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Column: Jarion Richardson On Road Safety Bill

July 20, 2026

[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Jarion Richardson] The public was told that the Road Traffic and Motor Car [Road Safety and Penalties] Amendment Bill would be debated in the House of Assembly on Friday 17 June. That debate did not take place because, instead of answering the Bill on its merits, proposing amendments or …

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Man’s death during police arrest in Italy leads to street protests

July 20, 2026

Abderrahim Fakir, a Moroccan-born entrepreneur who ran a small removals and cleaning business, died on Sunday after police were called to deal with a man behavi

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Portugal’s migrant curbs hit construction firms working to solve housing crisis

July 20, 2026

Portugal’s hardening immigration stance — part of the government’s attempt to fend off an ascendant far right — is choking the labour supply for constructio

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Soccer-Argentina run out of late Messi miracles against Spanish machine

July 20, 2026

Whether against Egypt in the round of 16 or England in the semi-finals, the Argentines had developed a way of finding their way back into a game, usually thanks

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UK’s Thames Water creditors prepare legal challenge if Burnham pursues nationalisation

July 20, 2026

Burnham has repeatedly said that public ownership is the best solution for Thames Water, which has been fighting for survival for years after successive owners

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Bonds unsettled as oil and gas climb, earnings loom for AI

July 20, 2026

Brent crude climbed above $90 a barrel for the first time in more than a month as the U.S. military started a ninth straight day of attacks against Iran, which

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Britain’s FTSE 100 slips on Middle East tensions; Burnham takes office

July 20, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.5% to 10,543.91 points by 1052 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.1%

International News via Reuters:

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UK markets position for Burnham premiership, yields tick up, sterling strengthens

July 20, 2026

Burnham, who will be Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade, will face an array of challenges in his new role — from a sluggish economy to worries about

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As Starmer bows out, Andy Burnham set to become UK prime minister

July 20, 2026

Starmer, who was ousted by his Labour lawmakers about a month ago, said his work as prime minister was “the privilege of my life” and that, as he passed the bat

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‘Extremely concerning’ lack of control over Covid travel data

July 20, 2026

A parliamentary committee has said that the health ministry could not confirm whether personal data provided for Covid-19 travel authorisations was taken by hackers in the September 2023 cyberattack t…

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Bermuda’s issued debt is over

July 20, 2026

Bermuda’s issued debt is over $3 billion – close to $3.5 billion, and the vast majority of this debt was created by PLP Governments.

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Southampton Rangers maintained their dominant

July 20, 2026

Southampton Rangers maintained their dominant form on Sunday, beating chief rivals St George’s by 42 runs at Southampton Oval.

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The Department of Parks advises

July 19, 2026

The Department of Parks advises dog owners and walkers that supplies of DogiPot waste bags are temporarily unavailable at some public locations while the Department awaits a new shipment, which is expected to arrive in approximately one month.

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Richardson presents political appointments Bill

July 19, 2026

Proposed legislation that would prohibit unsuccessful political candidates from working for the Premier, Cabinet ministers or the Opposition leader was rejected by MPs last week.
Jarion Richardson, th…

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Cost of Living Commission Amendment

July 19, 2026

The Government has tabled the Cost of Living Commission Amendment [No. 2] Bill 2026 to “strengthen Bermuda’s legislative framework for price transparency.” A Government spokesperson said, “To provide price transparency on supply chain cost, the Government tabled the Cost of Living Commission Amendment [No. 2] Bill 2026 in the House of Assembly to strengthen Bermuda’s …

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Police Renew Appeal In Jahcari Francis Murder

July 19, 2026

Police are renewing their appeal for information as the ninth anniversary of the murder of Jahcari Francis approaches, urging anyone with knowledge of the case to come forward. A police spokesperson said, “Today marks the 9th year anniversary of the murder of Jahcari Francis. Mr. Francis was fatally shot whilst inside a residence on Upland Street, Devonshire, …

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New Online Platform For Substitute Teachers

July 19, 2026

The Department of Education announced the “launch of a new online Substitute Application Platform designed to streamline recruitment, protect applicant data, and ensure payroll accuracy for the upcoming 2026–2027 academic school year.” A Government spokesperson said, “The new portal opened Friday, July 17, marking the official conclusion of legacy, paper-based application methods for the Department. …

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Tax, health legislation passed by House of Assembly

July 19, 2026

Amendments to strengthen Bermuda’s tax credit regime and streamline legislation overseeing the Bermuda Health Council were approved by the House of Assembly on Friday.
David Burt, the Premier and Mini…

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MPs amend human rights legislation

July 19, 2026

Residents who receive government assistance should no longer be refused housing and other services on that basis after MPs voted to amend Bermuda’s Human Rights Act.
The Human Rights Amendment Bill 2…

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New programme to support community projects

July 19, 2026

A $3 million scheme will be launched to support community beautification projects and bolster continuing maintenance projects, MPs heard last week.
Jaché Adams, the Minister of Public Works and Enviro…

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Digital platform launched for substitute teacher recruitment

July 19, 2026

The Department of Education has released a new online platform intended to streamline substitute teacher recruitment and replace pen-and-paper applications.
A government spokeswoman said the Substitut…

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Dog walkers urged to remember waste bags

July 19, 2026

Dog owners have been urged to bring their own waste bags when walking their pets as supplies have run out at some public bins.
A spokesman for the Department of Parks said that DogiPot waste bags are …

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Police issue witness appeal on ninth anniversary of murder

July 19, 2026

Jahcari Francis was killed in the Upland Street, Devonshire area nine years ago

Full media release from the Bermuda Police Service:

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Town hall on Caricom membership offered by OBA

July 19, 2026

Residents were invited to attend a Caricom discussion hosted by the One Bermuda Alliance tomorrow.
The town hall meeting at Vasco da Gama Club will begin at 6pm and present an opportunity for Bermudia…

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Investigation into 2017 murder of Jahcari Francis continues

July 19, 2026

Police have urged anyone with information about the murder of Jahcari Francis to come forward as the island marked the ninth anniversary of his fatal shooting.
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said …

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Today marks the 9th year

July 19, 2026

Today marks the 9th year anniversary of the murder of Jahcari Francis.

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‘Strong economies are built by people willing to innovate’

July 19, 2026

Minister Jason Hayward engages with entrepreneurs

Minister Hayward Engages Entrepreneurs on National Entrepreneurship Blueprint

The Minister of Econom

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OBA to host public meeting on CARICOM

July 19, 2026

Public invited to OBA Town Hall to discuss CARICOM

The One Bermuda Alliance is inviting members of the public to a town hall meeting to discuss CARICOM on Mo

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Insurance group welcomes new member

July 19, 2026

‘Mereo’s arrival reflects the continued confidence that global investors and industry leaders have in Bermuda as the premier jurisdiction for insurance and re

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TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Somerset Cup

July 19, 2026

TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Somerset Cup Match 2026 Celebration Service at Somerset Cricket Club Grounds

( Disclaimer ) TNN Does Not Own The Rights To Any Music Heard At This Special Service.

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Opinion: Public sector must do more to employ Bermudians

July 19, 2026

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Why Do So Many Qualified Bermudians Hit a Ceiling in Government?

A government that believes in Bermudians must do more than em

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Photos: Cricket Fans At Eastern County Game

July 19, 2026

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Honouring the ‘resilience, faith, and dignity of those who endured slavery’

July 19, 2026

Emancipation Day Declaration approved by the Anglican Diocese Synod

Emancipation Sunday — 26 July 2026**

The Synod of the Anglican Church of Bermuda

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New Cabinet minister: electoral reform on track

July 19, 2026

A switch in ministerial responsibilities will not impede the modernisation of how the island conducts elections, MPs heard last week.
The Reverend Emily Gail Dill, the newly instated Minister of the C…

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Sunday July 19th: “Good News” Spotlight

July 19, 2026

News that Alneisha Outerbridge from the Department of Employee & Organizational Development earned the PSEA Award, the Bermuda Police Service commended Police Constable Julian Brassington for saving a stabbing victim’s life, and Olivia Gazzard and Isabella Sousa won gold at the Eastern Caribbean Under-20 Beach Volleyball Championship were among the positive news stories from the …

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Supplemental funding approved for Compass Point purchase

July 19, 2026

Parliamentarians approved additional funding for the Department of Corrections and the Bermuda College, along with $15.2 million for the purchase of Compass Point.
David Burt said that the Supplementa…

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Law enhances Cost of Living Commission powers

July 19, 2026

Legislation passed by MPs would allow Bermuda’s Cost of Living Commission to examine whether duty relief on essential items has actually lowered prices on store shelves.
The Cost of Living Amendment (…

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In what will go down

July 18, 2026

In what will go down as one of the most dramatic finishes in Eastern Counties Cup history, Bailey’s Bay snatched the title away from holders Cleveland County with literally a minute to spare, winning by 68 runs at Lord’s, St David’s.

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Fray century fires Bailey’s Bay to Eastern County victory

July 18, 2026

Bailey’s Bay launched their 2026 Eastern County Cup campaign in style with an emphatic 68-run victory over Cleveland County at Lord’s in St. David’s.

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Post-lunch period had Fray and

July 18, 2026

Post-lunch period had Fray and Manders’s partnership as a feature, but marked by a dramatic decline in the scoring rate once Fray reached the nervous 90s. The opener appeared stuck in mud, spending the better part of an hour cautiously creeping toward his ton.

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Kenny DeFontes (1939-2026): legend of the island’s airwaves

July 18, 2026

Kenny DeFontes, who started out as a one-man household electrical service business in 1960, went on to build a broadcasting empire in Bermuda — but studiously avoided the public spotlight that could h…

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Law approved to support gang crime prosecution

July 18, 2026

Legislation aimed at tackling gang violence by allowing greater anonymity for witnesses was passed in the House of Assembly last night.

The Justice and Community Safety Reform Act 2026, tabled by …

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1,500 people gathered at Victoria Park for event last weekend

July 18, 2026

Summer Sunday Draws Large Crowd to Victoria Park for a Day of Summer Fun

Hamilton – July 16th, 2026

The City of Hamilton welcomed more than 1,500 reside

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Rapper Post Malone to headline FIFA World Cup closing ceremony

July 18, 2026

As the world prepares for football’s most anticipated match, an international music icon will take centre stage. Global superstar Post Malone will headline the FIFA World Cup 2026™ closing ceremony, delivering a landmark performance that will usher in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, 19 July. Produced in creative partnership with […]

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Over 1400 Ridesharing Trips Recorded So Far

July 18, 2026

“Between 10th June and 15th July 2026, Bermuda’s ridesharing programme recorded 1,466 rides, averaging approximately 41 rides per day during its first five weeks of operation,” Minister of Tourism and Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 17] the Minister said, “Early adoption was strong, with …

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Police: 128 arrests for impaired driving already in 2026

July 18, 2026

Police have urged the public to hold each other accountable in the face of continued impaired driving on Bermuda’s roads.
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said that eight people appeared in Magistra…

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‘We saw remarkable synergies between Bermuda and the Azores’

July 18, 2026

Premier Burt: ‘The relationship between Bermuda and the Azores now reaches beyond our historic ties towards a shared future’

Premier concludes visit

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‘Troops are meeting the changes head on’

July 18, 2026

Regiment reports on two-week foundational training

Warwick Camp Thursday, 16 July 2026

Resilient characters are developing alongside newfound skills a

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BELCO Responds To Minister’s Statement

July 18, 2026

BELCO has responded to the Ministerial Statement on the Integrated Resource Plan [IRP], correcting what they said were “inaccuracies about the plan’s timeline and BELCO’s role in developing it and reaffirming the Company’s commitment to Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “For almost 120 years, BELCO has served the 36,000 homes and businesses that rely on the …

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Motorcyclist Injured In Crash In The East End

July 18, 2026

A male motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a collision in the east end on Friday night. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 10:15 pm, Friday, July 17, 2026, Police and Emergency Medical Services personnel were dispatched a serious single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, at the roundabout on Cooper’s Island Road, [Clearwater] …