Bermuda College signs new U.K. agreement
A new agreement will give Bermuda College students another affordable route to continue their studies overseas.
The College has signed an agreement with the
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Bermuda College Signs Agreement With Hartpury
Bermuda College has signed a new agreement with Hartpury University and Hartpury College in the UK, giving students “another affordable route to continue their studies overseas.” A spokesperson said, “A new agreement will give Bermuda College students another affordable route to continue their studies overseas. “The College has signed an agreement with the UK’s Hartpury …
Framework for advance review of major healthcare changes
A planned framework would allow the Government to review how changes to Bermuda’s healthcare may impact patients, access to care, costs or the wider system before implementation.
The proposed structur…
The proposed structur…
One dead, 172 rescued after Indonesian ferry from Bali catches fire
By Wednesday afternoon, one Indonesian had been confirmed dead and 172 people had been evacuated to ports in Bali and Lombok
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Nvidia partners with Wall Street giants to raise $500 billion for AI buildout
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said on X that the company has the option to backstop up to $125 billion, or 25% of the potential deals
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Eclipse craze grips Spain, Iceland as millions get set for ‘event of the century’
Authorities were expecting up to 6 million visitors in mostly rural areas within the eclipse’s path across northern Spain and the Balearic Islands
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TNN News has been updated
TNN News has been updated regarding an incident at the A1 Supermarket on Valley Road, Paget, which was initially reported as a suspected robbery.
The information previously reported by TNN has been determined to be incorrect, and we wish to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Ministry of Health today
The Ministry of Health today announced that the Government is advancing a new framework to ensure significant changes within Bermuda’s healthcare system can be reviewed before implementation where they may materially affect patients, access to services, costs or the wider health system.
Four crew, two rescuers killed in Red Sea attack; US strikes ship in Gulf of Oman
Two Yemeni rescuers from an anti-Houthi military group were also killed in the Bab el-Mandeb attack, Yemen’s Coast Guard said
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Mirrors & BCOF To Giveaway 600 Backpacks
A Back-to-School Giveaway will be held on Sunday, August 30, at Death Valley Playground in Southampton, with more than 600 backpacks set to be distributed to Bermuda students. A spokesperson said, “The Mirrors Programme, in partnership with the Bermuda Community Outreach Foundation [BCOF], is proud to announce the return of the Third Annual Back-to-School Giveaway, …
Low Rhine levels disrupting German industry
Chemicals company Covestro said the lack of transport capacity could not be offset fully despite shifting volumes to trucks and trains wherever possible
Sterling at one-month high vs dollar before economic data
The U.S. dollar ticked up, underpinned by renewed tensions in the Middle East, with markets awaiting fresh signals on the Federal Reserve’s policy trajectory
European stocks steady ahead of US inflation data; geopolitical risks in focus
Brent crude futures rose 0.6% to $89.45 a barrel after attacks on shipping in the Middle East and fading hopes for an end to the Iran conflict
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Oil rises after attacks on ships in Hormuz, Bab el-Mandeb
Brent futures were up 90 cents, or 1%, at $89.81 a barrel by 0757 GMT, set for their sixth day of gains
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Volunteers receive financial rewards
Four local candy stripers received financial awards totalling $30,000 when the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda (HAB) presented cheques to:
Jorai Laurenceo
Man arrested after supermarket knife incident
35-year-old detained at A1 Supermarket, no injuries reported
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At approximately 8:52pm, Tuesday August 11, 2026, Police were dispatched
Government bill for snake search reaches $50,000
Almost $67,000 has been spent by the Government in efforts to locate a rattlesnake and fire ants on the island.
Jaché Adams, the Minister of Public Works and Environment, said the ministry had spent a…
Jaché Adams, the Minister of Public Works and Environment, said the ministry had spent a…
In response to recent questions
In response to recent questions from the public regarding Bermudians’ visa-free travel to the United States and what might impact that status, the U.S. Consulate offers the following statement.
Man arrested outside Paget store
Police have arrested a man in connection with a suspected knife crime.
The man was detained by police outside The A1 MarketPlace on Valley Road, Paget, at about 9pm today, witnesses said.
Police sai…
The man was detained by police outside The A1 MarketPlace on Valley Road, Paget, at about 9pm today, witnesses said.
Police sai…
Ministry Advances Healthcare Review Framework
The Ministry of Health today announced that the Government is “advancing a new framework to ensure significant changes within Bermuda’s healthcare system can be reviewed before implementation where they may materially affect patients, access to services, costs or the wider health system.” A Government spokesperson said, “The framework reflects the Minister of Health’s commitment to …
OBA’s Richardson On Road Safety, Govt & More
“The Government’s decision to bring Transport, National Security, the Bermuda Police Service and the Road Safety Council together for an urgent road-safety meeting is welcome,” Shadow Minister Jarion Richardson said. Mr Richardson — the Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance and Artificial Intelligence — said, “After twelve road deaths this year, and another weekend in …
15 Students Complete SkillCraft Internship
Fifteen high school students have completed the six-week SkillCraft Youth Internship with new skills in social media marketing, greater workplace confidence and, for many, a clearer sense of what they want to do next. A spokesperson said, “SkillCraft paired fifteen youth interns with host organisations across Bermuda to provide assistance with social media content planning …
New attacks on shipping as Iran war talks hit fresh impasse
Oil prices gained and global shares retreated amid renewed pessimism about a quick end to the conflict
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North Korea fires unidentified projectile, media says
The launch comes as South Korea and the United States plan to conduct major joint military drills from August 17 to 27 to prepare against North Korea’s evolving
Britain’s JCB Hydromax sets world land speed record for a hydrogen-powered vehicle
The record run was overseen by the International Automobile Federation (FIA) and is subject to ratification by the governing body’s Land Speed Records Commissio
Oil prices settle up as Iran says Strait of Hormuz to stay shut
Brent futures rose $1.19, or 1.4%, to settle at $88.91 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose $1.07, or 1.3%, to settle at $83.20
A vision to restore Elbow Beach to its former glory
The Loren pushes ahead with its plan to revitalize the Elbow Beach Resort
The Loren Hotels has submitted an application for In-Principle Planning Approv
Young athletes and coaches recognized
On August 5, the Department of Sport and Recreation hosted the 2026 National Junior Athlete Sponsorship Programme (NJASP) Awards Ceremony, recognizing Bermuda’s
‘People have nothing to fear’
When we asked islanders why so many people drove too fast for our roads, a consensus emerged: Lack of a strong deterrent
As concerns rise about the volume of
OBA on road safety: What’s going to change?
Statement by Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance and Artificial Intelligence Jarion Richardson JP MP
The Government’s decision to bring Transp
PLP: Government will not ‘jeopardise’ US travel rights
No moves will be made by the Progressive Labour Party government that would risk the ability of Bermudians to travel to the United States, the PLP insisted today.
The party said that it recognises the…
The party said that it recognises the…
The Loren moves ahead with Elbow Beach Hotel redesign
The Loren Hotels group has submitted an in-principle planning application to restore the historic Elbow Beach Hotel.
It said that the proposal features a scaled-down design and is expected to maintain…
It said that the proposal features a scaled-down design and is expected to maintain…
Visitor injured in collision on Middle Road, Southampton
A visitor was reportedly injured today after a collision between a livery cycle she was riding and a car near Industrial Park Road in Southampton.
A police spokeswoman said: “Initial information sugge…
A police spokeswoman said: “Initial information sugge…
HAB Awards $30,000 To Four Candy Stripers
The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda awarded a total of $30,000 in education scholarships to four Candy Stripers, with Jorai Laurenceo, Nahla Woods, Varshini Srinivasan and Syesha Sampson each receiving $7,500. A spokesperson said, “Four local candy stripers received financial awards totalling $30,000 when the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB] presented cheques to: Jorai Laurenceo Nahla …
Ash cloud from Sicily’s Mount Etna volcano disrupts Malta flights
A spokesperson said 19 flights had been cancelled by mid-afternoon on Tuesday and several other flights had been significantly delayed
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Limits on women’s education in Afghanistan will likely further weaken school quality, UNESCO says
Five years after the Taliban returned to power, about 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan are unable to attend secondary school, while more than 2 million primary
Colombia quake death toll tops 200 as rescuers race to find survivors
The 7.4-magnitude earthquake, the most powerful to strike the South American country in decades, tore through Colombia’s coffee-growing heartland early on Monda
French press body asks competition watchdog to take action over Google AI
The group has called on the regulator to make a decision similar to that which ordered Meta to put forward a payment plan and resume talks with traditional medi
Youth Entrepreneur Expo to take place on City Hall lawn
Budding business owners will display their products and services at a free exhibition this weekend.
The Youth Entrepreneur Expo, hosted by the Office of Youth Affairs, will showcase businesses from ch…
The Youth Entrepreneur Expo, hosted by the Office of Youth Affairs, will showcase businesses from ch…
Group offers snow experience in Vermont
A snow sports group is offering an opportunity for an aspiring skier or snowboarder in Bermuda to take to the slopes in Vermont in the United States in February.
The Bermuda Ski and Snowboard Associat…
The Bermuda Ski and Snowboard Associat…
Diabetes charity capitalises on AI technology
The Bermuda Diabetes Association is partnering with a United States-based company to use AI technology in a free screening exercise for chronic kidney disease this month.
The BDA said that the partner…
The BDA said that the partner…
Starfish take spotlight at BUEI
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute has invited families to learn more about the humble starfish at its next Kids Hour Saturday event.
The event series, held on the third Saturday of the mont…
The event series, held on the third Saturday of the mont…
Video: Interns Joanna Anderson & Amira Gift
Bermuda Is Love has launched its first two-week paid internship programme, giving two students hands-on experience in advocacy and community issues affecting Bermuda. Joanna Anderson and Amira Gift explored issues including food sovereignty, housing, justice and healthcare through meetings with community leaders, government officials and legal professionals. Adam Crichlow, founder of Bermuda Is Love, told …
Support for charity’s ‘meaningful’ gardening programme
A $25,000 grant will help a charity offer horticultural skills and practical training to people in recovery from substance use challenges.
A statement said the contribution from the Fidelis Foundation…
A statement said the contribution from the Fidelis Foundation…
Bermuda Is Love campaigns to start tenants union
A human rights charity has partnered with a tenants association to form Bermuda’s first union for leaseholders’ rights.
Bermuda Is Love and the Bermuda Autonomous Tenants Association launched #Tenants…
Bermuda Is Love and the Bermuda Autonomous Tenants Association launched #Tenants…
Consulate reaffirms that visa-free travel is controlled by the U.S. Government
Statement notes visa-free travel is governed by U.S. policy and may be revised over time
Media Release:
In response to recent questions from the pub
Thai PM suspends firearm purchase licences after school shooting
Anutin directed a deputy prime minister overseeing legal affairs to expedite a new gun control law, with stronger controls and significantly harsher penalties
US fuel sales to Cuban business bring a glimpse of capitalism to Havana
Oil shipments from Cuba’s traditional suppliers Venezuela and Mexico ended abruptly after the U.S. ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in January. U.S.
Extreme heat becoming more frequent and intense, UN agency says
Parts of Europe are enduring their fifth heatwave of a summer marked by drought, wildfires and record-breaking temperatures
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European power prices jump as heatwave curbs French nuclear output, German wind
Successive heatwaves in Europe have seen temperatures rise to unprecedented levels, causing water shortages, wildfires, and some deaths
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