August 24 saw 1,200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $32,510.00 BD. 1,200 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 0.4% at $27.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,857.27, down 0.03% on the day. There were 0 advances, 2 declines, and 44 remained unchanged. The full report for the day […]
25th, August 2026, 06:15pm
Severe thunderstorms caused temporary ground stops at L.F. Wade International Airport over the weekend, disrupting ground handling operations and resulting in delays to multiple flights including ones operated by British Airways, Air Canada, JetBlue, United and American Airlines. In response to queries from Bernews, a Skyport spokesperson said, “Ground handling operations at L.F. Wade International Airport were […]
24th, August 2026, 07:43pm
The police are “warning members of the public to remain vigilant against recent scam attempts involving compromised WhatsApp accounts and the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence [AI], including deep fake technology, to impersonate trusted individuals and defraud victims.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning members of the public to remain […]
24th, August 2026, 07:11pm
A motorcycle rider was taken to hospital following a collision involving a motorcycle and a rental minicar on Blue Hole Hill in Hamilton Parish. A police spokesperson said, “Around 5:15pm today Monday, 24th August 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a two vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle […]
24th, August 2026, 06:49pm
The official Government and Legal notices for today [August 24] include acting appointments and contracts. Head Of The Public Service Notice type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0758/2026 Public Authorities / Department: The Cabinet Office Publication date: 24 August, 2026 Government Notice No. Acting Appointment Head Of The Public Service The […]
24th, August 2026, 06:37pm
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced that Bermuda has formally joined the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance [GEEA] following the signing of the Alliance’s establishing Declaration by Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne. A Government spokesperson said, “Led by the United Arab Emirates’ [UAE] Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the Global Energy Efficiency Alliance brings together […]
24th, August 2026, 05:17pm
HSBC Bermuda announced the “rollout of a new fleet of ATMs across the island, representing a significant investment in enhancing customers’ everyday banking experience. ” A spokesperson said, “The upgraded machines deliver faster, more reliable self-service banking through improved technology and expanded functionality, making routine transactions easier and more convenient. “The new ATMs feature advanced […]
24th, August 2026, 04:54pm
Bermudian Adam Hall hit a solo home run and added a single as the Winnipeg Goldeyes lost 4-2 to the Sioux City Explorers in the American Association West. Hall tied the game at 1-1 with his home run to left field in the third inning at Lewis & Clark Park. He later singled in the […]
24th, August 2026, 04:52pm
Bermuda’s next generation will have an opportunity to explore careers, entrepreneurship and emerging opportunities across tourism, travel, technology and the creator economy when the inaugural Bermuda Youth Travel & Creator Summit takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI]. A spokesperson said, “Designed primarily for young people ages 14 […]
24th, August 2026, 04:40pm
The Ministry of Education said they have “received the 2026 Cambridge assessment results, which are currently progressing through the Department of Education’s established review and reporting process.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department is presently reviewing and compiling the results to ensure that the information is appropriately analyzed and presented before being shared with schools, […]
24th, August 2026, 04:25pm