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Senate: Audio & Order Of Business
[Updated with audio] The Senate is scheduled to be in session today [July 23], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Human Rights Commission – 2024 Annual Report and the Advancing a Fair and Sustainable Minimum Wage for Bermuda. Update: Live broadcast has concluded, and the audio of the morning session is below The Order of Business... Read more of this article
Mia Fishel Plays For Seattle In Friendly
Footballer Mia Fishel played in Seattle Reign’s 2-1 win at home to Japanese club Urawa Red Diamonds at Lumen Field in a pre-season friendly yesterday [July 22]. Sofia Huerta opened the scoring for Seattle in the 27th minute, only for Takatsuka Ena to equalise for Urawa ten minutes later. Seattle regained the lead from the penalty spot in the 53rd... Read more of this article
OBA’s Dion Smith On AI, Identity Rights & More
“The rise of AI-powered technologies introduces both opportunities for innovation and new vulnerabilities especially as it becomes easier than ever to copy a person’s face, voice, or body using artificial intelligence,” OBA candidate Dion Smith said. Mr Smith said, “Denmark has just made history by passing a groundbreaking law: it... Read more of this article
Column: DeGrilla On PALS, Support & More
[Column written by Colleen English DeGrilla] Walking into the office of P.A.L.S. is like a hug. For many cancer patients in Bermuda, it’s the warm embrace they need – not just at the end of life but from the very beginning of their diagnosis. For more than four decades, P.A.L.S. has been known for its compassionate end-of-life care. But... Read more of this article
Darren Glasford Retires After 38 Years
After 38 years of service, Chief Inspector Darren “Shakee” Glasford has retired from the Bermuda Police Service. A spokesperson said, “After 38 years of committed service to Bermuda, Darren “Shakee” Glasford, has officially retired as Chief Inspector with the Bermuda Police Service. On Friday, July 18th, colleagues and family gathered... Read more of this article
Living Reefs Foundation Coral Pilot Project
[Updated with photos] The Living Reefs Foundation [LRF] is pursuing a pilot project to use locally grown and rescue corals as a nature-based solution to enhance the protection Bermuda’s coral reefs offer during storm surges and hurricanes. A spokesperson said, “Funded by Darwin Plus Local funds, and with the support of the Department for Environment... Read more of this article
Golf: Augustus Competes At Marrakech Masters
Bermudian golfer Daniel Augustus opened his Clutch Tour Marrakech Masters campaign with a 2-over-par 74 at the South Staffs Golf Course, finishing the first round tied for 96th. Augustus recorded three birdies and 10 pars in his opening round, showing moments of strong play, though five bogies limited his overall score. The projected cut line is currently... Read more of this article
Family Centre’s Cup Match Tag Day Campaign
Family Centre have launched their Cup Match Tag Day campaign, giving people the opportunity to sport their team colors while also supporting a good cause. A spokesperson said, “Family Centre and title sponsor Clarien Bank officially kicked off their 25th Annual Cup Match Tag Day Campaign on July 1. This is Family Centre’s major community... Read more of this article
OBMI Appoint Piers Kermode & Vanessa Bean
OBMI Bermuda has appointed Piers Kermode and Vanessa Bean as Managing Directors. A spokesperson said, “As a leading architecture, interior, and landscape design firm, OBMI’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that every destination holds its own innate poetry, a sense of place that, when thoughtfully interpreted, can inspire extraordinary experiences. “From... Read more of this article
Aspida Re Completes Reinsurance Deal In Japan
Aspida Life Re Ltd, a Bermuda-based life and annuity reinsurance company, announced the execution of its second reinsurance transaction in Japan, effective June 1, 2025. A spokesperson said, “This milestone marks a significant step in Aspida Re’s ongoing strategy to expand its global footprint and deliver innovative reinsurance solutions to... Read more of this article
Photos: RBR And TCI Regiment Joint Training
Troops from the Royal Bermuda Regiment and the Turks and Caicos Islands Regiment completed two weeks of foundational training. A spokesperson said, “The cohort closed out the RBR’s second recruit camp this year on Friday, after two weeks of instruction that included lessons in weapon handling, drill and first aid. “Marines from the TCI... Read more of this article
Tennis: Bermuda U-12 Girls Defeat Puerto Rico
Bermuda’s under-12 girls’ tennis team opened their campaign at the 2025 ITF/COTECC Sub Region 3 tournament with a dominant 3-0 win over Puerto Rico. The team, led by captain Steve Bean and comprising players Chloe McBrearty, Lee Terciera, and Arianna Parra Delgado, delivered a strong showing in all three matches. Terciera gave Bermuda an early advantage... Read more of this article
