Bermuda News Updates

August 25 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,922.67, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 22 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 21 […]

Dennico Hollis scored 46 not out in Stenhousemuir Second XI’s nine-wicket victory away to Woodfarm Second XI in the Western Cricket District Union Premiership Two in Scotland on Saturday [August 23]. Batting first, Woodfarm scored 96 all out from 30 overs, with left-arm seam bowler Hollis taking two wickets for 17 runs off seven overs. […]

Footballer Kenni Thompson created the winning goal in AFC Bournemouth Women’s 2-1 win away to Hashtag United in the FA Women’s National League South yesterday [August 24]. Winger Thompson came on as a second-half substitute and delivered a perfect cross for Kelci Bowers to fire home in the 90th minute. The victory was Bournemouth’s first […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 25] include notification of planning applications registered and acting appointments. List of Planning Applications Advertised on August 25, 2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Notification of Planning Applications Registered Notice ID: GN0821/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Planning Publication date: 25 August, 2025 The applications shown […]

Tuesday, August 26 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be at 6:50am and sunset will be at 7:51pm. High […]

ESports Bermuda Ltd. has officially launched and will host its EA FC Tournament 2025 on Saturday [Aug 30]. A spokesperson said, “ESports Bermuda Ltd., a newly established organization dedicated to advancing competitive gaming in Bermuda, is proud to announce its official launch. With a mission to grow the local esports community and create opportunities for […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour reminded the public and the business community that Bermuda’s minimum wage will increase from $16.40 to $17.13 per hour effective September 1, 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “This increase, approved on the recommendation of the Wage Commission, represents a significant step forward for Bermuda’s workers. More than 2,500 employees […]

“The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that “repainting of the steel structure of Watford Bridge will commence on Monday, 8 September 2025, weather permitting.” A Government spokesperson said, “This project follows a survey carried out in 2024 by engineers, which recommended cleaning and repainting the steel beams to preserve the bridge’s structural integrity. […]

The “estimated value of work put in place during the first quarter reached $66.8 million, the highest quarterly value of construction since Q1 2019,” the government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to report that Bermuda’s construction sector continues its strong rebound, driving economic growth and fostering […]

This weekend, as part of CARIFESTA XV in Barbados, the “Country Night – Bermuda” event was held, showcasing a vibrant celebration of island music, dance, and cultural artistry. A spokesperson previously said, “Bermuda is set to make a vibrant mark at the Caribbean’s premier arts and culture festival, CARIFESTA XV, taking place in Barbados from […]

Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC] has installed a second state-of-the-art GE Senographe Pristina 3D mammography machine. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC], an independent nonprofit medical facility, is proud to announce the installation of a second state-of-the-art GE Senographe Pristina 3D mammography machine. This new machine strengthens the Centre’s ability to […]

[Column written by Iesha Musson] When headlines and social media are dominated by negativity and instigating division for “likes” and to grab your attention, it can be easy to miss the quiet, steady progress being made. We know that we aren’t where we need to be as a people. Too many are still struggling to […]

[Column written by John Seymour] Bermuda’s Black man is still here, still capable, still brilliant The story of the Black man in Bermuda is one marked by endurance, pride, and contribution, but increasingly, it is also one of decline, despair, and erasure. We stand on the shoulders of ancestors who survived slavery, fought for civil […]

The Bermuda Basketball Association hosted a 3×3 event with five men’s teams competing, where Raptors V2 went undefeated to claim the championship title. A spokesperson said, “Due to poor registration numbers, the BBA only held a Male Open category last night at the 3×3 event. There were 5 teams competing for the cash prize. Raptors […]

Bermudian sailor Sebastian Kempe is in second place overall after the opening day of racing at the ILCA Under-21 World Championship in Ireland. Competing in Dublin Bay, Kempe showed strong consistency in the ILCA 7 Class, securing a third-place finish in the first race followed by a second-place finish in the second. His performance places […]

Bermudian football player Andrew Armstrong scored a goal for the No. 12 ranked University of Dayton men’s soccer team as they recorded a 4-0 shutout victory over No. 20 Western Michigan. Armstrong, who led his team with five shots in the match, found the back of the net in the 58th minute. Dayton dominated the […]

Bermudian footballers and coaches saw a range of results in recent league action for their respective clubs in England and the United States. In England’s FA Women’s Premier League Premier Division North, Kenni Thompson provided a match-winning assist for Bournemouth Women’s FC. With the game scoreless, Thompson delivered a cross in the 90th minute that […]

Bermudian middle-distance runner Dage Minors captured a second-place finish in the elite men’s 1000-meter race at the Tonypandy Track Classic in Wales. Competing at the King George VI Athletics Track, Minors recorded a time of 2:23.20. He finished just behind race winner Jack Organ, who crossed the line in a time of 2:22.63. Related Stories […]

The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club’s Contest III was crowned the overall champion of the Fitted Dinghy Racing season, which concluded in St. George’s Harbour. Following a season of races, Contest III secured the title ahead of Challenger II from the Sandys Boat Club, which finished as the runner-up. The Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club’s Elizabeth […]

The Bermuda Women’s National Squash team was defeated by the United States in their opening team match at the XXVI Pan American Squash Championship in Brazil. In the first match, Bermuda’s Abigail Brewer fell to Caroline Fouts of the USA in three games [11-0, 11-3, 11-1]. The match lasted 16 minutes. Rachel Barnes was next […]

[Updated] A collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar occurred near the junction of Harrington Hundreds Road and Knapton Hill this evening [Aug 24]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar near the junction of Harrington Hundreds Road and Knapton Hill. “As a result, […]

The Bermuda Community Outreach Foundation [BCOF] held its second annual Back-to-School Giveaway this weekend at Death Valley Playground in Southampton. Related Stories Photos: CPA Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway Photos: Bermuda’s Students Go Back To School Video: Victor Scott School’s “Level Up” Gombey Celebration & Back To School Party Photos: 1st Day Of School At Northlands Primary […]

Monday, August 25 is expected to see sunny intervals with a possible passing shower or two, with the high to be near 30°C/86°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 78%. Sunrise will be at […]

Premier David Burt and some of the Cabinet Ministers hosted a session to discuss the risks that social media can pose to children. A Government spokesperson said, “Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, hosted a Chat & Chew session focused on the risks social media poses to children. The Minister of Health, the Hon. […]

[Column written by Chris Famous] A few days ago, the following question was posed in a Whatsapp chatgroup. “Do Caribbean people see themselves as African?” Let us drill down on it a bit. We are Caribbean peoples. Which by definition means many/most of us are here in or from the region because untold numbers of […]

Warwick Workman’s Club have defeated Somerset Bridge in the Western County Cup at White Hill Field, claiming a thrilling 11-run victory in a rain-affected match. Warwick Workman’s Club Inning ..02 [14] Luke Horan c Adrian Burrows b Khymai Richards ..04 [13] Malachi Jones Run Out ..29 [38] Zeri Tomlinson LBW Allan Douglas ..00 [02] Tre […]

The Bermuda junior golf team has finished in third place at the North America Cup tournament in Aurora, Canada. The team concluded the three-day international match play event with a final total of 21.5 points. Team Mexico won the championship with 55 points, while Team Canada secured second place with 22.5 points. On the final […]