Trump says UK’s Starmer is no Winston Churchill after rift over Iran strikes
The Oval Office comments were Trump’s third broadside against Starmer this week as Washington’s campaign of air strikes against Iran stoked concerns among some
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UK rapper Ghetts jailed for killing Nepali student in hit-and-run
The award-winning artist, whose real name is Justin Clarke-Samuel, pleaded guilty in December to causing the death of 20-year-old Yubin Tamang in north London l
Grief & Loss Awareness event to honour victims of traffic incidents
https://vimeo.com/1170073569?fl=pl&fe=ti
Another clarion call today to drive responsibly and save lives.
The Gina Spence Program said the choices mad
Premier visits centenarian during birthday celebrations
A senior matriarch was visited by the Premier as she celebrated her 100th birthday.
Margaret Burgess was joined by family and friends from several countries during a two-day celebration at Coco Reef R…
Margaret Burgess was joined by family and friends from several countries during a two-day celebration at Coco Reef R…
Bermuda Dance Team Wins International Honors
The Bermuda Dance Academy International Performance Team, directed by Nikia Manders, returned last month from the Revive Dance Convention and Competition in Orlando, Florida, with outstanding results and a renewed sense of pride. A spokesperson said, “The team traveled with 12 dancers—Kennedy Steeves, Sanziniah Raynor, Tjaia Butler, Aanya Mills, Nia Cross, Tessanne Williams, Riley Evans, …
Bermuda Dance Team Wins International Honors
The Bermuda Dance Academy International Performance Team, directed by Nikia Manders, returned last month from the Revive Dance Convention and Competition in Orlando, Florida, with outstanding results and a renewed sense of pride. A spokesperson said, “The team traveled with 12 dancers—Kennedy Steeves, Sanziniah Raynor, Tjaia Butler, Aanya Mills, Nia Cross, Tessanne Williams, Riley Evans, …
A reported vehicle fire in
A reported vehicle fire in Warwick this afternoon (Tuesday, 3rd March 2026) has resulted in traffic diversions at the junctions of Burnt House Hill and Tamarind Vale, along Middle Road, Warwick.
Young, Georgopoulos & Sawden Earn Awards
Rego Sotheby’s International Realty has honoured its top-performing agents for 2025, recognizing Margaret Young, Christina Georgopoulos, and Rachel Sawden for excellence in production, sales, listings, and rentals. Top Producing Agent – Margaret Young Most Valuable Selling Agent [Sales Unit Volume] – tie with Margaret Young and Christina Georgopoulos Most Valuable Listing Agent [Listings Sold Volume] …
WRC To Host Women’s History Month Events
The Women’s Resource Centre is celebrating Women’s History Month with a sold-out March 6 breakfast and the HERstory Festival on March 28 under the theme “Give to Gain.” A spokesperson said, “March marks Women’s History Month, a time to honour the achievements, resilience, and leadership of women throughout history and within our own community. The …
Creatives Live Historical Tour Held
The Department of Culture hosted the Creatives Live Historical Tour: They Arrive: Remembering the Enterprise [and Other Stories of Resistance] on 26 February 2026, curated by writer, community activist and entrepreneur Kristin White. A spokesperson said, “The event brought together residents and visitors for a meaningful journey through Bermuda’s history, presented in partnership with storytellers, …
Vehicle fire causes traffic diversions in Warwick
No injuries reported; motorists on Middle Road should expect delays near Burnt House Hill and Tamarind Vale
A reported vehicle fire in Warwick has disrup
Legal Aid Office to undergo streamlining measures
The Legal Aid Office is to undergo a strategic review to make the service more efficient, the Junior Minister of Justice announced in the House of Assembly.
Dennis Lister III, when he provided detail…
Dennis Lister III, when he provided detail…
Minister On Supporting Youth’s Mental Health
“I am pleased to announce the launch of the Youth Mental Health Training Programme led by the Department of Health,” Minister of Health Kim Wilson said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, This morning, I am pleased to announce the launch of the Youth Mental Health Training Programme …
Wilkerson: $20 million investment into prison staff
Funding is available to bolster staffing at the island’s prisons and efforts are under way to improve the process of filling the posts, the Minister of Justice confirmed today.
Kim Wilkerson, who is a…
Kim Wilkerson, who is a…
US judge preliminarily approves $35 million settlement between Epstein estate, accusers
Boies Schiller Flexner, a law firm representing Epstein victims, announced the settlement on February 19
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A U.S. judg
UK’s issuance of long-dated government bonds to fall to 21-year low
The UK Debt Management Office said it intended to issue 252.1 billion pounds ($335.7 billion) of government bonds in the 2026/27 financial year – down from 303.
UK stocks log biggest drop in nearly a year on inflation fears
Brent crude gained nearly 7%, while European gas prices soared 15% after the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran halted energy exports from the Middle East
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Britain sends destroyer and helicopters with counter-drone tech to Cyprus
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Tuesday he was sending the naval vessel along with helicopters with counter-drone capabilities to the region, as the conflic
Delayed financial assistance payments to be made today
A technical problem resulted in delayed payments to financial assistance clients yesterday but the funds will be issued today, the Government advised.
The Department of Financial Assistance said it wa…
The Department of Financial Assistance said it wa…
Weeks: Budget bolsters border security measures
An increased budget will translate to investments in new equipment and staff for the Ministry of National Security.
Michael Weeks, the minister, said at a press conference this morning that the minist…
Michael Weeks, the minister, said at a press conference this morning that the minist…
More than 1,000 civil servants can retire next year
More than 1,000 of the island’s 4,600 public officers will be eligible to retire next year, the Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation told MPs yesterday.
Providing details on his minis…
Providing details on his minis…
City seeks feedback on Christmas Boat Parade
The call for input follows a decline in entrants in recent years
Media release:
The City of Hamilton has launched a survey inviting members of the loc
Bermuda Delegation Attends CARICOM Meeting
Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne joined Premier David Burt and MP Christopher Famous as part of Bermuda’s delegation to the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM, which concluded on Friday, February 27 in St. Kitts and Nevis. A spokesperson said, “The Conference, hosted by CARICOM Chairman, the Honourable …
Rabain provides digitisation updates
The Government has laid the foundation to create a unified digital space and modernise services, MPs heard this week.
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, provide…
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, provide…
Premier Celebrates Margaret Burgess 100th Birthday
Premier David Burt personally honoured Margaret Burgess on her 100th birthday with a special presentation, highlighting “her life as a Bermudian matriarch.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt made a special presentation to Ms Margaret Burgess in recognition of her centennial birthday and her life as a Bermudian matriarch. …
School book drive seeks public support
Nikita Robinson invites residents to help deliver over 1,300 books to schools for World Book Day
Media release:
Evangelist Nikita Robinson of Th
UK’s Senior gets takeover proposal from consortium that includes Blackstone
Senior, a parts-supplier to Boeing and Airbus, last week disclosed it had received five takeover proposals in recent months, with private equity firm Advent con
Euro zone inflation jumps before likely oil price hit
Inflation in the 21 countries that share the euro jumped to 1.9% from 1.7% a month earlier, outpacing expectations for 1.7%, as rising food and services costs o
Bermuda voices in Middle East give differing takes on Iran war
As war in the Middle East ripples out from the Israeli and US strikes on Iran at the weekend, accounts of life under fire came from a Bermudian in Dubai and a Bermudian-linked woman 1,300 miles away i…
Free public safety seminars roll out island-wide
The programme teaches practical tools to help residents avoid and respond to threats
https://vimeo.com/1169899331?fl=pl&fe=sh
A new series of free p
ECB should be flexible as Iran conflict muddies outlook, Stournaras says
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, which is widening to other countries in the region, is seen as threatening to push up inflation and make a dent in Europe’s alread
Reeves set for careful UK budget update as Iran conflict alarms investors
Reeves will announce fresh economic and borrowing forecasts by Britain’s fiscal watchdog and she is expected to steer clear of any spending surprises that could
France to send anti-drone systems to Cyprus after British base attack, report says
The reported French aid to the island follows Greece’s offer of assistance hours after RAF Akrotiri, a British sovereign base, was targeted in two separate dron
UK grocery inflation edges higher to 4.3%, says Worldpanel
Grocery inflation had hit a nine-month low of 4.0% in its previous report
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UK grocery inflation edged up to 4.3% in t
European markets hurting as Iran war widens
ING says the euro zone is the most exposed major economy to the conflict, making the region, which has benefited from investor diversification out of U.S. asset
Walking tour honours ‘stories of resistance’
Activists and artists reflect on defining historical moments
The Department of Culture hosted the Creatives Live Historical Tour: They Arrive
Premier honours centenarian Margaret Burgess
Presentation marks her 100th birthday as family and friends celebrate at Coco Reef Resort
The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt
An incident unfolded yesterday at
An incident unfolded yesterday at a popular nursery facility in the North Street area after a former owner Ms. McCartney Hart attempted to gain access to the premises without prior notification, prompting a swift response from security personnel and police.
‘Trailer park’ housing draws opposition
A housing project on the horizon for Sandys would set “a dangerous precedent for trailer-park style housing” on the island, an objection to the proposal claimed.
Images and details about the modular h…
Images and details about the modular h…
Court criticises threats on judicial staff
A senior accused of a series of threats on a prosecutor within the main court building in Hamilton on Friday is on remand awaiting the April 1 Arraignments session after Maxanne Anderson, the senior m…
Bermuda could secure massive investment for clean energy
Bermuda could unlock hundreds of millions of investor dollars to fund major infrastructure projects for renewable energy if it advances legislation, according to the head of an asset managemonet compa…
A Southampton man has been
A Southampton man has been charged with multiple offences including threatening behaviour and obstruction, and has elected to have his case heard in the Supreme Court.
A 54-year-old woman was formally
A 54-year-old woman was formally charged during today’s monthly arraignment session in the Supreme Court of Bermuda before Justice Juan Wolffe.
All-female panel to talk leadership
An author, speaker and researcher will lead a discussion about women’s leadership and collaboration at Pier Six on Front Street this week.
A statement said Christie Hunter-Arscott will moderate the pa…
A statement said Christie Hunter-Arscott will moderate the pa…
Work to strengthen Caribbean ties at Caricom conference
The Minister of Home Affairs has spoken on strengthening relationships in the Caribbean as the Government works to determine if Bermuda will commit to full Caricom membership.
Alexa Lightbourne joine…
Alexa Lightbourne joine…
Rideshare plan lacks data, says taxi group
Randy Broadbelt of the BTOA believes Government is progressing its rideshare law without current facts on taxi operations
https://vimeo.com/1169715825?share
The Premier and Minister of
The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, made a special presentation to Ms Margaret Burgess in recognition of her centennial birthday and her life as a Bermudian matriarch.
Privacy Commission issues guidelines for recording in public
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner has urged residents and organisations to familiarise themselves with privacy rules regarding recording people at public events.
It follows the release of a new s…
It follows the release of a new s…
Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz
This is Iran’s most explicit warning since telling ships it was closing the export route on Saturday, a move that threatens to choke a fifth of global oil flows
From handwashed underwear to fake Adidas, stranded travellers wait out travel chaos
The 49-year-old Slovak winemaker was returning from an ayurvedic retreat in Sri Lanka when she became stranded in the Qatari capital
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