Category: News
BTA Announces Collaboration With Oprah Daily
The Bermuda Tourism Authority announced a collaboration with Oprah Daily to feature Bermuda’s natural beauty and culture on the travel series Adventures with Gayle and Adam, which premiered on August 9, 2024. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has announced the culmination of its collaboration with Oprah Daily, resulting... Read more of this article
Video: Govt Press Conference On Hurricane
[Updated] Minister of National Security Michael Weeks is holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 15] to provide an update on Hurricane Ernesto, which is expected to impact the island starting tomorrow afternoon. 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... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Increased 0.6% In February 2024
The overall volume of the retail sales index increased by 0.6% compared to February 2023, according to the February 2024 Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2024 Retail Sales Index publication. “February’s volume of retail sales index increased 0.6 per cent... Read more of this article
Cheyenne Tavares Returns To BCB As Intern
Cheyenne Tavares returned to the Bermuda Cricket Board as an intern after her first year studying sport management at Bournemouth University, building on her previous experience from 2022. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] is pleased to announce the return of summer intern Cheyenne Tavares. “Cheyenne first came to us... Read more of this article
Ex-Artillerymen’s Donates $1K To Eliza Dolittle
The Ex-Artillerymen’s Association’s annual Mother’s Day brunch on May 12 has resulted in a $1,000 donation to The Eliza Dolittle Society. A spokesperson said, “The Entertainment Committee of The Ex-Artillerymen’s Association held their annual Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Since the inception of this event in May 2017,... Read more of this article
Weather Service Issue ‘Hurricane Warning’
The Bermuda Weather Service has now upgraded the ‘Hurricane Watch’ to a ‘Hurricane Warning’. In their update this morning [Aug 15], they said, “BWS continues to closely monitor the progress of Hurricane Ernesto, now about 553 nautical miles to the southwest of Bermuda. A Hurricane Warning is now in effect for Bermuda “A... Read more of this article
Two Women Killed In Florida Collision
Florida police have confirmed the tragic news that Lisa Jackson and Geraldine Francis were killed in a road collision on August 11. The Broward County Sheriff’s Office said, “The Broward Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit has arrested the driver believed to be responsible for a double fatal traffic crash in Lauderdale Lakes on Sunday... Read more of this article
Video: Aug 15th Bernews Morning Newsflash
A Hurricane Warning is now in effect for Bermuda as Hurricane Ernesto is a threat, follow live updates on the storm on Bernews, BELCO encourages the public to prepare, Carl Neblett to run for OBA in C36 by-election, PLP begins selection for C36 by-election, and Department announces seniors pension increase are some of the stories in this morning’s... Read more of this article
Department Announces Seniors Pension Increase
The Department of Social Insurance announced a 2.4% increase in seniors’ pension benefits, explaining that “seniors will see the increase reflected in their October 15, 2024, pension payments.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Social Insurance is pleased to announce a 2.4% increase in seniors’ pension benefits,... Read more of this article
Minister Tinee Furbert: Look Out For Seniors
“As we prepare for the approaching hurricane, I urge everyone to look out for the most vulnerable among us, particularly our seniors,” Minister of Youth, Social Development & Seniors Tinee Furbert said. Minister Furbert said, “They are the cornerstone of our society, and it is our responsibility to ensure their safety and well-being... Read more of this article
OBA: PLP Govt ‘Has Fallen In Love With Power’
“The PLP Government is incapable of change,” Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson said, adding that “this Government has fallen in love with power – clinging to it like a lifeboat far out at sea.” Opposition Leader Jarion Richardson stated, “The Progressive Labour Party Government is taking their political direction from... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Aug 14 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
