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A wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. has entered into an agreement pursuant to acquire Aspen Insurance Holdings for approximately $3.5 billion. A spokesperson said, “Sompo Holdings, Inc. announced today that a wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. [“SIH”], has entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which it will […]

[Opinion column written by Kim Smith] When you look out of your window in Bermuda, the view may seem calm and beautiful. However, that beauty is in danger — from climate change, overdevelopment, plastic pollution, and weakened environmental protections. It’s easy to think that environmental issues are happening “somewhere else.” But the reality is, Bermuda […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Ben Smith] Young Black males in Bermuda are in crisis. There is simply no other way to put it and it’s way past time we take our heads out of the sand and face the truth. Gun violence is not a distant problem. Even if you have not had […]

Lockton has named Ryan Bond as Head of Property and Casualty [P&C] for Bermuda, where he will oversee the firm’s growing P&C client base starting September 8. A spokesperson said, “Lockton, the world’s largest independent insurance broker, has appointed Ryan Bond as Head of Property and Casualty [P&C] for Bermuda. “Ryan will report to Philip […]

Bermuda’s doubles squash teams competed in the Pan American Squash Championship in Brazil, with all three teams exiting in the Round of 16. In Men’s Doubles, the Bermudian pair of Micah Franklin and Noah Browne were defeated by Paraguay’s Damian Casarino and Francesco Marcantonio, with a final score of 11-9, 11-3. The Women’s Doubles team […]

Bermudian cyclist Conor White secured a fifth-place finish at the Cambridge Criterium, a 2.6-kilometer race held on a closed circuit in Cambridge, England. White was part of a breakaway group that worked to establish a lead over the main pack. The group maintained a gap for much of the race, but the peloton closed the […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a pink and blue wave abstract, offering a vibrant and modern backdrop inspired by the island’s coastal hues. 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, […]

Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ‘BBB’ Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings of Resolution Life Group Holdings Ltd. and RLGH Finance Bermuda, keeping them on Rating Watch Positive [RWP]. A statement from Fitch said, “Fitch Ratings has maintained the ‘BBB’ Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings [IDRs] of Resolution Life Group Holdings Ltd and RLGH Finance Bermuda [collectively, Resolution […]

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Athene Holding Ltd.’s ‘A-’ Long-Term Issuer Default Rating and the ‘A+’ Insurer Financial Strength rating of its insurance subsidiaries, with a Stable Outlook. A statement from Fitch said, “Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ‘A-’ Long-Term Issuer Default Rating [IDR] assigned to Athene Holding Ltd. [Athene] and the ‘A+’ Insurer Financial Strength […]

August 26 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $17,510.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 3.3% at $17.51 per share. The BSX finished at 2,928.00, up 0.18% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 49 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

The Bermuda Post Office has temporarily suspended “mail shipments to the United States containing goods now subject to U.S. Customs Import Duty.” A Government spokesperson said, “Effective Friday, August 29, 2025, the Bermuda Post Office joins countries including the UK, Canada, India, France, Spain, and those from the Caribbean in temporarily suspending mail shipments to […]

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] is inviting women across Bermuda to learn more about its Transform Programme at an upcoming Information Session on Thursday, August 28th at 6:00pm. A spokesperson said, “The Transform Programme is a 9-month therapeutic journey designed for women aged 25 to 40 who are ready to heal, grow, and build a life […]

The Government welcomed Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest flagship, Norwegian Aqua, on her inaugural call to the island. A spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to welcome Norwegian Cruise Line’s [NCL] newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, on her inaugural call to the island. Norwegian Aqua, launched in March 2025, is the first of NCL’s Prima […]

KFC has sponsored the Bermuda National Library’s Youth Library Reading Challenge, ‘Level Up at Your Library’. A spokesperson said, “The programme, designed to build literacy and a love of reading among Bermuda’s youth, recently celebrated 51 participants who successfully completed the challenge. To recognise their achievement, KFC rewarded young readers who completed Level 1 with […]

Purvis Primary, Francis Patton Primary, and Warwick Academy have been officially accredited as Chess Schools by the World Chess Federation [FIDE], marking a first for Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Throughout 2025, the Bermuda Chess Association [BCA], in partnership with the Department of Education and local Bermuda schools, has been actively working to introduce Chess in […]

Bermuda cricketer Okera Bascome played in Coventry & North Warwickshire First XI’s seven-wicket defeat away to Dorridge First XI in the Birmingham & District Premier League Division Two yesterday [August 25]. Opener Bascome scored 13 runs from ten balls as Coventry & North Warwickshire scored 183 all out from 43.3 overs. In reply, Dorridge scored […]

David Thomas, the Bermuda team chef de mission, has hailed the performances of the island’s athletes at the recent Junior Pan American Games in Asunción, Paraguay. Bermuda won three medals in Paraguay, with swimmer Jack Harvey winning bronze in the men’s 100 metres backstroke, sailor Sebastian Kempe claiming silver in the men’s one-person dinghy [ILCA […]

Police arrested two teenagers in separate incidents which both involved the police pursuing the suspects, with a 17-year-old female arrested for offenses including disqualified driving and failing to stop for police, while a 17-year-old male was arrested for possession of a bladed article, driving while disqualified by reason of age, and dangerous driving. 17-Year-Old Female Arrested A police […]

“Now is a good time to look ahead at key developments for our country’s finances, before Parliament reconvenes in September,” OBA MP Dr Douglas De Couto said. Dr De Couto — the Shadow Finance Minister — said, “Now is a good time to look ahead at key developments for our country’s finances, before Parliament reconvenes in […]

Somersfield Academy has announced that applications are now open for its 2026–27 Equity & Merit Scholarships. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy is proud to announce that applications are now open for its 2026–27 Equity & Merit Scholarships, which recognise and support exceptional Bermudian students with academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a […]

The hyperbaric chamber at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital is back in service after a temporary closure last week. A Bermuda Hospitals Board spokesperson said, “Operation of the hyperbaric chamber at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital has resumed following a closure due to staff shortages last week Thursday.” Related Stories BHB Hyperbaric Chamber Temporarily Closed […]

[Opinion column written by Michaele Parfitt-Smith] In Bermuda, trauma is more than a personal struggle; it’s an epidemic that affects our healthcare, our workforce, our justice system, and our education system. The collaborative work on ACEs between Dr. Stephanie Guthman of The Family Centre and Tara Hines of the Bermuda Health Council began in 2018 […]

Bermudian poet Nancy Anne Miller has been recognized internationally with the publication of five poems in BIM: Arts for the 21st Century, the distinguished Caribbean literary journal first launched in Barbados in 1942. A spokesperson said, “The importance of the magazine is that it provides a miniature history of primary sources in West Indian literature. […]

Bermuda has been crowned the overall champion of the Carifta Triathlon Championships, a title secured through a dominant team performance in Trinidad and Tobago. The team’s success was highlighted on the final day of competition with a silver and bronze medal finish in the Mixed Team Relays. The silver medal team consisted of Riana Robinson, […]

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Sigma Xi Omega Chapter will present ‘Written in The Waters: An Evening with Tara Roberts’ on Friday, September 19TH. A spokesperson said, “Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated [AKA] Sigma Xi Omega Chapter to host “Written in The Waters: An Evening with Tara Roberts”. In celebration of its 35th Anniversary, Alpha Kappa […]

Bermudian footballer Enoch Joseph and his Casper College teammates started their season with a 3-3 draw against Utah State Eastern. Utah State Eastern opened the scoring in the 10th minute through Denaeyer Dean. Casper College responded two minutes later with a goal from Roy Nozawa, and the teams entered halftime tied at 1-1. In the […]