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Senior Government representatives from Bermuda, the UK, and the US convened this week to “work through how rapid international assistance could be provided to Bermuda in the unlikely event of a severe incident.” A Government spokesperson said, “Today’s [March 22] tabletop exercise follows a series of exercises and training courses supported by the UK, designed […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Deniche Hill believes he can play a key role for Bermuda in their upcoming Concacaf Nations League football matches and help keep hopes alive of reaching the Gold Cup. Bermuda face Guyana in a “must-win” game at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday [March 25] before travelling to the Dominican Republic […]

Daniel Augustus and Camiko Smith competed on the APGA Florida at the St. John’s Golf & Country Club in St. Augustine, Florida. The two-day tournament saw Augustus finish 17th with a combined 8-over par 152, while Smith finished T41st. Augustus over the two rounds shot 5 birdies, 12 pars, 8 bogeys, and 2 double-bogeys, while […]

A workshop to teach professionals about design and installation methods to implement energy efficiency, solar panels and battery technology in Bermuda is being planned for members of The Institute of Bermuda Architects [IBA], Construction Association of Bermuda [CAOB] and Bermuda Association of Professional Engineers [BAPE]. A BE Solar spokesperson said, “This is the third workshop […]

The inaugural BNG 5K Run for the Arts, sponsored by Chubb, is set to take place on Sunday, April 23rd, with the organisers noting that “this is not just a race but a community endeavour: a chance to support the vibrant atmosphere in North-East Hamilton, and to help raise funds for the arts.” A spokesperson […]

Bermuda Island Games will be hosting its second annual Video Game Design Challenge on April 7 and April 8. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Island Games is proud to present the 2nd Annual Video Game Design Challenge. On Good Friday [April 7th] and Saturday [April 8th], participants can pitch their own video game idea and win […]

German speaking people are invited to a bilingual Easter Sunday Service with Pastor Karsten Decker at St. Anne’s Anglican Church in Southampton. A spokesperson said, “German speaking Tourists and the German speaking community of Bermuda are invited to a bilingual Easter Sunday Service for all generations and denominations at 9:30 a.m. with Pastor Karsten Decker at St. […]

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association Short Course Championships was recently held at the BASA Pool in their lead-up to the Carifta Swimming Championships, and a look at the Age Group Winners in both the Male and Female Divisions is below. Thomas Cechini from the Harbour Amateur Swim Club who we reported broke two 15 – […]

Noting they are “aware of allegations made regarding instances of precarious and exploitative working conditions of vulnerable Live-In Domestic employees,” the Ministry has reminded employers that the provisions in the Employment Act 2000 apply to all Live-In Domestic employees. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour reminds all employers of Live-In Domestic workers/employees […]

The second annual Jason & Gary Memorial 6-A-Side Cricket Tournament will take place next month, with the event held in memory of two accomplished sportsmen and master craftsmen, and serving to raise money to support a scholarship fund. A spokesperson said, “The 2nd annual cricket tournament is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday April 22nd and […]

Ariel Re has promoted twelve staff as “part of its drive to be an ‘academy firm’ where leading reinsurance professionals can develop their careers.” A spokesperson said, “The promotions are in the London and Bermuda offices, and they cover a range of roles from underwriting and accounting through to analytics and portfolio management.” “When we redeveloped […]

The U.S. Consulate General in Bermuda will host a virtual presentation with the Internal Revenue Service [IRS] on Thursday, March 30, from 2.00-3.00pm [Atlantic Time]. A spokesperson said, “During the briefing, the IRS team will do their best to answer the most pressing questions for U.S. tax filers located in Bermuda. “The Consulate urges the […]

In Commercial Bowling League action at the Warwick Lanes saw third placed Too Legit To Split defeat seventh place Cool Runnings 3 – 1, fourth place Sweet Life and sixth place Sunset played to a 2 – 2 draw, and second placed D’Rollerz and fifth place Bailey’s Bay Strikers also drew 2 – 2. Men’s […]

Gibbons Company recently held a launch event to highlight additional fashion brands they are offering, with a mini fashion show held to showcase the new styles. The new brands are from Tendam, one of Europe’s leading groups in the industry, and marks the first major fashion brand acquisition for Tony Thompson following his appointment as Gibbons […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian actor, singer and dancer Onuri Smith recently performed at Move It, the world’s biggest dance event, at the Exhibition Centre London. Mr Smith featured alongside fellow dancers from the prestigious Italia Conte Academy Theatre in a piece called The Key, which he said celebrated “queer love, joy and acceptance”. The […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series is a glamorous step, with a pink platform high heel in a Bermudian flag design incorporating the island’s signature pink. 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 […]

PartnerRe Ltd. reported their latest financial results, saying that “our operating performance for the fourth quarter of 2022 was excellent, with operating income of $370 million.” A statement from the company said, “Net loss attributable to common shareholder was $1,100 million for the full year 2022, compared to income of $679 million for the same […]

On Saturday [March 18], the Berkeley Educational Society and the Berkeley Institute organized a Fun Run/Walk/Ride to commemorate the school’s 125th anniversary. The event began at Wantley House, located on Princess Street, and culminated at the Berkeley Institute school field. You can view the second set of images below, our first set here and all […]

Brookfield announced plans to build a “state-of-the art Class A commercial office building with supporting ground floor retail” on Front Street in Hamilton, and said the “project is anticipated to create over a hundred jobs” with construction “expected to commence in 2024, with completion targeted by year end 2025.” A spokesperson said, “Brookfield today reaffirmed its […]