Euro zone inflation jumps before likely oil price hit
Inflation in the 21 countries that share the euro jumped to 1.9% from 1.7% a month earlier, outpacing expectations for 1.7%, as rising food and services costs o
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Bermuda voices in Middle East give differing takes on Iran war
As war in the Middle East ripples out from the Israeli and US strikes on Iran at the weekend, accounts of life under fire came from a Bermudian in Dubai and a Bermudian-linked woman 1,300 miles away i…
Free public safety seminars roll out island-wide
The programme teaches practical tools to help residents avoid and respond to threats
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A new series of free p
ECB should be flexible as Iran conflict muddies outlook, Stournaras says
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, which is widening to other countries in the region, is seen as threatening to push up inflation and make a dent in Europe’s alread
Reeves set for careful UK budget update as Iran conflict alarms investors
Reeves will announce fresh economic and borrowing forecasts by Britain’s fiscal watchdog and she is expected to steer clear of any spending surprises that could
France to send anti-drone systems to Cyprus after British base attack, report says
The reported French aid to the island follows Greece’s offer of assistance hours after RAF Akrotiri, a British sovereign base, was targeted in two separate dron
UK grocery inflation edges higher to 4.3%, says Worldpanel
Grocery inflation had hit a nine-month low of 4.0% in its previous report
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UK grocery inflation edged up to 4.3% in t
European markets hurting as Iran war widens
ING says the euro zone is the most exposed major economy to the conflict, making the region, which has benefited from investor diversification out of U.S. asset
Walking tour honours ‘stories of resistance’
Activists and artists reflect on defining historical moments
The Department of Culture hosted the Creatives Live Historical Tour: They Arrive
Premier honours centenarian Margaret Burgess
Presentation marks her 100th birthday as family and friends celebrate at Coco Reef Resort
The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt
An incident unfolded yesterday at
An incident unfolded yesterday at a popular nursery facility in the North Street area after a former owner Ms. McCartney Hart attempted to gain access to the premises without prior notification, prompting a swift response from security personnel and police.
‘Trailer park’ housing draws opposition
A housing project on the horizon for Sandys would set “a dangerous precedent for trailer-park style housing” on the island, an objection to the proposal claimed.
Images and details about the modular h…
Images and details about the modular h…
Court criticises threats on judicial staff
A senior accused of a series of threats on a prosecutor within the main court building in Hamilton on Friday is on remand awaiting the April 1 Arraignments session after Maxanne Anderson, the senior m…
Bermuda could secure massive investment for clean energy
Bermuda could unlock hundreds of millions of investor dollars to fund major infrastructure projects for renewable energy if it advances legislation, according to the head of an asset managemonet compa…
A Southampton man has been
A Southampton man has been charged with multiple offences including threatening behaviour and obstruction, and has elected to have his case heard in the Supreme Court.
A 54-year-old woman was formally
A 54-year-old woman was formally charged during today’s monthly arraignment session in the Supreme Court of Bermuda before Justice Juan Wolffe.
All-female panel to talk leadership
An author, speaker and researcher will lead a discussion about women’s leadership and collaboration at Pier Six on Front Street this week.
A statement said Christie Hunter-Arscott will moderate the pa…
A statement said Christie Hunter-Arscott will moderate the pa…
Work to strengthen Caribbean ties at Caricom conference
The Minister of Home Affairs has spoken on strengthening relationships in the Caribbean as the Government works to determine if Bermuda will commit to full Caricom membership.
Alexa Lightbourne joine…
Alexa Lightbourne joine…
Rideshare plan lacks data, says taxi group
Randy Broadbelt of the BTOA believes Government is progressing its rideshare law without current facts on taxi operations
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The Premier and Minister of
The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, made a special presentation to Ms Margaret Burgess in recognition of her centennial birthday and her life as a Bermudian matriarch.
Privacy Commission issues guidelines for recording in public
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner has urged residents and organisations to familiarise themselves with privacy rules regarding recording people at public events.
It follows the release of a new s…
It follows the release of a new s…
Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz
This is Iran’s most explicit warning since telling ships it was closing the export route on Saturday, a move that threatens to choke a fifth of global oil flows
From handwashed underwear to fake Adidas, stranded travellers wait out travel chaos
The 49-year-old Slovak winemaker was returning from an ayurvedic retreat in Sri Lanka when she became stranded in the Qatari capital
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Lebanon bans Hezbollah military actions after attack on Israel
The government’s decision, which was rejected by a senior Hezbollah politician, underlined a dramatic shift in Lebanon’s power balance since the once-dominant g
US announces its first casualties in Iran war; poll signals challenge for Trump
As the conflict entered its second day, Trump said 48 Iranian leaders had been killed and that the U.S. military had started sinking Iran’s Navy, destroying nin
Floating book fair has drawn thousands of visitors
The Logos Hope – known as a floating book fair – has welcomed more than 9,000 visitors since docking on Front Street a couple of weeks ago.The vessel, which
DPP warns of ‘grave consequences’ after court attacks
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Cindy Clarke, confirms that one of her Crown Counsel was recently threatened in the court precincts while performing their
Rider’s injuries less serious than thought
A motorcycle rider was not as badly injured in a Friday crash as originally feared, police said today.
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said that the man was thought to have sustained a head…
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said that the man was thought to have sustained a head…
61st Middle and Senior School Art Exhibition
61st Middle and Senior School Art Exhibition (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Updates to electoral reform outlined in Parliament
Several electoral reform measures, including progress on election-day rules, were outlined in the House of Assembly today.
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, sa…
Diallo Rabain, the Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation, sa…
France to boost nuclear arsenal, involve European allies in deterrence
Though France and Britain are both nuclear powers, most European countries have relied primarily on the United States for deterring any potential adversaries — a decades-old pillar of transatlantic security International News via Reuters: France will expand its nuclear arsenal and will potentially allow European partners to host its aircraft on nuclear deterrence missions, President […]
Tesla regains some market share around Europe in February, a sign of stabilising sales
In France, the U.S. electric vehicle maker’s registrations, a proxy for sales, rose 55% even as most rivals sold fewer cars in the country than a year ago
Brushing off Trump criticism, UK’s Starmer defends actions over Iran
Starmer said he was moved to allow the “limited” use of British military bases by the U.S. on Sunday after Britons came under attack by “reckless” Iranian drone
Iranian-made drone hits British air base in Cyprus, causing limited damage
The threat continued into Monday when a government spokesman posted on X that two more “unmanned aerial vehicles” that were heading towards the British Royal Ai
North and Horseman master the elements at Rubis Energy Karting Championship
The Bermuda Karting Association delivered a masterclass in high-stakes racing as thirty-nine competitors braved mixed conditions for Race Eleven of the Rubis En
Governor announces appointment of Privacy Commissioner
A Bermudian barrister who gained recognition for her privacy advocacy has been appointed as the island’s Privacy Commissioner.
Gretchen Tucker was said by Governor Andrew Murdoch to be a “standout” ca…
Gretchen Tucker was said by Governor Andrew Murdoch to be a “standout” ca…
RBR Soldiers Complete Jamaica Relief Mission
Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers completed repairs to hurricane-damaged homes in Jamaica, supporting recovery efforts while strengthening their own disaster-response skills. A spokesperson said, “Repairing hurricane-hit homes in Jamaica deepened the sense of pride and responsibility within Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers as they worked alongside troops from other countries to help restore normality for residents. “Visiting …
‘Victims Being Duped Out Of Millions Of Dollars’
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is “advising the public to remain vigilant, following several reports of a sophisticated banking scam that has resulted in victims being duped out of millions of dollars.” A police spokesperson said, “The BPS is aware of residents receiving automated phone messages purporting to be from a bank Relationship Manager, regarding …
Van crash in Paget reduces traffic to one lane
A single-vehicle crash disrupted traffic flow in Paget this morning, police said.
The incident involved a van and happened near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road, where traffic was restricte…
The incident involved a van and happened near the junction of Manse Road and Harbour Road, where traffic was restricte…
Bermuda’s track stars shine as Montverde Academy triumphs in Orlando
Bermudian athletes Miles Outerbridge, Arima Turner, and Amaris Munya delivered a series of clinical performances at The First Academy Royal Invitational in Orla
Registration open for Youth Mental Health Training Programme
Health Minister says the course “reflects the Government’s commitment to strengthening Bermuda’s mental‑health landscape”
Local professionals who w
RBR: Jamaica operation was sobering and meaningful
Repairing hurricane-hit homes in Jamaica deepened the sense of pride and responsibility within Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers as they worked alongside troops from other countries to help restore norm…
Tourism summit came with ‘significant’ air travel agreement
An inaugural summit for regional tourism and aviation stakeholders to align strategies and address air connectivity challenges achieved “tangible outcomes”, the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture…
Police warn of ‘sophisticated’ banking scam
The Bermuda Police Service advised the public to remain vigilant after several reports of a banking scam that has resulted in victims being duped out of millions of dollars.
A spokesman said that the…
A spokesman said that the…
Live Audio & Parliament Order Of Business
[Updated with live audio] The House of Assembly will be in session on Monday [March 2] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Digital Transformation Team Strategic Partner Update, the Update on Electoral Reform, the Building Capacity in Our Community to Support Youth Mental Health Needs, the Conclusion of Public Consultation on …
Kuwait shoots down US jets in friendly-fire incident, US CENTCOM says
All six crew members ejected from the aircraft safely, were recovered and are in stable condition, CENTCOM said
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Travel stocks tumble as US-Iran war sparks worst disruption since pandemic
Dubai, the world’s busiest international hub, and Doha remained shut for a third day, leaving tens of thousands of passengers stranded as aviation faced its big
Police warn of ‘sophisticated’ bank scam
Fraudsters are using automated calls to impersonate bank officials
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is advising the public to remain vigilant, following
Regiment troops rebuild homes in Jamaica
More than 20 soldiers replace roofs in hurricane-hit St Elizabeth during Operation Olive Branch
Images and media release supplied by the Royal Bermuda Regime
Tehran hospital evacuated after explosions nearby, WHO says
The WHO spokesperson said that it is working to verify reports about alleged damage to the Motahari Hospital in Tehran and emergency medical centres in Sarab, i