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Luke Robinson Vows To Recover From Injury

February 3, 2025

Bermuda national team footballer Luke Robinson said he is “devastated” about sustaining a serious knee injury but determined to “fight on” and make a full recovery. Robinson injured his knee in Whitehawk’s 2-2 draw away to Carshalton Athletic in the Isthmian League Premier Division last month. The winger, who played for Bermuda in their recent […]

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Adrian Roach Impresses At Brampton Cup

February 3, 2025

Boxer Adrian Roach won two of his three amateur bouts in the super-welterweight division at the Brampton Cup in Ontario, Canada. Roach, representing Crandall University in Moncton, was defeated by Alexander Campbell, of the West End Athletic Club, in the final yesterday [February 2]. The Bermudian defeated Josh Melvin in the quarter-finals and Kuwar Manu […]

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Aaliyah Nolan Creates Goal In Bradford Win

February 3, 2025

Bermuda national team footballer Aaliyah Nolan had an assist in Bradford City AFC Women’s 6-0 win away to York RI Women in the North East Regional Women’s League Premier Division yesterday [February 2]. Nolan plays as a striker for Bradford and Bermuda. Bradford are fourth in the standings with 19 points from nine games, including […]

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PLP Propose Debate With Eight Participants

February 3, 2025

The PLP issued a statement saying that they propose a debate with two representatives of the Progressive Labour Party, the One Bermuda Alliance, the Free Democratic Movement and the Independents, which would make a total of eight participants in the debate. A spokesperson said, “The Progressive Labour Party is today calling for a national debate to discuss the issues facing Bermuda. We propose […]

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Jevon Roberts and Oliver Betschart win Bermuda Four-Ball Championship

February 2, 2025

Jevon Roberts and Oliver Betschart maintained their lead to win the Bermuda Four-Ball Championship at Port Royal Golf Course on Sunday.
Betschart and Roberts produced back-to-back rounds of 67 to fini…

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OBA’s Ben Smith & Scott Pearman Statement

February 2, 2025

“I am deeply concerned regarding the current trajectory of education reform in Bermuda,” OBA Deputy Leader Ben Smith said, and MP Scott Pearman added that “with the election underway, all policy decisions must wait until after the public has decided upon Bermuda’s next Government.” OBA Deputy Leader Ben Smith statement: Mr. Smith said, “I am […]

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Photos: Spittal Pond Nature Reserve

February 2, 2025

Today [Feb 2] is World Wetlands Day, and we take a look at the Spittal Pond Nature Reserve, one of the most well known wetlands areas in Bermuda. The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] website describes the area by saying, “Visit one of the island’s largest and most untouched open spaces to spot numerous resident and […]

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PLP open to national debate

February 2, 2025

The Progressive Labour Party has opened the door to a national debate ahead of the General Election on February 18.
In a statement released this evening, the PLP proposed a format featuring representa…

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North Village take advantage of slip-ups by title challengers

February 2, 2025

North Village 3 Hamilton Parish 1

North Village capitalised on Dandy Town’s loss and PHC’s draw to go five points clear at the top of the Premier Division after prevailing against ten-men Hamilto…

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Paget and St George’s play to stalemate

February 2, 2025

Paget 0 St George’s 0

Paget and St George’s cancelled each other out in their mid-table Premier Division clash at Southampton Oval on Sunday.
With both sides not having much in the league to play…

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PHC come from two goals down to rescue point

February 2, 2025

PHC 2 Devonshire Cougars 2

Title contenders PHC fought back from a two-goal deficit to draw against Devonshire Cougars at PHC Field on Sunday.
PHC’s top scorer Enrique Russell scored both goals…

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Rapturous welcome home for Bermuda Under-17 women

February 2, 2025

The Bermuda Under-17 women’s team returned home to a rapturous reception on Sunday after securing qualification to the final round of the Concacaf World Cup qualifiers.
When the team emerged from the …

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Weather Forecast For Monday February 3

February 2, 2025

Monday, February 3 is expected to see sunny breaks with a couple showers around, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at 7.12am and […]

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Kenni Thompson Inspires Bournemouth To Win

February 2, 2025

Kenni Thompson helped inspire AFC Bournemouth Women to a 3-0 win away to Keynsham Town in the National League Division One South West today [February 2]. Thompson opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the eleventh minute and played a key role in her team’s second after her shot took a deflection off a […]

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Insurer providing digital wallet coverage sets up in Bermuda

February 2, 2025

A new insurance company has launched in Bermuda providing digital wallet insurance for certain cryptocurrencies.
Blockchain Deposit Insurance Corporation is the international entity of Palm Beach, Flo…

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Ratings affirmed for James River Group

February 2, 2025

AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of the rated operating subsidiaries of Bermudian-based James River Grou…

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Woollins & Sprincova Win BUT 5K Race

February 2, 2025

Runners lined up outside West Pembroke School for the start of the 2025 Bermuda Union of Teachers [BUT] 5K race, and Philip Woollins and Stepanka Sprincova emerged as the male and female champions. Woollins crossed the finish line in a winning time of 17:22, Dominique Mayho secured second place in 17:48, while Matt Boys finished […]

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‘This election is about the future’ Burt tells western supporters

February 2, 2025

Hundreds of the Progressive Labour Party’s western-based supporters voiced their endorsement of the incumbent government last night as electioneering reached feverish pitch in the run-in to the Genera…

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Sanchez Smith shines at BUT 5K

February 2, 2025

It was perhaps fitting that the fastest time at the Bermuda Union of Teachers 5K run on Sunday was produced by a student athlete.
Sanchez Smith, aged just 14, crossed the line in 16min 57sec to beat s…

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TCD simplifies truck replacement process

February 2, 2025

The Transport Control Department has announced the introduction of a streamlined process for replacing old trucks.
A spokeswoman for the department said the new system, based on feedback received dur…

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TCD Updates Truck Replacement Process

February 2, 2025

The Transport Control Department [TCD] announced “significant updates to the process for replacing old trucks with new trucks.” A Government spokesperson said, “Based on feedback received during the Red Tape Reduction Consultation process, these enhancements are designed to simplify the procedure, improve accessibility, and ensure faster, more efficient handling of truck replacement requests. “Replacing a […]

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Video: Supreme Court Special Sitting

February 2, 2025

On Friday [Jan 31], the Supreme Court of Bermuda held a Special Sitting commemorating the start of the 2025 Legal Year. Related Stories Video: Special Sitting Of The Supreme Court Video: Ceremonial Opening Of 2020 Legal Year Video: Hargun Sworn In As New Chief Justice 2 Hour Video: Legal Year Ceremonial Opening Video: Ian Kawaley […]

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Town Hall With C9 & C11 Candidates

February 2, 2025

The Hermitage Road Community will host a Town Hall on Wed [Feb 5] at Ocean View Golf Club, featuring candidates from Constituency 9 Smith’s West and Constituency 11 Devonshire East in a panel discussion on local issues. A spokesperson said, “The Hermitage Road Community [HRC] is proud to host a Town Hall event this upcoming […]

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Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For January 2025

February 2, 2025

During January, Bernews posted over 150 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included the General Election announcement, 2025 Onion Drop, New Year’s Eve fireworks in West End, New Years Day Motocross Race, Polar Bear Plunge, Rum To The Beach […]

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Ball Hockey Winter League Current Stats

February 2, 2025

As the Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League continues to have weather issues, a look at the standings and stats report has been released, with Spine & Sport sitting at the top of the standings with a commanding lead, showcasing their dominance in both team and individual performances. Holding a substantial 11-point advantage over their nearest […]

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Bermuda equestrians star in World Jumping Challenge

February 2, 2025

Under ideal weather conditions, the first of three competitions comprising the 2025 FEI World Jumping Challenge was held at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday.
The Challenge provides local rid…

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David Bascome’s Blast Defeat Milwaukee

February 2, 2025

David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast enjoyed a 9-3 win away to the Milwaukee Wave in the Major Arena Soccer League [MASL] yesterday [February 1]. Baltimore, second in the standings, have won ten matches and lost one so far this season. Bascome, a former North Village and Bermuda winger, was appointed as the Blast head coach in […]

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Bermuda Under-17 Advance In Qualifiers

February 2, 2025

The Bermuda Under-17 national team has secured their place in the final round of the Concacaf Women’s Under-17 World Cup qualifiers as one of the two best second-place teams. Bermuda finished second in group A with two wins and a defeat and a goal difference of plus five. Bermuda and Trinidad and Tobago, who came […]

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David Patrick’s LSU Defeated By Texas

February 2, 2025

Associate head coach David Patrick and his LSU Tigers men’s basketball team lost 89-59 at home to the University of Texas in the NCAA Division 1 yesterday [February 1]. LSU’s overall record is 12-9, 1-7 in the Southeastern Conference [SEC]. Bermudian Patrick joined LSU as an associate head coach in May last year. He is […]

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Parsons Competes At Penn State National Open

February 2, 2025

Za’Kayza Parsons and her University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] women’s indoor track and field teammates joined over 30 NCAA institutions and a selection of Canadian universities at the Penn State National Open. The event is being held at the Multi-Sport Facility & Horace Ashenfelter III Indoor Track. Parsons took to the track in the […]

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Football: Devonshire Colts Defeat Wolves

February 2, 2025

Devonshire Colts secured a convincing 4-1 win over Wolves at the Police Field in recent football action. The Colts took control early, with Sage Blair-Paynter opening the scoring in the 14th minute and he doubled the lead just seven minutes later. Jorj Dublin then added to Wolves’ woes, making it 3-0 in the 24th minute. […]

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2025 FEI World Jumping Challenge Results

February 2, 2025

The first of three competitions comprising the 2025 FEI World Jumping Challenge was held at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday [Feb 1]. A spokesperson said, “The Challenge provides local jumper riders an opportunity to compete in an international setting without having to leave their country. Riders from 10 different geographical zones compete in their […]

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Social Club dent Dandy Town’s title hopes

February 2, 2025

Dandy Town 1 Social Club 2

Young Men’s Social Club struck a blow to Dandy Town’s chances of winning the Premier Division title at Goose Gosling Field on Saturday night.
After scoring two first-h…

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Column: Horner On Palisades’ Restoration & More

February 2, 2025

[Column written by Patrice Horner] The damage from the fire in the Palisades goes deep, which is not all obvious at first. A lot of wealth was lost was lost when computers were burned when there crypto was in blockchain stored on the hard drives. Also, the underground utility pipes even melted. It was those […]

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UK Parliament: Q&A On Territories/UN List

February 2, 2025

The position of Overseas Territories – including Bermuda – on the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories was recently discussed in British Parliament. During their session on January 30th, Member of Parliament Blake Stephenson asked, “To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for his policies of the inclusion of […]

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PLP Western Family Reunion

February 1, 2025

PLP Western Family Reunion (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Devonshire Colts blitz Wolves with four first-half goals

February 1, 2025

Devonshire Colts 4-1 Wolves

Sage Blair-Paynter and Jorj Dublin each netted two first-half goals to lead Devonshire Colts to a dominant win over relegation-threatened Wolves at Police Field on Sat…

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Live Video: PLP Western Family Reunion Event

February 1, 2025

With just over two weeks until the 2025 General Election, the Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding a “Western Family Reunion” event this evening [Feb 1] at the Dalton E Tucker Primary School, with the PLP previously saying that “the Family Reunion will feature speeches from our western candidates, entertainment, music and more.” For full coverage […]

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Champions up against after day one of Bermuda Four-Ball tournament

February 1, 2025

Jarryd Dillas and Damian Palanyandi will need to come from behind if they are to retain their Bermuda Four-Ball Championship title.
The pair, who have won the last four editions of the tournament, fin…

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Adrian Roach Reaches Final Of Brampton Cup

February 1, 2025

Boxer Adrian Roach reached the final of the Brampton Cup after defeating Kuwar Manu in the semi-finals in Ontario today [February 1]. Roach, who is representing Crandall University in Moncton, will face Alexander Campbell, of the West End Athletic Club, in the final of the super-welterweight division. The Brampton Cup is Canada’s largest and longest-running […]

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Bermuda Four-Ball Championships Underway

February 1, 2025

The Bermuda Golf Association’s 2025 season teed off in style with the Bermuda Four-Ball Championships at Port Royal Golf Course. This year’s event holds extra significance as it marks the BGA’s 75th Anniversary Celebrations. After the first round, Jevon Roberts and Oliver Betschart lead the Men’s Championship with an impressive 4-under par 67. They hold […]

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Jr Doubles Tennis Tournament Day 2 Results

February 1, 2025

The second day of the Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s 2025 Junior Doubles Tournament at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium saw a flurry of action, with matches taking place across several age divisions. The under-14 boys division was particularly busy, with three matches contested. Manuel Maldonado and Riley Maybury kicked things off with a dominant 6-1, […]

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BASA Winter Short Course Series Gets Underway

February 1, 2025

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association [BASA] launched its Winter Short Course Series at the BASA Pool. The event saw a number of impressive performances from young swimmers. In the 13-14 girls 100 SC meter freestyle, Scarlett Spurling took first place with a time of 1:04.90. Sofia Leclerc finished second in 1:14.23, while Keira Kearns came […]

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Ball Hockey: Hamilton Princess Defeats Appleby

February 1, 2025

The Hamilton Princess emerged victorious in the sole Bermuda Ball Hockey match of the day, defeating Appleby 7-3 at the PCC Hockey Rink. Hamilton Princess established an early advantage, taking a 2-0 lead at the end of the first period courtesy of goals from Mathew Benson and Mathew Katzsch. The second period saw Hamilton Princess […]

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Brookfield Infrastructure posts net income of $391m in FY24

February 1, 2025

Bermudian-based Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP has reported net income attributable to the partnership of $391 million for the 2024 fiscal year.
That compares with $432 million in the prior yea…

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January 2025: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

February 1, 2025

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the tranquil haven, serenity on Bermuda shores, waters & […]

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YGS And Tuff Dogs Win In Corona Cup

February 1, 2025

YGS and Tuff Dogs posted victories in the Corona League Cup at Goose Gosling Field yesterday [January 31]. YGS defeated FC Rhino 4-0 thanks to goals from Domah Williams, Mark Godfrey, Luigi Cacace and Jordan Medeiros. Meanwhile, Tuff Dogs beat Inter BDA 4-2 courtesy of goals from Neil Figuerido [2], Shawn Brown and Jao Madeiros. […]

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From agony to ecstasy for Bermuda Under-17 women

February 1, 2025

Bermuda 1 Puerto Rico 2

What began as a painful day ended in jubilation for Bermuda when they qualified as one of the best second-place finishers in the Concacaf Under-17 Women’s World Cup quali…

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Junior Doubles Tennis Tournament Underway

February 1, 2025

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s 2025 Junior Doubles Tournament has begun at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium, with some exciting matches already taking place. In the under-14 boys doubles, Cayden Lee and Trystan Thompson secured a straight-sets victory over Julian Hands and Michael Mohipp, winning 6-3, 6-4. The under-14 mixed doubles competition also saw a […]

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting Feb 1

February 1, 2025

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, February 1st. On Monday the Oleander container ship and the T.S. Christian Radich R&R vessel are expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship and the Seapeak Catalunya CT vessel will arrive, and on Thursday the […]

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