[Column written by Dr. Cheryl Peek-Ball] I am, by nature, an idealist. In a world that often feels chaotic and unbalanced, my instinct is to look for hope — even when that creates a certain inner tension. It would be naïve, even foolish, to ignore the realities around us. As scripture reminds us, “the world’s […]
25th, February 2026, 11:14pm
Elan Daley earned a National Championship Qualifying Time as the University of Tennessee women’s swim team finished second at the SEC Swimming and Diving Championships. Daley swam the Women’s 200-Yard Freestyle preliminaries in 1:46.80, placing 25th, just off her personal best of 1:46.46. In the Women’s 50-Yard Freestyle preliminaries, she finished 30th in 22.69, narrowly […]
25th, February 2026, 11:13pm
Visiting Caribbean Ministers joined a specially curated tour of Hamilton to explore Bermuda’s legacy of resistance, civil rights, and social justice under the powerful theme “A Monument. A Testament.” A spokesperson said, “As part of the Caribbean Tourism Organization Ministerial programme, visiting Ministers participated in a curated historical and cultural tour of the City of […]
25th, February 2026, 09:54pm
The Bermuda Red Cross has expanded its Medical Equipment Rental Service to include hospital beds. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Red Cross extends its sincere gratitude to the generous donors whose support has strengthened our Equipment Rental Service and helped us better serve individuals and families across the island. “Through our work in the community, […]
25th, February 2026, 09:52pm
The St. Baldrick’s event will be held on March 13 at Docksiders Pub, with people shaving their heads to raise funds and support life-saving childhood cancer research. A spokesperson said, “For more than two decades, the Bermuda community has shown extraordinary courage, compassion, and commitment to children with cancer. Since 2002, Bermudians have come together […]
25th, February 2026, 09:35pm
Strike Force extended their lead atop the Commercial Bowling League with a 4–0 victory over ninth-placed Butt & Vallis at Warwick Lanes. Second-placed Who Gives A Split had a scheduled bye. Mid-table teams took advantage of the round, with Sweet Life defeating fifth-placed Spare Parts 3–1 and fourth-placed Too Legit To Split also winning 3–1 […]
25th, February 2026, 09:30pm
In Bermuda Youth Basketball [BYB] League basketball action, the Mambas defeated the Piranhas 47-36, while the Cobras secured a 72-54 win over the Bulldogs. A spokesperson said, “The 2025-26 BYB League tipped off this past Saturday with double-header action at MSA Gymnasium. The 3-6 Mambas faced a Piranhas team who are currently last in the league at 2-7. “With four […]
25th, February 2026, 09:22pm
The Bermuda Power Boat Association has held the election of its new executive committee, with experienced racer Jermal Woolridge being appointed commodore. Woolridge, who replaces Janae Nesbitt after running unopposed for the position, has been involved in local racing since 2007. The association plans to relaunch its junior programme, which was suspended last season. Darius […]
25th, February 2026, 07:11pm
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a delicate watercolor scene featuring the word ‘Bermuda’ in elegant script, framed by vibrant pink hibiscus flowers and soft ocean waves. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a […]
25th, February 2026, 06:55pm
Kayla Bardgett and her Savannah College of Art and Design [SCAD] teammates extended their winning streak to 10 with a victory at an IHSA Regular Season Event hosted by Florida State University. SCAD earned the Champion title with 47 points, maintaining an undefeated record for the 2025-2026 season. Bardgett, competing in the Open Flat Division, […]
25th, February 2026, 06:38pm