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Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward held a press conference today [Aug 20] to provide an update on Bermuda’s first-quarter 2025 GDP and Economic Performance. Minister Hayward’s remarks: Good day to members of the media and the listening public… Quarterly GDP and Economic Performance Bermuda’s economy continued its steady progress. Building on good momentum […]

Nine young Bermudian track and field athletes have headed to England to develop their skills at a weeklong training camp. Attending the camp are Amaris Munya, 15, Mylah DeSilva, 12, Jaeda Grant, 16, Azari Jones, 16, Nasir Johnson, 15, S’Nya Cumberbatch, 16, Jemani Scott, 11, A’sad Muhammad, 12, and Surii Russell 16. The Young Athlete […]

The Bermuda Weather Service [BWS] has issued a Tropical Storm Watch, and noted that Hurricane Erin is “a potential threat to Bermuda” with its nearest forecasted point to the island being 320 nm to the north-west at 10pm on Thursday [August 21] with the BWS noting that “this forecast is subject to change with the next update.” […]

The Sandys Dock Community Summer Party was held this weekend, treating families to food and fun at the newly renovated dock in Devonshire. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to announce the completion of renovation works at the bottom of Dock Hill, commonly referred to by residents […]

Olympian Katura Horton-Perinchief has helped direct a two-week diving programme to help grow the sport in Trinidad and Tobago. The clinic was held recently at the National Aquatic Centre in Couva, aimed at introducing the sport to coaches and athletes for the first time. It was hosted by the Aquatics Sports Association of Trinidad and […]

Bermudian Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers were defeated 7-3 by the Chattanooga Lookouts at home in Double-A of Minor League Baseball yesterday [August 19]. Hall missed the game as he has been placed on the seven-day injured list. Biloxi face the Chattanooga Lookouts tomorrow. Related Stories Adam Hall’s Biloxi Defeated By Columbus Adam Hall’s Biloxi Enjoy […]

Bermudian sprinter Caitlyn Bobb won the 400-meter semifinal at the Junior Pan American Games in Paraguay, finishing in 52.83 seconds to claim the victory and advance to the finals. Competing in heat 2, Bobb’s time ranked as the fastest among all qualifiers across both semifinals. Related Stories Bobb Wins 400M At Harry Jerome Track Classic […]

[Column written by Leslie Grant] Substance use disorder is one of Bermuda’s most urgent—and most under-addressed—public health crises. It destabilizes families, burdens health and justice systems, and leaves communities fractured. Yet we continue to treat it primarily through a criminal justice lens, focusing on punishment over prevention and incarceration over care. One in three Bermudian […]

Bermudian swimmers Thomas Cechini and Conor Hupman started competition at the 2025 World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships in Romania. Both athletes took part in the men’s 400-meter freestyle on the opening day. Cechini, swimming in heat 5, finished eighth with a time of 4:10.88, placing 53rd overall. Hupman, competing in heat 4, placed ninth in […]

CPA Bermuda will host its second annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway on Saturday [August 23] at the Cabinet House Lawn, providing 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to local students. A spokesperson said, “CPA Bermuda is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated Back-to-School Drive, taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 10:00 […]

Masterworks Museum will present ‘Charles Zuill: Portals to Another Dimension’ a solo exhibition and accompanying book launch, opening on September 12th. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, September 12, 2025, Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art will proudly present a landmark solo exhibition by one of Bermuda’s most visionary and influential artists, Charles Zuill. “Curated by Lisa […]

Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott kept his second successive clean sheet in Cardiff City’s 1-0 win away to AFC Wimbledon in the Sky Bet League One yesterday [August 19]. Isaak Davies scored the winner in the 92nd minute for Cardiff, who are second in the table. Trott, who kept a clean sheet in a 3-0 win […]

Hamilton Lions Cub member Shivya Arun Konaru has extended the club’s reach internationally through a charitable initiative in India. Shivya, an eight-year-old student at Somerset Primary School, and her mother, Shubratha Arun Konaru, a member of the Eastern Lions Club, visited the Biligiriranga Hills in Karnataka, where they met with the Lions Club of Parisara. […]

August 19 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,978.63, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 18 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 13 […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 19] include acting appointments and notice of intended marriage. Director Department Of National Drug Control Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0805/2025 Public Authorities / Department: National Drug Control Publication date: 19 August, 2025 Government Notice No._________ Acting Appointment Director, Department Of […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today released visitor statistics for the second quarter of 2025, providing a mid-year snapshot of performance across accommodations, air, and maritime measures. Leisure Air Arrivals & Spending
 A spokesperson said, “At the halfway point of the year, leisure air arrivals recorded growth of nearly 3% year-on-year, with the second-quarter performance […]

The Bermuda Hotel Association awarded four scholarships totaling $25,000 to Mya Furbert-Jacobs, Jessica Bucher, Alexis Pascall, and Rahkeem Wilson. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Hotel Association [BHA] is pleased to announce that it recently presented four awards totaling $25,000 to the following individuals as part of the Annual Adrian Hassell Memorial Scholarship, which took place […]

Update: The Bermuda under-14 girls’ national football team scored a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw with Aruba in Trinidad and Tobago today [August 19] to advance to the semi-finals of the Caribbean Football Union Under-14 Challenge Series. Bermuda have finished runners-up in group B of Tier I on four points and advance on a […]

Bermudian cyclist Conor White competed for his Muc-Off-SRCT-Storck team in the 2025 Beaumont Trophy One Day Cycling Road Race in the UK, part of the Lloyds Bank British Cycling National Road Series. The 182-kilometre race drew a strong field of riders. White placed 56th with a time of four hours, 14 minutes, 48 seconds, finishing […]

The City of Hamilton has announced that tickets for Taste of Bermuda, which will be held from October 9 to October 12, are now on sale. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton’s most mouthwatering weekend is back! Taste of Bermuda 2025 returns this October with four unforgettable days of bold flavours, dynamic entertainment, and immersive culinary experiences […]

Police are renewing their appeal for information on the 2016 murder of 25-year-old Jason Mello, urging anyone with any information to please contact them noting that “even small pieces of information can lead to justice.” A spokesperson said, “Detectives are renewing their appeal for information in connection with the murder of 25-year-old Jason Mello, who […]