The 635 nautical mile Newport Bermuda Race was completed at exceptional speed by Black Jack 100, which arrived first in Bermuda in 1 day, 11 hours, 26 minutes and 46 seconds. A spokesperson said, “Line Honors are secured! After an incredible offshore sprint, Black Jack 100 crossed the finish line off St. David’s in 1 day, 11 hours, 26 minutes,... Read more of this article
Bermudian athlete Yushae Desilva Andrade made an outstanding showing at the Birmingham 2026 World Boccia Challenger held in Alabama, winning the gold medal in the BC1 women’s division. In the Women’s BC1 Pool A competition, Andrade recorded a 4-4 tie against Sohyeon Park of South Korea and also defeated Yi-Ting Tsai of Chinese Taipei to... Read more of this article
News that Khano Smith, Clyde Best, and Glenn Jones attended a screening celebrating Clyde Best’s trailblazing career; that the DCI King’s Visit Team earned the Public Service Excellence Award for exceptional event delivery; and that 51 student-athletes were honoured at the Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards ceremony were among the positive news stories... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has renewed its appeal for information into the 2016 murder of Fiqre Crockwell, urging members of the public to come forward as the investigation remains active ten years on. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] are renewing their appeal for information in relation to the murder of Fiqre... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society and Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo held an Open House today [June 20], celebrating BAMZ’s 100th anniversary and the BZS’s 50 years of supporting the institution. A spokesperson previously said, “The Open House is part of the broader Aquarium 100 Campaign, a public-private initiative to build on the legacy of... Read more of this article
Bermuda Hospitals Board announced the appointment of Craig Bridgewater as the organisation’s interim chief financial officer, saying that he ”will oversee all fiscal responsibilities of BHB and support the continued stability of the organisation’s financial operations.” Acting CEO Judy Richardson said, “We are pleased to welcome... Read more of this article
The Move More Bermuda Games 2026 were held at the Flora Duffy Stadium last night, bringing together participants aged 50 and over for a fun evening of track and field events, friendly competition and community activities. A Government spokesperson previously said, “Participants can compete in a range of track and field events, including the 50m and... Read more of this article
Bermudian excellence was on full display at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, where Khano Smith, Clyde Best and Glenn Jones attended a special screening of The Clyde Best Story, a film celebrating Mr Best’s barrier breaking career. The trio of highly accomplished Bermudians are uniquely connected by their careers, as Clyde Best is a barrier-breaking... Read more of this article
One person was transported to hospital “with head and facial injuries as well as abrasions about the body” following a collision in Smith’s, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a serious single vehicle road traffic collision... Read more of this article
One person was injured in a two-vehicle collision occurred in Hamilton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 9:30pm on Friday, June 19, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported road traffic collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish, near the junction with Coney Island Road. “The collision... Read more of this article
The Bermuda launch of two new additions to the Marley Fragrance collection: Lively Up Yourself and Keep On Moving, was held at Brown & Co. A spokesperson said, “Marley Fragrance proudly announces the launch of two new additions to its fragrance collection: Lively Up Yourself, a radiant feminine scent, and Keep On Moving, a fresh, grounding... Read more of this article
Dr George Bertram McPhee, a physician whose life and career has spanned medicine, military service, golf, the arts and community leadership, is celebrating his 100th birthday. Born on June 19, 1926, Dr McPhee is known for his infectious sense of humour and practised general medicine and surgery for more than 60 years, including time at a clinic in Freeport,... Read more of this article
A special Joint Session of the Legislature will be held on June 23 to honour the late Sir John Swan. A Government spokesperson said, “The public is advised that on Tuesday June 23, a Special Joint Session of the Legislature will be convened by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association [CPA] Bermuda Branch in tribute to the Sir John W.D. Swan. “The... Read more of this article
Terryn Fray, the Bermuda captain, says his side are relishing the chance to compete on home soil as they target progression from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub Regional Americas Qualifier. The tournament will be held at the National Sports Centre, North Field, from Sunday [June 21] until next Saturday, with Bermuda set to face Brazil, the Bahamas,... Read more of this article
More than 150 boats are taking part in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, which gets underway today [June 19], with competitors embarking on the 636-mile journey from Newport, Rhode Island, to Bermuda. You can tune in and watch live below, and view all Bernews coverage of the Newport Bermuda Race by clicking here. Related Stories Video: 2024 Newport... Read more of this article
News that Khano Smith, Clyde Best, and Glenn Jones attended a screening celebrating Clyde Best’s trailblazing career; that the DCI King’s Visit Team earned the Public Service Excellence Award for exceptional event delivery; and that 51 student-athletes were honoured at the Denton Hurdle Memorial Awards ceremony were among the positive news stories... Read more of this article
More than 150 boats are taking part in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, which gets underway today [June 19], with competitors embarking on the 636-mile journey from Newport, Rhode Island, to Bermuda. You can tune in and watch live below, and view all Bernews coverage of the Newport Bermuda Race by clicking here. Related Stories Video: 2024 Newport... Read more of this article
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell, BTA Director of Visitor Experiences Jasmine Furbert and Chairperson of the Bermuda National Events and Entertainment Committee Jalen Harvey held a press conference today [June 18] to provide a brief overview about some of the impact of the recent Carnival festivities. “For... Read more of this article
Bailey’s Bay Breezers and Atlantic Aces recorded victories in the Bermuda Netball Summer League Co-ed Division, while PHC Lady Zebras and NB Under-21 Academy were winners in the Women’s Division in the latest round of action. In the Co-ed Division, Breezers defeated Somerset 24-4, with Druw Bascome scoring 17 goals and Kessiah Jackson adding... Read more of this article
The 635 nautical mile Newport Bermuda Race was completed at exceptional speed by Black Jack 100, which arrived first in Bermuda in 1 day, 11 hours, 26 minutes and 46 seconds. A spokesperson said, “Line Honors are secured! After an incredible offshore sprint, Black Jack 100 crossed the finish line off St. David’s in 1 day, 11 hours, 26 minutes,... Read more of this article
Bermudian athlete Yushae Desilva Andrade made an outstanding showing at the Birmingham 2026 World Boccia Challenger held in Alabama, winning the gold medal in the BC1 women’s division. In the Women’s BC1 Pool A competition, Andrade recorded a 4-4 tie against Sohyeon Park of South Korea and also defeated Yi-Ting Tsai of Chinese Taipei to... Read more of this article
AM Best revised its outlook on Nuclear Electric Insurance Limited and its subsidiaries, including Bermuda-based Cedar Hamilton Limited, to positive from stable. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of... Read more of this article
AM Best affirmed the ratings of Convex Group’s insurance and reinsurance subsidiaries, citing the group’s very strong balance sheet, improving underwriting performance and stable outlook. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a” [Excellent]... Read more of this article
Bermuda Hospitals Board announced the appointment of Craig Bridgewater as the organisation’s interim chief financial officer, saying that he ”will oversee all fiscal responsibilities of BHB and support the continued stability of the organisation’s financial operations.” Acting CEO Judy Richardson said, “We are pleased to welcome... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society and Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo held an Open House today [June 20], celebrating BAMZ’s 100th anniversary and the BZS’s 50 years of supporting the institution. A spokesperson previously said, “The Open House is part of the broader Aquarium 100 Campaign, a public-private initiative to build on the legacy of... Read more of this article
Bermudian excellence was on full display at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, where Khano Smith, Clyde Best and Glenn Jones attended a special screening of The Clyde Best Story, a film celebrating Mr Best’s barrier breaking career. The trio of highly accomplished Bermudians are uniquely connected by their careers, as Clyde Best is a barrier-breaking... Read more of this article
Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell has been selected for a fellowship at the Venice Biennale, where she’ll spend a month developing a new personal creative project. Working in partnership with The Lowry, Manchester, Ms. Hassell’s creative project will be inspired by the 2026 British Pavilion commission, Lubaina Himid’s #PredictingHistoryTestingTranslation,... Read more of this article
A quick response from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR], prompted by a Customs Officer report, led to the capture of an unusual lizard identified as a northern curly-tailed lizard likely introduced via a shipping container from Florida. A Envirotalk newsletter stated, “DENR received a phone call on April 27th from a Customs... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] is inviting the community to dive into an ocean of discovery this Saturday, June 20, from 10am to 3pm as it celebrates World Oceans Month with its annual free Oceans Open House. A spokesperson said, “Dive into a sea of fun at The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] this Saturday,... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Zoological Society and Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo are inviting the public to a free Community Open House on June 20, celebrating BAMZ’s 100th anniversary and the BZS’s 50 years of supporting the iconic institution. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ],... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has renewed its appeal for information into the 2016 murder of Fiqre Crockwell, urging members of the public to come forward as the investigation remains active ten years on. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] are renewing their appeal for information in relation to the murder of Fiqre... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] said they “continue to receive reports regarding fraudulent activity targeting members of the public, where individuals posing as representatives of local banks are contacting customers and falsely claiming that fraudulent activity has been detected on their accounts.” A police spokesperson said, “The... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service arrested a man in St. George’s after he allegedly rode dangerously without a valid driver’s license, had an outstanding warrant, resisted arrest, assaulted officers during transport, and caused a police vehicle to be damaged. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can confirm that at approximately... Read more of this article
“The Government has failed to prepare for the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence’s impact on Bermudian jobs,” Opposition Leader Ben Smith has said. He said, “On the House Floor I asked the Honourable Premier whether the Government has completed, commissioned, or scheduled a Bermuda-specific assessment of how artificial intelligence may affect the... Read more of this article
“Bermuda’s boardrooms are facing a widening governance gap between the pace of artificial intelligence [AI] investment and their capacity to oversee it,” according to PwC’s Caribbean Corporate Governance Survey 2026 – Bermuda Edition. A spokesperson said, “The survey, which outlines four board priorities for the future, reveals that while 62% of directors... Read more of this article
[Opinion column written by Chardonaé Rawlins] Imagine growing up in Bermuda thirty years ago. When the school bell rang, you went outside. You rode your bike through the neighbourhood, knocked on a friend’s door to see if they could come out, and spent hours navigating friendships, disagreements, and adventures in real time. The people who influenced you were largely... Read more of this article
One person was transported to hospital “with head and facial injuries as well as abrasions about the body” following a collision in Smith’s, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:30 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a serious single vehicle road traffic collision... Read more of this article
One person was injured in a two-vehicle collision occurred in Hamilton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 9:30pm on Friday, June 19, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported road traffic collision on North Shore Road in Hamilton Parish, near the junction with Coney Island Road. “The collision... Read more of this article
A two-vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a car occurred in Sandys shortly after midnight [June 19]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after midnight on Friday, June 19, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious two vehicle collision on Somerset Road, near the junction with Gilbert Lane in Sandys. “Initial... Read more of this article
