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Budgetary preparations for 2016 census themed ‘fill the gap’

Budgeting for the Department of Statistics budget has ramped up almost 40 per cent from the previous fiscal year, the Minister of Economy and Labour revealed yesterday.
Jason Hayward told the House of…

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Rights for adoptive parents get green light in House

Legislators have approved giving parental leave to adoptive parents and legal guardians of children below age 2.
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 got near-unanimous agreement in the House of Assembly…

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Inside Sports with Rena Dysiewska

This weeks episode of Inside Sports features an in-depth interview with Rena Dysiewska; Director of Sports & Christian Brown; Head of Triathlon at Millfield

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Pigs To Return To Agricultural Exhibition

This year’s Agricultural Exhibition “will also mark the long-awaited return of pigs, which have been absent from the show in recent years,” the Government said A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to announce the 85th Bermuda Annual Agricultural Exhibition. “The annual three-day event will take place 23–25 April 2026 at …

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Greenpeace activists storm stage at France’s nuclear summit, confront Macron

The protesters, dressed sharply in black suits and ties, held banners bearing the Greenpeace logo and reading “Nuclear Power = Energy Insecurity” and “Nuclear p

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Sophia Greaves Earns WiRe Award

Women in Reinsurance [WiRe] hosted its fourth annual International Women’s Day Gala, where Sophia Greaves was presented with the WiRe Woman of the Year Award, A spokesperson said, “Women in Reinsurance [WiRe], the professional organization for women working in Bermuda’s reinsurance sector, hosted its fourth annual International Women’s Day Gala on Friday, March 6, 2026, bringing …

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Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027

“The Economic Development Strategy is Bermuda’s roadmap for strengthening and diversifying the economy, creating opportunity for Bermudians, and building a more secure and inclusive future,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House a progress report …

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Five Iranian women’s soccer players granted humanitarian visas in Australia

U.S. President Donald Trump praised Albanese for allowing the women to stay, saying on social media the U.S. was ready to take the players if Australia did not

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Gov’t leases seven acres of land to farmers

Ten farmers receive access to previously underused public land to boost local food production

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UK homebuilder Persimmon defies sector gloom with strong 2026 outlook, shares rise

The builder expects underlying operating profit near the upper end of analyst consensus of 486 million to 517 million pounds ($593-$630 million)

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ECB should not rush rate change even if Iran war could alter outlook: policymakers

Markets have been pricing rate hikes from the ECB over the past week on the premise that surging energy costs will quickly feed into consumer prices

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G7, EU to hold calls on soaring energy prices

Oil prices surged to their highest levels since mid‑2022 on Monday propelled by fears of Gulf output cuts and disrupted tanker traffic

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France to harness nuclear power for AI data centres, says Macron

France will be able to open data centres and meet the needs of artificial intelligence thanks to its large energy exports, French President Emmanuel Macron said

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King: Shortages across uniformed services a ‘troubling picture’

Shadow minister calls for strategy to address more than 160 vacant posts

Statement from Shadow National Security Minister, Robert King:

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Sterling ticks higher as lower oil prices temper inflation concerns

Sterling rose 0.1% to $1.3454 against the dollar

International News via Reuters:

The pound edged higher against the dollar on Tuesday as hopes of a

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Britain’s FTSE indexes rebound as Trump hints at end to Middle East war

The blue-chip FTSE 100 gained 1.6% by 1015 GMT, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 added 1.9%

International News via Reuters:

London’s FTSE indexes rose on

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Full Caricom membership Green Paper published

Cheaper everyday essentials, greater connections for businesses and talent, stronger global partnerships and increased representation in shaping regional policies are among the reasons to pursue full …

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Devonshire area residents ‘feel safe] despite shooting

Most residents maintain they feel safe in an historical Devonshire neighbourhood despite a shooting in the area last week.
They highlighted that Prospect was a friendly tight-knit community, where the…

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Bermuda’s future will not be

Bermuda’s future will not be determined by the speeches we make in Parliament or the policies we promise in budgets. It will be determined by what happens in our classrooms. And right now, the warning signs are flashing red.

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As the public is aware,

As the public is aware, the budget statement was presented on 20th February 2026, with the Opposition giving its reply on 27th February 2026.

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Premier salutes church’s enduring service

At the 140th Bermuda AME Conference, Burt thanks faith leaders and accepts the Richard Allen Legacy Award

The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP,

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Public asked to help find missing person

The 62-year-old was last seen on Point Finger Road, Paget, wearing shorts, a short‑sleeved shirt and sneakers

The Bermuda Police Service is seeki

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The Green Family pledges $500,000 for Maternity Unit and Special Care Baby Unit

The five-year donation, via the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation, will help modernise the Bermuda Hospitals Board Maternity Unit and Special Care Baby Un

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Sexual assault indictment against Bermuda-linked man

The former part-owner of a popular brewery in Charlotte, North Carolina, who had operated the business with his now-estranged Bermudian wife, has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of raping a 1…

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Daily service to London, Boston resume next month

Daily air services to both Boston and London are set to resume next month as some airlines begin to return to their summer schedules.
According to the April flight schedule, published by Skyport, Brit…

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The Premier, the Hon. David

The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, has extended congratulations to the clergy and delegates gathered for the 140th Session of the Bermuda Annual Conference of the First Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

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Tourism Sector Welcomes Transport Enhancements

“We support efforts that enhance overall transportation availability for residents, businesses and visitors alike, whilst maintaining the important role that taxis play within Bermuda’s transportation network,” the Bermuda Tourism Authority, Bermuda Hotel Association, Skyport and Bermuda Chamber of Commerce. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Tourism Authority, Bermuda Hotel Association, Skyport and the Bermuda Chamber of …

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Bermuda looks abroad to draw up disability legislation

The Government will amend existing legislation for people with disabilities while establishing a specialised unit, ahead of creating a dedicated Act, Parliament heard this morning.
Tinée Furbert, the …

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Iran War: Gas and energy price impact?

Regulation may guard against immediate gas hikes due to the war in Iran, but BELCO says it ‘cannot fully shield customers from rising oil prices’

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Final Triple Challenge planned for this week

Participants can conquer unique obstacle courses for charity for the last time this week, with the eleventh and final Bermuda Triple Challenge set for Friday to Sunday.
The event has raised $550,000 f…

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Swiss parliament approves compensation for Crans-Montana bar fire victims

The so-called solidarity contribution had already been voted through by the upper house of parliament last week

International News via Reuters:

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Oil prices soar as Iran war continues

Bermuda shipping companies are closely monitoring the situation

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Minister highlights progress on building Bermuda’s economy

Headway has been made cutting red tape and encouraging investment in the island under the Bermuda Economic Development Strategy, MPs heard.
Jason Hayward, the Minister of Economy and Labour, said that…

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Turkey says NATO defences shot down second incoming Iranian missile

The incident in southern Turkey marks the second intercepted missile from Iran in the last week

International News via Reuters:

Turkey said on Monda

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London’s FTSE indexes fall as oil prices soar, inflation concerns mount

The blue-chip FTSE 100 slipped 0.3%, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 lost 1.8%. Both indexes dropped for the third straight day

International News via Reuter

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Novo Nordisk strikes deal for Hims to sell Wegovy and Ozempic, drops lawsuit

The deal marks a turnaround from February, when Novo sued Hims over a $49 compounded alternative to its Wegovy weight-loss pill

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Green family’s $500,000 commitment to hospital

Frequent benefactors the Green family have agreed to donate $500,000 over five years to the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation towards the maternity unit and special care baby unit at King Edward…

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Pigs return: 2026 Exhibition brings back the bacon

Visitors of all ages will squeal with delight next month as pigs make a hotly anticipated return to the Agricultural Exhibition.
Jaché Adams, the Minister of Public Works and Environment, credited Dan…

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Government Leases Farmland To 10 Farmers

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has “awarded agricultural land leases to ten Bermudian farmers, placing more than seven acres of previously underutilised Government-owned arable land into active food production.” Brian Robinson, Kenneth ‘Neil’ Paynter Jr, Minister Jaché Adams and John D. Gibbons “The leases represent a meaningful expansion of local farming activity and …

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Police seek help to find 98-year-old missing man

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is appealing for the public’s urgent assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman.

Mr. Brangman is described as bro

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Researchers: CahowCam hatching imminent

Cahow researchers are glued to their screens this week as they await the hatching of the latest chick on Nonsuch Island.
JP Rouja, founder of Nonsuch Expeditions, said the egg featured on the CahowCam…

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Police: Help Locate 98-Yr-Old Kenneth Brangman

The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s urgent assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. “Mr. Brangman is described as brown complexioned, approximately 6 feet tall, of slim build, with close cut grey and black hair. …

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House: uniformed services recruiting to fill vacancies

All of Bermuda’s uniformed services are currently understaffed, MPs were told today.
And current recruitment and training initiatives do not appear likely to completely fill the gaps, according to a…

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Tobacco Bay named among the world’s best beaches by Tripadvisor

An international travel website has named Tobacco Bay the second best beach in the Caribbean, according to visitor reviews.
The St George’s beach came second in TripAdvisor.com’s Travellers’ Choice Aw…

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Public Consultation On CARICOM Membership

“The Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, has launched a national public consultation on Bermuda’s potential advancement to Full Membership in the Caribbean Community [CARICOM]. A Government spokesperson said, “The consultation begins with the publication of the Green Paper titled ‘The Story of Us; Green Paper on Bermuda’s Application for Full Membership …

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Gov’t works to fill uniformed service vacancies

Michael Weeks says more than 160 posts are open, with about 100 people currently in the recruitment process

There are more than 160 vacancies across the

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Police warn residents about ‘prop’ bills in circulation

Police have urged the public to be wary about fake $100 bills in circulation that are labelled as being for use in film.
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said that since the end of February, the BPS…

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Have your say on CARICOM

Public feedback is encouraged on whether Bermuda should strengthen its formal ties with the Caribbean

The Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of

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Belgian synagogue damaged in blast considered antisemitic act

The explosion, which happened around 4 a.m. (0300 GMT), blew out the windows of the synagogue, as well as those of a building on the opposite side of the road,

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Madagascar’s President Randrianirina dismisses prime minister and cabinet

Randrianirina seized control of the Indian Ocean island nation in the wake of youth-led protests that forced out his predecessor, Andry Rajoelina

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