Bermuda News Updates

The police issued a clarification after rumours circulated alleging that a serving officer was linked to a drug importation trial, confirming that the officer was not connected to the matter. Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of rumors alleging that a serving police officer is linked to a recent …

Bermudian singer Dakari Love impressed with both his voice and his good looks during his appearance on ITV’s The Voice UK, and has advanced to the next round after being selected by Sir Tom Jones. His performance in the popular television show drew applause from the audience multiple times, while his good looks also attracted …

Bermudian author and content creator B. Dylan Hollis has ranked second on the inaugural Affinity 100, which assesses social media creators based on audience engagement. Hollis — who has over 10 million followers on TikTok –  received an Affinity Quotient score of 98.6, placing behind historian and educator Blair Imani, who scored 100. Baker Ash …

“The Ministry of Economy and Labour advised that the “Bermuda Immigration and Protection [Prohibition of Entry] Order has now been gazetted and is in effect.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Order updates Bermuda’s border and visa-control requirements, including provisions relating to the security vetting of travelers before arrival and continued access for visitors and residents …

CG’s Naz Farrow will retire as Coralisle Group’s Chief Executive Officer effective December 31st, the Group’s Board of Directors announced today. A spokesperson said, “Yan Leclerc, CG Group Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director, has been appointed CEO-designate, pending regulatory approval, to succeed Ms. Farrow on January 1st, 2027. “CG Board Chairman Dr. Grant Gibbons …

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 …