Bermuda News Updates

Two of Bermuda’s police officers have joined an international cybercrime forum in Brazil.
The Bermuda Police Service said it worked “closely” with international partners to “prevent and detect cybercr…

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DeSilva-Andrade Wins First Paralympic Match

August 29, 2024

[Written by Stephen Wright] Yushae DeSilva-Andrade achieved a milestone in her boccia career after winning her first-ever match at the Paralympic Games today [August 29]. DeSilva-Andrade, who lost both her matches at her debut Paralympics in Rio in 2016, made a winning start to her Paris 2024 campaign after defeating Kinga Koza, of Poland, 4-1 […]

News / Royal Gazette

Women’s charity launches housing survey

August 29, 2024

The Women’s Resource Centre has launched a survey to help guide a campaign aimed at addressing housing insecurity on the island.
It said that in recent months the charity had received a “sharp increas…

Safeguarding initiative adds to legacy of former BOA president Judy Simons

August 29, 2024

The Commonwealth Games Federation has introduced a new safeguarding initiative named after former Bermuda Olympic Association president Judy Simons.
In announcing “Judy’s Legacy”, the Commonwealth Gam…

Government / Official Gazette

List of Proposed Planning Applications Advertised on August 29th, 2024

August 29, 2024

The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal (https://planningenergov.gov.bm/EnerGov_Prod/SelfService#/home), or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, 5th Floor, Dame Lois Browne Evans Building, 58 Court Street, Hamilton HM 12. Any person wishing to object must do so within 14 days of the date advertised.

Government / Official Gazette

APPOINTMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL

August 29, 2024

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. _______ APPOINTMENT OF ATTORNEY GENERAL

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Women’s Resource Centre Housing Campaign

August 29, 2024

The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] recently launched a comprehensive Housing Advocacy Campaign to highlight the critical issue of housing insecurity in Bermuda, with a particular focus on the challenges faced by women and single-income families. A spokesperson said, “In alignment with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which recognizes housing as a fundamental human right, […]

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade wins first game at Paralympics

August 29, 2024

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade, one of Bermuda’s big medal hopes at the Paralympics, made a perfect start to her campaign when winning her first pool match this afternoon.
The Bermudian, who is ranked third i…

News / Royal Gazette

Public prosecutions director is acting Attorney-General

August 29, 2024

The Director of Public Prosecutions has been appointed as acting Attorney-General until a permanent replacement — from the private sector — is appointed next month.
Cindy Clarke’s posting was confirme…

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Conyers Proud To Sponsor Bermuda Pride

August 29, 2024

Conyers said they are “proud to announce its sponsorship of Bermuda Pride 2024, taking place from 28 August to 1 September 2024. As a silver sponsor, Conyers is proud to be among those celebrating and furthering the conversation around equity, inclusion, and belonging for all.” Christian Luthi, Director and Chairman, said, “Conyers is dedicated to supporting […]

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Column: Robinson On Policies, Vision & More

August 29, 2024

[Opinion column written by OBA’s Dwayne Robinson] The people of Bermuda have endured a front row seat as the government unravels. The signs are all there with Cabinet resignations, existing Ministers being forced to double up, a delayed candidate selection for the upcoming by-election, a resigned Deputy Leader desperately trying to change the conversation from […]

Enstar subsidiary closes deal

August 29, 2024

Bermudian-based Enstar Group Ltd has completed the previously announced transaction between one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries with Insurance Australia Ltd, on behalf of Insurance Australia Group, f…

Student entrepreneurs mark graduation with ceremony

August 29, 2024

Six aspiring entrepreneurs have been awarded certificates at a graduation ceremony for the seventh cohort of the annual Summer Student Entrepreneur Programme presented by the Bermuda Economic Developm…

AM Best affirms ratings of Axis Capital and its subsidiaries

August 29, 2024

AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit ratings of “a+” (Excellent) of the operating subsidiaries of Bermudian-based Axis Capital Holdings L…

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Several Changes Made To Bermuda Cabinet

August 29, 2024

A number of changes have been made in the Cabinet, with Minister Kim Wilson relinquishing the responsibilities of Attorney-General, and Cindy Clarke taking over the role, with the government noting that “this interim appointment is made prior to an identified political appointee assuming the post of Attorney-General.” Also in the interim, Minister Walter Roban will take on […]

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Kamau Leverock Joins Gujrat In Indian League

August 29, 2024

Top Bermudian cricketer Kamau Leverock has been drafted by the Gujrat franchise in the Indian Legends League Cricket. The talented all-rounder, who scored a century in Somerset’s recent win over St George’s in Cup Match, was picked for a price of 10.89 Lahk [$13,000] and will join the likes of former international stars Chris Gayle, […]

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Hopkins Finishes 49th In Guadeloupe Stage 5

August 29, 2024

Kaden Hopkins and his Vendee U cycling teammates were back in action competing in stage five of the 73rd Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe in France. Hopkins finished the 158.9km road race in 49th place, clocking a time of 3 hours 43 minutes, and 23 seconds. Related Stories White Competes In Houffa Gravel Fondo […]

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Tourism minister comes forward as contender for C15

August 29, 2024

A Cabinet minister and senator was announced today as a candidate for Pembroke East — a seat to be vacated upon the retirement of the Deputy Premier.
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Culture and…

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PLP Announce Owen Darrell As C15 Candidate

August 29, 2024

[Updated] The Progressive Labour Party [PLP] is holding a press conference this morning [August 29] to announce a candidate. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The PLP has announced that Owen Darrell will be their candidate for constituency 15, the seat is currently held […]

Watch: Kamau Leverock earns lucrative contract for Legends League Cricket

August 29, 2024

Bermudian cricketer Kamau Leverock will play alongside West Indies legend Chris Gayle after earning a contract to play in the Legends of Cricket League.
Leverock was the ninth pick for the Gujurat fra…

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Adam Hall & Biloxi Shuckers Fall To Montgomery

August 29, 2024

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall had another multi-hit game, going 2-for-5, but his Biloxi Shuckers fell to the Montgomery Biscuits 11-3 in their series opener at Keesler Federal Park. Hall’s performance included a key RBI single that also led to a second run scoring on an errant throw, momentarily closing the gap to 7-3. Despite […]

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U.S. SailGP Team Kicks Off Pre-Season Camp

August 29, 2024

The U.S. SailGP Team kicked off SailGP’s first pre-season camp in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The US was the first of four teams to hit the water Sunday. “The team is using a league-provided F50 and will primarily train using the newly designed T-Foils slated to roll out league wide for the 24/25 season.” “This […]

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Lockton Re Appoints Kristopher Lynn

August 29, 2024

Lockton Re announced that Kristopher Lynn joined as a Senior Broker and Practice Leader for Agriculture, bringing nearly 20 years of industry experience to their Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Lockton Re, the reinsurance business of the world’s largest privately held independent insurance broker, is pleased to announce that Kristopher Lynn has joined Lockton Re […]

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Stationery Store Partners With Nico Bean

August 29, 2024

The Stationery Store partnered with 15-year-old local artist Nico Bean to launch a new collection of custom notebooks just in time for the back-to-school season. A spokesperson said, “As students gear up for the new school year, the Stationery Store is excited to announce a special partnership with 15-year-old local artist Nico Bean on his […]

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade begins chase for medal in Paris

August 29, 2024

Yushae DeSilva-Andrade heads into action at her second Paralympic Games full of excitement.
DeSilva-Andrade heads into her first Boccia game at 1pm Bermuda time on Thursday and she has been preparing …

Bermuda eyeing beach volleyball World Championships slot

August 29, 2024

Bermuda are in St Kitts & Nevis for the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association Under-21 Beach Volleyball Championships as they chase qualification for next year’s World Championships for the age…

Team Hurricane Basketball Academy building on success

August 29, 2024

Doug Reed, founder and head coach of the Team Hurricane Basketball Academy, is looking forward to offering more elite opportunities to help student- athletes achieve their goals both on and off the co…

Trott returns to action after lengthy lay-off

August 29, 2024

Charles Trott, whose season appeared over when he suffered a recurrent broken metatarsal bone in his left foot, is back playing in the Athene T20 for Willow Cuts.
The Bermuda all-rounder picked up the…

Bermudian enjoying life in the Azores

August 29, 2024

Nancy Gosling is part a growing number of Bermudians investing in property in the Azores.

She and her husband, who is from the Azores, started visiting when they married 14 years ago, and decided to …

ISACs in Bermuda: an innovative option for business owners

August 29, 2024

August 28, 2024

Jessica Lewis and Yushae DeSilva-Andrade represented Bermuda with pride at the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Paris today [August 28]. The groundbreaking event was held outside the confines of a traditional stadium on the iconic Place de la Concorde and Champs-Elysees, featuring more than 4,000 athletes from 168 delegations. Lewis, the island’s most […]

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Students Graduate From Entrepreneur Program

August 28, 2024

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] celebrated the graduation of its 7th annual Summer Student Entrepreneur Program [SSEP] with six students — Nylan Tyrrell, Arhyiah Tatem, Tie’asia Allen, Roqué Roberts, Ethan Kessell, and Aniyah Paige-Paiva — receiving their certificates. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] recently celebrated the graduation of its 7th Annual […]

David White to become new head of aviation at Axis

August 28, 2024

David White is to become head of Aviation, Axis Global Markets, on October 1.
Mr White will succeed Terry Wood, who has decided to retire at the end of September.
One of Axis’ earliest team members, t…

Kristopher Lynn to lead Lockton’s agriculture practice

August 28, 2024

Kristopher Lynn has joined the Bermuda office of Lockton Re as a senior broker and practice leader for the company’s new global agriculture practice.
Nick Durant, chief executive, North America, Lockt…

News / Royal Gazette

Vance Campbell opens up: PLP’s ‘warring factions distract from serving the people’

August 28, 2024

The Progressive Labour Party is split by “warring factions” with David Burt’s leadership under scrutiny, according to former minister Vance Campbell who quit the ruling party this week.
The 63-year-ol…

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Kiwon Waldron Competes In Multiple Races

August 28, 2024

Bermudian harness racing driver Kiwon Waldron had a full slate of races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, competing in eight events across both pace and trot classes. Waldron kicked off his night in race one, guiding Midnite’s Pro to a sixth-place finish in the pace class with a time of 1:58.2. He followed that […]

Sun Life launches new HNW product

August 28, 2024

Sun Global Luna, a savings-oriented non-participating whole life product is the newest addition to the portfolio of Sun Life International.
Aimed at helping high net worth clients plan for wealth acc…

AWAC partners with Special Operations Warrior Foundation

August 28, 2024

Bermudian-based Allied World Assurance Company Holdings Ltd has announced a partnership with the US-based Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
Through a newly created endowment, the company said, th…

AM Best affirms ratings of Global Atlantic Financial

August 28, 2024

AM Best has affirmed the credit ratings of Bermudian-headquartered Global Atlantic Financial Group Ltd and its subsidiaries, including island-based affiliates Global Atlantic Re Ltd and Global Atlanti…