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David Maycock began playing in the PBA Virtue Bowling Supply Open in Mesa, Arizona. Maycock advanced to the final round after finishing the preliminary rounds in 3rd place with a score of 2141 pins. Bryan Hahlen from Greenwood, South Carolina finished on top of the leaderboard with 2220 pins, while Darren Tang from Las Vegas […]

Christine Dailey claimed victory in the 2023 PartnerRe Women’s 5k Run by crossing the finish line in a time of 19:30, Ashley Couper secured the second position with a time of 20:41, while Maria Kemiji-McDonald took third place, clocking in at 20:54. In fourth place, Kristen Robinson completed the race in 21:15, while Teresa Ruiz […]

Will Drea, Caitlin Conyers, Panzy Olander, Skye Ferguson, Makao Butterfield and Jens Drea all won their Division in the V.T Construction Crit in Hamilton. Will Drea won the Adult A Division with a time of 29:58.511, Conyers clocked a time of 29:54.723 on her way to winning the Adult B Division, Kavin Smith finished second […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] will be hosting the 3rd Annual Youth Climate Summit from November 10th to 18th. A spokesperson said, “The Youth Climate Summit [YCS], a weeklong event for students ages 13-22, engages and educates young people on global climate issues and is the foundation for a year of youth-led activities focused […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Mia Fishel has described her debut for Chelsea Women as a “dream come true” after scoring against Tottenham Hotspur Women on the opening day of the Women’s Super League season. Fishel, whose father Patrick is Bermudian, is related to the Bascome’s, the island’s famous football family, including former Bermuda players Andrew […]

Joshua Joseph, Tre Burgess, Shane Robinson and their Thomas College Men’s Soccer teammates defeated the University of Maine Presque Isle by  score of 4 – 0. In the 9th minute, Joseph capitalized on a pass from Julen Zuidervaart to take a 1 – 0 lead, and in the 46th minute, Joseph converted a penalty kick […]

Bermuda’s Crystal and Fantasy caves have been featured in a Travel Weekly story. The Travel Weekly story said, “Bermuda’s beaches are often praised as must-see destinations when visiting the island, and rightfully so. But there are other natural attractions that aren’t quite so visible — unless you go 120 feet beneath the surface. “It took […]

Charities in Bermuda are invited to apply for funding from the 2024 Convex End-to-End event, and all applications must be submitted electronically by 5pm on October 31st, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The focus of the End-to-End remains steadfast on addressing the pressing needs of the Bermuda community. The proceeds generated from the 2024 End-to-End event […]

AM Best has assigned Financial Strength Ratings of A [Excellent] and Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a+” [Excellent] to Athene Co-Invest Reinsurance Affiliate 2A Ltd. and Athene Co-Invest Reinsurance Affiliate 2B Ltd, both domiciled in Bermuda. The ratings agency said, “These two entities will be subsidiaries of Athene Holding Ltd. and collectively referred to as […]

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Ratings [FSR] of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “a+” [Excellent] of Ascot Bermuda Limited [Ascot Bermuda] [Bermuda], as well as certain members of the Ascot Insurance U.S. The credit ratings agency said, “Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Rating […]

Tree frogs, marshmallow moongates, Bermudian royalty, chocolate fish and the Bermuda Story are featured in the virtual art galleries on our network site ForeverBermuda.com, with the newly launched series designed to creatively highlight Bermudian culture and heritage. The tenth month of galleries feature tree frogs in cute, pink buses; marshmallow moongates, Bermudian royalty, chocolate fish, […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] recently held a ‘Bermuda Industry Night’ at Toronto’s Hotel X in an effort to “reengage the Canadian/Toronto market.” A TravelWeek story said, “The tropics took over Toronto’s Hotel X on September 6, with the Bermuda Tourism Authority providing a taste of all that the island has to offer. “Taking place […]

“The expectation is that most government phone services will be restored by 9 a.m. tomorrow [Oct 2], and most government users will be able to log in to their computers,” the Government said as they provided their latest update following the cyber-attack on September 21st. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Government provided a brief […]

“Accountability means taking responsibility for our actions and acknowledging the impact our choices have had on our lives and those around us. It’s the first step towards healing, as it empowers individuals to confront their past and work towards a better future,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks. Minister Weeks delivered remarks recently at […]

The Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt departed for Europe yesterday [Sept 30] where he “will lead a Government delegation and hold a series of meetings with EU officials in Brussels, Paris, and London, including the new Secretary General of the OECD.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier first travels to Brussels, where he […]

The final matches of the Bermuda Four-Ball Championship were played today [Oct 1] at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “The weather held off and the course soaked up the early morning rainfall to enable the Bermuda Golf Association to complete another successful Bermuda Four-Ball Championship at the Port Royal Golf Course. “Congratulations to […]

Monday, October 2 is expected to see sun and a few passing clouds, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 7:00am and sunset […]

BELCO advised that beginning October 1st, 2023 there will be an increase in the Fuel Adjustment Rate [FAR]. A spokesperson said, “With the approval of the Bermuda Regulatory Authority, the FAR will increase from the existing rate of 16.513 cents per kilowatt-hour [kWh] to 24.517 cents per kWh. The FAR is comprised of 20.09 cents per […]

Warriors Bowling League action continued, with Navaho defeating Mohican 3-1, Kickapoo defeating Apache 4-0, and Blackfoot defeating Comanche 3-1. Standings Kickapoo 15 Navaho 8 Commanche 8 Blackfoot 7 Mohican 5 Apache 5 Last weeks results Navaho 3 Mohican 1 Kickapoo 4 Apache 0 Blackfoot 3 Commanche 1 Team Scratch Game: Navaho 660; Commanche 660 Scratch […]

Footballers in both the Premier Division and First Division were in action this weekend, with PHC Zebras, St. David’s and Robin Hood all earning wins. Premier Division PHC Zebras 1 St. George’s Colts 0 The PHC Zebras got their Premier Division title defense underway with a 1 – 0 win over the St. George’s Colts […]

The Barry Hanson Memorial 2023 Meet got the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s season underway at the BASA Pool. Cristina Abend won the 13-14 Girls 50 SC Meter Backstroke touching the wall in a time of 37.08, Isla Paddison was second in 37.95, and Sienna Spurling was third clocking 38.58. During the Women’s 15 & Over […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda maintained their perfect start to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier after defeating Panama by seven wickets at White Hill Field today [October 1]. Coach Niraj Odedra’s side, who beat Canada by 86 runs in their opener yesterday, restricted Panama, who won the toss, to 90 for eight […]

AXIS Capital has partnered with Stone Point Credit Adviser LLC to launch Monarch Point Re, a newly created collateralized reinsurer. “The launch was accompanied by a capital raise of over $400 million of equity, including a $75 million equity investment from a subsidiary of AXIS Capital and a $75 million equity investment from Stone Point […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells scored his third goal of the season in Bristol City’s 3-2 defeat at home to Stoke City in the Sky Bet Championship on Saturday [September 30]. Wells scored his side’s second goal when he punished a poor back pass after Sam Bell had given the home team an early […]

Bernews’ latest Virtual Art Gallery transports viewers into the enchanting virtual world of underwater moongates. This immersive collection offers a unique digital perspective on Bermuda’s iconic moongates, submerging them in the tranquil beauty of the ocean that surrounds the island. This marks the 17th in a series of ‘Virtual Art Shows’ by Bernews highlighting some of […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Isaiah Blankendal scored in Hartley Wintney’s 3-0 win away at Corinthian-Casuals in the Isthmian League South Central Division this weekend. Blankendal, a former Dandy Town forward, came on as a second-half substitute and netted his team’s third goal in the 85th minute. Related Stories Luke Robinson Joins Glacis United […]

During September, Bernews posted over 100 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month were mostly focused on the weather, with the St. George’s Seafood Festival event, a virtual photo gallery of Bermuda from space and a video of BermudAir also […]

News that 23 new Bermudian firefighters completed their basic training, the Paget Parish Council awarded scholarships to Azalea Pontes, Mishale Corday, Zorena Anderson, and Alaiyah Hayward, Google announced a new transatlantic subsea cable system to connect Portugal, Bermuda, and the United States, and model Aliana King was featured by British beauty brand Charlotte Tillbury were […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] in partnership with the Centre Against Abuse [CAA] will be observing Domestic Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month with the launch of a therapeutic programme for survivors of domestic abuse. A spokesperson said, “Domestic Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month is observed annually around the world during the month of October. It […]

Premier David Burt was joined by U.S. Consult Karen Grissette to support Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell’s “CUSP” exhibition at the Mehari Sequar Gallery in Washington D.C. The Premier posted the images below on X – formerly known as Twitter — and stated, “While in DC, I was joined by Ms. Karen Grissette, U.S. Consulate General […]

This weekend, kayakers and paddleboarders are traveling around the island to raise funds for the child sexual abuse prevention charity, Saving Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS], during the eighth annual “Kayak for Kids” event. The 40-mile route started at Somerset Long Bay Beach at 8am today [September 30] and finishes at Clearwater Beach in St […]

The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] expressed its “deep concern” about the cyberattack on the Government’s IT system, noting what “what often gets overlooked is the impact this has on the workers charged with maintaining public services.” The Government was subjected to what was described as a “sophisticated and deliberate cyberattack” on September 21st, resulting […]

The Fishermen’s Association Bermuda [FAB] has responded to the latest statement from the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] saying BOPP’s plan shows that it is “less about functional management and more about flashy PR statements and check-the-box style public consultation.” A spokesperson said, “BOPP might consider their plan holistic because it touches on multiple aspects […]

“I am pleased to report that our 23 local recruit firefighters that travelled to Newcastle U.K. on the 5th August 2023 for six weeks to receive specialist training, successfully completed their foundational training course qualifying them as aircraft rescue firefighters,” said Minister Of National Security Michael Weeks. Speaking the House of Assembly, the Minister said, […]

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt provided an “update on the significant progress made thus far on the efforts to substantially reform Bermuda’s tax system.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Premier said, “The work of the new Tax Reform Commission is intricately linked with the work being done to develop the Bermuda […]

“I will be laying before this Honourable House a report proposing the establishment of an Economic Empowerment Zone in South East Hamilton,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “The first EEZ was established in Northeast Hamilton in June 2007. Two additional EEZ’s, in Somerset […]

Appleby announced that Jeffrey Blair was called to the Bermuda Bar on September 29th before Puisne Judge Larry Mussenden. A spokesperson said, “Jeffrey completed the Legal Practice Course [LPC] with Masters and a Graduate Diploma in Law [GDL] at The University of Law. He holds both a Bachelor of Science [Hons] and Master of Science […]

During September 2023, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included students’ return to school, Ryan Hollis being called to the Bermuda Bar, 23 new Bermudian firefighters, Keivin Richardson-Crane Pimentel, the Paget Parish Council’s scholarship winners and more. #1 – Students Return To School View this post on Instagram A post […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda made a sublime start to their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier after thrashing Canada by 86 runs in their opening match at White Hill Field today [September 30]. The island’s big-match players rose to the occasion, with Kamau Leverock bludgeoning his way to 83 off 43 balls and […]

Sunday, October 1 is expected to experience thunderstorms in the morning, then partly cloudy late, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 81%. Sunrise will be at 7:12am […]

Skyla White joined Julia Slade in competing in the 30th Capital Challenge Horse Show at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center in Maryland. Slade and Love Dreamer 2 finished 66th in the USHJA 3’3 Jumping Seat Medal Class. White riding Kingston finished 42nd competing in the Open Equitation 3’ Class. White and Kingston finished 34th competing […]

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the vibrant lights in Flatts, paradise in Somerset, scenic […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, September 30th. Saturday the Disney Dream cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship, the Liberty of the Seas, the Lech Kaczynski and the Mariner of the Seas cruise ships will arrive, and on […]

September 29 saw 17,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $102,850.00 BD. 17,000 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 0.8% at $6.05 per share. The BSX finished at 2,047.32, down 0.06% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for […]

Two males have been arrested and “several suspected stolen construction items, a suspected stolen motorcycle, two suspected illegal pit-bulls, as well as a number of suspected cannabis plants” have been recovered, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, 27th September 2023, police officers from the Community Policing Division responded to a reported […]

“I am pleased to provide an update on the progress we have made so far this year in increasing the housing stock and to also provide a look forward to the additional units coming online,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said in the House of Assembly today [Sept 30]. The Minister’s full statement […]

Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] and Brown-Darrell Clinic held their quarterly Docs for Dinner series on September 27 with a presentation by Dr. Michael Brooks, Founder and Medical Director of Dynamic Urology Services. Founder and Executive Chairman of BHCS Dr. Ewart Brown said, “Dr. Brooks is a phenomenal physician who readily shares his expert knowledge with […]

The King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] Acute Care Wing will be illuminated in pink throughout October in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. A spokesperson said, “The entrance to the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH], Acute Care Wing will be bathed in a pink glow in celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness starting on […]

The Association of Bermuda International Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] celebrated 30 years of partnership and leadership at the ABIR@30 Lunch Forum. An audience of industry participants, regulators, representatives of supporting industries, politicians and dignitaries witnessed presentations from ABIR’s key partners “highlighting the Bermuda re/insurance market’s development, its value to Bermuda and its role in underpinning the […]

Julia Slade began competing in the 30th Capital Challenge Horse Show at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center in Maryland. Riding her Hanoverian gelding Love Dreamer 2, Slade finished 7th competing in the Open Equitation 3’3 Class. Slade and Love Dreamer 2 also competed in the USHJA 3’3 Jumping Seat Medal Gymnastics Class finishing 63rd. Related […]