Bermuda has been named the #1 island in the Caribbean and Atlantic in the Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards, the fourth consecutive year the island has taken the top spot. A BTA spokesperson said, “Bermuda earned a score of 95.24, its highest in four years of consecutive wins and the latest in a year-over-year rise in reader... Read more of this article
Bermudian Anthasia Campbell said she had a “great time” competing in the Miss England semi-final at Melton Theatre in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, yesterday [October 11]. Campbell narrowly missed out on reaching the national final after finishing second in the People’s Choice vote. The contestant with the most votes earned direct entry to the... Read more of this article
The crews of the ferries Resolute, Warbaby Fox, Tug Powerful and the Aids to Navigation [ATON] teams earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for their response to the boat fire near Saltus Island last month. A spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to recognise the crews of the ferries Resolute, Warbaby Fox, Tug... Read more of this article
[Updated] Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva is holding a press conference this morning [Oct 12] for the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Albert Row Affordable Housing Development. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 6.00pm: Deputy Premier and Minister... Read more of this article
[Written by Patrick Bean] A large crowds of residents from across the island stood shoulder to shoulder in a powerful display of Bermudian solidarity to honour the victims of the Latitude Air Ambulance tragedy. Organised by the West End Ministerial Alliance as a Sunset Prayer Vigil, the gathering served as both a tribute to the six lives lost on the... Read more of this article
A man who imported “large quantity of cannabis resin” has been sentenced to 6 years in prison. The court ruling in the case against Ty Lawes stated, “This case concerns an importation of controlled drugs via the L.F. Wade International Airport. In many respects the offence is similar to most importations effected by that route: the Defendant... Read more of this article
Bermudian martial artists won several medals at the Pan American Kung Fu Championships and Pan American Wushu Championships in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Kaelin Cox and Garon Wilkinson won gold in the Two-Person Fighting Set. Cox also won silver in the Group D [18-39] Spear division, while Jashae Allen-LaMontagne won gold in the Group D [18-39] Other... Read more of this article
[Column written by Nadia Arandjelovic] There is a particular kind of tiredness that doesn’t necessarily come from doing too much. It comes from having to remember too much: the dentist appointment, the school form, the birthday present, the groceries, the bill that needs paying, the family event, the work deadline, the child who has outgrown their... Read more of this article
This past weekend saw the Sunset Prayer Vigil honouring the air ambulance victims, while one person was shot in Hamilton Parish. Community and sporting events included Taste of Bermuda activities, the Bermuda Police Service Gala Dinner, and cyclists winning multiple medals at the Caribbean Elite event in the Dominican Republic. Links to our coverage... Read more of this article
Nic Narraway won bronze in the elite men’s road race at the 2026 Caribbean Elite & U23 Road Cycling Championships in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, today, adding to his silver medal in Saturday’s individual time trial. A spokesperson said, “Narraway completed the 127.6 km race in 3:12:47, sharing the same finishing time as silver medallist... Read more of this article
Hosted by the City of Hamilton and Bacardí, the ‘Art of the Pour: Havana Nights’ event was held this weekend as part of the Taste of Bermuda Weekend. In describing the event a spokesperson previously said, “Experience an unforgettable evening of premium rum, world-class cocktails, and vibrant Caribbean culture at Art of the Pour:... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service held its Police Gala Dinner at the Hamilton Princess last night [Oct 10], celebrating its 147th anniversary as part of Police Week 2026. The event was held under the theme “Together in Service, United in Community” and guests were invited to wear formal attire and masks. The gala followed other Police Week activities,... Read more of this article
Bermudian singer Dakari Love showcased his vocal talents again on The Voice UK, taking to the stage alongside Molly J for a rendition of Phil Collins’ “Against All Odds” during the competition’s Battle Rounds. The singer, whose real name is Nkosi Hollis, earned his place on Sir Tom Jones’ team following his successful blind audition in September,... Read more of this article
One person was taken to hospital after a shooting in Hamilton parish in which “unknown subjects shot into a window at the residence, injuring one occupant. ” A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 1:35 a.m. on Sunday, October 11, 2026, police officers were dispatched to a reported firearms incident at a residence in Hamilton... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service celebrated a special part of its history, honouring 92-year-old Jean Vickers, the first Bermudian woman to join the organisation, at the Police Week Seniors’ Tea at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons and Deputy Commissioner Na’imah Astwood presented Ms Vickers with flowers in recognition... Read more of this article
WindReach is highlighting its Clinical Mental Health Programme, which “combines evidence-based psychotherapy with experiential, nature-based interventions to support individuals facing mental health challenges.” A spokesperson said, “The human-animal bond has long been recognized for its powerful ability to provide comfort, connection... Read more of this article
News that Gherdai Hassell won the Art and Culture Award at the Black Futures Awards, Nicholas Christopher secured a new Broadway role, and Nia Christopher scored four goals in FH Hafnarfjörður’s 5-0 victory were among the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Bermudian poet Nancy Anne Miller released Missing Hurricanes,... Read more of this article
[Updated] Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva is holding a press conference this morning [Oct 12] for the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Albert Row Affordable Housing Development. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update 6.00pm: Deputy Premier and Minister... Read more of this article
Bernews’ latest virtual art gallery, “Bermuda From Space,” offers a unique perspective of the island through a collection of real images of Bermuda captured from space, courtesy of NASA, showcasing the island’s distinctive shape, surrounding waters and natural landscape from high above Earth, giving viewers an opportunity to see Bermuda from... Read more of this article
Bermudian martial artists won several medals at the Pan American Kung Fu Championships and Pan American Wushu Championships in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Kaelin Cox and Garon Wilkinson won gold in the Two-Person Fighting Set. Cox also won silver in the Group D [18-39] Spear division, while Jashae Allen-LaMontagne won gold in the Group D [18-39] Other... Read more of this article
Bermudian Lauren Cardwell scored as the University of Toronto Varsity Blues defeated the Western Mustangs 5-0 on Sunday [October 11], completing a weekend of two victories following their 3-0 win over Waterloo. Playing at Back Campus Fields, Toronto established a 3-0 half-time lead through goals from Allie Lavis, Ava Airnes and Maddy Kim. Cardwell then... Read more of this article
Bermudian basketball player AJ Harris’s Teesside Lions suffered an 85-79 defeat against Nottingham Athletic in men’s Division Two league action in the UK. Ryan Flauto led the Lions with 24 points, while Luis Costa added 21 as the pair combined for 45 of Teesside’s 79 points. Manpreet Hundal scored 24 points for Nottingham, matching Flauto’s... Read more of this article
Devonshire Colts, North Village Rams, Hamilton Parish and Wolves recorded victories, while Paget Lions and St. George’s Colts drew in Premier and First Division football action. Premier Division Paget Lions 1 St. George’s Colts 1 Paget Lions and St. George’s Colts shared the points in a 1-1 draw at White Hill Field. Diaje Hart gave Paget the lead... Read more of this article
Sun Life Private Wealth has announced three senior appointments, including Georgina Howes as CEO and Country Manager for Bermuda, as it strengthens its leadership across key global wealth hubs. A spokesperson said, “Sun Life Private Wealth today announced three senior appointments to strengthen product leadership and market execution across Singapore... Read more of this article
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a” [Excellent] of the operating subsidiaries of Essent Group Ltd., which are Essent Guaranty, Inc. [domiciled in Radnor, PA] and Essent Reinsurance Ltd. [Hamilton, Bermuda] [collectively referred to as Essent]. The outlook of these Credit... Read more of this article
Bermudian Zakkiyah R. Daniels has developed BotOut, a “tool designed to help writers identify and address patterns that may cause original human-written work to be incorrectly flagged as AI-generated.” A spokesperson said, “A student submits original work. A job seeker sends a carefully written application. A writer delivers a polished... Read more of this article
Bermudian Anthasia Campbell said she had a “great time” competing in the Miss England semi-final at Melton Theatre in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, yesterday [October 11]. Campbell narrowly missed out on reaching the national final after finishing second in the People’s Choice vote. The contestant with the most votes earned direct entry to the... Read more of this article
Bernews’ latest virtual art gallery, “Bermuda From Space,” offers a unique perspective of the island through a collection of real images of Bermuda captured from space, courtesy of NASA, showcasing the island’s distinctive shape, surrounding waters and natural landscape from high above Earth, giving viewers an opportunity to see Bermuda from... Read more of this article
Hosted by the City of Hamilton and Bacardí, the ‘Art of the Pour: Havana Nights’ event was held this weekend as part of the Taste of Bermuda Weekend. In describing the event a spokesperson previously said, “Experience an unforgettable evening of premium rum, world-class cocktails, and vibrant Caribbean culture at Art of the Pour:... Read more of this article
The Government’s Balcony Solar Pilot Programme will test compact units that supply electricity for use within the participating home, Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said, adding that the concept is to make “renewable energy accessible to more Bermudians, including renters, seniors and residents in apartment-style housing.” Speaking... Read more of this article
Bermudian James Darrell has turned the island’s recent rattlesnake drama into an anime action series featuring a fictional hero who takes on the reptile. The independently produced project, The R.O.K. [Rise of Kadeem], incorporates Bermudian locations, culture and storytelling into an original anime-style series. In the first episode, Kadeem battles... Read more of this article
Bermuda filmmaker Andrew Stevenson’s documentary, If They Were Us: The Humpback Whales of the Sargasso Sea, won first place in the Marine Ecosystems category at the 2026 Wildlife Conservation Film Festival [WCFF]. The film was also named a Best Feature finalist and placed third in Best Cinematography at the event, which took place at the Elite Cinema... Read more of this article
A man who imported “large quantity of cannabis resin” has been sentenced to 6 years in prison. The court ruling in the case against Ty Lawes stated, “This case concerns an importation of controlled drugs via the L.F. Wade International Airport. In many respects the offence is similar to most importations effected by that route: the Defendant... Read more of this article
One person was taken to hospital after a shooting in Hamilton parish in which “unknown subjects shot into a window at the residence, injuring one occupant. ” A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 1:35 a.m. on Sunday, October 11, 2026, police officers were dispatched to a reported firearms incident at a residence in Hamilton... Read more of this article
Four men were arrested during a police operation that began with a traffic stop in Flatts and led to additional arrests and suspected drugs being seized at a Pembroke residence. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:25 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2026, Police officers on mobile patrol had cause to stop a motorcar travelling east along North Shore... Read more of this article
Bermudian Zakkiyah R. Daniels has developed BotOut, a “tool designed to help writers identify and address patterns that may cause original human-written work to be incorrectly flagged as AI-generated.” A spokesperson said, “A student submits original work. A job seeker sends a carefully written application. A writer delivers a polished manuscript. An... Read more of this article
Brava and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] have partnered to “create new opportunities for Bermuda’s entrepreneurs and small businesses.” A spokesperson said, “Brava and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation have joined forces to create new opportunities for Bermuda’s entrepreneurs and small businesses. Through a... Read more of this article
Connectech Coding and the Bermy Bots, will host a free robot-building and block-coding workshop for children ages 9 to 14 on October 17. A spokesperson said, “Calling all future engineers, tinkerers, and kids who take apart the TV remote just to see how it works! Connectech Coding is proud to support the Bermy Bots, Bermuda’s National Robotics Team, as they... Read more of this article
The crews of the ferries Resolute, Warbaby Fox, Tug Powerful and the Aids to Navigation [ATON] teams earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for their response to the boat fire near Saltus Island last month. A spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to recognise the crews of the ferries Resolute, Warbaby Fox, Tug... Read more of this article
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] is deploying investigators to Massachusetts to assist with the investigation into the Latitude Air Ambulance crash, that claimed the lives of six people including two Bermudians. A statement issued said, “The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] is deploying a team of investigators to Massachusetts... Read more of this article
The police have now confirmed the death of a woman after she was struck by a car, saying it marks the 14th road fatality of the year. A police spokesperson said, “Sadly, Bermuda has now recorded its fourteenth road fatality for 2026, following the death of a woman struck by a motorcar on Cedar Avenue, shortly after 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October... Read more of this article
