Schaeffler, Spire Global team up for space hardware, satellite platforms in Europe
The companies intend to build a sovereign European space hardware and mission business before the end of this decade
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BFA Names Women’s Squad For Belize Matches
The Bermuda Football Association announced the women’s squad for the upcoming matches against Belize, which will take place in Bermuda on June 4 and 7. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is delighted to announce the Bermuda Senior Women’s National Team that will play the Belize Women’s National Team at the Flora Duffy …
Cricket: Warwick Academy Win Super 8 Title
Warwick Academy have been crowned the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Middle School Girls Super 8 Cricket champions after defeating Sandys Secondary Middle School in the final. Pool A Somersfield Academy – 52/5 Warwick Academy – 59/2 Somersfield Academy – 52/2 Whitney Institute – 53/1 Whitney Institute – 51/5 Warwick Academy – 55/2 Pool B Sandys …
45 honoured in ‘Grow Eat $ave’ programme
Health Ministry marks 10 years of initiative aimed at boosting food security, cutting food costs and encouraging healthier lifestyles
The Ministry of Hea
Canada, Bahamas imposes Ebola-related travel bans
Residents from those countries will be banned from entering Canada for 90 days starting Wednesday
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Canada and the Bah
Swimming: Emma Harvey Wins Bronze In Arizona
Emma Harvey won the bronze medal in the 100m Butterfly on the final day of the 2026 AZ Sun Devil Open in Tempe, Arizona. Competing in a field of over 60 swimmers, Harvey recorded a time of 1:01.01 to finish third overall in the final after qualifying third fastest from the preliminary heats earlier in …
UK, Poland to sign defence treaty to tackle Russian threats
The deal, due to be signed by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Starmer in London, will improve border security, tackle organised crime and deepen defence c
New initiative aims to build workplace confidence
Six-part workshop programme will focus on communication, emotional control and long-term career success
The Department of Workforce Development, in partn
China stalls Airbus approvals to pressure Europe on homegrown Chinese jets, Bloomberg News reports
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) has delayed final approval that would allow Airbus jets to enter the country and be put into service for the p
Solstice welcomes geriatric psychiatry specialist
Dr Elizabeth Hathaway joins the team to support adult mental health, ageing and dementia care
Solstice is proud to welcome Dr Elizabeth Hathaway, a board
ECB tells banks to invest more to get a grip on AI security risk
New large language models such as Anthropic’s Mythos are viewed by cybersecurity experts as posing significant challenges to the banking industry and its legacy
Energy bills in Britain to jump 13% on impact of Iran war
The increase, up around £221 from the previous cap of £1,641 for April to June, will hit millions of households on variable tariffs
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Sterling dips as Iran uncertainty keeps traders wary
The nearly 7% drop in the oil price this week has given some respite to the currencies of more import-dependent nations
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Norre Robinson Competes In Conference USA
Norre Robinson competed at the 2026 Conference USA Outdoor Track & Field Championships, gaining experience against a strong collegiate field. Representing Louisiana Tech University, the Bermudian athlete competed at the Middle Tennessee State Facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, where the three-day meet was held. Robinson opened his competition in the men’s 100-meter dash, finishing 21st overall …
Lady Stars, Bailey’s Bay, Chasers & Ballers Win
Netball Bermuda’s Summer League resumed at Bernard Park with wins for Lady Stars, Bailey’s Bay, Storm Chasers, and Allshores Ballers across Women’s Division and Coed Division action. In the Women’s Division, Lady Stars defeated Tropical Storm 32-6. Lady Stars controlled the match throughout, with K’Xiyae Gibbons and Nahjae Rayner scoring 11 goals each and Sioma …
More than 230 adult students
More than 230 adult students were honoured at Bermuda College in an awards ceremony recognising their achievements in courses helping them learn new career skills, upskill, reskill, train and retrain for jobs.
Smash Invitational Cricket Match Schedule
The Bermuda Smash Invitational is set to take place from May 30 to June 6, and the organizers have released the match schedule for the event. The organizers previously said, “The Bermuda Smash Invitational [BSI] T20 Tournament is set to return from May 30th to June 6th, 2026, bringing with it another electrifying week of world-class …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 26 2026
May 26 saw 5,002 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $106,548.00 BD. 5,002 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 11.3% at $21.30 per share. The BSX finished at 3,514.41, down 0.75% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day …
Umpire Precious Smith named on ICC Development Panel
Precious Smith continues to make giant strides in her cricket officiating career after becoming the first Bermudian female umpire to be appointed to the International Cricket Council Development Panel…
‘Nobody should miss out on this sport because of lack of money’
Geovanni Hayward tells a true story that illustrates just why he has set up a new sailing charity.
Hayward describes a child from the East End that comes through the Endeavour programme. At the start…
Hayward describes a child from the East End that comes through the Endeavour programme. At the start…
Allshores books $20.8m tax credit boost
Allshores has booked a $20.8 million estimated gain through a Bermuda substance-based tax credit.
The company recognised the figure in its income statement as a reduction in net operating costs.
The …
The company recognised the figure in its income statement as a reduction in net operating costs.
The …
Greenberg: AI will enable Chubb to reduce global staff
One of the world’s foremost insurance leaders has expressed deep concerns about the economy, citing uncertainties he sees ahead.
And in a March shareholders letter, he reiterated a planned reduction i…
And in a March shareholders letter, he reiterated a planned reduction i…
Safepoint seeks to raise $283m in IPO
Florida insurer Safepoint, which owns three Bermuda captives and is a substantial user of the Bermuda insurance-linked securities market, is seeking to raise as much as $283.3 million in a US initial …
Wardens capture two dogs after fatal attack on pets
A pair of German shepherds allegedly killed two small dogs in an incident in Smith’s on Monday before attacking a woman and her dog near by.
Fabian Minors, the owner of Bermuda Pet Sitters, said that …
Fabian Minors, the owner of Bermuda Pet Sitters, said that …
King: substandard prisons verge on ‘violation of human rights’
The state of the island’s prisons needs to be “treated as a national crisis”, the Opposition has stated in the wake of a damning assessment made public this month.
Robert King, the Shadow Minister of …
Robert King, the Shadow Minister of …
Earl Leader (1948-2026): adept on the tennis court and on stage
A top tennis player and coach who advanced the sport in Bermuda while developing an array of local talent also followed in the musical footsteps of his father, one of the island’s jazz legends and awa…
Hotel proposed for vacant Hamilton office building
A developer hopes to convert a vacant office building on Burnaby Street into a 30-room hotel.
A recent planning application by Holborn Property Holding Ltd has renovations to 26 Burnaby Street — the G…
A recent planning application by Holborn Property Holding Ltd has renovations to 26 Burnaby Street — the G…
Accountant: ‘This was not a proper way to run a business’
A couple accused of stealing $300,000 from elderly clients were heavily criticised in the Supreme Court yesterday.
Forensic accountant Todd Boyd was giving his second day of evidence from the witness …
Forensic accountant Todd Boyd was giving his second day of evidence from the witness …
BDADay.com Updated With 1000 Photos & Videos
With Bermuda Day 2026 now behind us, Bernews has updated our dedicated Bermuda Day website — BDADay.com — with this year’s coverage, including more than 1,000 photos and videos from events across the holiday period, and information on all of the winners of the various events. The new content features coverage of the races, parade, school …
Work Ready Series Launches In June
The Department of Workforce Development, in partnership with MASC Ltd., announced the launch of “The Reset: Work Ready Series”, a six-part workshop series designed to help individuals strengthen the personal and interpersonal skills essential for success in today’s workplace. A Government spokesperson said, “Open to all in the community, the series will give participants practical …
Solstice Welcomes Dr Elizabeth Hathaway
Solstice has welcomed psychiatrist Dr Elizabeth Hathaway to its team. A spokesperson said, “Solstice is proud to welcome Dr Elizabeth Hathaway, a board-certified consultant psychiatrist who works with adults across the lifespan, with specialist expertise in geriatric psychiatry and psychodynamic psychotherapy. “Dr Hathaway joins Solstice at a time when more Bermudians are navigating anxiety, depression, …
Iran to commute to World Cup games from Mexico after US refusal, Sheinbaum says
Sheinbaum said FIFA approached her government after U.S. authorities said they did not want Iran staying in the country throughout the June 11-July 19 competiti
New auditorium project commences
A revamp of Mount Saint Agnes Academy’s auditorium is underway.
School principal Anna Faria-Machado, Christopher Tannock, assistant principal for facilities and Sean Kelly, chairman of the Board of G…
School principal Anna Faria-Machado, Christopher Tannock, assistant principal for facilities and Sean Kelly, chairman of the Board of G…
Allshores shares fall 11% on BSX
Shares of Allshores fell 11.3 per cent in Bermuda Stock Exchange trading today.
The insurer closed down $2.70 on the trading of 5,002 shares to close at $21.30 on the BSX.
With Allshores the only stoc…
The insurer closed down $2.70 on the trading of 5,002 shares to close at $21.30 on the BSX.
With Allshores the only stoc…
CG hosts wellness fair to mark rebranding
Members of the public can enjoy entertainment, demonstrations and vendors during a free wellness fair on Saturday.
A statement said the Coralisle Group was organising the event at Albuoy’s Point to ce…
A statement said the Coralisle Group was organising the event at Albuoy’s Point to ce…
S&P 500, Nasdaq nab record closing highs, WTI crude falls on hopes for Iran peace deal
Tech shares, lifted by surging chip stocks, put the Nasdaq out front, while the S&P 500’s gains were more modest
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US CDC seeks staff for Ebola screening as outbreak response expands
CDC Acting Director Jay Bhattacharya said in the email that the agency had activated a Level 2 emergency response on May 18 to an outbreak of the Bundibugyo str
Trump raises refugee ceiling by 10,000 to bring in more white South Africans
The document, dated May 21, said white South Africans of Afrikaner ethnicity face an emergency situation due to the “incitement of racially motivated violence”
Are you ready for Carnival in Bermuda?
Events get underway on June 10
Carnival in Bermuda is preparing for another year of celebrations, with events set to take place June 10-15. Kendal Tro
Workshop series to help develop positive habits
The Department of Workforce Development will launch a workshop series next month intended to help people develop their workplace expertise.
The six-part series, organised in partnership with Masc Ltd,…
The six-part series, organised in partnership with Masc Ltd,…
More than 230 adult learners honoured by Bermuda College
More than 230 adult learners won recognition from the Bermuda College for their achievements in higher education.
Through the Athora Professional and Career Education division, the students were cele…
Through the Athora Professional and Career Education division, the students were cele…
List of Planning Applications Advertised on May 26, 2026
The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal. or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, Seven Arches Building, 3rd Floor, 44 Church Street West, City of Hamilton HM12.
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Marriage Notice: ISHAK ISSA & CHARMAINE HERNANDEZ
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -ISHAK GEORGES ISSA ofWARWICK Parish (Single) andCHARMAINE PAMANIAN HERNANDEZ ofWARWICK Parish (Single)
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Marriage Notice: GEORGE DOWLING III & TIFFANY FOX
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -GEORGE STEPHEN DOWLING III ofST. GEORGE’S Parish (Single) andTIFFANY KALII FOX ofSOUTHAMPTON Parish (Single)
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Marriage Notice: DEJON SIMMONS & ELIZABETE VARAO
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -DEJON ANTOINE SIMMONS ofHAMILTON Parish (Single) andELIZABETE DE JESUS OLIVEIRA VARAO ofHAMILTON Parish (Single)
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Team Hayward Hosts Post-Mother’s Day Tea
Jason Hayward and his supporters hosted a post–Mother’s Day Tea event at Coco Reef Hotel, saying it was “an opportunity to celebrate the women who continue to strengthen our Party, our communities, and our country every single day.” A spokesperson said, “Team Hayward would like to thank the scores of ladies who took the time …
Vantage Drilling swings to profit
Bermudian-based offshore drilling contractor Vantage Drilling International reported a return to profitability in the first quarter of 2026, posting net income attributable to shareholders of approxim…
Health council gathers record for long-term care facilities
Some of the island’s need for expanded residential care as the elderly population increases is being addressed through a campaign by the Bermuda Health Council.
The council announced it was gathering …
The council announced it was gathering …
Vision dancers take to the stage at City Hall
A journey through assorted decades of dance is coming to the Earl Cameron Theatre this weekend courtesy of Vision School of Dance.
Angie Hayward, founder and school director, said Vision’s fifth annua…
Angie Hayward, founder and school director, said Vision’s fifth annua…
UK targets Russian crypto networks in latest sanctions
The package also targets crypto exchanges and entities operating Russia-focused platforms, including a Kyrgyz bank and multiple firms registered in jurisdiction