Archive for July, 2026

Somerset Wins 2026 Cup Match Classic

[Updated] Somerset have retained the Cup Match trophy after defeating St George’s by an innings and 87 runs at Somerset Cricket Club. Somerset resumed day two on 277 for seven and lost their eighth wicket almost immediately when Dion Stovell was caught by Nzari Paynter off the bowling of Keegan Jones for 52. Stovell, playing in his final Cup Match,... Read more of this article

Concacaf Rejects FIFA World Cup Proposal

Concacaf and its 41 Member Associations have unanimously rejected a FIFA proposal to establish “FIFA Forward Enterprise” and sell interests in the FIFA World Cup to private investors, citing concerns over transparency, governance, and due process. A spokesperson said, “Concacaf is a confederation united by the love of our game, where... Read more of this article

Live Updates: 2026 Cup Match Holiday Events

[Updating] The 2026 Cup Match Classic will take place on Thursday and Friday at Somerset Cricket Club [SCC], and we will be bringing you live text, photo and video updates as able, as Somerset and St George’s match up in front of what is expected to be thousands of spectators at this iconic annual event, and our live coverage will also include some... Read more of this article

Photo Set II: 2026 Cup Match Classic Day One

After a delay due to the rain, the much-anticipated Cup Match Classic got underway at Somerset Cricket Club [SCC], continuing a tradition which began over a century ago. We will have additional coverage of the holiday, and for live updates of the match please click here and for all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage... Read more of this article

Teen Arrested After Failing To Stop & Collision

Police arrested a 17-year-old male after he failed to follow officers instructions to stop, “resulting in a pursuit which ended on Horseshoe Road, near its junction with Horseshoe Close, Sandys, after the subject and a police motorcycle were involved in a collision.” A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 3:10 p.m. on Thursday,... Read more of this article

PartnerRe Reports 2026 First Half Results

PartnerRe Ltd. reported first-half 2026 net income of $447 million, supported by strong underwriting performance and higher net investment income. A spokesperson said, “PartnerRe Ltd. today reported first half 2026 results Highlights Gross premiums written of $5.42 billion Non-life gross written premiums of $4.10 billion Life and Health gross written... Read more of this article

Video: Jack Harvey Wins Medal At CAC Games

[Updated with video] Jack Harvey won Bermuda’s first medal at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, yesterday [July 30]. Harvey claimed bronze in the men’s 50 metres backstroke A final at the Juan Pablo Duarte Aquatic Centre, finishing in 25.33sec. The 23-year-old, who also competed at the Commonwealth... Read more of this article

2026 Cup Match Day One Wrap-Up

Somerset overcame a delayed start to seize control on the opening day of Cup Match at Somerset Cricket Club today [July 30]. After winning the toss and electing to bat, the holders reached 276 for six off 63.1 overs at the close after play was delayed by rain and safety concerns involving scaffolding at the groundS St George’s, seeking to end... Read more of this article

Athletes Pay Tribute To Sir Garfield Sobers

Bermuda joined fellow Caribbean nations in paying tribute to one of the region’s greatest sporting icons when the Barbados Olympic Association held a memorial ceremony at the Athletes’ Village during the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, yesterday [July 29]. The ceremony coincided with the funeral... Read more of this article

Weather Forecast For Friday July 31

Friday, July 31 is expected to see variable cloudiness with a few showers around, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 24°C/76°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 84%. Sunrise will be at 6.32am and sunset will be at 8.17pm. High tide will be... Read more of this article

Nahki Wells Scores For Luton In Friendly

Bermuda forward Nahki Wells scored as Luton Town cruised to a 5-0 victory over Sky Bet League Two side Walsall in a behind-closed-doors pre-season friendly at The Brache yesterday [July 29]. Wells, introduced shortly after the hour mark with Luton leading 4-0, completed the scoring with a composed finish. Luton play in League One. Related Stories Huddersfield... Read more of this article

Norre Robinson Suffers Hamstring Injury

Bermuda sprinter Norre Robinson suffered a hamstring injury during the men’s 200 metres heats at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow yesterday [July 29]. Robinson pulled up in heat eight and was unable to finish the race. Jarita Vickers, the Bermuda team manager, told Bernews: “He started really well coming off the first turn. “However, exiting... Read more of this article