Bermuda News Updates

Saturday, June 3 is expected to be sunny periods, occasional showers soon decreasing, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 21°C/70°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be north. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 6.12am and sunset […]

Fairmont Southampton is holding a career fair and “anyone with experience in the trades – including electricians, plumbers, carpenters and masons – is encouraged to apply.” The career fair will continue today [June 2] and is being held in the lobby of the Fairmont Southampton today from 4.00pm to 7.00pm. Related Stories Video: Fairmont Southampton’s 50th […]

Minister of Transport Wayne Furbert expressed his “deep concern and condemnation of the recently reported attacks on bus operators in Bermuda.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 2] the Minister said, “These senseless acts of violence have no place in our society and will not be tolerated. We stand in solidarity with our bus […]

The City of Hamilton announced the Fresh Air Films summer edition which will take place on Saturday, June 24th in idyllic Barr’s Bay Park. The first showing will feature Puss in Boots: The Last Wish [2022 – Rated PG] and will screen at 6:30pm, and the second movie of the night, Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda […]

HarBSX Services Limited was admitted as a Listing Sponsor for the Bermuda Stock Exchange, ringing the ceremonial bell at Exchange House on Pitt’s Bay Road. “HarBSX is pleased to have joined the BSX as a Listing Sponsor,” said James Gibbons, Chair of the Harbour Group. “The Harbour Group has been providing corporate and trust administration […]

Skyport said they are “set to invest approximately $4.5 million in the comprehensive renovation of the Air Cargo Terminal at the airport” and have  ”issued a Request for Expressions of Interest [EOI] to operate and maintain a newly renovated Air Cargo Terminal at the airport.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Skyport Corporation Limited [Skyport], the operator of […]

Think Like an Entrepreneur — which is described as an “in-depth course with the aim of teaching entrepreneurs how to establish goals and manage risks” — is set to begin on Tuesday, June 20th. A spokesperson said, “Driven by the internationally recognized, award-winning Ice House Entrepreneurship Program, the Think Like an Entrepreneur course will provide […]

[Column written by Dr Ewart Brown] This summer, former premier Dr Ewart Brown and his team at Bermuda Healthcare Services are celebrating the practice’s 30th anniversary. Dr. Brown set this practice up in March 1993 and in this column, he reflects what it was like to start from scratch in Bermuda all those years ago. […]

Complementary and Alternative Medicine [CAM] approaches to healthcare will be the focus of an event set to be held from 11am to 5pm on Sunday [June 4] at the National Sports Centre in Devonshire. Dr. Kuni Frith said, “The scientific community have been documenting the increased use of CAM therapies for the last three decades […]

Conor White rode to victory in the Natural State Criterium in Springdale, Arkansas. A total of 49 riders went to the startline in the Men’s A race, as White would edge Tyler Cheslik by 0:00.3 of a second clocking a time of 42:33.6, with Cheslik finishing in a time of 42:33.9, and Johnny Purvis was […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Dennico Hollis hit his first half-century of the season in LocHire Stenhousemuir’s 10-wicket defeat against East Renfrewshire in the Western District Cricket Union Rowan Cup last night [June 1]. Hollis scored 50 runs before being caught by Allwyn Soares off the bowling of Asad Amir in the T20 match at The […]

The University of California picked up a 9 – 3 win in their final match of their Bermuda tour at the National Sports Center. The visiting field hockey team was led to victory by Elana Eisenberg with two goals, while Olivia Sharratt, Maria Cambra, Monet Stuckey, Daniella Rhodes, Merel Hanssen, Kitty Baccaanello, and Morgan Kallmann […]

[Opinion column written by Taj Donville-Outerbridge] “Your silence will not protect you.” – Audre Lorde Yesterday marked the beginning of the internationally celebrated pride month and yet the silence was resounding. Aside from a few logo changes and some social media posts there was silence that spoke volumes. The Government of Bermuda have once again missed […]

[Written by Anya Thompson] In a time of changing social dynamics and a greater emphasis on personal empowerment, it is critical that we provide young people with the knowledge and skills they need to recognize and combat abusive relationships. Therefore, education plays a pivotal role in empowering young people to recognize the warning signs of […]

The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [June 2] and statements listed on the Order Paper include the Bermuda Monetary Authority Annual Report 2022, Opening of the St. George’s Marina, Bermuda College Graduate-Class of 2023, Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage] Order 2023 and Employment [Minimum Hourly Wage Entitlement] Regulations 2023, Protect our Public […]

Zyire Gomes, Sianon Thomas and Yeshai Burgess have been awarded the Raleigh International Bermuda 2023 Venturers’ Scholarships, and they will travel to Costa Rica this summer for 10 weeks to ”work with the indigenous villages, build schools & homes, build water ways for the local community, develop environmental and sustainability projects” and more. A spokesperson said, “Raleigh International […]

The Collective Action Solidarity Trust [CAST], a non-profit organization comprised of Bermuda residents, citizens, and businesses, will host a Public Health Forum Series for all ages from Saturday, June 10th to Wednesday, June 14th, 2023. A spokesperson said, “The forum series, hosted by Family Practitioner Dr. Henry Dowling, will feature Pediatric Specialist Dr. Elizabeth Mumper, […]

Black Pony Gallery said they are “proud to participate again in the Atlantic World Art Fair [AWAF], an online marketplace for contemporary visual art from the Caribbean mid-Atlantic region, presented on the Artsy platform in its third year, June 1-15, 2023.” A spokesperson said, “The Atlantic World Art Fair features a curated group of knowledgeable […]

The official Government and Legal notices for today [June 1] include acting appointments, appointments & notice of intended marriage. Acting Appointment :- Judicial Department Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0484/2023 Public Authorities / Department: The Judiciary Publication date: 01 June 2023 Government Notice No. _______ Acting Appointment Judicial Department Her Excellency, […]

After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 4.7% in February – the overall volume of retail sales index decreased 3.4% when compared to February 2022, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2023 Retail Sales […]