EU warns of prolonged energy shock, forced cuts if Iran war continues
Global energy supplies are reeling from the war’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, usually a transit route for 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied na
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Bermuda College to host engineer course info session
The Bermuda College said the session is designed to help students and families explore engineering education pathways and related career opportunities
Robinson targets winning finish as Bermuda host Grenada
Bermuda’s Senior Women’s National Team are set for a final-day showdown on home soil as they prepare to host Grenada in the concluding match of their Concac
Narraway shows grit as grueling Redlands Classic concludes
Bermuda’s top cyclist Nicholas Narraway has successfully completed one of North America’s most demanding stage races, finishing 37th overall as the 2026 Red
Trott’s heroics secure Cardiff point as Bermudians shine overseas
Bermuda’s Nathan Trott produced a goalkeeping masterclass to help Cardiff City secure a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Huddersfield Town at the John Smith’s Sta
IMF cuts growth outlook, warns world already drifting toward more adverse scenario
Under the IMF’s worst-case outlook, the global economy teeters on the brink of recession, with oil prices averaging $110 a barrel in 2026 and $125 in 2027
Professional trio launch new standard for youth development
A new era in youth football development is set to begin this summer as Trevo Academy launches a holistic program combining elite technical training with leaders
India Vedanta power plant blast kills at least 17
Operations at the 600-megawatt coal plant were suspended after the blast, senior administration official Amrit Vikas Topno told Reuters
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EU age verification app ready as Europe moves to curb children’s social media access
Following Australia’s groundbreaking social media ban for children launched last year, a growing number of European nations are weighing their own restrictions
London’s FTSE 100 flat as banks limit healthcare gains; Mideast in focus
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index was flat at 10,611.03 points by 0957 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.1%
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Pope Leo, attacked again by Trump, flies to Cameroon on Africa tour
Leo, who was attacked again overnight by U.S. President Donald Trump over the pope’s opposition to the Iran war, will arrive from Algeria, where he blasted viol
Britain calls for international effort to stop arms flow to Sudan at Berlin conference
“Countries from across the world are coming together here in Berlin to discuss the way, frankly, the international community has failed the people of Sudan,” Br
Sterling steadies; risks from war to UK economy build
Sterling’s strength could prove short-lived, however, given how the war has complicated the outlook for UK growth and inflation, analysts said
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Bermuda Research Journal Aim For Expansion
Ywione Darrell and Kyaida Lanthier are looking to expand the reach of the Bermuda Journal of Academic Research after releasing its first edition. The co-chief editors said the focus is now on growing submissions, attracting new readers and securing support for future editions, with annual publications planned and a call for papers already issued. Mr …
His Majesty The King will
His Majesty The King will undertake a Royal Visit to Bermuda from 30th April – 2nd May marking His Majesty’s first visit as Sovereign to a British Overseas Territory.
Ministry: ‘Pothole Repairs Are Still Ongoing’
A Ministry of Public Works and Environment spokesperson confirmed that “pothole repairs are still ongoing and road paving has also resumed on Spanish Point Road.” The Minister of Public Works and Environment Jaché Adams said, “I understand the public’s frustration. We know people are tired of seeing potholes, and tired of feeling like the roads …
Assessment Of Emergency Department At KEMH
The Ministry of Health today announced that the Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] has been “formally directed to engage an external provider to conduct an independent, focused operational assessment of Emergency Department performance at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, aimed at immediate corrective action.” A Government spokesperson said, “The direction follows continued operational pressure within the …
BTA Appoints Eric Kincaid As Sales VP
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today announced the appointment of Eric S. Kincaid as Vice President of Sales and Business Development, effective April 6, 2026. A spokesperson said, “In this role, Kincaid will lead the BTA’s global sales and business development functions, supporting delivery of Bermuda’s National Tourism Plan. His focus will include strengthening group …
Column: MP Tucker On Public Guardian Office
[Opinion column written by MP Robin Tucker] In March, the One Bermuda Alliance submitted formal questions in the House of Assembly concerning the creation of the Office of the Public Guardian. This was promised long ago. The OBA’s goal was simple: to get clarity from the Government on how public money has been spent on …
‘Immediate correction action’ to remedy hospital strain
Emergency department performance at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital is to get “an independent, focused operational assessment” aimed at “immediate corrective action”, the Ministry of Health has anno…
Minister pleads for patience over potholes
Public Works Minister Jache Adams says he understands public frustration with road conditions, but adds that crews are working ‘as quickly as they can’
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King to learn about Bermuda history, nature during Royal Visit
King Charles III will get a flavour of Bermudian culture, nature and history after his arrival on the island this month.
Government House stated that the visit from April 30 to May 2 will mark King Ch…
Government House stated that the visit from April 30 to May 2 will mark King Ch…
King Charles III To Visit From April 30 To May 2
King Charles III will visit Bermuda from April 30 to May 2nd, and officials have released a brief summary of his plans while he is on the island. A Government House spokesperson said, “His Majesty The King will undertake a Royal Visit to Bermuda from 30th April – 2nd May marking His Majesty’s first visit as Sovereign …
US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade
Gulf, Pakistani and Iranian officials also said negotiating teams from the U.S. and Iran could return to Pakistan later this week, though one senior Iranian sou
Schoolgirls take on empowerment workshop
A three-day conference aimed at middle schoolgirls gave the youngsters a crash course on personal and professional success.
The fourth annual She Leads Middle School Conference gathered 34 pupils from…
The fourth annual She Leads Middle School Conference gathered 34 pupils from…
Carney vows to tackle cost of living in Canada with new majority government, suspends fuel tax
The first Liberal majority government in Canada since 2019 should allow Carney more freedom to pass the legislation he says is needed for the country to thrive
Six ships turned around as part of Strait of Hormuz blockade, US military says
The U.S. military has said that the blockade, which started on Monday, would only apply to ships going to or from Iran, including all Iranian ports on the Gulf
Lane closure planned to repair cables
A section of Crow Lane will be limited to traffic starting tomorrow, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A lane will be closed just south of Flora Duffy Hill so Digicel can repair …
A lane will be closed just south of Flora Duffy Hill so Digicel can repair …
Parents, are you looking to explore educational avenues outside of Bermuda?
Bridgeway Education will facilitate a boarding school fair this weekend offering students and parents the chance to explore UK-based educational programs. The e
Stowaway raccoon to be euthanised, says DENR
The raccoon was accidentally imported in a shipping container off the Hamilton docks, according to the Department of Enviroment and Natural Resources
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Entries open for environmental journalism contest
Young people aged between 11 and 25 are encouraged to showcase their storytelling, interviewing or film-making skills during the Young Reporters for the Environment national competition.
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The 2026 con…
College outlines engineering options abroad for students
Students who wish to pursue engineering can explore options through an information session at the Bermuda College this month.
The college said the forum, which runs from 6.30pm on April 30 at the But…
The college said the forum, which runs from 6.30pm on April 30 at the But…
Irish junior minister resigns in protest of government response to fuel protests
The government is still expected to survive the confidence motion the opposition put down after protesters blockaded oil infrastructure and left about a third o
ECB has not made its mind up on rates, Lagarde says
Investors have been speculating on ECB rate hikes as soon as this month as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz pushes up fuel prices in the energy-importing eur
Portugal aims to cap any deficit at 0.5% to protect investor confidence
The government had forecast that the budget surplus would narrow to 0.1% of GDP this year from about 0.3% of GDP in 2025, marking Portugal’s fourth consecutive
Minister: crews working to fix potholes
Residents were urged this afternoon to report potholes to the Ministry of Public Works and Environment so that they can be tackled efficiently.
Jaché Adams, the minister, said that the issue is being …
Jaché Adams, the minister, said that the issue is being …
Two groups recognised for environmental projects
Two institutions will be awarded for their efforts to bring environmental awareness to young people.
WindReach Bermuda and the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute were recognised as winners of th…
WindReach Bermuda and the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute were recognised as winners of th…
Pope Leo issues warning on democracy after Trump criticism
The first U.S. pope, writing to participants of a Vatican meeting about the use of power in democratic societies, said democracies remained healthy only when th
Accidentally imported raccoon caught in Pembroke
A raccoon that escaped from a shipping container that had recently arrived at the Hamilton Commercial Docks was safely trapped yesterday by Department of Environment and Natural Resources staff.
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Imported Raccoon Captured, To Be Euthanised
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR] responded to an incident involving an escaped raccoon that arrived in Bermuda in a shipping container and said the “raccoon will be humanely euthanised” noting that the “importation of this animal presented a serious biosecurity concern.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Environment and Natural Resources …
Lumina Festival bridges wealth gap with free programme
The Lumina Festival has announced The Playbook, a free financial literacy and wellness programme targeting Black men aged 18 to 45, beginning Monday, April 20
Regiment soldiers trained in emergency medical response
Members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment were trained in CPR, special rescues and other emergency procedures during a two-week programme put on by St John Ambulance Bermuda.
A total of 12 people from th…
A total of 12 people from th…
The Government confirmed in mid-June
The Government confirmed in mid-June 2025 that the Canine Advisory Committee submitted its final report in December 2024 and that the report included significant recommendations to address the dangerous dogs and dog attack issue – yet those findings and recommendations still have not been shared with the public.
Historically Black church vandalised during Easter Week
The Bethel A.M.E. Church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvannia – led by a Bermudian pastor, was broken into leaving them without power and over $150k in damages
OBA op-ed: Where is the Canine Advisory Committee Report?
OBA MP Robin Tucker has called for the government to address legislative reform on canine management
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Regiment soldiers trained to treat trauma in the field
Twelve members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment (RBR) became better equipped to respond to emergency medical situations thanks to a course provided by St John Ambu
Top Seeds Lay Down Marker as W.E.R. Joell Memorial Gets Underway
The W.E.R. Joell Memorial Tennis Tournament opened in clinical fashion on Monday, as the island’s top seeds dominated the early proceedings at the W.E.R. Joell
Further improvements made to public transportation app
Bermuda’s public transportation app now informs commuters if buses and ferries have been delayed or cancelled.
A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport said that the fea…
A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport said that the fea…
Ministry makes enhancements to Shorelink app
Users can now see the direction buses and ferries are travelling, view all stops across the island, and receive real-time alerts for delays and cancellations The Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport has announced a series of improvements to the Shorelink App, aimed at improving clarity, reliability, and ease of use for passengers […]
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MP Robin Tucker On Dog Control Reform
“If dog‑control reform is truly a priority for this Government, why after almost 18 months of receiving the Canine Advisory Committee report, hasn’t it been tabled and why hasn’t the Government presented the long promised legislative reform,” OBA MP Robin Tucker said. MP Robin Tucker said, “The Government confirmed in mid-June 2025 that the Canine …