Two occupants of truck taken to hospital after crash
Bermuda Police Service statement:Police are currently on the scene of a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a truck in Southampton, near the junctio
Three nursing students receive $10,000 for studies
Three women received $10,000 in scholarship funds to chase their dreams of becoming nurses.
Channa McGowan, Unzae Swan and Naziah Robinson were all named recipients of the Iris Almeria Davis Scholarsh…
Channa McGowan, Unzae Swan and Naziah Robinson were all named recipients of the Iris Almeria Davis Scholarsh…
Johnstone Showcases Bermuda Cuisine In U.S.
Bermudian chef Trevor Johnstone, founder of the award-winning Plant Based Fuel BDA, travelled to Shreveport, Louisiana, where he served as the featured guest chef at The Atlantic Table, a one-night culinary collaboration held at Abby Singer’s Bistro. Hosted by acclaimed Chef Niema DiGrazia, the dinner brought together two chefs whose culinary backgrounds reflect the rich …
Officials looking into produce linked to US outbreak
The Ministry of Health is investigating if lettuce associated with an outbreak of intestinal illness in the US has been imported to Bermuda.
Shredded iceberg lettuce originating in Mexico and distribu…
Shredded iceberg lettuce originating in Mexico and distribu…
Bermuda’s hometown airline, is set
Bermuda’s hometown airline, is set to become the newest operator of the Airbus A220, following an order placed by affiliated company Odyssey, for 10 A220-300 aircraft. The firm order, booked in March 2026, represents the group’s first direct aircraft order with Airbus.
Willis Re launches life reinsurance practice
Willis Re, the international reinsurance broker, today announced the launch of its global life reinsurance practice following the recent appointment of Christian Howells as head of life reinsurance.
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RA continues engagement over IRP pause
Home Affairs Minister Alexa Lightbourne announced the pause after the latest version of the IRP went live on the Regulatory Authority’s website on July 3rd
Photos.Results: Beach Volleyball Championships
Natalie Gazzard, Megan Hands, Sean Tucker and Kyle Hamilton won their respective divisions at Bermuda Volleyball Association’s National Beach Volleyball Championships held this past weekend. Natalie Gazzard and Megan Hands claimed the women’s title, Kayley Hamilton and Hailey Trott finished second, while Olivia Gazzard and Isabella Sousa secured third place. In the men’s division, Sean …
BermudAir will be newest operator of Airbus A220
BermudAir has announced plans to become the newest operator of the Airbus A220, with affiliated company Odyssey placing a firm order for 10 A220-300 aircraft.
The One Bermuda Alliance (OBA)
The One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) hosted a well-attended town hall meeting Monday evening at the Vasco da Gama Club, where the focus centered on the Progressive Labour Party government’s pursuit of full CARICOM membership and the potential implications for Bermuda.
Raynor And Bascome Open Batting In Defeat
Bermudian pair Najiyah Raynor and Oyinde Bascome opened the batting for Coventry & North Warwickshire CC Second XI in their six-wicket defeat to Attock Second XI in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Division Two at the weekend. Coventry & North Warwickshire were bowled out for 266 off 49.2 overs, with Raynor and Bascome both scoring …
Spain, France battle wildfires as heat grips southern Europe
In France, where two firefighters died on Tuesday as their truck was engulfed in flames in the southwest region of Gironde, authorities urged people to avoid us
Bermuda Swimmers To Begin Games Campaign
Bermuda’s swimmers will become the island’s first athletes in action at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow when competition begins at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre on Friday [July 24]. Elan Daley, Elijah Daley, Emma Harvey, Jack Harvey and Sam Williamson will represent Bermuda in the pool during the six-day swimming programme, which runs until July …
Four Footballers In England Preseason Action
Four Bermudian footballers were involved in pre-season matches in England on Tuesday evening, with Kane Crichlow, Keziah Martin and Harry Twite’s teams recording victories, while Ne-Jai Tucker helped Walton & Hersham earn a draw. Crichlow started for Dagenham & Redbridge in their 5-0 win over Crystal Palace Under-21 at Victoria Road. The Bermuda international played …
UK’s Bloomsbury among beneficiaries of $1.5 billion Anthropic copyright lawsuit settlement
Bloomsbury said a U.S. court identified 14,087 of its titles covered by the settlement, with proposed compensation of about $3,000 per title, split equally betw
BermudAir Orders 10 Airbus A220 Aircraft
BermudAir has ordered ten Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with the company saying they will feature a “comfortable 135-seat, three-class configuration.” A spokesperson said, “BermudAir, Bermuda’s hometown airline, is set to become the newest operator of the Airbus A220, following an order placed by affiliated company Odyssey, for 10 A220-300 aircraft. The firm order, booked in March 2026, …
BPSU Presents Ten Education Awards
Sarine Babb, Jaela Medeiros-Symonds, Sascha Burchall, Nahla Burgess, Kimura Cole, Latarie Doers-Bowen, Kenya Smith-Woodley, Sekai Tatem, Hailey Trott and Isis Tucker have all earned education awards from the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] proudly reflects on the success of its 34th Annual Education Awards Ceremony, held on …
Bermuda Junior Golfers Compete In Miami
Junior golfers Lewis MacFarlane and Bradford Laing competed at the Optimist International Junior Golf Championship at Trump National Doral in Miami, Florida. MacFarlane finished fourth in the boys 12-13 division. He opened with a 3-over-par 75, recording three birdies and ten pars, before carding his best round of the tournament with a 1-over-par 73, which …
Former Lloyd’s of London CEO breached conduct rules, investigation rules
One year after Neal’s departure after more than six years as CEO, a drawn-out investigation found that the relationship had been “sufficiently close during thei
Motorcyclist Arrested For Impaired Driving
A motorcyclist has been arrested for impaired driving after a collision in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:25 p.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, Police attended a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, near the junction of Stovell Lane and South Road, Paget. “Officers were informed the bike was traveling in an easterly direction …
Raelyn Robinson Wins Four Medals In Missouri
Young Bermudian athlete Raelyn Robinson won four medals at the AAU National Championship Jackie Joyner-Kersee Showcase in St Louis, Missouri. Robinson captured the gold medal in the long jump and earned bronze medals in the 100 metres and 200 metres. She also received a bronze award after placing third among the overall top performers in …
UK house prices rose by 2.7% in year to May, ONS data shows
Average UK monthly private rents increased by 3.3% in the year to June, matching the pace in the 12 months to May, the ONS said
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UK’s Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive
Burnham wants to move quickly to show people he can improve their lives, after becoming Britain’s seventh prime minister in 10 years in an unprecedented bout of
UK inflation slows in temporary boost for new PM Burnham
Consumer prices rose by 2.6% in annual terms in June — the weakest increase since March 2025 and down from 2.8% in May
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Britain’s FTSE 100 climbs on metals and energy gains; Middle East in focus
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.9% to 10,684.33 points by 1010 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 0.1%
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Pound holds firm as soft UK inflation leaves rate-hike bets intact
Sterling was trading flat at $1.3373, after depreciating for the last four sessions
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The pound held steady against th
The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s
The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s Men’s National Sevens Team departs this week for Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where they will compete in the 2026 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games from 25–27 July, alongside the largest delegation of Bermudian athletes the island has seen for a Games.
Minister DeSilva said: “It was
Minister DeSilva said: “It was important for my Cabinet colleagues to see these modular homes first-hand and understand the role they will play in strengthening Bermuda’s emergency housing capacity.
On Friday, 17 July, the
On Friday, 17 July, the Minister of the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Emily-Gail Dill, JP, MP, visited the Youth Library Summer Camp at the Florence Webb Maxwell Youth Library, where she met with campers and staff and learned more about the programme’s activities.
The Bermuda Nurses Association (BNA)
The Bermuda Nurses Association (BNA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Iris Almeria Davis Scholarship, recognizing three exceptional individuals whose dedication to nursing, academic excellence, and professional development reflects the bright future of healthcare in Bermuda.
Businesses warn cost-of-living Bill could impact healthy food
Businesses have warned that cost-of-living legislation set to be debated in the Senate today could have unintended consequences.
The Cost of Living Amendment (No 2) Act 2026 made it through the House …
The Cost of Living Amendment (No 2) Act 2026 made it through the House …
Waivers ‘not required’ for $115m in no-bid contracts
The Government said yesterday that multimillion-dollar no-bid contracts for affordable housing were awarded to two foreign firms without any oversight from the Office of Project Management and Procure…
Coach Excited By Ralph Scott’s Potential
University of Tennessee assistant coach Gregg Polinsky believes Ralph Scott has the attributes to become an important player for the Volunteers after adding significant strength over the past year. “And even though Ralph is still lean, he’s put on about 20, 25 pounds,” Polinsky told On3. “He looks so much different than this time a …
Bermuda Triangle Cup opens with goals galore
Seven goals were witnessed on the first night of the Bermuda Triangle Cup at Flora Duffy Stadium on Monday.
National Academy Under-17 and Future Pro Academy started off with a 2-2 draw. Stephen Astwo…
National Academy Under-17 and Future Pro Academy started off with a 2-2 draw. Stephen Astwo…
Basketball star Ralph Scott tunes in to college demands
Ahead of his NCAA Division I men’s basketball debut season with the University of Tennessee, budding star Ralph Scott is determined to make an impression.
Since graduating from IMG Academy in May, the…
Since graduating from IMG Academy in May, the…
Bermuda third at Caribbean junior squash championships
Bermuda boys finished third at the Caribbean Area Squash Association Junior Championships in Tortola, British Virgin Islands.
Having finished second to Cayman Islands in the group stage, the Bermuda b…
Having finished second to Cayman Islands in the group stage, the Bermuda b…
Basketball coach looks for external support
Following a disastrous campaign at the Fiba AmeriCup 2029 Caribbean prequalifiers in Guyana, Bermuda men’s basketball coach Sullivan Phillips is exploring ways to improve the skills level of his playe…
Axa XL marks 40 years
Axa XL was born 40 years ago in response to a crisis — and that responsiveness to the world’s risk-management needs remains part of the company’s DNA today, 40 years later.
That is the view of Noel Pe…
That is the view of Noel Pe…
DeVon Binns bridges a gap
Veteran dentist DeVon Binns has launched Signature Dental Aesthetics in Hamilton, a new practice designed to fill holes in the local dental market.
Years ago, running Da Vinci Dental in Hamilton, he …
Years ago, running Da Vinci Dental in Hamilton, he …
Duncan Card: No ignorance defence on cyber-risk
Over the last 20 years of my advisory practice, the standards for cybersecurity corporate governance have generally evolved incrementally every few months — that is, until now.
On July 17, the Bermuda…
On July 17, the Bermuda…
PAC to consider conducting financial review of cyberattack
The Public Accounts Committee is to consider conducting a review into financial exchanges related to the cyberattack that brought down the Government’s IT systems in 2023, its chairman has said.
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Drugs importer gets suspended sentence
A man who brought illegal drugs into Bermuda was given a suspended prison sentence in Magistrates’ Court.
Tahva Virgil, 32, admitted importing cannabis resin and another substance containing THC durin…
Tahva Virgil, 32, admitted importing cannabis resin and another substance containing THC durin…
Batista hopes ballet gala will inspire Black Bermudian dancers
An international ballet showcase featuring leading performers can inspire more young Black Bermudians to see dance as a profession in which they belong, principal dancer Jonathan Batista has said.
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Court dismisses constitutional complaint against commission
The Supreme Court has struck out a claim that the legislation that established a commission of inquiry unconstitutionally lacked a right of appeal.
Raymond Davis and Lynda Swan argued that their inabi…
Raymond Davis and Lynda Swan argued that their inabi…
Wallpaper Wednesday: Cup Match Showdown
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a bold Cup Match-inspired graphic showcasing St. George’s and Somerset batsmen in action, celebrating Bermuda’s iconic annual cricket classic. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 21 2026
July 21 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,745.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 20 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 17 …
BermudAir orders ten more aircraft
BermudAir has announced that it has ordered an additional ten aircraft to bolster its expanding list of routes.
Reuters reported that the Bermuda-based airline announced at the Farnborough Internation…
Reuters reported that the Bermuda-based airline announced at the Farnborough Internation…
Man arrested after bike crash in Paget
A man who crashed a motorcycle in Paget on Monday night was arrested for impaired driving.
A police spokesman said that at about 11.25pm, police attended the scene of a single-vehicle crash involving …
A police spokesman said that at about 11.25pm, police attended the scene of a single-vehicle crash involving …
Ministers Listen To Youth Voices At Town Hall
Recently as part of the 2026 National 18+ Youth Conference, Power in Participation: Youth Shaping Bermuda’s Future, young people from Bermuda engaged directly with Government Ministers during the “Ask the Leader” Town Hall, hosted by the Office of Youth Affairs. A Government spokesperson said, “Participants raised questions on youth representation, workforce development, affordability, education reform, …
Senate: Order Of Business For July 22nd
The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [July 22], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Justice and Community Safety Reform Act 2026, Corporate Income Tax Amendment Act 2026, Tax Credits Amendment Act 2026, Human Rights Amendment Act 2026, Cost of Living Commission Amendment [No. 2] Act 2026, Bermuda …