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[Opinion column written by Independent Candidate Lauren Francis] On Thursday January 30th 2025, I terminated my 13-year public sector job, and embarked on a candidacy run in the highly anticipated Bermuda General Election, set for February 18th 2025. I am super low-key, and a bit of a recluse, but when the spirit calls you to […]

Bermy Barkus will host a Mardi Gras-inspired dog costume parade on Saturday [Feb 15] from 4.00pm to 6.00pm at The Botanist in the Botanical Gardens. A spokesperson said, “Get ready, Bermuda! Bermy Barkus returns with a Mardi Gras-inspired dog costume parade on Saturday from 4-6pm at The Botanist in the Botanical Gardens. “His Excellency, Governor […]

Police pursued and arrested two individuals on a stolen motorcycle after they initially failed to stop, with a foot chase resulting in both the driver and pillion passenger being detained and arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 9:10 pm on Friday February 7, 2025, police officers on mobile patrol observed two persons wearing dark clothing traveling […]

The Economic Development Department announced the 2025 Fintech Webinar set for February 13, featuring Bermudian entrepreneur Kyla Bolden on AI’s impact in financial services. A Government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department [EDD] is pleased to announce the second Fintech Webinar of 2025, set to take place on 13 February 2025 at 12 p.m. This […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour released its 2024 Year in Review, Driving Growth, Empowering Bermudians. A Government spokesperson said, “The report highlights a year of transformative initiatives and significant milestones to strengthen Bermuda’s economic foundations, enhance workforce development, and foster sustainable growth.” “In 2024, we witnessed substantial progress in advancing Bermuda’s economic and social […]

The Caribbean Pickleball Nations Cup, presented by Butterfield Bank, concluded at the Pickleball Cayman facility in the Cayman Islands, with Bermuda claiming the open division title after a dramatic final against the host nation. Bermuda began their day in the Semi-Finals against Jamaica, securing a convincing 3-0 victory. Sarah Fisher and Imani Phillips started strong […]

Sienna Mosquera claimed victory in the Mission Inn Junior Open on the Hurricane Junior Golf Tour in Orlando, Florida, at the weekend. Mosquera carded a score of 71 in the first round and 77 in the second to finish with an overall score of 148 – five strokes ahead of second place Seoyeon Oh. The […]

[Opinion column written by PLP Candidate Lauren Bell] Bermudians are no strangers to hard work, perseverance, and resilience. We know what it means to weather storms, adjust to challenges, and come out stronger on the other side. The Progressive Labour Party’s 2025 Platform is about steady leadership in an ever-changing world. It is about making […]

The mile is to replace the 1,500 metres at the next Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The Games will take place from 23 July to 2 August in 2026 and feature a ten-sport programme across four venues. Dage Minors is Bermuda’s top mile runner, having won three Butterfield Mile titles and competed in the 1,500 […]

The Parliamentary Registry [PRO] is reminding voters that Advanced Polling will be held today [Feb 10] and Tuesday [Feb 11]. A spokesperson said, “The Parliamentary Registry [PRO] is reminding voters that Advanced Polling will be held on Monday February 10, and Tuesday February 11, 2025, for those registered voters will be traveling to or from […]

The final day of the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival saw Bermuda’s teams complete their competition at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. The Big Wave Riders under-16 boys’ team started the day with a 25-18, 25-20 victory over CSVC 16 Skylight. However, they fell in the Bronze Bracket Final to the Sportime 16 team [25-8, […]

[Opinion column written by MP Chris Famous] On the subject[s] of race and politics in Bermuda. A lifelong friend/Bermuda Cousin asked earlier “where was the other half of Bermuda in the PLP line up?” It is actually a good question, and one that is asked every election since 1963. The reality is just like; the […]

Bermuda’s drivers filled their tanks for a charitable cause as part of the 56th Annual Gas-o-Rama event at Rubis Terceira’s North Shore gas station on Saturday [February 8]. Organised by Hamilton Lions Club, this year’s beneficiaries were the Special Olympics Bermuda, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Western Stars Sports Club youth programme. “A huge […]

Isabella Howes continued her strong showing at the Ontario University Athletics [OUA] Swimming Championships on day two, competing in two preliminary events at the Markham Pan Am Centre. While she didn’t advance to the finals, Howes achieved two personal best times. In the women’s 50 SC meter freestyle preliminaries, Howes finished 19th overall, clocking a […]

The Bermuda Under-17 national team defeated Anguilla 3-1 in the Concacaf Under-17 Men’s Qualifier at the Flora Duffy Stadium yesterday [February 9]. Bermuda, who lost their opening group A game 6-1 to Curaçao, broke the deadlock through Kannahz Fray in the 23rd minute. Logan Jiménez added a second moments before the interval before Fray bagged […]

Monday, February 10 is expected to see sunny breaks, showers approaching from north by midday, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 7.06am […]

The Caribbean Pickleball Nations Cup, presented by Butterfield Bank, got underway at the Pickleball Cayman facility in the Cayman Islands, with Bermuda making a dominant start against the Bahamas. Bermuda recorded a comprehensive 4-0 victory. Sasha Fisher and Imani Phillips got the ball rolling with a resounding 15-0 win over Tricia Fernandes and Erika Knowles […]

The Customs Department and the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] recently conducted joint training to “strengthen border security and combat the growing threat of drug and weapon smuggling.” A Government spokesperson said, “The specialised session equipped enforcement personnel with updated knowledge and strategies for detecting and preventing illicit substances and contraband from entering Bermuda. “This joint […]

Daniel Phillips and his No. 24 Arizona State men’s tennis teammates bounced back from their hard-fought battle with Pepperdine by sweeping Northern Arizona University [NAU] in a 4-0 victory. The Arizona State duo of Phillips and Tanner Povey remained undefeated in doubles play, clinching the doubles point with a 6-3 victory over Piotr Galus and […]

“We remind all seniors that they can take advantage of the advance poll,” PLP Party Chair Dawn Simmons said. A spokesperson said, “All Bermudian seniors aged 65 and over are eligible to vote in the Advance poll. The Progressive Labour Party strongly encourages seniors to take this opportunity. “We know life gets busy and it […]

Despite intermittent rain showers, the Bermuda Netball Association season resumed at Bernard’s Park, with action across the Under-18 and Senior Leagues. Under 18 Division: League Cup Tournament Continues The Under-18 League Cup Tournament saw three matches played. The Storm defeated the North Village Lady Rams 19-17, the Phoenix Fire overcame the DC Diamonds 13-5, and […]

Bermudian rugby union player Jamin Hodgkins kicked seven points in Pacific Pride Academy’s 17-15 win at home to Westshore RFC in their British Columbia Men’s Premier League yesterday [February 8]. Hodgkins, a former Bermuda Under-19 international and Warwick Academy student, kicked two conversions and one penalty. He plays as a fly-half or fullback. Hodgkins, who […]

Bermuda Youth Connect [BYC] and Bernews are hosting a discussion with Minister Jason Hayward and Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson this afternoon [Feb 9] regarding population, demographics and immigration. It is the first of two topic-based panel discussions that all the island’s political parties and the movement for independent candidates have been invited to take part […]

Day two of the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival saw Bermuda’s teams back in action at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, with varying degrees of success. The Big Wave Riders under-16 boys’ team had a difficult day, losing all three of their round two matches. They fell to Sportime 16 team 25-19, 23-25, 15-10, Western […]