Oil dips in choppy trade; US, Iran receive ceasefire proposal framework
The price moves on Monday were dwarfed by an 11% surge for WTI and an 8% rise for Brent during the previous trading session on Thursday, the biggest absolute pr
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Pressure mounts on UK government to ban Kanye West after festival backlash
West, now known as Ye, has been criticised in the past for antisemitic remarks and celebration of Nazism, which have led on several occasions to his social medi
Airport Waste Facility fire under investigation
Firefighters tackle late night blaze; no injuries reported
An investigation is ongoing after a blaze erupted at the Airport Waste Management Facility in
South Korea says ‘credible intelligence’ indicates North Korean leader’s daughter is successor
The NIS said the imagery of the daughter driving a tank was intended to highlight her supposed military aptitude and dispel doubts over a female heir, lawmakers
Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says
Analysts said the April 5 attack on the ship added to risks to global food security and agricultural trade stemming from the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Ir
Government’s new job connection platform goes live
The refreshed system replaces the former Bermuda Job Board
Government media release:
The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today launched Berm
Boat and mooring owners reminded to file licensing renewals
Fees due by the end of May, with 2027 decals to be in place on all moorings and boats by June 1
Government media release:
The Department of Marine and
Iran rejects ceasefire in response to proposals and emphasises need for permanent end to war, IRNA says
Iran’s response consists of ten clauses, including an end to conflicts in the region, a protocol for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, lifting of sanct
Spanish wind industry warns EU windfall tax could hurt investment
The criticism came after five EU countries, including Spain, put forward the proposal to tax excess profits earned amid energy price hikes triggered by the Iran
Dollar falls as traders weigh escalating Iran war against ceasefire hopes
The euro was at $1.1563, while sterling last fetched $1.326
International News via Reuters:
The U.S. dollar fell on Monday, while the yen flirt
Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final
“They made a proposal, and it’s a significant proposal. It’s a significant step. It’s not good enough,” Trump said of Iran
International News via Reuter
Golden relay glory for Bermuda in Martinique
Bermuda’s senior girls’ relay team delivered a masterclass at the XXXIX Carifta Aquatics Championships, securing the island’s first gold medal of the 2026 mee
Dandy Town Hornets crowned champions
The Dandy Town Hornets are the Bermuda Premier Division champions after a dramatic final day saw them come from behind to secure the title with a 2-1 victory ov
Mbelenzi & Coetzee dominate Sherlock 8K in Southampton
Dennis Mbelenzi and Estienne Coetzee produced masterclasses in distance running to claim the men’s and women’s titles at a sun-drenched Ed Sherlock 8K.
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New Director of Libraries and Archives appointed
The Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mandellas Lightbourne as the Director of Libraries and A
Smith claims silver as Outerbridge smashes 49-year record
Bermuda’s medal tally at the 53rd Carifta Games has doubled following a heroic silver-medal performance by Sanchez Smith and another record-breaking sprint fr
Artemis crew reaches the moon, approaches record-breaking distance from Earth
The Artemis II crew, flying in their Orion capsule since launching from Florida last week, are due to awake around 10:50 a.m. ET Monday for their sixth flight d
Bermuda College launches first summer programme for children
LaunchPad will introduce young learners to STEAM and Bermuda’s environment through five weeks of fun educational hands-on activities
Media release issu
Spanish PM’s party gains on anti-war stance, support for far right stalls in polls
Sanchez has emerged as one of the most vocal Western leaders criticising what he calls an illegal and reckless war, closing Spanish airspace to U.S. planes invo
Opinion: Bermuda and the moonshot – are we thinking big enough?
OBA candidate Maurice Foley calls on island to link space industry access with jobs, education and innovation
Written by Maurice Foley, OBA Can
Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism
In a social media message, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent drew on the symbolism of Easter, the day Jesus was resurrected from the dead
President Donald Tr
Weeks meets frontline teams during west end tour
Minister visits Heritage Wharf, Nelson Bascome Centre for Substance Abuse Treatment, and the Somerset Police Station
The Government of Bermuda issu
Health Ministry kicks off Public Health Week
Residents encouraged to take part in wellness events and healthier living initiatives
The Government of Bermuda issued the following press release.
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Global equity funds draw second weekly inflow amid war de-escalation hopes
Global equity funds received inflows of roughly $40.14 billion for the prior week, LSEG Lipper data showed
International News via Reuters:
Investors
US crude premiums climb to record levels as Asia, Europe compete for supply
Europe is typically the largest importer of U.S. crude, but competition has escalated with Asian buyers scouring for supply from the Americas to Africa and Euro
North Korea distancing itself from Iran to leave door open for US talks, Seoul says
Seoul’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) said North Korea had not sent weapons or supplies so far to Iran since the conflict started on February 28
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ECB’s Stournaras says euro zone monetary policy will depend on size of energy disruption
If the energy price spike proves to be temporary, the need for a monetary policy adjustment will be limited ECB Governing Council member Stournaras told an annu
Thompson and Dill Lead Scoring Charge in England
Bermuda’s international stars illuminated the English women’s football pyramid this weekend, with clinical finishing and high-stakes drama defining a prolif
OBA MP: ‘Gun violence in Bermuda must stop’
Shadow National Security Minister Robert King commented following the latest shooting incident on Good Friday
Full media statement from the One Bermuda
Minister visits inmates at Westgate to gauge feedback
Attorney General Senator Kim Wilkerson, the Minister of Justice said, “It was important for me to visit Westgate again and hear directly from inmates about thei
Outerbridge Smashes National Record to Claim Historic Gold
Bermuda’s Miles Outerbridge produced a performance for the ages at the 53rd Carifta Games, storming to gold in the Under-20 100m and becoming the fastest man
Mewett and Shepherd Secure Opening Night Medals
Bermuda’s swimmers made an immediate splash at the XXXIX Carifta Aquatics Championships in Martinique, securing two podium finishes on a high-octane opening n
Fire at Airport Waste Management Facility
A video captured a large blaze seen at the Government’s Airport Waste Management Facility in St. George’s Saturday night
Materials caught fire at the AW
Premier David Burt Easter message
Premier David Burt implored residents to continue to look out for one another this Easter holiday
Full statement from Premier David Burt:
Easter car
Opposition OBA leader Easter message
Ben Smith, leader of the Opposition One Bermuda Alliance said the Easter holiday signals a time for renewal
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Rider sustains head injuries in Southampton collision
The Bermuda Police Service confirmed the motorcyclist and one of the drivers were rushed to hospital Friday night
Full statement from the Bermuda Police
Air France flight diverts to island due to ‘suspicious’ odour in cabin
The Bermuda Airport Authority said the aircraft landed safely at the L.F. Wade International Airport at 4.51pm Friday
Air France flight 178 taxis at the
Police confirm a man was shot in Pembroke
The Bermuda Police Service said the nature of the man’s injuries are unknown
Full statement from the Bermuda Police Service:
Around 10:35 p.m on Thur
Young entrepreneurs step into the market
Student entrepreneurs at Berkeley recently promoted their wares at their first vendor’s market Student entrepreneurs at Berkeley promoted their wares ‘on the shop floor’, so to speak, last weekend. The Berkeley Institute PTSA held a vendors market to raise monies for the Class of 2026 Scholarship Fund. Local business owners were present, alongside students who […]
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Cabbies call for systemic issues to be resolved
Taxi operators union prepares to launch its own ride-hailing app, and doubles-down on the need for enforcement of regulations governing taxis and rideshare
Leo, the first US pope, emerges as pointed Trump critic
In recent weeks the pope has emerged as a sharp critic of the Iran war
International News via Reuters:
Pope Leo last May became the first U.S. leade
Oil resumes its climb, stocks tumble on Trump statements
Brent crude surged more than 7% to around $110 a barrel after Trump said in a prime-time address on Wednesday that the U.S. would hit Iran “extremely hard” in t
FTSE 100 closes higher after Britain’s move to hold talks on Strait of Hormuz
British foreign minister Yvette Cooper will chair the virtual meeting of about 35 countries, including France, Germany, Italy, Canada and the United Arab Emirat
Lufthansa, Air France-KLM vie for minority stake in Portugal’s TAP
Portugal re-launched the long-delayed privatisation of TAP in July, aiming to sell a 44.9% stake to a strategic airline partner able to expand the carrier’s glo
Wall mural inspired by community culture
The Bermuda Walls Bailey’s Bay mural initiative is bringing Bermudian history to life through a collaborative public art project. Local artists have each been
Rider arrested following police chase
The Bermuda Police Service said the suspect was eventually stopped and arrested at The Lane in Paget
Full statement from the Bermuda Police Service:
Bermuda tracks historic Artemis II Moon Mission launch
U.S. Consul General highlights island’s quiet impact on global space milestones
NASA’s highly anticipated Artemis II mission successfully launc
World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats
Trump said operations would be intensified and gave no timeline for ending hostilities, drawing threats of retaliation from Tehran and sending share prices lowe
Safe-haven bid pushes dollar higher as Trump talks tough on Iran
Trump vowed more aggressive strikes on Iran in the next two to three weeks during his televised speech on Wednesday
International News via Reuters:
US crude jumps more than 11% after Trump vows more attacks on Iran
Brent crude futures were up $6.34, or 6.3%, to $107.5 a barrel at 1610 GMT (12:10 a.m. ET)
International News via Reuters:
U.S. oil prices jumped mo