Govt Statement On Fairmont Southampton SDO

Govt Statement On Fairmont Southampton SDO

The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation “reiterated the strong environmental protections, planning controls, and oversight safeguards embedded within the finalised Fairmont Southampton Special Development Order [SDO], underscoring that the SDO balances the island’s environmental responsibilities with the national priority... Read more of this article

Collaborative Law Alliance Of Bermuda

Collaborative Law Alliance Of Bermuda

The Collaborative Law Alliance of Bermuda [CLA] was established with the aim of reducing conflict among divorcing couples and separating families. A spokesperson said, “The premise is that the parties will work together with a shared commitment to reach a settlement outside of court, whether it be in relation to finances, arrangements for children... Read more of this article

Kowalski Outlines Bermuda’s Economic Outlook

Kowalski Outlines Bermuda’s Economic Outlook

Nathan Kowalski outlined the challenges and opportunities facing Bermuda in a presentation at the Association of Bermuda International Companies’ [ABIC] annual general meeting, highlighting the “implications of a shrinking and aging population, the growth of international business, advances in artificial intelligence, and the ongoing housing... Read more of this article

UK Export Finance Delegation Visits Bermuda

UK Export Finance Delegation Visits Bermuda

Governor Andrew Murdoch welcomed UK Export Finance to Bermuda from November 17 to 19 to discuss trade, investment, and collaboration opportunities. A spokesperson said, “The UK government’s export credit agency, UKEF are a key partner in enabling global trade and investment offering a range of competitive financial products. “They have... Read more of this article

Bermuda Marks 16 Days Of Activism

Bermuda Marks 16 Days Of Activism

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors joins the international community in marking the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign running from 25 November to 10 December that calls for united action to prevent and end violence in all its forms. A Government spokesperson said, “Day 1 of this campaign,... Read more of this article

BNT Announces 2025 Student Art Winners

BNT Announces 2025 Student Art Winners

The Bermuda National Trust announced that Savana Walters and Solomon Turner won the 2025 Student Art Competition. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust is pleased to announce the winners of its 2025 Student Art Competition sponsored by Sompo International. This year’s theme was “Wild Bermuda”. Savana Walters and Solomon Turner... Read more of this article

Bermuda Day Race Returns To Bernards Park

Bermuda Day Race Returns To Bernards Park

The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby Committee today announced that the “iconic annual race will return to its traditional home at Bernard Park for the 2026 event, reinstating a long-valued finish location that holds deep cultural and community significance.” A spokesperson said, “The decision follows a comprehensive review of operational... Read more of this article


Bermuda College Unveils Spring 2026 Courses

Bermuda College Unveils Spring 2026 Courses

Bermuda College is launching its Spring 2026 program featuring a wide variety of professional development and certification courses. A spokesperson said, “More than 50 courses aimed at career-shifters and people seeking to upskill are being offered at Bermuda College under a new Spring programme. “The College’s Athora Professional and... Read more of this article

Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos

Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos

This past weekend saw the Bermuda Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority host its Annual Children’s Reading Festival, the Sandys Parish Council’s Block Party and Vendor Market, the Greenrock Living Green Expo and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Tax... Read more of this article

BFA ‘Outraged By Incident’ At Football Match

BFA ‘Outraged By Incident’ At Football Match

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] said they are “outraged by the incident that took place at Southampton Rangers Sports Club during the scheduled match between Devonshire Colts and Paget Lions. ” A spokesperson said, “The actions of the individuals who stormed the field armed with weapons were reckless, dangerous, and completely... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Greenrock Living Green Expo

Photos & Video: Greenrock Living Green Expo

The Greenrock Living Green Expo was held this weekend at the Bermuda Botanical Gardens, featuring sustainable products, eco-friendly practices, and family-friendly activities. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Living Green Expo Photos &... Read more of this article

Photos: Delta Sigma Children’s Reading Festival

Photos: Delta Sigma Children’s Reading Festival

The Bermuda Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority hosted its Annual Children’s Reading Festival this weekend, celebrating literacy and inspiring a love of reading among Bermuda’s children. A spokesperson previously said, “This year’s theme, ‘The Next Chapter,’ emphasizes that the Children’s Reading Festival is more than free books—it’s... Read more of this article

Ministry: Glebe Road Bridge Renewal Completed

Ministry: Glebe Road Bridge Renewal Completed

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that “major structural renewal works at The Glebe Road Bridge in Pembroke have been completed, marking another step forward in the Government’s commitment to strengthening Bermuda’s core infrastructure.” A Government spokesperson said, “The bridge, which carries The Glebe Road above... Read more of this article

Video: Brothers Win Bermuda Trip On TV Show

Video: Brothers Win Bermuda Trip On TV Show

Brothers and entrepreneurs Jas and Jag Bains secured a trip to Bermuda after checking in first on the latest episode of CBS’s The Amazing Race. The duo claimed the top spot during the eighth leg of The Amazing Race Season 38, which aired earlier this month. Racing through Bucharest, Romania, the brothers strategically used an “Express Pass”... Read more of this article


VIDEOS

Photos & Video: Greenrock Living Green Expo

Photos & Video: Greenrock Living Green Expo

The Greenrock Living Green Expo was held this weekend at the Bermuda Botanical Gardens, featuring sustainable products, eco-friendly practices, and family-friendly activities. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Living Green Expo Photos &... Read more of this article

Video: Brothers Win Bermuda Trip On TV Show

Video: Brothers Win Bermuda Trip On TV Show

Brothers and entrepreneurs Jas and Jag Bains secured a trip to Bermuda after checking in first on the latest episode of CBS’s The Amazing Race. The duo claimed the top spot during the eighth leg of The Amazing Race Season 38, which aired earlier this month. Racing through Bucharest, Romania, the brothers strategically used an “Express Pass”... Read more of this article

Video: Nov 22nd Bernews Morning Newsflash

Video: Nov 22nd Bernews Morning Newsflash

Court of Appeal holds a Special Sitting, the Bermuda Regiment strengthens NCO leadership, the BOA & NACAC host the ‘Equity In Motion’ event, Kim Swan nurtures junior golfers at Dalton, ‘Jack And De Beaniestawk’ launches on December 2nd, and Fresh & Hungry will host a boxing fundraiser — these are some of the stories in this morning’s... Read more of this article

SPORTS

Scott & IMG Academy Defeat Villages School

Scott & IMG Academy Defeat Villages School

Bermudian forward Ralph Scott helped lead IMG Academy men’s basketball to a 57-45 victory over The Villages Charter Varsity boys basketball team in Florida. IMG Academy defeated The Villages Charter by 12 points. Scott recorded 12 points and secured 7 rebounds in the winning effort. Related Stories Scott & Team Defeat Mississauga Monarchs Basketball... Read more of this article

BHPA Equestrian Fall Show Weekend Results

BHPA Equestrian Fall Show Weekend Results

The 2025 Bermuda Horse and Pony Association [BHPA] Fall Show took place this weekend at National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street, with riders securing top finishes across several key classes. The winners included included Simone Sainsbury, Vee McKey, Harley Greenslade, Patricia Borland, Daisy Cooper, Christina Davis, Annie Duffin, Kelsie Carreiro,... Read more of this article

Bermuda Men’s Team Qualify For CAC Games

Bermuda Men’s Team Qualify For CAC Games

The Bermuda men’s national rugby union team have qualified for the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, the Dominican Republic, next year. They reached the semi-finals of the Rugby Americas North Sevens in Trinidad and Tobago after beating Jamaica 12-7 in the tier one play-off. Bermuda were defeated by Barbados 26-7 in the semis.... Read more of this article

BUSINESS

Kowalski Outlines Bermuda’s Economic Outlook

Kowalski Outlines Bermuda’s Economic Outlook

Nathan Kowalski outlined the challenges and opportunities facing Bermuda in a presentation at the Association of Bermuda International Companies’ [ABIC] annual general meeting, highlighting the “implications of a shrinking and aging population, the growth of international business, advances in artificial intelligence, and the ongoing housing... Read more of this article

UK Export Finance Delegation Visits Bermuda

UK Export Finance Delegation Visits Bermuda

Governor Andrew Murdoch welcomed UK Export Finance to Bermuda from November 17 to 19 to discuss trade, investment, and collaboration opportunities. A spokesperson said, “The UK government’s export credit agency, UKEF are a key partner in enabling global trade and investment offering a range of competitive financial products. “They have... Read more of this article

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 24 2025

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 24 2025

November 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 2,979.02, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 50 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 21 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 20 2025 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article

ENTERTAINMENT

No Fireworks At The City Tree Celebration

No Fireworks At The City Tree Celebration

The City of Hamilton says the fireworks portion of this year’s Rockin’ Around the City Tree event has been cancelled due to an “unforeseen technical challenge” while the rest of the festive celebration will proceed as planned. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton advises the public that, due to an unforeseen technical challenge... Read more of this article

BNT Announces 2025 Student Art Winners

BNT Announces 2025 Student Art Winners

The Bermuda National Trust announced that Savana Walters and Solomon Turner won the 2025 Student Art Competition. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda National Trust is pleased to announce the winners of its 2025 Student Art Competition sponsored by Sompo International. This year’s theme was “Wild Bermuda”. Savana Walters and Solomon Turner... Read more of this article

Black Pony Gallery Artists At SCOPE In Miami

Black Pony Gallery Artists At SCOPE In Miami

Black Pony Gallery will be taking part in the SCOPE Art Show, booth C21, during the Miami Art Week, from December 2-7, 2025. A spokesperson said, “SCOPE Art Show is the premier showcase for contemporary art, convening the most dynamic emerging galleries and artists from around the world for more than two decades. SCOPE is located in a bespoke pavilion... Read more of this article


ENVIRONMENT

Photos & Video: Greenrock Living Green Expo

Photos & Video: Greenrock Living Green Expo

The Greenrock Living Green Expo was held this weekend at the Bermuda Botanical Gardens, featuring sustainable products, eco-friendly practices, and family-friendly activities. Related Stories Photos, Video & 360: Living Green Expo Photos &... Read more of this article

Greenpeace Urges Protection Of Sargasso Sea

Greenpeace Urges Protection Of Sargasso Sea

“The UK and the UK Overseas Territory of Bermuda are active members of the Sargasso Sea Commission and well positioned to jointly spearhead a global sanctuary proposal in the Sargasso Sea,” Greenpeace said in their submission submitted to the British Parliament House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee. In their submission to the Governing... Read more of this article

College Eco Club’s Sip/Swap/Slay Fundraiser

College Eco Club’s Sip/Swap/Slay Fundraiser

The Bermuda College Eco Club is hosting its Sip/Swap/Slay fundraiser on Saturday, November 29. A spokesperson said, “The community are invited to attend this fun fundraiser for Bermuda College Eco Club on Saturday November 29th at the Athene Lecture Hall at the Bermuda College campus. “Sip/Sway/Slay will start at 6.00pm with a mini fashion show... Read more of this article

CRIME

BPS Renew Appeal In Wilfred Outerbridge Murder

BPS Renew Appeal In Wilfred Outerbridge Murder

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is renewing its appeal to the public for any information to assist with the investigation into the murder of 35-year-old Wilfred Outerbridge Jr. A police spokesperson said, “The father of three was fatally shot at his home in Warwick around 9:00pm on 21st November 2023. “Anyone with information that may help... Read more of this article

Police Investigate Home Invasion In Warwick

Police Investigate Home Invasion In Warwick

Police are appealing for witnesses after a reported home invasion in Warwick in which two suspects, who were carrying bladed weapons, stole jewellery. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:15 p.m. on Sunday, November 16, 2025, police attended a reported home invasion on Tribe Road number one, Warwick. Initial information suggests two suspects carrying... Read more of this article

Police Ask People To Not Circulate Fight Video

Police Ask People To Not Circulate Fight Video

The Bermuda Police Service said they are aware of a “video clip depicting an altercation involving a female and a male, being circulated on social media. A police spokesperson said, “The incident depicted is a historical one, which is currently under investigation, with one person arrested and bailed. “Sharing this video clip could... Read more of this article

TECHNOLOGY

BELCO Offers ‘Voluntary Separation Package’

BELCO Offers ‘Voluntary Separation Package’

BELCO is reviewing all “operational costs and processes and reducing our operating expenses where possible” and “as part of this process, BELCO is offering a Voluntary Separation Package to employees.” BELCO President Wayne Caines said: “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] is always seeking ways to lower costs and ensure value for our... Read more of this article

BHB Telephone System Upgrade On Nov 22

BHB Telephone System Upgrade On Nov 22

The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will undergo a telephone system upgrade on Saturday [Nov 22] from 5.00am to 9.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] will be undergoing a telephone system upgrade this weekend. The work is not expected to significantly impact calls to and from the hospitals. In the first few hours of the upgrade, people calling the... Read more of this article

Column: OBA’s Smith On ScreenTime & More

Column: OBA’s Smith On ScreenTime & More

[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] Whether you are a parent, guardian or anyone who interacts with children and teens, chances are you have asked yourself multiple times, “Are cell phones helping our youth or are they doing more harm than good?” Trust me, you are not alone. I hear this all the time from adults and sometimes teens, who admit they spend... Read more of this article

ACCIDENTS & FIRES

Single Vehicle Collision On Middle Road

Single Vehicle Collision On Middle Road

Traffic diversions are in place this morning [Nov 24] due to a collision on Middle Road. A police spokesperson said, “Police are currently on the scene of a single-vehicle traffic collision on Middle Road near TN Tatem involving a car and a wall. “Initial reports indicate that an elderly female occupant was injured in the incident. The severity... Read more of this article

‘Collision Involved Motorcycle And Parked Car’

‘Collision Involved Motorcycle And Parked Car’

A collision involving a motorcycle and a parked car occurred approximately 9:45 p.m. on Sunday [Nov 23] in Hamilton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “Police and other emergency services responded to a report of a serious road traffic collision at approximately 9:45 p.m. on Sunday, 23 November 2025, in the area of Trinity Church Road, Hamilton... Read more of this article

Collision Involving Van & Motorcycle In Pembroke

Collision Involving Van & Motorcycle In Pembroke

A road traffic collision — involving a van and a motorcycle — occurred on St. John’s Road in the area of Cox’s Hill, Pembroke, this afternoon [Nov 23]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:20 PM on Sunday, 23 November 2025, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported road traffic collision on St. John’s Road, in the... Read more of this article


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