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Aeziah Divine On Silverstone Performance

May 26, 2025

Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine has reflected on his “encouraging” performance during round two of the R&G British Talent Cup at Silverstone in Northampton, England, at the weekend. The Bermudian teenager, who competes in the Moto3 class, delivered his best showing to date in the series, finishing sixteenth in race one on Saturday. He also achieved […]

Kane Crichlow steps up level to sign for Sutton United

May 26, 2025

Kane Crichlow has stepped up a division in England after signing for Sutton United.
The 24-year-old Bermuda forward has joined the Vanarama National League outfit from National League South side Chelm…

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Family Centre celebrates 35 years of service

May 26, 2025

A charity focused on children and family needs is celebrating its 35th anniversary with a yearlong fundraiser.
Family Centre will hold its 35 for 35 Campaign so that people may pledge $35 towards its …

Canada Day beach bash desperate for a financial boost

May 26, 2025

Hundreds of people flock to Warwick Long Bay every year for the annual Canada Day celebrations. It’s a free event that brings together Canadians, Bermudians and people from all around the world who ha…

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New Crustacean Species Discovered In Bermuda

May 26, 2025

A team of scientists has discovered a new species of crustacean living deep within the limestone caves of Bermuda, according to a report by Discover Wildlife. The story said, “The cave-dwelling animal, which is new to science, highlights the fragility of the island’s subterranean habitats, say scientists. “The tiny copepod – a group of small crustaceans that […]

Jakeem Jennings helps Harborough to trophy success

May 26, 2025

Jakeem Jennings ended a rollercoaster season in glory after helping Harborough Town Under-23s win the Midland Football League Challenge Trophy.
The 22-year-old midfielder netted his team’s third goal,…

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Video: Jessica Lewis Wins 200M In Grand Prix

May 26, 2025

Bermuda’s Jessica Lewis delivered an impressive series of performances at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Switzerland, winning a gold medal in the 200m and bronze medals in both the 100m and 400m events. Lewis commenced her campaign by claiming a dominant victory in the 200 meters, crossing the finish line some eight seconds ahead […]

Nathan Trott wins Danish title with FC Copenhagen

May 26, 2025

Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott could be playing in the Champions league next season after winning the Danish Superliga title with FC Copenhagen.
Trott picked up his league winners’ medal and held t…

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OBA’s DeCouto On Budget, Taxes & More

May 26, 2025

“In this year’s Budget, the Government boasted about various tax cuts. However, while no one minds a few extra dollars in their pocket, some of these cuts are relatively minor, or give more money back to those who don’t need it,” said Shadow Finance Minister Dr Douglas De Couto. He said, “The One Bermuda Alliance […]

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Trott & F.C. Copenhagen Win Danish Superliga

May 26, 2025

Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott and his F.C. Copenhagen teammates were crowned champions of the Danish Superliga following a decisive 3-0 victory over FC Nordsjælland. The win, secured on the final day of the season before a capacity crowd at Parken Stadium, marked F.C. Copenhagen’s 16th league title in 33 seasons, a new record for a […]

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Sailing: Elton Millet & Fitted Dinghy Results

May 26, 2025

St. George’s Harbour was a hive of sailing activity this weekend, hosting both the Elton Millet Memorial Regatta for the comet class and the opening day of the 2025 Fitted Dinghy race season. In the comet class, four races were contested, with Quinton Simons and Greg Proctor sailing Stir de Pot to a well-earned victory, […]

Take Five opens upscale Palomino Restaurant

May 26, 2025

After a whirlwind renovation period, the old Ascots Restaurant at the Royal Palms Hotel has reopened, under new management and a new name.
Take Five Ltd launched Palomino on Rosemont Avenue, Pembroke,…

Highest-paid insurance executive takes home more than $30m

May 26, 2025

Evan Greenberg, the chairman and CEO of Chubb, is at the top of the heap for the highest-paid insurance executives, according to a survey by trade publication Business Insurance.

BI pulled down 20…

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Discreet use makes vape pens attractive, says head of Focus

May 26, 2025

Vape pens have become “the new cigarettes” for children, the leader of an addiction treatment charity fears.
Leslie Grant, the executive director of Focus Counselling Services, said that electronic ci…

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‘Deep engagement’ required for next phase of education reform

May 26, 2025

Abandoning the “push approach” to communicating information about education reform is a critical component of successfully moving the project forward, according to a proposal from the overseas consult…

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Diving heroics in Hamilton Harbour for love

May 26, 2025

A Southampton couple believe their marriage will last “for ever” after two divers swam to the bottom of Hamilton Harbour and found the husband’s wedding band, which had fallen overboard by accident.
M…

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Privy Council to hear murder appeal in July

May 26, 2025

A man convicted of a 2012 murder is expected to have his appeal heard by the Privy Council in London this summer.
Wolda Gardner was jailed for the premeditated murder of Malcolm Augustus and using a f…

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Confirmed: Bermudian discovery is new crustacean species

May 26, 2025

Researchers studying life in the caves of Bermuda have verified the discovery of a new species of tiny crustacean.
Findings recently published in the scientific journal ZooKeys said that the copepod w…

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Dennico Hollis Scores First Century

May 26, 2025

Dennico Hollis scored the first century of his cricket career in LOC Hire Stenhousemuir’s 83-run victory away to Sterling in a 30-over friendly match yesterday [May 25]. Hollis carried his bat after opening the innings and hitting 100 not out off 67 balls, including ten fours and one six. Stenhousemuir scored 200 off 30 overs […]

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Teachers Rugby Raise Funds On May 24

May 26, 2025

Teachers Rugby Football Club [TRFC] members raised funds for the Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] by running the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby on Friday [May 23]. TRFC have raised more than $115,000 for local charities over the years. To take part in the TRFC fundraising effort, participants had to either run the full race, join a relay […]

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Conor White Finishes 53rd In Stage One

May 26, 2025

Cyclist Conor White finished 53rd in first stage of the Tour de la Manche in Normandy, northern France. The opening stage took the peloton from Sartilly-Baie-Bocage to Isigny-le-Buat, a distance of 165.3 kilometres. White completed the course in 3hr 48min 22sec. The stage victory went to James Hartley, who crossed the line in a time […]

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Warwick Academy U10 Boys Win Division

May 26, 2025

The Warwick Football Academy Under-10 boys’ team have been crowned champions of their division in the New England Surf Soccer Club Tapin Memorial Day Tournament in Boston, Massachusetts. The Under-10 team, competing in the Boys’ Gold C Division, defeated Boston Bolts 3-0 in semi-finals before beating Lightning Soccer Club 3-0 in the final. They were […]

Delray Rawlins brings end to unbeaten run of St David’s

May 25, 2025

Lord’s (St David’s won the toss): Bailey’s Bay beat St David’s by 19 runs

Delray Rawlins smashed an unbeaten 83, off 39 balls, picked up two wickets and took a brilliant catch to power Bailey’s …

Zeko Burgess inspires St George’s to semi-final victory

May 25, 2025

Somerset Cricket Club (Somerset won toss): St George’s beat Somerset by 42 runs

Zeko Burgess and Jonté Smith shone with bat and ball to power St George’s into the T20 Premier Division knockout Cu…

Southampton Rangers storm into Knockout Cup final

May 25, 2025

Southampton Oval (Southampton Rangers won toss): Southampton Rangers beat Willow Cuts by 83 runs

First Division champions Southampton Rangers remain in the hunt for a T20 double after easily winn…

Devonshire Rec and Warwick Workmen’s win Plate finals

May 25, 2025

Southampton Oval (Devonshire Rec won toss): Devonshire Rec beat Cleveland County by 35 runs

Drewonde Bascome top scored with 35 as Devonshire Rec beat Cleveland County to win the Premier Division…

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Ministry Hosts Youth Mental Health Debate

May 25, 2025

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors recently hosted a Youth Mental Health Debate at the Dr. E.F. Gordon Memorial Hall. A Government spokesperson said, “On May 12, 2025, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors hosted a Youth Mental Health Debate at the Dr. E.F. Gordon Memorial Hall, focusing on the motion: […]

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Ben Smith Suggests Athlete Insurance Initiative

May 25, 2025

“We must not allow financial inequality to dictate athletic success,” Shadow Minister for Sport Ben Smith said. Mr. Smith said, “During the recent budget debate, I acknowledged the government’s ongoing support for sport and our athletes—but made clear that it is not enough. As the costs of participating in sport continue to rise—both locally and […]

Cyclists Nic Narraway and Kaden Hopkins produce huge wins

May 25, 2025

Bermudian cyclists Nicholas Narraway and Kaden Hopkins produced huge performances in different parts of the world on Sunday.
Hopkins picked up the race win in the Grand Prix Jack Auto in Guadeloupe, w…

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Weather Forecast For Monday May 26

May 25, 2025

Monday, May 26 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 74%. Sunrise will be at 6.15am […]

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Mental health services for young people is topic of debate

May 25, 2025

Young people debated the age of consent for access to mental health services at an event held as part of the Ministry of Health’s Mental Health Anti-stigma Month.
The Ministry of Youth, Social Develop…

Western Stars into First Division Knockout Cup final

May 25, 2025

Lord’s (Western Stars won toss): Western Stars beat PHC by 21 runs

Western Stars booked their spot in the T20 First Division Knockout final by beating PHC on Sunday.
After losing the toss and bei…

White paper outlines shifting concerns of fintech clients

May 25, 2025

The international law firm Walkers used the recent Consensus 2025 Conference in Toronto to release its annual white paper, which this year explores how the digital assets industry is expanding in a po…

Kim Burns honoured with pickleball tournament

May 25, 2025

The pickleball community came together last week to remember a former top players in the Kim Burns Memorial 2025 tournament.
Burns was instrumental in getting the sport started on island before passin…

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Aeziah Divine Places Sixteenth In Race One

May 25, 2025

Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine achieved his best finish in the R&G British Talent Cup after placing sixteenth in race one of round two at Silverstone, Northampton, England, yesterday [May 24]. The Bermudian teenager, representing British team Fibre Tec Honda – MLav Racing, finished the ten-lap race [59 kilometres] in 24min 48.045sec – 51.096sec behind winner […]

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Eva Frazzoni Wins Sudbury Players’ Award

May 25, 2025

Footballer Eva Frazzoni has been named AFC Sudbury Women’s Players’ Player of the Season at the English non-league club’s recent awards. Frazzoni enjoyed an impressive season for AFC Sudbury Women in the FA Women’s National League Division One South East. The Bermuda women’s national team captain scored five goals in 25 appearances for Suffolk side. […]

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Khano Smith’s Rhode Island Defeated

May 25, 2025

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island lost 1-0 at home to the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in the United Soccer League Championship yesterday [May 24]. Smith was named in the USL’s recent Team of the Week after guiding his side to back-to-back wins. A former Bermuda captain, Smith made history in his first year as a head coach last […]

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Adam Hall Helps Nashville Beat Railriders

May 25, 2025

Adam Hall scored a run in the Nashville Sounds’ 12-5 win at home to the Scranton Wilkes-Barre Railriders in Minor League Baseball yesterday [May 24]. Hall went 1 for 5 from the plate with a triple and a RBI. In the bottom of the seventh, Hall tripled on a ground ball to left field scoring […]

Cayman debt falls below $400m

May 25, 2025

The unaudited quarterly financial report of the Cayman Islands Government for the three month period to the end of March has debt sinking from less than $400 million.
As of March 31, public sector deb…

Hiscox eyes double-digit growth

May 25, 2025

Hiscox Ltd is introducing a Bermuda Solvency Capital Ratio target of 190 per cent to 200 per cent and plans to more actively deploy its balance sheet headroom to support strategic objectives.
The int…

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MarketPlace manager among finalists in US awards

May 25, 2025

A manager at an island supermarket chain has been listed as a finalist in the international category of a US-based awards programme.
Tahjae Welch, who works at The Paget MarketPlace, is in the running…

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MS Pink Party Bermuda 2025

May 25, 2025

MS Pink Party Bermuda 2025 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Photos: Majorettes In The Bermuda Day Parade

May 24, 2025

Majorette groups brought vibrant energy, twirling batons and synchronized skill to the 2025 Bermuda Day Parade, captivating onlookers who lined the streets of Hamilton to celebrate the island’s heritage, with this year’s festivities held under the theme ‘The Future is Now.’ You can view all of our coverage of Bermuda Day here and thousands of photos […]

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Photos & Video: Stitch-A-Thon & Charity Sale

May 24, 2025

The Bermuda Guild of Stitchery’s Stitch-A-Thon and Charity Sale took place today [May 24] to raise funds for a local soup kitchen and Amber’s Wings. Shina Lyons, President of the Guild, previously said, “We believe that the art of embroidery can do more than decorate – it can make a real difference. Not only are […]

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Photos & Video: Bermuda Day Race Finish Line

May 24, 2025

Sean Trott and Gayle Lindsay won the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby, while Hasim Ming and Naomi MacGuinness were named the boys’ and girls’ champions of the Heritage Day Junior Classic. You can view all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here and thousands of photos spanning the past 15 years of Bermuda Day here on on Bernews’ dedicated network website BDADay.com. […]

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Waldron Starts Birthday Week With Victory

May 24, 2025

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron had a memorable start to his birthday week, celebrating with a win at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. Waldron had a busy night, competing in five races across both the pace and trot disciplines. The victory came early in the evening, in the very first race. race 1, […]

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Weather Forecast For Sunday May 25

May 24, 2025

Sunday, May 25 is expected to see sunshine developing after an early shower or two, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.15am […]

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Bermudaful Island Tours wins tourism award

May 24, 2025

An island tour company has picked up an award thanks to reviews and bookings through an online platform.

Bermudaful Island Tours was recognised as a Viator Experience Award winner for the top 20 e…

Concerns raised as NOAA retires disaster database

May 24, 2025

Insurance analysts are sounding the alarm over a US government decision to decommission a key climate data tool widely used by reinsurers and risk modellers worldwide, including Bermuda’s catastrophe …

BEDC offers Entrepreneurship 101

May 24, 2025

Entrepreneurship 101, an education course hosted by the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation, equips new and aspiring entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge, tools, and resources to start and …