Bermuda News Updates

The University of California Field Hockey team began their preseason tour of Bermuda with a 9 – 2 win over Bermuda at the National Sports Center. Cal took the lead in the 9th minute when Daniella Rhodes scored from a penalty corner, ten minutes later Bermuda was level when Yvonna Osbourn scored from a penalty […]

The Devonshire Parish Council [DPC] is now accepting applications for the 2023 Devonshire Parish Council Scholarship. A spokesperson said, “The annual award is aimed at students who have resided in the parish for a minimum of 5 years pursuing post-secondary education. “The scholarship is open to current postgraduates and undergraduates as well as High School […]

Bermuda’s National Men’s Bowling Team of David Maycock, Lamar Richardson, Dennis Joell, Dayvon Tucker, Blake Raynor and Jamel Bean concluded competing in the Men’s Pan American Championships in the Dominican Republic. Maycock finished 21st overall, with a total of 5,041 pins, Richardson finished 55th with 4,716 pins, while Joell finished 71st with 4,584 pins. Tucker […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda winger Luke Robinson has agreed to remain at non-league side Whitehawk FC for next season. Robinson helped the East Sussex side win promotion after defeating Hythe Town 1-0 in the Isthmian League East Division play-off final last month. They will play in the seventh tier of English football next term. […]

Local business leaders Katrina Nusum and Karim Chowdhury have been named in the Empower Role Model List of 100 Senior Executives, which celebrates those who are breaking down barriers for people of colour within global businesses. The lists, compiled by Involve and supported by YouTube, also celebrate 100 Future Leaders making a significant contribution to […]

Monday, May 29 is expected to be cloudy, with the high to be near 25°C/77°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at 6:13am and sunset will be at 8:19pm. High […]

Lamont Marshall is the official winner, the organisers apologize for any “misunderstanding or lack of communication regarding eligibility,” Dennis Mblenzi was well aware of the rules in advance, there are ways something like this can be handled moving forward and people are welcome to submit ideas, and overall the race saw thousands of spectators come out to […]

Jessica Lewis concluded competing in the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2023 in Nottwil, Switzerland. On the third day, Lewis competed in the T53 Women’s 100m where she finished fourth with a time of 16:52. Catherine Debrunner clocked a world record winning time of 15:25, Fang Gao was second in 16:11, and Hamide Dogangun was […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Andre Lambe improved his professional boxing record to eight straight wins after stopping Filipino Ronniel Tabayag in the main event at The Shed in Dockyard last night [May 27]. Lambe utilised his superior reach and technique to impressive effect, keeping the significantly shorter Tabayag [6-3-1] out of range and seemingly landing […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Nikki Bascome believes he fought a “great fight” after winning an enthralling rematch with Filipino Alvin Lagumbay at The Shed in Dockyard last night [May 27]. The 32-year-old dominated much of the eight-round welterweight contest, winning by unanimous decision to improve his professional record to 12 victories from 13 bouts. Bascome […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian footballer Jacob Madeiros has been recognised as one of the top players in his region following his impressive displays for May River High School in Bluffton, South Carolina. In addition to being named All-Region, the 16-year-old won the Most Valuable Player award for the May River varsity team and has […]

Rosewood Bermuda share “several key developments in its mission to empower a resilient, thriving community that will be the foundation of a better future, from the communities that share the island, to the storied heritage sites and museums, to the beauty of the island’s natural ecosystems.” A spokesperson said, “The resort recruits talent from underserved […]

[Written by Dale Butler] Terry Lister has broken the norm of safety and price; usually the tour criteria to see foreign countries is from a bus window, making specific stops with the aid of a tour guide. Such tours, to be honest, are my favourite, but he has broken that pattern using his own research […]

Conor White competed in the Snake Alley Criterium in Burlington, Iowa where he crossed the line 7th in the Men’s Pro/1/2 Elite Division. Kaden Hopkins was also in action overseas, as he began competing in the Tour de Loire-Atlantique Stage Race in France. Stage One saw Hopkins finish 4th covering a 2 kilometers Time Trial in […]

Kamau Leverock and his Florida Scorpions teammates bowed out of the Unity Cup in the semi-finals falling by 44 runs to Kingsmen Cricket. Kingsmen Cricket batted first and scored 214/7 in their allotted 20 overs, Martin Guptill was the top scorer with 51, Leverock was the pick of the Florida Scorpion bowlers returning figures of […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian midfielder Keziah Martin has signed for Vanarama National League North side Boston United. The 23-year-old was released by Kidderminster Harriers this week, having played his part in helping them gain promotion to the Vanarama National League. After completing his move to Boston, he tweeted: “A new chapter, buzzing to get […]

News that the island celebrated Bermuda Day, 9-year-old Russian Thompson won a dance contest in England, and Horseshoe Bay was named as one of the world’s best beaches were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, an Appreciation Tea held for foster parents, Kole Hall has signed […]

Everest Re Group announced that Ricardo Anzaldua has been appointed Executive Vice President and Group General Counsel, effective June 12, 2023. Mr. Anzaldua will report to President and CEO Juan C. Andrade and will serve on the Company’s executive leadership team. “Ricardo is a highly accomplished and trusted strategic advisor whose exceptional legal acumen and extensive […]

Sunday, May 28 is expected to see some sunshine developing after a possible shower or two, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 92%. Sunrise will be at […]

June 1 to 15 will be the third online iteration of the Atlantic World Art Fair [AWAF] on the Artsy platform. A spokesperson said, “Thanks to the talented visual artists in the Caribbean mid-Atlantic who continue to inspire the galleries that feature their artwork and the collectors who invest, we are delighted to present the […]

Basketball Australia named its Australian National Men’s Basketball Squad for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, and David Patrick will serve as an assistant coach. The Sacramento State Athletics website said, “Basketball Australia named its Australian National Men’s Basketball Squad for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, and it was announced that Sacramento State head coach David Patrick […]

The air was charged with excitement and anticipation as athletes and spectators gathered in St. George’s to kick off the Bermuda Day festivities with the highly anticipated Sinclair Packwood Memorial Cycle Race and Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby. The annual event, steeped in tradition and sporting excellence, showcased the strength, endurance, and determination of Bermuda’s finest […]

Bermudian news anchor Glenn Jones has highlighted the Bermuda Day traditions through his role at the NBC10 Boston television station. Mr Jones, an award winning journalist who joined the station in 2021, was surprised by colleagues who wore shorts to work to mark the occasion. He posted a photograph of the television crew in their […]

Minister for the Commonwealth and the United Kingdom’s Overseas Territories Zac Goldsmith sent his well wishes to Bermudians on Bermuda Day, posting a picture of the Bermudian flag flying at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in the UK. Minister Goldsmith tweeted the photo below, saying: “Wishing all Bermudians a happy Bermuda Day! Wonderful to […]

The winners in the float category of the 2023 Bermuda Day parade were released. Premier’s Award for Best Float: The Berkeley Educational Society Minister’s Award for Most Original Float: One Body in Christ’s Movement For God’s Purpose Natural Heritage Floats The Berkeley Educational Society Vasco da Gama Club / Portuguese Cultural Association 3. One Body in Christ’s […]

Jessica Lewis continued competing in the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2023 in Nottwil, Switzerland. On day two of the competition, Lewis competed in the T53 Women’s 400m where she finished fifth with a time of 59:80. Catherine Debrunner clocked a winning time of 50:14, Fang Goa was second in 56:41, and Yen Hoang was […]

NOAA forecasters have predicted “near-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic this year” with a ”range of 12 to 17 total named storms” of which “5 to 9 could become hurricanes.” A statement from the organisation said, “NOAA forecasters with the Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service, predict near-normal hurricane activity in the […]