Spain, France battle wildfires as heat grips southern Europe
In France, where two firefighters died on Tuesday as their truck was engulfed in flames in the southwest region of Gironde, authorities urged people to avoid us
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UK’s Bloomsbury among beneficiaries of $1.5 billion Anthropic copyright lawsuit settlement
Bloomsbury said a U.S. court identified 14,087 of its titles covered by the settlement, with proposed compensation of about $3,000 per title, split equally betw
BermudAir Orders 10 Airbus A220 Aircraft
BermudAir has ordered ten Airbus A220-300 aircraft, with the company saying they will feature a “comfortable 135-seat, three-class configuration.” A spokesperson said, “BermudAir, Bermuda’s hometown airline, is set to become the newest operator of the Airbus A220, following an order placed by affiliated company Odyssey, for 10 A220-300 aircraft. The firm order, booked in March 2026, …
BPSU Presents Ten Education Awards
Sarine Babb, Jaela Medeiros-Symonds, Sascha Burchall, Nahla Burgess, Kimura Cole, Latarie Doers-Bowen, Kenya Smith-Woodley, Sekai Tatem, Hailey Trott and Isis Tucker have all earned education awards from the Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU]. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Public Services Union [BPSU] proudly reflects on the success of its 34th Annual Education Awards Ceremony, held on …
Former Lloyd’s of London CEO breached conduct rules, investigation rules
One year after Neal’s departure after more than six years as CEO, a drawn-out investigation found that the relationship had been “sufficiently close during thei
Motorcyclist Arrested For Impaired Driving
A motorcyclist has been arrested for impaired driving after a collision in Paget. A police spokesperson said, “Around 11:25 p.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, Police attended a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, near the junction of Stovell Lane and South Road, Paget. “Officers were informed the bike was traveling in an easterly direction …
UK house prices rose by 2.7% in year to May, ONS data shows
Average UK monthly private rents increased by 3.3% in the year to June, matching the pace in the 12 months to May, the ONS said
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UK inflation slows in temporary boost for new PM Burnham
Consumer prices rose by 2.6% in annual terms in June — the weakest increase since March 2025 and down from 2.8% in May
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UK’s Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive
Burnham wants to move quickly to show people he can improve their lives, after becoming Britain’s seventh prime minister in 10 years in an unprecedented bout of
Britain’s FTSE 100 climbs on metals and energy gains; Middle East in focus
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.9% to 10,684.33 points by 1010 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 0.1%
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Pound holds firm as soft UK inflation leaves rate-hike bets intact
Sterling was trading flat at $1.3373, after depreciating for the last four sessions
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The pound held steady against th
Minister DeSilva said: “It was
Minister DeSilva said: “It was important for my Cabinet colleagues to see these modular homes first-hand and understand the role they will play in strengthening Bermuda’s emergency housing capacity.
The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s
The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s Men’s National Sevens Team departs this week for Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where they will compete in the 2026 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games from 25–27 July, alongside the largest delegation of Bermudian athletes the island has seen for a Games.
The Bermuda Nurses Association (BNA)
The Bermuda Nurses Association (BNA) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Iris Almeria Davis Scholarship, recognizing three exceptional individuals whose dedication to nursing, academic excellence, and professional development reflects the bright future of healthcare in Bermuda.
On Friday, 17 July, the
On Friday, 17 July, the Minister of the Cabinet Office, the Hon. Emily-Gail Dill, JP, MP, visited the Youth Library Summer Camp at the Florence Webb Maxwell Youth Library, where she met with campers and staff and learned more about the programme’s activities.
Businesses warn cost-of-living Bill could impact healthy food
Businesses have warned that cost-of-living legislation set to be debated in the Senate today could have unintended consequences.
The Cost of Living Amendment (No 2) Act 2026 made it through the House …
The Cost of Living Amendment (No 2) Act 2026 made it through the House …
Waivers ‘not required’ for $115m in no-bid contracts
The Government said yesterday that multimillion-dollar no-bid contracts for affordable housing were awarded to two foreign firms without any oversight from the Office of Project Management and Procure…
Batista hopes ballet gala will inspire Black Bermudian dancers
An international ballet showcase featuring leading performers can inspire more young Black Bermudians to see dance as a profession in which they belong, principal dancer Jonathan Batista has said.
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Drugs importer gets suspended sentence
A man who brought illegal drugs into Bermuda was given a suspended prison sentence in Magistrates’ Court.
Tahva Virgil, 32, admitted importing cannabis resin and another substance containing THC durin…
Tahva Virgil, 32, admitted importing cannabis resin and another substance containing THC durin…
PAC to consider conducting financial review of cyberattack
The Public Accounts Committee is to consider conducting a review into financial exchanges related to the cyberattack that brought down the Government’s IT systems in 2023, its chairman has said.
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Court dismisses constitutional complaint against commission
The Supreme Court has struck out a claim that the legislation that established a commission of inquiry unconstitutionally lacked a right of appeal.
Raymond Davis and Lynda Swan argued that their inabi…
Raymond Davis and Lynda Swan argued that their inabi…
BermudAir orders ten more aircraft
BermudAir has announced that it has ordered an additional ten aircraft to bolster its expanding list of routes.
Reuters reported that the Bermuda-based airline announced at the Farnborough Internation…
Reuters reported that the Bermuda-based airline announced at the Farnborough Internation…
Man arrested after bike crash in Paget
A man who crashed a motorcycle in Paget on Monday night was arrested for impaired driving.
A police spokesman said that at about 11.25pm, police attended the scene of a single-vehicle crash involving …
A police spokesman said that at about 11.25pm, police attended the scene of a single-vehicle crash involving …
Ministers Listen To Youth Voices At Town Hall
Recently as part of the 2026 National 18+ Youth Conference, Power in Participation: Youth Shaping Bermuda’s Future, young people from Bermuda engaged directly with Government Ministers during the “Ask the Leader” Town Hall, hosted by the Office of Youth Affairs. A Government spokesperson said, “Participants raised questions on youth representation, workforce development, affordability, education reform, …
Senate: Order Of Business For July 22nd
The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [July 22], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Justice and Community Safety Reform Act 2026, Corporate Income Tax Amendment Act 2026, Tax Credits Amendment Act 2026, Human Rights Amendment Act 2026, Cost of Living Commission Amendment [No. 2] Act 2026, Bermuda …
BNA Awards 2026 Nursing Scholarships
The Bermuda Nurses Association has awarded its 2026 Iris Almeria Davis Scholarships to Channa McGowan, Unzae Swan, and Naziah Robinson, providing a total of $10,000 to support their nursing education and professional development. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Nurses Association [BNA] is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Iris Almeria Davis Scholarship, recognizing …
Minister Dill Visits Youth Library Summer Camp
On Friday [July 17], Minister of the Cabinet Office Rev. Emily-Gail Dill visited the Youth Library Summer Camp at the Florence Webb Maxwell Youth Library, where she met with campers and staff and learned more about the programme’s activities. Running from 29 June to 29 July, the camp welcomes boys and girls aged seven to …
Robinson acknowledges racial divide over CARICOM engagement
Shadow Home Affairs Minister says the OBA is a party for all, not just some, as he answers questions on the demographic representation at their Town Hall on Mon
‘It’s about THEM; It’s not about US’
Pushback last night on the PLP’s plans for full membership of CARICOM… The call for a referendum was loud at a public meeting hosted by the OBA
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US, Mexico resume USMCA trade talks as Trump hits Canada with new tariffs
The talks, which exclude Canada, are set to run for three days and are the first formal discussions on changes to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement since the Tru
US imposes new 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products
The new tariffs, set to take effect in 30 days, would also apply to dairy products, swimming pools, furniture, fishing rods, seeds, clothing and wigs, among oth
Burnham targets lower energy bills in first move as UK prime minister
On his second day in his new job, Burnham said his government would remove the value-added tax from domestic electricity bills from October 1
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Flora Duffy To Speak At Triangle Challenge
The Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge has announced that Dame Flora Duffy will serve as honorary guest speaker for its January 2027 race weekend to be held Friday, January 15 through Sunday, January 17, and the Olympic gold medalist is also expected to take part in some of the races. A spokesperson said, “Dame Flora Duffy, represented Bermuda …
Future Leaders Summer Programme kicks off tenth year
Poverty, inequality, violence, identity, leadership, civic responsibility and social issues will be explored by budding young leaders from public and private schools across the island over the next th…
Murdered ex-UK minister Widdecombe was struck on head with hammer 21 times, court told
Widdecombe, 78, a prominent figure in Nigel Farage’s populist Reform UK party, was found dead at her home in rural southwest England on July 9 after being attac
Netball Bermuda unveils new leadership team for 2026
Netball Bermuda has announced its newly elected leadership group following the organization’s recent Annual General Meeting.
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Cut Match Walkabout will trace historic steps
Friends of Sandys is a community organization founded in 2022 by residents committed to preserving and sharing the rich history of the western pa
Public pleas for referendum on full membership of Caricom
Almost 200 people crammed into the Vasco da Gama Club in Hamilton for a forum on closer lies with Caricom — some of whom insisted the matter needed to be put to the public.
Calls came for a referendum…
Calls came for a referendum…
BHB Primary Stroke Centre gets Canadian accreditation
The Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Primary Stroke Centre has received ts Canadian accreditation for its second time.
The centre collected a Stroke Distinction certification for its Acute Stroke Services an…
The centre collected a Stroke Distinction certification for its Acute Stroke Services an…
Seniors housing development proposed in Warwick
A vacant property in Warwick could become the home of a new development for seniors with 27 residential units.
A planning application, submitted by Senior Solutions Ltd, proposed the creation of a sen…
A planning application, submitted by Senior Solutions Ltd, proposed the creation of a sen…
Gates Foundation external review finds no evidence of payments to Epstein
Earlier this year, the foundation opened an external review into its engagement with the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
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Fires in Spain and France, hail in Balkans; Europe’s erratic weather persists
Europe is the world’s fastest-warming continent and many scientists say human-driven climate change is increasing the intensity of heatwaves, droughts and wildfires, while also creating conditions for sudden, destructive storms International News via Reuters: Firefighters struggled to control Spain’s biggest wildfire of the year on Tuesday and two firefighters were killed in a blaze in southwestern […]
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French senators back social media ban for children under 15
President Emmanuel Macron, who in April urged young people to switch off their phones and read in order to become better citizens, wants the law in place in tim
Sterling dips, gilt yields at 2-month high as investors assess Burnham’s spending plans
The pound trimmed early gains against the dollar and was last trading down 0.37% at $1.3370. It fell 0.33% against the euro, which traded at around 85.27 pence
West End walkabout to highlight history of Cup Match in the area
The history of the Cup Match holiday and the local West End organisations who helped shape it will be at the centre of a morning walk this weekend.
Friends of Sandys will lead the Emancipation Cup Mat…
Friends of Sandys will lead the Emancipation Cup Mat…
Lane on Richmond Road to close for trenching
Part of Richmond Road in Pembroke will be limited to one lane of traffic on Thursday and Friday, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A spokeswoman said one lane, in the vicinity of…
A spokeswoman said one lane, in the vicinity of…
Signature Dental Aesthetics Opening In Hamilton
A new dental practice founded by Dr. DeVon Binns, Signature Dental Aesthetics, is opening on Front Street in Hamilton, offering a range of general and advanced dental care. A spokesperson said, “Signature Dental Aesthetics opens its doors this month on Front Street, a thoughtfully curated suite overlooking Hamilton Harbour. Founded by Dr. DeVon Binns, the …
Government previews new emergency modular homes
Housing Minister Zane DeSilva said the ministry is completing the final approvals before relocating the homes to Boaz Island, Sandy’s
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Government offers a look inside emergency homes
Interior pictures of the Government’s new emergency modular homes have been released by the Ministry of Housing and Municipalities.
The units have been procured as emergency housing and aim to provide…
The units have been procured as emergency housing and aim to provide…
Heartbroken mother pens book on grief and hope
Chantelle ‘Storm Leigh’ Wilson Bean has published a book, Shattered: A Mother’s Voice, describing the aftermath of the loss of her son to violence in Bermuda