NATO withdraws troops from Iraq mission to Europe as Iran war rages
In recent days, several countries including Poland, Spain and Croatia have announced they have withdrawn troops from the Middle East, citing the conflict in Ira
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King Charles photo with Caribbean officials under portrait of slavery-enriched monarch sparks criticism
Charles hosted on March 10 several Caribbean representatives at St. James’s Palace for the annual Commonwealth Day reception
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Behind-the-scenes: Bermuda Broadcasting airs pickleball event, live
The 2026 Caribbean Pickleball Championship is in full flight, and Bermuda Broadcasting is at the centre of the action.
Games are being played indoors at the
Road to Canterbury: Church of England’s new head walks ancient pilgrimage route
Mullally, 63, who was named as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury last October, has chosen to walk the roughly 140 km (87 mile) “Becket Camino” route from St Pa
Cycling to affect traffic on Sunday
A bicycle race will affect traffic in several parishes on Sunday, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A spokesman urged motorists to use caution during the Bermuda Bicycle Associat…
A spokesman urged motorists to use caution during the Bermuda Bicycle Associat…
Three deny trio of offences
Three men have been charged in Magistrates’ Court with assaulting a person with intent to rob.
Jelani Simmons, 21, and 18-year-olds Zion Smith-Codrington and Ajahni Bascome-Lema, were also charged wi…
Jelani Simmons, 21, and 18-year-olds Zion Smith-Codrington and Ajahni Bascome-Lema, were also charged wi…
Urgent care centre receives new X-ray equipment
New X-ray equipment has been installed at the Lamb Foggo Urgent Care Centre in St David’s.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said the installation was part of “the planned upgrade and replacement project of…
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said the installation was part of “the planned upgrade and replacement project of…
New charity for caregivers aims to close critical gaps
A charity has been launched with the intention of supporting caregivers throughout the island.
The Bermuda Caregivers Alliance was cofounded by Lisa James and Maurice Foley, a candidate for the One B…
The Bermuda Caregivers Alliance was cofounded by Lisa James and Maurice Foley, a candidate for the One B…
I was ‘overlooked’ for housing project, says Bermudian
A Bermudian building modular homes questions why Bermudian firms could not bid on Government’s modular housing project
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Customs duty changes to bring cost-of-living relief
Duty on a string of items is expected to be cut or removed with the passing of the Customs Tariff Amendment Act 2026 in the House of Assembly.
The Bill — designed to reduce the financial burden on fa…
The Bill — designed to reduce the financial burden on fa…
‘Rideshare law puts taxi drivers first’
Ahead of the Senate vote to enable up to 150 ‘seasonal rideshare taxis’, Transport Minister Owen Darrell stressed that traditional taxi drivers still get first
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Minister notes ‘steady drawdown’ from rental support fund
A “steady drawdown” of funds from a government programme has helped residents with emergency, short-term rental costs, the House of Assembly heard today.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social D…
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social D…
College offers free financial literacy course
The Bermuda College has launched a free workshop series aimed at providing an introduction to money management.
The Apace division of the college is offering Building Financial Literacy, which is a t…
The Apace division of the college is offering Building Financial Literacy, which is a t…
China calls for end to war in Middle East, warns of economic impact
The “still widening war” in the Middle East harms the common interests of all countries, Lin said, repeating Beijing’s position that all sides in the Gulf confl
Chuck Norris, macho star of ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’, dies at 86
The six-time undefeated World Professional Middleweight Karate Champion, whose tough-guy image inspired satirical “facts” that made him an Internet phenomenon,
Minister outlines upgrades to Paget, Darrell’s Islands
A new camping facility on Paget Island can accommodate up to 12 campers, MPs heard today.
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport, said the renovated three-bedroom cottage…
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport, said the renovated three-bedroom cottage…
Jodi Lewis eyes historic win in Georgia State race
Bermudian candidate sets sights on May primary and November election, inviting island support on her journey
Bermudian Jodi Lewis is making history on the po
Pickleball championship: Live coverage starts today!
Follow all the elite action with Bermuda Broadcasting
A reminder for sports fans – the Caribbean Pickleball Championship has stepped into high gear an
Bermuda Name Squad to Face DR Congo in Friendly
The Bermuda Football Association has unveiled a strong squad to face the Democratic Republic of the Congo in a high-profile international friendly as the Gombey
US sues Harvard over treatment of Jewish and Israeli students, seeks billions of dollars
Harvard has been a central focus of the president’s campaign to force changes at major U.S. universities
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Political wrangling over CARICOM
Former Deputy Premier Bob Richards says CARICOM ‘does not fit’ Bermuda; Home Affairs Minister Alexa Lightbourne says facts do not support his comments
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Three young men appeared in
Three young men appeared in Magistrates’ Court today facing a series of serious charges, including aggravated robbery, affray, and assault with intent to rob.
Men in court on robbery, fighting charges
Three men have been charged in Magistrate’s Court with fighting and attempted robbery.Appearing during the Plea Court session, Zion Smith Coddrington, Ajahni Ba
Narraway and Hopkins Secure Top-Ten Finishes in Colombia
Bermudian cyclists Nicholas Narraway and Kaden Hopkins delivered a statement of intent on the opening day of the 2026 Pan American Road Cycling Championships, b
Gov pays out over $134k from hardship fund
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors said a committee approved 116 out of 141 applications from families or individuals for funds to help in em
Minister takes aim at Caricom claims from Richards
Evidence and analysis are publicly available to address concerns about full Caricom membership, the home affairs minister said after a former deputy premier aired doubts about the benefits of deeper i…
Rodrigues Jr. and Vieira Lead Eckerd to Second in Charleston
Bermudian sailors Paul Rodrigues Jr. and Jordan Vieira were instrumental this weekend as Eckerd College secured a superb second-place finish at the SAISA Top Si
Mixed Fortunes for Brunson and Development Squad
Bermudian prospect Kalen Brunson and his Queens Park Rangers Development Squad teammates endured a unique and demanding schedule this week as the club fulfilled
Minister of Tourism & Transport,
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, MP, attended the recent Hospitality Industry Careers Fair held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, where he engaged with employers and Bermudians exploring opportunities in the tourism sector.
Belgian bishop challenges Pope Leo to allow married priests by 2028
The Catholic Church has largely maintained a celibate priesthood for centuries
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A Catholic bishop said he would push
UK factory orders stabilise, cost risks seen from war, CBI say
The CBI’s monthly order book balance stood at -27 in March, little changed from -28 in February
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Iberian blackout was caused by multiple factors, report says
In the organisation’s final report into the blackout, it looked at its root causes and offered recommendations to reinforce Europe’s power grids and avoid simil
Europe shares set for third weekly loss as Mideast war grinds on
The pan-European STOXX 600 was flat at 583.70 by 1000 GMT, poised to log a 2% weekly decline and its longest losing streak since April
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Oil up despite efforts by US, allies to boost supply and open Strait of Hormuz
“The potential for a quick reversal in energy prices is unlikely because damage has been done to production,” said Ole Hansen, the head of commodity strategy at
Dollar set for weekly fall as central banks turn hawkish
Before the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran began at the end of February, investors expected two Fed cuts this year
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ECB, BoE could hike as soon as April on inflation pressures, brokerages say
Both central banks kept borrowing costs unchanged on Thursday and signalled they were closely monitoring the impact of surging oil prices on growth and inflatio
Norway’s crown princess says she was ‘manipulated and deceived’ by Epstein
The U.S. Justice Department’s release of millions of Epstein documents has sent shockwaves around the world, revealing the disgraced financier’s ties to promine
Retirees cite 10 per cent pension uplift as inadequate
A former union executive called a one-time 10 per cent pension increase for retirees announced by the Premier last month insufficient to cover the rising cost of living.
Edward Ball Jr — speaking on b…
Edward Ball Jr — speaking on b…
Drowning civil suit against cruise line set for April
A lawsuit brought against a cruise line by the family of a tourist who drowned after saving a child at Horseshoe Bay Beach is due to go to trial in Florida next month.
Hyon Duk Shin, 49, died on March…
Hyon Duk Shin, 49, died on March…
Richards: Bermuda’s economy like ‘chalk and cheese’ with Caricom
Bermuda’s ambitions for full membership in the Caribbean Community may come with an emotional appeal based on shared cultural links — but the gulf between their economies makes a closer alliance akin …
A 19-year-old Southampton teen appeared
A 19-year-old Southampton teen appeared before the Magistrates’ Court yesterday to answer to two separate charges, one involving a bladed article and the other related to the manner in which he was riding.
Senate approves 10% reduction in car licensing fees
An amendment passed in the Senate will cut vehicle licensing rates by 10 per cent.
The Motor Car (Licence Duties Reduction) Act 2026 lowers annual vehicle licence fees for private cars by a tenth.
Mis…
The Motor Car (Licence Duties Reduction) Act 2026 lowers annual vehicle licence fees for private cars by a tenth.
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Parental leave for non-biological guardians approved
Legislation broadening the scope of parental leave passed the Senate after an in-depth debate around concerns over wording.
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 would offer parental leave for adoptive pa…
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 would offer parental leave for adoptive pa…
A 50-year-old man of no
A 50-year-old man of no fixed abode appeared in Magistrates’ Court last week, where he was formally charged with four indictable offenses.
Island eyes significant UK meningitis outbreak
A surge in meningitis cases among students in southeast Britain is being monitored by the Ministry of Health.
The announcement came as the UK Government began offering antibiotics and vaccinations aga…
The announcement came as the UK Government began offering antibiotics and vaccinations aga…
UK’s FTSE 100 closes at 2-month low as investors weigh BoE rate decision and Iran war
The blue-chip FTSE 100 finished at its lowest in about two months, down 2.4%
Signage is seen outside the LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) headquarters in
The Bermuda Police Service would
The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the community, for assisting with efforts to address the situation involving the minor who was in distress, while traveling on a PTB bus, recently.
Sudden shutdown of special needs centre ‘disrespectful’
Government is working to provide a temporary alternate location for K. Margaret Carter Centre’s programmes
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Health dept. monitoring UK Meningitis B outbreak
The Ministry of Health said the risk to Bermuda remains low, but recognise that many Bermudians study and reside who may travel over the Easter period
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