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Nicholas Christopher garners Tony nomination

May 5, 2026

Bermudian Nicholas Christopher was celebrating in New York City today after he was nominated for a Tony Award for his performance in Chess.
Mr Christopher said he was stunned to be nominated for Best …

Bernews / Business

Live Video: Minister Hayward Press Conference

May 5, 2026

Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward is holding a press conference this afternoon [May 5] provide an update on the National Entrepreneurship Strategy. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Premier & Jeff Baron At Tech Summit Video: BermudAir Launches Service To …

News / Royal Gazette

World Asthma Day 2026

May 5, 2026

World Asthma Day 2026 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

News / Royal Gazette

Prayer gatherings this week aim to unite community

May 5, 2026

A pair of public prayer gatherings will be held on Thursday as the island recognises the 2026 National Day of Prayer.
Organisers have said that first will take place between 1pm and 2pm outside Sessio…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Vienna police brace for protests at Eurovision Song Contest final

May 5, 2026

A celebration of pop music and high camp, the contest is taking place in particularly tense circumstances this year

International News via Reuters:

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Gino Smith To Speak At College Commencement

May 5, 2026

Bermuda College will welcome Gino Smith as the guest speaker at its Commencement ceremony on May 14th. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College will welcome alumnus and global reinsurance executive Gino Z. Smith as guest speaker at this year’s Commencement ceremony.” Mr Smith, who began his higher education at Bermuda College through an articulation pathway with …

Bernews / News

Teenage Rowers Complete Middle-To-End

May 5, 2026

Longtails Rowing Club’s youth programme reached a key milestone as eight teenage rowers completed the 12-mile Middle-to-End leg of the Convex End-to-End on Saturday [May 2]. The club, founded last year by Zoe Oduntan, is an independent initiative that works alongside the Bermuda Rowing Association and fielded rowers aged between 13 and 16. The group …

Bernews / News

Nicholas Christopher Nominated For Tony Award

May 5, 2026

Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher has earned a nomination for the Best Leading Actor in a Musical at the Tony Awards, which are widely recognized as the most prestigious honors in live theater. Christopher, who stars in the Broadway play “Chess”, is nominated for the award alongside Luke Evans in “The Rocky Horror Show,” Joshua Henry in …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Alphabet closes in on Nvidia’s spot as world’s biggest company

May 5, 2026

The potential reshuffling would put the Google parent at the No.1 spot for the first time in more than a decade

International News via Reuters:

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National Museum of Bermuda seeks paid graduate intern

May 5, 2026

The deadline to apply is May 31

The National Museum of Bermuda (NMB) is seeking a motivated 12‑Month Museum Intern to support its education, curatorial

Bernews / News

Eleven Businesses Complete Vendor Academy

May 5, 2026

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has successfully completed its inaugural Vendor Academy, with 11 businesses and 13 entrepreneurs graduating from the seven-week programme “fully prepared to elevate their presence in Bermuda’s vendor economy.” A spokesperson said, “Delivered weekly from March 17th to April 28th, 2026, the Vendor Academy was designed to strengthen the fundamentals …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Community invited to design End-to-End milestone t-shirt

May 5, 2026

The deadline for entries into the competition is June 19

As the Bermuda End-to-End looks ahead to its landmark 40th charity event in 2027, organisers a

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Human to human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise but risk to public low, WHO says

May 5, 2026

Human to human transmission is not common, and the U.N. health agency reiterated that the risk to the wider public was low from a disease typically spread from

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermuda’s elite set for dual-continent showdown

May 5, 2026

Bermuda’s premier triathletes are set to showcase the island’s sporting reach across two continents on May 16th, with major assignments looming in both Asia

Government / Official Gazette

FORMER GOVERNMENT MINISTERS BE PERMITTED TO RETAIN THE TITLE HONOURABLE ON CEASING TO HOLD OFFICE

May 5, 2026

Notice His Majesty the King has been graciously pleased to approve a recommendation that the persons named below, as former Government Ministers, be permitted to retain the title “Honourable” on ceasing to hold office: Mr. Walter H. Roban JP

Government / Official Gazette

REAPPOINTMENT TO THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

May 5, 2026

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. _______ THE CONSTITUTION OF BERMUDA (SECTION 81) REAPPOINTMENT TO THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

Government / Official Gazette

ACTING DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF POLICE MR. MARTIN WEEKES BSC HONS FCMI

May 5, 2026

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT BERMUDA POLICE SERVICE

Government / Official Gazette

ACTING DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF POLICE MR. ANTOINE E DANIELS BSC FCMI

May 5, 2026

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT BERMUDA POLICE SERVICE

Government / Official Gazette

ACTING COMMISSIONER OF POLICE MRS. Na’IMAH ASTWOOD OTPM

May 5, 2026

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT BERMUDA POLICE SERVICE

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Cyclist White runner-up in U.K. event

May 5, 2026

Bermudian cycling standout Conor White showcased his versatility this weekend, securing a hard-fought second-place finish overall at the Dulwich Paragon Track O

Royal Gazette / Sport

Title hopefuls get powerboat season off to a flyer

May 5, 2026

A couple of teams made flying starts to the new powerboat season at Ferry Reach on Sunday.
Ryan Resendes and Jahcai Morris swept both of the 25-minute heats in B class, while Brandon DeSilva and Blake…

Bermuda Broadcasting / Sport

Cumbermack earns podium spot at Oulton Park

May 5, 2026

Bermuda’s Jediah Cumbermack made an emphatic start to his 2026 ZYN British Superbike Championship campaign, securing a prestigious podium finish during a high

Bermuda Broadcasting / Sport

Bobb hits top gear as Retrievers prep for America East event

May 5, 2026

Bermudian sprinter Madisyn Bobb produced a statement performance at the Kehoe Twilight Meet as the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) completed the

News / Royal Gazette

Rideshare permit application period opens

May 5, 2026

Holders of public service vehicle licences were reminded that a two-week window to apply for rideshare permits will remain open until 5pm on May 14.
Specific eligibility requirements for anyone intere…

Bernews / News

Ridesharing Applications Open Until May 14th

May 5, 2026

The Ministry announced that applications are now open for Bermuda’s first regulated ridesharing initiative, with 150 permits available and service expected to launch on June 10. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport announced that applications opened on Thursday, April 30, 2026 for Bermuda’s first regulated ridesharing initiative. “The …

Bernews / News

Police: Locate 51-Year-Old Tucoma Robinson

May 5, 2026

The police said they are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 51-year-old Tucoma Robinson. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s urgent assistance in locating 51-year-old Tucoma Robinson. “Mr. Robinson was apparently most recently seen in the Court Street, City of Hamilton area around 8:30am Monday, 4th May …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Thousands take on Convex End-to-End challenge across the Island

May 5, 2026

Hundreds of participants took part in the Convex End-to-End on Saturday, walking, cycling or running either half or the full distance from St. George’s to Docky

News / TNN

Earlier yesterday, the Minister of

May 5, 2026

Earlier yesterday, the Minister of Health, the Hon. Kim Wilson, JP, MP, helped launch Mental Health Anti‑Stigma Month at an event in Victoria Park. Below is the remarks from Minister Kim Wilson.

Bernews / News

New Southside Water Outlet Opens For Truckers

May 5, 2026

A new Water Truckers Outlet is now operational at Southside, providing a “more efficient wholesale water access point for truckers serving St. David’s, St. George’s, and the wider East End.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is advising that a new Water Truckers Outlet is now operational at Carters Bay …

Bernews / Sport

Kenni Thompson’s Stats For Bournemouth

May 5, 2026

Footballer Kenni Thompson scored nine goals in all competitions for AFC Bournemouth Women this season. The Bermuda national team winger netted seven goals in the FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division and two goals in cup competitions. She scored the winner as Bournemouth defeated Plymouth Argyle 1-0 in the FA Women’s National League Cup …

Bernews / Sport

Eva Frazzoni’s Season Stats For Sudbury

May 5, 2026

Footballer Eva Frazzoni has finished the league season with two goals in 14 matches for AFC Sudbury Women in the FA Women’s National League Division One South East this season. The Bermuda women’s national team captain plays as a central midfielder. AFC Sudbury were relegated after finishing eleventh in the table with nine points from …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK sanctions people, entities for recruiting migrants to fight for Russia against Ukraine

May 5, 2026

The sanctions relate to the trafficking of people from countries including Iraq, Somalia, Syria and Yemen to fight in Ukraine, but also to travel to Poland and

Bernews / Sport

Zeri Tomlinson Plays In Papplewick Defeat

May 5, 2026

Bermuda cricketer Zeri Tomlinson scored 12 runs in Papplewick and Linby First XI’s six-wicket home defeat to Kimberley Institute First XI in the Nottinghamshire Premier League on Saturday [May 2]. Papplewick, batting first after winning the toss, scored 87 all out off 28.2 overs. Tomlinson batted at No 5, facing 15 balls and hitting two …

Government / Official Gazette

PATI THE NATIONAL SPORTS CENTER

May 5, 2026

BERMUDA PUBLIC ACCESS TO INFORMATION (CONTRACTS VALUED $50,000 OR MORE) (NAME OF PUBLIC AUTHORITY) NOTICE 2016 GN / 2026

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK new car sales to hit nearly 2.1 million in 2026, SMMT says

May 5, 2026

The sales outlook for the industry has been upgraded from about 2.05 million units, signalling improving confidence and healthy demand for new cars in Britain d

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Stars embrace costume at Met Gala as protesters target Bezos

May 5, 2026

Leaning heavily into this year’s theme of “Costume Art,” Bad Bunny was dressed up as an elderly man, Klum was draped in a Statue of Liberty costume and Perry

Bernews / Sport

Temple Of Tennis Competition Finals Held

May 5, 2026

The Port Royal Tennis Courts hosted the final day of the Temple of Tennis Tournament, with titles decided across singles and mixed doubles divisions. In the Men’s A Division final, top seed Tariq Simons defeated Zach McGuire 6-1, 6-4. Simons won the first set 6-1 and closed out the match in straight sets after McGuire …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Weight-loss drugs fuel protein-rich whey craving

May 5, 2026

Whey, a by-product of cheese-making which is traditionally used as pig feed, is an essential component of the food products now targeting consumers looking to p

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

HSBC profit underwhelms on surprise $400 million private credit loss

May 5, 2026

The loss shows why regulators worldwide have become more concerned about banks’ exposure to the $3.5 trillion private credit industry, highlighting the often in

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Top US diplomat Rubio will have ‘frank’ dialogue with Pope Leo, ambassador says

May 5, 2026

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s meeting with Pope Leo on Thursday will include a “frank conversation” about Trump administration policies, the U.S. ambass

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Seven cases of deadly hantavirus confirmed or suspected on stranded cruise ship

May 5, 2026

In its most detailed update on the outbreak, published late on Monday, the U.N. health body said the risk to the wider public was low from a disease typically s

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Stocks rise as investors take heart from upbeat earnings, dip in oil

May 5, 2026

Traders also had their eyes on the yen after the Japanese currency briefly jumped in the previous session, stoking speculation of another round of intervention

Bernews / Sport

Bowler David Maycock Competes At US Event

May 5, 2026

Bermudian bowler David Maycock is in 103rd position after the second round of qualifying at the World Series of Bowling XVII in the United States. Maycock, who was 81st after the opening round, dropped 22 places during the second block. His best game of the session was 207, and he has a ten-game total of …

Bernews / Sport

Conor White Finishes Second In London

May 5, 2026

Cyclist Conor White finished second overall at the Dulwich Paragon Track Open at Herne Hill Velodrome in London. Riding for Jakroo Handsling, the Bermudian scored 610 points across the multi-event programme. Len Delicaet won the event with 640 points, while Arthur Tye was third with 530. White recently competed at the Rutland–Melton CiCLE Classic in …

Business / Royal Gazette

BUT angered by ministerial ‘interference’ over primary school sport

May 5, 2026

The Bermuda Union of Teachers has expressed “serious concerns” about the conduct of Crystal Caesar, the Minister of Education, in a reported student disciplinary matter that resulted in a PE teacher b…

News / Royal Gazette

Students meet Hamilton town crier

May 5, 2026

Students at the Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning met and watched a new film about Hamilton’s award-winning town crier yesterday.
Students enjoyed The Day the Town Crier Went Missing, which premier…

News / Royal Gazette

Camp registration goes online – but with some technical hitches

May 5, 2026

Registration for summer-day camps via the online Camp Connect platform opened yesterday, the Department of Sport and Recreation announced.
The launch was delayed from April 27 to fine-tune the system….

Bernews / Sport

Bobb Clocks Season Best Time In 200M

May 5, 2026

Madisyn Bobb recorded a season-best performance at the Kehoe Twilight Meet while competing for the University of Maryland, Baltimore County completed preparations for the postseason. Competing at the University of Maryland, Bobb participated in the meet as part of final preparations for the America East Championships. In the women’s 200 metres, the Bermudian sprinter finished …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News