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The Gender Affairs Council [GAC] postponed its inaugural public event, “Gender [Affairs Council]: What is it?”, scheduled for this evening [Oct 30] due to the anticipated impact of Hurricane Melissa. A Government spokesperson said, “Due to the expected impact of Hurricane Melissa, the Gender Affairs Council [GAC] has made the decision to postpone this evening’s […]

Inter BDA and Tuff Dogs claimed wins in rearanged Corona League matches at BAA Field yesterday [October 29]. Goals from Rory MacKittric [2] and Thales Francis gave Inter BDA a 3-1 win over Robin Hood, while Tuff Dogs defeated Terrace Onions 5-3 thanks to goals from Miguel Cabral, Shawn Brown, Joshon Smith and Jamir Trott […]

Bermudian sailor Alec Cutler and his Hedgehog crew have made an encouraging start to the J/70 World Championship at the Yacht Club Argentino in Argentina. The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club helmsman and crew Brad Rodi, Charles Pucciariello and Ryan Cox, who won the recent J/70 Corinthian World Championship in Marblehead, Massachusetts, secured third in the […]

Stevedoring Services Limited [SSL] earned third place in the 2025 Ludlow Stewart Container Port of the Year awards, recognising Hamilton, Bermuda, for excellence in port operations. A spokesperson said, “Stevedoring Services Limited [SSL], the port operator for Hamilton, Bermuda, has earned a prestigious recognition. The Caribbean Shipping Association [CSA] recognised Hamilton, Bermuda, as the third-place […]

With Hurricane Melissa approaching Bermuda, the City of Hamilton has issued updates on waste collection, office closures, and safety precautions. A spokesperson said, “With Hurricane Melissa expected to pass close to Bermuda on Thursday night into early Friday morning, the City of Hamilton is urging all businesses and residents to finalise storm preparations now. Waste […]

Convex Group Limited announced a “new, long term ownership structure led by Onex Corporation, with American International Group, Inc. [“AIG”] becoming a strategic minority equity investor in Convex.” A spokesperson said, “Onex and AIG will acquire respectively 63% and 35% equity stakes in Convex. With the exception of management, Convex’s founding equity investors, including Onex’s […]

Bermudian diver Finn Moseley claimed two medals for the McKendree University men’s swim and dive team in their dominant display against Saint Louis University at the McKendree Metro Rec Plex. McKendree racked up 27 podium finishes. Moseley secured two bronze medals across the diving events. Competing in the one-metre and three-metre springboard events, Moseley claimed […]

Nominations are now open for individuals to be considered for the King’s Honours List. A Government spokesperson said, “Nominations are currently being sought from members of the public for individuals they would like to be considered for: “[i] an award as part of His Majesty The King’s Overseas and International Honours List and “[ii] an […]

This November, Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre “challenges men across the island to take action for men’s health by joining MOvember Bermud, the annual campaign where growing a moustache can help save lives.” A spokesperson said, “Whether you go solo or rally your mates, it’s easy to get involved. Register now at www.movember.bm and decide how you’ll make your […]

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron recorded three victories at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, marking another strong showing on the United States racing circuit. Waldron opened the night with a win in Race 1 [Pace Class], driving Odds On Candy for Mccomber Racing. The horse, recently acquired from a sale, made a successful […]

The Mixed Majors Bowling League saw intense action at Warwick Lanes last night as leading teams strengthened their standings with decisive victories. League leaders Fight Back delivered a dominant 15-5 win over third-placed Unpredictable, solidifying their hold on the top spot and sending a strong message to their rivals. Second-placed Spare Change stayed within striking […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Ben Smith] It’s Time to Stop Talking and Start Fixing Education Bermuda’s public education system is once again at a crossroads. We can’t keep pretending things are fine. We have to be honest about where we are and get serious about how we move forward. We have many dedicated […]

Squash player Taylor Carrick reached the quarter-finals of the $3,000 Men’s La Classique Gatineau Challenger in Quebec, Canada. Carrick, who entered the tournament as the top seed and had advanced smoothly through his opening match, bowed out after a 56-minute epic against Canadian opponent Will Harris. The Bermudian won the first set 11-4 and second […]

Bermuda footballer Shaquille Ming helped the Syracuse University men’s team defeat the University of North Carolina 1-0 at home in the Atlantic Coast Conference. The loss was North Carolina’s first of the season. The match’s solitary goal came in the 36th minute courtesy of a smart finish by freshman Landon Darko after good work from […]

Gavin Manders and Benjamin Jones claimed the bronze medal in the open men’s doubles division at the pre-World Cup Pickleball Tournament at The Fort, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, yesterday [October 29]. Bermuda, the reigning Caribbean champions, have sent 17 players, plus a non-playing captain and coach, to the World Cup, which runs from today until November […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that “routine controlled disposal operations will take place at the Government Quarry from now to the end of April 2026.” A Government spokesperson said, “These operations form part of a safe, environmentally approved method for disposing of expired explosive materials. The activity is being conducted under the […]

Deloitte Bermuda has selected the Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning [BCCL] as its 2025-2026 Community School, marking the beginning of a year-long collaboration designed to strengthen educational and workplace inclusion for neurodiverse learners. A spokesperson said, “Through this collaboration, Deloitte staff will volunteer their time each week to provide one-on-one tutoring for BCCL students, focusing […]

[Column written by Sandra Christensen] Bermuda is facing a housing crisis. With soaring rental prices, limited land, high construction costs, and a severe shortage of affordable housing, too many Bermudians are being left without safe and secure housing. The Chamber of Commerce estimates the island is short by 2,500 housing units. This need is even […]

The Transport Control Department [TCD] has announced that the Commercial Vehicle Permit [CVP] application is now available online at forms.gov.bm. A Government spokesperson said, “The online application for the CVP is the most recent addition to the services available on forms.gov.bm. “The Commercial Vehicle Permit [CVP] is required for individuals and businesses seeking authorisation to […]

October 29 saw 4,803 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $1,312,443.22 BD. 2,500 shares were traded by LOM Financial Limited, closing up 11.1% at $8.00 per share, while another 2,303 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 4.4% at $43.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,867.58, up […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [October 29] include striking off, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, notification of planning applications registered, acting appointments and notice of intended marriage Register of Companies – Strike Off Error – Genet Lure Ltd. Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Striking Off Notice ID: GN1003/2025 […]

Starr, a global investment and insurance organization, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire IQUW Group. A spokesperson said, “The acquisition of IQUW Group will expand the classes of business that Starr underwrites and will position the combined company for growth across a broader range of global market segments. As a […]

The Department of Culture’s Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series continued its 2025 season with a thrilling evening of folklore and storytelling at the National Museum of Bermuda on Saturday, 25 October. A Government spokesperson said, “Entitled “Haunted Tales of the West End”, the event captivated audiences with chilling narratives inspired by Bermuda’s ghost stories and traditional […]

Somersfield Academy will host a Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme Tour and Information Session on Tuesday, November 4th. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy will host a Middle Years Programme [MYP] and Diploma Programme [DP] Tour and Information Session on Tuesday, November 4, offering families an inside look at the school’s unique International Baccalaureate continuum. […]

The Bermuda Airport Authority has assured the public that efforts are underway to restore the island’s weather radar, with a replacement part expected from Europe. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Airport Authority understands and shares the public’s frustration that the weather radar is currently inoperable. We request the public’s patience whilst our technical team works […]

Bermudian travel advisor Alicia Lister has been named to Condé Nast Traveler’s prestigious 2025 Top Travel Specialists list. A spokesperson said, “Condé Nast Traveler, the gold standard in travel journalism, has named Bermudian travel advisor Alicia Lister to its prestigious Top Travel Specialists 2025 list. This marks Lister’s first time receiving the honor, awarded to […]

RUBiS Energy Bermuda Ltd. today announced that in “preparation for Hurricane Melissa, the company will temporarily suspend bulk fuel deliveries to service stations as of 2:00 PM on Thursday, October 30, 2025.” A spokesperson said, “This precautionary measure allows RUBiS Operations teams sufficient time to secure company assets while also ensuring employees have the opportunity to […]

Bermudian squash player Taylor Carrick began his campaign at theMen’s La Classique Gatineau Challenger 2025 in Quebec, Canada, with a  straight-sets victory to advance to the next round. Carrick defeated Canadian player Maxym Leclair in just 21 minutes of court time, moving past Leclair with a decisive 3-0 scoreline: Game 1: 11-6, Game 2: 11-7 and Game 3: […]

A single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred along Parsons Road in Pembroke. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2:35 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, police officers were on mobile patrol, along Parsons Road, Pembroke, when they came upon two males lying next to a motorcycle in the westbound lane of the roadway, just east of […]

Trina Roberts, a World Archery Congress committee member, is attending a Women’s Leadership Workshop in Lausanne, Switzerland. Roberts, the secretary general at the National Archery Association of Bermuda, will also attend a World Archery Coach Accelerator course. She also serves on the Bermuda Olympic Association Olympic Values Committee. “When opportunity presents itself don’t hesitate if […]

The 37th World Rugby Classic kicks off this weekend at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire, with teams from Argentina, Canada, Italy, the UK & Ireland [Classic Lions], USA and South Africa arriving this week ahead of opening night on Saturday, November 1st. World Rugby Classic founder and president, John Kane, reflects back on over 3 […]

Bermudian sailors Paul Rodrigues Jr. and Jordan Vieira powered Eckerd College to a second-place finish overall at the three-day Southeastern Intercollegiate Sailing Association [SAISA] Open Fleet Race Championships. Eckerd secured the runner-up position among 18 competing schools with a total of 96 points. Jordan Vieira skippered the Eckerd A Boat [Division A] to a fifth-place […]

The Horseshoe Bay Rollers maintained their dominant position atop the Commercial Bowling League standings with a commanding performance at Warwick Lanes. The league leaders secured a comprehensive 4-0 shutout victory against seventh-placed Butt & Vallis, reinforcing their grip on the top spot. Third-placed Too Legit To Split clinched an important 3-1 victory over ninth-placed Secret […]

Golfer Sienna Mosquera and the Lehigh University women’s team claimed the title at the Lehigh Invitational at the Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey. They edged out rival Penn State University by a single stroke. Lehigh finished the 36-hole tournament with a combined score of 609 [rounds of 306 and 303]. The win marks […]

A Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League matchup at the PCC Hockey Rink concluded with Positive Image Dental securing a 5-4 victory over CG, thanks to a game-winning goal by Jordan Gunter in the decisive shootout. Positive Image Dental established an early lead in the opening period. Gunter opened the scoring before Dallas Montgomery briefly netted […]

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron secured a second-place finish in the Trot Class, headlining a four-race card at Harrah’s Hoosier Park. Waldron competed across both the Trot and Pace classes, demonstrating his ability to race effectively across both disciplines. Waldron’s top result of the evening came in Race 5 [Trot Class], where he guided […]

The Consumer Affairs Board is urging people to review the Landlord and Tenant Act 2025 Consultation Draft Bill. A spokesperson said, “The Consumer Affairs Board encourages all residents — landlords, tenants, and the general public — to review and provide feedback on the Landlord and Tenant Act 2025 Consultation Draft Bill, released by the Ministry […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a playful treefrog embracing the Halloween spirit, cruising on a pink scooter beneath a glowing sunset sky. To access more phone wallpapers with Bermudian themes, as well as social media cover graphics, visit BermudaCovers.com, and if you would like to request a specific Bermuda-related phone wallpaper […]

Arch Capital announced its 2025 third quarter results. A spokesperson said, “The results included: “Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $1.3 billion, or $3.56 per share, representing a 23.8% annualized net income return on average common equity, compared to net income available to Arch common shareholders of $1.0 billion, or $2.56 per share, for […]

Member companies of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] “employed a record number of Bermudians in 2024, as well as a new high annual contribution of $1,210,566,922 to Bermuda’s economy.” A spokesperson said, “These numbers were among the highlights of ABIR’s 20th Annual Economic Substance Survey, which saw unprecedented participation with 31 member […]

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. A spokesperson said, “Net income for the third quarter of 2025 was $61.1 million, or $1.46 per diluted common share, compared to net income of $53.3 million, or $1.25 per diluted common share, for the previous quarter and $52.7 […]

The police investigated a report of gunshots last night in Smiths Parish however “no evidence was found to substantiate, or indicate, exactly where the shots could have been fired.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 11:50 p.m. on Monday, October 27, 2025, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] received several reports of gunshots heard in the […]

The next phase of the Stop the Violence Campaign — titled ‘Echoes Like Us: Real Men. Real Stories. Still Here’ – has launched, using “powerful storytelling to inspire healing, dialogue, and community change across Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security, through its Gang Violence Reduction Team [GVRT] and in partnership with 7 […]

BELCO is “closely monitoring Hurricane Melissa and its potential impacts to the island later this week.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] today advised residents that it is closely monitoring Hurricane Melissa and its potential impacts to the island later this week. “BELCO’s Crisis Management Team [CMT] has met twice to review […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Gavin Manders has credited pickleball with prolonging his competitive racquet sports career as he prepares to lead Team Bermuda at the Pickleball World Cup at The Fort in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Manders, national director of Pickleball Bermuda and captain of the elite team, proudly joined the island’s contingent at the opening […]

Football teams from Saltus Grammar School made a strong showing at the CAIS National Soccer Tournament in Canada. A spokesperson said, “Saltus Grammar School delivered a series of outstanding performances at the Canadian Association of Independent Schools [CAIS] National Soccer Tournaments, held from Tuesday, 14th October to Sunday, 19th October, with teams proudly representing the school in […]

An extraordinary municipal election will be held on December 2nd to fill the Municipal Residents’ Councillor seat for the Corporation of Hamilton. A Government spokesperson said, “An extraordinary municipal election for the Corporation of Hamilton to fill the seat of Municipal Residents’ Councillor will be held on 2 December 2025 at The Cathedral of the […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [October 28] include elections and notice of intended marriage. Extraordinary Municipal Election Corporation Of Hamilton Notice Of Issue Of Writ Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Elections Notice ID: GN0998/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Parliamentary Registry Office Publication date: 28 October, 2025 The Parliamentary Election Act 1978 […]

Bermuda welcomes the arrival of two new fast ferries, transported aboard the heavy-lift ship BBC Moonstone. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: ‘Bermudian’ Ferry Arrives In Boston Video: Transport Minister On Bus & Ferry Service Minister: ‘Strongest Ferry Fleet This Summer’ Video: […]

Bermudian rugby union player Sarah Cross helped the Buckingham Swans Whites women’s team claim a tense 36-55 victory at home to Lichfield Ladies. The nail-biting win followed the Swans’ recent 33-5 victory over Coalville Ladies. Cross, who has played for the Bermuda women’s national team and Teachers Ladies, was named the Defensive Player of the […]