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Photos: Whales Breach During Ocean Vet Outing

One of Bernews photographers had the opportunity to tag along with the Ocean Vet team of Dr. Neil Burnie and Choy Aming, getting the chance to see a variety of ocean life in action as the cameras rolled for the production of the 12-part television series. The team has been leaving Flatts inlet on a […]




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Video: “Dancing Humpbacks” In Bermuda Waters

Local whale researcher Andrew Stevenson recently captured two humpback whales in their natural environment in Bermuda’s waters, with the video below showing their graceful and languid movement. The YouTube description from Mr. Stevenson said, “Every once in a while I have a close encounter with humpbacks. These encounters are always on the whales’ terms. They […]




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ACE Gallery To Host “Dancing With Whales”

The ACE Gallery will be hosting ‘Dancing with Whales’, an exhibition of black and white photography by Andrew Stevenson. The opening reception will take place on Thursday [Sept 25] from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. A spokesperson said, “The underwater photographs were taken in March 2014 of two ‘dancing’ humpback whales as they engaged in typical courtship […]




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Stevenson: Boat Strikes Threatening Humpbacks

Photographs recently captured in the Challenger Banks area offer a stark reminder of the perils that whales can face in the ocean, with the whale spotted harbouring a slash across its back that whale researcher Andrew Stevenson said appears to have been caused by the prop of a small boat, lopping off its dorsal fin. Mr Stevenson […]




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‘The Secret Lives Of Humpback Whales’ Lecture

This coming Thursday, Andrew Stevenson will reveal some of his aerial footage in the making of the upcoming sequel to his ‘Where the Whales Sing’. The event promotion said, “Andrew Stevenson will reveal some of his aerial footage in the making of the upcoming sequel to his award-winning film ‘Where the Whales Sing’. “His aerial […]




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First Humpback Whale Of 2024 Identified

The WhalesBermuda team has made the first identification of a humpback whale in 2024, with the sighting of a whale that had previously been seen in 2016. Andrew Stevenson said, “Saturday was finally a calm but overcast, chilly winter day. We spent ten hours on the water and found and identified one whale, a whale […]




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BUEI Talks To Host Humpback Whales Exhibit

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announced the opening of a new exhibit entitled, ‘Majestic Migrations: A Look into The Humpback Whales of Bermuda’, located in the Ocean Discovery Centre at BUEI. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is excited to announce the opening of a new exhibit entitled, ‘Majestic Migrations: A […]




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Bermuda Face Brazil In Final Pool Match

The Bermuda women’s national hockey team face Brazil in a must-win match in the Women’s Pan American Challenge at the National Sports Centre today [September 27]. Coach Kovin Moodley’s side have one point from three games heading into their final round-robin pool game and need to beat Brazil to stand a chance of playing Guyana […]




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Minister: Mangrove Cutting Was ‘Unacceptable’

“The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is “currently investigating a major incident on the property of an exclusive private club, which has significantly impacted a large stand of protected mangroves,” Minister Walter Roban said, adding that a group of healthy mature red mangroves “which were 30-40 foot high, were cut to 4 foot stumps.” “Mangroves also […]




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“Practical Guide To Garden Management”

The Bermuda Zoological Society announced the release of a new guide, “A Practical Guide to Garden Management in Bermuda.” The Bermuda Zoo Society said, “A new guide that distills David Wingate’s decades of knowledge about Bermuda’s native and endemic plants will be available at the annual Agricultural Exhibition, as well as from the Bermuda Aquarium, […]




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Photos & Results: Bermuda Motocross Racing

The Bermuda Motocross Season continued at the Southside Motor Sports Park. Zico Majors won the Expert Class, while Aaron Cannonier claimed the victory in the Over 30’s Class, and Jazuri Easton-Thompson won the Novice Class. Jazuri Easton-Thompson claimed the victory in the Super mini Class, Cassidy Spencer-Furbert won the PeeWee Class, while Tinho Tucker-Wall won the 50cc Class. […]




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Cornerstone Acquires Controlling Interest In CGL

Clarien Bank Limited announced that, pending regulatory approvals, Cornerstone Financial Holdings Ltd or its nominee, will acquire a controlling interest in Clarien Group Limited [CGL]. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank Limited [the Bank /Clarien], a leading financial institution on the Island, is pleased to announce that, pending regulatory approvals, Cornerstone Financial Holdings Ltd [Cornerstone] or […]




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Clarien’s Summer Interns Make Notable Impact

Clarien’s new interns, Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene, made a “significant impact” this summer with their fresh ideas, the company said. A spokesperson said, “As we embrace the final weeks of summer, Clarien is proud to introduce our latest team members—interns Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene—who have spent the past few weeks […]




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Bermuda Defeat Guatemala In Davis Cup Action

The Americas Group III of the Davis Cup moved into day three of the tournament in Paraguay. Bermuda is in pool B which features Bermuda alongside Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Guatemala. A day after their bye, Bermuda took on Guatemala edging them 2 – 1. Trey Mallory would take to the court for […]




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Bermuda Defeats Jamaica In Davis Cup Action

The Americas Group III of the Davis Cup moved into day four of the tournament in Paraguay, with Bermuda picking up a major win over Jamaica. In the opening match, Daniel Phillips defeated John Chin in three sets. Phillips won the first set 6-.1 and the second set saw Chin win 6-0. It came down […]




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Tariq Simons Named MTM Academy Director

Manders Tennis Management (MTM) has announced the appointment of Tariq Simons as the new academy director at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. The appointment marks a new chapter in Simons’ career and the continued growth of MTM. As academy director, Simons will oversee the development of junior and adult programmes, ensuring that the values and […]




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Jordan-Whitter Named Coach At New England

Jovan Jordan-Whitter has been appointed as the head coach of the future men’s and women’s tennis teams at the University of New England, which will begin varsity competition in the 2025-26 academic year. Heather Davis, the University of New England director of athletics, said: “After a comprehensive national search, we are so pleased to have […]




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BLTA Back To School Tournament Underway

The BLTA 2024 Back to School Tournament got underway at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. In boy’s 18 singles action, number one seed Zachary Mcguire defeated Tobiah Goodchild 7-6, 6-4, while Terceira Lee won her girls 14 singles match in straight sets over Arianna Parra Delgado 6-1, 7-5. Boy’s 18 Singles 7 6 Zachary Mcguire […]




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BLTA Back To School Tournament Continues

The BLTA 2024 back to school tournament continued at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. A total of fourteen different players took to the courts for day two of the tournament. Tobiah Goodchild set up a boy’s 16 singles final against Zachary Mcguire after defeating Cyre Trott in their semi-final 6-4, 6-0. Mcguire defeated Jadon Spriggs in […]




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BLTA Back To School Tournament Resumes

Following several days of weather cancellations, the BLTA back to school tennis tournament resumed at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. Hasan Khan was crowned the boy’s 14 singles champion after he defeated Manuel Maldonado in their final in straight sets 6-1, 7-5. Chloe Mcbrearty won back to back girls 12 singles matches, she first defeated […]




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Coaches Attend ITF Caribbean Conference

The ITF 2024 Caribbean Regional Coaches Conference commenced on Friday at the National Racquet Center in Tacarigua, with Kayla Cross, Steve Bean, Brent Smith, and Evan Heyliger in attendance. The event — being staged in Trinidad for the third time — runs until Sunday. The conference brings together 80 coaches from across the Caribbean, including 40 […]




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Phillips Wins Matches In Newport Beach

Daniel Phillips recently competed in the Newport Beach men tennis tournament. Phillips is in group C in Newport Beach, California. In his opener, Phillips needed three sets to advance, defeating Adam Jones from Great Britain 7-6, 5-7, 6-3. Phillips then took on Conrad Brown from USA, defeating him in straight sets 7-5, 6-0. Related Stories […]




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Photos: Pacers School Relay Classic Event

On May 3, the Bermuda Pacers Track Club organized the 15th Annual Schools Relay Classic at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium, featuring many of the island’s top young runners. You can view photos below and the full results here. Related Stories Photos: National Track & Field Championships Photos & Results: World Athletics Day Meet […]




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Photos: Athletes Arrive For Bermuda Day Race

Athletes from across Bermuda arrived in Somerset early this morning [May 24] for the Bermuda Day Race, with many traveling to the West End via ferry. For our live updates of ongoing Bermuda Day events, click here, and for all of our coverage of Bermuda Day over the years, click here. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day […]




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Photos: 2024 Bermuda Day Running Races

Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsey won Friday’s [May 24] Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, with both crossing the line in front of a large and enthusiastic crowd, and today’s festivities also included a youth and senior races. You can view all our ongoing live updates by clicking here and all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here. […]




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Jessica Lewis Ready To Race In Paris

Jessica Lewis will look to continue her fine form when she races at the WPA Paris Grand Prix as she builds towards the Paralympic Games in the French capital this summer. Lewis competes in the T53 100 metres tomorrow [June 13] at 7.05 am and the T53 400 on Friday at 12.06 pm. The Bermudian […]




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Jessica Lewis Places Second In 400 Metres

Jessica Lewis finished second in the T53 400 metres at the WPA Paris Grand Prix in the French capital today [June 14]. Lewis clocked a personal best time of 58.00sec to finish behind Catherine Debrunner, of Switzerland, in 49.43. Anita Scherrer, of Switzerland, came third in 1:04.92. Lewis, who finished second in the T53 100 […]




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2024 Dash At Dusk Youth Race Results

The Dash at Dusk Youth races took place at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center, with Kailee Raynor, Cruz Burgess, Diamond Morris, Matteo Bortoli, Eli Oduntan, Freya Dunkle, Elena Bortoli, and David Todd all winning their age groups The full 2024 Dash at Dusk Results follows below [PDF here]: Related […]




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Video: Minors Finishes 7th In Montreal Track Meet

Dage Minors took part in the La Classique d’Athletisme de Montreal 2024 International track meet. Minors — who is the first Bermudian to break the 4-minute mile — finished in 7th place. Related Stories Video: Sports Center Track Re-Opened Video: Usain Bolt Interacting With Students National Stadium Track Gets A Power Wash Video: Dage Minors, […]




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Jessica Lewis Competes In Canadian Track Trials

Jessica Lewis was back in action competing in the Canadian track and field Olympic trials. She finished second competing in the women’s 400m finals clocking a time of 1:04.78, Nandini Sharma, a T54 competitor, won the race with a time of 1:02.03. Earlier in the day, competing in the women 400m preliminaries, Lewis won heat […]




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Pacers Track Club To Compete In Canada

This weekend the Bermuda Pacers Track Club will continue to promote their track club overseas as they compete at the 2024 Flying Angels International Track and Field Championships the event which will be held on Friday July 5th, Saturday, July 6th and Sunday July 7th is hosted by the Flying Angels Track & Field Academy […]




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Pacers Win Four Medals On First Day In Toronto

Members of the Bermuda Pacers Track Club began competing in the 2024 Flying Angels International Track and Field Championships at the Toronto Track and Field Center, making an excellent showing to win four medals on the first day. Ronan Davidge won the under 13 boys 2000 meter run clocking a time of 6:42.02. Riana Robinson finished […]




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Cameron Adkins Achieves Personal Best Time

Bermudian runner Cameron Adkins achieved a personal best time at the Eye-Opener Cross Country Meet in Spartanburg, South Carolina, helping his Christ School team to a sixth-place finish. Adkins crossed the line in 16:37.90, securing 53rd place in a competitive field within the international boys division. Christ School, with a total of 255 points, finished […]




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De Medeiros Competes In 8-Kay Marauder Race

Liana De Medeiros and her University of Toronto Varsity Blues women’s cross country teammates finished seventh at the 8-Kay Marauder Invitational at Kay Drage Park in Hamilton, Ontario. Julia Agostinelli led the way with a 5th place finish with a time of 28:57. De Medeiros crossed the line in 31st place clocking 31:02. Related Stories […]




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Bermuda To Face Cayman Islands In Test Match

The Bermuda Men’s National XVs team is set to clash with the Cayman Islands in an electrifying World Rugby International Test Match. A spokesperson said, “Scheduled for 5:00 PM ADT on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at North Field, National Sports Centre, this game not only promises to showcase top-tier rugby action but also marks the […]




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Rugby: Police, Teachers & Renegades Win

Rugby action returned to the National Sports Center, with women’s and men’s division action taking place. Women Division Police 22 Renegades 0 In the opener Police shutout the Renegades 22 – 0, the Police got single tries from Anna Hutchinson, Maegan Stecko, Akila Craig, and Olivia Smart, while Hutchinson added a conversion. Teachers 49 Amazons […]




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NSC North Walking Track Closed For Classic

The North Field walking track at the National Sports Centre will be closed from October 29 to November 14 for World Rugby Classic preparations. A spokesperson said, “The North Field walking track at the National Sports Centre will be closed from tomorrow, Tuesday 29 October 2024 to Thursday 14 November 2024, as it north field […]




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Gavin’s Butter Spreading Across The Island

[Written by Stephen Wright] Gavin Carter, a self-confessed foodie, always struggled to find a brand of butter to tantalise his taste buds. Having grown up watching and learning from his mother, Marie Carter, he knew his way around the kitchen and decided to create his own recipe. For several years, Mr Carter enjoyed his culinary […]




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Review: De Island Shack On Somerset Road

[Written by Dale Butler] During my visit two weeks ago to interview Barbara [nee Bassett] Dillas at the bus stop in front of the former Arnold’s Supermarket in Somerset about her memorial to Somerset businesses, as I looked across the road, I observed a constant stream of people going to the window of De Island […]




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Achilles Restaurant Opens In St George’s

The Minister of Tourism, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell officially opened the new Achilles restaurant in St. George’s. A spokesperson said, “The Minister of Tourism, Culture & Sport, the Honourable Owen Darrell recently officially opened the new and iconic Achilles restaurant overlooking the stunning Achilles Bay adjacent to Fort St. Catherine. The development of the […]




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Premier Welcomes Reopening Of Barracuda Grill

Barracuda Grill re-opened yesterday [June 24] after several months of refurbishments and renovations. A Government spokesperson said, “After several months of refurbishments and renovations, Barracuda Grill formally reopened with a ribbon cutting ceremony yesterday [June 24], and the Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, a former bartender, was on hand for the Hamilton […]




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Photos: BAC Junior Fishing Tournament

The Bermuda Anglers Club Junior Fishing Tournament was held today [Aug 13] with prizes up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the shore or from a boat. Tournament Director Kip Froud previously commented, “We are very fortunate to have a great group of sponsors for the Junior Fishing […]




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Friths Win Kacy Simons Memorial Comet Regatta

The comet class moved to the waters of the Mid Atlantic Sailboat Club, with seven boats going to the startline for the Kacy Simons Memorial Regatta. Allan Frith and his crew Sarah Frith won the first three races, they finished 2nd in the final race, sailors are allowed to throw out a race so the […]




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Aspen Sponsors Women’s Match Racing Regatta

The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club and World Match Racing Tour today announced re-insurer Aspen as title sponsor of the new Aspen Bermuda Women’s Match Racing Regatta to take place alongside the 71st Bermuda Gold Cup from 29 October to 3 November in Hamilton Harbour. A spokesperson said, “It is the first time that Bermuda will […]




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Curtis & Tucker Win Hendrickson Memorial Race

Maxwell Curtis and Wesley Tucker are the 2024 Lawrence Stickers Hendrickson Memorial comet race regatta champions following racing off the Mid Atlantic Sailboat Club. Curtis and Tucker won all three races on the day to finish with 3 points, with Dale Brangman and his crew Mikki Brangman finishing second with 6 points, and Gladwin Lambert […]




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Comet Sailors Racing In Maryland Regatta

Bermudian sailors are competing at the Annual Internationals Comet Sailing Regatta at the Corsica River Yacht Club in Maryland this weekend. Six local sailors and their crew are taking part in the competition, which started yesterday [Oct 11] and finishes tomorrow [Oct 13]. The sailors in action are Rudy Bailey and his crew George Bailey, […]




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Spirit Will Be ‘Less Active For Coming Year’

Spirit of Bermuda has received its safety certification however “due to financial constraints” it “will be less active for the coming year” and “if a clear and sustainable path cannot be found, then selling Spirit will likely have to be considered,” the Bermuda Sloop Foundation said today. A spokesperson said, “After 10 weeks in Lunenburg […]




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Column: Myron Publishes On Financial Literacy

[Written by Martha Harris Myron] It has been my long-term experience in my former Bermudian/international professional finance practice working with our community that still, there is little correlated, current, easy-to-understand financial information specifically focused on our uniquely sophisticated Bermuda economic environment. Bermuda’s First Financial Literacy Primer was written by me for you, all Bermuda islanders […]




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Please Keep Elbow Beach Clean On Christmas

“Everyone is encouraged to “act responsibly and remember to reduce, reuse and recycle to help minimise the amount of waste generated by this event” at the Christmas Day celebrations at Elbow Beach. A spokesperson said, “Christmas Day at Elbow Beach, which is organized by the community, has become a family-friendly tradition for many locals, expats […]




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Ocorian Organizes Beach Clean-Up With KBB

Ocorian held a beach clean-up event in collaboration with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. A spokesperson said, “Ocorian, a leading global provider of financial services, once again demonstrated its commitment to environmental stewardship by organizing a successful beach clean-up event in collaboration with the esteemed charity, Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB]. “The event saw a dedicated team […]