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PLP open to national debate

February 2, 2025

The Progressive Labour Party has opened the door to a national debate ahead of the General Election on February 18.
In a statement released this evening, the PLP proposed a format featuring representa…

North Village take advantage of slip-ups by title challengers

February 2, 2025

North Village 3 Hamilton Parish 1

North Village capitalised on Dandy Town’s loss and PHC’s draw to go five points clear at the top of the Premier Division after prevailing against ten-men Hamilto…

Paget and St George’s play to stalemate

February 2, 2025

Paget 0 St George’s 0

Paget and St George’s cancelled each other out in their mid-table Premier Division clash at Southampton Oval on Sunday.
With both sides not having much in the league to play…

PHC come from two goals down to rescue point

February 2, 2025

PHC 2 Devonshire Cougars 2

Title contenders PHC fought back from a two-goal deficit to draw against Devonshire Cougars at PHC Field on Sunday.
PHC’s top scorer Enrique Russell scored both goals…

Rapturous welcome home for Bermuda Under-17 women

February 2, 2025

The Bermuda Under-17 women’s team returned home to a rapturous reception on Sunday after securing qualification to the final round of the Concacaf World Cup qualifiers.
When the team emerged from the …

Insurer providing digital wallet coverage sets up in Bermuda

February 2, 2025

A new insurance company has launched in Bermuda providing digital wallet insurance for certain cryptocurrencies.
Blockchain Deposit Insurance Corporation is the international entity of Palm Beach, Flo…

Ratings affirmed for James River Group

February 2, 2025

AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a-” (Excellent) of the rated operating subsidiaries of Bermudian-based James River Grou…

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‘This election is about the future’ Burt tells western supporters

February 2, 2025

Hundreds of the Progressive Labour Party’s western-based supporters voiced their endorsement of the incumbent government last night as electioneering reached feverish pitch in the run-in to the Genera…

Sanchez Smith shines at BUT 5K

February 2, 2025

It was perhaps fitting that the fastest time at the Bermuda Union of Teachers 5K run on Sunday was produced by a student athlete.
Sanchez Smith, aged just 14, crossed the line in 16min 57sec to beat s…

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TCD simplifies truck replacement process

February 2, 2025

The Transport Control Department has announced the introduction of a streamlined process for replacing old trucks.
A spokeswoman for the department said the new system, based on feedback received dur…

Bermuda equestrians star in World Jumping Challenge

February 2, 2025

Under ideal weather conditions, the first of three competitions comprising the 2025 FEI World Jumping Challenge was held at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday.
The Challenge provides local rid…

Social Club dent Dandy Town’s title hopes

February 2, 2025

Dandy Town 1 Social Club 2

Young Men’s Social Club struck a blow to Dandy Town’s chances of winning the Premier Division title at Goose Gosling Field on Saturday night.
After scoring two first-h…

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PLP Western Family Reunion

February 1, 2025

PLP Western Family Reunion (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

Devonshire Colts blitz Wolves with four first-half goals

February 1, 2025

Devonshire Colts 4-1 Wolves

Sage Blair-Paynter and Jorj Dublin each netted two first-half goals to lead Devonshire Colts to a dominant win over relegation-threatened Wolves at Police Field on Sat…

Champions up against after day one of Bermuda Four-Ball tournament

February 1, 2025

Jarryd Dillas and Damian Palanyandi will need to come from behind if they are to retain their Bermuda Four-Ball Championship title.
The pair, who have won the last four editions of the tournament, fin…

Brookfield Infrastructure posts net income of $391m in FY24

February 1, 2025

Bermudian-based Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP has reported net income attributable to the partnership of $391 million for the 2024 fiscal year.
That compares with $432 million in the prior yea…

From agony to ecstasy for Bermuda Under-17 women

February 1, 2025

Bermuda 1 Puerto Rico 2

What began as a painful day ended in jubilation for Bermuda when they qualified as one of the best second-place finishers in the Concacaf Under-17 Women’s World Cup quali…

Not all investment advice is good

February 1, 2025

Recommendations from friends, family, neighbours or even colleagues at work have become a significant influence on many aspects of our lives, including investments. Friends often share their insights …

Prioritise paying off debts over saving for retirement

February 1, 2025

Dear Dave,
I want to start handling my money better and speed up the process of getting out of debt. Should I lower the amount I’m contributing to my retirement savings so I can pay off my car and hou…

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Century Club: candidate count reaches historic proportions

February 1, 2025

A staggering 110 candidates will stand in the February 18 General Election after the deadline for nominations closed yesterday.
The two main parties — the Progressive Labour Party and the One Bermuda …

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Belco Riots: 60 years on, a former officer looks back

February 1, 2025

The scenery has changed, but Serpentine Road remains as it was 60 years ago when a young police officer, Andrew Bermingham, was swept up in the blur of violence now known as the Belco Riots.
“It was a…

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DPP: social-media posts ‘crippling’ the justice system

February 1, 2025

Social-media posts are impacting the island’s criminal justice system, derailing trials in some cases, a judicial officer said yesterday.
Cindy Clarke, Director of Public Prosecutions, said last year …