Category: News
Update On Restricted & Closed Job Categories
The Ministry of Economy and Labour issued an update on Restricted and Closed job categories. A Government spokesperson said, “Effective September 1st, 2025, the Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that the moratorium on new work permits issued for the following Closed job categories is extended for three months, ending November 30th,... Read more of this article
Review: Kurt Stapff’s 90th Birthday Celebration
[Written by Dale Butler] The 90th birthday celebration of Kurt Stapff, organized by his wife Rose Ann and daughters Natalie and Joanna at a Warwick residence, was a magical, musical treat on Saturday, August 23rd. It brought back memories of the Waterlot Sunday brunches where they greeted patrons with the sounds of New Orleans from their band The Somers... Read more of this article
Football World Cup Qualifiers Team Announced
Nahki Wells, Danté Leverock, and Dale Eve are among the footballers included in the squad for the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying matches in September. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is delighted to announce the final team selected for the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying matches in September 2025. “Here we are at the... Read more of this article
Tests Show Vulnerable Species In Sargasso Sea
Innovative environmental DNA sequencing and acoustic surveys have revealed “vulnerable and near-threatened species” in the Sargasso Sea, Greenpeace said. A spokesperson said, “The presence of elusive pygmy sperm whales, as well as vulnerable and near-threatened species, has been detected in the Sargasso Sea using innovative environmental... Read more of this article
Zoe Oduntan Launches Youth Rowing Club
[Written by Stephen Wright] Twelve-year-old Zoe Oduntan has set out to build a youth rowing community in Bermuda by founding the Longtails Rowing Club. The club, operating under the Bermuda Rowing Association [BRA], already has 12 middle- and high-school members and is seeking volunteers with sculling experience, either to coach on a volunteer basis... Read more of this article
Video: LeiLanni Nesbeth On Career And More
Bermuda women’s footballer Leilanni Nesbeth has reflected on the hurdles she has overcome during her sporting journey during a recent interview. The Chicago Red Stars midfielder was recently featured on the National Women’s Soccer League’s ION Features, where she spoke candidly about her dual passion for football and cricket, and the personal... Read more of this article
Photos: Lightning In The East End
Lightning illuminated the skies over St. George’s and the East End on Wednesday evening, and one of Bernews photographers captured the images below. Related Stories Photos: Last Night’s Lightning & Thunderstorm Govt. Voicemail Not Operational Following Storm Lightning Strikes Roof Of Southampton Church Photos: Lightning... Read more of this article
Video: August 28th Bernews Morning Newsflash
A van & pedestrian collision on Front Street, a disruptive inmate during transport, the Bermuda Tax Reform Commission Report, Sompo’s $3.5 billion acquisition of Aspen, a roadside trimming campaign launched by the Ministry of Public Works and Environment, 172 students taking part in an employment initiative, and a virtual career session... Read more of this article
Bermuda Tax Reform Commission Report
The Tax Reform Commission [TRC] today released its report on policy recommendations to “reshape Bermuda’s tax system to reduce the cost of living and the cost of doing business, and to promote job creation, economic growth, social equity and healthy public finances.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance,... Read more of this article
Inmate Becomes ‘Disruptive’ During Transport
An inmate being transported from the Courts to the Co-Ed Facility “became disruptive and attempted to manipulate their restraints,” and “additional officers were called to assist” and “the situation was contained.” A Government spokesman advised: “A Department of Corrections escort was transporting an inmate from... Read more of this article
Ministry Launches Roadside Trimming Campaign
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is launching a public awareness campaign to remind property owners to routinely trim overhanging trees and hedges that extend onto the Island’s roadways. A Government spokesperson said, “Through Government and Waste Management communication platforms, the campaign will encourage residents to act now to... Read more of this article
172 Students Take Part In Employment Initiative
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is celebrating 172 students for participating in the 2025 Youth Employment Programmes this summer, an initiative designed to “bridge the gap between education and meaningful employment.” A Government spokesperson said, “The programmes, which include the Summer Employment Programme and Summer... Read more of this article
