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Reports reaching our Newsroom this hour about a fire in Dockyard.
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More than 100 killed after strongest quake this century hits western Colombia
The U.S. Geological Survey said the 7.4 magnitude quake struck at a depth of 107 km (66 miles)
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At least 111 people w
UK’s Burnham to tackle vape, betting shops in search of high street revival
The measures will give local communities more say over what businesses can open in their town centres, as well as extra powers for the police and local authorit
Coordinate An Immediate, Whole-of-Govt Response
An “urgent meeting” with representatives from Transport, National Security, the Road Safety Council, and the police has been called to “review the situation and coordinate an immediate, whole-of-government response” in light of “the recent increase in serious road traffic collisions.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Government joins the community in expressing its deep concern regarding …
Carla Watson Honoured For 35 Years Of Service
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors honoured Carla Watson for 35 years of leadership with the St. George’s Original Dancerettes and more than four decades of service to youth and the community, with the official unveiling of the Carla Watson Dance & Movement Studio. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Social Development …
Police Advisory On Online Rental Scam
The police are urging the public to exercise caution when searching for rental properties online following a suspected rental scam in which someone was asked for an “upfront payment before being permitted to view the property.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is advising members of the public to exercise caution when searching for …
Tynes Bay Incident Impacts Some Waste Services
A small fire at the Tynes Bay Facility has temporarily halted commercial waste intake and disrupted garbage collections in parts of the West End and Southampton. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that the Tynes Bay Facility is temporarily unable to receive commercial waste for the remainder of today …
Column: Cunningham On Votes, Video, Bill, More
[Opinion column written by OBA Senator Victoria Cunningham] Let me start with what is not in dispute. The cost of living in Bermuda is too high, and reducing it is a shared goal across both sides of the Legislature. The Opposition has never argued otherwise, and nothing that follows should be read as indifference to …
Crews tackle small fire at Tynes Bay
Tynes Bay is unable to receive commercial waste for the rest of the day owing to a small fire at the facility, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A spokeswoman said at 6.20pm that…
A spokeswoman said at 6.20pm that…
Dance studio named after East End legend Carla Watson
A new studio has been named in honour of the founder and director of the St George’s Original Dancerettes.
A government spokeswoman said the Carla Watson Dance and Movement Studio was unveiled during …
A government spokeswoman said the Carla Watson Dance and Movement Studio was unveiled during …
Government meets on ‘immediate’ road safety response
Two government ministers have called an “urgent meeting” to respond to a spate of road incidents that have now claimed 12 lives since the start of the year.
A government spokeswoman confirmed that Owe…
A government spokeswoman confirmed that Owe…
Public should be wary after rental scam, say police
Police urged members of the public looking for rental accommodations on the island to use caution after a suspected scam.
A spokesman said a person responding to a rental property advertisement was as…
A spokesman said a person responding to a rental property advertisement was as…
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Police issue alert over rental accommodation scam
The Bermuda Police Service is advising members of the public to exercise caution when searching for Bermuda rental accommodations online, following a report of
Smith on eliminating middle schools: show us the evidence
A call has been made by the Opposition leader for the publication of research that backs the abandonment of middle schools.
Ben Smith, of the One Bermuda Alliance, urged for consultation to be shared …
Ben Smith, of the One Bermuda Alliance, urged for consultation to be shared …
Allshores announces first scholarship
Allshores today announced Shani Tucker as the recipient of its inaugural 2026 Allshores Postgraduate Scholarship. Valued at $20,000, the award recognises a post
UK announces nearly £130 million funding for zero-emission vehicle technology
Nearly £50 million in government funding awarded to auto firms and research partners to develop and scale zero-emission vehicle technologies
Internatio
Colombia earthquake kills at least 22 as buildings collapse in several cities
The highest reported death toll was in Pereira, a city in Colombia’s coffee-growing region, where Mayor Mauricio Salazar said 18 people had died
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Oman says grounded tanker oil spill covers 400 square km
The Caroline Bezengi is loaded with close to one million barrels of Russian oil bound for Asia and first reported difficulties on June 8 off Yemen, with two mar
Oil rises 3% as Iran tempers hopes of Hormuz reopening
Brent crude futures were up $2.48, or 3%, at $86.03 a barrel by 10:44 a.m. EDT (1444 GMT)
International News via Reuters:
Oil prices jumped 3% on Mo
Staff protest at Hamilton Princess
Housekeepers down tools after a supervisor was reportedly let go
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Hamilton Princess housekeeping staff staged a walkout t
Ten Students Conclude Butterfield Internship
Butterfield announced the successful conclusion of its 2026 Summer Internship programme, which provided 10 Bermudian students pursuing an undergraduate degree with an opportunity to gain direct experience and knowledge in the world of finance. A spokesperson said, “Designed to introduce participants to the day-to-day operations of a leading financial institution, the annual programme offered structured …
Union in talks as Hamilton Princess housekeepers sit out
Executives of the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club agreed to talks with staff after several workers downed tools this morning.
More than 20 people, understood to be from the housekeeping department,…
More than 20 people, understood to be from the housekeeping department,…
Allshores Scholarship Awarded To Shani Tucker
Allshores has awarded its inaugural $20,000 Postgraduate Scholarship to Shani Tucker, who is pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree. A spokesperson said, “Allshores today announced Shani Tucker as the recipient of its inaugural 2026 Allshores Postgraduate Scholarship. Valued at $20,000, the award recognises a postgraduate student who demonstrates academic excellence and leadership in any discipline. …
OBA’s Smith On Education, Research & More
“Parents, teachers and school leaders have lived through years of uncertainty as reform plans evolved,” have “earned the right to understand why the Government believes returning to a two-tier system is now the correct path” and “if research has been carried out, publish it,” Opposition Leader Ben Smith said. Mr Smith, who is also the Shadow Minister for …
US not disengaging from Asia, seeks ‘partners, not protectorates,’ says Pentagon official
Seeking to counter concerns about Washington’s reliability, Elbridge Colby, Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, reiterated the U.S. interest in the region as
Europe’s extreme heat could wipe out EU growth in 2026, Triodos bank says
The bank, which specialises in financing environmentally and socially sustainable projects, estimates that heat-related disruption could shave around 1% off the
South Korea to launch $3.5 billion chip fund, speed development of semiconductor hubs
The government will also provide a further 5 trillion won in trade finance for suppliers, Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik told a press briefing after
Euro zone investor morale turns positive in August, Sentix survey shows
The index has now increased for four straight months and reached its highest level since February 2026
International News via Reuters:
Investor mora
European stocks steady as investors weigh Hormuz risks, data calendar
The pan-European STOXX 600 was flat at 660.09 points, as of 0848 GMT
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The European share benchmark on Monday steadied
Australian homicide investigation called off after ‘body’ turns out to be lifelike doll
Called to Oallen, a town about 200 km (125 miles) south-west of Sydney, police officers established a crime scene but did not examine the contents too closely
UK stock indexes subdued as investors await GDP data
The blue-chip FTSE 100 fell 0.2% to 10,874.64 points by 1020 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 added 0.1% to 24,880.50 points
International News via Reuter
Sterling little changed near over three-week high
Sterling was last up less than 0.1% against the dollar at $1.3502, just below a three-and-a-half week high of $1.35085 hit on Friday
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Ajani Robinson On Jump Rope Ambitions
Ajani Robinson dreams of representing Bermuda at the Olympic Games if jump rope is ever added to the programme. Robinson, who has competed for the YMCA Super Skippers in North Carolina since 2023 after developing his skills with the Bermuda Bouncers, has competed in the United States in recent years and is a multiple national …
Consultation Opens On Bank Account Access
The Bermuda Monetary Authority has launched a consultation on proposed amendments that would ”introduce an obligation for institutions to provide basic bank accounts” to legal Bermuda residents. The consultation paper — which us dated August 7, 2026 — states, “This Consultation Paper [CP] invites feedback on the proposed amendments to the Banks and Deposit Companies Act …
Historic Sessions House on track to reopen in four years
The inside of centuries-old Sessions House is expected to be demolished starting in the next two weeks, the Minister of Public Works and Environment said.
Jaché Adams told The Royal Gazette last week …
Jaché Adams told The Royal Gazette last week …
Truck driver arrested after road fatality No 12
The island’s twelfth road fatality was recorded on Saturday after a two-vehicle collision in Paget.
Police said that shortly after 4pm, officers and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene …
Police said that shortly after 4pm, officers and emergency medical personnel responded to the scene …
Opinion: Government must act now on road safety
OBA makes fresh appeal for Parliamentary approval for its road safety bill
Shadow Minister of National Security Jarion Richardson
Statement by Jari
OBA’s Richardson On Road Safety Bill & More
“Every one of us has an obligation to slow down, obey the law, remain alert and never operate a vehicle while impaired, but personal responsibility cannot be the whole of a Government road-safety policy,” OBA MP Jarion Richardson said. Mr. Richardson — the Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance & Artificial Intelligence – said, “Saturday was not …
North Shore lane closed for line inspection
A section of North Shore Road will be limited to one lane of traffic starting tomorrow, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment has announced.
A spokeswoman said the closure will be in place nea…
A spokeswoman said the closure will be in place nea…
Campers shine in youth art expo
A successful season of camps and activities for the island’s young people included a Youth Art Expo for campers to display their imagination, colour and artistic talent.
Owen Darrell, the Minister of …
Owen Darrell, the Minister of …
Bermuda Athletes Win 7 Major Games Medals
Bermuda’s athletes delivered an impressive series of performances on the international stage, winning seven medals during the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games and Commonwealth Games. The island’s contingent captured six medals at the CAC Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic — one gold, one silver and four bronze — while Jessica Lewis added a bronze …
Sunday August 9th: “Good News” Spotlight
News that the Government recognised Bermuda’s Public Service Scholarship recipients for their academic achievements, Bermuda’s athletes finished the CAC and Commonwealth Games with a total of seven medals, and Elias Reece, Ishmeal Naylor and Remy Donawa received Bermuda Airport Authority Aviation Bursary Awards were among the positive news stories from the past week. In additional …
AG to host reception for budding legal professionals
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Senator, the Hon. Kim R. Wilkerson, JP, will host a Welcome Reception for Bermuda’s law students, pupils, and Co
Saturday, August 8, 2026, will
Saturday, August 8, 2026, will go down as one of the most troubling days on Bermuda’s roads this year, with three serious road traffic collisions reported within a matter of hours — including a fatal crash that claimed the life of a male individual.
Opinion: Trust is built through action
Statement by Opposition Leader Ben Smith, Shadow Minister for Education & Sport:
In a recent media interview, Minister of Education, Diallo Rabain ackno
Call made for collective effort to address violence
A call was made for residents and stakeholders to combine their efforts to break the cycle of violence which has affected the island.
Leroy Bean, the head of the Gang Violence Reduction Team, said fo…
Leroy Bean, the head of the Gang Violence Reduction Team, said fo…
Young trailblazers receive awards
The Hon. Tinee Furbert, JP, MP, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, presented awards to student recipients of the 2026 Student Trailblazer Out Fr
Olympian Adriana Penruddocke has delivered
Olympian Adriana Penruddocke has delivered Bermuda’s first gold medal of the 2026 CAC Games, finishing on top of the women’s ILCA 6 sailing competition.
Southampton Rangers made light work
Southampton Rangers made light work of Somerset Bridge, as they retained their Western Counties crown with a six-wicket mauling of the challengers at White Hill Field.