Building a stock portfolio
My investing journey began with term deposits, progressed to mutual funds and eventually led to trading securities through a brokerage account. I started my career at a bank, which gave me early expos…
AM Best Revises IGI’s Outlook To Positive
AM Best revised its outlook on International General Insurance Co. Ltd to positive from stable. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has revised the outlook to positive from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term ICR of “a” [Excellent] of …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Oct 30 2026
October 30 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,653.35, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 45 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock …
HAMILTON, BERMUDA, October 30, 2026
HAMILTON, BERMUDA, October 30, 2026 – The Government of Bermuda is preparing to introduce an anonymous cyber incident-reporting mechanism and is considering a national cyber hygiene scheme for businesses, as cybersecurity experts warn that an attack on one critical service could have far-reaching consequences for the island’s interconnected economy.
The Progressive Labour Party (PLP)
The Progressive Labour Party (PLP) has acknowledged receiving a Supreme Court judgment handed down today in proceedings brought by Curtis Dickinson and others against the party.
Curtis Dickinson wins Supreme Court challenge against PLP
The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of Curtis Dickinson and four other plaintiffs in their legal challenge against the Progressive Labour Party over its membership procedures. Justice Shade Subair…
Court Issues Ruling In PLP Membership Case
The Supreme Court has issued their 85-page judgment in the case brought by Curtis Dickinson against the PLP Party Chairperson and Secretary General, with the court ruling largely in favour of Mr Dickinson and the other plaintiffs in the case concerning PLP membership and delegate eligibility. The judgment, dated October 30, 2026, and delivered by Justice …
Four Cricket Players Selected For Match In Antigua
Isaiah O’Brien, Keegan Jones, Sa-Qui Robinson and Zeri Tomlinson have been selected to represent Bermuda in the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting T10 U23 Exhibition Match in Antigua on November 1. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] is proud to announce that four standout emerging players—who have successfully graduated from the national U19 program—have been selected …
Football: St. Davids-BLVD Match Postponed
The First Division football match between St. David’s and Boulevard scheduled for Sunday, October 31st, has been postponed due to a shortage of officials. A spokesperson said, “Due to a shortage of officials for this weekend’s fixtures, the Competitions Committee has decided to postpone the First Division match between St. David’s and BLVD, originally scheduled …
Special Olympics Help At Golf Championship
Special Olympics Bermuda volunteers served as marshals at the weather-affected Butterfield Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Course last week. “Thanks to the volunteers that showed up at the 2027 PGA,” the organisation said in a social media post. “The weather did not co-operate, but we made the best of it. “These fundraising opportunities allow …
Adrian Roach On Upcoming Fight In USa
Unbeaten boxer Adrian Roach faces Pedro Ibarra Jr in a four-round welterweight contest at the Lone Star Convention and Expo Centre in Conroe, Texas, on November 7. Roach, 24, is coming off a first-round stoppage victory over Brandon Mendez in Greensboro, North Carolina, in August. He has won all three of his professional bouts. Ibarra, …
BPS Announce Halloween Safety Reminders
The Bermuda Police Service will have officers stationed across the island for Halloween, reminding residents to take precautions and celebrate safely and responsibly. A police spokesperson said, “With Halloween 2026, set for tomorrow, Saturday, October 31, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] wants you to enjoy the festivities, but urge you to do so safely and …
SWD Adrian Roach On Upcoming Fight In US
Unbeaten boxer Adrian Roach faces Pedro Ibarra Jr in a four-round welterweight contest at the Lone Star Convention and Expo Centre in Conroe, Texas, on November 7. Roach, 24, is coming off a first-round stoppage victory over Brandon Mendez in Greensboro, North Carolina, in August. He has won all three of his professional bouts. Ibarra, …
Court rules against PLP on retroactive membership changes
The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a former finance minister in a legal dispute that could decide the fate of the Progressive Labour Party’s leadership race.
A copy of a civil ruling from the Su…
A copy of a civil ruling from the Su…
Transport ministry hopes to advance e-bike legislation
The Transport Control Department has examined almost 200 e-bikes between September 26 and October 24.
A spokeswoman said a total of 195 bicycles were examined during special Saturday sessions at the f…
A spokeswoman said a total of 195 bicycles were examined during special Saturday sessions at the f…
BREAKING NEWS……The Supreme Court has
BREAKING NEWS……The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of the plaintiffs in the ongoing legal dispute surrounding membership applications within the Progressive Labour Party (PLP), finding that the party cannot impose additional restrictions that effectively prevent eligible applicants from being admitted as members.
Bermuda close out Under-15 World Cup on a winning note
Bermuda concluded their participation at the Fifa Under-15 World Cup & Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, on a high with a 2-0 triumph over Jordan in a Tier D finals match today.
Adam Barritt and co-ca…
Adam Barritt and co-ca…
Arch to acquire automotive F&I provider
Arch Insurance North America has agreed to acquire Premier Dealer Holding Corp, expanding the Bermudian-based insurer’s position in the automotive finance and insurance market.
Premier Dealer Services…
Premier Dealer Services…
OBA Leader suggests big picture approach to living costs
https://vimeo.com/1241477651/78fd3edfeb?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Is Bermuda better off having its own shipping lines, as opposed to partnering with overseas companies?This is a question Gary Foster Skelton raised with Opposition Leader Ben Smith, as…
Tug boat relief due to arrive this weekend
The Department of Marine and Ports Services and the Ministry of Public Works and Environment provided a joint statement on the service impacts from repairs to Faithful A commercial ship…
Oil jumps 2%, settles at 6-month highs on fears of escalation in Iran
Brent crude futures for December, which expired on Friday, settled up $2.76, or 2.4%, at $117.64 a barrel, after touching a high of $118 FILE PHOTO: Vessels at the Strait…
Butterfield shares fall 2% in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index closed unchanged on Friday and for the week at 3,653.35, as no shares traded on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Meanwhile the US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank slid $1.15, o…
Meanwhile the US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank slid $1.15, o…
Rabain promises no political interference in new authority
The Minister of Education has doubled down on his claim that the Education Authority will be an autonomous body, saying it will have a similar structure to the long established Bermuda Monetary Author…
US plans to ban Chinese telecom firms from direct access to US phone numbers
The US Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday that it will vote on November 19 on a proposal to ban China Mobile, China Telecom and China Unicom and other IP-enabled…
Britain bars entry to Swedish academic ahead of appearance with Palestine Action founder
Britain’s Home Office (interior ministry) said it did not comment on individual cases Britain’s national flag flies next to the Elizabeth Tower, commonly known as Big Ben, in London, Britain,…
Watch: MSA students enjoy Hallowe’en parade
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Cyberattacks coming fast, Francis warns
The National Cybersecurity Unit is tracking 500 vulnerabilities that could potentially impact Bermuda and more than 400 breaches worldwide, Bermuda’s chief information security officer said.
Anthony …
Anthony …
Bermudian faces two charges of illegal voting in US elections
A Bermudian man has been charged with illegally voting in US elections.
Gregory Eugene Wade, 64, a lawful permanent resident of Wake County, North Carolina, has been accused of falsely claiming citize…
Gregory Eugene Wade, 64, a lawful permanent resident of Wake County, North Carolina, has been accused of falsely claiming citize…
Two men dead, baby critically ill after migrant boat reaches Spain’s El Hierro island
The vessel, carrying 113 people, was located about 37 nautical miles south of the tiny island of El Hierro after emergency services received distress calls late on Thursday International News…
Mathews and Tucker open Pan American Bowling Costa Rica campaign with blistering 290 highlight
Mathews and Tucker represent Bermuda against Americas’ elite at Country Club lanes Bermuda’s Damien Mathews and Dayvon Tucker have opened their campaigns on the international stage at the 2026 Pan…
Top seeds Bicknell and Chopra advance amid ITF Bermuda M15: rain delays
Bicknell and Chopra secure quarter-final spots as organisers navigate persistent rain delays Top seeds Blaise Bicknell and Keshav Chopra booked their quarter-final berths on Thursday as tournament organisers navigated persistent…
Bermuda name four-strong squad for historic Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games
Elite junior contingent to represent Bermuda across track and field, swimming, and triathlon Four of Bermuda’s brightest young sporting prospects will take to the global stage after being confirmed in…
World-class kitesurfers to showcase their skills in Bermuda
Bermuda is preparing to welcome 16 world-class kitesurfing athletes for the inaugural Freestyle Legends Tour, taking place February 2-7, 2027, at Cambridge Beaches. The international competition will bring together some of the…
Bermuda sweep Bahrain aside to reach FIFA U-15 World Cup Festival Tier D Final
Under-15s blend defensive discipline and ruthless finishing to book Jordan final Bermuda’s Under-15 national team will contest the Tier D final of the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in…
Scammers abusing AnyDesk to swindle residents
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is urging residents and businesses to ignore requests from fake bank agents, via persuasive calls or messages, to download and install AnyDesk remote desktop software…
Update from TCD on e-bike testing
The Transport Control Department (TCD) has examined 195 bicycles over five Saturday sessions. 22 were classified as auxiliary cycles and a further 22 as motorcycles. Owners have cooperated by licensing…
Tyler Smith Set For World Triathlon Cup In Chile
Bermudian Tyler Smith is set to compete in the World Triathlon Cup San Pedro de la Paz in Chile on Sunday, November 1, joining an international field of 65 athletes in the elite men’s race. According to the official World Triathlon start list, Smith will represent Bermuda in the competition, which is scheduled to begin …
Police will have a visible presence during Hallowe’en festivities
With Halloween 2026, set for tomorrow, Saturday, October 31, the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) wants you to enjoy the festivities, but urge you to do so safely and responsibly. To…
Rainfall for month hits double October average
Bermuda got a soggy October in 2026, delivering twice as much rainfall compared with the month’s average for the island.
The Bermuda Weather Service recorded more than three inches of precipitation on…
The Bermuda Weather Service recorded more than three inches of precipitation on…
Campaigners to launch legal action for pandemic review
An activist group that has repeatedly criticised the Bermuda Government’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic as heavy-handed has announced plans for “a constitutional challenge in the courts” over loca…
Blue and orange route ferries suspended
The Department of Marine & Ports Services would like to advise the public that due to current adverse weather conditions, both the Blue and Orange Route ferry services have been…
RiverStone strikes first ILS deal
Legacy reinsurance specialist RiverStone International has entered into a loss portfolio transfer reinsurance of portfolios associated with funds managed by Leadenhall Capital Partners.
The agreement…
The agreement…
Police urge safety and responsibility for Hallowe’en
Police urged people of all ages to enjoy Hallowe’en activities tomorrow safely and responsibly.
Acting Assistant Commissioner Arthur Glasford said officers will be “maintaining a visible presence” acr…
Acting Assistant Commissioner Arthur Glasford said officers will be “maintaining a visible presence” acr…
Adverse weather affects some ferry services
The Blue and Orange Route ferry services have been suspended as a result of adverse weather conditions, the Department of Public Transportation said this afternoon.
The service will resume when condit…
The service will resume when condit…
Jailed ex-Senator Curtis Richardson is
Jailed ex-Senator Curtis Richardson is trying to get out of prison while he waits to be sentenced for killing football star Marco Warren.
Tech giants’ spending spooks investors and drives bonds rally
Futures trading pointed to falls on Wall Street later in the session, including a more than 2.5% drop in the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 A trader works on the floor at…
Bermuda cricket quartet picked for Future Stars T10 showcase in Antigua
Four Bermuda young cricketers have been selected to feature in a Future Stars Under-23 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting T10 exhibition match between the Caribbean and Wider Commonwealth in Ant…
Carey Olsen advises on $1bn merger of oil companies
Carey Olsen has advised Gulf Keystone Petroleum on a proposed merger with ShaMaran Petroleum that would create an independent oil producer with a market capitalisation of more than $1 billion.
The law…
The law…
Church’s night of solace comes with survivor’s story
A Warwick church is offering a “sacred space” for the community to reflect on lives lost this year — and “to encourage renewed compassion and responsibility on Bermuda’s roads”.
St Mary’s Church is op…
St Mary’s Church is op…
Section of Angle Street to close next week
The Corporation of Hamilton advised that a section of Angle Street will be closed to traffic from next week.
A post from the City on social media said that the street, from its junction with Brunswic…
A post from the City on social media said that the street, from its junction with Brunswic…