Large crowds gathered at Admiralty House today [June 13] for ‘Waves: Soca in the Water,’ a highly anticipated Carnival in Bermuda event that brought together soca music, entertainment, and vibrant water festivities. The high-energy event featured a dynamic headline performance by international soca superstar Machel Montano, alongside an... Read more of this article
Young athletes took part in the 36th annual Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon at Clearwater Beach today [June 13], competing in swim, bike and run events across multiple age groups. Aine Fahy won the female 7 to 10 non-racing bike category in 16:55.71, while Ted Brogden took first place in the male 7 to 10 non-racing bike division in 16:33.25. In the 7 to... Read more of this article
A funeral service for former Premier and National Hero Sir John Swan will be held at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity on Wednesday, June 24, with members of the public invited to attend either in person or via livestream. The Government previously announced that a condolence book will be available for the public to sign from Tuesday, 16th June... Read more of this article
NOVA Mas International’s Swizzle@Sunrise brought revellers together this morning [June 13] for a Carnival in Bermuda event featuring music, entertainment and a “Secret Garden” theme. A spokesperson previously said, “Swizzle@Sunrise continues to be one of the most anticipated experiences of Carnival in Bermuda. With ‘The Secret Garden’ theme,... Read more of this article
“In recent weeks, there has been a concerning shift, with 4 new HIV diagnoses reported in just the last 4 weeks,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, adding that “this sudden rise underscores the urgent need to intensify awareness efforts, expand access to testing, and strengthen prevention strategies to flatten the uptick in transmission.” Speaking... Read more of this article
[Updated with photos] The King’s Birthday Parade is taking place this morning [June 13] along Front Street in Hamilton, and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “The King’s Birthday Parade will feature marching units from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band & Corps of Drums, the Bermuda... Read more of this article
The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda [NAB] has released a new Toolkit for Setting Nonprofit Salaries in Bermuda, highlighting “growing workforce pressures across the sector and the need for more consistent, transparent, and sustainable compensation practices.” A spokesperson said, “The guidance is grounded in findings from the 2026 NAB... Read more of this article
The ‘Classic Old School Fete’ was held on Friday night [June 12] as part of the Carnival in Bermuda festivities, with the promoters previously describing the event as “blending nostalgia with the fresh spirit of today’s fete culture,” with this year’s theme, Rum and Rhythm, celebrating the “perfect fusion of taste and... Read more of this article
Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne highlighted the Government’s direction to establish a standstill ceiling on retail fuel prices for a period of six months and noted that the Government will cover any verified revenue shortfall for licensed importers during this period. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 12], the Minister... Read more of this article
There was a “multiple vehicle road traffic collision” on South Road, Paget on Friday. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a multiple vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, Paget near the entrance to Bermuda College. “Westbound traffic is currently being diverted onto College Road at the junction with South Road. “Eastbound... Read more of this article
The Department of Public Transportation and Ministry of Public Works announced temporary bus detours and road closures from June 13 -15th due to the Waves Concert, Revel de Road procession, and National Heroes Day events. Heroes Weekend Bus Detours A spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] advises the public of temporary... Read more of this article
“Consumer Affairs has received a growing number of reports from residents who have encountered fraudulent rental listings online” and “some have already been deceived,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 12] the Minister said, “I rise today to inform this Honourable... Read more of this article
The OBA “submitted a set of Parliamentary Questions seeking further information about how Government has approached its CARICOM decision-making process” and the “Government chose not to provide any meaningful information,” OBA MP Dr. Douglas De Couto said. Dr De Couto — who is the Shadow Finance Minister — said,... Read more of this article
“The proposed framework will establish cooperatives as a distinct legal entity in Bermuda and create a dedicated Registrar of Cooperative Societies to provide oversight, registration, and support functions,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 12], the Minister said, “I rise... Read more of this article
Bermuda marked the successful landing of two Google subsea cables at an official cable landing ceremony in St David’s this week, Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 12] the Minister said, “Nuvem, derived from the Portuguese word for “cloud,” will connect South Carolina to Portugal.... Read more of this article
[Updated with photos] The King’s Birthday Parade is taking place this morning [June 13] along Front Street in Hamilton, and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “The King’s Birthday Parade will feature marching units from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band & Corps of Drums, the Bermuda... Read more of this article
The journey to and from Bermuda came with a spectacular marine escort for sailors in two separate ocean racing moments, as dolphins swam alongside both the Spirit of Bermuda and Time Machine. In one encounter, dolphins swam alongside the Spirit of Bermuda as the vessel made its way to Newport to take part in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, adding a memorable... Read more of this article
The third installment of the “9 People, 9 Parishes” series features Ed Christopher highlighting the parish of Southampton. Mr Christopher, one of Bermuda’s most recognisable voices as Hamilton’s Town Crier, takes viewers through the parish and reflects on the places and memories that make Southampton special to him. The feature also comes as... Read more of this article
Young athletes took part in the 36th annual Clarien Iron Kids Triathlon at Clearwater Beach today [June 13], competing in swim, bike and run events across multiple age groups. Aine Fahy won the female 7 to 10 non-racing bike category in 16:55.71, while Ted Brogden took first place in the male 7 to 10 non-racing bike division in 16:33.25. In the 7 to... Read more of this article
[Written by Stephen Wright] When Carla Zuill first began driving her sons to football training sessions, she had little interest in the sport. The Bermudian journalist and entrepreneur has since become a licensed Fifa football agent after passing the governing body’s football agent exam. It caps a remarkable journey for Zuill, whose sons Na’im... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Peter Bromby will be among the competitors when the International One Design Class holds its 2026 World Championship from June 13 to 19 in Marblehead, Massachusetts. Bromby, who represented Bermuda in multiple Olympics and achieved two top 10 finishes, is one of the Island’s most accomplished sailors. Scuttlebutt Sailing News reported,... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, June 13th. On Saturday the Norwegian Jewel and the Independence of the Seas cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Norwegian Aqua and the Independence of the Seas... Read more of this article
LOM Financial Limited repurchased 5,000 shares of its own stock at $8.15 per share. A filing with the BSX stated, “LOM Financial Limited [the Company] announces that pursuant to Regulation 6.14[2][i] of the BSX Listing Regulations, that on 11th of June 2026, the Company purchased 5,000 shares of its own stock at $8.15 per share. This purchase price... Read more of this article
June 12 saw 1,150 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $62,975.00 BD. 1,150 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 0.9% at $57.50 per share. The BSX finished at 3,670.38, up 0.79% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and... Read more of this article
Large crowds gathered at Admiralty House today [June 13] for ‘Waves: Soca in the Water,’ a highly anticipated Carnival in Bermuda event that brought together soca music, entertainment, and vibrant water festivities. The high-energy event featured a dynamic headline performance by international soca superstar Machel Montano, alongside an... Read more of this article
NOVA Mas International’s Swizzle@Sunrise brought revellers together this morning [June 13] for a Carnival in Bermuda event featuring music, entertainment and a “Secret Garden” theme. A spokesperson previously said, “Swizzle@Sunrise continues to be one of the most anticipated experiences of Carnival in Bermuda. With ‘The Secret Garden’ theme,... Read more of this article
The ‘Classic Old School Fete’ was held on Friday night [June 12] as part of the Carnival in Bermuda festivities, with the promoters previously describing the event as “blending nostalgia with the fresh spirit of today’s fete culture,” with this year’s theme, Rum and Rhythm, celebrating the “perfect fusion of taste and... Read more of this article
The journey to and from Bermuda came with a spectacular marine escort for sailors in two separate ocean racing moments, as dolphins swam alongside both the Spirit of Bermuda and Time Machine. In one encounter, dolphins swam alongside the Spirit of Bermuda as the vessel made its way to Newport to take part in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, adding a memorable... Read more of this article
The Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Zoological Society launched the ‘Aquarium 100 Campaign’ which aims to “build on our strong foundation creating a modern, world-class institution that meets the highest standards in animal care, education and scientific research.” A spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda and the... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] announced a new initiative with Google, marked by an investment to support the expansion of science and technology-enabled learning across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Through this collaboration, BZS is already enhancing its education programmes with the introduction of 25 new tablets, 6 drones, underwater cameras,... Read more of this article
Jahmico Trott has been granted permission to appeal to the UK Privy Council on one ground only, following his conviction for attempted murder and other offences. The case summary stated, “On 7 March 2018, the appellant was convicted of attempted murder, using a firearm to commit an indictable offence, and carrying a firearm with criminal intent.” The... Read more of this article
A new season of the ‘Policing Paradise’ television series has started airing this week on the BBC in the UK. In advance of the filming of the second series, Alex McLeod, Commissioning Editor for BBC Daytime, said: “I am so excited we are back in Bermuda for series two of Policing Paradise. This is a truly unique place and we feel privileged... Read more of this article
A 22-year-old man was arrested after being found driving without a licence and having an outstanding warrant, while in a separate matter, a 28-year-old man was arrested for dangerous driving and carrying an offensive weapon in public. Unlicensed Driver With Outstanding Warrant A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, 7th June... Read more of this article
Bermuda marked the successful landing of two Google subsea cables at an official cable landing ceremony in St David’s this week, Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [June 12] the Minister said, “Nuvem, derived from the Portuguese word for “cloud,” will connect South Carolina to Portugal. Sol, meaning “sun”... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Home Affairs is reminding the community that the public consultation on a consolidated framework for the licensing of Earth Stations in Bermuda remains open. A Government spokesperson said, “Stakeholders, operators, and members of the public are invited to review the policy and submit feedback at forum.gov.bm. “Consultation closes June 19, 2026. “The... Read more of this article
The Government of Bermuda today welcomed the landing of Google’s Nuvem and Sol subsea cable systems in Bermuda, describing the milestone as a “significant investment in the island’s digital infrastructure, economic resilience, and long-term competitiveness.” Speaking at the Subsea Cable Landing Ceremony, Premier David Burt said the project reinforces Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
There was a “multiple vehicle road traffic collision” on South Road, Paget on Friday. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a multiple vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, Paget near the entrance to Bermuda College. “Westbound traffic is currently being diverted onto College Road at the junction with South Road. “Eastbound... Read more of this article
[Updated] A single-vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle has occurred on Barker’s Hill in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle on Barker’s Hill Devonshire. “Details are limited, however, it is understood the male motorcycle rider lost... Read more of this article
The police have now confirmed the death of 23-year-old Dylan Taylor. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the identity of the victim in the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on South Road at the junction with Knapton Hill, Smith’s, shortly before 6:00pm on Monday, June 1, 2026, as 23-year-old... Read more of this article
