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The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Keith Richardson and 15-year-old Nai’Che Smith. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Keith Richardson and 15-year-old Nai’Che Smith. “Both were last seen around 11:15pm Tuesday, 14th January 2025, in Devonshire. “The teens may […]

Elementum Advisors, LLC, an alternative investment manager specializing in collateralized natural catastrophe event reinsurance investments, today announced it has “launched a new strategy, expanding the firm’s higher-yield strategy complement.” A spokesperson said, “The new strategy, which launched on 1 January 2025 across multiple mandates with a number of institutional investors, has a collateralized reinsurance investment […]

The commercial bowling league at Warwick Lanes saw a mix of decisive wins and a tense draw, with the league leaders enjoying a bye week as they returned to action at the holiday’s. Who Gives A Split, currently topping the standings, had a week off to regroup and recharge. Fourth-placed Secret Weapons capitalized on the […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a pink high heel shoe styled with the letters ‘BDA’. 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 […]

Bermudian golfers Oliver Betschart and Jarryd Dillas are set to tee off at the prestigious Latin America Amateur Championship [LAAC] in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The tournament, taking place at Pilar Golf Club, begins on Thursday, January 16th, with both Betschart and Dillas eager to make their mark on the international stage. Dillas will be first […]

Enstar’s Syndicate 2008 agrees to a $196 million loss portfolio transfer with Atrium Syndicate 609, expected to complete in Q1 2025. A spokesperson said, “Enstar Group Limited [Enstar] [Nasdaq: ESGR] announced today its Lloyd’s syndicate [Syndicate 2008], managed by Enstar Managing Agency Limited, has agreed a ground-up loss portfolio transfer [LPT] with Atrium Syndicate 609, […]

Bermudian runner Jake Brislane contributed to a solid team performance for the University of Warwick at the Birmingham & District Invitation Cross Country League meet in the UK. Held at Betley Court and hosted by City of Stoke, the race saw Brislane tackle a challenging course in tough conditions. Representing the University of Warwick, he […]

Orkney is set to host the 20th International Island Games from July 12-18, 2025, with the organization saying that some 2,000 athletes from 24 island groups will be competing. A spokesperson said, “The countdown is officially on as we mark six months until Orkney hosts the 20th International Island Games, an event that promises to […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 14] include public notification, boards appointments, acting appointments and cancellation of registration. PATI Statement Human Rights Commission Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0064/2025 Publication date: 14 January, 2025 Bermuda Public Access To Information [Information Statement][Human Rights Commission] Notice 2024 GN / 2024 The […]

The PLP will be holding a voter registration drive on Wednesday at Elliot Primary School. A PLP spokesperson said, “Join us on Wednesday, January 15th, from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Elliot Primary School to register to vote or confirm your registration details before the January 16th deadline. “This is also a great chance to meet and […]

Premier David Burt and the Cabinet presented $80,200 in grants to five community organisations to “support essential youth development programmes, facility upgrades, and community services.” A Government spokesperson said, “Last Tuesday [Jan. 7], the Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, joined by members of the Cabinet, presented five local community organisations with $80,200 in […]

Premier David Burt, Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson and other dignitaries gathered at the airport to bid farewell to Governor Rena Lalgie, Bermuda’s first female and Black Governor, as she departed the Island today. A Government spokesperson said, “Earlier today, a small group of dignitaries, including Premier David Burt, gave a heartfelt farewell to Her Excellency, the Governor, […]

[Opinion column written by the PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] The world is facing trying times, but here in Bermuda, we are doing our part to help many to ease the burden. Yesterday, Minister Tinee Furbert, Minister Crystal Caesar and Myself spoke about how we are helping our fellow Bermudian women during these times. Here is […]

The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advised of an “immediate detour on Route 8 due to road paving and closures on Middle Road, Warwick, near Burnt House Hill.” A Government spokesperson said, “”All westbound Route 8 buses will now detour left at the Paget stoplights to South Road and rejoin their regular route at Barnes […]

[Updated] The police have confirmed that they responded to an “incident at Gibbs Hill Lighthouse in Southampton” this afternoon [Jan 14]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:15pm Tuesday, 14th January 2025, police officers responded to a reported incident at Gibbs Hill Lighthouse in Southampton. “The scene has been cordoned off, while inquiries are underway. An […]

[Written by Don Burgess] Tirena Rollins was paid a poignant tribute by water truckers. Ms. Rollins, who recently passed away, had a parade of at least 20 water trucks pay tribute to her on the day of her funeral on January 11. Ms. Rollins was the first woman to own and operate a water delivery […]

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation’s RES Series continued at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street, with riders once again demonstrating their talent and skill across a range of disciplines. Ava Frias, riding Let’s Play, emerged victorious in the riding horse 15.2HH class. Bendoctro, partnered with Michael Rodrigues, secured second place, while Erin Wheatley and Koko […]

Jayden Parker, a BAMZ volunteer, is the 2025 Rhodes Scholar and will study Biodiversity, Conservation and Nature Recovery at the University of Oxford. A BZS spokesperson said, “Since an early age, Jayden Parker’s dream has been to work with animals. Like many young Bermudians, he enjoyed spending time at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo […]

Sylvia Robinson of the Ministry of Health earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for December 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to advise that Sylvia Robinson, from the Ministry of Health, is the recipient of the December Public Service Excellence Award. “This recognition highlights Ms. Robinson’s extraordinary contributions to […]

The police have confirmed that they responded to an “incident at Gibbs Hill Lighthouse in Southampton” this afternoon [Jan 14]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:15pm Tuesday, 14th January 2025, police officers responded to a reported incident at Gibbs Hill Lighthouse in Southampton. “The scene has been cordoned off, while inquiries are underway. An update […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the selection of the Under-17 [U-17] Women’s National Team that will compete in the 2025 Concacaf Women’s U-17 Qualifiers. A spokesperson said, “The talented young squad will strive to represent Bermuda with pride as they embark on their journey towards qualifying for the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. […]

The Police played The Rest in the 50th annual Duckett Memorial men’s and women’s rugby union matches at Police Field at the weekend. The Police women defeated The Rest women 14-7, while The Rest men beat Police men 49-22. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Teachers Rugby Club Bermuda (@teachersrugby_bermuda) Related Stories […]

Bermudian junior golfer Sienna Mosquera finished third in the Lake Bueno Vista Junior Open at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, at the weekend. Mosquera, who was competing in her first tournament of the year, rounded out the top three with scores of 83 and 78 for a weekend score of 161 strokes. Elena Zreik […]

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Shalleya Codrington] For years, broken promises and self-serving politics have eroded trust in leadership. While it’s easy to blame government leaders, the question we must ask ourselves is: why have we allowed this to continue? What will it take for us to say, “Enough is enough”? Our culture, traditions, […]

Bermudian cricketer Brianna Ray helped South Perth Women earn their first victory of the season with a three-wicket win over Melville at Richardson Park. Melville won the toss and elected to bat, posting 189 runs off 44.2 overs. Ray took two wickets for 28 runs from her 5.2 overs and also took two catches. In […]