The wrestler won gold in Tokyo.

The league is embracing a social justice narrative.

The third-year player got candid about his current life.

Soldiers of the Royal Bermuda Regiment underwent public order training last week. A spokesperson said, “Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment were kitted out in protective clothing and armed with shields and batons when they took part in public order training last weekend. Troops learned the importance of de-escalation in the face of disorder as […]

Warwick Workmen’s Club Two defeated Spanish Point Boat Club Two 4 – 1 to win the Keen Cup at the Sandys Boat Club. Scott Barnes opened the scoring for Warwick when he defeated Spanish Point Captain, John Orr, 44-30 in the 1st game. It was 2 – 0 for Warwick when Captain Steven Bremar narrowly […]

Action in Bermuda snooker open singles and open doubles took place. Jacal Washington advanced in his open singles 2nd round match defeating Chris Dakin 2 – 0. Washington won the 1st game 37-36, he then won the 2nd game 48-26. Washington will face Todd Dziak in the quarter-finals. Steven Bremar advanced to the open singles […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Shona Palmer, the Bermuda national swimming assistant coach, first started training siblings Emma and Jack Harvey when they were small children and said it is a privilege to play a role in their Olympic journeys. Jack, 21, competes in the men’s 100 metres backstroke tomorrow [July 28], with Emma, 23, racing […]

“We are thrilled to partner with Mr. Jaavaid Warren-Smith to create a more sustainable future for our bluebird population,” said Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch of an initiative to preserve endangered species and biodiversity in our parks. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Parks announces its partnership with 25-year-old Bermudian environmentalist Jaavaid […]

The Government has introduced the Draft Consultation Fuels Bill and is inviting the public to provide feedback by emailing the Department of Energy at energy@gov.bm by September 7th. A Government spokesperson said, “The public will recall the efforts of the Department of Energy that led to the Government’s adoption of Bermuda’s National Fuels Policy in […]

The ‘Fuels Bill 2022′ will move the “responsibility for the regulation of fuels under the auspices of the Regulatory Authority,” Deputy Premier & Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “The Fuels Bill seeks to make the Regulatory Authority responsible for not only the regulation of the […]

As part of the next steps for Bermuda’s Integrated Resource Plan [IRP], the Regulatory Authority [RA], is “exploring new sources of clean energy in the form of an offshore wind farm and is inviting the public to hear about the preliminary results prior to making a decision.” Nigel Burgess, Acting Chief Executive at the RA […]

“The Ministry of Home Affairs is “encouraging the public to participate in the next-generation Integrated Resource Plan [IRP] consultation process, highlighting the community’s crucial role in shaping Bermuda’s energy future.” A Government spokesperson said, “This public engagement ensures that our energy landscape aligns with both global advancements and local innovations. “Since 2018, Bermuda has embarked […]

The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition, co-hosted by The Bermuda High School and Saltus Grammar School, wrapped up on October 20th, featuring 99 international students and 13 local competitors showcasing their skills in a series of speaking events. A spokesperson said, “The International Independent Schools Public Speaking Competition [IISPSC], co-hosted by The Bermuda High […]

The YAO Baseball season continued at the YAO Ball Park in St. George’s. Cal Ripken Division [Ages 10-12] Red Sox 12 Mets 11 The Red Sox came back from behind with 3 runs in the bottom of the 6th inning. The Sox were powered at the plate by Tucker Champion and Preston Halpin who combined […]

The YAO Youth Baseball League continued at the YAO Ball Park on Kindley Field this weekend, with the Phillies, Red Sox, Blue Jays, and Diamondbacks all earning wins. Cal Ripken Division [Ages 10-12]: Phillies 14 Red Sox 5 The Phillies had an all-around team effort in their 14-5 win over the Red Sox. The Phillies […]

Baseball player Adam Hall hit a single run in the Biloxi Shuckers’ 8-4 win away to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos at Blue Wahoos Stadium yesterday [July 27]. Hall extended his side’s lead to 8-4 in the ninth inning with a RBI. The 25-year-old was promoted to the Shuckers from the Rookie-level ACL Brewers last month. […]

Bermudian Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers team-mates split a doubleheader against the Rocket City Trash Pandas on Tuesday before losing to the same opponents yesterday [September 4] at Toyota Field. The Shuckers lost their opening game on Tuesday 8-4, with Hall going one for four with the bat and scoring one run. In game […]

Bermudian goalkeeper Coleridge Fubler has been named Player of the Month for English non-league side Binfield. Fubler kept a clean sheet in Binfield’s 2-0 win at home to South Park in the Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One on Saturday [November 2]. “It’s been a good month for me,” Fubler told the club’s […]

Bermudian brothers Sebastian and Michael Madeiros, along with Reza and Heris Ziai, helped St. Andrew’s College win its first CISAA Championship in a decade. A spokesperson said, “Bermudian brothers Sebastian and Michael Madeiros, along with Bermuda resident brothers Reza and Heris Ziai, once again brought pride to Bermuda by playing pivotal roles in securing a […]

Police Constable Jermari Belboda was convicted, in Magistrates’ Court, of sexual assault in relation to an incident which took place in 2018. Stephen Corbishley, Commissioner of Police stated, “PC Belboda remains suspended from duty pending the completion of the disciplinary process, which has been on hold until the resolution of the criminal process.” Related Stories […]

The Sexual Assault Response Team [SART] reminded the public about a number of safety tips, noting they ”want to ensure that your seasonal celebrations during this time, and throughout the year are as safe as possible.” A spokesperson said, “This time of year, the holidays are a time for families, anticipated fun, laughter, and friends. Many […]

“As a mother and a grandmother of young children, I am outraged by the fact that a repeat sex offender was released from custody without any apparent notification made to the public that would have allowed parents and guardians to safeguard their children,” said Senator Robin Tucker, Opposition spokesperson in the Senate for the Ministries […]

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] announced the “expansion of the Economic Empowerment Zones [EEZ] with the newly established South East Hamilton Economic Empowerment Zone [SEHEEZ], with the aim of aiding business growth and economic development in Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “This expansion opens up a realm of opportunities, not only for new businesses and […]

The Ministry of Public Works, in collaboration with the BHC, is partnering with the Leopard’s Club International to transform the vacant three-storey building into affordable housing units, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch said. Speaking at a press conference today, Minister Burch said, “Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for joining us here today at […]

Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Sept 27], Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch provided an update on “one of the most pressing challenges we as a country face – the shortage of affordable housing.” The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I rise to report on one of the most pressing challenges […]

The Bermuda Netball Season Senior League continued with a double-header at the Bernard’s Park. The Tigers defeated St. George’s 40 – 33 in the Senior Division opener. Best attacker Jahkenya Trott led the Tigers with 28 goals, Jahteure Trott added 8 goals, and Candace Paynter scored 4 times, the best defender was Diarrah Benjamin, and […]

“The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is “currently investigating a major incident on the property of an exclusive private club, which has significantly impacted a large stand of protected mangroves,” Minister Walter Roban said, adding that a group of healthy mature red mangroves “which were 30-40 foot high, were cut to 4 foot stumps.” “Mangroves also […]

The Department of Parks advised the public of a “temporary road obstruction within the Botanical Gardens,” noting that a ”large tree, located near Camden House, suddenly snapped, blocking the roadway within the Botanical Gardens.” A spokesperson said, “A Department of Parks crew is working expeditiously to clear the obstruction and ensure the safety and accessibility of […]

HSBC Bermuda has announced that “single-use plastic cards will be a thing of the past as the bank replaces them with cards made from recycled materials.” A spokesperson said, “The move is part of HSBC’s global strategy to reduce carbon emissions and achieve the Bank’s net zero goal by 2050. “The cards comprise of 85% […]

Clarien’s new interns, Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene, made a “significant impact” this summer with their fresh ideas, the company said. A spokesperson said, “As we embrace the final weeks of summer, Clarien is proud to introduce our latest team members—interns Maya Dean, Chelsea Correira, and David Goonewardene—who have spent the past few weeks […]

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association [BLTA] announced the team being sent to the Dominican Republic to participate in the 2024 ITF/COTECC U12 Team Competition, which will take place from June 28th – July 5th. The team will consist of three girls Arianna Parra, Lee Terceira, Ella Metschnabel, and Jacky Lambert [Coach]. The three boys are […]

The 2024 ITF/COTECC under 12 team competition continued in the Dominican Republic, with Bermuda’s team making an excellent showing. The Bermuda girls picked up their first win defeating the Dominican Republic Two team 3 – 0. Arianna Metschnabel got Bermuda on the board winning her match 6-3. 6-2. Lee Terceira would then double the Bermuda lead […]

The BLTA 2024 Back to School Tournament got underway at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. In boy’s 18 singles action, number one seed Zachary Mcguire defeated Tobiah Goodchild 7-6, 6-4, while Terceira Lee won her girls 14 singles match in straight sets over Arianna Parra Delgado 6-1, 7-5. Boy’s 18 Singles 7 6 Zachary Mcguire […]

The BLTA 2024 back to school tournament continued at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. A total of fourteen different players took to the courts for day two of the tournament. Tobiah Goodchild set up a boy’s 16 singles final against Zachary Mcguire after defeating Cyre Trott in their semi-final 6-4, 6-0. Mcguire defeated Jadon Spriggs in […]

Following several days of weather cancellations, the BLTA back to school tennis tournament resumed at the Port Royal Tennis Courts. Hasan Khan was crowned the boy’s 14 singles champion after he defeated Manuel Maldonado in their final in straight sets 6-1, 7-5. Chloe Mcbrearty won back to back girls 12 singles matches, she first defeated […]

Daniel Phillips and his Arizona State men’s tennis teammates continued competing in the DI Big 12 / SEC Tennis Challenge hosted by Baylor University, in Waco, Texas. Phillips and Nicola Cigna won their doubles match 8-6 defeating Ritesh Patil, and Ethan Silva from Texas A&M University. Related Stories Phillips Wins Matches In Newport Beach Trey […]

Trey Mallory and his UNC Wilmington [UNCW] men’s tennis teammates opened their campaign at the UNCW team invitational with a convincing 7 – 2 victory over Coastal Carolina. Mallory contributed significantly to UNC Wilmington’s success, securing victories in both doubles and singles competition. He partnered with Oscar Baumgartner in doubles play, defeating the Coastal Carolina […]

Gabriella Cechini won the Varsity A and AA Women’s 5K 2024 Ben Bloser Bulldog XC Invitational in West Virginia. Cechini –  representing Mercersburg Academy — clocked a winning time of 19:01.9, helping the girls team to finish 3rd with a combined time of 1:49:28. Related Stories Armstrong Competes In MAAC Championships Marshall & Outerbridge Compete […]

Gabriella and Joseph Cechini delivered outstanding performances at the 2024 Mid-Atlantic Prep League cross country championships, hosted by Mercersburg Academy. Gabriella Cechini claimed a decisive victory in the championship girls’ 5000 meter run finals, clocking a winning time of 19:13.80. Her dominant performance led the Mercersburg Academy girls’ team to victory with a total of […]

Delicious chocolate chip cookies baked fresh by Ahmani’s Cookie Company are now available as part of the inflight food and beverage offerings with BermudAir. The Bermudian-based airline has partnered with the local food supplier, run by local entrepreneur Ahmani Peets, who bakes cookies and cakes with his father, Anthony Peets. Ahmani Peets launched his business […]

Marlin Magazine has released a video highlighting the 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast, which is part of the 2023 Bermuda Triple Crown event. The video’s description says, “A total of 37 boats fished the 2023 Bermuda Billfish Blast, which offered a total cash purse of $506,850 plus an additional $360,000 as part of the Bermuda Triple […]

Since introducing the Draft Blue Prosperity Plan last year, the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] has “conducted extensive community outreach” and is “continuing its work to update and strengthen the document based on input received from Bermuda’s residents and local industries, including commercial fishermen.” A spokesperson said, “Since introducing the Draft Blue Prosperity Plan on […]

Bermuda’s updated Blue Prosperity Plan has just been released to the public, with officials saying that the new version “incorporates extensive stakeholder, public, and scientific feedback collected over the past year.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s updated Blue Prosperity Plan, designed to conserve and sustainably manage Bermuda’s waters, has just been released to the public. The […]

The Ministry of Home Affairs extended the consultation period for the draft Blue Prosperity Plan by an additional week. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Home Affairs announces an extension of an additional week for consultation on the draft Blue Prosperity Plan. The consultation will now close on Tuesday, 7th of May. “The extended […]

The 2024 Bermuda Billfish Blast — part of the Bermuda Triple Crown — was held this week, with one of the notable catches being a 636lb blue marlin, caught on ‘Debaitable.’ The event website notes, “For decades, the blue-purple waters off the island nation of Bermuda have attracted anglers from around the world to pursue […]

The 2024 Bermuda Billfish Blast — part of the Bermuda Triple Crown — was held this past week.The event website notes, “For decades, the blue-purple waters off the island nation of Bermuda have attracted anglers from around the world to pursue giant Atlantic blue marlin as well as a host of other species. It’s home […]

Angler Edward Carreiro landed the third heaviest blue marlin in Bermuda history at the Bermuda Big Game Classic, landing a 1,268 pound specimen. A Marline Magazine story said, “The world of big game fishing was rocked earlier today by a massive 1,268-pound blue marlin landed by UnWined during the Bermuda Big Game Classic. Landed by […]

Jonathan Land Evans has recently published ‘The Lordly Wadson Collection,’ an expanded omnibus of humorous stories set in 1930s Bermuda. Mr Evans explained that ‘The Lordly Wadson Collection’, is enlarged from his 2018 book ‘Lordly Wadson’, and gathers together all fourteen of his humorous Lordly Wadson stories, set in 1930s Bermuda and whose main character is […]

Atlantic Publishing House is set to hold an event at Rosalie Gardens featuring a blend of “plants, Bermuda books, and Jamaican coffee.” A spokesperson said, “Join us for a unique weekend at Rosalie Gardens, 35 Angle Street, opposite Hubies, on November 25 from 12.00pm to 4.00pm and on November 26 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Explore […]

[Written by Martha Harris Myron] It has been my long-term experience in my former Bermudian/international professional finance practice working with our community that still, there is little correlated, current, easy-to-understand financial information specifically focused on our uniquely sophisticated Bermuda economic environment. Bermuda’s First Financial Literacy Primer was written by me for you, all Bermuda islanders […]