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Police continue to investigate a firearms incident in which a man was shot outside a Devonshire home.
Detective Sergeant Odessa Philip, who is leading the investigation, commended those who had come f…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

‘Man on the street’ full of praise for Sir John Swan

June 5, 2026

An icon. Trailblazer. Legend. Nothing but praise on the streets of Hamilton today when Kendal Trott asked: ‘How will Sir John Swan be remembered?

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Bernews / Sport

Tyler Smith Set For African Triathlon Cup

June 5, 2026

Tyler Smith returns to action for his first race since winning his maiden Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby title. Smith will compete in the elite men’s race at the African Triathlon Cup Yasmine Hammamet in Tunisia tomorrow [June 6]. Smith, who competed in triathlon at the Olympic Games in Paris in 2024, stormed to victory in the …

News / Royal Gazette

Arrests made after police execute warrant in St George’s

June 5, 2026

Police have confirmed that several people were arrested and contraband seized after officers executed a warrant in St George’s yesterday.
A police spokesman said: “The Bermuda Police Service can confi…

Bernews / Sport

Adam Hall’s Goldeyes Defeat Canaries

June 5, 2026

Bernmudian Adam Hall’s Winnipeg Goldeyes earned a split of their series with the Sioux Falls Canaries by cruising to a 14-3 victory at Blue Cross Park yesterday [June 4]. Winnipeg overturned a 2-1 deficit with four runs in the fourth inning and broke the game open with four more in the sixth before T.J. Schofield-Sam …

News / Royal Gazette

Sailing programme for autistic pupils gets its largest cohort

June 5, 2026

A sailing charity’s learning programme catering to young people on the autism spectrum most recently celebrated the largest cohort of its nine-year history.
Endeavour’s No Limits Sailing Programme wel…

News / Royal Gazette

Island marks Earth Day, World Oceans Day

June 5, 2026

Jaché Adams, the Minister of Public Works and the Environment, called on the community to observe Earth Day today along with the upcoming World Oceans Day on Monday.
Mr Adams said: “Earth Day reminds …

Bernews / Sport

Enrique Mendes Commits To Chicago State

June 5, 2026

Bermudian footballer Enrique Mendes has committed to play for Division 1 Chicago State Univeristy. The forward, who has played locally for Somerset Trojans, wrote on social media: “I am proud to announce my commitment to play D1 soccer at Chicago University. “First and foremost, I would like to thank God for blessing me with this …

Royal Gazette / Sport

Ton-up Leverock blasts Sandys Spartans into Bermuda Smash Invitational final

June 5, 2026

A new Bermuda Smash Invitational champion will be crowned this year after Sandys Spartans handed two-times defending champions Hamilton Parish Hurricanes a 54-run defeat in the first semi-final at Nor…

Government / Official Gazette

List of Planning Applications Advertised on June 5, 2026

June 5, 2026

The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal. or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, Seven Arches Building, 3rd Floor, 44 Church Street West, City of Hamilton HM12.

News / Royal Gazette

Town halls this month for cost-effective housing proposals

June 5, 2026

Two public town hall meetings have been scheduled for this month on “a number of proposed affordable housing development projects”, the Ministry of Housing and Municipalities announced.
Presentations …

Business / Royal Gazette

Vantage $2.1b acquisition by Howard Hughes Holdings closes

June 5, 2026

Vantage Group Holdings has completed its acquisition by Howard Hughes Holdings in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $2.1 billion.

The deal, which was first announced in December, rec…

News / Royal Gazette

Bus crashes into wall at Mid Ocean Club

June 5, 2026

A driver escaped injury yesterday when a public bus crashed into a wall at the Mid Ocean Club in St George’s.
The incident happened at about 2.30pm when the vehicle was being operated as part of a dri…

News / TNN

“We haven’t had an athlete

June 5, 2026

“We haven’t had an athlete like me in years,” he said. “Investing in me at such an early stage in my career would be a great opportunity because there’s definitely a lot of growth ahead. I believe I can help transform the sport in Bermuda and inspire the next generation of young athletes.”

News / Royal Gazette

Researchers to test submersible in island’s waters

June 5, 2026

Explorers will test the capabilities of a new technologically advanced underwater vehicle in the island’s waters this month.
The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences said the vessel, DeepVenture, is be…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

NASA reverses evacuation alert order for astronauts aboard space station

June 5, 2026

NASA reversed that order roughly two hours later and told the astronauts they could return to the station as the agency and its Russian counterparts examined th

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bitcoin’s star fades, as investors flock to lustre of AI and megacap IPOs

June 5, 2026

Its price has tumbled around 15% this week, the most since November 2022, when trading platform FTX imploded

International News via Reuters:

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

EU weighs rules to cut reliance on China through broader supply chains

June 5, 2026

The proposal would be part of a broader review of EU trade defences due by the third quarter, including steps to speed up anti-dumping and anti-subsidy cases a

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

WHO launches $518 million plan to curb Africa Ebola outbreak

June 5, 2026

The strategy aims to help the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighbouring Uganda contain their outbreaks, while assisting other countries to prepare for possi

Business / Royal Gazette

Watch: PGA Tour exposure at captive conference

June 5, 2026

Butterfield Bank’s participation at the Bermuda Captive Conference included a portion of their exhibit dedicated to promoting Bermuda’s PGA Tour event, held every autumn at the Port Royal Golf Course …

Bernews / News

‘Threatening Telephone Call’ Made To Westgate

June 5, 2026

Westgate Correctional Facility received a “threatening telephone call” yesterday [June 4] relating to the “safety of staff at the facility.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Justice can confirm that a threatening telephone call was received earlier in the day on Thursday, 4 June at the Westgate Correctional Facility. “The threat relates to the …

News / Royal Gazette

Ministry of Justice confirms threat on Westgate prison

June 5, 2026

Police have been notified in the wake of a “threatening telephone call” relating to Westgate staff came in yesterday at the correctional facility.
The Ministry of Justice said the incident was being t…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Public meetings to be held on affordable housing

June 5, 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities will host two public town hall meetings in June to discuss a number of proposed affordable housing development projec

Bernews / Sport

Arnold And Mello-Hill Compete In Kansas Event

June 5, 2026

Bermuda cyclists Gabriella Arnold and Philippa Mello-Hill both completed events at the 2026 Life Time UNBOUND Gravel in Emporia, Kansas, taking on one of the most demanding cycling events in the sport. Arnold competed in the prestigious Elite Women’s 200-mile race, finishing the full course in 12:36:10. She covered the listed distance of 206.9 miles, …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Threatening call made to Westgate

June 5, 2026

The Ministry of Justice can confirm that a threatening telephone call was received earlier in the day on Thursday, 4 June at the Westgate Correctional Facility.

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

FDM’s Marc Bean recalls Sir John’s words of wisdom

June 5, 2026

Statement from the Hon. Marc Bean JP on the Passing of Sir John Swan

Today, I join Bermudians in mourning the passing of Sir John Swan.

Upon assuming the

News / Royal Gazette

Tributes pour in for Sir John Swan

June 5, 2026

Tributes flowed in this morning for Sir John Swan, Bermuda’s longest-serving premier, who was hailed for his “enormous” contribution to the island.
Governor Andrew Murdoch joined the team at Governmen…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermudian Broadway star garners support from Culture Minister

June 5, 2026

Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher stars alongside internationally renowned performer Lea Michele in the production of Chess in New York City

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Bernews / Business

Vantage Acquired By Howard Hughes Holdings

June 5, 2026

“Vantage Group Holdings Ltd. announced that it has been “successfully acquired” by Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. [HHH]. A spokesperson said, “The all-cash transaction, valued at approximately $2.1 billion, closed following receipt of all required regulatory approvals. With the closing complete, Vantage anchors Howard Hughes’ transformation into a diversified holding company. “Founded in 2020, Vantage has …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

PLP praises Sir John’s commitment to public service

June 5, 2026

The Bermuda Progressive Labour Party joins all of Bermuda in expressing our condolences on the passing of Sir John Swan, KBE, JP, former Premier of Bermuda and

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

EU must be ready and able to expand, Merz says at summit with Balkan leaders

June 5, 2026

Enlargement has risen up the EU agenda due to Russia’s war against Ukraine

International News via Reuters:

The European Union must show it is wil

News / TNN

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June 5, 2026

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Bernews / Sport

Butterfield Extends Stay At Halesowen Town

June 5, 2026

Bermudian footballer Milan Butterfield will return to Halesowen Town for the 2026/27 season, the UK based club has announced. A statement from the club said, “We are delighted to announce Milan Butterfield has committed to the Yeltz for the 2026/27 campaign. “Milan made 49 appearances last season featuring in midfield and defence. He scored six goals …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Hungary to stop issuing worker visas to people from three countries starting Friday

June 5, 2026

Prime Minister Peter Magyar’s Tisza party, which ended right-wing leader Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule in an April 12 election landslide, has said it would stop i

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Drone crashes and severed fingers at a $13 billion Silicon Valley military startup

June 5, 2026

A Romanian Navy official’s hand was caught in a V-BAT propeller on May 12 during a Shield AI training exercise on a boat off the Texas coast – severing two of

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Hungary to unveil anti-corruption reforms needed to release EU funding next week

June 5, 2026

Prime Minister Peter Magyar, who ousted veteran nationalist leader Viktor Orban in an April election, secured the release of 16.4 billion euros ($19.1 billion)

Royal Gazette / Sport

Bermuda overpower Belize in entertaining women’s friendly

June 5, 2026

Bermuda cruised to an impressive 4-0 win over Belize in an entertaining women’s international friendly at Flora Duffy Stadium last night.
Keunna Dill led the charge with two goals for the Lady Gombey …

Royal Gazette / Sport

Fireworks expected as Bermuda Smash reaches knockout stage

June 5, 2026

Hamilton Parish Hurricanes coach Clay Smith is eyeing a spot in the final when his side take on Sandys Spartans in the Bermuda Smash Invitational semi-finals at North Field, National Sports Centre, on…

Royal Gazette / Sport

‘String’ Bean catching eye on and off pitch at Bermuda Smash

June 5, 2026

A coach can instil many skills and tricks in aspiring athletes but he cannot make them taller.
While coaches can drill footwork, sharpen timing, build fitness and scheme tactics, not even the most cre…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Equestrian community mourns loss of Claire Howard

June 5, 2026

The equestrian community in Bermuda is mourning the loss of Claire Howard, who died suddenly last month just a few days before her 40th birthday.
Howard competed regularly for Bermuda as a teenage sh…

Business / Royal Gazette

Insurance industry yet to catch up with AI risk

June 5, 2026

As artificial intelligence grows in usage, so does the risk, an audience at the Bermuda Captive Conference heard.
An informal poll at the event at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club found that alt…

Business / Royal Gazette

Tannock explains island’s dominance in maritime liability reinsurance

June 5, 2026

Tawana Tannock told delegates at the Bermuda Captive Conference the story of how Bermuda has emerged as a leader in the maritime liability reinsurance business.
The managing director of the Skuld Berm…

Business / Royal Gazette

US-China relations loom over economic future

June 5, 2026

The United States-China relationship is a dominant factor that will impact everyone for a generation, a banking executive told the Bermuda Captive Conference.
Andrew McDougall, Barclays’ group managin…

Business / Royal Gazette

Watch: Paradise plans to provide community event space

June 5, 2026

A Paradise Mobile initiative will foster small business development that will bring new ideas to market.
It is part of a rethink of upstairs offices that the company now sees as event space at its 24 …

News / Royal Gazette

Sir John Swan (1935-2026): A man of the people

June 5, 2026

Sir John Swan, Bermuda’s longest-serving premier and millionaire businessman, has died, aged 90.
The arc of Bermuda politics during the 1980s and first half of the 1990s is a story of his career’s asc…

News / Royal Gazette

Sir John Swan’s big gamble on independence

June 5, 2026

After 13 years as leader, Sir John Swan threw the dice and gambled his premiership in a bid to salvage a win for his wish to see an independent Bermuda.
And on the morning of the vote, August 15, 1995…

News / Royal Gazette

‘Unlivable’: manure deluge from problem farm hits neighbour

June 5, 2026

A “deluge” of manure from a cattle farm on to a neighbouring property has highlighted the ongoing difficulty of containing waste from Green Land Farm in Smith’s, despite efforts to hold back run-off.
…

News / Royal Gazette

A rare political misstep: ‘Young Blacks are a problem’

June 5, 2026

For more than 35 years, a comment during a noise pollution debate in the House of Assembly has been used as a shorthand for Bermuda’s social problems and as a cudgel against the man who made it, Sir J…

News / Royal Gazette

Man pleads guilty to sexual offence involving child

June 5, 2026

A man who admitted sexually assaulting a child will be sentenced in Magistrates’ Court in August.
Tyrone Butterfield, 22, pleaded guilty to committing the offence in March 2025 in Pembroke.
On Tuesday…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

US domestic treatment centers ready for Ebola even as Kenya plans persist

June 5, 2026

The current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in 344 confirmed cases of the disease and 60 deaths, according to the World Health O