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Canadian professional motorcycle racer Mark Goodwin will compete on the island during the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association’s Father’s Day meet at the Southside Raceway in St David’s on Sunday [June 15]. Goodwin, who races in the Atlantic Roadracing League in Nova Scotia, will pit his skills against Bermuda’s best drivers in the 400cc class. Admission […]

[Column written by Fiona Rodriguez-Roberts] When was the last time you stepped outside your comfort zone? Got messy? Tried something new? Felt that mix of nervous energy and self-doubt—and then realized, “I can do this”? These moments matter. Research shows that trying new things helps build confidence, emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of self. […]

Bill Curry is retiring after 13 years leading BIOS, during which he expanded its global reach and strengthened its research and education programs. A spokesperson said, “Bill Curry, who has strengthened the global impact of the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences by expanding research and education efforts, positioning the island as a key player in […]

The PHC Zebras advanced in the under-23 summer league 2025 KO Cup after securing a 3-1 victory over the Devonshire Colts at BAA Field. Harlem Bean-Fox opened the scoring for the Zebras in the 17th minute, giving his side a 1-0 lead that held through halftime. In the second half, Antonio Wade extended PHC’s advantage […]

Bermudian showjumper Ki-Juan Minors placed ninth in the ArthramidVet 1.40m Grand Prix with Jump Off Class at the ESP June II event In Wellington, Florida. Minors, riding Kylie VJ, completed the Round One course at the Equestrian Village Derby Field in 76.14 seconds, incurring 4 penalty fault points. Related Stories Results, Photos & Video: Junior […]

Bermudian middle-distance runner Nirobi Smith-Mills competed in the British Milers’ Club [BMC] Grand Prix, a World Athletics Challenger event, in Birmingham, England. Representing Notts / Nottingham Trent University, Smith-Mills secured a third-place finish in the men’s 800m C final at Birmingham University. He completed the race in 1 minute, 49.47 seconds [1:49.47]. Robert Shipley won the […]

The Southampton Parish Council recently hosted community events including school reading visits, a public meeting on gardening, an Easter Egg Hunt, a business breakfast, and launched its 2025 scholarship application. A spokesperson said, “The last 3 months have been active for Southampton Parish Council. On the 6th March, Members read to Pre School students at […]

David Selley and Steven Bridges’s S-25 GL Constuction/S-25 Team boat was sent airborne during the Guntersville Lake HydroFest in Guntersville, Alabama, at the weekend. Neither Selley and Bridges were injured during the incident. “Lots of work to do and yet again, thanks to Shaun Torrente’s team who jumped in to help!” read S-25 Team Bermuda […]

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron was in action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, participating in two qualifying races and securing a runner-up finish. Waldron’s day began in race 4, a pace class event. Aboard N’gannou, he guided his horse to a fourth-place finish, stopping the clock in 1 minute, 56 and four-fifths […]

June 9 saw 8,297 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $252,948.00 BD. 4,465 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 2.4% at $42.50 per share, while another 3,832 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 2.9% at $16.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,829.61, up 1.84% […]

Sudanese-Bermudian writer Yusef Bushara has released his debut poetry collection, ‘Good News.’ A spokesperson said, “The book, already available online on Amazon, will be available locally in the coming weeks. The title Good News is a translation of Bushara’s last name [ﺑﺸﺮى] from Quranic Arabic. At once a personal offering and a collective invocation, the collection […]

The Government of Bermuda’s Ageing and Disability Services [ADS] recently hosted its 3rd annual Seniors’ Tea at the Willowbank Resort Hotel. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda’s Ageing and Disability Services [ADS] hosted its 3rd Annual Senior’s Tea on Friday, 6 June at the Willowbank Resort Hotel, bringing together seniors from across the […]

RISA Bermuda, together with South Square, recently hosted their inaugural joint conference at the Hamilton Princess. A spokesperson said, “RISA Bermuda, the Restructuring and Insolvency Specialists Association of Bermuda, together with South Square, a leading set of commercial barristers’ chambers in London, successfully hosted their inaugural joint conference on 5 June 2025 at the Hamilton […]

As part of the 2025 Caribbean Canada Leaders Dialogue, 16 emerging leaders paid a courtesy visit to the Cabinet Office to meet with Premier David Burt and Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward. Premier David Burt engaging in discussion with CCl Delegates while Mr. Ed Ball [pictured left], and Tammy Augustus- Richardson [pictured right] […]

Premier David Burt recently met with UN Resident Coordinator Denis Zulu which “provided an opportunity to strengthen partnerships and explore additional areas of collaboration with the United Nations.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier of Bermuda, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, welcomed Mr. Denis Zulu, United Nations Resident Coordinator for Bermuda, Jamaica, the […]

The Corporate Income Tax Agency announced the launch of the new website www.cita.bm ”marking a major milestone in its commitment to transparency, accessibility and stakeholder engagement.” A spokesperson said, “The new website provides a centralized hub for corporate taxpayers, industry professionals and the general public to access key information on the agency and Bermuda’s corporate income tax regime. […]

The Bermuda Police Service hosted UK instructors last November to train officers and partner agencies in trauma-informed practices, and recently extended the latest trauma-informed awareness training opportunity to several of their sister agencies. A police spokesperson said, “Last November, 2024, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] hosted two UK instructors from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 9] include notification of planning applications registered, public notification, striking off, acting appointments and elections. List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 9, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0588/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 09 […]

Tuesday, June 10 is expected to see few clouds, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 6:11am and sunset will be at 8:25pm. […]

The Bermuda Police Service invites Sandys and Southampton residents to upcoming community meetings to discuss policing initiatives and hear local concerns. A spokesperson said, “Western Area Commanders of the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] invite residents of Southampton and Sandys parishes to attend the following scheduled community meetings.” Sandys parish residents: 6-8pm Tuesday, 10th June 2025, […]

Branwen Smith-King has been inducted into the Tufts University Athletics Hall of Fame. As an athlete, Smith-King represented Bermuda at the Commonwealth Games and Pan American Games. Branwen-Smith, the Bermuda Olympic Association secretary general, was among the sixth class inducted at the Tufts Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Dinner at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, […]

“The Government should have sought consultation on its updated work permit policy before it was updated, not after,” says Vance Campbell, Shadow Minister for Economy and Labour. “It feels like members of the public are an afterthought.” “Will the Government make further changes to the policy based upon that feedback,” the OBA MP asked. “During his […]

The ’441′ art show at the Masterworks Museum will showcase the multi-disciplinary talents of Jordan Carey, OYANGO, Nadiyah Brown, and Chyna Talbot, A spokesperson said, “Opening next in the Rick Faries Gallery at the Masterworks Museum is 441, or Four Artists, Four Styles, One Show, a recurring group show that features emerging local artists. This year, 441 will showcase […]

Gayle Lindsay and John Carreiro raced to victory in the Race for Memories, a 5K event held in Bermuda’s East End. In the women’s competition, Gayle Lindsay – who recently won the Bermuda Day race –  secured first place with a time of 18 minutes, 36 seconds. Christine Dailey finished second, clocking 18 minutes, 48 seconds. […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Dr Douglas DeCouto] Recently, Members of Parliament wrapped up their detailed debate on the Ministry of Finance’s budget. We heard from Premier Burt and Junior Minister Furbert about the Ministry’s spending plans, and had the chance to ask detailed questions. But as usual, some of the most important questions […]

The Bermuda Rouleurs Cycling Club [BRCC] delivered a unique twist on the traditional time trial this weekend, challenging riders with two distinct efforts in one competition. A spokesperson said, “The event, held in St. David’s, combined a hill climb and a flat sprint course to determine the overall fastest cyclists across categories. “Nicholas Narraway emerged […]

The Bermuda Basketball Association has announced the Senior Men’s National Team for the upcoming development tour in the Dominican Republic. A spokesperson said, “The BBA’s Sr. Men’s National team Program is about to begin it’s 4th annual Development tour in the Dominican Republic. The BBA continues their strong, ongoing relationship with the Dominican Republic Basketball […]

Aaliyah Nolan has been presented with a framed AFC Bradford Women’s shirt in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the club over two seasons. The Bermuda women’s national team striker, who recently announced her retirement at the age of 27 due to a persistent knee condition, scored an impressive 23 goals in 34 appearances for […]

Adam Hall’s Nashville Sounds defeated the Gwinnett Stripers 10-4 at home in Minor League Baseball yesterday [June 8]. Hall’s performance at the plate was 1-for-4. In the first inning he singled on a line drive to left field, allowing Oliver Dunn to score The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, […]

Hamilton Parish Hurricanes have retained their Bermuda Invitational Smash title after defeating Sandys Spartans by five wickets at the North Field, National Sports Centre, yesterday [June 8]. Spartans batted first, scoring 151 for the loss of six wickets from their 20 overs. In reply, Hurricanes finished on 154 for five off 17.4 overs. Related Stories […]

Bermudian triathlete Nicholas Pilgrim earned a 13th-place finish competing in the Under-23 Men’s event at the Americas Triathlon Championships. Pilgrim completed the race with an overall time of 2:01:01. His performance consisted of a 19:22 swim, a 56:28 bike ride, and a 41:39 run to cap off the event held in Mystic Paradise Calima. Subscribe […]

Bermudian showjumper Ki-Juan Minors secured a top-ten finish to open his campaign at the ESP June II event. Riding his horse Kylie VJ at the Equestrian Village Derby Field, Minors competed in the 1.40m Open Stake class. The pair completed the course with a time of 75.43 seconds, finishing in sixth place after receiving four […]

Sanchez Smith and Sophia LeClerc raced to victory in the Bermuda Triathlon Association’s SuperSprint Series at Clearwater Beach. Competitors navigated the SuperSprint distance, comprising a 200m swim, a 10k cycle, and a 2k run. In the Men’s race, Sanchez Smith finished first with a time of 24 minutes, 2 seconds. Ethan Smith secured second place […]

WindReach’s 20th annual Walk & Roll was held this morning [June 8], raising funds to support the charity’s initiatives. A spokesperson previously said, “All funds raised will directly support our Educational & Therapeutic programmes that help to enrich the quality of life for individuals with diverse support needs.” Related Stories Photos & Video: WindReach Walk […]

North Village Community Club [NVCC] announced the election of DeVrae Tankard as its new President and Ralph Bean Jr. as Vice President. A spokesperson said, “A dynamic new chapter has begun for one of Bermuda’s most storied and successful community clubs. At its Annual General Meeting held on June 5th, North Village Community Club proudly […]

“This issue has dragged on for too long and the Government should be taking swift action to protect people and pets from dangerous dogs before something else tragic happens,” MP Robin Tucker said. Ms Tucker said, “On June 12 last year, in response to parliamentary questions in the Upper House, Senator Lindsay Simmons, who is also […]

Monday, June 9 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 87%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph drew 1-1 at home to FC Naples in the USL League One yesterday [June 7]. Wright, the Greenville head coach, told the club’s website: “I thought the first 10-15 minutes of the match were a bit rough after the long delay, but we weathered the storm. “After that, I thought took […]

The St. David’s Islanders and Native Community are holding their Bermuda PowWow — “a celebration of our ancestors” — this weekend at St. David’s County Cricket Club. A spokesperson previously said, “This year’s Powwow promises to be a vibrant celebration of Bermuda’s deep-rooted connections with Native American communities from the U.S. East Coast, particularly New England. […]

Bermuda’s women’s duo of Kayley Hamilton and Hailey Moss concluded competition in the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association Under-21 Beach Championships after a tight three-set battle in the quarter-finals. Competing in windy conditions, the Bermudian pair lost 2-1 to Jassania Joseph and Jaya Carr of Antigua. Hamilton and Moss captured the first set 21-18 before the […]

The Bermuda bowling team secured a berth in the upcoming Central American and Caribbean [CAC] Games after their performance at the Central American and Caribbean Bowling Confederation Championships in the Dominican Republic. The Bermudian quintet, comprising Michael Honore, Damien Matthews, David Maycock, Jamel Bean, and Dayvon Tucker, achieved their primary objective of qualifying for the […]

Three of Bermuda’s top football officials are representing the island on the international stage, serving in key roles during the current World Cup qualifiers. The trio from the Bermuda Football Association includes Referee Amaury Majors and Assistant Referee Stefan Maybury, who were part of the officiating team for the qualifier between the Cayman Islands and […]

The PHC Lady Zebras defeated the Dandy Stars 1-0 in the latest Bermuda Football Women’s Division match at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence Field. The first half concluded without a score, as both teams maintained strong defensive postures. Jasmine Spence scored the sole goal of the match for the PHC Lady Zebras in the […]

Bermudian choreographer and writer Krystal S. Lowe is leading a cultural exchange with Welsh artist Kizzy Crawford to deepen connections between the Bermudian and Welsh arts sectors. A spokesperson said, “Thanks to Bermuda Arts Council’s Onion Bulb Grant and Arts Council Wales’ International Opportunities Fund Bermudian choreographer and writer Krystal S. Lowe and Welsh singer/songwriter and […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] hosted a World Ocean Open Day yesterday [June 7] to celebrate Bermuda’s marine life through interactive activities, educational talks, and ocean-themed adventures. A spokesperson previously said, “This event will be a fun-filled celebration of our island’s greatest treasure: the ocean! The day’s events […]

Adam Hall’s Nashville Sounds won 1-0 at home to the Gwinnett Stripers in Minor League Baseball yesterday [June 7]. Bermudian Hall was rested for the match. The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers, where Hall spent part of the pre-season. Nashville and Stripers face each other again […]

The Bermuda Football Association’s Summer League Under-23 season continued with two matches at BAA Field. PHC Zebras 5, Devonshire Colts 4 The PHC Zebras secured a 5-4 victory over the Devonshire Colts after overcoming a two-goal deficit. Caleb McDowall scored for the PHC Zebras in the 10th minute, followed by an equalizer from Shane Robinson […]

Bermuda’s teams started competition on the opening day of the 2025 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association [ECVA] Under-21 Beach Championships. Bermuda’s men’s duo, Kyle Mello and Anijahe Dos Santo Martin, lost both of their initial matches in Men’s Pool D. They were defeated 2-0 [21-8, 21-16] by Julian Bristol and Komarr Fraties of Saint Kitts and […]

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island were defeated 1-0 at home by Miami FC in the United Soccer League Championship yesterday [June 7]. Sebastián Blanco scored the winner for Miami in the 54th minute. A former Bermuda captain, Smith made history in his first year as a head coach last term, leading Rhode Island to the Eastern […]

The Hamilton Parish Hurricanes have reached the Bermuda Smash Invitational final with an eight-wicket victory in the semi-finals over Pembroke Panthers at the North Field, National Sports Centre, yesterday [June 7]. Panthers were bowled out for 109 in 19.5 overs before the Hurricanes chased down the target, finishing on 111 for the loss of two […]