Sterling dips after data points to cooling UK labour market
Sterling was last 0.1% lower against the dollar at $1.352, after rising to its highest level since May on Monday as traders reduced their bets on rate hikes fro
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ASU BIOS Bermuda Program Marks 50th Year
ASU BIOS is marking 50 years of its Bermuda Program, which has provided more than 320 research internships to Bermudian students since 1976. A spokesperson said, “ASU BIOS celebrates 50 years of the Bermuda Program, supporting the next generation of Bermudian scientists with over 300 research internships since 1976. “For five decades, the Bermuda Program …
Tourism Statistics For Second Quarter Of 2026
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] today released visitor statistics for the second quarter of 2026, providing a mid-year snapshot of performance across air, cruise, accommodations and maritime measures. A spokesperson said, “Behind the numbers is a deliberate strategy: diversify where visitors come from and grow what each visitor contributes. Every destination is chasing higher-value travel. …
Applications are invited for the
Applications are invited for the post of Police Constable within the Bermuda Police Service (BPS). The BPS has several opportunities for applicants seeking a career in law enforcement, representing the community, and contributing to our mission of ‘Making Bermuda Safer.’
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As Police and Government are urging more caution on the roads, we look back at how this has been a lingering problem for Bermuda…
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Census data is secure, Minister assures
Responding to concerns about cyber security and the 2026 Census, Minister Jason Hayward sought to assure the public that their data is safe
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ASU BIOS internship programme celebrates 50 years
An internship programme launched to introduce young Bermudians to scientific fields celebrated 50 years of success.
The Bermuda Programme at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences has supported more …
The Bermuda Programme at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences has supported more …
Barclays names former Bank of America executive Joo as co-CEO of investment bank
The British lender said on Monday that Joo, most recently co-head of global investment banking at Bank of America, will join in early 2027 and become co-CEO of
Nestle looks to develop new products to serve users of weight-loss drugs
The rapid adoption of drugs made by Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly has fuelled investor concerns that appetite-suppressing medicines could permanently reduce demand
Stellantis recalls 955,000 vehicles because radio software may disrupt rear-view camera
Owners will receive an over-the-air radio software update via a prompt on the vehicle’s media screen when the update is available
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Back to school campaign sets $80,000 goal for pupils
A charity dedicated to helping grieving families today set an $80,000 donation goal to help young pupils ahead of their first day of school.
Gina Spence-Virgil said her charity’s Each One Reach One dr…
Gina Spence-Virgil said her charity’s Each One Reach One dr…
Minister joins prestigious Field Fellowship
A government minister is taking part in a year-long international programme for senior political leaders.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, has joined the 2026 cohort of the Field Fello…
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, has joined the 2026 cohort of the Field Fello…
Police Confirm Arrest Of 27-Year-Old Woman
The Bermuda Police Service confirmed that a 27-year-old woman is in custody and said they are “working closely with our international law enforcement partners and the appropriate authorities to progress the necessary processes.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of reports circulating on social media regarding an INTERPOL Red Notice …
Minister Lightbourne Joins Field Fellowship Cohort
Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne, has joined the 2026 cohort of the Field Fellowship, a year-long international programme for senior political leaders founded by former Prime Minister of New Zealand Dame Jacinda Ardern. A Government spokesperson said, “Fellows are identified and invited by the programme, and Minister Lightbourne is the first Minister of the …
Twelve killed and at least 10 injured in Polish bus crash in Hungary
The bus, which also had two drivers on board, was returning to Poland from a shrine to the Virgin Mary at Medjugorje in southwestern Bosnia and Herzegovina
Foreigner taken into custody
Police have taken a foreign national into custody after reports surfaced on social media about a woman wanted in the Philippines for murder.
The Bermuda Police Service said a 27-year-old female is in …
The Bermuda Police Service said a 27-year-old female is in …
One Communications’ Back-To-School Event
One Communications will hold its annual back-to-school event this Sunday [Aug 23] at Victoria Park, featuring free activities, entertainment, food, school supplies, and giveaways for families. A spokesperson said, “One Communications is excited to welcome students, parents, and community members to its annual back-to-school event on Sunday, August 23, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Victoria …
Dozens of motorists issued traffic tickets today
Close to 70 traffic tickets were issued to motorists this morning as the Bermuda Police Service continued road safety and enforcement efforts across the island.
Officers handed out the penalties betwe…
Officers handed out the penalties betwe…
Pink Route ferry returns to service this afternoon
The ferry servicing the Pink Route will return to duty this afternoon after nearly four weeks under repair.
Georgia, according to the Department of Marine and Ports, was set to leave Hamilton at 3…
Police Issue Nearly 70 Traffic Tickets So Far Today
“Close to 70 traffic tickets have been issued since 7:00am today, including 40 so far for speeding and 10 for using a mobile phone while operating a vehicle,” the police said at approximately noon today [Aug 17]. The spokesperson said, “The remaining tickets were issued for a range of other traffic offences. These road safety and …
UK employers stuck in “low-hire, low-fire” mode, survey shows
The survey was published a day before official data is also expected to paint a weak picture of the labour market
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The visit will take place
The visit will take place during the week of 19 to 23 April, with Justices hearing a range of appeals, as well as undertaking extra-judicial and educational work to highlight the role of the JCPC and its importance to Bermuda, and Britain’s other Overseas Territories.
Iran threatens to go on offensive in Strait of Hormuz if diplomacy with US fails
Progress towards peace talks and a resumption of oil tanker traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz has ground to a halt
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Rain aids fight against Belgium’s biggest wildfire, as blazes rip through Europe
Wildfires have ripped through Europe this summer, with successive heatwaves fuelled by climate change intensifying drought and leaving vegetation tinder-dry
Trump says Iran should surrender, threatens to bomb Oman
An interim deal agreed to in June declared an “immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts”, but quickly unraveled
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Bermuda to host Privy Council hearings in 2027
In a first for the island, the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council — the final court of appeal for Britain and its overseas territories — is to hold a week of appeal hearings in Bermuda.
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Airport authority CEO departs after nine years
Lester Nelson, who joined the Bermuda Airport Authority in March 2017 as its first employee, will retire as chief executive at the start of October, following more than nine years of service.
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Airport Authority CEO to retire in October
Lester Nelson, the Chief Executive Officer of the Bermuda Airport Authority for the past 9 years will retire 1 October 2026
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Camp registration team hailed for overcoming hurdles
A team within the Department of Sport and Recreation have been honoured for their hard work overcoming technical challenges with the July Public Service Excellence Award.
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Staff involved in the Governm…
According to police, since 7
According to police, since 7 a.m. this morning, officers have issued approximately 70 traffic tickets, including 40 for speeding and 10 for the use of mobile devices while operating a vehicle. The remaining tickets were issued for a range of other traffic offences.
Camily Lovell Earns Duperreault Fellowship Award
The Duperreault Fellowship has named Camily O. Lovell as its 2026 recipient, awarding her $25,000 in financial support to assist in her doctoral studies in Community Care and Counselling at Liberty University in Virginia. A spokesperson said, “The Duperreault Fellowship has announced Camily O. Lovell as the recipient of this year’s award. The Duperreault Fellowship, established …
Live Video: Bermuda’s U14 vs Barbados
Bermuda’s Under-14 boys football team will begin their 2026 Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series campaign against Barbados today [August 17] in the Dominican Republic, and you can tune in and watch the live stream below. The young Gombey Warriors are competing in Tier I Group A alongside Barbados, Martinique and hosts Dominican Republic. The …
New pool lift expands access at National Sports Centre
The Government has unveiled a new accessible chair lift at the National Sports Centre Aquatic Centre, aimed at making the pool more inclusive for persons with d
Truck overturns on South Road after hitting two vehicles
Police have cordoned off a section road near the Fairmont Southampton after a three-way collision involving three heavy trucks.
While details were limited, a Bermuda Police Service spokeswoman said it…
While details were limited, a Bermuda Police Service spokeswoman said it…
Three trucks collide on South Road
An overturned truck is blocking the road and one driver has been taken to hospital
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Driver Injured In Three Vehicle Collision
A truck driver was taken to hospital following a collision involving three heavy trucks on South Road in Southampton, with one of the trucks “overturning and completely blocking the roadway.” A police spokesperson said, “Police and other first responders are currently on the scene of a road traffic collision involving three heavy trucks on South Road, …
Motorcyclist hospitalised with possible head injury after Smith’s collision
Police and other first responders attended a potentially serious road traffic collision on North Shore Road in Smith’s involving a car and a motorcycle.
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Apple to change app data consent rules, German regulator says
The Federal Cartel Office found that Apple’s App Tracking Transparency framework gave its own apps more favourable consent prompts than those of third-party dev
Bermuda Championship Tickets Now On Sale
Tickets for the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship are now on sale, with the PGA TOUR event returning to Port Royal Golf Course from October 22-25. A spokesperson said, “The Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Bermuda’s PGA TOUR event, is excited to announce that tickets for the 2026 tournament are now available for purchase. The Championship will return …
AI market correction is coming, ECB blog predicts
Investors have been piling into technology stocks on bets that AI will fundamentally alter the global economy, and valuations for top tech companies are now far
Search teams comb rubble in Colombia nearly a week after quake as aid effort expands
The 7.4-magnitude quake struck Monday morning in San Jose del Palmar, causing severe damage from the Pacific port of Buenaventura to Colombia’s coffee-growing r
Bermuda Healthcare Services is preparing
Bermuda Healthcare Services is preparing to introduce a new state-of-the-art Siemens MAGNETOM Flow.Neo MRI machine that Dr. Ewart Brown says will provide Bermudians with faster, more comfortable and advanced diagnostic imaging without the need to travel overseas.
‘Heroes’ and ‘Nashville’ actress, Hayden Panettiere, dies at 36
No cause was stated, but the death of the nominee for a Grammy and two Golden Globe awards was being investigated, the publicist, Kasey Kitchen, told broadcaste
Three People Injured In Two Collisions In Paget
Three people were injured in two separate collisions on South Road in Paget, including a motorcyclist who sustained serious head injuries. A police spokesperson said, “There have been two serious road traffic collisions on South Road in Paget. The first involved two motorcars just east of Peace Lutheran Church. Both drivers sustained what were described as …
Asking prices for UK homes show biggest August fall in 8 years
Average asking prices fell 2.0% in four weeks to August 8, sharper than the 10-year average fall of 1.3%
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Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts
They added that more than 130 people had been injured, many with broken bones
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Around 5,000 people have been evacuate
FTSE 100 set to snap six-day losing streak as miners gain
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.1% to 10,757.91 points by 1022 GMT, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 slipped 0.2%
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Sterling advances ahead of economic data that could test rally
Sterling rose 0.21% against a weaker dollar to $1.3560 after three consecutive weekly gains
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The pound rose on Monday
Allan Douglas Jr smashed an
Allan Douglas Jr smashed an unbeaten double century as part of a riveting fireworks display at Southampton Oval, where Southampton Rangers lit up both Willow Cuts and the record books.
There have been two serious
There have been two serious road traffic collisions on South Road in Paget.