Spa offers ‘greener approach’ to beauty care
As Bermuda celebrates Spa Month, local businesses are showcasing wellness-focused services for both residents and visitors.
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Third Point buys stake in Spanish defence firm Indra, source says
A spokesperson for Indra declined to comment on Third Point’s purchase, which was first reported by Bloomberg
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US conducts first air transport of nuclear microreactor in bid to show technology’s viability
The agencies partnered with California-based Valar Atomics to fly one of the company’s Ward microreactors on a C-17 aircraft — without nuclear fuel — to H
A 42-year-old man was charged
A 42-year-old man was charged in Magistrates’ Court today with four offenses arising from a Valentine’s night disturbance at the Cambridge Beach Hotel property.
Freisenbruch Insurance Services Ltd. (FIS)
Freisenbruch Insurance Services Ltd. (FIS) is pleased to announce that Carla Seely has rejoined the Company as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective Monday, February 2.
Tourist visits drop 10% even as spending increases to $550m
The island’s total number of visitors dropped almost 10 per cent last year, according to the Bermuda Tourism Authority.
Figures listed in the BTA’s Year End Report showed that air arrivals fell to 199…
Figures listed in the BTA’s Year End Report showed that air arrivals fell to 199…
Former OBA candidate denies assaulting police officers
A former One Bermuda Alliance candidate this morning denied allegations that he fought police officers at a hotel in an incident on Valentine’s Day.
John Seymour, 42, from Pembroke, pleaded not guilt…
John Seymour, 42, from Pembroke, pleaded not guilt…
Council urges drivers to put safety first
The Bermuda Road Safety Council has urged road users to make safety a priority, in the wake of the island’s third road fatality for 2026 when a female pillion passenger died after a bike crash in St G…
Lane closure will affect traffic on Blue Hole Hill
A lane closure is in effect at a section of Blue Hole Hill in Hamilton Parish, adjacent to Grotto Bay Beach Resort and Spa, the Ministry of Public Works said.
The closure is for wall construction and …
The closure is for wall construction and …
Road safety campaign gets creative treatment at college
Bermuda College media arts students have drawn up campaigns for road safety championing designated drivers.
A college spokesman said the students were challenged to present original campaign concepts …
A college spokesman said the students were challenged to present original campaign concepts …
Digital tool brought to bear on building permits backlog
Paperwork at the Department of Planning that has held up the approval of building permits is getting a digital tool to speed up the process, from today.
The mechanism, SAFEbuilt, offers extra technica…
The mechanism, SAFEbuilt, offers extra technica…
Portugal says efforts to balance budget, cut debt constrained by storm damage
Estimating the damage to homes, factories and infrastructure from the storms will take some weeks, Miranda Sarmento told reporters as he arrived at a Eurogroup
Austria files charges against suspect over planned 2024 Taylor Swift attack
The statement referred to the suspect’s arrest in August 2024, the same month as three planned Swift concerts were cancelled at short notice after Austrian auth
‘Lovers’ Arch’ collapses on Valentine’s Day on Italy’s Adriatic coast
The natural arch, part of the Sant’Andrea sea stacks near the town of Melendugno in the southern region of Puglia, had long been a popular backdrop for wedding
Siemens Energy investors say wind unit spin-off is premature
The comments reflect support for the company’s strategy of stabilising the business first and only then looking at possible strategic options
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Thomas and Hilgers master the elements at Port Royal
The 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Junior Championships concluded in dramatic fashion at Port Royal Golf Course, as Alabama’s SJ Thomas and Arizona’s Aubrey Hilge
Furbert gold headlines successful Pacers campaign in Maryland
The Bermuda Pacers Track Club are heading home from the PVA 14 & Under National Age-Group Invitational in Landover, Maryland, with a gold medal and a series
Bermuda selects trio for Junior Davis Cup challenge
Bermuda has named its three-man squad for the 2026 Junior Davis Cup, as the island’s most promising young talents prepare for the international stage.
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Bortoli narrowly misses podium as Bermuda’s triathletes shine in Barbados
Bermuda’s next generation of triathletes have delivered a series of gritty performances at the 2026 World Triathlon Development Regional Cup in Bridgetown, Ba
Environmental charity names internship recipient
The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce has named Gloria Simmons as the second recipient of its Stuart Hayward Internship.
The scholarship programme was created to support recent graduates,…
The scholarship programme was created to support recent graduates,…
Centre releases home guide for testing blood pressure
A stroke rehabilitation centre has published a guide on effective home blood pressure monitoring as part of Heart Month.
Evolution Healing Centre said that hypertension, or high blood pressure, remai…
Evolution Healing Centre said that hypertension, or high blood pressure, remai…
Macron urges calm after activist’s death sparks political clash
The 23-year-old died on Saturday, having fallen into a coma after being violently beaten on Thursday outside a conference given by Rima Hassan, a far-left membe
Third road fatality prompts renewed safety appeal
Road Safety Council calls on motorists to prioritise caution and responsibility
The Bermuda Road Safety Council is deeply saddened to hear about the trag
Wild New Zealand storm disrupts transport, leaves thousands without power
Domestic media reported a few flights had resumed operating by afternoon from the airport in Wellington although cancellations were still widespread after airpo
Big tech stocks lose billions as AI spending fears hit valuations
Microsoft shares have fallen about 17% year-to-date on concerns over risks to its AI business and growing competition from Google’s latest Gemini model and Anth
PLP to host Founders Day and Drum Major Awards
The “vision and sacrifice” of the founders of the Progressive Labour Party are to be celebrated at an annual event on Sunday.
Founders Day also includes the Drum Major Awards honouring people in the …
Founders Day also includes the Drum Major Awards honouring people in the …
Governor, ministers attend Somersfield showcase
Andrew Murdoch, the Governor, commended the work of students at Somersfield Academy after attending the school’s Personal Project Exhibition this month.
A spokeswoman said Mr Murdoch called the projec…
A spokeswoman said Mr Murdoch called the projec…
Newsflash Video & Weekend Reports, Photos
This past weekend saw the island mourn the death of veteran journalist Ceola Wilson, a female die following a collision in St. George’s, three men stabbed in Southampton, and various community and sporting events. Links to our weekend coverage are below, click to view more. News/Misc: Ministers Attend Floating Bookfair Opening Regiment To Help Hurricane …
PLP mourns passing of journalist Ceola Wilson
The party says she ‘represented the very best of Bermudian journalism’
The Progressive Labour Party joins the people of Bermuda in mourning the passing o
Chamber: Minister ‘to be commended’ for hospitality summit
The organisations cites collaboration on workforce challenges
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The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce issued the following media release.
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Gov’t convenes summit to tackle hospitality staffing gaps
Workforce Development and industry partners address recruitment and training needs
Recently, the Ministry of Economy and Labour, through the Department o
Germany to extend border checks by six months, minister tells Bild
The corresponding notification is currently being sent to the European Commission, the newspaper reported citing sources in the government
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Ministers welcome Logos Hope to Bermuda
The floating bookfair docks in Hamilton until March 4
Last week, (Feb. 12), on behalf of the Government of Bermuda, Deputy Premier and Minister of Housin
Media colleagues across Bermuda are
Media colleagues across Bermuda are mourning the loss of veteran journalist Ceola Wilson, as heartfelt tributes continue to pour in this morning honoring a woman many describe as one of the island’s finest female reporters.
The Logos Hope has returned
The Logos Hope has returned to Bermuda for the first time in 16 years and is docked in Hamilton until March 4.
Tributes are pouring in following
Tributes are pouring in following the sudden passing of well-known female journalist Ceola Wilson, whose body was discovered at her Southampton home over the weekend.
Regiment’s new recruits stay strong during two-week camp
Soldiers-in-training at the Royal Bermuda Regiment have been successfully adjusting to military life, despite a week of cold and erratic weather.
New recruits said that their reasons for joining the b…
New recruits said that their reasons for joining the b…
Tributes Paid To Ceola Wilson
Following the passing of veteran journalist Ceola Wilson, tributes were shared by Opposition Leader Ben Smith, former Premier Ewart F. Brown, and the Progressive Labour Party, all of whom highlighted her lasting impact on Bermuda’s media landscape. Opposition Leader Ben Smith Statement “Bermuda has indeed lost a gem with the passing of journalism veteran, Ceola …
Royal Bermuda Regiment leads multinational hurricane relief mission in Jamaica
Working alongside regional partners until February 28
A contingent of the Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR) has travelled to Jamaica to spearhead a multinational
Spurs Hit Seven in Villa Thriller; Nolan Shines for Bradford
Tottenham Hotspur emerged victorious from a sensational ten-goal encounter as they dismantled Shaun Goater’s Aston Villa in the Women’s Super League. In a m
Tributes paid after death of ‘fearless’ journalist
Ceola Wilson described as brilliant, intense and authentic
Ceola Wilson. Photo from Facebook
Moving tributes are being paid after the passing of jour
Join the Regiment for breakfast walk & run
Fitness and fellowship come together for soldiers and members of the wider community this month with the welcome return of a Royal Bermuda Regiment Breakfast Ru
Minister signs pact to accelerate energy efficiency
Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne took part in Global Energy Efficiency Alliance ministerial roundtable in the UAE
The Minister of Home Affairs
Ceola Wilson (1961-2026): a dedicated and fearless journalist
Ceola Wilson, who was known for her direct and unapologetic approach to journalism, died this weekend. She was 64.
Ceola Berneice Wilson experienced the growth of the news industry for 40 years while…
Ceola Berneice Wilson experienced the growth of the news industry for 40 years while…
Ministers Attend Floating Bookfair Opening
Multiple government ministers recently attended the official opening of the MV Logos Hope, which hosts the world’s largest floating bookfair. A Government spokesperson said, “Last week, [Feb. 12], on behalf of the Government of Bermuda, Deputy Premier and Minister of Housing and Municipalities, the Hon. Zane DeSilva, JP, MP, the Acting Minister of Tourism & Transport, …
‘Tourism industry contributed 4.5% to GDP’
The Ministry of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, released the 2024 Tourism Satellite Account report from the Department of Statistics.
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Sunday Feb 15th: “Good News” Spotlight
News that Bermuda’s boxers impressed at Canada’s Brampton Cup, Somersfield Academy M5 students presented yearlong independent learning at the Personal Project Exhibition, Bermuda’s Davis Cup men’s team received a warm airport welcome after a historic World Group II win, were all some of the positive news stories from the past week. In an effort to …
Government Hold Hospitality Workforce Summit
The Ministry of Economy and Labour, through the Department of Workforce Development [DWD], convened a Hospitality Workforce Summit to address Bermuda’s workforce needs and advance long-term solutions to support the hospitality industry. A Government spokesperson said, “The summit brought together key industry stakeholders, including the Bermuda Industrial Union and the Bermuda Tourism Authority, with specific …