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Announcing a merge of two creative minds and two women led organizations, Bermudian entrepreneur Lisa Howie is launching Atlantic Arthouse in partnership with Miami based Vanessa Selk of Toukan-Arthouse. A spokesperson said, “During the globally recognized Miami Basel art week, Atlantic Arthouse will be set in the beautiful Villa Paula, an historic building designed by […]

Saltus music teacher Kelley Taylor will join a marching band of 400 band directors in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday [Nov 23] in New York. A spokesperson said, “Saltus is proud to announce that Kelley Taylor, a Secondary Instrumental Music Teacher at Saltus Grammar School, has been selected to join a marching band of […]

Initiated by Margot Shane, co-Founder of the SkillCraft Youth Internship Programme, WordCraft Bermuda unveiled a fresh tutoring service focusing on reading and writing for 11-18 year olds in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Participants of this tutoring service will increase their reading levels and comprehension through practice exercises such as breaking down words into parts so […]

Elijah Daley competed in the Age Group International Short Course Canadian Championships, hosted by the Etobicoke Swim Club. On the first day of action, Daley set three personal best times, won three medals, and also broke one Bermuda record. Daley clocked a personal best time of 1:52.46 during the 200m freestyle preliminaries finishing 6th, in […]

Daniel Phillips was back in action competing in the J500 Merida XXXVI Copa Mundial Yucatan in Mexico. Phillips took to the clay court for his first round doubles match alongside Santiago Padilla Cote from Mexico. The pair took on number three seeds Roy Horovitz and Alexander Razeghi from the United States. Phillips and Cote fell […]

Mount Saint Agnes Academy captured their first-ever Bermuda School Sports Federation Over 16 Six-A-Side Boys Football title following a thrilling come-from-behind win over The Berkeley Institute Green team. A penalty shootout was needed to separate the two sides after the final ended in a 2-2 tie. Jaden Belboda put Berkeley ahead with a fierce long-range […]

The Bermuda ball hockey league season resumed at the PCC Hockey Rink with a double header that produced a total of eight goals on the night. Frontier 2 – ACT 1 In the opener, Frontier needed a shootout goal to edge ACT 2 – 1. Neither team scored in the first period, but by the […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration [BUEI] Institute will host its annual Harbourside Markets on Saturday, November 25th and Saturday, December 9th from 10am until 4pm. A spokesperson said “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration [BUEI] Institute is excited to announce the return of our highly anticipated Harbourside Markets! On Saturday, November 25th and Saturday, December 9th from 10am […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority made a return to the World Travel Market in London, showcasing the island’s “unique charm and hospitality”. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority recently journeyed to London for the annual World Travel Market, held from November 6th to 8th, to showcase the island’s unique charm and hospitality to a global […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a red and green Bermuda flag glass butterfly. 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 can download both […]

November 21 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,144.75, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 63 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories ‘Active And Significant Year For The BSX’ Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 20 […]

Omar Hayward will face Jose Chagas De Oliveira, of Brazil, in the bronze-medal match in the boccia men’s individual BC1 division in Santiago, Chile, tomorrow [November 22]. Hayward lost 5-2 to Lance Cryderman, of Canada, in the semi-finals today. The Bermudian has already beaten De Oliveira in the pool stage via a tie-break after fighting […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 21] include acting appointments and notice of intended marriages. Director Of Public Prosecutions Mr. Carrington Mahoney Notice type Government Notice Notice sub type Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0894/2023 Public Authorities / Department Government House Publication date 21 November, 2023 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Director Of Public Prosecutions Her […]

There was a shooting in Warwick this evening [Nov 21] and the police have confirmed that a male was shot and was transported to KEMH “for treatment for his injuries which are considered life threatening.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 8:50 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21st, 2023, police received reports of several gunshots heard in […]

The Economic Development Department [EDD] recently hosted the 2023 Tech Education Day, with the full-day event “aimed to inspire and educate high school students about the vast and exciting world of technology.” A Government spokesperson said, “It featured a comprehensive agenda covering FinTech, AI, robotics, app development, cybersecurity, NFTs, bio-informatics, genetics, and other cutting-edge tech-related subjects. […]

The American Society of Bermuda [ASB] said they are “dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and seniors,” and as part of “this effort we have made a donation to the Long Term Care Unit at КЕМН and the Gina Spence Foundation.” A spokesperson said, “The American Society’s donation of two reclining chairs […]

[Column written by Letitia Rabain] The holiday season is finally here and a main feature of many of the festivities that occur during this time of year are those seasonal foods that are oh so sweet to our tongues as well as our souls! Turkey and stuffing and pumpkin pie! Oh my! But don’t fear, […]

Kenni Thompson has boosted the Bermuda women’s national team’s hopes of reaching the inaugural Concacaf W Gold Cup after making herself available for their upcoming qualifiers against St Vincent and the Grenadines and the Dominican Republic. Thompson, who is yet to make her international debut, will bring a wealth of experience to coach Naquita Robinson’s […]

The French Guiana and Bermuda football match is getting underway and you can watch the action live here on YouTube, and we will update with the results once the match concludes. Related Stories BFA To Host Rhode Island FC For Training Camp Football: Wolves & Young Men Social Club Win Football: Bermuda Defeat St Vincent […]

Members of the “Keep Our School Open” group have rallied together with an aim to stop St. David’s Primary School from being closed, with the group holding a meeting and also launching an online petition. A spokesperson said, “The community of St. David’s has rallied together to save St. David’s Primary School from closure as […]

Local hair stylist Jennifer Doe is now a certified trichologist and is offering hair loss services through Ginny’s Salon in Smith’s Parish. A spokesperson said, “Trichology is the paramedical study of hair health, hair loss and scalp disorders. It embodies the science of structure, function and diseases of the human hair and scalp as well […]

CariGenetics provided an update on the progress of its groundbreaking Caribbean Whole Genome Breast Cancer Research Pilot Study, saying it is a “monumental step towards understanding the genetic factors influencing breast cancer in the Caribbean population.” A spokesperson said, “Since the study’s launch, the company has received abundant support and interest from the public. “To date, there are […]

The Association of Fundraising Professionals of Bermuda recently celebrated National Philanthropy Day by partnering with the Bermuda National Trust to plant a tree in the Royal Naval Dockyard Cemetery in honour of Bermuda is Love. The cedar tree is part of a larger plot for annual planting by AFP Bermuda to recognise important philanthropy in […]

Sam Williamson made waves at the 2023 British Universities & Colleges [BUCS] Short Course Championships in Sheffield by setting a new Bermuda open record. Williamson took to the pool to compete in the 100m individual medley preliminaries, touching the wall in a personal best time of 56.45 finishing 9th, which took him into the A […]

Daniel Phillips continued competing in the J500 Merida XXXVI Copa Mundial Yucatan in Mexico, stepping onto the clay court for his first-round main draw match. The Bermudian tennis player faced off against Calvin Baierl from the United States but ultimately fell in straight sets, with a score of 7-6, 6-0. Related Stories Photos: Manders & […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Krista Dyer said she feels elated after claiming the silver medal in sanda at the World Wushu Championships in Fort Worth, Texas, yesterday [November 20]. Dyer, competing in the women’s 65kg division, defeated Nicole Lowe-Tarbert, of Australia, 2-0, having lost her opening contest 2-0 to Ana-Maria Pal, of Romania. It is […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Danté Leverock insists the Bermuda national team are embracing the pressure as they prepare for their “must-win” promotion clash against French Guiana away in the Concacaf Nations League today [November 21]. Bermuda are top of group C, one point ahead of French Guiana and Belize and two points ahead of Saint […]

A trip in October 2023 by Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert to Dallas cost $2,196.35, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from October 10, 2023 – October 12, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Wayne L Furbert, JP MP, Minister of Transport attended […]

Omar Hayward has reached the boccia semi-finals in the men’s individual BC1 division at the Parapan Am Games in Santiago, Chile, Hayward won all three of his pool A matches, beating German Caldéron Nahuel, of Chile, 7-2 and Jose Pagua Herrera, of Venezuela, 5-3 in his first day of action, before defeating Jose Chagas de […]