International recognition for Bermuda College
Bermuda College has received professional recognition for its accounting training, strengthening the local pathway for students and professionals pursuing caree
Yesterday, the Ministry of Economy
Yesterday, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2026 Retail Sales Index publication. February’s volume of retail sales index increased 1.1 per cent compared to last year. In value terms, retail sales increased to an estimated $102.1 million.
Police take tough stance against corruption
A public stand against corruption within the police ranks, with a dedicated unit in place since last year, can be expected to yield more cases of officers being investigated as the service polices its…
Puisne judge demands judicial review in row over sick leave
A judge has launched a civil action against Larry Mussenden, the Chief Justice of Bermuda.
Puisne Judge Nicole Stoneham is suing on a number of issues regarding her work as well as sick leave, and is …
Puisne Judge Nicole Stoneham is suing on a number of issues regarding her work as well as sick leave, and is …
Petition for review of proposed electricity tariff changes
The chief executive of a local solar energy company has launched a petition calling for an independent review of proposed electricity tariff changes that he maintains will penalise customers who were …
Memorable moment for teacher reunited with first pupils
For 40 years, Kim Thomas-Phillips wondered what had become of the students in her first class at West Pembroke Primary School.
Throughout the past four decades of teaching, in her native Bermuda and a…
Throughout the past four decades of teaching, in her native Bermuda and a…
Decision day for Cup Match hopefuls
The time has finally arrived for Somerset and St George’s to pick their teams for this year’s Cup Match classic.
Over the past several weeks both clubs have run the rule over the players at their dis…
Over the past several weeks both clubs have run the rule over the players at their dis…
Abigail Brewer plays two sports for Bermuda at CAC Games
Abigail Brewer is gearing up to represent Bermuda in hockey and squash at her first appearance at the Central American and Caribbean Games.
Brewer has been a national representative in squash for mor…
Brewer has been a national representative in squash for mor…
Bermuda cyclists set for time-trial at CAC Games
Bermuda’s top cyclists are heading into the Central American and Caribbean Games time-trial on Saturday off the back of very different seasons.
Nicholas Narraway has carried all before him in the nat…
Nicholas Narraway has carried all before him in the nat…
Rugby captain Tucker hopes bronze medal in reach at CAC Games
Bermuda men’s rugby sevens team captain Hadleigh Tucker is targeting a top-three finish at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Dominican Republic.
At the last tournament in El Salvador, Bermu…
At the last tournament in El Salvador, Bermu…
Hockey team blends youth and experience at CAC Games
When Liz Stewart steps onto the turf at Parque del Este Hockey Stadium against Barbados in Bermuda’s opening match at the Central American and Caribbean Games on Sunday, it will be her 50th internatio…
How caterpillar effect can transform your finances
When I was growing up, one of my favourite books my nanna would read to me was The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. I loved how the book had holes in it, and as you turned the pages, the holes g…
Deal would leave you trading one expense for another
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My wife and I are on Baby Step 2 of your plan, and we’re paying off our debt as quickly as possible. I’ve even put my motorcycle up for sale for $5,000 to help us get out of debt faster. Th…
My wife and I are on Baby Step 2 of your plan, and we’re paying off our debt as quickly as possible. I’ve even put my motorcycle up for sale for $5,000 to help us get out of debt faster. Th…
Local teams Nuff Said and Team Bermuda gunning for more glory
Luis Martins hopes to pick up where he and co-pilot Nick Imprescia left off when they compete in the St Clair River Classic in Michigan on Sunday.
The pair reached another milestone after securing th…
The pair reached another milestone after securing th…
AM Best Affirms RenaissanceRe & Subsidiaries
AM Best has affirmed the financial strength and credit ratings of RenaissanceRe and its subsidiaries, maintaining positive and stable outlooks across the group. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating [Long-Term ICR] of “a-” [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings [Long-Term IRs] of RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd [RenaissanceRe] [NYSE: …
BSX To Close For Cup Match Holidays
The Bermuda Stock Exchange will close for the Cup Match public holidays on July 30 and 31, reopening on Monday, August 3. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] advises that the BSX will be closed on Thursday, 30th July and Friday, 31st July 2026, for the Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day [collectively …
eams Named For 2026 Colts Cup Match
The teams have announced teams for the 2026 Colts Cup Match Classic on Sunday, July 26. The event will be held at Somerset Cricket Club. St George’s Colts Cup Match Team Keegan Jones — Captain Sa-Qui Robinson — Vice-Captain Logan Jones Xavien James Shane Robinson Isaac Todd Aaron Paynter Enrique Minks Keyan Webb Zakai Minors …
Two Vehicle Collision In Smith’s
[Updated] A collision involving a motorcar and a motorcycle occurred near the junction of Clarendon Road and Middle Road in Smith’s. A police spokesperson said, “There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a motorcycle near the junction of Clarendon Road and Middle Road, Smith’s. “Reports are the motorcar was exiting …
February Consumer Price Index: Inflation 2.1%
Consumers paid 2.1% more in February 2026 than they did a year earlier for the basket of goods and services included in the Consumer Price Index [CPI]. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour released the February 2026 Consumer Price Index from the Department of Statistics today. “In summary, consumers paid 2.1 …
Nick Jones pips Kenny Leseur for honours at Belmont Hills
Nick Jones savoured his first win of the year on the Moongate Tour at Belmont Hills Golf Course on Friday.
The Ocean View teaching professional shot an impressive three-under 67 to finish a shot clear…
The Ocean View teaching professional shot an impressive three-under 67 to finish a shot clear…
Games Day 1 recap: swimmers and tennis stars shine
Jack Harvey agonisingly missed out on a place in the 50 metres backstroke final by one spot at the Commonwealth Games on Friday.
Harvey finished ninth fastest in the semi-finals, touching the wall in …
Harvey finished ninth fastest in the semi-finals, touching the wall in …
Today, TNN can confirm that
Today, TNN can confirm that the employee at the center of the allegations has been terminated from his position.
Retail sales rise as overseas purchases surge
Retail sales volume rose 1.1 per cent in February compared with a year earlier, while the value of selected overseas purchases jumped by almost a third.
The Department of Statistics’ report, released …
The Department of Statistics’ report, released …
Butterfield shares climb 1.1% in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index closed unchanged at 3,745.99 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today and for the whole trading week.
Meanwhile, the US-listed shares of Butterfield Ba…
Meanwhile, the US-listed shares of Butterfield Ba…
UN rights chief Volker Turk faces opposition to new term
Turk, a lawyer who has worked for the United Nations for decades in major offices such as Geneva and field locations including Kosovo, finishes his first four-y
Aerospace fights for young recruits as AI drains talent pool
More than 50% of licensed aerospace engineers are older than 50 in Britain; fewer than 10% are under 30, a March report by the Royal Aeronautical Society showed
Oil down more than 4% on profit taking, report of China-backed push to end US-Iran fighting
Both Brent and U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude have rallied this week as the U.S. and Iran exchanged missile strikes, traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fe
Worker accused of slur gone from Corporation of Hamilton
A former parks manager accused of offensive comments on the job is no longer employed by the Corporation of Hamilton, a spokeswoman has confirmed.
It had been reported this month that officials launch…
It had been reported this month that officials launch…
CARIFTA Games: Guyana and Barbados Confirmed as Hosts for 2027 and 2028
The immediate future of the CARIFTA Games has been secured, with Guyana confirmed as host for 2027 and Barbados awarded the 2028 edition following intervention
U.K. security funding tops $3M
U.K. funding has boosted specialisms and surveillance for the Police and Regiment; Commissioner assures that frontline policing is not being neglected
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Minister briefed on Fairmont Southampton progress
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, MP, met with representatives from Gencom and the Fairmont Southampton devel
Serious crash in Smith’s, traffic diverted
There has been a serious road traffic collision involving a motorcar and a motorcycle near the junction of Clarendon Road and Middle Road, Smith’s.
Reports a
Serious collision between car and motorcycle in Smith’s
A man sustained a serious back injury this afternoon in a traffic collision involving a car and a motorcycle in Smith’s.
The crash appeared to take place by the Flatts Post Office.
A police spokesman …
The crash appeared to take place by the Flatts Post Office.
A police spokesman …
Tryon Success: Title and Derby Honours for Bermudian Rider Tyler James
Bermudian equestrian Tyler James delivered a series of standout performances at North Carolina’s Tryon International Equestrian Center, securing a division cham
San Pedro Regatta: Kempe Secures 2027 Pan Am Spot as Bermudians Impress
Sebastian Kempe produced a standout performance at the San Pedro Olympic Class Racing regatta, placing 14th overall in the ILCA 7 fleet to seal Bermuda’s first
St George and Lyme Regis celebrate 30 years of twinning
Representatives from St George in Bermuda and Lyme Regis in England joined this week to celebrate the connection between the two centuries-old towns.
Bermuda’s original capital city and the Dorset tow…
Bermuda’s original capital city and the Dorset tow…
Annual inflation in February up 2.1%
The latest Consumer Price Index shows year-on-year increases in almost every sector of consumption, with dental care in particular taking a big bite out of peop
Glasgow 2026: Royal Entrance and Pride for Team Bermuda at Opening Ceremony
The King and Queen made a grand, sci-fi-inspired entrance to kick off the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, stepping out of Doctor Who’s iconic Tardis as the 11-
Inflation eases, but food and healthcare costs keep rising
The annual rate of inflation eased slightly in February, although households continued to face rising costs for groceries, healthcare and foreign travel.
The Consumer Price Index report showed that co…
The Consumer Price Index report showed that co…
Sao Miguel advance in Triangle Cup
Sao Miguel defeated National Academy Under-15 to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the Bermuda Triangle Cup on Thursday night.
Taking to the field at Flora Duffy Stadium 24 hours after defeating Ber…
Taking to the field at Flora Duffy Stadium 24 hours after defeating Ber…
Nine Earn Solar Photovoltaic Certifications
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward recognised nine Bermudians who completed the 2026 Solar Photovoltaic Certification Programme during a ceremony at Bermuda College. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, today recognised nine Bermudians who completed the 2026 Solar Photovoltaic Certification Programme during a celebration …
Sailor Sebastian Kempe qualifies country for Pan Am Games
Sailor Sebastian Kempe has qualified Bermuda for the 2027 Pan American Games in Peru.
Kempe finished fourteenth of the 63 competitors and the top Americas sailor in the ILCA 7 fleet at the LA Slam to …
Kempe finished fourteenth of the 63 competitors and the top Americas sailor in the ILCA 7 fleet at the LA Slam to …
Sebastian Kempe Finishes 14th In Los Angeles
Sebastian Kempe finished fourteenth in the ILCA 7 fleet at the San Pedro Olympic Class Racing Regatta in Los Angeles to secure Bermuda a qualification place for the 2027 Pan American Games. Kempe ended the 12-race series on 99 net points after competing against a 63-boat field. His best result came in Race 6, where …
Two policemen injured in Malta shooting
A police spokesman said one of the officers had suffered serious face and neck injuries while the other one was slightly injured
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BELCO Announces 2026 Scholarship Recipients
Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has awarded $202,500 in scholarships and education grants to 20 Bermudian students. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] is proud to celebrate the next generation of Bermudian talent, announcing $202,500 in scholarship and education awards to 20 outstanding students this year. Front row: Wayne Caines, Gabriel …
Jensen Rogers welcomed with open arms at the Den
Jensen Rogers has made a seamless transition to new club Devonshire Cougars.
The 42-year-old joined the club from Premier Division rivals Somerset Trojans during the off-season and since then has sett…
The 42-year-old joined the club from Premier Division rivals Somerset Trojans during the off-season and since then has sett…
Sebastian Kempe Secures Pan Am Spot
Sebastian Kempe finished fourteenth in the ILCA 7 fleet at the San Pedro Olympic Class Racing Regatta in Los Angeles to secure Bermuda a qualification place for the 2027 Pan American Games. Kempe ended the 12-race series on 99 net points after competing against a 63-boat field. His best result came in Race 6, where …
Somerset Cricket Club Unveils Final Trial Teams
Somerset Cricket Club have revealed their President and Vice President XI selections for the final trial match ahead of the 2026 Cup Match Classic. The two teams will compete in the club’s final trial as players bid for selection for the 2026 Cup Match squad. For extensive coverage of Cup Match spanning over a decade, …
Trump imposes new global tariffs, drawing protests from trading partners
New tariffs had been expected, but trade partners around the world joined in strongly disputing the justification for them
International News via Reuter
Tens of thousands flee fires in France, blazes merge outside Madrid
French authorities ordered the total evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula, a tourism hotspot on the Atlantic Coast
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