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Police Confirm Death Of 43-Year-Old Leroy Smith

May 19, 2026

The police have now confirmed the death of 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who died due to injuries sustained in a road collision late last month. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who was involved in a single vehicle collision shortly after 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, 30th April …

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Bermuda marks three road deaths after a series of crashes

May 19, 2026

Police have announced three road deaths tied to separate incidents bringing the total number to eight in just five months of 2026.
Leroy Smith, 43, who was involved in a crash on April 30, was named a…

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New season of Harbour Nights set to get underway

May 19, 2026

Harbour Nights is due to re-start on Front Street tomorrow, with an expanded 2026 season. It was called off last week due to bad weathe

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The Bermuda Police Service can

May 19, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who was involved in a single vehicle collision shortly after 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, 30th April 2026, has succumbed to injuries sustained in that incident.

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Allshores Announces Partnership With DailyMale

May 19, 2026

Allshores is partnering with the DailyMale, making a $270,000 donation to help expand mobile medical van screenings. A spokesperson said, “Allshores is partnering with the DailyMale with a donation of $270,000 over three years. “The donation will support the use of their medical van for screening outreach by the DailyMale and other healthcare organisations. The …

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Police Confirm: Two Separate Fatal Collisions

May 19, 2026

Two men died yesterday [May 18] in two separate road traffic collisions, the police have confirmed, A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the deaths of two men who lost their lives as a result of separate road traffic collisions yesterday, 18th May. These tragic incidents bring the total number of fatal …

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Sixth road fatality confirmed after Paget crash

May 19, 2026

Police say Leroy Smith succumbed to injuries sustained in April collision

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who wa

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Two fatal crashes recorded in one day

May 19, 2026

Police confirmed the deaths of two men following separate road collisions on Monday

The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the deaths of two men who

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Rider fighting for life after two-vehicle crash in Sandys

May 19, 2026

A motorcycle rider sustained life-threatening injuries following a collision between a livery cycle and a motorcycle in Sandys.
Police said that shortly before midnight on Monday, first responders wer…

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Ebola deaths in eastern Congo rise to 131, WHO voices deep concern

May 19, 2026

The new deaths brought to 131 the fatalities associated with the outbreak in eastern DRC

International News via Reuters:

Twenty-six more suspected E

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UK’s FTSE 100 ends marginally higher as bond yields resume their rise

May 19, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 index closed 0.1% higher at 10,330.5 points after rising as much as 0.8% earlier in the day

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U.S. troop withdrawal will not undermine NATO defence in Europe, top commander says

May 19, 2026

Grynkewich, speaking in Brussels where he met with military chiefs from NATO countries, added that European allies and Canada are taking more responsibility for

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Trump says US may attack Iran again but that Tehran wants deal

May 19, 2026

Trump was speaking to reporters at the White House a day after saying he had paused a planned resumption of hostilities following a new proposal by Tehran to en

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Hospital general wing entrance closed this weekend

May 19, 2026

An entrance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital will be closed on Saturday and Sunday.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board announced that the main entrance to the facility’s general wing will be closed durin…

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Port Royal school reopens after students turned away for a day

May 19, 2026

Port Royal Primary School reopened its doors today after turning students away for the duration of yesterday.
The Ministry of Education confirmed yesterday that the school was closed because of “insu…

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Champions crowned after final stand at Kim Burns Memorial

May 19, 2026

The third annual Kim Burns Memorial Pickleball Tournament reached a dramatic crescendo at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium, with a glittering day of finals bring

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Somersfield Academy dominate middle school badminton championships

May 19, 2026

Somersfield Academy enjoyed a spectacular day on home soil, sweeping three of the four gold medals on offer at the 2026 Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Mid

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Narraway competes in Gran Premio New York City

May 19, 2026

Costa Rica’s Sebastián Brenes Mata produced a stunning late surge to win the Gran Premio New York City, snatching victory in the final 50 meters of a gruelin

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Bermuda’s young sailors set for North American title bid

May 19, 2026

Bermuda’s next generation of sailing talent is heading north to compete against the continent’s finest at the 2026 Optimist North American Championship.

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Live Video: Press Conference On Bermuda Day

May 19, 2026

Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell and Minister of National Security Michael Weeks is holding a press conference this morning [May 19] to discuss Bermuda Day 2026. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories BermudAir Appreciate Students Parade Video: 2021 …

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Photos & Video: Harrington Sound Bermuda Day

May 19, 2026

Harrington Sound Primary School held a mini Bermuda Day celebration, with students showcasing Bermuda’s culture and traditions through colourful performances, parades, and community-themed activities. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day spanning the past 15 years, visit our website BDADay.com, the island’s most comprehensive resource on the Bermuda Day holiday. Almost 10,000 photos here Over 250 …

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Traffic Advisory For Bermuda Day Events

May 19, 2026

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment issued two traffic advisories in advance of Bermuda Day. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the public of traffic arrangements for Bermuda Day events taking place on Friday, 22 May 2026. “The Ministry’s notice should be read together with the separate notice …

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BMA Appoint Mesheiah Keane & Graham Collier

May 19, 2026

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has announced the appointments of a new Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer to strengthen its leadership team and advance its digital transformation, innovation, and operational resilience agenda. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] today announced two Senior Executive appointments aimed at enhancing its leadership team …

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BOE weighs alternatives to stablecoin holding limits following industry pushback

May 19, 2026

The BoE had previously said it would cap holding limits at 20,000 pounds ($26,786) per individual and 10 million pounds per business for sterling stablecoins th

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‘I saw bad stuff’, says 9-year-old who huddled in closet during California mosque attack

May 19, 2026

In an interview hours after the late-morning shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, Shanah recalled hearing a barrage of gunshots coming from outside the

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UK employers cut hiring and post fewer jobs under shadow of Iran war

May 19, 2026

Early payroll data from the tax office – often revised sharply around the start of the tax year in April – showed a heavy fall of 100,000 in the month from Marc

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Britain’s energy price cap to rise 13% in July, Cornwall Insight says

May 19, 2026

Energy bills are forecast to rise by 209 pounds ($280) to 1,850 pounds a year for a typical dual-fuel household from July

Wind turbines are seen next to an

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Person Seriously Injured In Collision In Sandys

May 19, 2026

One person was seriously injured in a two-vehicle collision in Sandys. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before midnight on Monday, 18 May 2026, first responders were dispatched to the scene of a two vehicle collision involving a livery cycle and a motorcycle on Malabar Road in Sandys, near the junction with Kitchener Road. “Initial information suggests …

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At least two dead, four injured in southern Spain shooting

May 19, 2026

The four injured were hospitalised and in a serious condition, the Guardia Civil force said in a statement

Exterior of a house at the site of an overnight s

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International health experts meet in search for Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine options

May 19, 2026

There have been 131 suspected deaths and 500 cases linked to the outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, according to the WHO

A Congolese health worker

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Shares and bonds steady as oil eases on Trump’s Iran comments

May 19, 2026

Trump said on Monday he had halted a planned resumption of attacks against Iran to allow time for negotiations to take place on a deal to end the war, after Teh

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Sterling slips after UK jobs data, politics in focus

May 19, 2026

The Office for National Statistics said the jobs drop was the biggest since May 2020, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, but stressed that the figures were

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Collision Involving Two Vehicles In Devonshire

May 19, 2026

[Updated] A two-vehicle collision involving a public bus and a motorcycle occurred on Palmetto Road in Devonshire. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:24am on Monday, 18th May 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a serious two vehicle collision involving a public bus and a motorcycle on Palmetto Road in Devonshire. “Details surrounding …

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Trial begins over fatal 2011 shooting of Randy Robinson

May 19, 2026

The trial of a man accused of a fatal shooting 15 years ago began in the Supreme Court yesterday with prosecutors describing the case against Devon Hewey.
Mr Hewey has denied charges of premeditated m…

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Port Royal school closed amid teacher dispute

May 19, 2026

A primary school embroiled in a dispute with the Minister of Education was closed for the day yestereday because of staff shortages.

The Royal Gazette contacted the Ministry of Education and was …

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Updating energy policy requires holistic approach, forum hears

May 19, 2026

Crafting Bermuda’s National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 will require a holistic approach, the Minister of Home Affairs said last night.
Alexa Lightbourne said the promulgation of the new policy, wh…

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Rare marine giant sighted on South Shore

May 19, 2026

Startled beachgoers vacated the ocean on Saturday after a four-foot marine animal was spotted swimming along the South Shore — but a sharp-eyed Hamilton resident proved correct when he recognised the …

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Couple on trial for alleged $300,000 seniors theft

May 19, 2026

A trial has started in the Supreme Court of a couple accused of stealing more than $300,000 from elderly clients over a seven-year period.
The Reverend Jaymo Durham, 52, and Keiva Maronie Durham, 44, …

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Serious collision in Sandys

May 19, 2026

Full police statement:

Shortly before midnight on Monday, 18 May 2026, first responders were dispatched to the scene of a two vehicle collision involving a l

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Photos & Video: Loyal Hill Bermuda Day Event

May 18, 2026

The Loyal Hill community in Devonshire kicked off their Bermuda Day celebrations a bit early, with a special parade this weekend featuring the majorettes, the Gombeys, and more. For extensive coverage of Bermuda Day spanning the past 15 years, visit our website BDADay.com, the island’s most comprehensive resource on the Bermuda Day holiday. Almost 10,000 …

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Notice Issued For Impounded Vehicles

May 18, 2026

The Department of Parks, in line with the Bermuda National Parks Regulations 1988, issued this public notice “requesting the owners of abandoned vehicles found on park properties to come forward and claim their impounded vehicles by Friday, 29th May 2026.” A Government spokesperson said, “The vehicles, identified below by their license plates, have been held …

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MP reaffirms bid for PLP leadership following abuse rumours

May 18, 2026

Jason Hayward, the Minister for Economy and Labour addressed rumours circulating online during Friday’s Motion to Adjourn session

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OpenAI defeats Elon Musk’s lawsuit, removing obstacle to IPO

May 18, 2026

In a unanimous verdict, the jury in Oakland, California, federal court said Musk had brought his case too late. The jury deliberated less than two hours

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US targets Cuban political, military leaders with new sanctions

May 18, 2026

The designations are part of a broader push by the Trump administration to increase pressure on Cuba’s communist government, including efforts to curb the flo

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Stocks mostly ease with tech shares while oil prices settle higher

May 18, 2026

Longer-dated U.S. Treasury yields were nearly flat after climbing to their highest level in over a year in overnight trading

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EU selects EQT to run its nearly $6 billion Scaleup Europe Fund

May 18, 2026

The fund would provide capital into deep-tech sectors, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, clean energy and space technology among others, sta

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Walking (and rolling) for WindReach

May 18, 2026

“Every step, every stride” went to the good cause at the weekend as the 21st annual WindReach Walk and Roll took to the streets.
The charity said proceeds from its inclusive community event went to it…

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Boston health team emphasises collaboration in cancer care

May 18, 2026

A team of doctors from Boston’s Mass General Brigham visited Bermuda to take part in a series of events celebrating the hospital’s ongoing collaboration with the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre.
Dur…

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Call for proposals to join Taste of Bermuda food festival

May 18, 2026

Bermudian-based operators in the catering and culinary business have been asked to submit proposals for “two immersive dining experiences” planned as part of Taste of Bermuda 2026, coming up this Octo…

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Fashion show will feature high school graduates

May 18, 2026

A first-of-its-kind event bringing together Bermuda’s graduating high school students is set to take the stage next month. The All Grads Rhythm and