News

Brandon Sousa and Ryan Davies started competing in the 2023 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association [ECVA] Men’s Beach Volleyball Championships in St. Lucia, recording one win and one loss. In their opening match, Sousa and Davies defeated their opponents St. Lucia Two 2 -0, and they then played St. Kitts and Nevis where they lost 2 – 0.

The Bermuda Netball Association held a host of matches this weekend, with youth and senior teams in action. Under 14 Division Rangers defeated the Phoenix Embers 13 – 6, Best Attacker A’meerah Richardson-Swan scored 8 goals to lead the Rangers, Honor Caesar added 3 goals, and E’Rynn Paynter scored twice, while Ja’Miyah Johnston was the […]

The Bermuda Opera team is presenting the Met: Live in HD [2021-22] & Encore series in Bermuda on film on Sundays at BUEI at 5.00pm, with the next installment to take place on March 19. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Opera Team is proud to present the Met: Live in HD [2021-22] & Encore series […]

Bacardi – in partnership with the Department of Workforce Development — is launching ‘Shake Your Future,’ which offers five people the chance to take part in a free 10-week training program that includes four weeks of training in London, four weeks of work placement in Bermuda, and two weeks of marketing workshops. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi […]

The 35th annual P.A.L.S. Walk is being this morning [Feb 26] and despite the less than inviting weather conditions, hundreds of people are taking part, with many carrying umbrellas and wearing raincoats as they walk for charity. The event — sponsored by Clarien Bank, CG Insurance and Butterfield & Vallis — helps to raise money […]

Footballers in both the Premier and First Division were in action this weekend with St George’s Colts, PHC Zebras, and Young Men Social Club all earning wins. Premier Division St. George’s Colts 2 – Somerset Trojans 1 The St. George’s Colt recorded a 2 – 1 win over the Somerset Trojans at the Wellington Oval. Blaiz […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Monday [Feb 27] as the 2023 Budget debate is set to continue and statements listed on the Order Paper include Introducing the Integrated Agriculture Strategy, Update on the Successful use of Special Measures per Part 5 of the Child Safeguarding [Miscellaneous Amendments] Act 2019 and the […]

Teams that include Bermudian footballers Nahki Wells, Dale Eve, Reggie Lambe, Milan Butterfield, Justin Donawa, Ayleal Dill, and Knory Scott were recently in action. Nahki Wells Nahki Wells scored his second penalty in as many games to secure Bristol City’s 3 points against Hull City. Having waited 469 days for their last penalty, Bristol City won a second consecutive spot kick […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] The Bermuda women’s hockey team will step up their preparations for the Central American and Caribbean Games by hosting a three-game tournament against a New York team. The Bermuda Onions v Big Apple Tournament, held at the National Sports Centre from March 10 to 12, will help the national women’s team […]

Six Bermuda Volleyball Association’s Junior National teams continued competing in the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival. The boy’s under 16 team finished the day with a record of 4 & 2; they started out the day defeating the Fury 2 – 0, lost to NEVBC Boys Open 2 – 1, before closing out the day with […]

News that the seal continues to recuperate, model Aliana King has been featured in a campaign for David Yurman, Pinky’s Drive-Thru restaurant is now open for lunch and dinner with dozens of people hired to staff the new eatery and the BF&M announced the launch of the $20,000 BF&M Postgraduate John Wight Scholarship were all […]

The Board of Directors of White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. has elected Weston M. Hicks as a director of the Company. A spokesperson said, “Mr. Hicks was formerly the President and CEO of Alleghany Corporation. He previously has served on the boards of Alleghany Corporation and AllianceBernstein Corporation.” CEO Manning Rountree said, “We are delighted […]

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced that Gabriel Galanski has joined the Company as Head of North America Property & Casualty Programs. In this role, Mr. Galanski is responsible for the management, development, and administration of the Company’s North America Programs business. A spokesperson said, “This includes advancing the Company’s efforts to deliver a delegated authority […]

The Reds won the battle of the Budgies at the National Sports Center in Bermuda Field Hockey action. The Reds were led to victory by Jasmine Patterson who scored a hat-trick, while Keishae Robinson scored the other.

A motorcyclist “was traveling east on Scaur Hill when he was struck by a male on an off-road scrambler” and “shortly after the collision the male riding the scrambler fled the scene,” the police said this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 9pm on Saturday 25th February 2023, police and other first responders were […]

The ‘Daddy Daughter Royal Ball event’ was held today [Feb 25] at Lower Pier Six, creating a memorable day for daughters and fathers who were all dressed to impress and enjoyed activities including arts & crafts, music and more. Hosted by RYL Rentals, the event promo said, “Join us for a magical day with all […]

Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell announced that the theme of this year’s Heritage Month in May is “A Bermudian Renaissance”. Speaking at press conference this week, Minister Darrell said, “I am pleased to use this opportunity to formally announce that this year’s Heritage Month theme is ‘A Bermudian Renaissance.’ We chose this […]

Bermuda started their ICC Americas Qualifiers in Argentina in a strong fashion as they defeated the Cayman Islands. Bermuda won the toss and elected to bat. After 20 overs Bermuda scored 173/3, captain Delray Rawlins was the top scorer with 59 not out off 437 balls, he hit 43 fours and 3 sixes, while Kamau […]

People were ‘Freezin for a Reason’ as Special Olympics Bermuda held their Polar Plunge fundraising event today [Feb 25] at Horseshoe Bay. The event website said, “The Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals and teams to support Special Olympics Bermuda athletes by taking an icy dip into our somewhat cold waters. “Events like […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nahki Wells scored his second penalty in as many games to help Bristol City defeat Hull City 1-0 at home in the Sky Bet Championship today [February 25]. Wells, whose spot-kick in added time earned City a point against Sunderland last weekend, netted in the 70th minute to extend his side’s unbeaten […]

Sunday, February 26 is expected to see cloudy with rain/showers, easing by evening, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 17°C/62°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be west. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be at 6.50am and sunset […]

Chaka DeSilva picked up the season’s second win on the Moongate Tour at the Port Royal Golf Course. DeSilva shot a round of 1-over par 72, he finished three strokes ahead of Nick Jones and Dwayne Pearman who both carded rounds of 4-over pars 75. Moongate Tour Feb 24th 2023 Leaderboard 72 Chaka DeSilva 75 […]

Taylor Carrick and his Western University men’s squash teammates began competing in the College Squash Association National Collegiate Men’s Team Championships, which are being hosted by Trinity at the Kellner Squash Center in Hartford, Connecticut. In their opening match, Western edged Rochester University 5 – 4. Carrick — playing in the number 5 spot — needed […]

Chiko & T’s, the winners of the Eat’Um to Beat’Um Lionfish Chowder Competition, have revealed some of the secrets to their success, saying they kept the chowder “old fashioned and traditional” and  ”only used fresh ingredients.” Held at the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] last week, Chiko & T’s beat out competition from local restaurants such as […]

Dame Flora Duffy — the reigning Olympic, World and Commonwealth champion — has decided not to compete in the 2023 World Triathlon Championship Series season opener in Abu Dhabi on March 3rd. In a post on Instagram, Dame Flora Duffy said, “It has been a while since I posted. I have been enjoying my time […]

[Written by Don Burgess] The late Bryan Darby had tributes paid to him by colleagues and others in the journalism community. In his later years, Mr Darby was known for his long tenure at VSB, which stretched more than two decades, but he also worked at the Royal Gazette, Mid Ocean News, ZBM, and ZFB. Cathy […]

The East edged the West 32 -31 in a thrilling Senior School All-Star Netball match at the Bermuda College. The East had a comfortable lead until the West switched MVP Anisa Seon from the Berkeley Institute to goal shooter. Her 16-goal second-half blitz brought the west within one but they could never take the lead, […]

Six Bermuda Volleyball Association’s Junior National teams began competing in the Nike Volleyball Festival in Boston. The boy’s under 16 team finished the day with a record of 2 & 1, they defeated NEVBC Boys Club 2 – 0, defeated the Sportime team 2 – 0, before falling to the Smash Boys 2 – 0. […]

Emma and Jack Harvey along with their Penn State swimming & diving teammates began competing at the 2023 B1G Championships hosted by the University of Michigan at Canham Natatorium. Events kicked off with the women’s 200 medley relay. Molly Carson, Olivia Jack, Emma Harvey, and Mary Brinker clocked a time of 1:37.51 finishing in fifth […]

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda will be hosting their 6th annual Swim-a-thon on Saturday, March 5th at the Bermuda National Sports Centre Aquatics and Fitness Centre. A spokesperson said, “What began as a small event has grown into what the Society now considers to be its main fundraising initiative in its calendar year. All […]

In February 2023, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda [PrivCom] has entered into “two prominent international enforcement cooperation agreements.” A spokesperson said, “With these agreements, PrivCom will be able to liaise with privacy commissioners around the world to share resources in joint investigations that may affect individuals in Bermuda and elsewhere. “PrivCom joined […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday Shipping Schedule: Week Starting February 25th. On Sunday the Thorco Legacy cable layer is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Suhar cement carrier will arrive, and on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship […]

Assured Guaranty Ltd. has established a new indirect subsidiary, AG Analytics, that is “developing a new municipal fintech platform.” A spokesperson said, “To provide broader, more comprehensive and convenient access to municipal credit and portfolio management analytics for the municipal market, Assured Guaranty Ltd. [together with its subsidiaries, Assured Guaranty] has established a new indirect […]

At its regular meeting held on February 23, 2023, the Board of Directors of White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. declared a $1.00 per share annual dividend, payable in cash on March 22, 2023, to holders of record of Common Shares as of the close of business on March 13, 2023.

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Sunday brunch has been a favorite of mine since I was a child. I remember going to Castle Harbour with my family on special occasions or Southampton Princess. I was always mesmerized by the incredible spread of fabulous food every time we went. Clearly, I’m an adult now but that love […]

February 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,533.66, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 67 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF].