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Premier David Burt was interviewed by Coindesk at the Consensus 2023 event, where he discussed Bermuda’s regulatory approach, the collapse of Bahamas-registered FTX and more. The video’s description says, “Bermuda Premier David Burt joins ‘The Hash’ live from Consensus 2023 to discuss his reaction to the FTX collapse and lessons learned for regulators and investors. […]

The 36th annual Convex End-to-End has “committed to delivering a sustainable event, building upon years of environmentally focused efforts.” A spokesperson said, “This year’s giveaway bags are canvas and all participants have been encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottle. The event’s water stops will be providing water only, removing all plastic or paper […]

Nicholas Jones has advanced to the final qualifying round of the 123rd US Open Golf Championships. Jones won the 123rd U.S. Open Championship LQR #2 Tournament at the Cold Spring Country Club, in Huntington, New York. Jones shot a round of 4-under par 67 to finish ahead of Reid Howey, and Danny Yustin who finished […]

After light winds cancelled the previous day’s racing, the Bermuda International Invitational Race Week 2023 resumed in the Great Sound. The IOD series A saw Bermuda’s Martin Siese as the champion with 6 net points, Peter Wickwire from Canada is in second with 8 net points, and Henry Arnold from Great Britain is in third […]

Daniel Augustus concluded competing on the APGA Tour at the Port St. Lucie Golf Course in Southern Florida. Augustus came off the course after the second and final round of 1-over par 73, 11th at even par, 6 strokes off the winner Kevin Hall. His second round saw him shoot 5 birdies, 8 pars, 4 bogeys, […]

Link Bermuda – the LGBTQ+ Insurance Network — will host an event on May 17th to mark the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia [IDAHOBIT]. A spokesperson said, “May 17th marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia [IDAHOBIT], commemorating the declassification of homosexuality as a mental disorder by the World Health Organization in […]

Soldiers in the Royal Bermuda Regiment will have direct access to people trained in crisis intervention techniques after five senior staff completed a course on Critical Incident Stress Management. The RBR took part in the programme for the first time so that it is “better equipped to support members who experience shock or trauma.” Captain […]

Last week, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell joined Mosaic Insurance and local artists to paint a vibrant mural on the exterior wall of the Sammy Wilson Central Zone Community Centre [SWCZCC]. A Government spokesperson said,  “The outdoor creative project served several purposes; it helped to add vibrancy to the SWCZCC following […]

Somersfield Academy students recently took part in the Global Classrooms International Model United Nations [GCIMUN] Conference in New York. A spokesperson said, “A Somersfield Academy delegation of M4 and DP1 students flew to New York over the weekend to participate in the Global Classrooms International Model United Nations Conference. Over 1,000 students participated from 37 schools […]

The Sargasso Sea Commission and Inter-American Sea Turtle Convention signed an MOU aimed at “more effective conservation of sea turtle species and the habitats that they utilize.” A spokesperson said, “During the Inter-American Sea Turtle Convention [IAC] 16th Consultative Committee of Experts Meeting, Dr. David Freestone, Executive Secretary of the Sargasso Sea Commission, and Verónica […]

On Friday, April 28, the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Bermuda [AFP Bermuda] welcomed two fundraising experts from CCS Fundraising—Natalie Skinner and Kris Kuhns —to the Red Cross for a special presentation. A spokesperson said, “Minister of Social Development and Seniors, the Honourable Tinee Furbert JP, MP and 23 local fundraising professionals and non-profit board members […]

“During the month of April 2023, 471 traffic tickets were issued, up from 468 in the previous reporting period,” the police said today. Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell, Tactical Operations Division, said, “Operation Vega remains a priority for the Bermuda Police Service. However, while enforcement has a role to play in helping to reduce harm on […]

The Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin Golf Tournament was held recently as part of Black Golfers Week. A spokesperson said, “As a result of tremendous demand for participation in the events of the Bermuda Celebrity Golf Week – The Louis Rafael ‘Kid’ Corbin Golf Tournament was oversubscribed. “We staged a separate afternoon tournament with fabulous prizes […]

In support of their growing regulatory responsibilities, the Health Council has “created an inspectorate of individuals with various areas of expertise” to “make sure that we have the right people in place.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Health Council registers and licenses various health businesses and conducts inspections of facilities, equipment and associated policies and […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Rennika Denbrook and her sister Ricca Butterfield will join together to cycle the Convex End-to-End on Saturday [May 6] in memory of their late mother, Rochelle Butterfield. Rochelle, who died in a motorcycle accident six years ago aged 48, was a keen participant in the annual charity event, which involves thousands of […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Cyclists, runners and walkers in the Convex End-to-End can win $100 prizes by entering a photo-sharing contest. Organisers have challenged participants in the event on Saturday [May 6] to “get creative, have fun, and impress our judges” by posting their best photos. Judging the photos will be local photographers Meredith Andrews […]

Twenty-one schools participated in the Primary School Boys Super 8 Cricket Tournament. Warwick Academy made it two wins in two days after they defeated West Pembroke Primary School to join the Warwick Middle School team as BSSF/BCB Super 8 champions. West Pembroke was sent to bat and scored 54 runs in their allotted overs. Asa […]

The City of Hamilton has unveiled two new murals as part of the 2023 VIVID Public Art in the City initiative. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton officially unveiled two new murals as part of the 2023 VIVID Public Art in the City initiative. To date, the initiative has installed more than 25 murals […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a Bermuda Day theme with a thumbs up emoji. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day over the years – including over 6,000 photos and videos, history, unique graphics, and much more – visit our website BDADay.com, the island’s most comprehensive resource on the Bermuda Day holiday. The design is […]

The 196-foot long superyacht Bella Vita recently paid a visit to Bermuda. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 60m/196’10″ ‘Bella Vita’ [ex. Solemates] motor yacht built by the German shipyard Lurssen is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This yacht features interior styling by Glade Johnson Design. “Offering an […]

Brijette Basden and her Shaw University women’s track & field teammates competed in the Aggie Classic. Basden won Heat 5 of the women’s 200 dash preliminaries clocking a personal best time of 26.19, this time would see her finish 24th overall. Clocking 12.89 during the women’s 100 dash preliminaries saw Basden finish 3rd in Heat […]

Minister of Health Kim Wilson thanked Liz Boden — the co-founder of Open Airways — who will be retiring soon after years of working to improve  asthma care in Bermuda. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, ” Today, as we celebrate World Asthma Day with nations worldwide, I am here to thank Liz Boden [the co-founder […]

A 53-year-old man was charged in Magistrates Court today [May 2] in connection with the explosion at an apartment building in Southampton that resulted in the deaths of Jove and Oscar Mascarinas in May 2022. Robert Tota was charged in connection with the matter, and he was not required to enter a plea as the […]

[Written by Dale Butler] Braxton Eugene Steede is a Bermudian celebrity who needs no introduction as a superstar with the Congas and guitar, and has played for numerous international stars. Dubbed by popular American singing star Melba Moore as “Bermuda’s natural resource,” Mr. Steede established a career in our local hotels and internationally and deserves […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Glenn Tucker] As a member of my party, I am committed to supporting reforms that will lead to a better public education system. However, it is crucial to take into consideration the impact of these reforms on all students, especially those with learning difficulties and those who are neurodivergent. […]

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 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 2] include notification of planning applications registered, acting appointments, Bermudian status, elections and permanent resident certificate. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on May 2 2023 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0415/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 02 May […]

“On behalf of the One Bermuda Alliance and the people of Bermuda, we celebrate and extend our sincere congratulations and best wishes to His Majesty, King Charles III and Her Majesty Queen Consort on their upcoming coronations.,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said. Mr. Simons said, “We also extend our best wishes to His Majesty’s family […]

“Our students created expressive, captivating, and purposeful works of art to celebrate this year’s 58th Annual Art Exhibition theme, ‘Transformations: A Fresh Perspective,’” said Commissioner of Education Kalmar Richards. “The Annual Art Exhibition at the Bermuda Society of Arts features work from the public and private middle and senior schools and will be open until […]

Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd., today announced the signing of a $28 billion reinsurance agreement with The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Lincoln National Corporation and its affiliates. A spokesperson said, “Upon receipt of regulatory approvals, Lincoln will reinsure a significant portion of its universal life insurance and fixed annuity business to Fortitude […]

The public consultation deadline for making submissions on the Fairmont Southampton Special Development Order [SDO] has been extended to Friday, May 26th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to advise that the public consultation deadline for making submissions on the Fairmont Southampton Special Development Order [SDO] is extended to Friday, 26 […]

The Executive of the Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] and the Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF]  announced Markel Bermuda Limited as the title sponsor of the 2023 Schools Super 8s Cricket Festival. A spokesperson said, “From May 1 to May 5, matches will be held at the National Sports Centre [North Field] starting at 9:00 am.” […]

Daniel Augustus was back in APGA Tour action as he took to the Port St. Lucie Golf Course in southern Florida. Augustus came off the course after the first round T7th at 1-under par, 5 strokes off the leader Andrew Fernandes. Daniel Augustus APGA Tour Port St. Lucie First Round Scorecard 1 – 4 – […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club released their schedule of May activities, starting with this week’s return of the Marina Nights event. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is chock full of May activities, starting with this week’s return of our infamous Marina Nights! “Kicking off on Friday, May 5th, with a special Cinco De […]

The United States announced a range of changes to their Covid policies, including the end of “the Covid-19 vaccine requirements for Federal employees, Federal contractors, and international air travelers at the end of the day on May 11.” The statement released by the White House said, “In 2021, the Biden-Harris Administration announced Covid-19 vaccination requirements […]

The Bermuda Triathlon Association’s ‘Thursday Night Sprint’ season will start on May 11th. A spokesperson said, “Held at Clearwater Beach, participants compete over a 200m swim, an 8km bike ride and 2km run although there are shorter distances available for juniors. Racing will take place each week at 6.30pm sharp between May 11th and September 14th […]

The Government issued a reminder that the $16.40 minimum wage will come into effect on June 1st, 2023, noting that “this monumental step ensures employees in Bermuda have the right to a minimum wage.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] Order 2023 [the “Order”], which comes into effect on 1 June 2023, […]

The Bermuda Police Service is “reminding the public to be wary of advertisements for what turn out to be fake job opportunities circulating on social media.” A spokesperson said, “These advertisements are normally placed on Facebook, but have also been received via personal e-mail, WhatsApp, text message… “Persons are invited to sign up for employment, […]

One woman was taken to hospital after a two vehicle collision in Southampton this morning [May 2]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 8:25am on Tuesday 2nd May 2023, police and other emergency service personnel were dispatched to a report of a two vehicle collision on Middle Road, near the junction with Avocado Lane, in Southampton. […]

Pinky’s is now set to re-open on May 15th, and the company said “customers can look forward to many more menu items” including a “Value Menu” which “will feature items all priced under $7.” A spokesperson said, “Pinky’s has formed new partnerships to share resources, access group purchasing and other strategic expertise. This allow Pinky’s to […]

The Bermuda HealthCare Sir Stanley Burgess 5k Race takes place on Sunday, May 7, 2023, and features $5000 in prize money to be split equally between the 1st place adult male and 1st place adult female runners. A spokesperson said, “BHCS is proud to continue Title Sponsorship of The Bermuda HealthCare Sir Stanley Burgess 5k […]

Warwick Academy won the Bermuda School Sports Federation/Bermuda Cricket Board Middle School Boys Super 8 Cricket Tournament with a victory over The Whitney Institute Middle School at the National Sports Center North Field. Warwick won the toss in the final and sent Whitney into bat. Whitney found runs hard to come by and only managed […]

Bermuda onion birthday cakes, Easter bunny’s Bermuda travels, Easter coral reefs, Horseshoe Bay inspired images, and swizzle clocks are featured in the virtual art galleries on our network site ForeverBermuda.com, with the series designed to creatively highlight Bermudian culture and heritage. The fifth month of galleries features an onion birthday cake, Easter bunny, Easter coral […]

[Opinion column written by Justin Mathias] To follow up on my piece from last week I thought it would be imperative of me to provide an example of entering productive ideas and what I framed as adding to the conversation. Last month I attended an investment conference down at St. Regis and it was quite thought […]

Youngsters from Somerset Primary School celebrated Earth Day recently by participating in activities to show their appreciation of the planet. As part of the global event, which is now in its 53rd year, students listened to The Giving Tree, an American children’s book written and illustrated by Shel Silverstein, voted to support penguins by donating […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade has described her silver medal win at the World Boccia Cup in Montreal as the highlight of her career. DeSilva-Andrade delivered a series of impressive displays to finish runner-up in her division, losing 5-3 to Yee Ting Jeralyn Tan, of Singapore, in a hard-fought final on Friday. The 29-year-old […]

Johndell Cumberbatch and his Morehouse College teammates hosted the 2023 Cricket Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference men’s and women’s track and field championships, with Cumberbatch winning the men’s 1,500 metre event. Cumberbatch notched the victory by clocking a time of 4:01:31; during the preliminaries, Cumberbatch clocked a time of 4:16.10 to finish as the seventh place […]

The Schroders Spring Long Course Championships took place at the National Sports Center pool. In the girls 15 & over 50 LC meter butterfly A – final, Marleigh Howes clocked a winning time of 29.64, Myeisha Sharrieff was second in 29.77, and Imojen Judd touched the wall third in a time of 30.00. Pharaoh Benevides […]

The Bermuda School of Music will present  their ‘Spring Concert’ on Friday, June 9 and Saturday, June 10 at St. John’s Church in Pembroke. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda School of Music presents a Spring Concert. The Bermuda Chamber Choir & Orchestra with The Bermuda School of Music Youth Choir Friday, 9th June- 7:30 pm Saturday […]

Allan Frith was crowned the Patricia “Pattie” Washington Regatta champion following some hotly contested Comet Class racing in the St. George’s Harbour. Frith finished with a total of five points after four races, throwing out his ‘Did Not Finish’ in the final race. He finished third in the first race, before winning races two and […]