News

The Bermuda teams have completed all matches at the 2023 US Open Volleyball Championships in Texas. The women’s team finished 24th with a record of 2 match wins and 7 losses [overall 6 set wins and 15 losses] and the men’s team finished 15th with a record of 3 match wins and 4 match losses […]

During May 2023, Bernews posted ovr 150 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month across all networks was the footage from the Gombeys from 1934, with the vintage video attaining over 65,000 views. The highly watched videos included interviews with […]

Marsh McLennan celebrated its Global Volunteer Month in May, with staff volunteering with two local organizations. A spokesperson said, “On May 12, 60 colleagues collected 2,700 pounds of trash during a cleanup in partnership with Keep Bermuda Beautiful. Additionally, every Wednesday in May, colleagues prepared and served over 1200 meals for the unsheltered at the […]

Whitnae Duerr came on as a first half substitute to help her FC Fislisbach teammates defeat Dottigen-Brugg by a score of 3-2 in the Swiss Women’s Football League in Switzerland, with the Bermudian footballer recording an assist on one of her team’s goals. Related Stories Bermuda Football Victory: By The Numbers Bermuda’s Women Advance In […]

Governor Rena Lalgie welcomed a group of students to Government House on May 30th. Government House posted the photo below online, saying, “Her Excellency the Governor welcomed a core group of students to Government House on 30 May. The students have been learning about sustainable farming and harvesting as part of the Mirrors’ Field of […]

RenaissanceRe Holdings announced today that it has agreed to sell in an underwritten public offering $750 million aggregate principal amount of 5.750% Senior Notes due 2033. “The Company expects to close the offering on or about June 5, 2023, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions,” a spokesperson said. “The Company intends to use […]

AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A- [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating [Long-Term ICR] of “a-” [Excellent] to Somerset Reinsurance Company [SRC] [Orlando, FL]. The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect SRC’s balance sheet strength, which […]

May 31 saw 177 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $3,773.50 BD. 177 shares were traded by Bank of BF&M Ltd, closing down 4.4% at $21.95 per share. The BSX finished at 2,047.55, down 0.44% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 65 remained unchanged. The full report for […]

The United Nations has designated May 25 to 31 as the “International Week of Solidarity with the Peoples of Non-Self-Governing Territories.” The United Nations maintains a list of what they deem to be “Non-Self-Governing Territories”, and Bermuda is included, having been listed since 1946; with all the other British Overseas Territories are listed as well. […]

“As Foster Care Month draws to a close, DCFS Foster Care Team is delighted to announce the success of our recent ‘Foster Bermuda’s Future’ recruitment drive held at Gorham’s Ltd. On May 24, 2023, our recruitment drive provided a platform for the community to learn about foster care and foster parenting, aiming to support the […]

The police are renewing their appeal for information regarding a single vehicle collision on Crow Lane on Sunday [May 28] which resulted in a 44-year-old man being in the ICU with “injuries which have been deemed life threatening.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS], is renewing its appeal for information regarding that […]

“We must prepare for this hurricane season, and ensure our collective safety and resilience,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks ahead of the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season on Thursday, 1 June. “The Atlantic hurricane season begins on 1 June and ends on 30 November. This year, the U.S. National Oceanic and […]

During May 2023, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included Shiona Turini styling Beyonce for World Tour, 9-year-old Russian Thompson winning a dance contest in England, Bermuda College graduation, the Bermuda Day parade, Convex End-to-End event, USATF Bermuda Grand Prix, Children’s Reading Festival Royal Edition and Marissa Dyer winning ‘Mother […]

Due to a BPSU General Membership Meeting on Thursday [June 1] “there will likely be a moderate interruption of public services during this time” that may “impact BPSU services, for in-person, telephone and email services.” A Government spokesperson said, “Tomorrow [June 1] from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm, the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] will […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 31] include appointments, acting appointments, trademark applications, assent & notification of planning applications registered. Appointments :- Disability Advisory Council Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0481/2023 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 31 May 2023 The Minister of Social Development and Seniors is […]

Thursday, June 1 is expected to be overcast, rain, heavier at times, decreasing in the evening, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 92%. Sunrise will be at […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce confirmed that the first Harbour Nights event of the season will take place tonight, May 31st. A spokesperson said, “After the unfortunate weather-related cancellation last week, we are excited to invite everyone to join us for an unforgettable evening of vibrant festivities, delicious treats, and endless fun. “Harbour Nights has long […]

The City of Hamilton is advising that the “renovations to City Hall administration offices have been completed and walk-in reception services will resume at City Hall on Monday, June 5th.” A spokesperson said, “The temporary reception, currently located in the former Hodge Podge premises, will suspend reception services at 12:00pm on Thursday, June 1st, continuing […]

The University of California field hockey team defeated Bermuda 7 – 0 at the National Sports Center. Cal scored in the fourth minute when Daniella Rhodes notched a field goal; two minutes later it was 2 – 0, with Rhodes scoring another. It was 3 – 0 in the 10th minute when Sam Imokawa scored […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda triathlete Tyler Smith believes his career is moving in the right direction since relocating to Boulder, Colorado, to team up with Flora Duffy’s coach Nate Wilson. Smith made a bold decision to leave his long-term training base at the University of Leeds at the start of the year, spending three […]

The Somerset Lady Trojans kept their unbeaten streak alive with a 2 – 0 win over the Dandy Stars in Bermuda Football Association Women’s League action. On the stroke of half time the Somerset Lady Trojans took the lead when Sierra Fisher scored. The Somerset Lady Trojans doubled the lead in the 69th minute when […]

The Bermuda women’s and men’s national volleyball teams continued competing in Dallas, Texas as the US Open Volleyball Championships. The championships are being held in the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Center. The Bermuda men’s team finished day two with a win and two defeats. In their first match of the day they went three sets to […]

Cody Rego concluded competing in the 2023 Devon Horse Show in Devon, Pennsylvania. On the second day, the Bermudian equestrian competed in one Class. Rego and Ironman competed in the ASPCA Maclay Horsemanship Class Section A Class where they finished 3rd. Related Stories Results, Photos & Video: Junior Equestrian Equestrian Patrick Nisbett Competes in France […]

Emergence Limited is commemorating 40 years of business in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Emergence Limited is commemorating 40 years of delivering financial and performance management software solutions to Bermuda-based and international organizations. “The leading consulting company is 100% Bermudian owned and focuses on technologies that build efficiencies and reduce the manual burden and workload that […]

Daniel Augustus concluded competing in the APGA Tour at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois. Augustus shot a second round even par to finish T11th, nine strokes behind winner Marcus Byrd, and his round saw him card 2 birdies, 14 pars, and 2 bogeys. Daniels Augustus APGA Tour at TPC Deere Run Second Round Scorecard […]