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[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] When a loved one suffers a stroke, the impact is not only felt by the individual, but also by their family and caregivers. The aftermath of a stroke can be overwhelming and challenging, requiring significant adjustments and support from those closest to the affected individual. Understanding the impact of […]

[Column written by Martha Harris Myron] Today is the day. You turn 80, decades and decades longer than you ever thought you would live in this endlessly fascinating world of ours. So, what do you do to celebrate? There is the thought of the usual happy media-compelling consumer enticements. You know: maybe some golden bling […]

Due to “persistent inclement weather,” tonight’s [Oct 19] City Hall All-White Ball has been cancelled. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is advising members of the public that, unfortunately, due to persistent inclement weather, tonight’s City Hall All-White Ball, a part of the Taste of Bermuda weekend, has been cancelled. “We still invite you […]

Dame Flora Duffy achieved a breakthrough performance with her best finish in the T100 Triathlon World Tour after placing third in Lake Las Vegas today [October 19]. Duffy demonstrated her rapid improvement at the longer distance [2-kilometre swim, 80km bike, 18km run], having finished ninth in her first race of the series in Ibiza, Spain, […]

Rugby action returned to the National Sports Center, with women’s and men’s division action taking place. Women Division Police 22 Renegades 0 In the opener Police shutout the Renegades 22 – 0, the Police got single tries from Anna Hutchinson, Maegan Stecko, Akila Craig, and Olivia Smart, while Hutchinson added a conversion. Teachers 49 Amazons […]

Sunday, October 20 is expected to see a possible morning shower, brightening up during afternoon, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at 7.27am […]

The Bermuda national women’s volleyball team is matching up against St. Lucia this afternoon [Oct 19] as part of the ECVA Women’s Volleyball Championships, and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Bermuda Defeat St. Maarten In Volleyball Videos: Volleyball Beach Spike Fest Video: National Volleyball Team Travel Overseas Photos & Video: […]

Detective Constable O’Neil Swaby has retired from the Bermuda Police Service after 20 years of service. A police spokesperson said, “Friday, 18th October 2024, marked the retirement of Detective Constable [DC] O’Neil Swaby. “A proud Jamaican, he joined the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] 20 years ago and has a total of 35 years’ policing experience. […]

The Bermuda ball hockey season continued with a double-header at the PCC Hockey Rink producing 25 goals. BDA Spirits 8 Hamilton Princess 5 Thirteen goals were scored in the opener as BDA Spirits defeated the Hamilton Princess 8 – 5. BDA Spirits got 6 goals off the stick of Robbie Bailey, while Jeff Loper scored […]

Robin Hood claimed victory in the Corona League Charity Shield after beating Terrace Onions 4-3 on penalties at Goose Gosling Field yesterday [October 18]. The match ended 2-2 after regulation time, with Pete Taylor and Chris McCarthy scoring for Hood. Andy Forster and Jack Higson netted for Onions. The Corona League will feature seven teams […]

Bermuda will host its group of the 2025 Concacaf Under-17 Men’s Qualifiers in February 2025. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is thrilled to announce that Bermuda has been selected to host our group of the 2025 Concacaf Under-17 [U17] Men’s Qualifiers. This prestigious tournament will feature some of the region’s most promising young […]

At the Devonshire Recreation Club, this Premier Division match started with both teams looking to change their fortunes, Wolves were looking to bounce back from the heavy defeat they had in their last outing, while Young Men Social Club were looking to also bounce back from a defeat in their last match. The Premier Division […]

The Caribbean Golf Association Four-Ball Championships commenced at the Plantation Golf Course in Tobago, Trinidad & Tobago. In the mid-amateur men’s division, Bermuda pair Eric West and Jonathan James lead after day one with a score of 1-under par. Mark Ray and Roger Brangman are tied as leaders in the senior men’s division, also at […]

[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Leslie Robinson] As the Junior Minister for Public Works, I am excited to share the details of our recent massive social investment—an initiative designed to restore our roads, clean up our public spaces, and ensure that Bermuda’s natural beauty is preserved. This $3.4 million investment focuses on two core […]

The Bermuda Field Hockey Women’s League season began with a 3-3 draw between the Ravens and Budgies at the National Sports Center. The match featured several members of the Bermuda Women’s National Team, who recently competed at the same venue. Budgies forward Georgia Harris opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a field goal. […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, October 19th. On Monday the Oleander container ship, the Zuiderdam cruise ship and the Liberty of the Seas cruise ships are expected, on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship will arrive, and on Wednesday the Rotterdam […]

Caleb Ingham and his La Salle men’s swimming and diving teammates hosted their second straight competition at Kirk Pool, this time competing against the Johns Hopkins Blue Jays. Ingham and his teammates fell by a score of 161 – 126. Ingham swam the anchor leg for the La Salle men’s 400 yard medley relay C […]

October 18 saw 2,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $67,375.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 1.3% at $38.50 per share, while another 1,500 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing up 1.3% at $19.25 per share. The BSX finished at 19.25, up 1.12% […]

The Bermuda national women’s volleyball team is matching up against St. Maarten this evening [Oct 18] as part of the ECVA Women’s Volleyball Championships, and you can tune in and watch live below. Related Stories Videos: Volleyball Beach Spike Fest Video: National Volleyball Team Travel Overseas Photos & Video: Corporate Volleyball Tournament Video, Photos & […]

The Ministry of Transport extends its condolences to the family of the late Mr. Quinton Bernell Bean, a “beloved taxi owner and a true ambassador of Bermuda’s hospitality industry”. Minister Wayne Furbert said, “For decades, Mr. Bean embodied the spirit of Bermuda, sharing his love for the island with countless visitors. His gracious and welcoming […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced that the match between Southampton Rangers and Robin Hood scheduled for Sunday [Oct 20] has been postponed. A spokesperson said, “Due to a shortage of Officials for this weekend, the First Division match between S’Rangers/R Hood scheduled for Sunday, October 20th has been postponed. “The match has been […]

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 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 18] include notice of intended marriage. Marriage Notice: Frederick Jackson & Malikah Sheeheed Notice type: Legal Notice Notice sub type: Notice of Intended Marriage Notice ID: LN0618/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication date: 18 October, 2024 The Marriage Act, 1944 Notice of Intended Marriage The persons named […]

Kiwon Waldron spent a long day at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, as the harness race season continued with qualifiers in the morning and the main event in the evening. In the morning qualifiers, Wadron competed in race 1 in the pace class in the bike of Jn Dominator, they crossed the line 5th with […]

The Bermuda Football Association’s under 18 Appleby youth league got underway with a double-header at the National Sports Center North Field, which produced 11 goals in total. Vasco 3 Devonshire Colts 1 In the opener, Vasco defeated the Devonshire Colts 3 – 1. After a scoreless first half, Vasco took the lead in the 51st […]

Spirit of Bermuda has received its safety certification however “due to financial constraints” it “will be less active for the coming year” and “if a clear and sustainable path cannot be found, then selling Spirit will likely have to be considered,” the Bermuda Sloop Foundation said today. A spokesperson said, “After 10 weeks in Lunenburg […]

[Column written by Gilbert Darrell] As Bermuda solidifies its position as a global hub for financial services and technology innovation, the need for strong cybersecurity measures becomes increasingly urgent. The rising frequency and sophistication of cyber threats require businesses to adopt best practices to safeguard their operations and sensitive data. While regulatory frameworks are important, […]

The Bermuda national football team has climbed two places in the Concacaf rankings after two home wins over Dominica in the Concacaf Nations League. Coach Michael Findlay’s side beat Dominica 6-1 last weekend and 3-2 on Tuesday night and are second in League B group D with nine points from four games. Bermuda are 21st […]

Minister of Health Kim Wilson emphasized the importance of mammograms during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, urging women over 40 to prioritize regular screenings as a vital step in early detection and effective treatment of breast cancer. Minister Wilson said, “Every October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights the critical need for early detection, support, and continuous […]

The CEO of the Chamber of Commerce, Danielle Riviere, was terminated for alleged “serious misconduct relating to financial matters.” Marico Thomas, President of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, said the “CEO of the Chamber of Commerce was terminated on October 16th, 2024 for serious misconduct relating to financial matters. “The internal controls of the Chamber […]

Bermuda Is Love is holding a Food Justice Forum this Sunday at BUEI from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. A spokesperson said, “This Sunday [Oct 20] Bermuda Is Love will be holding its first ‘Food Justice Forum’ at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute from 3:30pm to 6:00pm. This event will aim to bring the community together to […]

The Bermuda Bicycle Association invites cyclists to the free Legends Ride on October 27, celebrating 50 years of cycling with a scenic ride from Front Street to the Botanical Gardens. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Bicycle Association [BBA] invites cyclists of all levels to join the Legends Ride, a free community event celebrating 50 years […]

The Appleby ball hockey team secured a 7-4 victory over Frontier in a match held at the PCC Hockey Rink. Christopher Merritt led Appleby’s offense with a hat trick, while Mathieu Desjardins, Nathan Ische, Jordan Gunter, and Ryan Sulley each contributed one goal. Frontier’s scoring was led by Shannon Gosse with two goals, and Luke […]

The Bermuda Heart Foundation will host a Fundraising Quiz Night on October 29th, A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Heart Foundation presents a Fundraising Quiz Night at Docksider Pub & Restaurant on Tuesday October 29th. “Arrive early, sip with the Wine Diva, quiz at 7! Join us at 6:30pm for a pre-quiz wine tasting — and […]

Daniel Phillips recently competed in the Newport Beach men tennis tournament. Phillips is in group C in Newport Beach, California. In his opener, Phillips needed three sets to advance, defeating Adam Jones from Great Britain 7-6, 5-7, 6-3. Phillips then took on Conrad Brown from USA, defeating him in straight sets 7-5, 6-0. Related Stories […]

Recently the 2024 comet class internationals championship regatta concluded off the Corsica River Yacht Club, in Maryland. Six Bermuda skippers and their crew took to the water for the eight races over three days. For winning the final race of the regatta, Maxwell Curtis and Wesley Tucker captured the Wilbur Hamilton-Haines trophy. Related Stories Rodrigues […]

Mixed majors bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw fifth placed Fight Back defeat seventh placed Activators 17 – 3, sixth placed Warriors defeat the league leaders Spare Change 12 – 8, while the eighth placed Movers “N” Shakers lost 14 – 6 to third place Unpredictable, and second placed MiniMax Forwarders went down […]

October 17 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,609.02, 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: Oct 16 2024 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 15 […]

[Column written by Dr Kimberley Watkins] When we think of stroke, we often associate it with the elderly population. However, it’s important to debunk the myth that stroke only affects older individuals. In reality, stroke can occur at any age, and it’s crucial for people of all ages to be aware of the risk factors […]

Since 2017, ILS Bermuda has partnered with the Bermuda College as part of an education initiative which provides educational and work experience opportunities for College students, expanding their awareness and knowledge of the Insurance Linked Securities [ILS] and re/insurance sector with the ultimate aim of forging network connections that enhance their potential to enter this […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Amir Weller will never forget the pride he felt when he slipped on the captain’s armband during the Bermuda Under-14 team’s 6-0 victory over Anguilla at the recent Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series in Trinidad and Tobago. The unexpected honour came when Z-Ani Jennings, the team’s captain, was substituted after […]

The Village Gathering event will be held on Saturday [Oct 19] from 4.00pm to 5.30pm at Victor Scott School Hall. A spokesperson said, “The collaboration geared to enhance community by staging the Village Gathering to inspire and empower Parents, on Saturday, October 19th from 4 – 5.30 pm at Victor Scott School Hall, has already […]

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 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Oct 17] include acting appointments. Director Department Of Enviroment And Natural Resources Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0953/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Environment and Natural Resources Publication date: 17 October, 2024 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment The Ministry Of Home Affairs Mr. Geoffrey […]

Friday, October 18 is expected to see sunshine developing, chance of one or two late night showers, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 22°C/72°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 69%. Sunrise will be […]

Kiwon Waldron competed in three races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. He finished second in the eighth race, a pace, with Levitating in 1:55.4. Waldron won the ninth race, a trot, with Winning Vibes in 2:00.2. He placed third in the 13th race, a pace, with Jd’s Queen Lori in 1:54.3. Related Stories Waldron […]

The Bermuda ball hockey winter league season continued at the PCC Hockey Rink with a double-header which produced 19 goals. Frontier 9 Spine & Sport 5 The opener produced 14 goals as Frontier defeated Spine & Sport 9 – 5. Frontier got a hat-trick from Tom Duggan, John Duda added 2 goals, while Pete Brodsky, […]

Second spring senior bowling league action at the Warwick Lanes saw seventh place Star Lites fall 3 – 1 to the league leaders Drifters, third placed New Comers defeat the sixth placed team Islanders 3 – 1, while second placed Blue Angels defeated the fifth placed Last Pin 3 – 1. Men Handicap Game: Michael […]

The National Seniors Strategy Public Consultation deadline will be on Friday [Oct 18]. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is reminded of the deadline for the National Seniors Strategy Public Consultation on Friday, October 18th, 2024. The public is encouraged to review the National Seniors Strategy Draft and provide feedback by the deadline. “The strategy […]

The Bermuda Golf Association, alongside The Bermuda Golf Foundation, has launched the Operation 36 program at Ocean View Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Golf Association [BGA], the National Sport Governing Body for golf and The Bermuda Golf Foundation [Charity #141] are delighted to announce the launch of the Operation 36 program at Ocean […]