The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has introduced a pilot hearing support program to provide support towards the cost of hearing assessments and hearing devices for adults in financial need who are uninsured or underinsured.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29], Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors... Read more of this article
Minister Diallo Rabain announced the launch of the “Grow Local” initiative, an online facilitation tool designed to connect private landowners with farmers, with an aim to increase the island’s local food production. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29] the Minister said, “I rise today to highlight the launch of the... Read more of this article
The initial phase of the Affordable Housing Programme will deliver 229 residential units, Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29] the Minister said, ”I rise today to provide this Honourable House with a timely update on this Government’s resolute commitment to addressing one... Read more of this article
“I rise to introduce the Annual Report of the Registry General for the year ended December 31, 2025,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly today [May 29] The Minister said, “The Report, which deals primarily with the vital statistics pertaining to the Island’s residential population, indicates... Read more of this article
“The same approach that helped make Bermuda a global leader in insurance and reinsurance is now being applied to digital finance,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly today [May 29]. The Premier said, “Cabinet has approved policy proposals to advance Bermuda’s digital finance legislative framework.... Read more of this article
[Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [May 29] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include Pension [Increase] Amendment Act 2026, Advancing Digital Finance in Bermuda, Update on Government Housing Initiatives, Annual Report of the Registry General 2025, Pilot Hearing Support Program, Advancing Disability... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Health is “reminding residents across Bermuda to take simple but important steps to reduce rodent activity and prevent mosquito breeding.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is reminding residents across Bermuda to take simple but important steps to reduce rodent activity and prevent mosquito breeding... Read more of this article
The ‘Spirit of Bermuda’ will take part in this year’s Newport to Bermuda race, with the 635-nautical mile race set to take place next month. A statement from the Newport Race organisers said, “A legendary race deserves a legendary boat. “In 2026, the Newport Bermuda Race will celebrate its 120th anniversary, along with... Read more of this article
The Ministry of Home Affairs advised that “further cost of living relief has been introduced through an expansion of the Essential Commodities Regulations.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs is pleased to advise the public that further cost of living relief has been introduced through an expansion of the... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by MP Neville Tyrrell] The One Bermuda Alliance’s latest comments on health insurance costs are either another example of them saying what they think our people want to hear, or a truly remarkable ideological conversion. For years, Bermudians have struggled with rising insurance premiums, medical bills, and the growing cost... Read more of this article
The public consultation on Bermuda becoming a full member of CARICOM will end on Sunday, May 31st, and the government has reminded people to please submit feedback by that date. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, issued the following statement ahead of the close of the public... Read more of this article
Harbour Nights returned to Front Street yesterday [May 27], marking its second event of the year, and featured local artisans, crafters, refreshments, entertainment, and a Gombey performance as part of the ongoing summer series running through September 16. A spokesperson previously said, “Running every Wednesday evening through 16 September 2026,... Read more of this article
Rosewood Bermuda announced the promotion of Bermudian Esan Frederick to Resort Manager, where he “will oversee all operational departments, with expanded responsibility for day-to-day performance.” A spokesperson said, “Esan Frederick is promoted to the position of Resort Manager. Having dedicated 14 years to the property, Esan’s journey... Read more of this article
The Department of Sport and Recreation said they are “aware that some parents experienced confusion regarding Summer Camp placement notifications issued through the registration portal.” A Government spokesperson said, “A review conducted with the Department, Digital Transformation Team, and stakeholders confirmed that the lottery... Read more of this article
The Bank of Butterfield has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 91.7% interest in CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited [“Butterfield”] [NYSE: NTB | BSX: NTB.BH] has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire CIBC’s 91.7% interest in CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited [“CIBC... Read more of this article
Harbour Nights returned to Front Street yesterday [May 27], marking its second event of the year, and featured local artisans, crafters, refreshments, entertainment, and a Gombey performance as part of the ongoing summer series running through September 16. A spokesperson previously said, “Running every Wednesday evening through 16 September 2026,... Read more of this article
Footballers Andrew Armstrong and Xahvi DeRoza featured as FC Motown defeated Staten Island ASC Pre-Professional 3-1 in the USL League Two at Wagner College. Armstrong scored in the ninth minute to double FC Motown’s lead after the visiting side had opened the scoring three minutes earlier. He was substituted at half-time. Staten Island pulled a goal... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] held a press conference this afternoon [May 25] to discuss police-related matters that took place during the Bermuda Day holiday weekend. Acting Deputy Commissioner, Antoine Daniels said, “The Bermuda Police Service would like to provide an update on policing activity over the Bermuda Day holiday weekend. “Firstly,... Read more of this article
The ‘Spirit of Bermuda’ will take part in this year’s Newport to Bermuda race, with the 635-nautical mile race set to take place next month. A statement from the Newport Race organisers said, “A legendary race deserves a legendary boat. “In 2026, the Newport Bermuda Race will celebrate its 120th anniversary, along with... Read more of this article
Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron competed in four races at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, securing one second-place finish, one fourth-place finish, and two finishes outside the top five. Waldron opened the evening in Race 2, competing in the Trot Class. Driving Ima Mess, he finished fourth with a time of 1:58.1. In Race 6,... Read more of this article
Netball Bermuda began its Summer League season with four matches split between the Coed and Women’s Divisions. In the Coed Division, the Storm Chasers defeated the Allshores Ballers 28-17. Antione Williams scored 17 goals for the Storm Chasers and was named Attacker of the Match. Inshan-Nae Smith scored seven goals and Selah Tuzo scored four for the... Read more of this article
Convex Group Limited has received in principle approval to launch Lloyd’s Syndicate 1987, which is planned to commence underwriting on 1st July 2026, subject to appropriate regulatory approvals. A spokesperson said, “With capacity to support the approved business plan provided by Convex, Syndicate 1987 will focus exclusively on long-tail specialty... Read more of this article
May 28 saw 4,212 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $100,908.00 BD. 4,212 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 0.8% at $24.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,540.87, up 0.06% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda... Read more of this article
Carey Olsen Bermuda acted as joint lead counsel on the Bank of Butterfield’s US$1.8 billion acquisition of CIBC’s 91.7% stake in Caribbean Bank Limited. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen in Bermuda has acted as joint lead counsel to The Bank of N.T Butterfield & Son Limited [Butterfield] on its landmark US$1.8 billion acquisition of CIBC’s... Read more of this article
Jumuiya Ya Afrika proudly celebrated Africa Day with a cultural gathering at John Smith’s Bay, continuing a growing tradition that honours African heritage, unity and cultural exchange in Bermuda. This year’s celebrations were especially significant as the organisation also marked its first participation in the Bermuda Day Heritage Parade with a... Read more of this article
The 20th annual Famous for 15 Minutes Playwriting Festival will showcase six original plays across nine performances in June, with tickets now available for the long-running theatrical event. A spokesperson said, “Tickets for the 20th Annual Famous for 15 Minutes Playwriting Festival production are now on sale. “The chosen plays to be performed... Read more of this article
The Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda [NAB] will host a public screening of the groundbreaking documentary Uncharitable on Thursday, June 4 at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI], inviting the community to take part in an important conversation about the future and sustainability of the nonprofit sector. A spokesperson said, “Based... Read more of this article
Minister Diallo Rabain announced the launch of the “Grow Local” initiative, an online facilitation tool designed to connect private landowners with farmers, with an aim to increase the island’s local food production. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29] the Minister said, “I rise today to highlight the launch of the... Read more of this article
The Garden Club of Bermuda donated $48,500 to six local organizations supporting environmental conservation, sustainability, education, and community wellbeing initiatives across Bermuda; the Bermuda National Trust [BNT], Focus Counselling, Warwick Academy, BEST, BioQuest, and Waterstart. A spokesperson said, “One of the core values of The Garden... 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
Six people were arrested for knife possession over the Bermuda Day holiday weekend, and the police warned that the number of people carrying bladed articles in public remains a “serious and growing concern.” Speaking at a press conference on policing over the holiday weekend, Acting Deputy Commissioner, Antoine Daniels said: “I want to address... Read more of this article
A male was injured in a shooting last night in Prospect, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, police received reports of gunshots at Cedar Park, Prospect. “Officers and Emergency Medical Services were immediately dispatched to that location “Initial investigations... Read more of this article
56-year-old Greg Lindberg of Tampa, Florida, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison in the United States in connection with a fraud conspiracy that the U.S. Department of Justice said involved companies he controlled in North Carolina, Bermuda, Malta and elsewhere. A statement from the US Department of Justice said, “Greg Lindberg, 56, of Tampa,... Read more of this article
PadsPass CEO Lauren Anders Brown will speak at Caribbean Week in New York 2026 on how its platform is streamlining international pet travel compliance across key global routes. A spokesperson said, “PadsPass, the digital pet platform that takes the stress out of international pet travel compliance, today announced that CEO and Co-Founder Lauren Anders Brown will... Read more of this article
“The same approach that helped make Bermuda a global leader in insurance and reinsurance is now being applied to digital finance,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly today [May 29]. The Premier said, “Cabinet has approved policy proposals to advance Bermuda’s digital finance legislative framework. These proposals... Read more of this article
Kimber Labs Inc, the builder of Plume, the Open Finance platform for institutional assets, announced that its Bermuda subsidiary, Kimber Digital Assets Bermuda ISAC Ltd. [KDAB], has been granted a Class M Digital Asset Business Licence by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] under the Digital Asset Business Act 2018. A spokesperson said, “KDAB will be the first regulated... Read more of this article
[Column written by Gilbert Darrell] Another Bermudian has tragically lost his life on our roads. He was a friend of mine, someone I had the greatest respect for, someone who was genuinely a shining light within our community. His passing is heartbreaking, and unfortunately, it is also part of a growing pattern that Bermuda can no longer afford to normalise. We... Read more of this article
One woman was injured and another woman was arrested following a collision early this morning [May 24] in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “At approximately 3:35am, Sunday, May 24, 2026, Police as well as Emergency Medical Services [EMS] were dispatched to a reported two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motor car and motorbike on Middle... 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
