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St. David’s defeated Robin Hood 2-0 in a First Division match at Lord’s. After a scoreless first half, substitute Keishon Wilson entered the game in the sixty-sixth minute. Wilson scored the opening goal four minutes later, in the seventieth minute. He added a second goal in the seventy-fifth minute to secure the 2-0 victory for […]

Andrew Armstrong and the University of Dayton men’s football team were defeated by Saint Louis University in a penalty shootout in the Atlantic 10 Championship final. Saint Louis won 5-4 on penalties after the game ended 1-1 in regulation time. It was Dayton’s eleventh appearance in the conference tournament title match. Striker Armstrong was named […]

Pearl Codrington recently celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by family, friends, and community members at her Camber House homestead. A Government spokesperson said, “Family, friends, and community members gathered last Sunday, November 10, 2025, to celebrate the 100th birthday of Mrs. Pearl Codrington, affectionately known as Ma Pearl. “The celebration took place at the family […]

Yasmin Flanagan claimed the title of Bermuda’s first-ever Women’s Chess Champion with a perfect 6‑win performance. A spokesperson said, “We are thrilled to announce Yasmin Flanagan as the inaugural Bermuda Women’s Chess Champion, after an outstanding weekend performance with a perfect score of 6 wins out of 6 games. This historic event marked the first-ever […]

The 2025/2026 One Communications MTB Race Series, presented by Fat Tire Massive at Lagoon Park, was held this weekend Dylan Eiselt won the Open 60 Male division and Jennifer Wilson won the Open 60 Female division. In the Open 30 categories, Dirk Hasselkuss won the male division and Kelise Wade won the female division. Chris […]

Canada defeated Canada Saskatchewan 2-1 in a tense final of the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation Men’s Masters World Championships at the Pembroke Community Centre hockey rink on Saturday [November 15]. Portugal beat the United States 4-2 in the bronze medal game; Bermuda beat Italy 6-2 in the fifth-place match; and Great Britain triumphed […]

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship PGA Tour event has wrapped up, with American Adam Schenk capturing his first PGA Tour title at Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton, edging out Chandler Phillips to take the victory. The multi-day event drew large crowds each day who enjoyed watching some of the world’s best golfers in action. Related Stories Photos & […]

A triple-header of Bermuda Field Hockey action took place at the National Sports Centre, featuring three matches with multiple hat-tricks. Knights 4 Hurricanes 2 The Knights defeated the Hurricanes 4-2 in the opening game, led by a hat-trick from Hemijah Bean. The Hurricanes opened the scoring in the seventeenth minute with a penalty stroke converted […]

Bermudian sailor Christian Ebbin and the Tulane University sailing team secured a third-place finish at the 2025 College Sailing Match Race National Championship. The regatta was hosted by the Saint Petersburg Yacht Club in St. Petersburg, Florida. Skipper Kelly Holthus led the Tulane crew, which included Ebbin, Martha Hughes, Lillie Foster, and Sabrina Anderson. The […]

Bermuda’s FIFA-accredited officials continued their work across the region, with Amaury Majors and Stefan Maybury forming a key part of the officiating team for the international friendly match between the Cayman Islands and Anguilla. The fixture, held at the Truman Bodden Stadium, saw Majors take the whistle as the Referee, while Maybury carried the flag […]

The Berkeley Institute Gold team won the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Under 16 Six-A-Side Tournament, securing the title after defeating MSA in the final. Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Under 16 Six-A-Side Results Pool A 3 Berkeley Gold 0 Warwick Academy 2 MSA 1 CedarBridge Academy 5 Berkeley Gold 1 MSA 5 CedarBridge Academy 2 Warwick Academy […]

[Opinion column written by Patrice Horner] COP30 is a cacophony of politicians, academics, national government organizations [NGOs], and general observers. The indigenous people were really not at the table so they blocked the doors this week. The negotiations of the policy makers were halted until the group disbanded at the point of rifles and tanks. […]

Scott Barnes claimed a fourteenth-place finish in his final heat race in the Skusa SuperNationals at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway yesterday [November 15]. Barnes, who claimed podium finishes in 2021 and 2022, is competing in a 47-kart field in the Shifter Masters class. In heat one on Friday, Barnes recorded a Did Not Finish […]

Bermuda footballer K’Shaela Burch-Waldron had an assist in Sutton United Women’s 3-0 victory away to Newhaven Women in the London & South East Regional League Premier Division today [November 16]. Burch-Waldron played a through ball to Emma Spear who rounded the goalkeeper and finished in the 20th minute. Sutton are fourth in the table with […]

Khano Smith and Rhode Island’s United Soccer League Championship season came to an end in the Eastern Conference play-off finals yesterday [November 15]. Smith’s side were defeated 1-0 away to the Pittsburgh Riverhouds. A former Bermuda national team captain, Smith impressed in his first year as a head coach last term, leading Rhode Island to […]

Monday, November 17 is expected to see a cloudy start with morning showers, brighter afternoon skies, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 76%. Sunrise will be at […]

American Adam Schenk claimed the Butterfield Bermuda Championship for his first PGA Tour victory at Port Royal Golf Course today [November 16]. He earned $1.08 million and 500 FedExCup points with his 12-under total, finishing one stroke ahead of compatriot Chandler Phillips. Schenk secured his position at the top of the leaderboard with an even-par […]

The Bermuda National Bowling team depart the island this week for the International Bowling Federation [IBF] World Bowling Championships in Hong Kong. The six men team of Lamar Richardson, Dayvon Tucker, Dennis Joell, Michael Honore, David Maycock and Anthony Hayward will be competing against some of the best bowlers in the world. Subscribe To Bernews […]

Ladies classic bowling league action at Warwick Lanes delivered upsets this week, with fourth-placed Upstarts defeating the league leaders, Pins “N” Pearls with a dominant score of 17–3, third-placed Hott Shotz defeating second-placed Stardust 14–6  while fifth-placed Lane Legends had a bye week. Scratch Game Shereika Darrell 185 Charletta Samuels 181 Alaysia White 181 Scratch […]

The Bermuda Equestrian Federation [BEF] held the Caribbean Equestrian Association’s [CEA] Mini Jumping Challenge and the BEF Support Show at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. In the CEA Mini Jumping Challenge, the Class A 0.50m winner was Annie Duffin riding Wintermint. Aurelia Bathgate on Storm Watch won the Class B 0.60m competition, and […]

Bermudian basketball player Ralph Scott has been named to the 2025-26 Jersey Mike’s Naismith Trophy Boys High School Player of the Year Watch List, recognizing him as one of North America’s elite high school prospects. Scott, a 6ft 8in athlete who attends IMG Academy in Florida, is regarded as a top-50 national prospect in the […]

News that WeSpeak named Zarah Siddiqi the winner of its Teen Video Competition, with Zoei Burgess and Nh’Lae DeRoza as runners-up, Sachiel Ming scored the winning goal as Syracuse defeated NC State 3–0 in the ACC Quarter-Finals, KFC raised $4,534 to support The Reading Clinic following its Halloween Voucher Campaign, and Taylor White was named […]

Carey Olsen announced that three of its private client and trust specialists have been recognised in the 2025 Spear’s 500 guide. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen is pleased to announce that three of its private client and trust specialists have been recognised in the 2025 edition of the Spear’s 500, the definitive guide to the […]

American Adam Schenk shares the lead with compatriot Braden Thornberry heading into the final round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course. Shenk went bogey-free during the third round today [November 15] to card a four-under 67, while Thornberry posted a 69 to join Schenk at 12-under 201. The group one shot […]

Sunday, November 16 is expected to see sunny periods develop after a few early showers, with the high to be near 24°C/75°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 68%. Sunrise will be at 6.49am […]

Saltus Grammar School were crowned champions of the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Middle School Over 13 Six-A-Side tournament at Shelly Bay Field. Saltus defeated Warwick Academy 3-1 in the championship match. The winners initially took a 1-0 lead through Xavi Dill, but Warwick Academy struck back just before the break with an equalizing goal from […]

Scott Barnes endured misfortune in the heat races in the Skusa SuperNationals at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway yesterday [November 14]. Barnes, who claimed podium finishes in 2021 and 2022, is competing in a 47-kart field in the Shifter Masters class. In heat one, Barnes recorded a Did Not Finish after being run into by […]

David Patrick’s Louisiana State University Tigers enjoyed a 98-81 victory over Florida International University at the Pete Maravich Assembly Centre. Bermudian Patrick serves as the associate head coach of LSU. LSU finished with five players in double figures. Marquel Sutton led the way with 19 points and secured his second straight double-double with 12 rebounds. […]

Canada will face Canada Saskatchewan in an all-Canadian final in the Ball Hockey Federation Men’s Masters World Championships at the Pembroke Community Centre hockey rink today [November 15]. Canada defeated Team USA 5-2 in the semi-finals, while Canada Saskatchewan beat Portugal 5-0. Portugal will face Team USA in the bronze medal match. Bermuda will face […]

[Written by Mwalimu Melodye Micere Van Putten] Kwanzaa started as an African American holiday created in 1966 by African American scholar and philosopher, Dr. Maulana Karenga [1941- ]. Dr. Karenga created Kwanzaa as a practical tool to assist people of African descent to identify and embrace values that our ancestors used towards our own empowerment. […]

The Department of Immigration has announced faster processing times for Bermuda passports. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Immigration is pleased to announce a significant improvement in processing times for British Overseas Territories Citizen [BOTC] Bermuda passports. “Applicants no longer need to wait up to 20 weeks to receive a new passport. Thanks to […]

A female passenger traveling in a car has been taken to hospital for treatment and the driver of the other vehicle has been arrested on suspicion of impaired driving, following a collision early this morning [Nov 15] in Southampton. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2025, police and other […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 15th. On Monday the Oleander container ship is expected, on Thursday the Bermuda Islander container ship will arrive, and the USCG Lawrence Lawson ship is scheduled to arrive. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject […]

The Registrar for the Courts of Bermuda has released Court Circular No. 23 of 2025, regarding the temporary appointment of Mrs. Kenlyn Swan-Taylor as Acting Registrar. The official circular, dated November 12th, says, “Mrs. Kenlyn Swan-Taylor, Assistant Registrar [Temporary Additional I], is appointed as the Acting Registrar for the Courts of Bermuda for the period […]

November 14 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,020.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 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 […]

Police arrested five males in Pembroke and “discovered a quantity of what is believed to be the controlled drug cocaine.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2025, police officers executed a search warrant under the Misuse of Drugs Act, at a Pembroke Parish residence. “During the execution of the warrant, […]

The Gender Affairs Council will host its inaugural public event on November 24 to introduce the Council and discuss gender equity in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Originally scheduled for October, The Gender Affairs Council [GAC] inaugural public event was postponed due to Hurricane Melissa. The event, titled “Gender [Affairs Council]: What is it?”, will […]

Bermuda has appointed three new experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission, expanding the panel to eight and boosting efforts to protect the high-seas ecosystem. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to announce the appointment of three experts to the Sargasso Sea Commission. Their role is to support the conservation of the […]

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is set to host the 2025 Youth Climate Summit, uniting international experts, youth activists, and over 150 Bermuda students for a week of climate-focused learning and action. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] announces the fifth annual Youth Climate Summit [YCS], taking place November 17–22, 2025. […]

The Bermuda Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority [BAC] is set to host its Annual Children’s Reading Festival on November 22, celebrating literacy and inspiring a love of reading among Bermuda’s children. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Alumnae Chapter [BAC] of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is excited to announce the return of its […]

The christening ceremony for Bermuda’s two new ferries, Warbaby Fox and JL Cecil Smith, took place today [Nov 14]. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The new catamaran ferries, each with a capacity of 550 passengers, feature modern design elements to enhance comfort, accessibility, and efficiency. They include designated wheelchair spaces, are Wi-Fi-ready, and are equipped […]

BUEI is bringing back its popular Harbourside Markets, offering holiday shopping with over forty local vendors and festive gift options. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is excited to announce the return of our highly anticipated Harbourside Markets! On Saturday, November 15th and Saturday, December 6th from 10am until 4pm, local vendors […]

The public is invited to hear Greg Wilson, founder of Food Forest Bermuda, during an Eco Lunch & Learn event by BEST and Bermuda College on Thursday, November 20. A spokesperson said, “The community is invited to attend a free lecture on Thursday, November 20th, to learn more about the link between what we eat, […]

Bermudian trio Kenny Leseur, Will Haddrell and Oliver Betshart did not make the cut after the second round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course today [November 14]. Leseur carded an even par round [71] followed by Haddrell two shots back after shooting a four-over par 75 in the second round. Betschart […]

Saturday, November 15 is expected to see partly cloudy skies, with the high to be near 22°C/71°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 64%. Sunrise will be at 6:48am and sunset will be at […]

Bermudian rugby union player Nisaiah Berkeley and her Wheeling University women’s team-mates wrapped up a perfect regular season after a 55-24 away win against the University of Virginia in the National Collegiate Rugby. Wheeling, who have won 22 straight games, enter the NCR National Play-offs as the No 1 seed. They are the defending champions. […]

Trina Roberts, a World Archery Congress committee member, obtained the World Archery Level 2 International Coaching Licence during an intensive course in Lausanne, Switzerland. It enables Roberts to apply elite international standards to the Bermuda archery programme. Roberts serves as the secretary general at the National Archery Association of Bermuda. The Level 2 course involved […]

Bermuda’s national men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams have been selected to compete from November 21–23 at the 2025 Rugby Americas North Sevens in Trinidad and Tobago. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s national rugby sevens teams have been named for the 2025 Rugby Americas North [RAN] Sevens, with both the men’s and women’s sides preparing to […]

The St. Mary Church in Warwick will host a special community event on Wednesday, November 19, featuring Dwight McBean who is visiting Bermuda to conduct repairs on the church’s pipe organ. The session will take place at 7.30pm in the Anglican Cathedral Hall on Church Street, Hamilton. According to the event poster, “Mr. McBean is […]

The City of Hamilton will host Fresh Air Films: Christmas Edition on Front Street on December 6, featuring two holiday movies and festive activities. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is turning Front Street into an open-air cinema for one festive night only! On Saturday, December 6th, the City will host Fresh Air Films: […]