Global shares stumble while bond yields climb on inflation worries
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq sold off after climbing to closing records on strength in artificial intelligence-related technology stocks in the previous two s
Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days as Washington talks conclude
The Lebanese and Israeli delegations issued positive statements about the talks, their third meeting since Israel intensified air attacks on Lebanon after Hezbo
UK firms should take steps to limit risks from frontier AI models, UK says
Last month BoE governor Andrew Bailey said he saw major cybersecurity risks from Anthropic’s Mythos product
FILE PHOTO: A message reading “AI artificial
Butterfield shares fall 0.5% in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index was unchanged on 3,450.87 after a day of no trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today.
For the week, the index was down 7.74 points, or 0.21 per cent. Allshores, which fe…
For the week, the index was down 7.74 points, or 0.21 per cent. Allshores, which fe…
Bermuda to face World Cup-bound Cape Verde in friendly
The senior national team will face 2026 World Cup qualifiers Cape Verde in Connecticut next month, Bermuda Football Association has announced.
The international friendly will be held at Pratt & Wh…
The international friendly will be held at Pratt & Wh…
Belco gives update on East End blackout amid high winds
High winds that buffeted St David’s were cited by Belco as a factor in the power outage yesterday that left hundreds in the dark at the East End.
Close to 900 homes in St George’s were affected as sto…
Close to 900 homes in St George’s were affected as sto…
Politicians, activists discuss LGBTQ+ discrimination
A transgender teenager highlighted the struggles and prejudice that he and other members of Bermuda’s LGBTQ+ community face on a regular basis.
Levi Masters, 14, told a crowd gathered at Hamilton Cit…
Levi Masters, 14, told a crowd gathered at Hamilton Cit…
‘For the culture’: Bermuda Day grand marshals unveiled
A Hamilton retailer and dancehall artist hailed for her “standout presence” in the island’s culture was among those to be honoured on Bermuda Day.
Demeka “Tiny T” Tacklyn was appointed grand marshal f…
Demeka “Tiny T” Tacklyn was appointed grand marshal f…
Gathering at City Hall advocates inclusion, challenges discrimination
People gathered today at City Hall as OUTBermuda marked the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia with speeche
Government begins push to modernise Constitution
Premier David Burt says a proposed five-phase reform process will update Bermuda’s constitutional framework after decades without major change
Work to mo
Medical cannabis framework still in development
Government says any future system would focus on regulated access, patient safety and strict oversight
Work to develop a regulated medical cannabis frame
BELCO responds to recent outages
A reported waterspout caused damage to both private properties and BELCO’s overhead network
Wayne Caines, President, BELCO issued the following statement
Racquets ready: Deloitte Open returns to headline summer season
The highly anticipated Deloitte Open Tennis and Pickleball Tournament is set to return to the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club, marking its place as a
Roots of the game: Bermuda delegation charts future at Concacaf summit
Bermuda’s football leadership has returned from Sint Maarten following the inaugural Concacaf Grassroots Football Conference, a landmark event signalling a ne
Salvation Army celebrates 130 years of service during tag day
The Salvation Army’s annual Red Shield Tag Day has celebrated 130 years of service in Bermuda.
Members presented their first red shield of the season to Andrew Murdoch, the Governor, while visiting hi…
Members presented their first red shield of the season to Andrew Murdoch, the Governor, while visiting hi…
‘Safe and lawful’ way forward sought for medical cannabis
Responsible access to medical cannabis will be balanced with clinical judgment, oversight and safeguards against misuse under a framework being developed by the Government, the House of Assembly heard…
UK Labour Party says it will let Burnham run for parliamentary seat
Burnham had sought the permission of Labour’s National Executive Committee to stand in the by-election
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham speaks on a
Destination Bernard Park: The 2026 road racing season is upon us
With only seven days remaining until the legendary trek from Somerset to Bernard Park, the island’s running community is reaching peak anticipation. The Bermu
Former Mexican governor’s ally in US custody on charges of cartel ties
The public defender who represented Merida in the Tucson proceeding did not immediately respond to a request for comment
FILE PHOTO: The U.S. flag, a judge
OutBermuda: International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Southampton lighthouse repairs to include enhanced safety
Repairs and maintenance at Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, a Southampton landmark and tourist attraction, will include better security at its upper deck, the House of Assembly was told.
Jaché Adams, the Minist…
Jaché Adams, the Minist…
BP to cut pipeline gas trading team as LNG focus grows, sources say
BP will lay off around 20 people on its pipeline gas unit and will fold the remaining employees into the company’s fast-growing LNG book, the sources said
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UK stocks drop as Burnham challenge and rising oil frazzle nerves
Burnham said on Thursday he would seek to contest a parliamentary seat becoming vacant after a colleague decided to stand down
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Swiss record-breaker: Lewis smashes Pan American mark
Bermudian Paralympian Jessica Lewis has enjoyed a landmark day at the Daniela Jutzeler Memorial in Switzerland, shattering her own record and setting two new pe
The Salvation Army launches Red Shield tag day
This year also marks 130 years of The Salvation Army serving Bermuda and providing support to those in need across the island
Full news release from The
Island starts ‘reasonable and overdue’ constitutional reform
Britain has given its say for the island to go ahead with changes to its Bermuda Constitution Order 1968, provided that the process is “cross-party, inclusive, transparent, proportionate and consultat…
Watch: Residents take to digital finance
Bermudians took to digital finance last night after an airdrop to their new digital wallets — money that they were able to use with local vendors invited to Pier 6 for the special occasion of a Digita…
Forum attendees criticise plan for full Caricom membership
Attendees at a West End town hall meeting last night raised concerns about Bermuda applying for full membership of the Caribbean Community.
Several said the additional $2 million on deeper involvement…
Several said the additional $2 million on deeper involvement…
RenaissanceRe Announces Executive Changes
RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced the planned retirements of Chief Financial Officer Robert “Bob” Qutub and Chief Portfolio Officer Ross Curtis at the end of 2026, with Matthew Neuber set to succeed Mr. Qutub as CFO effective January 1, 2027. A spokesperson said, “RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced that Robert “Bob” Qutub, Chief Financial Officer, and Ross …
Clyde Best Film Set For Portland Run
Following sold out shows at global premieres in London and Bermuda this spring, Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story is scheduled to premiere at Portland’s Aladdin Theater on June 4-5 for a two-night run in Soccer City USA supported by Portland Timbers [MLS]. The powerful sports and social history documentary celebrates the extraordinary …
Kim Burns Memorial Pickleball Tournament
The Pickleball Association of Bermuda will host the third annual Kim Burns Memorial Pickleball Tournament, taking place from Saturday, May 16th through Thursday, May 21st at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. A spokesperson said, “Held each May in celebration of the life and legacy of Kim Burns, the tournament honors one of Bermuda’s most passionate …
Bermuda Team Set For Miami Open Karate
A team of eight athletes will represent Bermuda at the Miami Open Karate International at Florida Memorial University tomorrow [May 16] and Sunday. The tournament is expected to feature about 600 competitors from several countries. The Bermuda Youth National Karate Team will be led by Sensei Nigel Williams, Sensei Arnold E Allen and Sensei Talia …
Electoral reform working group set for appointment, says Minister
Government says absentee voting, campaign finance rules and polling station consistency will be among key issues reviewed ahead of proposed September legislatio
UK shares slide as Burnham leadership threat and oil prices unsettle investors
Burnham said on Thursday he would seek to contest a parliamentary seat becoming vacant after a colleague’s decision to stand down, potentially paving the way to
Police continue call for public to come forward on 2021 murder
Police have reminded the community that their investigation into the April 2021 murder of Jordan Outerbridge continues — with detectives “confident that there are individuals who have knowledge of the…
BFA Attend Concacaf Grassroots Conference
Bermuda Football Association executives Mark Wade, Maurice Lowe and David Sabir attended the inaugural Concacaf Grassroots Football Conference in Sint Maarten. The event marked the launch of the Concacaf Grassroots Charter, described by the Bermuda Football Association as “a strategic framework designed to support the growth, structure, and sustainability of grassroots football across the region”. …
A 19-year-old Pembroke man appeared
A 19-year-old Pembroke man appeared before Magistrates’ Court earlier this week facing two counts of robbery.
UK 30-year gilt yield hits highest since 1998 on political and inflation fears
Britain no longer issues much debt at 20- and 30-year maturities but the bonds’ yields are sometimes seen as a barometer of investor concerns about long-term bo
Ministers adopt new interpretation of migrants’ rights in European legal system
The declaration comes amid complaints from member states in recent years that the European Court of Human Rights has prevented governments from forcibly removin
UK’s Starmer faces survival battle as potential rivals circle
Disastrous results for the governing Labour Party in local elections last week have plunged Britain into a new crisis, just under two years after Starmer won a
At Cannes, Japanese director Fukada says AI undermines the creative process
He said his new drama “Nagi Notes,” set in rural Japan, which he is premiering at the festival, reflects on the human process of creating a sculpture
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Britain’s foreign minister plans to visit China in early June, sources say
The June 2-3 trip will take Cooper to Beijing for talks with her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi and then to the southern tech hub of Shenzhen for meetings with bus
Oil prices up 3% after Trump says he is losing patience with Iran
Brent crude futures gained $3.47, or 3.3%, to $109.19 a barrel by 0925 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures were up $3.72, or 3.7%, at $104.89
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Britain’s pound, stocks and bonds fall on political uncertainty, global inflation angst
Sterling fell to a five-week low and is down almost 2% against the dollar this week, set for its biggest weekly drop since November 2024
Pound banknotes are
Motorcyclist injured in Palmetto Road crash
The rider was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital with head injuries while police closed Palmetto Road for about two hours to process the scene
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Bragging rights on line in Bermuda’s biggest rugby match
Bermuda head into tonight’s rugby international with the Cayman Islands carrying genuine belief that they can upset their fiercest regional rivals.
The gap between the two British Overseas Territorie…
The gap between the two British Overseas Territorie…
Erica Hawley faces jet lag and world’s best in Japan
Triathlete Erica Hawley is testing herself against the best in the world in Japan just days before the qualification process opens for the 2028 Olympics.
From Monday the planet’s top triathletes will …
From Monday the planet’s top triathletes will …
RG Fantasy League: pack your team with Arsenal players
With the Premier League season entering its final stretch, this is a week that could define both the title race and several Fantasy squads.
Arsenal can go one step closer as they host relegated Burnl…
Arsenal can go one step closer as they host relegated Burnl…
Brookfield deepens Bermuda footprint as insurance platform nears $200bn
Brookfield is moving to combine its parent company with its wealth solutions business as the global investment giant deepens its Bermuda footprint and pushes ahead with plans to build what it describe…
Watch: Bermuda seen playing key role in future of digital finance
On an institutional level, blockchain and digital finance is driving a complete disruption of financial infrastructure around the world, the Bermuda Digital Finance Forum was told.
John Darsie, the ch…
John Darsie, the ch…