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A buzz will be in the air this Sunday, 2nd February as the Semi-Finals of Bermuda Spelling Bee 2025 take place. A spokesperson said, “Verbal Victory – Bermuda Spelling Bee, an exciting new competition for Bermuda’s school children, was launched by the former Governor, Ms. Rena Lalgie, in a City Hall ceremony on 22nd May […]

Minister Owen Darrell has issued an apology for the “abrupt ending” of the PLP press conference today [Jan 30] stating “it is important to address questions from the media” and “I unreservedly apologise.” This follows after the Minister, along with PLP MP Jache Adams, left the press conference today as one reporter was still trying […]

Logan Watson-Brown delivered a solid performance for the University of Georgia women’s swimming and diving team despite their 209-91 loss to the University of Tennessee at the Allan Jones Aquatic Center. Watson-Brown was a key contributor for the Bulldogs across multiple events. She led off the 200-yard medley relay C team, helping them secure a […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 30] include boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered, acting appointments, elections, trademark applications, cancellation of registration and contracts. Board Bermuda Hospitals Board Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0144/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 30 January, 2025 The Minister of […]

Friday, January 31 is expected to be mostly sunny by day, increasing cloud overnight, with the high to be near 19°C/66°F and the low to be near 14°C/58°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 7.14am and […]

On Sunday [Feb 2], the island will observe the 60th anniversary of the 1965 BELCO crisis. A spokesperson said, “Sunday, February 2, 2025 will mark the 60th anniversary of the ‘65 Belco crisis, a pivotal milestone in our island’s shared history. The word ‘crisis’ reflects both danger on the one hand and opportunity on the […]

[Updated with OBA response] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Jan 30]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live replay is below. The press conference did not end on the smoothest note, with the two MPs leaving as one reporter was still trying […]

Residents are invited to an information session on February 4th at Victor Scott Primary School to learn about career opportunities in Bermuda’s uniformed services. A Government spokesperson said, “Residents are invited to an Information Session on Tuesday, 4 February, at the Victor Scott Primary School, located at 4 Glebe Road, Pembroke, to learn more about […]

Detective Superintendent Sherwin Joseph of the Bermuda Police Service and Crown Counsel T’deana Spencer of the Department of Public Prosecution, attended the Financial Action Task Force [FATF] Standards Training, in Busan, South Korea. A police spokesperson said, “The training was centred on international guidelines and procedures to counter Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, Proliferation Financing and […]

Appleby has welcomed associate Ryan Taylor to its  Dispute Resolution practice in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Ryan has broad experience with commercial disputes and regulatory matters. Prior to joining Appleby, he practised at a leading corporate securities litigation firm in Toronto, Canada where he acted as counsel in numerous high-profile class action disputes, including those involving […]

[Updating] The One Bermuda Alliance [OBA] is holding a press conference this afternoon [Jan 30] where they are expected to announce a candidate for the upcoming 2025 General Election. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The OBA announced that their candidate for Constituency 20 […]

[Updated] The Free Democratic Movement [FDM] is holding a press conference this morning [Jan 30] where they are expected to announce additional candidates for the upcoming 2025 General Election. Prior to this press conference, the FDM has already announced seven candidates: Desmond Crockwell [C5], Shakera Richardson [C3], Ricardo Nesbitt [C17], Shermaine Riley-Murphy [C16], Kelzine Thompson […]

Independent candidates Vic Ball and Mstira Weeks — who will be running in Constituency #20 Pembroke South West and Constituency #12 Devonshire South Central — are holding a press conference this morning [Jan 30]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. C12 is currently held by the OBA’s […]

The Free Democratic Movement [FDM] is holding a press conference this morning [Jan 30] where they are expected to announce additional candidates for the upcoming 2025 General Election. Prior to this press conference, the FDM has already announced seven candidates: Desmond Crockwell [C5], Shakera Richardson [C3], Ricardo Nesbitt [C17], Shermaine Riley-Murphy [C16], Kelzine Thompson [C21] […]

Independent candidates Vic Ball and Mstira Weeks — who will be running in Constituency #20 Pembroke South West and Constituency #12 Devonshire South Central — are holding a press conference this morning [Jan 30]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. C12 is currently held by the OBA’s […]

With today being the final day before Nomination Day it will be another busy day of election related press conferences; there are four scheduled today, we will be live streaming them here on Bernews.com, as well as our YouTube, Facebook, X and LinkedIn pages. The FDM have announced seven candidates so far, and are expected […]

Mother and daughter, Sarah and Alys Webber, celebrated a special milestone, both graduating on the same day from Keele University. The University’s website said, “A mother and daughter duo are celebrating after graduating together from Keele University on the same day. “Sarah Webber, aged 52, graduated with an MA in Education Leadership and Management, on […]

The IAPP Bermuda KnowledgeNet Chapter marks six years of supporting local privacy and AI professionals as Bermuda’s data law takes full effect. A spokesperson said, “The IAPP Bermuda KnowledgeNet Chapter looks to celebrate its sixth year of supporting local professionals engaged in privacy, AI governance and digital responsibility as the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 […]

Runner Ryan Outerbridge delivered a dominant performance in the 1-mile run as Franklin Pierce University’s men’s track and field team narrowly missed out on victory at the USM Husky Invitational. Hosted by Southern Maine University in Gorham, Maine, the meet saw Franklin Pierce finish in a close second place by just one point. Outerbridge played […]

A traffic notice has been issued for the Bermuda Union of Teachers 1.6k and 5k Run/Walk on Sunday, February 2nd, A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists that the Bermuda Union of Teachers 1.6k and 5k Run/Walk will occur on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025, between 9:00 am and 11:00 […]

Ariel Re, a global reinsurance business with offices in Bermuda, London and Hong Kong, has announced that its new third-party capital vehicle, Ariel Re Capital Partners [ARCP], has successfully completed its first fund raise. A spokesperson said, “The platform was launched in 2024 to give access to Ariel Re’s market leading returns and simplify the […]

The second spring senior bowling league at Warwick Lanes witnessed an exciting week of action, highlighted by Star Lites’ impressive upset victory over second-placed New Comers. Star Lites delivered a dominant performance to secure a 4-0 shutout against New Comers, league leaders Drifters maintained their strong form with a 3-1 win over sixth-placed Islanders, Last […]

The Bermuda Captive Network [BCN] proudly hosted its annual Captive Education Summit at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] last week, bringing together industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders for an engaging afternoon of insights and discussions. A spokesperson said, “The half-day event highlighted key topics shaping the captive insurance industry. Attendees gained valuable updates from […]