“Today’s Premier’s Question Period raised a straightforward issue: How should Bermudians measure the performance of their Government, ” Opposition Leader, Ben Smith said today after the morning session in the House of Assembly. Mr Smith said, “Minister Jason Hayward, while seeking to become Premier, has spoken about the need for... Read more of this article
“In 2026, the Department of Workforce Development placed 102 college and university students through the Summer Employment Programme,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 25th] the Minister said, “I rise today to inform this Honorable House of the work undertaken through... Read more of this article
Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne tabled three documents relating to the electricity sector in the House of Assembly today [Sept 25th]. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, Today I table three documents in this Honourable House: the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 in its final form; the Ministerial Direction... Read more of this article
The restoration of the Bermuda Flag mural at No. 1 Car Park on Front Street has been completed. A spokesperson said, “A familiar piece of Hamilton’s public art landscape has been given new life, as the City of Hamilton completes the restoration of the Bermuda Flag mural at No. 1 Car Park on Front Street. “The restoration forms part of... Read more of this article
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [Sept 25] and statements listed on the Order Paper include Public Service Superannuation Fund: Phased Reduction of the Lump-Sum Conversion Factor; The Bermuda Affordable Housing Strategy 2025-2035: Closing the Gap Securing Affordable Housing Across Generations; Advancing Affordable... Read more of this article
BermyCards will host its second annual Bermuda Card Show on Saturday, November 21, from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Washington Mall, with card vendors gathering for the event during Pokémon’s 30th anniversary year. A spokesperson said, “Trading card collecting continues to grow around the world, and Bermuda is very much part of that excitement. As... Read more of this article
The legal matter pertaining to the PLP Leadership election returned to court again today [Sept 23], the latest step in the legal case brought by PLP leadership candidate Curtis Dickinson, with the court apparently attaching a penal notice to its latest order. Prior Court Rulings The court has already issued two written rulings as it pertains to this... Read more of this article
Premier David Burt is “encouraging Bermudians to follow proceedings in the House of Assembly on Friday, 25 September, when the House is expected to debate the long-awaited Report of the Commission of Inquiry into Historic Land Losses in Bermuda.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Report was tabled in the House of Assembly on 10... Read more of this article
Knowledge Quest has announced 18 recipients of its 2026 scholarships, marking the organisation’s 25th year of providing financial support to deserving Bermudians. A spokesperson said, “Knowledge Quest is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2026 Knowledge Quest Scholarships. This marks Knowledge Quest’s 25th year of providing means-tested... Read more of this article
Bermudian independent private office and family governance adviser Gina Pereira has received the Geoffrey Shindler Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Profession at the 2026 STEP Private Client Awards in London. A spokesperson said, “STEP is the global professional association for practitioners specialising in family inheritance and succession... Read more of this article
D’Angele Symonds has been named the Department of Energy’s 2026/27 Bursary Award recipient, receiving $20,000 toward her university tuition and related expenses. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to announce D’Angele Symonds as the Department of Energy’s Bursary Award recipient. “The award, valued at... Read more of this article
The Office of Youth Affairs, under the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, is encouraging young people, youth-serving organisations, and community members to take advantage of three funding opportunities for the 2026–2027 financial year: Youth Grants, Youth Investments, and Youth Event Sponsorships. Minister of Youth, Social Development... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Journal of Academic Research [BJAR] is “inviting scholars and professionals to serve as peer reviewers for its second edition, with expertise sought in economics, English literature, psychology and law,” with applications closing on October 15th, 2026. A spokesperson said, “BJAR published its first edition in March 2026,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] and Global Atlantic have announced the nine finalists for the fourth annual Wave of Opportunity Pitch Competition, which will offer $125,000 in total funding, with Nala Carlington, Amon Simons, Marcus Rewan, Zakary Nzabalinda, Camily Lovell, Andrew Smith Jr, Taj-Rae Outerbridge, Mahtorrie Wilkinson,... Read more of this article
Fairmont Southampton and the Department of Workforce Development will host Digital Application Support Days on September 28 and 29 at the Bermuda College, offering free assistance to candidates applying for jobs ahead of the resort’s reopening, with the company previously announcing that there are more than 500 jobs available. A spokesperson said,... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Health is advising of an “urgent food recall affecting two products sold in Bermuda,” with Waitrose Essential Unsweetened Oat Drink [1 litre] and MOMA Porridge and Cereal Products both being recalled. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is advising the public of an urgent food recall affecting... Read more of this article
[Updated] Minister of Health Kim Wilson and Minister of Public Works & Environment Jache Adams are holding a press conference this morning [Sept 23] to provide an an update on the Mangrove Bay Health Centre. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: Speaking at today’s press conference Minister... Read more of this article
Guadeloupe struck twice in the final six minutes to beat nine-man Bermuda 2-1 in the CONCACAF Nations League B opener at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground. Enrique Russell converted an 18th-minute penalty, and Bermuda held the lead into the second half. The contest turned in the 64th minute when defender Jorj Dublin was sent off and Guadeloupe pressed... Read more of this article
Bermudian footballer Kane Crichlow scored a very impressive goal as Dagenham & Redbridge defeated Waltham Abbey 3-0 in their Emirates FA Cup second qualifying round replay. Crichlow came close to opening the scoring during the first half when the Waltham Abbey goalkeeper spilled the ball into his path, but his effort was cleared off the line. The... Read more of this article
[Updated] Minister of Health Kim Wilson and Minister of Public Works & Environment Jache Adams are holding a press conference this morning [Sept 23] to provide an an update on the Mangrove Bay Health Centre. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: Speaking at today’s press conference Minister... Read more of this article
Guadeloupe struck twice in the final six minutes to beat nine-man Bermuda 2-1 in the CONCACAF Nations League B opener at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground. Enrique Russell converted an 18th-minute penalty, and Bermuda held the lead into the second half. The contest turned in the 64th minute when defender Jorj Dublin was sent off and Guadeloupe pressed... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s two scheduled North American Cup matches against the Bahamas on Friday [September 25] were washed out by rain at the Jimmy Powell Oval in George Town, Cayman Islands. NAC Game 1 Bermuda v Bahamas Washed Out Bermuda and the Bahamas shared the points after their North America Cup match at the Jimmy Powell Oval in the Cayman Islands was abandoned... Read more of this article
Cody Robinson scored twice and fellow Bermudian T’syi Showers also found the net as Thomas College defeated the University of Southern Maine 4-2 in a non-conference football match on Wednesday [Sept 23]. The match took place at Hannaford Field in Gorham, Maine, with fellow Bermudians Tre Burgess, Chance Eve and Justin Sukdeo also featuring for Thomas... Read more of this article
Arcadian Risk Capital has appointed Matthew Mullen as Executive Vice President to lead its expansion into the U.S. Enterprise Casualty market, supported by multi-year underwriting capacity. A spokesperson said, “Arcadian Risk Capital [“Arcadian”], a rapidly growing specialty managing general agent [“MGA”] with operations in Bermuda, Ireland,... Read more of this article
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of Premia Reinsurance Ltd. [Premia Re] [Bermuda]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Premia Re’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as... Read more of this article
September 24 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,758.34, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 43 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 23 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Sept 22 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange... Read more of this article
The restoration of the Bermuda Flag mural at No. 1 Car Park on Front Street has been completed. A spokesperson said, “A familiar piece of Hamilton’s public art landscape has been given new life, as the City of Hamilton completes the restoration of the Bermuda Flag mural at No. 1 Car Park on Front Street. “The restoration forms part of... Read more of this article
BermyCards will host its second annual Bermuda Card Show on Saturday, November 21, from 10.00am to 4.00pm at Washington Mall, with card vendors gathering for the event during Pokémon’s 30th anniversary year. A spokesperson said, “Trading card collecting continues to grow around the world, and Bermuda is very much part of that excitement. As... Read more of this article
Paul DeShield has released his first gospel album, De Shield of Faith, a nine-track project which is “anchored in Bermudian identity” and has 73 scripture references. Mr DeShield, who performs as Eminence, believes this is the first documented gospel rap album from Bermuda. “I feel like this album is a culmination of my experiences and... Read more of this article
The BBC has highlighted Frank Watlington’s recordings of humpback whales off Bermuda in a feature exploring how the discovery of whale song changed our understanding of them. The article said, “In the 1950s and 60s, scientists realised that the noises made by whales form a song. Now we know these songs even show hallmarks of human language. “It... 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
A 20-year-old man was arrested for having a bladed article in a public place and possession of controlled drugs. A police spokesperson said, “Around 12:20 p.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 police officers were conducting traffic abatement operations in the area of Barnes Corner, Southampton, when they had cause to stop a motorcycle carrying... 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
Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] is inviting the public to a Community Open House on Saturday [Sept 26], from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 19 The Lane, Paget, providing an opportunity to see its new Siemens MAGNETOM Flow.Neo MRI up close and learn how the technology is designed to enhance the MRI experience for patients in Bermuda. A spokesperson added, “Visitors... Read more of this article
The latest image in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a tranquil beach view, capturing the natural beauty of the island. The image 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 sizes below, and... 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
[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
