AM Best affirms Enact Re’s A- rating
AM Best has affirmed the A- financial strength rating of Enact Re Ltd, citing the Bermuda reinsurer’s very strong balance sheet and close relationship with its parent company in the United States.
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Court hears PLP defence arguments in membership row
The matter is due to return to the Supreme Court on Monday afternoon Questions lingered in the Supreme Court around the determination of who are fee paying members of the…
Payment for PLP sign-ups questioned in court
The legitimacy of a surge in sign-ups for the Progressive Labour Party during its present leadership campaign has been questioned in the Supreme Court.
Mark Pettingill gave his submissions for the def…
Mark Pettingill gave his submissions for the def…
OBA: Minister hints at potential for Caricom referendum
The Opposition has called for clarity on whether the Government would put the question of Bermuda’s move from associate full membership in the Caribbean Community to the public.
David Burt, the Premie…
David Burt, the Premie…
OBA’s Robinson On Caricom, Referendum, More
“Once again, I implore the Minister to consider having a referendum,” OBA MP Dwayne Robinson in reference to the possibility of Bermuda joining CARICOM as a full member. Mr Robinson, who is the Shadow Minister of Home Affairs, said, “I invite the Government to clarify its current position on a referendum for full membership of …
Minister Hayward On Election, PLP, Unity & More
“Do not allow this leadership contest to turn the PLP against ourselves,” Minister Jason Hayward said, adding that “our shared purpose is bigger than this election.” Minister Hayward said, “Good day PLP members, I’ve seen the media headlines describing Curtis and me as ‘rivals.’ I want to say make it abundantly clear that we are …
Talcott closes $6.3bn Lincoln Financial deal
Talcott Financial Group has completed a $6.3 billion reinsurance transaction with Lincoln Financial, extending the transfer of legacy American life-insurance risk to the international group, which has…
Report reveals data from fish catches to fire calls
Figures released by the Government have revealed rises in tourism and cash spent by visitors along with the most popular fishing catch in recent years.
The thirteenth Environmental Statistics Compendi…
The thirteenth Environmental Statistics Compendi…
Sunday ceremony marks 400 years at St Mary’s Church
The island has welcomed a special guest as St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in Warwick commemorates its 400th anniversary.
The Most Reverend Philip Wright, Archbishop of the Province of the West Ind…
The Most Reverend Philip Wright, Archbishop of the Province of the West Ind…
BMA Staff Volunteer During Community Day
The Bermuda Monetary Authority held its fifth annual Community Day, with more than 230 staff volunteering with eight charities and community organisations across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, 1 October, the Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] participated in its Annual Community Day event. As part of this dedicated day of service, employees from …
Minister On Economic Investment Certificate
“I rise today to update this Honourable House on the Government’s Economic Investment Residential Certificate Programme, commonly referred to as the EIRC Programme, and the implementation of the Economic Investment Residential Certificate Policy 2026,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Oct 2] the Minister said, “The …
BCB Seeks Talented Young Cricket Players
The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has “officially launched its search for the island’s next generation of elite cricketing talent as Bermuda prepares to host the ICC Americas U19 Division 1 World Cup Qualifiers in August 2027.” A spokesperson said, “The High-Performance initiative marks the beginning of an intensive development cycle designed to select, refine, and …
Presidents Cup Road Race Set For Oct 4th
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises motorists that the Bermuda Bicycle Association Presidents Cup Road Race will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 11:30 a.m. A Government spokesperson said, “The race will begin and end on Crow Lane and will travel along a route extending through central …
Exploring Potential Digital Identity For Bermuda
Government is starting an “exploratory process into the potential development of a digital identity framework for Bermuda,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Oct 2] the Minister said, ”I wish to make it clear that the Government has not made any decision to implement a digital identity …
Burt: ‘Significant improvement in government finances’
The island has broken from “record” deficits and economic decline to “an economy that is growing, stronger public finances, increased investment in Bermuda and greater capacity to meet the needs of ou…
The battle over the Progressive
The battle over the Progressive Labour Party’s membership list moved back into the Supreme Court yesterday, as the legal dispute involving leadership contender Curtis Dickinson and the PLP administration entered another critical stage.
BMA highlights its annual community day
On Thursday, 1 October, the Bermuda Monetary Authority (Authority or BMA) participated in its Annual Community Day event. As part of this dedicated day of service, employees from across the…
Global shares gain, bonds supported as oil drops, jobs data misses expectations
Nonfarm payrolls increased by 29,000 jobs last month after a downwardly revised 133,000 rise in August, the Labor Department’s closely watched employment report showed on Friday International News via Reuters:…
Europe weighs new diesel stocks release after US pressure, sources say
The proposal, discussed on a call involving EU governments, calls for European countries to release 50 million barrels of diesel and International Energy Agency members to release 50 million barrels…
UK new car sales rise 12% in September as EVs and Chinese brands gain ground
Electric vehicles have been gaining ground in Europe as rising fuel costs, largely driven by global oil shocks from the Iran war, steered customers toward alternatives International News via Reuters:…
BMA staff support eight charities
More than 230 Bermuda Monetary Authority employees spent yesterday volunteering with eight charities and community organisations as part of the regulator’s fifth annual Community Day.
Staff supported …
Staff supported …
Grayson basketball prospect CJ Crumpler secures hometown Fratelli’s NIL deal
Grayson basketball standout CJ Crumpler has officially landed his first name, image, and likeness (NIL) partnership, teaming up with local Italian restaurant Fratelli’s in a community-focused deal. The agreement marks…
Word of Life 5k introduces watch-free handicap challenge for 2026 edition
The annual Word of Life 5k returns on Saturday, 10 October 2026, featuring an inventive handicap challenge designed to test pacing intuition alongside raw foot speed. Headlining this year’s competitive…
Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance
Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance (Photographs by Blaire Simmons)
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Footballers John Barnes & Andrew Cole Arrive
John Barnes and Andrew Cole arrived in Bermuda last night in advance of the Don’t Cut Your Future Short [DCYFS] and Bermuda Football Association U13 Invitational event, which will be held this evening. A spokesperson said, “A distinguished group of Bermudian community leaders, athletes, educators and professionals will join Premier League greats John Barnes and Andrew …
Olympian Nick Saunders named Bermuda Olympic Association Secretary General
Three-time Olympian and Commonwealth Games record holder Clarance “Nick” Saunders has been appointed Secretary General of the Bermuda Olympic Association (BOA). Saunders replaces Branwen Smith-King, who is stepping down after…
Seniors Expo 2026
Seniors Expo 2026 (Photographs By Blaire Simmons)
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Fundraising campaign hits $40,000
A charity encouraged residents to build on momentum and help to reach a $50,000 fundraising target in support of mental wellness initiatives in Bermuda.
The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation called on …
The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation called on …
Education Authority will be built to endure political change
An education authority must be “built to survive” political change as it seeks to provide stronger governance and clearer accountability in the public school system, the Minister of Education told Par…
Augustus stages second-round fightback at Clutch Pro Tour Championship
Bermudian professional Daniel Augustus showed admirable resolve to bounce back from a punishing opening round, shaving nine strokes off his score on day two of the Tier 1 Clutch Pro…
Augustus saves best for last at Clutch Pro Tour Championship
Daniel Augustus saved the best for last at the Clutch Pro Tour Championship in Hexham, England today.
The Ocean View professional shot even par in the third and final round, his lowest in the 54-hole …
The Ocean View professional shot even par in the third and final round, his lowest in the 54-hole …
Month for raising awareness of domestic abuse
A parenting workshop and a day of awareness and fundraising for the Women’s Resource Centre are being offered as the island joins the global recognition of October as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month.
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Europe needs simpler bank rules not lower capital: ECB’s VP
The US has been easing some capital rules and European bank lobbies are also calling for a review of the regulatory framework, claiming it was too cautious and constrains the…
EU fully rejects any ban on diesel, EU spokesperson says
The European Union “fully rejects” the threat made by the U.S. to ban diesel exports if Europe does not release more of its fuel stocks A fuel nozzle refuels a…
Archbishop Wright Enjoying Visit To Bermuda
Archbishop Philip Wright has travelled to Bermuda to celebrate the 400th anniversary of St Mary’s Church. The Most Rev Wright, who is the Bishop of Belize, was elected Archbishop and primate of the Church of the Province of the West Indies last year. He arrived on the island with his wife, Mrs Carla Suite Wright, …
London shares recover as bond sell-off eases, oil prices slip
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.28% to 10,455.34 points by 1007 GMT, but was headed for its sharpest weekly decline since April A worker walks near an LSEG (London…
Euro zone inflation surges more than expected, keeping pressure on ECB to hike rates
Inflation in the 21 nations sharing the euro currency jumped to 3.8% in September from 3.2% a month earlier, exceeding expectations for 3.6% in a Reuters poll, driven primarily by…
Students can take quicker path to engineering degrees
Students at Bermuda College can now complete the first year of an electrical engineering pathway on the island.
The move paves the way for them transferring directly into year two of a degree at Dalho…
The move paves the way for them transferring directly into year two of a degree at Dalho…
Butterfield Launches ‘Fill The Pantry’ Food Drive
Butterfield is inviting the community to come together in support of The Eliza DoLittle Society [TEDS] for its “Fill the Pantry” campaign, a community-wide food drive aimed at helping individuals and families experiencing food insecurity across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “From now until 15 October, the public is encouraged to donate non-perishable food and pantry …
Photos & Video: DWD Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
A ribbon cutting was held to mark the official opening of the Department of Workforce Development’s new location at Bermuda College, with the Minister saying it represents more than the opening of a Government office, as it is an “opportunity to strengthen the connection between education, training, professional development and employment.” Speaking at the official …
Ascot Three Executive Leadership Appointments
Ascot Group announced executive leadership appointments and organizational updates designed to “advance its strategy and position the company for its next phase of growth.” A spokesperson said, “Mark “Sarge” Pepper has been appointed President, Global Underwriting, effective October 1. In this expanded executive role, Mark will lead Ascot’s efforts to elevate its underwriting capabilities and position …
Zuill’s Bolton U18s Earn Draw Against QPR
Bermudian youth international Na’im Zuill’s Bolton Wanderers Under-18 side came from behind three times to draw 3–3 with Queens Park Rangers at the TSG Training Centre on Saturday [September 26] in England. The Professional Development League match was level at 1–1 at half-time, before QPR twice regained the lead after the break. Bolton responded on …
Donawa Features In North Carolina Victory
Bermudian footballer Jace Donawa came off the bench as the University of North Carolina defeated West Florida 2–0 on Wednesday [September 30]. The Tar Heels secured the home victory on Dorrance Field at Play2Dream Legacy Stadium in Chapel Hill, improving their overall record to 4–2–3. Faraji Ramani opened the scoring in the 33rd minute with …
Parliament: Order Of Business For Oct 2nd
The House of Assembly will be in session today [Oct 2], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Government Fiscal Performance Update, Update on the Hardship Fund, Exploring Digital Identity for Bermuda, Updates to Bermuda’s Economic Investment Residential Certificate Programme, Consultation on the Draft Development and Planning [General Development] Order 2026, tabling …
Augustus Improves By Nine Shots At Slaley
Bermudian professional golfer Daniel Augustus improved by nine strokes in the second round of the Clutch Pro Tour’s Tier 1 Tour Championship at Slaley Hall in England. Competing on the par-72 Hunting Course in Hexham, Northumberland, Augustus followed an opening-round 84 with a three-over-par 75 on Thursday [October 1]. His second round included four birdies, …
ECVA Spotlights Bermuda’s Olivia Gazzard
The Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association [ECVA] spotlighted Bermuda’s Olivia Gazzard, named Best Setter at the ECVA Championship, as she reflected on the team’s victory, playing alongside her sister Natalie and inspiring the next generation of volleyball players. The article said, “A setter’s job is all about decisions: reading the block and picking the right spot …
Bermuda Is Love ‘Don’t Go Hungry’ Campaign
This October, Bermuda Is Love is launching its “Don’t Go Hungry” campaign, calling for “universal school breakfast programs across Bermuda so that every child has access to a free, nutritious breakfast every school day.” A spokesperson said, “We believe food is a human right. Every child should be able to start the school day with …
City’s Taste Of Bermuda Returns Next Week
Taste of Bermuda 2026 returns from October 8 to 11, featuring four days of culinary experiences, entertainment and events at venues across Hamilton and beyond. A spokesperson said, “The countdown is on! Taste of Bermuda returns next week, and there’s still time to grab your tickets for some of the most exciting culinary experiences ever …
Tashun Simons named island’s first certified VAR
Tashun Simons has made history as the first Bermudian football referee certified to operate video assistant referee technology.
Simons completed the Concacaf VAR Programme in Miami from May 4 to 8, be…
Simons completed the Concacaf VAR Programme in Miami from May 4 to 8, be…
Bermuda chase first Nations League points in Barbados
Bermuda will look to get off the mark in the Concacaf Nations League when they face Barbados tonight (9pm Bermuda time).
After back-to-back defeats by Guadeloupe and St Lucia, John Barry Nusum’s side …
After back-to-back defeats by Guadeloupe and St Lucia, John Barry Nusum’s side …