Oil loading resumes at UAE’s Fujairah port after an attack, sources say
Fujairah, located on the Gulf of Oman just outside the Strait of Hormuz, is typically a critical exit point for about 1 million barrels per day of the UAE’s Mur
Bermuda Broadcasting
FTSE 100 flat as energy gains offset broader weakness
As of 1011 GMT, the blue-chip FTSE 100 was 0.08% up after logging a second consecutIve week of losses
International News via Reuters:
London’s FTSE
Azerbaijan jails Frenchman for a decade in espionage case
Baku had accused the man, Martin Ryan – who was arrested in December 2023 – of collecting secret information about its military cooperation with Turkey and Paki
‘One Battle After Another’ takes best picture at the Oscars
The offbeat tale of political resistance traded wins with the vampire story “Sinners,” setting up a fight to the end at the Dolby Theatre
Internatio
Britain working with allies on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz, Starmer says
“Ultimately, we have to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to ensure stability in the (oil) market. That is not a simple task,” Starmer told reporters
Internat
Oil rises as attacks on Middle East export facilities continue
Brent crude futures rose $2.30, or 2.2%, to $105.44 a barrel by 0903 GMT
International News via Reuters:
Oil prices rose on Monday as the U.S.-Israe
European shares slip as Mideast conflict enters third week; Commerzbank climbs
UniCredit said it does not expect to take control of the lender in which it already holds a 26% equity stake and an additional 4% through total return swap cont
Pound edges up as investors focus on Middle East and Bank of England
The Bank of England delivers its decision on monetary policy on Thursday and is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged at 3.75%
International
Vendors invited to Harbour Nights
Applications open as season expands to 19 weeks, running Wednesdays from 13 May to 16 September
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is pleased to anno
Bermuda HealthCare Service sponsors Bermuda College Golf Classic
Proceeds to support scholarships and student support initiatives
Bermuda HealthCare Services proudly supported the Bermuda College Foundation Annua
Ministry backs Neurodiversity Celebration Week
The Office of Youth Affairs to strengthen programmes for neurodivergent children
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors recognises&
Motorcyclist unresponsive after Paget collision
Road closed near Chapel and Middle roads; diversions in place
There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a motorca
Public officer praised for stepping up in high-risk case
DCFS’s Christopher Cunningham earns February Public Service Excellence Award
The Government of Bermuda is pleased to acknowledge Mr. Christopher Cunnin
Murder investigation launched after fatal shooting in Southampton
Police ask for public’s help, including CCTV footage
Statement from the Bermuda Police Service:
Around 3:45 pm on Sunday, March 15, 2026, poli
Hungary’s feuding parties stage big rallies ahead of April election
Orban faces what could be his toughest bid for re-election after three years of stagnation, a surge in the cost of living and a pro-EU rival seen by many as a v
Iran wants ‘serious review’ of Gulf ties, denies role in Saudi oil attacks
Gulf Arab states have faced more than 2,000 missile and drone attacks since the outbreak of the war on February 28
International News via Reuters:
I
Canada and Nordics focus on military procurement in ‘middle-power’ meet-up
Carney has sought closer ties with China and Middle Eastern countries as well as India and Europe as he tries to reduce his country’s dependence on the United S
BREAKING: Shooting incident in Southampton
A significant police presence has been reported in the Riviera Road/Southampton area.
Authorities have cordoned off the scene at the intersection of the Rail
Netanyahu posts video in response to Iran rumours that he is dead
In the video, taken at a cafe in Jerusalem’s outskirts and posted on Netanyahu’s Telegram account, his aide asks him about the rumours
International New
City pushes back on Premier’s sewer claim
Corporation says it never blocked national system and only raised concerns about cost and long-term sustainability
Media release from the Corporation of
City Mayor calls for cooperation as municipal reform returns
Charles Gosling says legislation raises concerns but also opportunities for progress
Media release from the Corporation of Hamilton:
The Corporation
Bobb and Kempe crowned at glitzy Bermuda Sports Awards
The Hamilton Princess was a scene of celebration on Saturday night as Bermuda’s sporting elite gathered for the 44th Annual Government Sports Awards, honoring
Opinion: Making Bermuda a wellness paradise
Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda Third Sector Spotlight: Bermuda Wellness Space
By Cheryl Peek-Ball, MD, MPH – Co-founder and Executive Director,
Trott and Wells lead charge on big weekend for Bermudians in UK
Bermuda’s footballing contingent enjoyed a prolific weekend across the English pyramid, headlined by a milestone shutout for Nathan Trott and a vital away win
College inducts two new Honorary Fellows
(Hamilton, Bermuda — March 12, 2026) Bermuda College has inducted two exceptional Bermudians, Joan Dillas-Wright and Tammy RichardsonAugustus, as Honorary Fel
Retail sales fall across all sectors in October
Volume of sales down 7% year-on-year, led by sharp drops in building materials and motor vehicles
Government media release:
Today, the Ministry of Eco
Dementia support programme helping nearly 200 clients
Minister says Bermuda must strengthen dementia care as estimates suggest up to 3,000 people may be living with the condition Government funding for dementia support services is helping nearly 200 people and their families navigate the challenges of the disease, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors said in the House of Assembly. Tinée […]
Dementia support programme helping nearly 200 clients Read More
Inflation ticks up to 2.5% in October
Health and personal care, transport and food see some of the biggest year-on-year increases
Government media release:
Today, the Ministry of Econ
Fully funded British Library fellowship open to Bermudians
Chevening programme invites mid-career professionals from Overseas Territories to apply before May 15 deadline
Media release from Government House:
Wh
Opinion: Why Women’s Resource Centres still matter
Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda Third Sector Spotlight: Women’s Resource Centre
Each year, International Women’s Day invites reflection on pr
Opinion: Why the CARICOM conversation matters
Statement by Senator Lindsay Simmons, Junior Minister for Home Affairs; Youth, Social Development and Seniors; and National Security
As a mother and lo
South Road lane closure scheduled in Smith’s
Construction works near The Loren expected to last until July
Image: Google Maps
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public
Interested in a career in hospitality?
Careers fair to take place on Wednesday
The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to support the upcoming Hospitality Industry Careers Fair, which w
EU set to suspend some duty-free sugar imports for a year, Bloomberg News reports
Earlier in January, the European Commission said it planned to propose suspending duty-free sugar imports to ease pressure on European producers facing falling
Young minds shine at Bermuda Institute science fair
Yesterday, the Bermuda Institute opened its annual Science Fair to the public, showcasing a wide range of innovative and advanced student projects. The event
Brazil’s jailed ex-president Bolsonaro hospitalized in ICU with pneumonia
Bolsonaro, 70, was taken to the hospital early on Friday with a high fever, chills and a drop in oxygen saturation, the note said, adding that he is being treat
Iran’s new supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured, Hegseth says
No images have been released of Khamenei since an Israeli strike at the start of the war that killed much of his family, including his father and wife
I
Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes
Swiss logistics group Kuehne+Nagel said on Friday that global carriers are prioritizing shipments of healthcare and perishables like food into the Middle East
Government moves to diversify food imports
Trade talks with U.S. suppliers part of Affordable Bermuda plan to address cost of living
The Government says tackling the cost of living will take time
Burt & Smith spar over casinos, schools
Ben Smith uses his first Premier’s Questions as Opposition Leader to challenge Premier David Burt on gaming and education
Inertia on casinos and problem
Britain’s energy price-cap forecast to rise about 11%, Cornwall Insight says
British finance minister Rachel Reeves said on Wednesday she would consider action to shield households from surging energy costs due to the conflict in the Mid
Six US service members killed in plane crash over Iraq
A U.S. military refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, in an incident the military said involved another aircraft but was not the result of hos
Swiss money managers expect Iran war to increase inflows from Gulf
This gained momentum after earlier attacks by Israel and the U.S. on Iran in June last year, said Patrik Spiller, head of wealth management at consultancy Deloi
Bermuda troops made ‘immense impact’ in Jamaica
Minister praises Royal Bermuda Regiment contingent after hurricane recovery work in St Elizabeth
A recent regimental deployment to Jamaica to provi
Ivory Coast welcomes ‘talking drum’, first artifact sent back from France
The drum – known as “Djidji Ayokwè”, meaning Panther-Lion in the Atchan language – is more than three metres long and weighs nearly 400 kg, according to Ivory
Crash in Paget leaves motorcyclist injured
Collision involving motorcycle and car closes roadway as emergency crews respond
Statement and image supplied by the Bermuda Police Service:
Shortly a
Two riders hurt in North Shore crash
Two male motorcyclists sustained non-life threatening injuries in a collision that occurred around 2:10pm Wednesday, 11th March 2026, along North Shore Road Pem
International schools fair at BUEI this weekend
A U.K.-based education consultancy is visiting Bermuda this week to share information about international school opportunities.
Beach Education wi
Turkey says NATO defences intercepted third missile from Iran, asks Tehran to clarify
NATO air defences shot down the first Iranian ballistic missile fired at Turkey on March 4, followed by the shooting down of a second Iranian missile on March 9
Euro zone industry starts 2026 on weak note, even before energy hit
Output in the 21 nations sharing the euro currency dropped by 1.5% on the month, underperforming expectations for 0.6% growth
International News via Reu