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Photo Set #1: 2026 Bermuda Pride Parade

July 4, 2026

The 2026 Bermuda Pride Parade was held today [July 4] under the theme “Deep Roots.” A spokesperson previously said, “The ‘Deep Roots’ theme reflects a commitment to stability, trust, and an unshakeable presence within the island’s culture. It acknowledges that LGBTQ+ Bermudians have always been a part of the social and cultural fabric of the …

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Warwick Worken’s Club dismissed as

July 4, 2026

Warwick Worken’s Club dismissed as rumour PHC’s challenge for their Western Counties Cup crown on Saturday, dismantling their parish neighbours with consummate ease, as they strolled to a 139-run victory at White Hill Field.

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TNN News reached out to

July 4, 2026

TNN News reached out to respected spiritual leader and pastor Dr. Maria Seaman to discuss what she described as the moral decline in Bermuda’s leadership and to ask why more voices from the pulpit have not publicly addressed the conduct and standards expected of the island’s political leaders.

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Bermuda Pride March 2026 celebrates equality and freedom

July 4, 2026

Hundreds took to the streets of Hamilton today to celebrate freedom, community and the fight for LGBTQ+ acceptance.
The 2026 Bermuda Pride Parade started with a midafternoon gathering at Victoria Park…

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2026 Bermuda Pride Parade

July 4, 2026

2026 Bermuda Pride Parade (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Video: Gymnast Aria Divine Wins Medals In UK

July 4, 2026

Bermudian gymnast Aria Divine claimed several medals at the Baskervilles Invitational at the City of Bristol Gymnastics Club in England. Competing in the IGA Level 6 competition, the 13-year-old won gold in the floor and vault, silver on the beam and uneven bars, and was crowned overall champion in her category. Divine, whose older brother, …

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World Athletics Interviews Donna Raynor

July 4, 2026

World Athletics has featured Bermudian Donna Raynor, who reflects on her leadership journey and her efforts to empower more women to take on leadership roles in athletics. The World Athletics website said, “Donna Raynor has dedicated decades of her life to leadership and service in athletics. She is a former president of the Bermuda National …

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Triathlon: BTA’s Tri A Tri Series Results

July 4, 2026

The Bermuda Triathlon Association’s Tri A Tri Series returned to Clearwater Beach, featuring multiple formats and distances designed to develop local multisport athletes. In the primary event, which consisted of a 200-meter swim, 8-kilometer bike ride, and 2-kilometer run, Bermudian competitor Ian Henderson secured the overall victory with a time of 26 minutes, 36 seconds. …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

New point person for the Old Town

July 4, 2026

He will serve as transition consultant to ensure seamless governance for St. George’s. Media Release: The Mayor of the Corporation of St. George’s, Quinell Francis, JP, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Richard L. James as ActingCorporation Secretary and Transition Consultant, effective 2 July 2026. This appointment follows the departure of Ms. Candy-Lee […]

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Motorists urged to avoid Cemetery Road

July 4, 2026

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public of a lane closure on Cemetery Road in Pembroke Parish to accommodate emergency BELCO wo

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Premier’s full remarks as he shuffles Cabinet

July 4, 2026

Perinchief named national security minister, Rabain takes education role

Media Release:

Earlier today, during a Swearing In ceremony at Government H

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Opinion: The PLP is going backwards with education

July 4, 2026

Statement by Ben Smith, Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Education Minister

The resignation of the Minister of Education presented Premier Burt with an op

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting July 4

July 4, 2026

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, July 4th. On Saturday the Independence of the Seas and the Norwegian Jewel cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Norwegian Aqua and the Vision of the …

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Minister lauds major upgrades at Grotto Bay

July 4, 2026

The Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, MP, attended a luncheon hosted by Grotto Bay Beach Resort on June 29th&

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

No snake found after extensive search

July 4, 2026

An intensive six-hour search of 52,000 square feet failed to locate the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake and the public is urged to report sightings and avoid co

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Robinson Perinchief takes on national security

July 4, 2026

Ryan Robinson Perinchief has just had a meteoric rise in political service.
On Thursday the 29-year-old was working as a lawyer and financial executive.
Yesterday, he was appointed to the Senate and …

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Gas station thief gets suspended sentence

July 4, 2026

A man who stole more than $48,000 in merchandise from his former employer has received a suspended prison sentence in Magistrates’ Court.
Kadeem Abraham, 37, admitted stealing $48,492.50 worth of alc…

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The poisoned chalice is handed back

July 4, 2026

Neither Crystal Caesar nor her predecessor Diallo Rabain had an easy run in charge of the Ministry of Education.
One commentator close to the Progressive Labour Party this week described it as “a poi…

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Co-accused in $1.2m theft trial gives closing speech to jury

July 4, 2026

A co-accused in a $1.2 million theft trial has accused police of launching “a lazy investigation” during her closing speech to the jury.
Keiva Maronie Durham, 44, and her husband Jaymo Durham, 55, are…

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Road closures today around Mount Hill community event

July 4, 2026

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public of road closures on Mount Hill and Berkeley Road, Pembroke, on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Royal Gazette / Sport

PHC rocked by player shortage

July 4, 2026

PHC have been ravaged by a severe player shortage that threatens to undermine their hopes of wrestling the Western Counties trophy away from champions Warwick in the opening round of the 50-overs comp…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Tyler Smith and Nick Pilgrim in continental showdown in Chile

July 4, 2026

Triathlete Tyler Smith feels blessed to be racing against his compatriot at the Americas Triathlon Championships Antofagasta in Chile today.
Smith will be lining up against 33 competitors in the men’s…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Jackson Langley and Ollie Hayward eye Junior World Triathlon Championships

July 4, 2026

Jackson Langley and Oliver Hayward will be targeting spots at the World Triathlon Championship Finals in Pontevedra, Spain, in September, when they compete at the Americas Triathlon Championships Anto…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Search is on for the biggest blue marlin

July 4, 2026

Today is the day! Quite apart from American friends celebrating 250 years of independence, nearly 200 boats are combing the world’s oceans for a huge blue marlin that will capture the Blue Marlin Worl…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Barnett and Somerville to compete for Bermuda

July 4, 2026

Benjamin Barnett and Connor Somerville will represent Bermuda at the seventh stop of the 2026 Norceca Beach Volleyball Tour, which takes place in Roatán Island, Honduras, from July 10 to 12.
The team …

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Longevity problem no one talks about

July 4, 2026

Here’s a question worth sitting with: if a treatment became available that could safely extend your life by 15 to 20 years – pushing your lifespan to 110 or beyond – would you take it?
Ten years ago,…

Business / Royal Gazette

Does working just to build more wealth make sense?

July 4, 2026

Dear Dave,
My husband loves his job, works a regular schedule and he makes over $180,000 a year. I love my work as a part-time substitute teacher in our local school system.
We are debt-free, except …

Bernews / Sport

Harvey Wins Bronze At Fran Crippen Swim Meet

July 4, 2026

Emma Harvey earned a bronze medal and made multiple final appearances at the 2026 Fran Crippen Memorial Swim Meet of Champions, held at the Marguerite Aquatics Complex in Southern California. The Bermudian swimmer opened the competition in the 100-meter long course backstroke. Harvey advanced from the morning preliminaries as the third-fastest qualifier with a time …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Why our relationship with the U.S. endures

July 4, 2026

OBA wishes the USA a happy 250th birthday

Statement by Ben Smith, Leader of the Opposition:

The relationship between Bermuda and the United States

Bernews / Business

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 3 2026

July 4, 2026

July 3 saw 1,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $39,750.00 BD. 1,500 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 1.9% at $26.50 per share. The BSX finished at 3,746.76, up 0.13% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day …

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OBA: Rabain appointment ‘a slap in the face’

July 3, 2026

The reappointment of Diallo Rabain as Minister of Education is “slap in the face” to educators, parents and students, the One Bermuda Alliance charged last night.
Ben Smith, the Leader of the Opposit…

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Premier David Burt appointed Ryan

July 3, 2026

Premier David Burt appointed Ryan Robinson Perinchief to the Senate and as the Minister of National Security. Minister Diallo Rabain was announced as the Minister of Education. And Rev. Dr. Emily Gail Dill was appointed as the Minister for the Cabinet Office. Additionally, Minister Alexa Lightbourne will assume responsibility for Digital Transformation in addition to her current responsibilities.

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Oil prices little changed as US-Iran peace efforts hold

July 3, 2026

Brent futures were up 14 cents, or 0.19%, at $71.94 a barrel by 2:31 p.m. ET (1831 GMT), ending the week just 5 cents lower than last Friday’s close

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Soccer-Portugal relieved but unconvincing as Spain loom in World Cup last 16

July 3, 2026

Led by Cristiano Ronaldo and billed as one of the main contenders, they have looked more functional than frightening, mixing quality with the inconsistency that

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Mexico City tightens crowd controls for World Cup match with England after deadly celebrations

July 3, 2026

Authorities said a security perimeter would be established along Reforma Avenue, where fans have been gathering in the thousands to watch Mexico play on dozens

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Death toll of Venezuela earthquakes rises to 2,645

July 3, 2026

More than 12,000 were wounded and some 15,000 left homeless by the disaster, the ministry said

International News via Reuters:

The death toll in Ven

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The Ministry confirms that the

July 3, 2026

The Ministry confirms that the rattlesnake was not found during an intensive search conducted on Thursday, 2 July.

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Rattlesnake hunt continues in Southampton

July 3, 2026

Officials combed 52,000 sq ft of ground over six hours in Southampton yesterday in search of an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake sighted last month in the Gibbs Hill area, but were unable to track down…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Returning Education Minister is ‘not looking backwards’

July 3, 2026

Diallo Rabain talked about priorities as he retook the reins at the helm of the Education Ministry today…

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Tracing Crystal Caesar’s tenure as Education Minister

July 3, 2026

It’s a long and winding road that has led Diallo Rabain all the way back to his previous role as Education Minister. Gary Foster Skelton traces Crystal Caesar’s

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The resignation of the Minister

July 3, 2026

The resignation of the Minister of Education presented Premier Burt with an opportunity to reset public education. Instead, he chose to go backwards by reappointing the very minister many parents, teachers and education stakeholders had lost confidence in.

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

New Minister of National Security sworn in, Rabain returns as Education Minister

July 3, 2026

Premier David Burt announced a ministerial reshuffle this afternoon at Government House after replacing Crystal Caesar, Michael Weeks and Wayne Furbert in his C

Bernews / News

Officials Continue Search For Rattlesnake

July 3, 2026

Despite an “intensive search,” the rattlesnake has not yet been located, with officials saying they believe the photograph supplied by the person who reported the sighting “to be genuine” and noting that “the reproductive risk cannot be fully dismissed, as the gender of the snake is not known.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of …

Bernews / Sport

Logan Jiménez Plays In Hibernian Friendly

July 3, 2026

Bermuda national team footballer Logan Jiménez came on as a second-half substitute in Hibernian’s 1-0 defeat away to Shamrock Rovers in a pre-season friendly in Dublin, Ireland, on Tuesday [June 30]. The winger, who entered the fray at the break, created his side’s best chance of the second half with a cross from the left …

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Bascome Scores Century In Coventry Victory

July 3, 2026

Bermudian cricketer Okera Bascome scored 118 to help Coventry & North Warwickshire CC defeat Handsworth CC by six wickets in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division in England. Coventry & North Warwickshire won the toss and elected to field. Handsworth scored 206 for seven from their 50 overs, with Bevon Brown making 60. Taran …

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Video: New Senator & Ministers Announced

July 3, 2026

[Updated | Ryan Robinson Perinchief has been appointed as the new Senator and Minister of National Security, Reverend Dr Emily Gail Dill will serve as Minister for the Cabinet Office and Diallo Rabain will return as the Minister of Education.] There will be a ‘focused realignment of Cabinet and Junior Minister responsibilities’ with new Ministers and …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Premier shuffles his Cabinet

July 3, 2026

Government’s front bench has a new look today.

Returning to the role of Minister of Education is Diallo Rabain. Dr. Emily Gail Dill will replace him as Min

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TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Special Press

July 3, 2026

TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Special Press Conference at The Governor’s Mansion, the swearing in of New Minsters and Junior Ministers of the Premier David Burt Cabinet

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Live Video: ‘Realignment Of Cabinet’ Announced

July 3, 2026

[Updated with live video] There will be a ‘focused realignment of Cabinet and Junior Minister responsibilities’ with new Ministers and Junior Ministers to be be sworn in at Government House this afternoon [July 3]. This is according to a statement sent out to PLP members last night, in which the Premier/PLP Leader said, “There has been …

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Live: swearing-in of ministers at Government House

July 3, 2026

New ministers and junior ministers will be sworn in at 3.30pm today in a ceremony at Government House.
David Burt announced the swearing-in last night after the resignation of Crystal Caesar as Minist…