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Wednesday, July 26 is expected to be generally sunny despite a few passing showers, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 6.29am and […]

A local support group for people diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, plans to expand its assistance to the community next month. A spokesperson said, “Pamela Shailer started the Bermuda Multiple Myeloma United Support Group in 2015 after someone newly diagnosed with the illness approached her for advice and support. “Mrs Shailer […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour has released the Economic Development Strategy’s Strategic Priority Three: Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development. A Government spokesperson said, “Strategic Priority Three aims to encourage economic growth for Bermuda’s local micro, small and medium-sized businesses and to facilitate the development and sustainability of a thriving world-class entrepreneurial ecosystem in Bermuda. […]

Troops from Bermuda are strengthening partnerships while they train with other countries during TRADEWINDS23 in Guyana. A spokesperson said, “Dozens of Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers have been joined by members of the Turks and Caicos Islands Regiment, the Suriname National Army and the Jamaica Defence Force in exercises at Camp Seweyo. “Information about weapons systems […]

With the Cup Match holiday just over a week away, the Bermuda Government presented a $50,000 cheque to St. George’s Cricket Club “to help offset the considerable cost of hosting Bermuda’s premiere sporting event.” In presenting the cheque, Premier David Burt said, “As the Cup Match holiday draws closer, it is my pleasure to be […]

A visitor to the island met iconic Bermudian cricket player Dwayne Leverock and shared the story of the unexpected encounter on social media. The heartwarming tale – which ends with the author calling Bermuda’s people “absolute legends” – went viral, earning more than 220,000 views and over 1,700 likes on Twitter. In a post on […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Danté Leverock has described the DaRock Elite Academy’s tour to Scotland as “dreamlike” after training at the home of Scottish giants Rangers and testing themselves against local opposition. Leverock has taken a group of under-15 players from his academy to Scotland for ten days, playing matches and training at top-class facilities […]

CariGenetics — in partnership with The 2 Frontiers Project and BIOS — led and funded a local study that could help save coral reefs around the world which are being affected by climate change. A spokesperson said, “Since its launch last October, CariGenetics continues to conduct ground-breaking research which will have a positive impact, not […]

CG Insurance launched their Summer Internship Programme earlier this summer, with Chiara Pesci, Sam Morris, Jya Ratteray-Smith and Casey Morris working in the CG Insurance Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “CG Insurance is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Summer Internship Programme earlier this summer. Building upon the success of previous years, this year’s programme […]

Artist Larussy Romero is presenting her ‘Universe Summer Collection’ at the Bermuda Society of Arts until August 15. A spokesperson said, “Larussy Romero, born in the Dominican Republic, raised in Bermuda, emerges as a captivating artist who seeks to explore God through her abstract paintings. With an innate talent for capturing the essence of spirituality […]

A cruise ship “sighted a suspected oil barrel adrift in Murrays Anchorage” and it was safely recovered from the water. A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Monday 17th July, 11:40am – Bermuda Radio was notified by the inbound cruise ship Vision of the Seas, that they had sighted a suspected oil barrel adrift in […]

Butterfield has awarded its annual scholarships, with Brianna Benevides earning the $30,000 Sir Harry D. Butterfield Undergraduate Scholarship, while Aaliyah Lee received the $25,000 Butterfield Undergraduate Scholarship for Employees’ Children. A spokesperson said, “Butterfield has awarded its annual scholarships to five promising students, including two talented Bermudians, Brianna Benevides and Aaliyah Lee, who will receive a […]

[Written by Erica Bassett] The Hamilton Rotary Interact Club has been totally engaged in service to the community this year. The incoming President was Nyesa Jones, Senior at The Berkeley Institute. Vice Presidents were Etienne Wolffe from Warwick Academy and Nia Rene Outerbridge from Mount St. Agnes. “They began their year with a full cadre […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda high jumper Sakari Famous will miss the Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, in October-November as she continues her recovery from a back injury, and said she is “looking to have a great season next year.” Famous, who suffered a stress fracture in her lower back in February, has set […]

A father who encouraged his son to enlist in the Royal Bermuda Regiment recalled “good moments” as he watched the teenager take part in a recruit camp alongside him. Private Keneik Wallen, 38, signed up for the battalion’s July intake of rookie soldiers to gain experience and improve his fitness. A few days later, his 18-year-old […]

The incoming Hamilton Rotary Interact Club has voted in their new executive, who have met and submitted their goals for the year. A spokesperson said, “The 2023/24 Executive Board includes: Jack McDonnell [President] Youenn Pugi [Vice-President] Nia-René Outerbridge [Treasurer] Kayden Bolin [Secretary] Tre Simmons [Assistant Secretary] “Hamilton Rotary Interact Club is a Rotary-sponsored service club […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nicole Mitchell has achieved her mission of qualifying for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Taupo, New Zealand, next year. The Bermudian executed a superb race to finish fourth in the 40-44 women’s age group at the Ironman 70.3 Ohio in 5hr 9min 0sec on Sunday [July 23]. Mitchell, whose splits […]

Bermuda’s swimmers began competing at the 2023 World Championships in Japan. Emma Harvey competed in the women’s 100m backstroke. In heat four of the preliminaries, she touched the wall in a time of 1:03:14 to finish eighth in the event and 39th overall. Jack Harvey was in action in the men’s 100m backstroke preliminaries. He […]

The Bermuda International Gymnastics Challenge will be held at the Training Centre in St David’s in March next year. Organised by Bermuda Gymnastics, the competition is from March 16 to 17, with male and female athletes judged under USA Gymnastics rules, all Xcel levels and levels 1 to 10. The entry deadline for gymnasts is […]

[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Dr. Emily Gail-Dill] During our ongoing canvassing on the doorsteps, we have listened to your concerns. As such, your Government has taken action on these issues. In the 2021 Throne Speech, the Government committed to enhancing CCTV. We have kept our promise to upgrade the island’s CCTV and this […]

Kaden Hopkins competed in the Grand Prix Cycliste De Doue En Anjou, the Yellow Race, organized by Doué Anjou Cyclisme in France. Hopkins competed in the Open Division finished 5th clocking a time of 2:44.41, Theo Leveque clocked a winning time of 2:43.45. Hopkins is building towards 10 day stage race, Tour of Guadeloupe, which […]

“The project to restore public access to Achilles Bay remains a priority and will be back on track as soon as possible,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister’s comments comes as the Ministry of Public Works updates the public on the status of a Government project to […]

The Department of Parks issued an advisory about camping and parks and have urged the “public to play their small part in helping to ensure that our parks, beaches and open spaces are kept in a pristine condition during the busy Cup Match holiday weekend.” A Government spokesperson said, “With the Island preparing to celebrate […]

Dr. Phyllis Curtis-Tweed is leaving Bermuda College at the end of the month to take up a new post at Queensborough Community College in New York City. A spokesperson said, “Interim President, Dr. Phyllis Curtis-Tweed is leaving Bermuda College at the end of the month to take up a new post as Provost and Vice President at Queensborough […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 24] include acting appointments, Bermudian status, permanent resident certificate, striking off, acting appointments, public notification, cancellation of registration, public notification and notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. Acting Appointment :- Collector Of Customs Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0628/2023 Public […]

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 […]

Tuesday, July 25 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud with an early shower or two likely, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 26°C/79°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. […]