Shipping firms seek clarifications before crossing Hormuz
Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz was open to all commercial vessels during a 10-day Lebanon ceasefire accord
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India fails to pass parliament expansion bill linked to quotas for women
Opposition groups said while they were in favour of quotas for women legislators, the linking of the plan to a mass redrawing of constituency boundaries was a
Police hand out 70 parking tickets in one day
Police issued 70 tickets yesterday to drivers parked along sidewalks near the National Sports Centre in Devonshire.
Acting Chief Inspector Anthony Smith reminded motorists that parking “on sidewalks, …
Acting Chief Inspector Anthony Smith reminded motorists that parking “on sidewalks, …
Windblown series documents Newport to Bermuda race
A special preview of an upcoming documentary highlighting one of sailing’s most iconic races was held last night at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club. The fil
Millions pledged by corporate champion of child cancer care
A generous backer with a long history of supporting the St Baldrick’s Foundation has announced a five-year $4.3 million commitment to the cause of life-saving childhood cancer research.
The Bermudian-…
The Bermudian-…
City of Hamilton addresses bugs in new smart parking system
Motorists were asked for patience as the Corporation of Hamilton works out bugs in a newly installed smart parking programme.
The corporation acknowledged problems linked to a paperless parking scheme…
The corporation acknowledged problems linked to a paperless parking scheme…
UK stocks end week higher after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is open
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index closed 0.7% higher at 10,667.63 points, clocking gains for a fourth straight week
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UK’s
Ships crossing Hormuz need OK from IRGC, unfreezing funds part of deal, Iran official says
Hundreds of ships and 20,000 seafarers have remained stranded inside the Gulf waiting to pass through the key waterway, which handles about 20% of the world’s o
Pope urges Cameroon to reject violence at Mass that draws 120,000 people
After arriving in Douala, Cameroon’s largest city and economic hub, by plane from the capital Yaounde, Leo told the crowd that many in the country are suffering
Iran says Hormuz Strait open after Lebanon truce, Trump expects Iran deal ‘soon’
Trump told Reuters on Friday that the U.S. will work with Iran to recover its enriched uranium and bring it back to the United States as part of any deal
FDM says energy policy change reflects its long-held view
The Free Democratic Movement has welcomed the Government’s “overdue recognition” that renewable energy targets it had previously set were unrealistic — adding that liquefied natural gas should be purs…
Art exhibition celebrates Clyde Best football legacy
The Bermuda Society of Arts debuts the exhibition at the City Hall on Friday evening
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The Bermuda Society of Arts will
Spotlight to shine on seahorses at BUEI event for children
Children will learn more about seahorses at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute tomorrow.
The ocean creatures are the focus of BUEI’s Kids Hour Saturday this month.
The events at 11am and 2pm…
The ocean creatures are the focus of BUEI’s Kids Hour Saturday this month.
The events at 11am and 2pm…
Photos: BHS Innovation Centre Anniversary
The Bermuda High School [BHS] held a five-year anniversary celebration for its Innovation Centre on Thursday evening [April 16]. A spokesperson said, “BHS is thrilled to celebrate the 5-year anniversary of its Innovation Centre. Opened during the 2020-2021 academic school year, the Innovation Centre, Joy Bluck Arts Wing and Alvin Ferreira Family Theatre brought state-of-the-art …
Senators Shut Out as Montgomery Makes Professional Bow
Belleville Senators endured a frustrating night at the CAA Arena, falling 3–0 to the Utica Comets in a contest defined by clinical finishing and a milestone d
Altitude and Ambition: Smith-Mills Primed for Season Charge
Bermuda’s middle-distance star Nirobi Smith-Mills has returned from a grueling high-altitude training camp in South Africa, describing the experience as a vit
Traffic diverted after Shelly Bay crash
Police are processing the scene; motorists urged to exercise caution
There has been a serious single vehicle road traffic collision, just east of the Sh
UK’s Starmer pleads ignorance over Mandelson, resists pressure to resign
Starmer told reporters it was unforgivable that he had not been told about Mandelson having failed security vetting “when I was telling parliament that due proc
A new, forceful Pope Leo steps onto the world stage
The change in rhetoric reflects Leo’s growing concern with the direction of global leadership, experts said, after he maintained a relatively low profile for a
French finance minister calls for more euro-pegged stablecoins
In pre-recorded comments at a crypto conference in Paris, Lescure said the relatively small volume of euro-pegged stablecoins compared to dollar-pegged ones was
Serious crash near Shelly Bay MarketPlace
A serious, single-vehicle road crash happened just east of The MarketPlace close to Shelly Bay, police said this morning.
Westbound traffic was being diverted onto Radnor Road while the scene was proc…
Westbound traffic was being diverted onto Radnor Road while the scene was proc…
Lords: New UK Paper On OTs is ‘Urgently Needed’
The House of Lords Constitution Committee “finds that a new UK Government White Paper on the UK Overseas Territories is urgently needed” as the “2012 White Paper is now badly out of date.” A statement said, “The House of Lords Constitution Committee finds that a new UK Government White Paper on the UK Overseas Territories …
General David Petraeus To Speak In Bermuda
Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] announced that General David Petraeus, the former CIA Director, will serve as keynote speaker at their conference in September 2026. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] today announced that General David H. Petraeus will serve as keynote speaker at the Bermuda International …
Oil falls on prospects for talks to end Iran war
Brent crude futures declined by $3.09, or 3.11%, to $96.30 a barrel at 0942 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures fell $4.01, or 4.23%, to $90.68 a ba
Dollar set for second weekly drop, euro steadies near pre-war levels
A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel went into effect on Thursday and U.S. President Donald Trump said the next meeting between the U.S. and Iran could
London’s FTSE 100 edges lower as utilities and miners weigh
Shares of utility companies slipped and dragged the benchmark lower after the Financial Times reported on Thursday that the Finance Minister Rachel Reeves vowed
NATO will not collapse and US will defend its allies, Estonian minister says
Estonian intelligence warned in February its neighbour Russia is already stockpiling ammunition for future wars after the conflict in Ukraine ends
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World stocks hold near record highs, oil keeps below $100 on peace deal hopes
Trump said the next meeting between U.S. and Iranian negotiators could take place at the weekend
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World stocks held n
Fewer than 50 buses running as fleet faces ‘mechanical issues’
Dozens bus cancellations were listed on Thursday by the Department of Public Transportation, with the DPT saying “mechanical issues” with vehicles had disrupted service.
The department said 46 buses w…
The department said 46 buses w…
Government caps fuel prices until October
After announcing last month that the island was “closely monitoring the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on global oil markets”, the Minister of Home Affairs has directed the Regulato…
Bermuda Named ‘Best Weekend Destination’
Bermuda has been named the “Best Weekend Destination in the World” in the 14th annual Leisure Lifestyle Awards by Global Traveler. The publication said, “Global Traveler conducted a survey of its readers Aug. 1, 2025–Jan. 31, 2026, with open-ended questions for the best in many categories of leisure luxury and lifestyle travel. This survey ran …
Bus service disrupted across island due to mechanical faults
Some runs have been cancelled while a manufacturer technician assists with repairs and parts are expected next week, and DPT says 20 new electric buses will arr
Teachers reimagine STEM education in Bermuda
Participants completed epidemiology and engineering design challenges to prepare classroom-ready lessons
Media Release:
From mapping the spread of a
This evening (April 16) ,
This evening (April 16) , the UK House of Lords’ Constitution Committee published its findings, following the review conducted of the Overseas Territories Joint Declaration.
Political appointments… what should the public know?
OBA wants transparency on Minister-appointed roles; Government says law allows for political appointments; We take a look at the remuneration for some of those
Spring into the Arts: Senior School Showcase 2026
Spring into the Arts: Senior School Showcase 2026 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Lords call for ‘urgent’ White Paper on OTs
A House of Lords committee has urged the British Government to “urgently” publish a new policy document on its Overseas Territories, echoing a call this year by Bermuda’s Attorney-General for a “revis…
Renewable targets slashed in national energy policy proposal
The Government plans to abandon its “ambitious” target for the island to produce 85 per cent of its energy from renewable sources by 2035 and instead expects to produce 93 per cent from fossil fuels i…
Less than 50 buses running as fleet faces ‘mechanical issues’
Dozens bus cancellations were listed this evening by the Department of Public Transportation, with the DPT saying “mechanical issues” with vehicles had disrupted service.
The department said 46 buses …
The department said 46 buses …
Whitehall must treat Bermuda seriously, says UK peer
Bermuda is a “wonderful and successful place” which should be held in “extremely high regard” by officials at Westminster, according to the peer who led a review into Britain’s relationship with its O…
Bus Disruptions ‘Due To Mechanical Issues’
The Department of Public Transportation is “experiencing service disruptions due to mechanical issues with buses” and “currently, 46 buses are in service across all routes; however, some runs have had to be cancelled due to a lack of available buses.” The Department spokesperson said, “Buses are taken out of service for various reasons. Some of …
“Prevent An Increase In Retail Fuel Prices”
The Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne has issued the Retail Fuels [Consumer Protection Standstill] Ministerial Direction 2026 to “prevent an increase in retail fuel prices that would have otherwise taken effect today [April 16, 2026].” A Government spokesperson said, “The Direction holds prices at current levels for up to six months and protects households …
Botanical Gardens Being Prepared For Exhibition
The Botanical Gardens are being prepared by the Department of Parks this week ahead of the 85th Annual Agricultural Exhibition, set for April 23 to 25. A Government spokesperson said, “The Botanical Gardens are busy this week as workers from the Department of Parks prepare the grounds for the opening of the 85th Annual Agricultural …
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Frustration is rising across the
Frustration is rising across the island as reports emerge of a severe shortage of public buses currently in operation, leaving commuters struggling to get to work, school, and daily commitments.
60 Bermuda Teachers Attend STEM Workshop
Nearly 60 Bermuda educators gathered at Elliot Primary School for a dynamic STEM workshop led by Dr. Natalie S. King, focused on bringing inquiry-based, culturally relevant learning into the classroom. A Government spokesperson said, “From mapping the spread of a simulated virus to designing the next generation of athletic footwear, nearly 60 Bermuda educators spent …
Minister Adams Attends Eco Club Screening
The Minister of Public Works and Environment Jaché Adams attended a screening of The Plastic Detox Documentary at Bermuda College last Friday [10 April], in support of ongoing community efforts to raise awareness about plastic pollution and its wider effects on Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Hosted by the Bermuda College Eco Club, the event …
Column: MP Smith On Roads, Potholes & More
[Opinion column written by MP Linda Smith] Once again, the Minister of Public Works & Environment, Jache Adams is appealing to road users to be patient and careful, as recent rain has carved out and deepened the craters on our public roads. To hear the Minister’s statement, it sounds like the cause of the pothole …
EU needs energy union to compete with US and China, Eurogroup chief says
Pierrakakis said the EU had to create a real energy union that would allow energy to flow easily across borders to lower electricity prices across the single ma
UK’s Reeves says debt, taxes should not fund military spending boost
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has promised the largest sustained rise in defence spending since the Cold War, but with the public finances already under str