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Video: Wells Trains With Burnley Football Club

Following his return to Burnley after the club recalled him from his loan to Queens Park Rangers [QPR], Bermudian footballer Nahki Wells was filmed taking part in the club’s training, with the club posting the video on YouTube today. A statement from Burnley following the recall said, “Nahki Wells has returned to Turf Moor after […]

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Tiffany Dawson Earns WBFF Pro Card

[Written by Don Burgess] Life couldn’t get much better for Tiffany Dawson. This past weekend she won a World Beauty, Fitness, and Fashion [WBFF] competition in Dallas, Texas on Saturday and earned her pro card. Next month she will compete in the world championships, and in September she will marry the love of her life. Ms […]

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Sabrina Burgess Earns IFBB Pro Card

[Written by Don Burgess] Sabrina Burgess can count herself among the world’s best after winning the Masters Over 50 Figure competition at the 2019 North American Championships. She also earned her pro card by placing first at the event held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on August 29th. Ms Burgess, who trains with Carmichael Bryan at Positive […]

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Governor Visits New Covid-19 Testing Centre

[Updated with video] Yesterday, Governor John Rankin and Deputy Governor Alison Crocket visited the newly launched testing centre for essential workers at Southside, St David’s. While there they observed the process – while maintaining social distancing – and thanked all of the staff for their critical work. Governor Rankin said, “I visited the testing centre […]

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Video: Bernews Covid-19 Discussion Episode 2

The impact of the pandemic on business and tourism, last night’s press conference, and what role the banks can play in assisting our economic situation were among the topics discussed during Bernews’ second episode in a special series about the Covid-19 pandemic, which is hosted by Eron Hill and Ryan Robinson Perinchief, with business owner Mr. […]

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Video: Bernews Covid-19 Discussion Episode 3

Dr. Henry Dowling and Dr. Ronda James joined hosts Eron Hill and Ryan Robinson Perinchief for Bernews’ third episode in a special series about the Covid-19 pandemic, with today’s broadcast marking the first live iteration of the series. The series will continue every Tuesday and Thursday, and will be streaming on Bernews Facebook page, YouTube channel […]

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Government Confirm Seventh Covid-19 Death

The Government has confirmed that Bermuda has experienced another Covid-19-related death today, taking the total number of Covid-19 related deaths to seven. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is saddened to confirm that, regrettably, Bermuda has experienced another COVID-19-related death today. This now takes the total number of COVID-19 deaths to seven. The Minister […]

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Terceira Back In International Action In Belgium

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira took to the center ring on the third day of the Horseman Elite International Horse Jumping Event in Belgium. Riding Escalada, Terceira finished 67th in the 1.40m CSI3* in 2 Phases – 1st Phase Table A – 2nd Phase Table C Class, the pair clocked a time of 56.54, but they […]

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Photos & Video: Spittal Pond Turns Pink

In addition to our pink sand and pink sports uniforms, we also currently have a pink pond, with the Spittal Pond Nature Reserve in Smiths having turned pink due to a “seasonal plankton bloom.” The Department of Environment and Natural Resources explained that the “intense pink colour of the water in Spittal Pond is due […]

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Apply For BILTIR Summer Intern Programme

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] is inviting local students to apply for a 10 week summer internship with a member company. BILTIR, which represents the island’s long-term insurers and reinsurers who provide life and annuity products, hopes the internship programme “will create a pipeline of local life insurance professionals, and that eventually […]

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Government Supports 2020 Superbike Race

The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association [BMRA] has announced that the Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of Tourism and Transport, has given its support for its annual superbike road race. A spokesperson said, “We are pleased to announce that the Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of Tourism and Transport, has given its support for […]

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Golf Tournament To Support BMRA Youth Racers

Young racers from the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association are holding a golf tournament fundraiser to help raise money for them to participate in a race training camp in England in March. The BMRA Spark Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 8 at Ocean View Golf Course in Devonshire. The friendly tournament is open […]

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Court: Pernell Brangman Guilty Of Sex Offences

A Supreme Court jury unanimously found Pernell Brangman guilty of sexual offenses against a young girl in the late 1990s. Brangman, who is in his early 50s, was found guilty on all three counts of sexual exploitation and having unlawful carnal knowledge of a 10-year-old girl between 1997 and 1998, ZBM has reported. Screenshot courtesy […]

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BTA: Fishing Event Hooks Return For Bermuda

A summer fishing tournament “pumped an estimated $4.6 million into the local economy and attracted 475 visitors to the island in 2017,” according to the Bermuda Tourism Authority. “The Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Championship is a collection of three fishing tournaments in early July: Bermuda Billfish Blast, Bermuda Big Game Classic and Sea Horse Angler’s […]

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Light Tackle Tournament Set For June 23 & 24

Bermuda’s International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT] is set to see its 51st iteration take place on June 23 and June 24. A spokesperson said, “In 2018 we’ll have a slightly modified format and two cornerstone sponsors, International Financial Planning and Crisson Jewellers. “This year the ILTT will be fished over two days on the weekend […]

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Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On August 19

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 19] and is open to any boys and girls under the age of 17. It is free to enter and fishing starts at 8.30am. Prizes are up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the […]

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Photos & Video: Jr. Fishing Tournament Weigh-In

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Anglers Club Junior Fishing Tournament is being held this afternoon [Aug 19] with prizes up for grabs in several categories for boys and girls, which include fishing from the shore or from a boat and using a rod and reel or hand line. After a day of fishing, the young […]

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Photos/Video: Makin Waves Lobster Tournament

Makin Waves hosted their 21st official lobster tournament today [Sept 2] with approximately 100 divers taking to the waters around the island. The event was co-sponsored by Goslings, Maui Jim sunglasses and Spar Yard Marine solutions. The heaviest lobster recorded at the event was 9 lbs 8 oz. The 13-minute live video replay is below: […]

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2019 International Light Tackle Tournament

The International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT] is back in 2019 for the 52nd running of this popular event. Six teams have already registered – two from the United States and four from Bermuda — ready to challenge for the right to represent the ILTT at the Offshore World Championship in Costa Rica next year. One […]

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International Light Tackle Tournament Results

Inclement weather and seaweed made for challenging conditions for the 52nd International Light Tackle Tournament [ILTT], held as a single day event on Sunday, June 23. A spokesperson said, “Originally scheduled as a two-day tournament, fishing on Saturday had to be cancelled due to high seas. “Ultimately ‘Philly For Rum,’ representing the United States and […]

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Photos: Robinson’s Fishing Tournament

After a four year absence, the Robinson’s Marina Fishing Tournament was held on Sunday [June 30] with the tournament being deemed a success. A spokesperson said, “This community-based fishing tournament had previously run for 10 consecutive years. The weather on Sunday was very complimentary and ensured a high participation level with the ability to enter into […]

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Heatwave Lionfish Tournament On August 18

The Bermuda Lionfish Task Force and Blue Water Divers & Watersports are getting set to present the Heatwave Lionfish Tournament Sunday, August 18 from 6.00am to 3.00pm, with the weigh-in being held from 3.00pm to 6.00pm at Robinson’s Marina, Somerset Bridge. A spokesperson said, “It’s summertime; in August, the water temperatures are as hot as […]

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Annual Junior Fishing Tournament On Sunday

The Bermuda Anglers Club Annual Junior Fishing Tournament will be held on Sunday [Aug 18] and is open to any boy or girl under the age of 17. It’s free to enter. A spokesperson said, “Fishing starts at 8.30am and every child who has entered the event and who comes to the weigh station west […]

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Scott Barnes Wins On Daytona Motor Speedway

Scott Barnes concluded competing at the World Karting Association’s Daytona Kart Week at the Daytona Motor Speedway, making an excellent showing to finish on top of the podium in the Stock Honda 125 Class during the second day of racing. Barnes clocked an 8 lap winning time of 20:26.765, with his fastest lap being the 7th […]

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Barnes Has Impressive Start In Las Vegas

Bermuda’s Scott Barnes began competing in the SuperKarts USA Super Nationals in Las Vegas. During the G1/G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Heat One which saw 21 karts take to the track, Barnes finished 6th completing the 12 laps. Barnes took to the track again to compete in the G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Second Heat […]

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Barnes Continues Competing In Las Vegas

Scott Barnes continued competing in the SuperKarts USA Super Nationals in Las Vegas. Barnes was one of 21 competitors on the track during the G1/G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Heat Three where he crossed the line 9th after 12 laps; with a fastest lap time of 43.661 which came during his 11th lap. Related Stories Videos: […]

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Karting: Scott Barnes Finishes 6th In Las Vegas

Scott Barnes recently concluded competing in the SuperKarts USA Super Nationals in Las Vegas. Barnes advanced to Super Sunday in the G1/G2:3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class. He finished sixth in a very close finish that could have seen any one of places third to seventh change in the end. Mr. Barnes said, “I was so […]

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Scott Barnes Competes In Daytona Kart Week

Scott Barnes recently took to the Daytona Raceway Track to compete in the World Karting Association’s Road Racing Daytona Kart Week, taking part in two races. In a field of 39 karts on the Stock Honda F2 Class start line, Barnes finished fourth in the first race when he was clocked across the line completing […]

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Karting: Barnes & Selley Finish 7th In Orlando

Scott Barnes and David Selley, along with their Simcraft Two teammates, recently concluded competing in the 2020 Simcraft 24 Hours to Orlando Endurance Race. In the end, the Simcraft Two team finished second in their class and seventh overall out of 33 teams. The team faced challenges along the way; they started the race in […]

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Column: The Life Journey Of Clint Smith

[Column written by Glenn Fubler] I first met Clinton ‘Amos’ Smith as a fellow student at Berkeley Institute, where his mother, Hyacinth Smith, served as school secretary in the early 60s. His teammates from that 1966 championship PHC Juniors Football squad remember how Clint would be in a jokey mood, whether they won or lost […]

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‘Sarah Sally Bassett’ Lounge & Learn Webinar

Titan Express will be hosting a free Zoom webinar ‘lounge and learn’ presentation on Saturday [May 9] at 7.00pm on Sarah Sally Bassett. A spokesperson said, “Join The African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural – Sankofa Talks for a free Zoom webinar ‘lounge and learn’ presentation on Saturday, May 9th at 7.00pm on Sarah Sally Bassett. “With […]

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Faulkenberry Returns To Broadway In Crime Film

Bermudian actress and singer Rebecca Faulkenberry is heading back to Broadway, but this time in an epic new crime film rather than a musical theatre stage show. Ms Faulkenberry, who has appeared in the Broadway productions of Rock of Ages, Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark and Groundhog Day is featured in The Irishman, the new […]

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Bermuda International Film Festival Postponed

The Bermuda International Film Festival announces that it has postponed this year’s event. “Upon review of new restrictions to limit public gatherings, we agree the health and safety of the public must take precedence,” a spokesperson said. “BIFF was scheduled to be held March 20-26 at Speciality Cinema in Hamilton. “Festival organisers released the following […]

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Videos: Music Duo HNK Is “Ready For Return”

Bermudian musical duo HNK — aka Hollie Hassell and Keenan Bailey — say that they are “ready for a return” to the music scene on the island, following Ms. Hassell’s graduation from Berkeley Institute and Mr. Bailey receiving a diploma in studio production in 2014. A spokesperson said, “HNK is ready for a return. After […]

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‘Eco Lunch & Learn’ Series Returns For Spring

The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] and Bermuda College have kicked off a new season of their Eco Lunch & Learn Series II. A spokesperson said, “The second half of Series II runs on the last Thursday of each month in February, March and April, 2020. Series III will begin with another slate of presentations […]

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Earth Hour: ‘Turn Off Unnecessary Lights Tonight’

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Earth Hour activities around the world have taken on a different format, and Greenrock is encouraging all Bermuda residents to turn off any unnecessary lights this evening. A spokesperson said, “As a result of the precautions being taken to limit the potential threats associated with Covid-19, Earth Hour activities around the […]

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Photos: CedarBridge Host Mini Flower Carnival

The Foreign Language Department of CedarBridge Academy held its inaugural miniature carnival this week, with the event based on the Nice Carnival in France. A spokesperson previously said, “Our theme is the same as this year’s Nice Carnival – Le roi de la mode, [The King of Fashion]. “The flower float parade also draws inspiration […]

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February 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters, on social media, and in our app seven days a week. Always popular, February’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media networks, and judging by the number of […]

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Photos & Video: International Women’s Day

The International Women’s Day Bermuda committee held an International Women’s Day celebration on Friday [March 6] at City Hall with the event featuring speakers and entertainment, while Tami Ray — Bermuda’s first female ferry pilot — received the Woman of the Year award. A spokesperson previously said, “International Women’s Day is for celebrating the achievements […]

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March 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

While the island and world are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing remains constant, the island’s beauty, and as always, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and various social media accounts seven days a week. Always popular, March’s photos attracted tens of thousands of reactions across our various social media […]

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April 2020: Top 10 Bernews “Photo Of Day”

While the island and world are facing unprecedented challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic, one thing remains constant: the island’s beauty. As always, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and various social media accounts seven days a week in order to continue to highlight the stunning scenes that Bermuda has to offer. Always popular, […]

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Photos: BNA Who’s Who & Fast Five Tournaments

[Updated with photos] The Bermuda Netball Association’s Under 11 Who’s Who Tournament and the Seniors Fast Five Tournament was held at the Bernards Park. Under 11 Who’s Who The youngsters had to pick sticks to see what position they would play. The first game saw Storm Lightning and Storm Thunder end in a tie 2-2 […]

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Sompo International Holdings Hires Julian James

Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based specialty provider of property and casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced that Mr. Julian James will soon join the organization to lead the London market and International insurance platforms. Subject to regulatory approval and after a short period of transition, Mr. James will succeed Mr. Graham Evans as the Chief […]

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Photos: Building Damaged In Early Morning Blaze

A building located on Cedar Avenue sustained damage in an early morning blaze on Tuesday [April 26], that is understood to have initially involved two motorcycles. The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service responded to the fire that occurred at approximately 3.00am. The fire was extinguished but not before the nearby building sustained visible fire, heat […]

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Photos, Video: Cement Truck Overturns In Paget

[Updating] A collision occurred in Paget this morning [Nov 21] resulting in a cement truck overturning. Emergency services on the scene to assist, and further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 9.48am: A police spokesperson said, “Traffic diversions in effect until further notice on South Road in Paget […]

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Photos: Van Overturns After Collision In St Davids

[Updated with video] Police and fire personnel are on scene in the St Davids Road area this morning [Jan 12] following a collision which resulted in a van overturning. The driver did not appear to be seriously injured, and as of 9.20am the van has been turned over, and they appear to be waiting for […]

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Photos: Car Overturns After Cobbs Hill Collision

[Updated] Emergency services responded to a collision at approximately 7.15pm tonight [Feb 17], located on Cobbs Hill Road near the junction with South Road which resulted in a car landing on its side. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service, police and an ambulance attended the scene. Bystanders said at least one person was taken by ambulance […]

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Photos/Video: Overturned Truck On Middle Road

[Updated] Emergency services responded to an incident on Middle Road near St. Mary’s Road in Warwick this afternoon [Feb 28] which resulted in a truck landing on its side. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service and Police attended the scene where bystanders indicate no one appeared to have been injured. Traffic was diverted away from the […]

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Car Crashes Through Wall, Overturns On Beach

[Updated] Emergency service personnel are on scene following a collision in the Bailey’s Bay area this afternoon [July 27] in which a vehicle crashed through a wall, landing on the beach area below. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 12.58pm: Police Media Manager Dwayne Caines said, “At 11.57am […]

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National Sports Governing Bodies Hold Meeting

The Association of National Sports Governing Bodies [ANSGB] held their General Assembly Meeting on Saturday, December 1st at the CedarBridge Academy. Delegates representing Bermuda Boxing Association, Bermuda Association of Motorsports, Bermuda Badminton Association, Bermuda Basketball Association, Bermuda Bicycle Association, Bermuda Body Building and Fitness Federation, Bermuda Bowling Federation, Bermuda Cricket Board, Bermuda Darts Association, Bermuda Equestrian […]

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