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“We want public schools where students can thrive, teachers feel supported and parents can believe in,” Opposition Leader Ben Smith said. Mr  Smith said, “In a recent media interview, Minister of Education, Diallo Rabain acknowledged that the PLP Government needs to rebuild the trust of parents and teachers. I appreciate his sentiment because trust is essential …

The Bermuda National Committee for the United World Colleges [UWC] announced that Freya Lill and Cora DeSilva have been awarded placements at United World Colleges. A spokesperson said, “Cora DeSilva will join Juliana Montarsolo, a 2025 UWC scholar at UWC Costa Rica while Freya Lill will be attending UWC Japan. “As a leading International School …

Team Hayward held a ‘Post-Emancipation Day Celebration’ on August 5th at Horseshoe Bay Beach Terrace, which they said provides an “opportunity for residents, supporters, families, and friends to come together in the spirit of unity, fellowship, and reflection as Bermuda commemorates one of the most significant periods in its history.” Minister Jason Hayward previously said, …

The Department of Energy has highlighted the successful completion of its inaugural eight-week internship by Neriah Bean and Benjamin Crofton under its Energy Scholarship and Bursary Programme. A Government spokesperson said, “On June 8, 2026, the Department of Energy welcomed Neriah Bean and Benjamin Crofton for its inaugural eight-week internship under its Energy Scholarship and …

Bermuda Is Love, in partnership with the Bermuda Autonomous Tenants Association [BATA], has launched a new campaign to “organize tenants, strengthen communities, and establish Bermuda’s first tenants’ union.” A spokesperson said, “The campaign comes at a time when rising rents, housing insecurity, poor housing conditions, and displacement are affecting growing numbers of people across Bermuda. …

“Recent public discussion regarding Bermuda’s work permit policy provides an opportunity to clarify the challenges facing Bermuda’s labour market and the principles that continue to guide the Government’s approach to immigration and workforce development,” the government said. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s greatest labour market challenge is not a lack of economic growth, but the demographic reality …

The Government welcomed the official opening of the newly redeveloped Palmetto Beach Club, saying that it marks a “significant milestone in the return of the Fairmont Southampton.” A Government spokesperson said, “The opening was attended by the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, Premier and Minister of Finance; Senator the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP, Attorney-General and …

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced the appointment of John Barry Nusum as Head Coach of the Bermuda Senior Men’s National Team. A spokesperson said, “Nusum assumes the role following his service as a member of the previous senior men’s coaching staff, ensuring continuity within the national team programme while bringing a clear vision for …

The Gina Spence Program is inviting the community to sponsor children through its Each One Reach One Back to School Campaign, helping provide essential school supplies and support for young people facing grief and financial hardship ahead of the new school year. A spokesperson said, “As Bermuda prepares for another school year, the Gina Spence …

Multiple people were taken to hospital following a collision involving a car and a motorcycle at the junction of Cobb’s Hill Road and Ord Road in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “Around 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 5 August 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a report of a serious two-vehicle collision involving a …