The friendly but fierce rivalry of Cup Match is on display from one end of the island to the other, as decorations can be seen across the island, as people show support for their Cup Match team in advance of the annual classic. For extensive coverage of Cup Match spanning over a decade, visit our […]
29th, July 2026, 06:37pm
A trip in July 2026 by Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell to Ponta Delgada, Azores cost $4,222.77, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from July 11, 2026 – July 15, 2026, and the web page listing said, “The Hon Owen K […]
29th, July 2026, 06:15pm
Thursday, July 30 is expected to see a cloudy and damp start, becoming brighter into the afternoon, with the high to be near 31°C/87°F and the low to be near 27°C/80°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 83%. Sunrise will be […]
29th, July 2026, 06:00pm
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment says that, “following extensive investigations, no evidence has been found to indicate the presence of a rattlesnake in the reported search area.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that, following extensive investigations, no evidence has been found to indicate the presence of […]
29th, July 2026, 05:57pm
The Ministry of Public Works advised the public of traffic and parking restrictions that will be in effect in Sandys Parish for the 2026 Annual Cup Match Classic. A Government spokesperson said,” The restrictions will apply from 6:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2026, until midnight, and from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, […]
29th, July 2026, 01:05pm
Fortitude Re has donated $50,000 to the Bermuda Education Network to support literacy programs and educational initiatives for students across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd., [“Fortitude Re”] today announced a $50,000 donation to the Bermuda Education Network [BEN] through Fortitude Re 4 Good, the company’s umbrella for charitable giving, volunteerism and community partnerships. This contribution […]
29th, July 2026, 01:00pm
[Opinion column written by the OBA's Thomas Harvey] How much longer can Bermuda continue to ignore the condition of our roads and infrastructure? Have you noticed the sinking impressions, depressions and areas where sections of our roads are deplorable? Could the increasing size and weight of modern vehicles, particularly heavy trucks and construction vehicles, be […]
29th, July 2026, 12:57pm
BELCO is advising that a fraudulent email is being distributed to members of the public. BELCO’s Director of Communications & Corp. Strategy Krista Barnes said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has advised that a fraudulent email is being distributed and should be deleted. “The e-mail, supposedly sent from BELCO’s Customer Service Team, asks recipients […]
29th, July 2026, 12:55pm
Due to weather challenges today [July 29] the HSBC Hamilton Truck Motorcade has been cancelled, however HSBC will be hosting a Branch Party at their Harbourview branch on Front Street from 12pm to 2pm today, with Cup Match flags to distributed, an appearance by the Gombeys and more. A spokesperson said, “Tanya Bule, Head of […]
29th, July 2026, 11:59pm
Community members gathered at the statue of Sally Bassett at Cabinet Grounds to “join in highlighting the lessons drawn” from emancipation. A spokesperson said, “Representatives from stakeholders in the community gathered at the statue of Sally Bassett at the Cabinet Grounds. They included Joan Dillas Wright [Senate President] and Roy Wright [retired Dean of Liberal […]
29th, July 2026, 11:50pm