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Legislation to increase the fees paid to members of government boards has been passed in the House of Assembly.
Wayne Furbert, the Junior Minister of Finance, said that there were 141 government autho…

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Reeves says Britain to align more with EU rules in bid for growth

March 17, 2026

Britain’s Labour government has sought a reset with the EU and has become more forthright in its criticism of the cost of Brexit, while maintaining its red line

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Update: Traffic diversions are no

March 17, 2026

Update: Traffic diversions are no longer in effect regarding this collision, which occurred around 11:05am Tuesday, 17th March 2026 and involved a truck and two cars.

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David Rogers Appointed As Opposition Senator

March 17, 2026

David Rogers as the newest Opposition Senator for the One Bermuda Alliance. A spokesperson said, “David Rogers has been named by Opposition Leader Ben Smith as the newest Opposition Senator for the One Bermuda Alliance. “Mr Rogers ran as the OBA candidate in Constituency 14, Devonshire North West, in the February 2025 General Election. Raised …

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France will never take part in operations to unblock Hormuz Strait amid hostilities, says Macron

March 17, 2026

Trump, speaking at a White House event on Monday, said he had spoken to Macron, giving him an “8 out of 10” score on his stance towards getting allies to unbloc

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Palm Sunday Walk highlights West End sites

March 17, 2026

Walkers will have an opportunity to visit heritage sites in the West End during the Bermuda National Trust’s 51st annual Palm Sunday Walk.
The popular community tradition, which will take place on M…

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Shift in Upper House for OBA senators

March 17, 2026

A One Bermuda Alliance election candidate was named this morning as the latest addition to the Senate.
David Rogers will sit for the Opposition in the Upper House, replacing Dion Smith, who resigned t…

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David Rogers named new OBA Senator

March 17, 2026

David Rogers has been named by Opposition Leader Ben Smith as the newest Opposition Senator for the One Bermuda Alliance.

Mr Rogers ran as the OBA candi

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Motorists advised to expect delays after Southampton crash

March 17, 2026

Traffic was being diverted this morning after a reported three-vehicle crash in Southampton.
The collision happened in the where Middle Road meets Pompano Beach Road.
It was understood no one was inju…

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UAE airspace briefly closed due to missile, drone threat

March 17, 2026

The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, now in its third week, has thrown global aviation into turmoil, with flights cancelled, rescheduled and rerouted, as most Mid

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Inside Sports with Caitlin Bob

March 17, 2026

In this weeks episode we feature Bermuda’s sports awards, updates on national teams, and an in-depth interview with Bermuda’s female athlete of the year, Caitli

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Germany seeks doubling of AI data centres by 2030

March 17, 2026

Digital minister Karsten Wildberger proposed a range of measures, including dedicating land for development, that ministers are due to approve on Wednesday

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Police Confirm Death Of Kawaje Raynor

March 17, 2026

The police have confirmed the death of 26-year-old Kawaje Raynor, A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] can now confirm the identity of the male who died after being shot while at a residence on the Railway Trail, just off of Riviera Estate, Southampton as 26-year-old Kawaje Raynor. “Mr. Raynor, a father of two …

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Ministry Hosts Domestic Abuse Awareness Training

March 17, 2026

The Ministry of Health, in partnership with the Centre Against Abuse and the United Kingdom Health Security Agency, recently hosted a three-day “Train the Trainers” course led by IRISi to help local healthcare professionals better identify and respond to domestic abuse. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health, together with the Centre Against Abuse …

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Blue Economy Competition Name Winners

March 17, 2026

Ignite Bermuda and the Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] hosted a Blue Economy Grant Pitch competition on March 4, 2026, awarding grants to three innovative ocean-positive ventures. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme [BOPP] and Ignite Bermuda partnered to host the BOPP Blue Economy Grant Pitch competition at Ignite’s Hamilton headquarters on …

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Sterling edges up versus dollar before BoE policy meeting

March 17, 2026

The greenback climbed sharply during the Middle East conflict as investors sought safe-haven assets, while other currencies were more vulnerable to the adverse

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European shares gain marginally as investors weigh conflict fallout, await ECB rate decision

March 17, 2026

The pan-European STOXX 600 edged up 0.3% at 600.32 points by 1015 GMT

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European shares rose marginally on Tuesday, as

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US weighs near $1 billion settlement with TotalEnergies for abandoning wind farms, NYT reports

March 17, 2026

Under the terms of the proposed settlements, the U.S. Interior Department will cancel the leases in federal waters for two projects, known as Attentive Energy a

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Greece wants durable solution to ensure free shipping in Hormuz Strait

March 17, 2026

Greece is a dominant force in global shipping, controlling one of the world’s largest merchant fleets

International News via Reuters:

Greece does

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K. Margaret Carter Centre temporarily closes for mould remediation

March 17, 2026

Ministry is sourcing a temporary venue so programmes can continue

The K. Margaret Carter Centre (KMCC) will be temporarily closed effective M

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The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme and Ignite Bermuda fund blue startups

March 17, 2026

Three entrepreneurs share $20,000 in grant funding at Hamilton pitch competition

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The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Progra

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Minister condemns latest gun death

March 17, 2026

Minister of National Security Michael Weeks urges anyone with information to come forward as police investigate

Minister of National Security Mich

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A 20-year-old man from Southampton

March 16, 2026

A 20-year-old man from Southampton Parish appeared before the Magistrates’ Court last week facing five indictable offenses involving a firearm.

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OBA: It’s time to play or fold on gaming

March 16, 2026

Is ten years too long to keep spending millions on getting casinos in Bermuda? Opposition Leader Ben Smith says Government needs to ask itself that question…

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Pharmacies call for competition, not price controls

March 16, 2026

A number of independent pharmacies have welcomed the review of the National Drug Formulary, while the Health Council CEO emphasises the complexity of pricing

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Training helps health staff handle domestic violence

March 16, 2026

Health workers have been coached to spot signs of domestic abuse and respond safely.
The Ministry of Health, along with the Centre Against Abuse and the United Kingdom Health Security Agency, recentl…

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Oil prices ease as Trump calls for help to unblock Hormuz, some ships sail through strait

March 16, 2026

Brent futures fell 72 cents, or 0.7%, to $102.42 a barrel by 12:39 p.m. EDT (1639 GMT), while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell $2.92, or 3.0%, to $95.79

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Two key new hires at Bermuda Broadcasting

March 16, 2026

Bermuda Broadcasting Company has made two key appointments, in sales and radio.

Marcus George – a.k.a. DJ Chubb – becomes Radio Manager/Programme D

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Iranian women’s soccer team begin journey home after players decline asylum

March 16, 2026

Australia had granted humanitarian visas to six players and one support staff member from the Iranian squad after they sought asylum, fearing possible persecuti

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BIS urges central banks not to rush reactions to energy price spike

March 16, 2026

This month’s 40% surge in oil prices and near 60% leap in wholesale gas prices have evoked comparisons to 2022

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Kendall named the 2026 Bermuda Idol winner

March 16, 2026

Kendall Adams was named the winner of the 2026 Bermuda Idol Competition in front of a packed auditorium on Sunday.
The competition this year, held at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Ar…

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Disability centre closes during mould treatment

March 16, 2026

A facility that supports Bermudians with disabilities will temporarily close tomorrow to address a mould issue
A government spokeswoman said mould remediation and air quality improvements were needed …

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Healthcare workers trained to identify domestic abuse

March 16, 2026

The Ministry of Health and Centre Against Abuse staff trained with IRISi, a UK charity that helps health systems respond better to violence against women and gi

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Sweden threatens to restrict power exports over EU funding plan

March 16, 2026

The move could ripple through Northern Europe’s electricity market

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Sweden has threatened to restrict electricity exp

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Salute to dedication of child and family services worker

March 16, 2026

A worker at the Department of Child and Family Services who showed “exceptional professionalism, collaboration and child‑centred practice” is the latest recipient of a public service excellence award….

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MPs call on community to work together against violence

March 16, 2026

An MP whose constituency includes the site of a fatal gun attack said today that residents were “rocked” by the incident.
Dwayne Robinson, the One Bermuda Alliance member for Southampton East Central,…

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A highlight of the evening

March 16, 2026

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Media to Rick Richardson, the former CEO of Bermuda Broadcasting, who played a pivotal role in the career of Trevor Lindsay and countles.

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‘Shooting reminds us that public safety must remain a priority’

March 16, 2026

OBA comments on yesterday’s fatal attack

Statement from Robert King, Shadow Minister of National Security

The shooting death of a young man this

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Britain unveils jobs drive for young people to tackle high unemployment

March 16, 2026

Britain’s youth unemployment has reached a 10-year high, according to figures released last month, outpacing other European nations

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Hayward highlights work to support entrepreneurs

March 16, 2026

Work by the Government to support Bermudian entrepreneurs and small businesses has continued, the Minister of Economy and Labour said today.
Jason Hayward’s comments in the House of Assembly were from…

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Greece approves purchase of air defence system, upgrade of F-16 jets

March 16, 2026

Greece is already in talks with Israel to provide a big part of the missile systems for the dome, called “Achilles Shield” with an estimated cost of about 3 bil

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Police search for two suspects connected to Riviera Estate area murder

March 16, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service identified the victim, a 26-year-old father of two, who was brutally gunned down on Sunday in a Southampton neibourhood

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Dubai airport hub rattled after drone strike spotlights Iran war risks

March 16, 2026

The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, now in its third week, has thrown global aviation into turmoil, with flights cancelled, rescheduled and rerouted

Inte

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Portugal demands that TAP bidders bolster operations in all its airports, not just Lisbon

March 16, 2026

British Airways owner IAG, Air France-KLM and Germany’s Lufthansa formally submitted expressions of interest to buy a 44.9% stake in TAP

International N

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Walking Football League launches as Bermuda targets 2027 World Cup

March 16, 2026

The historic gymnasium at Bermuda College was the scene of a poignant sporting milestone this weekend as Leroy “Curly Joe” Wilson officially launched his much-a

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Second forum to explore child behaviour

March 16, 2026

Parents can learn about strategies for use when their children talk back or refuse to listen at a symposium this month.
Chefanices Williams, an educational therapist at Victor Scott Primary School, i…

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Leverock heroics in vain as Mumbai Spartans edge India Tigers

March 16, 2026

Kamau Leverock produced a “swashbuckling” individual masterclass in Haldwani today, though his India Tigers side eventually fell to a 17-run defeat in the Legen

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Writers urged to join creative writing anthology project

March 16, 2026

A writer and lecturer will put together an anthology of creative writing based around historic sites of enslavement on the island.
Sites of Memory Bermuda will be spearheaded by Angela Barry and was d…

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Police name victim in Southampton gun murder

March 16, 2026

Police have announced that the victim of a firearms attack yesterday at about 3.40pm in the Riviera Estate area of Southampton was attacked in the yard of a residence at 7 Railway Trail off Riviera Cr…

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TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Police Press

March 16, 2026

TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Police Press Conference with the Commissioner of the Bermuda Police Service Topic: Murder Update