Premier David Burt welcomed Anglican Church leaders to the Cabinet Office during a courtesy visit ahead of the 400th Anniversary Celebration and Rededication of St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Warwick. A Government spokesperson said, “The delegation included His Grace, the Most Reverend Philip S. Wright, Archbishop of the Province of the West... Read more of this article
The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] is joining organisations and communities around the world in recognising October as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, using the month to increase understanding of the many forms domestic abuse can take, encourage greater support for survivors, and highlight resources available to women in Bermuda. A spokesperson said,... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced the appointment of Aaron Crichlow as Chair of the Consumer Affairs Board. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Aaron Crichlow as Chair of the Consumer Affairs Board, effective September 11, 2026, in accordance with the provisions of the... Read more of this article
HSBC announced the “next phase of its digital banking transformation with the launch of HSBCnio, a digital solution that simplifies the banking experience for its corporate and institutional clients. ” A spokesperson said, “HSBCnio brings HSBC’s services, data and intelligence into the channels, platforms and workflows where clients... Read more of this article
Olympian and Commonwealth Games record holder Clarence “Nicky” Saunders has been appointed Secretary General of the Bermuda Olympic Association, succeeding Branwen Smith-King following her retirement after six years in the role. A spokesperson said, “Saunders, who represented Bermuda in high jump at the 1984, 1988 and 1992 Olympics and holds... Read more of this article
Students at Bermuda College can now complete the first year of an electrical engineering pathway at home before transferring directly into year two of a degree at Dalhousie University in Canada. A spokesperson said, “The new articulation agreement provides a four-year route to the degree, starting with full-time science study at the College and... Read more of this article
The inaugural Bermuda Black Film Festival will be held from October 15–18, 2026, with a theme of ’Connecting Voices Across the Diaspora.’ A spokesperson said, “Bermuda will take its place at the centre of an important global cultural conversation when the inaugural Bermuda Black Film Festival which launches the 15th to the 18th... Read more of this article
Bermudian James Darrell has turned the island’s recent rattlesnake drama into an anime action series featuring a fictional hero who takes on the reptile. The independently produced project, The R.O.K. [Rise of Kadeem], incorporates Bermudian locations, culture and storytelling into an original anime-style series. In the first episode, Kadeem battles... Read more of this article
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Ministry of Health is encouraging women across Bermuda to prioritise their breast health, stay informed, and support one another in early detection and care. A Government spokesperson said, “Breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Bermuda, affecting families, workplaces... Read more of this article
Sean Trott has put a twist on the traditional road race for the second Word of Life Bermuda 5K Run and Walk, with competitors challenged to predict their finishing time without the use of a watch or other timing device. The event will take place at Astwood Park on Saturday, October 10, with proceeds going towards Word of Life Bermuda, a Christian mission... Read more of this article
Yung Gunz Sound [YGS] will celebrate 25 years of music, friendship and entertainment with its “Memory Lane” anniversary event at Docksiders on Saturday [October 3]. A spokesperson said, “Twenty-five years of music, friendship and entertainment will take centre stage this Saturday, October 3, as Yung Gunz Sound celebrates its anniversary with ‘Memory... Read more of this article
Stephen Astwood, Darius Cox, Seion Darrell, Jason Ingham, Shamar Jabbar, Manoj Paynter, Zekiro White, and Keenan Williams completed a port-worker training programme delivered in partnership with the Port Management Association of the Caribbean and the Caribbean Maritime University [CMU]. A spokesperson said, “Eight employees of Stevedoring Services... Read more of this article
Bermuda Art Month returns from October 1–31, bringing the island’s arts community together through a month-long celebration of artistic expression, people and traditions. A spokesperson said, “For one month, Bermuda becomes a canvas for artistic expression, revealing the island in ways both familiar and unexpected. Art Month returns October 1–31,... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises motorists and residents that “the final phase of roadworks for the Swing Bridge detour route is underway, marking another important step towards construction of the new Swing Bridge.” A Government spokesperson said, “Due to delays affecting paving works, the change is now expected... Read more of this article
ABIR partnered with Centre for European Policy Studies [CEPS] / European Capital Markets Institute [ECMI] to produce ‘Ten Years of Solvency II Equivalence’ a historic document describing the ongoing importance of Bermuda’s commercial reinsurance market to the European Economic Area [EEA]. A spokesperson said, “On January 1, 2026, Bermuda... Read more of this article
Bermuda filmmaker Andrew Stevenson’s documentary, If They Were Us: The Humpback Whales of the Sargasso Sea, won first place in the Marine Ecosystems category at the 2026 Wildlife Conservation Film Festival [WCFF]. The film was also named a Best Feature finalist and placed third in Best Cinematography at the event, which took place at the Elite Cinema... Read more of this article
On September 26, Sail Away Soca boarded theUberVida for its annual fundraiser supporting The Stephen Lee Helping Hands Foundation, bringing together soca, community, positivity, and purpose. Having recently received official charity status, Helping Hands is entering a new stage of growth, with an increased focus on developing corporate and community... Read more of this article
Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher scored for FH Hafnarfjörður against Eintracht Frankfurt in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Women’s Europa Cup in Germany on Wednesday [September 30]. Christopher headed in a cross from Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir in the 12th minute to give the Icelandic side a 1–0 lead in the second leg. Her goal levelled... Read more of this article
During September, Bernews posted over 100 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included a boat fire in Hamilton Harbour, Labour Day events, Kane Crichlow’s goal directly from a corner, Nicholas Christopher’s NFL halftime performance, the Mangrove Bay... Read more of this article
The life and legacy of Bermudian golfer and sporting ambassador Keith Pearman were recently celebrated at an annual memorial tournament at Mid Ocean Club. A spokesperson said, “The life of a trailblazing Black professional golfer and one of Bermuda’s most loved sporting ambassadors was celebrated at Mid Ocean Club on September 12, 2026. “Keith... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has advised motorists of road closures on Sunday [Oct 4] for the PartnerRe Women’s 5K Run/Walk. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises motorists that road closures will be in effect for the PartnerRe Women’s 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, 4 October 2026, from 8:45... Read more of this article
Olympian and Commonwealth Games record holder Clarence “Nicky” Saunders has been appointed Secretary General of the Bermuda Olympic Association, succeeding Branwen Smith-King following her retirement after six years in the role. A spokesperson said, “Saunders, who represented Bermuda in high jump at the 1984, 1988 and 1992 Olympics and holds... Read more of this article
Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher scored for FH Hafnarfjörður against Eintracht Frankfurt in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Women’s Europa Cup in Germany on Wednesday [September 30]. Christopher headed in a cross from Ingibjörg Magnúsdóttir in the 12th minute to give the Icelandic side a 1–0 lead in the second leg. Her goal levelled... Read more of this article
October 1 saw 3,177 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $160,266.50 BD. 2,525 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 2.6% at $56.50 per share, while another 652 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 2.2% at $27.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,654.60, down 2.46% on the day. There were... Read more of this article
HSBC announced the “next phase of its digital banking transformation with the launch of HSBCnio, a digital solution that simplifies the banking experience for its corporate and institutional clients. ” A spokesperson said, “HSBCnio brings HSBC’s services, data and intelligence into the channels, platforms and workflows where clients... Read more of this article
Mosaic Insurance now “underwrites political violence coverage through its European headquarters in Germany to meet rising demand through the region.” A spokesperson said, “The company offers up to €100M of syndicated capacity, which is now accessible directly from its headquarters in Cologne. Tailored coverage applies to a full spectrum... Read more of this article
The inaugural Bermuda Black Film Festival will be held from October 15–18, 2026, with a theme of ’Connecting Voices Across the Diaspora.’ A spokesperson said, “Bermuda will take its place at the centre of an important global cultural conversation when the inaugural Bermuda Black Film Festival which launches the 15th to the 18th... Read more of this article
Bermudian James Darrell has turned the island’s recent rattlesnake drama into an anime action series featuring a fictional hero who takes on the reptile. The independently produced project, The R.O.K. [Rise of Kadeem], incorporates Bermudian locations, culture and storytelling into an original anime-style series. In the first episode, Kadeem battles... Read more of this article
Yung Gunz Sound [YGS] will celebrate 25 years of music, friendship and entertainment with its “Memory Lane” anniversary event at Docksiders on Saturday [October 3]. A spokesperson said, “Twenty-five years of music, friendship and entertainment will take centre stage this Saturday, October 3, as Yung Gunz Sound celebrates its anniversary with ‘Memory... Read more of this article
Bermudian James Darrell has turned the island’s recent rattlesnake drama into an anime action series featuring a fictional hero who takes on the reptile. The independently produced project, The R.O.K. [Rise of Kadeem], incorporates Bermudian locations, culture and storytelling into an original anime-style series. In the first episode, Kadeem battles... Read more of this article
Bermuda filmmaker Andrew Stevenson’s documentary, If They Were Us: The Humpback Whales of the Sargasso Sea, won first place in the Marine Ecosystems category at the 2026 Wildlife Conservation Film Festival [WCFF]. The film was also named a Best Feature finalist and placed third in Best Cinematography at the event, which took place at the Elite Cinema... Read more of this article
the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the 2024 Environmental Statistics Compendium from the Department of Statistics. A Government spokesperson said, “The Compendium is structured into thirteen sections and contains brief analyses, tables and graphs for each section. It includes more than 40 statistical tables that provide a wealth of data... Read more of this article
Police are investigating an “incident involved two high school aged males” in Hamilton, which left one injured and resulted in the arrest of the other. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 5:00pm, on Tuesday, 29 September 2026, police officers responded to a report of a disturbance in the vicinity of Washington Mall and Queen... Read more of this article
[Updated] A single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred at the junction of Crow Lane and Lane Hill in Pembroke this afternoon [Sept 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, 27 September 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle... Read more of this article
A 20-year-old man was arrested for having a bladed article in a public place and possession of controlled drugs. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 police officers were conducting traffic abatement operations in the area of Barnes Corner, Southampton, when they had cause to stop a motorcycle carrying... Read more of this article
HSBC announced the “next phase of its digital banking transformation with the launch of HSBCnio, a digital solution that simplifies the banking experience for its corporate and institutional clients. ” A spokesperson said, “HSBCnio brings HSBC’s services, data and intelligence into the channels, platforms and workflows where clients run their businesses.... Read more of this article
Mike Perkins has launched NorthRock Cyber-Risk & Compliance Limited in Bermuda, offering “independent cybersecurity assessments and penetration testing, cyber-risk and governance services, and managed compliance programmes designed around Bermuda’s Personal Information Protection Act.” A spokesperson said, “NorthRock Cyber-Risk & Compliance... Read more of this article
PwC’s 2026 Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey, which interviewed nearly 50,000 workers across 48 countries and regions, finds diverging optimism in the growth trajectories and experiences of employees – as workers face rapid change, rising workloads and greater cost-of-living pressures. A spokesperson said, “A growing AI skills divide is creating a diverging... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service is teaming up with the US National Fire Protection Association [NFPA] to support Fire Safety Awareness Week, which takes place from October 5-9, 2026. A Government spokesperson said, “This year’s FSAW theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” focuses on the simple steps people... Read more of this article
[Updated] A single-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle occurred at the junction of Crow Lane and Lane Hill in Pembroke this afternoon [Sept 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4:15 p.m. on Sunday, 27 September 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious single vehicle collision involving a motorcycle... Read more of this article
[Updated] Police are on scene at a collision in St George’s this afternoon [Sept 21]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a rental car, on Mullet Bay Road, just west of Mullet Bay Park, St. George’s. “Police officers are on scene assisting with traffic flow, which is currently... Read more of this article
