[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine will compete as a guest rider for Sencat Talent Team – Mortimer Racing in the R&G Talent Cup at the iconic Brands Hatch in Kent, England, next weekend. The 14-year-old will stand in for injured rider Alexander Rowan in the fourth round of the Moto3 class […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine will ride in the R&G Talent Cup round four in the Monster Energy Grand Prix MotoGP at the Silverstone GP Circuit this weekend. The 14-year-old will represent the Sencat Talent Team/Mortimer Racing – Victoria House Academy for the second successive round of the Moto3 class competition. He […]

Bermuda motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine has described competing at the Monster Energy Grand Prix MotoGP at the Silverstone GP Circuit last weekend as an “unforgettable experience.” Racing in the R&G Talent Cup round four, Divine was representing the Sencat Talent Team/Mortimer Racing – Victoria House Academy for the second successive round of the Moto3 class […]

Bermudian motorcycle racing driver Aeziah Divine is encouraged by his progress after competing in the R&G British Talent Cup [BTC] round six at the Thruxton Circuit in Andover, Hampshire, at the weekend. The 14-year-old, representing the Sencat Talent Team/Mortimer Racing – Victoria House Academy in the Moto3 class competition, qualified in 24th for the first […]

The African Bermudian Dispersion Cultural Tour is holding an Anti-Slavery tour and visiting the National Museum of Bermuda on Saturday, March 23rd. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of The United Nations, International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade which is held every year on March 25th, the African […]

Bermuda is set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of women’s suffrage, with a forum set to take place tomorrow [April 30]. A spokesperson said, “The 80th anniversary of the successful passage of the bill in our Parliament mandating women’s right to vote in Bermuda happened on Sunday, April 21st and this became law on May […]

A lunchtime ‘Walk Through History’ will take place on May 1 at Victoria Park, retracing the pivotal events of May 1, 1981, during the General Strike. A spokesperson said, “Wednesday, May 1st, there will be a lunchtime ‘Walk Through History’ starting at Victoria Park at noon. This 45 minute procession, will follow footsteps made more […]

A group of approximately 40 people, including members of the Bermuda Trade Union Congress [BTUC], Somersfield Academy students, and event coordinator Glenn Fubler gathered at Victoria Park on Wednesday, May 1 for the Walk Through History event. A spokesperson said, “The Walk Through History, held on Wednesday, May 1st, began at noon at Victoria Park, […]

The Bermuda National Trust invites the community to free open houses in May to gather input on plans to revitalize Trust Museums. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda National Trust invites the community to learn about and give input into plans for Trust Museums at free open houses in May. In line with this year’s Heritage Month […]

[Opinion column written by Dr Edward Harris ] The Stone Age generally ended some five thousand years ago with the invention of forging tools in iron. Prior to that, implements were made of stone and probably of timber, although the latter is less obvious in the archaeological record, as it tends to rot. Sadly perhaps, […]

[Opinion column written by Kim Swan] I offer this tribute in honour of the life of Chesley Trott. Although my art teacher during my years attending Warwick Secondary School in the early 1970s, it was through golf at Port Royal Golf Course from 1971 that we truly came to know each other. To Maria, Chet, […]

The Bermuda Archives is inviting the public to their upcoming 2nd Annual Open House on June 7, 2024, for International Archives Day, themed “Digitize It.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Archives formally invites the public to visit us, get a rare glimpse of our repository and collection, and learn more about the Bermuda Archives […]

Friends of Sandys will hold an Emancipation Cup Match walkabout in Somerset, with guided walks on July 7 and July 13 covering historic sites and stories related to Emancipation and Cup Match. A spokesperson said, “There will be an Emancipation Cup Match walkabout held in Somerset next month, taking people on a route which will […]

The Mary Prince Legacy Bus Tour will be held on select Sundays in July and August. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of Emancipation & Mary Prince Day, Titan Express & The African Ancestories in Bermuda are offering in July & August, “The Mary Prince Legacy Bus Tour”. The tour highlights Mary Prince’s experiences and visits […]

Thirty-six boxes of 17th century archaeological material have returned to Bermuda after study at William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia. A spokesperson said, “The returned materials include archaeological finds and records relating to the First Forts Project, undertaken between 1993 and 2003 by the Department of Anthropology at the College of William & Mary and the […]

The Department of Culture, in collaboration with the Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda, hosted a Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture featuring Azorean historian Eduardo Medeiros. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week [June 27], the Department of Culture hosted their latest Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series, in collaboration with the Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda. The topic was “175 Years […]

King Alpha Productions is hosting “Masked Freedom,” a special event on African masquerade traditions as a key to freedom, featuring Professor Raphael Chijioke Njoku and Dr. David ‘Roots’ Chapman, on July 30 at St. Paul’s Centennial Hall during Emancipation Week 2024. Related Stories Gombey Documentary Special Edition The Beat Goes On For Our Gombeys Historical […]

Speaking during an interview with another barrier breaking athlete, Katura Horton-Perinchief reflected on the twentieth anniversary of her becoming the first Black female Olympic diver at the Athens Games in 2004. Horton-Perinchief, who will serve as Bermuda’s chef de mission at the Paris Games, said she is immensely proud of her achievement and hopes she […]

Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] will host an event to commemorate the 190th anniversary of emancipation in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “It is with great honor and humility that we welcome the wider community to the commemoration of the 190th anniversary of our emancipation here in Bermuda. This week, we gather not only to remember […]

The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] Press is currently working on a new publication, Bermuda Sentinel: The Royal Naval Base 1795–1950, by naval dockyard historian Jonathan Coad. A spokesperson said, “The book traces the development of the Bermuda Dockyard from its initial establishment as a group of wooden buildings into its fully-realised role as a […]

Award-winning tour manager Rashida Godwin will “explore the history of language used in relation to enslavement and Emancipation” in a Trust Talk on September 24. The event poster says, “In this Trust Talk, Rashida Godwin will explore the history of language used in relation to enslavement and Emancipation in Bermuda, particularly focusing on the recent […]

Thursday, October 10 is expected to see early cloud and a chance of one or two showers, brighter thereafter, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise […]

“With Hurricane Milton now considered a potential threat to Bermuda, the Ministry of National Security reminds residents that hurricane season remains in effect until 30 November, and it is essential to stay attentive to personal and family hurricane preparations,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks. A Government spokesperson said, “Hurricane Milton passed over the […]

BELCO today advised that the Company is prepared for any potential impact from the Hurricane Milton and encouraged residents to also prepare for the storm. BELCO Managing Director Shelly Leman said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised that the Company is prepared for any potential impact from the Hurricane Milton and encouraged residents […]

Friday, October 11 is expected to be mostly cloudy with rain/showers, easing towards evening, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7.20am and […]

Saturday October 12 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be N. The relative humidity is expected to be near 57%. Sunrise will be at 7:21am and sunset will be at 6:49pm. High […]

Sunday, October 13 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 58%. Sunrise will be at 7.21am and sunset will be at […]

Monday, October 14 is expected to see mostly sunny day turns cloudy with a few showers overnight, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be […]

Tuesday October 15 is expected to be windy with thunderstorms, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 85%. Sunrise will be at 7:23am and sunset will be at […]

Wednesday October 16 is expected to see a mix of clouds and sun, with the high to be near 27°C/81°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7:24am and sunset […]

Thursday, October 17 is expected to be mostly cloudy with a few showers, clearing overnight, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 89%. Sunrise will be at 7.24am […]

Friday, October 18 is expected to see sunshine developing, chance of one or two late night showers, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be […]

Saturday October 19 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be W. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7:26am and sunset will be at 6:41pm. High […]

Sunday, October 20 is expected to see a possible morning shower, brightening up during afternoon, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 7.27am […]

Monday, October 21 is expected to be generally sunny, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 68%. Sunrise will be at 7.28am and sunset will be at 6.38pm. […]

Tuesday October 22 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be E. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 7:28am and sunset will be at 6:37pm. High […]

Wednesday October 23 is expected to be windy with rain, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 91%. Sunrise will be at 7:29am and sunset will be at […]

Thursday, October 24 is expected to see sunny periods with a few showers, easing later, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7.30am […]

Friday, October 25 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud with a few showers around, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will […]

Saturday October 26 is expected to see few clouds, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be N. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 7:31am and sunset will be at 6:33pm. […]

Sunday, October 27 is expected to be mostly sunny with a couple of showers developing late night, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be […]

Monday, October 28 is expected to see cloudy spells develop with a few showers likely, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7.33am […]

Tuesday October 29 is expected to see partly cloudy skies, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 7:34am and sunset will be at […]

Wednesday October 30 is expected to see be sunny, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 7:35am and sunset will be at 6:29pm. […]

Thursday, October 31 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 7.36am and sunset […]

Adam Prunty is set to take on the 100K Thames Path Challenge in the UK in an effort to raise money for a scholarship, with his employer MS Reinsurance pledging to match the donation amount up to the goal of $10,000. A spokesperson said, “Adam Prunty, a Pricing Actuary for MS Reinsurance, is planning to undertake the […]

David Lunn, a PE Teacher and alumnus of Somersfield Academy, will host a 5K Fun Run and Walk on September 29, 2024, to support the school’s Bursary Fund, with proceeds aiding students in need. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy is proud to announce that David Lunn, a dedicated alumnus and PE Teacher at the school, […]

Olympian and Somersfield Academy alumnus Tyler Smith will present awards at the 2024 Somersfield Fun Run and Walk, a community fitness event benefiting the school’s Bursary Fund. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy alumnus and Olympian Tyler Smith will be presenting awards at this year’s Somersfield Fun Run and Walk. Smith graduated from the school’s International Baccalaureate […]

The ‘Zhamir Strong’ 6K Family Fun Walk, Run, and Roll event was held today [Sept 28] with the event aimed at “raising awareness about spinal cord injuries and supporting Zhamir Denbrook-Pitt, a young Bermudian whose journey of recovery continues after this devastating injury.” The promotion for the event said, “We are raising funds to support […]

Domico Watson and Kristen Robinson were crowned the Somersfield Academy Male and Female 5K Champions. Watson clocked a time of 18:26, Philip Woollins was second in a time of 20:17, and Evan Faulkenberry was the third male finisher and 4th overall stopping the clock in a time of 21:34. Robinson clocked a winning time of […]