Stocks rise after weak US jobs data but bonds resume selling
Yields, however, rose again, as the bond market resumed an ongoing selloff that has seen global yields rise to levels not seen in two decades Traders work on the floor…
Bermuda grapplers in New Jersey for major North American event
Ten fighters from Open Mat Bermuda are in Secaucus, New Jersey, for the Pan International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation No-Gi Championship, taking place from today through Sunday.
Ryan Hopkins, Jahma…
Ryan Hopkins, Jahma…
BCB celebrates men’s North American Cricket Cup victory
The Bermuda Cricket Board and all member clubs have extended “their warmest congratulations to the Bermuda Senior Men’s National Cricket Team on their triumphant victory at the 2026 North American Cri…
Residents and business bosses could be in line for improvement
A professional services firm is to assess cutting the cost of living and business in Bermuda towards a proposed Competition Act.
MPs heard that Deloitte had been appointed to crunch the numbers and re…
MPs heard that Deloitte had been appointed to crunch the numbers and re…
Watson Records Assist For West Virginia State
Bermudian footballer Danni Watson recorded an assist as West Virginia State University lost 2–1 away to Point Park University in Mountain East Conference action on Wednesday [September 30]. Watson, who started and played 67 minutes, set up Maria Alejandra Hernandez Diaz for the opening goal in the 34th minute at F.N.B. Stadium in Pittsburgh. The …
NSC North Field & Track To Close Temporarily
The National Sports Centre’s North Field and 600m walking track will be temporarily closed to accommodate upgrades. A spokesperson said, “The North Field and 600m walking track at the National Sports Centre will be closed from Monday 5 October 2026 to Tuesday 27 October 2026, as the north field flood lighting system is being replaced. …
G7 countries agree on release of diesel and oil stocks after US pressure
The US led a pressure campaign on the European Union to draw down emergency diesel inventories, with the Trump administration warning that failure to act could lead to a US…
Dutch eyewear chain Hans Anders halts sale of Meta glasses, citing privacy concerns
A growing Dutch outcry over the glasses mirrors a broader backlash against smart glasses equipped with cameras FILE PHOTO: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg wears the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses, as…
No apology but King Charles will not shy away from slavery issue during Caribbean tour, Buckingham Palace says
The trip comes amid growing clamour from Caribbean and African nations for Britain and other colonial powers to pay reparations for their involvement in slavery, with the issue likely to…
Minister On Balcony Solar Pilot Programme
The Government’s Balcony Solar Pilot Programme will test compact units that supply electricity for use within the participating home, Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said, adding that the concept is to make “renewable energy accessible to more Bermudians, including renters, seniors and residents in apartment-style housing.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Oct …
New Customs Traveller Declaration Takes Effect
The Customs Department advised the public that the new Customs Traveller Declaration [Customs Form 98 [3/26] is now in effect, as of October 1st, 2026. A Government spokesperson said, “The revised Form 98 updates Bermuda’s customs declaration process for persons arriving in and departing from Bermuda and introduces enhanced requirements for the declaration of certain …
Luscar Place milestone celebrated
Developers took another step in the reshaping of the West Hamilton skyline today, as a key construction milestone was achieved in the building of Luscar Place, the mammoth seven-storey development tha…
AM Best affirms Enact Re’s A- rating
AM Best has affirmed the A- financial strength rating of Enact Re Ltd, citing the Bermuda reinsurer’s very strong balance sheet and close relationship with its parent company in the United States.
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Court hears PLP defence arguments in membership row
The matter is due to return to the Supreme Court on Monday afternoon Questions lingered in the Supreme Court around the determination of who are fee paying members of the…
Payment for PLP sign-ups questioned in court
The legitimacy of a surge in sign-ups for the Progressive Labour Party during its present leadership campaign has been questioned in the Supreme Court.
Mark Pettingill gave his submissions for the def…
Mark Pettingill gave his submissions for the def…
OBA: Minister hints at potential for Caricom referendum
The Opposition has called for clarity on whether the Government would put the question of Bermuda’s move from associate full membership in the Caribbean Community to the public.
David Burt, the Premie…
David Burt, the Premie…
OBA’s Robinson On Caricom, Referendum, More
“Once again, I implore the Minister to consider having a referendum,” OBA MP Dwayne Robinson in reference to the possibility of Bermuda joining CARICOM as a full member. Mr Robinson, who is the Shadow Minister of Home Affairs, said, “I invite the Government to clarify its current position on a referendum for full membership of …
Minister Hayward On Election, PLP, Unity & More
“Do not allow this leadership contest to turn the PLP against ourselves,” Minister Jason Hayward said, adding that “our shared purpose is bigger than this election.” Minister Hayward said, “Good day PLP members, I’ve seen the media headlines describing Curtis and me as ‘rivals.’ I want to say make it abundantly clear that we are …
Talcott closes $6.3bn Lincoln Financial deal
Talcott Financial Group has completed a $6.3 billion reinsurance transaction with Lincoln Financial, extending the transfer of legacy American life-insurance risk to the international group, which has…
Report reveals data from fish catches to fire calls
Figures released by the Government have revealed rises in tourism and cash spent by visitors along with the most popular fishing catch in recent years.
The thirteenth Environmental Statistics Compendi…
The thirteenth Environmental Statistics Compendi…
Sunday ceremony marks 400 years at St Mary’s Church
The island has welcomed a special guest as St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in Warwick commemorates its 400th anniversary.
The Most Reverend Philip Wright, Archbishop of the Province of the West Ind…
The Most Reverend Philip Wright, Archbishop of the Province of the West Ind…
BMA Staff Volunteer During Community Day
The Bermuda Monetary Authority held its fifth annual Community Day, with more than 230 staff volunteering with eight charities and community organisations across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, 1 October, the Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] participated in its Annual Community Day event. As part of this dedicated day of service, employees from …
Minister On Economic Investment Certificate
“I rise today to update this Honourable House on the Government’s Economic Investment Residential Certificate Programme, commonly referred to as the EIRC Programme, and the implementation of the Economic Investment Residential Certificate Policy 2026,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Oct 2] the Minister said, “The …
BCB Seeks Talented Young Cricket Players
The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has “officially launched its search for the island’s next generation of elite cricketing talent as Bermuda prepares to host the ICC Americas U19 Division 1 World Cup Qualifiers in August 2027.” A spokesperson said, “The High-Performance initiative marks the beginning of an intensive development cycle designed to select, refine, and …
Presidents Cup Road Race Set For Oct 4th
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises motorists that the Bermuda Bicycle Association Presidents Cup Road Race will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to approximately 11:30 a.m. A Government spokesperson said, “The race will begin and end on Crow Lane and will travel along a route extending through central …
Exploring Potential Digital Identity For Bermuda
Government is starting an “exploratory process into the potential development of a digital identity framework for Bermuda,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Oct 2] the Minister said, ”I wish to make it clear that the Government has not made any decision to implement a digital identity …
Burt: ‘Significant improvement in government finances’
The island has broken from “record” deficits and economic decline to “an economy that is growing, stronger public finances, increased investment in Bermuda and greater capacity to meet the needs of ou…
The battle over the Progressive
The battle over the Progressive Labour Party’s membership list moved back into the Supreme Court yesterday, as the legal dispute involving leadership contender Curtis Dickinson and the PLP administration entered another critical stage.
BMA highlights its annual community day
On Thursday, 1 October, the Bermuda Monetary Authority (Authority or BMA) participated in its Annual Community Day event. As part of this dedicated day of service, employees from across the…
Global shares gain, bonds supported as oil drops, jobs data misses expectations
Nonfarm payrolls increased by 29,000 jobs last month after a downwardly revised 133,000 rise in August, the Labor Department’s closely watched employment report showed on Friday International News via Reuters:…
Europe weighs new diesel stocks release after US pressure, sources say
The proposal, discussed on a call involving EU governments, calls for European countries to release 50 million barrels of diesel and International Energy Agency members to release 50 million barrels…
UK new car sales rise 12% in September as EVs and Chinese brands gain ground
Electric vehicles have been gaining ground in Europe as rising fuel costs, largely driven by global oil shocks from the Iran war, steered customers toward alternatives International News via Reuters:…
BMA staff support eight charities
More than 230 Bermuda Monetary Authority employees spent yesterday volunteering with eight charities and community organisations as part of the regulator’s fifth annual Community Day.
Staff supported …
Staff supported …
Grayson basketball prospect CJ Crumpler secures hometown Fratelli’s NIL deal
Grayson basketball standout CJ Crumpler has officially landed his first name, image, and likeness (NIL) partnership, teaming up with local Italian restaurant Fratelli’s in a community-focused deal. The agreement marks…
Word of Life 5k introduces watch-free handicap challenge for 2026 edition
The annual Word of Life 5k returns on Saturday, 10 October 2026, featuring an inventive handicap challenge designed to test pacing intuition alongside raw foot speed. Headlining this year’s competitive…
Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance
Candlelight Vigil of Hope and Remembrance (Photographs by Blaire Simmons)
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Footballers John Barnes & Andrew Cole Arrive
John Barnes and Andrew Cole arrived in Bermuda last night in advance of the Don’t Cut Your Future Short [DCYFS] and Bermuda Football Association U13 Invitational event, which will be held this evening. A spokesperson said, “A distinguished group of Bermudian community leaders, athletes, educators and professionals will join Premier League greats John Barnes and Andrew …
Olympian Nick Saunders named Bermuda Olympic Association Secretary General
Three-time Olympian and Commonwealth Games record holder Clarance “Nick” Saunders has been appointed Secretary General of the Bermuda Olympic Association (BOA). Saunders replaces Branwen Smith-King, who is stepping down after…
Seniors Expo 2026
Seniors Expo 2026 (Photographs By Blaire Simmons)
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Fundraising campaign hits $40,000
A charity encouraged residents to build on momentum and help to reach a $50,000 fundraising target in support of mental wellness initiatives in Bermuda.
The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation called on …
The Bermuda Mental Health Foundation called on …
Education Authority will be built to endure political change
An education authority must be “built to survive” political change as it seeks to provide stronger governance and clearer accountability in the public school system, the Minister of Education told Par…
Augustus stages second-round fightback at Clutch Pro Tour Championship
Bermudian professional Daniel Augustus showed admirable resolve to bounce back from a punishing opening round, shaving nine strokes off his score on day two of the Tier 1 Clutch Pro…
Augustus saves best for last at Clutch Pro Tour Championship
Daniel Augustus saved the best for last at the Clutch Pro Tour Championship in Hexham, England today.
The Ocean View professional shot even par in the third and final round, his lowest in the 54-hole …
The Ocean View professional shot even par in the third and final round, his lowest in the 54-hole …
Month for raising awareness of domestic abuse
A parenting workshop and a day of awareness and fundraising for the Women’s Resource Centre are being offered as the island joins the global recognition of October as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month.
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Europe needs simpler bank rules not lower capital: ECB’s VP
The US has been easing some capital rules and European bank lobbies are also calling for a review of the regulatory framework, claiming it was too cautious and constrains the…
EU fully rejects any ban on diesel, EU spokesperson says
The European Union “fully rejects” the threat made by the U.S. to ban diesel exports if Europe does not release more of its fuel stocks A fuel nozzle refuels a…
Archbishop Wright Enjoying Visit To Bermuda
Archbishop Philip Wright has travelled to Bermuda to celebrate the 400th anniversary of St Mary’s Church. The Most Rev Wright, who is the Bishop of Belize, was elected Archbishop and primate of the Church of the Province of the West Indies last year. He arrived on the island with his wife, Mrs Carla Suite Wright, …
London shares recover as bond sell-off eases, oil prices slip
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.28% to 10,455.34 points by 1007 GMT, but was headed for its sharpest weekly decline since April A worker walks near an LSEG (London…
Euro zone inflation surges more than expected, keeping pressure on ECB to hike rates
Inflation in the 21 nations sharing the euro currency jumped to 3.8% in September from 3.2% a month earlier, exceeding expectations for 3.6% in a Reuters poll, driven primarily by…
Students can take quicker path to engineering degrees
Students at Bermuda College can now complete the first year of an electrical engineering pathway on the island.
The move paves the way for them transferring directly into year two of a degree at Dalho…
The move paves the way for them transferring directly into year two of a degree at Dalho…