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Bermuda is commemorating Remembrance Day with a ceremony and parade in Hamilton today [Nov 11] and you can tune in and watch live below. We will have a photo gallery later on and you can view all our coverage of this year, and past years, Remembrance Day events by clicking here and for over 50 videos covering Remembrance […]

Bermudian ice hockey player Blake Montgomery made his debut for the London Knights in their 8-7 win away to Guelph in the Ontario Hockey League [OHL] yesterday [November 10]. Montgomery has joined Knights on an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. The forward, who was drafted by National Hockey League [NHL] team the Ottawa Senators in […]

The Ministry of National Security invites everyone to the Taylor Made Peace Concert & Family Funday, which will be held today [Nov 11] at Bernard Park. A spokesperson said, “Join us today, November 11th, from 11 AM to 6 PM at Bernard Park for a day of peace, music, and community! “The Ministry of National […]

Adam Prunty emerged triumphant at the AXA XL man on the run 5K, delivering a winning performance with a time of 16:19. Chayce Smith secured second place in 16:49, followed closely by Jake Smith in third clocking 16:51. Jackson Langley finished fourth overall [17:06], Shannon Lawrence claimed fifth place [17:20]. Dylan Eiselt crossed the line […]

Bermuda’s Najee Pitt-Clarke made her debut for the Reading University women’s rugby team which plays in the Women’s South Eastern Tier 3A division. Pitt-Clarke wasted no time making an impact, scoring a try in her debut game which the Reading University women’s rugby team won 44 – 0 over Royal Holloway University of London. Related Stories […]

A Disney cruise ship — while on its transatlantic sailing from the Netherlands to its new home at Port Canaveral — rescued four people from a disabled catamaran approximately 265 miles off the coast of Bermuda on Sunday. A U.S Coast Guard spokesperson said, “Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City responded to a disabled 50-foot […]

Hamilton Parish claimed a 2-1 victory over the Paget Lions in the Dudley Eve Trophy final at Wellington Oval on Sunday. Jordan Outerbridge gave Hamilton Parish the lead in the 19th minute, but Paget Lions equalized four minutes later through Diaje Hart. Macquille Walker scored the winning goal for Hamilton Parish in the 82nd minute. […]

Taylor Carrick’s campaign at the Men’s White Oaks Squash Cup 2024 concluded in the first round following a hard-fought encounter with England’s Robert Downer, the ninth seed. Held at the prestigious White Oaks Resort and Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, the match saw Downer assert his dominance early on, taking the first two games with scores […]

The PLP said they join with the people of Bermuda in mourning the passing of Canon James W. Francis, a “distinguished Bermudian whose life was marked by unwavering service, dedication to faith, and a profound commitment to his community.” Premier and Party Leader David Burt expressed deep sorrow at the news, stating: “Canon James Francis […]

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sport celebrates Jada Pearman, saying her “recent performance with the Paul Taylor Dance Company at New York’s David H. Koch Theatre has brought pride to Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “Jada debuted in Dedicated to You, a solo choreographed by Robert Battle, honouring the legacy of dance icon Carolyn […]

The Office of Youth Affairs [TOYA] invites “all of Bermuda to come together for National Anti-Bullying Week, between Monday, November 11th and Friday, November 15th, with the theme ‘Choose Respect.” A Government spokesperson said, “Through a series of events, challenges, and celebrations, this campaign encourages youth, families, and the wider community to spread kindness, champion […]

Eva Frazzoni scored in AFC Sudbury’s 2-1 win away to Dulwich Hamlet in the FA Women’s National League Division One South East today [November 10]. The Bermuda women’s national team captain netted her side’s second goal to make it 2-0 in the first half. Related Stories Kenni Thompson Scores For Bournemouth Kenni Thompson Scores For […]

The North Village Rams secured the Under-15 Leonard DeRosa Holder Cup championship with a decisive 4-1 victory over the PHC Zebras. Amir Brangman-Johnson opened the scoring for the Rams in the 11th minute, followed by a goal from Jason Dixon DeSilva four minutes later. Kruz Iris narrowed the deficit for the Zebras in the 22nd […]

Monday, November 11 is expected to see some sunny periods with a possible shower overnight, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 6.45am […]

Asia Hollis and her Wheaton College [mass.] women’s tennis teammates secured a 4 – 3 victory over Simmons University in a dual match held at Daly Courts in Brighton, Massachusetts. A dominant performance in doubles play proved decisive for Wheaton, with the team dropping only two games across all three doubles matches. Junior Alissa Ortiz, […]

As part of today’s Remembrance Sunday observances in the UK, Kimberley Durrant, the Bermuda Government’s London Office Director & UK Representative, laid a wreath at the Cenotaph in London on behalf of Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Ms. Durrant joined other Overseas Territories representatives for the annual occasion at Whitehall, London. The Cenotaph Ceremony is a […]

This Movember, Made to Fade Ltd. is “shining a spotlight on men’s mental health by encouraging men to see grooming as a gateway to self-care, confidence, and connection.” A spokesperson said, “Barbershops have historically been one of the first safe spaces for men, where they can unwind and share their thoughts freely, often opening up […]

Bermudian pair Andy Stoneham and Luis Martin finished tenth in the Super Stock class at the Race World Offshore Key West World Championships in Key West, Florida, on Friday [November 8]. They were competing in a field of 14 powerboats in their new 32-foot twin-engine Doug Wright catamaran, S12 Nuff Said Bermuda. Also competing in […]

Zeiko Lewis scored in Union Omaha’s 2-1 win at home to Greenville Triumph in the USL League One play-off semi-final yesterday [November 9]. The Bermuda winger struck the winner in the 58th minute to ensure his side advance to the final, where they will meet the winner of Forward Madison or Spokane Velocity. Lewis joined […]

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association [BASA] hosted its Winter Meet at the BASA Pool, showcasing impressive performances from local swimmers across various age groups and events. The full 2024 BASAWinter Meet results follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s Top 10 Photos & Results: BASA Winter Swim Meet Photos: Day #2 […]

Bermuda national team footballer Knory Scott scored the winner in Lancing’s 2-1 victory at home to Ashford in the Isthmian League South East Division yesterday [November 9]. The forward struck in the 61st minute with a close-range finish to make it 2-1. Scott has previously played for English non-league sides Kidderminster Harriers and Hastings United. […]

Bermudian footballer Andrew Armstrong scored the winner in the University of Dayton’s 1-0 win at home to Davidson College in the Atlantic 10 Men’s Championship quarter-finals on Friday [November 8]. Freshman Armstrong headed home from a corner in the 87th minute for his eighth goal of the season. Dayton will face Fordham University at home […]

Bermudian ice hockey player Bryce Montgomery helped the Bloomington Bison win their first-ever home game with a 3-1 victory over the Kalamazoo Wings on Friday [November 8]. Montgomery, a 6ft 5in 231-pound defenceman, was recently reassigned by National Hockey League [NHL] team the Carolina Hurricanes from the Chicago Wolves to the Bison. He scored the […]

News that Tahjae Welch has risen from an entry-level position all the way to store manager at MarketPlace, Makeba Outerbridge has been promoted to Assistant Vice-President Investments at LOM Financial, Andrew Armstrong was named the Rookie of the Week by the Atlantic 10 Conference, and Joshua Joseph was named North Atlantic Conference men’s soccer player […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph lost 2-1 away to Union Omaha in the USL League One play-off semi-finals yesterday [November 9]. A former Saltus Grammar School student, Wright made appearances for the Bermuda and United States national teams. He was appointed head coach of Greenville at the start of the season, having served as assistant coach […]

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island have reached the USL Championship Eastern Conference final after claiming a 3-0 away win over Louisville City in the semi-finals yesterday [November 9]. JJ Williams scored two and Albert Dikwa added another for Smith’s side. Smith, a former New England Revolution winger, was appointed as head coach and general manager of […]

Assured Guaranty insured $920 million of bonds for the JFK Airport Terminal 6 Redevelopment Project to refinance JPM’s short-term debt. A spokesperson said, “Assured Guaranty [AG] has insured $920 million of senior Special Facilities Revenue Bonds issued by the New York Transportation Development Corporation in connection with the JFK Airport Terminal 6 Redevelopment Project. The […]

Bernews’ latest virtual art photo gallery features the 2024 Bermuda Gombey Festival, which was recently held at the Botanical Gardens, showcasing the island’s iconic Gombey culture. The annual event featured performances by various Gombey troupes from across Bermuda with attendees experiencing the vibrant music, dance, and regalia that characterizes this traditional Bermudian art form. Related […]

[Column written by Martha Harris Myron] There are five elements in contingency planning, no matter the issues: relationships, jobs and work, natural and personal catastrophes, environmental circumstances, shipping work strikes, political conflicts, and even more dire situations. You cannot control future events, even when you are certain, but you can plan for the what-ifs in […]

Sunday, November 10 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be at 6.44am and sunset will be at […]