The PLP issued a statement following the change in Opposition Leader, stating that Mr. Smith has “been chosen by his colleagues as the 8th Opposition Leader in 9 years.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party acknowledges the change in Opposition Leadership following a reported vote of No Confidence by OBA MPs and the subsequent […]
6th, February 2026, 09:14pm
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell has accepted an invitation to compete in the Bermuda Motocross Association’s Celebrity Motocross Race this Sunday. Bernews asked the Minister about his participation and he said, “The Bermuda Motocross Association did officially invite me to take part in the Celebrity Motocross Race on February 8, […]
6th, February 2026, 09:10pm
The police issued nineteen tickets for speeding ”within a period of approximately one hour” on Thursday afternoon. Yesterday, the police said, “As we continue our stepped up roads policing activity, officers located on Frog Lane, Devonshire, this afternoon issued nineteen tickets for speeding. “The highest recorded speed was 74 kmh. Four tickets were issued for vehicles that […]
6th, February 2026, 09:04pm
The Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda will support the participation of up to two residents in a Summer Program in the Azores. A spokesperson said, “The Portuguese Cultural Association of Bermuda [PCA] is pleased to announce that it will support the participation of up to two residents of Bermuda of Azorean descent in the FLAD […]
6th, February 2026, 08:55pm
The Bermuda National Athletics Association will host a track and field meet at the Flora Duffy Stadium tomorrow [February 7]. The meet is open to all ages and starts at noon. “Get ready to race, compete, and bring the energy,” read a BNAA social media post. “This is a full meet open to all ages.” […]
6th, February 2026, 08:22pm
At Warwick Lanes this week, the top teams in the Second Spring Senior Bowling League strengthened their positions with decisive wins. League leaders Blue Angels defeated Drifters 4–0, maintaining their lead in the standings. Second-placed Pinsplitters also won 4–0, shutting out Last Pin to keep the title race between the top two teams. Third-placed Islanders […]
6th, February 2026, 08:19pm
Bermuda national team footballer Logan Jiménez scored in Hibernian Under-19’s 2-2 draw away to Rangers Under-19 in the Club Acadeny Scotland Elite Under-19 league on Tuesday [February 3]. Jiménez, who signed professional terms for the Scottish Premiership side last season, netted his side’s second goal with a header. Hibernian Under-19 are unbeaten in 22 league […]
6th, February 2026, 07:41pm
OBA MPs voted to remove Robert King as Opposition Leader, Ben Smith was officially sworn in as the new Opposition Leader, Government says ‘unsettled weather conditions’ expected, Police confirm report of body found is false, City of Hamilton announces 2026 events calendar, Hamilton Princess & Beach Club to honour Charles-Etta Simmons, Glenn Jones, and Sophia […]
6th, February 2026, 07:00pm
“All Provinces and Dioceses of the Anglican Communion that are active in the British Overseas Territories remain in communion with the See of Canterbury,” the Second Church Estates Commissioner Marsha de Cordova said. During the British Parliament’s session on February 4th, MP Andrew Rosindell, Reform UK MP for Romford, asked: “To ask the hon. Member […]
6th, February 2026, 06:42pm
February 5 saw 100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $2,180.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 0.2% at $21.80 per share. The BSX finished at 3,281.51, down 0.01% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
6th, February 2026, 06:15pm