Bermuda News Updates

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward provided an overview on the upcoming Global Entrepreneurship Week [GEW] UnConference in Bermuda. Minister Jason Hayward said, “As Minister of Economy and Labour, I am happy to provide an overview of an exciting event celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023, the Global Entrepreneurship Week [GEW] UnConference, hosted by the […]

Premier David Burt is currently in London for the Overseas Territories Joint Ministerial Council, and he said he highlighted matters including the UK’s “rejection of Bermuda’s cannabis legislation” and the “issues caused by the removal of BMU codes from OT passports.” In addition, the Premier and Governor Rena Lalgie attended a reception at Buckingham Palace where […]

The Bermuda Road Safety Council introduces its November slogan – “Better Late than Never/Slow Down” as part of its Anti-Speeding Campaign A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Road Safety Council introduces its slogan for November – Better Late than Never/Slow Down. Speeding remains one of the leading causes of accidents and fatalities on our roads, and […]

The Salvation Army is gearing up for its annual Christmas Kettle Campaign, launching on November 23rd. A spokesperson said, “The Salvation Army has always tried to put our faith into practice; endeavoring to support those in need and offer compassion and practical assistance to vulnerable people experiencing difficult times. “We know that the cost-of-living crisis […]

Clarien Bank donated flowers to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital [KEMH] and Agape House, with “aim to bring joy and hope to the patients, staff, and visitors of the hospital.” A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank, one of the largest independent integrated financial services organisations in Bermuda, is pleased to announce its recent donation of flowers to […]

Citing the “increased competition from other thrift stores and reduced volunteer availability,” the Board of the Committee of 25 announced that the Bargain Box Thrift store will close on December 18th, and they will “utilize the building space of The Bargain Box to further our mandate.” A spokesperson said, “The Board of the Committee of 25 […]

The police have now confirmed the death of 42-year-old Nelson Macedo, who died following an industrial accident last week in St George’s. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], can now confirm the identity of the male Portuguese National who was injured in an industrial accident which occurred last week, as 42-year-old Nelson […]

Bermudian footballer Jacob Madeiros and his Bluffton Rush teammates have advanced to the state championship, with the young Bermudian scoring to help his team claim victories. Madeiros plays for the Bluffton Rush 05/06 team, which has advanced to the state championship, which will be played in mid-December. On Saturday, the team traveled to Charleston, where […]

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] and EY have reaffirmed their headline sponsorship commitments of the Bermuda Development Agency’s 2024 Bermuda Risk Summit. A spokesperson said, “Members of the public are encouraged to register soon for the event, taking place at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club from March 13-15, 2024 – an early […]

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. today announced the completion of Brookfield Reinsurance’s acquisition of Argo in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $1.1 billion. A spokesperson said, “Under the terms of the transaction, Brookfield Reinsurance acquired all issued and outstanding common shares of Argo at a price of $30 per share. Argo’s common shares have ceased […]

The Government of Bermuda issued a third Public Consultation paper regarding the proposed introduction of a corporate income tax [“CIT”] that would be applicable to Bermuda businesses that are part of a Multinational Enterprise Group [“MNE”] with annual revenue of €750M or more. A Government spokesperson said, “Since 2021, over 140 countries, including Bermuda, have […]

[Written by Dale Butler] Darius Richardson is a Bermudian who has had numerous work experiences in a short space of time where he has been able to shine and grow with every experience. He is only 56 and his career list is impressive: At age 9 his mason apprenticeship came to an end when his father […]

The theme for the 2024 Bermuda’s Heritage Month and the Bermuda Day Parade will be “Culture Equals Energy,’ Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the Senate, Minister Darrell said, “Today I am pleased to stand before you to announce the exciting theme for Bermuda’s Heritage Month and the Bermuda Day […]

Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] executives were in Tokyo, Japan, for the 2023 International Association of Insurance Supervisors [IAIS] Meeting and Global Federation of Insurance Associates [GFIA] Annual Conference. A spokesperson said, “Executive Director Christine Patton and Vice Chair of BILTIR and Chair of BILTIR’s Global Advocacy Committee John Hele represented BILTIR […]

Minister of Public Works David Burch and Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert are holding a press conference today [Nov 16] to “discuss their respective ministries’ initiatives, as outlined in the Speech from the Throne”. We will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video is below. Related […]

Concacaf confirmed the schedule for the decisive matches in the 2023 Road to Concacaf W Gold Cup, serving as the qualifier for the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup, with Bermuda’s team set to be in action on December 1st and 5th. A spokesperson said, “Concacaf has confirmed the schedule for the 2023 Road to Concacaf […]

Daniel Phillips was back in action competing in the J300 Zapopan at the Torneo Internacional Club De La Colina tennis tournament in Mexico. In the men’s singles qualifying draw second round, seventh seed Phillips took on sixth seed Canadian Nicolas Arseneault. Arseneault would win in straight sets 6-4, 6-1. Related Stories Photos: Manders & Cross […]

The police said they are “renewing its appeal for assistance in locating 16-year-old, Ajahni Lema-Bascome,” who was first reported missing on Friday, November 10th. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is renewing its appeal for assistance in locating 16-year-old, Ajahni Lema-Bascome. “Mr. Lema-Bascome who was first reported missing on Friday, November 10th, 2023. He […]

“It’s clear to the Bermudian people that this Government has no sense of urgency when it comes to acknowledging the many problems facing most Bermudians today,” Opposition Senate Leader Robin Tucker said following the session in the Senate. Senator Tucker said, “The One Bermuda Alliance Senate team was prepared to respond to the Government’s Throne […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda coach Michael Findlay has urged his players to “seize the moment” by winning their remaining two Concacaf Nations League matches to guarantee promotion from their group. Bermuda are third in group C League B with five points from four games but can secure top spot if they defeat Saint Vincent […]