Category: News
Video: Aug 17th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Hurricane Warning remains effect, high winds affecting island, Causeway & airport closed, 73% of island currently out of power and Bermuda U14 footballers defeat Grenada 4-0 are some of the stories in this morning’s [Aug 17th] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes an overview of the latest Bermuda news, the local weather... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: Bermuda Prepares For Hurricane
As Hurricane Ernesto approaches Bermuda, residents are taking precautions and securing their property in advance of the storm, which is expected to bring over 30 hours of high winds to the island. Click here for all of our coverage of Hurricane Ernesto, and click here for our ongoing live updates on the storm. Related Stories Video: Govt... Read more of this article
Leverock Reflects On Cup Match Heroics
[Written by Stephen Wright] Kamau Leverock has reflected on his greatest performance in Cup Match after scoring his maiden century in the annual classic to help Somerset secure victory over St George’s at Somerset Cricket Club. The opening batter scored 153 runs in the first innings to lay the foundations for Somerset’s 227-run run triumph, extending... Read more of this article
Teen Norre Robinson Sprinting To Success
[Written by Stephen Wright] Norre Robinson, a Bermudian sprinter, is on the fast track to success after an astonishing rise in the sport, having taken it up less than a year ago. Such has been his rapid ascent, Robinson has been granted a universality spot in the 100 metres for the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Lima, Peru, which run from... Read more of this article
Causeway To Close At 9pm This Evening
The Government announced that the Causeway will close at 9.00pm tonight [Aug 16] – an hour earlier than previously stated – due to updated weather data predicting high winds from Hurricane Ernesto. Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said, “The Causeway will close at 9.00pm tonight and not 10.00pm as was earlier stated. This... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Provides Update On Ernesto
The government is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 16] to provide the latest update on Hurricane Ernesto. We will have additional information later on and you can watch the live video below and click here for our ongoing live updates on the storm. Minister Weeks’ full statement follows below: I am joined by the Premier the Hon.... Read more of this article
Live Video: Weather From Nonsuch Island
Nonsuch Expeditions is live streaming from Nonsuch Island, which is expected to take the brunt of Hurricane Ernesto. A spokesperson said, “Nonsuch Expeditions LiveStream from Nonsuch Island Cahow Colony A, which being on the southern, ocean facing side of Nonsuch is expected to take the full impact of Hurricane Ernesto. Keep checking back as we... Read more of this article
Bermuda Youth Connect Voter Registration Drive
Bermuda Youth Connect and Bermuda is Love will be hosting a Voter Registration Drive in Hamilton on Wednesday, August 21st to “ensure that young people are prepared to make their voice heard in the next election.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Youth Connect was created in the wake of the 2020 snap-election to create more civic awareness... Read more of this article
Video: Aug 16th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Hurricane Ernesto is a threat to Bermuda, retail sales increased 0.6% in February 2024, Ex-Artillerymen’s donates $1,000 to Eliza Dolittle, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants join as Learning Partner, BTA announces collaboration with Oprah Daily, Zorena Anderson earns AXA XL scholarship and Cheyenne Tavares returns to BCB as intern are... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Aug 15 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
Zorena Anderson Earns AXA XL Scholarship
Zorena Anderson has been awarded the AXA XL Scholarship . A spokesperson said, “AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA SA, today announced that the 2024 AXA XL Scholarship has been awarded to Bermudian university student and former Co-Captain of the U17 Bermuda Women’s National Football Team, Zorena Anderson. “The AXA... Read more of this article
Accountant Association Join As Learning Partner
The Ministry of Education announced that the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants [ACCA] has joined as a Learning Partner. A Government spokesperson said, ” This partnership is a key component of the mission to transform teaching and learning through Education Reform. This joint initiative with the ACCA, in collaboration with The Berkeley... Read more of this article
