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The police have now confirmed the death of Honee Smith. A police spokesperson said said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm identity of the woman who was found unresponsive in an area near the Warwick Playground as Honee Smith. “Unfortunately, Ms. Smith succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment at King Edward VII Memorial […]

Shadow Finance Minister Dr. Douglas De Couto is delivering the Opposition Reply to the 2025/26 Budget and you can tune in and watch live below, and view all our coverage of the 2025 Budget here. Related Stories Video: Premier & Minister Press Conference Video: OBA Press Conference On Budget Video: Minister Jache Adams & Zane […]

The  Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum [CREF] in Miami ”provided a platform to share updates on Bermuda’s clean energy progress, including our proposed Integrated Resource Plan and the successes from the electrification of our public bus fleet,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 9], the Minister said, “As my first […]

“The Regulatory Authority is now in a position to accept applications for BGSUI Licences,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said in the House of Assembly today [May 9]. The Minister said, “The intent of this licence was to address critical energy challenges faced by important public institutions such as the National Sports Centre, which […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] “We become responsible for the actions of others the instant we become conscious of what they are doing wrong and fail to remind them of what is right.” – Suzy Kassem. Gun violence, among the more deadly aspects of antisocial behaviour, is the responsibility of all Bermudians, one which only a […]

At 9.30am on Monday [May 12] the registration link for Camp Connect will go live and “all camps listed on the portal will remain at last year’s affordable rate of $60 per week, per child,” Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 9] the […]

The Annual Report of the Registry General for the year ended December 31st, 2023 — which covers details like births, deaths, marriages, domestic partnerships and adoptions — was introduced in the House of Assembly by the Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward. The Minister said, “In 2023 there were 436 births; a decrease of 43 or […]

“Everywhere I go, I hear the same question ‘What is being done about our roads?” Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 9] the Minister said, “This Government has heard the people loud and clear and today I rise to provide an update on the […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward introduced the Department of Labour Act 2025, which provides for the continuation of the Department of Labour and establishes the Director of Labour as the public officer responsible for the supervision of the Department of Labour, subject to the general direction and control of the Minister responsible for labour […]

May is celebrated as Foster Care Month, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [May 9], adding that the Department of Child & Family Services [DCFS] uses the month of May to not only recruit foster parents, but also to honor Bermuda’s foster parents. The Minister […]

Monument Re Limited announced that it has transferred a legacy €1.4bn reinsurance portfolio, comprising annuity and other life insurance liabilities acquired as part of the 2020 Greycastle transaction, to RGA Americas Reinsurance Company, Ltd. [RGA]. A spokesperson said, “This transaction releases capital resources that Monument will redirect to its core strategy of consolidation in European […]

“I rise today to advise the Honourable Members of the completion of the actuarial reviews of the Public Service Superannuation Fund [PSSF] and the Ministers and Members of the Legislature Pension Fund [MMLPF] for the year ended March 31, 2020,” Junior Minister of Finance Wayne Furbert said in the House of Assembly today [May 9]. […]

[Column written by Dr Nicola Paugh] In Bermuda’s current conversation about nonprofits, there is one very common perception: there are too many charities. This concern, often paired with warnings about duplication and inefficiency, has become a convenient—but unhelpful— narrative. It results in an unproductive and potentially harmful effort to reduce the number of charities, especially […]

The Bermuda Housing Trust has achieved “yet another successive, clean and unqualified audit for the financial year ended March 31st, 2024,” Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said in the House of Assembly today [May 9]. The Minister said, “While the audited financial statements reflect a sound financial position, the Trustees have […]

Solstice announced a series of free community workshops throughout May in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month. A spokesperson said, “Following the overwhelming positive response to their free workshops during their 10th anniversary, Solstice continues its commitment to supporting community wellbeing by offering new opportunities for connection, healing, and growth. “Workshops will include an EcoTherapy […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] Against the backdrop of Legends Bar, the scene of last Thursday’s murderous rampage, hundreds of Bermudians — most residents of Sandys Parish — gathered in solidarity, demanding an end to the scourge of gun violence. Sorrowful hurt emanated from wounds yet fresh, with anger fueling a thirst for renewed peace and […]

Premier Burt highlighted Bermuda’s digital finance strategy and AI potential during talks with global leaders at the Digital Finance Forum. A Government spokesperson said, “On May 8, during the 2025 Bermuda Digital Finance Forum, the Premier, David Burt participated in discussions with leaders in digital finance who were visiting Bermuda. “The second day of the […]

[Column written by Dr David Sam] I am very proud to be able to attend my first commencement ceremony at Bermuda College and I hope everyone on the island joins with me to congratulate all the students as they embark on the next steps into their futures. It is a special time to celebrate. I […]

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira competed at the CSIO3*-2*-1*-YH – Longines EEF Series event in Lier, Belgium. On one day of the international show jumping competition, Terceira participated in two classes. In the CSI1* 1.30m two phases special class, Terceira rode La Tamerina. The pair completed the first phase in 37.48 seconds with eight penalty points. […]

Accreditation and certification based on the BNSC Standards of Excellence will be managed and administered by the Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “As we mark the twentieth anniversary of the Bermuda National Standards Committee [BNSC], we are thrilled to announce we announce a significant transition that sets a new course for nonprofit and […]

Ice hockey player Blake Montgomery and the London Knights lost 4-2 at home to the Oshawa Generals in Game 1 of the Ontario Hockey League final yesterday [May 8]. Oshawa took the lead in the best-of-seven series for the J. Ross Robertson Cup. Montgomery joined the Knights on an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement in […]

Hamilton Insurance Group  announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. Commenting on the results, Pina Albo, CEO of Hamilton, said, “Hamilton is off to a strong start with $81 million of net income in the first quarter of 2025 despite industry insured catastrophe losses well above the historical average. “We continue to […]

Bermudian runner Liana De Medeiros competed in the 5K event at the Toronto Marathon, continuing her recent strong performances. De Medeiros completed the 5-kilometer race in 17 minutes and 56 seconds. Her time placed her fifth overall out of a field of 2,438 participants in the 5K event. She was the second fastest female finisher […]

Dennico Hollis claimed a hat-trick with the ball in LOC Hire Stenhousemuir Cricket Club’s 57-run win away to Tunnuck’s Uddingston in the McCulloch T20 Cup in Scotland on Wednesday [May 7]. Stenhousemuir, batting first, posted 175 runs for the loss of five wickets in their allotted 20 overs, with middle-order batter Hollis scoring 14 runs […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [May 9] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the Bermuda Housing Trust-Audited Financial Statements & Current Challenges, the 2020 Actuarial Review of Public Service Superannuation Fund & Ministers and Members of the Legislature Pension Fund, the Department of Labour Act 2025, the Annual […]

Bermuda’s Women’s National Field Hockey team recorded an impressive victory in the Central American and Caribbean [CAC] Games Qualifying Tournament with a decisive 9-0 win against Panama. Bermuda’s starting lineup included Christina Stephens-Weser, Alyssa De Silva, Georgia Harris, Elizabeth Stewart, Grace Lightowler, Jessica Hollis, Chrysda Smith, Robin Stempel, Megan Troake, Abigail Brewer, and Jennifer Chisnall. […]