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“We support an Education Authority that is genuinely independent, transparent in how it operates and accountable for the performance of Bermuda’s public education system,” Opposition Leader and Shadow Minister for Education & Sport Ben Smith said. Mr. Smith said, “One of the Minister’s first announcements after returning to the Ministry of Education was his intention …

Flatts Victoria and Bailey’s Bay met in this weekend’s Eastern Counties cricket match at Lord’s in St David’s, with attendees dressing to impress as they enjoyed one of the summer’s popular sporting and social occasions. Mother Nature proved less cooperative, as rain halted play and the match ultimately ended in a draw, allowing Bailey’s Bay …

Atlantic Leadership Academy [ALA] officially announces that applications are now open for middle and senior school students ahead of its anticipated launch in September 2026. A spokesperson said, “Designed to equip Bermuda’s next generation with essential 21st-century leadership capabilities, the Academy introduces a comprehensive, student-centered curriculum grounded in self-mastery, mentorship, and expeditionary learning experiences. Leadership …

Zane DeSilva, Lawrence Scott, Tinée Furbert and Michael Weeks are scheduled to take part in a PLP “Deputy Leadership Open Discussion” on Monday. This is according to a flyer that has been posted by by some of the candidates which says the event, which is open to PLP members only, will be held on Monday evening …

The police issued 75 traffic tickets in a 15-hour time period, including 60 for speeding with one person clocked at 92KPH, while two people were arrested for impaired driving. A police spokesperson said, “Between 4:00 p.m. yesterday and 7:00 a.m. today, officers issued 75 tickets. The vast majority of those, sixty, were for speeding.” “One …

Bermudian boxer Adrian Roach continued his impressive start in professional boxing, taking less than 1 minute to defeat his opponent yesterday in North Carolina Roach took just 38 seconds to stop American Brandon Mendez in Greensboro, the 24-year-old sent Mendez, who was making his professional debut, to the canvas with a flurry of accurate blows …

Bermuda has taken its first formal step towards sending a national team to the International Mathematical Olympiad following its attendance at the 2026 competition in Shanghai, China. Dr Kevin Minors, founder of the Bermuda Mathematics Academy, represented Bermuda in an observer capacity at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad. The visit enabled Bermuda to learn about …

As a “precautionary measure” due to an “investigation into the importation and keeping of several exotic birds, including emus” there is a “temporary restriction on the movement of all kept birds across Bermuda” which applies to “poultry, backyard chickens, pet birds and other birds kept by owners.” This was announced this afternoon by the government …

Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this afternoon [August 14] to “unveil the new chair lift designed for persons with disabilities, older adults and others who need assistance entering or leaving a pool.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video …

The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched a consultation the Government’s policy on Market Fairness in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is advancing the Government’s commitment made in the 2024 and 2025 Throne Speeches, to introduce modern competition legislation in Bermuda. As part of this work, the Ministry is consulting the …

Bermuda’s men’s and women’s national volleyball teams both recorded victories on the second day of the 2026 Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association [ECVA] Championships in the British Virgin Islands. The men’s team claimed a 3-1 victory over the British Virgin Islands, winning 18-25, 25-21, 25-17, 25-20. After dropping the opening set 25-18, Bermuda levelled the match …

The family of two women who were killed in a car crash in Florida have launched legal action against the police in relation to the crash, which also left Bermudian Kumani Jackson with severe injuries. The report by NBC Miami said, “Broward County Sheriff Gregory Tony is being sued for negligence, tied to a deadly car crash that …

The Department of Education’s STEAM Academy concluded its summer programme, providing students with hands-on learning and opportunities to explore future career pathways. A Government spokesperson said, “Students across Bermuda spent their summer building, designing, experimenting and exploring future career opportunities through the Department of Education’s STEAM Academy, which concluded its summer programme on 7 August. …

A Bermudian woman has been given a suspended prison sentence in the UK for driving while over the alcohol limit and injuring a police officer who tried to stop her from driving away, with the judge telling Candace Desilva that her behaviour was “absolutely appalling.” The Liverpool Echo reported that the “Liverpool Crown Court heard on …

The Office of Youth Affairs hosted a special International Youth Day Luncheon, bringing together young Bermudian leaders for an afternoon of meaningful conversation, connection and celebration. A spokesperson said, “Hosted by the Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the luncheon welcomed young leaders ranging from 16 to 35 years …

Appleby awarded its 2026 scholarships and bursaries to Jacob Matthews, Sioma Rudo, Tejah Bean, Yahzahra Gilbert and Sage Jackson. A spokesperson said, “Appleby has been providing scholarships and bursaries since 1977 to qualified Bermudian applicants based on academic performance, community involvement and extracurricular activities. This year’s recipients are Jacob Matthews, Sioma Rudo, Tejah Bean, Yahzahra …

The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] appointed Elizabeth Breeze as Treasurer, with Kierra Smith, Haynes Finney and John Huff joining its finance committee. A spokesperson said, “The Board of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] has approved the appointment of a new Treasurer, Elizabeth Breeze, Head of Hiscox Capital Partners. “Ms. …

Ayinde Bulford, Rickai Burrows, Tiye Holmes, Tre McCallan, Akiiki Nyabongo, Jordan Parker, Cyannah Pereira, Christopher Pitcher, Sydney Santos, Deontae Scott, Margarida Simas, Camille Stephens and J’Auri Talbot have completed the ILS Bermuda College Programme. A spokesperson said, “ILS Bermuda is proud to announce that thirteen Bermuda College students have successfully completed the 2025–2026 ILS Bermuda College …

Noting they have ”enormous respect for Bermuda’s nurses and the critical role they play in our healthcare system,” the Bermuda Medical Doctors Association said they do not “support independent Advanced Practice Nurses [APNs] medical practice or independent prescribing in Bermuda.” Bermuda Medical Doctors Association [BMDA] President Dr. Kyjuan Brown said, “The Bermuda Medical Doctors Association [BMDA] wishes to …

Breastfeeding Awareness Week 2026 brought together families, healthcare professionals, and community partners for a full programme of activities designed to “celebrate breastfeeding and strengthen support for parents across Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “Throughout the week, the Bermuda National Breastfeeding Committee and the Department of Health delivered a series of educational, creative, and community‑building events. …

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association [BLTA] confirmed that official approval has been granted for Bermuda to host its 2026 Davis Cup World Group II tie against Mexico next month, marking the historic return of Davis Cup competition to local shores after three decades. A spokesperson said, “Following the initial announcement earlier this year celebrating Bermuda’s …

The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 40-year-old Matthew Raynor. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 40-year-old Bermuda national Matthew Raynor. “Mr. Raynor is described as being 5’ 10” in height, medium build and dark brown complexioned, with black hair worn in braids. …

PwC Bermuda announced Sophia Perrin as the winner of its 2026 Peter Mitchell Scholarship and I’Aura Golding as the recipient of the ABIC Award sponsored by the firm. A spokesperson said, “PwC Bermuda today announced the winners of its 2026 Peter Mitchell Scholarship and ABIC Award. Sophia Perrin is the winner of this year’s Peter Mitchell …

Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell and Minister of National Security, Senator Ryan Robinson Perinchief are holding a press conference this afternoon [Aug 12] to address the topic of road safety. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Part I Part II Related …

The police have confirmed the death of a 63-year-old woman following a collision. A police spokesperson said, “Sadly, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm Bermuda’s thirteenth road fatality of 2026. “Around 1pm Tuesday, 11th August 2026, a female visitor, understood to be a 63-year-old American woman, riding a rental scooter west along Middle …

Minister for the Cabinet Office Dr Emilygail Dill is holding a press conference this morning [August 12] for the Ribbon-Cutting reopening of the Mangrove Bay Post Office. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Perot Post Office Officially Re-Opened Post Office Advises On …

Bermuda College has signed a new agreement with Hartpury University and Hartpury College in the UK, giving students “another affordable route to continue their studies overseas.” A spokesperson said, “A new agreement will give Bermuda College students another affordable route to continue their studies overseas. “The College has signed an agreement with the UK’s Hartpury …

A Back-to-School Giveaway will be held on Sunday, August 30, at Death Valley Playground in Southampton, with more than 600 backpacks set to be distributed to Bermuda students. A spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme, in partnership with the Bermuda Community Outreach Foundation [BCOF], is proud to announce the return of the Third Annual Back-to-School Giveaway, …

The Ministry of Health today announced that the Government is “advancing a new framework to ensure significant changes within Bermuda’s healthcare system can be reviewed before implementation where they may materially affect patients, access to services, costs or the wider health system.” A Government spokesperson said, “The framework reflects the Minister of Health’s commitment to …

“The Government’s decision to bring Transport, National Security, the Bermuda Police Service and the Road Safety Council together for an urgent road-safety meeting is welcome,” Shadow Minister Jarion Richardson said. Mr Richardson — the Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance and Artificial Intelligence — said, “After twelve road deaths this year, and another weekend in …

Fifteen high school students have completed the six-week SkillCraft Youth Internship with new skills in social media marketing, greater workplace confidence and, for many, a clearer sense of what they want to do next. A spokesperson said, “SkillCraft paired fifteen youth interns with host organisations across Bermuda to provide assistance with social media content planning …

The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda awarded a total of $30,000 in education scholarships to four Candy Stripers, with Jorai Laurenceo, Nahla Woods, Varshini Srinivasan and Syesha Sampson each receiving $7,500. A spokesperson said, “Four local candy stripers received financial awards totalling $30,000 when the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB] presented cheques to: Jorai Laurenceo Nahla …

Bermuda Is Love has launched its first two-week paid internship programme, giving two students hands-on experience in advocacy and community issues affecting Bermuda. Joanna Anderson and Amira Gift explored issues including food sovereignty, housing, justice and healthcare through meetings with community leaders, government officials and legal professionals. Adam Crichlow, founder of Bermuda Is Love, told …

Visa-free travel for Bermudians to the United States – a travel privilege which is only extended to Bermuda and Canada –  is “governed by current U.S. policy, rather than a bilateral agreement with Bermuda or the United Kingdom,” the U.S. Consulate noted, adding that “as circumstances evolve in Bermuda and countries around the world, U.S. policy …

An “urgent meeting” with representatives from Transport, National Security, the Road Safety Council, and the police has been called to “review the situation and coordinate an immediate, whole-of-government response” in light of “the recent increase in serious road traffic collisions.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government joins the community in expressing its deep concern regarding …

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors honoured Carla Watson for 35 years of leadership with the St. George’s Original Dancerettes and more than four decades of service to youth and the community, with the official unveiling of the Carla Watson Dance & Movement Studio. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Social Development …

The police are urging the public to exercise caution when searching for rental properties online following a suspected rental scam in which someone was asked for an “upfront payment before being permitted to view the property.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is advising members of the public to exercise caution when searching for …

A small fire at the Tynes Bay Facility has temporarily halted commercial waste intake and disrupted garbage collections in parts of the West End and Southampton. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that the Tynes Bay Facility is temporarily unable to receive commercial waste for the remainder of today …

[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Victoria Cunningham] Let me start with what is not in dispute. The cost of living in Bermuda is too high, and reducing it is a shared goal across both sides of the Legislature. The Opposition has never argued otherwise, and nothing that follows should be read as indifference to …

Butterfield  announced the successful conclusion of its 2026 Summer Internship programme, which provided 10 Bermudian students pursuing an undergraduate degree with an opportunity to gain direct experience and knowledge in the world of finance. A spokesperson said, “Designed to introduce participants to the day-to-day operations of a leading financial institution, the annual programme offered structured …

Allshores has awarded its inaugural $20,000 Postgraduate Scholarship to Shani Tucker, who is pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree. A spokesperson said, “Allshores today announced Shani Tucker as the recipient of its inaugural 2026 Allshores Postgraduate Scholarship. Valued at $20,000, the award recognises a postgraduate student who demonstrates academic excellence and leadership in any discipline. …

“Parents, teachers and school leaders have lived through years of uncertainty as reform plans evolved,” have “earned the right to understand why the Government believes returning to a two-tier system is now the correct path” and “if research has been carried out, publish it,” Opposition Leader Ben Smith said. Mr Smith, who is also the Shadow Minister for …

Ajani Robinson dreams of representing Bermuda at the Olympic Games if jump rope is ever added to the programme. Robinson, who has competed for the YMCA Super Skippers in North Carolina since 2023 after developing his skills with the Bermuda Bouncers, has competed in the United States in recent years and is a multiple national …

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has launched a consultation on proposed amendments that would ”introduce an obligation for institutions to provide basic bank accounts” to legal Bermuda residents. The consultation paper — which us dated August 7, 2026 — states, “This Consultation Paper [CP] invites feedback on the proposed amendments to the Banks and Deposit Companies Act …

“Every one of us has an obligation to slow down, obey the law, remain alert and never operate a vehicle while impaired, but personal responsibility cannot be the whole of a Government road-safety policy,” OBA MP Jarion Richardson said. Mr. Richardson — the Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance & Artificial Intelligence – said, “Saturday was not …

Bermuda’s athletes delivered an impressive series of performances on the international stage, winning seven medals during the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games and Commonwealth Games. The island’s contingent captured six medals at the CAC Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — one gold, one silver and four bronze — while Jessica Lewis added a bronze …

News that the Government recognised Bermuda’s Public Service Scholarship recipients for their academic achievements, Bermuda’s athletes finished the CAC and Commonwealth Games with a total of seven medals, and Elias Reece, Ishmeal Naylor and Remy Donawa received Bermuda Airport Authority Aviation Bursary Awards were among the positive news stories from the past week. In additional …

The police have confirmed that a male motorcyclist has died following a two-vehicle collision in Paget today [August 8]. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 4:02pm, Saturday, August 8, 2026, Police along with Emergency Medical Services personnel, were dispatched to a two vehicle road traffic collision, involving a flatbed truck and a motorcycle, at the …

MOM Bermuda held their annual motorcade today [August 8] to honour those who have lost their lives to violence in the community. The event is organised by Mom Bermuda, a group of women directly affected by violence and “dedicated to bringing peace within the community.” Related Stories Photos & Video: Mom Bermuda Host Motorcade Photos …

Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a vibrant summer of camps and activities focused on learning, creativity, sports, friendship, and personal growth under the theme “Be Kind, Be Brave, Be Bold.” A Government spokesperson said, “This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a successful season of camps and activities that provided opportunities for learning, recreation, creativity, and personal growth. From …