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CariGenetics announced the launch of the “BeforeYou” Ancestry Test and a National Art Competition in partnership with the Department of Culture and the Department of Education. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is proud to announce the launch of the ‘BeforeYou’ ancestry test, a service specifically tailored to include the unique genetic heritage of those with mixed […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] It is often said that respect is earned, rather than given, and none would argue against reggae pioneers Lady G and Sister Nancy having distinguished themselves as legitimate ‘Queens of the Dancehall.’ The pair stand as music royalty and so it comes as no surprise that concert promoter Jamal Hart and […]

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 […]

Thursday, May 9 is expected to become sunny after a cloudy start with chance of a shower, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be […]

[Written by Anya Thompson] When contemplating school leadership, most people typically envision administrators like principals and deputy principals, as well as teachers, who prepare students for the challenges of the world. Student leaders on the other hand, can assist in developing and maintaining a culture of learning and social development. Every day at CedarBridge Academy, […]

SailGP Tech and Shore Teams will be under pressure to fix the U.S.’s damaged wing in time to get them back on the water for Halifax, the league’s commentators have said. The U.S. team dramatically capsized before racing started in Bermuda, causing significant damage to their wing which couldn’t be repaired in time for racing. But […]

LeiLanni Nesbeth made her first start for the Chicago Red Stars in their 2-1 win away to Bay FC in the National Women’s Soccer League [NWSL] on Sunday [May 5]. Nesbeth was rewarded for scoring her first goal for Chicago in a 4-2 defeat at home to Washington Spirit last week with a starting berth […]

Dame Flora Duffy will make her long-awaited return to competitive action in the World Triathlon Championship Series [WTCS] Yokohama in Japan on Saturday [May 11]. Duffy has not raced for 18 months because of a serious knee injury and will hope to come through the standard distance race [1.5-kilometre swim, 40km bike and 10km run] […]

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Jahdia Spencer] In the ever-evolving landscape of democracy, one thing remains constant: the need for electoral reform to ensure good governance. Now more than ever, the call for inclusive representation resonates louder than before. Central to this call for reform is the pressing issue of absentee voting, particularly for […]

Bermudian footballer Jacob Madeiros helped May River Sharks reach the semi-finals of the Lower State Championship in Charleston, South Carolina, on Friday [May 3]. Madeiros, playing his final game for the Bluffton-based school, scored the opening goal of the game from a free kick. The Bermuda Under-20 forward scored twice in a 5-3 win away […]

Dr. Kendra-Lee Pearman has opened the REFRESSH Health and Wellness Center in St George’s. A spokesperson said, “A health and wellness educator/coach has opened a haven for individuals seeking to rejuvenate their bodies and minds through natural, holistic practices. “The brainchild of Dr. Kendra-Lee Pearman, PhD, ND, REFRESSH Health and Wellness Center was inspired by […]

Brittany Darko has been honoured as Nurse of the Year at the Bermuda Nurses Association awards ceremony at Four Ways Inn in Paget on Saturday [May 4]. The other nominees were Bernadette Wilson, Bronya Hillier, and Olievia Martins. Also recognised at the ceremony were the Nursing Team winners: P.A.L.S Cancer Care Nursing Team and the […]

On Monday [May 6] the Jewish Community of Bermuda came together in a moving and poignant ceremony to mark Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. A spokesperson said, “The event, held at the Jewish Community of Bermuda Centre, served as a powerful tribute to the six million Jewish lives lost during one of the darkest periods […]

BUEI Films will showcase the 2024 film ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ on May 11, depicting the life of the reggae legend. A spokesperson said, “Films at BUEI continue at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] with the screening of the 2024 Musical/Drama, ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ on Saturday, May 11th at 7:30pm in our Tradewinds […]

The House of Assembly on Friday voted to pass the Bermuda Health Council Act Amendment Bill which the Government said “will expand the collection of important health system data to enable stronger and more timely health policy decision making, more effective delivery of health services, and improved population health outcomes.” Its enactment is pending Senate […]

Continuing a centuries-old tradition, the annual Peppercorn Ceremony is taking place in St. George’s this morning [May 8]. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Peppercorn Ceremony In St George’s Video: Peppercorn Ceremony In St. George’s Photos: 2023 Peppercorn Ceremony Peppercorn Ceremony To […]

This May, Bermuda Is Love has launched the #FreedomFromWant Campaign to “advocate for basic needs as human rights.” A spokesperson said, “For the past seven months, we have been campaigning for the human rights to housing, a healthy environment, food, clothing, healthcare, education, and access to justice. Together, these human rights embody those ‘basic material […]

The Bermuda International Invitational Race Week Regatta continued on the waters of the Great Sound, with three more races taking the series to 6 races. In the IOD overall series, Patrick Cooper continues to lead the fleet with 8 net points, after winning the final race of the day, he finished second in the second […]

The City of Hamilton is mourning the passing of esteemed local artist Chesley Trott, noting that “Mr. Trott, a revered figure in Bermuda’s cultural landscape, leaves behind a profound legacy through his impactful sculptures and dedication to his craft.” A spokesperson said, “The city paid homage to Mr. Trott’s memory with two floral tributes placed […]

The Kim Burns Memorial Open Pickleball & Tennis Tournament will get underway at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club in Hamilton on Friday [May 10]. The tournament runs until Monday [May 13]. A spokesperson said: “We have some fantastic entries particularly for the top-level 40+ men’s and mixed doubles events.” Related Stories Deloitte Open Tennis & […]

Eva Frazzoni has finished the league season with two goals in 21 matches for AFC Sudbury Women in the FA Women’s National League Division One South-East this season. The Bermuda women’s national team captain joined Sudbury from Hashtag United FC last summer after helping them win the National League Division One South-East. Sudbury face Stowupland […]

Step into the elegance of Bermuda with these exquisite high heels and matching purse, featured in the latest edition of Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday. 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 […]

Agam Capital collaborated with 26North Reinsurance Holdings to advise and launch AeCe ISA, Ltd., a Bermuda-based life and annuity reinsurer. A spokesperson said, “Agam Capital [Agam], an analytics driven platform strategically partnering with insurance companies to explore opportunities to enhance their financial flexibility, is advising and partnering with 26North Reinsurance Holdings [26N Re], a leading […]

Essent Group Ltd. reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2024 of $181.7 million or $1.70 per diluted share, compared to $170.8 million or $1.59 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, 2023. Essent also announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.28 per […]

Maiden Holdings, Ltd. has entered into a renewal rights transaction with AmTrust Nordic AB, a Swedish unit of AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. A spokesperson said, “The transaction is expected to cover the majority of its primary business written through its Swedish subsidiaries, Maiden General Försäkrings [“Maiden GF”] and Maiden Life Försäkrings [Maiden LF] in Sweden, […]

May 7 saw 3,017 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $105,595.00 BD. 3,017 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 2.9% at $35.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,532.95, up 2.16% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report […]

A Community Celebration for the St. George’s Colts Football Team to celebrate their FA Cup victory took place this Saturday, May 4th in King’s Square, with people gathering to enjoy the event and celebrate the team. Related Stories 360 Tours: 2023 Christmas Events In Bermuda 360 Tour: Somers Gardens Christmas Lights 360: Crowds At MarketPlace Christmas […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 7] include notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, appointment of marriage officer, elections and appointments. Notice Of Intention To Construct a Controlled Plant Mr. David Smith Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notice of Intention to Construct a Controlled Plant Notice ID: GN0477/2024 Public Authorities / Department: […]

The City of Hamilton is reminding dog owners to please pick up after their pet, saying it is “disheartening when we hear reports of people’s encounters with dog waste on our streets.” A spokesperson said, “It is an offence under the Dogs Act 2008 not to clean up after your dog, and offenders will be […]

Aaliyah Nolan showed her goal-scoring prowess by netting ten league goals for Bradford City AFC Women in the North-East Regional Women’s League this season. The Bermuda women’s national team striker, who joined Bradford from Leeds United Women last summer, helped her side finish fifth in the table with 33 points from 18 matches. Nolan, who […]

Greenpeace campaigners collected more than 300 plastic pieces entangled in sargassum seaweed during a five-day expedition in the Sargasso Sea. A spokesperson said, “Campaigners from Greenpeace UK have retrieved hundreds of pieces of plastic from clusters of seaweed floating in the Sargasso Sea in the Atlantic Ocean. They spent the last five days on board […]

Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas and the Cal Athletics DEIBJ Office have been selected as a Chancellor’s Outstanding Staff Award [COSA] winner for the Champions of Justice Black History Month event, with Dr. Douglas also getting set to co-host the Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet at Edwards Stadium on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley. […]

At the recently held Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Track and Field Qualifying meet, Zydon Lightbourne Furbert had an outstanding showing to set two new records. A spokesperson said, “Two records were broken at the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Track and Field Qualifying. Zydon Lightbourne Furbert started the day by breaking the […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board has “updated its blood donor eligibility criteria to include risk-based questions that will be the same for every individual, regardless of sexual orientation, sex or gender.” A spokesperson said, “These questions reduce the risk of transfusion-transmitted infections, such as HIV. The change brings Bermuda in line with blood donation criteria in the […]

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is celebrating 50 years as a museum this year, and as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, they have launched a new community crowd-sourced project, “Museum Memories”. A spokesperson said, “Through the project, the Museum aims to collect and share community memories of the historic Keep Fort through the […]

Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez has issued three decisions on PATI requests involving the Bermuda Medical Council, Bermuda Police Service, and Department of Child and Family Services. A spokesperson said, “On 30 April 2024, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued three decisions: Decision 13/2024 involved the Bermuda Medical Council, Decision 14/2024 the Bermuda Police Service and Decision […]

Kaleidoscope Art Foundation has introduced its updated preschool and nursery program, which they said “offers a unique blend of art education, play-based learning, and holistic development.” A spokesperson said, “Kaleidoscope Art Foundation, a renowned advocate for early childhood creativity and education, is excited to share about its updated preschool and nursery program. Designed to inspire […]

The Bermuda Football Association’s [BFA] recent awards ceremony at the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall recognised the standout players, coaches, and teams across various categories for the season. In the First Division, Chemarl Henry of Devonshire Colts clinched the Leading Goalscorer award and the Player of the Year accolade. Chazz Knights of St David’s […]

Jasmine Spence enjoyed a prolific season in front of goal for Newport Pagnell Town Women after scoring ten goals in 17 league matches. The Bermudian forward, who finished as her team’s leading scorer, helped her side finish fourth in the East Midlands Women’s Regional League with 24 points from 16 matches. Spence, 25, joined Newport […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dennico Hollis has set his sights on scoring 1,000 runs and taking 30 wickets for LOC Hire Stenhousemuir in Scottish cricket this season. Hollis has started the season in impressive form, scoring 44 not out for the Stenhousemuir Second Xl in the league on Saturday before hitting 23 and claiming three […]

The Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA] race season concluded this past weekend at the Southside Motor Sports Park. Malakai Dill won the pee wee division on the day, with Cassidy Spencer-King Clarke winning the 50cc class. Mazali Tucker won the 65cc class, A’jahni Foggo claimed the 85cc class title, and Nyla Goodchild won the 85cc ladies […]

Dr. Edwin M.E. Smith, David K. Knight, Dwayne Julian Carter Paynter, Gavin Djata Smith, Dame Jennifer M. Smith and Lana Young all received the 2024 Bermuda Arts Council Awards at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium on Saturday [May 4]. A Government spokesperson said, “This weekend, as a fitting kick-off to Heritage Month, The Department of […]

The 2024 Bermuda Sail Grand Prix was held this past weekend, with nine international teams in action, with the team from Spain racing to victory. You can see photos and video of the event’s opening day by clicking here, and you can see video of day two’s action by clicking here. Related Stories Photos: SailGP Teams Practice In […]