Bermuda Broadcasting’s extensive live coverage of tomorrow’s iconic event begins at 7:30AM
It’s one of the most popular sporting and cultural events in the calendar … and Bermuda Broadcasting Company will bring it to you live.
The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby starts at 8:30AM tomorrow, and runners will make their way from Somerset Village, through the western parishes and along Harbour Road, before reaching the finish line at Bernard Park.
Bermuda Broadcasting’s coverage starts at 7:30AM with a special pre-race show, live on ZFB TV7, Power 95 FM radio, online at bbc.bm – and on our free app, Bermuda Today.
Once the race gets underway, we will follow every step of the runners with multiple cameras and live commentary.
Our coverage will continue through to the finish line and beyond, with post-race interviews, prize presentations and analysis.
Stay with Bermuda Broadcasting for dynamic, live coverage of the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby, starting tomorrow at 7:30AM.
Long Bay Rosé combines Provence wine with packaging designed for beach and boating life
A new rosé brand inspired by the island’s beach and boating lifestyle is making its debut just in time for summer.
Long Bay Rosé -created by four friends with ties to Bermuda – combines wine from France’s Provence region with innovative packaging designed for outdoor living.
The Bermuda Rugby Football Union has announced an action-packed few weeks ahead for the sport, with a thrilling lineup of international fixtures, special guest events, and vital community fundraising initiatives set to take over the island.
At the absolute center of the excitement is the arrival of the highly anticipated Bermuda Triangle Series. The tournament promises an epic week of high-intensity rugby at the National Sports Centre, bringing together three elite sides for three mouth-watering clashes. The round-robin tournament will see hosts Bermuda test their mettle against formidable regional opposition in the shape of USA South and the touring Atlantic Privateers.
With national pride and silverware on the line, the North Field is expected to draw passionate crowds as the local rugby community rallies behind the national team. The action kicks off this weekend, Saturday, May 23rd, when Bermuda face USA South at 3:00 PM. USA South then play the Atlantic Privateers on Tuesday, May 26th at 5:00 PM, before Bermuda wrap up the series against the Privateers on Saturday, May 30th at 3:00 PM.
Alongside the international matches, the Bermuda Rugby Football Union is rolling out community fundraising initiatives aimed at supporting youth development pathways across the island. With special guest events also on the itinerary, it shapes up to be a defining period for local rugby, showcasing the island’s premier facilities and its enduring reputation as a first-class host for international sport.
Upping our CARICOM membership fees to have a voice in regional affairs is worth it, panelists said at the latest Town Hall… although details on what benefits such a voice will bring remain vague
We need to deepen links with CARICOM so we can be ‘in the room where it happens’…
…that quote from the musical Hamilton encapsulates much of Government’s argument for pursuing full membership of CARICOM, and substantially upping our fees being paid to the Caribbean economic body.
At the latest Town Hall presentation in St George’s on Tuesday, former PLP MP Michael Scott said our current associate membership leaves us unable to shape regional policy.
“We cannot vote. We are excluded from discussions” he said. “Our aspirations are to participate around the table.”
Home Affairs Minister Alexa Lightbourne and Erica Smith, the BEDC’s Executive Director, said global instability is prompting us to create more regional partnerships now, for potential benefit in the future.
“There is a shifting time in our world that requires friendships before you need them”, Minister Lightbourne said.
Ms Smith added, “we’re influenced by British history, we’re influenced by our access to the United States… but could regionalism in the Caribbean provide us benefits, stability…?”
If and how Bermuda will definitively benefit from being a part of CARICOM policy meetings is still not clear, even after the latest public Town Hall.
The Green Paper published by Government highlights discussions on shipping routes and food production as places where Bermuda could be given a voice through full membership, but it remains to be seen how Bermuda would both contribute and/or benefit.
As for the increase in fees, which could shoot up to $2.28 million annually according to the Green Paper, Minister Lightbourne said that figure is still up for negotiation because, as a British Overseas Territory, we cannot fully engage with all aspects of full CARICOM membership.
“It is a bespoke relationship that we’re seeking to evolve”, she said, “because we would not be able to concede to all of the current treaty provisions…
“…and so that number was factually put out there to inform based on the current calculation that the Secretariat uses, but it does not contemplate the negotiations and the other things that must ensue prior, that would make that figure final.”
Reading the room, public opinion on CARICOM is heavily divided.
An attendee said this is not the time to make such a move to full membership, while another said a referendum is the best way for Government to truly represent the people’s interests on this matter.
One commenter said Government should do “whatever it takes” to become full members, and another said resistance to CARICOM is rooted in racism.
Moderator Malika Cartwright closed out the meeting by saying that Bermuda should no longer be sitting at the ‘kiddie table’ in CARICOM…
“Do we want to take a seat among our own people”, she said, “or do we want to keep explaining from outside the room, or at the ‘kid’s table’ is the way that I seem to see it sometimes…
“I don’t want to tell my daughter why we were never there… and all of us have asked previous generations why they didn’t do something, and why it’s been left to us to do.”
The prestigious College Open Eastern National Semifinals have drawn to a dramatic close, with host South Florida delivering a masterclass in high-stakes sailing. Crews from across the region pushed their 420 fleets to the absolute limit, battling relentless coastal winds and shifting currents for a coveted spot in the upcoming national finals.
When the final tallies were settled, a spectacular finish from Christian Ebbin helped guide Tulane University to a podium finish, while PJ Rodrigues and Jordan Vieira endured a grueling regatta to place 16th with Eckerd College.
It was a regatta defined by tactical maturity and exceptional consistency for Christian Ebbin and the Tulane University team. Throughout the event, Tulane remained firmly in the upper echelons of the standings, accumulating just 90 points to secure a brilliant third-place finish overall. Ebbin was the undisputed catalyst for that podium charge. Competing in a relentless B Division, he navigated crowded start lines and heavy traffic with immense composure.
His crowning moment came in the final race of the regatta. Under intense pressure, Ebbin produced a flawless tactical drive to cross the line first, sealing a magnificent race win. That grand finale locked his boat into eighth place in the B Division with 42 points, providing the crucial mathematical edge Tulane needed to book their ticket to the national finals.
Further down the leaderboard, it proved to be an uphill struggle for the Eckerd College contingent. Facing the elite of collegiate sailing, the duo of Rodrigues and Vieira fought hard but ultimately concluded their campaign in 16th place overall. Rodrigues took on the daunting challenge of spearheading Eckerd’s A Division boat. It proved to be a punishing shift on the water, with Rodrigues fighting through a dense fleet to finish 16th in his division on 89 points.
On the adjacent course, teammate Vieira commanded the Eckerd ‘B’ boat campaign. Finding slightly cleaner air in the early exchanges, Vieira put together a battling performance to secure 16th place in the B Division with 74 points. While Eckerd will look to regroup and unlock more pace from their 420 fleet in the off-season, Ebbin and Tulane fly home with their heads held high and their eyes firmly fixed on the National Championship.
While Crystal Anthony grabbed the headlines by defending her title in the grueling 115-mile SOLO race at the Rule of Three regatta, it was a monumental ride from Gabriella Arnold that stole the hearts of the chasing pack in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Tackling one of the most punishing tests on the off-road calendar—which forces riders onto tarmac, gravel, and singletrack on a single bike—Arnold put on an absolute masterclass in gritty endurance for the Velocio // Exploro team.
As Anthony checked out at the front to win in 7:02:59, Arnold found herself locked in a fierce, multi-rider dogfight across the dusty Ozark Mountains. Displaying incredible tactical pacing, she weathered the brutal climbs and chossy terrain that broke so many others in the field.
Arnold kept her composure through the punishing final singletrack sectors, crossing the line in 7:43:03 to secure a heroic and well-deserved third-place finish. Her clinical performance solidifies her status in the elite tier of mixed-terrain racing, capping off a spectacular weekend for the rising star.
Census data supports long-term planning and policy development in areas such as healthcare, education, housing, labour, infrastructure, and social services
The Ministry of Economy and Labour is reminding residents that the 2026 Census of Population and Housing officially begins tomorrow, May 21, following today’s Census Day.
Held once every ten years, the national Census provides a comprehensive snapshot of Bermuda’s population and housing as of May 20, 2026, and plays a critical role in shaping the island’s future.
The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, urges all residents to participate and make their voices count in this vital national initiative.
“Bermuda’s Census is one of the most important national exercises we undertake because it helps us understand who we are as an island and what our people need to thrive,” said Minister Hayward. “This year’s theme, ‘Fill the Gap,’ reflects the importance of closing the gap between assumptions and evidence and ensuring that decisions affecting Bermuda are based on accurate and reliable information.”
Census data supports long-term planning and policy development in areas such as healthcare, education, housing, labour, infrastructure, and social services. It also helps identify demographic trends, workforce changes, migration patterns, and shifts in housing needs.
Act now by completing the Census online using the e-Census platform at census.gov.bm. If you haven’t received your instruction letter, contact the Department of Statistics promptly.
To ensure accessibility for all residents, Census participation options also include telephone interviews and in-person assistance. Computers are available at the Department of Statistics for members of the public who may not have internet access at home, and field interviewers will assist seniors and others requiring additional support.
The Ministry also reminded residents that all information collected through the Census is strictly confidential and protected under the Statistics Act 2002. Individual responses will never be shared publicly, but collectively will be used for statistical purposes.
Residents should complete the Census based on where they usually live and sleep as of Census Day, May 20, 2026. One person may complete the Census on behalf of an entire household and should include everyone who usually lives in the home, including babies and household members temporarily overseas, hospitalised, or away for study or vacation.
Participation in the Census is mandatory.
Minister Hayward added, “Every household, every family, and every individual counts. By participating, residents help create a clearer and more accurate picture of Bermuda, one that will guide important decisions for years to come.”
For more information about Bermuda’s 2026 Census of Population and Housing, call 2977761, email census@gov.bm or visit census.gov.bm.
Minister Owen Darrell is encouraging the public to take part in this year’s Bermuda Day celebrations as the island prepares for Friday’s annual parade through Hamilton.
Minister Darrell said this year’s Heritage Month theme, “For The Culture,” reflects Bermuda’s traditions and shared future, adding that the parade continues to unite the community through culture, music and performance.
Owen Darrell is encouraging the public to take part in this year’s Bermuda Day celebrations as the island prepares for Friday’s annual parade through Hamilton.
Minister Darrell said this year’s Heritage Month theme, “For The Culture,” reflects Bermuda’s traditions and shared future, adding that the parade continues to unite the community through culture, music and performance.
The broadcast will feature live commentary and interviews with Premier David Burt and other guests, while showcasing performances from the Royal Bermuda Regiment Band, majorettes, drumlines, dance groups, music trucks and Bermuda’s iconic Gombeys.
The parade begins at 1:30 p.m. from Albuoy’s Point, travelling along Front Street before ending at the junction of Marsh Folly Road and Dutton Avenue.
Motorists are reminded that roads into the City of Hamilton will close from 7:30 a.m. for Bermuda Day events, including the Half Marathon Derby, with the public encouraged to arrive early for viewing spots.
The Bermuda Bicycle Association is preparing for the return of the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race and SPMR Youth Classic on Friday as part of Bermuda Day celebrations.
The races begin at 8:20 a.m. and form part of the island’s annual Bermuda Day festivities alongside the Bermuda Half Marathon Derby and Bermuda Day Parade.
The Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race, which honours Bermudian cyclist Sinclair Packwood, is regarded as one of Bermuda’s premier cycling events and is known for its fast-paced racing and sprint finish into Hamilton.
Youth riders aged 9 to 14 will compete in the SPMR Youth Classic from Red Hole in Paget, while Open and Junior riders will race from Somerset to Hamilton.
Six-time winner Dominique Mayho said the atmosphere surrounding the event continues to make it one of Bermuda’s most exciting races.
The BBA is encouraging spectators to support riders safely, reminding the public that cyclists will be travelling at high speeds, particularly near Hamilton. Roads will close to motorised traffic from 7:30 a.m.
Registration for both races closes at 6 p.m. tonight, with no late entries accepted.
The surge in oil prices to above $100 a barrel will push up inflation and depress sentiment among firms and households, it added
International News via Reuters:
The euro zone economy will slow in 2026 after war in the Middle East triggered the second energy shock in less than five years with the severity of the hit determined by how long the conflict drags on, the European Commission said on Thursday.
The surge in oil prices to above $100 a barrel will push up inflation and depress sentiment among firms and households, it added.
“Before the end of February 2026, the EU economy was set to keep expanding at a moderate pace alongside a further decline in inflation, but the outlook has changed substantially since the outbreak of the conflict,” the EU executive said in a statement.
The European Commission now forecasts euro zone gross domestic product growth will slow to 0.9% in 2026 from 1.3% in 2025, with a rise of 1.2% in 2027. In its last set of forecasts in November, the expectations were respectively 1.2% and 1.4%.
The EU executive also raised its forecasts for inflation to 3.0% in 2026 from a previous 1.9% and to 2.3% in 2027 from 2.0%, reinforcing the case for a rise in European Central Bank interest rates.
The ECB is all but certain to increase borrowing costs at its next meeting on June 11 after disruption to the Strait of Hormuz shipping lane caused a spike in oil prices and pushed inflation in the euro area well above the bank’s 2% target. Financial markets expect one or two further moves in the following 12 months.
NO REBOUND SEEN IF WAR DRAGS ON
The Commission said the principal risk to its forecasts was the duration of the Middle East conflict. The data underpinning its estimates had cutoffs of late April to early May and although a fragile ceasefire is in place between the U.S. and Iran, Hormuz remains effectively closed.
In view of the uncertainty, the EU executive said it had drawn up an alternative scenario based on longer disruption, in which energy prices would peak in late 2026 and only gradually return to baseline levels by the end of 2027. Inflation in this case would not ease and the economy would not rebound in 2027.
European Economy Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis said that under the adverse scenario the forecasts for growth this year and next would roughly halve.
In its main forecast, the Commission said domestic consumption was expected to remain the principal driver of growth, even though consumer sentiment dropped to a 40-month low when the United States and Israel launched air strikes their on Iran. Business investment is likely to be constrained by tighter financing conditions, lower profits and heightened uncertainty, while weaker overseas demand is curbing growth of exports.
Nevertheless, the EU executive said investments in supply diversification, decarbonisation and lower energy consumption meant the EU economy was better placed to manage the current shock than the one seen in 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Reporting by Philip Blenkinsop; Editing by Toby Chopra
The latest micro forest project at Fort William marks the 29th site created to combat invasive species
Another micro forest has taken root in the east end – this time blending ecological restoration with cultural heritage.
It’s a partnership between the St. George’s Foundation and the Bermuda Zoological Society that promises long-term benefits for both wildlife and the community.
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