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The SSL Gold Cup continues in Gran Canaria, with Bermuda’s team in action. A spokesperson said, “On day two of the SSL Gold Cup 1/32 Finals, Gran Canaria delivered another beautiful setting for world-class racing. Today it was all about teamwork, smooth sailing and eyes out of the boat looking for the best wind. Tactical […]

News that Kanji Robinson earned the Global Atlantic Scholarship, Tomorrow’s Voices donated to the Sylvia Richardson Care Facility, Sydney Fischer scored in the win of Blair University, Cody Rego secured fourth place in the APSCA finals, and the Ocean View Golf Club donated $6,102 to BCHC were all some of the positive news stories from […]

Aspen Insurance  announced that Edward Hart has been promoted to the role of International Head of Cyber. A spokesperson said, “Ed joined Aspen Insurance in February as a Senior Underwriter and has 10 years of cyber underwriting experience, having served in roles at Brit Insurance and Barbican Insurance Group. In his short time thus far at […]

Nia Christopher and her Towson women’s soccer teammates took an early lead against North Carolina, but they saw their historic season end with a 3 – 1 loss in the NCAA Tournament First Round. Towson held the lead for most of the first half, but a late goal tied it going into halftime. Towson ends their […]

Nine students will take part in the Mr. and Miss CedarBridge Academy event this weekend and you can learn more about these exceptional students below. Name: Eliana Pinardi Age: 18 Grade: S4 How has CedarBridge influenced you? CedarBridge has influenced me to become a better person. What is your favorite subject and why? My favorite […]

Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers said they were honoured to be among veterans as they took part in the Remembrance Day parade in Hamilton today [Nov 11]. A spokesperson said, “Crowds gathered on Front Street and in the grounds of the Cabinet Office for a ceremony to commemorate those who fell in the two world wars and […]

Sunday, November 12 is expected to be cloudy in the morning, then off and on rain showers during the afternoon hours, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 8°C/65°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be ENE. The relative humidity is expected to be near […]

[Updated with photos] Bermuda is commemorating Remembrance Day with a ceremony and parade in Hamilton today [Nov 11] and you can tune in and watch live below. We will have a photo gallery later on and you can view all our coverage of this year, and past years, Remembrance Day events by clicking here. Update […]

BermudAir conducted a “fly-past” salute during the Butterfield Bermuda Championship event this afternoon [Nov 11] thrilling the gathered crowd at the Port Royal Golf Course. The company previously said, “One of the airline’s E175 aircraft will fly over the water along Port Royal Golf Course, with the closest points being the 15th & 16th holes. […]

[Written by Patrick Bean] The advantage available to Wesley and George Bryan as trick shot artists on video are staged scenes that allow for multiple takes to be edited into a single, flawlessly constructed final image of perfection. However, there’s a reason why those prone to attempting crazy stunts belying convention rarely make it to […]

[Written by Kim Swan ] The 5 year history of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship has provided unparalleled opportunities for local golfers beyond measure. I am overjoyed that today we have a PGA Tour event in our country and that we have a unique relationship to allow Bermudians to qualify to compete in the PGA Tour […]

Scott Barnes continues to compete in the Super Karts USA Super Nats, in action in the Master’s Shifter Class Practice Field alongside 47 drivers. One Day Two and Practice Race 5, Barnes finished 6th, completing 8 laps, with his best lap 43.589. In the Final Practice Race, Barnes clocked a fast lap of 43.133 finishing […]

The second round of the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship concluded at Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton. A spokesperson said, “The second round of the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship was completed this morning at Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton. The field was cut to 81 players at -5 before starting the third round, which teed […]

Warwick Academy held the trials in advance of the school cardboard boat races. A spokesperson said, “27 boats were entered with Year 7 and 8 doing one length and 9-11 had to do 2. Great fun was had by all and the laughter rang through the halls! 16 out of 27 boats [60%] completed the challenge distance […]

Bermuda is commemorating Remembrance Day with a ceremony and parade in Hamilton today [Nov 11] and you can tune in and watch live below. We will have a photo gallery later on and you can view all our coverage of this year, and past years, Remembrance Day events by clicking here. Related Stories Video: 2022 […]

SATA Azores Airlines has revealed plans for weekly flights between Ponta Delgada and Bermuda in 2024. This new route will operate from June 4 to September 24, with flights scheduled every Tuesday. According to their website, the flights from Bermuda are set to depart at 11:45 and arrive in Ponta Delgada at 19:35. Conversely, flights […]

The ‘Cali Roots Riddim 2023′ album by Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has been nominated for a Grammy in the Best Reggae Album category. The Grammys — set to be held on February 4, 2024 — in Los Angeles, will see a vibrant mix of talent vying for the coveted awards. In the Best Reggae […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 11th. On Saturday, the 11th, the port welcomed the Jewel of the Seas, a majestic cruise vessel managed by the agent. The following day, Sunday the 12th, witnessed the early arrival of the Norwegian Escape […]

The Salvation Army introduced new Officers and Pastors for Bermuda, including Major Darryl and Cathy Simms as well as Lt. Lester and Almeta Ward. A spokesperson said, “The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory takes great pleasure in introducing the new Officers and Pastors for Bermuda. It is great that Major Darryl and Cathy Simms have returned […]

ESC Limited and Frameworks announced the “successful merger of their operations” which they said “brings together both entities’ strengths, creating a comprehensive and seamless shopping experience. A spokesperson said, “The union of ESC and Frameworks, effective 31 May 2023, is a testament to their shared vision of providing customers with an integrated and comprehensive shopping […]

Everest Group, Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors declared a dividend of $1.75 per common share payable on or before December 15, 2023 to all shareholders of record as of November 29, 2023. Related Stories Everest To Rebrand Name & NYSE Ticker Everest Unveils A New ‘Refreshed Brand’ Everest Preliminary 2022 Catastrophe Losses Everest […]

November 10 saw 3,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $1,312,443.22 BD. 3,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 4.3% at $21.05 per share. The BSX finished at 1,901.50, down 0.45% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 62 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation, measured at 5.0% in June, the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 0.5% when compared to June 2022, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “June’s retail sales volume decreased 0.5 per cent compared to last year. In value terms, retail […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [Nov 10] include acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Magistrates & Coroners Notice type Government Notice Acting Appointments Notice ID GN0871/2023 Public Authorities / Department The Judiciary Publication date 10 November, 2023 Government Notice No. _______ Acting Appointments Judicial Department The Governor, after consultation with the Chief […]

The Black Pony Gallery, led by Lisa Howie, made its international debut at the FUZE Art Expo in Nassau, presenting artists Dede Brown, HezronH, and Niels Reyes, and announced plans to feature Bermudian artists at Miami Basel Art Week in December 2023. Black Pony Gallery’s installation at FUZE Art Expo in the Bahamas in October […]

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Sigma Xi Omega Chapter will host a Women’s Entrepreneur Vendor Market from 12pm to 4pm on Saturday [Nov 11] on the lawn of City Hall in Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “This event has free entry to the public and features local women entrepreneurs. The event is open to women and […]

Due to a staffing shortage in the Pathology Department, the Bermuda Hospitals Board has extended the turnaround time for histopathology results and post-mortem reports, but aims to resolve the issue by December. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board today communicated that there has been an increase in the turnaround time of its histology results and […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] will host their annual Bermuda Tourism Summit on November 28th with the theme “Unifying Our Efforts: Building a Better Bermuda Tourism Ecosystem.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has announced it will host its eagerly anticipated annual 2023 Bermuda Tourism Summit on November 28, 2023, at the Hamilton […]

The 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship second round took place today [Nov 10] at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “The second round of the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championship was suspended due to darkness at 5:30 p.m. A.S.T.. The round will resume Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. “The cut to low 65 and ties will […]

The Bermuda Tourism Authority has released tourism data for the third quarter of 2023, with “total visitor arrivals YTD [air, cruise, and yacht] reached 556,637, an increase of 33% vs 2022 and have recovered to 83.5% of 2019 arrivals.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority today announced the destination’s third quarter tourism performance for the period […]

“Bermuda is now facing what can be considered a housing crisis,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said, adding that “various policies and interventions are needed at distinct levels relying on both public and private sector involvement to garner solutions.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Nov 10] the Minister said the ”Government will […]

The “Government’s Economic Development Strategy and the Economic Recovery Plan are case studies in poor execution” and “we can no longer afford to focus on settling old scores, pouring scorn and contempt on those different from us, or trying to bring about ideological fantasies,” Leader of the Opposition Jarion Richardson said as he delivered the […]

This year’s Butterfield Bermuda Championship has two new public viewing spots on hole #3 and hole #15, and Bermuda Government Golf Course Chairman Kim Swan is ecstatic to have two public viewing areas– especially on the 3rd hole –  saying it ”warms my heart because it embraces the spirit of public golf that Port Royal Golf Course […]

“After several years of decline, Bermuda’s historic cemeteries are once again being properly cared for thanks to financial support from Chubb,” the BNT said today. “The Bermuda National Trust was delighted and relieved to receive a grant from Chubb in 2022 and 2023 to help us care for these special places,” said Karen Border, Executive Director […]

In advance of Remembrance Day, Nicky Gurret created a “Remember Forever” installation in Victoria Park, surrounding the war memorial with poppies. The artist used parts of painted plastic bottles to create the red poppies, and said, “The poppy installation is a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future.” Bermuda will join nations […]