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Fidelis Announces Bermuda Office Promotions

The Fidelis Partnership has announced a series of senior promotions and appointments within its Bermuda Treaty team, strengthening leadership to support continued growth and success. A spokesperson said, “The Fidelis Partnership [“TFP”] is pleased to announce a number of senior promotions to support the continued growth and success of its... Read more of this article

Daniel Phillips Leads Tulane To Invitational Win

Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips helped Tulane University secure its second consecutive victory at the Blue Gray Invitational. Tulane defeated Rice 2-1, with Phillips contributing to both wins. In doubles play, Phillips and his partner Alec Gaudin defeated Rafael Botran and Gabriel Porras 8-3, earning the doubles point for Tulane. Phillips then... Read more of this article

CariGenetics Marks Third Anniversary

CariGenetics — founded in 2022 by Dr Carika Weldon – is celebrating its third anniversary, with Dr Weldon saying “we are showing the world that Caribbean science matters.” A spokesperson said, “CariGenetics, the sole genomic research company dedicated exclusively to people of Caribbean ancestry, proudly celebrates its third... Read more of this article

CG Offer Return Of Premium Life Insurance

CG announced the launch Return of Premium life insurance, a new plan that they said “provides reliable protection for your loved ones, with the added benefit of cash back if you outlive the policy term.” A spokesperson said, “It’s for people who want protection with upside: if the unexpected happens, your loved ones are protected;... Read more of this article

Football: Dandy Town & North Village Rams Win

The Dudley Eve Trophy Group A tournament at the Devonshire Recreation Club featured two matches, with Dandy Town Hornets and North Village Rams each earning a victory. Dandy Town Hornets 2, Paget Lions 1 Dandy Town Hornets defeated Paget Lions 2-1 in the first match. The Hornets took a 2-0 lead by halftime with goals from Yeferson Ramirez in the 14th... Read more of this article

Hamilton & Tucker End NORCECA Tour With Win

Bermuda’s Kyle Hamilton and Sean Tucker concluded their 2025 NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour season with a victory in San Salvador, El Salvador. Competing at the Flor Blanca Beach Sports Stadium, the Bermudian pair defeated Fredy Ronaldo Luna Vivas and Robin Jean Carlos Oliva Véliz of Guyana in straight sets, 21-19, 21-17. The match lasted 36 minutes... Read more of this article

Open Water Bermuda National Championships

The Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association has launched its 2025/26 season with the Open Water Bermuda National Championships. The event at Clearwater Beach saw swimmers compete for national titles across various age groups and distances. In the 5K race, Craig Munden was the male champion, finishing with a time of 1:10:25. Jorgia White secured the female... Read more of this article

Cycling: VT Construction Criterium Results

The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s VT Construction Criterium at the Southside Moto Sports Park featured several close finishes across various divisions. In the A Division, Matt Boys was declared the winner, recording a time of 28:19, the same as second-place finisher Dylan Eiselt. The B Division also saw a tie for the top spot, with Darren Glasford... Read more of this article

Ministry: 2 Bus Runs Cancelled On Monday

The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon [Sept 15] with the list indicating that there are two bus runs cancelled so far today. Related Stories Ministry: 4 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry: 2 Bus Runs Cancelled On Tuesday Ministry: 3 Bus Runs Cancelled On Wednesday Ministry: 3 Bus Runs Cancelled On Thursday Ministry:... Read more of this article

Reinsurers Incur $1.1 Trillion In Claims Costs

Bermuda commercial [re]insurers incurred US$1.1 trillion in gross claims costs to policyholders and cedants globally during the nine-year period from 2016 to 2024. A BMA spokesperson said, “These costs covered large catastrophes, property and casualty losses, as well as life insurance claims for policyholders’ dividends, surrenders, maturities,... Read more of this article

National Violence Reduction Strategy Update

“I rise today to update this Honourable House on the National Violence Reduction Strategy,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said in the House of Assembly. “The National Violence Reduction Strategy is not a slogan,” the Minister said. “It is a movement to heal our communities, strengthen families, and give young... Read more of this article

Premier David Burt On Governor’s Council

“In the wake of the horrific shooting just one city block from this Chamber, I requested that the Governor convene a meeting of the Council,” Premier David Burt said in the House of Assembly. The Premier said, “Bermuda’s Constitution makes the UK’s appointed representative, the Governor, responsible for internal security. This fact... Read more of this article