Bermuda News Updates

Kiwon Waldron was in action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, participating in two races across trot and pace class events. Waldron’s first race of the night was race 2, a trot class event. Driving Flat Out Foxy, Waldron and the horse crossed the finish line in 6th place, clocking a time of 1 minute […]

A sex offender who was sentenced to 13 years in prison has had his appeal turned down. The ruling said, “Maleke Martin, the appellant in this case, [“the Appellant”] was convicted on 9 December 2022 of three charges, two being the sexual exploitation of a young person by a person in a position of trust, […]

Cyclist Kaden Hopkins finished 27th in the first stage of the 35th edition of the 6 Days of Crédit Agricole in Guadeloupe yesterday [April 4]. The race covered just over 121 kilometres, setting the stage for a week of intense competition. The opening stage between Morne-à-l’Eau and Port-Louis was won by Damien Urcel [Team Madras […]

The court has turned down a request to reopen an appeal from LeVeck Roberts, who was convicted of a double murder and sentenced to life imprisonment with a 25-year minimum term. The ruling said, “On 6 April 2015, the Applicant was convicted of the premeditated murder of Rico Furbert and Haile Outerbridge contrary to section […]

Adam Hall’s Nashville Sounds were defeated 2-1 by the Gwinnett Stripers in Minor League Baseball at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, Georgia, yesterday [April 4]. The scoring finally began in the top of the tenth inning when the Sounds took a 1-0 lead. However, the Stripers responded immediately in the bottom of the tenth. At the […]

Massassi Maxwell-Smith concluded her participation at the Davidson Relays, competing alongside her Coker University track and field teammates. Maxwell-Smith’s focus at the meet was on the women’s long jump event. She recorded a final distance of 5.05 meters, which is equivalent to 16 feet 6.82 inches. This jump placed her in 13th position in the […]

[Column written by Glenn Fubler] Open Letter to U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer Greeting Prime Minister Starmer, Please be urged today to use your Office to facilitate an immediate resumption of the Ceasefire in Gaza. This, to end the continued inhumane devastation being visited on those people – especially the children. Based on available surveys, a […]

The BEDC celebrated the graduation of their latest Enterprise Bermuda Incubator cohort, with Janee Pitt, Lornette Furbert, Razia Billoo, Micah, Dana Selassie, Rhea Gibbons, Kendal Trott, Keile Rabain, and Marcus Rewan all completing the program. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] proudly celebrated the graduation of the 6th […]

Ryan Outerbridge of the Franklin Pierce Men’s Track and Field team has been honoured as the Northeast-10 [NE10] Track Athlete of the Week, following his outstanding performance in the first week of the outdoor track and field season. Outerbridge’s recognition comes after his impressive showing at the SNHU Spring Invite this past weekend. He competed […]

Oliver Betschart claimed the title in the Blue Championship Division in the Cedarberry Bowl at the Belmont Hills Golf Course yesterday [April 4]. He carded a final round of one-over par 71 for a total score of 12-over par. Betschart’s final round consisted of three birdies and four bogeys. Arman Newton was runner-up, finishing the […]

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, April 5th. On Saturday the MSC Explorer cruise ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Navigator cruise ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Nieuw Statendam and the Norwegian Jewel cruise ships […]

Bermudian footballer Logan Jiménez continued his superb form after scoring twice for Hibernian Under-18 in a 7-2 home win over Kilmarnock Under-18 yesterday [April 4]. The Bermuda Under-17 captain, who recently signed his first professional contract with the Scottish club, has netted eight goals in four games since moving from winger to striker. Jiménez has […]

AM Best affirms Lion Reinsurance’s A [Excellent] rating with a stable outlook, citing its strong balance sheet, performance, and strategic role. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] of Lion Reinsurance Company Limited [Lion Re] [Bermuda]. The outlook […]

April 4 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,563.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 52 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [April 4] include appointments , boards appointments, notification of planning applications registered and cancellation of registration. Appointment Of Childrens Officers Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Appointments Notice ID: GN0353/2025 Public Authorities / Department: Youth, Social Development and Seniors Publication date: 04 April, 2025 Appointment Of Childrens […]

After a period of disruption due to inclement weather, the Bermuda softball league returned to action at the Michael Preece Softball Diamond, delivering a night of exciting games. Bad News Beers Edge Out Killawhat The opening game of the night saw a close contest between Bad News Beers and Killawhat, with Bad News Beers ultimately […]

Kiwon Waldron had another busy night at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, participating in three qualifying races, all in the pace class category. Waldron’s evening began with race 3. He drove Six Sticks Of Gum, and the pair crossed the finish line in 7th place, clocking a time of 2 minutes and 1 second. In […]

HSBC Bermuda has issued a warning about scammers attempting to “trick the public through phone calls.” A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda reminds the public to stay vigilant in the presence of attempts by scammers to trick the public through phone calls [otherwise known as vishing]. “The caller falsely claims to be HSBC staff, alleging that […]

A motorcycle rider was transported to hospital with injuries after a collision with a car yesterday [April 3] in Hamilton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 8.00am on Thursday, April 3, 2025, police attended a two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar at the junction of North Shore Road with […]

The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will host its 2025 Main Events, including the AGM & Luncheon on April 24 and the Budget Breakfast on May 5. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 2025 Main Events, set to bring together key business leaders, stakeholders, and professionals for […]