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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 […]