Bermuda News Updates

Raleigh Holds Graduation & Presents Awards

September 18, 2023

Raleigh Bermuda recently held its 2023 Venturers’ graduation ceremony at Deloitte Bermuda and presented various awards. A spokesperson said, “The graduating group completed one of Bermuda’s most intensive local training programmes, which included personal development, advanced survival skills, and an intensive fitness regime. Raleigh Bermuda’s training camp is not an easy task – it requires […]

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Muay Thai Programme For Young People

September 18, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Youngsters can develop their self-defence skills, improve their physical fitness and learn emotional self-regulation at the Changs Youth Muay Thai programme at Fight City Muay Thai and Fitness. The autumn term starts on Saturday [September 23] and runs until December 6, with sessions for 6 to 8-year-olds, 9 to 12-year-olds and […]

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“Steps To Mental Wellness” 3K Walk On Oct 14

September 18, 2023

The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation [BMHF] announced that the “Steps to Mental Wellness” 3K Walk will be held at 8.00am on October 14 at the Botanical Gardens. A spokesperson said, “This event aims to raise awareness and funds for mental health initiatives, including providing adequate housing for those with mental health disabilities. We are proud […]

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BHB To Host Free Falls Prevention Mini Expo

September 18, 2023

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will host a free ‘Falls Prevention Mini Expo’ on Thursday [Sept 21] from 2,00pm-5:30pm. A spokesperson said, “Falls can be a serious health risk, particularly for the elderly. On Thursday, Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will celebrate international Falls Prevention Awareness Week with a mini expo for staff and the public. […]

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Minister David Burch Attends CARIF Conference

September 18, 2023

The Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch, is attending the 7th Annual CARIF [Caribbean Infrastructure Forum] Conference in Miami, Florida from September 18 – 19th. A Government spokesperson said, “The Caribbean Infrastructure Forum Conference [CARIF] convenes regional and global leaders to engage in the planning, financing and construction of infrastructure and capital projects across […]

AM Best: homeowner insurance outlook revised to negative

September 18, 2023

AM Best has revised down its outlook for the US homeowner insurance segment from stable to negative in part as a result of “elevated reinsurance costs“.
The ratings agency also cited above-average cat…

Butterfield falls 34 cents on NYSE

September 18, 2023

The RG/BSX Index closed on Monday at 2,148.22, up 0.72 points (0.03 per cent).
Some 59,900 shares in Argus Group Holdings Ltd changed hands on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The stock closed at $6.03, up…

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Weather Forecast For Tuesday September 19

September 18, 2023

Tuesday, September 19 is expected to be mostly sunny, with the high to be near 29°C/84°F and the low to be near 25°C/77°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 80%. Sunrise will be at 7.05am and sunset will be […]

Harry Twite handed King’s Lynn debut in FA Cup

September 18, 2023

Harry Twite enjoyed an encouraging debut for King’s Lynn Town after helping his side to earn a clean sheet in a goalless draw with Aveley in the Emirates FA Cup second round qualifying on Saturday.
Th…

SiriusPoint partners with Swedish MGA

September 18, 2023

SiriusPoint has formed a strategic partnership with Stockholm-based Nordic Marine Insurance.
The Bermudian-based global specialty re/insurer said the partnership with the company’s Stockholm-based und…

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Investigation Continues Into Firearms Incident

September 18, 2023

The investigation continues into the confirmed firearms incident which occurred in the area of Court Street and Elliot Street, Pembroke shortly after 11.00pm on Saturday [Sept 16]. A police spokesperson said, “While forensic evidence was recovered at the scene, officers are still keen on hearing from members of public, particularly anyone who was among the […]

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Column: Sen De Couto On Bermuda’s Economy

September 18, 2023

[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Douglas De Couto] Once again David Burt’s PLP Government has been using statistics to proclaim success. But if you examine them, using the same reports as Government, you see a different story—one that feels less like success, and more like the slow downward slide that most Bermudians can […]

News / Royal Gazette

EMO not making plans for Nigel

September 18, 2023

Public Safety officials do not expect Hurricane Nigel to pose a threat to the island following the latest forecast from the Bermuda Weather Service.
Nigel is expected to be more than 500 nautical mile…

News / Royal Gazette

Police appeal for witnesses to gunshots

September 18, 2023

Inquiries continued today after a suspect reportedly fired a weapon in the direction of a group of people who were gathered in North East Hamilton, police said.
Officers were called to the area of Cou…

News / Royal Gazette

Giant warship passes island on pioneering mission

September 18, 2023

A giant British warship that cruised past the island yesterday is believed to be the aircraft carrier
HMS Prince of Wales
on its deployment to “revolutionise” how the Royal Navy operates carri…

Government / Official Gazette

Permanent Resident Certificate – 31ZA

September 18, 2023

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Hurricane Nigel Advisory

September 18, 2023

Earlier today, the Ministry of National Security convened an Emergency Measures Organisation (EMO) meeting to assess the current status of Hurricane Nigel.

Following the 12noon forecast from the Bermuda Weather Service (BWS) Hurricane Nigel is not considered to be a threat to Bermuda at this time. Nigel’s closest point of approach to Bermuda is forecast to be around 508 nautical miles to the east at 9.00 pm on Tuesday September 19, 2023.

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Ministry Provides Update On Hurricane Nigel

September 18, 2023

Earlier today [Sept 18], the Ministry of National Security convened an Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] meeting to assess the current status of Hurricane Nigel, which is “not considered a threat to Bermuda at this time” and it is ”not anticipated that there will be a disruption in government and public services.” A Government spokesperson said, “Following […]

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BDA’s Concierge Service To Help Market Entrants

September 18, 2023

The Bermuda Business Development Agency’s [BDA] complimentary concierge service can “help new Bermuda market entrants get established quickly,” the organisation said today. A spokesperson said, “While the BDA is well known for organising business development missions overseas, or local signature events, to attract foreign direct investment and enhance Bermuda’s reputation as a global centre for […]

Charlotte Millington brings home gold at Caribbean Junior Cycling Championships

September 18, 2023

Peter Dunne has hailed the exciting future of Bermuda cycling after Charlotte Millington brought home two medals from the Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships in the Dominican Republic.
Bermuda’s fo…

Top young sailors head to Bermuda for RenaissanceRe Junior Gold Cup

September 18, 2023

Some of the best Optimist sailors in the world will be heading to Bermuda for the RenaissanceRe Junior Gold Cup next month.
Scheduled to be held at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, form October 3 to 7, …

Teneo appoints Mark Allitt

September 18, 2023

Teneo, the global CEO advisory firm, has appointed Mark Allitt as a senior managing director with the firm’s financial advisory business.
Mr Allitt was a partner at KPMG in Bermuda, head of its adviso…

Sompo revamps European leadership

September 18, 2023

New European leadership at Sompo International, the Bermudian-based global provider of commercial and consumer property and casualty re/insurance, has included a new team at the UK commercial P&C …

Everest establishes wholesale and programmes division

September 18, 2023

Everest Insurance, the insurance division of Bermudian-based Everest Group Ltd, has established a dedicated US wholesale and programmes division.
“This dedicated offering reflects Everest’s decades of…

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BTA Invites Public To Art Month This October

September 18, 2023

During October, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] invites visitors and residents to step into a world of artistic wonder and cultural exploration during the inaugural Bermuda Art Month from October 1 to 31, 2023. A spokesperson said, “This month-long celebration promises exciting experiences with exclusive programming, uniting residents and visitors in a tapestry of creativity, […]

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Nia Christopher Becomes All Time Goal Leader

September 18, 2023

Bermuda’s Nia Christopher scored twice for her Towson University women’s soccer team, with her latest goals making her the Maryland-based university’s all-time leader in career goals with 31. The school’s match report said, “Towson women’s soccer got a pair of goals from Nia Christopher in a 2-1 win against Campbell on Sunday afternoon. The Tigers […]

Mixed foursomes champions crowned at Turtle Hill

September 18, 2023

Just two days after Hurricane Lee swept past the island, Turtle Hill Golf Course provided a stunning backdrop for the Bermuda Golf Association Mixed Foursome Championships
A total of 16 teams took par…

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Spirit Of Bermuda Is 53rd Boat In 53rd Race

September 18, 2023

The 53rd boat has registered for the 53rd Newport Bermuda Race, and it happens to be the Spirit of Bermuda, which will be joining the fleet in the 635-nautical mile race next year. The event website said, “It only seems fitting that the 53rd boat to register for the 53rd Bermuda Race is the one […]

Cleveland stay top of T20 First Division with win over Flatts

September 18, 2023

Lord’s (Cleveland County won the toss): Cleveland County beat Flatts Victoria by 15 runs

Cleveland County guaranteed promotion to the Athene T20 Premier Division after they held off Flatts Victo…

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Cycling: BRCC Road Race Results

September 18, 2023

Yesterday [Sept 17], the Bermuda Rouleurs Cycling Club held a road race in the east end, starting and finishing at Kindley Field Road. Conor White, Caitlin Conyers, and Gordon Smith were crowned BRCC Road Race Champions. White won the Category A Division clocking a time of 1:49:59.954. Conyers claimed the Category B Division title with […]

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Column: Jache Adams On Bermuda’s Economy

September 18, 2023

[Column written by MP Jache Adams] The 2023 Standards & Poor’s [S & P] Report indicated that they “expect the local economy to remain healthy, supporting government finances, limiting the need to increase gross debt, and supporting the territory’s external position [including current account surpluses].” I am pleased to see the findings of S & […]

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Football: Hornets Win, Cougars & Somerset Draw

September 18, 2023

The Dudley Eve Cup Competition continued at the Devonshire Recreation Club with a double header which produced a total of five goals. Group C: Paget Lions 1 – Dandy Town Hornets 2 At the PHC Stadium in Group C action, the Dandy Town Hornets defeated the Paget Lions 2 – 1. Jahzarde Samuels scored both […]

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BLTA Back To School Tournament Final Results

September 18, 2023

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association’s Back to School Tournament concluded at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. Manuel Maldonado won the under 12 boy’s final defeating Raul Maldonado in straight sets 6-4, 6-1. Tristan Pettit won the under 14 boy’s final defeating Tobiah Goodchild 7-5, 6-1. The under 16 final saw Sebastian Pukk defeat Zach McGuire […]

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Hopkins Competes In Tour De Rhuys In France

September 18, 2023

Kaden Hopkins competed in the Tour De Rhuys in France, representing VENDÉE U. He finished 21st, completing the 146 km distance in a time of 3:08:46. He was just 16 seconds behind the winner, Antoine Devanne. Related Stories Flannery Competes In Loughborough Cycling Hopkins Continues Competing In France Narraway Continues Competing In Spain Narraway Continues […]

Vesttoo may be Bermuda’s ‘largest insurance fraud’ ever

September 18, 2023

Vesttoo Bermuda’s joint provisional liquidators have slammed the bankrupt insurtech, saying that the parent company is absurdly claiming victim status and inexplicably keeping some of its leadership i…

Northern Marianas mulls captive insurance law

September 18, 2023

A new captive domicile is about to emerge on isolated islands in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.
A Bill has been introduced in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to establish captive ins…

News / Royal Gazette

Governor forced to move out of ‘unsafe’ Government House

September 18, 2023

The Governor and her family have moved out of Government House because it is not safe to live in and needs “urgent” repairs.
Rena Lalgie, her husband and their children are staying in temporary accomm…

News / Royal Gazette

Plan to enhance nature reserve named after murder victim

September 18, 2023

The Bermuda National Trust hopes to create a “stronghold” for endemic plants at a Paget nature reserve on the Railway Trail.
According to a conservation management plan submitted to the Department of …

News / Royal Gazette

Connie Dey (1933-2023): actor with a love of history

September 18, 2023

A devoted actor and mainstay of the Bermuda National Trust brought her love of St George’s history to life in her walking tours of the Old Town.
Connie Dey joined the Bermuda Musical and Dramatic Soci…

Dogged Trojans earn hard-earned draw against Cougars

September 18, 2023

Somerset Trojans coach Jensen Rogers hailed the resilience of his side after they earned a hard-fought draw against Devonshire Cougars in the Dudley Eve Trophy at PHC Field on Sunday.
Having dominated…

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Photos & Video: Gombeys At Clarien IronKids

September 17, 2023

The Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon took place this weekend at Clearwater Beach in St. David’s, with the event also featuring a performance by the Gombeys, which capped off a successful day of competition which saw the island’s young athletes in action in front of a special guest, as Olympic Gold Medalist Dame Flora Duffy in […]

Substitute Jahzardae Samuels makes difference as Dandy Town fight back

September 17, 2023

Paget 1 Dandy Town 2

Super-sub Jahzardae Samuels scored two late second-half goals as Dandy Town came from behind to defeat Paget in the Dudley Eve group stages on Sunday.
Samuels, who was introd…

Onias Bascome and Sinclair Smith steer St George’s to tight win

September 17, 2023

White Hill Field (Western Stars won toss): St George’s beat Western Stars by four wickets

Wicketkeeper Sinclair Smith and pace bowler Shakai Darrell each made significant contributions as St Geor…

Delray Rawlins stars in easy win for Bailey’s Bay

September 17, 2023

Lord’s (St David’s won the toss): Bailey’s Bay beat St David’s by eight wickets

Delray Rawlins produced an excellent all-round display as Bailey’s Bay breezed past St David’s in the Athene T20 P…

Dominic Sabir hits 62 as Somerset easily beat Willow Cuts

September 17, 2023

Southampton Oval (Somerset won toss): Somerset beat Willow Cuts by 67 runs.

Somerset needed just nine players as they maintained their position as Athene T20 Premier Division contenders with a cl…

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Millington Wins Second Medal For Bermuda

September 17, 2023

[Written by Stephen Wright] Charlotte Millington claimed her second medal at the Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships after winning bronze in the junior women’s road race in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, today [Sept 17]. Millington, who won gold in the junior women’s time-trial yesterday, was closely followed in the 60K race by team-mate Skye Ferguson, […]

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Weather Forecast For Monday September 18

September 17, 2023

Monday, September 18 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 28°C/83°F and the low to be near 26°C/78°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 82%. Sunrise will be at 7:04am and sunset will be at 7:21pm. High […]

News / Royal Gazette

Seafood Festival serves up tasty treats

September 17, 2023

Thousands of people packed into St George today to sample the delights on offer at the town’s seafood festival.
Local vendors served up tasty treats including teriyaki salmon, crab and fish and chips …

News / Royal Gazette

St. George’s Seafood Festival

September 17, 2023

St. George’s Seafood Festival (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

Champions crowned at Back To School tennis tournament

September 17, 2023

The champions have been crowned at this year’s Bermuda Lawn Tennis AssociationBack To School junior tournament
Sponsored by AXA XL, the competition at WER Joell stadium was delayed as Hurricane Lee ma…