Archive for August, 2025
Column: Dion Smith On AI, Scams, Laws & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Dion Smith] Many of us live life juggling too much at once to pay attention to every warning or crisis until something happens to us, or someone close to us. It’s human nature to tune things out until they hit home. In previous opinion pieces, I’ve raised concerns about the increasing number of Bermudians being... Read more of this article
April Consumer Price Index: Inflation 1.8%
Consumers paid 1.8% more in April than a year ago for the basket of goods and services in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Department of Statistics’ April 2025 Consumer Price Index. “In summary, consumers paid 1.8 per cent more in April 2025 than a year ago... Read more of this article
AM Best Places Aspen Ratings Under Review
AM Best has placed under review with positive implications the Financial Strength Ratings of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “a” [Excellent] of Aspen Insurance UK Limited [AIUK] [United Kingdom], Aspen Bermuda Limited [ABL] [Bermuda], Aspen American Insurance Company [AAIC] [Austin, TX] and Aspen Specialty... Read more of this article
Presidents Win Ball Hockey League Match
The Hyannisport Presidents defeated the Broome County Blades 6-3 in a Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey match at the PCC Hockey Rink. The Presidents secured the victory after a decisive third-period performance. The Blades opened the scoring in the first period with a goal from Matt Mcphail. The Presidents answered shortly after with a goal by Ryan Bates,... Read more of this article
Sebastian Kempe Finishes 12th In Ireland
Bermudian sailor Sebastian Kempe concluded his campaign at the 2025 ILCA Under-21 World Championship, finishing in 12th place overall. Competing in a fleet of nearly 220 sailors, Kempe finished the prestigious regatta with a total of 148 net points. On the final day of the event, Kempe delivered two performances in the ILCA Under-21 Men’s Gold... Read more of this article
Hopkins & Narraway Race In New England
Bermudian cyclists Kaden Hopkins and Nic Narraway have begun the Green Mountain Stage Race with strong performances in the opening Time Trial. Both competed in the Men’s Pro/1/2 Division in Warren. Hopkins, returning to the event after several years racing in Europe, finished sixth on the 5.7-mile course with a time of 13 minutes, 14.05 seconds. Narraway... Read more of this article
Police Confirm Death Of 43-Yr-Old John Glasgow
The police have now confirmed the death of 43-year-old John Glasgow. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the identity of the victim in the fatal road traffic collision which occurred on Knapton, Smith’s around 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 24, 2025, as 43-year-old, John Glasgow. “The BPS extends our sincere... Read more of this article
Lane Closure On North Shore Road On Sunday
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the public that a lane closure will be in effect on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish, near 52 North Shore Road, on Sunday, 31 August 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “The closure is necessary to facilitate storm drain repair works being carried out by the Ministry’s masonry team. The works... Read more of this article
Retail Sales Increased 3.6% In April 2025
After adjusting for the retail sales rate of inflation – measured at 0.8% in April – the overall volume of retail sales index increased 3.6% when compared to April 2024, according to the recently released Retail Sales Index. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the April 2025 Retail Sales Index publication. “April’s... Read more of this article
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting August 30
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, August 30th. On Saturday the Carnival Venezia cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Liberty of the Seas cruise ship is scheduled to arrive and on Tuesday the Somers... Read more of this article
Video: August 30th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Retail sales increased 3.6% in April, the Commission will review feedback on Southlands, the Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda commented on the Tax Reform Commission Report, Dr. Douglas De Couto also spoke on the Tax Reform Commission Report, Labour Day’s theme is “Labour is the Link,” the PLP C29 held a Back to School Party, and Minister Jason... Read more of this article
AM Best Affirms Ratings Of AXIS Capital
AM Best affirmed the A [Excellent] Financial Strength Rating and “a+” Long-Term ICR for AXIS Capital Holdings’ subsidiaries, with stable outlooks. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “a+” [Excellent] of... Read more of this article
