Author Archive: Bernews1
Videos: CNN MainSail Features AC In Bermuda
CNN’s MainSail, a television programme on CNN International which covers sailing around the world, sent a crew to Bermuda to cover the build up and action of the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series. Hosted by double Olympic gold medalist Shirley Robertson, the America’s Cup episode features footage of Bermuda as it provides an in-depth... Read more of this article
Shooting In West End, 25-Year-Old Man Injured
[Updated] The police have responded to the west end early this morning [Nov 14] after what we understand to be reports of gunshots in the area. Crime scene tape is visible and unofficial reports indicate that one person may have been injured. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update 5.29am: The police have confirmed... Read more of this article
Premier, Governor & PLP On Attacks In Paris
[Updated] Following the attacks in France which have left over 100 people dead, Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley said “that the people of Bermuda join with the rest of the global community in condemning this heinous terrorist attack.” Premier Dunkley added that this is ‘truly a tragic and shocking incident”,... Read more of this article
Govt To Introduce Voting For Students Overseas
The Government will introduce amendments to permit registered voters studying abroad at recognised educational institutions to have the right to vote in absentia, it was announced in this morning’s [Nov 13] Throne Speech. The relevant portion of the Throne Speech said, “The Government, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, will introduce amendments... Read more of this article
Govt Legislation To Ban Dark Helmet Visors
The Government will introduce legislation to ban dark helmet visors, it was announced in this morning’s [Nov 13] Throne Speech. The relevant part of the Throne Speech said, “The Government will introduce legislation to ban dark helmet visors. The aim of the legislation will be to minimise and ultimately eliminate the use of dark visors. “A... Read more of this article
New Government Website Planned For Next Year
Today’s Throne Speech included news that the Bermuda Government will launch a new website to replace the current website at www.gov.bm, with the new website set to be launched in the second quarter of next year. The relevant portion of the Throne Speech said, “In the second quarter of 2016, the Government will launch a new website to replace... Read more of this article
Live Updates: 2015 Throne Speech & Convening
[Updating] The Convening of Parliament will take place this morning [Nov 13], with Government and Opposition MPs gathering to hear Governor George Fergusson deliver the 2015 Throne Speech, which outlines the Government’s Legislative Agenda for the year ahead. The proceedings are set to get underway at 11.00am, and the Government television station... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 2015 Remembrance Day Parade
The Remembrance Day Parade held today [Nov 11] saw crowds line Front Street to pay their respects to the Bermudians who served in the two World Wars of the 20th century and other conflicts, many of whom did not return home after making the ultimate sacrifice. Between World War One [1914-1918] and World War Two [1939-1945], approximately 600 Bermudians... Read more of this article
Hurricane Kate “Not A Threat To Bermuda”
[Updating] Tropical Storm Kate is a “potential threat to Bermuda” the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to the island within 72 hours forecast to be 233 nautical miles to the west-north-west at 8.00am on Wednesday, November 11. Graphic courtesy of the BWS: The U.S. National Hurricane Centre said that Kate... Read more of this article
GDP Increase Recorded In 2015 Second Quarter
According to the Quarterly Gross Domestic Product [GDP] report released by the Department of Statistics, in the second quarter of this year, quarterly GDP at current prices was estimated at $1,391.5 million, which represents a 2.4% rise year-over-year. The report said, “During the second quarter 2015, quarterly GDP at current prices was estimated... Read more of this article
Photos/Video/Results: World Rugby Classic
[Updated with photo gallery & video] The World Rugby Classic is underway at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire this afternoon [Nov 8], with teams from Argentina, France, Canada, South Africa, Italy, New Zealand, the UK and USA taking part in the week-long event. The Classic got underway today with the Argentina vs. France at 2.30pm, which... Read more of this article
Vehicle Catches Fire After Two Car Collision
In the early hours of this morning [Nov 8] there was a collision involving two cars in Pembroke; the police said it was reported that one of the cars was on fire, with the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service extinguishing the flames. Both of the drivers — a 31-year-old man and a 52-year-old woman — sustained non-life threatening injuries. A... Read more of this article
