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The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s National Championships concluded at the National Sports Center. Myeisha Sharrieff won the girls 13 & over 100 LC meter breaststroke touching the wall in a time of 1:24.83, Isabella Jones was second in 1:28.00, and Daria Desmond, was third in 1:28.46. The boys 13 & over 100 LC meter breaststroke […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Tuesday, May 23 is expected to see mostly cloudy with occasional rain or showers, possibly heavy, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 91%. Sunrise will be at […]

The USATF Bermuda Grand Prix track and field event captivated spectators as top athletes from around the world gathered at the Flora Duffy Stadium at the National Sports Centre for an extraordinary display of speed, skill, and athleticism. This year marked the second year Bermuda has hosted the event, which was broadcast internationally by NBC […]

The Department of Education will offer a four-week math tutoring programme for P2 – M3 students in July. “Based on the overwhelming success of the BPSS Math Summer Programme last year and numerous requests from parents to include P2 students, the Math Team from the Department of Education is happy to report we will offer […]

The Bermuda National Swimming Championships concluded last night at the National Sports Center. A spokesperson said, “The event brought several new Bermuda National Open Records, a myriad of personal bests and additional qualifiers for International meets. “Things got off to a fast start on Friday night with Emma Harvey breaking two Bermuda Open Records in […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Sean Trott said he is embracing the pressure of being a title contender for the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby and focusing on staying relaxed and running his race. With Chris Estwanik, an eight-times winner, opting not to defend his title, a new men’s champion will be crowned this year, and Trott, a […]

The U.S. Consulate General commended Bermuda Police Sergeants Terry Trott and Michael Thomas for completing advanced armed policing training provided by the FBI and hosted by the Royal Turks & Caicos Police Force. A spokesperson said, “The Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training [ALERRT] prepares officers to respond to an active shooter situation. The FBI […]

Two boats have smashed a record crossing time between Bermuda and Lorient that has stood for over 40 years, as part of this year’s Pure Ocean Challenge. A spokesperson said, ”Jean-Pierre Dick’s JP54 monohull ‘The Kid- ‘Notre Méditerranée – Ville de Nice’ and the TS42 multihull ‘Banzai’, skippered by Vincent Willemart, both beat the longstanding record […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dominique Mayho aims to solidify his position as the most successful male rider in Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race history. He clinched his fifth title last year to pull two ahead of Kris Hedges and Wayne Scott, who made their mark on the annual competition with three wins each. Mayho, who also […]

The Ministry of Public Works Department of Public Lands & Buildings is looking for “expressions of interest” for the redevelopment and use of Teucer House on Cedar Avenue. The call for expressions of interest for redevelopment and use says, “Teucer House [3 Cedar Avenue] is highly visible on the main route into Hamilton by the Tennis Stadium. It […]

The USATF Bermuda Grand Prix was held on Sunday at the Flora Duffy Stadium, with some of the world’s top track and field athletes in action. The USATF summary said, “Eight American athletes took advantage of a windy day in paradise on Sunday to win their events at the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix at Flora Duffy Stadium, […]

Former Premier Dr. Ewart Brown will return to Jamaica for two special book signings later this month. A spokesperson said, “Following the successful debut of his long-awaited autobiography “Whom Shall I Fear? Pushing the Politics of Change,” former Premier of Bermuda, Dr. the Hon. Ewart Brown, is delighted to return to Jamaica for two special […]

The merchants of Court Street held their Court Street Market Bermuda Day Edition on Sunday afternoon [May 21] showcasing a wide variety of items for sale, offering visitors a chance to indulge in a shopping experience accompanied by entertainment, music and more. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Court Street Market Photos, Video, 360: Court […]

“As part of Bermuda’s ongoing Education Reform, we are pleased to announce that the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS], Bermuda Institute of Ocean Science [BIOS], Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI], KPMG in Bermuda and the Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] have all signed Memoranda of Understanding [MoUs] committing their support to the Signature Learning Programmes […]

Jessica Lewis concluded competing in the Swiss Championships, taking to the track for the 100m, 200m and 400m. Lewis finished fifth overall in the T53/T54 women’s 200 meter race in a time of 30:25, Samantha Kinghorn clocked a winning time of 28:01, Amanda Kotaja was second in a Europe Record time of 28:83, and Hamide […]

A luxury property described as ‘Bermuda-style’ is for sale in the Everglades Island area of Florida, priced at $39 million. A report said, “Back in summer 2014, veteran financial services executive Richard Thornburgh and his wife Cornelia paid real estate investor Ian M. Kean $9 million for a chic Florida estate resting amid the exclusive […]

While on patrol in Hamilton Harbour, the Bermuda Coast Guard helped a disabled 21 ft boat. providing a tow to Barr’s Bay Park. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Bermuda Radio receives a telephone call from onboard a disabled 21 ft boat which is drifting towards Hawkins Island in Hamilton Harbour. “The boat has 2 […]

Monday, May 22 is expected to see showers and thunderstorms likely, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 6:17am and sunset will be […]

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association’s National Championships got underway at the National Sports Center, with multiple new records set. In the girls 50 meter backstroke preliminaries, Emma Harvey broke the national record by clocking a time of 28.91, and she also broke girl’s 50 meter butterfly national record with a time of 27.09, during the […]

The Department of Parks Ag Show Team won the April Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for their “outstanding efforts in coordinating the 80th Annual Bermuda Exhibition.” A Government spokesperson said, “Last week [May 19], Premier David Burt and the Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns recognized the Department of Parks’ AG Show Team […]

The Executive Officer of the Human Rights Commission Lisa Reed thanked members of the public for their engagement in the island-wide consultation, which started in March 2023 and concluded on April 7, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The objective of the consultation was to hear from any who may have experienced or was currently experiencing discrimination […]

The first day of the RES Horse Show took place at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street, with the Hunter Competition taking place. Caitlin Neijmeijer riding Helsinki Van de Heffick won the Junior Hunter Horse Over Fences Class, with Tyler James and Cruise Control second. The Working Hunter Horse Over 15.2hh, Over Fences Class […]

The Bermuda Under 19 National Team were defeated by 1 wicket by the Devonshire Recreation Club. Batting first, the Under 19 team was bowled all out for 227. Jermal Proctor was the top scorer with 95, Proctor would score 17 boundaries, while Zakao Hart added 54. Lamont Brangman was the pick of the Devonshire Recreation Club […]

Food prices in Bermuda have decreased a small amount lately according to the recently released February Consumer Price Index, which said that on an overall month to month basis the food sector contracted 0.2%, while an annual basic food sector prices rose 9.2%. Looking at food prices on a month to month basis, the report […]

The ‘Move More Bermuda Senior Games’ was held yesterday afternoon [May 20] at the National Sports Centre, with the event, exclusively open to individuals aged 50 and over, showcasing the athleticism and competitive spirit of older members of the community. The Games were part of this weekend’s track and field events, which will also include […]

News that 102 students graduated from Bermuda College, the CedarBridge Academy National Honor Society donated to the Transformational Living Centre for Families, and Sahlay Govia, Kierra Lee, Sarzjae Minors, Kneiko Brimmer, Seth Somner, Dante Trott, and Detre Virgil completed training in London as part of Bacardi’s Shake Your Future’ programme were all some of the […]

The NORCECA Tour is underway in the Cayman Islands, with Bermuda competing in both the men’s and women’s divisions. Daniel Fiddick and Brian Amaro competed in Pool A of the men’s division and they finished with a record of 1 win and 3 defeats; they lost 21-9, 21-3 to Urrutia and Satterfield from the USA. […]

Following the conclusion of the 2023 regular season, the U.S Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association [USTFCCCA] unveiled their individual selections for All-East Region honors for Outdoor Track & Field, which includes Bermuda’s Ryan Outerbridge. He competes for Franklin Pierce University, and he held a fifth regionally ranked finish in the 5,000-Meter [14:57.52 […]

International General Insurance Holdings Ltd. [IGI] announced that its Board of Directors has declared an ordinary common share dividend of $0.01 per share for the period January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The dividend is payable on June 16, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June […]

Today marks the seventh anniversary of the murder of Patrick Dill — who was fatally shot in Pembroke in 2016 — and the police are renewing their appeal for anyone with any information to please come forward. A police spokesperson said, “Today is the seventh year anniversary of the murder of Patrick Dill. Mr. Dill […]

Somersfield Academy hosted their annual Spring Fair today [May 20] at the Somersfield Academy Field in Devonshire. The Spring Fair’s attractions included food, games, prizes, live entertainment, pony rides, treasure baskets, fun castles and more. Related Stories Photos: Read-A-Thon At Somersfield Academy Photos: Somersfield Academy Annual Spring Fair Photos: Somersfield Bermuda Day Celebration Photos: Somersfield […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Fight City Muay Thai and Fitness will send a team of ten athletes to compete at the annual TBA Muay Thai Expo World Championships in Des Moines, Iowa, next month. The Classic, running from June 21-25, is the largest Muay Thai tournament in the world, with more than 1,000 amateur competitors […]

The PHC Zebras Under 23 team and the Somerset Lady Trojans team both earned wins in their respective football matches. PHC Zebras 4 – Dandy Town Hornets 1 The Bermuda Football Association’s Under 23 League season got underway at the PHC Stadium with the PHC Zebras defeating the Dandy Town Hornets 4 – 1. T’Ysi […]

Sunday, May 21 is expected to see some sunny periods developing after a rather cloudy start, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 89%. Sunrise will be at […]

Bermuda players are competing in the International Snooker League Spring Tournament in New York. Scratch Tournament Despite only flying in late to defend his Scratch Title, Paul Fedden stormed into the final for Bermuda, defeating Utah’s Rick Mackenzie 2-0 & fellow Bermudian, Tyler Moniz 2-1 along the way, setting up a best-of-5 final clash with […]

The police noted the recently released “Bermuda 2020 Report on Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risk Assessments” and said the ”BPS works with partner agencies within the National Anti-Money Laundering Committee to both combat and deter criminal use of our financial systems, and our collective input into this report helps inform decision making at all levels […]

The latest Creatives Live event hosted by the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs was held at St. George’s Cricket Club, with the event featuring The WallStreet Band. The video’s description says, “Creatives Live! headed east for an evening of music and dancing with The WallStreet Band! “Watch this special performance by ‘Bermuda’s Only Big […]

The Moongate Tour Championships moved to the Belmont Hills Golf Club with Scott Roy shooting a 4-under par 66 to win by six shots. Gordon Cox was second at 2-over par 72, with OJ Pitcher finishing third at 3-over par 73. Chaka DeSilva and Junior Robinson both shot 5-over pars 75 to round out the […]

Detectives investigating eleven burglaries, Premier David Burt on Joint Ministerial Council, Minister Walter Roban: Mangrove cutting was ‘unacceptable’, Dr. Claudette Fleming & Dr. S. Glenn Faries, Bonnie-Jean Tweed Building dedication held, Minister Jason Hayward: Summer student jobs increased to 180 and Court Street Market Bermuda Day edition are some of the stories in this morning’s […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Scott Barnes has stepped down as the Bermuda Karting Club president, having held the position for three years. Jason North has succeeded Barnes, who said he is proud of his achievements and has backed the new committee, voted in last week, to “keep the ball rolling”. Barnes told Bernews: “The club […]

Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons provided an update on the Russia Sanctions Regime in Bermuda, noting that “since February 2022, the FSIU has logged 139 compliance reporting forms, including notification of frozen assets totalling over $219.5 million.” Speaking in the House of Assembly [May 19], the Attorney-General said, “The Financial Sanctions Implementation Unit [FSIU] plays an integral role […]

“The quarterly GDP estimates indicate that the economy has expanded by at least 5.9% in nominal terms in 2022,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, adding that “in real terms, the inflation-adjusted economy is estimated to have grown by at least 2.9% in 2022.” Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday, the […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday Shipping Schedule: Week Starting May 20th. On Saturday the Liberty of the Seas cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship will arrive, and on Monday Oleander container ship and the Vision Of […]

“While the commitments in the 2012 White Paper remain relevant, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is leading UK Government Departments in the development of a new Overseas Territories Strategy,” Minister of State [Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office] Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park said. During the British Parliament’s session on May 17th, Conservative MP Lord […]

Everest Re Group said they will rebrand their company name and NYSE ticker effective on July 10, 2023, to “reflect its evolution, global growth and diversification strategy.” A spokesperson said, “Everest Re Group, Ltd. [Everest], a global underwriting leader providing best-in-class property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions, announced that following shareholder approval at the Company’s […]

May 19 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,125.12, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 66 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] is requesting proposals for a variety of services for two events sent to be held in September and October. A spokesperson said, “The BCB requires the services of local companies to assist in the operations of the following event[s]: Event 1: Bermuda Premier League [BPL] – September 7 – 10 […]

The Bermuda Olympic Association announced Bermuda’s team for the upcoming Central American and Caribbean [CAC] Games, to be held in San Salvador and the Dominican Republic, from June 23rd – July 9th, 2023. A spokesperson said, “ Each athlete and team have successfully met the established qualifying standards for their respective sport, a tribute to […]

Bermuda’s drivers filled their tanks for a charitable cause last weekend as part of the rescheduled Gas-o-Rama at Rubis Terceira’s North Shore gas station. Members of Hamilton Lions Club, the event organisers, pumped gas from 7 am to 6 pm last Saturday, while volunteers from the Bermuda Golf Association’s junior programme held a car wash. […]