Category: News

Dance Foundation Awards Scholarships

The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda presented scholarships and bursaries to Vidya Cannonier-Watson, T’Aja Williams, Honor Minors, Skye Minors, Ava Joy Moreno, Soleil Richardson, Aura Doran, and Naysaa Tucker. A spokesperson said, “The National Dance Foundation of Bermuda Fund hosted its annual scholarship award ceremony in the Bermudez... Read more of this article

Butterfield Celebrates Completion Of Internship

Butterfield announced the successful conclusion of its 2024 Summer Internship programme which provided 12 Bermudian students pursuing an undergraduate degree with an opportunity to gain direct experience and knowledge in the world of finance. A spokesperson said, “The nine-week programme aimed to equip all participants with new skills and learning... Read more of this article

Former Berkeley Students Invited To Join

The Berkeley Institute Alumni Office is issuing an invitation to former students, parents/guardians, teachers, and Friends of The Berkeley Institute to attend an information session on Wednesday, August 14th beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom. “There are thousands of Berkeleyites. We have traversed the globe, building lives in every corner, making an... Read more of this article

30 Minute Video: Aug 13 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

Kaleidoscope Arts Surpasses Fundraising Goal

Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation surpassed its $135,000 fundraising goal, raising $139,964 thanks to community support. A spokesperson said, “Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation, which has been empowering children through art since 2006, announced in June that they needed to fundraise $135,000 within three months in order to meet its needs and stay sustainable.... Read more of this article

NMB To Host Event To Celebrate 50th Anniversary

The National Museum of Bermuda is set to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a fundraising party on October 5, 2024, supporting its educational and preservation efforts. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] is turning 50 this year! To celebrate this milestone, they are hosting a party on Saturday, October 5: “NMB’s... Read more of this article

Residents Urged To ‘Accelerate’ Preparations

“All residents are urged to accelerate their storm preparations,” the Government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government, through the Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO], continues to closely monitor Tropical Storm Ernesto, which has strengthened since the last update and is expected to approach Bermuda... Read more of this article

Video: Aug 13th Bernews Morning Newsflash

TS Ernesto “a potential threat to Bermuda”, By-Election for Sandys North set for October 4, Ministry honours 2024 scholarship recipients, Allied World concludes internship program, Malcolm Hendrickson earns Carey Olsen scholarship, Friends of Hospice appoints Zach Moniz, Sandcastle competition set for August 31 and BermudAir launches Fall companion... Read more of this article

BWS: Ernesto “A Potential Threat To Bermuda”

Tropical Storm Ernesto is a “potential threat to Bermuda”, the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 304 nm to the SSW at 6am on Friday [Aug 16] with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period depending upon its track.” Graphic... Read more of this article

Ministry Honours 2024 Scholarship Recipients

The Ministry of Education hosted the 2024 Scholarships and Awards Reception, recognising an “outstanding group of 67 Bermudian students from diverse ages, backgrounds, and disciplines committed to furthering their education.” A Government spokesperson said, “In his remarks, the Minister of Education, the Hon. Diallo Rabain, JP, MP,... Read more of this article

Video: International Youth Day Proclamation

The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert, marked International Youth Day 2024 with a proclamation at City Hall today. Minister Furbert said, “Thank you for joining us today to celebrate International Youth Day 2024. “Your greatest contribution to the universe may not be something you do, but someone you raise.” “I... Read more of this article