Column: Robinson On Cost Of Living Bill & More

[Opinion column written by MP Dwayne Robinson] When the Cost of Living Commission Amendment [No. 2] Bill 2026 was defeated in the Senate, I cautioned the Minister of Home Affairs to take this time to re-think her strategy. Unfortunately, Minister Alexa Lightbourne regrettably shows that her priorities remain mis-aligned with the priorities of Bermudians. Putting …
Column: Robinson On Cost Of Living Bill & More Read More

Oxford Dictionary Adds More Bermuda Words

The Oxford English Dictionary has added four new ‘Bermudian English’ terms — “bimpert,” “hamma,” “shadeesh” and “to cut someone’s tail” — in its latest update. A spokesperson said, “Oxford Languages announces its latest Oxford English Dictionary [OED] update. In 2021, the OED added a significant number of words and phrases from one of the oldest dialects …
Oxford Dictionary Adds More Bermuda Words Read More

Renovations Plans Submitted For Perot Post Office

A planning application has been submitted for renovations to the historic Perot’s Post Office in Hamilton. The application summary states, “Proposed renovations to include removal of structurally unsound elements, new floors, windows, doors, shutters. Interior bathroom, storage space, plumbing, electrical and mechanical services. New dedicated power supply line [BELCO]. Conversion of a ground floor toilet …
Renovations Plans Submitted For Perot Post Office Read More

Photos: Berkeley Unveils New Library Commons

The Berkeley Institute has officially opened its new Library Commons, a modern facility featuring dedicated spaces for quiet study, collaboration, hands-on learning and instruction. A spokesperson said, “We have officially opened our new Library Commons, a modern facility intentionally designed to meet the diverse needs of our student body. “Moving away from the traditional library …
Photos: Berkeley Unveils New Library Commons Read More

On 14 September, the Senate

On 14 September, the Senate defeated the Cost of Living Commission Amendment (No. 2) Bill 2026 on a tied vote. Every Opposition senator voted against it. The Leader of the Opposition had the audacity to call the result a win “for all Bermudians”. The single person, the senior, the family at the register, won nothing that day. Their bill is the same this week as it was last week, and the information that could change this remains out of the public’s view.
On 14 September, the Senate Read More