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American actress and singer Keke Palmer recently attended the Wearable Art Gala, with Bermudian stylist Shiona Turini – who also attended the event – receiving a shoutout from the celebrity on social media. An Ebony story said, “The WACO Theate Center brought Harlem to Hollywood with the return of the Wearable Art Gala. Held at […]

OBA Leader Cole Simons congratulated the new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, saying that they “look forward to working with him when required.” Mr. Simons said, “On behalf of the One Bermuda Alliance, I would like to send our warmest congratulations to the U.K.’s new Prime Minister, Mr. Rishi Sunak. “At a time when the […]

Newly appointed British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak once said it his “ambition to make the UK a global hub for cryptoasset technology” and also asked the Royal Mint UK to create an NFT. Prime Minister Sunak previously served as Chancellor of the Exchequer, akin to our position of Finance Minister, and while in that position […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] For more than a decade, the WindReach Adult Day Programme has helped improve the quality of life of the island’s ageing population through stimulating activities in a safe and friendly environment. The enriching programme, which started as a monthly tea party, has evolved over the years and now runs as a […]

Bermuda headquartered Bacardi said they are “cutting approximately 140 tons of single-use plastic annually, by removing plastic pourers from its bottles in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, Spain and Portugal.” A spokesperson said, “The plastic Non-Refillable Fitment [NRF] is commonplace throughout the spirits industry and is currently found in the neck of a number of the […]

Jahzuena Bradshaw-Douglas and Courtney Butcher have earned the 2022 Bermuda Is Love scholarships, with both recipients being awarded $5,000 to assist with their school fees. A spokesperson said, “Congratulations to Jahzuena Bradshaw-Douglas and Courtney Butcher who are the Bermuda Is Love 2022 Scholarship Recipients! “Jahzuena will be continuing her studies at Bethany College where she […]

Finn Moseley and his McKendree University swimming and diving teammates concluded its triangular dual meet with Saint Louis and Oklahoma Christian at the McKendree Metro Rec Plex Pool in Illinois. McKendree picked up two wins in the dual meet as they defeated both Saint Louis 217 – 114 and Oklahoma Christian 207 – 105. In […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a woman’s silhouette with Bermudiana — Bermuda’s national flower — accents. 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 download […]

A “Build Day” will be held on Saturday [Oct 29] by the Bermuda Chapter of “Sleep in Heavenly Peace” [SHP] to produce bunkbeds to donate to local families in need. A spokesperson said, “Saturday, October 29th will be the 2nd ‘Build Day’ by the Bermuda Chapter of ‘Sleep in Heavenly Peace’ [SHP] to produce Bunkbeds […]

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Brunch is a staple in Bermuda culture. Every Sunday, friends and family dress up and head to their favourite establishment to enjoy brunch, whether it’s a classic buffet, family style or even a la carte. Brunch is a ritual here. So what happens when a restaurant offers a night brunch concept […]

The RES Horse Show took place at the National Equestrian Center. In the Low Hunter Horse Over Fences 2 feet 9 inches Class, Melinda DeCosta, and Roseland were declared the winners, Vee McKey and Matinee were second and Simone Sainsbury riding Face Off finished third. In the Working Hunter Horse Over Fences Class, Michael Rodrigues […]

Premier David Burt congratulated the new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, saying he ”looks forward to working with the new Prime Minister and his Ministers in Bermuda’s interests.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier David Burt today offered his congratulations to the Rt. Hon. Rishi Sunak on his appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.” Premier […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 25] include notification of planning applications registered, appointments and notice of intended marriages. Proposed Planning Application Advertised on October 25, 2022 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1007/2022 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 25 October 2022 The applications […]

The City of Hamilton advised of several road closures for the World Triathlon Championship Series. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is advising road users of several scheduled road closures and traffic advisories over the next few days relating to the World Triathlon Championship Series [WTCS] taking place in Bermuda from October 30th to November […]

Tournament Officials released the full and final list of sponsor exemptions for the 2022 Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course, October 27-30. A spokesperson said, “John Daly, James Nicholas, Akshay Bhatia, Caleb Surratt, Aaron Jarvis and Palmer Jackson were amongst those named to compete in the tournament in Bermuda this week. “Nicholas, Bhatia, Surratt, Jarvis and Jackson […]

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 […]

Bermudian Luxury Skincare Company, Enzuri Beauty has been selected to join US-based beauty company thirteen lune. A spokesperson said, “thirteen lune is an e-commerce beauty company, which features and promotes beauty brands created by black and brown founders, for people of colour. The company prides itself on giving Black and Brown brands to educate and […]

On Saturday [Oct 22] the Bermuda Cricket Board hosted their 2022 Awards Ceremony at the Earl Cameron Theatre in City Hall, with some of the island’s top cricket players receiving awards for their accomplishments. A spokesperson said, “The event was well attended by member clubs, players, sponsors and other stakeholders of cricket as we celebrated […]

Butterfield have made a three-year commitment to support the Bermuda Festival’s arts education programming, and this season the Bermuda Festival is starting an education-based residency program. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Residency for Arts Engagement is a three-year commitment to help The Bermuda Festival enrich their outreach programme and expand arts education island wide. “Butterfield […]

The Argus International Gig Regatta got underway on Sunday and is set to continue this weekend. A spokesperson said, “Bright blue skies and a 17kt headwind made for some beautiful but tough rowing last Sunday as part of the Argus International Gig Regatta. Team Jurassic rowed to victory, with both their ladies and men’s crews […]

[Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [Oct 25] with the list indicating that there are seventeen bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.00pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 17 runs cancelled this morning, 46 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]

Christian Ebbin and his St. George’s school sailing teammates won the St. George’s Fall Invitational in the US. Ebbin competed in the Z420 boat, and he and his teammates finished with 32 points. Ebbin — sailing the school’s A division boat — picked up four wins out of the six races sailed, and he also […]

Trey Mallory had a mixed day as he and his UNC Wilmington men’s tennis teammates wrapped up the opening day action at the Intercollegiate Tennis Association [ITA] Carolina Regional at the Cary Tennis Park. Mallory fell in his opening match in the singles main draw in straight sets 6-1, 7-5 to Lucas Wayenburg from CCU. […]