The Bank of Butterfield is launching Google Pay for its clients, “enabling them to add personal debit, credit cards and business debit cards to Google Wallet.” A spokesperson said, “Butterfield has collaborated to launch Google Pay for its clients, enabling them to add personal debit, credit cards and business debit cards to Google Wallet. “Google […]

HSBC announced the appointment of Gregory Garnier as CEO of HSBC Bank Bermuda Limited, effective September 23, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Gregory Garnier, joined HSBC 22 years ago in Mergers and Acquisitions in Paris and has led teams in France and the US in a wide range of Investment Banking and Global Banking roles. His most […]

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 […]

The Fishermen’s Association Bermuda has released a video to further respond to the Government, stating that the Steering Committee mostly consists of Government departments and said the Government has “inserted tokenism” to “give the impression that the fishing industry is fairly involved in the consultation and voting process.” Screenshot from the video statement released A […]

[Updated] The Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda [FAB] is presenting a petition to the Government today [Jan 13] noting that they are ”hardworking Bermudian fishermen who have to date tried to participate in the BOPP proceedings but due to the foreign oversight and predetermined outcomes have been overlooked and undervalued.” Update: The live broadcast has concluded […]

“Today, the 2023 lobster season begins, and while I understand and appreciate that in our culture, lobster dinners are a highly prized meal and an eagerly anticipated addition to restaurant menus during lobster season,” explained the Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban. “The extended period of below-average catch rates in the lobster fishery indicates a […]

The Government released a statement covering aspects including the marine exclusive economic zone, Fisherman’s Association Bermuda [FAB] and more. A Government spokesperson said, “While the Government appreciates that the Fisherman’s Association Bermuda [FAB] disagree with the commitment to fully protect twenty per cent of the island’s exclusive economic zone, developing a balanced and integrated marine […]

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] announced a “new online platform and mobile app designed to modernise fisheries data management in Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “This innovative system streamlines the licensing process, simplifies catch reporting for fishers, and ensures that relevant information is easily accessible to support scientific research and enforcement activities. […]

The 2024 Bermuda Gold Cup began in Hamilton Harbour, showcasing strong performances from defending champion Johnie Berntsson and Chris Poole. A spokesperson said, “The 2024 Bermuda Gold Cup kicked off in exhilarating 18-22 knot conditions in Hamilton Harbour, providing the ideal stage for the world’s top match racing teams to master the challenging International One […]

Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson led the Bermuda Gold Cup round robin stage with six wins, followed by USA’s Chris Poole and Australia’s Cole Tapper. A spokesperson said, “Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson, 2023 defending champion of the Bermuda Gold Cup and three-time winner of the event, completed the round robin stage of this year’s Bermuda Gold Cup event […]

Johnie Berntsson, Chris Poole, Nick Egnot-Johnson, and Eric Monnin advanced to the Bermuda Gold Cup semi-finals after winning their quarter-final matches. A spokesperson said, “The final four skippers advancing to the semi-final were decided on Day 3 of the Bermuda Gold Cup in Hamilton Harbour. Defending 2023 event winner Johnie Berntsson [SWE] joins Chris Poole […]

Veteran match racers Eric Monnin of Switzerland and Johnie Berntsson of Sweden are set to face off in the Bermuda Gold Cup final, ten years after their last Gold Cup final match-up. A spokesperson said, “Match racing veterans Eric Monnin from Switzerland [Capvis Swiss Match Racing Team] and Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson [Berntsson Sailing Team] will […]

Cornelia Baldock Frost of Sweden emerged victorious at the RenaissanceRe Invitational Junior Gold Cup, securing the championship title following a dominant performance in the final three races on the Great Sound. Baldock Frost showcased her exceptional sailing prowess, winning the first race of the day and following up with two second-place finishes. This impressive consistency […]

Johnie Berntsson won his fourth Bermuda Gold Cup, defending his title by defeating Switzerland’s Eric Monnin 2-1 in a tightly contested final marked by challenging wind conditions. A spokesperson said, “Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson and his Berntsson Sailing Team of Herman Andersson, Oscar Angervall and Björn Lundgren have won their fourth Bermuda Gold Cup, successfully defending […]

Bermudian author Neletha Butterfield will be signing copies of her latest book, “Good Vibes Only for the Soul” — a tribute to her late son — at The Book Mart on Friday [May 10] and W.J Boyles and Sons on Saturday [May 11]. Ms Butterfield said, “It was approximately three years ago I wrote and […]

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 […]

The novella Darien Shockra and The Bermuda Triangle – Part 1 by Bermudian author David Kneisler and Stefan Lukjanczuk has won the Literary Titan Gold Book Award. A spokesperson said, “Kinetikz Publishing is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated urban fantasy novel, “Darien Shockra and The Bermuda Triangle – Part 1,” written by David […]

Recently, the Government of Bermuda held its first Public Service Community Clean-up event in partnership with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. A Government spokesperson said, “Employee volunteers from various Government Ministries and Departments came together to clear approximately 6,680 pounds of litter and illegally dumped bulk waste from multiple sections of the railway trail and roadsides […]

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] are “partnering to develop the BCB’s sustainability goals.” A spokesperson said, “The BCB is Bermuda’s national sporting body for local and international cricket and KBB is one of Bermuda’s most established environmental charities whose impact reaches across Bermuda and beyond. “Both charities are working closely […]

Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] took part in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Junior Golf Clinic at Port Royal Golf Course, engaging 40 local students aged 5-14 with waste management education and emphasizing the significance of environmental stewardship. Keep Bermuda Beautiful said, “Things we love! Working with little people and teens is one of KBB’s most favorite […]

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 […]

Enstar Group Limited announced that its 35-day “go-shop” period ended without receiving any alternative acquisition proposals, as part of its $5.1 billion merger agreement with Sixth Street. A spokesperson said, “Enstar Group Limited Today announced the expiration of the 35-day “go-shop” period as provided in the previously announced definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which Sixth […]

AM Best affirmed Golden Tree Reinsurance Limited’s B++ [Good] Financial Strength Rating and “bbb” [Good] Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating, both with a stable outlook. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb” [Good] of Golden Tree Reinsurance […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard has set his sights on earning a pro card after a showstopping display at the recent Worldwide Royal Grand Prix Bermuda Regional at the Ruth Seaton James Centre in Devonshire. Goddard claimed the men’s physique open B class, the men’s physique overall and won the battle between the […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Jaydon Goddard has vowed to “own the stage” when he competes at the NPC Amateur Olympia in Orlando, Florida, tomorrow [November 1]. Goddard must finish in the overall top three in the men’s physique to win a coveted pro card, which will enable him to compete at professional shows for cash […]

Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made an outstanding showing at the 2023 Amateur Olympia in Orlando on November 1st, winning the Men’s Physique Open Class A, advancing to the final round, and earning an IFBB Pro Card. He competed in the Men’s Physique Open Class A and dominated, winning a gold medal. He moved on to the […]

Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made his professional debut at the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro earlier this month in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A spokesperson said, “Behind the Olympia and Arnold Classic Competitions, this is considered one of the largest and most prestigious professional bodybuilding competitions in the sport. “Goddard competed for the first time as a professional in […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made his professional debut at the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the weekend. Goddard, who gained his pro card at the Amateur Olympia Orlando in November last year, becoming the youngest Bermudian at 25 to earn the designation, competed in the men’s physique class in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

[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, […]

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 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 […]

On October 27, Bermuda will join the global community in celebrating World Occupational Therapy Day, recognizing the vital contributions of Occupational Therapists [OTs] who empower individuals to engage fully in daily life and promoting the 2024 theme, “Occupational Therapy for All.” A Government spokesperson said, “World Occupational Therapy Day will be celebrated on October 27th, […]

The Government has issued an RFP for rooftop solar for “approximately thirty Government owned buildings across Bermuda.” The notice said, “This Request for Proposals [RFP] is an invitation by the Government of Bermuda to prospective proponents to submit proposals for Government Solar Development Project, as further described in Section A of the Request for Proposal […]

Since the commissioning of two of the solar energy systems on Government buildings earlier this year, “it has produced 105,670 kilowatts of power resulting in approximately $42,000 worth of saving in electricity costs,” Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said, adding that “the overall project is on schedule and is set to be completed […]

In this year’s Budget, “$400,000 will be spent to complete the installation of solar panels on several government buildings,” the Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. The Government tweeted the graphic below, saying, “Capital funding will be allocated to installation of solar panels on several government buildings, to Forts & historical sites, continuance of […]

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 […]

The talented team from Bermuda’s Burnt House Productions is well known for their videos depicting extreme sports, but sometimes being on the scene with a camera in hand leads to unexpected results, as evidenced by the two most recently released videos from the group. Cliff jumping has long been a particular focus for Burnt House, […]

A car that was wrapped in plastic to help defend against Hurricane Gonzalo — with the photo of it becoming a hit on social media  – has come through the hurricane in picture perfect condition, with no scratches or debris. Bernews posted a photo of the car on social media just prior to Gonzalo’s arrival […]

“Honk if this morning’s ignorance got you vexed,” is the latest sign to grace East Broadway, with the sign visible on the road this evening, following after this morning’s protest which saw at least one protester holding a sign saying “honk if you support us.” The sign on East Broadway follows after the protest this […]

The St. George’s Club Hotel will support a United Kingdom charity golf tournament organized by Rosemary Lockwood, the Lady Captain of Wollaton Park Golf Club in England. A spokesperson said, “The St. George’s Club Hotel has agreed to support a UK charity golf tournament being organized by a long-time Bermuda visitor Rosemary Lockwood, Lady Captain […]

Bermuda golfers continued competing in the Myrtle Beach World Am, with the fourth day of competition taking place. Ann Symonds and Melinda Frith are playing in senior women [60 & above] division flight 57. Symonds finished T14th after a final net round of 82, to finish with a score of 317, while Frith finished 27th after […]

Tickets for the 2024 Butterfield Bermuda Championship are now available for purchase through the official tournament website with early-bird discounts available until 1 November. A spokesperson said, “Daily general admission tickets can be purchased online for just $35 per day. These tickets provide access to an even better family zone, the Coca Cola Fan Oasis, and, […]

The final round of the 2024 Goslings Moongate Tour Season will take place at the Port Royal Golf Course. There are interesting match-ups with the likes of Dwayne Pearman fresh off his Moonlight Tour performance paired with former professional Eric West and Jevon Roberts teeing off at 1:10 pm. Leading things off at 1:00 pm […]

Oliver Betschart won the final round of the Gosling’s Moongate Tour at the Port Royal Golf Course after carding a 1-under par 70. Quinton Sherlock Jr, was second after shooting a 2-over 72, while Arriek Douglas who recently played on the Moonlight tour in Florida, along with Eric West, and Jarryd Dillas all finished T3rd […]

Two of Bermuda’s golf courses – Mid Ocean Club and Port Royal Golf Course – have been ranked among the top in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central American region. A spokesperson said, “Two of Bermuda golf courses are rated among the top golf courses in the Caribbean, Mexico and Central American region. For a 20 […]