[Opinion column written by Michaele Parfitt-Smith] When most people hear the term ACEs, they think of Adverse Childhood Experiences: abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction that occur before the age of 18. This framework fundamentally changed how we understand the long-term impact of childhood trauma on health, addiction, mental health, and life outcomes. But trauma does […]
2nd, February 2026, 07:00pm
[Written by Nicola MacDougall] Asthma is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting Bermudian children and adults, yet one of the simplest ways to improve control is often overlooked — the pillow. While we pay close attention to medications, inhaler technique, and avoiding outdoor triggers, the place where we spend almost one third of […]
2nd, February 2026, 06:43pm
Bahrain has provided Bermuda a certificate providing data sovereignty protections for Bermudian companies hosting data in Bahrain and has also also granted Bermudian passport holders visas on arrival when entering Bahrain, supporting easier travel. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, today continued official engagements in the […]
1st, February 2026, 08:36pm
East End churches welcomed the New Year by hosting the traditional Annual Sea Sunday Service in January, uniting clergy and the maritime community in worship and appreciation. A spokesperson said, “East End Churches started the New Year off in the traditional fashion. Pastor Milton Burgess and the St. Luke AME congregation welcomed the Bermuda Branch […]
1st, February 2026, 08:06pm
During January 2026, the top 10 ‘most liked’ photos on the Bernews Instagram page included 2026′ first baby, Chamber of Commerce appointing Aaron Furbert, CURB announcing Equity Empowerment Grant recipients, St George’s New Year’s Eve celebration, BTA appointing Michael DeCouto & Kiara Isaac, majestic marine visitor, nature’s beauty, a peaceful shoreline, waters at Blue Hole […]
1st, February 2026, 07:00pm
Monday, February 2 is expected to see possible sunny breaks between clusters of blustery showers, with the high to be near 17°C/62°F and the low to be near 12°C/53°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 7.13am […]
1st, February 2026, 06:00pm
Robin Hood enjoyed a convincing win over FC Rhino in round two of the Corona League Cup at Goose Gosling Field. Hood won 9-3 thanks to hat-tricks from Matt Madeiros and Pete Taylor, plus goals from Nial Kilroy, Donal Carey and Harry Ryland. Rhino’s scorers were Marquis Burgess [2] and Shannon Burchall. Inter BDA drew […]
1st, February 2026, 05:47pm
All ferry services have been canceled and BELCO crews are actively working to restore power as high winds continue to impact Bermuda, with a Gale Warning remaining in effect until tonight. The BWS public synopsis states, “A complex triple centered low continues to deepen to our west through north. Southwesterly gale force winds will occasionally […]
1st, February 2026, 02:07pm
Due to inclement weather, all ferry services are suspended today [Feb 1]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine & Ports Service advises that, due to inclement weather, all ferry services are suspended today, only on Sunday, 1 February.” The latest forecast from the Bermuda Weather Service states, “A complex triple centered low continues […]
1st, February 2026, 01:56pm
Swimmers hit the pool for the BASA Winter Short Course Meet this weekend, with heat winners including Robin Sapelez, Tallulah Morris, Sidney Rencken, Mateusz Dudek-Mealy, Aidan Taylor, Kanji Armstrong, Eva Desjardins, Elena Bortoli, Emilia Dunkerley, Calvin Haldeman, Walker Smith, Ethan Smith, Sam Williamson, Alanna Frawley, Evelyn Fahy, Scarlett Spurling, Sienna Spurling, Maxwell Williams, Spencer Haldeman, […]
1st, February 2026, 12:43pm