Adrian Roach extended his perfect start to professional boxing in style, claiming a first-round stoppage victory over Pedro Ibarra Jr in under 35 seconds in Texas. The 24-year-old Bermudian improved to a 4-0 record with the rapid finish at the Lone Star Convention and Expo Centre in Conroe on Saturday night [November 7]. The victory was his third professional... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] A Holiday Market was held this weekend at St. Paul’s in Paget, featuring local vendors, handmade gifts, festive treats and more. A spokesperson previously said, “The Holiday Market 2026 is proud to welcome an impressive selection of local businesses, independent entrepreneurs and creative vendors. “Participating vendors... Read more of this article
[Updated] A motorcyclist was injured and arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after losing control of his motorcycle after ignoring police instructions to stop on the Causeway, resulting in a collision. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision on the Causeway, just east of Blue Hole Hill, St. George’s. “Initial... Read more of this article
News that Madelyn Moore won five gold medals and one silver at the USIP World Police Games, KFC Bermuda raised $6,000 for The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, Bermuda, and more than 100 HSBC employees helped restore Cooper’s Island were among the positive news stories from the past week. In additional good news, Marie Ford was celebrated... Read more of this article
Bermuda’s connections with Indigenous communities in New England will be explored in a forthcoming series from Connecticut Public. The promotion for the episode — Titled Reconnection: How New England Tribes Found Family in Bermuda — states, “Explore the connections between indigenous peoples in New England and Bermuda by focusing... Read more of this article
“The Government lost a procedural vote, put forward by the OBA, which brought consideration of the Education Authority Bill to a halt,” Premier, and PLP Leader David Burt said. Premier Burt said, “That should not have happened. As Premier and Leader of the Progressive Labour Party, I fully accept responsibility. “I was not in... Read more of this article
The City of Hamilton has started road repairs on Angle Street, with work expected to be completed by mid-next week, weather permitting. A spokesperson said, “Road improvements are underway on Angle Street, near the roundabout and Dellwood School, as the City tackles a section of roadway in need of some much-deserved TLC! “Following feedback... Read more of this article
“For the fiscal year 2025/26, the average number of persons receiving financial assistance was 2,045 per month, compared to 1,977 in the prior fiscal year,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said, adding that total expenditure for the financial assistance programme was $49.58 million. Speaking in the House of... Read more of this article
Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams provided an update on the changes to the plans for the replacement of our asphalt plant. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 6] the Minister said, “Improving Bermuda’s roads remains a priority for this Government. Today, I rise to update this Honourable House on the replacement... Read more of this article
“I am pleased to report that Bermuda has recorded five consecutive years of positive real economic growth, with an average annual growth rate of 3.8 per cent between 2021 and 2025,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 6] the Minister said, “The annual real GDP growth rates... Read more of this article
“By ensuring that every garage operating in Bermuda is subject to consistent standards of licensing, inspection, and accountability, we are taking practical steps to create a safer environment for garage workers, for customers, and for the wider public,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking... Read more of this article
A Neos flight – travelling from Cancun to Milan – diverted to Bermuda due to a passenger’s medical emergency, with a subsequent mechanical issue delaying its onward departure. A spokesperson said, “Skyport can confirm that Neos flight NO473, travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Milan, Italy, diverted to L.F. Wade International... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service secured fourth place in the overall medal standings at the World Police Games in the Dominican Republic, thanks to Madelyn Moore’s six swimming medals and Sergeant Shannon Trott’s second-place finish in golf. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is celebrating an impressive showing by its... Read more of this article
Adrian Roach extended his perfect start to professional boxing in style, claiming a first-round stoppage victory over Pedro Ibarra Jr in under 35 seconds in Texas. The 24-year-old Bermudian improved to a 4-0 record with the rapid finish at the Lone Star Convention and Expo Centre in Conroe on Saturday night [November 7]. The victory was his third professional... Read more of this article
Bermudian ice hockey player Blake Montgomery scored twice as the Belleville Senators defeated the Providence Bruins 5-2 in the American Hockey League [AHL] on Saturday [November 7]. Montgomery scored his first goal of the game in the second period after receiving a pass from Ryan Suzuki, putting Belleville ahead 2-1. He added his second goal in the... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] A Holiday Market was held this weekend at St. Paul’s in Paget, featuring local vendors, handmade gifts, festive treats and more. A spokesperson previously said, “The Holiday Market 2026 is proud to welcome an impressive selection of local businesses, independent entrepreneurs and creative vendors. “Participating vendors... Read more of this article
The quartet of Joe Madeira, Jack Malthouse, Stanley Stone and Jordan Swan claimed victory on the opening day of the Bermuda Golf Association Team Challenge at Port Royal Golf Course. Madeira, Malthouse, Stone and Swan finished tied atop the leaderboard with Sheldon Chychrun, Brian Desmond, Robert Vallis and Ivan Blinoff after both teams posted 86 Net... Read more of this article
Adrian Roach extended his perfect start to professional boxing in style, claiming a first-round stoppage victory over Pedro Ibarra Jr in under 35 seconds in Texas. The 24-year-old Bermudian improved to a 4-0 record with the rapid finish at the Lone Star Convention and Expo Centre in Conroe on Saturday night [November 7]. The victory was his third professional... Read more of this article
Top seed Blaise Bicknell and seventh seed Kacper Szymkowiak will meet in a second successive Bermuda singles final after recording straight-sets victories at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium on Saturday [November 7]. Jamaica’s Bicknell defeated American Nathan Cox 6-1, 6-2 in the semi-finals of the ITF M15 Bermuda Open, dropping just three games to secure... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] A Holiday Market was held this weekend at St. Paul’s in Paget, featuring local vendors, handmade gifts, festive treats and more. A spokesperson previously said, “The Holiday Market 2026 is proud to welcome an impressive selection of local businesses, independent entrepreneurs and creative vendors. “Participating vendors... Read more of this article
White Mountains Insurance Group reported a 1% decline in book value per share for the third quarter of 2026, despite strong operating results across several of its businesses. A spokesperson said, “White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. [NYSE: WTM] reported book value per share of $2,243 as of September 30, 2026, a decrease of 1% for the third... Read more of this article
AM Best has affirmed the A [Excellent] Financial Strength Ratings of Hiscox’s Bermuda, UK, Guernsey and US insurance subsidiaries, as well as the group’s credit ratings, with stable outlooks. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR]... Read more of this article
[Updated with video] A Holiday Market was held this weekend at St. Paul’s in Paget, featuring local vendors, handmade gifts, festive treats and more. A spokesperson previously said, “The Holiday Market 2026 is proud to welcome an impressive selection of local businesses, independent entrepreneurs and creative vendors. “Participating vendors... Read more of this article
SJD World Ltd’s multimedia project, Thoughts Become Things, has been named a Gold Winner in the Cultural Celebration & Heritage Preservation category at the 6th Annual Anthem Awards. A spokesperson said, “SJD World Ltd announced today that its multimedia project Thoughts Become Things has been named a Gold Winner in Cultural Celebration &... Read more of this article
Following an overwhelming response from the Bermuda community, TROIKA Bermuda announced the addition of two performances of its production of The Wiz on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM, at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Arts. A spokesperson said, “The additional matinee and evening performances will provide another... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] is showcasing Bermuda’s award-winning diving experiences at DEMA Show 2026 in New Orleans from November 3–6. A spokesperson said, “Through a dedicated Bermuda exhibition booth, the Authority is engaging with the international dive community, strengthening industry relationships and promoting opportunities to... Read more of this article
More than 100 HSBC employees joined staff from ASU Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [ASU BIOS] and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] at Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve. A spokesperson said, “With approximately 140 people on site, the volunteering day brought together colleagues, conservation specialists and community partners... Read more of this article
Cash Trash Bash has raised $3,992.26 through its annual campaign to remove trash from Bermuda’s waters, with the proceeds being shared between two environmental organisations. A group of 14 volunteers collected 2,028.5lb of trash during 48 hours of work throughout August, with participants ranging in age from four to 75. A cheque for $1,996.13 was... Read more of this article
[Updated] A motorcyclist was injured and arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after losing control of his motorcycle after ignoring police instructions to stop on the Causeway, resulting in a collision. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision on the Causeway, just east of Blue Hole Hill, St. George’s. “Initial... Read more of this article
A cruise ship worker arrested in the UK could face extradition to Bermuda over an allegation that he raped a passenger aboard a Bermuda-registered vessel, according to various international media reports. The man was working aboard Cunard’s Queen Anne when a passenger alleged that he raped her in her cabin in August 2025, while the ship was sailing... Read more of this article
The Bermuda Police Service arrested eight people and issued 108 traffic tickets, including 94 for speeding, during high-visibility traffic enforcement and community patrols over Halloween weekend. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] carried out proactive, highly visible traffic enforcement and community engagement patrols,... Read more of this article
This week’s Wallpaper Wednesday design, titled Emoji Loves Bermuda, adds a lighthearted touch with a happy emoji character proudly holding the Bermuda flag. 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... Read more of this article
Paradise Mobile has promoted Ashantae Goater to Acting Head of Customer Operations. A spokesperson said, “Paradise Mobile has announced it has promoted Ashantae Goater from Senior Customer Success Specialist to Acting Head of Customer Operations – a little over a year since the high-performer’s last promotion. Effective from 21 October 2026, this initial... Read more of this article
The Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne has been invited as a featured speaker at AFROTECH Conference 2026, taking place from 2 – 6 November at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas. A Government spokesperson said, “Celebrating its 10th anniversary year, the 2026 AFROTECH Conference will see more than 40,000 people in attendance. “The... Read more of this article
[Updated] A motorcyclist was injured and arrested on suspicion of impaired driving after losing control of his motorcycle after ignoring police instructions to stop on the Causeway, resulting in a collision. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision on the Causeway, just east of Blue Hole Hill, St. George’s. “Initial... Read more of this article
A male driver was arrested on outstanding warrants following a single-vehicle collision on Harrington Sound Road, Smith’s, in which his car struck a wall, leaving him with minor injuries. A police spokesperson siad, “There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision, just east of Harrington Sound Primary school, Harrington Sound Road, Smith’s. Initial... Read more of this article
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] provided an update on the investigation into the tragic crash of the air ambulance, confirming that they have “recovered the upper third of the occurrence aircraft’s cockpit, as well as the cockpit voice recorder.” In providing an update today [Nov 2], the TSB said, “The aircraft departed... Read more of this article
