The Government unveiled Phase One of the Battery Road Development Project in St. David’s, with the Minister noting that they completion of Phase I comprises 4 units; 3 studios and one 2-Bedroom/1-bath unit. A Government spokesperson said, “Ensuring that Bermudians have access to affordable housing is priority of the Government. It is a pledge in […]

Andrew Stevenson, who started the Humpback Whale Research Project in 2007, will be giving two presentations on Tuesday [Mar 19] at BUEI Tradewinds Auditorium. This illustrated lecture will include never-before witnessed, extraordinary underwater video of humpback behavior here in Bermuda as well as their breeding grounds in the Caribbean. Underwater video footage of a mother […]

Photographs recently captured in the Challenger Banks area offer a stark reminder of the perils that whales can face in the ocean, with the whale spotted harbouring a slash across its back that whale researcher Andrew Stevenson said appears to have been caused by the prop of a small boat, lopping off its dorsal fin. Mr Stevenson […]

[Updated] Bermuda’s Andrew Stevenson was recently honoured by the Prince of Wales’ Commonwealth Environmental Photography Awards ‘Out of the Blue’ competition, with his photo of a humpback whale off the coast of Bermuda winning an award for ‘Highly Commended – Most Publicly Liked Entry.’ Mr. Stevenson’s entry was submitted in the Over 18s age group, […]

Whale researcher Andrew Stevenson has started work on a follow-up to his acclaimed documentary ‘Where the Whales Sing’ – which for the first time will include unique aerial footage. Mr Stevenson also believes that he now has one of the largest databases in the world held by just one person from which he can make […]

Speaking in advance of the screening of his documentary film “Secret Lives of the Humpbacks” tomorrow, whale researcher Andrew Stevenson said that this has been his best year for identifying individual whales, with well over 200 identified so far. Mr. Stevenson told Bernews, “Despite the inclement weather during the peak whale watching season, this had been […]

The ‘All In Stunt Show’ event was held yesterday [Sept 5] at the No. 1 Car Park on Front Street in Hamilton, with riders on motorcycles and bicycles performing, while small children were also able to take part via their own small course, with fun castles, food vendors and more also on hand for an […]

Bermuda finished 7th at the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group Three Division in Trinidad & Tobago, after defeating the Bahamas in their final match. Shelby Madeiros got Bermuda off to a strong start, dominating Tatyana Maduabuchukwu 6-2, 6-0 in the first singles match. However, the Bahamas leveled the tie when Danielle Andrea Thompson defeated […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] Men’s Tennis teammate’s returned to action competing in the 2024 ITA DI Men’s Carolina Regional Championships hosted by Duke University, in Durham, North Carolina. In his consolation first round match, Mallory lost in a third set tie-breaker to Johan Van Wijk, from Gardner-Webb University. Gardner-Webb won the first […]

On May 3, the Bermuda Pacers Track Club organized the 15th Annual Schools Relay Classic at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium, featuring many of the island’s top young runners. You can view photos below and the full results here. Related Stories Photos: National Track & Field Championships Photos & Results: World Athletics Day Meet […]

Triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief has warmed up for the Olympic Games in Paris by winning the elite men’s event at the Ed Murphey Track Classic in Memphis, Tennessee, on Thursday [July 11]. Perinchief claimed victory with his fifth and final leap of 16.82 metres. The 26-year-old, whose personal best is 17.03, is part of Bermuda’s […]

Bermudian runner Cameron Adkins achieved a personal best time at the Eye-Opener Cross Country Meet in Spartanburg, South Carolina, helping his Christ School team to a sixth-place finish. Adkins crossed the line in 16:37.90, securing 53rd place in a competitive field within the international boys division. Christ School, with a total of 255 points, finished […]

The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] has released the schedule of events from September 2024 to September 2025. The schedule includes dates and times for a long list of athletic events over the next 12 months. The full BNAA 2024/2025 Event Calendar follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Armstrong Competes In MAAC Championships Marshall & Outerbridge […]

Rugby Americas North [RAN] announced the dates and venue for the 2024 Rugby Americas Sevens. Hosted by the Trinidad & Tobago Rugby Union [TTRU], the competition returns to Trinidad & Tobago for the first time since 2016. The two-day event will take place November 23 & 24 in Arima at Larry Gomes Stadium. “We are […]

[Written by Vejay Steede] A few years ago, we featured a fledgling East End eatery that was delivering world class burgers and traditional Bermudian pies to the people. These days the Bermuda Pie Company is all over the media teaching new folks how to eat a pie, and reflecting on the cultural relevance of traditional […]

The Food Justice Forum is set to host a ‘Thrift Kitchen Throwdown’ on September 30 and a panel discussion on October 16. A spokesperson said, “The Food Justice Forum will launch shortly, a two-part event aimed at tackling Bermuda’s food security issues while promoting sustainable and environmentally conscious practices. With a focus on youth engagement, […]

Following weather-related cancellations of the City Hall All-White Ball and the Tasting Village, the City of Hamilton said they are “working with PTix to provide full refunds to all patrons who purchased tickets or tokens for the events.” A spokesperson said, “Initially, the City decided on Friday to proceed with Saturday’s dining experience, as forecasts indicated […]

Earlier this year, Endeavour collaborated with Bermuda College’s APACE to train 11 young Bermudians for maritime careers through the Maritime Career Springboard Programme. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour, a Bermuda-registered charity that engages diverse youth across Bermuda in experiential education that builds their self-confidence and skills, partnered with the Bermuda College Athora Division of Professional and […]

The ‘Human Library’ event will be held on Thursday, September 28th at the Bermuda National Library. A spokesperson said, “Do you want a chance to unjudge someone by having a conversation that can break down prejudices, biases and assumptions? Welcome to the Human Library, where Readers are invited to have open conversations with Books for 30 […]

The Library Association of Bermuda is set to host an evening entitled “Books, Bites, & Beverages” on Saturday, November 4, 2023. This event will take place at the Bermuda College Library from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. A treat for book enthusiasts and food lovers alike, the event promises to be an evening of literary […]

Atlantic Publishing House is set to hold an event at Rosalie Gardens featuring a blend of “plants, Bermuda books, and Jamaican coffee.” A spokesperson said, “Join us for a unique weekend at Rosalie Gardens, 35 Angle Street, opposite Hubies, on November 25 from 12.00pm to 4.00pm and on November 26 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Explore […]

Bob Richards spoke at BUEI last night [July 11] about Bermuda’s involvement in the Cold War before signing copies of his new book, Triangle of Blood. A spokesperson said, “Introduced by his son, Kevin, the author spoke to the almost 100 attendees about Bermuda’s support of the US Navy in the lead-up to the Cuban […]

In celebration of World Oceans Day, Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] will host a free art show, open house, and children’s art workshops tomorrow [June 9] and Saturday [June 10] at the Bermuda Society of Arts [BSOA]. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of World Oceans Day, Keep Bermuda Beautiful is excited to host a free art […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] has encouraged the community to “act responsibly and help minimise the amount of waste” on Christmas Day at Elbow Beach. A KBB spokesperson said, “Christmas Day at Elbow Beach has become a family-friendly tradition for many residents of Bermuda and visitors. The celebration is organized by the community and provides a […]

For its 60th anniversary, Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] introduced a new logo and will also will host a series of public events throughout this year. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is celebrating sixty years of service to the community. As one of the island’s oldest and most impactful environmental charities, KBB was established as […]

Bermudian rower Dara Alizadeh completed his participation in the World Rowing Championships 2023 held in Belgrade, Serbia. During day five of the competition, Alizadeh secured the second position in the men’s singles G final, achieving a time of 7:33.46. Related Stories Photos/Results: End Of Summer Rowing Regatta Photos: 5-Time Olympic Medalist Visits Rowers Photos/Results: Summer […]

Bermuda Olympian Dara Alizadeh continued competing in the 2024 NSW Rowing Championships, hosted by the Sydney International Regatta Center in Australia. Alizadeh competed in the men’s championship elite eight in the boat of UTS, with he and his teammates finished second by clocking a time of 5:54.64. He also competed in the championship men’s elite […]

Everest Group, Ltd.  has named industry leader Bill Hazelton Executive Vice President of Everest Insurance & President of North America Insurance. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Hazelton most recently served as Head of US Retail Casualty and Industry Practices for Everest Insurance. Prior to Everest, Mr. Hazelton spent three decades in various leadership roles across underwriting, claims […]

Over one hundred pro hopeful bodybuilders and fitness athletes, both local and international are gearing up for this year’s Caribbean Grand Prix, to be held at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium on Saturday, March 26th. “The competition is back after proving to be a major success in 2019 and gives athletes from anywhere in the […]

Joy Eve competed in the IFBB 2023 Hurricane Bay Championships in St. Petersburg, Florida. Eve finished 16th competing in the figure masters 40+ division, and also finished 14th in the figure masters 50+ division. Related Stories Caribbean Grand Prix Pro Qualifier Postponed Lightbourne & Dears Receive Anti-Doping Bans Bodybuilding & Fitness Extravaganza Results CAC Bodybuilding […]

Beyond Inclusion hosted its Trunk or Treat event this weekend, creating an inclusive Halloween celebration for families to enjoy, with over 25 different organizations and individuals hosting trunks. “Trunk or Treat is an inclusive and accessible alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. This year, we’ve opened the event for members of the general public to attend, in […]

Somerset Primary School students recently hosted an International Dinner for students and parents, where the students highlighted the culture and cuisine of countries, including Japan, Mexico, India, and Bermuda. The event offered a variety of dishes for attendees to sample, celebrating the diversity within the school community. In honor of Diwali, the PTA also organized […]

Polar explorer and environmentalist, Robert Swan OBE, once said: “The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” “Bermuda remains on the precipice when it comes to protecting its natural resources, particularly its coral reef system, which provides us with provision, protection and pleasure. Therefore, it is vital that […]

Although the weather may not have fully cooperated on Saturday, June 27th, the Bermuda Zoological Society’s annual REEF Watch citizen science initiative, sponsored by Hiscox, has proven to be another successful year. The event supports the work of the Bermuda Reef Ecosystem Analysis and Monitoring [BREAM] programme led by chief scientist Dr. Thaddeus Murdoch. In […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society has announced that due to the possibility of Karl impacting Bermuda over the weekend, the Reef Watch event will be postponed until Saturday, 8th October. “Due to inclement weather, we are extending our Reef Watch teams’ survey opportunities for anytime in the next two weeks to ensure that they have a […]

Historically abundant predatory fish such as groupers and snappers remain at critically low numbers on Bermuda’s reefs based on international standards, according to a recently released report that monitored their status and trends by Bermudian scientist Dr Thaddeus Murdoch and his local team of research associates through the Bermuda Reef Ecosystem Assessment and Mapping [BREAM] […]

The Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport Owen Darrell visited the Nspire Bermuda Racquets Extravaganza at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium, where over 200 primary school students participated in tennis and pickleball festivals. The Government said, “Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, Sen., the Hon., Owen K. Darrell, JP recently visited the two-day, Nspire Bermuda […]

The awards event for the Powerade 5K was held at Butterfield & Vallis in Orange Valley, Devonshire this weekend. The event followed the 5K itself, which saw Sean Trott and Naomi MacGuinness race to victory. Trott crossed the line in a time of 17:29, Thomas Mills was second in 17:33, and Shannon Lawrence finished third […]

The Bermuda Police Service said they stand with other jurisdictions around the world in supporting Anti-Money Laundering Day on 29th October. Acting Assistant Commissioner [Crime] Nicholas Pedro said, “The Bermuda Police Service stands with other jurisdictions around the world in supporting and celebrating Anti-Money Laundering Day on 29th October. “Money laundering presents many dangers, especially […]

Somerset Primary School is set to host its International Day Dinner today [November 5], offering students and their families a rich experience of global cuisine and culture. The event will take place in the school’s Assembly Hall from 4 pm to 6 pm. Each class will represent a different country such as Bermuda, Mexico, Japan, […]

The Ministry of Health says that there has been an increase in reported cases of fever and respiratory symptoms on the island. A Government spokesperson said, “The Epidemiology and Surveillance Unit [ESU] at the Ministry of Health is alerting the public to an increase in reported cases of fever and respiratory symptoms, including Covid-19, the […]

Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is “partnering with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Optimum Wellness and the Bermuda College Division of Nursing & Allied Health to offer a free, public panel discussion about the latest treatment options for male and female incontinence.” A spokesperson said, “The free event will take place from 3pm to 5pm on Saturday […]

Camiko Smith continued competing in the DP world tour first stage Q-School event at The Players Club in Bristol, England. After the second round, the Bermudian golfer finds is tied 66th at 12-over par. Related Stories Augustus Concludes Mastercard Championships Augustus Begins Mastercard Championships Mosquera & Newton Compete In Jamaica Trio Advance To Bermuda Championships […]

The Bermuda Golf Association [BGA] will be sending a team to participate in the prestigious Caribbean Golf Association Four-Ball Championships from October 16th – 21st, 2024 at the Plantation Golf Course in Tobago, Trinidad & Tobago. A spokesperson said, “This marks the first time Bermuda has participated in the CGA Four-Ball Team Championships, following its […]

Shotocup announced the upcoming 29th Annual Zenji Ryu Shiai will be held on March 17th at Whitney Institute. A spokesperson said, “Shotocup is proud to announce the highly anticipated 29th Annual Zenji Ryu Shiai, scheduled to take place on March 17, 2024, at the prestigious Whitney Institute. This year marks a significant milestone in the […]

The Tabata-Ha Shotokan Karate-Do held a kite-making event, resulting in 15 kites crafted and a competition held. A spokesperson said, “The Tabata-Ha Shotokan Karate-Do recently held a kite-making evening. Our aim was to teach the younger generation how to make a traditional Bermuda kite as it is a tradition we must keep alive. “The Independent […]

Around 30 athletes are expected to compete in the Bermuda Open Wushu Championships at Whitney Institute Middle School next month. Local athletes Cole Durham, Che Beane, and Kaelin Cox are slated to participate in wushu sanda [Chinese kickboxing], along with junior competitors Enzi Johnston, Muryah Swan, and Geraldine Sidders. In addition, Talia Iris and Cox […]

14-year-old Bermudian Seri Fisher recently earned five medals — including a gold, two silvers and a bronze — at martial arts events in Florida. A spokesperson said, “Young Karate-ka Seri Fisher, aged 14, raised many eyebrows and conversations at two high class championships events in Daytona, Florida recently when taking on older girls and even […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Geraldine Sidders has immersed herself in Chinese kickboxing since taking up the sport two years ago. Tomorrow, [November 2] she will showcase her skills in the Bermuda Open Wushu Championships, where more than 30 local athletes will compete in wushu Sanda [Chinese kickboxing] and wushu taolu [forms] at Whitney Institute Middle […]

Cole Durham and Muryah Swan were among the gold medal winners at the Bermuda Open Wushu Championships at Whitney Institute Middle School on Saturday [November 2]. In the wushu Sanda [Chinese kickboxing] advanced men’s division, Durham won gold, Kaelin Cox claimed silver and Che Beane took bronze. Reyel Bowen defeated Durham 2-0 in an advanced […]