Category: News
‘People Testing Positive & Still Attending Events’
“We are extremely concerned about reports of people who are testing positive and still attending events such as football games, holiday parties and social gatherings,” Acting Minister of Health Wayne Furbert said, adding that “this is simply irresponsible.” In releasing last night’s [Dec 30] test results, Minister Furbert... Read more of this article
CDC: Cruise Ship Travel “Should Be Avoided”
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has increased the risk level for cruise ship travel to its highest level and said “it should be avoided, regardless of vaccination status.” A CNN story said, “The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday increased the risk level for cruise ship travel to its highest level... Read more of this article
Information Commissioner Issues Two Decisions
Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez has issued two decisions regarding the Ministry of Social Development and Seniors Headquarters and the Office of the Clerk of the Legislature. A spokesperson said, “On 23 and 24 December 2021, Information Commissioner Gitanjali Gutierrez issued Decision 19/2021, Ministry of Social Development and Seniors... Read more of this article
Man To Be Charged In Connection With Murder
A 24-year-old man will appear in court next week in “connection with the murder of Osagi Bascome,” the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda police can confirm a 24-year-old male will appear in court on Tuesday 4th January 2022 in connection with the murder of Osagi Bascome.” Detective Chief Inspector Peter... Read more of this article
115,145 Total Vaccinations, 72.4% Had One Dose
As of December 23rd, Bermuda has administered a total of 115,145 vaccinations and 72.4% of the population has received one dose, 71.0% have had two doses, while 34.9% of the population has also received a booster. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health also provided an update on the current vaccination programme status, noting that... Read more of this article
Video: Dec 31st Bernews Morning Newsflash
406 new confirmed Covid-19 cases in Bermuda, 522 active cases with zero people in hospital, 115,145 vaccinations administered, 669 cases announced so far this month, police continue to investigate shooting, Air Canada suspending Bermuda flights, retail sales decreased 3.8% in September 2021 and Cambridge Beaches gingerbread house are some of the... Read more of this article
Top 10 Most Viewed Videos For December 2021
During December 2021, Bernews posted over 200 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included the police press conference, the Christmas Parade Motorcade, Christmas Boat Parade, Gombeys and more. As far as Facebook videos, the most viewed for the month... Read more of this article
Police Continue To Investigate Shooting
The police continue to investigate the shooting last night on Mount Hill Road in Pembroke that left a 21-year-old man in the hospital, with the police appealing for witnesses to the shooting as well as anyone with “information on a fight that occurred outside the victim’s residence on Boxing Day between 10:30 and 11:00am.” A police spokesperson... Read more of this article
Covid-19: 406 New, 522 Active, 0 In Hospital
The Ministry received 13,772 test results – spanning seven days — and 406 were positive, so active cases have now increased to 522, with zero people in hospital. The Ministry said, “Since the last update, the Ministry of Health received 13,772 test results and 406 were positive for COVID-19, giving a test positivity rate of 2.9%. “These... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: Dec 30 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
Skyport Releases Flight Schedule For January
Skyport released the airline flight schedule for January 2022, with American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue Airways, Delta Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet Airlines, and SATA Azores International all scheduled to serve Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “January changes include: Daily MIA flight returning back to 21:53 arrival and 8:35am Departure Air... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Decreased 3.8% In September 2021
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 3.2% in September – the overall volume of retail sales decreased 3.8% when compared to September 2020, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Cabinet Office released the September 2021 Retail Sales Index [RSI]. September’s... Read more of this article
