Category: News
Virtual Career Session For Graduates On Sept 3
The Department of Workforce Development [DWD] “encourages recent college and university graduates who are currently unemployed to take advantage of a new opportunity designed to help them transition from higher education into meaningful careers.” A Government spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., the Department... Read more of this article
Van & Pedestrian Collision On Front Street
A pedestrian was injured after being struck by van on Front Street this morning [Aug 27]. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, 27th August 2025, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious collision involving a pedestrian and a light van on Front Street between King Street and Court Street. “Early... Read more of this article
Sompo To Acquire Aspen For $3.5 Billion
A wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. has entered into an agreement pursuant to acquire Aspen Insurance Holdings for approximately $3.5 billion. A spokesperson said, “Sompo Holdings, Inc. announced today that a wholly owned subsidiary of Sompo International Holdings Ltd. [“SIH”], has entered into a definitive merger... Read more of this article
Column: Smith On Environment, Climate & More
[Opinion column written by Kim Smith] When you look out of your window in Bermuda, the view may seem calm and beautiful. However, that beauty is in danger — from climate change, overdevelopment, plastic pollution, and weakened environmental protections. It’s easy to think that environmental issues are happening “somewhere else.” But the reality... Read more of this article
Column: Ben Smith On Sports, Coaching & More
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Ben Smith] Young Black males in Bermuda are in crisis. There is simply no other way to put it and it’s way past time we take our heads out of the sand and face the truth. Gun violence is not a distant problem. Even if you have not had to identify your son’s gun riddled body or break down when your child is lowered... Read more of this article
Video: August 27th Bernews Morning Newsflash
Two teens arrested in separate incidents, Supreme Court dismisses collision appeal, Norwegian Aqua makes inaugural call, Bermuda Post Office suspends some US mail shipments, Somersfield opens 2026 scholarship applications, nine students selected for ASU BIOS internships, three schools receive FIDE accreditation and Wallpaper Wednesday features Swirling... Read more of this article
Post Office Suspends Some US Mail Shipments
The Bermuda Post Office has temporarily suspended “mail shipments to the United States containing goods now subject to U.S. Customs Import Duty.” A Government spokesperson said, “Effective Friday, August 29, 2025, the Bermuda Post Office joins countries including the UK, Canada, India, France, Spain, and those from the Caribbean in... Read more of this article
Norwegian Aqua Makes Inaugural Call
The Government welcomed Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest flagship, Norwegian Aqua, on her inaugural call to the island. A spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to welcome Norwegian Cruise Line’s [NCL] newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, on her inaugural call to the island. Norwegian Aqua, launched in March 2025, is the first... Read more of this article
Three Schools Receive FIDE Accreditation
Purvis Primary, Francis Patton Primary, and Warwick Academy have been officially accredited as Chess Schools by the World Chess Federation [FIDE], marking a first for Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Throughout 2025, the Bermuda Chess Association [BCA], in partnership with the Department of Education and local Bermuda schools, has been actively working... Read more of this article
Two Teens Arrested In Separate Incidents
Police arrested two teenagers in separate incidents which both involved the police pursuing the suspects, with a 17-year-old female arrested for offenses including disqualified driving and failing to stop for police, while a 17-year-old male was arrested for possession of a bladed article, driving while disqualified by reason of age, and dangerous... Read more of this article
OBA’s De Couto On Tax, CIT, Pension & More
“Now is a good time to look ahead at key developments for our country’s finances, before Parliament reconvenes in September,” OBA MP Dr Douglas De Couto said. Dr De Couto — the Shadow Finance Minister — said, “Now is a good time to look ahead at key developments for our country’s finances, before Parliament reconvenes... Read more of this article
Somersfield Opens 2026 Scholarship Applications
Somersfield Academy has announced that applications are now open for its 2026–27 Equity & Merit Scholarships. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy is proud to announce that applications are now open for its 2026–27 Equity & Merit Scholarships, which recognise and support exceptional Bermudian students with academic excellence, leadership... Read more of this article
