Category: News
Minimum Wage Increase Effective September
The Ministry of Economy and Labour reminded the public and the business community that Bermuda’s minimum wage will increase from $16.40 to $17.13 per hour effective September 1, 2025. A Government spokesperson said, “This increase, approved on the recommendation of the Wage Commission, represents a significant step forward for Bermuda’s workers.... Read more of this article
Two Arrested In Connection With Murders
Two suspects — aged 21 and 16 – have been arrested in connection with the murders of 23-year-old Natrae Eversley and 18-year-old Nakia Robinson, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can confirm that two suspects have been arrested in connection with the murders of 23-year-old Natrae... Read more of this article
Strongest Construction Quarter Since 2019
The “estimated value of work put in place during the first quarter reached $66.8 million, the highest quarterly value of construction since Q1 2019,” the government said today. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to report that Bermuda’s construction sector continues its strong rebound,... Read more of this article
Video: CARIFESTA XV Country Night Bermuda
[Updated] This weekend, as part of CARIFESTA XV in Barbados, the “Country Night – Bermuda” event was held, showcasing a vibrant celebration of island music, dance, and cultural artistry. A spokesperson previously said, “Bermuda is set to make a vibrant mark at the Caribbean’s premier arts and culture festival, CARIFESTA XV, taking... Read more of this article
BCHC Installs Second 3D Mammography Machine
Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC] has installed a second state-of-the-art GE Senographe Pristina 3D mammography machine. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre [BCHC], an independent nonprofit medical facility, is proud to announce the installation of a second state-of-the-art GE Senographe Pristina 3D mammography machine.... Read more of this article
Column: Musson On Work, Progress & More
[Column written by Iesha Musson] When headlines and social media are dominated by negativity and instigating division for “likes” and to grab your attention, it can be easy to miss the quiet, steady progress being made. We know that we aren’t where we need to be as a people. Too many are still struggling to survive despite an economy heading... Read more of this article
Column: Seymour On Potential, Limits & More
[Column written by John Seymour] Bermuda’s Black man is still here, still capable, still brilliant The story of the Black man in Bermuda is one marked by endurance, pride, and contribution, but increasingly, it is also one of decline, despair, and erasure. We stand on the shoulders of ancestors who survived slavery, fought for civil rights, built... Read more of this article
BPSU Endorses PSI Equality Declaration
The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] announced its recent endorsement of the Public Services International [PSI] Declaration of Trade Union Organizations Free from Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. A spokesperson said, “This milestone reaffirms the BPSU’s unwavering commitment to building inclusive workplaces and... Read more of this article
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend saw the CPA Bermuda Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway, the Bermuda Community Outreach Foundation Back-to-School Giveaway, the Junior PanAm Games conclude and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Male Dies After Collision In Smith’s Parish Marine &... Read more of this article
Male Dies After Collision In Smith’s Parish
[Updated] A collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar occurred near the junction of Harrington Hundreds Road and Knapton Hill this evening [Aug 24]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorcar near the junction of Harrington Hundreds Road and Knapton Hill. “As a... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: BCOF Back-To-School Giveaway
The Bermuda Community Outreach Foundation [BCOF] held its second annual Back-to-School Giveaway this weekend at Death Valley Playground in Southampton. Related Stories Photos & Video: PLP C29 Back To School Party Photos: CPA Back-To-School Backpack Giveaway Photos: Bermuda’s... Read more of this article
Marine & Ports Welcome Two Maritime Trainees
The Department of Marine and Ports Services welcomed two new maritime trainees: Dylan Ward, who will begin training to become a Branch Pilot and Ibrahim Douch, who will train to become a Maritime Controller with the Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre [BMOC]. A Government spokesperson said, “Both positions are critical to ensuring Bermuda’s maritime... Read more of this article
