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IMPERIAL TRIUMPHANT Streams "Hotel Sphinx", Announces New Album Goldstar

As strange and unnerving as they've ever been.





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SAVAGE LANDS (MEGADETH) Recruits ARCH ENEMY, SEPULTURA, OBITUARY & More Members For Debut Album

Dirk Verbeuren and Sylvain Demercastel, out here doing good in the world




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EP Review: MAMMOTH GRINDER Undying Spectral Resonance

"The only disappointing thing about the release is that it's only an EP. The band does such a fantastic job here that it leaves me wanting more."






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Colorado high school football playoffs: Chalk, toss-ups and upset alerts in the second weekend of postseason play

Upsets happen all the time in prep football. But in regards to these matchups, we’ll go with “highly unlikely” the underdog wins.




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Merino High puts dynasty on line at state volleyball tournament

No team has bumped, set, and spiked in recent years with more authority than Class 1A Merino.





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Haaland and Stone-Manning: Conservation is equal to the many other uses of our public lands

The BLM Public Lands Rule recognizes that conservation is equal to other uses of our public lands.




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UCHealth to pay $23 million to settle federal lawsuit over billing fraud allegations

UCHealth will pay $23 million to settle a federal lawsuit alleging the hospital system fraudulently coded emergency room visits submitted to Medicare and the military health insurance program TRICARE.




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The Oak Ridge Boys' Joe Bonsall's Final Book Now Available

The Oak Ridge Boys member Joe Bonsall's latest and final book 'I See Myself: Musings and Memories of a Blessed Life' is available




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Jason Owen Give 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' A Country Makeover

Jason Owen returns with his country rock version of the classic just in time for your Christmas playlists




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Falling In Reverse Cancel 3 The Popular Monstour II: World Domination Dates

Falling In Reverse have announced that they have been forced to cancel three of their upcoming shows




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Long-Lost Badfinger Album 'Head First' To See The Light Of Day

Badfinger is proud to unveil the forthcoming release of their long-lost album 'Head First' scheduled for 2024




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Rival Sons Preview 'A Pair Of Aces: Live From Santa Catalina Island'

So Cal rockers Rival Sons have announced that they will be releasing their 2021 performance from Catalina Island




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The Metallica Report Podcast Features Jerry Cantrell In New Episode

Metallica have announced that Alice In Chains star Jerry Cantrell is the special featured guest on this week's episode




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The Who's Roger Daltrey Announces Alive and Kicking and Having Fun! Tour

The Who's iconic frontman Roger Daltrey has announced that he will be launching a UK solo tour next spring






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Avalanche’s “Big Three” helps grind out another win against against the Kings

The Colorado Avalanche got dragged into a defensive slog Wednesday night with the Los Angeles Kings, but having more world-class players than the other team works in those types of contests, too.




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Liberty Mutual Bermuda Triathlon Event

The Liberty Mutual Bermuda Triathlon was held this past weekend. A spokesperson said, “The Liberty Mutual Bermuda Triathlon took place last Sunday, June 30th, and saw an impressive turnout. Despite the challenging heat, the athletes showed tremendous determination and gave it their all. “A heartfelt thank you to all the LM Bermuda volunteers who played […]




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Video: Hawley And Smith On Final Preparations

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda triathletes Erica Hawley and Tyler Smith have been putting the finishing touches to their preparations in a “chilled environment” in the picturesque suburb of Poissy – about 40 minutes from the centre of Paris. The pair, who are making their Olympic debuts, were today [July 25] joined at their hotel […]




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Duffy On Olympic Goals, Legacy & More

Dame Flora Duffy – speaking to award-winning Bermudian journalist Glenn Jones – has talked about her goals heading into her fifth Olympic Games in Paris, her emotional return to action after a career-threatening injury, and her dreams for her sports-funding programme. Duffy will defend the gold medal she won at the rescheduled Tokyo Games in […]




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Men’s Triathlon Postponed Due To Water Quality

[Updated] If you were planning to get up at 3:00am to watch Tyler Smith compete today [Tuesday, July 30], cancel your alarm clock as the men’s triathlon has been postponed due to the poor water quality - and it is now scheduled to take place on Wednesday July 31st. A few hours before the race was […]




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Triathletes Win Eight Medals At Carifta Games

The Bermuda triathlon team made an outstanding showing at the 2024 Carifta Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships in Barbados, winning eight medals on the first day. A spokesperson said, “On the first day of competition, the Bermuda triathlon team put in some outstanding performances at the 2024 Carifta Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships held in Barbados. Both Sanchez Smith and Naomi MacGuinness […]




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Patty Petty Reflects On Paralympic Triathlon

[Written by Stephen Wright] Patty Petty has reflected on her experience as a technical official for World Triathlon at the Paralympic Games in Paris. Patty, a founding member of the Bermuda Triathlon Association [BTA] in 1981, has attended three Olympic Games as an official for the sport’s international governing body [Beijing 2008, London 2012 and […]




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Video: Vanessa James & Akim Aliu Perform

During the third week of the Battle of the Blades event — being held in Canada by the CBC  — Vanessa James and Akim Aliu were among those saved from elimination. This is according to a story in the CBC, which said, “In a surprise twist on Week 3 of Battle of the Blades, Vanessa James, […]




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Video: Vanessa James & Akim Aliu Perform

During the fourth week of the Battle Of The Blades event — being held in Canada by the CBC — Vanessa James and Akim Aliu “scored highest in the Skate Off with a 17.4, keeping them safe for another week.” A CBC story said, “After an intense competition on Week 4 of Battle of the […]




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James & Aliu Finish 4th In Battle Of The Blades

Vanessa James and her partner Akim Aliu finished fourth in the ‘Battle of the Blades’ event in Canada, earning $25,000 for The Time To Dream Foundation, which aims to make youth sports, including the game of hockey, more diverse, inclusive, affordable and accessible to all. A statement from CBC said, “In the nail-biting Season 6 […]




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Photos: Vanessa James, Aliu In Battle Of Blades

Bermudian/French figure skater Vanessa James and her partner Akim Aliu joined Season Six of the Battle of the Blades, an event in Canada hosted by CBC. The duo finished fourth earning $25,000 for The Time To Dream Foundation, which aims to make youth sports, including the game of hockey, more diverse, inclusive, affordable, and accessible […]




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IOC Approve James’ Change Of Nationality

The International Olympic Committee has approved the change of nationality for figure skater Vanessa James, with James now be able to compete for Canada at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games. The report on the Inside The Games website said, “James will be eligible to represent Canada at the Games with her new skating partner, […]




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James Named To Canada Skating National Team

Skate Canada announced the 2021-22 National Team, which consists of 24 members — including three men, three women, four pair teams, and five ice dance teams — with Vanessa James and Eric Radford named as members of the Pairs Team To be named to the National Team, a skater must finish in the top three […]




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James, Radford In 4th At National Championships

The 2022 Canadian Tire National Figure Skating Championships got underway without fans at TD Place due to the current Covid-19 restrictions in Ontario. Vanessa James and Eric Radford took to the ring for the Short Program, and finished that portion in 4th place with 63.33 points. Kirsten Moore-Towers and Michael Marinaro, are on track for […]




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James & Radford Win Bronze Medal At ISU

Vanessa James and Eric Radford won a bronze medal at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships. The Skate Canada website said, “Canadians Vanessa James and Eric Radford concluded their first season together with a bronze medal in pairs on Thursday at the ISU World Figure Skating Championships. “Alexa Knierim and Brandon Frazier of the U.S. […]




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Vanessa James Reaches Dancing On Ice Final

[Written by Stephen Wright] Vanessa James has reached the final of Dancing on Ice on British television along with her partner Greg Rutherford, the former Olympic long jumper. James, who is no stranger to reality TV, having previously appeared on Battle of the Blades – a Canadian figure skating competition, will compete in the final […]




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Power Boat Association Annual General Meeting

The Bermuda Power Boat Association [BPBA] held its Annual General Meeting yesterday evening [Jan 18]. A spokesperson said, “The following were voted back in as Executive Committee Robert Cardwell – Commodore [returned] David Selley – Deputy Commodore [returned] Andrew Cottingham – Rear Commodore [returned] Janae Nesbitt – Secretary [returned] Richard Davidge – Treasurer [returned] “The […]




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Video: Bermuda Boating Virtual Photo Gallery

Step on board for a virtual journey, with a photo gallery featuring the many boats that navigate Bermuda’s beautiful waters. This 20-minute virtual show from Bernews is relaxing and scenic; showcasing sailboats, cruise ships, yachts, superyachts, speedboats and more, set to soft music and the sounds of the sea. With its calming visuals and sounds, […]




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Mykkal’s Book Celebrates History Of Motocross

[Written by Stephen Wright] Ras Mykkal has described his latest book, Celebrating 50 Years of Motocross in Bermuda, as a labour of love and said motocross set him on his path as one of the island’s top sports photographers. The book, launched at Brown & Co on Thursday, features interviews with some of the sport’s […]




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Minister Burch & Audubon Society On Proposal

Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch and the Bermuda Audubon Society both released statements regarding the communication surrounding the proposal for a motocross event at Coney Island. Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch Statement Minister Burch said, “In accordance with Section 10[1] of the Bermuda National Parks Act 1986, the National Parks Commission was invited to consider […]




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Motocross Memorial Day Race On Monday

The island’s top riders will compete in the Bermuda Motocross Association [BMA] Memorial Day Trophy Race at the Southside Motocross Track in St David’s on Monday [November 11]. The annual event will remember those who contributed to the sport locally and internationally, with all competing riders participating in a lap of honour and minute’s silence […]




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Educational Launch Of BEA Programme

Muuvment, a social impact platform based in Bermuda, in partnership with the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Department of Education and the Ministry of Education, is announced the educational launch of the Bermuda Environmental Action [BEA] programme. A spokesperson said, “The BEA programme is designed to increase understanding of environmental issues and inspire the community […]




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Wallpaper Wednesday: Waters At Sunset

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features stunning Bermuda waters shimmering with colours at sunset. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, as well as social media cover graphics, visit BermudaCovers.com, and if you would like to request a specific Bermuda-related phone wallpaper design, please feel free to email us at support@bernews.com. […]




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Convergence To Feature Schlosser Science Talk

ILS Bermuda added a science-focused session to Convergence 2024, developed with BIOS and ASU, featuring an address by Peter Schlosser and panels on science and innovation in the ILS industry. A spokesperson said, “ILS Bermuda is excited to announce the addition of a special afternoon of innovative science-focused content to its Convergence 2024 agenda. Scheduled […]




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Argus Releases 3rd Annual Sustainability Report

The Argus Group has released its third annual Sustainability Report, “charting meaningful progress in addressing challenges including climate change and social equity.” A spokesperson said, “The focus is on how Argus is living its purpose to be “a powerful force for sustainable wellbeing” by embedding enterprise-wide, material changes that benefit their people and the planet. “Featured […]




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BMA Hosts Third Annual Community Day

On October 3, the Bermuda Monetary Authority hosted its third annual Community Day, with over 200 staff volunteering for five charities in activities such as gardening and beach cleanup. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] participated in its third annual Community Day event on Thursday, 3 October. This employee-led initiative unites […]




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Column: Horner On Global Boundaries & More

[Column written by Patrice Horner] The earth has entered the Anthropocene Age, where humans have impacted all parts of planet and exceeded the global boundaries of what can support biodiversity and the climate. This year’s ILS Convergence Conference in Bermuda last week brought a battery of climate and insurance expertise to the island. Bermuda is […]




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BEST Presenting Free Environmental Lecture

BEST is getting set to present a free lecture by Rachel Parsons on the topic of ‘Microbial Oceanography, Microbiomes, and Microplastics’ at Bermuda College on October 31. A spokesperson said, “The community is invited to attend this free lecture on Thursday, October 31 to learn about the fascinating role of microbiomes, the first forms of […]




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2023 Environmental Statistics Compendium

Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the 2023 Environmental Statistics Compendium from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “The Compendium is structured into thirteen sections and contains brief analyses, tables, and graphs for each section. More than 40 statistical tables provide a wealth of data about Bermuda’s environmental conditions. This publication […]




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Global Atlantic Awards $75K Grant To BioQuest

Global Atlantic awarded BioQuest a $75,000 grant to support biodiversity conservation in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Global Atlantic Financial Group [Global Atlantic], a leading insurance provider meeting the retirement and life insurance needs of individuals and institutions, today announced that it has awarded a $75,000 grant to BioQuest, a philanthropic NGO focused on biodiversity conservation […]