Bermuda News Updates

Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott helped FC Copenhagen defeat Banik Ostrava 2-1 away in a penalty shootout in the second leg of their Uefa Conference League third qualifying round match today [August 15]. Copenhagen, who won the first leg 1-0, lost the match 1-0 to leave the aggregate score 1-1 and send the game into penalties. […]

With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related […]

Zorena Anderson has been awarded the AXA XL Scholarship . A spokesperson said, “AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA SA, today announced that the 2024 AXA XL Scholarship has been awarded to Bermudian university student and former Co-Captain of the U17 Bermuda Women’s National Football Team, Zorena Anderson. “The AXA XL Scholarship […]

The overall volume of the retail sales index increased by 0.6% compared to February 2023, according to the February 2024 Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2024 Retail Sales Index publication. “February’s volume of retail sales index increased 0.6 per cent compared to last […]

Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 24/2024 about the Economic Development Department. A spokesperson said, “On 8 August 2024, Acting Information Commissioner LaKai Dill issued Decision 24/2024, Economic Development Department. It affirmed the Department’s decision on a PATI request seeking records on fintech memoranda of understanding [MOUs], jobs in the fintech sector and on-island […]

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, along with UN Women Caribbean, extended the application deadline for business service providers and MSME entrepreneurs in Bermuda to August 21, 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors and UN Women Multi-Country Office – Caribbean, would like to advise interested entrepreneurs […]

The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2024 Consumer Price Index from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “In summary, consumers paid 2.5 per cent more in February 2024 than a year ago for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. This level of inflation […]

Bermudian footballers Isaiah Francis and Adio DeShield-Tankard have joined Thomas College’s men’s football programme for the upcoming season. Isaiah Francis, a defender studying business administration, comes to Thomas College from the Berkeley Institute and plays for the Somerset Trojans. “I chose Thomas College because it felt like the perfect home to start my college experience.” […]

Cheyenne Tavares returned to the Bermuda Cricket Board as an intern after her first year studying sport management at Bournemouth University, building on her previous experience from 2022. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] is pleased to announce the return of summer intern Cheyenne Tavares. “Cheyenne first came to us in 2022 as […]

[Column written by Kim Swan] Over a century ago, Bermuda emerged as a golf destination, enhancing its tourism by drawing influential figures and establishing numerous golf courses since the 1800s. Bermuda, with the most golf courses per square mile of any country, came about because the desirability of Bermuda as a golf mecca was identified […]

Butterfield’s Banking Centres will close early on August 16 due to Hurricane Ernesto, with a planned reopening on August 19th. A spokesperson said, “Please be advised that due to Hurricane Ernesto, all of our Banking Centres will close at 2 p.m. on Friday, August 16, and for the entirety of the weekend. We anticipate reopening […]

The Ex-Artillerymen’s Association’s annual Mother’s Day brunch on May 12 has resulted in a $1,000 donation to The Eliza Dolittle Society. A spokesperson said, “The Entertainment Committee of The Ex-Artillerymen’s Association held their annual Mother’s Day brunch on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Since the inception of this event in May 2017, part proceeds have been […]

Bermuda College will close on August 16 due to Hurricane Ernesto and aims to reopen on August 19, depending on the post-storm assessment. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College will be closed all day on Friday, August 16 as a result of the approach of Hurricane Ernesto. The College anticipates re-opening on Monday, August 19, pending […]

Nahki Wells and his Bristol City teammates exited the Carabao Cup after a 1 – 0 defeat to Coventry City at Ashton Gate. Ellis Simms’ 65th-minute goal proved the difference between the two sides despite an array of chances for Liam Manning’s side. Wells and his teammates return to league action on Saturday, August 17th […]

The Bermuda Weather Service has now upgraded the ‘Hurricane Watch’ to a ‘Hurricane Warning’. In their update this morning [Aug 15], they said, “BWS continues to closely monitor the progress of Hurricane Ernesto, now about 553 nautical miles to the southwest of Bermuda. A Hurricane Warning is now in effect for Bermuda “A Hurricane Warning […]

Sebastian Kempe began competing in the 2024 ILCA UK Open & National Championships at the WPNSA. The race official got the ILCA7 fleet off after a delay. James Foster won the day with a 1st, and 2nd place finish – and moved to the top of the fleet. One point behind is Finley Dickinson discarding […]

Chare Smith and his Uphill Castle Cricket Club teammates defeated Winscombe Cricket Club by 8 wickets. Uphill won the toss and sent Winscombe to bat, they bowled them out for 118, Alexander Brit was the top scorer with 30, Kieran Chapman was the pick of the Uphill Castle bowlers with figures of 3-0-15-3, Smith bowled […]

Fidelis Insurance Group declared a dividend and announced a new share repurchase authorization. A spokesperson said, “Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited, a global specialty insurer, announced today that its Board of Directors has approved and declared a dividend of $0.10 per share, payable on September 30, 2024, to common shareholders of record on September 16, 2024. “In addition, […]

August 14 saw 10,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $202,500.00 BD. 10,000 shares were traded by BF&M Ltd, closing down 4.7% at $20.25 per share. The BSX finished at 2,406.54, down 0.38% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 51 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]