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Photos: John Paul Dejoria Vessel In Bermuda

The John Paul DeJoria vessel is visiting the island, stopping in the East End. According to the Neptune’s Pirates website, “The John Paul DeJoria is a 72-meter former Scottish Fisheries Patrol vessel equipped to stop whaling vessels in the high seas using modern technology and a passionate and committed crew.” Related Stories Photos: 31 Abandoned […]




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Photos & Video: Trunk Or Treat Halloween Event

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 […]




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Photos: Nevis Premier Holds Town Hall Meeting

The Premier of Nevis Mark Brantley held a Town Hall meeting during his trip to Bermuda. A spokesperson previously said, “The meeting is aimed at all citizens of Nevis and St. Kitts who currently live in Bermuda and those persons who may be curious about Nevis. The session will offer information about visiting Nevis and […]




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Photos & Video: Somerset Primary’s Dinner Event

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 […]




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Photos & Video: 2024 Remembrance Day Parade

[Updated with photos] Bermuda is commemorating Remembrance Day with a ceremony and parade in Hamilton today [Nov 11] and you can tune in and watch live below. We will have a photo gallery later on and you can view all our coverage of this year, and past years, Remembrance Day events by clicking here and for over 50 […]




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“Marine Ecosystems Tend To Recover Well”

“Bermuda’s marine environment and its inhabitants are used to major storms, including hurricanes. There will inevitably be some acute damage as well as some ongoing negative effects in the short to medium term, but overall our marine ecosystems tend to recover well,” the Department of Environmental Protection said. Having found both a sea fan and […]




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Zoological Society To Host “Reef Watch” Event

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 […]




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28 Teams Take Part In BZS Reef Watch Event

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 […]




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Seeking Volunteers For Reef Mapping Project

Royal Bermuda Regiment divers are to join forces with an environmental watchdog to help protect the Island’s reef system. And the Regiment and the Bermuda Reef Ecosystem Analysis and Monitoring Programme [BREAM] appealed for volunteer divers and snorkelers to join them in a major reef mapping programme at Elbow Beach in Paget on Sunday. The […]




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Video: “Biological Hotspot” Found On Seamount

[Updated with video] Scientists from Nekton undertaking the XL Catlin Deep Ocean Survey, have discovered a new “biological hotspot” on Argus Seamount, some 30 miles south west of Bermuda. Diving in cutting-edge manned submersibles adapted with the latest scientific and filming equipment, the scientists are the first to biologically document and sample the previously unexplored seamount. […]




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Video: Coral Gardening At Bermuda’s Reefs

A recently published video is showcasing the work that the Living Reefs Foundation is doing with the help of 11th Hour Racing to help protect Bermuda’s coral reefs. The Foundation’s website says, “Living Reefs, a Bermuda Registered Charity, was formed in 2014 to help implement some of the measures needed to keep Bermuda’s reefs and […]




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BZS: Help Raise Funds For Reef Conservation

For a fourth consecutive year, the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is heading out on the water with its team of citizen scientists to survey coral reefs around the island as a part of the annual BZS REEF Watch, with the excursion taking place with the support of lead sponsor HISCOX. The event, which is also […]




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Reef Watch Event Postponed Due To Karl

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 […]




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Living Reefs To Host ‘Coral Garden Party’

The Bermuda’s Living Reefs Foundation will host a ‘Coral Garden Party’ on May 19 at 6.30pm at the Rosewood Tucker’s Point Resort. A spokesperson said, “Have you ever heard of Coral Gardening? This relatively new approach to restoring coral reefs is now launched in Bermuda. Since August 2016, Bermuda’s Living Reefs Foundation has installed two […]




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Marking Five Years Of “Kids On The Reef”

The XL Catlin Kids on the Reef programme, a partnership between the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and the I Am Water Foundation, sponsored by XL Catlin has now completed its fifth successful year. The programme brings together world-class free-diving conservationists and local marine ecology educators to take local public middle school students beyond the classroom […]




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Report: Some Fish At Critically Low Levels

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] […]




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New Version Of Bermuda Reef App Released

The Bermuda Reef Life HD has recently been updated, with the app “featuring some 300 high definition images divided into 15 sections showcasing the beauty and diversity of Bermuda beneath the surface.” A spokesperson said, “Building from the success of the previous version of his Reef Life app, Ron Lucas’ latest update for the free […]




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Column: Deep Sea Reefs Must Be Conserved

[Opinion column written by Paris Stefanoudis] Sunlit coral reefs are perhaps the most famous marine habitat and many people will have snorkelled over or dived down to one at some point. Home to a quarter of all known ocean life, these “rainforests of the ocean” have been at the forefront of marine research for decades […]




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BioQuest Aims To Help Biodiversity Conservation

BioQuest, powered by CariGenetics, officially launched on the 25th of November, marking a “significant step forward in Bermuda’s biodiversity conservation efforts.” A spokesperson said, “BioQuest is a new, innovative philanthropic NGO focused on biodiversity conservation using genomics, starting with Bermuda’s signature species, with an aim to create local genetic research capacity. “The launch event, attended […]




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Videos: 41 Years Ago Bermuda Won Miss World

41 years ago today [Nov 15] Miss Bermuda Gina Swainson won the Miss World contest, becoming the first, and to this date, the only Bermudian to ever win a major international beauty pageant, and the photos and videos below can give you a walk down memory lane to see the crowning moment. Also notable as […]




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Photos & Video: Dinghy Races In St George’s

Enthusiasts of competitive sailing gathered on Sunday as dinghy races took place in St. George’s Harbor, showcasing the skill of participants. Related Stories Photos & Video: FEI Jumping World Challenge Photos & Video: Ed Sherlock 8K Running Race Photos & Video: Delta NetFest Netball Event Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Motocross Photos, Video, 360: Kappa […]




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Photos & Video: MSA 5K ‘Color Me’ Walk/Run

Mount Saint Agnes Academy hosted its inaugural 5k Color Me Run/Walk on May 31, featuring a route through various roads and a post-event celebration with food and entertainment. Related Stories Photos & Video: Ed Sherlock 8K Running Race Photos & Video: Spain Win Bermuda SailGP Photos & Video: FEI Jumping World Challenge Photos & Video […]




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Photos & Video: LBFA Annual Golf Tournament

The LBFA hosted its inaugural golf tournament at Port Royal Golf Course, aiming to raise funds to support youth travel expenses for skill showcases in England and Spain. Related Stories Photos: Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament Photos & Video: Closest To The Pin Charity Golf Photos/Video/360: Butterfield Championship Photos: Summerhaven Trust Golf Tournament Photos/Video: WindReach Adaptive […]




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Photos, Video & Results: ‘You Go Girl’ Race

The Mosaic You Go Girl Road Race took place on Front Street this weekend, with the ‘Of Course, I’m 22!’ team of Stepanka Sprincova, Krista Dyer, and Sharlen Sousa clocking a winning time of 24:55. With a time of 25:31, the ‘Sparkling Swifties’ team of Rose-Anna Hoey, Eva Wright and Emma Wright finished second, and […]




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Photos & Video: Marc Of Excellence Football

The Marc of Excellence Memorial Football Kick, in honour of the late Marco Warren, was held at TN Tatem Middle School in Warwick yesterday [June 2]. It was organised by Warren’s family and marked the first anniversary of his funeral after being killed in a hit-and-run incident in Hamilton Parish aged 29. Warren was respected […]




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Photos: Fans Attend Bermuda vs Honduras

On June 9, 2024, fans gathered at the Flora Duffy Stadium in Devonshire for a CONCACAF football match between Bermuda and Honduras, with the match seeing Honduras claim a 6-1 victory. Related Stories Photos: Spectators Supporting Bermuda Team Photos: Devonshire Cougars vs Somerset Photos, Video: Bermuda Fans At Football Match Photos: Bermuda Football Association Awards […]




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Photos: Minister Attends Nspire Racquets Event

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 […]




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Photos & Videos: Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon

The Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon took place at Clearwater Beach this weekend, with some of the island’s budding athletes in action. The junior triathlon competition offers a chance to win a $1,000 Clarien Iron Kids Bank account, and the event also has a Tiny Tots Race where little ones aged 3 to 6-years-old can take part, […]




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Photos & Video: Motocross Prizegiving Ceremony

The Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA] recently held its annual prize presentation, celebrating the achievements of the riders this season. Most Improved Awards PeeWee: Remington Boden 50cc: Cassidy Spencer Furbert 65cc: King Clarke 85cc: Jaylon Glasford 85Ladies: Ahlierre Belloquet Novice: Deige Paynter Over30: Willem Vermeulen Expert: Preston Martin To view all other reports on motocross, click here. […]




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Photos & Video: Powerade 5K Run & Walk Race

Sean Trott and Naomi MacGuinness raced to victory in the Powerade 5k race this weekend. Trott crossed the line in a time of 17:29, Thomas Mills was second in 17:33, and Shannon Lawrence finished third with a time of 17:37. MacGuinness won in a time of 19:27, Stepanka Sprincova was second in a time of 20:55, and […]




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Photos & Video: Powerade 5K Awards Event

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 […]




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Aerial Photos/Video: Celebrating Somerset’s Win

As is traditional, supporters of the winning team made their way onto the field after their club won the Cup Match Classic, with Somerset supporters rushing out after Somerset claimed an emphatic victory at the 2024 Cup Match Classic. For all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of Cup Match please […]




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Photos & Video: Around Island Powerboat Race

[Updated] The annual Rubis Around the Island Powerboat Race took place today [Aug 11] with boats speeding around the entire island at top speeds. The event started at Ferry Reach in the East End, with categories including a junior race and an offshore race. We will update with the full results when able. Update: Results, times, pilots and […]




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Photos & Video: Junior Badminton Tournament

The Bermuda Junior Badminton Tournament was held on Saturday [Oct 12]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Junior Badminton organised the first ever national tournament to encourage players across the island to compete in badminton and grow the popularity of the sport. “The 2 day tournament was held at Somersfield Academy and was organised by Emma Moran-Lee […]




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Photos & Video: Motocross Season Opener

The Bermuda Motocross Association held their season opener at the Southside Motorsports Park in St. David’s. A’jahni Foggo won all three races to win the 85cc class, with Azai Burt finishing second three times to finish second, Mikah Alves crossed the line third three times. In the over-30 Class, Lorenzo Burch took the checkered flag […]




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Photos & Video: Cambridge Beaches Triathlon

[Updated with results] Ollie Hayward and Erica Hawley were crowned the male and female champions in the Cambridge Beaches Bermuda Triathlon in Sandys, Somerset, today [October 27]. Hayward was the male winner in the Individual Sprint event, finishing in a time of 58min 04sec, with Jake Smith second in 1:04:27 and Kevin Ronaldson third in […]




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Photos/Video/360: Motocross Memorial Day Race

Some of the island’s top riders competed in the Bermuda Motocross Association’s Memorial Day Trophy Race at Southside Motocross Track today [Nov 11], with a lap of honour and minute’s silence held in memory of those who contributed to the sport. We will update with the results as able. Update: In the Expert class, Allan DeGraff […]




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BPS: Received Payment On Confiscation Order

[Updated - Officials now say it was part payment] The Bermuda Government received payment on the confiscation order made by the UK courts, the police said today in relation to the theft case which Jeffrey Bevan was convicted for his role in. A police spokesperson said, “In January 2011, Mr. Jeffrey Bevan, [a UK national], […]




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BPS: Day For Prevention Of Money Laundering

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 […]




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BPS On Investigations Into Money Laundering

“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 […]




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Photos & Video: Youth Library’s Zombie Walk

The Bermuda National Library’s [BNL] Teen Advisory Board held their Youth Library’s Zombie Walk yesterday [Oct 25], offering a thrilling community event filled with spooky fun, games, and treats. You can view all our coverage of Halloween over the years here, view Halloween photo galleries from over the years here. and view all our Halloween videos here on Bernews.TV. Related […]




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Photos & Video: Bermuda Gombey Festival

[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 […]




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Photo Set II: 2024 Bermuda Gombey Festival

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 […]




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Photos & Video: Princess Halloween Display

A hauntingly creative Halloween display, crafted by chef Ernie Ogalesco, is on display at the Hamilton Princess. Mr Ogalesco, known for his artistic flair and culinary expertise, first envisioned the display digitally, sketching out intricate designs on his computer before sharing them with the hotel’s executive chef and management for approval. The elaborate set-up was […]




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Gombey Festival A ‘Resounding Success’

“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, […]




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Circus International Shows To Be Held In Nov

Circus International announced their upcoming shows in Bermuda next month and said “audiences of all ages can look forward to a series of thrilling shows featuring high-flying daredevils, aerialists, acrobats, hilarious clowns, live music, intermission activities and much more.” A spokesperson said, “Circus International, a world-renowned entertainment extravaganza, is thrilled to announce its upcoming performances […]




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Video: Bermuda Halloween Virtual Art Gallery

Bernews’ latest virtual art gallery features a whimsical Halloween collection with Bermuda tree frogs donning witch hats, pumpkins scattered across eerie landscapes, and a spooky Halloween onion by the beach. Dive into this playful fusion of island life and Halloween spirit for a truly unique visual treat. Related Stories Video: Bermuda Halloween Virtual Art Gallery […]




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‘Rockin’ Around The City Tree’ Set For Nov 29

The City of Hamilton’s Christmas tree lighting is set for November 29 from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm, featuring photos with Santa and live entertainment. A spokesperson said, “As the holiday season approaches, the City of Hamilton invites everyone to gather at City Hall on November 29th from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm for the […]




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Photos & Video: Holiday Market In Paget

A Holiday Market event took place today [Nov 2] at St. Paul’s Church Hall in Paget, featuring a number of local vendors offering a wide variety of items for sale, including unique gifts, handcrafted items, and much more. A spokesperson previously said, “Come celebrate a delightful day of shopping and holiday cheer! Discover unique gifts, […]




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Photos: Portuguese 175th Anniversary Reception

President of the Azores José Manuel Bolieiro visited Bermuda to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the first arrival of Portuguese immigrants, and last night [Nov 2] a cocktail reception and dinner was held at the Grotto Bay Beach Resort. Those in attendance included Deputy Premier Walter Roban, Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson and Governor Rena Lalgie. […]