The police said they are “aware of images depicting a male and female engaged in a sex act at what appears to be a local beach being circulated” and the “matter is now under investigation.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of images depicting a male and female engaged in a sex act at... Read more of this article
Nominations are open for the King’s Honours and Bermuda’s King’s Certificate and Badge of Honour, with submissions due October 23. A Government spokesperson said, “Nominations are currently being sought from members of the public for individuals they would like to be considered for: an award as part of His Majesty The King’s Overseas... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Minister Zane DeSilva] There are Bermudian families living in overcrowded conditions, seniors struggling to find affordable accommodation and working people who simply cannot find somewhere they can afford to live. Affordable, safe housing is our priority All they know is that every day is a struggle, every week life becomes... Read more of this article
The police “conducted a targeted operation” which resulted in the arrest of a male in connection with an ”altercation captured on CCTV, during which the male is alleged to have brandished a large knife.” A spokesperson said, “On Monday, September 21, 2026, officers from the Tactical Operations Division of the Bermuda Police... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Minister Alexa Lightbourne] On 14 September, the Senate defeated the Cost of Living Commission Amendment [No. 2] Bill 2026 on a tied vote. Every Opposition senator voted against it. The Leader of the Opposition had the audacity to call the result a win “for all Bermudians”. The single person, the senior, the family... Read more of this article
Bermuda College student Kyah Richardson has been named the inaugural recipient of the new Bermuda Chess Association Scholarship, receiving $5,000 annually for two years. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of the new Bermuda Chess Association [BCA] Scholarship, a two-year scholarship supporting... Read more of this article
CariGenetics has successfully concluded its 2026 Summer Internship Programme in Bermuda, providing interns Nia-Rene Outerbridge and Kaelyn Fleming with approximately eight weeks of immersive, hands-on experience in genetics, genomics, laboratory science and scientific research. A spokesperson said, “The internship, conducted at the CariGenetics... Read more of this article
Washington Properties said they are “continuing a major programme of improvements at Washington Mall and the office accommodations above it, with the latest phase now visible along Reid Street.” A spokesperson said, “The ongoing investment is designed to modernise the property, improve sustainability and enhance the experience for... Read more of this article
La Trattoria collaborated with Bermuda College to give two culinary students, Terrai Trott and Mya Rodrigues, hands-on hospitality experience through a summer internship programme. A spokesperson said, “La Trattoria has welcomed families for decades but many might not know they have also been working quietly behind the scenes to engage Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain welcomed 12 teachers to the Bermuda Public School System during the Bermuda Teacher Induction Programme New Teacher Orientation at the Bermuda College. A Government spokesperson said, “The orientation, held last Thursday at the Butterfield & Vallis Conference Hall, brought together the new educators... Read more of this article
Chancery Legal Ltd. announced the appointment of Matthew Frick as Legal Counsel and Tiphani A. N. Philip as Paralegal/Graduate Trainee, strengthening the firm’s growing legal practice. A spokesperson said, “Chancery Legal Ltd. is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Frick as Legal Counsel and Tiphani A. N. Philip as Paralegal/Graduate... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Health and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources are “advising the public and the fishing community of ongoing risks associated with ciguatera fish poisoning and scombroid [histamine] poisoning. ” A Government spokesperson said, “This advisory follows recent reports under investigation and is issued as... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Land Management Corporation [BLMC] confirmed that Norwegian Cruise Line advised that it “will not pursue the Daniel’s Head property for development at this time” and noted that they “remain committed to the responsible and productive redevelopment of Daniel’s Head for the long-term benefit of Bermuda.” Last year... Read more of this article
[Updated] Police are on scene at a collision in St George’s this afternoon [Sept 21]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a rental car, on Mullet Bay Road, just west of Mullet Bay Park, St. George’s. “Police officers are on scene assisting with traffic flow, which is currently... Read more of this article
Butterfield has awarded three annual scholarships, including a $30,000 Sir Harry D. Butterfield Undergraduate Scholarship to Bermudian student Sioma Rudo. A spokesperson said, “Butterfield has awarded its annual scholarships to three promising students, including Bermudian Sioma Rudo, who has been awarded the Sir Harry D. Butterfield Undergraduate... Read more of this article
The Rickai ‘Pugi’ Raynor Memorial Race was held in Dockyard this weekend, paying tribute to the late powerboat racer, with proceeds from the event set to benefit his children. Raynor, 28, died from injuries sustained in a boat crash near White’s Island during the Bermuda Power Boat Association’s Hamilton Harbour Race series in June of this year. Speaking... Read more of this article
News that Dakari Love advanced on The Voice UK after his impressive performance, Dylan Hollis ranked second on the Affinity 100 creator list, and Nicholas Christopher performed in an NFL halftime show were among the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Ross Caesar won two IFBB Masters titles in Texas, Aaron Lugo received... Read more of this article
The annual MindFrame PhotoVoice Exhibition at the Bermuda Society of Arts featured artwork by clients of Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute and artists from other programmes. The exhibition, themed “The Art of Being Human,” included watercolours, paintings, sketches and photography, with some works available for purchase. BHB art therapist Rhiannon... Read more of this article
Team Bermuda, skippered by Katrina Williams, finished 17th at the inaugural New York Yacht Club Women’s International Championship in Newport, Rhode Island. The Bermuda entry completed the 10-race series with 141 points in the 20-team fleet. Their best results were three consecutive ninth-place finishes in races five, six and seven. Williams and her... Read more of this article
Bermudians Adio DeShield-Tankard and Chance Eve made contributions as Thomas College recorded a 6-0 victory over Vermont State University Lyndon in North Atlantic Conference football action. Eve provided the assist for Thomas College’s second goal in the 33rd minute, finding Serafin Garcia, who scored to give the Terriers a 2-0 advantage heading into... Read more of this article
Bermudian rugby player Sarah Cross has won the High Performance Athlete award at the University of Buckingham Students’ Union’s 2026 Sports and Societies Awards in the UK. The ceremony recently took place at the Leonardo Hotel in Milton Keynes, England, serving to honour a number of the University’s top athletes Cross was one of three finalists... Read more of this article
INTX Insurance Software today announced a “strategic partnership with Bermuda-based Bespoke Analytics, expanding INTX’s presence and local delivery capabilities across one of the world’s most important insurance and reinsurance markets.” A spokesperson said, “The partnership represents a significant step in INTX’s investment... Read more of this article
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.44 per common share payable on October 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 30, 2026. A spokesperson said, “In addition, the Board declared a dividend of $34.375 per Series E 5.50% preferred share [equivalent... Read more of this article
Athene Holding Ltd and Imran Siddiqui jointly announced that “they have resolved the legal proceedings commenced by Athene against Mr. Siddiqui and Caldera Holdings Limited in May 2018 in the Supreme Court of Bermuda.” The announcement said, “As part of this resolution, Mr. Siddiqui agreed to make the following statement: Athene has... Read more of this article
La Trattoria collaborated with Bermuda College to give two culinary students, Terrai Trott and Mya Rodrigues, hands-on hospitality experience through a summer internship programme. A spokesperson said, “La Trattoria has welcomed families for decades but many might not know they have also been working quietly behind the scenes to engage Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Grammy-nominated artist Musiq Soulchild will headline The Lumina Festival Day 2: Solara Music & Arts Concert on Sunday, September 27 at Victualling Yard, Dockyard. A spokesperson said, “This benefit concept celebrates Bermuda’s culture and creative community while funding flagship financial literacy programs such as the annual Financial... Read more of this article
Gherdai Hassell has been named an Arts & Culture Award finalist at the Black Futures Awards 2026 in the UK, with organisers highlighting the Bermudian artist’s international achievements and work supporting others through the arts. The awards will take place on October 2 during the UK’s Black History Month, with the organisation saying the... Read more of this article
Cash Trash Bash has collected more trash from Bermuda’s oceans, beaches and coastlines this year than it did last year, as the fundraising initiative continues to raise awareness of ocean pollution. The initiative was started by Karen Plianthos in 2015 and has now entered its ninth year. Along with her mother, Louise Jones, 79, daughters Ophelia,... Read more of this article
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] and the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS], part of Arizona State University, are highlighting their recent collaborative research into factors affecting Bermuda’s spiny lobster fishery. A spokesperson said, “The results could help Government better anticipate changes affecting the... Read more of this article
Locals have a new and natural way to enjoy live entertainment with the opening of the amphitheatre at Riddell’s Bay Gardens & Nature Reserve in Warwick, with the beautiful open air venue recently playing host to the Devil’s Isle Shakespeare Company’s production of Romeo & Juliet. Bernews asked for information about access and rental... Read more of this article
The police said they are “aware of images depicting a male and female engaged in a sex act at what appears to be a local beach being circulated” and the “matter is now under investigation.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of images depicting a male and female engaged in a sex act at... Read more of this article
The police “conducted a targeted operation” which resulted in the arrest of a male in connection with an ”altercation captured on CCTV, during which the male is alleged to have brandished a large knife.” A spokesperson said, “On Monday, September 21, 2026, officers from the Tactical Operations Division of the Bermuda Police... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service said they are “concerned about the recent increase in reported sexual assaults across the island.” A police spokesperson said, “A number of these reports demonstrate that consent remains an ongoing issue, with instances where the withdrawal of consent is not respected. “Sexual assault: “A sexual assault is... Read more of this article
CariGenetics has successfully concluded its 2026 Summer Internship Programme in Bermuda, providing interns Nia-Rene Outerbridge and Kaelyn Fleming with approximately eight weeks of immersive, hands-on experience in genetics, genomics, laboratory science and scientific research. A spokesperson said, “The internship, conducted at the CariGenetics laboratory in Bermuda,... Read more of this article
Bermuda HealthCare Services and Brown-Darrell Clinic will host the next Docs for Dinner, with Dr Carika Weldon to serve as the featured speaker, while a separate physician-focused presentation, BHCS will showcase the clinical capabilities of its new MRI machine. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] and Brown-Darrell Clinic will bring together... Read more of this article
RoyaLand has announced that NipsApp Game Studios is developing three free-to-play mobile games under the RoyaLand brand, with all three titles targeted for release on iOS and Android in October. A spokesperson said, “The RoyaLand Company Ltd, a Bermuda holding company focused on creating immersive, fantasy-based royalty-themed games as well as ownership and growth... Read more of this article
[Updated] Police are on scene at a collision in St George’s this afternoon [Sept 21]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a rental car, on Mullet Bay Road, just west of Mullet Bay Park, St. George’s. “Police officers are on scene assisting with traffic flow, which is currently... Read more of this article
[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a car occurred in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar, near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road, Paget. “Traffic diversions are in place at Cobb’s Hill Road and Chapel Road. If... Read more of this article
[Updated] Police have confirmed a road traffic collision on Front Street in the City of Hamilton near King Street, with traffic being diverted in both directions. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a road traffic collision on Front Street, City of Hamilton, near King Street. Details remain very limited at this time. “Due to this... Read more of this article
