The Bermuda Police Service is urging residents and business staff to remain vigilant against sophisticated online and telephone scams targeting local bank accounts. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is continuing to advise residents, as well as business staff, to remain vigilant for sophisticated online and telephone-based... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Football Association is mourning the passing of Frederick “Pinks” Lewis, honouring his decades of service and lasting contributions to Bermudian football as a player, coach, mentor and administrator. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] extends its deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the family,... Read more of this article
The police are renewing their appeal for information about the 2016 murder of 19-year-old Isaiah Furbert. A police spokesperson said, “Approximately 10:00p.m. 18th October 2016, 19-year-old Isaiah Furbert was fatally shot inside of his residence, on Upland Street, Devonshire. “Detectives are renewing an appeal for witnesses and anyone with... Read more of this article
Jasmine Spence has described winning bronze with England at the World Minifootball Federation Women’s World Cup in Mali Losinj, Croatia, as the highlight of her career. England beat Slovakia 2-0 on penalties in the third-place play-off after the match finished 2-2 in regulation time. Spence, who plays for non-league side Newport Pagnell Town, was... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] hosted its annual Prize Giving Awards Ceremony on Saturday, October 24th, at the Warwick Workmen’s Club, bringing together players, coaches, officials, and administrators to honor superior individual and team performances across the 2026 domestic cricket season. A spokesperson said, “The event opened with a solemn... Read more of this article
[Updated] Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva is holding a press conference today [Oct 26] to provide an update on the Chelsea House renovations. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Update 7.54pm: Minister Zane DeSilva... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] Austin Smotherman edged out Seamus Power in a play-off to win the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship today [October 26]. The American and Ireland’s Power were tied at 16 under after 54 holes at Port Royal Golf Course, following the cancellation of the final round because of adverse weather. Play was delayed yesterday because... Read more of this article
[Updated] An “inmate sustained injuries” during an “incident that occurred during an inmate escort,” officials have confirmed. A spokesperson said, “The Department of Corrections is aware of public interest regarding an incident that occurred during an inmate escort last Friday afternoon. “No Corrections Officers... Read more of this article
Teen Services and Teen Haven and the Government have issued statements regarding the organisation’s planned closure on December 31, 2026, following longstanding financial and operational challenges. Board of Teen Services and Teen Haven statement: The Board of Teen Services and Teen Haven said, “Teen Services and Teen Haven acknowledges the unfortunate... Read more of this article
This past weekend saw a multitude of international athletes competing on our shores as the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship golf event took place, along with the CARIFTA Triathlon Championships and Bermuda World Tennis Open. In addition, the Allan Warner Memorial Gombey March was held and our Bermuda U15 football team won two matches at the FIFA... Read more of this article
TROIKA Bermuda has unveiled a first look at its highly anticipated production of The Wiz, offering audiences a glimpse of Dorothy and the mysterious Wiz as the countdown to opening night continues. A spokesperson said, “With just over a week until the curtain rises, excitement surrounding the production continues to build, with 95% of tickets... Read more of this article
[Column written by Nadia Arandjelovic-Laws] There is a particular kind of frustration that comes from knowing you want something to change but having absolutely no idea where to begin. Perhaps you want to change careers, start a business, travel more or simply feel more like yourself again. You might have saved dozens of inspirational posts on Instagram... Read more of this article
“Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm that the 17-year-old young man shot on Curving Avenue, Pembroke, more than a week ago, has since succumbed to his injuries, at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital,” the police said this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Following the teen’s passing, a BPS Family Liaison... Read more of this article
Archers Jaydon Roberts and Braeden Fraser won gold medals in their respective divisions at the Caribbean Championships in Guyana. Roberts won the senior Caribbean Archery Championship at 70 metres, while Fraser claimed the Caribbean Development Championship title at 40 metres. Their victories gave Bermuda two gold medals at the regional championships. Related... Read more of this article
A playoff between Seamus Power and Austin Smotherman will be conducted to determine the champion at the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, the organisers have announced. A spokesperson said, “Due to the unfavorable weather forecast for Monday at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship and the uncertainty surrounding the completion of the entire... Read more of this article
[Updated] Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva is holding a press conference today [Oct 26] to provide an update on the Chelsea House renovations. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Update 7.54pm: Minister Zane DeSilva... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] Austin Smotherman edged out Seamus Power in a play-off to win the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship today [October 26]. The American and Ireland’s Power were tied at 16 under after 54 holes at Port Royal Golf Course, following the cancellation of the final round because of adverse weather. Play was delayed yesterday because... Read more of this article
News that Bermuda’s Carifta triathlon athletes won multiple medals, the Bermuda Under 15 football team won their first match at the FIFA World Cup, the Bermuda College Foundation awarded $308,000 in scholarships and financial assistance, and Bermuda College secured full reaccreditation were among the positive news stories from the past week. In... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Football Association is mourning the passing of Frederick “Pinks” Lewis, honouring his decades of service and lasting contributions to Bermudian football as a player, coach, mentor and administrator. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] extends its deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the family,... Read more of this article
Jasmine Spence has described winning bronze with England at the World Minifootball Federation Women’s World Cup in Mali Losinj, Croatia, as the highlight of her career. England beat Slovakia 2-0 on penalties in the third-place play-off after the match finished 2-2 in regulation time. Spence, who plays for non-league side Newport Pagnell Town, was... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] hosted its annual Prize Giving Awards Ceremony on Saturday, October 24th, at the Warwick Workmen’s Club, bringing together players, coaches, officials, and administrators to honor superior individual and team performances across the 2026 domestic cricket season. A spokesperson said, “The event opened with a solemn... Read more of this article
AM Best affirmed Maxseguros EPM Ltd.’s financial strength rating of A- [Excellent] and long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” [Excellent], with stable outlooks. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of Maxseguros EPM Ltd.... Read more of this article
AM Best affirmed Stellar Insurance’s ratings with stable outlooks, citing strong performance and its role within Saudi Aramco. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a+” [Excellent] of Stellar Insurance, Ltd. [Stellar] [Bermuda], an indirectly... Read more of this article
The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is getting into the Halloween spirit, with decorations in their lobby and carved pumpkins created by Chef Ernie Ogalesco. You can view a photo gallery of the display below, and for all of our coverage of Halloween over the years, click here. Related Stories Photos & Video: Halloween... Read more of this article
TROIKA Bermuda has unveiled a first look at its highly anticipated production of The Wiz, offering audiences a glimpse of Dorothy and the mysterious Wiz as the countdown to opening night continues. A spokesperson said, “With just over a week until the curtain rises, excitement surrounding the production continues to build, with 95% of tickets... Read more of this article
The Gombey Warriors held the Allan Warner Memorial Road March last night [Oct 24] to honour the late Gombey leader’s life, legacy and contributions to preserving Bermuda’s Gombey culture. In announcing the event via their Instagram page, the group said, “Join us as we celebrate his life, influence, legacy and commitment to the culture 10 years... Read more of this article
The 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship is taking place at Port Royal Golf Course from October 22 to 25, bringing some of the world’s top professional golfers to Bermuda, with locals enjoying the opportunity to watch world-class golf on our shores. You can view a photo gallery showing attendees at the event from the event below and all our coverage... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] is inviting students aged 10 to 18 to enter a video contest highlighting the importance of protecting Bermuda’s ocean, with entries due by November 8. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] is inviting students across Bermuda to enter a new video contest and speak up as young... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] The Governments of the United Kingdom and Bermuda welcomed partners from governments, civil society and the scientific community to the inaugural signing of the Hamilton II Declaration. A spokesperson said, “More than a decade after the signing of the Hamilton Declaration, the Hamilton II Declaration demonstrates the continued... Read more of this article
UK Minister Uma Kumaran began her first Bermuda visit with meetings on local issues and plans to sign the Hamilton II Declaration on Sargasso Sea protection. A Government spokesperson said, “Uma Kumaran, UK Minister for the Overseas Territories, the Caribbean and Global Technology, was welcomed to the Cabinet Office today during her first visit... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service is urging residents and business staff to remain vigilant against sophisticated online and telephone scams targeting local bank accounts. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is continuing to advise residents, as well as business staff, to remain vigilant for sophisticated online and telephone-based... Read more of this article
The police are renewing their appeal for information about the 2016 murder of 19-year-old Isaiah Furbert. A police spokesperson said, “Approximately 10:00p.m. 18th October 2016, 19-year-old Isaiah Furbert was fatally shot inside of his residence, on Upland Street, Devonshire. “Detectives are renewing an appeal for witnesses and anyone with... Read more of this article
“Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm that the 17-year-old young man shot on Curving Avenue, Pembroke, more than a week ago, has since succumbed to his injuries, at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital,” the police said this evening. A police spokesperson said, “Following the teen’s passing, a BPS Family Liaison... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Education has relaunched its CyberTips programme, offering online safety workshops and digital literacy resources for Bermuda’s students, families and educators. A Government spokesperson said, “CyberTips, the Ministry of Education’s online safety and digital literacy programme, relaunched in Bermuda’s schools on 9 October 2026, with workshops... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Airport Authority [BAA], through its Memorandum of Cooperation [MoC] with the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration [FAA], partnered with the FAA to replace and upgrade the emergency backup radios at the Bermuda Air Traffic Control Tower with new General Dynamics URC-300E transceivers. A spokesperson said, “The upgrade represents an important enhancement... Read more of this article
[Updated] The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has temporarily taken its community reporting portal offline for essential maintenance, with alternative reporting options available through 211, 911 for emergencies, or in person at any police station. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] advises the public that our community reporting portal [https://portal.police.bm]... Read more of this article
A two-vehicle collision occurred on South Road near Harbourview Drive in Southampton. A police spokesperson said, “Police are currently at the scene of a two-vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, near the junction of Harbourview Drive, Southampton, in the vicinity of the Southampton Princess entrance. “The collision involved two... Read more of this article
A truck driver “collided with the back of the stopped bus” and “eight bus passengers, men and women ranging in age from 30 to 83, sustained injuries.” A police spokesperson said, “Inquiries are ongoing, regarding the circumstances of a collision involving a truck and a Department of Public Transportation bus that occurred... Read more of this article
The Cruising Club of America has released a 63-page report examining 28 yacht-to-yacht rescues, highlighting key lessons in emergency communication, decision-making, safe crew transfers and offshore rescue preparedness. A spokesperson said, “When a yacht is in distress far offshore, another sailing crew may be its best chance of rescue. A new... Read more of this article
