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EU’s von der Leyen to visit Australia for likely trade deal conclusion

Both sides have signalled progress after previous talks between Australia and the EU collapsed in 2023, mainly over the size of meat import quotas into the European Union International News via Reuters: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will visit Australia to meet Prime Minister Anthony Albanese next week, when the two sides are […]

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Pope Leo calls universal healthcare a ‘moral imperative’

Previous popes have called for countries to offer universal healthcare, but calling an issue a “moral imperative” is an unusually strong term for a pope to use,

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King Charles to welcome Nigerian president to UK for state visit

With trade between the two countries at a record high, Charles is expected to highlight the deep cultural and commercial links during Tinubu’s two-day visit

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Turkey says NATO deploying more defences to guard southern base

Turkey, which has NATO’s second-largest army and neigbhbours Iran, said last week the alliance had deployed a Patriot system to its southeastern Malatya provinc

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Currencies tread water as a cooling oil rally calms markets

It was slightly firmer against the euro, which dipped after two sessions of gains as traders awaited the start of a two-day European Central Bank meeting

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Oil falls after Iraq resumes oil exports via Turkey’s Ceyhan port

With no signs of de-escalation in the Iran conflict, benchmark Brent futures prices have settled above $100 per barrel for the past four sessions

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European shares extend gains as oil retreats; Fed decision in focus

The pan-European benchmark STOXX 600 was up 0.5% to 605.59 points by 0810 GMT

International News via Reuters:

European shares extended their rebound

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Exclusive-Meta vowed to stop illegal financial ads in Britain. It failed 1,000 times in a week

Worldwide, billions of users of Meta’s platforms have been exposed to ads for fraudulent e-commerce and investment schemes, illegal online casinos and banned me

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Minister Hayward urges modern labour movement

Minister tells BPSU delegates to engage, empower and evolve at the triennial conference

The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward

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Premier Burt to attend DC Blockchain Summit 2026

Bermuda seeks regulatory alignment and innovation partnerships with US counterparts

The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt, JP,

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Campaign launched to promote CARICOM membership

‘The Story of Us’ campaign ‘invites Bermudians to explore the historical and cultural connections between Bermuda and the Caribbean’

‘The Story of Us’ campa

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Gina Swainson Way named after former Miss World 1979

Bermudian pageant queen Ms. Gina Swainson was honoured today with the unveiling of a new road in St. George’s in her name

‘Gina Swainson Way’ was reveal

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Sudan clinics could run out of supplies in weeks due to Middle East war, warns NGO

The expanding U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has shaken global supply chains, with airspace closures and the halt of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz

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UAE could join international effort led by US to secure Strait of Hormuz, says adviser

Speaking in an online event organised by the American think tank the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), Gargash said that the UAE does not currently have activ

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UK’s FTSE 100 climbs on energy, banks boost as investors await BoE decision

The benchmark FTSE 100 closed up 0.83%, marking its biggest one-day jump in a week

International News via Reuters:

London’s FTSE 100 closed higher o

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Allshores delays Phoenix coverage deal

Following discussions with the Health Council and Government, the Allshores-Phoenix partnership will now be effective from June 1st

Allshores has delaye

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It’s official: the 2026/27 Budget passed by the House

Government hails tax relief, cost of living mitigations, debt reduction

Last night, the House of Assembly approved the 2026/2027 National Budget, delive

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St. Patrick’s Day in full swing

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are underway at various locations across the island, and Flanagan’s Irish Pub is marking the occasion in true Irish fashion.

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Street survey: How to curb gang violence

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If you were tasked with reducing gang violence, where would you focus your efforts?

When Kend

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US strikes against suspected drug boats have killed 157 people, official says

Since September 2025, the United States military has carried out a series of strikes in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific against suspected drug vessels

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Reeves says Britain to align more with EU rules in bid for growth

Britain’s Labour government has sought a reset with the EU and has become more forthright in its criticism of the cost of Brexit, while maintaining its red line

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France will never take part in operations to unblock Hormuz Strait amid hostilities, says Macron

Trump, speaking at a White House event on Monday, said he had spoken to Macron, giving him an “8 out of 10” score on his stance towards getting allies to unbloc

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David Rogers named new OBA Senator

David Rogers has been named by Opposition Leader Ben Smith as the newest Opposition Senator for the One Bermuda Alliance.

Mr Rogers ran as the OBA candi

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UAE airspace briefly closed due to missile, drone threat

The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, now in its third week, has thrown global aviation into turmoil, with flights cancelled, rescheduled and rerouted, as most Mid

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Inside Sports with Caitlin Bob

In this weeks episode we feature Bermuda’s sports awards, updates on national teams, and an in-depth interview with Bermuda’s female athlete of the year, Caitli

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Germany seeks doubling of AI data centres by 2030

Digital minister Karsten Wildberger proposed a range of measures, including dedicating land for development, that ministers are due to approve on Wednesday

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US weighs near $1 billion settlement with TotalEnergies for abandoning wind farms, NYT reports

Under the terms of the proposed settlements, the U.S. Interior Department will cancel the leases in federal waters for two projects, known as Attentive Energy a

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Greece wants durable solution to ensure free shipping in Hormuz Strait

Greece is a dominant force in global shipping, controlling one of the world’s largest merchant fleets

International News via Reuters:

Greece does

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Sterling edges up versus dollar before BoE policy meeting

The greenback climbed sharply during the Middle East conflict as investors sought safe-haven assets, while other currencies were more vulnerable to the adverse

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European shares gain marginally as investors weigh conflict fallout, await ECB rate decision

The pan-European STOXX 600 edged up 0.3% at 600.32 points by 1015 GMT

International News via Reuters:

European shares rose marginally on Tuesday, as

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K. Margaret Carter Centre temporarily closes for mould remediation

Ministry is sourcing a temporary venue so programmes can continue

The K. Margaret Carter Centre (KMCC) will be temporarily closed effective M

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The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme and Ignite Bermuda fund blue startups

Three entrepreneurs share $20,000 in grant funding at Hamilton pitch competition

International News via Reuters:

The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Progra

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Minister condemns latest gun death

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks urges anyone with information to come forward as police investigate

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OBA: It’s time to play or fold on gaming

Is ten years too long to keep spending millions on getting casinos in Bermuda? Opposition Leader Ben Smith says Government needs to ask itself that question…

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Pharmacies call for competition, not price controls

A number of independent pharmacies have welcomed the review of the National Drug Formulary, while the Health Council CEO emphasises the complexity of pricing

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Oil prices ease as Trump calls for help to unblock Hormuz, some ships sail through strait

Brent futures fell 72 cents, or 0.7%, to $102.42 a barrel by 12:39 p.m. EDT (1639 GMT), while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell $2.92, or 3.0%, to $95.79

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Two key new hires at Bermuda Broadcasting

Bermuda Broadcasting Company has made two key appointments, in sales and radio.

Marcus George – a.k.a. DJ Chubb – becomes Radio Manager/Programme D

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Iranian women’s soccer team begin journey home after players decline asylum

Australia had granted humanitarian visas to six players and one support staff member from the Iranian squad after they sought asylum, fearing possible persecuti

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BIS urges central banks not to rush reactions to energy price spike

This month’s 40% surge in oil prices and near 60% leap in wholesale gas prices have evoked comparisons to 2022

International News via Reuters:

The b

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Healthcare workers trained to identify domestic abuse

The Ministry of Health and Centre Against Abuse staff trained with IRISi, a UK charity that helps health systems respond better to violence against women and gi

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Sweden threatens to restrict power exports over EU funding plan

The move could ripple through Northern Europe’s electricity market

International News via Reuters:

Sweden has threatened to restrict electricity exp

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‘Shooting reminds us that public safety must remain a priority’

OBA comments on yesterday’s fatal attack

Statement from Robert King, Shadow Minister of National Security

The shooting death of a young man this

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Britain unveils jobs drive for young people to tackle high unemployment

Britain’s youth unemployment has reached a 10-year high, according to figures released last month, outpacing other European nations

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Portugal demands that TAP bidders bolster operations in all its airports, not just Lisbon

British Airways owner IAG, Air France-KLM and Germany’s Lufthansa formally submitted expressions of interest to buy a 44.9% stake in TAP

International N

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Greece approves purchase of air defence system, upgrade of F-16 jets

Greece is already in talks with Israel to provide a big part of the missile systems for the dome, called “Achilles Shield” with an estimated cost of about 3 bil

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Police search for two suspects connected to Riviera Estate area murder

The Bermuda Police Service identified the victim, a 26-year-old father of two, who was brutally gunned down on Sunday in a Southampton neibourhood

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Dubai airport hub rattled after drone strike spotlights Iran war risks

The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, now in its third week, has thrown global aviation into turmoil, with flights cancelled, rescheduled and rerouted

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Walking Football League launches as Bermuda targets 2027 World Cup

The historic gymnasium at Bermuda College was the scene of a poignant sporting milestone this weekend as Leroy “Curly Joe” Wilson officially launched his much-a

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Leverock heroics in vain as Mumbai Spartans edge India Tigers

Kamau Leverock produced a “swashbuckling” individual masterclass in Haldwani today, though his India Tigers side eventually fell to a 17-run defeat in the Legen

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Daley destroys national records in Toronto swimming masterclass

Fresh from being crowned Bermuda’s Junior Male Athlete of the Year, Elijah Daley has delivered a record-breaking tour de force at the 2026 U Sports Swimming C

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