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Voting for the 2025 Bermuda General Election is officially underway, with two days of advanced voting — for travelers, seniors and specific others — recently held ahead of the official election on February 18, and Bernews stopped by the advanced polls last night to get comment from a few candidates. For full coverage of the […]

Bermuda Realty Company Limited celebrated the dedication of its long-serving employees, honoring team members who have collectively contributed 210 years of service across various departments. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Realty Company Limited, a leading provider of comprehensive property-related services in Bermuda, proudly recognizes the outstanding dedication and commitment of several team members who have achieved […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] For Jordyn Morris, the North Village Lady Rams are more than just a netball club – they are family. She first joined the Lady Rams’ youth programme at eight years old, where she nurtured her passion for the game and developed her skills. By 15, she had already earned a spot […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] As we step into the second week of Heart Month, let’s show some love to your most vital organ – your heart! With Valentine’s Day approaching, it’s a perfect time to swap those heart-shaped chocolates for heart-healthy choices. This week, Dr Watkins has sought expert advice from senior dietitians […]

58% of CEOs around the world expect global economic growth to increase over the next 12 months, according to PwC’s 28th Annual Global CEO Survey, launched at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. A spokesperson said, “The report, which surveyed 4,701 CEOs across 109 countries and territories, including in Bermuda and the Caribbean, also finds […]

Several leaders and members of a Christian youth group were honoured with special medals during a Holy Communion service on Sunday [February 9]. Captain Joy Symonds, the commanding officer of the Bermuda Church Girls Brigade [CGB] at St Paul’s Anglican Church in Paget, received the Christian Service Award and the Exemplary Service Medal in recognition […]

Group A of the 2025 Concacaf Under 17 qualifiers continued at the Dame Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center. Curaçao 2 – Turks & Caicos Islands 0 Curaçao would get a goal in each half as they went to the top of the group with 6 points following their 2 – […]

The PLP is inviting everyone to a Grand Finale Family Reunion Rally this Saturday, February 15, at Francis Patton Primary School. A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party cordially invites you to the East to join us for our Grand Finale Family Reunion Rally this Saturday, February 15 at Francis Patton Primary School. Doors open […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a stunning scene of sparkling lights and boats in Bermuda. 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 […]

Phoenix Heat defeated St. George’s Lady Colts 49-11 in Bermuda Netball Association senior league action. Phoenix Heat asserted their dominance early on, with K’Xiyae Gibbons leading the charge, netting an impressive 25 goals. Best attacker Eshé Grant contributed a further 18 goals, while Kammie Mills added 6 to complete the rout. The Lady Colts struggled to […]

AM Best affirms PartnerRe’s A+ [Superior] financial strength and stable outlook, reflecting solid underwriting performance and strong balance sheet strength. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “aa-” [Superior] of the operating subsidiaries of PartnerRe Ltd. [collectively […]

David Morris and his Masters School men’s track and field teammates competed at the  117th Millrose Games, held at the Nike Track & Field Center at The Armory in New York. Morris ran the third leg for the Masters School in the 4x400m relay, contributing to a fourth-place finish with a time of 3:27.13, which […]

Arch Capital announced its 2024 fourth quarter results. saying “we closed the year with a very strong fourth quarter including contributions from all our earnings sources.” A spokesperson said, “The results included: Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $925 million, or $2.42 per share, representing a 17.9% annualized net income return on average common […]

Minister of Health Kim Wilson, BHB CEO Scott Pearman, and Dr. Jonathan Makanjoula introduced the Integrated Care in Bermuda: Understanding Prostate Health booklet. Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “I’m very pleased to be launching the Integrated Care in Bermuda: Understanding Prostate Health booklet today. “This booklet is one of the recommended deliverables from an […]

The PLP has claimed that some OBA candidates who have an interest in government contracts did not submit their declarations on time, while the OBA said that “contrary to the party’s assertion, the One Bermuda Alliance did file its declarations on time.” PLP Statement A PLP spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] takes seriously […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Feb 11] include cancellation of registration, boards appointments, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Bermuda Monetary Authority Resilience Re Ltd Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Cancellation of Registration Notice ID: GN0204/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Monetary Authority Publication date: 11 February, 2025 Order Insurance Act 1978 […]

Rockal Evans returned to the water in Australia for the Pittwater Regatta, part of the 2025 Pittwater Cup Series, and made a triumphant showing. As tactician aboard “Soozal,” Evans played a crucial role in the yacht’s success, guiding the team to victory in all three races of the ORC Fleet Division 1. The regatta began […]

Bermuda Youth Connect [BYC] and Bernews are hosting a discussion with Shadow Finance Minister Dr Douglas DeCouto and Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward this evening [Feb 9] regarding the economy and cost of living, marking the second of two topic-based panel discussions. For full coverage of the 2025 Election and past elections, visit […]

Isabella Howes capped off a successful run at the Ontario University Athletics [OUA] Swimming Championships on the final day, competing in two preliminary events at the Markham Pan Am Centre. Howes anchored the Western women’s 4×100 SC meter medley relay team to a third-place finish, securing qualification for the U Sports Canadian University Swimming Championships […]

Bermuda Youth Connect interviewed candidates from Constituencies 28 and 30 in Bermuda’s upcoming 2025 General Election, discussing issues including, but not limited to, crime, infrastructure, healthcare, the cost of living and more. C28, Dennis Lister III [PLP], Victoria Cunningham [OBA], and Gavin Kennedy [Independent]  C30, Mischa Fubler [PLP] and Dwayne Robinson [OBA] For full coverage […]

Mereo Insurance Limited, a new reinsurance platform, launches with an A- AM Best rating and strong backing, aiming to capitalize on the current global property and casualty reinsurance market. A spokesperson said, “Mereo Insurance Limited, a new reinsurance platform, has received an A- credit rating from AM Best, and begins operations this week in an […]

Appleby’s Bermuda office is introducing a Privacy Officer Training Boot Camp, designed for current and prospective Privacy Officers, in-house counsel, compliance managers, human resource professionals, and all other service providers who are associated with a Privacy Officer’s duties and responsibilities. A spokesperson said, “The course will take place on Thursday 27 February at BUEI [Bermuda […]

MultiStrat, the specialist underwriter and reinsurance investment platform, has hired Maryam Abdullah as Head of Pricing. A spokesperson said, “Based in Bermuda, Ms Abdullah will support MultiStrat’s ambitious growth plans for 2025. “Ms Abdullah, who has worked with the company since 2022 as a consultant, now joins MultiStrat on a full-time basis. She is a […]

The 2025 Ocean View Memorial Golf Tournament concluded with victories for Nick Jones, LeRoy Robinson, Ann Symonds, and Garry Burgess across the various Divisions. Nick Jones took the top spot in the professional division flight gross category, carding a winning round of 70. LeRoy Robinson claimed the men’s division flight gross title with a round […]