Bermuda News Updates

Monday, September 15 is expected to see extensive cloud cover with more showers, easing overnight, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 7.02am […]

Bermudian footballer Jahni Simmons made her debut for Coventry Sphinx Ladies in a 3-2 win at home to Hednesford United Women in the West Midlands Regional League Premier Division today [September 14]. Simmons, who plays as a striker, came on as a second-half substitute. She helped the Bermuda women’s national team win the gold medal […]

Bermudian rugby player Jamin Hodgkins was in impressive form in the Pacific Pride Academy’s 43-36 defeat away to the University of Victoria yesterday [September 13]. Hodgkins accounted for 16 of his team’s points [four conversions, one penalty and one try]. The Academy aims to develop young Canadian players and prepare them for professional careers at […]

Qshai Darrell from the Department of Works and Engineering earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for August. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government is pleased to recognise the recipient of the August Public Service Excellence Award, Mr. Qshai Darrell of the Department of Works and Engineering. “Mr. Darrell is recognised for excellence in customer […]

Bermudian footballer Na’im Zuill made his first start for the Bolton Wanderers Under-18 team in England. The talented 15-year-old footballer was named to the starting lineup and contributed to his team’s 2-0 victory over Lincoln City at Lostock. Related Stories Willie Clemons Scores For Leiston In Cup Trott Nominated For EFL Player Of The Month […]

Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips helped Tulane University secure a victory at the Blue Gray Invitational. Phillips and his doubles partner, Alec Gaudin, initiated the match with an 8-6 win against Georgia Tech’s Richard Biagiotti and Elias Shokry. Phillips then clinched the overall win for Tulane by defeating Biagiotti in the first singles contest, winning […]

“I am pleased to provide an update this morning on the significant programming initiatives undertaken at the Office of Youth Affairs,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 12]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to provide an update […]

Teenager Zhen Swan Knights is being recognized for her “Pouches of Love” project. A spokesperson said, “While chatting with her teacher in a Math Session recently, discussing the importance of service to mankind, and exploring how Rotary has changed the lives of so many globally, 13-year-old Zhen Swan Knights came up with the idea of […]

Bermuda commercial [re]insurers incurred US$1.1 trillion in gross claims costs to policyholders and cedants globally during the nine-year period from 2016 to 2024. A BMA spokesperson said, “These costs covered large catastrophes, property and casualty losses, as well as life insurance claims for policyholders’ dividends, surrenders, maturities, annuities [including payments for financial and biometric risks], […]

“I rise today to update this Honourable House on the National Violence Reduction Strategy,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. “The National Violence Reduction Strategy is not a slogan,” the Minister said. “It is a movement to heal our communities, strengthen families, and give young people opportunities for a […]

The 2025/26 Bermuda Field Hockey season commenced with a 3-3 tie between the Budgies and Pink Robins at the National Sports Center. The match was characterized by its rapid scoring, with each goal being quickly countered by the opposing team. The Budgies established a 1-0 lead in the 10th minute with a field goal from […]

“In the wake of the horrific shooting just one city block from this Chamber, I requested that the Governor convene a meeting of the Council,” Premier David Burt said in the House of Assembly. The Premier said, “Bermuda’s Constitution makes the UK’s appointed representative, the Governor, responsible for internal security. This fact is cold comfort […]

“The Ministry of National Security, through the Department for National Drug Control [DNDC], joins communities globally in recognizing September as National Recovery Month,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 12]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, in our ongoing commitment to strengthen social programmes […]

The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation will host its “Balancing Life and Mind” conference on October 29–30, featuring 31 expert speakers. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF] is proud to announce its upcoming 2-Day Hybrid Conference, “Balancing Life and Mind: A Mental Health Conference,” scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, and Thursday, October 30, […]

“Bermuda’s presence at CARIFESTA XV demonstrated that while we are small in size, our culture is rich, resilient, and ready to take its place on the world stage,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 12]. The Minister said, “Bermuda brought a delegation of […]

Bermuda Education Network [BEN] and Allied World have expanded their partnership to provide greater support for public-school teachers. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Education Network [BEN] and Allied World have strengthened their long-standing partnership to better support the inspiring work of public-school teachers in Bermuda. Colm Singleton, Head of Allied World Bermuda, and Natalie Roberts, Deputy […]

Caitlyn Bobb finished fifth in her women’s 400 metres heat at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo today [September 14]. Bobb, competing at her first World Athletics Championships, clocked a time of 51.72sec in heat three. She finished 29th overall. Bobb won a silver medal in the 400 final at the Junior Pan American Games […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Dion Smith] In light of recent news involving Bermuda Air and their legal dispute, I want to be clear that my purpose here is not to weigh in on the legal matter itself, but to raise broader awareness around the need to support visionary initiatives especially those aimed at […]

Sunday, September 14 is expected to be rather cloudy with some sunnier spells, a few showers around, with the high to be near 29°C/85°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be […]

English coach Liam Hearn has visited Bermuda to assist the Warwick Football Academy programme during their pre-season training. Hearn, a former Grimsby Town and Mansfield Town striker, is an under-15 and under-17 coach at Sky Bet Championship side Sheffield United. “Liam comes from Sheffield United and brings a wealth of experience in coaching, player development, […]

Bermuda footballer Willie Clemons scored in Leiston’s 4-1 win at home to Hackney Wick in the second round of the FA Cup qualifying today [September 13]. Clemons netted his side’s fourth goal at the end of the first half. He was substituted in the 64th minute. Related Stories Trott Nominated For EFL Player Of The […]

Nahki Wells scored his first goal for Luton Town in a 3-2 defeat at home to ten-man Plymouth Argyle in the Sky Bet League One today [September 13]. The Bermuda striker, who joined Luton from Championship side Bristol City in the summer, netted a penalty in the 49th minute. Wells came on as a 46th-minute […]

The Corporate Income Tax Agency has launched a public consultation on the second set of proposed technical amendments to the Corporate Income Tax Act 2023, seeking stakeholder feedback from September 12 to 26. A spokesperson said, “The Corporate Income Tax Agency [CITA] has launched a public consultation to gather stakeholder feedback on the second set […]

The feasibility study for Morgan’s Point is now underway and the “updated model will allow the Company, and by extension Government, to consider a range of options for the site’s redevelopment,” Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said. Speaking in the House of Assembly, the Minister said, “I rise today to provide Honourable Members […]

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward introduced “two landmark legal reforms” in the House of Assembly – the Benefit Entities Act 2025 and the Trustee Amendment Act 2025. Minister Hayward said, “These reforms represent our bold commitment to being a jurisdiction of choice for those who believe that prosperity and purpose can, and should, […]

Netball Bermuda announced the Bermuda Longtails Senior Women’s National Team selected for the Battle of the Isles tournament, which will be held in St. Eustatius and St. Maarten from October 21st – 26th, 2025. A spokesperson said, “This tournament is momentous to get Bermuda back into the World Rankings as our last official ranking was […]

Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell spoke in the House of Assembly today [Sept 12] about laws related to tourism investment on the island, saying “a new chapter is indeed being written in tourism investment for Bermuda.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, four of the matters introduced in this Honourable […]

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne detailed Bermuda’s participation in the second Africa-CARICOM Summit, calling it “a moment of profound reclamation.” Speaking in the House of Assembly, Minister Lightbourne said, “As a Bermudian, recognizing that our African-descended community dates back to 1617, it was a moment of profound reclamation. The Summit was our opportunity to […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised “that the expected rain this weekend will likely delay paving projects across the Island.” A Government spokesperson said, “In particular, works scheduled on Middle Road in Smith’s Parish, Flatts Village, and North Shore Road are being impacted by weather conditions. “Members of the public are asked to […]

“I want to remind parents, guardians, teachers, and students that nurturing good mental health in our youth is the foundation for true success,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Good morning, Madam Acting Speaker, Today I rise to acknowledge the beginning of a new […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, September 13th. On Sunday the MOL Hestia and the Oleander container ships are expected, on Monday the Liberty of the Seas cruise ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Norwegian Aqua cruise ship and the Somers […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [September 12] include acting appointments and notification of planning applications registered. Permanent Secretary Ministry Of National Security Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0867/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 12 September, 2025 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Permanent Secretary Ministry […]