Bermuda News Updates

Local fencer Donald Treanor claimed two medals at the recent Thin Mint Open at the Iowa City Fencing Centre in Iowa. Treanor won bronze in foil and épée weapons. “I used this as a warm-up and to test how my recovery from an injury is doing,” Treanor told Bernews. “I have a regional event coming […]

Motorcycle racer Jediah Cumbermack has reflected on his impressive performances racing at Donington Park in Leicestershire at the weekend. Cumbermack, who represents the British development team Rokit Rookies in the AJN Steelstock Limited Kawasaki British Superteen Championship, finished race one in tenth and race two in sixth position. The championship is open to riders aged […]

Scotland’s Jason Hendrie has been appointed the Bermuda rugby union team head coach on a three-year contract. The 39-year-old, a former Selkirk first XV and A-team centre or winger, has been rugby development officer at Dalkeith since 2023. He previously spent four years as head coach at the Midlothian club, and more recently joined Arnold […]

Kenni Thompson’s assist in AFC Bournemouth Women’s 2-1 victory away to Hashtag United Women in the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division last month has been voted the team’s Moment of the Month. Winger Thompson came on as a second-half substitute against Hashtag and delivered a perfect cross for Kelci Bowers to fire home […]

The Bermuda Public School System [BPSS] is “enforcing its mobile phone and personal device policy more rigorously” to support “student learning and overall well-being.” In a letter to parents and guardians, Minister of Education, Senator Crystal Caesar, said, “The Bermuda Public School System [BPSS] remains committed to strengthening both student learning and overall well-being. One […]

Education Minister Crystal Caesar and Commissioner of Education Kalmar Richards welcomed students, parents, and educators for the start of the new academic year, emphasizing stability while continuing Bermuda’s education transformation. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education welcomed back students, parents, and educators across the island for the start of the new academic year. […]

The Bermuda Chess Association has received a EUR 5,000 [$5860] grant from the FIDE Planning & Development Commission. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chess Association has announced a significant boost in its efforts to promote chess education across the island, receiving a EUR 5,000 grant from the FIDE Planning & Development Commission [PDC]. “This funding […]

[Column written by Mary Ewles] The average person breathes 12-20 times every minute, more than 25,000 times a day. That’s over 670 million breaths in an average lifetime. For most, it’s automatic, invisible, effortless. But for thousands of people in Bermuda living with asthma, COPD [Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, like emphysema and chronic bronchitis] or […]

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources announced that Shark Country, a film featuring legendary Bermudian ocean explorer Teddy Tucker, is now available on WaterBear, a global streaming platform dedicated to environmental issues. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is proud to announce that the film “Shark Country,” featuring legendary […]

Evolution Healing Centre has launched an extended stroke rehabilitation survey in collaboration with BHB and community partners, running until October 31. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is taking significant strides towards enhancing stroke rehabilitation by launching an extension of the important survey, which aims to gather vital insights from those who have experienced a stroke. Running […]

Bermudian stylist Shiona Turini collected her Emmy this week, winning “Outstanding Costumes for Variety, Nonfiction or Reality Programming” for her work with Beyoncé at the 77th Creative Arts Emmy Awards held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Outstanding Costumes For Variety, Nonfiction Or Reality Programming: Beyoncé Bowl • Netflix • Jesse Collins Entertainment and […]

The Bermuda Volleyball Association has confirmed that Kyle Hamilton and Sean Tucker will represent Bermuda at the eighth stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour, taking place September 12–14 in San Salvador, El Salvador. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] is proud to announce its continued participation at the North America, Central America, […]

The Continental Bowling League’s 2025/26 season has gotten underway at Warwick Lanes, with a number of teams starting their campaigns. The Invaders delivered a dominant performance, securing a 24-3 victory over New Hope in the opening week of the season. In other matchups, the Nifty Rollers defeated the Under Dawgs 18.5-8.5, and the Astronauts topped […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series showcases Bermuda’s 441 area code with a bold, ocean-inspired theme. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download […]

The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda [NAB] has launched a comprehensive donor toolkit to help funders, corporate giving committees, and philanthropic individuals incorporate national certification and accreditation into their funding decisions. A spokesperson said, “The Accreditation and Certification Donor Toolkit—already shared with NAB’s donors— offers clear and practical guidance on how these designations can be used […]

September 9 saw 1,400 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $23,450.00 BD. 1,400 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 0.1% at $16.75 per share. The BSX finished at 2,757.33, down 0.10 on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 49 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]

One person has been injured in a shooting in the Devon Springs Road, the police have confirmed. Speaking at a press briefing, the police said, “Around 12:50am on Wednesday, September 10th 2025, Police and emergency service personnel were dispatched to a report of gunshots at a private residence in Devon Springs Road, Devonshire. “Upon arrival, […]

“Each year, Bermuda loses an average of three to five lives to death by suicide,” the Ministry of Health said as they recognized Suicide Prevention Month and World Suicide Prevention Day. A Government spokesperson said, “This September, the Ministry of Health joins the global community in solemn recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, and in observance […]

Acting Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Jache Adams officially welcomed the ‘Brilliant Lady’ cruise ship during its inaugural call at Heritage Wharf. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon. Jache Adams JP, MP, Acting Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, officially welcomed Virgin Voyages’ newest ship, ‘Brilliant Lady’, during her inaugural […]

Premier David Burt and his wife Kristin marked the start of the new school year with visits to Dellwood Middle School and Northlands Primary School. Premier Burt said: “Like many parents across Bermuda, I felt both pride and excitement today as my daughter Nia began her first day at Dellwood Middle School and my son […]