Category: News
Video: April 12th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Unoccupied car crashes over embankment, car lands on side following collision in Devonshire, 355 people visited hospital from January to March 2018 due to collisions, Sophie Adams featured in UK-based Look Magazine, man fined $4,000 & banned from driving for two years after crashing into a truck, process of removing abandoned boats begins,... Read more of this article
Kevin Dallas On SSM, LGBTQ Travel & More
Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO Kevin Dallas has given a wide ranging interview to the Gay Star News website, telling them that “as a gay Bermudian, I feel pretty lucky to have been born here,” and “despite this more recent setback, Bermuda’s track record on advancing LGBT rights in the last 20 years is pretty good.” The Tourism... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: April 11 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Sophie Adams Featured In UK’s Look Magazine
Sophie Adams has been featured in UK-based Look Magazine, with the multi-page skincare article marking the latest accomplishment for the Bermudian model. Ms. Adams is signed with a modeling agency in London, and has taken a year off from school to focus on modelling, however plans to return to university at Anglia Ruskin to complete her Marine Biology... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt Travels To Washington DC
This afternoon [April 11] Premier David Burt left for Washington DC, where he has a number of meetings scheduled for tomorrow. Some of the US politicians he will meet with include: members of the Congressional Black Caucus; Senator Bill Cassidy [Republican-Louisiana]; Congressman Joseph Crowley [D-NY-14-Bronx, NY] Chairman, House Democratic Caucus. The... Read more of this article
Collision On North Shore, Car Lands On Side
[Updated] Emergency services responded to a collision this afternoon [April 11] on North Shore Road in Devonshire which resulted in the car overturning and landing on its side. Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service personnel attended to two people that appeared to have minor injuries. Further details are limited at this time, however we will update as able. Update... Read more of this article
Photos: Unoccupied Car Crashes Through Wall
[Updated] Police are advising the public they “should avoid the section of Cavendish Road, Pembroke between Spurling Hill and Lane Hill until further notice,” as a car has “gone over an embankment.” A police spokesperson said, “Police are advising members of the public that they should avoid the section of Cavendish Road,... Read more of this article
100 Minute Video: Fintech & Blockchain Forum
Minister of National Security Wayne Caines is holding a presentation this afternoon [April 11] on the Government’s proposed plans and policies regarding blockchain, fintech and digital currencies, and you can tune in and watch live below. Live video below, if you have any issues watching, please try viewing on Bernews Facebook page Related... Read more of this article
Marine & Materiality Art Exhibition This Sunday
The Marine & Materiality Art Exhibition, which is running in conjunction with the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation’s St. George’s Marine Expo 2018, is set to open on Sunday, April 15th – for one day only. A handful of Bermuda artists will display their works in the one-of-a-kind exhibit, including: Louisa Bermingham, Carla-Faye... Read more of this article
Police Advisory: Safety Tips While Socialising
In light of recent suggestions that “women have had foreign substances unknowingly placed into their beverages at liquor licensed establishments,” police provided a few safety tips to consider while out socialising. A spokesperson said, “In light of the voice note circulating through social media and WhatsApp recently that suggests women... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: ‘Carnival Elation’ Visits Island
Marking the ship’s inaugural call to the island, the 856-foot cruise ship Carnival Elation arrived in Bermuda this morning [April 11], and according to the latest version of the 2018 Cruise Ship Schedule [PDF], the ship is carrying an estimated 2,373 passengers and 920 crew members. The 15-minute live video replay is below: This is scheduled... Read more of this article
Court: Motorist Fined After Crashing Into Truck
A motorist has been banned from driving for two years after crashing into a parked truck and injuring two men. Appearing in Magistrates Court this morning, Robin Munroe pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm to two people by driving without due care and attention. The court heard the accident took place in January 2016 close to the junction... Read more of this article
