The Department of Culture shared the results of this year’s Bermuda Day float competition. A spokesperson said, “This year’s Bermuda Day Parade saw more than 60 entries take to the streets of Hamilton, marking continued participation and enthusiasm for one of the island’s most treasured traditions. This year’s awards are as follows: Awards: Natural... Read more of this article
The Gombey troupes provided the traditional finale to the Bermuda Day Parade, entertaining large crowds along the route in the City of Hamilton. You can view all our coverage of Gombeys here, all of our coverage of Bermuda Day here, and thousands of photos spanning the past 15 years of Bermuda Day here on Bernews’ dedicated network website BDADay.com. For... Read more of this article
Thousands of spectators lined the streets of Hamilton for the annual Bermuda Day Parade, which showcased local creativity and tradition under the official Heritage Month theme, “For the Culture.” The procession featured a wide range of participants, including the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band, majorettes, dance groups, and more; and the parade concluded... Read more of this article
Police arrested a 21-year-old man after he failed to stop, attempted to abandon his bike and escape, but was stopped by officers, who saw him discard an item that was later found to be a knife. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:10 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026, Police Officers were on mobile patrol when they observed a motorcycle travelling... Read more of this article
[Updated with more photos] Gombey troupes, dance groups, majorettes and more made their way through the streets of Hamilton as thousands of people lined the streets for the always-popular Bermuda Day Heritage Parade. You can view over 150 parade images below, we will have an additional photo gallery later on, and you can view all our Bermuda Day coverage... Read more of this article
Thousands of people lined the streets for the always-popular Bermuda Day Heritage Parade which saw Gombey troupes, dance groups, majorettes and more make their way through the streets of Hamilton. The parade got underway in the afternoon, following the cycling and half-marathon races, which were held earlier in the day. We will have additional photo... Read more of this article
One man has been arrested and another man is being treated for injuries after a ‘disturbance inside the English Market on Front Street’ this afternoon, the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 5:00 PM on Friday, May 22, police responded to a report of a disturbance inside the English Market on Front Street. “Details... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Day parade is getting underway this afternoon [May 22] in Hamilton, with dozens of groups scheduled to take part in the always popular event, and you can tune in and watch live below. The parade order: Bernews live stream of the parade from a separate location which is strictly footage The government media live stream of the parade which... Read more of this article
[Updating] The 2026 Bermuda Day holiday is set to take place on Friday [May 22] and we will be bringing you live text, photo and video updates as able throughout the entire holiday, covering the adult and junior running and cycling races, the parade and all the holiday festivities. Bernews live stream of the parade which is strictly footage The government... Read more of this article
Over a thousand runners and cyclists hit the streets today to take part in the Bermuda day races, with Tyler Smith and Maddie Durkin winning the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby. You can view some images from the start of the race in Somerset, we will have additional photos later on and you can view all our ongoing live updates by clicking here and all... Read more of this article
Jackson Langley and Panzy Olander claimed the overall men’s and women’s titles respectively as cyclists competed in the 2026 Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race and SPMR Youth Classic during Bermuda Day celebrations. A spokesperson said, “Cyclists took to Bermuda’s roads early Friday morning as the 2026 Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race and SPMR Youth... Read more of this article
[Updated with full results] Tyler Smith and Maddie Durkin raced to victory in the 2026 Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby today [May 22] etching their names in the history book as winners of the island’s most iconic running race. Smith — who has represented Bermuda in the Olympics in the triathlon — claimed the overall title in a time... Read more of this article
[Bermuda Day message from King Charles III ] Dear Governor, As the people of Bermuda mark the occasion of Bermuda Day, my wife and I take this opportunity to extend our sincere congratulations to your Premier and to all those who call Bermuda their home. I would also like to offer my heartfelt gratitude for the wonderfully warm welcome I received across... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Day parade is getting underway this afternoon [May 22] in Hamilton, with dozens of groups scheduled to take part in the always popular event, and you can tune in and watch live below. The parade order: Bernews live stream of the parade from a separate location which is strictly footage The government media live stream of the parade which... Read more of this article
Over a thousand runners and cyclists hit the streets today to take part in the Bermuda day races, with Tyler Smith and Maddie Durkin winning the Bermuda Day Half Marathon Derby. You can view some images from the start of the race in Somerset, we will have additional photos later on and you can view all our ongoing live updates by clicking here and all... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Day races and parade are set to take place tomorrow [May 22], and Bermudians are getting ready, with people setting up their spots this evening. You can view all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here and view our ongoing live updates here. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day spanning the past 15... Read more of this article
Bermudian motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine received support from several islanders during the recent round two of the R&G Moto4 British Cup at Donington Park in Leicestershire. Divine crashed during the second practice session at Craner Curves, damaging his bike and forcing him to miss qualifying and the opening race. After his team rebuilt the bike,... Read more of this article
Jessica Lewis has claimed victory in the T53 100 metres at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Notwil, Switzerland, today [May 23]. She posted a personal best time of 15.22sec, finishing ahead of Swiss athlete Catherine Debrunner [15.22] and Turkey’s Hamide Dogangun [15.90]. Lewis, whose time shattered her previous Pan American record, was just... Read more of this article
Tyler Smith has reflected on his maiden win in the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby yesterday [May 22]. Smith, who competed in triathlon at the Olympic Games in Paris in 2024, stormed to victory, completing the 13.1-mile course in 1hr 10min 49sec. Ryan Outerbridge placed second in 1:15:06, with Lamont Marshall rounding out the top three in 1:15:42. “Breaking... Read more of this article
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, May 23rd. On Saturday the Independence of the Seas and the Norwegian Jewel cruise ships, the Brilliant Ace auto carrier and the Seapeak Oak container ship are expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive,... Read more of this article
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] of Lumen Re Ltd. [Lumen Re] [Bermuda]. The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Lumen Re’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strongest, as... Read more of this article
May 21 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,540.87, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 20 2026 Bermuda Stock... Read more of this article
The Department of Culture shared the results of this year’s Bermuda Day float competition. A spokesperson said, “This year’s Bermuda Day Parade saw more than 60 entries take to the streets of Hamilton, marking continued participation and enthusiasm for one of the island’s most treasured traditions. This year’s awards are as follows: Awards: Natural... Read more of this article
Hamilton was filled with spectators, performers and holiday spirit as the Bermuda Day Parade took place, featuring a wide range of participants celebrating Bermudian culture. You can view all our Bermuda Day coverage by clicking here and thousands of photos spanning the past 15 years of Bermuda Day here on Bernews’ dedicated network website BDADay.com. The... Read more of this article
The Gombey troupes provided the traditional finale to the Bermuda Day Parade, entertaining large crowds along the route in the City of Hamilton. You can view all our coverage of Gombeys here, all of our coverage of Bermuda Day here, and thousands of photos spanning the past 15 years of Bermuda Day here on Bernews’ dedicated network website BDADay.com. For... Read more of this article
Craig Carlson issued a statement on behalf of the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences addressing the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Program [BOPP]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences, a unit of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory at Arizona State University, is pleased to share the following statement from Craig Carlson,... Read more of this article
The Ministry has started testing a new machine — which uses a biodegradable foam to treat unwanted weeds and vegetation – as part of its ongoing work to maintain public spaces in a more environmentally responsible way. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has begun testing a new vegetation control... Read more of this article
NOAA is predicting a “below-normal” Atlantic hurricane season this year, with a 35% chance of a near-normal season, a 10% chance of an above-normal season, and a 55% chance of a below-normal season. A spokesperson said, “Forecasters with NOAA’s National Weather Service are predicting a below-normal hurricane season for the Atlantic basin... Read more of this article
Police arrested a 21-year-old man after he failed to stop, attempted to abandon his bike and escape, but was stopped by officers, who saw him discard an item that was later found to be a knife. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:10 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2026, Police Officers were on mobile patrol when they observed a motorcycle travelling... Read more of this article
One man has been arrested and another man is being treated for injuries after a ‘disturbance inside the English Market on Front Street’ this afternoon, the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 5:00 PM on Friday, May 22, police responded to a report of a disturbance inside the English Market on Front Street. “Details... Read more of this article
The police confirm that a firearm was discharged this evening [May 21] in Pembroke, and said that “at this time, no injuries have been reported.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:00 PM on Thursday, May 21, police were dispatched to Berkeley Road, Pembroke, following reports of suspected gunshots. “Officers arrived... Read more of this article
Walkers published a fintech white paper during the Consensus conference, featuring insights from Rachel Nightingale on how Bermuda is navigating the evolving digital asset landscape. A spokesperson said, “Walkers, the international legal and professional services firm, has published a fintech white paper in parallel with industry discussions at Consensus, exploring the... Read more of this article
A new locally built weather app — called Squalls — is now available, created Bermudian developer Adam Cooper. A spokesperson said, “A new weather app made for Bermuda, squalls.app, is now available free to residents and tourists who want an accurate forecast for conditions on the Island. “Built by Bermudian developer Adam Cooper, the service surfaces... Read more of this article
The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features a beautiful and botanical rendition of the outline shape of Bermuda. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram story. You can download both sizes below,... Read more of this article
The police are investigating a “suspicious boat fire” that occurred on March 30th. A police spokesperson said, “Bermuda Police Service [BPS] inquiries continue regarding a suspicious boat fire that occurred around 12:30am Monday, 30th March 2026. “Apparently, the vessel involved was docked in waters near Barr’s Bay Park, in the City... Read more of this article
The police have now confirmed the death of 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who died due to injuries sustained in a road collision late last month. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who was involved in a single vehicle collision shortly after 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, 30th April 2026, has... Read more of this article
One person was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before midnight on Monday, 18 May 2026, first responders were dispatched to the scene of a two vehicle collision involving a livery cycle and a motorcycle on Malabar Road in Sandys, near the junction with Kitchener Road. “Initial... Read more of this article
