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The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation announced the “Steps to Mental Wellness” 5K Walk on October 6, 2024, to raise awareness for mental health. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF], in partnership with CG and their Zest Wellness Programme, is thrilled to announce the upcoming “Steps to Mental Wellness” 5K Walk, set for […]

Penn State celebrated five current and former members of the Penn State swimming and diving program who competed up the 2024 Paris Olympics, including Bermudian swimmers Emma and Jack Harvey. As far as the Harvey siblings — the first brother and sister duo to represent Bermuda in the Olympics in swimming — the university said, “Jack […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] With the demand for plywood increased as a result of the threat of Topical Storm Ernesto, Somerset Cricket Club is offering sheets of the material to the general public at a discounted price of $60. As of this morning, Tropical Storm Ernesto is a “threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service […]

Tyler Butterfield successfully completed the renowned Leadville Trail 100 MTB in the Colorado Rockies, finishing the grueling 100-mile course with its 12,000 feet of elevation gain in a time of 7:40.59. Butterfield’s performance placed him 105th overall out of a competitive field, 93rd among the 1,283 male participants, and a notable 15th in the 40-49 […]

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors announced a new initiative in collaboration with the UN Women Multi-Country Office – Caribbean and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation. A Government spokesperson said, “This initiative is part of the Joint Sustainable Development Goals [SDG] Programme “Building Back Equal through Innovative Financing for Gender Equality and Women’s […]

Tropical Storm Ernesto is a “threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 42 nm to the SW at 6am on Sat, Aug 17th, with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period depending […]

[Written by Freddie Forth & Martha Harris Myron] Introducing Freddie Forth, owner of Forthright Solutions. Freddie is a Bermudian luminary expert in real estate, mortgages & lending, local architecture and author of Eight Steps to Home Ownership Freddie Forth has volunteered her time and expertise in creating the Eight Steps of Home Ownership in short, […]

Sincere Hall and his Hull City under-21 teammates start their Professional Development League campaign with an away trip to face AFC Bournemouth. Conor Sellars and Billy Clarke’s side will travel to New Cuthbury to face the Cherries on Friday, August, 16th, kick-off 1pm. Four days later, City have their first home game as they welcome […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an emoji dressed to impress in Bermuda shorts, jacket and tie. 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 […]

August 13 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,415.65, 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: August 12 2024 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 9 […]

The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda presented scholarships and bursaries to Vidya Cannonier-Watson, T’Aja Williams, Honor Minors, Skye Minors, Ava Joy Moreno, Soleil Richardson, Aura Doran, and Naysaa Tucker. A spokesperson said, “The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda Fund hosted its annual scholarship award ceremony in the Bermudez Room at O’Hara House AXA/XL on Tuesday, July […]

Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has expanded its partnership with Cox Hallett Wilkinson to offer enhanced and discounted legal services. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is excited to announce an enhanced partnership with law firm Cox Hallett Wilkinson Limited [CHW], aimed at providing BEDC clients with expanded and discounted legal services. […]

Butterfield announced the successful conclusion of its 2024 Summer Internship programme which provided 12 Bermudian students pursuing an undergraduate degree with an opportunity to gain direct experience and knowledge in the world of finance. A spokesperson said, “The nine-week programme aimed to equip all participants with new skills and learning opportunities in a professional environment […]

The Berkeley Institute Alumni Office is issuing an invitation to former students, parents/guardians, teachers, and Friends of The Berkeley Institute to attend an information session on Wednesday, August 14th beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom. “There are thousands of Berkeleyites. We have traversed the globe, building lives in every corner, making an impact wherever we […]

The Bermuda Captive Conference announced a partnership with BermudAir, offering flight discounts for the event on September 9-10, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Captive Conference is excited to announce a new partnership with BermudAir, Bermuda’s very own airline, as its Official Airline and Travel Partner. To celebrate this collaboration, BermudAir is offering an event-specific […]

Bermuda’s Natasha Trott played a key role in the 2024 Concacaf Girls’ U-15 Championship final on Sunday, serving as the fifth official as the United States clinched their fourth title with a 3-0 victory over Mexico. Trott was part of the officiating team for the League A final, which saw the U.S. repeat as champions […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 13] include notification of planning applications registered, permanent resident certificate and Bermudian status. List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on August 13, 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0768/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 13 August, 2024 The […]

Wednesday, August 14 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 6:42am and sunset will be at 8:03pm. High […]

BF&M and Argus announced their Executive Leadership Committee for the new combined company, pending regulatory and shareholder approval, with the announcement noting that the appointments are “effective upon closing of transaction.” A spokesperson said, “BF&M Limited and Argus Group Holdings Limited today announced the composition of the Executive Leadership Committee for the newly combined company, […]

Bermudian amateur boxer Adrian Roach said he had to “dig deep” during his bout against Canadian Taverio Stewart in Fight Fest at the Bermuda College at the weekend. Roach earned a split-decision win in the headline contest on the card, which featured local fighters such as Jaylon Roberts, Bruce Perinchief and Ngai Franklin against Canadian […]

“All residents are urged to accelerate their storm preparations,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government, through the Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO], continues to closely monitor Tropical Storm Ernesto, which has strengthened since the last update and is expected to approach Bermuda as a Category 2 hurricane by early Saturday morning. “All […]

The Bermuda Football Association Referees Committee was once again on display in a Concacaf Championship match. Amaury Majors was the fourth official, and Natasha Trott officiated in the Concacaf Under 15 Girls Championships League A Play-Off match, between Puerto Rico and Haiti. Related Stories International Development Academy Webinar Youth Footballers Selected For Honours Tonight’s Football Matches […]

Daniel Augustus and Nicholas Jones wrapped up their play at the 2024 APGA Ascension Classic at Glen Echo Country Club in Normandy, Missouri. Augustus carded a 4-over 75 in his final round, finishing tied for 39th. His round included one birdie, 12 pars, and five bogeys. Jones shot a 6-over 77 in the second round, […]

CariGenetics has sponsored GenTech Analytica’s BioSci Series in Saint Lucia, an educational program from July 22 to August 2, 2024, aimed at inspiring high school students with hands-on learning in genetics and bioinformatics. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is proud to announce its recent sponsorship of GenTech Analytica’s BioSci Series, a two-week educational program designed to […]