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April 7 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,563.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 4 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 3 […]

“We are exploring all possible contingencies to maintain the continuity of our supply chain to shield Bermudians from further increases in prices,” Premier David Burt said as he outlined the actions being taken in light of the proposed U.S legislation that would result in significantly higher port fees for vessels built in China, including the MV Oleander. A […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 7] include notification of planning applications registered, acting appointments and boards appointments. List of Planning Applications Advertised on April 7, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0357/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 07 April, 2025 The […]

The Southside Motocross Track witnessed a series of dominant performances on Race Day 8 of the Bermuda Motocross Association season this weekend. A’jahni Foggo displayed impressive form in the 85cc Class, winning all three races and establishing his dominance in the category. In the 85cc Ladies Class, Nyla Goodchild continued her strong run. Rome Dill […]

Richard Ambrosio has been officially appointed Chief Executive of the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda, following Board confirmation and after serving as Interim CE since November 2023. A spokesperson said, “The Regulatory Authority of Bermuda [RA] is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Ambrosio as its Chief Executive [CE], following confirmation by the Board of […]

The Bermuda Chess Association is promoting the Queen’s Gambit Challenge, a free online coaching program for women by the World Chess Governing Body, FIDE. A spokesperson said, “Chess is steadily growing in Bermuda, thanks to the dedicated efforts of the Bermuda Chess Association [BCA]. The association has launched initiatives aimed at expanding chess education in […]

The newly revised Judicial Complaints Protocol for Bermuda has been issued. Chief Justice Larry Mussenden said, “It is my pleasure, along with Sir Christopher Clarke, President of the Court of Appeal and Chair of the JLSC, to issue the Judicial Complaints Protocol for Bermuda [Revised 4 April 2025]. The Protocol is effective 4 April 2025. “The […]

Kaden Hopkins finished 21st in the third stage of the 35th edition of the 6 Days of Crédit Agricole in Guadeloupe yesterday [April 6]. The race was held between Basse-Terre and Sainte-Rose over a distance of 109.9 kilometres. Hopkins, of Unisportlamentinois, finished in a time of 2hr 58min 40sec. The Bermudian, who came 62nd in […]

Krista Dyer has competed in her opening bout at the Sanda World Cup, held in Jiangyin, China, where she faced a formidable opponent. The Bermudian, competing in the women 65kg division, was defeated by experienced Iranian Sedigheh Dariaeivarkadeh, with the judges’ scoring resulting in a 12-point spread. Dyer, who represents the Bermuda Sanshou Association, meets […]

Jasmine Spence scored in Newport Pagnell Town Women’s 3-1 win away to Leicester City Ladies First Team in the East Midlands Women’s Regional Football League Division One South yesterday [April 6]. Newport Pagnell Town are third in the league with one game remaining. Spence has scored ten league goals this term. Related Stories Aaliyah Nolan […]

Aaliyah Nolan scored in Bradford City AFC Women’s 4-0 win at home to Ponteland United Women yesterday [April 6]. The Bermuda women’s national team forward, who was named Player of the Match, has scored seven league goals this season. Bradford City AFC Women are second in the North East Regional Women’s Football League Premier. Your […]

Footballer Aaliyah Nolan scored in Bradford City AFC Women’s 4-0 win at home to Ponteland United Women yesterday [April 6]. The Bermuda women’s national team forward, who was named Player of the Match, has scored seven league goals this season. Bradford City AFC Women are second in the North East Regional Women’s Football League Premier. […]

Bermuda Walls returns this week for a “spectacular celebration of street art which will see the creation of more than 10 new murals across Hamilton in a collaboration between local and international artists.” A spokesperson said, “From today, the public are invited to keep their eyes peeled for the 11 international and 7 Bermudian muralists who […]

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] has welcomed Brit Re as a new member, with Jonathan Stephenson appointed to the ABIR board of directors. A spokesperson said, “The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] is pleased to welcome Brit Re, the Bermuda-based reinsurance platform of Brit Ltd. [Brit], as a new member. […]

[Opinion column written by MP Dwayne Robinson] President Trump’s tariff announcement has caused the world to re-evaluate age-old alliances and trade agreements. While this is causing uncertainty and anxiety, it is crucial that legislators from all sides pull together to help Bermuda weather these difficult times. One of the best ways to do this is […]

[Opinion column written by Minister Michael Weeks] There’s something we all want—no matter who we are or where we live—and that’s to feel safe. Safe in our homes. Safe on our streets. Safe in letting our children go to school or hang out with friends. And when that safety is threatened by violence, by tragedy, or […]

The Bermuda SPCA’s Paws to the Park returns to the Botanical Gardens on April 13 with fun for all and funds raised supporting animal care and therapy programs. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda SPCA is excited to bring back Paws to the Park—a community favorite that promises a morning of fun, fur, and fundraising at […]

Abacus Ltd. has announced the addition of two new team members: Angel Bucoy as Financial Solutions Consultant, and Darlene Friend as Executive Assistant. A spokesperson said, “As Abacus continues to experience significant growth, these strategic hires have been made to ensure the firm continues to provide the highest level of service to its ever-growing client […]

Bermuda’s participation in the One Guyana 3×3 Quest Basketball Tournament has concluded at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in Guyana. The Bermuda team, consisting of John Lee, Yusef Riley, Darea Smith, and Johnathan Lowe, competed in pool B alongside a diverse range of international teams. The tournament, a celebration of 3×3 basketball, brought together teams […]

Ice hockey player Blake Montgomery helped the London Knights defeat the Owen Sound Attack 8-4 away in the second round of their Western Conference quarter-final series yesterday [April 6]. The Knights, who completed a 4-0 clean sweep of the Attack, will face the Eerie Otters in the second round of the play-offs, starting at home […]

Ki-Juan Minors has started competing on the Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC [ESP] Spring Circuit in Wellington, Florida. The Bermudian equestrian entered the 2025 ESP Spring 1 event, taking to the center ring in the 1.35m Open Jumper II2d Division. Riding Kylie J, Minors achieved a successful first round, clocking a clear round time of 40.683 seconds. […]

BBC Sport has featured Bermudian footballer Nahki Wells for his impressive form this season. The BBC Sport story said, “Bristol City forward Nahki Wells is having a ‘really strong season’, says manager Liam Manning, who has praised the example the striker sets within the team. “Wells scored his ninth league goal of the campaign and […]

Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University Sailing teammates have emerged victorious at the South East Interscholastic Sailing Association [SEISA] Open Fleet Race Championships. The championships were decided after just one day of racing, as adverse weather conditions forced the cancellation of day two. A total of seven schools competed on the waters of Lake Pontchartrain […]

A trip in February 2025 by Premier David Burt to Barbados cost $2,698.13, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from February 19, 2025 – February 21, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, travelled to Barbados from […]

Bermuda College celebrated its 50th anniversary with a gala at the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club this weekend. The College noted, “Since our establishment in 1974, Bermuda College has stood as a proud pillar of our community, nurturing a legacy of remarkable alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields. This 50th Anniversary Gala […]

Premier David Burt welcomed the top three finalists – Jared Arnante, Olivia Brown and Samantha Hernandez – of the 2025 Bermuda National Primary School Spelling Bee to the Cabinet Office. A Government spokesperson said, “The occasion was an opportunity for the Premier to recognise their success in one of the island’s most anticipated academic competitions for primary students. […]

The 163-foot long superyacht No Stress recently paid a visit to St. George’s. The YachtCharterFleet website said, “The 50m [163ft] superyacht No Stress has been launched by Italian shipyard Rossinavi at their Viareggio shipyard in Italy, becoming the first yacht to be equipped with AI and feature a hybrid propulsion system. “Described by the shipyard […]

Premier David Burt met with the newly appointed US Consul General Antoinette Hurtado during an introductory visit following the start of her tenure in March. A Government spokesperson said, “The meeting provided an opportunity to reaffirm the enduring partnership between Bermuda and the United States. Discussions encompassed a range of shared priorities, including trade, national security, […]

The Berkeley Institute Gymnasium was the venue for a Bermuda Basketball Association double-header which saw a total of 195 points scored. New Era Flyboys Edge Out Reapers in Tight Opener The opening game of the night saw a closely contested battle between the New Era Flyboys and the Reapers. The Flyboys ultimately secured a narrow […]

Monday, April 7 is expected to see variable cloud with a chance of pre-dawn or overnight sprinkles, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be […]

Jake Brislane and Gayle Lindsay raced to victory in the 2025 Ludwig Cann 10K Road Race this morning [April 6]. Brislane secured a comfortable victory in the men’s race, setting a strong pace and crossing the finish line in 36 minutes and 35 seconds. Christopher Hands-Jackson finished second with a time of 37 minutes and […]

The nationally ranked #37 Arizona State University [ASU] men’s tennis team, featuring Daniel Phillips, defeated nationally ranked #68 Oklahoma State 4-3 at the Whiteman Tennis Center. The match began with a setback for Arizona State in the doubles. While the #66 ranked pair of Bor Artnak and Phillips secured a 6-3 win over Oklahoma State’s […]

Bermuda is among the nations represented at the One Guyana 3×3 Quest Basketball Tournament which is taking place at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in Guyana. Teams from Ecuador, Guatemala, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Switzerland, St. Maarten, St. Lucia, St. Kitts and Nevis, Trinidad and Tobago, the USA, the Cayman Islands, Grenada, Bermuda, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian airline pilot Derek Anderson — who has worked on cargo flights, air ambulance flights in the Canadian arctic and passenger flights — vividly remembers the moment he fell in love with flying. At just three years old, while playing outside at nursery, he stumbled upon a small toy airplane. Something […]

Alexcie Burrows played a pivotal role as her Virginia State University [VSU] women’s tennis teammates secured a 7-0 victory over the Panthers of Virginia Union. VSU demonstrated their superiority in the contest, delivering a clean sweep against their opponents. Burrows’s contributions in both doubles and singles were instrumental to VSU’s dominant performance. In the doubles […]

His plans going forward, antisocial behavior, education, and community engagement were among the topics as Cire Bean – who ran in Constituency 36 Sandys North as an independent candidate during the General Election – joined Bernews for the latest episode of the Bernews News & Views series. Related Stories Video: Interview With Shalleya Codrington Video: […]

The Bermuda National Athletics Association announced Bermuda’s team for the 2025 Carifta Games, which scheduled to take place from April 19 to 21 in Trinidad and Tobago, with almost 20 young athletes set to represent Bermuda in the prestigious event. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Athletics Association proudly extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the […]

The Bermuda Police Service is “renewing its appeal for your assistance in locating 57-year-old Bermudian National, Michael Miranda.” A police spokesperson said, “Mr. Miranda is described as being 5’ 5” in height, slim built and light complexioned with brown hair, worn long. “Mr. Miranda was last seen around 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025, […]

A crucial match with playoff implications saw BDA Spirits secure a 7-2 victory over Positive Image Dental at the PCC Hockey Rink. BDA Spirits’ dominant performance was largely driven by Jean-michael Tremblay, who showcased his scoring prowess with an impressive five goals. Anddrew Bonner further contributed to the Spirits’ tally with two goals. Positive Image […]

News that Chancery Legal promoted Tanisha Butler and Aqueelah Simmons, Ryan Outerbridge delivered a record-breaking performance at the SNHU Spring Invitational in New Hampshire, and Island Trading donated over $8,000 worth of workwear clothing to P.A.L.S. Thrift Shop were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Raleigh […]

Nathan Armstrong competed in the Rider 5-Way 2025, hosted by Rider University, participating in both the men’s 800m and men’s 1500m races. In the men’s 800m, Armstrong finished 12th, recording a time of 2 minutes and 5.32 seconds. Armstrong also competed in the men’s 1500m, where he finished 13th with a time of 4 minutes […]

Adam Hall helped the Nashville Sounds enjoy a 10-2 win away to the Gwinnett Stripers in Minor League Baseball yesterday [April 5]. Nashville racked up a season-high 14 hits and three home runs. The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers. The Sounds face Gwinnett Stripers in Game […]

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island claimed their first win of United Soccer League [USL] Championship season after defeating Oakland Roots SC 3-0 away yesterday [April 5]. Albert Dikwa opened the scoring in the 40th minute before Clay Holstad doubled Rhode Island’s lead in the 42nd minute. JJ Williams added a third moments before the interval. Smith, […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph enjoyed a 1-0 win at home to Charlotte Independence in the United Soccer League [USL] League One yesterday [April 5]. Leo Castro’s goal in the 86th minute sealed the win. Bermudian head coach Wright led Greenville to the semi-final plays-offs in his first season in charge last term. A former Saltus […]

The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] Constituencies 9–13 held their Easter Eggstravaganza event this afternoon [April 5] featuring an Easter Egg hunt, free treats, face painting, music, food and more. Hosted by Shomari Talbot-Woolridge, Senator Lindsay Simmons, Christopher Famous, Andre Famous and Minister Diallo Rabain, the event was originally scheduled to be held at Elliot, however […]

The government has issued another advisory about an online scam, this time in reference to a video post circulating on Facebook purporting to be a statement from the Premier, with the government noting that it is a “fake AI-generated scam.” The Cabinet Office advised this evening that a “recent video post circulating on Facebook purporting to be […]

The Bermuda Under-17 women’s national football team were defeated 9-1 by Costa Rica Under-17 women in the final round of the Concacaf Under-17 Women’s Qualifier in Toluca today [April 5]. Janiya Sealey scored a superb free kick for Bermuda to give them the lead in the fourth minute. Bermuda finished fourth in group A, having […]

Sunday, April 6 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, chance of a late night sprinkle, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be south. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise […]

Bermuda Craft Brewing has won a silver medal at the Best of Craft Beer Awards in Oregon. The Bermuda Craft Brewing posted the photo online below, saying, “Silver never tasted so good! Our Parish Pilsner takes home the silver medal at Best of Craft Beer Awards in Oregon. “Competing against top breweries from across North America, […]

Kane Crichlow scored the decisive goal for Chelmsford City in their Vanarama National League South match against Chippenham Town FC this weekend, with the Bermudian footballer scoring the lone goal of the match in the 74th-minute to earn his team a 1-0 win. Image via the club’s social media account: Related Stories Logan Jiménez Scores Twice For […]