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The Bermuda men’s national basketball team lost 69-66 to local club team Club Million in the Dominican Republic, marking their first defeat on a development tour. Bermuda held a lead for most of the contest. Club Million secured the victory with an 8-0 scoring run in the final five minutes to claim the victory Camron […]

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne announced that Government will be hosting a Cost of Living Summit on June 25, 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “This Summit is a critical forum being convened to address one of Bermuda’s most urgent economic challenges: the rising cost of living. “This Cost of Living Summit will present key […]

Ponaflex has released two singles – “Superpower” and “Underwater” – with the musician saying his goal is to “fuse soca and Caribbean genres with global pop influences, while keeping Bermuda at the center of the story.” A spokesperson said, “As Carnival in Bermuda kicks off this week, Bermudian soca artist Ponaflex is giving the island something to […]

More than 125 players will represent Bermuda in the Cayman Islands this weekend in a rugby tour featuring international matches. A spokesperson said, “More than 125 players will represent Bermuda in the Cayman Islands this weekend, as the island’s rugby community comes together for one of the largest and most exciting tours in recent memory, […]

Bermudian golfer Oliver Betschart has advanced to the Regional Qualifier for the USGA U.S. Amateur Championship after a successful outing at KickingBird Golf Club in Edmond, Oklahoma. Betschart carded a 2-under par 68 in the qualifying round. He recorded four birdies, twelve pars, and two bogeys. Out of a field of 117 players, 12 achieved […]

Bermuda’s Davis Cup tennis team secured a 2-1 victory over host nation Costa Rica in their Americas Group III opener at the Costa Rica Country Club. Daniel Phillips earned Bermuda’s first point in singles, defeating Christian Felipe Winstead of Costa Rica 6-7, 6-4, 7-6. The match lasted nearly three hours, with Phillips overcoming a first-set […]

[Opinion column written by the FDM’s Omar Dill] We often hear about slavery as the starting point for explaining the racial divide in Bermuda. But far less attention is given to what happened after. For more than a century, without political power or government assistance, Black Bermudians built strong communities and lasting institutions. From 1834 […]

OUTBermuda has launched ticket sales for Bermuda Pride this year, which runs from June 29 to July 6. A spokesperson said, “OUTBermuda, the island’s only LGBTQ+ charity, has announced that tickets for Bermuda Pride 2025 are officially on sale. The week-long celebration, which runs from June 29 to July 6, will feature a diverse slate […]

The Berkeley Institute PTSA will hold an End-of-Year Tag Day on Saturday, June 14, to raise funds for scholarships and is seeking volunteer taggers to sign up online. A spokesperson said, “The Berkeley Institute PTSA is hosting an End-of-Year Tag Day on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at various locations around the island in support of […]

The Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Blood Donor Centre is asking people to donate blood, saying that “all blood types are needed.” A spokesperson said, “Donors and potential donors are asked to call 236-5067 to make an appointment. “If you are unsure about your blood type but are willing to donate, please contact the Bermuda Blood Donor Centre […]

One Communications is donating a summer camp space to local charity, the Bermuda National Gallery, with the BNG’s signature Art+Tech Summer Camp teaching digital art-making skills such as animation, digital painting and photo editing to students aged 11 to 14. Each camper is given an iPad and Apple Pencil to use during the week. A BNG […]

The Bermuda Archives and Bermuda National Trust marked International Archives Day on June 9 with an exhibition showcasing 19th-century artwork that highlights “Bermuda’s rich visual heritage.” A Government spokesperson said, “In special partnership with the Bermuda National Trust, the Bermuda Archives proudly celebrated International Archives Day on June 9 with a unique joint exhibition entitled […]

Bermudian golfers delivered a strong performance on day two of the 45th annual Kitty Michael Golf Invitational at El Conquistador Golf Club in Puerto Rico. The Bermuda team, comprising captain Linda Down, vice captain Tracy Burgess, Katrin Burnie, Liz Carpio, Carine Brule, Valerie Nearon, Angela Cook, Katyna Rabain, Lesley Wollmann, and Tracy Nash, demonstrated collective […]

The Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO], chaired by the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, convened on Wednesday 11 June, for a planning session as Bermuda officially enters the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which runs annually from 1 June to 30 November. Minister Weeks stated, “The Government of Bermuda, through the EMO, is actively preparing for any threat […]

The Bermuda Karate Federation will send its first youth team overseas to compete at the Miami Karate Open, marking a key milestone in its growth as a National Sports Governing Body. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Karate Federation [BKF] is proud to announce that a team of ten young athletes will depart this Thursday to […]

Seventeen-year-old Shia Bean, founder of Kalae’s Marketing, is making her mark as a social media manager, working with clients like the Bermuda Cricket Board while preparing to study marketing at Clark Atlanta University. Ms. Bean said, “My name is Shia Bean, and I am a 17-year-old social media manager and the founder of Kalae’s Marketing, […]

The Bermuda national football team will discover their opponents for the third and final round of the Concacaf region World Cup qualifiers today [June 12] at 8pm. Supporters can watch the event live on the Concacaf YouTube channel. Bermuda secured their spot in the draw after defeating Cuba 2-1 at the Estadio Antonio Maceo in […]

June 11 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,829.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 10 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 9 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 11] include acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Acting Deputy Commissioner Of Police Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0597/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Bermuda Police Service Publication date: 11 June, 2025 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Bermuda Police Service […]

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron participated in four races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, achieving one podium finish. Waldron’s evening commenced with Race 4 [Pace Class], where he piloted Silvershoe Chixy to a third-place finish, recording a time of 1 minute, 52 seconds [1:52.0]. In Race 7 [Trot Class], Waldron guided Rock Party to […]

Thursday, June 12 is expected to see plenty of sunshine with a shower or two, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am […]

The 45th annual Kitty Michael Golf Invitational is underway at the El Conquistador Golf Club in northern Puerto Rico, with the Bermuda contingent delivering a robust performance in the initial round of the international ladies’ team event. More than 100 amateur women golfers are competing in the 54-hole tournament. Established in 1979, the invitational aims […]

The Bermuda Basketball Association’s [BBA] Senior Men’s National team started the tour of the Dominican Republic with a 56-40 win over a local club team Baez. The first half was dominated by Bermuda’s defense limiting Baez to 17 points total at the half. Bermuda was led by Cameron Basden with 16 points, followed closely by […]

Members of Bermuda’s delegation to the 2025 Women in Leadership conference in Dubai will host a June 12 talk to share key lessons and global insights in the first of a three-part local series. A Government spokesperson said, “As a follow-up to the Women in Leadership: Living the Dream conference held in Dubai in March […]

Members of Bermuda’s delegation to the 2025 Women in Leadership conference in Dubai will host a June 13 talk to share key lessons and global insights in the first of a three-part local series. A Government spokesperson said, “As a follow-up to the Women in Leadership: Living the Dream conference held in Dubai in March […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Andre Lambe believes he has the perfect stage to showcase his talents when he faces American Kendo Castaneda for the vacant American Boxing Organisation [ABO] regional welterweight title on Saturday [June 14] in Galveston, Texas. Lambe [12-0] meets Castaneda [21-9] in an eight-round contest at the Galveston Island Convention Centre and […]

Kaden Hopkins and Liana Madeiros are expected to be among the cyclists racing against the clock in the Bermuda National Championships Individual Time-Trial next Thursday [June 19]. Sanctioned by the Union Cycliste Internationale, the race starts on Southside Road near the Police Station at 6pm. Hopkins, who races for Uni Sport Lamentin in Guadeloupe, won […]

[Opinion column written by OBA’s Victoria Cunningham] As the school year ends and families prepare for the summer, we must confront a hard truth: Bermuda’s public education reform is at a crossroads. The recently tabled 2025/2026 Education Budget outlines the Government’s plans to spend nearly $150 million on Bermuda’s public education system, the largest education […]

Greenpeace UK and Bermudian stakeholders held a May workshop to advance plans for a high seas sanctuary in the Sargasso Sea under the UN Global Ocean Treaty. A spokesperson said, “Greenpeace UK, in collaboration with Bermudian stakeholders, hosted their second workshop in May to reflect on the past year’s progress and plan next steps in […]

The Chartered Professional Accountants have partnered with Becker to encourage more Bermudians to pursue the U.S. CPA designation and increase local representation within the accounting profession. A spokesperson said, “We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Becker, a trusted name in CPA exam prep. Bermudians currently make up only about 30% of the 2,000+ […]

CG sponsored the Bermuda Smash Cricket Tournament, celebrating top-level play and community engagement, highlighted by a visit from cricket legend Sir Curtly Ambrose. A spokesperson said, “CG proudly served as the Title Sponsor of the Bermuda Smash Cricket Tournament, a dynamic week of test matches that brought energy, excitement, and community spirit to Bermuda. The […]

The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association [BTOA] has launched BTOA Connect Transport Services, the island’s “first driver-led digital dispatch and booking platform.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association is proud to announce the official launch of BTOA Connect Transport Services, Bermuda’s first purpose-built, driver-led digital dispatch and booking platform. This […]

27 participants from Bermuda took part in the 2025/26 Queen’s Gambit Challenge, a FIDE-backed global initiative to promote chess among women. A spokesperson said, “The Queen’s Gambit Challenge is a global initiative supported by FIDE, the world chess governing body, aimed at promoting chess among female players of all ages. “The first stage of the […]

Mia Fishel, who is visiting the island, has been linked with a move away from Chelsea Women this summer. Fishel, whose father Patrick is Bermudian, is talks with several National Women’s Soccer League teams, according to reports in the United States. The 24-year-old helped Chelsea complete the treble – Women’s Super League, FA Cup and […]

The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features waves rolling onto a Bermuda beach, capturing the island’s natural beauty. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You […]

Ross Barkwell, a former Bermuda resident, has won the lottery in Canada, earning he and his wife $260,636.80 CAD [about $190,000 BDA/USD]. Mr. Barkwell told Bernews, “My wife and I enjoyed 16 great years working and living in Bermuda and recently returned to Canada for our retirement. We have fond memories of our Bermuda second […]

June 10 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,829.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 9 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 6 […]

The Government is consulting the public on its “commitment to phase out the sale and importation of internal combustion engine vehicles” as part of its National Electric Vehicle [EV] policy. A Government spokesperson said, “The public will recall that the 2022 Throne Speech called for the Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport to […]

Bermuda’s football team made a spectacular showing to defeat Cuba 2-1 in Santiago de Cuba to advance in the Qualifying Round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 CONCACAF Qualifiers. The match took place at Estadio Antonio Maceo. Bermuda’s Djair Parfitt scored in the sixth minute, giving Bermuda a 1-0 lead that held until halftime. Cuba […]

Premier David Burt joined community leaders at the Bermuda PowWow this past weekend. A Government spokesperson said, “Over the weekend, the Premier of Bermuda, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, attended the biannual Powwow hosted by the St. David’s Islanders and Native Community, held in St. David’s. “He was joined by the Minister for Youth, Social […]

Three males were arrested following an altercation at Queen Elizabeth Park in Hamilton yesterday [June 9]. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 3:30pm on Monday, June 9, 2025, police responded to a report of a disturbance at Queen Elizabeth Park in the City of Hamilton. “On arrival, officers found three males engaged in a physical […]

Bermuda College and the Bermuda Foundation for Insurance Studies have partnered to run a series of courses to give students an awareness of the island’s insurance industry. A spokesperson said, “The four Intro-to-Insurance seminars are free to Bermuda College students and are being offered at a reduced rate to industry partners for their interns to […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 10] include boards appointments and acting appointments. Copyright Tribunal Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0591/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 10 June, 2025 The Minister of Economy and Labour is pleased to make the following appointments. Copyright […]

Sankofa Bermuda and CURB are co-hosting “Community Voices Speak: The Emancipation Edition & Vendors Market” on Thursday, July 10 at BUEI, offering insightful talks on history, culture, and community. A spokesperson said, “Sankofa Bermuda in collaboration with CURB presents Community Voices Speak, The Emancipation Edition & Vendors Market. Date: Thursday, July 10th Time 6:00PM to […]

A triple-header at the Michael Preece Softball Diamond saw 90 runs scored as the Bermuda softball league season continued. In the first game, Platano Power defeated the Hakuna Matata Lions 13-12. Albert Acevedo of Platano Power went 4 for 4 at the plate, recording a double, a triple, and 3 RBIs. For the Hakuna Matata […]

Team Bermuda ambassadors Syriah Lottimore and Brandon Sousa have travelled to Athens, Greece, for the Youth Olympic Ambassadors Programme. The pair, who are representing the Bermuda Olympic Association, have visited the Acropolis, the most important monument in Greece, and the Panathenaic Stadium, the first stadium to host the modern Olympic Games. The programme brings together […]

Aquatic ferns are been spotted in some of the island’s freshwater ponds, with Dr Mark Outerbridge saying that “a few of Bermuda’s freshwater ponds have been replaced with what appears to be grassy lawn when seen from a distance.” In the latest issue of Envirotalk, Dr Outerbridge said, “Some readers may have noticed that a […]

The 10th anniversary of Kayak for Kids successfully brought together dozens of paddlers and supporters, culminating in a vibrant event that raised $140,000 for the Saving Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS] charity. Debi Ray-Rivers told Bernews, “Our 10th Anniversary of Kayaking for Kids was a tremendous success, with 14 paddlers on Saturday and 58 on Sunday paddling […]

Racehorse Flora Of Bermuda has been sold by Bermuda Racing Limited to Wathnan Racing – a Qatari-backed operation. The four-year-old daughter of Dark Angel, winner of last season’s G3 Summer Stakes, has been purchased privately from Bermuda Racing Limited and holds entries for both Group 1 sprints at Royal Ascot this month as well as […]

Mereo Advisors Group, the Bermuda-based insurance, reinsurance and asset management group, will rebrand as Cedar Trace. A spokesperson said, “Cedar Trace’s business and management team remain exactly the same. “Cedar Trace has a close alignment with Mereo Insurance Limited, the Bermuda reinsurance company with an A- financial strength rating from AM Best. This relationship will […]