Assistant Commissioner of Police Martin Weekes to resume role at BPS, Senate in session today, Geographic Information System platform launched for Climate Change, Daniel Phillips receives ASU Bermuda Scholarship, BFA D Licence Coaching course underway, Junior Pan Ams to feature 28 sports and Wallpaper Wednesday features Bermuda Christmas are some of the stories in this […]
18th, December 2024, 07:00pm
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a festive Bermuda-shaped graphic adorned with Christmas trees and Santa’s sleigh. You can find more Christmas-themed designs at Bermudacovers.com. 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, […]
18th, December 2024, 06:55pm
The Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay, will feature 28 sports and 43 disciplines. More than 4,000 athletes from 41 countries are expected to compete in the Games, which will run from August 9 to 23 next year. There will be four new sports added the programme: field hockey, golf, rugby and waterski /wakeboard. […]
18th, December 2024, 06:47pm
December 17 saw 80 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $112.00 BD. 80 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing even at $1.65 per share. The BSX finished at 2,501.05, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 53 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
18th, December 2024, 06:15pm
The official Government and Legal notices for today [Dec 17] include acting appointments, notification of planning applications registered, contracts, assent, road sobriety checkpoint notice, appointment of marriage officer and cancellation of registration. Director Department Of Health Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN1129/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Health Department Publication date: 17 December, 2024 […]
17th, December 2024, 08:00pm
Following an independent investigation into Assistant Commissioner of Police [ACOP] Martin Weekes “it has been determined there is no case to answer,” and he “is scheduled to resume the role of ACOP Operations on December 23rd.” Deputy Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood said, “Following an independent investigation into allegations of Gross Misconduct on the part of […]
17th, December 2024, 07:00pm
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 […]
17th, December 2024, 06:58pm
Wednesday December 18 is expected to see Intervals of clouds and sunshine, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 18°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 7:15am and sunset will […]
17th, December 2024, 06:00pm
The Government of Bermuda has launched a Geographic Information System [GIS] designed to enhance understanding and inform action based on the findings of the recently published Climate Change and Its Impact on Bermuda Study. A spokesperson said, “The public will recall that this landmark study, released on November 27, highlights the pressing challenges and opportunities […]
17th, December 2024, 01:19pm
Associate head coach David Patrick and his LSU Tigers men’s basketball team were defeated 74-64 away to the SMU Mustangs in the NCAA Division 1 in Frisco, Texas, on Saturday [December 14]. LSU, who play in the Southeastern Conference, face the Stetson Hatters today. Bermudian Patrick join LSU as an associate head coach in May. […]
17th, December 2024, 01:13pm