Category: News
Govt Welcomes US Shipping Policy Decision
The Government has welcomed the decision by the U.S Government that proposed shipping fees will not apply to short sea routes as “this outcome means there is not expected to be any impact on Bermuda’s shipping operations or import costs from this new US rule.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda welcomes the... Read more of this article
Video: April 18th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Happy Good Friday, Island hosts Counter Terrorism Financing Forum, Kites For Kids event, Easter Vendor Market held at O’Hara House and Bermuda athletes depart for Carifta Games are some of the stories in this morning’s [April 18] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes an overview of the latest Bermuda news, the local weather... Read more of this article
Island Hosts Counter Terrorism Financing Forum
Bermuda recently hosted the 7th Counter Terrorist Financing Overseas Territories Forum, welcoming high-level delegations and guest speaker Dawne Spicer, Executive Director of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force. A police spokesperson said, “From April 6 to 8, 2025 Bermuda hosted the 7th meeting of the Counter Terrorist Financing Overseas Territories... Read more of this article
Easter Vendor Market Held At O’Hara House
Thirty local vendors gathered at O’Hara House recently for a pre-Easter Vendor Market hosted by AXA XL. A spokesperson said, “The event, which was previously held in 2023, is the brainchild of AXA XL Professional Lines Assistant Underwriter Chrissie Basden who wanted to create an opportunity for small businesses and individual entrepreneurs who... Read more of this article
Bermuda Athletes Depart For Carifta Games
Bermuda’s track & field team departed for Trinidad & Tobago yesterday [April 16] to compete in the 52nd Carifta Games, which begin on Saturday [April 19]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda’s Track & Field Carifta Team departed yesterday [April 16], and the Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, the Hon... Read more of this article
Photos, Video & 360: Kites For Kids Event
The fourth annual charitable Kites For Kids event was held yesterday evening [April 16] at TNT Tatem Field, with over 100 kites given away at the event which also included a fun castle, Easter baskets and more. A spokesperson previously said, “Kites For Kids is a charitable initiative that is the brainchild of Sunshine After Dark and brought to life... Read more of this article
BPS Renew Witness Appeal For Fatal Collision
The Bermuda Police Service said it is “once again appealing to the public for information on the road traffic collision which claimed the life of Mr. Lionel Thomas Jr.” A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Thomas succumbed to injuries sustained in a collision which occurred shortly before 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 23, 2025, on St.... Read more of this article
Photos: Floral Displays At Gibbons Company
Gibbons Company is featuring ‘Gibbons in Bloom’ for the month of April, transforming its Reid and Church Street stores with vibrant floral displays and installations by top local designers. A spokesperson previously said, “Gibbons Company is delighted to announce the return of a blooming favourite — Gibbons in Bloom — an enchanting in-store... Read more of this article
Ivan Outerbridge Aims To Grow Capoeira
[Written by Stephen Wright] Ivan Outerbridge has dedicated more than 25 years to mastering Capoeira, the Afro-Brazilian martial art that blends elements of dance, acrobatics, music, and spirituality. A professor of Capoeira, Outerbridge first encountered the art form while studying at George Brown College in Toronto in the late 1990s. Intrigued by its... Read more of this article
Video: April 17th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Easter Lilies sent to King Charles III, Apprenticeship & On-The-Job Training graduates, TABS Bermuda launches ‘The Botanist’ print, floral displays at Gibbons Company, SailGP announce Bermuda event in 2026 and CedarBridge football team defeat El Paso 3-0 are some of the stories in this morning’s [April 17] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews... Read more of this article
Easter Message From FDM Leader Marc Bean
[Easter message from FDM Leader Marc Bean] As we gather across the Island this Easter, we invite all Bermudians to reflect, not only on the religious significance of this holy time, but on the deeper spiritual call it makes to our hearts as individuals, families, and as a nation. Easter is not simply a date on the calendar or a weekend of tradition.... Read more of this article
U.S. Consul General Visits Airport Authority
New U.S. Consul General Antoinette Hurtado recently visited the Bermuda Airport Authority to “tour facilities and discuss the longstanding agreements between a number of U.S. agencies and the Airport Authority, including protocols that ensure safe and efficient travel for U.S.-bound passengers.” A spokesperson said, “Part of the Airport... Read more of this article
