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Asunción and Rio-Niterói have been officially recognized as Candidate Cities to host the XXI Pan American Games in 2031. A spokesperson said, “The race to host the XXI Pan American Games in 2031 has officially begun. Both the Olympic Committee of Paraguay and the Olympic Committee of Brazil fulfilled in due time and form the […]

The Convex End-to-End was held this weekend, with the always popular event seeing participants walked and cycle the length of Bermuda to support local charitable organizations. Funds raised during this year’s event will go to the following charities: Age Concern [ACB Hardship Programme], Bermuda Audubon Society [Conservation Management Plan for High Point], Bermuda Red Cross […]

Trey Simons and Gayle Lindsay claimed top honours in the Sir Stanley Burgess 5K today [May 4]. Simons finished in 16min 01sec, with Thomas Mills second in 16:47 and David Lunn third in 17:41. Lindsay was the first women’s finisher in 18:19, with Teresa Ruiz second in 19:35 and Stepanka Sprincova third in 20:09. In […]

Maiden Holdings shareholders have approved all proposals for the company’s planned merger with Kestrel Group, with the deal expected to close in Q2 2025 pending regulatory approvals. A spokesperson said, “Maiden Holdings, Ltd. announced that, at the special general meeting of Maiden shareholders held today, all proposals related to Maiden’s proposed business combination [the transaction] […]

Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced its 2025 first quarter results, saying “we delivered solid results this quarter despite the losses arising from the California wildfires, resulting in an annualized operating return on equity of 11.5%.” A spokesperson said, “The results included: Net income available to Arch common shareholders of $564 million, or $1.48 per share, […]

The Department of Culture is kicking off Heritage Month 2025 with Freedom’s Steps — a three-day weekend celebration of culture, community, and legacy — featuring this evening’s [May 3] Gombey Unity March, and you can tune in and watch a short portion below. We will have additional coverage later on. You can view all of our coverage […]

The Flora Duffy South Field Stadium at the National Sports Center was alive with youthful energy as the 2025 Bermuda Pacers School Relay Classic, sponsored by AIG, took center stage. In the Primary School Division, it was West End Primary who emerged as the Combined Team Champions, narrowly edging out their rivals with a total […]

Bermudian swimmers Emma and Jack Harvey both achieved record-breaking performances on the third day of the 2025 TYR Pro Swim Series at the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center. Emma Harvey broke the Bermuda women’s 50m butterfly open record while finishing second in the B Final. Her time of 26.75 seconds surpassed her previous national record of […]

The Convex End-to-End was held today [May 3], marking the 38th annual iteration of the event, with people walking and cycling cross the island to raise money for charity. Funds raised during this year’s event will go to the following charities: Age Concern [ACB Hardship Programme], Bermuda Audubon Society [Conservation Management Plan for High Point], […]

Sunday, May 4 is expected to see sunny breaks with a few showers around, with the high to be near 24°C/76°F and the low to be near 21°C/69°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.30am and […]

“We urge members of the public that should you recognise or are able to identify any of the persons in that video, do not attempt to take matters into your own hand and approach or confront them,” the police said following the video footage released in connection with investigation into the double murder in Sandys. […]

Twenty-one students from Somersfield Academy recently travelled to New York City to participate in the Global Classrooms International Model United Nations Conference. A spokesperson said, “Twenty-one students from Somersfield Academy’s M4 and DP1 cohorts travelled to New York City to participate in the 2025 Global Classrooms International Model United Nations [GCIMUN] Conference, hosted by the Lebanese […]

Nahki Wells helped Bristol City secure a Sky Bet Championship play-off berth after drawing 2-2 at home to Preston North End today [May 3]. The Bermuda striker, who has scored ten goals this season, created his side’s first goal for Ross McCrorie in the 69th minute to make it 2-1. City have finished sixth in […]

Semi-Finals night at the Bermuda Squash Racquets Association Club delivered a quartet of captivating encounters as the top seeds in both the Ladies’ and Men’s draws were pushed to their limits in the IQUW Bermuda Open Squash Championships. Sibling Showdown Sees Aira Azman Advance The opening match saw a fascinating sibling rivalry play out as […]

Ki-Juan Minors has started the Equestrian Sport Productions [ESP] Spring Series Five event in Wellington, Florida in impressive style. Minors, riding Kylie VJ, competed in the 1.40m Open Jumper II2.1 Class. The pair navigated the first round of the international competition without recording any faults, setting themselves up well for the jump-off. In the second […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, May 3rd. On Saturday the Liberty of the Seas and the Norwegian Getaway cruise ships and the Danica Sunrise bunkers ship are expected, on Sunday the M/Y Skat bunkers ship and the Vista cruise ship will […]

[Updating] The Convex End-to-End is taking place today [May 3], marking the 38th time the annual event has been held, you can view all Bernews coverage of this year and past year’s End-to-End by clicking here, and we will provide live updates and video as able throughout the day. Your screen will automatically refresh with […]

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating [Long-Term ICR] of “a” [Excellent] of Hamilton Re, Ltd. [Pembroke, Bermuda] and Hamilton Insurance Designated Activity Company [Dublin, Ireland], each a wholly owned subsidiary of Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd. [Pembroke, Bermuda] [collectively referred to as Hamilton]. In […]

Assured Guaranty Ltd. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.34 per common share, payable on May 30, to shareholders of record as of May 16. A spokesperson said, “Assured Guaranty Ltd. declared a quarterly dividend of $0.34 per common share. The dividend is payable on May 30, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close […]

Adam Hall scored a run in Nashville Sounds’ 4-1 win away to the Gwinnett Stripers in Minor League Baseball yesterday [May 2]. The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers. Nashville and Gwinnett face each other again today. Related Stories Adam Hall And Nashville Defeated By Knights Adam […]

Rick Wright’s Greenville Triumph drew 3-3 away to Richmond Kickers in the United Soccer League League One yesterday [May 2]. Bermudian head coach Wright led Greenville to the semi-final plays-offs in his first season in charge last term. A former Saltus Grammar School student, Wright made appearances for the Bermuda and United States national teams. […]

The police have released video footage in connection with the investigation into the double murder in Sandys, and are appealing for anybody that can identify the individuals in the video to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is urging members of the public, should they recognize or are able to […]

“As the topic of healthcare costs and coverage moves to into greater focus with the up-coming budget debate, it seems a good time to consider the benefits of transferring management of dementia to the Ministry of Health,” Shadow Minister Linda Smith said. OBA MP Linda Smith said, “Over the next several weeks Members of the […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 2] include public notification, boards appointments, notice of intention to construct a controlled plant, notification of planning applications registered and liquor licence. Notice Of National Certification:- Landscape/Gardener Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Public Notification Notice ID: GN0464/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Workforce Development Publication date: […]

Emma and Jack Harvey have started competing at the 2025 TYR Pro Swim Series in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Both siblings successfully advanced to the finals in their respective events. Emma Harvey competed in the women’s 50m backstroke and finished third in the C final, touching the wall in a time of 29.04 seconds. Earlier in the […]

Saturday, May 3 is expected to see partly cloudy skies, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 20°C/68°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be E. The relative humidity is expected to be near 67%. Sunrise will be at 6:31am and sunset will be at […]