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Video: Bermuda Shown From Space Station

Bermuda’s picturesque landscape was captured from the Space Station, providing an out of this world view of the island and our unique position in the Atlantic Ocean. ISS Above tweeted the video below and said, “The island of Bermuda – captured live from the Space Station at 2:28 p.m. AST today. Bermuda is approximately 21 miles long... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Shimmering Waters

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features an image of shimmering Bermuda waters. 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 image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below, and check... Read more of this article

CariGenetics Achieves Service Lab Certification

CariGenetics has reached a significant milestone by obtaining service lab certification, “making it the first Oxford Nanopore Technologies [ONT] PromethION account in the LATAM & Caribbean region to achieve this status.” A spokesperson said, “This certification, featured on ONT’s Service Provider list, marks a transformative... Read more of this article

Whitney Students Create Bermuda Fitted Dinghy

[Updated with video] A group of M3 students at Whitney Institute are completing the construction of a life-size Bermuda Fitted Dinghy in a classroom project led by Design and Technology teacher Neil Phillips with the assistance of tradition bearer and master carpenter Milton Hill. A government spokesperson said, “Tradition Bearers is a joint... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Bermuda Word Seaglass

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a graphic design showing the word ‘Bermuda’ written in on seaglass on a beach. 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 image or Instagram story.... Read more of this article

Crime Stoppers Addresses Call Center Issues

Crime Stoppers Bermuda said they “are having intermittent issues with our Miami Call Center,” and have urged the public to “visit our website and use our anonymous online reporting form.” A spokesperson said, “Local registered charity Crime Stoppers Bermuda would like to advise the public that we are having intermittent... Read more of this article

Robinson: Questions ‘Remain Unanswered’

“Bermuda was hit with a crippling cyberattack last September and the Government of Bermuda is yet to confirm with the public whether personal data was compromised,” Opposition Senator Dwayne Robinson said. Senator Robinson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance has repeatedly called for the Government to give the people of Bermuda the answers... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Path To Ocean In East End

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a scenic look at a path to the ocean in the East End. 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 image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes... Read more of this article

BPS: Remain Vigilant For Online & Phone Scams

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to “urge residents to remain vigilant regarding online scams and phone scams.” A police spokesperson said, “While such scams are always evolving, most use similar tactics involving social engineering, which can be defined as all techniques aimed at persuading someone to reveal specific information... Read more of this article

Wallpaper Wednesday: Time Flies On The Beach

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a watch with wings on the beach, signifying that time flies. 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 image or Instagram story. You can download both... Read more of this article

City To Trial New Software In No 5 Car Park

The City of Hamilton advised “that, as of January 3rd, 2024, the City will be trialing its new License Plate Recognition [LPR] Software at the Number 5 car park on Front Street [next to Pier 6]. A spokesperson said, “LPR will create a new parking system that will give motorists various ticketless parking options using app-based products. “LPR... Read more of this article

RA To Extend Oversight To Fuel Sector

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda announced “its expansion into the regulation of the fuel sector, effective 1 January 2024.” A spokesperson said, “This strategic move is in alignment with the Fuel Act 2022, signifying a noteworthy step in the organisation’s commitment to regulatory oversight in Bermuda. This aligns with... Read more of this article

Govt Advisory: Phishing Emails Are Circulating

The Bermuda Government is advising the public that “phishing emails are circulating, purporting to be from various Government Departments.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government advises that phishing emails are circulating, purporting to be from various Government Departments. “These emails are false phishing emails... Read more of this article

RA Approves Increase In Feed-In-Tariff

The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] has approved an adjustment to the Feed-In-Tariff [FIT], increasing it from 0.131 $/kWh to 0.1915 $/kWh. A spokesperson said, “This decision is a calculated response to the dynamic shifts unfolding in both the energy and economic landscapes. “The rationale behind this move is grounded in a commitment... Read more of this article

TLF Opens 2024 Internship Program Applications

The Technology Leadership Forum [TLF] announced the opening of applications for the 2024 TLF IT Mentoring Internship Program. A spokesperson said, “This prestigious program is aimed at addressing the ever-increasing challenges in the recruitment, development, and retention of high-quality staff within the technology industry. “The Technology... Read more of this article

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