Opinion: Trust is built through action
Statement by Opposition Leader Ben Smith, Shadow Minister for Education & Sport:
In a recent media interview, Minister of Education, Diallo Rabain ackno
Call made for collective effort to address violence
A call was made for residents and stakeholders to combine their efforts to break the cycle of violence which has affected the island.
Leroy Bean, the head of the Gang Violence Reduction Team, said fo…
Leroy Bean, the head of the Gang Violence Reduction Team, said fo…
New CEO Andersen off to solid start at AIG
American International Group reported second-quarter results that surpassed Wall Street expectations, roughly two months after Eric Andersen took over as chief executive officer.
Strong underwriting b…
Strong underwriting b…
Young trailblazers receive awards
The Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, presented awards to student recipients of the 2026 Student Trailblazer Out Fr
Olympian Adriana Penruddocke has delivered
Olympian Adriana Penruddocke has delivered Bermuda’s first gold medal of the 2026 CAC Games, finishing on top of the women’s ILCA 6 sailing competition.
Southampton Rangers made light work
Southampton Rangers made light work of Somerset Bridge, as they retained their Western Counties crown with a six-wicket mauling of the challengers at White Hill Field.
Khano Smith’s Rhode Island Defeat Colorado
Khano Smith’s Rhode Island defeated Colorado Springs Switchbacks 2-0 in the United Soccer League Championship yesterday [August 8]. Rhode Island are sixth in the Eastern Conference after 17 games this season. They are away to the Tampa Bay Rowdies on Saturday. Rhode Island head coach and general manager Smith is a former Bermuda captain and …
AXIS Capital To Acquire DUAL Renewal Rights
AXIS Capital announced it has agreed to acquire the renewal rights to the Excess Liability business of DUAL North America, a leading specialty program administrator and part of DUAL Group, the specialist underwriting arm of Howden Group. A spokesperson said, “As part of the transaction, John Kopach, Executive Vice President of DUAL Excess Liability will join …
Video: Tyler Christopher On Leeds Fight
Mike Tyler Christopher suffered the first defeat of his professional career after losing on points to Portuguese Mauro Silva at the First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds yesterday [August 8]. Christopher [12-1] made a strong start to the eight-round middleweight contest but suffered a flash knockdown in the fourth round. The Manchester-based Silva [10-0] earned …
Hamilton, Bermuda
Hamilton, Bermuda — Mom Bermuda has held its seventh annual island-wide drive, bringing together members of the community to remember and honor the sons and daughters whose lives have been lost to gang and gun violence.
BREAKING NEWS: At approximately 4:02pm,
BREAKING NEWS: At approximately 4:02pm, Saturday, August 8, 2026, Police along with Emergency Medical Services personnel, were dispatched to a two vehicle road traffic collision, involving a flatbed truck and a motorcycle, at the junction of Harbour Road and Chapel Road, Paget.
Motorcyclist dies after Paget crash
At approximately 4:02pm, Saturday, August 8, 2026, Police along with Emergency Medical Services personnel, were dispatched to a two vehicle road traffic collisi
Police Confirm: Male Dies After Collision
The police have confirmed that a male motorcyclist has died following a two-vehicle collision in Paget today [August 8]. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 4:02pm, Saturday, August 8, 2026, Police along with Emergency Medical Services personnel, were dispatched to a two vehicle road traffic collision, involving a flatbed truck and a motorcycle, at the …
Rider dies in the wake of Paget collision
The island’s twelfth road fatality was recorded today following a two-vehicle collision in Paget.
Police said that at about 4.20pm, officers and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene of a…
Police said that at about 4.20pm, officers and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene of a…
Photos & Videos: Mom Bermuda Host Motorcade
MOM Bermuda held their annual motorcade today [August 8] to honour those who have lost their lives to violence in the community. The event is organised by Mom Bermuda, a group of women directly affected by violence and “dedicated to bringing peace within the community.” Related Stories Photos & Video: Mom Bermuda Host Motorcade Photos …
Government clarifies its work permit policy
Recent public discussion regarding Bermuda’s work permit policy provides an opportunity to clarify the challenges facing Bermuda’s labour market and the princip
Essent Group profit rises 7% as new P&C segment grows
Essent Group Ltd reported a 7 per cent increase in quarterly profit as its expansion into property and casualty reinsurance drove a sharp rise in premiums.
The Bermudian-based mortgage re/insurer reco…
The Bermudian-based mortgage re/insurer reco…
Iran says deal on Strait of Hormuz is close but will not open the waterway by itself
A U.S. official, who declined to be identified, said on Friday that Washington anticipated an agreement soon between Iran and Oman, which sit on either side of
Thailand school shooting toll rises to nine after death of 12-year-old girl, police say
Police at the Plai Bang Police Station in Nonthaburi Province told Reuters the girl had died on Saturday, a day after a 14-year-old boy allegedly shot his grand
BMRA Postpone Motorcycle Races
The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association has postponed its racing activities this Sunday due to the Around the Island Powerboat race. The organization said, “St. John’s Ambulance would be stretched thin in trying to be everywhere at once, so we will double up our race dates starting on August 16th and then back on schedule on …
Coastal cleanup will start on September 25
KBB is excited to invite your team to “Sea the Change” by joining this year’s Islandwide Coastal Cleanup, proudly sponsored by EY, taking place from
British music festivals stage tentative revival with perks and payment plans
Download, the around 80,000-person event headlined by Linkin Park, and jazz-focused We Out Here sold out in record time
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US says it plans $1 billion security assistance to government of Colombia’s new leader
Colombia’s new president, who has promised a crackdown on crime and an economic revival, was sworn in on Friday
International News via Reuters:
The
New board of education members announced
Dr. Dawnnelle Walker will chair the Board of Education as Dr. Radell Tankard serves as acting commissioner
Media Release
The Ministry of Education i
Summer camps ‘provide lasting memories’ for young people
This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a successful season of camps and activities that provided opportunities for learning, recreation, creativity, and personal
Woman badly hurt in Paget crash
Man arrested on suspicion of DUI
Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, police received multiple reports of a serious road traffic collision invo
Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday,
Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, police received multiple reports of a serious road traffic collision involving an SUV and a motor car, near the junction of Cataract Hill and South Road, Paget.
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting August 8
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, August 8th. On Saturday the Carnival Sunshine, the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship and the Vision of the Seas cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Independence of …
Netball: Bermuda Defeat Dominican Republic
Bermuda recorded a 36-35 victory over the Dominican Republic in the women’s netball competition at the Central American and Caribbean Games. The Group A match was held at the Ciudad Juan Bosch Sports Complex, with the teams level at 11-11 after the opening quarter. Bermuda outscored the Dominican Republic 8-7 in the second quarter and …
Youth Enjoy Successful Summer Camp Season
Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a vibrant summer of camps and activities focused on learning, creativity, sports, friendship, and personal growth under the theme “Be Kind, Be Brave, Be Bold.” A Government spokesperson said, “This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a successful season of camps and activities that provided opportunities for learning, recreation, creativity, and personal growth. From …
Kaden Hopkins Places Second After Crash
Kaden Hopkins finished second in stage eight of the Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe despite crashing and breaking his collarbone during the individual time-trial yesterday [August 7]. Hopkins was on course for his second stage victory when he crashed on a fast downhill corner. He got back on his feet, switched to a spare …
Bermuda secures gold and two more bronze medals at Games
Bermuda enjoyed success on the penultimate day at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Dominican Republic today, with three medals clinched.
The sailing duo of Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastia…
The sailing duo of Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastia…
Government explores strengthening specialised nursing role
An expansion of powers for advanced practice nurses is being explored by the Government as efforts continue to improve efficiency and reduce the cost of healthcare.
The health ministry said that while…
The health ministry said that while…
Renewal of climate task force a ‘priority’, says national trust
The island must act now to get organised given its vulnerability to the threat of climate change, the Bermuda National Trust urged, saying the need for a working and co-ordinated Climate Change Task F…
Woman Injured In Collision, Driver Arrested
A woman sustained injuries which have been described as life-threatening after her car was involved in a collision with an SUV in Paget early this morning [Aug 8], with the SUV driver arrested on suspicion of impaired driving. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, police received multiple reports of …
Driver suffers life-threatening injuries
A driver had to be extricated from a car after suffering life-threatening injuries in a collision.
The crash, which occurred around 3.19am today, took place between a car and an SUV near the junction…
The crash, which occurred around 3.19am today, took place between a car and an SUV near the junction…
Assured Guaranty Reports Q2 Financial Results
Assured Guaranty Ltd. announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2026. Dominic Frederico, President and CEO, said: “At the midway point of 2026, Assured Guaranty’s key valuation metrics – shareholders’ equity, adjusted operating shareholders’ equity, and adjusted book value – all reached per share record highs, finishing at $126.18, $129.94 and $189.72, …
Sakari Famous Wins Bronze At CAC Games
Bermuda’s Sakari Famous has won the bronze medal in the women’s high jump at the Central American and Caribbean Games. Famous leaped an impressive 1.89 metres to win bronze, finishing behind gold medal winner Marysabel Senyu of the Dominican Republic, who cleared 1.93 metres, and Cuba’s Dacsy Brison, who secured silver with a height of …
This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed
This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a successful season of camps and activities that provided opportunities for learning, recreation, creativity, and personal growth.
Miles Outerbridge storms into semi-finals at World Championships
Bermudian sprinter Miles Outerbridge kept his World Athletics Under-20 Championships campaign alive today, advancing to the semi-finals of the 200 metres in Eugene, Oregon.
Running from lane five in h…
Running from lane five in h…
Allshores shares see $6.8m trade
Allshores saw its second big trading day on the Bermuda Stock Exchange this week as $6.8 million worth of its stock traded on Friday. A total of 234,772 of the insurer’s shares changed hands as the pr…
Video: BFRS Extinguish Fire In Pembroke
Firefighters extinguished a fire at a property in the Tulo Lane/St John’s Road area in Pembroke today [Aug 7]. Smoke could be seen billowing into the sky at around 3pm this afternoon, with firefighters quickly responding, and the Bermuda Police Service also attended the scene, directing traffic as the firefighters worked to extinguish the fire. …
Penruddocke & Kempe Win Medals At CAC
Bermuda’s sailors have had an outstanding showing at the Central American and Caribbean Games, with both Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastian Kempe winning medals, with Adriana Penruddocke winning the gold medal, while Kempe won bronze. Penruddocke made an outstanding showing throughout the entire competition to finish the ten-race women’s dinghy series with 14 net points, claiming …
Immigration policy must address Bermuda’s historic injustices
Bermuda’s declining birthrate must be seen in the context of historic past injustices based on race.
This from statistician Cordell Riley, who spells out the
Ministry Announces New Education Board
The Ministry of Education has announced a newly constituted Board of Education and leadership changes as Bermuda prepares for the upcoming school year. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of the newly constituted Board of Education, which will continue to play a vital role in supporting governance, …
Kalmar Richards steps down as Commissioner of Education
Kalmar Richards has stepped down as the Commissioner of Education after 40 years in public education.
Ms Richards’s retirement was announced as the Ministry of Education named members of its new Board…
Ms Richards’s retirement was announced as the Ministry of Education named members of its new Board…
From his quiet home to a shooting spree at school, a Thai teenager’s deadly rampage
By noon, bodies lay strewn at the 14-year-old’s school — five more dead and 23 wounded — before he turned the gun on himself, ending Thailand’s worst mass s
Breastfeeding awareness event to be held tomorrow
The Department of Health will mark the end of Breastfeeding Awareness Week 2026 this weekend with a community event at Victoria Park.
The free event, scheduled to run from 9am to 11.30am tomorrow will…
The free event, scheduled to run from 9am to 11.30am tomorrow will…
Bermudian firm expands its retail footprint
A Bermudian company is continuing to expand its presence with a new range of feminine-care products now available at CVS. While Best, Periodt has previously b
Spain plans burials, seeks identities of those killed in Ceuta migrant rush
For the vast majority who won’t be named before then, staff have taken fingerprints and DNA samples and will keep working to connect the bodies with names, and