Starmer ally Jones backs Burnham after being reassured on economic plans
Jones, chief secretary to Starmer, said he had discussed economic policy with Burnham after he alarmed investors last year by saying the country had to stop bei
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Sterling hits 10-month high versus euro as traders await Burnham picks
The euro fell to 86.03 pence overnight, its lowest since August 2025, and was last down 0.1% against sterling
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London’s FTSE indexes buoyed by real estate stocks as Segro rejects takeover bid
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index was flat by 0755 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 edged up 0.1%
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Dickinson: Bermudians want integrity-based leadership
Curtis Dickinson said Bermuda wanted honest, principled leadership as he made the case to take the reins of the Progressive Labour Party.
Speaking in front of a packed Ruth Seaton James Auditorium, th…
Speaking in front of a packed Ruth Seaton James Auditorium, th…
Heartfelt tributes paid to Sir John from across political arena
Former and sitting MPs and senators reflected on the “meritorious service” and example set by Sir John Swan at a special joint session of the legislature on Tuesday afternoon.
Parliamentarians reminis…
Parliamentarians reminis…
UK rejects call for White Paper on Overseas Territories
An urgent call for a new policy document on the British Overseas Territories has been gently rebuffed by the UK Government, which insists it is “open-minded about future options” and will keep the ide…
Bermudian student highlights island’s hidden wildlife
A young conservationist credited as being the first to photograph several local species believes Bermuda has a wealth of wildlife for those who take a closer look.
Luke Foster, a 19-year-old Bermudia…
Luke Foster, a 19-year-old Bermudia…
Family Centre welcomes extra parenting education and support
A national focus on strengthening parenting skills through a certification programme and workshops has been welcomed by Family Centre.
A series of prevention-focused initiatives were recently announc…
A series of prevention-focused initiatives were recently announc…
Sir John was charismatic and
Sir John was charismatic and comfortable anywhere in Bermuda and around the world.
Soccer-Ronaldo becomes first player to score at six World Cup finals
It was his 144th international goal in his 230th appearance, both of which are records in men’s internationals
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Rubio to address Gulf allies’ fears over U.S. Iran deal
America’s top diplomat arrived in the United Arab Emirates late on Tuesday and was due to travel in coming days to Kuwait and Bahrain, where he will meet offici
Ebola cases in Congo reach highest first-month total of any outbreak, WHO says
The Bundibugyo outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has infected over 1,000 people and killed 267 was detected late
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Ebola cases in Congo reach highest first-month total of any outbreak, WHO says
The Bundibugyo outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has infected over 1,000 people and killed 267 was detected late
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US, Iran spar over nuclear checks as stranded ships poised to leave Gulf
The U.N. shipping agency said an evacuation plan to enable some 11,000 seafarers stuck aboard vessels in the Gulf to sail through the Strait of Hormuz
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Rubio to address Gulf allies’ fears over U.S. Iran deal
America’s top diplomat arrived in the United Arab Emirates late on Tuesday and was due to travel in coming days to Kuwait and Bahrain, where he will meet offici
Education leadership meet to discuss reform priorities
The education ministry and department are to convene a system-wide meeting of leaders this week to discuss the advancement of reform and priorities for improving public schools.
Crystal Caesar, the M…
Crystal Caesar, the M…
Education leadership meet to discuss reform priorities
The education ministry and department are to convene a system-wide meeting of leaders this week to discuss the advancement of reform and priorities for improving public schools.
Crystal Caesar, the M…
Crystal Caesar, the M…
Hospice charity gets $20,500 from Gas-o-Rama fundraiser
An annual charity drive that started off as a bet raised more than $20,000 for a hospice care organisation.
Gas-o-Rama, held between Terceira’s service stations and the Hamilton Lions Club, gathered d…
Gas-o-Rama, held between Terceira’s service stations and the Hamilton Lions Club, gathered d…
Hospice charity gets $20,500 from Gas-o-Rama fundraiser
An annual charity drive that started off as a bet raised more than $20,000 for a hospice care organisation.
Gas-o-Rama, held between Terceira’s service stations and the Hamilton Lions Club, gathered d…
Gas-o-Rama, held between Terceira’s service stations and the Hamilton Lions Club, gathered d…
Post office set to reopen next month after delays
The Mangrove Bay Post Office is expected to reopen its doors next month after “additional time” was required to finalise refurbishment work.
The facility shut its doors in September 2025 for “essentia…
The facility shut its doors in September 2025 for “essentia…
New provision for outstanding traffic warrants
A streamlined process for dealing with outstanding traffic warrants has been introduced in an effort to reduce public inconvenience.
The Bermuda Police Service announced that the new provision involve…
The Bermuda Police Service announced that the new provision involve…
McBain spearheads Bermuda’s charge on dramatic day in Tangier
It was another memorable day of competition at the 2026 IODA Optimist World Championship, combining extreme patience, unwavering perseverance, and ultimately sp
Live Video: Joint Session To Honour Sir John
There is a Special Joint Session of the Legislature this afternoon [June 23] to honour the late Sir John Swan, bringing together current and former Members of Parliament and Senators in recognition of his service to Bermuda. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories …
Live: special sitting honours Sir John Swan
Members of the legislature have gathered this afternoon for a special joint session convened by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Bermuda Branch to offer tributes to Sir John Swan.
Sitting an…
Sitting an…
Meta launches cheaper range of AI smart glasses starting at $299
The new Meta Glasses start at $299, making them far more affordable than the $800 Ray-Ban Display glasses launched last year
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Madrid skyscraper fire is under control, police say
The building housing the energy company Moeve, in the capital’s financial district, was earlier evacuated after heavy smoke was detected, according to witnesses
Evacuation plan through Hormuz for stranded ships in Gulf underway, UN agency says
The IMO said it had secured the necessary safety guarantees and verified conditions for safe navigation
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UK tribunal gives go ahead for $4 billion lawsuit against Apple over iCloud services
The Competition Appeal Tribunal granted earlier in June a collective proceedings order allowing Which? to represent Apple users, after rejecting an attempt by t
Bascome and Rawlins hit fireworks as Bermuda crush Belize by 10 wickets
Hosts Bermuda reignited their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier campaign in emphatic fashion, dismantling Belize by 10 wickets in a rain-s
Bermuda’s youth national teams set for elite European showcase
Bermuda Basketball has announced that its Under-17 and Under-19 National Teams will represent the island at the prestigious 2026 Portugal Basketball Festival in
New Provision Introduced For Traffic Warrants
The Bermuda Police Service introduced a new process allowing individuals with outstanding traffic warrants to report directly to Hamilton Police Station before attending court the same day. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] wishes to advise the public that, with immediate effect, a new provision is in place for persons who have …
Bermudian accused of assaults and strangulation in UK
A 31-year-old Bermudian has appeared in a British court charged with two assaults and an intentional strangulation.
Gavaska Bascome is alleged to have attacked a woman on June 15 and 16 at a property …
Gavaska Bascome is alleged to have attacked a woman on June 15 and 16 at a property …
TCD to close early for Sir John’s funeral
The Transport Control Department will close at midday tomorrow in observation of Sir John Swan’s funeral service.
Arrangements are being made to reschedule affected customer appointments.
A service to…
Arrangements are being made to reschedule affected customer appointments.
A service to…
Police launch easier process for resolving traffic warrants
New initiative allows people with outstanding traffic warrants to be processed at Hamilton Police Station before appearing in court the same day
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Film documenting Bermuda riots tops British festival
A short film that explores civil disturbances in Bermuda claimed a top prize at one of the world’s largest documentary festivals.
Bermuda Riots Are Different, co-directed by Matt Mead and Bermudia…
ECB secures key parliamentary backing for digital euro
The digital euro, essentially an electronic wallet guaranteed by the central bank but marketed by banks or fintech companies, will allow all euro zone residents
EU to ramp up Meta probe into addictive design, Bloomberg News reports
The Instagram parent has been under fire over concerns about the impact of its platforms on young users’ wellbeing and online safety
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Forty drown in France as people seek relief from Europe’s heatwave
Britain, Italy and Spain were also sweltering in extreme heat, with record temperatures in some regions disrupting schools and transport networks
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Student artists share ‘many stories’ of Bermuda
Mirrors exhibition highlights youth talent and invites public voting at Washington Mall
The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, The
UK manufacturing orders shrink at fastest rate since 2020, CBI says
The Confederation of British Industry’s (CBI) monthly order books balance fell to -45 in June from -41 in May, its lowest ebb since the COVID-19 pandemic
Public asked to shape future of Parsons Road Park
Survey seeks community feedback on safety, accessibility, recreation and design ahead of planned revitalisation
The Department of Parks is inviting resid
BermudAir Tickets To Turks & Caicos Now Listed
BermudAir’s new nonstop flights between Bermuda and the Turks & Caicos are now listed for sale on the airline’s website, with the winter schedule showing service beginning in December 2026. The regular service of non-stop flights to the Turks & Caicos will mark the only ones available from Bermuda to anywhere in the Caribbean region, …
Former Scottish National Party chief jailed for five years
Murrell is the former husband of ex-SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon, who suddenly resigned in 2023, shortly before she was arrested as part of the probe into the par
UK watchdog fines StubHub, orders refunds to 50,000 fans over hidden ticket fees
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said some customers who bought tickets between April 6 and December 7 last year had to pay delivery and service fees
London shares at over one-week low on rate hike concerns; leadership in focus
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.7% to its lowest since June 12 at 0919 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 fell 1.8% to its lowest since June 10
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Sterling eases as Starmer replacement awaited, business activity contracts
Starmer’s decision to quit paves the way for an orderly transition of power, with Andy Burnham, the new member of parliament for Makerfield, his likely successo
Students Compete In ‘Zillion Dollar Island’
Students island-wide earned, saved, coded, and competed to build classroom economies in ConnecTech Coding’s Zillion Dollar Island competition, and Francis Patton’s Primary 5 and Whitney’s Year 9 classes emerged as top wealth builders, taking the primary and middle school titles. The Game A spokesperson said, ”Zillion Dollar Island is ConnecTech’s flagship financial literacy and coding simulation, …
DeSilva secures $64m loan to support affordable housing
Zane DeSilva, the Minister of Housing and Municipalities, has announced a $64 million loan to the Bermuda Land Management Corporation to support efforts to bolster housing.
He said the loan from Bermu…
He said the loan from Bermu…
Police chief cites resource challenges for Pati breaches
The Bermuda Police Service have defended their record on responding to the hundreds of public access to information requests it has received.
Darrin Simons, the Commissioner of Police, said that the B…
Darrin Simons, the Commissioner of Police, said that the B…
Hospital whistleblower offers simple steps to remedy overcrowding
Bermuda has won “a major victory” in getting hospital failures under independent review, a former hospital official turned whistleblower said.
However, Edward Schultz added: “As a community, we should…
However, Edward Schultz added: “As a community, we should…