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The Financial Assistance Amendment Regulations 2025 “aim to close identified gaps that impact Bermuda’s most vulnerable populations, our seniors and persons with mental health challenges/needs,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 12] the Minister said, “The Bill increases the ‘excluded income’ threshold […]

CG announced the launch Return of Premium life insurance, a new plan that they said “provides reliable protection for your loved ones, with the added benefit of cash back if you outlive the policy term.” A spokesperson said, “It’s for people who want protection with upside: if the unexpected happens, your loved ones are protected; […]

The PLP paid tribute to Ann Webb, saying her “unwavering guidance and mentorship paved the way for the PLP to continuously hold the majority of seats in Devonshire.” A PLP spokesperson said, “Sixty-two years ago, with the formation of the Bermuda Progressive Labour Party, each parish around the island created a Branch. “Long before the […]

The Bermuda Society of Arts [BSoA] will host an artist meet & greet event on today [Sept 15] from 5.30pm to 7.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Celebrating four exhibitions featuring the work of Janet Percy, Lance Tucker Jr., Adam Johnson, and the talented photographers of ReFramed. Monday, September 15 5:30 – 7:00 PM Bermuda Society of […]

The Dudley Eve Trophy Group A tournament at the Devonshire Recreation Club featured two matches, with Dandy Town Hornets and North Village Rams each earning a victory. Dandy Town Hornets 2, Paget Lions 1 Dandy Town Hornets defeated Paget Lions 2-1 in the first match. The Hornets took a 2-0 lead by halftime with goals […]

Bermudian sailors Jordan Vieira and Paul Rodrigues Jr. were instrumental in Eckerd College’s fourth-place finish at the SAISA South Top Six race in Florida. The regatta was the first of two events for the team this weekend. The Eckerd A team, crewed by Rodrigues Jr. and Avery Guck, finished with 58 points, earning the second-best […]

The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s VT Construction Criterium at the Southside Moto Sports Park featured several close finishes across various divisions. In the A Division, Matt Boys was declared the winner, recording a time of 28:19, the same as second-place finisher Dylan Eiselt. The B Division also saw a tie for the top spot, with Darren […]

For three decades, Patricia Peets was a steady, calming presence guiding planes safely in and out of Bermuda. The air traffic controller, who began her career in Barbados in 1981, retired recently after more than 40 years in aviation. She joined the air traffic control tower at LF Wade International Airport in 1995 and soon […]

The fifth round of the Gosling’s Moongate Tour concluded with a three-way tie for the top spot at the Ocean View Golf Course, as Jamie MacMillian, Oliver Betschart, and Nick Jones all shared the win. Gosling’s Moongate Tour Fifth Round Leaderboard -01 Jamie MacMillian -01 Oliver Betschart -01 Nick Jones E Daniel Augustus E Dwayne […]

Monday, September 15 is expected to see extensive cloud cover with more showers, easing overnight, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 7.02am […]

Bermudian footballer Jahni Simmons made her debut for Coventry Sphinx Ladies in a 3-2 win at home to Hednesford United Women in the West Midlands Regional League Premier Division today [September 14]. Simmons, who plays as a striker, came on as a second-half substitute. She helped the Bermuda women’s national team win the gold medal […]

Bermudian rugby player Jamin Hodgkins was in impressive form in the Pacific Pride Academy’s 43-36 defeat away to the University of Victoria yesterday [September 13]. Hodgkins accounted for 16 of his team’s points [four conversions, one penalty and one try]. The Academy aims to develop young Canadian players and prepare them for professional careers at […]

Qshai Darrell from the Department of Works and Engineering earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for August. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government is pleased to recognise the recipient of the August Public Service Excellence Award, Mr. Qshai Darrell of the Department of Works and Engineering. “Mr. Darrell is recognised for excellence in customer […]

Bermudian footballer Na’im Zuill made his first start for the Bolton Wanderers Under-18 team in England. The talented 15-year-old footballer was named to the starting lineup and contributed to his team’s 2-0 victory over Lincoln City at Lostock. Related Stories Willie Clemons Scores For Leiston In Cup Trott Nominated For EFL Player Of The Month […]

Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips helped Tulane University secure a victory at the Blue Gray Invitational. Phillips and his doubles partner, Alec Gaudin, initiated the match with an 8-6 win against Georgia Tech’s Richard Biagiotti and Elias Shokry. Phillips then clinched the overall win for Tulane by defeating Biagiotti in the first singles contest, winning […]

“I am pleased to provide an update this morning on the significant programming initiatives undertaken at the Office of Youth Affairs,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 12]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to provide an update […]

Teenager Zhen Swan Knights is being recognized for her “Pouches of Love” project. A spokesperson said, “While chatting with her teacher in a Math Session recently, discussing the importance of service to mankind, and exploring how Rotary has changed the lives of so many globally, 13-year-old Zhen Swan Knights came up with the idea of […]

Bermuda commercial [re]insurers incurred US$1.1 trillion in gross claims costs to policyholders and cedants globally during the nine-year period from 2016 to 2024. A BMA spokesperson said, “These costs covered large catastrophes, property and casualty losses, as well as life insurance claims for policyholders’ dividends, surrenders, maturities, annuities [including payments for financial and biometric risks], […]

“I rise today to update this Honourable House on the National Violence Reduction Strategy,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. “The National Violence Reduction Strategy is not a slogan,” the Minister said. “It is a movement to heal our communities, strengthen families, and give young people opportunities for a […]

The 2025/26 Bermuda Field Hockey season commenced with a 3-3 tie between the Budgies and Pink Robins at the National Sports Center. The match was characterized by its rapid scoring, with each goal being quickly countered by the opposing team. The Budgies established a 1-0 lead in the 10th minute with a field goal from […]

“In the wake of the horrific shooting just one city block from this Chamber, I requested that the Governor convene a meeting of the Council,” Premier David Burt said in the House of Assembly. The Premier said, “Bermuda’s Constitution makes the UK’s appointed representative, the Governor, responsible for internal security. This fact is cold comfort […]

“The Ministry of National Security, through the Department for National Drug Control [DNDC], joins communities globally in recognizing September as National Recovery Month,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 12]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, in our ongoing commitment to strengthen social programmes […]

The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation will host its “Balancing Life and Mind” conference on October 29–30, featuring 31 expert speakers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF] is proud to announce its upcoming 2-Day Hybrid Conference, “Balancing Life and Mind: A Mental Health Conference,” scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, and Thursday, October 30, […]

“Bermuda’s presence at CARIFESTA XV demonstrated that while we are small in size, our culture is rich, resilient, and ready to take its place on the world stage,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 12]. The Minister said, “Bermuda brought a delegation of […]

Bermuda Education Network [BEN] and Allied World have expanded their partnership to provide greater support for public-school teachers. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Education Network [BEN] and Allied World have strengthened their long-standing partnership to better support the inspiring work of public-school teachers in Bermuda. Colm Singleton, Head of Allied World Bermuda, and Natalie Roberts, Deputy […]

Caitlyn Bobb finished fifth in her women’s 400 metres heat at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo today [September 14]. Bobb, competing at her first World Athletics Championships, clocked a time of 51.72sec in heat three. She finished 29th overall. Bobb won a silver medal in the 400 final at the Junior Pan American Games […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Dion Smith] In light of recent news involving Bermuda Air and their legal dispute, I want to be clear that my purpose here is not to weigh in on the legal matter itself, but to raise broader awareness around the need to support visionary initiatives especially those aimed at […]