Archive for November, 2026
Weather Forecast For Saturday November 7
Saturday, November 7 is expected to be sunny, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F. according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be E. The relative humidity is expected to be near 73%. Sunrise will be at 6:42am and sunset will be at 5:24pm. High tide will be at 6:50am and 7:11pm, while low tide will... Read more of this article
Premier Announces Tax Reductions & Investments
Premier David Burt announced that the Government will be reducing payroll taxes and making additional $19.5 million investment in various areas including healthcare, housing, education, public safety and social development. Speaking the House of Assembly today [Nov 6] the Premier said, “The Government’s latest assessment projects total... Read more of this article
Thoughts Become Things Wins Gold Award
SJD World Ltd’s multimedia project, Thoughts Become Things, has been named a Gold Winner in the Cultural Celebration & Heritage Preservation category at the 6th Annual Anthem Awards. A spokesperson said, “SJD World Ltd announced today that its multimedia project Thoughts Become Things has been named a Gold Winner in Cultural Celebration &... Read more of this article
TROIKA Adds Two More ‘The Wiz’ Shows
Following an overwhelming response from the Bermuda community, TROIKA Bermuda announced the addition of two performances of its production of The Wiz on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. A spokesperson said, “The additional matinee and evening performances will provide another... Read more of this article
BEC Introduces New Educator Credentials
The Bermuda Educators Council [BEC], in partnership with the Inspire Institute for Math & Science, is launching two professional credentials for educators who support mathematics learning and those who lead it across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Beginning November 10, the programmes will connect professional learning with practice in classrooms... Read more of this article
Parliament: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The House of Assembly will be in session today [Nov 6] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include 2026/27 Mid-Year Review: Stronger Finances, Meaningful Relief, Greater Investment, 2025–2026 Annual Report of the Department of Financial Assistance, Bermuda’s Economic and Employment Drivers, Update on the Asphalt Plant... Read more of this article
Health Ministry Issues Cold And Flu Advisory
The Ministry of Health is urging residents to take precautions against respiratory illnesses as Bermuda enters the annual cold and flu season. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is reminding residents to take steps to protect themselves and their families as Bermuda enters the annual cold and flu season. “The Epidemiology and... Read more of this article
Chynna Trott Selected For Chevening Fellowship
Government House has announced Ms Chynna Trott as the successful candidate for the Chevening British Library’s Overseas Territories Fellowship. A spokesperson said, “Government House is delighted to announce Ms Chynna Trott as the successful candidate of the Chevening British Library’s Overseas Territories Fellowship. The one year fellowship will... Read more of this article
OBA’s Ben Smith On Education Authority
Opposition Leader and Shadow Education Minister Ben Smith has proposed 10 changes to the Independent Education Authority Bill to “ensure that the education reform actually establishes the independence, accountability and resources necessary for our children to succeed.” Mr. Smith said, “The One Bermuda Alliance supports the establishment... Read more of this article
Tariq Simons Earns First Professional Tennis Win
Tariq Simons has reflected on claiming his first professional victory after defeating American Mitchell Dobek in the opening round of the Bermuda World Tennis Open 2. The Bermudian wild-card entrant won 7-6, 7-6 on Wednesday [November 4] at the WER Joell Stadium in a match that was interrupted by rain the previous day. Play was suspended because of... Read more of this article
Employment Amendment Act Is Now In Effect
The Ministry of Economy and Labour advises the public that the Employment Amendment [No. 2] Act 2026 came into effect on 1 November 2026. A Government spokesperson said, “The Employment Act 2000 amendments strengthen the enforcement framework governing decisions by the Employment and Labour Relations Tribunal [Tribunal] by introducing measures... Read more of this article
Monetary Authority Warns Public About Scams
The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has warned the public about scammers impersonating the Authority to obtain banking details and threaten account freezes. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] has been made aware of outreaches to members of the public from an individual purporting to act on behalf of the BMA. That... Read more of this article
