Bermuda News Updates

To quickly grasp the 2025 Budget delivered by Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt in the House of Assembly today [May 2], check out the charts extracted from the Budget below. For comparison’s sake, charts from the 2024 Budget are here, charts from the 2023 Budget are here, charts from the 2022 Budget are here, charts from the 2021 […]

The police held a press conference today to provide information on the tragic shooting last night that resulted in the death of two people — a male and a female — with the police saying that it is believed the suspects fired “indiscriminately at those inside of the club.” The police confirmed the female victim […]

This morning [May 2], Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt delivered the 2025 Budget in the House of Assembly, which details Government’s financial plans for the upcoming fiscal year. A copy of the full Budget statement is below, you can view our live blog on the Budget here, all our coverage of the 2025 […]

Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt is delivering the 2025 Budget in the House of Assembly this morning [May 2]. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Your screen will automatically refresh with the latest updates: Related Stories Premier To Deliver Budget Statement On Friday […]

The National Sports Center played host to the Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] and the Department of Sport and Recreation cricket event, which featured four boys teams and three girls teams showcasing their talent. A combined Mount Saint Agnes Academy [MSA] and Bermuda Institute [BI] team emerged victorious in the Senior School Super 8s boy’s cricket […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Athene Life Re is once again sponsoring the Convex End-to-End Fun Walk & Cycle, returning for its fourth year tomorrow [May 3]. The three-mile event begins at 2pm, starting at Beacon Hill in Somerset and ending at Dockyard. The Fun Walk & Cycle offers an opportunity for families, students, seniors, and […]

[Written by Jean-Pierre Rouja] The first half of the 2024/25 Cahow [Bermuda Petrel] nesting season on Nonsuch Island has proven to be one of the most dramatic and instructive in recent years. Thanks to Chief Terrestrial Conservation Officer / Nonsuch Island Warden Jeremy Madeiros’s ongoing management efforts supported by myself, Nonsuch Expeditions founder & CahowCam […]

Bermudian tennis player Airez Gilbert-Simons and her Johnson C. Smith University team-mates have enjoyed an impressive season after finishing runners-up in the recent Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Championships in North Carolina. The Charlotte-based university lost 4-0 to seven-times winners Shaw University in Raleigh in the final. Johnson C. Smith secured their place final after wins […]

Cody Rego has commenced his participation in the Sentower Park – Easter Tour Week 3 in Opglabbeek, Belgium. Rego entered the CSI1* 1m30 – Table A against the clock International Horse Class, riding his horse Berenice Della Caccia. In a competitive field of 64 entries, the pair finished in 45th position. Rego and Berenice Della […]

The Bermuda Softball League continued its season at the Michael Preece Softball Diamond with a double header that saw a total of 58 runs scored. The opening match saw Fundamental Standpoints emerge victorious over the Bad News Beers with an 11-4 scoreline. Dylan Somerville was the offensive powerhouse for Fundamental Standpoints, achieving a perfect 3 […]

The Bank of Butterfield repurchased for cancellation 415,746 common shares at an average price of $37.76 per share in April 2025. The filing with the BSX stated, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited informs the Bermuda Stock Exchange that pursuant to Regulation 6.44 of the Bermuda Stock Exchange Listing Regulations, the company repurchased […]

Cameron Basden, representing Barry University Men’s Track & Field, showcased his athleticism at the St. Thomas University Outdoor Meet in Miami, earning a silver medal in the men’s long jump event. Basden first took to the track in the men’s 100m dash. Running in heat three, he clocked a time of 11.21 seconds, finishing third […]

A man was arrested for “use of threatening words or gestures and carrying offensive weapons without lawful authority” after an incident at a residence on Happy Valley Road, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:30pm on the Thursday, May 1, 2025, officers carrying out inquiries, attended a residence on Happy Valley Road, […]

The Corporation of St. George’s has released its May newsletter, spotlighting Heritage Month events, community news, and local milestones under the theme “The Future is Now.” A spokesperson said, “The Corporation of St. George’s is pleased to announce the release of the May 2025 edition of the town newsletter. This month’s issue offers a rich […]

Tomorrow [May 2], Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt will deliver the Budget Statement. A Government spokesperson said, “Tomorrow, [May 2], the Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, will deliver the Budget Statement in support of the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. “The […]

The Economic Development Department and PrivCom will hold a free webinar on May 6 to introduce the PINK Sandbox. A Government spokesperson said, “The Economic Development Department [EDD], in collaboration with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda [PrivCom], is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, 6 May 2025, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM to introduce the […]

The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF] announced the 3rd Annual Steps to Mental Wellness 5K Walk and first ever Wellness Fair, taking place on Saturday, October 11, at the Botanical Gardens. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF], proudly powered by CG Insurance and Zest Wellness, is thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual […]

OBA MP Robert King recently hosted his second monthly Lunch & Tea for Seniors, a growing initiative designed to connect and empower Bermuda’s senior citizens. An OBA spokesperson said, “Shadow Minister of National Security, the Cabinet Office, and Digital Innovation, and MP for Smith’s North, Robert King, recently hosted his second monthly Lunch & Tea […]

Minister of Health Kim Wilson has officially launched the Mental Health Anti-Stigma Campaign today [May 1]. Minister Wilson’s remarks: Good morning, everyone. It is an honour to stand with you today to officially launch Mental Health Anti-Stigma Month, beginning this May 1st, 2025, a month dedicated to opening minds, shifting narratives, and bringing mental health […]

The deadline for applications for the annual Public Service Bursary Awards has been extended to Friday, May 9. A Government spokesperson said, “The deadline has been extended to May 9, 2025, for persons to apply for the annual Public Service Bursary Awards. “The Bursary Awards are Government’s commitment to supporting the educational and career aspirations of […]

BermudAir and Explore Charleston will host Marina Nights on Friday [May 2], from 5.00pm to 10.00pm at the 1609 Marina Bar at Hamilton Princess, celebrating the partnership between Bermuda and Charleston. A spokesperson said, “We’re excited to share that Explore Charleston and Charleston International Airport Authority [CHS] officials are in Bermuda this week to continue […]

The Bermuda football team will match up against the Cayman Islands on June 4th and Cuba on June 10th. A spokesperson said, “Concacaf has confirmed the schedule for the region’s men’s World Cup Qualifying matches taking place during the FIFA Match Window of June 2025. “The Road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 for Concacaf […]

The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] invites the public to their 2025 Road Safety Week Open Event on Monday, May 5th, from 12.00pm to 2.00pm at City Hall. Chairman of the Bermuda Road Safety Council Altonio Roberts said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council [BRSC] is pleased to invite the public to our 2025 Road Safety […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [May 1] include appointments, acting appointments, cancellation of registration, striking off and notice of intended marriage. Bermuda Economic Development Corporation – Amendment To GNO318/2025 Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0443/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Ministry Level Publication date: 01 May, 2025 Amended Notice […]

Friday, May 2 is expected to see cloudy start with a possible shower, then dry and sunny, with the high to be near 23°C/73°F and the low to be near 19°C/67°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 77%. Sunrise will be […]