Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward outlined his plans for a social development strategy during a Bernews News & Views [BNV] podcast interview about his bid to lead the Progressive Labour Party [PLP]. Speaking with host Don Burgess, Minister Hayward also discussed his leadership approach, priorities for his first 100 days, support for... Read more of this article
Police officer Ayesha Akbar has described her transition into boxing as an “interesting journey” after representing the service at a recent international tournament in Canada. The 41-year-old was part of a seven-member Bermuda Police Service team that faced Peel Regional Police at Black and Blue, a boxing gala in Ontario. Competing at 66kg,... Read more of this article
A cruise ship worker arrested in the UK could face extradition to Bermuda over an allegation that he raped a passenger aboard a Bermuda-registered vessel, according to various international media reports. The man was working aboard Cunard’s Queen Anne when a passenger alleged that he raped her in her cabin in August 2025, while the ship was sailing... Read more of this article
Reverend Carl Williams has urged residents to slow down on Bermuda’s roads, show greater consideration for others and hold family conversations about the value of human life. Speaking to Bernews about St. Mary’s All Souls’ Day service of remembrance and consolation, the priest-in-charge of the Warwick church reflected on the grief experienced... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities is inviting public feedback on a proposed framework that ”seeks to address the growing number of vacant and derelict residential properties in Bermuda and explore ways to return them to productive use.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities is inviting... Read more of this article
[Column written by Minister of Education Diallo Rabain] Part 5 – The Real Test: Better Outcomes for Bermuda’s Children and What Does Change? Over the course of this series, I have explained why Bermuda needs an Education Authority, what autonomy means, how its Board will be selected, and how the transition will work. But there is another important... Read more of this article
Bermudian economist Ywione Darrell has been selected for the 2026-2028 ODI Fellowship Scheme and has joined the Bank of Somaliland’s Monetary Policy and Research team for a two-year placement. A spokesperson said, “A young Bermudian economist and Co-Chief Editor of the Bermuda Journal of Academic Research has taken up a place on one of the most... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture held a proclamation ceremony to celebrate the 177th anniversary of the arrival of Bermuda’s first Portuguese immigrants. Speaking in advance of the event, the Department said, “This special commemoration celebrates the arrival of the first Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda in 1849 aboard the Golden Rule. Together,... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt is in Antigua and Barbuda to participate in the Commonwealth Business Forum, held alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government meetings. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, is in Antigua and Barbuda, where he is participating in the Commonwealth Business Forum, taking... Read more of this article
The PHC Majorettes & Drum Corps are set to perform at the Washington DC Veterans Day Parade this weekend. More than 30 performers, aged between six and 50, plus other members of the organisation, will leave the island tomorrow [November 5] for the event at the National Field Show on Saturday before taking part in the Veterans Day Parade the following... Read more of this article
The Information Commissioner’s Office has officially announced the appointments of Kentisha Tweed as Investigative Counsel and David Northcott as Regulatory Compliance & Oversight Analyst. A spokesperson said, “The Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO] is pleased to formally announce two pivotal senior-level appointments: Ms. Kentisha... Read more of this article
Transitional Community Services, a registered charity dedicated to empowering boys and young men to lead their lives and shape their futures, announced the expansion of its services through the introduction of PIVOT [Positive Intervention for Vulnerable and Offending Teens]. A spokesperson said, “PIVOT will extend individualized support to boys... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that the Healing Garden at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital will be closed from November 9 to 30, 2026, to facilitate building works. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board advises the public that the Healing Garden at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and the access door from the Garden to the... Read more of this article
Reverend Carl Williams has urged residents to slow down on Bermuda’s roads, show greater consideration for others and hold family conversations about the value of human life. Speaking to Bernews about St. Mary’s All Souls’ Day service of remembrance and consolation, the priest-in-charge of the Warwick church reflected on the grief experienced... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture held a proclamation ceremony to celebrate the 177th anniversary of the arrival of Bermuda’s first Portuguese immigrants. Speaking in advance of the event, the Department said, “This special commemoration celebrates the arrival of the first Portuguese immigrants to Bermuda in 1849 aboard the Golden Rule. Together,... Read more of this article
People in Bermuda have “lost in excess of $10 million as a result of cyber-enabled crime” so far this year, police said during a joint press conference with the Bermuda Bankers Association. The press conference addressed online fraud and aimed to raise awareness of scams affecting the community. Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith said,... Read more of this article
Young karting driver Alondro Joseph Albouy has secured a place at the FIA Arrive and Drive World Cup in Malaysia. Albouy, who will compete at the World Cup from November 19 to 22, has been racing with the Bermuda Karting Association for the past two years. He finished second in the BKA X30 Junior Championship for the 2025-26 season and placed third... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s Gianluca Bortoli and Noah Maranzana were in action at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Senegal. Bortoli finished 22nd in the men’s individual triathlon at Saly Beach, completing the course in 57 minutes 55 seconds. He emerged from the 750m swim in 17th position after clocking 8:50, before recording the 23rd-fastest bike split of 30:18... Read more of this article
Police officer Ayesha Akbar has described her transition into boxing as an “interesting journey” after representing the service at a recent international tournament in Canada. The 41-year-old was part of a seven-member Bermuda Police Service team that faced Peel Regional Police at Black and Blue, a boxing gala in Ontario. Competing at 66kg,... Read more of this article
Carey Olsen has maintained its strong standing in the latest Legal 500 rankings, retaining five Tier 1 practice rankings and 13 Leading Partner rankings while earning five new Next Generation Partner rankings. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen has reinforced its position as one of Bermuda’s top law firms in the latest Legal 500 rankings, retaining... Read more of this article
AM Best has confirmed that Cavello Bay Reinsurance Limited’s credit ratings remain unchanged following Enstar Group’s agreement to reinsure a $4.8 billion portfolio of reserves from Markel Group. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has commented that the Credit Ratings [ratings] of Cavello Bay Reinsurance Limited [Cavello Bay] [Bermuda], a subsidiary... Read more of this article
Assured Guaranty Ltd. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.38 per share, payable on December 2, to shareholders on record as of November 18. A spokesperson said, “Assured Guaranty Ltd. today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.38 per common share. The dividend is payable on December 2, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business... Read more of this article
The PHC Majorettes & Drum Corps are set to perform at the Washington DC Veterans Day Parade this weekend. More than 30 performers, aged between six and 50, plus other members of the organisation, will leave the island tomorrow [November 5] for the event at the National Field Show on Saturday before taking part in the Veterans Day Parade the following... Read more of this article
The Bermuda National Gallery paid tribute to the late Vivienne Gardner, noting her decades-long career and lasting contribution to Bermuda’s art heritage. Jennifer L. Phillips, Bermuda National Gallery Executive Director said, “It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of acclaimed Bermudian artist Vivienne Gardner. “Vivienne... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] hosted their Halloween Party on Saturday [Oct 31] with a costume parade, haunted hallway, games and more. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] welcomed 1,039 guests to its Halloween Party on Saturday, October 31, from noon to 4 p.m. A three-category costume... Read more of this article
Cash Trash Bash has raised $3,992.26 through its annual campaign to remove trash from Bermuda’s waters, with the proceeds being shared between two environmental organisations. A group of 14 volunteers collected 2,028.5lb of trash during 48 hours of work throughout August, with participants ranging in age from four to 75. A cheque for $1,996.13 was... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] is inviting students aged 10 to 18 to enter a video contest highlighting the importance of protecting Bermuda’s ocean, with entries due by November 8. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] is inviting students across Bermuda to enter a new video contest and speak up as young... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] The Governments of the United Kingdom and Bermuda welcomed partners from governments, civil society and the scientific community to the inaugural signing of the Hamilton II Declaration. A spokesperson said, “More than a decade after the signing of the Hamilton Declaration, the Hamilton II Declaration demonstrates the continued... Read more of this article
A cruise ship worker arrested in the UK could face extradition to Bermuda over an allegation that he raped a passenger aboard a Bermuda-registered vessel, according to various international media reports. The man was working aboard Cunard’s Queen Anne when a passenger alleged that he raped her in her cabin in August 2025, while the ship was sailing... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service arrested eight people and issued 108 traffic tickets, including 94 for speeding, during high-visibility traffic enforcement and community patrols over Halloween weekend. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] carried out proactive, highly visible traffic enforcement and community engagement patrols,... Read more of this article
People in Bermuda have “lost in excess of $10 million as a result of cyber-enabled crime” so far this year, police said during a joint press conference with the Bermuda Bankers Association. The press conference addressed online fraud and aimed to raise awareness of scams affecting the community. Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith said,... Read more of this article
This week’s Wallpaper Wednesday design, titled Emoji Loves Bermuda, adds a lighthearted touch with a happy emoji character proudly holding the Bermuda flag. 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 story. You can download both... Read more of this article
Paradise Mobile has promoted Ashantae Goater to Acting Head of Customer Operations. A spokesperson said, “Paradise Mobile has announced it has promoted Ashantae Goater from Senior Customer Success Specialist to Acting Head of Customer Operations – a little over a year since the high-performer’s last promotion. Effective from 21 October 2026, this initial... Read more of this article
The Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne has been invited as a featured speaker at AFROTECH Conference 2026, taking place from 2 – 6 November at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. A Government spokesperson said, “Celebrating its 10th anniversary year, the 2026 AFROTECH Conference will see more than 40,000 people in attendance. “The... Read more of this article
A male driver was arrested on outstanding warrants following a single-vehicle collision on Harrington Sound Road, Smith’s, in which his car struck a wall, leaving him with minor injuries. A police spokesperson siad, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision, just east of Harrington Sound Primary school, Harrington Sound Road, Smith’s. Initial... Read more of this article
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] provided an update on the investigation into the tragic crash of the air ambulance, confirming that they have “recovered the upper third of the occurrence aircraft’s cockpit, as well as the cockpit voice recorder.” In providing an update today [Nov 2], the TSB said, “The aircraft departed... Read more of this article
[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving a rental car and car occurred on South Road near the junction with Knapton Hill in Smith’s. A police spokesperson said, “Police are currently at the scene of a two vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, near the junction with Knapton Hill, Smith’s. “The collision involved a rental car and... Read more of this article
