Jahkiel Samuels has been jailed for three years and four months in England after pleading guilty to charges of possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence and threatening a person with an offensive weapon in a public place. The Nottinghamshire Police website said, “A man threatened two men with an imitation sawn-off […]

The Bermuda Police Service was recently recognised by American officials for their role in the investigation of an alleged $2 billion tax fraud by tycoon Robert Brockman. The statement from the U.S Department of Justice said, “According to the indictment, Brockman, a resident of Houston, Texas, and Pitkin County, Colorado, used a web of offshore […]

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 had more than $1B in assets frozen by Swiss prosecutors. A Bloomberg Quint story said, “Swiss prosecutors froze more than $1 billion held in bank […]

Three women – Catara Mattie, Shantori Daniels, and Shaliquah Talbot — have been jailed in the UK for attempting to smuggle around £50,000 [$67,840] worth of cocaine. A statement from the UK National Crime Agency said, “Three drug couriers who attempted to smuggle cocaine worth around £50,000 into the UK on the same flight into Gatwick […]

Damien Swan has been jailed in the United Kingdom for an assault on a former professional footballer as well as an incident in which he apparently allowed dogs to attack workers, according to multiple British media outlets. The BBC reported, “A man who split ex-footballer Gary McAllister’s lip in a ‘nasty’ attack in a popular nightspot has been […]

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 been admitted to a Houston hospital following an unspecified medical event, causing the case against him to face a possible setback. […]

Robert Brockman — the business tycoon charged in the United States in largest-ever tax case against a U.S. individual — will be evaluated by a team of three doctors. The Daily Beast story reported, “Robert Brockman—the software billionaire charged in the largest tax evasion case in American history, who has since claimed to have a […]

Trundae Darrell has been given a 30-month prison sentence after being convicted of drug offences in England. A statement from Staffordshire Police said, “A 30-year-old man has been jailed after being convicted of drug offences in Tamworth. “Trundae Darrell was detained by officers conducting a section 17 search on 31 March 2021. Three large packages of class […]

Robert Brockman – an American billionaire accused of allegedly using trusts and offshore entities to hide assets from the Internal Revenue Service while failing to pay taxes – may not be mentally fit to stand trial after two medical experts reversed their opinions regarding a potential dementia diagnosis, the U.S. media has reported. A report […]

Kemar Maybury has been jailed for four years in the UK on drug related charges. The Sussex Police website said, “A Brighton man has been jailed for four years for using children to supply drugs around the city. “Kemar Maybury, 40, of Dartmouth Crescent in Brighton, was arrested on Thursday, March 11, 2020, after his vehicle […]

The judge overseeing Robert Brockman’s case – 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” – tentatively set his trial date for February 23, 2023. The report said, “The judge overseeing billionaire Robert Brockman’s tax-evasion […]

Robin-Valana Pearman, a Bermuda women’s youth international football player, was instrumental in assisting her Mount Kelly School teammates win the United Kingdom’s Independent Schools Football Association National Cup on April 25th and the Chelsea Foundation Cup on May 20th. A spokesperson said, “Playing from her center-forward position Robin-Valana stuck the third and dagger goal to […]

Bermuda winger Zeiko Lewis scored his first goal for Union Omaha in their penalty shoot-out defeat away to Forward Madison in the group stage of the Jägermeister Cup last Thursday [August 29]. Lewis fired home a half-volley in the 29th minute to pull a goal back for his side and make it 2-1. The match […]

[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 […]

Bermudian footballer Zeiko Lewis — who just returned to his professional team after playing for Bermuda in the recent Concacaf matches — scored for Union Omaha as they defeated South Georgia Tormenta FC by a score of 3-2. Related Stories Video: Lewis Scores In Omaha’s Semi-Final Video: Zeiko Lewis Scores For Union Omaha Video: Zeiko Lewis […]

The Bermuda national pickleball team took part in the Pickleball World Cup opening ceremony in Lima, Peru, yesterday [October 22]. Athletes from the Pickleball Association of Bermuda [PAB] will compete in the Open Elite Men’s Division, Junior Division, Women’s Division, Senior Men’s Division and Senior Women’s Division. Bermuda will compete against 27 nations in the […]

Greenrock released a report from BVG Associates “to help progress offshore wind as a key potential element of a sustainable, low carbon energy system for Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s greenhouse gas emissions need to reduce 60% by 2030 to align with international efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees centigrade. If warming exceeds […]

In its mission to “raise awareness and funds to support” the Offshore Wind Feasibility Study Series, developed in collaboration with UK-based Offshore Wind Experts, BVG & Associates, Greenrock will be holding a sponsor forum at the Chubb Building, from 12.00pm to 2.00pm, on Friday [Oct 7]. “The forum, designed to host existing and potential supporters […]

Greenrock announced the release of the fourth study in our offshore wind feasibility study series – a Wind Speed and Annual Energy Production Analysis. A spokesperson said, “This study was commissioned to understand more accurately how much electricity could be generated by an offshore wind farm in Bermuda. “Key points from the study are as follows: […]

The police have renewed their appeal for anyone with any information about the murder of Kyari Flood – who was fatally shot in February 2023 — to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “Around 1:00pm, Monday, February 13, 2023, police received a call from a member of the public who found the lifeless body […]

Police received reports of “multiple gunshots heard in the area of West Park Lane, Pembroke,” units were dispatched to the location to carry out checks and it “was reported that a bullet was found inside a residence in the area of Ingham Vale, Pembroke.” A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:10 pm on Tuesday, March 19th, […]

The police have renewed their appeal for anyone with any information about the murder of Laje Franklin – who was fatally shot in April 2022 — to please contact them. A police spokesperson said, “Two years ago, a passer-by found 18-year-old Laje Franklin’s lifeless body lying near the roundabout on the roadway leading to Clearwater Beach, St. […]

Police received reports of “multiple gunshots heard in the Parson’s Roads, Pembroke” area and officers were able to confirm that “a firearm was discharged based on forensic evidence recovered.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 11:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 28th, 2024, police received reports of multiple gunshots heard in the Parson’s Roads, Pembroke, area. […]

[Updating] A shooting occurred this afternoon [May 2] in Pembroke and multiple people have been shot, the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Around 2:05pm Thursday, 2nd May 2024, a firearm incident was reported in the Middletown Lane, Pembroke area. “Details are limited at this time. However, police and emergency medical personnel responded to […]

The Berkeley Institute has extended their condolences to the families of Razi Garland and Amon Robinson, noting that they “were cherished members of our graduating Class of 2023, and their loss has profoundly impacted our entire school community.” A spokesperson said, “It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we recognize the devastating news of […]

The cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway arrived in Bermuda yesterday [Sept 29], sailing into the west end. The Ministry of Transport previously said, “The Norwegian Breakaway will make six calls commencing September 29 [arriving Bermuda] from New York with an estimated 3,200 passengers per call.” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott previously said, “Passengers testing negative on […]

Two more superyachts recently paid a visit to Bermuda, with the Kiss, and the rather aptly named St David both seen in the east end. The YachtCharterFleet website said, “The 60m/196’10″ ‘St David’ [ex. Xanadu] motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Benetti is available for charter for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. This yacht features interior […]

The 220.2-foot long superyacht Neninka recently paid a visit to Bermuda. The Yacht Charter Fleet website said, “The 67.1m/220’2″ motor yacht ‘Neninka’ [ex. Aurora Borealis] was built by Amels in the Netherlands at their Vlissingen shipyard. Her interior is styled by British designer design house Winch Design and she was delivered to her owner in […]

The Berkeley Institute recently held its Long Service Awards, honoring 18 staff members for their service from 5 to 40 years. A spokesperson said, “To the Super Stars that Make Work Super! On Friday, June 7th, The Berkeley Institute celebrated their staff at its annual Long Service Awards Ceremony. There were 18 staff honoured, with tenures of service […]

Governor Rena Lalgie welcomed eight Gold Awardees — Kojo Darrell, Samai Dunn, Taj Lowery, Magnus Ringsted, Joanna Santiago, Maximilian Santiago, Jelani Simmons and Yari Tucker — to the Governor’s residence for the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, Gold Award Ceremony. A spokesperson said, “Yesterday, Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie welcomed eight Gold Awardees […]

The Bermuda Friendly Societies Association hosted their 21st Annual Sportsmanship Award. The award is to recognize and perpetuate the link between the Friendly Societies and the Origin of the Annual Cup Match Classic. The Umpires make the recommendation to the organization and this year winner was Luke Horan of the St. Georges Cricket Club. Bermuda […]

Auto Solutions Sales Associate Somers Smith has been recognized in the Top 3 Performers of Suzuki Sales Advisors in Q2-2024 for the Caribbean region, encompassing 26 territories. A spokesperson said, “The Sales Executive of the Quarter award recognizes outstanding performance and dedication. Mr. Smith’s achievement marks his fourth Sales Executive award, having previously been recognized […]

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club was ranked sixth in the Atlantic Islands by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards, highlighting its outstanding service and guest experiences. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is pleased to announce that it has been recognized in the top 20 in the World Resorts Category in the […]

The WeSpeak Teen Video Competition, themed “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” awarded Keante Simmons first place, with Zarah Siddiqi and Sophie Kulkarni in second and third. A spokesperson said, “The WeSpeak Teen Video Competition has concluded, and the outstanding young women of Bermuda have once again demonstrated their remarkable talent and vision. The competition theme, […]

The BOA Gender Diversity & Inclusion Committee will host a weekend celebrating women in sport, starting with a Young Girl’s Symposium on Friday [Nov 8] and culminating in the Women in Sport Leadership Awards on Sunday [Nov 10]. A spokesperson said, “As we approach the BOA Gender Diversity & Inclusion Committee’s highly anticipated weekend dedicated […]

In celebration of Founders Day, student leaders will offer tours of the Berkeley Institute from October 14 to October 17. A spokesperson said, “Founders Day is a very important tradition for The Berkeley Institute. As an institution, we take time to recognize and honour the history and legacy of those 11 men who had the […]

CedarBridge Academy students have “embarked on personal goals involving development of leadership qualities and have signed up with the Hamilton Rotary Club as Rotary Interact members.” A spokesperson said, “Students at CedarBridge Academy have started their year honing their leadership skills in preparation for the future. “They have embarked on personal goals involving development of […]

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 Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning [BCCL] is hosting a free Dyslexia Awareness Workshop and launching a screening program for parents on November 12th. A spokesperson said, “Building on the success of September’s Unlocking Potential: Dyslexia Awareness and Education Forum for teachers, the Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning [BCCL], along with Mindset Bermuda and The […]

Planet Math Bermuda said they must leave their current location, and said as ”we work to secure a new home, we invite anyone with access to a centrally located space suitable for educational use—with several rooms that could serve as classrooms—to consider partnering with us to support our mission.” A spokesperson said, “Planet Math Bermuda is […]

Adam Hall has now moved to Norfolk Tides which is the Minor League Baseball team of the International League and the Triple-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Hall took to the field for Norfolk to face off against the Durham Bulls the Triple-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, with Durham winning 5 – 4 […]

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 […]

The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Adam Hall‘s contract has been transferred to the Milwaukee Brewers. A Winnipeg Goldeyes report said, “The Winnipeg Goldeyes announced Sunday that the contract of outfielder Adam Hall has been transferred to the Milwaukee Brewers. “Hall becomes the first member of the Goldeyes to move to a Major League organization since fellow Canadian […]

Bermudian Adam Hall has featured for his new team, the Biloxi Shuckers, in their last two matches against the Tennessee Smokies at Keesler Federal Park. Hall, who was promoted to the Shuckers from the Rookie-level ACL Brewers on Thursday [June 13], went 1 for 3 from the plate and scored a run in the bottom […]

Bermudian Adam Hall continued his promising start for the Biloxi Shuckers after helping them to a 10-2 win over the Tennessee Smokies at Keesler Federal Park on Saturday [June 15]. Hall, who was promoted to the Shuckers from the Rookie-level ACL Brewers last week, went three for five at the plate, recording his first three-hit […]

Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall helped the Biloxi Shuckers to a 5-4 win at home to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos in the Double A Southern League yesterday [June 25]. In the second half, a sacrifice fly from Hall enabled Darrien Miller to score from third base. The series continues tonight at the Keesler Federal Park. […]

Baseball player Adam Hall recorded a double RBI to help the Biloxi Shuckers win their fourth straight match after beating the Chattanooga Lookouts 5-4 at AT&T Field in the Double A Southern League yesterday [July 9]. Hall’s two-hit night also extended his hit streak to nine games, the longest active streak on the Shuckers roster. […]

Baseball player Adam Hall extended his hitting streak to ten games for Biloxi Shuckers who beat Chattanooga Lookouts 11-2 at AT&T Field in the Double A Southern League yesterday [July 10]. Hall [1-for-4] recorded a second-inning single to help the Shuckers win their fifth successive game. The 25-year-old was promoted to the Shuckers from the […]

Baseball player Adam Hall played his part in Biloxi Shuckers 7-5 win over the Chattanooga Lookouts in the Double A Southern League at AT&T Field yesterday [July 14]. Hall, who went 2 for 5 with bat, tied the game at 4-4 with an RBI [Run batted in] single into right field. The 25-year-old was promoted […]

With a two-RBI triple in the ninth inning from Casey Martin, Adam Hall and his Biloxi Shuckers teammates led for the first time on the night and ended the game with their fifth consecutive comeback win, a 6-3 win over the Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium on Tuesday night. With the win, the Shuckers improved […]