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Bermudians looking to find a place in the hospitality sector have been invited to a careers fair set for next week.
The Hospitality Industry Careers Fair, organised by the Bermuda Hotel Association in…

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Speeding and impaired driving fuel rise in collisions

March 10, 2026

Roads Policing chief warns serious crashes are happening every three days on average

Viewers will have noticed in recent weeks a spate of separate incide

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Seven acres of arable land go from fallow to farm

March 10, 2026

Seven acres of government-owned arable land in the East End have been divided between ten Bermudian farmers to put to use.
The multiyear leases, all of which are set in St George’s, will include 4.03 …

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Gov’t calls for national conversation on CARICOM membership

March 10, 2026

Minister Alexa Lightbourne tables green paper, urging Bermudians to move beyond “fearmongering” and weigh potential benefits and protections

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Column: Fahy On Housing, Budget & More

March 10, 2026

[Column written by Michael Fahy] As the public is aware, the budget statement was presented on 20th February 2026, with the Opposition giving its reply on 27th February 2026. During the economic debate, I tackled issues ranging from education to the state of our roads, but given my shadow portfolio of Housing, Municipalities and Home Affairs, …

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Thirteen New Customs Officers Complete Training

March 10, 2026

A ceremony was recently held to celebrate the basic training completion ceremony for 13 Trainee Customs Officers: Sole Tucker, Jordan Trott, Teji Simons, Kendrick Richardson, Antonia Raynor-Bailey, Sade Adams, Allan Martin, David Little, Collise Allen, Wanay Bartley, Seth Hayward, Zorie Eve, and Dendrick Durrant. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael …

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Bermuda Police Advisory On Counterfeit $100 Bills

March 10, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service is warning businesses and residents to remain vigilant after multiple reports of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills being used locally, with one suspect already arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Since the end of February 2026, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received multiple reports regarding the use of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills …

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Allshores To Donate $250,000 To Home Charity

March 10, 2026

Allshores Limited announced a $250,000 commitment over three years to support the work of HOME, helping strengthen efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The multi-year funding will support HOME’s outreach, advocacy, and coordination efforts, connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with shelter, health care, and social services while building long-term resilience against …

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Melissa retired as hurricane name after deadly impact

March 10, 2026

An international body has retired the name “Melissa” from the list of hurricane names in the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact last year.
The World Meteorological Organisation’s Hurricane…

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Budgetary preparations for 2016 census themed ‘fill the gap’

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

“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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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’

March 10, 2026

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

Statement from Shadow National Security Minister, Robert King:

The Minister o

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Sterling ticks higher as lower oil prices temper inflation concerns

March 10, 2026

Sterling rose 0.1% to $1.3454 against the dollar

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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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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,

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 10, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

“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

March 9, 2026

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?

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

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Oil prices soar as Iran war continues

March 9, 2026

Bermuda shipping companies are closely monitoring the situation

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Minister highlights progress on building Bermuda’s economy

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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

March 9, 2026

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…