Bermuda News Updates

The Government introduced legislation to “provide a 10% increase in pensions for public sector retirees” and said that “payments will begin in October 2026 and will include retroactive amounts back to April 2026.” A Government spokesperson said, “On Friday, the Government introduced the Pensions [Increase] Amendment Act 2026 to provide a 10% increase in pensions for …

Neriah Bean and Benjamin Crofton are the inaugural recipients of the Department of Energy Bursary Programme, which offers two scholarships of $25,000 each and a paid summer internship at the Department of Energy. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, announced the inaugural recipients of the Department of …

As part of World Ocean Week 2026, the OurOcean Art Competition is inviting young artists across Bermuda to share their creativity. The Nonsuch Island website said, “The competition is open to two age categories (ages 6–10 and 11–18) and encourages students to explore this year’s theme, “Celebrating Our Ocean,” through original artwork inspired by Bermuda’s …

An Honours & Awards Ceremony was held at Government House to recognise a number of people for their service to Bermuda. Government House said, “At an Honours & Awards Ceremony held at Government House, the Governor, Premier, Ministers, Acting Leader of the Opposition, and other distinguished guests, were able to celebrate the contributions made to …

Light rain did not dampen the spirit at Bernard’s Park today [May 31], as families came out for Mama Bermuda’s Touch A Truck event, enjoying hands-on access to a range of vehicles while supporting P.A.L.S. and Beyond Inclusion. The organizers previously said, “Kids of all ages will have the chance to get up close with …

A 22-year-old man, who was riding while disqualified, was arrested after failing to stop for police, colliding with one officer on a police motorcycle and later causing an unmanned motorcycle to strike a second officer. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:55 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, police officers were conducting stop-and-search operations along Crow Lane …

CG Insurance marked the launch of its newly rebranded CG Wellness programme with the inaugural CG Wellness Festival on Saturday [May 30], featuring fitness classes, live local entertainment, Gombeys, vendors and more. “The festival reflects CG’s broader commitment to making wellness accessible, engaging, and community-driven,” the company said. “Rebranding Zest Wellness to CG Wellness is …

The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has launched its “9 People, 9 Parishes” feature, showcasing the island’s nine parishes through the stories, traditions, and local perspectives of the residents who know them best. The BTA website said, “You might not even realise it’s happening, but as you explore Bermuda, you’ll cross invisible boundaries into distinct parishes, …

In an effort to showcase Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on various social media networks seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included images of Somerset Bridge, the West End, Fort Albert and more. Our “Photo of …

Two males were taken to hospital after they were found with “what appeared to be stab wounds” on Front Street in Hamilton this afternoon [May 30], the police have confirmed A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported incident near …