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“Today, the Bermuda Progressive Labour Party is declaring the passage of the Bermuda Health Council Amendment Act 2024 as another step towards universal health coverage for all Bermudians,” the PLP said. Senator Lindsay Simmons stated, “This amendment is a direct response to the concerns raised by the people of Bermuda. We listened to your feedback […]

Rower Dara Alizadeh will continue his preparations for the Olympic Games in Paris when he competes at the Henley Royal Regatta. Alizadeh, who races in the men’s single sculls, is scheduled for his first race on Thursday [July 4] at the annual event, which finishes on Sunday. The 30-year-old will become the first Bermudian rower […]

The Youth Futsal League ended with 77 goals scored, highlighting players’ skills and teamwork, with awards to be given this Sunday at the National Sports Centre Hockey pitch. A spokesperson said, “The Youth Futsal League has concluded, with a total of 77 goals scored during this week’s gameplay. We would like to thank the players […]

18-year-old in ICU after stabbing incident, PLP’s Walter Roban will not stand in next election, Nonsuch Expeditions receives $25K award, UK TV series to feature BPS & Coast Guard, Lecture on 175 years of Portuguese history, Conyers starts Summer Law Student Programme, BELCO announces winner of Ebilling Campaign and David Rose to create team ring […]

Undefeated Football Club Bascome leads Group A with a perfect record of 4 & 0, the PHC Zebras are in second with 7 points. The Dandy Town Hornets lead group b, they are also undefeated from three matches, the Somerset Eagles are in second with 7 points, and from three games, they are yet to taste […]

July 1 saw 3,900 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $51,400.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $34.00 per share, while another 2,900 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 2.6% at $6.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,451.79, down […]

Local musician Tony Brannon has revisited a song he co-wrote with Bajan soca and reggae artist Biggie Irie more than 30 years ago that “captures the spirit” of Cup Match. Mr Brannon has edited the song titled, Cup Match in Bermuda, and put together a music video using recent footage of the annual Classic celebrations […]

[Written by Martha Harris Myron] On the eve of another July 4th Independence Day in the United States, it is only fitting to reflect on the more than 400 years of Bermuda’s influential connections with our neighbor across the great Atlantic pond. Indeed! Bermuda islanders rescued Jamestown from cannibalism and extinction 150 years before the […]

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] renewed their appeal for information on the murder of Diante Trimm. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues its investigation into the murder of Ms. Diante Trimm. “Ms. Trimm, a mother of five, succumbed to injuries sustained after she was shot whilst inside her South Terrace, Pembroke […]

Mikaela Ian Pearman is set to take part in the Black Travel Expo event in Atlanta in October of this year, with Ms Pearman scheduled to speak on the topic of “the future of content creation.” The event website states, “The Black Travel Expo is an annual event held in Atlanta, Georgia that celebrates the experiences, cultures, and […]

The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Sen. Owen Darrell joined the community today in mourning the passing of Mr. George Richardson, the founder of Richardson’s Gombeys. A spokesperson said, “George Richardson first started Richardson’s Gombeys in 1973, and his lifelong dedication and passion for the Gombey tradition has left an indelible mark on Bermuda’s […]

Conyers announced the start of its Bermuda Summer Law Student Programme, saying this “programme provides an exceptional opportunity for aspiring legal professionals to gain practical experience and insights into the dynamic field of law.” A spokesperson said, “Eight students, either currently enrolled in accredited law schools or recent graduates, will intern at the firm over […]

[Written by MP Zane DeSilva] The recent, well funded public relations campaign being waged by former Premier Sir. John Swan has resurrected a message that Bermudians were deceived by over 50 years ago. In 1963, The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party was formed. For centuries Bermuda had been governed by a small, wealthy elite who, while […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 1] include boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered, acting appointments, boards appointments and notice of intended marriage. Board Bermuda Maritime And Shipping Authority Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Boards Appointments Notice ID: GN0643/2024 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 01 July, 2024 The Minister […]

Tuesday July 2 is expected to see considerable cloudiness, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 6:16am and sunset will be at 8:30pm. […]

A British Broadcasting Corporation [BBC] series is getting set to feature the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and the Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] Coastguard, with filming getting underway last week. A police spokesperson said, “Earlier this year, a TV producer from Spun Gold Productions, a TV production company from the UK known for its documentary series […]

Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban announced that he “will not be contesting the next General Election.” Mr. Roban said, “It is with mixed emotions that I announce today that I will not be contesting the next General Election for the Progressive Labour Party. ‘To everything, there is a season. Front line politics, […]

Bob Richards will be releasing his second book in the Triangle of Treason trilogy, “Triangle of Blood,” with a launch on July 11 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI]. A spokesperson said, “The second book in the Triangle of Treason Bermuda historical fiction trilogy, Triangle of Blood, is being released on the 11th of […]

The Department of Culture, in collaboration with the Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda, hosted a Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture featuring Azorean historian Eduardo Medeiros. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week [June 27], the Department of Culture hosted their latest Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series, in collaboration with the Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda. The topic was “175 Years […]

Over the next few months, Bermuda residents have the opportunity to participate in the STEPS to a Well Bermuda Survey. A Government spokesperson said, “In collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization, the Ministry of Health will be conducting the STEPS population health survey among a representative sample of Bermuda’s adult population, aged 18 years […]

The Bermuda Road Safety Council emphasizes the importance of cautious driving with their July slogan, “Chance Takers Are Accident Makers,” urging everyone to follow traffic laws and prioritize road safety to prevent accidents and save lives. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council announces its slogan for July – “Chance Takers are Accident Makers”. […]

The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund [MBZF] has awarded Nonsuch Expeditions a $25,000 Chairman’s Award for their ongoing work on Nonsuch Island including conserving the endangered Bermuda petrel. A spokesperson said, “At the wrap up of another record-breaking nesting season for the critically endangered, red-listed Bermuda petrel, the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund […]