Nahki Wells, Danté Leverock, and Dale Eve are among the footballers included in the squad for the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying matches in September. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is delighted to announce the final team selected for the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying matches in September 2025. “Here we are at the... Read more of this article
Innovative environmental DNA sequencing and acoustic surveys have revealed “vulnerable and near-threatened species” in the Sargasso Sea, Greenpeace said. A spokesperson said, “The presence of elusive pygmy sperm whales, as well as vulnerable and near-threatened species, has been detected in the Sargasso Sea using innovative environmental... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] Twelve-year-old Zoe Oduntan has set out to build a youth rowing community in Bermuda by founding the Longtails Rowing Club. The club, operating under the Bermuda Rowing Association [BRA], already has 12 middle- and high-school members and is seeking volunteers with sculling experience, either to coach on a volunteer basis... Read more of this article
Bermuda women’s footballer Leilanni Nesbeth has reflected on the hurdles she has overcome during her sporting journey during a recent interview. The Chicago Red Stars midfielder was recently featured on the National Women’s Soccer League’s ION Features, where she spoke candidly about her dual passion for football and cricket, and the personal... Read more of this article
Lightning illuminated the skies over St. George’s and the East End on Wednesday evening, and one of Bernews photographers captured the images below. Related Stories Photos: Last Night’s Lightning & Thunderstorm Govt. Voicemail Not Operational Following Storm Lightning Strikes Roof Of Southampton Church Photos: Lightning... Read more of this article
A van & pedestrian collision on Front Street, a disruptive inmate during transport, the Bermuda Tax Reform Commission Report, Sompo’s $3.5 billion acquisition of Aspen, a roadside trimming campaign launched by the Ministry of Public Works and Environment, 172 students taking part in an employment initiative, and a virtual career session... Read more of this article
The Tax Reform Commission [TRC] today released its report on policy recommendations to “reshape Bermuda’s tax system to reduce the cost of living and the cost of doing business, and to promote job creation, economic growth, social equity and healthy public finances.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance,... Read more of this article
An inmate being transported from the Courts to the Co-Ed Facility “became disruptive and attempted to manipulate their restraints,” and “additional officers were called to assist” and “the situation was contained.” A Government spokesman advised: “A Department of Corrections escort was transporting an inmate from... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is launching a public awareness campaign to remind property owners to routinely trim overhanging trees and hedges that extend onto the Island’s roadways. A Government spokesperson said, “Through Government and Waste Management communication platforms, the campaign will encourage residents to act now to... Read more of this article
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] is celebrating 172 students for participating in the 2025 Youth Employment Programmes this summer, an initiative designed to “bridge the gap between education and meaningful employment.” A Government spokesperson said, “The programmes, which include the Summer Employment Programme and Summer... Read more of this article
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] “encourages recent college and university graduates who are currently unemployed to take advantage of a new opportunity designed to help them transition from higher education into meaningful careers.” A Government spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., the Department... Read more of this article
A pedestrian was injured after being struck by van on Front Street this morning [Aug 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, 27th August 2025, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious collision involving a pedestrian and a light van on Front Street between King Street and Court Street. “Early... Read more of this article
A wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. has entered into an agreement pursuant to acquire Aspen Insurance Holdings for approximately $3.5 billion. A spokesperson said, “Sompo Holdings, Inc. announced today that a wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. [“SIH”], has entered into a definitive merger... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Kim Smith] When you look out of your window in Bermuda, the view may seem calm and beautiful. However, that beauty is in danger — from climate change, overdevelopment, plastic pollution, and weakened environmental protections. It’s easy to think that environmental issues are happening “somewhere else.” But the reality... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] Young Black males in Bermuda are in crisis. There is simply no other way to put it and it’s way past time we take our heads out of the sand and face the truth. Gun violence is not a distant problem. Even if you have not had to identify your son’s gun riddled body or break down when your child is lowered... Read more of this article
Two teens arrested in separate incidents, Supreme Court dismisses collision appeal, Norwegian Aqua makes inaugural call, Bermuda Post Office suspends some US mail shipments, Somersfield opens 2026 scholarship applications, nine students selected for ASU BIOS internships, three schools receive FIDE accreditation and Wallpaper Wednesday features Swirling... Read more of this article
Bermuda women’s footballer Leilanni Nesbeth has reflected on the hurdles she has overcome during her sporting journey during a recent interview. The Chicago Red Stars midfielder was recently featured on the National Women’s Soccer League’s ION Features, where she spoke candidly about her dual passion for football and cricket, and the personal... Read more of this article
A van & pedestrian collision on Front Street, a disruptive inmate during transport, the Bermuda Tax Reform Commission Report, Sompo’s $3.5 billion acquisition of Aspen, a roadside trimming campaign launched by the Ministry of Public Works and Environment, 172 students taking part in an employment initiative, and a virtual career session... Read more of this article
Two teens arrested in separate incidents, Supreme Court dismisses collision appeal, Norwegian Aqua makes inaugural call, Bermuda Post Office suspends some US mail shipments, Somersfield opens 2026 scholarship applications, nine students selected for ASU BIOS internships, three schools receive FIDE accreditation and Wallpaper Wednesday features Swirling... Read more of this article
Ten footballers from the DaRock Elite Academy had a tour of Anfield – the iconic home of Premier League champions Liverpool – and enjoyed a training session on day three of their tour of England. “Another massive day of football and learning!” said Danté Leverock, the Bermuda defender and founder of the DaRock Elite Academy. “We kicked things... Read more of this article
A team of Bermuda cyclists are heading to Barbados for the Junior Caribbean Cycling Championships. Representing the island are Charlotte Millington, Skye Ferguson, Keon Stevens, Andrew Thomas and Jacob Wright. The championships run from Saturday [August 30] to Sunday. Peter Dunne, team manager, and mechanic and coach Chequan Richardson have travelled... Read more of this article
Nahki Wells, Danté Leverock, and Dale Eve are among the footballers included in the squad for the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying matches in September. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is delighted to announce the final team selected for the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying matches in September 2025. “Here we are at the... Read more of this article
Conduit Re has promoted Angus Hampton to Head of Casualty, expanded Peter Kiernan’s role as Head of Property to include broker and client management, and appointed David Frawley to its specialty team alongside Marc Bearman. A spokesperson said, “Conduit Re, a multi-line Bermuda-based reinsurance business, is pleased to announce several promotions... Read more of this article
Liberty Mutual Reinsurance and Safehub have launched ShakeNet Parametric, a next-generation earthquake insurance solution powered by advanced seismic data. A spokesperson said, “Liberty Mutual Reinsurance [LM Re], part of Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, and Safehub, a leading provider of seismic sensor and risk management technology, today announced... Read more of this article
August 27 saw 2,744 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $123,422.70 BD. 2,744 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 2.3% at $45.00 per share, while another 2 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $17.51 per share. The BSX finished at 2,983.96, up 1.91% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0... Read more of this article
[Written by Dale Butler] The 90th birthday celebration of Kurt Stapff, organized by his wife Rose Ann and daughters Natalie and Joanna at a Warwick residence, was a magical, musical treat on Saturday, August 23rd. It brought back memories of the Waterlot Sunday brunches where they greeted patrons with the sounds of New Orleans from their band The Somers... Read more of this article
KFC has sponsored the Bermuda National Library’s Youth Library Reading Challenge, ‘Level Up at Your Library’. A spokesperson said, “The programme, designed to build literacy and a love of reading among Bermuda’s youth, recently celebrated 51 participants who successfully completed the challenge. To recognise their achievement, KFC rewarded... Read more of this article
Bermudian poet Nancy Anne Miller has been recognized internationally with the publication of five poems in BIM: Arts for the 21st Century, the distinguished Caribbean literary journal first launched in Barbados in 1942. A spokesperson said, “The importance of the magazine is that it provides a miniature history of primary sources in West Indian literature.... Read more of this article
Innovative environmental DNA sequencing and acoustic surveys have revealed “vulnerable and near-threatened species” in the Sargasso Sea, Greenpeace said. A spokesperson said, “The presence of elusive pygmy sperm whales, as well as vulnerable and near-threatened species, has been detected in the Sargasso Sea using innovative environmental... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is launching a public awareness campaign to remind property owners to routinely trim overhanging trees and hedges that extend onto the Island’s roadways. A Government spokesperson said, “Through Government and Waste Management communication platforms, the campaign will encourage residents to act now to... Read more of this article
The “Trees4Scores” initiative, which links cricket and football performances to the planting of native ecosystems in Bermuda, is underway. A spokesperson said, “This year’s 5th annual Youth Climate Summit [YCS], hosted by the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI], includes ‘Trees4Scores’, a ground-breaking environmental... Read more of this article
An inmate being transported from the Courts to the Co-Ed Facility “became disruptive and attempted to manipulate their restraints,” and “additional officers were called to assist” and “the situation was contained.” A Government spokesman advised: “A Department of Corrections escort was transporting an inmate from... Read more of this article
Police arrested two teenagers in separate incidents which both involved the police pursuing the suspects, with a 17-year-old female arrested for offenses including disqualified driving and failing to stop for police, while a 17-year-old male was arrested for possession of a bladed article, driving while disqualified by reason of age, and dangerous... Read more of this article
“This is not a game and to suggest that this is a political football is abhorrent. Far too many peoples’ sons and daughters have lost their lives to gun violence. The Government has a responsibility to shape policy and ensure that the law operates to safeguard the community. We must provide those incarcerated and in the community with real... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a pink and blue wave abstract, offering a vibrant and modern backdrop inspired by the island’s coastal hues. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram... Read more of this article
ESports Bermuda Ltd. has officially launched and will host its EA FC Tournament 2025 on Saturday [Aug 30]. A spokesperson said, “ESports Bermuda Ltd., a newly established organization dedicated to advancing competitive gaming in Bermuda, is proud to announce its official launch. With a mission to grow the local esports community and create opportunities for Bermudian... Read more of this article
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC] has installed a second state-of-the-art GE Senographe Pristina 3D mammography machine. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC], an independent nonprofit medical facility, is proud to announce the installation of a second state-of-the-art GE Senographe Pristina 3D mammography machine. This new machine strengthens... Read more of this article
A pedestrian was injured after being struck by van on Front Street this morning [Aug 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, 27th August 2025, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious collision involving a pedestrian and a light van on Front Street between King Street and Court Street. “Early... Read more of this article
The court has dismissed an appeal from Dennis Webb relating to a conviction of causing bodily harm by driving without due care and attention for an incident in 2016, which resulted in a female pedestrian . The ruling said, “Mr. Webb appeals his conviction of causing bodily harm by driving without due care and attention under section 37A of the... Read more of this article
[Updated] A collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar occurred near the junction of Harrington Hundreds Road and Knapton Hill this evening [Aug 24]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar near the junction of Harrington Hundreds Road and Knapton Hill. “As a... Read more of this article
