Guatemala’s Fuego volcano intensifies, prompts preventive evacuations
The eruption sent pyroclastic flows — fast-moving mixtures of volcanic gas, ash and rock — down five ravines
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Oil prices drop after claims of progress in US-Iran talks
Brent crude futures fell $3.30, or 3.9%, to $80.47 a barrel by 11:19 a.m. ET (1519 GMT), and U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures dropped $3.67, or 4.6%, to $76
US-facilitated Israel-Lebanon talks have begun, says State Department
The latest round of U.S.-facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon began on Tuesday in Rome and will continue through Thursday
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Census Online Deadline Extended To Aug 16th
The Department of Statistics has extended the deadline to complete the 2026 Population and Housing Census online to August 16. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Statistics is encouraging households that have not completed the 2026 Population and Housing Census to take advantage of the extended online submission deadline and Fill the Gap. “Residents …
Rugby team set for opening clash against U.S.
Bermuda’s Men’s Under-19 national team have arrived in Querétaro, Mexico, ahead of the 2026 Rugby Americas North (RAN) XVs Championship at FC Total.
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Video: Concacaf Spotlights Bermuda Football
Concacaf’s latest Federation in Focus documentary shines a spotlight on Bermuda, offering a “cinematic look at the people, places and passion that shape the game on the island.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s rich football culture, proud history and promising future are in the spotlight in a new episode of Concacaf’s Federation in Focus docuseries, now available …
Tour de Guadeloupe: Bermudian duo complete tough Stage 4
Bermudian cyclists Nicholas Narraway and Kaden Hopkins crossed the line side-by-side on Stage 4 of the 75th Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe followi
Online Census deadline extended to August 16
The Department of Statistics is encouraging households that have not completed the 2026 Population and Housing Census to take advantage of the extended online s
All welcome at post-Emancipation Day celebration
Members of the community have been invited to join a post-Emancipation Day celebration on Wednesday evening at Horseshoe Bay Live.
The gathering, which is being hosted by Team Hayward — supporting the…
The gathering, which is being hosted by Team Hayward — supporting the…
Sidders narrowly misses out on podium place
Bermudian martial artist Geraldine Sidders delivered an impressive performance at the Canadian Wushu National Championships in Waterloo, Ontario, narrowly missi
Bermuda College to provide critical incident training
Bermuda College has added two critical incident training courses to its fall 2026 schedule, providing practical instruction for professionals and volunteers who
Online summit aims to unite island communities
An international online summit aimed at bringing island communities together is to return for its eighth edition next month.
The three-day Virtual Island Summit, organised by Island Innovation, is sch…
The three-day Virtual Island Summit, organised by Island Innovation, is sch…
Bermuda Golf Association name squad for Caribbean Amateur Championship
The Bermuda Golf Association (BGA) has announced a 10-member squad to make a landmark debut at the prestigious Caribbean Amateur Golf Championship (CAGC) in Nas
Ministry of Health issues update on Ebola surveillance
On May 17, 2026, the World Health Organization declared Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) a Public Health Emergency of International Concern due to ongoing ou
Video: Gombey Warriors In Toronto Carnival
The Gombey Warriors travelled to Canada to participate in the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, representing Bermudian culture at one of the largest Caribbean festivals in North America. According to the event website, “The Toronto Caribbean Carnival [TCC] or Toronto Carnival, is a vibrant and dynamic celebration of Caribbean culture, heritage, and artistry. Now in its 59th …
Ministry Issues Update On Ebola Surveillance
The Ministry of Health is updating the public on its Ebola surveillance, saying “while the risk to Bermuda remains low, the Ministry of Health is taking precautionary steps to ensure early detection and rapid response should any risk emerge.” A Government spokesperson said, “On May 17, 2026, the World Health Organization declared Ebola Virus Disease …
Column: Robinson On Cost Of Living & More
[Opinion column written by MP Dwayne Robinson] Recently, the Cost of Living Commission Amendment [NO. 2] Act 2026, was delayed for third reading in the Senate. The One Bermuda Alliance understands the intention of the legislation and shares the Government’s goal of lowering the cost of living in Bermuda. However, we think it’s disingenuous to …
UK’s Domino’s gets boost from pizza demand during World Cup
Such new products helped offset broader constraints in consumer budgets due to the surge in energy prices driven by the Iran war
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Cuba’s power grid collapses again during restoration efforts after nationwide blackout
State television journalist Lazaro Manuel Alonso said a new disconnection of the National Electric System, or SEN, occurred on Monday afternoon despite progress
BP’s quarterly profit doubles to over $5 billion after Iran war oil surge
Oil majors have benefited this year from market volatility caused by the U.S.-Iran conflict, which has disrupted energy flows and tightened global supplies
Wildfires ease in Greece as people return to gutted homes
Local crews supported by water-bombing aircraft and reinforcements from Romania and France were operating on three fronts west of Athens in the Gulf of Corinth,
FTSE 100 gains as BP and miners advance
The FTSE 100 index was up 0.3% at 10,886.98 points by 0905 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 inched up 0.1% to 24,244.35 points
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Stocks rise despite higher oil prices as Iran tensions persist
Qatar Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said diplomatic efforts to resolve the U.S.-Iran war were ongoing, but an attack near the Strait of Hormuz u
Sterling holds steady as traders watch Iran talks and Japanese yen
Sterling was last up less than 0.1% at $1.344, after rising sharply at the end of last week as the dollar slid in the wake of official intervention to prop up t
Ocean prosperity support swells to $10.1m
Non-profit organisations partnering with the Bermuda Government to implement a marine spatial plan have invested $10.1 million over the past seven years, The Royal Gazette has learnt.
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According to pa…
More than 40 arrests over long holiday weekend
Suspected impaired driving and alleged possession of knives continued to give “cause for concern” over the long holiday weekend, the Bermuda Police Service said.
The comments came as the BPS reported …
The comments came as the BPS reported …
Judge urged to quash conviction of ‘mentally impaired’ sex offender
Counsel for an intellectually disabled man found guilty of sexually touching a girl argued that his conviction was unsafe and should be quashed.
Cameron Sousa-Saints, 27, was sentenced in March to ser…
Cameron Sousa-Saints, 27, was sentenced in March to ser…
Jessica Lewis given hero’s welcome from Commonwealth Games
A Bermudian athlete said she felt “ecstatic” after winning a bronze medal at her first Commonwealth Games.
Jessica Lewis also said she executed a well-thought-out strategy when she competed in the T53…
Jessica Lewis also said she executed a well-thought-out strategy when she competed in the T53…
The Director of Public Prosecutions,
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Cindy Clarke, intends to enter a nolle prosequi today in the criminal trial of Devon Hewey, who had been charged for the 2011 murder of Randy Robinson. A nolle prosequi is a document signed by the Director of Public Prosecutions which formally brings criminal proceedings to an end.
Fishermen’s group submits counterproposal to BOPP
The Fishermen’s Association of Bermuda has submitted a counterproposal to the Government that includes a ring-shaped, no-fishing, marine-protected area beyond where local fishing practices take place,…
Stabbing culprit given benefit of doubt to study overseas
Sentencing of a young woman who admitted stabbing a former friend in a fight was pushed back so that she could prove to the court her intentions to study overseas.
Nyree Turner, 22, pleaded guilty in …
Nyree Turner, 22, pleaded guilty in …
Bermuda’s Men’s Under-19 national team
Bermuda’s Men’s Under-19 national team will return to Querétaro, Mexico, this week to compete in the 2026 Rugby Americas North Men’s Under-19 XVs Championship, being held at FC Total from August 5 to 8.
The Bermuda Police Service thanks
The Bermuda Police Service thanks the public for its cooperation over the Cup Match holiday, following an operational policing plan that contributed to a largely safe and peaceful long weekend.
Cosplayers create ‘chaos’ at College
Self-expression was fully encouraged at the Bermuda College recently, during its 3rd annual Cosplay Chaos event
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Trump says Iran talks are going on ‘right now’, Tehran has one last chance
Earlier on Monday, after Iran said there were no talks under way, Trump slammed what he called Iran’s “unbelievably duplicitous” leadership
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An inmate at the Westgate
An inmate at the Westgate Correctional Facility is recovering after correctional officers reportedly intervened and saved his life following an apparent suicide attempt last week.
40 Arrests During Weekend & Holiday Period
“While there were no major criminal incidents reported, there were 40 arrests made” from 5pm on Wednesday [July 29] through to 5am today [Monday, August 3], the police said. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service thanks the public for its cooperation over the Cup Match holiday, following an operational policing plan that contributed …
BAA invests in future aviation talent
Three students, whose studies and training can contribute to the future of Bermuda’s aviation industry, have received bursaries from the Bermuda Airport Authority.
Following a competitive application …
Following a competitive application …
More than 40 arrests over public holiday and weekend period
Suspected impaired driving and alleged possession of knives continued to give “cause for concern” over the long holiday weekend, the Bermuda Police Service said.
The comments came as the BPS reported …
The comments came as the BPS reported …
Apple launches new legal challenge to UK attempt to access encrypted user data, FT reports
The report said Apple last month lodged a legal complaint at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal — Britain’s independent judicial body — over the Interior Min
About 60,000 ordered to evacuate from fires in Spokane, Washington
The Spokane Area Fire, which contains three separate blazes, was threatening the areas under evacuation orders
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Bermuda Airport Authority awards inaugural aviation bursaries to three Bermudians
The Bermuda Airport Authority has awarded its inaugural Aviation Bursaries to three Bermudians pursuing studies and training in the aviation industry.
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Oil falls, stocks gain amid Iran peace hopes; yen firms after intervention
Oil prices fell sharply after U.S. President Donald Trump held off on a fresh attack on Iran in the hope of sealing a quick deal that could boost oil supplies
Holiday policing: No major incidents, but drink-driving persists
Acting Police Commissioner highlights a ‘positive’ Cup Match for police, but cites DUIs and knife-carrying as areas of concern
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Reece, Naylor, Donawa Earn Aviation Bursaries
The Bermuda Airport Authority presented Aviation Bursary Awards to Elias Reece, Ishmeal Naylor and Remy Donawa in recognition of their pursuit of careers in the aviation industry. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Airport Authority is proud to announce the recipients of its inaugural Aviation Bursary Awards, recognising three Bermudians whose studies and training can contribute …
Man denies assaulting, threatening police
A man has been accused of assaulting and threatening a police sergeant during Cup Match.
Tafari Hypolite, 27, denied the offences, as well as a charge that he violently resisted arrest, when he appea…
Tafari Hypolite, 27, denied the offences, as well as a charge that he violently resisted arrest, when he appea…
Men deny having knives at Cup Match
Two men were charged with having knives at Somerset Cricket Club during Cup Match.
Kenyade McQueen, from Pembroke, denied having a folding pocket knife with a blade longer than three inches, while St…
Kenyade McQueen, from Pembroke, denied having a folding pocket knife with a blade longer than three inches, while St…
EU can give Morocco more border support, von der Leyen tells Spain after Ceuta spat
The surge, which began on Thursday at one of the EU’s only two land borders with Africa – the other being Morocco’s frontier with the Spanish enclave of Melilla
UK regulator says it is monitoring developments after rogue AI agent hacks
The industry is facing scrutiny in the United States, where the Trump administration has finalised the details of voluntary cybersecurity tests, and the Europea
UK July EV sales beat mandate path, New Automotive data shows
A total of 43,547 new battery EVs were registered in July, up from 29,226 a year earlier, giving them a 27.4% share of new car registrations
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