Bermuda’s rising stars shine with top-25 finishes in Ohio
Bermuda’s rising triathlon stars produced a series of resilient performances against America’s elite at the US Junior Elite Festival in West Chester, Ohio.
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Advocates call for letters to MPs in support of BOPP
Environmental groups have launched a campaign urging members of the community to write to their MPs in support of the adoption of the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme.
The Bermuda National Trust, Be…
The Bermuda National Trust, Be…
O’Brien powers OCA to victory in festival opener
Bermudian all-rounder Isaiah O’Brien produced a sensational display of power hitting to lead the Ontario Cricket Academy (OCA) to a convincing six-wicket vict
DPP in historic address to Caribbean regional court
Bermuda’s Director of Public Prosecutions told the Caribbean Court of Justice how the island took the progressive step of removing a doctrine rooted in outdated assumptions about victims of sexual vio…
Opinion: Cost of living measure ‘will increase the regulatory burden on businesses’
OBA makes clear that it is not against lowering the cost of essential goods, but takes issue with Government’s approach
Statement by Dwayne Robinson,
Centenarian receives special visit on big birthday
A devoted educator, whose service to Bermuda has extended far outside the classroom, celebrated her 100th birthday this week.
Eloise Furbert marked the milestone on Monday, when she received a visit f…
Eloise Furbert marked the milestone on Monday, when she received a visit f…
UK Conservatives defend selection of former neo-Nazi as a candidate
Joshua Bonehill-Paine in 2015 was convicted of racially aggravated harassment of Luciana Berger, then a Labour member of parliament, and had also been imprisone
Pope Leo to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru in November, Vatican says
The pope will spend November 6-8 in Uruguay, 8-11 in Argentina and 11-17 in Peru
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Pope Leo will visit Uruguay, Argent
UK simplifies IPO rules in bid to revive flagging London listings
The Financial Conduct Authority said on Wednesday the changes would reduce the execution risk for issuers and lower compliance costs, and included removing a se
UN rights chief says Iran executed at least 56 people since March
Iranian authorities killed thousands of people during anti-government protests in January, Iran’s worst domestic unrest in decades
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Fairmont To Open Palmetto Beach Club
Fairmont Southampton will open Palmetto Beach Club on Thursday, August 13th, with the company saying “as the first completed guest experience ahead of the resort’s full reopening later this year, it offers a glimpse into the next era of one of Bermuda’s most iconic destinations.” A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton will open Palmetto Beach Club …
FTSE 100 climbs on Glencore, Next earnings and Iran deal hopes
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.12% to 10,892.23 points by 0847 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 0.6% to 24,608.02 points, on track to notch another c
ECB says investment shift towards AI helps ease drag of uncertainty on euro zone growth
Uncertainty is estimated to have reduced euro zone economic growth by 0.4% between the first quarters of 2025 and 2026 as firms and households curbed spending,
Oil prices rebound after Houthis say they attacked Saudi tanker
Brent crude futures were up $1.51, or 1.9%, at $80.87 a barrel by 1123 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures gained 90 cents, or 1.19%, to $76.67
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Sterling edges up; UK service sector activity improves
Investors took some heart from U.S. President Donald Trump saying his administration had held “very good discussions” with Iran during all-day negotiations on T
Eloise Furbert Celebrates 100th Birthday
Mrs. Eloise Furbert marked a momentous occasion, celebrating her 100th birthday on August 3rd. A Government spokesperson said, “Mrs. Eloise Furbert celebrated her 100th birthday on August 3. On her birthday, Acting Premier The Hon. Diallo Rabain JP, MP, accompanied by MP Leroy Bean and Mr. Derrick Burgess, visited Mrs. Furbert and presented her with …
Palmetto Beach Club Official Opening
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Fairmont Southampton opens Palmetto Beach Club
Day passes, cabanas and dining available from August 13 ahead of the resort’s full reopening
Bermuda’s newest luxury beachfront destination welcomes
Education reform aims to create ‘true’ two-tier system
The implementation of a “true two-tier” Bermuda public school system is back on the agenda with the return of Diallo Rabain as Minister of Education.
In his first sit-down interview since returning t…
In his first sit-down interview since returning t…
‘World class’ experience promised as Fairmont beach club opens
A milestone was reached in the return of the Fairmont Southampton with the official opening of the Palmetto Beach Club at the iconic resort yesterday evening.
The new luxury beach front venue — which…
The new luxury beach front venue — which…
Appeal launched against suspension of energy plan
Belco and the Regulatory Authority have launched legal action over a decision last month to suspend the Integrated Resource Plan.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, suspended the IRP — a…
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, suspended the IRP — a…
Appeal dismissed in child pornography case
The Supreme Court has upheld a decision not to fully suspend a prison sentence for a man convicted of child pornography offences.
Brian Bennett, 53, pleaded guilty in Magistrates’ Court to two counts …
Brian Bennett, 53, pleaded guilty in Magistrates’ Court to two counts …
Repeat sex offender jailed for three years
A serial sex offender who intruded on a woman’s a privacy has been sentenced to three years behind bars.
Devaun Cox, 41, was convicted of the offence in June after a trial and was sentenced in Magistr…
Devaun Cox, 41, was convicted of the offence in June after a trial and was sentenced in Magistr…
Spotify’s higher spending on marketing, AI features to hit profit
The company also projected third-quarter monthly active users below Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, blaming the weakness on product changes in emerging market
Congo Ebola response hit by worker protests over late pay
Dozens of health workers gathered outside Ebola treatment centres in Bunia, Rwampara and Mongbwalu, all in Ituri province, on Sunday and Monday, calling for im
Britain’s Princess Eugenie gives birth to third child
Eugenie, the younger daughter of the monarch’s disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson, already has two sons, August,
AI offers ‘lifeline’ for emerging economies, World Bank says
Widespread job losses due to AI are also less of a threat to emerging economies, the report found, adding that developing economies have more to gain and less t
Student Trailblazer Out Front Award Recipients
The Ministry announced the names of the Student Trailblazer Out Front Award recipients, with Sioma Tashani Rudo, Emma Oury, Sam Mello, Ruth Bella Correia, Kenya Robinson, Callahj Simons, Nyla Wellman, Chloe Burns, Zach McGuire, Dylan Jeffrey, and Khamil Burchall all receiving awards. A Government spokesperson said, “This week, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors will …
Award winners blaze a trail
Graduating students who have shown achievement, perseverance, service, creativity, leadership and strong character will be celebrated this week by the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors…
DPP Addresses Caribbean Court of Justice
Director of Public Prosecutions Cindy Clarke addressed the Caribbean Court of Justice in Trinidad & Tobago, becoming the first Bermudian to address the Court. A spokesperson said, “The Director of Public Prosecutions for Bermuda, Ms. Cindy E. Clarke, recently addressed the Caribbean Court of Justice [CCJ], appearing before the Court at its seat in Port …
Bermuda’s story of cancer care recognised on global stage
Every day, people across Bermuda place their trust in Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre during some of the most important moments of their lives.
Now, that story is being shared with audiences around …
Now, that story is being shared with audiences around …
Bermuda College to offer crisis response courses
Courses on responding to high-stress events will be offered at the Bermuda College this autumn.
The programmes will be led by Mira Ingemann, an instructor certified by the International Critical Incid…
The programmes will be led by Mira Ingemann, an instructor certified by the International Critical Incid…
Vox pop: How best to grow the population?
Growing the population – and thereby expanding the tax base – has been cited for years as key to economic growth.
Bermuda’s birth rate is in decline, a g
A legal first: Bermuda represented at Caribbean Court of Justice
The Director of Public Prosecutions for Bermuda, Ms. Cindy E. Clarke, recently addressed the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), appearing before the Court at its
Website Updated With 1,000+ Photos & Videos
Cup Match may be over for another year, but there is still plenty to see at BernewsCupMatch.com, which has been updated with more than 1,000 photos, videos and graphics from the 2026 celebrations. Offering the most comprehensive digital collection dedicated to Cup Match, the dedicated website brings together coverage from across the holiday period, including …
Sandcastle competition postponed until next year
Business and other commitments have caused the Bermuda Sandcastle Competition to be postponed until next year.
Hannah Emmerson, the organiser of the annual event, told The Royal Gazette that she coul…
Hannah Emmerson, the organiser of the annual event, told The Royal Gazette that she coul…
About one-in-five households have completed the 2026 Census
Jason Hayward, Minister of Economy and Labour, provides an update on progress
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About a fifth
Ministry of Health continues to monitor Ebola epidemic
Enhanced health surveillance has been introduced for travellers from certain countries as a precautionary measure to minimise the possibility of Ebola spread on the island.
The Ministry of Health said…
The Ministry of Health said…
Landmark exhibition to close with an evening in conversation
A talk with one of the island’s most accomplished living artists will close out a landmark exhibition of his work at the Bermuda National Gallery.
Residents have been invited to join Michael Frith in …
Residents have been invited to join Michael Frith in …
North Korea’s Vietnam War dead to get first memorial 60 years on
Vietnam and North Korea maintain diplomatic ties dating back to the Cold War, but Pyongyang’s direct involvement in the Vietnam War remains little known
Guatemala’s Fuego volcano intensifies, prompts preventive evacuations
The eruption sent pyroclastic flows — fast-moving mixtures of volcanic gas, ash and rock — down five ravines
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Oil prices drop after claims of progress in US-Iran talks
Brent crude futures fell $3.30, or 3.9%, to $80.47 a barrel by 11:19 a.m. ET (1519 GMT), and U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures dropped $3.67, or 4.6%, to $76
US-facilitated Israel-Lebanon talks have begun, says State Department
The latest round of U.S.-facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon began on Tuesday in Rome and will continue through Thursday
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Census Online Deadline Extended To Aug 16th
The Department of Statistics has extended the deadline to complete the 2026 Population and Housing Census online to August 16. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Statistics is encouraging households that have not completed the 2026 Population and Housing Census to take advantage of the extended online submission deadline and Fill the Gap. “Residents …
Rugby team set for opening clash against U.S.
Bermuda’s Men’s Under-19 national team have arrived in Querétaro, Mexico, ahead of the 2026 Rugby Americas North (RAN) XVs Championship at FC Total.
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Video: Concacaf Spotlights Bermuda Football
Concacaf’s latest Federation in Focus documentary shines a spotlight on Bermuda, offering a “cinematic look at the people, places and passion that shape the game on the island.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s rich football culture, proud history and promising future are in the spotlight in a new episode of Concacaf’s Federation in Focus docuseries, now available …
Tour de Guadeloupe: Bermudian duo complete tough Stage 4
Bermudian cyclists Nicholas Narraway and Kaden Hopkins crossed the line side-by-side on Stage 4 of the 75th Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe followi
Online Census deadline extended to August 16
The Department of Statistics is encouraging households that have not completed the 2026 Population and Housing Census to take advantage of the extended online s
All welcome at post-Emancipation Day celebration
Members of the community have been invited to join a post-Emancipation Day celebration on Wednesday evening at Horseshoe Bay Live.
The gathering, which is being hosted by Team Hayward — supporting the…
The gathering, which is being hosted by Team Hayward — supporting the…
Sidders narrowly misses out on podium place
Bermudian martial artist Geraldine Sidders delivered an impressive performance at the Canadian Wushu National Championships in Waterloo, Ontario, narrowly missi