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[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] As we continue with tips and concentrate on your heart for heart month, for week three, we will focus on heart health by tracking and being proactive with understanding your numbers. With this information, you can make decisions about your heart and work with your healthcare practitioners to make […]

February 17 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,709.91, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 14 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Feb 13 […]

The 2025 Carnival in Bermuda Launch Event was held last night at The Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson previously said, “This event will officially kick off the 2025 Carnival season, promising an evening filled with excitement, celebration, and creative excellence. Attendees will also have the exclusive opportunity to witness the NOVA Mas International Costume Launch, showcasing […]

The Bermuda Karting Club’s 2024/2025 season continued with race day 9 at the Southside Motorsports Park, delivering another exciting day of racing action and close competition. Ryan Burgess was the dominant force in the tag senior class, taking the checkered flag in all three races. Ethan Wheatley mirrored Burgess’s success in the tag junior class, […]

King Edward VII Memorial Hospital is participating in an FDA clinical study for the Polymotion Hip Resurfacing implant, making it the first overseas center to contribute to this groundbreaking research. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is part of a US Food and Drug Administration [FDA] clinical study to bring a new orthopaedic implant […]

PLP Leader and Premier David Burt delivered his closing election campaign remarks today [Feb 17], calling this General Election “a choice that will shape our island’s future not just for the next few years, but for the generations that follow. ” Premier Burt said, “Over the last 39 days, this team behind you has visited […]

The Vulnerable Persons Unit [VPU] of the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and the Department of Public Prosecutions [DPP] recently took part in a Safety Summit at Harrington Sound Primary School. A spokesperson said, “The team spoke with students about safety, both personal and online. Some of the topics addressed included ‘good touch, bad touch’, use […]

The Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race, the popular walk and fundraiser for the Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA], will be held on Sunday, March 9, under the theme ‘These Feet are Made for Walking.’ A spokesperson said, “The event, which raised $26,000 in 2024 for its 25th anniversary, is the BDA’s biggest annual fundraiser. The charity […]

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] will be hosting a free Community Day on Sunday [Feb 23] sponsored by RenaissanceRe and Butterfield. A spokesperson said, “There will be food vendors, door prizes and a multitude of free hands-on activities for all ages so that everyone can engage with the Museum and dive deeper into Bermuda […]

Inter BDA are leading the Corona League table after six matches this season. They have secured 14 points, one point ahead of second-place Robin Hood. YGS have also played six matches and sit third on seven points. Tuff Dogs and FC Rhino have both played five matches, with Tuff Dogs on six points and Rhino […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Garon Wilkinson, the Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA] president, has praised the performances of the amateur Sanda kickboxers who competed at the weekend. Several BSA fighters showcased their skills against competitors from the Kaniwa Dojo in Amarillo, Texas, on the undercard of Fight Night at The Shed in Dockyard. Among the adult […]

The Equestrian Center on Vesey Street hosted another exciting round of harness pony racing, featuring a dramatic photo finish in heat seven. The 1:04/1-1:05/1 time bar class race saw both Kirista Rabain, driving Gold Rush, and Teshi Zuill, driving Gold-N-Glory, clock identical winning times of 1:05&1, requiring a judge’s decision to separate them. Rabain was […]

The Parliamentary Registry Office is reminding the public that polling stations will be open tomorrow [Feb 18] from 8.00am to 8.00pm for the 2025 General Election. A Government spokesperson said, “Tomorrow [February 18] is election day, and the Parliamentary Registry Office is reminding all registered voters that all polling stations will be open from 8.00am […]

“Customs Officers play a critical part in protecting our borders, safeguarding our economy, and ensuring that the laws of our land are upheld,” said Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, during a Bermuda Customs Department Passing-Out ceremony on February 13th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Customs Department has strengthened its ranks with the addition […]

The Emperial Group – which has one candidate in this election, Eugene Dean in C33 –  has released the list of candidates that they are endorsing in various constituencies. A spokesperson said, “The Emperial Group entered the political arena to remove the PLP from office, create a pathway to a coalition government, and address the leadership vacuum […]

[Opinion column written by Christopher Famous] Often, far too often politics can have people feeling dejected, and wondering if they should quit. Fortunately, at those times, one has a set of guiding principles to fall back on for support. Some 60 odd years ago a few families set about doing something that had never been […]

The 2025 Carnival in Bermuda Launch Event was held last night at The Berkeley Institute. A spokesperson previously said, “This event will officially kick off the 2025 Carnival season, promising an evening filled with excitement, celebration, and creative excellence. Attendees will also have the exclusive opportunity to witness the NOVA Mas International Costume Launch, showcasing […]

The Department of Social Insurance announced the launch of a new online application service. A Government spokesperson said, “As part of the Government of Bermuda’s commitment to modernising public services and improving efficiency, the Department of Social Insurance is pleased to announce the launch of new online application services. This initiative aligns with the Government’s […]

Bryce Montgomery recorded an assist in Bloomington Bison’s 5-2 defeat at home to Toledo Walleye in the ECHL yesterday [February 16]. Montgomery, who has been assigned to the Bison by National Hockey League [NHL] team the Carolina Hurricanes, created a goal for Maxim Barbashev. The Bison, founded last year, are making their debut in the […]

The YGCA Tornadoes matched up against the Bermuda under-15 school select team, with YGGA securing a comprehensive 175-run victory. Batting first, the YGCA Tornadoes were eventually bowled out for 248. Pranav Narayan top-scored with 45 runs, while Manvik Reddy Remata was the pick of the Bermuda U15’s bowlers, taking 4 wickets for 28 runs in […]

The Hamilton Lions Club invited Patrina O’Connor-Paynter, of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda, to speak at a recent event at the Royal Hamilton Dinghy Club. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bermuda is a mentoring programme dedicated to helping youngsters primarily from single-parent homes, realise their potential by facilitating the development of long-term one-on-one relationships. […]

Bermudian rugby union player Jamin Hodgkins kicked 12 points in Pacific Pride Academy’s 57-19 win over James Bay at the Starlight Stadium in their British Columbia Men’s Premier League match at the weekend. Hodgkins, a former Bermuda Under-19 international and Warwick Academy student, kicked six of his nine conversions. He plays at fly-half or fullback. […]