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[Opinion column written by Gilbert Darrell] Bermuda has long been recognized as one of the most beautiful and unique places on Earth. However, beauty comes at a cost, and in Bermuda, one of the highest costs is energy. Residents and businesses alike face some of the most expensive electricity bills in the world, driven by […]

Bermudian sailor Rockal Evans continues to make his mark on the international sailing scene, securing a victory in the Twilight Spinnaker Series 2024/25 at Middle Harbour Yacht Club in Australia. Evans, skippering the yacht Seeking Alpha in division one, navigated the challenging course with precision and skill, claiming the top spot in the latest race […]

During December, Bernews posted over 100 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included the Bermuda-themed drone show at City Christmas Boat Parade, Police statement on shooting, Pink Sand Scrambling at Coney Island, Christmas day at Elbow Beach, Bermuda National […]

Nahki Wells created a goal in Bristol City’s 2-2 draw away to Plymouth Argyle in the Sky Bet Championship today [January 1]. Wells laid the ball off to Anis Mehmeti for the opening goal of the game in the 32nd minute. Rami Al Hajj equalised for the home side in the 50th minute before Jason […]

Boxer Andre Lambe said he is aiming to knockout Mexico’s Francisco Martinez when the pair meet at The Shed in Dockyard on February 15. Lambe, who has a perfect record of 11 wins as a professional, has fully recovered from a broken right hand sustained during his previous bout — a unanimous decision victory over […]

The Corporation of St. George held its annual New Year’s Eve celebration in King’s Square, with the event featuring live music, local entertainment, and the traditional lowering of the Bermuda Onion at midnight to mark the start of 2025. Related Stories Videos: People Gathering For NYE Celebrations Video: Onion Drops In St George’s For 2020 […]

Kaden Hopkins has reflected fondly on his two-year tenure with Vendée U, expressing that he is “forever grateful” for the opportunity to compete for the French development team. Hopkins and Vendée U, a renowned feeder team for Team TotalEnergies, parted ways in November. The 24-year-old, a team leader during his final season with the squad, […]

The Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA] has announced the launch of its 2025 Youth and Junior Road Cycling Programme, offering young riders aged 13–18 a chance to build confidence, improve fitness, and experience the thrill of cycling. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA] is excited to announce the launch of its Youth and Junior […]

Blake Montgomery scored two goals and created another in the London Knights’ 9-3 win at home to the Sarnia Sting in the Ontario Hockey League [OHL] yesterday [December 31]. Montgomery has been in superb form since joining the Knights on an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement in November. The forward, who was drafted by National […]

Bermudian footballer Andrew Armstrong has been named in the Top Drawer Soccer Top 100 Freshmen list after a superb debut season with the University of Dayton. The forward impressed for the Ohio-based university, earning several accolades such as A-10 Rookie of the Week [three times] and Ohio’s CollegeAdvantage Student-Athlete of the Week [twice]. He played […]

The night sky in the west end was lit up with spectacular fireworks to ring in the New Year and welcome the beginning of 2025. Related Stories Video: ‘Virtual Fireworks’ For New Year’s Eve Photos & Video: Fireworks Display In Hamilton Photos/Video: Fireworks Mark 35-Days To AC Photos & Video: Gombeys Celebrate New Year Photos […]

Bristol City have been urged to award Nahki Wells with a new contract by fan columnist Matthew Withers on the Bristol Live website. Wells, who joined City in January 2020, has made 214 appearances for the club in all competitions, netting 43 goals. The 34-year-old, who is entering the final months of his current deal, […]

In an effort to provide everyone with a look at the island’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the sparkling Somerset Bridge, Hamilton holiday lights, a beautiful […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a vibrant “Bermuda 2025″ fireworks display, beautifully capturing the excitement and festive spirit of the New Year. 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 […]

December 31 saw 727 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $25,990.25 BD. 727 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $35.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,498.47, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 31] include contracts, cancellation of registration, appointments and notice of intended marriage. PATI Department Of Social Insurance Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN1180/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Social Insurance Publication date: 31 December, 2024 Bermuda Public Access To Information [Contracts Valued […]

During December 2024, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included the Christmas Boat Parade Drone Show, KLM flight in Bermuda, Westmeath’s Christmas Fair, the sparkling Somerset Bridge, MarketPlace Christmas Parade, Off Grid RV, the Farmers Market, ocean view front seat, peaceful waters and the peaceful lone boat. #1 – Christmas […]

Footballer Eva Frazzoni has earned recognition for her impressive performances over the past year with English semi-professional club AFC Sudbury Women. The captain of Bermuda women’s national team has been nominated as one of four players for AFC Sudbury Women’s First-Team Player of 2024 award. Fans were invited to cast their votes through the club’s […]

Bermuda’s young sailing stars concluded competing at the 2024 Tuuci Orange Bowl International Youth Regatta in Florida, with sailors in the snipes, ILCA 6, optimist, and green fleets. Christian Ebbin joined forces with Caymanian sailor Matheo Capasso to compete in the 22-boat snipes class. Unfortunately due to light air the snipes did not compete, however […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] The Las Vegas Raiders’ current winning streak, while likely placing them out of the Shedeur Sanders sweepstakes, has given Antonio Pierce’s job status as the franchise’s head coach added security. Two wins in as many games, the latest a 25-10 away victory over the New Orleans Saints that improved the Raiders’ […]

Kamau Leverock and his Voyagers side lost by four wickets to Pelicans in the Bim10 cricket tournament in Barbados yesterday [December 30]. The former Bermuda national team player scored 11 runs off seven balls, batting at No 5, as Voyagers scored 84 for seven off their allotted overs. In reply, Pelicans scored 89 for six, […]

Zeiko Lewis’s future at Union Omaha is up in the air after he was not named in their initial group of returning players for their upcoming United Soccer League [USL] League One campaign. The Bermuda national team winger helped Omaha win the USL League One play-off final last season after they defeated Spokane Velocity 3-0 […]