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With Tuesday’s public discussion CARICOM pending, we take a look at the media messaging so far, and some of the questions that may need to be answered
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Over a busy Easter holiday
Over a busy Easter holiday weekend, the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) carried out proactive patrols, as well as road sobriety checkpoints, in all nine parishes.
Fire breaks out in government landfill near airport
Airport operator Skyport noted the dangers posed by a nearby government waste facility after a fire broke out at the landfill over the weekend.
A spokeswoman confirmed that the blaze started at the Pu…
A spokeswoman confirmed that the blaze started at the Pu…
Oil dips in choppy trade; US, Iran receive ceasefire proposal framework
The price moves on Monday were dwarfed by an 11% surge for WTI and an 8% rise for Brent during the previous trading session on Thursday, the biggest absolute pr
May 31 due date for boats and moorings licences
Boat and mooring owners have must renew their licences by the end of next month, the Department of Marine and Ports said today.
Decals for 2027 must be in place by June 1. Licences renewed after May 3…
Decals for 2027 must be in place by June 1. Licences renewed after May 3…
Pressure mounts on UK government to ban Kanye West after festival backlash
West, now known as Ye, has been criticised in the past for antisemitic remarks and celebration of Nazism, which have led on several occasions to his social medi
Airport Waste Facility fire under investigation
Firefighters tackle late night blaze; no injuries reported
An investigation is ongoing after a blaze erupted at the Airport Waste Management Facility in
South Korea says ‘credible intelligence’ indicates North Korean leader’s daughter is successor
The NIS said the imagery of the daughter driving a tank was intended to highlight her supposed military aptitude and dispel doubts over a female heir, lawmakers
Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says
Analysts said the April 5 attack on the ship added to risks to global food security and agricultural trade stemming from the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Ir
The Ministry of Education responded
The Ministry of Education responded to recent TNN reports, clarifying and correcting inaccuracies about recent Department of Education leadership appointments.
Near-miss with police car leads to 18-month roads ban
A motorist who almost struck a police car in Southampton has been disqualified from driving all vehicles for 18 months.
Demiko James, 30, admitted not taking a breath test when he appeared in Magistra…
Demiko James, 30, admitted not taking a breath test when he appeared in Magistra…
Bermuda Job Connect online platform now in action
The Government’s new employment website has gone live, the Minister of Economy and Labour has announced.
Jason Hayward said the online platform Bermuda Job Connect from the Department of Workforce De…
Jason Hayward said the online platform Bermuda Job Connect from the Department of Workforce De…
Man admits sending threatening messages
A man will be sentenced in Magistrates’ Court this month for threatening a woman and sending her two menacing messages.
Phillip Miereles, 37, of Southampton, pleaded guilty to the three offences when …
Phillip Miereles, 37, of Southampton, pleaded guilty to the three offences when …
Government’s new job connection platform goes live
The refreshed system replaces the former Bermuda Job Board
Government media release:
The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today launched Berm
Boat and mooring owners reminded to file licensing renewals
Fees due by the end of May, with 2027 decals to be in place on all moorings and boats by June 1
Government media release:
The Department of Marine and
Teenager remanded for armed burglary charge
A teenager accused of aggravated burglary has been remanded into custody until next month.
Tajae Browne-Dill, 18, was charged with trespassing in and attempting steal from a Sandys apartment while arm…
Tajae Browne-Dill, 18, was charged with trespassing in and attempting steal from a Sandys apartment while arm…
Police arrest 28 during holiday weekend
Police arrested 28 people between 5pm on Thursday and 5am today, about one third of which were for driving while impaired.
The Bermuda Police Service said that six people arrested for impaired drivin…
The Bermuda Police Service said that six people arrested for impaired drivin…
New head announced for libraries and archives
The Government has announced a new Director of Libraries and Archives.
Mandellas Lightbourne will work under the direction of the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digita…
Mandellas Lightbourne will work under the direction of the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digita…
Iran rejects ceasefire in response to proposals and emphasises need for permanent end to war, IRNA says
Iran’s response consists of ten clauses, including an end to conflicts in the region, a protocol for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, lifting of sanct
Crashed government vehicle had licence plates removed
Police have confirmed that a government-issued vehicle was found crashed into a utility pole on Sunday morning and that its licence plates had been removed.
TNN was first to report on the incident th…
TNN was first to report on the incident th…
Spanish wind industry warns EU windfall tax could hurt investment
The criticism came after five EU countries, including Spain, put forward the proposal to tax excess profits earned amid energy price hikes triggered by the Iran
Dollar falls as traders weigh escalating Iran war against ceasefire hopes
The euro was at $1.1563, while sterling last fetched $1.326
International News via Reuters:
The U.S. dollar fell on Monday, while the yen flirt
Rising costs mean fewer services for food aid clients
A $14 increase in cost per client recorded by food aid agencies resulted in fewer services and a drop in the number of people helped, an umbrella body for the organisations revealed today.
The Non-Pro…
The Non-Pro…
Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final
“They made a proposal, and it’s a significant proposal. It’s a significant step. It’s not good enough,” Trump said of Iran
International News via Reuter
Golden relay glory for Bermuda in Martinique
Bermuda’s senior girls’ relay team delivered a masterclass at the XXXIX Carifta Aquatics Championships, securing the island’s first gold medal of the 2026 mee
Dandy Town Hornets crowned champions
The Dandy Town Hornets are the Bermuda Premier Division champions after a dramatic final day saw them come from behind to secure the title with a 2-1 victory ov
Mbelenzi & Coetzee dominate Sherlock 8K in Southampton
Dennis Mbelenzi and Estienne Coetzee produced masterclasses in distance running to claim the men’s and women’s titles at a sun-drenched Ed Sherlock 8K.
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New Director of Libraries and Archives appointed
The Head of the Public Service, Cherie Whitter, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Mandellas Lightbourne as the Director of Libraries and A
Smith claims silver as Outerbridge smashes 49-year record
Bermuda’s medal tally at the 53rd Carifta Games has doubled following a heroic silver-medal performance by Sanchez Smith and another record-breaking sprint fr
A 68-year-old man who was
A 68-year-old man who was charged earlier this year with abusive behavior toward a prosecutor in the Department of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has been released after pleading guilty to three of seven charges in Magistrates’ Court on Thursday of last week.
Artemis crew reaches the moon, approaches record-breaking distance from Earth
The Artemis II crew, flying in their Orion capsule since launching from Florida last week, are due to awake around 10:50 a.m. ET Monday for their sixth flight d
Bermuda College launches first summer programme for children
LaunchPad will introduce young learners to STEAM and Bermuda’s environment through five weeks of fun educational hands-on activities
Media release issu
Kameron Young Launches AI Training Courses
Bermudian AI and robotics engineer Kameron Young is launching two new in-person AI training programs through her company Tombolo Research. A spokesperson said, “As conversations around Artificial Intelligence continue to grow locally, a Bermudian female leader in AI and robotics is offering a new perspective. A viewpoint that moves beyond surface-level exposure to practical, hands-on …
Spanish PM’s party gains on anti-war stance, support for far right stalls in polls
Sanchez has emerged as one of the most vocal Western leaders criticising what he calls an illegal and reckless war, closing Spanish airspace to U.S. planes invo
Opinion: Bermuda and the moonshot – are we thinking big enough?
OBA candidate Maurice Foley calls on island to link space industry access with jobs, education and innovation
Written by Maurice Foley, OBA Can
Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism
In a social media message, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent drew on the symbolism of Easter, the day Jesus was resurrected from the dead
President Donald Tr
Weeks meets frontline teams during west end tour
Minister visits Heritage Wharf, Nelson Bascome Centre for Substance Abuse Treatment, and the Somerset Police Station
The Government of Bermuda issu
Minister Weeks Tours West End Facilities
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks recently visited three west end facilities to “meet with staff, observe operations, and gain a first-hand look at the work being carried out across key services under the Ministry’s remit.” A Government spokesperson said, “Accompanied by the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of National Security, Lt. Col. Edward Lamb, …
Public Health Week 2026 Gets Underway
The Ministry of Health will observe Public Health Week 2026 from April 6 to 10 under the theme “Ready, Set, Action!”, with this year’s theme encouraging the “community to reflect on progress made while highlighting the steps needed to build a healthier future for all Bermudians.” Minister of Health Kim Wilson emphasised the importance of collective …
Health Ministry kicks off Public Health Week
Residents encouraged to take part in wellness events and healthier living initiatives
The Government of Bermuda issued the following press release.
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Global equity funds draw second weekly inflow amid war de-escalation hopes
Global equity funds received inflows of roughly $40.14 billion for the prior week, LSEG Lipper data showed
International News via Reuters:
Investors
US crude premiums climb to record levels as Asia, Europe compete for supply
Europe is typically the largest importer of U.S. crude, but competition has escalated with Asian buyers scouring for supply from the Americas to Africa and Euro
North Korea distancing itself from Iran to leave door open for US talks, Seoul says
Seoul’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) said North Korea had not sent weapons or supplies so far to Iran since the conflict started on February 28
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ECB’s Stournaras says euro zone monetary policy will depend on size of energy disruption
If the energy price spike proves to be temporary, the need for a monetary policy adjustment will be limited ECB Governing Council member Stournaras told an annu
Minister Kim Wilkerson Visits Westgate Inmates
The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilkerson visited inmates at the Westgate Correctional Facility last Wednesday, as “part of the Ministry’s continued engagement with the Department of Corrections and its efforts to address the challenges facing the island’s correctional system.” A Government spokesperson said, “The visit provided the Minister with an opportunity to speak …
Call for more humane approach to feral chicken dilemma
An animal-welfare advocate has called on the Government to adopt a more humane approach to addressing the island’s feral chicken problem, branded an “ecological disaster” last year by farmers.
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Broader genetic testing offers new hope in quelling cancer
An oncologist believes more genetic testing could be among answers to improving the health of Bermudians.
Kevin Hughes, medical director of the Bermuda Cancer Genetics and Risk Assessment Clinic, said…
Kevin Hughes, medical director of the Bermuda Cancer Genetics and Risk Assessment Clinic, said…
Man injured in fight at St David’s
A man was taken to hospital on Saturday for injuries sustained in an altercation in St David’s, police said.
A spokesman said that shortly after 10am, officers were dispatched to a reported dispute in…
A spokesman said that shortly after 10am, officers were dispatched to a reported dispute in…
Health ministry announces the start of Public Health Week
The Ministry of Health will observe Public Health Week from today with four days of activities.
The week will have the theme Ready, Set, Action! to help participants appreciate the progress made to be…
The week will have the theme Ready, Set, Action! to help participants appreciate the progress made to be…
Cruise ship bound for Bermuda changes course to Canada
A cruise ship bound for Bermuda changed its itinerary at the eleventh hour owing to forecasts of poor weather.
Valiant Lady, the Virgin Voyages vessel, was expected to drop anchor at Dockyard on W…