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Dr. Carika Weldon has been selected as one of only three global presenters for the International Women’s Forum [IWF] event in South Africa in November. A spokesperson said, “Dr Carika Weldon, Founder and CEO of CariGenetics, has been officially selected as one of three global presenters for the International Women’s Forum [IWF] annual ‘Ideas Remaking the […]

Bermudian golfer Daniel Augustus carded a one-over par 73 in the opening round of The Mannings Heath Masters on the Clutch Pro Tour in the UK. Competing at the Mannings Heath Estate course, Augustus recorded four birdies and nine pars against five bogeys. After navigating the front nine at two-over par, Augustus played the back […]

The Bermuda National Trust‘s Waterville head office was struck by lightning, causing damage to the chimney. Bermuda National Trust posted the image below and said, “Our head office ‘Waterville’ at the foot of the lane was struck by lightning in the storm this morning! All staff and campers are fine, but the Grade 1 listed building […]

The Bermuda Basketball Association will host a 3×3 tournament on August 23rd. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Basketball Association will be holding a 3×3 tournament on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at BHS gymnasium. Categories: Male U17 Female U17 Male U19 Female Open Male Open “Minimum – 4 teams per category [Up to 4 players per tea] […]

Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Dan Burrows, Group Chief Executive Officer of Fidelis Insurance Group, commented: “We have continued to successfully execute on our strategy of balancing the pursuit of profitable underwriting opportunities with returning meaningful capital to shareholders. “Year-to-date, we grew gross premiums […]

Conyers is now accepting applications for its 2025 Gap Year Programme, with the paid internship giving recent high school and university undergraduates the chance to step into the professional world before continuing their studies. A spokesperson said, “Starting this fall, the Gap Year Programme offers the opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience across the […]

Bacardi celebrated its 60th anniversary in Bermuda by planting 60 native and endemic trees on Trunk Island. A spokesperson said, “As part of its 60th anniversary celebrations in Bermuda, family-owned Bacardi has planted 60 native and endemic trees on Trunk Island, the education and conservation center of the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo [BAMZ]. The […]

Bermuda will send an 18-member delegation of dancers, musicians, visual artists, and cultural ambassadors to represent the island at CARIFESTA XV in Barbados from 22–31 August. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is set to make a vibrant mark at the Caribbean’s premier arts and culture festival, CARIFESTA XV, taking place in Barbados from 22 – 31 […]

Bermudian Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers were defeated 9-5 at home to the Columbus Clingstones in Double-A of Minor League Baseball yesterday [August 13]. Hall was rested for the match. Biloxi face the Columbus Clingstones today. Related Stories Adam Hall’s Biloxi Defeat Columbus Adam Hall’s Biloxi Defeated By Smokies Adam Hall’s Biloxi Defeat Knoxville Adam Hall’s […]

Bermudian swimmers competed on day four of the Pan American Junior Games in Asunción, Paraguay, yesterday [August 13]. In the women’s 50 metres freestyle, Marleigh Howes finished second in her heat in 27.62sec, placing 22nd overall. Meanwhile, Jack Harvey, who won bronze in the 100 backstroke on Tuesday, won his heat in the men’s 50 […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A vibrant new mural now brightens the offices of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda thanks to local artist Carlos Santana. The 8ft by 11ft creation, located on the third floor of the Bermudiana Arcade on Queen Street, was unveiled yesterday [August 13] to celebrate the charity’s 47 years of service […]

Transamerica Life Bermuda has launched its Opus One Indexed Universal Life product in Hong Kong and appointed Brandon Szeto as Chief Commercial Officer, marking a strategic milestone in expanding its high-net-worth offerings in Asia. A spokesperson said, “A strategic milestone for Transamerica Life Bermuda as it expands its high-net-worth offering in Asia under newly appointed […]

August 13 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,974.34, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 12 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 11 […]

The Ministry of National Security advises that the Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] is “closely monitoring the movements and projected path of Tropical Storm Erin in the Atlantic Ocean.” A Government spokesperson said, “As of today’s noon advisory, the Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] reported that Tropical Storm Erin was just over 1,500 nautical miles to the east-south-east […]

Premier David Burt, Minister Michael Weeks, and Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson all released statements following the brazen daylight shooting that resulted in the death of two men. Premier David Burt statement Premier Burt said, “The tragic events of yesterday, which claimed the lives of two young men, have shaken our island once again. My deepest condolences […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 13] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered & boards appointments. Director Department Of Communications Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0791/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Communications Publication date: 13 August, 2025 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director, Department Of […]

Thursday, August 14 is expected to see plentiful sunshine, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6.42am and sunset will be at 8.04pm. […]

Graham Alexander, the Bradford City manager, has revealed the Sky Bet League One side never considered trying to sign their former striker Nahki Wells. Wells played for Bradford from 2011 to 2014 before joining Championship side Huddersfield Town for $2 million [£1.5 million]. The 35-year-old was linked with a move to Bradford this summer from […]

The Bermuda Under-19 national cricket team were defeated by the United States Under-19 by seven wickets on the DLS method in the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Americas Qualifier in Atlanta today [August 13]. Batting first, Bermuda scored 55 all out off 32.5 overs, with Luke Horan scoring 21 and Luke Fulton 16. In […]

The Economic Development Department’s Fintech Webinar Series 2025 continues on Friday [Aug 15], featuring Tiffany Austin of the Bermuda Monetary Authority, who will discuss the influence of the Digital Asset Business Regulatory Framework. A spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department [EDD] is pleased to announce the next installment of its Fintech Webinar Series 2025, on […]

Paradise Mobile has promoted Ashantae Goater to Senior Brand Ambassador, recognising her “outstanding leadership, adaptability, and contributions over her two years with the company.” A spokesperson said, “In her newly expanded role, Goater will take on increased responsibilities in billing and charging operations, whilst continuing to drive improvements in customer service delivery. She has emerged […]

ALIRT Research released a report saying there is “concern” regarding the “rapid increase of U.S. life insurance and annuity reserves ceded to reinsurers in non-U.S. jurisdictions, especially those domiciled in Bermuda.” A statement from the company said, “There has been growing concern over the last several years regarding the rapid increase of U.S. life insurance […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that the deadline for public feedback on the Southlands Park Draft Management Plan has been extended to Tuesday, 19 August 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “Residents are encouraged to take this additional time to review the plan and share their views on the future of one of […]

Kiwon Waldron competed in five races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, securing two top-five finishes. The Bermudian harness pony racing driver’s best results were a pair of fourth-place finishes in the Trot Class. He guided Momsshowgirl to the finish in 1:58.4 and later steered Hot Cash across the line in 2:01.2. In his other […]

Bermuda’s Robin Selley and Jaydon Roberts have been praised for their performances at the Pan American Junior Games in Asunción, Paraguay. Trina Roberts, the National Archery Association of Bermuda assistant coach, said she was proud of the pair’s showings in the individual and team events. Jaydon Roberts and Selley finished fourth in the mixed recurve […]

Swimmer Jack Harvey claimed Bermuda’s first medal at the Pan American Junior Games in Asunción, Paraguay, yesterday [August 12]. Harvey won bronze in the 100 metres backstroke after finishing the A final in 54.69sec. He advanced to the final after winning his preliminary heat in 55.74, placing him third overall in the qualifiers. In other […]

[Opinion column written by Laurie Shiell] Imagine a co-worker who’s suddenly withdrawn. A neighbour who flinches at loud noises. A friend who’s become hard to reach. Signs of domestic abuse and sexual assault are often subtle, but the suffering behind them is profound. In Bermuda, one in four women [27%] and one in eight men […]

The Bermuda Football Association has announced the 20-player squad set to compete in the CFU Girls’ U-14 Challenge Series in Trinidad & Tobago from August 15–24. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] today announced the official squad that will represent the Island at the 2025 CFU Girls’ U-14 Challenge Series. Team Bermuda travels […]

The Devonshire Parish Council has announced its scholarship recipients for the 2025/26 academic year, including Micah Hollis, Kaylee Almeida, Justin Welch, Shania Kassiram, and Dante Waldron. A spokesperson said, “The Devonshire Parish Council is delighted to announce the recipients of its annual scholarship program for the academic year 2025/26. The Devonshire Parish Council Scholarship aims […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a striking aerial view of the island, capturing lush greenery, coastal cliffs and turquoise waters. 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 […]

August 12 saw 2,900 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $47,850.00 BD. 2,900 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 2.7% at $16.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,974.34, down 0.14% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 49 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 12] include boards appointments, public notification, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Criminal Injuries Compensation Board Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0787/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 12 August, 2025 Criminal Injuries Compensation Act, 1973 Chairman – […]

Premier David Burt joined Gencom to open the new Racquet Centre at Rosewood Tucker’s Point, which includes Bermuda’s first padel court and expanded tennis and pickleball facilities. Premier David Burt posted the images below and said, “Last week, I joined Minister Owen Darrell, BIU President Chris Furbert and Gencom as we opened the new Racket […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public that the single lane closure on Palmetto Road, underneath the Glebe Road Bridge in Pembroke Parish, will be extended to facilitate bridge repair works. A Government spokesperson said, “The revised closure period will run from Friday, 15 August 2025, to Friday, 19 September 2025. […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board advised that the road on the KEMH campus that connects Berry Hill and Point Finger Roads will not be accessible as a through road on the morning of Thursday 14 August, from about 7:30am through to about noon. A spokesperson said, “The road will be blocked near the Orthopaedic [Fracture] Clinic entrance […]

The police have confirmed that three people were shot on Court Street this afternoon [Aug 12], and one person has died. In describing the suspects, the police said there were two people on a dark-colored motorbike. The rider was wearing a black helmet, balaclava covering his face, a long sleeved blue top and gray sweatpants, […]

Appleby Bermuda recently held a moot court competition, with interns Kyla Lowe, Owen Neal, Seon Tatem, Ashley Attride-Stirling, Thomas Evans, and Juron Tucker taking part. A spokesperson said, “Appleby’s Bermuda office recently concluded its second annual summer internship mock trial, known as a moot court competition, on 7 August. Juron Tucker [student standing]: “Over the […]

The Bermuda Under-19 national cricket team were defeated by Canada Under-19 by eight wickets in the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Americas Qualifier in Atlanta, the United States, today [August 12]. Bermuda, batting first, scored 60 off 16.5 overs, with Luke Horan, Isaiah O’Brien and Callum McIntosh all hitting 13 runs. In reply, Canada […]

Krista Dyer narrowly missed out on a podium finish at the World Games in Chengdu, China, today [August 12], losing to Egypt’s Aly Menaalla in the bronze medal bout of the women’s 70kg Sanda competition. The Bermudian, representing the Bermuda Sanshou Association, was defeated on points in what proved to be a hard-fought contest. Despite […]

Police have confirmed the death of 54-year-old Jason Liburd. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the male whose lifeless body was found in the area of Fenton’s Drive, Pembroke, on Sunday, August 10, 2025, as 54-year-old Jason Liburd. “Mr. Liburd was pronounced dead by an on-call physician […]

Butterfield has completed its 2025 Summer Internship programme, with ten Bermudian undergraduate students taking part. A spokesperson said, “Butterfield is pleased to announce the successful completion of its 2025 Summer Internship programme, which provided ten Bermudian undergraduate students with valuable hands-on experience in the financial services industry. “The ten-week programme was designed to equip participants […]

“A recent court case has raised serious concerns, not just about how we handle justice in Bermuda, but how we manage public money,” Opposition Senator Maurice Foley said. Senator Foley said, “Earlier this month, a 23-year-old man pleaded guilty to ten traffic offences. The court imposed a fine of just over $4,600. Instead of paying […]

American actress Jaclyn Smith — best known for her role in the TV series Charlie’s Angels — recently visited the island with her husband, sharing the news with her more than half a million followers on Instagram and saying “the payoff of these views has been more than worth it.” Ms. Smith posted the photos […]

Bermuda will send a team of five athletes to the North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletics Association Senior Championships [NACAC] in Freeport, Grand Bahamas. The championships will run from Friday [August 15] to Sunday. Representing the island will be middle-distance runners Dage Minors and Ryan Outerbridge, discus thrower Tiara DeSilva, sprinter Caitlyn Bobb and […]

American television personality Al Roker recently spent time in Bermuda celebrating his son Nick’s 23rd birthday, sharing the news with his one million followers on Instagram and saying that he “can’t wait to go back.” Al Roker posted the image below and said, “We had a great time celebrating Nick Roker’s 23rd birthday in Bermuda […]

[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Victoria Cunningham] Lack of transparency in Bermuda’s healthcare system is no longer just an administrative oversight, it’s a breach of public trust. When nearly $1 billion of taxpayer money has flowed into our hospital since the introduction of block grant funding in 2019, Bermudians have every right to demand […]

Bermuda’s athletes competed on day two of the Pan American Junior Games in Asunción, Paraguay, yesterday [August 11]. In the swimming preliminaries, Marleigh Howes competed in the women’s 200 metres freestyle, finishing eighth in heat three in 2min 13.51sec. Her performance placed her 24th overall. Elijah Daley was in action in the men’s 100 butterfly, […]

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron recorded two wins and two additional top-five finishes while competing at the Jay County Fairgrounds. Waldron drove Starlitwhatamemory to victory in a 3-Year-Old Filly Pace, finishing the mile in 1:59.3. He secured a second win aboard Derek’s Rocket in a 3-Year-Old Colt Pace with a time of 2:00.0. […]

Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher will return for her second season with the Fort Lauderdale United FC in Florida after making 13 appearances in the club’s inaugural campaign. The Fort Lauderdale Club said, “Nia Christopher is entering her second season with Fort Lauderdale United FC. “Christopher appeared in 13 matches during Fort Lauderdale’s inaugural campaign, earning […]

Open Airways announced that Nicola MacDougall has joined the team as an Asthma and COPD Educator, bringing over 17 years of clinical experience and a long history of volunteer service to the organization. A spokesperson said, “Nicola has been ‘unofficially’ part of the Open Airways team for many years as she has served in the […]