Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell is holding a press conference this morning [Oct 15] to provide a briefing on the Motor Car and Auxiliary Bicycles [Miscellaneous] Amendment Act 2026. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Live Audio & Parliament... Read more of this article
The 30th Annual Allshores Breast Cancer Awareness Walk took place on Wednesday [October 14], bringing the community together to raise awareness of breast cancer and support the fight against the disease. A statement from the Bermuda Cancer and Health Center said, “For 30 years, Bermuda has walked together to protect the breast health of the women,... Read more of this article
UK Minister for the Overseas Territories Uma Kumaran will visit Bermuda from October 18–19 where she will have a busy schedule including holding a meeting with Premier David Burt, signing the Hamilton II Declaration, hold bilateral meetings, be briefed on security and defence issues, participate in a women and girls roundtable discussion on domestic... Read more of this article
A male has “sustained multiple gunshot wounds” following a shooting at a “residence in the area of Curving Avenue Pembroke” this evening, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:45pm, Wednesday October 14, 2026, Police and other first responders, were dispatched to a reported firearms incident... Read more of this article
A male was injured in an explosion in Southampton this evening, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 8:55pm, Wednesday October 14, 2026, Police as well as other first responders, were dispatched to the area of Palm Valley and Westdale Lane, Southampton, following reports of an explosion in that vicinity. “Details... Read more of this article
A 42-year-old man is in critical condition and the police said that a “licensed firearms holder, discharged a firearm while exterminating chickens in the area” and a ”projectile reportedly struck the motorcycle rider in the head.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:20 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Police and... Read more of this article
A two-vehicle collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred on Middle Road near Kilderry Lane in Smith’s this morning [October 14]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Police and Emergency Medical Services responded to a reported two-vehicle road traffic collision on Middle Road, near the junction... Read more of this article
A joint Bermuda Police Service and Transport Control Department operation on Crow Lane resulted in 63 traffic tickets being issued in just over an hour, including 10 for speeding, with a highest recorded speed of 71 km/h. A police spokesperson said, “A total of 63 tickets issued by a combined BPS and TCD team on Crow Lane, in just over an hour... Read more of this article
Clifford Roberts is encouraging more men to talk openly about their health as he prepares for the fourteenth AXA XL Man on the Run 5K at Warwick Academy next month. The event on Sunday, November 8, aims to raise funds for men’s cancer initiatives in Bermuda and was inspired by Roberts’s observations of women speaking openly about their experiences... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Minister Jason Hayward] Over the past several months, I have met with Bermudians of all walks of life, listened to members of the Progressive Labour Party at meetings around the island and engaged with people across our community. These conversations have been honest, meaningful and, at times, difficult. One concern has emerged... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine & Ports advised that “several ferries are currently experiencing mechanical issues.” A Government spokesperson said, “As a result, passengers may experience minor delays on the Green and Blue routes. The Department of Marine & Ports advises that several ferries are currently experiencing mechanical issues.... Read more of this article
The City of Hamilton advised “that the top two levels of Bull’s Head Car Park will be temporarily closed over two consecutive weekends to allow crews to carry out essential maintenance work.” A spokesperson said, “The closures will take place on the following dates: Saturday, October 17 and Sunday, October 18 Saturday, October 24... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt is leading a Bermuda delegation to DC Fintech Week to discuss digital asset regulation and industry growth. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, David Burt, is leading a delegation to DC Fintech Week, which takes place from October 13 – 16, 2026, across venues in Washington, DC and Arlington,... Read more of this article
Three juveniles were arrested after allegedly throwing eggs at passing vehicles on North Shore Road in Pembroke, prompting police to warn of the serious safety risks associated with egg throwing. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:25 p.m. on Sunday October 11, 2026, police attended North Shore Road and Ingham’s Vale, Pembroke, following reports... Read more of this article
The Rubber Tree memorial in Warwick has been restored and the surrounding site cleaned up through the Ministry of Public Works and Environment’s Community Beautification Programme, helping to preserve the memory of generations of Black Bermudians. A Government spokesperson said, “Located opposite St. Mary’s Church and included on Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
As part of their 400th anniversary events, St Mary’s Church held a ceremonial planting of a Bermuda cedar tree. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday, 4th October, St. Mary the Virgin, Warwick, held a ceremonial planting of a Juniperus bermudiana cedar tree as part of the church’s 400th Anniversary Service and Rededication. “The tree was... Read more of this article
The Edible Movie: Bites, Camera, Action! was held this weekend as part of the Taste of Bermuda event, transforming Fort Hamilton into a cinematic dining experience featuring a screening of Ratatouille and a themed multi-course menu inspired by the film. In describing the event in advance, a spokesperson said, ““This immersive experience pairs... Read more of this article
[Updated] Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva is holding a press conference this morning [Oct 12] for the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Albert Row Affordable Housing Development. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 6.00pm: Deputy Premier and Minister... Read more of this article
Golfers with major amateur honours and professional titles will compete in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course from October 22 to 25. Neal Shipley, Aldrich Potgieter, Blades Brown, Johnny Keefer and Luke Clanton have been confirmed for the tournament. Shipley was the low amateur at the 2024 Masters and US Open, while Potgieter... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Rugby Football Club has appointed Frans Smit and Alice Craig as its men’s and ladies’ captains respectively for the 2027 season. A spokesperson said, “Smit will lead the men’s team with the support of vice-captains Jason Chlup and Simon Thompson, while Craig will be supported by ladies’ vice-captains Hannah Veitch and Anna... Read more of this article
Denmark’s Jeppe Borch and Sweden’s Oscar Engström shared the lead after the opening day of the 2026 Bermuda Gold Cup, each recording five wins from six matches in challenging wind conditions. A spokesperson said, “Denmark’s Jeppe Borch [Borch Match Race Team] and Sweden’s Oscar Engström [Team Liros] made a flying start to the 2026 Bermuda... Read more of this article
The latest ACCA survey found that 61% of professional accountants consider the use of artificial intelligence their leading ethical challenge, up from 32% in 2024, as the profession navigates increasingly complex ethical issues. A spokesperson said, “Ahead of Global Ethics Day on 21 October, the latest survey by ACCA [the Association of Chartered... Read more of this article
The Cybersecurity Executives of Bermuda [CEB] and the ISACA Bermuda Chapter will host CYBERmuda 2026, the Bermuda Cybersecurity Conference, at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 5th at Paradise Mobile, Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “The conference brings together senior technology and security executives from across insurance and reinsurance, banking... Read more of this article
Artex Capital Solutions has appointed Michael Kenny as Senior Vice President and Andrew Hanley as Assistant Vice President. A spokesperson said, “ Artex Capital Solutions [ACS], a global leader in insurance-linked securities [ILS], fund administration, and alternative risk solutions, today announced the addition of Michael Kenny as Senior Vice... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has highlighted several Art Month events taking place across Bermuda from October 15–18, featuring local artists, exhibitions and interactive art experiences. A spokesperson said, “Art Month is in full swing across Bermuda, with local artists at the heart of experiences taking place throughout the island. “This... Read more of this article
The inaugural Bermuda Black Film Weekend: Founders Edition will bring five international film industry guests and Bermudian creatives together from October 15 to 18 for four days of screenings, workshops, panels and cultural exchange celebrating Black storytelling across the diaspora. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda is preparing for a landmark cultural... Read more of this article
The Edible Movie: Bites, Camera, Action! was held this weekend as part of the Taste of Bermuda event, transforming Fort Hamilton into a cinematic dining experience featuring a screening of Ratatouille and a themed multi-course menu inspired by the film. In describing the event in advance, a spokesperson said, ““This immersive experience pairs... Read more of this article
As part of their 400th anniversary events, St Mary’s Church held a ceremonial planting of a Bermuda cedar tree. A spokesperson said, “On Sunday, 4th October, St. Mary the Virgin, Warwick, held a ceremonial planting of a Juniperus bermudiana cedar tree as part of the church’s 400th Anniversary Service and Rededication. “The tree was... Read more of this article
The Government’s Balcony Solar Pilot Programme will test compact units that supply electricity for use within the participating home, Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said, adding that the concept is to make “renewable energy accessible to more Bermudians, including renters, seniors and residents in apartment-style housing.” Speaking... 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
A male has “sustained multiple gunshot wounds” following a shooting at a “residence in the area of Curving Avenue Pembroke” this evening, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:45pm, Wednesday October 14, 2026, Police and other first responders, were dispatched to a reported firearms incident... Read more of this article
A 42-year-old man is in critical condition and the police said that a “licensed firearms holder, discharged a firearm while exterminating chickens in the area” and a ”projectile reportedly struck the motorcycle rider in the head.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:20 p.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Police and... Read more of this article
Three juveniles were arrested after allegedly throwing eggs at passing vehicles on North Shore Road in Pembroke, prompting police to warn of the serious safety risks associated with egg throwing. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:25 p.m. on Sunday October 11, 2026, police attended North Shore Road and Ingham’s Vale, Pembroke, following reports... Read more of this article
The latest ACCA survey found that 61% of professional accountants consider the use of artificial intelligence their leading ethical challenge, up from 32% in 2024, as the profession navigates increasingly complex ethical issues. A spokesperson said, “Ahead of Global Ethics Day on 21 October, the latest survey by ACCA [the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants]... Read more of this article
The Cybersecurity Executives of Bermuda [CEB] and the ISACA Bermuda Chapter will host CYBERmuda 2026, the Bermuda Cybersecurity Conference, at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 5th at Paradise Mobile, Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “The conference brings together senior technology and security executives from across insurance and reinsurance, banking and financial services,... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features the word “Bermuda” displayed in 3D lettering, with scenic island imagery featured within each letter. 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.... Read more of this article
A male was injured in an explosion in Southampton this evening, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 8:55pm, Wednesday October 14, 2026, Police as well as other first responders, were dispatched to the area of Palm Valley and Westdale Lane, Southampton, following reports of an explosion in that vicinity. “Details... Read more of this article
A two-vehicle collision involving a car and a motorcycle occurred on Middle Road near Kilderry Lane in Smith’s this morning [October 14]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Police and Emergency Medical Services responded to a reported two-vehicle road traffic collision on Middle Road, near the junction... Read more of this article
A single-vehicle collision occurred on Harrington Sound Road, near the junction of Palmetto Vale in Smith’s Parish. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision on Harrington Sound Road, near the junction of Palmetto Vale, Smith’s Parish. “The female driver has been transported to King... Read more of this article
