Logan Watson-Brown and her University of Georgia swimming and diving teammates commenced their two-day meet against NC State. At the conclusion of the first night of competition, NC State held the lead in both the men’s and women’s meets, with scores of 128-58 and 119-67, respectively. Watson-Brown competed in two events: the women’s 100 yard […]

The photo gallery below shows a look at some of breathtaking beauty of Bermuda’s longtails, with a number of them recently seen in Cooper’s Island in the East End. The Bermuda Department of Environment and Natural Resources describes the longtail by saying, “The White-tailed Tropicbird is almost always known in Bermuda has the ‘Longtail’ because […]

The judge overseeing the case against Robert Brockman – an American billionaire accused of allegedly “using a Bermuda-based family charitable trust and other offshore entities to hide assets from the Internal Revenue Service while failing to pay taxes” – has rejected his claims that dementia leaves him incompetent to stand trial. The Bloomberg website said, […]

Zarie Jackson-Burchall, Shanikae Smith-Gardener and Jahrico Smith Gardener have been sentenced to prison time in England after being convicted of offenses related to ‘kidnap and false imprisonment.’ A statement from the West Yorkshire Police said, “Two men and one woman have been jailed for their part in a kidnap in Bradford. Zarie Jackson-Burchall, 27 of no fixed abode […]

[Updated with video] Bermuda cyclists Kaden Hopkins and Conor White competed in the elite men’s time-trial at the UCI World Cycling Championships in Zurich, Switzerland, today [September 22]. Hopkins, who competes in the road race next weekend, finished 32nd and White 39th in a field of 59 riders. Belgium’s Remco Evenepoel won the race in […]

The Bermuda men’s national volleyball team won two and lost two of their matches at the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association Senior Men’s Championships in Antigua and Barbuda. Bermuda lost their first match 3-1 to Grenada, beat Sint Eustatius 3-0, lost to Antigua 3-2, and defeated the British Virgin Islands 3-0. Related Stories Video: Antigua & […]

Legislation to create a regulatory sandbox will “allow innovators in the energy sector both the physical and legislative space to carry out their development and testing of technologies,” Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 20] the Minister said, “Today I am tabling the Bill entitled the […]

[Column written by Denise DeMoura] A few people have asked me to help them understand more about Belco. So I’m going to try: starting with fuels and the generators that turn them into electricity. It’s overwhelming just trying to understand the differences between the types of fuel that Belco could potentially use–and the many different […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian gymnast Aria Divine has claimed her second All-Around National Champion title in the Independent Gymnastics Association [IGA] Level 8 National Championships. Divine, 10, began her gymnastics career at the Bermuda Gymnastics Association in St David’s aged four and has lived with her family in Oxford since 2018. She joined Miss […]

Bermudian gymnasts Toby and Isaac Madeiros competed at the recent USAG Men’s National Championships in Cleveland, Ohio. The brothers qualified for the event after competing at the USA Gymnastics Men’s Region 8 Championships in Duluth, Georgia, last month. Toby, 15, finished sixth on the vault [11.45], seventh on the floor [11.550], and placed 63rd out […]

After sustaining damage following “contact with a reef” last year, the pilot boat St. David has returned to Bermuda after undergoing repairs in the United States, with the vessel being brought home by the Oleander. A Government spokesperson previously said, “The Ministry of Transport can confirm that the pilot boat, St. David, was involved in […]

The 239.50-foot long superyacht Nautilus recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the luxury yacht seen in the east end. The Yachtcharterfleet website said, “The 239.50ft/73m Custom expedition yacht Nautilus was delivered from the Picchiotti shipyard in 2014 and bears an exterior styled by Philippe Briand whilst her refreshing interior has been designed by Remi Tessier. […]

31 abandoned and derelict boats –  located in areas including Mullet Bay, Ferry Reach, Coney Island, Stovell Bay and more –  will be “removed and discarded,” the Government has advised. These 31 boats are addition to the notices earlier this year about 54 abandoned vessels, with the Government having previously issued two notices of boats set […]

The Alexander Von Humboldt II recently sailed into Bermuda, stopping in Hamilton. The Sail Training International website said, “Alexander Von Humboldt II has been sailing the high seas since 2011. Like its predecessor Alexander Von Humboldt, Alex-2 is a civilian squarerigger offering tall ship voyages for everyone, regardless of previous experience. All you need is […]

Governor Rena Lalgie recently presented Randolph Horton with an award honouring his contributions to sport and public service. A post on Government House’s Facebook page says, “This evening, Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie held a formal investiture ceremony for The Hon K H Randolph Horton OBE. “The Hon Mr Horton was appointed as […]

BHCS concluded the Calvin “Bummy” Symonds Safe Hands Award after 25 years, honoring Dion Stovell with their final award. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Healthcare Services [BHCS] proudly announces the culmination of the Calvin “Bummy” Symonds Safe Hands Award, marking 25 years of celebrating exceptional athletic achievement. The 2024 award presentation, honoring the remarkable fielding performances of […]

Bermuda Gas & Utility Company has awarded more than 100 winners as part of its ‘Cylinder Exchange or Purchase’ promotion, with Shannon Topple being named the grand prize winner. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Gas & Utility Company Limited is excited to announce the grand prize winner of the recent Cylinder Exchange or Purchase promotion. Ninety-nine […]

Baseball player Adam Hall played his part in Biloxi Shuckers 6-4 win over the Montgomery Biscuits at Keesler Federal Park yesterday [July 19]. The Shuckers took an early lead on a sacrifice fly from Hall in the first inning. Hall also scored a run after a sacrifice fly that allowed him to drive in from […]

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 baseball player Adam Hall’s Biloxi Shuckers went down 6-3 to the Rocket City Trash Pandas in the final road game of the regular season at Toyota Field yesterday [September 8]. The previous day, the Shuckers beat the Trash Pandas 4-3 at the same venue, with Hall having one at-bat appearance, which he drew a […]

Tuff Dogs and Robin Hood recorded wins in the Corona League at Goose Gosling Field on Friday [November 1]. Tuff Dogs defeated YGSFC 2-1 thanks to goals from Miguel Cabral and Jao Madeiros. Rico Wells scored for YGSFC. Preston Farrow scored the only goal of the game in Hood’s 1-0 win over Terrace Onions. InterBDA’s […]

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island claimed a 3-2 win away to Indy Eleven in the United Soccer League [USL] Championship play-off quarter-finals yesterday [November 3]. JJ Williams scored a hat-trick for Smith’s side to ensure they advance to the Eastern Conference semi-finals, where they will take on Louisville City away on Saturday [November 9]. Smith, a […]

[Written by Stephen Wright] Les Ferdinand, one of the top strikers in the history of the English Premier League, will regale local football fans with tales from his decorated football career during a special event on Saturday [November 9]. Organised by the Bermuda Football Coaches Association [BFCA], A Speakers Night With Les Ferdinand will be […]

Khano Smith displayed impressive speed of thought and ball-handling skills during Rhode Island’s 3-2 win away to Indy Eleven in the United Soccer League [USL] Championship play-off quarter-finals on Sunday [November 3]. The Rhode Island head coach displayed his basketball skills to return the ball quickly for a thrown-in to his team, which led to […]

Zeiko Lewis will look to help Union Omaha reach the United Soccer League [USL] League One final when they face Greenville Triumph at home in the play-off semi-finals on Saturday [November 9]. Lewis, a Bermuda national team winger, impressed in his side’s 1-0 win at home to Richmond in the play-off quarter-finals last weekend. The […]

Bermudians in the UK came together for a recent football tournament fundraiser in Coventry in support of Zhamir Denbrook-Pitt, who suffered life-changing injuries in a motorcycle crash. The 19-year-old sustained a severe spinal injury in a collision in St David’s in July 2023. The family and friends of Zhamir hope to raise $255,000 [£210,000] via […]

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 […]

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island have reached the USL Championship Eastern Conference final after claiming a 3-0 away win over Louisville City in the semi-finals yesterday [November 9]. JJ Williams scored two and Albert Dikwa added another for Smith’s side. Smith, a former New England Revolution winger, was appointed as head coach and general manager of […]

Bermudian footballer Andrew Armstrong scored the winner in the University of Dayton’s 1-0 win at home to Davidson College in the Atlantic 10 Men’s Championship quarter-finals on Friday [November 8]. Freshman Armstrong headed home from a corner in the 87th minute for his eighth goal of the season. Dayton will face Fordham University at home […]

Kamau Leverock and his Gujarat Greats team-mates will start their Legends League Cricket [LLC] campaign against the Ultimate Hyderabad in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India, on September 22. The Greats will face the Southern Super Stars on September 23, 24 and 26. Leverock was drafted by the Gujarat franchise at the LLC auction last month. He went […]

Westmeath celebrated the restoration of their verandah on their historically listed home, and thanked all the “carpenters and painters for the hard work and skills to restore the verandah with all its historical integrity.” Speaking at the ribbon cutting, Susan Jackson said, “Good morning and thank you for joining the Westmeath family as we celebrate the […]

Starting on April 1, the Government will expanding Phase 2 of the Mortgage Guarantee Programme to “include employees of Government quangos and part-time Regiment soldiers who will now also be eligible to transfer their mortgages into this programme,” Premier David Burt announced in the Budget, The relevant extract of the 2024 Budget statement said, “In […]

Andrew Stevenson, who started the Humpback Whale Research Project in 2007, will be giving two presentations on Tuesday [Mar 19] at BUEI Tradewinds Auditorium. This illustrated lecture will include never-before witnessed, extraordinary underwater video of humpback behavior here in Bermuda as well as their breeding grounds in the Caribbean. Underwater video footage of a mother […]

[Updated] Bermuda’s Andrew Stevenson was recently honoured by the Prince of Wales’ Commonwealth Environmental Photography Awards ‘Out of the Blue’ competition, with his photo of a humpback whale off the coast of Bermuda winning an award for ‘Highly Commended – Most Publicly Liked Entry.’ Mr. Stevenson’s entry was submitted in the Over 18s age group, […]

Bermuda Hockey Federation’s men’s and women’s teams traveled to Jersey, Channel Islands to compete in the Easter Weekend Hockey Festival. In the opener the Bermuda women’s team defeated Jersey’s women’s team 2 – 0, the Bermuda men’s team then defeated the Jersey men’s team 3 – 2. There were two mixed matches as well, with […]

The Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey League season continues at the PCC Hockey Rink, we take a look at the current stats and standings. The Devils Hole Diablos are the league leaders with 14 points, while the Sinky Bay Sea Turtles are in second with 10 points, and the North Rock Beacons are in third with […]

Sandys Secondary Middle School won the Bermuda School Sports Federation Under 12 Netball tournament at the Bernard Park Netball Courts. The tournament featured first year students in the middle schools as well as the Primary year 7 students from Francis Patton and Purvis Primary. Sandys defeated Primary School Division 1 champions Warwick Academy in a […]

The Bermuda Netball Association has celebrated the achievements of the Winter League teams and players at its recent annual prizegiving at the Docksider Pub and Restaurant. Phoenix Netball were crowned champions in the senior division, with Tigers runners-up. St George’s Cricket Club picked up the Fair Play Team, with Dockies Netball claiming the Team Spirit […]

[Written by Dale Butler] On Saturday, March 18th from 8am to 5pm, Atlantic Publishing House will be hosting a Bermuda roses and plant sale with Jamaican coffee to taste. In addition to that, Nana Peggy Burns will have a great collection of Bermuda books on sale. This exciting event will be held at Rosalie Gardens, 35 […]

The Highland Spring Junior Tennis Open Finals were held recently at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club, with winners being crowned in each division. Girls 10 and Under Lee Terceira – Champion Gabrielle Lee – Runner-Up Boys 10 and Under Nicholas Gakundi – Champion Sebastian Gerber – Runner-Up Girls 12 and Under Chloe McBrearty – […]

Jovan Jordan-Whitter has been appointed as the head coach of the future men’s and women’s tennis teams at the University of New England, which will begin varsity competition in the 2025-26 academic year. Heather Davis, the University of New England director of athletics, said: “After a comprehensive national search, we are so pleased to have […]

Some of the world’s top athletes descended on the Flora Duffy Stadium on Sunday [April 28] for the USATF Bermuda Grand Prix. Among the top names delivering showstopping performances were Noah Lyles, of the United States, who won the men’s 100 metres in 9.96sec, Kirana James, of Grenada, who stormed to victory in the men’s […]

The 2024 Bermuda Sail Grand Prix was held this past weekend, with nine international teams in action, with the team from Spain racing to victory. You can see photos and video of the event’s opening day by clicking here, and you can see video of day two’s action by clicking here. Related Stories Photos: SailGP Teams Practice In […]

Matt Boys and Caitlin Conyers claimed the men’s and women’s titles in the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race on Bermuda Day today [May 24]. Boys, a former professional cyclist, lived up to his billing as pre-race favourite in the absence of Dominique Mayho, a six-time winner, cruising to his first title. “I had a plan with […]

Triple jumper Jah-Nhai Perinchief and sailor Adriana Penruddocke have been named as Bermuda’s flag bearers for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris on Friday [July 26]. Both athletes are making their Olympic debuts. Bermuda will be represented by eight athletes in five different sports at the Games. Katura Horton-Perinchief, the Bermuda chef […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates defeated Coastal Carolina by a score of 36 – 0. Berkeley and her teammates played their first match in 2024 after they lost in the NIRA national championships in November. The result marked Lander’s sixth overall victory over Coastal Carolina University. Related Stories Jamin Hodgkins Kicks […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates competed in the Tropical 7s Rugby Tournament in Tampa, Florida. Competing in the Under 23 Women’s Open Division, Lander competed in Pool B. In their opening group match, Lander defeated Adrian College 24-14. Lander then drew 12 – 12 with Army West Point Gold, before closing […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates hosted the Lander 7s Rugby Tournament. On the opening day, Lander outscored their opponents 58 – 10. In their opening match, Lander defeated University of South Carolina 26 – 5, and then defeated The Citadel 32 – 5. Related Stories Jamin Hodgkins Impresses For Wanderers O’Shaughnessy […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates continued hosting the Lander 7s Rugby Tournament. After outscoring their opponents 58 – 10 on the opening day, Berkeley and her teammates would return on day two and outscore their opponents 68 – 5 to claim the title. Lander defeated Coastal Carolina University 26 – 5, […]

Nisaiah Berkeley and her Lander University women’s rugby teammates were back in action competing in the 2024 Collegiate Rugby Championships. Taking to the field in the women’s premier shield, Lander took on Michigan, they would fall 22 – 0. Lander then faced Minnesota in the women’s premier shield where Lander would come away with a […]