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Photos: BZS Hosts Zoom Around The Sound

March 30, 2026

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] hosted the annual Zoom Around the Sound this weekend, a 7.2-mile fun event supporting BZS education and conservation programmes, with participants running, walking, riding, or gliding around Harrington Sound. A spokesperson previously said, “This event was the brainchild of the Butterfield family over 30 years ago and has been sponsored …

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South Korea considers nationwide driving curbs as oil prices soar

March 30, 2026

Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said on Sunday the government could expand restrictions on passenger car use beyond public institutions if crude prices rise to a

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EU energy ministers seek to coordinate Iran war response

March 30, 2026

Europe’s heavy reliance on energy imports has left it exposed to spiralling prices since the key shipping route the Strait of Hormuz was effectively closed

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UK fines Apple subsidiary $516,000 over Russia sanctions breach

March 30, 2026

A notice from the government on Monday said ADI had made funds available to a designated person without a licence in relation to two payments in 2022

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Minister On Govt Public Service Scholarships

March 30, 2026

“The Public Service Scholarships programme will support Bermudians to prepare for critical jobs that are hard to fill here in Bermuda and often globally,” Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “The scholarships offer up to $30,000 a year for studies in areas …

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Spain closes airspace to US planes involved in Iran war, El Pais says

March 30, 2026

The closure of its airspace, which forces military planes to bypass NATO member Spain en route to their targets in the Middle East, does not include emergency s

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UK mortgage approvals rise by most since November, Bank of England says

March 30, 2026

The BoE said 62,584 new mortgages for house purchase were approved in February, up from 60,246 in January

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ECB to speed up approval of banks’ capital risk model changes

March 30, 2026

Banks currently must seek the ECB’s prior approval for any material change in their internal models

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The European Cen

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UK’s FTSE 100 climbs on boost from mining and energy stocks

March 30, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.6% as of 0921 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 fell 0.5%

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London’s FTSE 100 advance

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Group proposes ‘structured’ long-term care services at KEMH

March 30, 2026

A health advocacy group has submitted a proposal to the Bermuda Hospitals Board for the provision of “structured” in-house medical services for long-term care residents at the King Edward VII Memorial…

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Proposals invited for Swing Bridge replacement

March 30, 2026

A search has been launched for partners to build a replacement for the ageing Swing Bridge.
Submissions were invited via a government request for proposals published last Wednesday to deliver the long…

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Gaming commission has ample work, say chair and CEO

March 30, 2026

The Bermuda Gaming Commission has insisted it has ample work to do, even in the absence of either a casino or betting shop industry.
Cheryl-Ann Mapp, its chairwoman, and Charmaine Smith, the BGC’s chi…

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Like many of you, I

March 30, 2026

Like many of you, I got that OBA postcard. And like many of you, I tossed it out, because we know exactly what it was.

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The Government of Bermuda wishes

March 30, 2026

The Government of Bermuda wishes to inform the public of a recent incident in which a member of the public directly interfered with a public officer carrying out official duties related to the management and control of feral chickens.

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Rockaway ferry is half empty

March 30, 2026

The ferry service between Hamilton and Rockaway in Southampton is almost half empty, the Transport Minister admitted yesterday.
The ferries have room for 112 more passengers, or 45 per cent of their …

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We commend the Government and

March 30, 2026

We commend the Government and Minister Jache Adams for bringing forward this important piece of legislation.

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TNN News has received troubling

March 30, 2026

TNN News has received troubling information today regarding a prison officer who has resigned from the prison service less than three weeks after officially passing out in the March 3rd graduation ceremony.

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During Friday’s motion to adjourn

March 30, 2026

During Friday’s motion to adjourn at the end of our Parliamentary session, the Premier tabled the report on the Premier’s, Ministers’, and Opposition Leader staff for fiscal years 2023/24 and 2024/25. By law, this report is to be tabled by the end of May each year for the prior financial year.

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Devonshire Colts kept alive hopes

March 30, 2026

Devonshire Colts kept alive hopes of earning a Premier Division championship as they comprehensively defeated Paget Lions 4-1 at White Hill Field yesterday.

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There were smiles all around

March 30, 2026

There were smiles all around among P1 students at Somerset Primary, West End Primary, and East End Primary when Focus Counselling Services presented 42 youngsters with a traditional Bermuda kite.

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Relegation for Frazzoni as Bermudian stars light up UK circuit

March 29, 2026

Bermuda international Eva Frazzoni and her AFC Sudbury teammates suffered a devastating afternoon at Champion Hill, as a 1-0 defeat to Dulwich Hamlet confirmed

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The Open Your Heart Foundation

March 29, 2026

The Open Your Heart Foundation is once again preparing for its highly anticipated Good Friday extravaganza, celebrating an impressive 15 years of bringing Bermuda together through love, unity, and generosity.

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Hundreds attend annual Palm Sunday Walk

March 29, 2026

Residents braved windy conditions this afternoon to take part in the 51st annual Bermuda National Trust Palm Sunday Walk in the West End.
The six-mile route started on Boaz Island in Sandys and walker…

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Bermuda National Trust Palm Sunday Walk 2026

March 29, 2026

Bermuda National Trust Palm Sunday Walk 2026 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Pope Leo says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage wars

March 29, 2026

In the celebration that opens the holy week leading up to Easter for the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, the pontiff called the conflict “atrocious” and said Jes

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Humpback whale ‘Timmy’ struggles to escape shallow waters off Germany

March 29, 2026

The plight of Timmy, who is thought to measure 12 to 15 metres in length, shows the difficulty of freeing such creatures given their size

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France detains two more suspects over foiled Paris Bank of America attack

March 29, 2026

Under French law, suspects in terrorism cases can be held in custody for up to 96 hours, with further extensions possible under judicial oversight

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Pentagon preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, Washington Post reports

March 29, 2026

The plans could involve raids by Special Operations and conventional infantry troops, the Post reported

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Sunday March 29th: “Good News” Spotlight

March 29, 2026

News that MoonGate Group distributed 200 We Care packages to vulnerable residents with community partners, Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward attended the 2026 Bermuda Economic Development Corporation Business Awards, and St. George’s marked World Poetry Day with student poetry performances and live showcases were among the positive stories from the past week. In …

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More than 60 Bermuda kites donated to pupils

March 29, 2026

Primary students from three schools were gifted traditional Bermuda kites by Focus Counselling Services as Good Friday celebrations approach.
P1 pupils at Somerset Primary, West End Primary and East E…

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Bermudian poet shares her passion in Jamaica

March 29, 2026

Bermudian poet, cultural ambassador, and founder of Bermuda Voices, Tiara S. Webb, made history as the first-ever regional guest invited to participate in Kings

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Applications open for conservation grant

March 29, 2026

Students and scientists have been invited to apply to receive funding for research and conservation projects through an annual grant.
Applications are open for the Atlantic Conservation Partnership’s …

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Opinion: Tourism needs action, not talk

March 29, 2026

Statement by PLP MP Kim Swan:

The OBA says that they support tourism, but history will show that support is not forthcoming when PLP policies are in play.

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Saving Lives Festival unites community groups

March 28, 2026

Music rang out over the Francis Patton School field this afternoon as community groups came together for the Bermuda Saving Lives Festival.
The event was intended to highlight community-focused organi…

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The Bermuda Saving Lives Festival

March 28, 2026

The Bermuda Saving Lives Festival (Photographs by Akil Simmons)

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Fort Hamilton officially re-opens

March 28, 2026

The City of Hamilton is pleased to announce that Fort Hamilton has officially reopened to the public and is once again available for event bookings, following e

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OBA pushes government on financial data

March 28, 2026

Statement by Shadow Finance Minister Dr Douglas De Couto:

During today’s motion to adjourn at the end of our Parliamentary session, the Premier tabled the

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Legal groundwork laid for price comparison tool

March 28, 2026

Legislative amendments to allow the introduction of a price comparison tool for budget-conscious shoppers was approved in the House of Assembly on Friday.
The Cost of Living Amendment Act 2026 broaden…

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Trees on Reid Street to be felled

March 28, 2026

City says the wood will be re-purposed

The City of Hamilton advises the public that tree removal works will take place on Reid Street, just east of Cour

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Weekend tree removal on Reid Street

March 28, 2026

Parking in an area of Reid Street will be restricted on Sunday as the Corporation of Hamilton works to remove five trees.
A City spokeswoman said that the trees set for removal east of Court Street,…

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2026 Single-Use Plastics Act Legislation

March 28, 2026

The Single-Use Plastics Act 2026 is a “Bill designed not to ban every item overnight, but to establish the legal framework for Bermuda’s transition away from the most harmful single-use plastics through consultation, science, and a phased, responsible approach,” Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday …

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Fort Hamilton Reopens Following Renovations

March 28, 2026

The City of Hamilton has officially reopened Fort Hamilton to the public following “extensive renovations and archaeological investigations.” A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is pleased to announce that Fort Hamilton has officially reopened to the public and is once again available for event bookings, following extensive renovations and archaeological investigations. “Over the past …

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Insurance industry invests in emerging talent

March 28, 2026

Ten students to attend briefing breakfast ahead of ABIR’s risk forum

Ten highly engaged Bermuda College students have been given an exciting opportuni

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Former customs officer admits role in drug plot

March 28, 2026

A former senior customs officer admitted his involvement in a plot to import cannabis into Bermuda almost three years ago.
Scott Brown, from Southampton, pleaded guilty to having and conspiring with o…

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Scholarship scheme aims to bolster civil service

March 28, 2026

A new scholarship programme aimed at filling gaps in the civil service has been launched, with students urged to apply before the end of April.
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of the Cabinet Office and Di…

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Opinion: OBA is peddling half-truths

March 28, 2026

Statement by PLP MP Neville Tyrell:

Like many of you, I got that OBA postcard. And like many of you, I tossed it out, because we know exactly what it was. A

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On Wednesday, March 25, the

March 27, 2026

On Wednesday, March 25, the Nesbitt family, relatives of the late Tyrone “Funk” Nesbitt, gathered to present his Gombey regalia to the Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport.

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Historical fort opens its gates after two years of work

March 27, 2026

Fort Hamilton has reopened to the public after extensive renovations and archaeological work at the site.
Work began in February 2024 and included major upgrades to the fort’s electrical and water inf…

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Police warn about WhatsApp scams

March 27, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service has warned the public to be wary of a WhatsApp scam in involving a link in group chats inviting people to subscribe to a Zoom meeting.
A police spokesman said a fictitious Z…

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What’s On: Our guide to weekend events

March 27, 2026

The weekend is here, and there’s plenty happening across the island for all ages to enjoy. From community events to entertainment and activities, there’s so