[Updated] The Bermuda national women’s hockey team is facing off against Guyana this afternoon [Sept 28] for the bronze medal as part of the Pan American Challenge at the National Sports Centre. Update: Guyana won by a score of 2-1 Update | Photos added below Related Stories Video: Cal Field Hockey Team Defeat Bermuda Field […]

The Bermuda Field Hockey Women’s League season began with a 3-3 draw between the Ravens and Budgies at the National Sports Center. The match featured several members of the Bermuda Women’s National Team, who recently competed at the same venue. Budgies forward Georgia Harris opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a field goal. […]

In the lone Bermuda field hockey match of the day at the National Sports Center, Griffins defeated the Pink Robins 4 – 1. Griffins took the lead in the 4th minute with a penalty corner goal off the stick of Owen Curley, but the Pink Robins drew level at 1 – 1 in the 11th […]

Field hockey fever swept across Bermuda this month as nearly 500 students from primary and middle schools competed in the annual interschool field hockey tournament. A spokesperson said, “A collaboration between the Bermuda Hockey Federation [BHF] and the Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF], the event brought together young athletes from both public and private schools […]

In the lone Bermuda Field Hockey Federation match at the National Sports Center saw the Ravens defeat the Pink Robins 3 – 1. The Ravens took the lead in the 13th minute when Lissie Davidson scored a field goal, the Pink Robins equalized in the 18th minute when Danika Williams scored a field goal. The […]

The Budgies came from three goals down to edge Griffins 4 – 3 at the National Sports Center in the lone Bermuda field hockey federation match. Griffins took the lead in the 6th minute with Owen Curley scoring a field goal, Curley doubled the lead with a second field goal in the 18th minute. Griffins […]

In the lone Bermuda Field Hockey Federation match of the evening, the Swizzles came from behind to defeat the Hurricanes 2 – 1. The Hurricanes went ahead in the 28th minute when Jess Charles scored a field goal, but four minutes later the Swizzles were even at 1 – 1 with a Jenn Chisnall penalty […]

The Ravens secured a decisive 5-1 victory over the Griffins in the Bermuda field hockey federation’s latest round at the National Sports Center. Jessica Hollis opened the scoring for the Ravens in the 10th minute, converting a penalty corner. Naina Seth extended the lead to 2-0 with a field goal in the 21st minute. Hollis […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] men’s tennis teammates opened their campaign at the UNCW team invitational with a convincing 7 – 2 victory over Coastal Carolina. Mallory contributed significantly to UNC Wilmington’s success, securing victories in both doubles and singles competition. He partnered with Oscar Baumgartner in doubles play, defeating the Coastal Carolina […]

Bermuda tennis player Trey Mallory helped the UNC Wilmington men’s team impress at the recent UNCW Team Invitational in North Carolina, Wilmington. In the singles against Boston College, Mallory defeated Andrew Illie 3-6, 6-2, 7-6. Meanwhile in the doubles, Mallory and Jordi Domenech defeated Liam O’Leary and Matthew Overvelde 6-4. In the singles against Coastal […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates defeated Coastal Carolina by a score of 36 – 0. Berkeley and her teammates played their first match in 2024 after they lost in the NIRA national championships in November. The result marked Lander’s sixth overall victory over Coastal Carolina University. Related Stories Jamin Hodgkins Kicks […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates competed in the Tropical 7s Rugby Tournament in Tampa, Florida. Competing in the Under 23 Women’s Open Division, Lander competed in Pool B. In their opening group match, Lander defeated Adrian College 24-14. Lander then drew 12 – 12 with Army West Point Gold, before closing […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates hosted the Lander 7s Rugby Tournament. On the opening day, Lander outscored their opponents 58 – 10. In their opening match, Lander defeated University of South Carolina 26 – 5, and then defeated The Citadel 32 – 5. Related Stories Jamin Hodgkins Impresses For Wanderers O’Shaughnessy […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates continued hosting the Lander 7s Rugby Tournament. After outscoring their opponents 58 – 10 on the opening day, Berkeley and her teammates would return on day two and outscore their opponents 68 – 5 to claim the title. Lander defeated Coastal Carolina University 26 – 5, […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates were back in action competing in the 2024 Collegiate Rugby Championships. Taking to the field in the women’s premier shield, Lander took on Michigan, they would fall 22 – 0. Lander then faced Minnesota in the women’s premier shield where Lander would come away with a […]

[Written by Robyn Bardgett] Endeavour, a Bermuda-registered charity that builds self-confidence and life skills for Bermuda’s youth through experiential education, partners with the Bermuda College Athora Division of Professional and Career Education [APACE] to prepare young Bermudians for working in the maritime industry. The Endeavour Maritime Career Springboard Programme is a seven-week training initiative for […]

Dr David Chapman is holding a launch event for his new book on the Gombeys. You can tune in and watch below, and we will have additional information later on. The 13-minute live video replay is below: Related Stories Video: Bermuda Gombey Festival Showcase Video: Gombey Festival Press Conference Video: Gombeys At BF&M 10K Run […]

Jonathan Land Evans has re-published “a long and lovely Bermuda poem by the noted American novelist and poet Hervey Allen, in which he recounted the interesting, moving, and sometimes dramatic life of a black Bermudian woman whom he came to know and admire towards the end of her life, during his long sojourn in Bermuda […]

Bermudian author Ravoshia Whaley has simultaneously released her debut book, The Mastermind: Introducing Lady Einstein, and companion music single. Ms Whaley, whose father is Bermudian, was born in Merrillville, Indiana, but was raised in Bermuda and Texas. A synopsis of the science fiction book on Amazon reads: “Samara Gumbs aka ‘The Mastermind/Lady Einstein’ is a […]

Members of the young Bermuda volleyball team held a Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] clean-up event this past weekend. The effort saw the young people collect trash, with the endeavour resulting in an impressive amount of refuse rounded up to be properly discarded. Related Stories Photos: US Consulate Participates In Clean Up Photos: Airport Group Join […]

Local environmental charity Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], and EY Bermuda have announced their continuing partnership for the annual Island-Wide Coastal Clean-Up. A spokesperson said, “This year’s event will run from Thursday September 28 through Sunday October 8 and aims to clean more than 60 beaches and coastal areas across Bermuda. Visit www.KBB.bm or contact the KBB […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] announced the continuation of its partnership with EY Bermuda for the annual Island-Wide Coastal Clean-Up. A spokesperson said, “Environment charity Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] is delighted to announce the continuation of its partnership with EY Bermuda for the annual Island-Wide Coastal Clean-Up. This year’s event will take place from Friday, September […]

Rower Dara Alizadeh will continue his preparations for the Olympic Games in Paris when he competes at the Henley Royal Regatta. Alizadeh, who races in the men’s single sculls, is scheduled for his first race on Thursday [July 4] at the annual event, which finishes on Sunday. The 30-year-old will become the first Bermudian rower […]

Dara Alizadeh – who will be representing Bermuda in the upcoming Olympics — began competing in the Henley Royal Regatta, hosted by the Rowing Club in Henley-on-Thames, England. Alizadeh took to the water. Competing in the diamond challenge sculls Alizadeh was defeated by Daniel Gutierrez, Team España, Spain by 5 lengths. Related Stories Alizadeh To Race At […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dara Alizadeh has reflected on his rowing journey, from a 13-year-old who began competing for fun to becoming a two-times Olympian. Alizadeh closed the curtain on his Olympic campaign in Paris today [August 2], finishing fourth in the men’s single sculls E final at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium to place 28th […]

Skyah Walker and Charlie Thorpe completed internships at Wilton Re Bermuda Limited, gaining practical experience in actuarial and accounting tasks through the BILTIR program. A spokesperson said, “Skyah Walker and Charlie Thorpe were selected from a field of nearly two dozen applicants as this year’s summer interns at Wilton Reinsurance Bermuda Limited. Wilton Re has […]

The Bermuda national women’s hockey team showed plenty of heart in their 2-0 defeat to Paraguay in their opening pool game of the Women’s Pan American Challenge at the National Sports Centre yesterday [September 21]. Bella Lopez and Abril Sanabria scored first-half goals for Paraguay. In the earlier match, Guyana defeated Brazil 1-0 thanks to […]

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 […]

“Between 2021 and the present, five people have been convicted and monies seized following investigations into suspected money laundering offences,” the police said. A police spokesperson said, “Investigations by the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] Financial Crime Unit into acts of money laundering have led to a number of convictions and resulted in the seizure of […]

[Updated with photos] The 2024 Bermuda Gombey Festival is taking place this evening [Oct 26] at the Botanical Gardens, and you can tune in and watch live below. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The annual Bermuda Gombey Festival is a family-friendly event that celebrates the island’s rich Gombey heritage, showcasing the talents of local Gombey […]

The 2024 Bermuda Gombey Festival took place this weekend at the Botanical Gardens, showcasing the island’s iconic Gombey culture. The annual event featured performances by various Gombey troupes from across Bermuda with attendees experiencing the vibrant music, dance, and regalia that characterizes this traditional Bermudian art form. A government spokesperson previously emphasized the festival’s role […]

“The energy was phenomenal,” said Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport Owen Darrell following this weekend’s Bermuda Gombey Festival. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s Gombey Festival was a resounding success as hundreds gathered at the beautiful Botanical Gardens on Saturday, October 26th, to celebrate the island’s unique and storied Gombey tradition. The event brought together families, […]

The Jamaican Association [Bermuda] will host the Marcus Garvey Symposium at the Bermuda College Lecture Theatre next Thursday [November 14]. The event, which runs from 6 pm to 9 pm, will commemorate the anniversary of Mr Garvey’s 1928 visit to Bermuda. Jamaican Mr Garvey was the leader of the Pan-Africanism movement, which aimed to unite […]

Bernews’ latest virtual art photo gallery features the 2024 Bermuda Gombey Festival, which was recently held at the Botanical Gardens, showcasing the island’s iconic Gombey culture. The annual event featured performances by various Gombey troupes from across Bermuda with attendees experiencing the vibrant music, dance, and regalia that characterizes this traditional Bermudian art form. Related […]

The Bermuda Dressage Group hosted a show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street under the watchful eye of Canadian Dressage judge Janet Konyer. Daisy Cooper riding Storm Watch won the intro test A class with a score of 63.75%, the same pair also won the intro test B class, this time with a […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] When we think of stroke, we often associate it with the elderly population. However, it’s important to debunk the myth that stroke only affects older individuals. In reality, stroke can occur at any age, and it’s crucial for people of all ages to be aware of the risk factors […]

“The Steps to a Well Bermuda survey is crucial for us to better understand and improve the health of our community, and we need those who have been selected to participate to please do so,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson. “In partnership with the Pan American Health Organization, this survey will give us a […]

The Department of Energy is inviting the public to complete online survey about solar energy. The Government posted the graphic below online, saying, “The Department of Energy invites you to complete a short 5 – 10 minute online survey. As we work to find ways to increase the public’s access to energy independence, your survey responses […]

The Department of Energy has extended the Solar Energy Survey until Friday, August 20, 2021. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs advises the public that the Department of Energy has extended the Solar Energy Survey to Friday, August 20, 2021. “This survey is vital to assessing the adoption of solar energy technologies […]

BE Solar announced the appointment of Robbie Godfrey as their new Chief Executive Officer. A spokesperson said, “BE Solar, Bermuda’s most established clean energy provider, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Robbie Godfrey as its new Chief Executive Officer. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades as an engineer and operations manager in […]

[Updated with video & audio] A man attempting to travel from Miami to Bermuda in a bubble that allows him to run on water was rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard today [Oct 4], after reportedly being found floating in the bubble, disoriented and asking for directions to Bermuda. Athlete Reza Baluchi had planned to […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] OpenMat Bermuda will send 14 athletes to compete at the Pan IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Kissimmee, Florida, next week. Representing the Brazilian jiu-jitsu gym are Siraj Grant, Ryan Hopkins, Jahmali Bridgewater, Olivia Buchanan, Ramazan Ramazanov, Elijah Richardson, Noah Vieira, Reina Maypa, Sydney Mason, James Adams, Thomas Gregory, Lonnie Bascome, Aaron Dyer […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Six Fight City Muay Thai and Fitness athletes will vie for glory at the TBA Classic Muay Thai World Championships in Des Moines, Iowa. Tyler Kerr, Jay Astwood, Keron Lee, Jarryd Simmons, Phill Beach and his daughter Emily Beach headed to Des Moines yesterday [June 17], where they will compete from […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine hopes to become a perennial podium contender as he targets a top-three finish in the FAB-Racing Minibike British Championship this season. Divine, 12, is confident he can mix it with the best riders in the MK50 class as he builds towards the opening race of the campaign […]

John Kacey competed in the Freetech Motorcycle Endurance race held at the Pembrey Circuit in the UK, a 2.4km technical race track. In the first practice session, Kacey secured a second-place finish with a fastest lap time of 1:31.114. He finished fourth in the second practice session. Kacey did not start the first qualifying race […]

[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 Ministry of Public Works has issued road traffic notices for the MAAC Beyond Fitness 5K and the Bermuda Triathlon Association Standard Distance National Championship Triathlon scheduled on Sunday [Oct 6]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works wishes to inform motorists and the general public that two significant athletic events are scheduled […]

Jackson Langley and Christine Dailey are the 2024 Beyond Fitness 5K Run male and female champions. Langley ran to victory in a time of 17:39, Dylan Eiselt was second with a time of 17:57, and Sanchez Smith rounded out the podium stopping the clock in a time of 17:58. Dailey finished 9th overall clocking a […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Karting driver Scott Barnes will look to return to top form when he races in the third round of the Stars Championship Series, the Clash at the Club, in Cincinnati, Ohio, this weekend. Barnes, who competes in the Shifter Masters and ROK classes, knows he needs some impressive displays at the […]

Karting driver Scott Barnes heads into the SummerNationals – the final rounds of the Skusa Pro Tour – this weekend looking to wrap up the Shifter Masters title. Barnes, who will race at the New Castle Motorsports Park in Indianapolis in rounds five and six, is second in the overall points standings after a successful […]