Bermuda News Updates

The Bermuda Friendly Societies Association will hold the rescheduled 22nd Annual Sportsmanship Award at Alexandrina Hall on Court Street tomorrow [August 28]. The award, which is handed to the player displaying “good sportsmanship and fair play” at the Annual Cup Match Classic, is selected by the Cup Match umpires. The event aims to “recognise and […]

The Tax Reform Commission [TRC] today released its report on policy recommendations to “reshape Bermuda’s tax system to reduce the cost of living and the cost of doing business, and to promote job creation, economic growth, social equity and healthy public finances.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, David Burt, JP, […]

An inmate being transported from the Courts to the Co-Ed Facility “became disruptive and attempted to manipulate their restraints,” and “additional officers were called to assist” and “the situation was contained.” A Government spokesman advised: “A Department of Corrections escort was transporting an inmate from the Courts to the Co-Ed Facility. During the journey, at […]

Promising young footballers from the DaRock Elite Academy are developing their skills on tour in England, training with top coaches and playing matches against academy teams. The trip has started in the north-west of England, with the young players visiting the academy of Sky Bet League One side Bolton Wanderers. “After a long day of […]

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is launching a public awareness campaign to remind property owners to routinely trim overhanging trees and hedges that extend onto the Island’s roadways. A Government spokesperson said, “Through Government and Waste Management communication platforms, the campaign will encourage residents to act now to reduce hazards and support hurricane […]

The “Trees4Scores” initiative, which links cricket and football performances to the planting of native ecosystems in Bermuda, is underway. A spokesperson said, “This year’s 5th annual Youth Climate Summit [YCS], hosted by the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI], includes ‘Trees4Scores’, a ground-breaking environmental service programme focused on restoring and preserving Bermuda’s unique biodiversity whilst promoting […]

The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is celebrating 172 students for participating in the 2025 Youth Employment Programmes this summer, an initiative designed to “bridge the gap between education and meaningful employment.” A Government spokesperson said, “The programmes, which include the Summer Employment Programme and Summer Internship Programme, are part of the Government’s ongoing efforts […]

Thursday, August 28 is expected to see sunny periods, chance of occasional showers, with the high to be near 30°C/86°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 80%. Sunrise will be at 6.51am and sunset […]

A wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. has entered into an agreement pursuant to acquire Aspen Insurance Holdings for approximately $3.5 billion. A spokesperson said, “Sompo Holdings, Inc. announced today that a wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. [“SIH”], has entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which it will […]

[Opinion column written by Kim Smith] When you look out of your window in Bermuda, the view may seem calm and beautiful. However, that beauty is in danger — from climate change, overdevelopment, plastic pollution, and weakened environmental protections. It’s easy to think that environmental issues are happening “somewhere else.” But the reality is, Bermuda […]

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Ben Smith] Young Black males in Bermuda are in crisis. There is simply no other way to put it and it’s way past time we take our heads out of the sand and face the truth. Gun violence is not a distant problem. Even if you have not had […]

Lockton has named Ryan Bond as Head of Property and Casualty [P&C] for Bermuda, where he will oversee the firm’s growing P&C client base starting September 8. A spokesperson said, “Lockton, the world’s largest independent insurance broker, has appointed Ryan Bond as Head of Property and Casualty [P&C] for Bermuda. “Ryan will report to Philip […]

Bermuda’s doubles squash teams competed in the Pan American Squash Championship in Brazil, with all three teams exiting in the Round of 16. In Men’s Doubles, the Bermudian pair of Micah Franklin and Noah Browne were defeated by Paraguay’s Damian Casarino and Francesco Marcantonio, with a final score of 11-9, 11-3. The Women’s Doubles team […]

Bermudian cyclist Conor White secured a fifth-place finish at the Cambridge Criterium, a 2.6-kilometer race held on a closed circuit in Cambridge, England. White was part of a breakaway group that worked to establish a lead over the main pack. The group maintained a gap for much of the race, but the peloton closed the […]

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a pink and blue wave abstract, offering a vibrant and modern backdrop inspired by the island’s coastal hues. 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, […]