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A new podcast called ‘The News Navigators’ — with co-hosts Michael Fahy and Jeremy Deacon — has launched, with the first episode featuring a discussion on the 2025 General Election, spanning the timing of the election call, the campaign strategies so far, the role independent candidates may play and more. The podcast description states, “Michael Fahy […]

The Bermuda Football Association provided an update on the Bermuda Select Invitational schedule, with Bermuda facing Maine on February 22 and Rhode Island on February 27. A spokesperson said, “Due to an even conflict the initial match of the Rhode Island Tour has been moved to the 22nd. The new schedule is: Feb 22nd – […]

Team Special Olympics ten-pin bowlers finished their campaign at the IBF Para World Championships in Hong Kong today [January 21]. The Bermuda team featured Jayvyn Iris, Teven Graham, Alshauntae Symonds, and Ciara Bell, led by head coach Chandra Lee Bascome. They were supported by assistant coach Juanita Easton, team medic Chris Cunningham, and national director […]

“The next chapter in BermudAir’s growth takes flight with the addition of two Embraer 190AR-E1 aircraft to its fleet,” the company announced today. A spokesperson said, “These versatile and proven aircraft will join BermudAir’s current fleet of Embraer aircraft in Spring 2025, ultimately enhancing BermudAir’s operations, offering increased capacity, greater range, and new opportunities to […]

The 2025 Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge was held this Friday [Jan 17] and weekend with hundreds of runners from overseas and Bermuda in action, with the Butterfield Front Street Mile Races taking place on Friday [Jan 17], BF&M 5K & 10K Race & BF&M 10K And 5K Walk taking place on Saturday [Jan 18] and […]

Michael Tristan Burgess will face American Derek Wheeler in an amateur kickboxing bout on the Fight Night undercard at The Shed in Dockyard on February 15. Burgess represents the Bermuda Sanshou Association [BSA], while Wheeler trains at the Kaniwa Dojo in Amarillo, Texas, under coach Albert Treto, who has brought fighters to the island on […]

Taylor White produced a sensational performance with three individual victories during a recent swim meet as she represented Bentley University, White demonstrated her swimming prowess by winning both the 100-yard and 200-yard backstroke events. She completed the 100-yard backstroke in 1:00.24. In the 200-yard backstroke, White set a new meet record with a time of […]

Bermudian runner Sancho Smith helped Clayton State University’s men’s track and field team kick off their 2025 season with a strong showing at the KMS Invitational. Smith and his teammates delivered a series of impressive performances, securing multiple top-five finishes and a host of first-place victories. In the 800m run, Smith claimed a podium finish […]

Sean Trott said he was thrilled about his top ten finish in the BF&M Bermuda 10K at the weekend. Trott’s time of 33min 43 was his second best in the annual race and the fourth fastest 10k time of his career. “This past weekend represented a big step forward for me, as I was able […]

Bermudian footballer Jasmine Spence had an assist in Newport Pagnell Town Women’s 2-2 draw away to Dunton & Broughton United in the East Midlands Division One South on Sunday [January 19]. The attacking midfielder, who has scored four goals this season, told Bernews: “I didn’t score, but I got an assist. “It was an odd […]

January 20 saw 2,366 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $57,222.00 BD. 813 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 1.4% at $36.00 per share, while another 1,553 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing at an even $18.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,477.79, down 1.12% […]

“It’s time to call for honest, accountable leadership that prioritizes the needs and voices of Bermudian voters,” the Free Democratic Movement [FDM] said. A FDM spokesperson said, “Zane DeSilva’s attachment to such a baseless and degrading article is as predictable as it is revealing. It’s no secret he’s David Burt’s loyal foot soldier—despite his aspirations […]

The Caribbean “took a bold step toward precision medicine with the official launch of the Caribbean Prostate Cancer Genetic Study in Saint Lucia.” A spokesperson said, “This landmark event, hosted by GenTech Analytica, CariGenetics Limited, and Laboratory Services and Consultations Limited, highlighted the urgent need for diverse genetic data and innovation in healthcare across the […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Jan 20] include notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, fisheries notice, public notification, contracts, acting appointments and elections. Bermuda Skyport Corporation Limited Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notice of Intention to Construct a Controlled Plant Notice ID: GN0095/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Environment and Natural Resources […]

A 15-year-old was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit following a collision on Saturday [Jan 18]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:20pm Saturday, 18th January 2025, a reported two vehicle collision occurred on Tommy Fox Road in St. George’s, near the junction with Pepper Hall Road, involving a pedal cycle and a motorcycle. “Police, Bermuda […]

Inquiries are ongoing regarding a collision between a car and a motorcycle that occurred on Middle Road in Warwick yesterday [Jan 19]. A police spokesperson said, “Inquiries are ongoing regarding a collision involving a car and a motorcycle on Middle Road in Warwick, near Camp Hill, that occurred around 4:40pm Sunday, 19th January 2025. “It […]

The PLP announced that Derrick Burgess and Wayne Caines will not stand in the 2025 general election, and said “the party anticipates the announcement of new candidates by the end of this week.” Mr Burgess noted that he will “remain a loyal and committed member of the PLP, and willing to serve my party whenever […]

Nomination day for the 2025 General Election will be held on January 31st, and all the candidates will be formally confirmed on that day. According to the official election website, “Nomination day for the General Election is 31 January 2025 between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at the Mount Saint Agnes School Hall, Pembroke.” Additional candidates are […]

Appleby Bermuda has welcomed corporate and commercial lawyer, Sangheetaa Phary, as Counsel in the Corporate department. A spokesperson said, “Sangheetaa specialises in corporate and commercial law with her expertise encompassing a wide range of areas including, [re]insurance law, public and private mergers and acquisitions, cross-border transactions, corporate restructuring, joint ventures, and strategic governmental and regulatory consultancy. […]

The Bermuda Zoological Society kicks off its 2025 Lecture Series on January 28 with horticulturalist Chris Collins presenting on sustainable gardening. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] is kicking off its 2025 Lecture Series with an informative talk on sustainable gardening. In partnership with The Bermuda Botanical Society [BBS], attendees will gain the […]

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced the schedule for the 2025 Bermuda Select Invitational, with the tournament beginning on February 21. A spokesperson said, “This tournament will feature three top-tier teams competing in a series of high-level matches at the National Sports Centre. Wednesday, February 21st: Maine vs. Bermuda [7:00 PM] Saturday, February 24th: […]

Team Special Olympics Bermuda have started their campaign at the IBF Para World Championships in Hong Kong, China, today [January 20]. As part of the Bermuda Bowling Federation, the athletes are participating in Special Olympics Ten Pin Bowling events, competing in the male and female singles competition, which run until Wednesday. The Bermuda team features […]

Independent Candidate Renee Webb — who will be running in Constituency #13 Devonshire North Central — is holding a press conference this morning [Jan 20]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. As a note, we are currently having internet connectivity issues, so if the stream […]

K’Shaela Burch-Waldron scored twice for Sutton United Ladies in their 2-0 win away to Badshot Lea Ladies in the Capital Senior Cup Second Round yesterday [January 19]. Sutton United face Dulwich Hamlet Reserves in the London and South East Regional League Cup on Sunday [January 25]. Related Stories Kenni Thompson Scores For Bournemouth Kenni Thompson […]

Open Mat Bermuda claimed nine medals at the Grappling Industries Gi and No-Gi Round-Robin Tournament in Toronto, Canada, at the weekend. Nine athletes from the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym competed at the tournament, held at Toronto Metropolitan University, with Ezra Dyer, Keegan Dyer, Jahmali Bridgewater, Ashley Dyer, Ryan Hopkins and Reina Maypa securing podium finishes. Ezra […]

David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast enjoyed an 8-3 win over the Texas Outlaws in the Major Arena Soccer League [MASL] yesterday [January 19]. Baltimore, who are second in the standings, have won seven matches and lost one this season. Bascome, a former North Village and Bermuda winger, was appointed as the Blast head coach in 2020, […]

After 38 years of dedicated service, Detective Inspector Clifford Roberts has retired from the Bermuda Police Service. A police spokesperson said, “At a retirement recognition gathering held Friday morning [17th January 2025], Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons, his Senior Leadership Team, as well as colleagues and friends, reflected on Detective Inspector Roberts’ 38 year policing career. […]

Sprinter Caitlyn Bobb continued her impressive indoor season, contributing to a relay victory at the Virginia Tech Invitational. Representing Virginia Tech on home turf, Bobb took to the track for the women’s 4x400m relay. Running the second leg, she delivered a strong performance, helping her team secure a convincing victory with a time of 3:42.43. […]

[Opinion column written by Patrice Horner] ‘Commodities amid the climate emergency’ was the focus of the Global Commodities Forum in Geneva in December, hosted by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development [UNCTAD]. The intensifying climate crisis is upending global commodity value chains, disrupting production, destabilizing supplies, and driving price volatility. In this session […]

Ariel Re donated $240,000 to 35 charitable initiatives in 2024, supporting causes in Bermuda, London, and beyond, with contributions including employee-raised funds matched by the company. A spokesperson said, “Ariel Re, a global reinsurance business with offices in Bermuda, London and Hong Kong, has announced it donated $240,000 to charities in 2024 – an increase […]