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The second day of the 2024 Bermuda Sail Grand Prix has commenced, with nine international teams in action. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Team Capsizes During SailGP Practice Video: Bermuda Sail GP Press Conference Video: SailGP Hosts Press Conference Video: SailGP […]

Bermuda Field Hockey action at the National Sports Center saw the Hurricanes and Swizzles play out to a 1 – 1 draw. Swizzles took the lead in the 37th minute when Rupert Cuddon-Large scored a field goal, only to have Tyler Smith score a field goal in the 45th minute to level the score at […]

In the opening round of the NCAA Tournament at the Winston-Salem Regional hosted by Wake Forest, Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State Men’s Tennis teammates came out on top, with a 4 – 3 win  over Georgia. Roi Ginat clinched the match for ASU and secured the team’s 18th win of the season, which is […]

Minister of Education Diallo Rabain provided an update in the House of Assembly, speaking about “Education Reform efforts, with the focus on Lyceum Preschool and our first two Parish Primary Schools.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, today, I rise to update this House and the listening public on our Education Reform efforts, […]

The 2024 Brian Morris “One Love” Tournament — which was a fundraiser for the Friends of Hospice — saw 20 teams compete at the Ocean View Golf Course. The foursome of Andrew Trott-Francis, Roger Brangman, Damien Palanyandi, and George O’Brien Jr. had a score of 17-under par to win by one stroke ahead of Clint […]

Lamont Marshall and Gayle Lindsay claimed victories in the Bermuda Healthcare “Sir” Stanley Burgess 5K in Devonshire today [May 5]. Marshall finished the race – the final leg of the Swan’s Running Club Legends Series – in 15min 28sec. Sean Trott, who claimed the overall Legends men’s title with 93 points, came second in 16.41, […]

Alison Thewliss, the Shadow SNP Spokesperson for Home Affairs, inquired about the implementation of public registers of beneficial ownership in both Crown Dependencies and British Overseas Territories. During the British Parliament’s session on May 2nd, Alison Thewliss asked David Rutley, the Assistant Whip [HM Treasury] and Parliamentary Under-Secretary for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office […]

Western Stars began the 50-over season picking up a 2-wicket victory over Bailey’s Bay at the Sea Breeze Oval. Baileys Bay won the toss and elected to bat, they were bowled all out for 158. Delray Rawlins was the top scorer with 81, which came off 78 balls, he hit 5 fours and 7 sixes […]

Tom Slingsby’s Australia SailGP Team emerged victorious on the opening day of the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix. A spokesperson said, “After crashing out in the previous event, Tom Slingsby’s Australia SailGP Team completely dominated the opening day of the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix. In perfect foiling conditions on Bermuda’s Great Sound, […]

Bermuda midfielder Keziah Martin has won promotion to the Vanarama National League for the second successive season after Boston United beat Brackley Town 2-1 in the National League North promotion final yesterday [May 4]. Martin was also part of the Kidderminster Harriers team that won the National League North promotion final last season after defeating […]

A trip in April 2024 by Premier David Burt to Montreal, Canada cost $2,728.86, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from April 15, 2024 – April 17, 2024, and the web page listing said, “The Premier, Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, travelled to Montreal, […]

News that the Special Olympics celebration was a success, LeiLanni Nesbeth scored her first ever professional goal, Horseshoe Bay Beach is ranked 28th in the world, and 17 people earned their National Welding Certification were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, firefighters helped the HOME Charity […]

AXA XL has appointed Matthew V. O’Malley to the newly created role of Chief Client & Distribution Officer for the Americas, reporting to Lucy Pilko, the region’s Chief Executive Officer and Manuel Meier, AXA XL’s Chief Client Officer. Commenting on the appointment, Ms. Pilko said, “Our growth plans revolve around helping our clients grow and […]

Assured Guaranty has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.31 per common share, payable on May 29, 2024, to shareholders of record as of May 15, 2024. A spokesperson said, “Assured Guaranty Ltd. [NYSE:AGO] today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.31 per common share. The dividend is payable on May 29, 2024 to shareholders of record […]

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island earned a valuable point after keeping their first clean sheet away to North Carolina in the USL Championship yesterday [May 4]. Smith, a former Bermuda and New England Revolution winger, was appointed as head coach and general manager of Rhode Island in March last year. His side, who are tenth in […]

Sunday, May 5 is expected to see intervals of clouds and sunshine in the morning with more clouds for later in the day, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 18°C/64°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NE. The relative humidity is expected to […]

The first day of the Bermuda SailGP is underway this afternoon [May 4] and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson said, “SailGP’s much-anticipated return to the idyllic island of Bermuda is finally here, with the 10th event of Season 4 kicking off this afternoon. “Two days of action-packed and boundary-breaking racing […]

Some of the island’s promising boxers will compete in the second Bermuda Boxing Development League tournament at Whitney Institute today [May 4]. The event is expected to feature sanctioned fights, masters, corporate and charity bouts, and open sparring for elite and youth competitors. It runs from noon to 4 pm. The BBF hopes to hold […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The family of Marco Warren has combined his twin passions of football and community to create a fitting way to celebrate the life of the former Bermuda national team footballer. Warren was respected for the leadership he demonstrated on the pitch, as a player for PHC Zebras and Bermuda, and in […]

The Bermuda Pacers Track Club hosted the 15th Annual Schools Relay Classic at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium last night [May 3], with many of the islands top young runners in action. The Combined Team Scores follows below [PDF here]: The full School Relay Classic Results follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Marshall & […]

The Montreal World Boccia Cup concluded for Bermuda’s Yushae DeSilva-Andrade and Omar Hayward. Hayward bounced back brilliantly upsetting world number 8 Eduardo Sanchez from Mexico 3 – 2. After a defeat in his 1st match, Hayward showed great fight and a much-improved performance, however unfortunately due to a poorer point differential than his opponents, he did […]

“The late Cynthia Stovell, a trailblazing Bermuda nurse who died in December, in addition to leaving behind numerous family and friends, also left over 100 hats which will be auctioned for charity today [May 4th]. “Nurse Stovell loved hats, hats of all sizes and types and she paid much attention to their care. “Most of […]

The Bermuda SailGP takes place this weekend, and there was no shortage of drama during the official practice racing, with the USA team capsizing. A spokesperson said, “SailGP takes flight on the crystal clear waters of Bermuda’s Great Sound for the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix this weekend May 4-5 — marking the tenth […]

Bermuda Foundation is marking its 10th anniversary this month. A spokesperson said, “The organisation was founded in 2014 to introduce a new concept to Bermuda: the community foundation. Since the first one was founded in Cleveland, Ohio in 1914, community foundations have been created all over the world, 2141 at last count. They are, broadly […]

[Opinion column written by Martha Harris Myron] Every successful economic entity: a country, a government, a business, and yes, even an individual includes these tangibles into their very thinking in planning for the future. Necessary and seriously, more in depth than just a bunch of numbers on a bottom-line financial statement, they are: A Contingency […]

A trip in June 2023 by Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinèe Furbert to Berlin, Germany cost $4,406.56, according to a listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from June 15, 2023 – June 22, 2023, and the web page listing said, “The Hon. Tinèe S. Furbert JP, […]

A flea market extravaganza will be held on May 11th at St John’s Church Hall. A spokesperson said, “In an eagerly awaited announcement, organizer Grace Markham has revealed plans for the second-ever flea market extravaganza at St John’s Church, scheduled to take place on May 11th, from 9am-3pm. Anticipation is running high for this event, […]

Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert provided an overview of his attendance at the 2024 Seatrade Cruise Global Conference in Miami, Florida, stating that his “primary objective for attending specific sessions at Seatrade was to continue talks with small luxury cruise lines to bolster visitation, specifically to Hamilton and St. George.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: […]

The Government has called on all seniors aged 50 and above for The Move More Bermuda Senior Games set to kick off on Sunday, May 19th. The Government said, “The Move More Bermuda Senior Games [for ages 50+] will take place on Sunday May 19th from 1-5pm at the Flora Duffy Stadium. “It’s only $10 […]

Gencom affiliates successfully refinanced Rosewood Bermuda, with the company stating that “the successful refinancing of the Rosewood Bermuda reaffirms Gencom’s long-term commitment to the country’s economic growth.” A spokesperson said, “Affiliates of Gencom, an international owner, developer and manager of hospitality and residential properties, announced today the successful refinancing of the Rosewood Bermuda. The five-star […]

BermudAir announced it has “completed a $1 million USD tokenised bond issuance, executed via Obligate, the leading on-chain capital markets platform, in partnership with global digital assets and cryptofinance firm XBTO Group [XBTO].” A spokesperson said, “This innovative tokenised transaction is issued on the public blockchain Polygon, with all payments in the stablecoin USDC, offering […]

“I will table the Cybersecurity Act 2024 and the Computer Misuse Act 2024,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly today [May 3], adding that “these are two important pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening our cyber posture in Bermuda.” The Minister said, “The September 2023 cyberattack on the Bermuda […]

Enstar Group Limited released its first quarter 2024 financial results. A spokesperson said, “First Quarter 2024 Highlights: Net income attributable to Enstar ordinary shareholders of $119 million, or $8.02 per diluted ordinary share, compared to $424 million, or $24.79 per diluted ordinary share, for the three months ended March 31, 2023. Return on equity [ROE] […]

[Written by Omar Dill] As the regional organizer for the Free Democratic Movement [FDM] engaging with constituencies 8, 9, 10, and 11, I am closely attuned to community needs and governmental actions. The recent concerns in Constituency 10 [C-10] surrounding the installation of surveillance cameras have highlighted broader issues that resonate across all the constituencies […]

BRSC unveiled its May slogan, “2 Wheels, 4 Wheels, 1 Road for Everyone,” emphasizing the importance of shared responsibility and safety among diverse road users. A spokesperson said, “The BRSC announces it slogan for May – 2 Wheels, 4 Wheels, 1 Road for Everyone. As we navigate our roads and streets, it’s important to recognize […]

Crime Stoppers Bermuda said they “would like to remind the community that they are here to assist members of the public to report anonymously what they know or have seen in relation to a crime.” A spokesperson said, “We are offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to an arrest and […]

The police have confirmed that yet another firearm incident took place, this time in the Ord Road area, and said that “so far, there are no reported injuries.” A police spokesperson said, “As a result of information received Friday afternoon, 3rd May 2024, police officers were dispatched to a report of gunshots in the Ord […]

According to same-day data reported by NBC Sports, the Bermuda USATF Grand Prix — which was broadcast live on NBC and affiliates — achieved heightened global attention for Bermuda, with an increase in viewership of 55% in the first hour and 132% over the entire show, the BTA said. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism […]

The Bermuda Police Service is holding a press conference this afternoon [May 3] to address the recent firearm incidents. We will have additional coverage later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Multiple People Shot In Pembroke Police Investigating Gunshots In Pembroke Police Investigating Attempted Shooting Shooting In Smith’s, No […]

Zoe Oduntan and Braxton Cooze won Youth Library’s Poetry Competition this year. A spokesperson said, “The Youth Library announced the winners of its 2024 Poetry Competition. There were two age categories; 11-13 and 14-18. This year’s themes were: “The poems were judged by a group of their peers and the winners are: Ages: 11-13 1st […]

Bermuda will be will be celebrating Bermudian culture, heritage and traditions for the entire month of May. A Government spokesperson said, “May 1 marks the start of the annual Heritage Month celebrations, with the Department of Culture encouraging the community to partake in Bermuda’s rich heritage. A plethora of historic, cultural, and entertainment events await, […]

Yesterday [May 1] the Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, spoke at the International Tech Summit, held from 29 April to 3 May 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “This global digital asset conference brings innovators, leaders, builders, and everyday citizens from around the world to Bermuda. The summit demonstrates blockchain’s real-world use and its impact […]

The Bermuda Airport Authority announced the completion of a project to replace the existing Instrument Landing System/Distance Measuring Equipment [ILS/DME] facility at the LF Wade International Airport. A spokesperson said, “An ILS/DME is used by pilots and air traffic controllers to ensure the safe landing of aircraft during reduced visibility by providing vertical, horizontal, and […]

The Bermuda School Sports Federation hosted their annual basketball knock-out finals, with five different schools crowned champions. Middle School Girls Final Mount Saint Agnes Academy 10 Somersfield Academy 3 Mount Saint Agnes Academy won the middle school girls final after defeating Somersfield Academy 10 – 3. T’Mia Simmons was the top scorer for the game […]

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt led a business delegation to attend the AIMA Digital Asset Conference in New York City. A spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt JP, MP, has travelled to New York City to lead a business development mission delegation and attend the Alternate Investment […]

SailGP teams have been gearing up for the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, with preparations in full swing as the event approaches this weekend. A SailGP report said, “Preparations are well underway for this weekend’s racing return to Bermuda, with SailGP officially arriving on the island. “The Tech Base, which hosts the league’s cutting […]

The Bermuda Arts Council invited the public to their forthcoming 2023 Awards Ceremony, scheduled for May 4, 2024 at the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Arts Council invites the public to join us in celebrating the arts at our 2023 Awards Ceremony on Saturday May 4th. The ceremony will take […]

Conor White represented Austin Outlaws at the Greenville Cycling Classic, in Downtown Greenville, South Carolina. White clocked a time of 1:23:43.060 finishing 27th overall in the men’s pro division. Related Stories Narraway Completes Stage 4 Of Tour Of Gila Narraway Completes Stage 3 In Tour Of The Gila Narraway Continues Competing In Tour of Gila […]

The final league games of the Bermuda pool league regular season saw a top-of-the-table clash to determine the champions. League leaders and undefeated Queens Club Kings defeated the Bermuda Breeze 203 – 150, to be crowned champions. The BAA Rhinos defeated the Bus Boyz 208 – 162, Queens Club Dragons defeated the RAA Ballistics 194 […]

The Warwick Football Academy [WFA] Under-16 boys’ team have been invited to participate in the inaugural Texas International Cup tournament in Arlington, Texas, in June. The tournament, which runs from June 27 to 30, will feature teams from under-9 to under-19, including Liga MX academies from Mexico and top clubs from the United States. Matches […]