Sports Centre ready for busy April schedule
After two years of virtually no activity, the National Sports Centre has returned to being a hive of activity with international competition in three sports taking place at the venue over a period of …
Bermuda’s captive leadership narrows
Bermuda’s dominance as the world’s leading captive domicile may be under threat, like never before.
This, as the government flies the flag in support of a contingent of Bermuda insurance industry exec…
This, as the government flies the flag in support of a contingent of Bermuda insurance industry exec…
Spreading the Marmalade gospel
Cactus Ltd co-founders James Robinson and Mark Higgins have already found some success with their deal pricing and data capture system, Marmalade.
Now, they are seeking to raise capital so that they c…
Now, they are seeking to raise capital so that they c…
UK told regulators are hurting captive and ILS development
The UK government has been told that the “inflexible culture” of British regulators has hindered efforts to develop markets for insurance-linked securities, captive insurance and other new forms of in…
Latest Bermuda Softball League Results
| Western Stars Angels remain undefeated in the softball Women’s Division after defeating Rainbows 18 to 10. Leadoff batter Nikita Trott was on fire as she went 4-5 with a triple and 7 RBI. Teammates Debbie DeShields and Rickelle Smith were both 3-5. Rainbows had Natasha Lambert, Ashley Borges, and Tiffany Milne go 3-4 in the […]
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Bermuda Hockey Teams Ready For CAC Games
| [Written by Stephen Wright] For the past two months, the Bermuda men’s and women’s hockey teams have had a crash course in preparation for the Central American and Caribbean Games qualifiers under their new coach Kovin Moodley. While having a relatively short period to instil his vision and philosophy into his players, Moodley explained that […]
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Fears that Fairmont Southampton plan will ‘saturate property with villas’
A plan for “well over 300” units at the Fairmont Southampton was presented to environmental groups last year, a conservation charity said.
The Bermuda National Trust added that the scheme would “satur…
The Bermuda National Trust added that the scheme would “satur…
A ‘quiet scene stealer’ wins prestigious Charman Prize
Antoine Hunt has been named the overall winner of the 2022 Charman Prize against steep competition.
More than 120 artists submitted work for the tenth annual competition, organised by the Masterworks …
More than 120 artists submitted work for the tenth annual competition, organised by the Masterworks …
Civil servant rejected for top job launches appeal
A civil servant rejected for the role of Director of Parks has launched an appeal against a court decision ordering that her application should return to the Public Service Commission for consideratio…
Bermuda Festival praised for bringing Mary Prince play to island
An anti-racism charity has praised the work of the Bermuda Festival in bringing a powerful show about Mary Prince, a national hero and abolitionist, to the island.
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda…
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda…
Bermudian academic to highlight island’s dialect at international event
A Bermudian adviser and tutor is set to speak at an international conference on the English language about the Bermudian dialect.
Yesha Townsend, an adviser and tutor at Bermuda College’s Centre for L…
Yesha Townsend, an adviser and tutor at Bermuda College’s Centre for L…
Sakari Famous raises bar with national and school records
Lightning struck twice for Sakari Famous while competing for McNeese State University at the Carl Knight Invitational in Nacogdoches, Texas, at the weekend.
The Bermudian broke her own outdoor school …
The Bermudian broke her own outdoor school …
Maiden’s Genesis helps in managed care
Genesis Legacy Solutions, a unit of Bermuda’s Maiden Holdings, Ltd. announced an agreement to provide a medical expense reimbursement cover to the Washington, DC cell of the Michigan based Mary Free B…
Ministry: 55 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday
| The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [April 11] with the list indicating that there are fifty-five bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ombudsman On Bus Service Communications Buses To Operate On Sunday Schedule Minister: Minibuses To Provide Transportation Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Friday Ministry: Bus Cancellations For Thursday […]
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Premier Leads Bermuda delegation to RIMS
Premier and Finance Minister, E David Burt, JP, MP, will lead the Bermuda delegation to attend the Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS) annual conference in San Francisco from April 10-13, 2022. RIMS is the world’s largest community dedicated to advancing risk management.
RISKWORLD is RIMS’ first major in-person event since 2019. This event usually brings together more than 10,000 attendees from over 70 countries, 400 exhibitors from across the globe, and more than 300 speakers.
Thompson at the double as X-Roads ensure survival
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Somerset Trojans 1
Somerset Trojans 1
Three goals in the space of 11 minutes late in the game enabled X-Roads to secure their Premier Division status in style with victory over Somerset Trojans at Gar…
Premier leads Bermuda delegation at Rims
The Bermuda Business Development Agency said Sunday night that together with its valued partners, they are ready to provide a strong presence for Bermuda at RISKWORLD, Rims’ first major in-person even…
Minister Peets – Masterworks Museum Visit
Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art was the latest visit by the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets, who continued his tour of the island’s museums, galleries and historical landmarks.
The public will be aware that as part of his ongoing support of the island’s cultural institutions, Minister Peets has committed to engaging with those who oversee and manage these facilities.
Minister Peets was given a tour of the facility by Masterworks Founder, Tom Butterfield, MBE.
Public Service Excellence Awards – March
Last week (April 8), Deputy Premier Walter Roban and Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns recognized Mr. Sheridan Ming as the March recipient of the Bermuda Government’s Public Service Excellence Award (PSEA).
The PSEA is a programme that recognizes outstanding achievement by Public Officers.
Mr. Ming is the Assistant Buildings Manager for the Department of Public Lands and Buildings, within the Ministry of Public Works.
Photos & 360: Court Street Market Palm Sunday
| [Updated with photos & 360] The Court Street Market Palm Sunday edition is being held today [April 10], with the event set to run until 7.00pm this evening. The organisers previously said, “The Uptown Merchants are excited to announce the return of the Court Street Market. The first market will take place this Sunday, April 10th […]
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Devonshire Colts suffer relegation after losing to Hood
Devonshire Colts 1 Robin Hood 2
Devonshire Colts were relegated to the First Division after a combination of their loss to Robin Hood and X-Roads’ victory over Somerset Trojans sealed their fate …
Former U.S. State Department Employee Jailed
| A Washington DC-based former U.S. State Department employee was sentenced to 12 months in an American prison for “conspiring to commit honest services fraud” in relation to a security upgrade to be performed at the U.S. Consulate in Bermuda. A statement from the U.S. Justice Department said, “May Salehi, a former State Department employee, was sentenced […]
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Bermuda To Provide ‘Strong Presence’ At RIMS
| The Bermuda Business Development Agency [BDA] and their partners said they “are ready to provide a strong presence for Bermuda at RiskWorld, RIMS’ first major in-person event since 2019.” RiskWorld is the renamed annual conference of RIMS, the world’s largest community dedicated to the advancement of risk management and is being held this year in San […]
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Dillas & Hendrickson Win Golf Match Play
| The Bermuda Match Play Golf Championships concluded today [April 10] with Jarryd Dillas crowned the Men’s Champion, while Calvin Hendrickson won the Senior Men’s division. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Match Play Championships concluded today in extremely challenging conditions. Following very heavy rain during the early hours of the morning, the SW 15-25 knot conditions […]
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Jarryd Dillas clinches ninth Bermuda Match Play title in trying conditions
Jarryd Dillas romped to a ninth Bermuda Match Play Championships title with a convincing 4 and 2 victory over Jevon Roberts in the final at a windswept Port Royal Golf Course this afternoon.
The Mid O…
The Mid O…
Minister Peets Tours Masterworks Museum
| Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art was the latest visit by the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, Dr. Ernest Peets, who continued his tour of the island’s museums, galleries and historical landmarks. “The public will be aware that as part of his ongoing support of the island’s cultural institutions, Minister Peets has committed to engaging […]
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Police Continue Investigation Into Murders
| The police are continuing their investigations into the two recent murders, and said they are “appealing for patience and understanding as we work to bring about justice and closure.” This week was marred with gun violence that sadly resulted in the deaths of two young men; 24-year-old Che Jennings was fatally shot in Warwick, and […]
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Sheridan Ming Earns PSEA Excellence Award
| Sheridan Ming has earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for March. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week [April 8], Deputy Premier Walter Roban and Head of the Public Service, Dr. Derrick Binns recognized Mr. Sheridan Ming as the March recipient of the Bermuda Government’s Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA]. “The PSEA is a programme […]
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Police appeal for patience over murder investigations
Police have urged the public to be patient as officers investigate the murders of two young men.
Laje Franklin, 18, was killed near Clearwater Beach in St David’s on Tuesday night, while Che Jennings,…
Laje Franklin, 18, was killed near Clearwater Beach in St David’s on Tuesday night, while Che Jennings,…
Award for unsung hero with a ‘can-do attitude’
Sheridan Ming, the assistant buildings manager for the Department of Public Lands and Buildings, has been hailed as an unsung hero for his work with the Public Service Excellence Award.
According to a…
According to a…
Live Video: Court Street Market Palm Sunday
| The Court Street Market Palm Sunday edition is being held today [April 10], with the event set to run until 7.00pm this evening. The organisers previously said, “The Uptown Merchants are excited to announce the return of the Court Street Market. The first market will take place this Sunday, April 10th from 1 pm to 7 […]
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2022 USATF Bermuda Games
(Photographs by Blaire Simmons)
Hundreds turn out as the annual Palm Sunday walks returns after Covid enforced break
Hundreds of people visited St George’s this afternoon as the Bermuda National Trust’s annual Palm Sunday Walk returned to the East End.
While the walk was cancelled in both 2020 and 2021 because of th…
While the walk was cancelled in both 2020 and 2021 because of th…
Video: ‘Run Jump Throw’ Event Before USATF
| Bermuda’s future athletes had fun learning the basics of the sport at the Run Jump Throw event at the Flora Duffy Stadium on Saturday, receiving assistance from a number of top coaches and athletes. The free clinic — which took place before the inaugural USATF Bermuda Games – introduced boys and girls aged 6 to 12 […]
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Dunkley: Remove The Travel Authorization Form
| The Travel Authorization form “has served its purpose and now as we learn to live with Covid, we need to get back to a more normal life and remove what is now a hassle,” Shadow Health Minister Michael Dunkley said. Mr Dunkley said, “With the recent announcement that Government states it is trying to clear […]
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Court Street market sees area bustling with activity
Court Street was bustling with activity today with dozens of vendors lined up offering a variety of treats for customers.
The Court Street Market drew a steady stream of people this afternoon, with pe…
The Court Street Market drew a steady stream of people this afternoon, with pe…
Video: Sri Lankans Gather To Show Support
| A group of Sri Lankans living in Bermuda held a gathering today [April 10] at Victoria Park to show support and solidarity to their homeland, saying they hope the demonstration will help to send a message to the Sri Lankan Government. According to the UK’s Guardian news, “Sri Lanka has descended into its worst financial […]
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City taking legal advice over paying back almost $200,000 in parking fines
Parking enforcement is being carried out by a City of Hamilton team again after a five-month hiatus.
The men were among five hired last August but stopped issuing tickets in November until legislation…
The men were among five hired last August but stopped issuing tickets in November until legislation…
Reggie Lambe thunderbolt puts Stowmarket Town’s league campaign back on track
Reggie Lambe scored a sensational goal to inspire Stowmarket Town to a 2-1 victory away to Witham Town in the Isthmian League North on Saturday.
The Bermuda midfielder broke the deadlock at Simarco St…
The Bermuda midfielder broke the deadlock at Simarco St…
Return of Welcome Home Show
The Bermuda Equestrian Federation has responded to the cancellation of the Ag Show by working hard to provide an event at the Botanical Gardens this month.
The Welcome Home Show, which will be held on…
The Welcome Home Show, which will be held on…
Web outage and e-mail issue causes delay in TA applications
The Government has said it is working to try and clear a backlog of Travel Authorisation applications caused by problems with e-mails and an outage to its website.
A spokeswoman said the issue had bee…
A spokeswoman said the issue had bee…
Full Results: 2022 USATF Bermuda Games
| The USATF Bermuda Games took place at the National Sports Center Flora Duffy Stadium, with an enthusiastic crowd in attendance to watch the world class event. In an effort to do the event — one of the most prestigious track and field events ever hosted in Bermuda — justice, Bernews provided extensive coverage of the […]
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Photo Set II: USATF Games & Local Events
| Some of the world’s fastest runners made their way to the Flora Duffy Stadium for the USATF Bermuda Games on Saturday [April 9] with an array of top international athletes from nations including Canada, USA, Germany, Kenya, Zambia, Great Britain, Morocco, Jamaica, Barbados, Bahamas, Trinidad & Tobago, Brazil, Haiti, France, Liberia and Bermuda in action. A […]
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Bermuda Trio Compete In Outdoor Track Meets
| Three Bermuda athletes – Nathan Simons, Ryan Outerbridge, and Diarra-James Powell-Burgess – took to the track to represent their respective schools. Nathan Simons Nathan Simons and his Mount Marty Men’s track and field teammates competed in the USD Early Bird Meet. Simons finished sixth in the men’s 400m dash with a time of 49.14. He […]
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Champions Town end season in style with big win over Zebras
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Dandy Town capped off a fine campaign with an emphatic victory over their nearest rivals PHC Zebras on Sunday night at Goose Gosling Field, ahead of being officially cro…
Football: Hornets Defeat The Zebras
| At the BAA Field, the Dandy Town Hornets celebrated picking up the Premier Division Trophy from the Bermuda Football Association President Mark Wade after they defeated the PHC Zebras 5 – 2. The Dandy Town Hornets got single strikes from Jahzardae Samuels, Tomiko Goater, Mateo Issac, Angelo Simmons, and Oneko Lowe, while Kushae Hypolite, and […]
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Williamson Competes In 200m In Sheffield
| Sam Williamson continued competing in the British Swimming Championships 2022 at the Ponds Forge International Sports Center in Sheffield, England. On day three, representing Mount Kelly School during the men open 200m breaststroke preliminaries, Williamson touched the wall in a time of 2:26.16 finishing 20th. Related Stories Bermuda Swim Coaches Pick Season’s Top 10 Photos […]
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Police Teams Win Duckett Memorial 2022
| After a 2-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the annual Police Rugby Duckett Memorial matches took at the Police Field in Prospect. Both the Police Men’s and Ladies’ teams were victorious against the best of the Rest in Bermuda’s oldest rugby event. The Police ladies won 17 – 5, while the Police Men won […]
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Video: Sunday April 10th ‘Good News’ Spotlight
| News that Bermuda hosted an international track meet, Dage Minors placed 3rd in a world class field, Bermuda College students donated fish cakes, artist Gherdai Hassell is the first Bermudian to be featured in the Bienal de La Habana exhibition, and Dante Leverock served as an assistant for the Concacaf Nations League Draw were all […]
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Athletes deliver strong performances in testing winds at Bermuda Games
There was no postcard Bermudian weather but the USATF Bermuda Games did deliver some solid performances at the Flora Duffy Stadium with strong winds and rain providing a stern, early-season test for …