Moongate Group increases community outreach
The MoonGate Group has again distributed its “We Care Packages” to vulnerable persons in the community. Due to increased demand, the campaign’s day of giving has grown from 100 distributed packages to…
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Walking Football All-Stars out to settle score
Walking Football All-Stars will attempt to avenge a crushing defeat against Bermuda College when the two sides square off on Thursday in only the second walking football match to be played on the isla…
Tours, performances and more to celebrate Women’s History
Stories of Bermuda’s trendsetting women will be told later this month as part of a celebration of Women’s History Month in St George’s.
The Women’s History Centre announced that on March 29, it would …
The Women’s History Centre announced that on March 29, it would …
Damage forces Union Street bathrooms to close
Extensive vandalism and safety concerns forced the closure of public restrooms on Union Street, the City of Hamilton said today.
The facilities have been shut since February 26, it was noted.
The City…
The facilities have been shut since February 26, it was noted.
The City…
Town of St George celebrates Unesco World Poetry Day
Bermuda’s oldest town will celebrate the artistic and historical influence of poetry next week.
The Corporation of St George invited the public to celebrate the Unesco World Poetry Day on Monday.
The …
The Corporation of St George invited the public to celebrate the Unesco World Poetry Day on Monday.
The …
Paradise Mobile provides rugby’s kit and 5G data
Paradise Mobile is kit sponsor and 5G data provider for Bermuda Rugby, outfitting the national team in sleek, vibrant pink jerseys that are as bold as their style of play, the company said.
The partne…
The partne…
Jake Brislane attains PB as next Carifta generation start to shine
Bermuda middle-distance runner Jake Brislane achieved his personal best of 14min 49.87sec when finishing third at the Podium 5K in Leicester, England, last weekend.
Brislane, whose previous best time …
Brislane, whose previous best time …
Oliver Betschart fails to make it through PGA Tour pre-qualifier
Oliver Betschart narrowly missed out on advancing to the final qualifying round of the PGA Tour Texas Children’s Houston Open in Georgetown, Texas.
The local amateur finished tied for eleventh at one-…
The local amateur finished tied for eleventh at one-…
Three clubs granted licences by BFA
St George’s, Devonshire Colts and X-Roads Warriors have been awarded club licences by the Bermuda Football Association.
In a move described by the BFA as “a significant step forward in the professiona…
In a move described by the BFA as “a significant step forward in the professiona…
MP: tangible support needed to address KEMH bed shortage
A One Bermuda Alliance MP said that tangible support measures should be put in place to address the problem of bed shortages at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital.
Robin Tucker, the Shadow Minister…
Robin Tucker, the Shadow Minister…
BSX parent buys Guernsey exchange
The parent company to the Bermuda Stock Exchange is buying the International Stock Exchange.
Miami International Holdings, Inc and The International Stock Exchange Group Limited have reached agreement…
Miami International Holdings, Inc and The International Stock Exchange Group Limited have reached agreement…
Shayla Cann wins twice and sets two PBs in first outdoor meet
Shayla Cann is looking forward to bigger and better things after winning two gold medals at the Phoenix Invitational meet.
The Bermudian runner capitalised on home advantage and ideal weather conditio…
The Bermudian runner capitalised on home advantage and ideal weather conditio…
Paget launch shirt to raise awareness of cerebral palsy
Paget Community Football club have released a limited edition shirt to help raise funds for cerebral palsy awareness.
Kian Butterfield, vice-president of the club, proposed the idea to the executives …
Kian Butterfield, vice-president of the club, proposed the idea to the executives …
Bermuda’s high cost of living a concern for Aegon executive
As Aegon’s new holding company prepares to tackle recruitment, housing and the cost of living on the island are a definite concern.
It started with one employee in September 2023, and is now up to six…
It started with one employee in September 2023, and is now up to six…
College forges links with New Jersey research university
Bermuda College has signed an agreement with a US university affording Bermudians increased access to quality education and addressing national priorities for the island.
The deal with Kean University…
The deal with Kean University…
Critics zero in on state regulator’s Bermuda visit
Ricardo Lara, the California Insurance Commissioner, has continued to fight criticism over his visit last week to the Bermuda Risk Summit.
He returned to Sacramento to a storm of controversy, having m…
He returned to Sacramento to a storm of controversy, having m…
Western Stars launches campaign to revitalise pitch
A Pembroke sports club is to field a 200-member team for the Bermuda Day half-marathon as part of a concerted fundraising campaign to resurface its playing field.
Western Stars Sports Club, which over…
Western Stars Sports Club, which over…
Open Mat Bermuda take large team to Pan IBJJF Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Thirteen fighters from Open Mat Bermuda are in Kissimmee, Florida, for the Pan International Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
Coach Chris Regan is pleased with the amount of work that has been put in by his f…
Coach Chris Regan is pleased with the amount of work that has been put in by his f…
Hospital on critical alert over bed shortages
Waiting lists for people requiring a hospital bed have climbed to record levels — because medically fit patients are not being discharged.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board confirmed today that 34 people we…
The Bermuda Hospitals Board confirmed today that 34 people we…
PartnerRe reports income of $1.44bn for 2024
PartnerRe has reported net income of $1.44 billion for 2024, compared to $2.3 billion for the previous year.
In their latest financial statements for the full year, the firm also revealed positive op…
In their latest financial statements for the full year, the firm also revealed positive op…
BSX index up nearly 4%
The RG/BSX Index rose 97.92 points (3.99 per cent) to 2,552.84 today, based on the $1.75 (4.9 per cent) rise of Butterfield Bank to $37.75 after the trading of 580 shares.
There was no other activity …
There was no other activity …
LOM Financial reports strong 2024 earnings growth
LOM Financial Limited has posted a strong financial performance for 2024, with full-year profits rising to $4.76 million, or $0.97 per share, compared to $4 million, or $0.80 per share, in 2023.
Reve…
Reve…
Migratory whales the focus of new commemorative stamps
Humpback whales have been unveiled as the subject of the latest set of commemorative stamps, to be released this week.
The Bermuda Post Office announced that the release, the second of the year, would…
The Bermuda Post Office announced that the release, the second of the year, would…
Point of order: Bermuda students excel on debate stage
A group of young debaters tested their mettle this weekend in the finals of the Minister of Education’s Debate Challenge 2025.
The event, held at the CedarBridge Academy cafetorium, was the culminatio…
The event, held at the CedarBridge Academy cafetorium, was the culminatio…
Chamber prepares for Budget Breakfast
The Government will learn what business leaders really think of the first budget under a corporate income tax regime at the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce’s annual Budget Breakfast on May 5 at the Hamilt…
ILS Market achieves record growth in 2024
The insurance-linked securities market posted another year of strong returns in 2024, with total capacity reaching an estimated $107 billion by year-end, according to a new report from AM Best: ILS Ma…
Elementum appoints new chief investment officers
Elementum Advisors has appointed Jeff Davis and Paul Barker as chief investment officers, marking a leadership transition within the firm’s catastrophe bond and collateralised reinsurance investment d…
Jahni Simmons attracts interest from Super League sides
Bermuda women’s football team forward Jahni Simmons is catching the attention of Women’s Super League sides after performing well at the Future Pro academy in Britain.
Simmons, who has been with the C…
Simmons, who has been with the C…
Ocean science museum head Karla Lacey steps down
The chief executive of the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is moving on after more than four years in the role.
Karla Lacey will conclude her stewardship of the organisation at the end of the…
Karla Lacey will conclude her stewardship of the organisation at the end of the…
Teachers collaborate on improving student learning
Teachers and school leaders took part in interactive sessions as inductions for school transformation team members continued last week.
Activities included consideration of changes that can be tested …
Activities included consideration of changes that can be tested …
Wicked and Moana 2 headline upcoming drive-in event
A pair of recent blockbusters will be screened at the City Hall Car Park next month as a family entertainment series returns to Hamilton.
A spokeswoman for the City of Hamilton said that on April 12, …
A spokeswoman for the City of Hamilton said that on April 12, …
Madelyn Moore refinds love for swimming after return home
By her own admission it has been a tough couple of years for Madelyn Moore but returning to her beloved island home has allowed her to rediscover her love of swimming.
Moore cut a dejected figure at t…
Moore cut a dejected figure at t…
Sylvia Oliveira has seen life insurance explode in Bermuda
When Sylvia Oliveira first came to Bermuda to work as a young life actuary, the regulatory requirement for a life insurance company was to hold $250,000, and that was it.
“Obviously, companies held mo…
“Obviously, companies held mo…
California insurance regulator criticised for Bermuda trip
Ricardo Lara, the California Insurance Commissioner, is in hot water in Sacramento for attending the Bermuda Risk Summit last week, instead of the first hearings of the year for lawmakers in the state…
Kamali Davis apologises for conduct in semi-final
Devonshire Cougars forward Kamali Davis has expressed remorse for his involvement in a heated confrontation with a spectator during the FA Cup semi-final win over former club Paget Lions at Bernard Pa…
Bristol City coach keen on extending Nahki Wells
Liam Manning, the Bristol City head coach, has expressed his desire to retain the services of Bermuda striker Nahki Wells beyond this season.
Wells, 34, is out of contract at the end of the season wit…
Wells, 34, is out of contract at the end of the season wit…
Burt: we can weather US tariffs
Bermuda’s record of navigating crises such as Covid-19 makes the Premier confident the island can weather any impact from protectionist trade moves by the United States.
David Burt said that while it …
David Burt said that while it …
One injured in three-vehicle crash
A motorcyclist is believed to have suffered potentially serious injuries in a three-vehicle crash in Smith’s this evening.
The collision happened at around 6.50pm in the area of South Road and Zuill’s…
The collision happened at around 6.50pm in the area of South Road and Zuill’s…
AI-powered parametric insurer Mythen launches in Bermuda and Texas
A new artificial intelligence-driven parametric insurer has launched in Bermuda and Texas, aiming to transform how natural catastrophe risks are underwritten and managed.
Mythen, founded by insurance…
Mythen, founded by insurance…
It’s official: Triple Challenge brings in $25,000 for charity
A gruelling annual fitness challenge went off without a hitch despite record-low numbers, the organiser said.
The Bermuda Triple Challenge 2025 brought individual and group competitors out over the we…
The Bermuda Triple Challenge 2025 brought individual and group competitors out over the we…
‘End of an era’ with passing of PLP founding member
The last of the creators of the Progressive Labour Party, who helped to form the Committee for Adult Suffrage, which campaigned to secure the vote for every Bermudian, has been mourned by the party.
D…
D…
BSX index falls 0.02% on Monday
The RG/BSX Index fell 58 cents (0.02 per cent) to `2,454.92 today, based on the 10 cent (7.1 per cent) decline of Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd to $1.30 after the trading of 197,300 shares.
Other trad…
Other trad…
Logan Jimenez signs first professional contract with Hibernian
Bermuda under-17 captain Logan Jimenez has signed his first professional contract with Hibernian Football Club.
Jimenez was offered the contract after excelling in the academy at the Scottish club and…
Jimenez was offered the contract after excelling in the academy at the Scottish club and…
Mark Wade elected to Caribbean Football Union executive committee
Bermuda Football Association president Mark Wade has been elected to the executive committee of the Caribbean Football Union.
Wade was elected during the Concacaf 40th Ordinary Congress at the Royalt…
Wade was elected during the Concacaf 40th Ordinary Congress at the Royalt…
Olympian Jenny Smatt hopes to ease financial burden on young Bermudian athletes
Olympian Jenny Smatt is hoping to ease the burden on young Bermudian athletes by helping to fund their nascent sporting careers.
Smatt, who competed for Bermuda in swimming at the 1992 Olympic Games i…
Smatt, who competed for Bermuda in swimming at the 1992 Olympic Games i…
Woman charged with weapon, drug offences
A woman faced firearm, ammunition and drug charges in Magistrates’ Court today.
Desiree O’Connor, 54, was charged with having a Walther PPQ .45 handgun and eight cartridges of ammunition without a lic…
Desiree O’Connor, 54, was charged with having a Walther PPQ .45 handgun and eight cartridges of ammunition without a lic…
Golfer Michael Sims inducted into URI Hall of Fame
Bermudian golfer Michael Sims has said he is humbled to have been inducted into the University of Rhode Island Hall of Fame.
Sims, who attended URI between 1998 and 2001 and led the university to back…
Sims, who attended URI between 1998 and 2001 and led the university to back…
Police intervene as Cougars prevail in bad-tempered semi-final
Devonshire Cougars 2 Paget Lions 0
Police were called as tempers flared during an often violent FA Cup semi-final at Bernard Park yesterday.
Devonshire Cougars forward Kamali Davis was involved i…
Brian Duperreault on corporate income tax
Insurance icon Brian Duperreault has dismissed concerns about possible fallout from the introduction of corporate income tax in Bermuda, predicting things will be fine.
“I do not think the tax is goin…
“I do not think the tax is goin…
Prepare for radical change, says insurance executive
A warning has emerged from a just-concluded insurance conference about future Bermudian employment opportunities in the industry and today’s education system.
A top executive told Bermuda Risk Summit …
A top executive told Bermuda Risk Summit …