Bermudian sailor Sebastian Kempe recorded third and second-place finishes on the second day of the Elimination Series at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men’s World Championship in Dún Laoghaire, Ireland. The two top-three finishes moved Kempe into third place in the Silver Fleet and 50th overall with 121 net points after nine races. Racing began at […]
29th, August 2026, 10:08pm
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, August 29th. On Saturday the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship is expected, on Sunday the Independence of the Seas cruise ship will arrive, and on Monday the Oleander container ship and the Norwegian Aqua cruise ship are […]
29th, August 2026, 08:00pm
AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” [Superior] of the members of Athene Group. A statement from the rating agency said, “ Athene is the consolidation of the organization’s U.S. operating companies, along with its affiliated reinsurance companies domiciled in Bermuda. In addition, AM Best […]
29th, August 2026, 07:00pm
Based on the 1609 wreck of the Sea Venture, Ted Hill’s new book — The Admiral’s Island: The Bermuda Castaways of 1609 — recounts what is described as “one of history’s most remarkable stories of leadership, survival, and unlikely discovery.” The book’s synopsis said, “In 1609, a fleet of ships sails from Plymouth carrying the […]
29th, August 2026, 07:00pm
The Bermuda Stock Exchange will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of the Bermuda Labour Day public holiday and will reopen on Tuesday, September 8. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the Exchange will be closed on Monday, 7 September 2026, in observance of the Bermuda Labour Day […]
29th, August 2026, 06:46pm
August 28 saw 100 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $5,815.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 3.1% at $58.15 per share. The BSX finished at 3,750.77, down 2.76% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 42 remained unchanged. The full report […]
29th, August 2026, 06:15pm
Auto Solutions announced the groundbreaking of a brand-new showroom, saying the ”purpose-built showroom is expected to take approximately 14 months to complete and will create a modern, technology-driven environment designed to enhance the vehicle-buying experience.” “This is an important milestone for Auto Solutions and reflects our continued investment in the future of the automotive experience in […]
28th, August 2026, 10:01pm
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] reminded the public, as well as operators and staff of liquor-licenced premises, of “their responsibilities regarding alcohol and minors.” A police spokesperson said, “This advisory follows recent reports received by the BPS involving alcohol consumption by minors at a liquor-licenced establishment. Inquiries are ongoing. “Under section 1 of the Liquor […]
28th, August 2026, 08:16pm
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is contacting families affected by technical issues with the new online After-School Programme registration system. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, through the Office of Youth Affairs, is contacting parents and guardians who registered online for after-school programmes to advise them […]
28th, August 2026, 08:13pm
Multiple road closures and temporary traffic changes will be in effect in St. George’s from Tuesday, September 1 through Sunday, September 27, to accommodate work on the Swing Bridge pre-construction. A Government spokesperosn said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public that work on the Swing Bridge pre-construction detour route in […]
28th, August 2026, 08:11pm