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Photo Set II: 2026 Relay For Life Event

May 9, 2026

The 2026 Relay For Life of Bermuda is being held at the National Sports Centre this weekend, with the community joining together to support cancer care and support services. “Relay For Life of Bermuda is a community-driven event dedicated to raising funds for Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre’s Equal Access Fund, which ensures that uninsured and …

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Relay for Life 2026

May 8, 2026

Relay for Life 2026 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Police Renew Appeal: Murder Of Laje Franklin

May 8, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is renewing its appeal for anyone with information regarding the 2022 murder Laje Franklin to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is renewing its appeal for anyone with information regarding the 2022 murder of then 18-year-old Laje Franklin to come forward. “Detectives believe that the young …

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Live Video: 2026 Relay For Life Of Bermuda

May 8, 2026

[Updating] The 2026 Relay For Life of Bermuda is getting underway at the National Sports Centre this evening [May 8], bringing the community together for the annual fundraiser in support of cancer care and support services. You can tune in and watch live below, and you can view all our coverage of Relay For Life …

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New five-year road safety plan targets dangerous driving

May 8, 2026

Officials say Operation Action will focus on education, enforcement and behaviour change as the island continues to see frequent road deaths and serious crashes

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Police renew appeal in 2022 murder of teen

May 8, 2026

Investigators say the investigation into the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Laje Franklin in St. David’s remains active and are urging anyone with information

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Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

May 8, 2026

Moscow and Kyiv have both accused each other of violating ceasefires that each has separately declared

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U.S. Presiden

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Renewed appeal for information on 2022 murder

May 8, 2026

Police are again calling for information about a fatal shooting in the East End four years ago.
Investigations continue into the death of 18-year-old Laje Franklin, whose body was discovered near the …

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Hostages in German bank branch released but suspect at large

May 8, 2026

The hostages, including one cash transport driver, were released and unharmed, police added

International News via Reuters:

At least one suspect is

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Public Weighs In on Hamilton’s New Mayor

May 8, 2026

With a new Mayor now elected for the City of Hamilton, residents are looking ahead to what changes could come next for the capital city. Following the election

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Starmer vows to fight on after Labour punished in polls across Britain

May 8, 2026

Just under two years after winning a landslide national election, Starmer saw voters punish his Labour government, with support evaporating even in its traditio

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Poland signs first loan deal as part of EU defence spending push

May 8, 2026

The deal makes Poland the first EU country to tap the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative

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Poland has signed

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Tourism ambassadors to boost Old Town visitor experiences

May 8, 2026

A visitor ambassador programme with a focus on the East End has been introduced by the Bermuda Tourism Authority.
Through the Bermuda Visitor Service Centre, representatives will be on board the Orang…

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Bank of England’s Bailey sees ‘wrestle’ with US on stablecoin regulation

May 8, 2026

Stablecoins are typically pegged at a fixed rate to the U.S. dollar or another major currency, and aim to be an alternative to the existing banking system for m

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Apple, Intel have reached preliminary chip-making deal, WSJ reports

May 8, 2026

The companies had been engaged in intensive talks for more than a year, and they hammered out a formal deal in recent months

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Argentine authorities say hantavirus patients not likely infected in Tierra del Fuego province

May 8, 2026

Petrina said the conclusion was based on the time frame between the patients’ time in the province and the onset of symptoms

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Trump releases previously classified UFO files

May 8, 2026

The disclosure of the long-sought documents and photos of “unidentified anomalous phenomena” will be followed by future releases as more materials are declassif

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Two crashes on Middle Road, Southampton

May 8, 2026

Two separate road traffic crashes happened on Middle Road, Southampton this morning with at least one being serious, police said.
The incidents were reported in the area commonly known as the “Rising …

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Bermudian secures re-election in Greenwich

May 8, 2026

A Bermudian politician saw off eight opponents to hold on to her position as councillor in the Royal Borough of Greenwich.
Jahdia Spencer, who won a ward councillor seat in West Thamesmead in a Decemb…

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Mural paying homage to Hamilton resident unveiled

May 8, 2026

A vibrant reminder of the importance of community was presented today with a mural that honours the memory of a school crossing assistant.
The art depicting the late Peggy Wilson was added to a wall o…

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Scuba Divers Take Part In Convex End-to-End

May 8, 2026

[Written by Stephen Wright] Thirteen members of the Bermuda Sub Aqua Club spent more than three hours underwater crossing the Great Sound during the Convex End-to-End last weekend, completing a 2.6-kilometres scuba dive from Spanish Point Boat Club to Dockyard. While participants in the End-to-End tackled the traditional 24.1-mile End-to-End route, the 14-mile Middle-to-End or …

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OBA’s Ben Smith Says Minister Should Resign

May 8, 2026

“It is time for the Minister of Education to resign,” Shadow Minister of Education and Sports Ben Smith said. Mr. Smith said, “It is bad enough that teachers and school staff have had to deal with lack of resources, school closures, restructuring and then about faces—and now to receive a resounding message that they cannot take …

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Outgoing Charles Gosling reflected on

May 8, 2026

Outgoing Charles Gosling reflected on his years of service and the future of municipal democracy during an interview with TNN’s Trevor Lindsay on his final day in office yesterday, expressing pride in the state of the Corporation of Hamilton and optimism about the city’s future.

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Live Video: Minister Furbert Press Conference

May 8, 2026

Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [May 8] to unveil an art mural dedicated to the late Mrs. Peggy Wilson. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Bermuda National Gallery Exhibit Videos: Middle …

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Opposition leader calls for education minister to quit

May 8, 2026

The Leader of the Opposition claimed yesterday that the Minister of Education overstepped her authority by intervening in a school matter that resulted in a teacher being placed on administrative leav…

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Digital finance industry to mature and grow, says Premier

May 8, 2026

Premier and Finance Minister David Burt was speaking with Bermuda Broadcasting from Consensus Miami 2026 which drew thousands of attendees from around the world

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Several hostages taken at German bank branch, police say

May 8, 2026

Police also said they had launched extensive operations and had cordoned off a large area

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German police said on Frid

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UK’s Princess Kate to visit pioneering Italian schools funded by WW2 scrap metal

May 8, 2026

The visit will take Kate to Reggio Emilia, where local residents — many of them women — helped finance some of Italy’s first nursery schools after the war

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Google has bit more time to address concerns in EU investigation, EU Commission says

May 8, 2026

The Commission, which acts as the EU competition enforcer, has charged Google with breaching the Digital Markets Act, which aims to rein in the power of Big Tec

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Student Leads Denim Day Awareness Drive

May 8, 2026

[Written by Stephen Wright] Warwick Academy student Geraldine Sidders encouraged fellow students to wear jeans with their school uniform as part of a campaign to raise awareness of sexual assault and to support survivors. She organised the initiative to mark Denim Day last Wednesday [April 29], an international campaign held annually during Sexual Assault Awareness …

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LOM Launches Ocean Art Student Competition

May 8, 2026

LOM Financial announced the launch of its World Oceans Day Student Art Competition, inviting young artists across Bermuda to showcase their creativity while highlighting the importance of ocean conservation. A spokesperson said, “Open to students aged 6 and up, the competition encourages participants to create artwork inspired by Bermuda’s ocean and why it matters for …

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Cabinet Approves Digital Assets Framework

May 8, 2026

“Cabinet has approved a framework to allow the Government of Bermuda to accept and invest in digital assets within a clear regulatory structure,” Premier David Burt said. “At Consensus 2026, I joined a fireside chat with Paul Grewal of Coinbase and made two announcements related to Digital Finance in Bermuda,” the Premier said in a …

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EU agency urges caution with jet fuel switch amid supply crunch fears

May 8, 2026

At European airports, planes are typically filled with the Jet ⁠A-1 grade, which is better suited to long‑haul and cold‑temperature operations and is p

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British MPs to visit China for first time in seven years, sources say

May 8, 2026

The five-day trip by 12 Labour and Conservative MPs in mid-May is organised by the Great Britain-China Centre, an NGO funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and De

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Putin is ready to talk with EU but won’t make the first move, Kremlin says

May 8, 2026

The FT reported on Thursday that the shift by the EU was prompted by European frustration with negotiations to end the Ukraine war that have been led by U.S. Pr

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US stock futures rise as chips rebound ahead of jobs data

May 8, 2026

U.S. stocks closed lower in the previous session as investors hit pause on semiconductor stocks that have rallied sharply this year, benefiting from a spending

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Sterling and gilts rise as Starmer vows to stay despite election drubbing

May 8, 2026

Starmer’s Labour haemorrhaged support in areas reporting overnight, with results still rolling in on Friday

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The poun

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BTA Launches Ferry Ambassador Programme

May 8, 2026

Passengers travelling on the Orange Route ferry between Dockyard and St George’s will now receive onboard guidance and recommendations through a new BTA Visitor Ambassador Programme, and there will also be live musicians at ferry ports on select high traffic days. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] through the Bermuda Visitor Service Centre …

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Two Collisions On Middle Road In Southampton

May 8, 2026

Two separate road traffic collisions occurred along Middle Road in Southampton this morning [May 8]. A police spokesperson said, “There have been two separate road traffic collisions along Middle Road, Southampton, commonly known as the “Rising Sun” stretch. “At least one of the collisions appears to be of a serious nature. Out of an abundance …

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Michael Branco elected Mayor of Hamilton

May 8, 2026

A former city councillor won a golden ticket last night when he was elected Mayor of Hamilton.
Michael Branco, founder of ticketing firm Ptix and investment company Celeste Ventures, received 140 vote…

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Fairmont Southampton beach club ‘opening soon’

May 8, 2026

The refurbished Fairmont Southampton will launch its beach club and one of its restaurants in July, a representative of the property owner has said.
“The hotel will be open a little later in the year…

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Tourism on the rise in 2026

May 8, 2026

Air arrivals in Bermuda rose by 6 per cent and leisure arrivals by almost 7 per cent compared with the first quarter of 2025 — and flights from New York, the largest source market, grew my more than 5…

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Dive operator joins ocean protection debate

May 8, 2026

A dive operator with more than 40 years’ experience in Bermuda waters has endorsed the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme, saying he has witnessed “a gradual, but undeniable decline in reef fish life”…

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Stronger together: teaming up for economic success

May 8, 2026

As diverse agencies and business leaders assemble this week to commemorate collaboration in driving the island’s economic growth, the entrepreneur behind a thriving small business came forward as an e…

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There have been two separate

May 8, 2026

There have been two separate road traffic collisions along Middle Road, Southampton, commonly known as the “Rising Sun” stretch. https://tnnbda.com/two-road-traffic-collisions-under-investigation-near-the-five-star-island-vicinity/

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Man admits stealing thousands from employer

May 8, 2026

A Warwick man will be sentenced in June for stealing thousands of dollars worth of cigarettes and alcohol from his employer.
Kadeem Abraham, 36, pleaded guilty in Magistrates’ Court to concealing and …

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2 Crashes in Southhampton

May 8, 2026

Police Statement:

There have been two separate road traffic collisions along Middle Road, Southampton, commonly known as the “Rising Sun” stretch.

At

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The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby

May 8, 2026

The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby Committee is calling on Bermudians and residents of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to join the volunteer crew that keeps Derby Day moving.

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The focus of this phase

May 8, 2026

The focus of this phase has been the full refurbishment of four two-bedroom, one-bathroom units, and I am pleased to report that this work is now substantially complete.

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Branco elected Mayor of Hamilton

May 7, 2026

A former city councillor won a golden ticket last night when he was elected Mayor of Hamilton.
Michael Branco, founder of ticketing firm Ptix and investment company Celeste Ventures, received 140 vote…