Bermuda News Updates

The recently announced People’s Independent Coalition is a ‘not a party,’ Rolfe Commissiong said, adding that ”our doors are open to one and all who wish to be apart of this coalition for change.” Mr Commissiong told Bernews, “Certainly, I am very proud of the work and dedication exemplified by the group of independent candidates from […]

Dimitri Gontcharov has claimed the Bermuda Chess Championship title, capping years of dedication and international representation. A spokesperson said, “Dimitri Gontcharov, who graduated this week from the BHS, has won the 2025 Bermuda Chess Championship. The national tournament concluded on June 17 after seven rounds, with 30 players competing. “Dimitri, 18, began playing chess at the […]

Montverde Academy’s Miles Outerbridge was named to the Orlando Sentinel All-Area Team after a stellar sprint season with multiple wins and personal bests. A spokesperson said, “Montverde Academy sprinter Miles Outerbridge has been named to the Orlando Sentinel All-Area Team for boys track & field following a season filled with victories, personal bests, and consistent […]

Bermuda and Jamaica will go head-to-head in Fight Night Champion on June 28, at Dockyard’s Victualling Yard, featuring top-tier boxing and kickboxing matchups. A spokesperson said, “A night of explosive action and national pride is coming to Bermuda on June 28, 2025, as Epic Entertainment presents Fight Night Champion, an electrifying international boxing and kickboxing […]

The third presentation of the Eunice Sharpe Memorial Award took place at Francis Patton School, with graduate Rudy Brianna Puhekker receiving the honour. A spokesperson said, “The third presentation of the Eunice Sharpe Memorial Award occurred Wednesday evening during the closing ceremony at Francis Patton School. “Decorated in the school colours of red, blue, and […]

All flags on City properties will be flown at half-mast today in honor of former Councilor Lawrence “Larry” Scott, as a tribute on the day of his funeral A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that all flags on City properties will be flown at half-mast today, from sunrise to sunset, in honor of former Councilor […]

Entry opens on June 20 for the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, which will mark 120 years of the race. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee is proud to announce that entry opens Friday June 20, 2025 at 1300 EDT, for the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, one year prior to the start on Friday […]

The Bermuda under 23 summer league continued with a double-header at BAA Field, featuring two closely contested matches. PHC Zebras defeated Somerset Eagles 2-1 in a group A fixture. Zakiyah Lee opened the scoring for PHC in the 22nd minute. Harlem Bean-Fox extended PHC’s lead in the second minute of first-half stoppage time. Somerset Eagles’ […]

Minister of Public Works and Environment, Jache Adams, returned from the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference [UNOC] in Nice, France, last week, where he “led a high-level delegation that reaffirmed the Island’s commitment to ocean sustainability and international collaboration.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister was joined by Dr. Tammy Warren, who attended as a […]

[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Lindsay Simmons] If you’ve driven across the island, you’ve probably notiiced fewer potholes, smoother roads, and the crews are out and about. After several frustrating years real, visible progress can be seen on our roads. From potholes to paving, from equipment upgrades to budget increases, we are not only […]

Nathan Trott and his FC Copenhagen team-mates have learned who they will meet in their quest to reach the Uefa Champions League group stage. The Danish champions will enter the tournament in the second qualifying round, where they have been drawn to face the winner of the first-round match between FC Drita [Kosovo] and FC […]

Panam Sports has agreed on the 36 sports to be part of the sports programme of the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru, in 2027. For the first time in history, cricket will be part of the event. The decision was made by the Panam Sports executive board, which considered the preferences of the 41 […]

Adam Hall’s Nashville Sounds were defeated 5-4 at home to the Iowa Cubs in Minor League Baseball yesterday [June 18]. Bermudian Hall was rested for the match. The Sounds are the Triple-A affiliate of the Major League Baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers, where Hall spent part of the pre-season. Nashville face Iowa again today. Related […]

Nahki Wells’s Bristol City have appointed Gerhard Struber as the club’s new head coach on a three-year contract until 2028. The Austrian joins the Sky Bet Championship side after most recently managing FC Köln in Germany and will link up with the squad when they return for pre-season training next week. Bristol City chairman Jon […]

Sergio Goater has been appointed as head coach of First Division side Robin Hood. Goater previously coached Hamilton Parish, leading them to promotion in the 2021-22 season, clinching the title without losing a match. He also served as the Bermuda Under-23 assistant coach at the Island Games in Guernsey, the Channel Islands, in 2023. “Sergio […]

Support Public Schools, Bermuda [SPS.bm] has delivered more than $43,000 worth of school and office supplies to Bermuda’s public schools. A spokesperson said, “On June 18th and 19th, thanks to the generous contributions of supporters, the SPS.bm team delivered $18,150 worth of new school supplies. In addition, approximately $25,000 in good quality second-hand office supplies […]

Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams and Minister of Health Kim Wilson held a press conference to provide an update on the Mangrove Bay Clinic. Minister Jache Adams said, “Good afternoon Minister Wilson, colleagues, and members of the media, Thank you for joining us here in Somerset as we mark an important moment for […]

The Bermuda Softball League playoffs commenced at the Michael Preece Softball Diamond with the Paraquet Flyers defeating the Kings 26-20 in the opening fixture. Paraquet’s Manuel Herrera went 4 for 5, including two home runs, and recorded six RBIs. For the Kings, Heath Khin went 4 for 5 with five RBIs. Subscribe To Bernews Free […]

Bermuda swimmers will compete in the 2025 Planet Swim Summer Championships in Florida from June 20–22. A spokesperson said, “Team Bermuda will proudly represent the island at the 2025 Planet Swim Summer Championships from June 20–22 at the Planet Swim & Tennis Club in Ponte Vedra, Florida. The event, held in a 50-meter Olympic-standard pool, […]

Kiwon Waldron was in action for a two-race card at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana last night. Waldron’s evening began in race 1 [trot class], where he guided Mclady Of Hearts. The pair finished in fourth place, stopping the clock in 1 minute, 54 and three-fifths of a second [1:54.3]. Later in the night, Waldron […]

June 18 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,832.68, 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: June 17 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 13 […]