Category: News
Bermuda Plans ‘Onchain National Economy’
Today at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, the Government of Bermuda announced their plans to “transform Bermuda into the world’s first fully onchain national economy with support from Circle and Coinbase.” A Government spokesperson said, “Circle and Coinbase intend to provide their digital asset infrastructure and enterprise... Read more of this article
Bermuda Chamber Comment On Q2 GDP
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement responding to the latest Q2 2025 GDP figures. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce welcomes the release of the Q2 2025 GDP figures by the Department of Statistics, presented by Minister Jason Hayward. Whilst we note the 1.2% year-over-year contraction in real GDP in the quarter,... Read more of this article
BPS Issue Advisory On Scams On WhatsApp
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they are “aware of various worldwide scams affecting WhatsApp users and is advising local residents to be wary.” A police spokesperson said, “These scams usually involve WhatsApp phone calls and messages sent from unknown or compromised WhatsApp contacts that focus on extracting money as well as... Read more of this article
Police Renew Witness Appeal After Collision
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is renewing the appeal for witnesses to a collision involving a police vehicle and a motorcycle that occurred around 12:30pm on Thursday [Jan 15] at the junction of Dundonald Street and Court Street, in the City of Hamilton. A police spokesperson said, “At last check, the injured male motorcyclist remained hospitalised. “There... Read more of this article
NAB Appoints New Members To BNSC
The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda [NAB] has appointed Aaron Smith, Dr. Glenn Faries, and Nadine Lapsley-Dyer to the Bermuda National Standards Committee [BNSC], the body that oversees NAB’s nonprofit certification and accreditation services. A spokesperson said, “Their appointments reinforce NAB’s commitment to transparency, accountability,... Read more of this article
Govt Reminds Public Of Electoral Town Halls
The Government is reminding the public that “several Electoral Reform Town Halls remain, offering residents continued opportunities to share their views on how the island’s voting system can be made easier, fairer, and more accessible.” Minister for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain said, “Public feedback has... Read more of this article
Michael Fahy On US, Visas, CARICOM & More
[Updated] “The question is whether full membership in a bloc whose members have just been collectively downgraded by our most important economic partner serves Bermuda’s best interests at this time,” Shadow Home Affairs Minister Michael Fahy said. Mr. Fahy said, “Last week, the United States Department of State released a list of countries... Read more of this article
Acting Major Jeffrey Patterson Earns PSEA
Acting Major Jeffrey Patterson of the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard Unit earned the Public Service Excellence Award [PSEA] for December. A Government spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda is pleased to announce Acting Major Jeffrey Patterson of the Royal Bermuda Regiment Coast Guard Unit as the December recipient of the Public Service... Read more of this article
Open Mat Team Claims Three Medals
Open Mat Bermuda claimed three medals at the Grappling Industries Toronto BJJ GI & No-GI Round-Robin Tournament at the weekend. Thea Dyer, a yellow belt in the 105-pound division, captured silver in the Gi category. Ashley Dyer, a blue belt in the 155-pound adult women’s division, won silver in Gi and bronze in No-Gi, while Ryan Hopkins, a... Read more of this article
Column: MP King On Border Security & More
[Opinion column written by Opposition Leader and Shadow National Security Minister Robert King] Every gunshot ringing across our island is an alarm bell that we are not doing enough to protect the people of Bermuda, and we are not doing enough to support those who are tasked with keeping our community safe. The murder rate on this island is double that... Read more of this article
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend saw the three-day Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge running event held, and various other community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: ‘Always Learning’ MLK Day Event On Jan 19 Bulk Carrier Diverts Due To Sick Crew Member Joell-Deshields Faces Contempt Charge In UK BCA... Read more of this article
“Guide The Whales Into Deeper Water”
[Updated] After a tug boat reported seeing three whales near King’s Wharf in Dockyard, the Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre coordinated with environmental authorities to try to “guide the whales into deeper water.” A Bermuda Maritime Operations Centre spokesperson said, “Thursday 15th January 2026, 10:45am – The Marine & Ports... Read more of this article
