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Following an independent investigation into Assistant Commissioner of Police [ACOP] Martin Weekes “it has been determined there is no case to answer,” and he “is scheduled to resume the role of ACOP Operations on December 23rd.” Deputy Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood said, “Following an independent investigation into allegations of Gross Misconduct on the part of […]

The Government of Bermuda has launched a Geographic Information System [GIS] designed to enhance understanding and inform action based on the findings of the recently published Climate Change and Its Impact on Bermuda Study. A spokesperson said, “The public will recall that this landmark study, released on November 27, highlights the pressing challenges and opportunities […]

Associate head coach David Patrick and his LSU Tigers men’s basketball team were defeated 74-64 away to the SMU Mustangs in the NCAA Division 1 in Frisco, Texas, on Saturday [December 14]. LSU, who play in the Southeastern Conference, face the Stetson Hatters today. Bermudian Patrick join LSU as an associate head coach in May. […]

Local football coaches are honing their knowledge and skills as they embark on the Bermuda D Licence course, a foundational programme aimed at developing coaching expertise on the island. The coaches recently attended their first sessions, where they gained valuable insights from key figures in Bermuda’s football community. Michael Findlay, the Bermuda men’s national team […]

Bermudian AJ Dill made a superb start to his professional boxing career after claiming a first-round knockout win at the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham at the weekend. Fighting under the Ashton Promotions and Fighting Dad banner, Dill was part of a 15-fight card dubbed “The Greatest Show.” Dill defeated Jake Morris in a light-heavyweight contest, […]

Antonio Pierce’s Las Vegas Raiders were defeated 15-9 at home to the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football League [NFL] yesterday [December 16]. The Raiders are bottom of the AFC West after winning two and losing 12 matches this season. Pierce’s team are at home to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday [December 22]. The son […]

19-year-old Bermudian Daniel Phillips has been chosen as the first recipient of the Arizona State University [ASU] Bermuda Scholarship. An article from BIOS/ASU said, “Daniel Phillips, a 19-year-old Bermudian, has been selected as the first recipient of the Arizona State University [ASU] Bermuda Scholarships. This milestone marks the launch of an exciting new initiative designed […]

Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott kept a clean sheet in FC Copenhagen’s 1-0 win at home to Kolding IF in the second leg of the Danish Cup quarter-finals on Sunday [December 15]. Trott’s side advance to the semi-finals after winning 4-1 on aggregate. Trott, 26, signed for Copenhagen from English Premier League outfit West Ham United […]

The Warwick Academy High Performance swim team made a big splash at the 2024 NC QCD Holiday Invite, hosted by the Queen City Dolphins in North Carolina. The twelve-strong squad from Bermuda delivered a string of impressive performances, highlighted by personal best times and strong finishes in the finals. Sofia Leclerc, Jorgia White, Jamie MacFarlane, […]

The Nifty Rollers defeated the Cubs 20-7 in week 14 of the Continental Bowling League 2024/25 season at Warwick Bowl. The Odd Balls defeated the Invaders 22-5. The New Hope squad upset the Astronauts 17-10. The Spicenix defeated the Sunset team 24-3. The Nifty Rollers are in second place in the league standings. The Under […]

Caitlyn Bobb made a strong start to her collegiate career at Virginia Tech, competing in the Clemson Opener at the Clemson indoor track & field complex. Bobb took to the track in heat two of the women’s 300m and recorded a personal best time of 38.34 seconds to win her heat and place sixth overall […]

The 37th Annual Fecchio Junior Cup will be held at the Turtle Hill Golf Course on Thursday, December 19th and Friday, December 20th. A spokesperson said, “Defending champion, Camilo Legere is up against a strong field with the likes of recent Moongate Tour winner Oliver Betschart and the ever-improving Johnny Bart. Recent Port Royal Female […]

Kiwon Waldron drove Street Boy to a sixth-place finish in the ninth race at Hawthorne Race Course in Chicago. The race, a pace, saw Waldron and Street Boy complete the distance in 1:55&1. The appearance came one day after Waldron’s debut at the track. Related Stories Waldron Makes Hawthorne Race Course Debut Weekend Harness Pony […]

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited and Enstar Group Limited have entered into a loss portfolio transfer reinsurance agreement covering a portfolio of reinsurance segment business. A spokesperson said, “The closing of the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary conditions, and is expected to occur during the first half of 2025. “Under the LPT reinsurance […]

December 16 saw 210 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $7,250.00 BD. 200 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 3.9% at $36.05 per share, while the other 10 shares were traded by West Hamilton Holdings Ltd, closing even at $7.50 per share. The BSX finished at 2,501.05, […]

The Happy Bird Company will be selling its bluebird nesting boxes at Washington Mall this Friday [Dec 20] and Saturday [Dec 21]. A spokesperson for the company stated, “Led by our founder, Christian Chin-Gurret, The Happy Bird Company will have bluebird nesting boxes available for purchase at Washington Mall on the Reid Street ground floor. […]

On Thursday, December 12th, Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert led a delegation aboard the Sky Princess to mark the vessel’s inaugural visit to Bermuda with a ceremonial plaque exchange. A spokesperson said, “This marks the Sky Princess’s first call to Bermuda since its launch in 2019. The ship arrived in Bermuda on December 11th, one […]

A staff gift drive at the Bermuda Monetary Authority has collected just over 150 toys and more than $10,500 in gift card vouchers, bringing holiday cheer and much-needed help to children and families in need. A spokesperson said, “Gift cards included vouchers for BELCO, Lindo’s Market, The Marketplace and Gibbons Company to help families with […]

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 2.7% in August – the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 5.4% when compared to August 2023, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the August 2024 Retail Sales […]

Bermuda have been crowned champions of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub Regional Qualifier after defeating the Cayman Islands by 13 runs in Buenos Aires, Argentina, today [December 16]. Batting first after winning the toss, Bermuda posted 139 for the loss of six wickets, with Onias Bascome scoring 42, captain Terryn Fray hitting […]

The Bermuda Police Service confirmed the death of Khiry Furbert, who died following a shooting early this morning. Acting Detective Chief Inspector Clifford Roberts said, “It is with regret that the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the death of Mr. Khiry Furbert, in his 34th year of life and father to an 11 year […]

Consumers paid 2.3% more in August than they did a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics’ August 2024 Consumer Price Index. “In summary, consumers paid 2.3 per cent more […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has provided schedule updates for the upcoming Friendship and Shield matches. Note: Time Change: The Friendship matches scheduled on Sunday, December 22nd and Thursday, December 26th will kick off at 2:00pm not 2:30pm. Thursday, December 26th Friendship & Shield Semi-final matches will take place at Bernard Park Time: 12:00pm & […]