Archive for July, 2026

Photo Set #2: Kes The Band Cup Match Ignite

Island Festival Promotions hosted Cup Match Ignite at the National Stadium last night [July 29], with Kes The Band headlining an evening of musical entertainment as part of the lead-up to the Cup Match festivities. You can view our first set of photos by clicking here, and a second set of images and a video below. For... Read more of this article

Elijah Daley Breaks National Record Twice

Bermuda swimmer Elijah Daley set a new national record in the men’s 200 metres butterfly final at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, yesterday [July 29]. Daley finished seventh in 2min 01.00sec. He also broke his previous national record in the heats earlier in the day, placing fourth in his heat in... Read more of this article

Okera Bascome Scores 21 Runs In Win

Bermuda cricketer Okera Bascome helped Coventry & North Warwickshire First XI to a three-wicket victory over Rugby First XI in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division on Saturday [July 25]. Batting first, Rugby were bowled out for 115 in 34.2 overs, with wicketkeeper Bascome taking three catches. In reply, Coventry & North... Read more of this article

Photos: 2026 Cup Match Classic Gets Underway

The 2026 Cup Match Classic is officially underway, with people gathering at Somerset Cricket Club [SCC] today [July 30] to enjoy the event. 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 of all aspects of Cup Match... Read more of this article

Tiara DeRosa Chasing National Record

Discus thrower Tiara DeRosa hopes to break her national record when she competes at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow today [July 30]. The 28-year-old warmed up for the Games by breaking her previous national record after finishing third at the Throw Town Ramona meeting, part of the Oklahoma Throws Series, with a throw of 51.10 metres. Her previous... Read more of this article

BFA Pays Tribute To Granville Nusum

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] expressed its condolences following the passing of BFA Legend Granville “Sam”, “The Cat” Nusum. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] wishes to express its deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the families, teammates, and friends on the recent passing... Read more of this article

Photo Set #1: Kes The Band Cup Match Ignite

Island Festival Promotions hosted the Cup Match Ignite at the National Stadium last night [July 29], with Kes The Band headlining an evening of musical entertainment as part of the lead up to the Cup Match festivities. You can view our first set of photos from the event below and we will have a video and an additional photo gallery later on. For... Read more of this article

Government Unveils Energy Policy Update

The Ministry of Home Affairs has finalised the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026, which “sets the Government’s direction for Bermuda’s electricity sector through to 2045.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs has finalised the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026. “The finalised NESP which... Read more of this article

Wayne Wonder Concert Postponed To Saturday

Organisers have postponed the Wayne Wonder Live concert at Snorkel Park Beach from Wednesday [July 29] to Saturday [August 1], with the reggae star now set to headline the rescheduled Cup Match holiday event. The organizers said that due to the weather forecast for tonight, Wayne Wonder Live has been moved to Saturday, noting that it is “same... Read more of this article

RenaissanceRe Announces $0.41 Dividend

RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.41 per share and renewed its share repurchase program with a total authorization of up to $750 million. A spokesperson said, “The Board of Directors of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced today a quarterly dividend of $0.41 per common share on its common shares. The dividend is... Read more of this article

Cup Match Start Will Be Delayed

The organizers have confirmed that due to some issues created by the “deluge of torrential rain and winds in recent days,” the start of Cup Match will be delayed, and that “gates will open at 6am and with hopes of no further delays, the first ball will be bowled at 1pm.” A spokesperson said, “This communication serves as... Read more of this article

Arch Capital Reports 2026 2nd Quarter Results

Arch Capital Group Ltd. announced its 2026 second quarter results, saying “we delivered a strong quarter, driven by solid underwriting performance across our three segments, reflecting the continued strength of our diversified platform and disciplined execution across the enterprise.” A spokesperson said, “Arch Capital Group Ltd. announces its... Read more of this article