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Dame Flora Duffy was among several athletes who did not finish the opening race of the T100 World Triathlon Tour Series in Singapore today [April 5]. Duffy, along with Finland’s Minttu Hukka and British pair India Lee and Lucy Byram, were unable to complete the 100-kilometres course [2km swim, 80km bike, 18km run]. Britain’s Kate […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward recently met with senior executives of the Alternative Investment Management Association [AIMA] during a “strategic visit to New York City as part of ongoing efforts to promote Bermuda’s leadership in the global investment space.” A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Hayward engaged in high-level discussions with Michelle Noyes, Head of Americas […]

Kiwon Waldron was in action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, participating in two races across trot and pace class events. Waldron’s first race of the night was race 2, a trot class event. Driving Flat Out Foxy, Waldron and the horse crossed the finish line in 6th place, clocking a time of 1 minute […]

A sex offender who was sentenced to 13 years in prison has had his appeal turned down. The ruling said, “Maleke Martin, the appellant in this case, [“the Appellant”] was convicted on 9 December 2022 of three charges, two being the sexual exploitation of a young person by a person in a position of trust, […]

Cyclist Kaden Hopkins finished 27th in the first stage of the 35th edition of the 6 Days of Crédit Agricole in Guadeloupe yesterday [April 4]. The race covered just over 121 kilometres, setting the stage for a week of intense competition. The opening stage between Morne-à-l’Eau and Port-Louis was won by Damien Urcel [Team Madras […]

The court has turned down a request to reopen an appeal from LeVeck Roberts, who was convicted of a double murder and sentenced to life imprisonment with a 25-year minimum term. The ruling said, “On 6 April 2015, the Applicant was convicted of the premeditated murder of Rico Furbert and Haile Outerbridge contrary to section […]

Adam Hall’s Nashville Sounds were defeated 2-1 by the Gwinnett Stripers in Minor League Baseball at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, Georgia, yesterday [April 4]. The scoring finally began in the top of the tenth inning when the Sounds took a 1-0 lead. However, the Stripers responded immediately in the bottom of the tenth. At the […]

Massassi Maxwell-Smith concluded her participation at the Davidson Relays, competing alongside her Coker University track and field teammates. Maxwell-Smith’s focus at the meet was on the women’s long jump event. She recorded a final distance of 5.05 meters, which is equivalent to 16 feet 6.82 inches. This jump placed her in 13th position in the […]

[Column written by Glenn Fubler] Open Letter to U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer Greeting Prime Minister Starmer, Please be urged today to use your Office to facilitate an immediate resumption of the Ceasefire in Gaza. This, to end the continued inhumane devastation being visited on those people – especially the children. Based on available surveys, a […]

The BEDC celebrated the graduation of their latest Enterprise Bermuda Incubator cohort, with Janee Pitt, Lornette Furbert, Razia Billoo, Micah, Dana Selassie, Rhea Gibbons, Kendal Trott, Keile Rabain, and Marcus Rewan all completing the program. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] proudly celebrated the graduation of the 6th […]

Ryan Outerbridge of the Franklin Pierce Men’s Track and Field team has been honoured as the Northeast-10 [NE10] Track Athlete of the Week, following his outstanding performance in the first week of the outdoor track and field season. Outerbridge’s recognition comes after his impressive showing at the SNHU Spring Invite this past weekend. He competed […]

Oliver Betschart claimed the title in the Blue Championship Division in the Cedarberry Bowl at the Belmont Hills Golf Course yesterday [April 4]. He carded a final round of one-over par 71 for a total score of 12-over par. Betschart’s final round consisted of three birdies and four bogeys. Arman Newton was runner-up, finishing the […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, April 5th. On Saturday the MSC Explorer cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Navigator cruise ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Nieuw Statendam and the Norwegian Jewel cruise ships […]

Bermudian footballer Logan Jiménez continued his superb form after scoring twice for Hibernian Under-18 in a 7-2 home win over Kilmarnock Under-18 yesterday [April 4]. The Bermuda Under-17 captain, who recently signed his first professional contract with the Scottish club, has netted eight goals in four games since moving from winger to striker. Jiménez has […]

AM Best affirms Lion Reinsurance’s A [Excellent] rating with a stable outlook, citing its strong balance sheet, performance, and strategic role. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] of Lion Reinsurance Company Limited [Lion Re] [Bermuda]. The outlook […]

April 4 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], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 4] include appointments , boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered and cancellation of registration. Appointment Of Childrens Officers Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0353/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Youth, Social Development and Seniors Publication date: 04 April, 2025 Appointment Of Childrens […]

After a period of disruption due to inclement weather, the Bermuda softball league returned to action at the Michael Preece Softball Diamond, delivering a night of exciting games. Bad News Beers Edge Out Killawhat The opening game of the night saw a close contest between Bad News Beers and Killawhat, with Bad News Beers ultimately […]

Kiwon Waldron had another busy night at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, participating in three qualifying races, all in the pace class category. Waldron’s evening began with race 3. He drove Six Sticks Of Gum, and the pair crossed the finish line in 7th place, clocking a time of 2 minutes and 1 second. In […]

HSBC Bermuda has issued a warning about scammers attempting to “trick the public through phone calls.” A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda reminds the public to stay vigilant in the presence of attempts by scammers to trick the public through phone calls [otherwise known as vishing]. “The caller falsely claims to be HSBC staff, alleging that […]

A motorcycle rider was transported to hospital with injuries after a collision with a car yesterday [April 3] in Hamilton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 8.00am on Thursday, April 3, 2025, police attended a two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar at the junction of North Shore Road with […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will host its 2025 Main Events, including the AGM & Luncheon on April 24 and the Budget Breakfast on May 5. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 2025 Main Events, set to bring together key business leaders, stakeholders, and professionals for […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] The just released annual report of the DailyMale Men’s Health Clinic identified more than 75% as uninsured or underinsured, with 95% of these clients being Black. The report further claimed to have found 17% of those that attended 12 pop-up clinics over the course of 2023 and 2024 to have shown […]

Jehovah’s Witnesses “recently launched a month-long campaign to invite residents to the Memorial and special talk in April.” A spokesperson said, “For Jehovah’s Witnesses around the world, the most important day of 2025 will be Saturday, April 12. “The day corresponds to Nisan 14 of the Jewish calendar. On that date, over 2,000 years ago, […]

The Bermuda Society of Arts opens new exhibitions on April 11, featuring themes of growth, resilience, and self-discovery. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Society of Arts [BSoA] is excited to announce its latest exhibitions, opening April 11, 2025. Showcasing a diverse range of artistic expression, these exhibitions highlight themes of growth, resilience, and creative freedom. […]

BermudAir has officially launched nonstop flights between Bradley International Airport and Bermuda, offering twice-weekly year-round service. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir has officially launched its inaugural nonstop service between Bradley International Airport [BDL] and Bermuda’s L.F. Wade International Airport [BDA]. The new route, operating year-round twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays, enhances connectivity between Bermuda and […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dame Flora Duffy has revealed that she accidentally arrived in Singapore for the opening race of the T100 World Triathlon Tour Series with mismatched race shoes. Duffy, set to compete at the iconic Singapore Flyer and the legendary F1 track this weekend, shared that her sponsors, Asics, quickly stepped in to […]

The continental bowling league season at Warwick Lanes delivered another week of action, with the title race becoming even more closely contested. The league standings saw significant shifts as the top teams faced unexpected challenges. League leaders Pin Heads, who have 61.5 winning points, suffered a crucial defeat, losing 3-1 to fourth-placed Bailey’s Bay Strikers, […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Selah Tuzo can hardly recall a time when netball was not a central part of her life. Growing up, she was immersed in the sport, watching her mother, Tanika White, play and coach for Storm – formerly Netts – at Bernard Park. From an early age, Tuzo was eager to get […]

April 3 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 2 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 1 […]

Bermudian sailors Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke returned to action on day four of the Troféo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Fergus Hotels on the Bay of Palma, Spain, yesterday [April 3]. Kempe in ILCA 7 Fleet Kempe, competing in the 174-boat ILCA 7 fleet, is in 48th position with 191 net points. In the first […]

Adam Hall helped the Nashville Sounds enjoy a 5-1 win away to the Gwinnett Stripers in Minor League Baseball yesterday [April 3]. The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers. The Sounds face Gwinnett Stripers in Game Five today [April 4]. Related Stories Adam Hall And Nashville Suffer […]

Ice hockey player Blake Montgomery helped the London Knights complete a first-round sweep of the Owen Sound after an 8-4 away win in the fourth game of their Western Conference quarter-final series yesterday [April 3]. Montgomery, who created the final goal for Noah Reed, has been in fine form since joining the Knights on an […]

March and April see humpback whales traveling to their more northern feeding grounds, often passing by Bermuda as they do, with the photos below capturing some of their activity. A Government spokesperson previously said, “As humpback whales travel from the warm Caribbean waters to their northern feeding grounds in North America, Greenland, and Iceland, Bermuda’s […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] The DailyMale Men’s Health Clinic is anxiously awaiting the arrival of a purpose-built van for use as a mobile health clinic. Among items revealed in the charity’s first annual report were details regarding the purchase of a customised vehicle from overseas at a cost of a little more than $66,000. The […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] today provided an update on their available bed capacity. CEO & President, Scott Pearman comments: “Following the initial crisis, our surge response included opening up additional space and doubling patients in two of the larger ACW acute care unit rooms on each floor. A really big thank you to our staff […]

Miles Outerbridge delivered a sensational performance at the Florida State University Relays High School Track and Field Meet, winning both the 100m and the 200m races. Competing for Montverde Academy, Miles Outerbridge claimed first place the 100m in a time of 10.47, and also race to victory in the 200m in a time of 20.83. […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 3] include notification of planning applications registered. List of Planning Applications Advertised on April 3, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0349/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 03 April, 2025 The applications shown below are available […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched www.costofliving.gov.bm and a public survey, stating that “responses will directly inform policy development and the Government’s approach to addressing cost drivers such as food prices, energy costs, and housing affordability.” A Government spokesperson said, “As Bermuda continues to confront the global and local pressures of inflation and affordability, […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has welcomed six new apprentices into its Skilled Trades Apprenticeship Programme, an “initiative designed to train Bermudians for technical and hard-to-fill roles within the Public Service.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Public Service is committed to investing in new talent to develop a first-class workforce. “The new recruits […]

Tennis player Asia Hollis continued her impressive form, securing another two victories to lead her Wheaton College women’s tennis team to a 7-0 victory over Clark University in New England Women’s & Men’s Athletic Conference play. Hollis teamed up with Laila Haraj-Sai in the number two doubles spot, where they delivered a decisive 6-0 triumph […]

The 10% tariff listed for Bermuda by the Trump administration “is not expected to have any significant direct impact on Bermuda, as the island exports very few goods” the government said today, however they added that while the USA’s new tariff regime “may not have a significant direct impact, its impact on other jurisdictions and […]

OUTBermuda announced the theme for 2025 Bermuda Pride will be “Pride is Protest. Pride is Power. Pride is Us.” A spokesperson said, “OUTBermuda has announced the official theme for Bermuda Pride 2025: “Pride is Protest. Pride is Power. Pride is Us.” Since its inception in 2019, Bermuda Pride has become an annual tradition—an opportunity for Bermudians […]

Minister Tinee Furbert recently led a delegation of 15 Bermudian women to the International Women’s Leadership Conference in Dubai. A Government spokesperson said, “The event was hosted by African business leader Madame Ibukun Awosika. Under the theme “Women in Leadership: Living the Dream,” the 2025 conference welcomed over 600 influential women from around the world, including […]

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Ricardo Nesbitt] If you’ve noticed your BELCO bill creeping up again, you’re not alone. Another fuel adjustment rate increase has been approved, adding more pressure to households and businesses already struggling to keep up. Global fuel prices have actually dropped over the last year. Diesel is cheaper. Heavy fuel […]

Friday, April 4 is expected to see plenty of sunshine, with the high to be near 22°C/72°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 7.03am and sunset will be at […]

This April, Bermuda Is Love is launching the #LoveLocalFood campaign to highlight the importance of Bermuda’s local food system. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Is Love invites you to reflect on the meaning of food, the land that sustains us, and the future we want to build. Food is not just a commodity; it is the […]

AXA XL has announced the promotions of Kaisey Blackman, Charmaine Cann, Keisha Eve, Carla George, Rical Showers, and Laurie Thompson in its Bermuda office, effective April 1. Kaisey Blackman, Charmaine Cann, Carla George and Rical Showers A spokesperson said, “AXA XL is pleased to announce the promotions of the following employees in its Bermuda office […]

Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain addressed stakeholders’ concerns about improving Bermuda’s planning system. Minister Rabain said, “Since being appointed Minister on March 7, I have been struck by the volume and urgency of planning-related concerns that have come my way. “I’ve received emails, WhatsApp messages, and countless conversations with people […]

Governor Andrew Murdoch announced the appointment of Mr. Dave Morgan as the next Deputy Governor of Bermuda. A Government House spokesperson said, “His Excellency the Governor, Andrew Murdoch, today announced the appointment of the next Deputy Governor of Bermuda, Mr Dave Morgan. “Dave will take over from the current Deputy Governor, Tom Oppenheim MBE, and […]