From working as a cloakroom attendant at Ronnie Scott's in jny: London to performing on the club stage to a sellout audience with one's own quartet is quite a journey. It might sound like a corny plot from a TV series, but since playing their first show in 2021, Finn Carter and his quartet have gone from strength to strength with a string of sold-out shows, including playing the main show at the venerated Ronnie Scott's and headlining the Brick Lane Festival... [ read more ]

En 6AM Hoy por Hoy de Caracol Radio estuvo el reconocido humorista e integrante de La Luciérnaga, para hablar sobre el galardón que ganó con el concurso de la canción oficial de la Feria de las Flores 2024.

En el programa 6AM de Caracol Radio, la senadora Esmeralda Hernández  responde ante las acusaciones de Andrea Padilla, quien asegura que buscaron votos a través de acuerdos con otros ministros para la elección de la Comisión. Por lo anterior, anunció que denunciará a la senadora por calumnia. 

SOCCER and rugby league might dominate sport in the western suburbs but Quakers Hill’s Logan Owen’s skill is executed impressively in the gymnastics arena.

La Audiencia de Barcelona condenó al activista Marcel Vivet a cinco años de cárcel por golpear a un policía y el TSJC rebajó la pena a un año y medio La Audiencia de Barcelona ha rechazado amnistiar al independentista Marcel Vivet, con una condena ya extinguida por golpear a un mosso d’esqu via Pocket

Publicat ahir arreu del món, l’informe investiga en quina mesura l’alumnat de segon curs de secundària de 34 països (22 dels quals de la UE) està preparat per a "estudiar, treballar i viure en un món digital". via Pocket

[Opinion column written by MP Jache Adams] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] has always believed in fairness as the foundation of a strong and inclusive Bermuda. Over the years, we have implemented many policies designed to make Bermuda fairer, including reducing payroll taxes for 86% of our workers, creating a minimum wage to ensure fair […]

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] The recent passing of Canon James Francis, marks a milestone of a ‘Life Well Lived’. He grew up in the A.M.E. Church in Bermuda and in the 1961 went off to Wilberforce University – an AME school in Ohio– to pursue a degree in Divinity. When he graduated, he […]

When I was born 70 years ago, I slept in a drawer in my grandmother’s kitchen. I’ve lived on the edge ever since.

The funds will be allocated toward GRACE.

The 1996 champion understands the pressure.

She is headlining the Athleta Presents Gold Over America.

[Column written by Dr Michael Flaherty] The summer season in Bermuda is well and truly underway now, with the ocean temperatures warm enough for even the fairest weather of swimmers. For those looking to cool off or step up their fitness regime, swimming in the ocean is an appealing option. In addition to being a […]

[Opinion column written by OBA Shadow Minister for Legal & Home Affairs Scott Pearman] In his speech made the day he became Opposition Leader, Jarion Richardson observed that “blame is not a solution”. Friday’s press conference by Deputy Premier Walter Roban on the impending increases in our electricity costs, was sadly short on meaningful solutions. Instead […]

[Column written by Denise DeMoura] I’d like to share a few of my easiest ways to save money on BELCO bills. After I moved in with my husband, Anson Nash, he was shocked when I lowered our two-person monthly household electricity bill to about $100. So with BELCO’s new Fuel Adjustment Rate [FAR], our monthly […]

[Column written by Denise DeMoura] A few people have asked me to help them understand more about Belco. So I’m going to try: starting with fuels and the generators that turn them into electricity. It’s overwhelming just trying to understand the differences between the types of fuel that Belco could potentially use–and the many different […]

[Column written by Denise DeMoura] People all over Bermuda feel helpless about confusing BELCO bills. They trigger many emotions since we know that most of us can’t get our electricity anywhere else. Feeling that electricity rates are out of our control, and getting even more expensive, causes anxiety. We feel powerless against such a large […]

Youngsters can enjoy the fun and excitement of gymnastics at an Open House event next month. The Open House is hosted by the Bermuda Gymnastics Association’s training centre in Southside, St David’s, on July 10. The free session, from 9 am to 11 am, is for children aged 1 to 5. Related Stories Results: International […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] A team of 13 gymnasts represented the island at the recent Presidential Classic at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida. The team, accompanied by their coach Dariana Rojas, competed at compulsory and optional levels against more than 4,000 participants worldwide. On the opening day, Alyssa Andrews, competing at […]

The Bermuda International Gymnastics Challenge will be held at the Training Centre in St David’s in March next year. Organised by Bermuda Gymnastics, the competition is from March 16 to 17, with male and female athletes judged under USA Gymnastics rules, all Xcel levels and levels 1 to 10. The entry deadline for gymnasts is […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] When Sydney Mason retired from gymnastics aged 18, she did not expect it to take five years to discover a sport that excited and challenged her as much as her first sporting love. Mason was once the top gymnast on the island, representing Bermuda at the Pan American Games in Toronto […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] has expanded its operation by opening a second training facility called The Loft on Marsh Lane in Devonshire. Anna Balada, the BGA head coach, believes the more centrally located facility will help attract youngsters to the sport who cannot travel as far as Southside, St David’s, […]

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] will hold its February Break Camp at its new Loft facility on Marsh Lane, Devonshire. The camp runs from February 12 to 16 for 4 to 12-year-olds and will include an excursion to the BGA’s main training base in Southside, St David’s. The full camp, costing $320, runs from 9 […]

The Bermuda Gymnastics Association [BGA] will hold its Spring Break Camps at its new Loft facility on Marsh Lane, Devonshire. The first camp runs from March 25 to 28 and the second from April 1 and 5 and will include an excursion to the BGA’s main training base in Southside, St David’s. The full camp […]

Premier David Burt and Minister of National Security Michael Weeks both condemned the recent shootings, and said the “Government is resolute in our determination to confront and overcome the pervasiveness of gun violence.” “Gun violence leaves more than just the physical wounds. It leaves families, neighbourhoods and communities traumatised and fearful. I pray for all […]

[Opinion column written by Chris Famous] In 2022 I was asked to join the board of the Bermuda Housing Corporation. There I met persons dedicated to providing affordable housing for almost 800 Bermudian families of various stations in life. For full disclosure, board members are paid $50 per month / Chairman $100 per month. Over […]

[Written by Freddie Forth & Martha Harris Myron] Introducing Freddie Forth, owner of Forthright Solutions. Freddie is a Bermudian luminary expert in real estate, mortgages & lending, local architecture and author of Eight Steps to Home Ownership Freddie Forth has volunteered her time and expertise in creating the Eight Steps of Home Ownership in short, […]

[Written by Freddie Forth & Martha Harris Myron] There are two defining factors for most people wanting to buy real estate property: Property is real, immovable, tangible and understandable. It has always been there [at least the land] and so marked on a map [Google GPS Earth] in today’s digital world. And secondly, it is […]

[Written by Freddie Forth & Martha Harris Myron] Negotiating a contract, whether written or implied, occurs in some form or another in almost every human interaction: wages, purchasing consumer goods, union bargaining, even in human relationships. It can be set implicitly and clear cut, resolvable in a matter of minutes, as when the price of […]

[Opinion column written by MP Anthony Richardson] The recent change, empowering Bermudians to acquire their first homes, is another important step in the PLP’s effort to make homeownership more accessible. This amendment to pension rules, coupled with the government’s Mortgage Guarantee Programme, demonstrates the Progressive Labour Party’s commitment to creating a nation of owners by […]

[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] Your Government believes it is essential to not only lay out the facts after the recent press conference held by the Fisherman’s Association of Bermuda. We also want to assure the public that, as your Government, we remain committed to listening to, respecting, and working in collaboration […]

[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 […]

[Written by Roxanne Christopher] September is Life Insurance Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to consider the benefits of life insurance for young adults. Life insurance is often seen as a financial product relevant only for older individuals or those with dependents. However, young adults, especially Millennials and Gen Z, have much to gain […]

[Opinion column written by Joleah Lamb] There are more than 11 billion pieces of plastic debris on coral reefs across the Asia-Pacific, according to our new research, which also found that contact with plastic can make corals more than 20 times more susceptible to disease. In our study, published in Science, we examined more than […]

[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 […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] Stroke, a leading cause of long-term disability, often brings with it a host of hidden challenges that are not immediately apparent to the casual observer. While physical impairments such as paralysis may be noticeable, there are many invisible disabilities that stroke survivors may face, making their journey to recovery […]

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] This Mental Health Month, the Minister of Health has reminded us of the importance of regular physical activity – a half-hour per day to boost physical and mental health. This is based on the body/mind connection, a reality not yet fully appreciated in western medicine. Any holistic approach which […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] When we think of stroke, we often associate it with the elderly population. However, it’s important to debunk the myth that stroke only affects older individuals. In reality, stroke can occur at any age, and it’s crucial for people of all ages to be aware of the risk factors […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] When a loved one suffers a stroke, the impact is not only felt by the individual, but also by their family and caregivers. The aftermath of a stroke can be overwhelming and challenging, requiring significant adjustments and support from those closest to the affected individual. Understanding the impact of […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] Returning to the workplace after experiencing a stroke can be a daunting challenge for many survivors. The transition back to work is often accompanied by various physical, cognitive, and emotional hurdles that can impact their ability to perform effectively. Employers and colleagues may also struggle to understand and accommodate […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] World Stroke Day 2024 is an important opportunity to spread a message of hope and support for survivors in our community. Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death worldwide, and its impact can be devastating for individuals and their families. However, it’s crucial to emphasize that there […]

[Opinion column written by David Gumbs & Dr. James Fletcher] Across the Caribbean, except for oil-rich Trinidad and Tobago, electricity is already among the most expensive in the world — and it is only getting more expensive. In Saint Lucia, electricity prices have almost doubled in the past 30 years, and in the other countries […]

[Column written by Stratton Hatfield] As Bermuda stands at the crossroads of a sustainable energy future, every voice counts in shaping the Integrated Resource Plan [IRP]. This next IRP will define the path we take toward a more efficient Bermuda, influencing the kinds of energy we rely on, the costs of electricity, and the impact […]

[Written by Dr. Edward Harris] Is this flag Bermuda’s “National Jack”? Some years ago in the possibly unique series of 450-odd articles on Bermuda heritage, published in The Mid-Ocean News [now a victim of the digital age] and The Royal Gazette, I wrote a story about Bermudians and our connections with the Dutch island of […]

[Opinion column written by Dr Edward Harris ] The Stone Age generally ended some five thousand years ago with the invention of forging tools in iron. Prior to that, implements were made of stone and probably of timber, although the latter is less obvious in the archaeological record, as it tends to rot. Sadly perhaps, […]

[Opinion column written by Kim Swan] I offer this tribute in honour of the life of Chesley Trott. Although my art teacher during my years attending Warwick Secondary School in the early 1970s, it was through golf at Port Royal Golf Course from 1971 that we truly came to know each other. To Maria, Chet, […]

[Column written by Dr Edward Harris] In the first part of this article on the Royal Naval Tanks at St. George’s Island, Bermuda, the earliest [1803] published image of the watering facility for British warships was presented. That picture and several others are discussed here in part two. Discussion of the Porgay Picture of 1803 […]