Bermudian B. Dylan Hollis — who has over 10 million followers on TikTok — has been named on the Time 100 Creators List. The listing said, “Pickled eggs from 1941, strawberry pretzel salad from 1968, canned Spam casserole from 1981: these are the vintage American recipes that B. Dylan Hollis recreates for 10.2 million followers on TikTok. “The... Read more of this article
This past weekend saw the Cultural Connect event, the official unveiling of ‘Hendrickson’s Way’ road sign, Future Leaders Bermuda closing ceremony, Somerset celebrate its Cup Match victory, and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: RBR Junior Leaders Attend... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] One Communications hosted its annual back-to-school event at Victoria Park today [Aug 23], bringing students, parents and community members together for an afternoon of activities, entertainment, food and giveaways. Makaela Richardson previously said, “At One Communications, we believe in supporting our community and helping students... Read more of this article
Nine Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service recruits — Jaylon Bather, E. Camren Caines, Jayorie Fox, Erik Frederick, Cole Hepburn, Stefan Maybury, Kobie Reid, Jonah Robinson and Keion Smith — have completed two of three required training phases. The Government posted the photos below, saying, “Earlier this week, we celebrated nine firefighter recruits... Read more of this article
Dylan Eiselt and Jens Drea earned silver and bronze medals at the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize today [Aug 23]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s junior cyclists earned silver and bronze medals in Sunday’s road races at the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize. “Dylan Eiselt and Jens Drea... Read more of this article
Ten Royal Bermuda Regiment Junior Leaders travelled to St Lucia for a two-week overseas camp, with training in topics including first aid, navigation, public speaking, leadership and more. A spokesperson said, “Ten Royal Bermuda Regiment Junior Leaders made lifelong memories and friends as they developed confidence and character on an overseas camp... Read more of this article
A road sign for ‘Hendrickson’s Way’ was officially unveiled on a section of Glebe Road in Pembroke on Saturday [August 22], recognising the Hendrickson family and their longstanding and significant contribution to Bermuda’s Gombey culture and community life. Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell, Minister... Read more of this article
Bermuda experienced a spell of inclement weather this weekend, with rain, storm clouds and lightning seen across the island, and video has been widely circulating showing what appears to be a waterspout in the east end. The weather conditions could continue, as a Thunderstorm Advisory is in effect for this afternoon, and today’s forecast from... Read more of this article
The Department of Planning has officially approved plans submitted for two residential developments that are set to create a total of 48 housing units in Sandys and St David’s. As Bernews previously reported, the plan for Sandys is a three-story development with 24 two-bedrooms, while the plan for the East End is also a three-story development, however... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture hosted a special youth edition of its annual Cultural Connect event on Saturday, August 22 at Pig’s Field, Band Room Lane, Pembroke, bringing young people, families and community groups together for an afternoon celebrating Bermuda’s culture. Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell... Read more of this article
News that the Department of Sport and Recreation Summer Camp Registration Team earned the Public Service Excellence Award, Bermuda’s volleyball team won a gold medal and the Clyde Best documentary won the Audience Favorite award at the Roxbury International Film Festival were among the positive news stories from the past week. Other good news stories... Read more of this article
Cyclists Dylan Eiselt and Jacob Wright both won silver medals at the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize today. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s young cyclists made a strong start to the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize, winning two silver medals in Saturday’s individual time trials. “Dylan Eiselt... Read more of this article
Somerset supporters took to the streets to celebrate the team’s Cup Match victory, waving flags and wearing the team’s colours during a lively procession last night in the west end. The celebration follows after Somerset retained the Cup Match trophy after defeating St George’s by an innings and 87 runs at Somerset Cricket Club. Related... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] One Communications hosted its annual back-to-school event at Victoria Park today [Aug 23], bringing students, parents and community members together for an afternoon of activities, entertainment, food and giveaways. Makaela Richardson previously said, “At One Communications, we believe in supporting our community and helping students... Read more of this article
A road sign for ‘Hendrickson’s Way’ was officially unveiled on a section of Glebe Road in Pembroke on Saturday [August 22], recognising the Hendrickson family and their longstanding and significant contribution to Bermuda’s Gombey culture and community life. Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell, Minister... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture hosted a special youth edition of its annual Cultural Connect event on Saturday, August 22 at Pig’s Field, Band Room Lane, Pembroke, bringing young people, families and community groups together for an afternoon celebrating Bermuda’s culture. Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell... Read more of this article
The MX Unleashed: International Riders motocross and freestyle event will honour the late Rickai “Pugi” Raynor at Southampton Rangers Sports Club on September 5. Raynor, 28, died from injuries sustained when his boat collided with a yacht moored near White’s Island during the Bermuda Power Boat Association’s Hamilton Harbour Race series in June. The... Read more of this article
Bermudian runner Jake Brislane finished 12th in the men’s 3,000 metres at the British Milers Club Record Breaker meeting at Tooting Bec Athletics Track in London. Brislane, who is listed by the BMC with Tonbridge, Warwick University and Bermuda, clocked a time of 8 minutes 17.67 seconds in the race. George Couttie took the victory in 7:50.41, finishing... Read more of this article
Cleveland County claimed a double victory this weekend, winning both the U12 and U16 Junior Eastern Counties matchups. In providing an update, the Eastern County Cricket Association posted, “This weekend, our Junior Junior and Junior Eastern Counties players were back in action! “In the U12 Junior Junior County final at St. David’s, Bailey’s... Read more of this article
Carey Olsen announced that Laura Kearns has been promoted to partner within the firm’s trusts and private wealth practice in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Laura’s practice covers all aspects of trust law, including trust establishment and administration, restructurings and variations, and related regulatory matters. She advises... Read more of this article
Marquette University has announced that Bermuda will be one of the destinations for its study abroad offerings, with an Insurance Leadership Program scheduled to take place on the island in March 2027. The programme, organised through the Wisconsin-based University’s College of Business Administration, will give students an opportunity to learn about... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has published a consultation paper on proposed Insurance [Internationally Active Insurance Group Supervision] Rules 2026. A spokesperson said, “The paper highlights the Authority’s commitment to supervising the insurance sector and developing a regulatory framework that adequately addresses the nature and level... Read more of this article
Actor Adam Driver, who is married to Bermuda-born actress Joanne Tucker, has been cast in Marvel Studios’ upcoming X-Men film. The casting was announced during Disney’s D23 2026 entertainment showcase, with Driver appearing in a recorded message to confirm he will play Nathaniel Milbury. Entertainment publications including Deadline and Variety... Read more of this article
Bermudian B. Dylan Hollis — who has over 10 million followers on TikTok — has been named on the Time 100 Creators List. The listing said, “Pickled eggs from 1941, strawberry pretzel salad from 1968, canned Spam casserole from 1981: these are the vintage American recipes that B. Dylan Hollis recreates for 10.2 million followers on TikTok. “The... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] One Communications hosted its annual back-to-school event at Victoria Park today [Aug 23], bringing students, parents and community members together for an afternoon of activities, entertainment, food and giveaways. Makaela Richardson previously said, “At One Communications, we believe in supporting our community and helping students... Read more of this article
The feral chickens commonly seen across Bermuda have become the focus of a scientific study comparing their gut bacteria and immune responses with those of commercially raised chickens. The research — published in the journal Poultry Science — compared 21 feral chickens collected around St George’s Island with 12 Cobb 500 broiler chickens raised... Read more of this article
Bermuda experienced a spell of inclement weather this weekend, with rain, storm clouds and lightning seen across the island, and video has been widely circulating showing what appears to be a waterspout in the east end. The weather conditions could continue, as a Thunderstorm Advisory is in effect for this afternoon, and today’s forecast from... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is reminding “commercial and recreational fishers that the ‘Grouper Boxes’, which contain important Black Grouper aggregations, remain closed to fishing until 1 December 2026. ” A Government spokesperson said, “These areas are indicated on the maps as ‘Extended Closure Areas’. “While... Read more of this article
The Supreme Court has issued a new Practice Direction requiring Bermuda courts to prioritise cases involving money laundering, terrorist financing, and related proceeds of crime applications. The Practice Direction stated, “The purpose of this Practice Direction [which is made after consultation with the President of the Court of Appeal and the... Read more of this article
[Written by Don Burgess] A 19-year-old appeared in Magistrates Court today [Aug 20] charged with firearm offences alleged to be in connection with a shooting at Southampton Rangers Sports Club in May. Josef Ferreira was charged with discharging bullets from a firearm on May 24. He was also charged with conspiring to import a firearm into Bermuda without... Read more of this article
[Updated] Two men appeared in Magistrates Court today [Aug 20] charged with alleged offenses which are understood to be in connection with the report of a rattlesnake. Victor Bahia, 31, was charged with allegedly transmitting a false message contrary to section 66 of the Electronic Communications Act, and Alvaro Cro, 55, was charged with allegedly making... Read more of this article
Bermudian B. Dylan Hollis — who has over 10 million followers on TikTok — has been named on the Time 100 Creators List. The listing said, “Pickled eggs from 1941, strawberry pretzel salad from 1968, canned Spam casserole from 1981: these are the vintage American recipes that B. Dylan Hollis recreates for 10.2 million followers on TikTok. “The Bermuda-born... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a smooth mosaic of pink and tan tiles inspired by Bermuda’s sand. 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 story. You can download both sizes below,... Read more of this article
Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt and representatives from the Ministry of Finance and the Bermuda Monetary Authority are attending the SALT Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is leading a delegation to the SALT Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, which takes place from August 17 to 20, 2026. “The invitation-only... Read more of this article
Police continue to investigate three separate collisions reported in Smith’s Parish and Paget on Sunday, 16th August, with two motorcyclists and two car drivers injured. Two-Vehicle Smith’s Parish Collision A police spokesperson said, “At last check, the 56-year-old male motorcyclist injured in a collision with a car around 6:25pm Sunday,... Read more of this article
Following the collision involving a propane gas truck in the west end, Bermuda Gas said they are “incredibly grateful to report that no injuries were sustained by anyone involved” and extended their thanks to the “emergency personnel and members of the public who assisted at the scene of this accident.” Following the collision... Read more of this article
[Updated] A collision involving a car and a propane gas truck occurred on Somerset Road this morning [Aug 20] resulting in the propane gas truck overturning onto its side. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 5:30 am on Thursday, 20th August 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a road traffic collision involving... Read more of this article
