UK summons air traffic boss after major outage as flights resume
Flights resumed at major airports across the country after the hours-long outage on Tuesday, which resulted in the cancellation of 2,000 flights and ramped up p
Oil tops $100, stocks slide as Middle East tensions escalate
Stock markets across the globe came under pressure as the latest surge in energy prices drove concerns that higher inflation will prompt central banks to keep m
St. Mary’s To Commemorate 400th Anniversary
St. Mary’s Church will begin its 400th anniversary commemorations with a Service of Lament, Remembrance and Dedication “acknowledging those whose lives and deaths were shaped by the painful realities of slavery and racial segregation.” A spokesperson said, “St. Mary’s Church prepares to commemorate 400 years of ministry and witness in Bermuda, the parish will begin …
Amazon will raise $5.8 billion in first sterling bond sale, lead managers say
The deal, which saw strong demand, is the latest example of how hyperscalers are increasingly selling bonds across markets outside of the U.S. this year
Five Bermudians Feature In UK Football Leagues
Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Willie Clemons, Reggie Lambe, Keziah Martin and Kane Crichlow were recently in action for their clubs in league and cup matches in the UK. Goalkeeper Nathan Trott helped Cardiff City earn a 1-1 draw against Stoke City at Cardiff City Stadium, making saves in both halves. Willie Clemons featured in Leiston’s …
Paul Brand warns of anti-globalisation sentiment
Convex Group CEO Paul Brand has cautioned reinsurers that rising anti-globalisation sentiment could pose challenges for the industry.
Mr Brand was the keynote speaker this week at PwC’s flagship exec…
Mr Brand was the keynote speaker this week at PwC’s flagship exec…
24 People Arrested Over Holiday Weekend
The police arrested 24 people for a range of offences and also issued nearly 100 traffic tickets over the Labour Day holiday weekend. A police spokesperson said, “There were 24 people arrested during the Labour Day Holiday weekend as the Bermuda Police Service continued with its repeatedly announced high visibility policing initiative. “Troublingly, four of …
Elkinson Joins Appleby As Senior Associate
Appleby has welcomed Bermudian lawyer Kilian Elkinson as a Senior Associate in its Dispute Resolution department. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is delighted to welcome Bermudian Kilian Elkinson, as a Senior Associate in its Dispute Resolution department, whose reputation for excellence continues to attract outstanding legal talent from Bermuda and beyond. “Kilian specialises in complex commercial …
Bermuda College Adds Friendly Societies Course
Bermuda College is expanding its academic offerings with a new course exploring the history and lasting impact of Bermuda’s Friendly Societies, with Dr. Michael Bradshaw, Dr. Kim Dismont-Robinson and Cordell Riley “combining perspectives that encourage students to consider not simply what happened in Bermuda’s past, but how that past continues to influence the island today.” A …
Ministry Urges Early Diagnosis & More Awareness
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is “urging Bermudians to learn the signs of dementia, seek medical advice early, and help challenge the stigma surrounding the disease as Bermuda marks World Alzheimer’s Month this September.” A Government spokesperson said, “This year’s theme, “The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia …
France to reduce corporate tax surcharge and ease employee buyouts in 2027 budget, PM says
The government, which lacks a majority in the lower house, is set to propose its budget in the coming weeks though several opposition parties have already said
PLP strife over special delegates conference plan
A hastily convened special delegates conference of the Progressive Labour Party is to be held to ratify controversial actions taken by its governing body last month, according to sources.
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One person w…
A 49-year-old Smith’s Parish woman
A 49-year-old Smith’s Parish woman who pleaded guilty to eight drug-related offences earlier this year will return to the Supreme Court in December to be sentenced.
First Day of School: West Pembroke Primary
First Day of School: West Pembroke Primary (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Boxing trio savour success for police in Canada
Tyler Kendall, Elijah Richardson and Krista Dyer all savoured victories representing a Bermuda Police Service boxing team in Canada.
The three formed part of a seven-strong team who pitted their skill…
The three formed part of a seven-strong team who pitted their skill…
Outerbridge Records Assist In Hobart Victory
Bermudian footballer La Zai Outerbridge recorded an assist as Hobart defeated Roger Williams University 3-0 at Bayside Field in Bristol, Rhode Island, on September 6. Outerbridge and teammate Will Slayton were credited with assists on the opening goal, with Quinn Phillips scoring with in the seventh minute to put the Statesmen ahead. Tommy Broderick doubled …
Butterfield donates $30k to Eliza Doolittle Society
Butterfield has donated $30,000 to The Eliza DoLittle Society (TEDS) to support direct food purchases and strengthen overall pantry capacity.
The funding is
Sports Clubs Graduate And Earn $5,000 Grants
Devonshire Recreation Club, Somerset Bridge Recreation Club, Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] and E Sports Bermuda graduated from BEDC’s Sports Club Business Planning Incubator, with each club receiving a $5,000 grant to help implement its business plan. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of its Sports …
Graduation crowns business training scheme for sports club executives
The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, joined the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) for the graduation of the second
EU proposes simpler public tender rules, ‘Buy European’ criteria to cut foreign dependence
Wednesday’s proposal is the latest in a series of Commission measures to improve the Single Market, security and supply chain resilience, and prevent industrial
Google to invest $15 billion in AI infrastructure and buy nuclear power in Finland
The Finnish deal includes a 22-year purchase agreement for up to 50% of the energy output of one of Finland’s two nuclear plants, its operator Fortum said separ
Brent crude rises above $100 a barrel as Middle East conflict intensifies
The move brought futures prices into line with physical crude and fuel markets, where prices have already been trading above the psychological threshold
Pound nears two-week highs; Bailey says ‘no secret plan’ for rate hikes
With crude now 40% above where it was prior to the start of the war at the end of February, and European natural gas prices around three times higher, central b
Digicel Marks Eighth Year As Golf Sponsor
Digicel Business will return as Official Telecommunications Sponsor of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship for the eighth consecutive year, continuing a partnership that supports both the delivery of Bermuda’s Professional Golfers’ Association [PGA] TOUR event and community initiatives across the island. Mark Corrigan, CEO of Digicel Bermuda, said: “We’re incredibly proud to return for our eighth …
Penruddocke Competing In ILCA In Ireland
Adriana Penruddocke recorded two top-10 finishes on the second day of the 2026 ILCA 6 Women’s World Championship in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland, to stand 25th overall out of a field of 108 sailors. Penruddocke — who represented Bermuda in the last Olympic Games — opened the championship with finishes of 12th, 22nd and 20th before …
Mosaic Insurance Launches New ‘AI Lab’ Unit
Mosaic Insurance has launched an AI Lab and Forward Deployed Engineer [FDE] Program as “part of a company-wide commitment to accelerating practical adoption of artificial intelligence across its business functions.” A spokesperson said, “Mosaic’s AI Lab is a new unit working across its businesses to develop and deploy in-house AI capabilities that improve day-to-day operations. …
Barnes Third On Rock Island’s All-Time List
Bermudian karting driver Scott Barnes has been highlighted among the Rock Island Grand Prix’s top 10 all-time winners, with his 14 victories placing him third on the list. In a tribute celebrating the event’s 30 editions from 1994 to 2025, eKartingNews featured Barnes alongside fellow race winners. Gary Lawson and Tony Neilson jointly lead the …
Golf: Leseur Leads Championship Local Qualifier
Kenny Leseur shot an even-par 71 to take a two-stroke lead after the opening round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Local Qualifier at Port Royal Golf Course on Tuesday [September 8]. Leseur’s round included five birdies, nine pars, three bogeys and a double bogey. He completed the front nine in 35 and the back nine …
Conduit Appoint Christian Dunleavy As CEO
Conduit Holdings has announced that Neil Eckert will step down as CEO in March 2027 and will be succeeded by Christian Dunleavy, who brings more than 25 years of reinsurance industry experience. A spokesperson said, “Conduit Holdings, the ultimate parent company of Conduit Re, a Bermuda-based multi-line reinsurance business, today announces that Neil Eckert will …
PwC Opens 68th Rendez-Vous de Septembre
PwC opened the 68th Rendez-Vous de Septembre in Monte Carlo with discussions on reinsurance market conditions, AI-driven transformation, capital and emerging growth opportunities. A spokesperson said, “PwC kicked off the 68th edition of Rendez-Vous de Septembre – the industry’s largest annual gathering – with its flagship Executive Breakfast at the Hotel Hermitage in Monte Carlo. …
Burt says PLP ‘at risk of tearing itself apart’
Last night’s closed central committee meeting lasted several hours at the Progressive Labour Party headquarters, over an internal party dispute following changes to membership rules — proposed by Davi…
Cedar Trace to launch $300m Lloyd’s syndicate
Cedar Trace Underwriting has a new $300 million Lloyd’s syndicate for the 2027 underwriting year, after last week’s in-principle approval from the Lloyd’s Council. It is led by chief underwriting offi…
Casualty sidecar growth raises questions over where risk lies
The rapid growth of casualty sidecars is opening a new frontier for Bermuda’s insurance-linked securities market. New investors are flocking to long-tail risks, but some analysts are raising deeper qu…
Thomas Leonardi: Bermuda proves regulatory recognition must be earned
Thomas B. Leonardi, former Insurance Commissioner for Connecticut, says Bermuda has taken the regulatory high road in creating an insurance regulatory framework that matches the highest internatio…
Photos: Riddell’s Bay Gardens & Amphitheatre
Locals have a new and natural way to enjoy live entertainment with the opening of the amphitheatre at Riddell’s Bay Gardens & Nature Reserve in Warwick, with the beautiful open air venue recently playing host to the Devil’s Isle Shakespeare Company’s production of Romeo & Juliet. Bernews asked for information about access and rental arrangements, …
Video: Xahvi DeRoza Scores For Wildcats
Bermudian footballer Xahvi DeRoza scored and provided an assist as the University of New Hampshire men’s football team defeated New Haven 6-2 at home yesterday [September 8]. DeRoza, a sophomore from Warwick, contributed to three points in the non-conference victory. Miguel Soto Gonzalez led the Wildcats with one goal and two assists, while Mikael Pulkkinen, …
Bermudian Players Meet Thomas Tuchel
Bermudians Shammie and Jason were among the Future Pro Football and Education Academy players to meet England head coach Thomas Tuchel during a recent visit to St George’s Park in Burton upon Trent. “A moment our scholars won’t forget,” read a Future Pro social media post. “During today’s visit to St George’s Park, our scholars …
AXIS Marks 25 Years With New Brand Campaign
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited unveiled a new brand campaign celebrating its 25-year history of providing specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions to customers. A spokesperson said, “The company was formed in the aftermath of the September 11 tragedy to address a void in the market for specialist capacity. Since its modest beginnings as a start-up, AXIS …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 8 2026
September 8 saw 5,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $40,000.00 BD. 5,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 1.8% at $8.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,758.22, down 0.03% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 42 remained unchanged. The full report …
Local golfers fight it out on day one of PGA Tour qualifier
Kenny Leseur holds a two-shot overnight lead over Nick Jones and Christian Collins after shooting an even-par 71 on the opening day of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Local Qualifier on Tuesday. …
BPS Boxers Secure Three Wins In Ontario
BPS boxers Tyler Kendall, Elijah Richardson, Krista Dyer, Ayesha Akbar, Shakti Khafra, Khalid Pitcher and Vincent Dunigan Jr. represented Bermuda at an International Charity Boxing Gala in Ontario, Canada. A police spokesperson said, “A Bermuda Police Service boxing squad recently visited Ontario, Canada to match skills against pugilists from the Peel Police at the Mississauga …
World Physiotherapy Day highlights role of physio in heart health, stroke recovery
Today marks World Physiotherapy Day, highlighting the important role physiotherapists play in keeping people healthy, mobile and independent.
This year’s f
Butterfield Donates $30,000 To Eliza DoLittle
Butterfield has donated $30,000 to The Eliza DoLittle Society [TEDS] to support direct food purchases and strengthen overall pantry capacity. A spokesperson said, “The funding is expected to provide about one month’s worth of quality grocery support for registered households, helping ensure continued access to nutritious food and essential supplies for individuals and families experiencing …
Local Artist Designs HSBC Ocean Tote Bags
HSBC Bermuda concluded Climate Month with an “Oceans for the Future” initiative featuring reusable tote bags designed by local artist Carlos Santana. A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda marked the culmination of its internal Climate Month with a staff-wide and customer initiative centred on “Oceans for the Future.” Partnering with local artist Carlos Santana, HSBC Bermuda …
Constable Victor Fishington Retires After 34 Years
Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons and his Senior Leadership Team recognised the retirement of Constable Victor Fishington, after 34 years’ service. A police spokesperson said, “Constable Fishington joined the Bermuda Police Service after being inspired by his cousin Minton Gilbert, a Police Cadet at that time, who later attained the rank of Sergeant. “With family …
Multiple Semaglutide Products Recalled
The Ministry of Health is advising the public that “three separate recalls have been issued for semaglutide injection products supplied to the Bermuda market.” A Government spokesperson said, “These recalls relate to product impurities, incorrect dose display, and packaging errors that may result in patients receiving the wrong dose. All pharmacies and medical warehouses in Bermuda …
British Airways flight to Bermuda cancelled
A British Airways flight to Bermuda has been cancelled as chaos across UK airports grounded planes throughout the country.
The problem was linked to a system glitch to Nats, the country’s air traffic …
The problem was linked to a system glitch to Nats, the country’s air traffic …
Sienna Mosquera Finishes Tied 29th
Bermudian golfer Sienna Mosquera finished tied for 29th in the Nittany Lion Individual in Pennsylvania. Representing Lehigh University, Mosquera finished on 14-over par after rounds of two-over 74 and 12-over 84. Mosquera was one of three Lehigh players competing in the tournament Related Stories Muso Ties For 22nd As McDaniel Places 13th Dylan Muso Begins …
Adam Hall’s Goldeyes Defeated By Monarchs
Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall’s Winnipeg Goldeyes lost 5-1 to the Kansas City Monarchs in the American Association West Division yesterday [September 7]. The match was the final game of the regular season, with Winnipeg finishing second in the West Division with a 54-46 record. The Goldeyes begin their postseason tomorrow against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks …
PLP leadership contender condemns ‘vitriolic comments, threats’
Former finance Minister and PLP leadership candidate Curtis Dickinson, issued a statement following a rift within the ruling PLP has spilled over into the Supre