Oil heads for weekly gains as Middle East supply risks persist
Brent futures were up 60 cents, or 0.8%, at $76.90 a barrel by 1131 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose 46 cents, or 0.6%, to $72.54
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Sterling climbs to one-month high as dollar dips as markets weigh rate hikes
Sterling rose to $1.345 on Friday, the highest since June 15, and was last up 0.1%
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The pound rose on Friday to an al
Football: Thomas College Signs Chance Eve
Thomas College men’s soccer has signed Bermudian Chance Eve ahead of the upcoming season. In making the announcement, the school — which is based in Maine — said “Chance Eve arrives from Pembroke Hamilton Club Zebras and the Steven Gerrard Academy, a native of Hamilton, Bermuda. A quick, direct winger with the ability to beat …
St John’s Field approaches reopening finish line
Western Stars president Devarr Boyles is optimistic that St John’s Field will be ready for use at some stage during the 2026-27 football season.
The facility is undergoing renovations that will enabl…
The facility is undergoing renovations that will enabl…
Sanaa Rae Morris quits track to set sights on Hollywood ending
Sprinter Sanaa Rae Morris is hanging up her spikes as she shifts her focus towards pursuing a career as a film-maker and storyteller in Hollywood.
The 21-year-old has decided to call time on her athle…
The 21-year-old has decided to call time on her athle…
Young athletes in Mexico for NACAC Championships
Six young Bermudian athletes are in Tlaxcala, Mexico, to compete in the North American, Central American and Caribbean Athletic Association Under-18 & Under-23 Championships.
Pria Wilson and Ama…
Pria Wilson and Ama…
Golfers resume battle in honour of Cup Match legend Eldon Raynor
The second annual Eldon Raynor Memorial Golf Tournament will take centre stage at Belmont Hills Golf Course on Saturday.
The captain’s choice tournament will see foursomes battle for cash and various …
The captain’s choice tournament will see foursomes battle for cash and various …
Kiwon Waldron Records Two Top-Five Finishes
Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron recorded two fifth-place finishes during a night of harness racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. Waldron competed in the seventh race, a pace class event, driving Stop The Vanity to fifth place in 1:54&2. He returned for the 12th race, a trot class event, driving Winnin Dollars …
Netball: Devonshire Rec Defeat Lady Stars
Devonshire Rec defeated Lady Stars 28-18 in the latest round of the Summer Women’s Netball League. The only match of the evening saw Devonshire Rec take control early and secure a 10-goal victory. Miesha Greaves scored 13 goals for Devonshire Rec, while Charlene Bogle added 11 and Zakiyah Durham scored four. Greaves was named the …
Yo Cherry in Sandys reopens
After a two-year hiatus a popular self-serve frozen treat shop has reopened in the West End.
Yo Cherry owner Carlos Francis closed his Sandys outlet in 2024 after two years in operation.
“I was buil…
Yo Cherry owner Carlos Francis closed his Sandys outlet in 2024 after two years in operation.
“I was buil…
QR Code payment app winning over island’s taxi drivers
Merchant credit card fees can really eat into a small vendor’s profits especially when they are first starting out.
Shakeem Albouy has launched Working On It, an app that can help Bermuda entrepreneu…
Shakeem Albouy has launched Working On It, an app that can help Bermuda entrepreneu…
Athene executive warns of Cayman ‘contagion risk’
A “contagion risk” to the life insurance industry is building in the Cayman Islands, amid a combination of rapid growth and regulation that falls short of international standards.
That is the view of …
That is the view of …
Jarion Richardson: It’s healthy to sometimes disagree with regulators
At some point, almost every regulated business will disagree with its regulator.
That is not an indictment of the regulator. It is the natural result of a regulatory system that depends on judgment.
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That is not an indictment of the regulator. It is the natural result of a regulatory system that depends on judgment.
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Guilty! Lawyer couple remanded after $1.2m theft trial
A couple who previously ran a law firm together were remanded until September last night after a jury delivered guilty verdicts, closing a seven-week trial for charges of stealing $1.2 million from fo…
Solar provider resilient in face of Belco rate change
A solar provider said the industry had taken “inventive” steps in the face of recent electricity rate changes announced by Belco — a move that Wayne Caines, president of the utility, insisted was “not…
Bermudian criminologist shares gang research findings in UK
A Bermudian researcher’s continuing study of gang violence that “centres on island life and island challenges” went this week before a gathering in London of police commissioners from across the Briti…
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 9 2026
July 9 saw 200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $540.00 BD. 100 shares were traded by Devonshire Industries Ltd, closing at an even $4.30 per share, while the other 100 shares were traded by Bermuda Aviation Services Ltd, closing down 42.1% at $1.10 per share. The BSX finished at 3,742.01, down …
The Department of Health is
The Department of Health is reminding the public and all body‑art operators that no one under 18 can legally consent to getting a tattoo.
Tattoo Studio Operating Licence Suspended
The Department of Health is reminding the public that no one under 18 can legally consent to getting a tattoo and confirmed that officials investigated a local studio following complaints that minors were being tattooed without their parents’ knowledge or permission and “the studio’s operating licence has been suspended.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Department …
Bermuda Team Set For NACAC Championships
A six-member Bermuda team has arrived in Mexico for the 2026 NACAC Under-18 and Under-23 Track and Field Championships, which will be held from July 10 to 12. The championships will take place at the Una Nueva Historia Sports Complex Stadium in Apizaco, Tlaxcala. The Bermuda team is managed by Ruby James, with former Olympian …
Chubb Bermuda Welcomes 25 Summer Interns
Chubb Bermuda is pleased to welcome 25 students to its 2026 Summer Internship Program, including four participants in the Chubb Bermuda Underwriting Program. A spokesperson said, “The 10-week Chubb Underwriting Program is designed for Bermudian university students interested in pursuing careers in the international insurance industry. Through hands-on learning, mentorship and exposure to underwriting and …
Parliament: Order Of Business For July 10th
The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [July 10] and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Family Preservation Tier II Program Progress Update, the Human Rights Commission Bermuda Annual Report 2025, Implications of International Travel Restrictions on Access to Overseas Medical Care, and Advancing Bermuda’s Workforce: Youth Employment and …
City Invites Entries For Christmas Boat Parade
The City of Hamilton is inviting Bermuda’s boating community to register for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, set to take place in Hamilton Harbour on Saturday, December 12. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton is calling on Bermuda’s boating community to register today for the 2026 City Christmas Boat Parade, taking place on …
Pink Route Ferry Service Resumes
The Department of Marine & Ports advised that the Pink Route ferry service resumed this afternoon [July 9] at 3.45pm following an earlier service disruption. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department of Marine & Ports advises that the Pink Route ferry service will resume today [July 9] at 3:45 p.m. “The Department thanks the public …
Betschart endures tough finale at Junior World Championships
Oliver Betschart endured a tough day in the final round of the Junior World Golf Championships at the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course in California on Thursday.
Competing in the boys 15-18 division, t…
Competing in the boys 15-18 division, t…
North Korea decides on measures to expand nuclear forces, KCNA reports
The measures and Kim’s remarks came during an enlarged meeting of the ruling Workers’ Party’s Central Military Commission on Thursday
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ECB’s Lagarde says she is not a French presidential candidate but will advocate for EU
Lagarde was fielding questions about a possible involvement in France’s 2027 presidential campaign after saying last week it was possible that she would leave t
Everest Group promotes Hanrahan
The Bermudian-based global re/insurer Everest Group has made Craig Hanrahan its global distribution and chief commercial officer, effective August 1.
Mr Hanrahan will continue to report directly to Ji…
Mr Hanrahan will continue to report directly to Ji…
Special Olympics Holds Bocce Fundraiser
Special Olympics Bermuda held its first Bocce and BBQ Tournament Fundraiser at the TN Tatem outside court last weekend. The non-profit community event was held to raise funds to support athletes travelling to Jamaica for a competition later this year. Special Olympics Bermuda won 11 medals at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin in …
South African protesters go door-to-door forcing immigrants from their homes
They escorted the people to police vans where they were taken away, including a woman and a small child from Malawi
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Bank of England’s Pill says interest rates will need to rise
Pill was one of two members of the nine-strong Monetary Policy Committee who voted to raise interest rates from 3.75% last month
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Information Commissioner moves to Burnaby Street today
The Information Commissioner’s Office is expected to move to its new home on Burnaby Street tomorrow.
In a notice the ICO, which had been based in the Maxwell Roberts Building on Church Street, confir…
In a notice the ICO, which had been based in the Maxwell Roberts Building on Church Street, confir…
Jessica Lewis Excited For Commonwealths
Para-athlete Jessica Lewis said she is excited to compete at her first Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. “I am so excited to share that I will be competing at my first Commonwealth Games in the combined T53/54 400 metres!” the four-time Paralympian said. “I’m looking forward to being part of a strong Bermuda team of …
Chubb welcomes 25 summer interns
Chubb Bermuda has welcomed 25 students to its 2026 summer internship programme, including four participants in a specialised underwriting initiative aimed at developing future insurance professionals….
ShoreLink goes offline in latest application update
A government app for mobile fare payment is now operational without internet connection.
The ShoreLink update, available now, allows passengers to check and accept mobile tickets and fares on board, w…
The ShoreLink update, available now, allows passengers to check and accept mobile tickets and fares on board, w…
Butterfield shares jump back above $60
Two stocks traded on light volume on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today.
Shares of Bermuda Aviation Services fell 80 cents, or 42.1 per cent, to close at $1.10 on the trading of 100 shares.
Devonshire I…
Shares of Bermuda Aviation Services fell 80 cents, or 42.1 per cent, to close at $1.10 on the trading of 100 shares.
Devonshire I…
Emergency forces flight diversion to Bermuda
A flight from Madrid, Spain rerouted to Bermuda yesterday after an infant experienced a medical emergency on board.
The Bermuda Flyer reported that year-old passenger on Spanish charter airline Wo…
Cox Hallett Wilkinson adds two senior litigation attorneys
Cox Hallett Wilkinson has strengthened its litigation practice with the appointment of two senior attorneys, adding expertise in commercial disputes and employment law.
The Bermudian-based law firm an…
The Bermudian-based law firm an…
Think Pink with Maurice Foley
This week, Jasmine sits down with Maurice Foley, founder & CEO of the Black Travel Expo to share his journey in the travel industry, the vision behind the B
Pink ferry service resumes operation
The route came back online this afternoon after being suspended for mechanical issues
The Department of Marine & Ports advises that the Pink Route fe
Congo Ebola response workers protest over pay
The outbreak has infected 1,759 people and resulted in 600 confirmed deaths since it was declared almost two months ago, according to the latest government data
Mexico to file criminal complaints in US over deaths of Mexicans in immigration enforcement
Fourteen Mexican nationals have lost their lives while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and three more died in arrest operations cond
Pink Route ferry service to resume this afternoon
Ferry service to Paget and Warwick will return this afternoon after technical woes forced a suspension yesterday.
The Department of Marine and Ports said the Pink Route ferry service is expected to re…
The Department of Marine and Ports said the Pink Route ferry service is expected to re…
Auction to raise funds for Habitat Bermuda
Members of the public will be able to view and purchase work from island artists at a fundraiser on Wednesday.
The free event at Magnolia Place on Victoria Street will feature food, wine, original pie…
The free event at Magnolia Place on Victoria Street will feature food, wine, original pie…
EU lawmakers back reinstating interim rules to allow Big Tech to tackle child pornography
The issue pits advocates of online safety measures against privacy activists worried about surveillance
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Pre-Cup Match celebration is to celebrate local culture
Bermuda is being invited to kick off Cup Match festivities early this year with a free event on Friday evening at the Willowbank Resort in Sandys.
The Somerset Pre-Cup Match Explosion, organised by Vo…
The Somerset Pre-Cup Match Explosion, organised by Vo…
EU drafts ‘Buy European’ rules for public tenders to curb foreign dependence
The measures stop short of a blanket “Buy European” requirement, but would allow European authorities to rule out bids for big public contracts that have less t
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody inspires future stars
Lewis Moody, the ex-England rugby captain, provided some inspiration to the island’s emerging sporting talent when he visited the Warwick Academy under-15 cricket team yesterday.
Moody, who won the R…
Moody, who won the R…
Family Centre launches annual Cup Match ribbon fundraiser
Somerset fans and St George’s supporters are being asked to show their teams some love while aiding a charity dedicated to helping families across Bermuda.
Family Centre will again partner with longst…
Family Centre will again partner with longst…
William Soares appointed CEO of Arch Re in Bermuda
Bermudian William Soares has been promoted to the role of chief executive officer of Arch Reinsurance Ltd in Bermuda.
At the same time, Arch announced the promotion of Jon Schriber to CEO of Arch Rein…
At the same time, Arch announced the promotion of Jon Schriber to CEO of Arch Rein…