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Dr. Kuni Frith hosted a celebration at her Herbgoddess Teas store on Sunday evening, marking her 20th year in business. Dr. Frith told Bernews, “Looking back at my journey in Complementary and Alternative Medicine during the early years of establishing my career in naturopathy, I knew I would need to set myself up with an …

Bernews / Sport

Swimming: Long Course Championships Results

May 4, 2026

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association [BASA] concluded the CG 2026 Long Course Championships at the National Sports Center, where local swimmers competed for individual high-point honors across multiple age divisions. In the 10 and under categories, Myla Desjardins won the girls’ title with 1,554 points, followed by Alanna Frawley and Aine Fahy. Joseph Herron secured …

Bernews / News

Live Video: Minister Kim Wilson Press Conference

May 4, 2026

Minister of Health Kim Wilson is holding a press conference this afternoon [May 4] at Victoria Park to launch Mental Health Anti-Stigma Month. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories CariGenetics Names Lab For Marie Gibbons Video: Minister Launches Vaccination Week Video: STEPS To …

Bernews / News

Wesley Welcomes New Minister & New Name

May 4, 2026

Wesley Community Church announced the appointment of Revd Dr Conon [Kendell] Augustine Tanner-Ihm as their new minister and a new name to “better reflect our evolving mission and community.” A spokesperson said, “Wesley Community Church [Wesley] is excited to announce the appointment of Revd Dr Conon [Kendell] Augustine Tanner-Ihm, OMS as its new minister, effective immediately. With …

News / Royal Gazette

Scouting Commissioner recognised for service

May 4, 2026

The Bermuda Scout Association Commissioner has been recognised for his commitment to scouting.
A statement said Geoffrey Rothwell discussed the importance of friendship, service and helping others aft…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Divine defies mechanical heartbreak to secure top ten in Oulton Park opener

May 4, 2026

Bermuda’s Aeziah Divine experienced the full spectrum of motorcycling’s highs and lows as the 2026 ZYN British Superbike Championship roared into life at Ou

Bernews / Sport

Munya & Furbert Shine At FHSAA Championships

May 4, 2026

Bermudian athletes Amaris Munya and Zydon Furbert contributed to a podium-placing performance for Montverde Academy at the FHSAA Class 2A Region 2 Championship. The Montverde girls’ track and field team secured its fifth consecutive regional title, while the boys’ team finished third overall in a field of 28 schools. Munya earned three podium finishes during …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Heritage Month initiative brings history to life island-wide

May 4, 2026

Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda invites residents to discover the stories that have shaped Bermuda

As Bermuda enters Heritage Month this May, C

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Auditions open for 20th annual BMDS festival

May 4, 2026

Open auditions will take place between 6 pm and 8 pm on Monday and Tuesday at the Daylesford Theatre

Do you want to be famous for 15 minutes?

The BMDS

Royal Gazette / Sport

Swimmers make a splash at Long Course meet

May 4, 2026

Bermuda’s swimmers counted down to the Long Course National Championships in a couple of weeks with a three-day meet at the National Sports Centre last weekend.
Both the Harbour Club and the Sharks Cl…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Deadline pushed back for energy policy feedback

May 4, 2026

Public given extra time to weigh in on National Electricity Sector Policy 2026

The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, issued

News / Royal Gazette

Consultation deadline on electricity policy extended

May 4, 2026

A deadline for public feedback on the National Electricity Sector Policy has been extended by two weeks to May 21.
The original window for submissions on the 61-page document outlining the updated ene…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

SailGP launches sustainability and community initiatives

May 4, 2026

Clean energy, beach clean-up and youth programmes to feature during this weekend’s Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix

Aerial view of the fleet led by ROCKW

Royal Gazette / Sport

Matt Boys wins Bermuda Junior Cycling road race

May 4, 2026

Bermuda Junior Cycling hosted a competitive road race on Sunday morning, with riders tackling a demanding circuit starting and finishing at the junction of St Anne’s Road and Lighthouse Road.
The race…

Bernews / Sport

David Maycock Competes At WSOB XVII

May 4, 2026

Bermudian bowler David Maycock began competition at the World Series of Bowling [WSOB] XVII on the Professional Bowlers Association [PBA] circuit in the United States. Maycock opened play in the Scorpion Championship at the prestigious event, finishing the first round in 81st place with a five-game total pinfall of 994. He recorded a high game of …

Bernews / Sport

Jaiden Manders Impresses For Tata Steel

May 4, 2026

Bermudian cricketer Jaiden Manders took one wicket and scored 30 runs as Tata Steel beat Neath by eight wickets in a rain-affected T20 friendly. Neath were restricted to 120 for four in a match reduced to 18 overs. Manders returned the most economical figures for Tata Steel, conceding 17 runs from three overs. Tata Steel …

Bernews / News

$25,000 Grants Available For Entrepreneurs

May 4, 2026

Applications have opened for Wave of Opportunity Pitch Competition, which offers entrepreneurs the opportunity to win up to $25,000 each, with a total of $125,000 in grant funds available to this year’s winning entrepreneurs. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC], in continued partnership with Global Atlantic, is pleased to announce the fourth …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Two missiles hit US warship trying to enter Strait of Hormuz, Iranian news agency says

May 4, 2026

Iran had warned U.S. forces on Monday not to enter the strategic waterway after President Donald Trump said the United States would “guide out” ships stranded i

Bernews / Sport

Nahki Wells’ Luton Miss Out On Play-Offs

May 4, 2026

Nahki Wells’s Luton Town missed out on the Sky Bet League One play-offs despite a 3-2 win away to Bolton Wanderers in their final game of the season. Luton finished seventh in the table, one place and one point outside the play-off places. The Bermuda striker scored ten goals in all competitions this season. Related …

Bernews / Sport

Aeziah Divine Earns Top-Ten Finish

May 4, 2026

Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine delivered a top-ten finish in the RG Moto4 British Superbike Cup at Oulton Park in Cheshire, England. Representing Fibre Tec Honda–MLav Racing, Divine suffered a technical failure on the eighth lap of race one while running in twelfth place. “It was a frustrating end to race one after a strong eight …

Government / Official Gazette

STRATEGY LEAD CONSULTANCY SERVICES

May 4, 2026

Government Notice No. ___ Award of Contract In accordance with Financial Instructions 10.5.1 and 10.5.2, the following contract has been awarded: Ministry: Cabinet Office Department: Digital Transformation Team

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

South Africa says British national critical after hantavirus case on antarctic cruise

May 4, 2026

The ship, carrying about 150 tourists from various countries, had departed Ushuaia, Southern Argentina, for Canary Islands about three weeks ago

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Bernews / News

Photos: Nurses Association Hold Award Event

May 4, 2026

Maxine Simmons was named Nurse of the Year at the Bermuda Nurses Association [BNA] event held this weekend, an honour recognizing her outstanding dedication, compassionate care, and significant contributions to the nursing profession. The recognition was presented as part of a series of events hosted by the BNA to mark Nurses Month, celebrating the vital …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Sweden arrests Chinese captain of suspected Russia-linked vessel

May 4, 2026

The coast guard and police on Sunday boarded the Syrian-flagged Jin Hui in Swedish territorial waters

International News via Reuters:

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News / TNN

May 1st, Bermuda In a

May 4, 2026

May 1st, Bermuda In a heartfelt demonstration of compassion, leadership, and community spirit, The Berkeley Institute presented a cheque for $4,000 to The Gina Spence Program during a special cheque presentation ceremony held at the school on May 1st.

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Monster truck crashes into crowd in Popayan, Colombia, killing two

May 4, 2026

Videos on social media showed a large monster truck clearing an obstacle but failing to brake in time, causing the vehicle to veer off to the side and plow into

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Dollar rises, European stocks and bonds fall after reports of U.S. warship being hit missiles

May 4, 2026

The dollar index, which measures the currency against six peers, rose 0.3% to 98.542

International News via Reuters:

The dollar strengthened while E

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

ECB needs “critical mass of data” before hikes, Villeroy says

May 4, 2026

The ECB kept rates on hold on Thursday but held an in‑depth discussion about raising borrowing costs to tackle surging inflation triggered by soaring energy p

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

World stocks gain, oil climbs amid new Gulf proposals

May 4, 2026

The Japanese yen suddenly jumped in Asian trading, with the dollar falling sharply before paring some of the losses

International News via Reuters:

Business / Royal Gazette

Charles on Bermuda memories that will last a lifetime

May 4, 2026

King Charles III departed Bermuda on Saturday, concluding his first visit to the island as sovereign.
After arriving in his motorcade, the King shook hands with Bermudian delegates, including David Bu…

Business / Royal Gazette

Watch: Get with AI or get left behind, says expert

May 4, 2026

Bermuda may be carving out a pioneering role in developing a workforce fit for purpose with artificial intelligence.
This is the view of an AI educator who has been engaged by the government to provid…

Business / Royal Gazette

JetBlue faces market headwinds

May 4, 2026

JetBlue, one of the airlines linking Bermuda with the United States, is being hit hard by turbulence from the war in Iran with its own founder warning of potential bankruptcy.
Serial budget airline cr…

Business / Royal Gazette

Hamilton pivots towards casualty as property market cools

May 4, 2026

Bermuda’s reinsurance market may be showing early signs of a pivot, with casualty lines and new capital structures gaining prominence as property pricing comes under pressure.

Hamilton Insurance G…

News / TNN

Education Minister Crystal Ceasar finds

May 4, 2026

Education Minister Crystal Ceasar finds herself in hot water after breaching the ministerial code of conduct in her attempt to intervene on a disciplinary issue at Port Royal School.

Bernews / News

New Initiative To Celebrate Young Achievers

May 4, 2026

The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors announced the launch of Youth Trailblazers Out Front–2026, a recognition initiative celebrating Bermuda’s graduating students who have “demonstrated achievement, perseverance, service, creativity, leadership, and strong character.” Minister Tinee Furbert stated, “Beyond the accolades, this initiative is about the heart of our youth. I am deeply moved by …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Australia begins hearings into Bondi Beach attack and rising antisemitism

May 4, 2026

The attack on a Jewish Hanukkah celebration killed 15, fuelling calls for tougher gun controls and more action to tackle hatred towards Jews, following a spate

Bernews / Sport

Bermuda Junior Cycling Road Race Results

May 4, 2026

Bermuda Junior Cycling hosted a competitive road race on Sunday [May 3], with riders tackling a challenging circuit that started and finished at the junction of St. Anne’s Road and Lighthouse Road. A spokesperson said, “The race featured two start groups, with 25 riders across A, B, C and Women’s categories, and included a King …

Bernews / News

Electricity Consultation Extended Until May 21

May 4, 2026

The public consultation period for the National Electricity Sector Policy has been extended until May 21st. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, issued an update on the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 [NESP] consultation, and the steps taken to broaden public participation in the policy’s …

News / TNN

“My son sustained a lifelong

May 4, 2026

“My son sustained a lifelong injury… and there’s no real justice in that,” she said. “To walk away with a suspended sentence… is absolutely insane.”

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Mixed Fortunes for Bermudian Contingent as Rhode Island’s Home Run Ends

May 3, 2026

It was a weekend of frustration for Bermuda’s international stars as Khano Smith suffered his first home defeat of 2026, while Nia Christopher was narrowly be

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Three passengers dead, one case of hantavirus confirmed from Atlantic cruise ship, WHO says

May 3, 2026

Six individuals were affected in the incident, of whom three have died and one is in intensive care in South Africa, it said in a post on X

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK set to enter talks to join the European Union’s $105.9 billion Ukraine loan

May 3, 2026

The loan, approved by the EU last month, is set to cover two-thirds of Ukraine’s needs for the next two years

International News via Reuters:

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz

May 3, 2026

Trump, in a post on his Truth Social site, gave few details about the operation, including whether the U.S. Navy would be involved

International News vi

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

US Attorney Pirro says officer was shot during White House correspondents’ dinner by suspect’s gun

May 3, 2026

Cole Tomas Allen is accused of storming a security checkpoint and firing a shotgun in the foyer leading to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on April

Royal Gazette / Sport

Young footballers honoured at BFA Junior Awards ceremony

May 3, 2026

PHC Zebras and BFLA had the most success as the Bermuda Football Association concluded the 2025-26 season with their annual Youth Awards ceremony at Pier Six in Hamilton yesterday.
Zebras and BFLA had…

News / TNN

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May 3, 2026

✨ Step into NUDE & SEXY – Where Dancehall Meets The Arts ✨

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: LAUREN MICHAELSON & BENNETT WIRTH

May 3, 2026

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -LAUREN MCKENZIE MICHELSON ofNew York, New YorkU.S.A. (Single) andBENNETT EDWARD WIRTH ofNew York, New YorkU.S.A. (Single)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: BENJAMIN AMES & MEGAN DUMAINE

May 3, 2026

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -BENJAMIN EDWARD AMES ofNew Britain, ConnecticutU.S.A. (Single) andMEGAN ELIZABETH O’NEIL DUMAINE ofNew Britain, Connecticut

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: KYLE PHILLIPS & KATHERINE MARTINEZ FERMIN

May 3, 2026

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -KYLE PHILLIPS ofSOUTHAMPTON Parish (Single) andKATHERINE MARTINEZ FERMIN ofVeraguaDominican Republic (Single)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: COREY DAVIES & ERIN LEVON

May 3, 2026

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -COREY MICHAEL DAVIES ofSANDYS Parish (Single) andERIN SIERRA LEVON ofSANDYS Parish (Single)