UK public inflation expectations retrace in April, Citi/YouGov survey shows
Short-term inflation expectations fell to 5% in April from 5.4% in March, while long-term expectations eased to 4.2% from 4.5% a month earlier, according to the
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AG impressed with BVI’s incentive-based prison system
The Attorney-General has highlighted a recent visit to an all-male prison in the British Virgin Islands where she learnt about the steps taken by authorities to improve operations and culture.
Kim Wi…
Kim Wi…
Photo removed from St Peter’s ahead of Royal Visit
A photograph of King Charles III and his ex-wife, Diana, the former Princess of Wales, has been taken down at St Peter’s Church ahead of the Monarch’s visit to Bermuda this week.
Peter Sheridan, for t…
Peter Sheridan, for t…
Video: Minister Launches Vaccination Week
Minister of Health Kim Wilson held a press conference today [April 27] to launch Vaccination Week. The press conference has just concluded and we will have additional information later on, and in the meantime the live video replay is below. Related Stories Video: Ministry Releases CKD Findings Video: Minister On Vaccination Week Events Video: Minister …
‘Spring Into The Arts’ Showcases Continue
The Department of Education’s Spring into the Arts festival continues with “Family of Schools” showcases featuring student performances under the theme “One World, Many Stories.” A Government spokesperson said, “Following the successful launch of the Spring into the Arts festival, the Department of Education invites the public to keep the momentum going as the celebration …
Mirrors Launch Community Leadership Academy
The Mirrors Programme has launched its 2026/27 Community Programme Leadership Academy, recruiting 45 volunteer Life Coaches to support youth development through an eight-month mentoring initiative. A Government spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme is excited to launch the 2026/27 Community Programme Leadership Academy [CPLA], formerly known as the Coaching for Success Community Programme. More than just …
Fort Hamilton reopens after major upgrades
Fort Hamilton has officially reopened following a series of upgrades aimed at modernizing the historic site while preserving its character.
The City of Hamil
Suspended six-month sentence for driver in ‘life-altering’ crash
A woman whose careless driving caused life-changing injuries to a teenager has been handed a six-month prison sentence, suspended for two years.
Ebony Butterfield, 33, from Sandys, was also fined a t…
Ebony Butterfield, 33, from Sandys, was also fined a t…
Island joins regional push to restore vaccination confidence
A “week of awareness” launched by health officials highlights vaccines as a pillar of public health — with emphasis on three critical areas.
Kim Wilson, the health minister, joined senior medical offi…
Kim Wilson, the health minister, joined senior medical offi…
Student showcase to support growth of the arts in classrooms
Young creatives take to the stage during the Department of Education’s Spring into the Arts festival
Following the successful launch of the Spr
Mirrors Programme seeks volunteer life coaches
The opportunity enables you to have a direct impact on young people’s lives
The Mirrors Programme is excited to launch the 2026/27 Community Programme L
Archaeologists use AI to generate image of Pompeii victim
The AI-generated image, released by the Pompeii Archaeological Park on Monday, shows a man ducking for cover while holding a large bowl over his head, with a fl
Police rule out foul play in sudden death case
Officers from the Bermuda Police Service responded to a report of a woman found unresponsive in her Southampton home on April 11
Police have ruled out fo
At least four killed in train collision on outskirts of Indonesian capital
The collision took place in Bekasi rail station between a commuter line train and a long-distance train
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At least fou
FTSE 100 extends losing streak to six days as Mideast peace hopes fade
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index finished 0.6% lower at 10,321.09 points, its sixth consecutive session of losses- its longest losing streak in more than a year. Me
OpenAI breaks off Microsoft exclusivity to free up path for Amazon, Google deals
The reworked tie-up, announced jointly by the companies on Monday, retains Microsoft as OpenAI’s primary cloud partner with a license to the startup’s intellect
East End lane closed for paving
Scheduled paving is affecting traffic in St George’s starting today, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced, with the eastbound lane of Kindley Field Road to be closed at Stone Crusher…
Belco linemen support power restoration efforts in Jamaica
Linemen from Belco travelled to Jamaica to provide support for power restoration efforts to the island’s grid after the impact of Hurricane Melissa.
The group — made up of Shawn Wade, Jacari Renfroe, …
The group — made up of Shawn Wade, Jacari Renfroe, …
Foul play ruled out of woman’s death
Police confirmed today that the death of a woman found at a home in Southampton this month was not caused by foul play.
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said that a thorough investigation an…
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said that a thorough investigation an…
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) and BermudAir, Bermuda’s boutique airline carrier, have announced a new sustainability partnership.
Shortly before 9:00 a.m on
Shortly before 9:00 a.m on Monday, April 27, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported two vehicle collision at the junction of Palmetto Road and Dock Hill in Devonshire.
Wall work leads to single-lane closure at Middle Road, Warwick
A major road in Warwick has undergone a lane closure today to allow for work on a nearby wall.
The work started at 9am on Middle Road near the entrance to Sleepy Hollow Lane, and will continue until M…
The work started at 9am on Middle Road near the entrance to Sleepy Hollow Lane, and will continue until M…
Driver arrested after two-vehicle crash in Devonshire
Vehicle overturns after rear-end collision; injured driver taken to hospital
Image credit: Bermuda Police Service
Shortly before 9:00 a.m on Monday, Apri
One Injured, One Arrested, Vehicle Overturned
One person was injured and another person was arrested for “failing to remain at the scene of an injury collision” following a two-vehicle collision this morning [April 27] in Devonshire, which resulted in one vehicle overturning on its side. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 9:00 a.m on Monday, April 27, 2026, police and other first responders …
Researchers track critically endangered European eel
A German-led team of scientists has completed a sixth round of research in a spawning area of the Sargasso Sea for the critically endangered European eel.
Led by Reinhold Hanel, a professor of the Thü…
Led by Reinhold Hanel, a professor of the Thü…
Driver arrested after crash leaves car overturned
A driver was arrested this morning after being involved in a collision that left a car on its side.
The Bermuda Police Service said that officers responded to a two-car crash at the roundabout connect…
The Bermuda Police Service said that officers responded to a two-car crash at the roundabout connect…
Warwick Academy studies world cultures for International Day
School pupils recognised cultures from across the world during their International Day celebration.
Students at Warwick Academy took part in cultural exchange that taught them about food, art and acti…
Students at Warwick Academy took part in cultural exchange that taught them about food, art and acti…
Bermuda Craft Brewing relocates to Warwick
Former Riddle’s Bay Golf Club site to boost production capacity and outdoor space
Bermuda Craft Brewing is getting ready to tap into a brand-new chapter
Lois celebrates 100 years surrounded by her community
Lois Angeline Baxter celebrated her 100th birthday last week surrounded by friends and family.
More than 90 guests attended the senior’s birthday celebrations at St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in …
More than 90 guests attended the senior’s birthday celebrations at St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in …
Pope and first female Archbishop of Canterbury meet and pray together
The two, who lead Christian denominations that split from each other in acrimony in 1534, met privately before going together to a 17th century chapel where the
Special Olympians To Take Part In End-To-End
A group of Special Olympics Bermuda athletes will take part in the Convex End-to-End charity walk on Saturday [May 2]. Special Olympics Bermuda, sponsored by Athene, are regular participants in the event and will walk from Beacon Hill in Somerset to Dockyard as part of the three-mile Fun Walk. Some of their athletes will also …
UK retail sales tumble by most in over 40 years, CBI survey shows
The CBI’s monthly retail sales volume measure dropped to -68 in April from -52 in March, its lowest reading since the series started in 1983
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EU extends sanctions against Myanmar by a year
The measures include asset freezes, travel bans and an arms embargo for 105 individuals and 22 entities
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FTSE 100 edges higher as energy, banking stocks power gains
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.2% to 10,393.85 points by 1005 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 also climbed 0.2%
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White House dinner shooting prompts scrutiny of Trump security arrangements
Two former Secret Service agents and three senior U.S. officials told Reuters on Sunday that federal agents appeared to carry out their plan to protect the pres
UK PM Starmer to discuss Iran war impact with Bank of England
“Tomorrow I’m chairing a meeting of Cobra on the impact (of the war), bringing in people from the Bank of England, so that you can be sure we will stand by work
Global stocks steady; oil climbs on stalled peace talks
Benchmark Brent crude futures rose almost 3% to touch a more than three-week high of $108.5 a barrel at one point in the session, stoking inflation worries
Sterling edges up vs dollar with Middle East, BoE in focus
The greenback rallied during the Iran conflict, benefiting in March from safe-haven flows as the U.S. is less exposed than Europe – including Britain – to the a
Motorcyclist dies in Sandys crash
Bermuda recorded its fifth road fatality of the year after a rider succumbed following a two-vehicle collision in Sandys on Saturday.
The Bermuda Police Service said that at 4.17pm, officers and other…
The Bermuda Police Service said that at 4.17pm, officers and other…
Price of modular homes up ‘because of shipping costs’
Shipping expenses and structural adjustments have been blamed for increased costs in capsule homes purchased for a pilot programme at Boaz Island in the West End.
The project, announced last year, pro…
The project, announced last year, pro…
Bermudian singer Kaelyn Kastle speaks on a Forbes panel
A Bermudian musician and social-media influencer found herself on a panel of entrepreneurs during a conference for business magazine Forbes.
Kaelyn Kastle said attending the Forbes Under 30 Summit fel…
Kaelyn Kastle said attending the Forbes Under 30 Summit fel…
Artists bring a splash of colour to Bailey’s Bay
A raft of Bermudian artists showed off a series of murals near Bailey’s Bay this weekend, highlighting the beauty and culture of the area.
The Bailey’s Bay Community Art Mural project, launched under …
The Bailey’s Bay Community Art Mural project, launched under …
Jamestown visitors retrace ‘footsteps’ of their ancestors
Descendants of the crew on board the ship that laid the foundations of Bermuda’s settled history more than 400 years ago have called on the island to explore their roots.
The descendants of the crew o…
The descendants of the crew o…
First-generation lawyer Called to the Bermuda Bar
A woman who embarked on her law studies a few weeks after giving birth has celebrated her Call to the Bermuda Bar.
Kiah Lettrice Ashbarry was welcomed to Bermuda’s legal community during a commercial …
Kiah Lettrice Ashbarry was welcomed to Bermuda’s legal community during a commercial …
Lois Baxter Celebrates 100th Birthday
Lois Angeline Baxter recently celebrated her 100th birthday, surrounded by family and friends. A Government spokesperson said, “Ms. Lois Angeline Baxter [née Rayner] celebrated her 100th birthday on April 25th, at St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in Warwick, surrounded by family, friends, and members of the wider community. “More than 90 guests attended the celebration. Entertainment …
Nicholas Christopher Nominated For Two Awards
Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher has been nominated for two theater awards for his starring role in the Broadway production of “Chess.” Christopher earned an Outer Critics Circle Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical. The Outer Critics Circle honors excellence in both Broadway and Off-Broadway theater. Winners will be announced on May …
Photos & Videos: Warwick Community Fair
The Warwick Community Spring Fair was held at T.N. Tatem Field this weekend, offering families a free afternoon of food, entertainment, and activities as the community came together to enjoy the event. Area MP Dennis Lister III previously said, “We wanted to create something where people could just come out, enjoy themselves, and feel connected …
2 injured in serious 3-vehicle crash in Devonshire
Police statement:
There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcar and two motorcycles on Middle Road, just east of the junction with Ch
Two People Injured In Three Vehicle Collision
[Updated] Two people were injured in a collision in Devonshire this evening [April 26]. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcar and two motorcycles on Middle Road, just east of the junction with Chaingate Hill, Devonshire. “Details are limited at this time, but it is understood two …
Devonshire crash leaves two people injured
A serious three-vehicle collision in Devonshire this afternoon has left two people injured.
A police spokesman said shortly before 8pm that the collision took place on Middle Road, just east of the ju…
A police spokesman said shortly before 8pm that the collision took place on Middle Road, just east of the ju…