FBI raids Democrat Swalwell’s home in sexual-misconduct investigation, source says
FBI agents seized electronic devices from Swalwell at the San Francisco International Airport and searched his home in Washington, D.C. last weekend
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Serbia to hold snap elections on Oct 18 or 25, President Vucic says
The parliamentary elections in Serbia were originally set for December 2027
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Serbia will hold snap parliamentary elec
UN candidate Baki vows focus on conflict prevention, UN renewal
Baki, who was born in Ecuador to Lebanese immigrant parents and lived in Lebanon during the 1975-1990 civil war, also pledged to lead a “renewal” of the United
Seasonal protection for black grouper still in effect
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has warned commercial and recreational fishermen off two areas to protect black groupers.
The two “grouper boxes”, which contain black grouper aggregations…
The two “grouper boxes”, which contain black grouper aggregations…
Premier: island’s tally of digital asset businesses now at 56
Advancements for the Government and the Fintech Development Fund to push ahead in digital currency will go before legislators next month in the House of Assembly.
David Burt, the Premier and finance m…
David Burt, the Premier and finance m…
TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Zane DeSilva
TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Zane DeSilva of Island Construction and ICS Tires, Presentation to Somerset Cricket Club President Richard Scott
Farmers, property owners urged to sign up to Grow Local
Landowners and aspiring farmers are being urged to register their interest in an initiative intended to bring potential agricultural spaces to life.
The Department of Planning’s Grow Local programme, …
The Department of Planning’s Grow Local programme, …
Investigation into illegal emu importation continues
Government authorities continue to investigate the importation of exotic animals after an emu was reportedly brought onto the island.
In response to queries, a spokeswoman for the Department of Enviro…
In response to queries, a spokeswoman for the Department of Enviro…
Meta’s Zuckerberg buys 19th-century castle in southeast of Ireland
Strancally Castle was built around 1830 on land overlooking the River Blackwater and underwent extensive renovation in 2003, according to a state architectural
UK’s FTSE 100 flat as mining and oil gains counter broader weakness
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index held steady at 10,748.16 points, while the midcap FTSE 250 fell 0.55% to 24,508.66 points
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Overloaded boat capsizes in Nigeria, at least 40 bodies recovered
The accident happened near Gorau in Goronyo local government area and rescue efforts are continuing, said Abdulkadir Yusuf, an area manager at the National Inla
Music and cultural celebration planned for Pig’s Field
A yearly get-together brought by the Department of Culture will come this Saturday to Pig’s Field in Pembroke with a “youth edition” of Cultural Connect.
The free event from 2pm to 4pm at the field of…
The free event from 2pm to 4pm at the field of…
Court: 19-Year-Old Charged With Firearm Offenses
[Written by Don Burgess] A 19-year-old appeared in Magistrates Court today [Aug 20] charged with firearm offences alleged to be in connection with a shooting at Southampton Rangers Sports Club in May. Josef Ferreira was charged with discharging bullets from a firearm on May 24. He was also charged with conspiring to import a firearm into …
Top Canada, US trade negotiators to meet again as deal deadline nears
Canada’s minister responsible for trade with the U.S., Dominic LeBlanc, is due to meet U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Thursday at 12:15 p.m. EDT (1
Bermuda names team for cycling event
The Bermuda Bicycle Association has named a five-rider national team to represent Bermuda at the 2026 Caribbean Junior Road Cycling Championships in Belize.
Youth Cultural Connect Event On August 22
The Department of Culture will host a special youth edition of its annual Cultural Connect event this Saturday [August 22] from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Pig’s Field, Band Room Lane, Pembroke. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Culture will host a special youth edition of its annual Cultural Connect stakeholder event this Saturday from …
Police issue close to 120 traffic tickets
Almost 120 tickets — mostly for speeding — were issued to motorists as police and transport officers united to make islands roads safer yesterday.
On its Facebook page, the Bermuda Police Service said…
On its Facebook page, the Bermuda Police Service said…
Men Charged With False Information Offences
[Updated] Two men appeared in Magistrates Court today [Aug 20] charged with offenses which are understood to be in connection with the report of a rattlesnake. Victor Bahia, 31, was charged with allegedly transmitting a false message contrary to section 66 of the Electronic Communications Act, and Alvaro Cro, 55, was charged with allegedly making …
Man, 19, charged with discharging firearm, smuggling
A teenager was remanded this morning after being accused of several firearms-related offences.
Josef Ferreira, 19, was charged in Magistrates’ Court with discharging bullets from a firearm on May 24.
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Josef Ferreira, 19, was charged in Magistrates’ Court with discharging bullets from a firearm on May 24.
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Men charged in connection with rattlesnake saga
Brazilian and Azorean plead not guilty
A Brazilian national has been charged with transmitting a false image, contrary to the Electronic Communic
Man faces court accused of ‘false snake report’
A Brazilian national is to appear in front of a magistrate in connection with “transmitting a false message” — understood to be related a rattlesnake that was reported to have been seen in Southampton…
Man accused of transmitting a false message
Brazilian national charged
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Court Charge For ‘Transmitting False Message’
A charge has been approved against Brazilian national Victor Bahia for allegedly “transmitting a false message contrary to section 66 of the Electronic Communications Act,” the Department of Public Prosecutions confirmed today. A spokesperson said, ”The criminal proceedings against Victor Bahia concern the role alleged to have been played by him in the distribution of an image which …
A decade after earthquake, Italy’s Amatrice struggles to rebuild
The 6.2-magnitude earthquake and aftershocks destroyed much of Amatrice’s historic centre and many outlying areas, leaving several thousand people homeless
Robots poised for ‘ChatGPT moment,’ Unitree CEO says
The global AI boom that has reshaped the world economy was sparked in late 2022 by ChatGPT’s breakthrough large language model, a watershed moment that drove ma
Ugandan UN candidate stresses reform, invokes St Francis
Otunnu spoke in an informal dialogue with U.N. member states and civil society groups aimed at assessing the candidates to replace Guterres, who steps down at t
Rescue mission for aging NASA space telescope fails
Katalyst’s LINK craft was launched in early July to approach the observatory, also known as Swift, some 216 miles (347 km) in space, grapple onto it and then tu
Prince Harry and Meghan to move back to Britain
The surprise move comes after the couple spent recent years repeatedly criticising the royal family and lambasting the British press
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British recruiter Hays beats annual profit expectations on cost cuts
Globally recruiters are cutting costs to bolster profits as geopolitical tensions and AI-driven efficiencies weigh on hiring, with firms preferring shorter-term
Oil hits 3-week high on Middle East supply concerns amid war impasse
Brent crude futures for October delivery rose $1.20, or 1.3%, to $92.82 a barrel by 0813 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures for September add
Dollar falls to three-month low as Treasury moves to soothe bond jitters
The dollar index, which measures the dollar against six other currencies, was at 98.723, its lowest level since May 14
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Shortly before 5:30 am on
Shortly before 5:30 am on Thursday, 20th August 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a propane gas truck on Somerset Road, just west of Beacon Hill.
Truck Overturns After Collision In Sandys
A collision involving a car and a propane gas truck occurred on Somerset Road this morning [Aug 20] resulting in the propane gas truck overturning onto its side. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 5:30 am on Thursday, 20th August 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a road traffic collision …
Questions persist over funding allocation for hospital crisis
Six months after a major budget allocation to the Bermuda Hospitals Board to alleviate overcrowding, health officials have not yet decided how the money will be spent.
It comes as an independent revie…
It comes as an independent revie…
Propane gas truck involved in Somerset crash
Disaster was averted this morning when the occupants of a motorcar and propane gas truck survived serious injury after a crash in Sandys.
The Bermuda Police Service report that just before 5.30am, the…
The Bermuda Police Service report that just before 5.30am, the…
BLMC rebuts claims of sudden eviction from Marginal Wharf
A land development company hit back against claims that tenants of an East End space set to become a grocery store and warehouse were suddenly advised to leave.
Andrew Dias, chief executive of the Ber…
Andrew Dias, chief executive of the Ber…
Murder accused to challenge extradition to Philippines
A woman wanted in the Philippines in connection with a murder charge has been formally remanded into custody in Bermuda.
Maria Theresa Jeremias Requerme, 27, a Filipina, is understood to have been in …
Maria Theresa Jeremias Requerme, 27, a Filipina, is understood to have been in …
Justice ministry recruitment case returns to court
A lawsuit brought by two civil servants against the Government over its recruitment methods is due back in court today for a judge to consider how the case should proceed.
K. Amani Lawrence and Eugene…
K. Amani Lawrence and Eugene…
New firefighters complete key training phase
Minister Perinchief commended the class for their commitment and readiness to serve the community
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Nine firefighter recruits were reco
10 electric buses arrive in Bermuda
Final order due this year to hit 110-bus target by 2027
The Department of Public Transportation (DPT) welcomed 10 new electric buses on August 18,
For decades, demographic projections have
For decades, demographic projections have warned of an upcoming tsunami of challenges we would face as 25% our population enter their senior years requiring access to more healthcare services, appropriate housing, long-term care, nursing facilities, legal public protections and financial assistance.
Nine Recruits Reach BFRS Training Milestone
Nine firefighter recruits – Jaylon Bather, E. Camren Caines, Jayorie Fox, Erik Frederick, Cole Hepburn, Stefan Maybury, Kobie Reid, Jonah Robinson and Keion Smith — were recognised today for reaching an important milestone in their journey to becoming fully trained members of the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service [BFRS]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of …
Entertainment sector boosted by event committee says MP
Bermuda’s National Events & Entertainment Committee is aiming to shape the future of major events across the island.
Kendal Trott sat down
Ten New Electric Buses Arrive In Bermuda
Ten new electric buses have arrived in Bermuda, with the Minister stating their arrival marks “another important milestone in our commitment to a modern, reliable and sustainable public transportation system.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Public Transportation [DPT] welcomed 10 new electric buses on August 18, as the vehicles were driven off the …
Nine firefighter recruits were recognised
Nine firefighter recruits were recognised today for reaching an important milestone in their journey to becoming fully trained members of the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service (BFRS).
Two Canadian nationals were remanded
Two Canadian nationals were remanded in custody yesterday after appearing in Magistrates’ Court in connection with an alleged importation of diamorphine into Bermuda.
London stocks gain as gold miners shine
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index edged up 0.1% to 10,743.35 points, while the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 0.3% to 24,643.52 points
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A 27-year-old Philippine national who
A 27-year-old Philippine national who made headlines this week after being identified as one of several people sought by authorities in the Republic of the Philippines in connection with a murder investigation appeared in Magistrates’ Court this morning.
UK’s Smith+Nephew CFO John Rogers to step down for external role
The departure follows Smith+Nephew’s decision weeks ago to cut its annual revenue growth forecast after second-quarter sales missed expectations due to weak U.S
UK employers raise pay by least in 10 months, Brightmine says
The median pay award by employers fell to 3.2% in the three months to the end of July, down from 3.3% in the previous three rolling quarters, figures from human