‘No evidence’ of rattlesnake in Southampton
Government will continue to investigate any credible sightings, but no physical evidence has been identified following searches of the Gibbs Hill area
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What’s on over the long weekend
It’s the Cup Match holiday weekend, and events are taking place across the island through Sunday. Whether you’re looking
Motorists warned of traffic delays during Bacchanal Run
Traffic disruption can be expected when the Bacchanal Run takes place on Saturday, the Ministry of Public Works warned.
The post-Cup Match event will start on Frog Lane in Pembroke and travel along Pa…
The post-Cup Match event will start on Frog Lane in Pembroke and travel along Pa…
Pink Route ferry service suspended again
The troubled Pink Route ferry service has been suspended until further notice following “urgent repairs”, The Royal Gazette can share.
The Department of Marine and Port Services made the announcement …
The Department of Marine and Port Services made the announcement …
Cup Match fashion part two: What’s trending?
As Cup Match draws closer, islanders are putting the finishing touches on their holiday wardrobe. In part two of her Cup Match fashion story, Kendal
BMW to cut several thousand jobs in latest blow to German auto sector
BMW’s severance programme, agreed between the company and the works council, targets the administration and development divisions, with production operations ex
Wayne Wonder concert moved to Saturday
The Wayne Wonder show originally scheduled for this evening has been postponed until Saturday, August 1st, due to bad weather.
Existing tickets remain valid
Shortage pauses roadworks in Devonshire
A shortage of materials has stalled a road project in Devonshire, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised.
A spokeswoman said this week that workers are reconstructing a retaining wall, b…
A spokeswoman said this week that workers are reconstructing a retaining wall, b…
PM Burnham says difficult decisions needed to fix England’s ‘unfair’ adult care system
Successive governments have failed to reform adult social care, for which families can pay hundreds of thousands of pounds, after previous proposals were defeated by opposition parties who dubbed them a “dementia tax” or “death tax” International News via Reuters: British Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged on Wednesday to take difficult decisions to overhaul England’s […]
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FTSE 100 touches fresh record on oil lift; eyes on Fed, BoE
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index closed up 0.34% at 10,908.41 points
International News via Reuters:
London’s FTSE 100 touched an intraday record high o
European bank rally rolls on as Deutsche Bank, UBS report profit jump
In a busy day for bank results, Standard Chartered also delivered forecast-surpassing numbers and lifted its full-year income target on the back of surging reve
Pink Route ferry service shut down once again for urgent repairs
Ferry arriving in Hamilton Harbour, Bermuda
The Department of Marine & Ports Services advises the public and all users
Cup Match is more than cricket: Preserving the story of emancipation
While Cup Match is widely celebrated for its cricket, camaraderie and cultural traditions, the holiday’s deeper historical significance can sometimes be overloo
More than cricket: Ellen-Kate Horton on the heart of Cup Match
Before the first ball is bowled, Cup Match is about much more than cricket. It’s a celebration of Bermuda’s history, culture and community that has been passed
Lancashire profits rise despite softer pricing
Lancashire Holdings increased first-half profit by 30 per cent as lower catastrophe losses outweighed declining premiums and softer insurance pricing.
The Bermudian-based speciality re/insurer reporte…
The Bermudian-based speciality re/insurer reporte…
Drones to be used for surveillance over Cup Match
Police and Regiment will partner to keep the public safe during Cup Match; New drones will be utilised for watching the waters
Photo supplied by Royal Bermud
Orbis Bermuda team wins prestigious investment award
Orbis’s local investment team has won the prestigious fund manager of the year award from UK financial publication Investment Week for the fourth year in a row.
The firm won the award for the managed …
The firm won the award for the managed …
Banyan launches digital assets and emerging risks MGA
Banyan Risk, the specialty managing general agent (MGA), has launched a new digital assets and emerging risks product in Bermuda, with underwriting capacity provided by QBE Lloyd’s Syndicate 1886 and …
BFA pays tribute to legendary ‘keeper Granville ‘Cat’ Nusum
The Bermuda Football Association (BFA) wishes to express its deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the families, teammates, and friends on the recent
BELCO warns of fraudulent e-mail
BELCO’s Director of Communications & Corp. Strategy Krista Barnes said “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited (BELCO) has advised that a fraudulent e-m
BELCO Advising Public Of Fraudulent Email
BELCO is advising that a fraudulent email is being distributed to members of the public. BELCO’s Director of Communications & Corp. Strategy Krista Barnes said, “Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] has advised that a fraudulent email is being distributed and should be deleted. “The e-mail, supposedly sent from BELCO’s Customer Service Team, asks recipients …
Parking & Traffic Restrictions Due To Cup Match
The Ministry of Public Works advised the public of traffic and parking restrictions that will be in effect in Sandys Parish for the 2026 Annual Cup Match Classic. A Government spokesperson said,” The restrictions will apply from 6:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2026, until midnight, and from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday, …
Ministry issues health precautions for Cup Match
Residents and visitors were urged by the Ministry of Health to be aware of all health risks during the Cup Match holiday period.
The ministry also urged the public to celebrate the annual event safely…
The ministry also urged the public to celebrate the annual event safely…
Fortitude Re invests $50k in youth education
A global reinsurance firm has donated $50,000 to Bermuda Education Network.
The contribution builds on Fortitude Re’s longstanding partnership with the charity, which supports youth education in Bermu…
The contribution builds on Fortitude Re’s longstanding partnership with the charity, which supports youth education in Bermu…
Friendly Societies expand sportsmanship award to colts
Logan Jones, SGCC, Raises his bat after reaching fifty at the 2026 Colts Cup Match.Photo: Cleon Scotland / Airhorn Media
The Bermuda Friendly Societies Assoc
Motorcade Cancelled, Branch Party To Continue
Due to weather challenges today [July 29] the HSBC Hamilton Truck Motorcade has been cancelled, however HSBC will be hosting a Branch Party at their Harbourview branch on Front Street from 12pm to 2pm today, with Cup Match flags to distributed, an appearance by the Gombeys and more. A spokesperson said, “Tanya Bule, Head of …
Ministry confirms Cup Match parking restrictions
Motorists should expect parking restrictions, temporary road closures and traffic flow changes in the vicinity of Somerset Cricket Club during Cup Match, the Ministry of Public Works advised this morn…
Deadline for $20k bursary award is Friday
The Ministry of Home Affairs is reminding eligible Bermudian students to apply for the Department of Energy’s Bursary Programme before the deadline of Fr
Minister Attend New Museum Exhibition
Minister Alexa Lightbourne recently celebrated the opening of the National Museum of Bermuda’s newest exhibition, Your Pictures, Your Objects, Your Stories, Our History, at the Commissioner’s House at National Museum of Bermuda in Dockyard. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Lightbourne attended the event and shared remarks on behalf of the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and …
Guidelines for Cup Match campers and beachgoers
As Bermuda prepares to observe Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day, the Department of Parks is reminding residents and visitors to help preserve the Island’s
Heads up, Cut Match fans – here’s where you can and cannot park
The Ministry of Public Works advises the public of traffic and parking restrictions that will be in effect in Sandys Parish for the 2026 Annual Cup Match Classi
VIPs invited to ‘first chapter’ of Fairmont Southampton return
Guests have been invited to attend a launch event next week for the beach club at the Fairmont Southampton.
A “personal invitation” was sent by e-mail for the grand opening party, scheduled for Tuesda…
A “personal invitation” was sent by e-mail for the grand opening party, scheduled for Tuesda…
DPP drops case against murder accused
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Cindy Clarke, intends to enter a nolle prosequi today in the criminal trial of Devon Hewey, who had been charged
Norre Robinson injured in heats at Commonwealth Games
Sprinter Norre Robinson suffered a hamstring problem in the 200 metres heats at the Commonwealth Games and was unable to complete his race.
The 18-year-old was in heat eight of ten, with the athletes …
The 18-year-old was in heat eight of ten, with the athletes …
DPP: “Brings Criminal Proceedings To An End”
The Director of Public Prosecutions will “enter a nolle prosequi today in the criminal trial of Devon Hewey, who had been charged for the 2011 murder of Randy Robinson,” which “formally brings criminal proceedings to an end” as it “was not in the public interest for the prosecution to continue.” This was announced this morning …
Somerset Captain Terryn Fray On Cup Match
Terryn Fray believes Somerset Cricket Club have the depth and winning mentality to extend their 14-year reign as Cup Match champions when they face challengers St George’s at Somerset Cricket Club. Somerset have made three changes to the side that drew with St George’s at the Wellington Oval last summer, with colt Jaden Manders, Jermal …
France and Spain fight to contain wildfires as temperatures soar again
In Spain, weather agency AEMET said temperatures were expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) on Wednesday in at least six regions on oran
DPP to end case against man accused of 2011 murder
The Director of Public Prosecutions intends to enter a nolle prosequi today in the criminal trial of Devon Hewey, who had been charged for the 2011 murder of Randy Robinson.
A nolle prosequi signed b…
A nolle prosequi signed b…
Rescuers haul survivors from wrecked Japan mall as earthquake toll hits 13
Eight people were pulled from the rubble of a partially collapsed shopping mall near the city of Kumamoto that was torn apart by an explosion just over an hour
Kiwon Waldron Wins In Photo Finish
Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron was part of a rare three-way dead heat in harness racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. Competing in Race Two of the Pace class, the Bermudian drove Stop The Vanity to the finish in an official time of 1:54.0, with the top three horses crossing the line …
Power Finishes 15th At ILCA Championships
Miguel Power finished 15th overall at the ILCA UK Open & National Championships after completing 13 races at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy. Competing in the ILCA 6 fleet, the Bermudian recorded 140 net points to finish in the top 15 of the final standings. Power recorded six top-10 finishes during the 13-race …
UK regulator investigates whether Microsoft misled personal and family customers
The Competition and Markets Authority said on Wednesday the probe would examine Microsoft’s addition of its AI assistant Copilot to Microsoft 365 subscriptions
Musk’s X says Australia social media ban crackdown undermines international law
Australia’s world-first law barring accounts for under-16s took effect last December, drawing criticism from social media companies, mostly based in the United
Premier David Burt’s Cup Match Message
[Premier David Burt’s Cup Match message] Every Cup Match Bermuda celebrates two stories; the story of our freedom and the story of our people. Before the first ball is bowled, we remember why these holidays exist. Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day honour the courage, resilience and determination of those who endured bondage and those …
Major Gulf fighting resumes as US and Saudi strike Iran’s allies in Iraq
Iran, for its part, rejected an Omani proposal to jointly manage the Strait of Hormuz and said it had fired on ships in the strait and at U.S. bases in Jordan
UK consumer lending rises at fastest pace since July 2018, BoE says
Net consumer lending rose by £1.807 billion ($2.40 billion) on the month, up from a £1.723 billion rise in May and above economists’ median forecast of £1.7
Stocks muted as investors count down to Fed verdict, tech earnings
Expectations have become so lofty that even a sixfold jump in SK Hynix’s quarterly profit fell short, leading to a 9.61% drop in shares
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UK PM Burnham to set out first steps on social care in speech
Burnham became prime minister last week, and has enjoyed a bounce in the governing Labour Party’s poll ratings after announcing steps to reduce the cost of livi
Fray promises aggression as Jones prepares for farewell
Somerset captain Terryn Fray has vowed that his team will deliver a stellar performance against St George’s in Cup Match.
The holders go out seeking to extend their domination, which started in the t…
The holders go out seeking to extend their domination, which started in the t…
Before the first ball is
Before the first ball is bowled, we remember why these holidays exist. Emancipation Day and Mary Prince Day honour the courage, resilience and determination of those who endured bondage and those who fought to ensure their voices would never be forgotten.