Author Archive: Bernews5
Police Warn Public About WhatsApp Hack Scam
The Bermuda Police Service is “advising the public to exercise increased caution in the wake of reports of people’s WhatsApp accounts being compromised and used to perpetrate fraudulent financial schemes.” A police spokesperson said, “Hackers reportedly gain unauthorized access to an individual’s WhatsApp account by deceiving... Read more of this article
Column: Talbot-Woolridge On Bermuda’s Youth
[Opinion column written by Shomari Talbot-Woolridge] The recent op-ed, What About the Youth?, raises important questions about the challenges facing young Bermudians. However, it fails to acknowledge the steps the Progressive Labour Party [PLP] has taken to address those issues while conveniently ignoring the failures of the One Bermuda Alliance [OBA]... Read more of this article
Official Govt & Legal Notices For Dec 6 2024
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 6] include notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. List of Planning Applications Advertised on December 6th, 2024 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN1096/2024 Public Authorities /... Read more of this article
Traffic Notice For Jingle Bell Race On Dec 8
The Ministry of Public Works has issued a road traffic notice for the Bermuda Red Cross Jingle Bell 5K race on Sunday [Dec 8]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works advises motorists that the Bermuda Red Cross Jingle Bell 5K race will take place on Sunday, 8 December 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. “Motorists are encouraged... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Saturday December 7
Saturday December 7 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 19°C/67°F and the low to be near 15°C/59°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 61%. Sunrise will be at 7:08am and sunset will be at 5:13pm. High tide will be at 12:23am... Read more of this article
Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Dec 6] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the tabling of Amendments to the Clean Air Act 2024, the Bermuda College Annual Report 2023-2024, the Cruise Ship Season 2025 and the 2023-2024 Annual Report of the Department of Financial Assistance. Update: Live broadcast... Read more of this article
Sam Williamson Breaks Two Swimming Records
Bermudian swimmer Sam Williamson broke the Bermuda National Open Record in the Men’s 100m Individual Medley twice in one day at the Swim England National Winter Meet. Williamson first broke his own record in the heats with a time of 55.71. This was a significant improvement on his previous record of 57.01, which he set last year. In the final,... Read more of this article
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Dec 5 2024
December 5 saw 3,394,403 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $61,268,974.15 BD. 3,394,403 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $18.05 per share. The BSX finished at 2,527.36, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related... Read more of this article
Somerset & St. George’s P1 Enrolment Reopened
Minister of Education Diallo Rabain announced the “decision to reopen P1 enrolment for the 2025-2026 school year at Somerset Primary School and St. George’s Preparatory School.” A Government spokesperson said, “This follows meetings with both school communities, including a meeting on November 28th with the PTA Executive of St. George’s... Read more of this article
Football Finals: Port Royal, BHS & Warwick Win
The Primary School Football Finals saw Port Royal edge West End 2-1 in Division 2, BHS claim the Girls’ title with a penalty shootout victory, and Warwick Academy dominate Somersfield 8-1 in Division 1. Primary School Division 2 Final: Port Royal Primary – 2 West End Primary – 1 A spokesperson said, “Port Royal Primary won the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Hamilton & Tucker To Compete In Costa Rica
Kyle Hamilton and Sean Tucker will represent Bermuda at the final 2024 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour Stop in Costa Rica, competing against top regional teams from December 6–8. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Volleyball Association Announces Participation in Final Stop of the 2024 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour “As the international beach... Read more of this article
Peter Dunne Wins BOA President Election
Peter Dunne will continue to serve as the President of the Bermuda Olympic Association, edging out Katura Horton-Perinchief in a closely contested vote. He garnered 13 votes, while Horton-Perinchief received 11 votes. Related Stories James & Cipres Finish 10th In Sochi Games Vanessa James Competes In Olympic Skating Tucker Murphy Finishes 88th... Read more of this article
