Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is providing an update on “the steps taken during 2026 to strengthen leadership, address operational and financial challenges, and maintain quality patient care through significant changes.” A spokesperson said, “BHB entered 2026 with the appointment of a new Board, a new Chairman, and a new policy direction... Read more of this article
SSL Team Bermuda will begin their SSL Gold Cup Pan-American qualifying campaign in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, today [Nov 12], with Bermuda’s team among eight nations competing for three places in the finals. The qualifiers run until November 15, with Bermuda drawn alongside Mexico, Cuba and El Salvador in Group I. Team captain Rockal Evans said,... Read more of this article
Hundreds of people gathered on Front Street for the Remembrance Day parade, paying tribute to the island’s war veterans. A spokesperson said, “Residents and visitors packed sidewalks near the Cenotaph as they paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the First World War, the Second World War and other campaigns of the Allied... Read more of this article
World Children’s Day will be observed on Friday, November 20, under the theme “My Day. My Rights. My Future”, with Family Centre calling on the community to help “protect children’s rights to food, security and a future filled with opportunity.” According to Family Centre Executive Director, Dr. Sandy De Silva, “Families who are... Read more of this article
[Updated with photos] Bermuda is commemorating Remembrance Day with a ceremony and parade in Hamilton today [Nov 11] and you can tune in and watch live below. We will have a photo gallery later on and you can view all our coverage of this year, and past years, Remembrance Day events by clicking here and for over 60 videos covering Remembrance Day... Read more of this article
The PHC Majorettes & Drum Corps and the Warwick United Majorettes performed at the Washington DC Veterans Day Parade at the weekend. Both organisations appeared in the National Field Show on Saturday before taking part in the Veterans Day Parade the following day. Tawana Lee, director of the PHC Majorettes & Drum Corps, said the group’s... Read more of this article
[Written by Patrick Bean] Courtrooms are not normally places of grand festivity; however, Tuesday saw Court 4 buck the usual trend of trepidation during the annual Treatment Courts’ Thanksgiving Courts. Marked as a celebration of “gratitude, growth, and the glimmers along the way”, the event attracted a bevvy of local leaders, including His Excellency... Read more of this article
The One Bermuda Alliance has submitted proposed amendments to the Education Authority Bill, which “seek to establish clear expectations and safeguards in law while giving education professionals the freedom to determine how best to improve our schools.” Shadow Education Minister and Opposition Leader Ben Smith said, “The One Bermuda Alliance... Read more of this article
“Nearly 300,000 leisure visitors travelled to Bermuda in the third quarter of 2026, up 14.4% on the same period last year,” according to the latest data from the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA]. A spokesperson said, “Air visitors in Q3 increased by 9.2% while cruise visitors increased by 15.4%. In total nearly 300,000 leisure visitors... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development & Seniors, through the Office of Youth Affairs [TOYA], is encouraging the Bermuda community to participate in Odd Socks Day on Monday, November 16, 2026, in recognition of Anti-Bullying Week. A Government spokesperson said, “Organised internationally by the Anti-Bullying Alliance, Anti-Bullying Week... Read more of this article
The Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association [WISTA] Bermuda celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala dinner, marking their ”contribution to the Island’s maritime ecosystem and the growing influence of women across the industry.” A spokesperson said, “The Women’s International Shipping & Trading... Read more of this article
A male visitor was injured in a collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish early this morning [Nov 11]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a livery cycle, just east of the Bethel A.M.E. Church, North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish. “Police and other first responders were dispatched... Read more of this article
The Government of Bermuda welcomed Brian Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of Coinbase, to the Island to “see first-hand the progress of Bermuda’s onchain economy initiative.” A Government spokesperson said, “The visit, which took place on Monday [Nov. 9], follows the Government’s announcement at the World Economic Forum in Davos in... Read more of this article
Hundreds of people gathered on Front Street for the Remembrance Day parade, paying tribute to the island’s war veterans. A spokesperson said, “Residents and visitors packed sidewalks near the Cenotaph as they paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the First World War, the Second World War and other campaigns of the Allied... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s sailing team will be competing in the SSL Pan-American Qualifiers in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from November 12–16th. A statement from the organisers said, “Small island, big sailing ambitions. SSL Team Bermuda brings together a crew shaped by the ocean, competition and a long-standing maritime heritage. Known as The Privateers,... Read more of this article
Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher began performances in the Broadway musical Just In Time on Tuesday [November 10], taking on the lead role of legendary American singer Bobby Darin at the Circle in the Square Theatre in New York. The talented actor and singer takes over the role following Matthew Morrison, whose engagement concluded on November... Read more of this article
Dandy Town Hornets won the Under-13 Gregory Grimes Plate title with a 3-1 victory over North Village Rams. North Village took the lead in the sixth minute when Malik Tomaz scored. Dandy Town equalised in the 22nd minute through Chance Franks before Mazaii Tucker scored to give the Hornets a 2-1 lead at halftime. Franks scored his second goal after the... Read more of this article
SSL Team Bermuda will begin their SSL Gold Cup Pan-American qualifying campaign in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, today [Nov 12], with Bermuda’s team among eight nations competing for three places in the finals. The qualifiers run until November 15, with Bermuda drawn alongside Mexico, Cuba and El Salvador in Group I. Team captain Rockal Evans said,... Read more of this article
Bermudian swimmer Teagan Mewett placed third in the girls’ 50-yard breaststroke while representing Mercersburg Academy at the Mercersburg Academy and Chambersburg Chargers November Invitational in Pennsylvania. Mewett recorded a time of 31.40 seconds in the breaststroke event. She also competed in the girls’ 50-yard butterfly, finishing 37th in... Read more of this article
RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.41 per share and renewed its share repurchase program with a total authorization of up to $750 million. A spokesperson said, “The Board of Directors of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced today a quarterly dividend of $0.41 per common share on its common shares. The dividend is... Read more of this article
The Government has issued a Request for Proposals for renovations to restrooms at Warwick Long Bay, Chaplin Bay and Church Bay. The notice on the Government website said, “This Request for Proposals [the “RFP”] is an invitation by the Government of Bermuda [the “Government”] to prospective proponents to submit proposals for Restroom Renovations... Read more of this article
The Government has issued a Request for Proposals [RFP] for commercial kitchen equipment for the Westgate Correctional Facility. The notice on the Government website said the Department of Corrections intends to purchase equipment “to improve the efficiency, capacity, safety, and reliability of its food service operations.” The notice states, “The... Read more of this article
Anthasia Campbell will celebrate her Bermudian heritage at the Miss England Grand Final in Leicester next week. The 25-year-old plans to pay tribute to majorette Brijette Basden, who died in a car accident in the United States last year, by wearing outfits supplied by Hot Peppers Majorettes. The final will take place at the Athena on Tuesday [November... Read more of this article
Bermudian documentary photographer Nicola Muirhead has been named among 20 winners of the Rotlicht Festival for Analog Photography’s 2026 international open call, with her Descendants of Summer project set to be exhibited in Vienna, Austria. The festival said its jury selected the 20 projects from 327 submissions from 44 countries using a points system,... Read more of this article
Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher began performances in the Broadway musical Just In Time on Tuesday [November 10], taking on the lead role of legendary American singer Bobby Darin at the Circle in the Square Theatre in New York. The talented actor and singer takes over the role following Matthew Morrison, whose engagement concluded on November... Read more of this article
Bermuda College’s Eco Club will host a wellness fundraiser featuring yoga, surfing, and environmental activities at Horseshoe Bay Beach on November 15. A spokesperson said, “The community are invited to attend this Eco Wellness Retreat fundraiser for Bermuda College Eco Club Sunday November 15th at Horseshoe Bay Beach where they will enjoy yoga,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is showcasing Bermuda’s award-winning diving experiences at DEMA Show 2026 in New Orleans from November 3–6. A spokesperson said, “Through a dedicated Bermuda exhibition booth, the Authority is engaging with the international dive community, strengthening industry relationships and promoting opportunities to... Read more of this article
More than 100 HSBC employees joined staff from ASU Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [ASU BIOS] and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] at Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve. A spokesperson said, “With approximately 140 people on site, the volunteering day brought together colleagues, conservation specialists and community partners... Read more of this article
One person sustained a stab wound and two people were arrested after a “physical altercation involving several individuals” occurred in Hamilton. A police spokesperson said, “Around 7:55pm Sunday, 8th November 2026, police officers responded to a reported disturbance at Pier 6, in the City of Hamilton. It appears that a physical altercation... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service said “wish to speak with Mr. Quincy Brangman” and “anyone with information on the whereabouts of Mr. Brangman” is asked to immediately contact the police. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 3:00 am, Saturday, October 31, 2026, the Bermuda Police Service received reports of a male seen... Read more of this article
[Updated] A motorcyclist was injured and arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after losing control of his motorcycle after ignoring police instructions to stop on the Causeway, resulting in a collision. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision on the Causeway, just east of Blue Hole Hill, St. George’s. “Initial... Read more of this article
The Government of Bermuda welcomed Brian Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of Coinbase, to the Island to “see first-hand the progress of Bermuda’s onchain economy initiative.” A Government spokesperson said, “The visit, which took place on Monday [Nov. 9], follows the Government’s announcement at the World Economic Forum in Davos in January 2026 of its... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a lively pink-themed design with a cheerful character surrounded by glossy splashes and Bermuda flag details. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram... Read more of this article
The Office of Youth Affairs is launching a free six-part workshop series to help parents navigate children’s use of digital technology. A Government spokesperson said, “The Office of Youth Affairs, within the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, is pleased to announce the launch of “Parental CTRL: Parenting in a World That Never Logs Off,”... Read more of this article
A male visitor was injured in a collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish early this morning [Nov 11]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a livery cycle, just east of the Bethel A.M.E. Church, North Shore Road, Hamilton Parish. “Police and other first responders were dispatched... Read more of this article
[Updated] A male driver sustained minor injuries after his car crashed into a utility pole on North Shore Road in Smith’s, resulting in a road closure and traffic diversions. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision involving a motorcar on North Shore Road just west of the junction with Jennings Road, Smith’s. “The... Read more of this article
[Updated] A motorcyclist was injured and arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after losing control of his motorcycle after ignoring police instructions to stop on the Causeway, resulting in a collision. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision on the Causeway, just east of Blue Hole Hill, St. George’s. “Initial... Read more of this article
