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Camp Connect lottery rerun ‘successful’

A lottery system registration process for the subsidised summer camp programme that had to be completely rerun because of technical problems has been successful, a government spokeswoman said.
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‘Market sounding’ launched for Marginal Wharf proposals

The Bermuda Land Management Corporation is gauging interest in development at a site in St David’s.
A recent public notice stated that the BLMC had received a proposal from a private developer for the…

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Devon Hewey murder trial caught up in traffic

The trial of a man accused of murder was delayed after the defendant was involved in a road traffic incident, a Supreme Court jury heard yesterday.
Devon Hewey, who is on trial for the March 2011 murd…

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Remembering a true statesman

OBA MP Linda Smith pays tribute to Sir John Swan and his role in building a vibrant economy

Sir John was charismatic and comfortable anywhere in Bermuda and

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Supported by a Government Guarantee,

Supported by a Government Guarantee, this initiative represents an estimated total of $64 M to deliver a total 84 homes spread out through developments at Tommy Fox Road, Albert Row and Victoria Place.

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Supported by a Government Guarantee,

Supported by a Government Guarantee, this initiative represents an estimated total of $64 M to deliver a total 84 homes spread out through developments at Tommy Fox Road, Albert Row and Victoria Place.

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Teacher Induction Programme Completion

Minister of Education Crystal Caesar delivered remarks at the Bermuda Teacher Induction Programme completion ceremony, congratulating the inductees on their achievement. Minister Caesar said, “Good evening, ladies and gentlemen, It is a pleasure to join you this evening as we celebrate the successful completion of the Bermuda Teacher Induction Programme. Tonight is, first and foremost, about …

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Supermarket charity day raises nearly $28,000 for diabetes care

A competitive walk and run this spring brought in nearly $28,000 for the cause of diabetes care.
The 2026 Lindo’s to Lindo’s in March featured 1,129 participants, who travelled from the supermarket’s …

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Adult Education School closing on day of Sir John’s funeral

A school in Hamilton that caters to mature learners will temporarily close its doors on Wednesday for the funeral of the late former premier, Sir John Swan.
The Adult Education School said that for ma…

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Father’s Day fight ends in arrests, injuries, sword seizure

Two men were arrested last night after a fight ended with two people injured and a samurai sword being seized.
A police spokesman said officers and emergency medical service personnel were called to a…

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Public Invited To Vote At Mirrors Exhibit

The public is invited to visit the Mirrors 10th Annual Student Art and Digital Exhibit at Washington Mall and vote for the 2026 “People’s Choice” award. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, The Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, invites the public to visit the Mirrors 10th Annual Student Art and …

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Public get their say on Parsons Road Park redesign

The Department of Parks has invited Pembroke residents and others to share their thoughts on designs for Parsons Road Park.
A public survey began today to give the community a chance to offer feedback…

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Bob Marley’s family behind expanded fragrance collection

The Marley Fragrance collection has expanded, with two new scents officially joining the lineup and making their way to Bermuda. The latest addit

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BCB approves $64m loan to support affordable housing program

Housing and Municipalities Minister Zane DeSilva said the agreement marked a ‘major milestone’ in the project to provide 84 homes for families most in need

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At least 18 dead in France, including two children in hot car, as Europe bakes

As schools in France closed or modified timetables, forecasters in Britain predicted temperatures could break records for June this week

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Oil settles down more 3% after US-Iran talks signal easing supply risks

In early trading, prices had climbed to $82.30 because of threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to restart the Iran war, and Tehran’s announcement that it had

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European leaders offer warm farewell to Starmer

Starmer, the first non-Conservative prime minister since Britain voted to leave the European Union, rejected suggestions that it could rejoin the 27-member bloc

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Photos: Bermuda Defeat Belize In T20 Qualifiers

Bermuda have defeated Belize convincingly by ten wickets in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Qualifier at the North Field, National Sports Centre today [June 22]. In a rain-affected match, reduced to 12 overs each side, Belize were reduced to 45 for seven. Bermuda were set 48 [Duckworth/Lewis method] to win, with openers Onias …

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Loan secured to support affordable housing projects

Zane DeSilva, the Minister of Housing and Municipalities, announced a $64 million loan to the Bermuda Land Management Company to support efforts to bolster housing.
He said the loan from the Bermuda C…

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Bermuda secure hard-fought ninth-place finish with victory over Suriname

Bermuda’s women’s tennis team secured a hard-fought ninth-place finish at the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group III tournament following a tense 2-1 victory o

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Golden glory for Bermuda’s Yushae Andrade in Birmingham

Bermuda’s Yushae Andrade produced an outstanding performance of tactical precision to capture the BC1 women’s gold medal at the Birmingham 2026 World Boccia Cha

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New Balance Nationals: Outerbridge claims fifth in blistering 200m final

Bermudian sprinting prospect Miles Outerbridge narrowly missed out on a place on the podium after storming to a fifth-place finish in the showpiece final of the

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Live Video: Minister Zane DeSilva Press Conference

Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva is holding a press conference this afternoon [June 22] to provide a briefing on bank financing for affordable housing. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister DeSilva On Housing Initiatives Video: Minister DeSilva Press Conference …

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Keir Starmer To Resign As British Prime Minister

Sir Keir Starmer has announced he will step down as Prime Minister, saying that he will remain in the post until a leadership contest is complete. “Mr. Starmer said that he would remain as prime minister until a new party leader is selected, by September, rather than fight to remain in the job he won almost two …

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Opinion: No heart should grieve alone

Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda Third Sector Spotlight: The Gina Spence Program

Bermuda’s Grief & Loss Awareness Day (BGLAD 2026)

In Bermuda, there

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Lindo’s donates nearly $28k to Bermuda Diabetes Association

The event marks the biggest fundraising event of the year for the Bermuda Diabetes Association and this year’s funds will go towards supporting the charity’

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Thirteen dead, dozens injured, after blast inside Qatar’s Ras Laffan complex

Liquefied natural gas facilities were not impacted by the explosion, Qatar’s Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi said

International News via Reuters:

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Can anyone fix Britain? Regular change of PM a symptom of UK’s malaise

Starmer, who won one of the biggest landslides in British political history, is out after less than two years

International News via Reuters:

On Mon

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Ebola infects more than 1,000 in Congo, spreads to kill toddler in new camp

The confirmed death count stood at 254, Congo’s government said late on Sunday, more than a month after the declaration of the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo s

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Global business leaders back faster electrification shift

Companies including Nestle and Ikea on Monday urged governments to make electrification central to their economic strategies, to help reduce exposure to volatil

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Black Jack 100 claims blistering line honours in Newport Bermuda Race

The historic 635-nautical-mile Newport Bermuda Race has been conquered at exceptional speed, with the formidable super-maxi Black Jack 100 arriving first to cla

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Spain’s ex-transport minister sentenced to 24 years for corruption

Abalos was convicted of offences including criminal organisation, bribery, embezzlement and influence peddling

International News via Reuters:

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Temperatures to exceed 40C in European heatwave as three die in France

Temperatures in Bordeaux in southwestern France were forecast to exceed 42 degrees Celsius (107.6 degrees Fahrenheit) on Monday and weather agency Meteo France

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Pope Leo decries leaders who ‘feed’ wars while millions go hungry

Leo, who has been more outspoken on political issues in recent months, urged governments to increase their spending to combat hunger and not subject food aid to

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A letter sent by TNN’s

A letter sent by TNN’s Trevor Lindsay to the Governor His Excellency Andrew Murdoch in November 2025 has resurfaced and is now circulating publicly, seven months after it was originally submitted, the question remains Who “Leaked” the letter as the letter was only sent to the Governor of Bermuda.

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EU reassesses whether to hold July UK summit after Starmer resignation announcement

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen earlier praised Starmer

International News via Reuters:

The European Union is reassessing whether

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US and Iran make ‘encouraging progress’ at talks although tension remains

The two sides agreed to a roadmap towards a lasting deal to end their war within 60 days at the talks in the Qatari-owned Swiss mountain resort of Buergenstock,

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A decade of chaos: Britain prepares for seventh prime minister

The chaos dates back to the Brexit referendum, 10 years ago to the day on Tuesday

International News via Reuters:

British Prime Minister Keir Starm

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Britain’s pound weighed down, Starmer resignation clouds fiscal outlook

Starmer, who has been in the job less than two years after his Labour party won a landslide election victory, said nominations for anyone to replace him would o

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UK’s Starmer to resign after Labour support drains away

In an emotional speech, Starmer said he had listened to his governing Labour Party and realised that he was no longer the man who should lead it into a national

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Bermuda’s ‘special sauce’ when it comes to global reinsurance

Speaking at the Athene Life Careers Expo, Ms Williams emphasised the collaborative approach which makes Bermuda attractive to international companies

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Photos & Video: BUEI Host ‘Oceans Open House’

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] welcomed families and community members to its annual Oceans Open House on June 20, celebrating World Oceans Month with a day of free ocean-themed activities and educational experiences, along with an artistic display of ocean plastics arts & crafts. Related Stories Photos & Video: BZS & BAMZ World Ocean Day …

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Keir Starmer resigns as UK prime minister

LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said today he is stepping down as leader of the governing Labour Party and will leave office within weeks, forced out by his own party scarcely two ye…

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Beloved market looks to new future after founder’s passing

A Court Street institution that, nearly 30 years ago, managed to win the island over to the Caribbean faces tough decisions on how to carry on its creator’s legacy.
Albertha Waite, widow of Trevor Wai…

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Top civil servants and police chief rack up Pati breaches

Eight high-ranking public servants have committed a “serious statutory breach” of the Public Access to Information Act this year by not giving decisions to those requesting records.
The failures by to…

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Court strikes out ‘wrong-headed’ claim against BMA

The Supreme Court has struck out a complaint against the Bermuda Monetary Authority by a former employee who said the body infringed on his constitutional rights.
Craig Walls, who served as a senior a…

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Upcoming documentary explores Bermudians in UK

More than 30 Bermudians will discuss adjusting to life in Britain in an upcoming documentary.
Briton Charles Reilly moved back to the UK in 2017 after living in Bermuda for decades and was inspired t…

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TNN News has receive word

TNN News has receive word of a serious domestic dispute at a residence on South Avenue in Southampton, just off the Horseshoe Road area, on Sunday evening.

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Man denies assaulting police officers in East End

A man has denied assaulting two police officers and causing more than $11,000 of damage to a police vehicle.
Jazeque Smith-Hollis, 22, pleaded not guilty to assaulting Pc Robert Butterfield and Pc Ty…

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Premier explains extra spending on Ministers’ staff

An estimated extra million dollars spent on the Premier’s and Ministers’ political advisors; Premier says these individuals “make significant sacrifices” to sup

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