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Minister Lightbourne On Energy Market

March 10, 2026

“The Ministry of Home Affairs is closely monitoring the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on global oil markets and the potential consequences for Bermuda’s fuel and energy costs,” Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said. A Government spokesperson said, “Today the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa Lightbourne, JP, MP, …

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Government could cap fuel prices as war drives up price

March 10, 2026

The Government could consider capping fuel prices if the situation warranted it, the Home Affairs Minister said tonight.
Alexa Lightbourne, who is tasked with managing the cost of living said the Gov…

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Photos & Video: BELCO Long Service Awards

March 10, 2026

Bermuda Electric Light Company [BELCO] held its Long Service Awards today [March 10], celebrating employees for their years of dedicated service to the company. Related Stories Photos & Video: Tahjae Welch Wins FMI Award BELCO Earns Second EEI Response Award Photos: BELCO Welcomes New Apprentices Photos: BEDC Annual ‘Eat, Shop, Play’ Winners Photos: Annual Tech …

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Police conducted a series of

March 10, 2026

Police conducted a series of early morning raids today in connection with what is understood to be gang and firearm-related investigations.

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Hayward: PLP colleagues are confident in leadership bid

March 10, 2026

October will see the de facto election of Bermuda’s next Premier. Only one contender… for now

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Airlines raise fares as Middle East conflict lifts fuel costs, disrupts flights

March 10, 2026

Jet fuel prices, which were around $85 to $90 per barrel before U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran, have soared to between $150 and $200

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Phased drug guidelines paused

March 10, 2026

The Bermuda Health Council has paused further guidance on the price of pharmaceuticals in the wake of “rapid changes” in the pharmaceutical market.
The BHC advised that the second phase of the Nation…

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Polish president’s rival bill heats up spat over EU defence scheme

March 10, 2026

Poland was the biggest beneficiary of the EU’s 150-billion-euro Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative

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Europe stocks mark biggest daily jump in months on Gulf de-escalation hopes

March 10, 2026

The pan-European STOXX 600 index ended 1.9% higher, after closing on Monday at its lowest level in more than two months

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Nursing students urged to apply for dedicated scholarship

March 10, 2026

A healthcare scholarship has been aimed solely towards nurses this year.
The Dr Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship will accept submissions between now and the end of April.
The Government’s schola…

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Canada boosts security at US, Israeli diplomatic buildings after consulate shooting

March 10, 2026

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Chief Superintendent Chris Leather said the consulate shooting is being investigated as a “national security incident,” although i

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Lane closure allows for wall construction

March 10, 2026

A section of road in Smith’s will be reduced to one lane of traffic for almost four months, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A spokesman said the closure will be in effect along…

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Labour department has new home

March 10, 2026

The Departments of Labour and Workforce Development are now operating from the same new space on Church Street, the Government has advised.
A spokesman said the Department of Labour has permanently mo…

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Scholarship applications open to support future Bermudian nurses

March 10, 2026

Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship now accepting submissions until 30 April

The Ministry of Health advises that applications for the Dr. Barbara

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13 trainee Customs officers join frontline service

March 10, 2026

Minister Weeks attends training completion ceremony as recruits prepare to help protect Bermuda’s borders

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British warship HMS Dragon departs for Eastern Mediterranean

March 10, 2026

Britain’s government has been criticised for not being able to send a warship to the region sooner, with military vessels from allies Greece and France arriving

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UK inflation could end 2026 at around 3% if energy prices hold, OBR’s Miles says

March 10, 2026

If prices fell in the next four or five weeks to levels before the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, the effect on consumer price inflation would be very limited a

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South Korea fines Mercedes $7.6 million over misleading EV battery information

March 10, 2026

The Korea Fair Trade Commission said Mercedes-Benz promoted its EQE and EQS models as using premium cells from CATL while concealing that some vehicles instead

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Sony fighting $2.7 billion UK lawsuit over PlayStation Store prices

March 10, 2026

The Japanese conglomerate is accused of abusing its dominant position by requiring digital games and add-ons for its console to be bought and sold only via its

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Hospitality stakeholders to host careers fair

March 10, 2026

The opportunity comes as as employers seek to fill key positions ahead of the approaching tourism season

The Bermuda Hotel Association, in c

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Bermuda set to host decisive qualifier as Concacaf W Championship hunt intensifies

March 10, 2026

Concacaf has confirmed the venues and kickoff times for the highly anticipated Concacaf W Qualifiers matches in April. These decisive fixtures represent the thi

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Careers fair to showcase opportunities in hospitality

March 10, 2026

Bermudians looking to find a place in the hospitality sector have been invited to a careers fair set for next week.
The Hospitality Industry Careers Fair, organised by the Bermuda Hotel Association in…

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Speeding and impaired driving fuel rise in collisions

March 10, 2026

Roads Policing chief warns serious crashes are happening every three days on average

Viewers will have noticed in recent weeks a spate of separate incide

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Seven acres of arable land go from fallow to farm

March 10, 2026

Seven acres of government-owned arable land in the East End have been divided between ten Bermudian farmers to put to use.
The multiyear leases, all of which are set in St George’s, will include 4.03 …

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Gov’t calls for national conversation on CARICOM membership

March 10, 2026

Minister Alexa Lightbourne tables green paper, urging Bermudians to move beyond “fearmongering” and weigh potential benefits and protections

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Column: Fahy On Housing, Budget & More

March 10, 2026

[Column written by Michael Fahy] As the public is aware, the budget statement was presented on 20th February 2026, with the Opposition giving its reply on 27th February 2026. During the economic debate, I tackled issues ranging from education to the state of our roads, but given my shadow portfolio of Housing, Municipalities and Home Affairs, …

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Thirteen New Customs Officers Complete Training

March 10, 2026

A ceremony was recently held to celebrate the basic training completion ceremony for 13 Trainee Customs Officers: Sole Tucker, Jordan Trott, Teji Simons, Kendrick Richardson, Antonia Raynor-Bailey, Sade Adams, Allan Martin, David Little, Collise Allen, Wanay Bartley, Seth Hayward, Zorie Eve, and Dendrick Durrant. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of National Security, the Hon. Michael …

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Bermuda Police Advisory On Counterfeit $100 Bills

March 10, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service is warning businesses and residents to remain vigilant after multiple reports of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills being used locally, with one suspect already arrested. A police spokesperson said, “Since the end of February 2026, the Bermuda Police Service [BPS] has received multiple reports regarding the use of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills …

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Allshores To Donate $250,000 To Home Charity

March 10, 2026

Allshores Limited announced a $250,000 commitment over three years to support the work of HOME, helping strengthen efforts to prevent and end homelessness in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The multi-year funding will support HOME’s outreach, advocacy, and coordination efforts, connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with shelter, health care, and social services while building long-term resilience against …

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Melissa retired as hurricane name after deadly impact

March 10, 2026

An international body has retired the name “Melissa” from the list of hurricane names in the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact last year.
The World Meteorological Organisation’s Hurricane…

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Budgetary preparations for 2016 census themed ‘fill the gap’

March 10, 2026

Budgeting for the Department of Statistics budget has ramped up almost 40 per cent from the previous fiscal year, the Minister of Economy and Labour revealed yesterday.
Jason Hayward told the House of…

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Rights for adoptive parents get green light in House

March 10, 2026

Legislators have approved giving parental leave to adoptive parents and legal guardians of children below age 2.
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 got near-unanimous agreement in the House of Assembly…

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Inside Sports with Rena Dysiewska

March 10, 2026

This weeks episode of Inside Sports features an in-depth interview with Rena Dysiewska; Director of Sports & Christian Brown; Head of Triathlon at Millfield

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Pigs To Return To Agricultural Exhibition

March 10, 2026

This year’s Agricultural Exhibition “will also mark the long-awaited return of pigs, which have been absent from the show in recent years,” the Government said A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to announce the 85th Bermuda Annual Agricultural Exhibition. “The annual three-day event will take place 23–25 April 2026 at …

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Greenpeace activists storm stage at France’s nuclear summit, confront Macron

March 10, 2026

The protesters, dressed sharply in black suits and ties, held banners bearing the Greenpeace logo and reading “Nuclear Power = Energy Insecurity” and “Nuclear p

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Sophia Greaves Earns WiRe Award

March 10, 2026

Women in Reinsurance [WiRe] hosted its fourth annual International Women’s Day Gala, where Sophia Greaves was presented with the WiRe Woman of the Year Award, A spokesperson said, “Women in Reinsurance [WiRe], the professional organization for women working in Bermuda’s reinsurance sector, hosted its fourth annual International Women’s Day Gala on Friday, March 6, 2026, bringing …

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Economic Development Strategy 2023-2027

March 10, 2026

“The Economic Development Strategy is Bermuda’s roadmap for strengthening and diversifying the economy, creating opportunity for Bermudians, and building a more secure and inclusive future,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly. The Minister’s full statement follows below: Mr. Speaker, I lay before this Honourable House a progress report …

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Five Iranian women’s soccer players granted humanitarian visas in Australia

March 10, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump praised Albanese for allowing the women to stay, saying on social media the U.S. was ready to take the players if Australia did not

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Gov’t leases seven acres of land to farmers

March 10, 2026

Ten farmers receive access to previously underused public land to boost local food production

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UK homebuilder Persimmon defies sector gloom with strong 2026 outlook, shares rise

March 10, 2026

The builder expects underlying operating profit near the upper end of analyst consensus of 486 million to 517 million pounds ($593-$630 million)

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ECB should not rush rate change even if Iran war could alter outlook: policymakers

March 10, 2026

Markets have been pricing rate hikes from the ECB over the past week on the premise that surging energy costs will quickly feed into consumer prices

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G7, EU to hold calls on soaring energy prices

March 10, 2026

Oil prices surged to their highest levels since mid‑2022 on Monday propelled by fears of Gulf output cuts and disrupted tanker traffic

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France to harness nuclear power for AI data centres, says Macron

March 10, 2026

France will be able to open data centres and meet the needs of artificial intelligence thanks to its large energy exports, French President Emmanuel Macron said

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King: Shortages across uniformed services a ‘troubling picture’

March 10, 2026

Shadow minister calls for strategy to address more than 160 vacant posts

Statement from Shadow National Security Minister, Robert King:

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Sterling ticks higher as lower oil prices temper inflation concerns

March 10, 2026

Sterling rose 0.1% to $1.3454 against the dollar

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The pound edged higher against the dollar on Tuesday as hopes of a

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Britain’s FTSE indexes rebound as Trump hints at end to Middle East war

March 10, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 gained 1.6% by 1015 GMT, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 added 1.9%

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London’s FTSE indexes rose on

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Full Caricom membership Green Paper published

March 10, 2026

Cheaper everyday essentials, greater connections for businesses and talent, stronger global partnerships and increased representation in shaping regional policies are among the reasons to pursue full …

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Devonshire area residents ‘feel safe] despite shooting

March 10, 2026

Most residents maintain they feel safe in an historical Devonshire neighbourhood despite a shooting in the area last week.
They highlighted that Prospect was a friendly tight-knit community, where the…

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Bermuda’s future will not be

March 10, 2026

Bermuda’s future will not be determined by the speeches we make in Parliament or the policies we promise in budgets. It will be determined by what happens in our classrooms. And right now, the warning signs are flashing red.

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As the public is aware,

March 10, 2026

As the public is aware, the budget statement was presented on 20th February 2026, with the Opposition giving its reply on 27th February 2026.