Category: technology
Wallpaper Wednesday: Island Christmas Sparkle
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a festive, Christmas-themed silhouette of the island of Bermuda decorated with lights, garland, and ornaments. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status... Read more of this article
CariGenetics Launches App & Special Promotion
CariGenetics has launched its mobile health app, offering free Predicted Biological Age and Skin Health features, and is celebrating with a “Give the Gift of Ancestry” promotion on its BeforeYou ancestry test. A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics is proud to announce a major milestone with the official release of the official CariGenetics mobile... Read more of this article
BELCO Announces Lower Electricity Rates
[Updated] Operational improvements are being passed on to “our customers through lower base electricity rates which will be seen on your bills in January,” BELCO said today. BELCO Statement A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised that following an approvals process by the Regulatory Authority... Read more of this article
Minister Weeks On New Customs X-Ray Facility
“We expect the facility to be completed by the end of February 2026,” Minister Of National Security Michael Weeks said as he provided an update on the progress of the new Customs X-Ray facility at the Hamilton Docks. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “At this time, all necessary site preparations have been completed,... Read more of this article
‘The Guild’ Wins Call Of Duty Tournament
Team The Guild delivered a dominant showing as they captured victory at the latest Call of Duty Esports Tournament hosted by Paradise Mobile and ESports Bermuda Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Team “The Guild” delivered a commanding performance to win the latest Call of Duty Esports Tournament, hosted by Paradise Mobile in partnership with ESports... Read more of this article
Minister Darrell Updates On TCD Digitalization
TCD “added the Commercial Vehicle Permit [CVP], also known as Trucks Permits, to its suite of growing digital applications,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said in the House of Assembly today [Dec 5]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to update this Honourable... Read more of this article
Bermuda Principles 30th Anniversary Conference
The Bermuda Principles Foundation has announced that its 30th Anniversary Conference, themed “Future-Proofing Global Collaboration in Genomics,” will be held February 25–28, 2026, at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Principles Foundation, the only non-profit organisation founded on the legacy... Read more of this article
No-Fly Zone Active For Drone Show On Sunday
The Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] is informing the public that a temporary no-fly zone will be in effect on Sunday [Dec 7] to accommodate the Marketplace parade and fireworks and drone display. This restriction is necessary while preparations and the execution of the drone show and fireworks display are underway. The no-fly zone applies to... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Christmas Onion
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a festive Bermuda Christmas onion, blending bright holiday lights and soft, cheerful colours for a warm, whimsical seasonal touch. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper,... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: BHS AI Lab Ribbon Cutting
Bermuda High School [BHS] officially opened The Rajeev Kapur Centre for AI Leadership with a ribbon-cutting ceremony during its inaugural AI Summit earlier this week. “AI is a powerful tool that is shaping our future. However, human development still requires that young people know how to ask questions, think and possess a broad base of knowledge... Read more of this article
2025 Video Game Design Challenge Winners
Bermuda Island Games hosted its 4th Video Game Design Challenge, with the Clarke team winning first place, Colton Kearns and Evan Nappee taking second, and Reya Somner and Axel Cardell-Naranjo placing third. A spokesperson said, “On November 21st and 22nd, Bermuda Island Games held their 4th Video Game Design Challenge to see which group could come... Read more of this article
BermudAir And Paradise Mobile Roaming Deal
BermudAir and Paradise Mobile have launched a roaming offer for customers who book BermudAir flights through January 19, 2026. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir and Paradise Mobile today announced the next evolution of their partnership: an exclusive roaming offer for anyone who books a BermudAir flight between now and 19 January 2026. “Customers... Read more of this article
