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The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they continue to “advise residents to be vigilant online, particularly when communicating with anyone only known to them through social media.” What is an online sextortion scam? A police spokesperson said, “Online sextortion scams are a form of sexual exploitation where an individual is usually threatened with having personal […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Ryan Outerbridge says his first appearance in the Butterfield Front Street Mile elite race will be a “wonderful opportunity” to gain high-level experience. He joins training partner Dage Minors as the two local runners in a seven-man field, including Americans Grant Grosvenor, Christian Harrison, Dylan Lowry, Jordan Schilit and Adrian Haines […]

The Federal Aviation Administration [FAA] has halted all domestic flight departures across the United States today [Jan 11] “after the system providing pilots with pre-flight safety notices went offline.” A CNN story said, “The Federal Aviation Administration halted all domestic flight departures across the United States Wednesday after the system providing pilots with pre-flight safety […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward will be joining Bernews at 10.00am on Wednesday [Jan 11] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the Minister set to discuss the minimum wage, year end review, immigration and more. The video will be live streamed below, as well as on Bernews […]

Daniel Phillips began competing in the J60 San Jose Tennis Tournament in Costa Rica, taking part in both the singles and doubles. Phillips took on Keaton Hance in his opening-round singles match and needed three sets to advance. The Bermudian tennis player won the first set 7 – 5, Keaton leveled the match at 1 – […]

Inside Caribbean Football has named LeiLanni Nesbeth as the best female player of Bermuda in 2022. Inside Caribbean posted the graphic below online, saying, “The 21-year-old attacker LeiLanni Nesbeth is our pick as the best female player of Bermuda in 2022. She was very well in the CONCACAF W Championship and had another very good […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a glittery green treefrog sitting in a crystal ball. The design 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 download both sizes […]

The APGA Tour Farmers Insurance brings together 18 APGA Tour players including Bermuda’s Daniel Augustus to compete for a $100,000 purse on the North and South Courses at Torrey Pines Golf Course. The field consists of players who qualify throughout the previous year’s APGA Tour season via the Lexus Cup points list, the Farmers Insurance […]

Aquarian Holdings announced the closing of its acquisition of Somerset Reinsurance Limited, a leading provider of reinsurance solutions to the U.S. life insurance and annuity market. A spokesperson said, “Aquarian announced in 2022 that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling interest in the Bermuda-domiciled reinsurer and provide a substantial amount of […]

The 2022 CEA Dressage Regional & Mini Challenges came to successful conclusions for Bermuda, with the Adult Team capturing first place in the CEA Regional Dressage Challenge and Bermuda’s Children Team capturing second place in the newly introduced CEA Mini Dressage Challenge. A spokesperson said, “Members of Bermuda’s Adult Regional team included Angela Halloran Smith […]

Bermuda’s PGA TOUR event is partnering with the American Junior Golf Association [AJGA] to host the first annual Butterfield Bermuda Junior Championship from January 13 to January 16, with Bermudians Oliver Betschart, Dylan Muso, and Sienna Mosquera set to compete. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s PGA TOUR event partners with the American Junior Golf Association to […]

The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is encouraging all interested college and university students to apply for the 2023 Summer Employment Programme [SEP]. Minister of Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward said, “Each year, the Summer Employment Programme provides dozens of young people with amazing opportunities to apply their education and experiences in a […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 10] include public notification, notification of planning applications registered and contracts. National Security Notice Of Special Session Of The Liquor Licensing Authority Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0036/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 10 January 2023 Notices of Hearing-Liquor Licensing […]

Gold Point Archery started their weekly shoots for the 2023 Indoor Season, with competition taking place inside the St. George’s Community Center Gymnasium. Recurve Division 18 m after 60 arrows Jaydon Roberts 579/600 Camerin Pickering 572/600 Bernard Wade 556/600 Robin Selley 509/600 Trina Roberts 411/600 Compound 18m after 60 arrows William Pickering 550/600 Related Stories […]

A total of 39 boats went to the start line for the RQYS-Ronstan 2023 International Finn Australian Championships, including one with Bermuda’s Rockal Evans. After four races, Evans leads the fleet with a total of 17 points. Evans finished 7th in the first race of the series, before winning the second race, Evans would then […]

The Bermuda Festival of the Performing Arts outreach programme held a workshop for men incarcerated at Westgate, with ten men taking part. A spokesperson said, “For example, on November 15, 2022 at 9:15am the Bermuda Festival initiated a ground breaking Outreach programme here in Bermuda. Five actors from the Shakespeare company The Actors from the […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward will be joining Bernews at 10.00am on Wednesday [Jan 11] for the latest episode in the Bernews News & Views series, with the Minister set to discuss the minimum wage, year end review, immigration and more. The video will be live streamed below, as well as on Bernews […]

The official program of the 2023 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge is now available, with the event set to take place from Friday [Jan 13] to Sunday [Jan 15]. The Bermuda Triangle Challenge official program includes course maps, a vendor guide for the expo, the complete schedule for the weekend’s events, information from the event’s sponsors, […]

Bermudian footballers Eva Frazzoni and Delia Ebbin were in action overseas, with both their teams winning their matches, including one by a stunning score of 16 – 0. Eva Frazzoni in England After their record 16-0 win, Eva Frazzoni and her Hashtag United Women teammates lead the Division One South East by nine points over Norwich […]

Apex Group Ltd, a global financial services provider, today announces the launch of Apex Protect, in partnership with specialty insurer Mosaic Insurance and Aon PLC. A spokesperson said, “Apex Protect offers pioneering and enhanced directors and officers [D&O] coverage for funds, factoring ESG credentials into the insurance risk assessment. ESG assessments are provided by Apex […]

Following the third round of Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike’s action of the season, the current Division Leaders are below. Kavin Smith leads the male open 60-minute division with 72 points, Alan Potts is in second with 64 points, and Hans Hirschi is in third with 53 points. In the female open 60-minute division, Jennifer […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Barefoot runner Dr Sidy Diallo hopes to inspire others to take up running when he competes in his 100th country and 369th marathon in Bermuda as part of the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge. Dr Diallo, a French diplomat and author of Running Barefoot for Human Survival, will race in the Butterfield Front […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Caitlin Conyers admits her upcoming cycling season will determine her future in the sport as she aims to become the first Bermudian woman to qualify for the Olympic Games. Conyers begins her bid for Paris 2024 in April at the Pan American Road and Track Championships in Panama City, Panama, where […]

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] is accepting applications for the 2023 iteration of its Bermuda Program, which aims to provide the opportunity for students “to broaden their knowledge of marine and atmospheric sciences and learn about the daily operations of an active research station.” The BIOS website said, “The Bermuda Program offers a […]

The police are appealing for witnesses to a “collision involving two persons on a motorcycle” that occurred between 10:00 p.m. and 10:30p.m on Tuesday [Dec 6] in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], is seeking the public’s assistance with information about a collision involving two persons on a motorcycle that occurred […]

The Fat Tire Massive Mountain Bike’s third race day of the season was in Dockyard, at Lagoon Park. Kavin Smith won the male open 60-minute race clocking an 8-lap time of 1:03:19.804, Alan Potts was second with an 8-lap time of 1:03:22.557, and James Holloway was third clocking a time of 1:04:50.820. In the female […]

Arches Podiatry announced that podiatrist Dr. Stuart McIntosh has joined the medical foot care and treatment practice. A spokesperson said, “Arches Podiatry was established one year ago and now combines the forces of both Drs. Natalie Bennet and Stuart McIntosh, who have both been specializing in providing foot and lower limb care for the people […]

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] announced that Pina Albo is their new Chairperson, becoming the first woman to serve as ABIR Chair in its 30-year history. A spokesperson said, “The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] today announces that Pina Albo is its new Chair, following the organization’s biennial election of officers […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 9] include registration of professional surveyors, boards appointments, fisheries notice and notice of intended marriageS. Professional Registration, Surveyor: Daniel Woods Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Registration of Professional Surveyors Notice ID: GN0032/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 09 January 2023 The Professional Surveyors […]

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, January 10 is expected to see plenty of sunshine after early cloud and a shower or two, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 63%. Sunrise will […]

The team of Juhala Lambert, Erva Hassell, Craig Christensen, and Terrance Bean won the Eldon Raynor Memorial Golf Tournament at the Turtle Hill Golf Course. The winning team shot a round of 6-under par 48, they finished one stroke ahead of Ramburt Hill, Mitchell Raynor, Jason Burgess, and Kevin Swan, also finishing on 5-under par […]

Treefrog Consulting Ltd. — a Bermuda-headquartered software development company delivering technology solutions to clients in the international [re]insurance and ILS space — announced a new partnership with an insurance technology veteran for the launch of its latest Virtual Insurance CTO Offering. A spokesperson said, “Gustavo Loret de Mola, an IT Leader with over three decades’ […]

A police investigation is underway into an “attempted robbery” which occurred on December 31 2022, at the Bargain Hunters store in Sandys. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can confirm an investigation is underway in relation to an attempted robbery which occurred shortly after 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, 31st December 2022, at the […]

The Pink Robins defeated the Budgies 7 – 0 in the lone Bermuda Field Hockey Federation’s League match at the National Sports Center. The Pink Robins took the lead in the 6th minute when Jennifer Hamilton scored a field goal, the lead was doubled seven minutes later when Erica Frith scored a field goal. It […]

Age Concern Bermuda announced the launch of their annual SOL Fuel campaign, in which Age Concern members receive 10% off all fuel purchases from all ESSO Gas Stations across the island. A spokesperson said, “The campaign begins tomorrow, Tuesday, January 10th, and will continue every Tuesday over the follow 12 weeks, ending on March 28th, 2023. […]

The Bermuda Bankers Association [BBA] welcomed Geoff Scott as its new CEO, succeeding Thomas O’Rourke who steps down after 4 years in the role. A spokesperson said, “Geoff has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, starting his career in Canada and transitioning to Barbados in 2012 as Chief Risk Officer at […]

Christmas tree collection will be held on Saturday, 14 January and Saturday, 21 January. The Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works reminds the public that the Christmas tree collection will be held on Saturday, 14 January and again on Saturday, 21 January. “The public is advised to adhere to the following Christmas Tree […]

Copies of the memoir of Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, have been released ahead of its official release date in Spain, with the book claiming that Camilla, now Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, suggested that Prince Harry “take the job of governor-general of Bermuda.” A story at LBC.co.uk says, “Harry claims Meghan phoned Camilla […]

Lindo’s Group of Companies has announced that its weekly discount days in 2023 will be Tuesdays and Wednesdays. A spokesperson said, “Originally held just once a week, the popular discount days were expanded to thrice weekly during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. “On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, Lindo’s customers will continue to enjoy a 5 […]

Women in Reinsurance [WiRe] announced that it will host the first ever Lifetime Achievement Award – an industry award designed to recognize a woman who has made an outstanding contribution to the Bermuda reinsurance industry. A spokesperson said, “WiRe extends a call for nominations for the Lifetime Achievement Award. Among other attributes, the winner of […]

Seamus Fearon and Karen Smith raced to victory in the Goslings & Hamilton Princess Rum to the Beach race this weekend. Fearon set an early pace and was able to control the race clocking a time of 40:37, Moses Mufandaedza was second in 41:33, and Shannon Lawrence finished third clocking 41:49. Smith showed the same […]

The Bermuda Ex-Police Association offered condolences to the family of Harold Moniz. In an online post, the Bermuda Ex-Police Association said, “Sad Passing of Harold Moniz – We are deeply saddened to report the passing of retired Assistant Commissioner Harold Moniz on 4th January 2023, at the age of 83 We understand that Harold had […]

Footballers in both the First Division and Premier Division were in action this weekend, with the BAA, Wolves, North Village Rams, X-Roads, and Devonshire Cougars all earning wins, while one match ended in a draw. First Division Young Men Social Club 0 – BAA 2 After a scoreless first half, BAA scored twice in the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bascome FC will enter three youth teams in the United Soccer League Academy Cup at the Hillsborough County Tournament Sportsplex in Tampa, Florida. Coached by Andrew Bascome, the former Bermuda coach, Bascome FC will take under-13, under-15 and under-19 teams to the tournament, which runs from March 30 to April 2. […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dage Minors says the Butterfield Front Street Mile holds a special place in his heart and hopes to be in contention for his second title on Friday night. Minors, who became the first Bermudian to win the iconic race in 2018 in 4min 33sec, will be among two local runners in […]

Amari Ebbin and his Bellbridge Cricket Club teammates went down by 72 runs in their Victorian Turf Cricket Association match against Williamstown Colts at the Greenwich Reserve Cricket Grounds in Australia. Williamstown won the toss and elected to bat, they would score 224/7 in their allotted 40 overs, Ajay Bhandary was the top scorer with […]

Snooker action resumed with Keen Cup Quarter-Final between Spanish Point Boat Club One and Watford Sports Club at Spanish Point and the Keen Cup Semi-Final between Sandys Boat Club and Spanish Point Boat Club Two at Sandys Boat Club. Watford Sports Club 3 – Spanish Point Boat Club One 2 Spanish Point Captain Stewart Greenslade […]

“If the Premier is serious about reducing the economic burden we all face, he can start by getting rid of the sugar tax,” Opposition Leader Cole Simons said this evening. Mr. Simons said, “Three months ago, while in the middle of a leadership challenge, Premier David Burt promised Parliament that changes were coming to his […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The island’s top young golfers will be in action in the Butterfield Bermuda Junior Championship at Port Royal Golf Course. Oliver Betschart, Dylan Muso, and Sienna Mosquera will be among the boys and girls competing in the championship, which starts on Friday [January 13]. Admission is free for the event. Betschart […]