Pope Leo issues warning on democracy after Trump criticism
The first U.S. pope, writing to participants of a Vatican meeting about the use of power in democratic societies, said democracies remained healthy only when th
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Lumina Festival bridges wealth gap with free programme
The Lumina Festival has announced The Playbook, a free financial literacy and wellness programme targeting Black men aged 18 to 45, beginning Monday, April 20
OBA op-ed: Where is the Canine Advisory Committee Report?
OBA MP Robin Tucker has called for the government to address legislative reform on canine management
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Historically Black church vandalised during Easter Week
The Bethel A.M.E. Church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvannia – led by a Bermudian pastor, was broken into leaving them without power and over $150k in damages
Regiment soldiers trained to treat trauma in the field
Twelve members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR) became better equipped to respond to emergency medical situations thanks to a course provided by St John Ambu
Top Seeds Lay Down Marker as W.E.R. Joell Memorial Gets Underway
The W.E.R. Joell Memorial Tennis Tournament opened in clinical fashion on Monday, as the island’s top seeds dominated the early proceedings at the W.E.R. Joell
Ministry makes enhancements to Shorelink app
Users can now see the direction buses and ferries are travelling, view all stops across the island, and receive real-time alerts for delays and cancellations The Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport has announced a series of improvements to the Shorelink App, aimed at improving clarity, reliability, and ease of use for passengers […]
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Inside Sports with Mike Wolfe & Ricky Mallory
This week on Inside Sports Nick & ‘Butchy B’ dive into the world of tennis with Mike Wolfe, President of the Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association, and Ricky Mall
Airlines urge EU to step in as Iran war chokes jet fuel supply
The aviation sector has been hit by airspace closures since the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran began on February 28
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Second Look Open Mic Pt.2
In this episode of Second Look, Dr. Doug DeCuto explores Bermuda’s complex financial system, government accountability, and the importance of civic engagement
Hungarian election winner Magyar vows democratic shift with eye on EU funds
The two-thirds supermajority that Magyar’s centre-right Tisza party secured in Sunday’s election means it will have a free hand to strengthen the rule of law an
School shooting in Turkey leaves 16 wounded, governor says
The assailant, a 19-year-old former student, used a shotgun in the attack in the Siverek district
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UK’s Reeves ‘frustrated and angry’ over US Iran war strategy, Mirror reports
“This is a war that we did not start. It was a war that we did not want. I feel very frustrated and angry that the U.S. went into this war without a clear exit
ECB seeks bigger say on banks’ capital requirements
The central bank argued its policymakers should take a view on the total level of capital demands facing EU banks
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Former NATO chief targets PM Starmer, warning UK’s security in ‘peril’
Robertson, who helped draft a Strategic Defence Review commissioned by Starmer when he came to power in 2024, is expected to say in a lecture that Britain has b
Stocks rise, dollar nears pre-war levels on hopes of US-Iran resolution
U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran wants to make a deal, but added he would not agree to any outcome that allows Tehran to have a nuclear weapon
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Sterling back to pre-war levels amid hopes for Iran conflict resolution
Negotiating teams from the U.S. and Iran could return to Islamabad later this week, five sources said, days after the highest-level talks between the two countr
Culinary students showcase industry-ready skills
The Premier commended the hands-on programme that prepares Bermudians for careers in tourism and hospitality
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North Village celebrates FA Cup win
Premier David Burt hosted the team at the Cabinet Office to recognise their penalty shootout win and record 12th FA Cup
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Harrington Sound Road closed after single-vehicle motorcycle crash
Drivers are asked to use North Shore Road or South Road while diversions remain in place
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There has been a serious single vehicle road
Shining a light on the pay gap
A policy proposal to introduce pay transparency legislation is now open for public consultation
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Youth unemployment up in early 2025
Latest employment snapshot shows fewer jobs among 16-25 year-olds, and incomes up for non-Bermudians
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Dollar fades as oil retreats from highs with US blockade in effect
Both Brent and U.S. crude had retreated from one-week highs hit earlier in the session, however, and gains in the dollar faded with oil prices
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Education Ministry responds to concerns over rising student needs
The Government has outlined a series of measures to support teachers and students, following concerns raised by educators about the growing complexity of studen
France’s Macron holds talks with Venezuelan opposition leader Machado
Machado has remained outside Venezuela since leaving the country to collect the Nobel Peace Prize last December and is currently visiting various countries in E
Hezbollah chief urges Lebanese government to cancel Washington talks with Israel
In a televised speech, Qassem said the armed group will continue to confront Israeli attacks on Lebanon
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Trump says Iranian ‘fast-attack’ ships that come close to US ‘blockade’ will be eliminated
Trump said a U.S. blockade on vessels entering and departing Iran had gone into effect at 10 a.m. EDT (1400 GMT) on Monday
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First look: 2026 hurricane season
Researchers from Colorado State University are predicting a somewhat below-average season
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Bermuda Walls makes the city its canvas
As bold and vibrant murals cover City of Hamilton walls, one artist says he has been feeding off the community’s energy
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Meta poised to surpass Google in digital ad revenue for first time, report says
The Instagram-owner’s global net ad revenues are expected to reach $243.46 billion in 2026, ahead of Google’s projected $239.54 billion, the market research fir
BUEI seeks young environmental reporters for 2026 competition
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is inviting young people aged 11–25 to submit original environmental journalism entries ahead of an April 16 dead
ECB’s Vujcic says energy prices are still closest to ECB basic scenario
Vujcic said the Europe’s energy system is now more resistant to energy shocks caused by the clashes in the Middle East than it was in 2022, when Russia invaded
Deadline passes for US blockade of Hormuz, Iran threatens to retaliate against Gulf neighbours
Oil prices surged, with no sign of a swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to ease the biggest ever disruption in supplies
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NATO allies refuse to join Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade
Trump said the U.S. military would work with other countries to block all maritime traffic in the waterway, after weekend talks failed to reach an agreement to
Workforce Development moves to Bermuda College campus
The Department of Workforce Development will be closed from April 13 to 15 as it relocates to the Bermuda College campus
The Ministry of Economy and Labo
Second Look with Craig Simmons & Nathan Kowalski
This episode features a deep discussion on Bermuda’s financial situation, budget, economic fragility, and future vision. Experts Craig Simmons and Nathan Kowals
Second Look with Dr. Doug DeCuto [Budget Reply]
In this episode of Second Look, Dr. Doug DeCuto explores Bermuda’s complex financial system, government accountability, and the importance of civic engagement
Police fire tear gas as workers’ protest in India’s Noida turns violent
Noida is among the largest planned industrial townships of Asia and houses thousands of industrial units
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Second Look with Dr. Dowling & Craig Cannonier
This episode of Second Look; we explore the complex landscape of Bermuda’s pharmaceutical industry, including the roles of doctors, pharmacists, government regu
Second Look Open Mic Discussion
This episode features a lively community discussion on Bermuda’s political landscape, CARICOM membership, local legislation, and global issues impacting Bermuda
UK and France to co-host talks this week on possible defensive naval mission for Hormuz
The talks are intended to bring together Britain, France and other countries willing to join a peaceful multinational mission aimed at restoring freedom of navi
European chemical firms, hit hard by Iran war, to report falling Q1 earnings
A war-driven surge in energy prices worsened already weak conditions seen at the start of 2026 in a sector that has struggled for years
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Oil tankers steer clear of Hormuz ahead of US blockade
U.S. Central Command said U.S. forces would begin implementing the blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports at 10 a.m. ET (1400 GMT)
Hungarians look to changed future after pro-EU Magyar’s election landslide
The Hungarian forint surged 2.5% to a more than four-year high against the euro on Monday, while the Budapest stock exchange gained almost 3% in anticipation of
London stocks slip after US-Iran talks falter, uncertainty lingers
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.4% to 10,558.38 points by 0944 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.8%
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Trump criticises Pope Leo; pontiff says Christian message is being ‘abused’
Catholics on social media lambasted Trump for attacking the leader of the 1.4-billion-member Catholic Church, who they believe is the successor of St. Peter, on
Bank of England introduces alternative bail-in mechanism
“The key addition is the introduction of an alternate approach to bail-in where affected creditors receive non-transferable contingent beneficial interests,” th
UK regulators rush to assess risks of latest Anthropic AI model, FT reports
Bank of England, Financial Conduct Authority and Treasury officials are in talks with the National Cyber Security Centre to examine potential vulnerabilities in
Hungary’s Orban concedes landmark defeat to centre-right opposition
Results based on 46% of votes counted showed the centre-right, pro-EU Tisza party of Peter Magyar winning 135 seats – or a crucial two-thirds majority – in the
Irish police clear blockades as Dublin acts to soften fuel price blow
In a bid to ease the discontent, the government announced 500 million euros ($586 million) worth of spending increases and tax cuts to soften the impact on cons