Bermuda News Updates

The Bermuda Diabetes Association [BDA] marked a successful three-day chronic kidney disease [CKD] screening initiative, providing members of the community with free access to early detection and health education. A spokesperson said, “The initiative reinforces the importance of regular screening, particularly in Bermuda, where more than 13% of residents are living with diabetes and approximately …

The Bermuda Powerlifting Association is aiming to grow the sport locally and develop athletes capable of excelling internationally. Brittany Denbrook, the BPA president, said the organisation was formed in 2024 to establish powerlifting in Bermuda alongside the island’s other niche sports. “Bermuda has a lot of niche sports. We thought, ‘Why not have one more!” …

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is providing an update on the restoration of St. David’s Lighthouse, following the completion of the new telecommunications tower structure. A Government spokesperson said, “The new tower represents an important step in the restoration process. Before work can begin on the Lighthouse itself, telecommunications equipment currently located there …

Bermuda’s Commissioner of Corrections Keeva Joell-Benjamin joined regional corrections leaders in Jamaica last week to discuss reform, workforce development, rehabilitation and modernising correctional services. A Government spokesperson said, “Commissioner of Corrections Keeva Joell-Benjamin represented Bermuda at a major regional corrections conference in Kingston, Jamaica, last week, as the Department of Corrections continues to draw on …

Bermuda is set to host Davis Cup tennis action this weekend, with our local players –  –  Tariq Simons, Trey Mallory, Daniel Phillips, Wayne Montgomery and Zach McGuire, led by Coach Ricky Mallory — set to take on the team from Mexico. A Government spokesperson said, “The Stage is Set. The Players are Ready. Davis Cup Tennis Starts …