Victory! Bermuda clinches win in Caribbean Pickleball Championships
Home-town heroes crush perennial rivals Cayman in thrilling final
Jubilant scenes as Bermuda stormed to victory in the Caribbean Pickleball Championship this
Mixed Fortunes as Clemons, Dill & Butterfield Strike
It was a weekend of contrasting emotions for Bermuda’s overseas contingent as crucial goals in the non-league pyramid were offset by a series of frustrating d
Behind-the-scenes: Day Two at the pickleball finals
The 2026 Caribbean Pickleball Championship has seen matches taking place today at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. Bermuda Broadcasting Company has been capturi
Traffic controls to be removed as Belco trench work migrates
Traffic controls in the western section of Middle Road will soon be removed after Belco’s trench work migrates west, the electric company advised.
Work to lay conduits for underground transmission cab…
Work to lay conduits for underground transmission cab…
PartnerRe net income rises to $2.1bn despite catastrophe losses
PartnerRe posted net income of $2.1 billion in 2025, up more than 45 per cent from 2024.
The Bermudian-based reinsurer, which is privately owned by Covéa, the French-based global insurance group, said…
The Bermudian-based reinsurer, which is privately owned by Covéa, the French-based global insurance group, said…
FIFA To Increase Female Coach Representation
FIFA has introduced rules ensuring female representation in coaching and team leadership across all its women’s competitions, starting this year. A spokesperson said, “The FIFA Council has today approved groundbreaking regulations that will reshape the future of women’s football, mandating female representation in team leadership across all its women’s competitions. From this year onward, each …
Kevin Davies Wins HSBC’s ‘Spend & Get’ Draw
HSBC Bermuda [HSBC] announced Kevin Davies as the winner of the Mastercard Credit Card “Spend & Get” South African Safari Campaign Draw. A spokesperson said, “From November 19th, 2025 through January 31st of this year, for every $300.00 purchase made via their HSBC Mastercard, customers automatically qualified for one entry into the campaign’s prize draw, …
Upgrades Made To Darrell’s Island & Paget Island
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell provided an update on improvements being made to the Government camping facilities at Darrell’s Island and Paget Island. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to provide this Honourable House with an update on improvements being made to the Government camping …
Bermuda Broadcasting to deliver live finals coverage from Press Court
Fans can tune in at 1pm AST on TV and online for Caribbean Pickleball Championship action
Bermuda Broadcasting is bringing fans to the heart of the action to
Minister Furbert On Hardship Fund Programme
The Hardship Fund programme was launched in March 2025, and the Committee has received 141 referrals from partner agencies and service providers seeking assistance for individuals experiencing financial hardship, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinée Furbert said in the House of Assembly. The Minister added, “Housing needs accounted for approximately 50.7% of financial disbursements, …
BBA Team Time Trial Cycling Race Road Notice
The Bermuda Bicycle Association VT Construction Team Time Trial will take place Sunday, March 22, from 7:30 to 9 a.m. on North Shore Road with traffic controls in effect. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the public that the Bermuda Bicycle Association VT Construction Team Time Trial Road Race …
White Finishes 22nd In The Peaks 2 Day Opener
Bermudian cyclist Conor White secured a top-25 finish Saturday during the opening stage of The Peaks 2 Day p/b Velo Edge, navigating a challenging 99.3-kilometer course in Staffordshire. White finished 22nd in a field of elite competitors. He completed the stage, which both started and finished in Warslow, in a time of 2:37:57. Jenson Young …
Photos: Curly’s Walking Football League Launch
Football veteran Leroy ‘Curly Joe’ Wilson launched a local walking football league with its opening tournament on March 14 at Bermuda College. A spokesperson said, “Led by football veteran, Leroy ‘Curly Joe’ Wilson, Curly’s Walking Football launched a local walking football league with its opening tournament on Saturday, March 14th at Bermuda College.” Mr Wilson …
BELCO Updates On Transmission Upgrade Project
BELCO’s provided an update on the Transmission Upgrade Project in the west end of the island. A spokesperson said, “Trenching to lay conduit that will house BELCO’s underground transmission cables resumed in February and has now reached the Railway Trail at Frank’s Bay. Works will continue along the Railway Trail until it reaches the area …
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting March 21
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, March 21st. On Saturday the Atlas Leader auto carrier, the Flex Artemis medical ship and the Umm Graybah container ship are expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Somers Isles …
Rodrigues Jr & Vieira Claim Second Place
Bermudian sailors Paul Rodrigues Jr. and Jordan Vieira competed for Eckerd College as the Tritons finished second at the South Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Association Top Six Fleet Race in Charleston. Following the fleet racing stages, competition moved to team racing in FJs with outgoing tides and winds between 5 and 7 knots. Vieira sailed with …
Video: SailGP Release Bermuda Venue Preview
Anticipation is building for the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix on May 9–10 at Morgan’s Point, as SailGP previews the high-speed racing and fan experience. A spokesperson said, “With exactly 50 days to go until the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, excitement is building as SailGP prepares to return to Bermuda for another …
‘Taxpayer money should not subsidise low-cost golf’
The Board of Trustees of the island’s two government-operated golf courses were “left with no choice” other than to increase membership rates and fee structures to reduce operating costs and fund upgr…
Hornets seeking to close in on Premier Division glory
Leaders Dandy Town will attempt to make another step towards a first Premier Division title in four years and tenth overall when they host X-Roads Warriors at White Hill Field tomorrow.
Jarreau Haywar…
Jarreau Haywar…
OBA slams revised fee structure at government-operated golf courses
Shadow sports minister Ben Smith has lashed out at the Government for its revised membership rates and fee structures at the island’s public golf courses.
Among a host of changes at Port Royal Golf Co…
Among a host of changes at Port Royal Golf Co…
Caitlyn Bobb hungry for more after Indoor Worlds debut
Athlete Caitlyn Bobb is hungry for more top competition after she clocked a season’s best of 54.15sec in the 400 metres in her maiden appearance at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland o…
Tyler Smith targets podium in Namibia
Triathlete Tyler Smith is aiming to start his racing season with a spot on the podium at the Africa Triathlon Premium Cup Swakopmund on Saturday.
Smith is following the same path he took in 2023 when …
Smith is following the same path he took in 2023 when …
Top five mistakes pre-retirees make
It is crazy. Suddenly, you hit your early fifties and are now talking about what retirement means to you. I still feel too young to even think about it, albeit the reflection in the mirror tells anot…
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My wife and I are in our mid-thirties, and the only debt we have is a combined $15,000 in student loans and credit card payments. We’ve got almost $100,000 in our pension plans, plus we hav…
Delay smartphone use for children, group urges
An advocacy group is calling on parents across Bermuda to get behind a global movement to reduce harmful smartphone and social media use in young people.
Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda gave tw…
Musicians regale audience at free concert
Some of Bermuda’s best music teachers came together last week to give a free concert at Wesley Methodist Church.
Yuki Furqan and Anssi Saarinen performed on the piano while Dan Turcan and Narek Darb…
Yuki Furqan and Anssi Saarinen performed on the piano while Dan Turcan and Narek Darb…
Succulent building taking shape at Botanical Gardens
Works are progressing on a building at the Botanical Gardens in Paget.
The Cacti and Succulent building was torn down after the Government called on companies to put forward bids to rebuild the struct…
The Cacti and Succulent building was torn down after the Government called on companies to put forward bids to rebuild the struct…
Furbert describes checks on children in overseas care
Measures to monitor the safety and wellbeing of children placed in care facilities overseas were outlined in the House of Assembly yesterday after Opposition questions on the topic.
Robin Tucker, a On…
Robin Tucker, a On…
Hiscox manager faces charge in Greece over Bermuda case
A manager at Bermudian-headquartered Hiscox Ltd is facing a criminal charge in Greece.
The charge stems from allegations of false testimony linked to an attempted extradition in a long-running fraud …
The charge stems from allegations of false testimony linked to an attempted extradition in a long-running fraud …
WeSpeak Hosts Largest Ever Teen Boot Camp
WeSpeak Bermuda hosted its largest-ever Teen Boot Camp, bringing students together for a full-day programme focused on confidence, communication, and leadership. A spokesperson said, “WeSpeak Bermuda successfully hosted its largest-ever Teen Boot Camp last week, bringing together students from across the island for a dynamic, full-day programme designed to build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and …
Police Appeal: Help Locate 13-Year-Old
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Taeoree Wolffe. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old, Bermudian National, Taeoree Wolffe. “Ms. Wolffe, is described as being slim built, brown complexioned with a short bobbed hairstyle. “She was last seen around 4:00p.m. on Friday, …
Lamb Foggo To Resume X-Ray Services
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has announced that x-ray services at the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre will resume tomorrow [March 21]. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board is pleased to announce that new- x-ray equipment has been installed at the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre in St David’s. “The installation was part of the …
Opinion: Lowering the cost of living gives islanders ‘breathing room’
Statement from Wayne Furbert, JP, MP Junior Minister of Finance
Across Bermuda, families are doing everything right, working hard and budgeting carefully, ye
Police witness recounts chasing murder accused
A police witness recounted chasing after a man accused of a June 2020 murder on the night of the incident.
Inspector Roger Saints said that at about 9pm on the night of June 14, 2020 he was on patrol …
Inspector Roger Saints said that at about 9pm on the night of June 14, 2020 he was on patrol …
Road work to block bus access at Spanish Point Road
Road works along Spanish Point Road will impact bus service to the area, the Department of Public Transportation said.
Lane closures and paving equipment associated with the work, as well as the narro…
Lane closures and paving equipment associated with the work, as well as the narro…
House approves refinements of CIT oversight body
Bills to expand the oversight of the Corporate Income Tax Agency and clarify its finances were approved by the House of Assembly today.
David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, said the Corpor…
David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, said the Corpor…
MPs approve health insurance rate increase
Members of Parliament approved the first increase in the standard premium rate in almost five years.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said the Health Insurance (Standard Health Benefit) Amendment R…
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said the Health Insurance (Standard Health Benefit) Amendment R…
Government launches prison officer recruitment drive
The Department of Corrections wants to recruit new prison officers.
Effective today, the department will welcome applications through the Government Careers web portal.
Kim Wilkerson, the Minister of …
Effective today, the department will welcome applications through the Government Careers web portal.
Kim Wilkerson, the Minister of …
Geraldine Sidders Set For Junior Wushu
Geraldine Sidders is set to represent Bermuda at the 10th World Junior Wushu Championships in Tianjin, China, as the biennial competition gets underway on Monday [March 23]. Sidders will be accompanied by Bermuda Sanshou Association coaches Garon Wilkinson and Kaelin Cox, along with team leader Nolette Webb. She will compete in two taolu events — …
British equities cap third losing week as Mideast war rages on
The blue-chip FTSE 100 closed down 1.4%, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 was down 1%
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London’s main indexes closed lower o
Allshores shares inch higher on BSX
Allshores rose one cent on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today as 5,754 of the company’s shares changed hands. The insurer closed on $21.80.
Six thousand shares of Butterfield Bank also traded, leaving t…
Six thousand shares of Butterfield Bank also traded, leaving t…
King Charles photo with Caribbean officials under portrait of slavery-enriched monarch sparks criticism
Charles hosted on March 10 several Caribbean representatives at St. James’s Palace for the annual Commonwealth Day reception
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NATO withdraws troops from Iraq mission to Europe as Iran war rages
In recent days, several countries including Poland, Spain and Croatia have announced they have withdrawn troops from the Middle East, citing the conflict in Ira
Behind-the-scenes: Bermuda Broadcasting airs pickleball event, live
The 2026 Caribbean Pickleball Championship is in full flight, and Bermuda Broadcasting is at the centre of the action.
Games are being played indoors at the
Road to Canterbury: Church of England’s new head walks ancient pilgrimage route
Mullally, 63, who was named as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury last October, has chosen to walk the roughly 140 km (87 mile) “Becket Camino” route from St Pa
Urgent care centre receives new X-ray equipment
New X-ray equipment has been installed at the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre in St David’s.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said the installation was part of “the planned upgrade and replacement project of…
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said the installation was part of “the planned upgrade and replacement project of…
Three deny trio of offences
Three men have been charged in Magistrates’ Court with assaulting a person with intent to rob.
Jelani Simmons, 21, and 18-year-olds Zion Smith-Codrington and Ajahni Bascome-Lema, were also charged wi…
Jelani Simmons, 21, and 18-year-olds Zion Smith-Codrington and Ajahni Bascome-Lema, were also charged wi…
Cycling to affect traffic on Sunday
A bicycle race will affect traffic in several parishes on Sunday, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A spokesman urged motorists to use caution during the Bermuda Bicycle Associat…
A spokesman urged motorists to use caution during the Bermuda Bicycle Associat…
Chubb reveals details of $20bn US-backed shipping insurance plan
Chubb, the Swiss-based global insurer with offices in Bermuda, has outlined the structure of the US-supported plan to provide a maritime insurance backstop to encourage shipping to restart in the Midd…