Category: technology
Wallpaper Wednesday: Astwood Park
The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a stunning aerial view of Astwood Park in Warwick, showcasing the island’s turquoise waters, rugged coastline, and lush greenery. 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
Bermuda Competes At FIRST Global Robotics
The Bermuda National Robotics Team has returned home following “an inspiring and high-performing run at the prestigious FIRST Global Robotics Competition.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Robotics Team has returned home following an inspiring and high-performing run at the prestigious FIRST Global Robotics Competition, where... Read more of this article
BELCO: All Power Restored Following Melissa
BELCO is advising the public that “power has been restored to all customers following Hurricane Melissa.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised residents power has been restored to all customers following Hurricane Melissa. “The peak number of outages was approximately 19,000 customers... Read more of this article
Global Authorities Launch 2025 Privacy Sweep
More than thirty data protection and privacy authorities from around the world will examine websites and mobile applications commonly used by children as part of the 2025 Global Privacy Enforcement Network privacy sweep taking place this week. A spokesperson said, “Regulators will examine whether websites and mobile applications that are known to... Read more of this article
Bermuda Delegation Attend ITC Vegas 2025
A contingent of public and private sector leaders from Bermuda recently attended ITC Vegas 2025, which was described as “the world’s largest gathering for those passionate about driving innovation in insurance through technology.” A spokesperson said, “The group’s participation in the annual event showcased the jurisdiction’s... Read more of this article
October 2025: Top 10 Bernews Instagram Photos
During October 2025, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included the island welcoming two babies during a hurricane, MaLahku Selassie earning a Tradewinds captain position, police seeking help to locate 14-year-old Koral McCann, police confirming a male’s body was located in the water, the Taste of Bermuda City Food Festival... Read more of this article
Air Traffic Issue Temporarily Disrupts Flights
The Bermuda Airport Authority confirmed that a brief communication issue between New York Air Traffic Control and the Bermuda Tower caused some flight delays this afternoon [Oct 31]. A Bermuda Airport Authority spokesperson said, “Further to previous EMO updates, kindly be advised we experienced an issue with communication between NY Air traffic... Read more of this article
Commercial Vehicle Permit Now Available Online
The Transport Control Department [TCD] has announced that the Commercial Vehicle Permit [CVP] application is now available online at forms.gov.bm. A Government spokesperson said, “The online application for the CVP is the most recent addition to the services available on forms.gov.bm. “The Commercial Vehicle Permit [CVP] is required for individuals... Read more of this article
Weather Radar Repair Underway Update
The Bermuda Airport Authority has assured the public that efforts are underway to restore the island’s weather radar, with a replacement part expected from Europe. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Airport Authority understands and shares the public’s frustration that the weather radar is currently inoperable. We request the public’s patience... Read more of this article
Wallpaper Wednesday: Halloween Treefrog
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a playful treefrog embracing the Halloween spirit, cruising on a pink scooter beneath a glowing sunset sky. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, as well as social media cover graphics, visit BermudaCovers.com, and if you would like to request a specific Bermuda-related... Read more of this article
BPS Warns Of “Sophisticated Email Scam”
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is advising the public to “be on alert for a sophisticated email scam currently circulating locally.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service advises the public to be on alert for a sophisticated email scam currently circulating locally. “In this scam, individuals receive what... Read more of this article
CCS Group Partners With Cyber Tec Security
CCS Group Limited has partnered with UK-based Cyber Tec Security to help organisations enhance their cybersecurity resilience and compliance. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda-based, full-service tech firm, CCS Group Limited, has announced a new partnership with Cyber Tec Security, one of the United Kingdom’s leading certifying bodies, to help organisations... Read more of this article
