At least 18 foreign nationals among 21 killed in Delhi hotel fire
The dead included people from Bangladesh, Nigeria, Mozambique and Liberia, the broadcaster said
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Single-use plastics bill ‘hugely impactful’
BUEI chief welcomes Bermuda’s single-use plastics legislation, calling it a major step toward protecting the island’s environment
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EU Parliament to switch to French search engine from Google in tech sovereignty push
The European Commission will later on Wednesday announce measures on chips, cloud computing services and AI as part of its “Buy and Use European” drive
ECB to ask banks for targeted measures to counter AI risk
Rapidly advances in AI technology have increased the risk that cyberattacks can rapidly discover and exploit vulnerabilities in bank defences and combine seemin
Oil extends gains as Middle East hostilities flare
Brent futures gained $2.49, or 2.6%, to $98.49 a barrel at 1049 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude climbed $2.51, or 2.7%, to $96.27
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UK services firms post first drop in activity since April 2025 as Iran war price pressure persists
The S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index for Britain’s services sector fell to 49.3 from April’s 52.7, representing the first fall in output since April
UK equities slip as Middle East impasse drives oil higher
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.2% to 10,350.5 points by 1013 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.1%
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Sterling struggles for direction as Iran talks at impasse
Talks to end the war remain at a stalemate, while hostilities flared again on Wednesday as an Iranian missile attack damaged Kuwait’s airport and the U.S. milit
Darrell showcases Bermuda tourism at regional forum
Tourism minister joins regional leaders in New York Caribbean Week 2026 to discuss industry growth and collaboration
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Emergency room waits improve at KEMH
Hospital says boarding times have dropped by about 60 per cent since earlier this year
The Ministry of Health and the Bermuda Hospitals Board are providi
Bermuda faces a special challenge:
Bermuda faces a special challenge: King Edward VII Memorial Hospital is the country’s only emergency department, and there are no other local facilities where patients can be sent instead. For admitted patients, time in the Emergency Department has two parts: the time it takes to reach a decision to admit, and the time spent boarding until an inpatient bed becomes available.
Drink-driver carrying child banned from roads
Two drink-drivers who crashed their motorbikes while carrying pillion passengers — one a child — have been banned from the roads.
Nicole Maderal, 33, and 27-year-old Ciaran Tumulty admitted drink-dri…
Nicole Maderal, 33, and 27-year-old Ciaran Tumulty admitted drink-dri…
Two men appeared before the
Two men appeared before the Supreme Court during yesterday’s monthly arraignment session to answer a series of grievous bodily harm and assault charges involving a corrections officer.
Attorney-General Holds Meetings In Trinidad
Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Kim Wilkerson held a series of official justice-sector meetings during her visit to Trinidad and Tobago last week. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Wilkerson was in Port of Spain to attend the 62nd Plenary and Working Group Meetings of the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force, held from 25 to 29 …
The Ministry of Justice advised
The Ministry of Justice advised today that the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Sen. the Hon. Kim Wilkerson, JP, held a series of official justice-sector meetings during her visit to Trinidad and Tobago last week.
KEMH bed capacity plan brings ‘measurable improvements’
Hospital patients admitted from the island’s only emergency department waited a median of 20 hours to be transferred to a ward in May — a meaningful improvement on previous months, the Ministry of Hea…
BHB On Wait Times, Overcrowding, Beds, More
Officials said that efforts to improve patient flow at KEMH have reduced Emergency Department boarding times by about 60%, and also said that to ”support long-term system sustainability, BHB will be adding thirty long-term care beds at MWI.” Update On Ongoing Work To Improve Patient Flow A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health and the …
Allshores/Phoenix Pharmacy coverage deal takes effect
A postponed prescription coverage deal between Allshores and Phoenix came into effect yesterday, with the insurer lauding that some high-cost drugs will now hav
Microsoft teases new era of AI-driven devices at software developer conference
At Microsoft’s annual software developer conference in San Francisco, Microsoft executives revealed Project Solara, a family of prototypes that includes device
Foundation collaborates with artist award on workshop
Music and art will collide in a workshop and community celebration organised by the Kaleidoscope Arts Foundation and the Harvey Cooper Award.
They are partnering to host the hands-on programme on Jun…
They are partnering to host the hands-on programme on Jun…
Attorney-General meets legal officials in Trinidad & Tobago
The Attorney-General met with a series of top legal officials during a visit to Trinidad and Tobago last week.
Kim Wilkerson, who is also the Minister of Justice, was in Port of Spain to attend the 62…
Kim Wilkerson, who is also the Minister of Justice, was in Port of Spain to attend the 62…
Darrell promotes Bermuda in New York
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport highlighted Bermuda’s tourism sector at Caribbean Week 2026 in New York.
The annual event, organised by the Caribbean Tourism Organi…
The annual event, organised by the Caribbean Tourism Organi…
Shadow public works minister criticises roadwork timing
A One Bermuda Alliance MP has criticised Government for ignoring improvements suggested by residents as works on a Southampton road get underway.
Linda Smith, the Shadow Minister of Public Works and…
Linda Smith, the Shadow Minister of Public Works and…
Premier Attends Overseas Territories Day Events
Premier David Burt is in London this week for official engagements including Overseas Territories Day events, meetings with UK officials, and participation in a UK–Bermuda financial services forum. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, David Burt has travelled to London this week for a series of official engagements. On Monday, 1 June, the Premier joined counterparts …
Protests over US Ebola site in Kenya kill two, court keeps suspension
The proposed 50-bed unit on an air force base in central Kenya for Americans exposed to the virus in Democratic Republic of Congo or Uganda has angered many Ken
Dollar in tight range as traders eye Middle East peace talks
An agreement between the U.S. and Iran to open the crucial strait would ease pressure on currencies of oil-importing countries such as Japan and euro zone natio
UK police under pressure after dying student was handcuffed
Henry Nowak died after the knife attack in the southern England city of Southampton last December
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Minister Darrell Attends 2026 Caribbean Week
The Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell is attending the Caribbean Tourism Organization [CTO] Caribbean Week 2026 in New York City, which is being held from 31 May to 4 June. A Government spokesperson said, “The annual event brings together tourism leaders, policymakers, industry stakeholders and international partners from across the …
One Communications Restores Service
One Communications said they can “confirm that broadband services have now been restored following the network outage that affected some customers across Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Our teams continue to monitor and optimise performance as the network returns to full stability. “We apologise for the disruption caused and acknowledge the frustration experienced by affected customers. …
Burt speaks in London for Overseas Territories Day
David Burt marked Overseas Territories Day in the UK on Monday when he met with officials from Britain and elsewhere.
A government spokeswoman said that as the president of the UK Overseas Territories…
A government spokeswoman said that as the president of the UK Overseas Territories…
Scholarship launched for community contributors
A local charity is offering two Bermudian students $5,000 each to support their educational journeys.
The offer reflects Bermuda Is Love’s belief that higher education is a human right and aims to su…
The offer reflects Bermuda Is Love’s belief that higher education is a human right and aims to su…
Legislative help for residents with disability and hearing loss
The Government will expand legislation and support for residents with disabilities and hearing loss, MPs heard on Friday.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, said a n…
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, said a n…
Christian Ebbin recognized in national collegiate awards
Bermudian sailing prospect Christian Ebbin has capped off an outstanding sophomore season on the American collegiate circuit after being named to the prestigiou
European shares rise as STMicroelectronics lifts tech; inflation backs ECB hike bets
The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.7% to 625.34 points, while the technology sub-index gained 3.4%, making it the best-performing sector
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Sweden weighs social media age limit of 15
Several European nations are seeking to rein in children’s use of social media after Australia took the lead with a world-first ban on under-16s in December las
Paramount seeks EU approval to buy Warner Bros; decision due July 7
The proposed $110 billion takeover would unite two of the entertainment industry’s most enduring franchises, though critics including some Hollywood stars have
Bank of England’s Bailey says public must be given confidence in 2% inflation target
Bailey, speaking at his annual appearance before the House of Lords’ Economic Affairs Committee, also said the answer to target misses was not to raise the infl
Premier in London for Overseas Territories Day Celebrations and Stakeholder Forum
The Premier, the Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP, has travelled to London this week for a series of official engagements.
On Monday, 1 June, the Premier joined co
Emma Harvey smashes national record in Barcelona
Olympian Emma Harvey has lowered her own national benchmark against a world-class field at the prestigious Mare Nostrum Swim Series in Barcelona.
Harvey prod
Bermuda hosts Caribbean border security conference
Bermuda played host to a regional border security conference for the first time in two decades with officers invited from across the Caribbean.
The 48th Annual Conference of the Caribbean Customs Law …
The 48th Annual Conference of the Caribbean Customs Law …
Rider dies after Smith’s collision
A man died after the bike he was riding collided with a rental car in Smith’s yesterday, police confirmed this afternoon.
The Bermuda Police Service said that the 23-year-old was riding west along So…
The Bermuda Police Service said that the 23-year-old was riding west along So…
Immigration department to accept direct messages
Queries for the Department of Immigration can be e-mailed directly to the team in efforts to improve customer service, the Government announced.
From June 1, anyone who e-mails the department with que…
From June 1, anyone who e-mails the department with que…
Madeiros and Terceira charge into semis at Pomander Gate
The high-intensity drama at the Pomander Gate Tennis Club scaled new heights as the Deloitte Open moved into a crucial third day under blistering conditions in
Police Confirm: Male Dies Following Collision
One person has died following a collision in Smith’s, the police confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026, Police, Emergency Medical Services as well as Bermuda Fire and Rescue Services, were dispatched to a serious road traffic collision involving a rental micro-car and a motorcycle near the junction …
‘Shared services can cut costs for start-ups’
Speaking on the recently-release Entrepreneurship Blueprint, Labour Minister Jason Hayward hopes to see expanded incubator services akin to those he has seen ov
One restores service after internet outage
Internet services have been restored to One Communications customers after a network outage that affected residents across Bermuda.
A spokeswoman for the company said teams will continue to monitor an…
A spokeswoman for the company said teams will continue to monitor an…
Police confirm death of biker after crash in Smith’s
Shortly before 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026, Police, Emergency Medical Services as well as Bermuda Fire and Rescue Services, were dispatched to a serious r
Simons appointed Bermuda Referees’ Association president
Bermuda’s football officiating has entered a new era following the unopposed election of pioneering FIFA referee Tashon Simons as President of the Bermuda Ref
MP: ‘Roadworks in Southampton took residents by surprise’
Opposition MP also suggests the work being done does not match residents’ priorities
Statement by Linda Smith, OBA MP for Constituency #31, Southampto
Insurance executive Thomas McMahon honoured for lifetime achievements
The Bermuda Captive Conference is proud to announce Thomas McMahon as the recipient of the 2026 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising his outstandi