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Men Charged With False Information Offences

[Updated] Two men appeared in Magistrates Court today [Aug 20] charged with alleged offenses which are understood to be in connection with the report of a rattlesnake. Victor Bahia, 31, was charged with allegedly transmitting a false message contrary to section 66 of the Electronic Communications Act, and Alvaro Cro, 55, was charged with allegedly […]

20th, August 2026, 10:33pm

BermudAir Expand Newark & TCI Service

BermudAir has announced a new twice-weekly nonstop service from Newark to South Caicos, launching this winter. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir, the leading premium leisure carrier to Bermuda and the Caribbean, today announced the launch of the New York area’s first-ever nonstop service to South Caicos [XSC], with twice-weekly flights from Newark Liberty International Airport [EWR] […]

20th, August 2026, 10:28pm

Illegal Bird Imports Remain Under Investigation

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is continuing to investigate the “recent discovery of illegally imported birds, including emus.” Following the initial statement, Bernews sent the Department a number of questions about the birds, and in response a spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources understands the public interest regarding the recent discovery of illegally […]

20th, August 2026, 09:52pm

Appleby Acts As Counsel To Goldman Sachs

Appleby acted as Bermuda legal counsel to Goldman Sachs on the establishment of West Grove Re, a new Bermuda-domiciled reinsurance sidecar. A spokesperson said, “Goldman Sachs, in partnership with Talcott Financial Group and its subsidiaries launched West Grove Re, Ltd. a new Bermuda-domiciled reinsurance sidecar for the purpose of accessing expected significant near-term investment opportunities […]

20th, August 2026, 08:34pm

AM Best: Bermuda Dominant, Cayman Increasing

“While Bermuda continues to be the dominant offshore domicile, the Cayman Islands increased their share of the market in 2025,” according to a recent statement from AM Best. A spokesperson said, “The amount of annuity reserves ceded offshore continued to increase in 2025 and now represent more than half of ceded annuity reserves as companies manage […]

20th, August 2026, 08:16pm

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Assured

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “aa” [Superior] of Assured Guaranty Re Overseas Ltd. [AGRO] [Bermuda] and said the outlook of these Credit Ratings is stable. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect AGRO’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses […]

20th, August 2026, 08:11pm

Sandys PLP Members Invited To Hayward Event

Sandys PLP members are invited to a Team Hayward Meet & Greet with Minister Jason Hayward at Allen Temple AME Church this evening. A spokesperson said, “Sandys PLP members are warmly invited to attend a Team Hayward Meet & Greet with the Hon. Jason Hayward, Minister of Economy and Labour. “This gathering is an opportunity […]

20th, August 2026, 07:53pm

Five Cyclists To Represent Bermuda In Belize

Jacob Wright, Keon Stevens, Jonah MacGuinness, Dylan Eiselt and Jens Drea will represent the island at the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Bicycle Association has named a five-rider national team to represent Bermuda at the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize. “The championships bring together […]

20th, August 2026, 07:45pm

Appleby Earns Citywealth Award Nominations

Appleby has been recognised in the 2027 Citywealth International Financial Centre Awards, with Claire Van Overdijk KC and Sam Williams shortlisted individually and the firm nominated for Law Firm of the Year in the Caribbean and Isle of Man categories. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is pleased to celebrate its recognition in the 2027 Citywealth International […]

20th, August 2026, 07:41pm

Kiwon Waldron Wins At Hoosier Park

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron returned to the winner’s circle at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, guiding Rockin Pet to victory in Race 4. Waldron drove the pacer to first place in the Pace event in 1:55.4. He later returned to the sulky for Race 8 aboard Happy To Help in the Trot […]

20th, August 2026, 07:32pm
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