured seniors, ferry users or our […]

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks held a press conference to provide an update on “some of the good work being done within the Ministry of National Security to tackle violence and anti-social behaviour in Bermuda.” The Minister said, “It’s important to point out that our national plan will not solely focus on gang violence. […]

Fortitude Reinsurance has donated $100,000 to Bermuda Education Network [BEN] to “support the vital programs the nonprofit provides to students and teachers within the community.” A spokesperson said, “Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. today reaffirmed its commitment to education and literacy by selecting Bermuda Education Network [BEN] as the beneficiary of their annual charitable giving for […]

The Ministry of Youth, Culture and Sport advised that “despite repeated rescheduling of the Gombey Festival, the weather conditions have forced organisers to cancel this year’s showcase.” Minister Owen Darrell stated, “I am saddened to have to cancel the Gombey festivities this year due to uncooperative weather. I certainly hope the holiday season is blessed with […]

Thursday, November 2 is expected to be partly cloudy. Gusty winds in the afternoon, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be N. The relative humidity is expected to be near 71%. Sunrise will be at 7:36am and […]

A press conference was held today [Nov 1] with the Bermuda Police Service and the family of the late Marco Warren making an appeal for anyone with information to please contact them. Mr Warren, a talented footballer who worked as a Programme Coordinator with the Ministry of Youth and Sport, was killed in May 2023, […]

MP Jamahl Simmons and his wife Sherrie hosted their 8th annual Trick or Treat night for Constituency 33 children, along with supporting students at Dalton E. Tucker Primary. Earlier in the day, Mr Simmons and his wife greeted the students at Dalton E. Tucker Primary with handfuls of goodies for when the school day ended. […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward participated in the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum [ACTIF] held in Georgetown, Guyana. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon Jason Hayward, Minister of Economy and Labour, recently attended the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum [ACTIF], an initiative of Afrieximbank, which took place on October 30-31 in Georgetown, Guyana. […]

A recent episode of PBS Changing Seas, titled “Bermuda: Life at Ocean’s Edge,” has earned two Suncoast Regional Emmy Award nominations in the environmental/science long-form content and writer – long-form content categories. The episode focuses on Bermuda’s reefs and shipwrecks and features island-based researchers and scientists from the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences, the Living […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudians in the UK came together for a football tournament fundraiser in Coventry on Sunday [October 29] in support of Zhamir Denbrook-Pitt, who suffered life-changing injuries in a motorcycle crash. The 18-year-old sustained a severe spinal injury in a collision in St David’s in July. He underwent treatment at the Lahey […]

The Bermuda women’s national team will head into the final fixture window of the Concacaf W Gold Cup qualifiers next month top of their group after defeating Barbados 4-2 at the Dame Flora Duffy Stadium last night [October 31]. Bermuda face Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on December 1 before taking on the Dominican Republic, […]

RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. has completed its acquisition of Validus Re, the treaty reinsurance business of American International Group, Inc. A spokesperson said, “RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. today announced that it has concluded its acquisition of Validus Re, the treaty reinsurance business of American International Group, Inc which includes Validus Reinsurance Ltd. and its consolidated subsidiaries, AlphaCat […]

The 2023/2024 Bermuda Student Asthma Registry is still open for registration for students aged 4-18. A spokesperson said, “The 2023/2024 Bermuda Student Asthma Registry is still open for registration of students [age 4-18] in Bermuda who have asthma, with a final push for registrations to take place now through the end of October. It is […]

Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. announced today the launch of its initial public offering of 15,000,000 of its Class B common shares pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission [SEC]. A spokesperson said, “The offering consists of 6,250,000 Class B common shares offered by the Company and […]

Skyla White, Julia Slade and Nicholas Lopes all competed in the 2023 New England Equitation Championships in West Springfield Massachusetts. In the junior equitation 15 -17 years class 109 division, White finished 5th in group A, Slade finished 2nd in group B and Lopes won group C. With strong placing the trio qualified to be […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington Tennis teammates competed in the second day of the UNCW Team Invitational, with Mallory winning both the matches he played in on the day. He teamed up with Jonathan Baron in the doubles, and they defeated Alejandro Solares, and Udday Singh from Davidson College 6-0. In the singles, the Bermudian […]

Antonio Pierce — whose father is Bermudian — has been named the Interim Head Coach for the Las Vegas Raiders. The Las Vegas Raiders said, “The Las Vegas Raiders have named Antonio Pierce as the Interim Head Coach. Pierce is in his second season as linebackers coach the Las Vegas Raiders, has seven years of […]

Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw the Spare Parts defeat the Bailey’s Bay Strikers 4 – 0, Sweet Life defeat Too Legit To Split 3 – 1, and the Secret Weapons defeat D’Rollerz 3 – 1. Men’s High Scratch Game Quinton Perinchief 209 Gordon Brown 192 Donavan Robinson 186 Women’s High Scratch […]

Following his 8th place finish in the WIHS Equitation Championships, Cody Rego is now preparing for the upcoming ASPCA Maclay Final Championship to be held on November 4th and 5th at the National Horse Show in Kentucky. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Equestrian Federation extends its congratulations to Cody Rego on his well-deserved 8th place […]

November is Men’s Health Awareness Month, and Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre are calling for the community to come together to raise awareness about prostate cancer, as well as generate funds to support Men’s Health initiatives in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “This year, several events are planned for November, including a free presentation of The […]

The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a scenic image of Ely’s Harbour in the west end. The image is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can […]

Concacaf confirmed the schedule for the 2023/24 Concacaf Nations League matches taking place in November, featuring 30 final matches, with Bermuda’s team set to be in action. A spokesperson said, “Concacaf has confirmed the schedule for the 2023/24 Concacaf Nations League matches taking place during the November FIFA men’s Match Window. “These 30 final matches […]

Bermuda sailors Adriana Penruddocke and Campbell Patton were both back on the water at the Pan Am Games in Chile, with the fleet completing one race on the day. Penruddocke is now in 9th place in the ILCA6 Division after six races, while Patton is in 11th in the ILCA7 Division after six races. Penruddocke […]

Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced its third quarter 2023 results, with net income available to Arch common shareholders of $713 million, or $1.88 per share A spokesperson said, “The results included: Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $713 million, or $1.88 per share, a 20.2% annualized net income return on average common equity, […]

Parameter Climate announced has announced a management buyout of its seed investor, SiriusPoint Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Parameter Climate, the market-leading climate risk advisory, distribution and analytics firm, has announced a management buyout of its seed investor, SiriusPoint Ltd, two years after the launch by its veteran team in October 2021. SiriusPoint will continue to […]

[Updated] The police said they are “seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Deshaun Landy.” A police spokesperson said, “Bermudian national, Mr. Landy is described as being 5’ 6” in height, dark brown complexioned, slim built, with dark hair worn with the sides faded and top high. “He was last seen shortly after 8:00 a.m. […]

Bermuda claimed a 4-2 win over Barbados in the Concacaf Road to W Gold Cup series this evening [Oct 31] in an exciting high energy match that saw Bermuda make a tremendous start, scoring three goals in the first 12 minutes of the match. Jaden Masters started the scoring for Bermuda in first few minutes […]

Students and teachers at Tree Tops II Preschool in Southampton celebrated Halloween today [Oct 31] with a very cute Halloween parade. A spokesperson said, “Tree Tops II Preschool is celebrating it’s 22nd Halloween this year with a Dress Up Day, a costume parade and lots of fun and Halloween themed games. The children are excited […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 31] include trademark applications & notice of intended marriage. Trademark Applications Advertised Before Registration No. 61 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Trademark Applications Notice ID: GN0840/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 31 October 2023 Document Upload: [18] 31 Oct 2023  [PDF] Marriage Notice: James Chiappa & […]

Elijah Daley recently competed in the Invitational Hall of Fame Swim Meet, hosted by the Etobicoke Swim Club at the Etobicoke Olympium in Canada. On the second day of the event, Daley made an excellent showing by winning two medals, breaking two Bermuda short course records, and setting three personal bests. In the 4x50m medley […]

The Sustainable Seas Conference is set to begin on November 1st, with an aim to “unite voices from around the world to protect our oceans, the heartbeat of our planet and Bermuda’s largest asset, our blue backyard.” A spokesperson said, “The world is facing an urgent call to action in the preservation and sustainability of […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce has announced the postponement of Wine Fest 2023 until March 14, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce regrets to announce the postponement of the much-anticipated Wine Fest 2023. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the event originally scheduled for November 2nd, 2023, will now be held on March 14th, […]

The Bermuda women’s national team will look to return to winning ways when they face Barbados in the Concacaf W Gold Cup qualifiers at the Flora Duffy Stadium at 7 pm tonight [October 31]. Bermuda, who drew 1-1 with Barbados in Bridgetown on Friday, are top of group C League B after three qualifying games. […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will be holding their ‘Chips in, the Ocean Wins’ Casino Night Fundraiser and Silent Auction on November 18th. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting ‘Chips in, the Ocean Wins’, a Casino Night Fundraiser and Silent Auction on […]

After making a “string of great saves” for his Danish club Vejle BK, Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott was named Man of the Match. An automated translation of the team’s match report said, “Goalkeeper Nathan Trott was named Man of the Match after the game against Viborg by the match sponsor Vejle Musikteater, in consultation with […]

The Mirrors Programme announced the return of the Field of Learning Gardening Club, a five-week initiative that will begin on November 7th, and is available for students ages 13-18. A Government spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme is thrilled to announce that the Field of Learning Gardening Club is back! A five-week initiative commencing on November 7th, […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington tennis teammates matched up against Coastal Carolina in the UNCW team invitational opening day at the UNCW Tennis Complex. Mallory teamed up with Gabe Hurtado and they were defeated by Guilherme Toresan and Jesus Garcia from Coastal Carolina in the doubles. In the singles, Mallory defeated Alejandro Solares from […]

Bermudian footballer Djair Parfitt-Williams scored for his Ilves team in Finland as they triumphed over FC Lahti with a 5-1 victory on the road. V Huovila initially put Lahti in the lead at the 20th minute, but Ilves quickly responded, leveling the score at the 31st minute thanks to Santeri Haarala’s goal. Oiva Jukkola then […]

The Bermuda Opera team is presenting the Met: Live in HD [2021-22] & Encore series in Bermuda on film on Sundays at BUEI at 5.00pm, with the next installment to take place on Saturday [Nov 4]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Opera Team is proud to present the Met: Live in HD [2022-23] & Encore […]

Happy Halloween, pedestrian in ICU, warrant executed and 29-year-old man arrested, BTA launches Hospitality and Tourism Guide, Social Justice Bermuda support call for ceasefire and calls to free Palestine, Cherie-lynn Whitter appointed Public Service Head, passport processing resumes and delays are expected, Minister Tinee Furbert on Domestic Violence Awareness Month, SPCA hosts ‘Paws to the Park’ and a Cancer Awareness Golf […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jaydon Goddard has vowed to “own the stage” when he competes at the NPC Amateur Olympia in Orlando, Florida, tomorrow [November 1]. Goddard must finish in the overall top three in the men’s physique to win a coveted pro card, which will enable him to compete at professional shows for cash […]

At the Pan Am Games in Chile, Bermuda sailors Adriana Penruddocke and Campbell Patton returned to action following a day without racing, completing three races each. Penruddocke, competing in the ILCA6 division, now ranks 8th after five races, accumulating 32 net points. She finished 11th in both the first and second races of the day, […]