Musical revue will showcase budding talent
Actin’ Up! Theatre Camp is celebrating its fifth anniversary with Dare to Dream, a Disney musical revue showcasing the talents of Bermuda’s rising young pe
OBA: We did not double the debt & the numbers prove it
OBA’s Scott Pearman has countered Premier David Burt’s take on the national debt, and says some of the borrowing during their tenure was due to what they inheri
City nets record revenue as car parking fees soar
A jump in car parking fees and goods wharfage in 2025 drove record Corporation of Hamilton revenues and helped the municipality to turn a profit after losing money a year earlier.
The city government…
The city government…
Bermuda Pacers bring home ten medals from Maryland
Bermuda Pacers made their presence felt on debut at the International Youth Championships in Maryland at the weekend.
The local track club came away from the three-day track meet at the Prince George’…
The local track club came away from the three-day track meet at the Prince George’…
Hamas names Khalil Al-Hayya as new overall leader
Hayya replaces Yahya Sinwar, who was killed in combat with Israeli forces in October 2024 as Hamas fought a full-scale, two-year war with Israel in the Gaza Str
Ashay programme is introduced at Bermuda College
Culturally relevant classes for young people and those seeking “empowering knowledge” omitted from their education has been launched at Bermuda College.
The Ashay programmes will be available for stu…
The Ashay programmes will be available for stu…
Shadow minister calls for clarity over IRP suspension
Clarity is being sought over the legality of pausing a planning process to determine Bermuda’s future electricity needs.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, said in the House of Assembly …
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, said in the House of Assembly …
Bailey’s Bay complete winning weekend
Bailey’s Bay handed visiting Somerset a 67-run defeat in a Premier Division 50 overs contest at Sea Breeze Oval on Sunday.
The hosts scored 161 all out in 47.3 overs after electing to take first strik…
The hosts scored 161 all out in 47.3 overs after electing to take first strik…
Five students receive Conyers legal education awards
Conyers has named the five recipients of its 2026 legal education awards.
The firm said the awards recognise outstanding Bermudian students who have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment …
The firm said the awards recognise outstanding Bermudian students who have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment …
Airline executives caution planemakers not to rush release of next generation of aircraft
The comments come as airlines warn that with current backlogs in order books and instability around the supply chain, integrating next-generation aircraft that
UK deputy PM Lammy leaves government
Business minister Peter Kyle also left government
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UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy left government on Monday aft
Google plans new chip to run Gemini models more efficiently, the Information reports
The Alphabet-owned company expects the new chip, informally dubbed “Frozen v2,” to help address an AI computing capacity crunch that has fueled internal tension
A 54 year-old senior inspector
A 54 year-old senior inspector with the Bermuda Police Service has been charged with four indictable offences involving allegations of fraud, dishonesty, and financial exploitation.
Digital safety courses for parents to launch this summer
A programme on the horizon has been designed to help parents make informed decisions about their children’s welfare online.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, said i…
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, said i…
White finishes 26th at high-tempo Dawlish Grand Prix
Cyclist Conor White put in a solid performance on the UK elite circuit, finishing 26th at the 2026 Dawlish Grand Prix in Devon.
Representing Jakroo Handsling
Divine builds momentum with another top-10 finish at Brands Hatch
Bermudian motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine secured ninth place in Round 4 of the R&G Moto4 British Cup at Brands Hatch to complete a progressive weekend on tr
National record for discus thrower DeRosa-Williams
Bermudian discus thrower Tiara DeRosa-Williams has set a new national record after claiming a third-place finish at the Throw Town Ramona meeting.
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Sutton seal sensational comeback … Fishel off the mark in NWSL
Sutton United Women produced the comeback of the weekend, overturning a two-goal half-time deficit to claim a thrilling 4-3 victory over Reading FC Women.
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Cricket: Southampton, Bailey’s, PHC & Flatts Win
Bermuda cricket action over the weekend saw Southampton Rangers, Bailey’s Bay, PHC, and Flatts Victoria secure victories in their respective Premier and First Division matches. Premier Division Southampton Rangers 300 St. George’s Cricket Club 258 Southampton Rangers secured a 42-run victory over St. George’s Cricket Club at the Southampton Oval following a high-scoring Premier Division …
Pacers Finish Championships With 10 Medals
The Bermuda Pacers Track Club concluded competition at the 2026 International Youth Championships on Sunday, earning six medals on the final day to bring the team’s total tally to 10. Riana Robinson earned Bermuda’s gold medal of the closing session, winning the Girls 15-16 Division 1,500-meter event in 5:31.61. The club added four silver medals …
Franks and Burgess warm up for Around the Island Race in style
Brandon Franks and Blake Burgess warmed up for the upcoming Rubis Around the Island Race in the best possible way after securing class honours at Ferry Reach on Sunday.
The pair conquered choppy seas …
The pair conquered choppy seas …
Bermuda College Launches Ashay Programme
Bermuda College will launch the Ashay Programme in September, offering “culturally relevant classes” for young people, parents and adults through a partnership with Ashay Programmes International. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College is set to introduce a new programme offering culturally relevant classes for young people, parents and adults. “Ashay at Bermuda College will include classes …
Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister
Andy Burnham has become the United Kingdom’s prime minister, following the resignation of Keir Starmer. A BBC story said, “Andy Burnham has become UK prime minister, replacing Sir Keir Starmer in No 10 Downing Street. “Burnham, who became leader of the Labour Party on Friday, is the fourth prime minister in five years. What does …
Opinion: ‘Government tried to kill the road-safety Bill before it saw the light of day. It survived.’
Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance and AI, Jarion Richardson provides commentary on the pausing of the Road Traffic and Motor Car (Road Safety and
Bermuda College to launch Ashay Programme in September
Initiative will deliver culturally relevant education for learners of all ages
Bermuda College will introduce the Ashay Programme this September, offering cu
Devonshire Rec and Storm Chasers prevail in summer netball league
Devonshire Rec and Storm Chasers were confirmed as the Netball Bermuda Summer League champions for their respective divisions last week.
Devonshire Rec fought off strong competition from Lady Stars, w…
Devonshire Rec fought off strong competition from Lady Stars, w…
Belco hosts 17 summer interns
Belco has concluded its summer internship programme which gave 17 students real-world experience across a wide range of departments.
These ranged from engineering, information technology, human resour…
These ranged from engineering, information technology, human resour…
Chubb Tempest Re announces leadership changes
Chubb Tempest Re, the global reinsurance business of Chubb, has announced changes to its senior leadership team.
James Wixtead, senior vice-president, Chubb Group and president, Chubb Tempest Re Group…
James Wixtead, senior vice-president, Chubb Group and president, Chubb Tempest Re Group…
Aeziah Divine On Brands Hatch Races
Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine has reflected on round four of the RG Moto4 British Superbike Cup at Brands Hatch in Kent at the weekend. Representing Fibre Tec Honda-MLav Racing, Divine finished eleventh in race one and an impressive ninth in race two after qualifying tenth. “Another top ten to wrap up a strong weekend!” Divine …
Minister On Community Beautification Program
The Government has allocated $3 million for a new Community Beautification Programme aimed at delivering small-scale improvements to public spaces across Bermuda, Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [July 17] the Minister said, “In the 2026/27 financial year, the Ministry of Public Works and …
Column: Jarion Richardson On Road Safety Bill
[Opinion column written by the OBA’s Jarion Richardson] The public was told that the Road Traffic and Motor Car [Road Safety and Penalties] Amendment Bill would be debated in the House of Assembly on Friday 17 June. That debate did not take place because, instead of answering the Bill on its merits, proposing amendments or …
Conor White Finishes 26th In Dawlish GP
Bermudian cyclist Conor White finished 26th in the Crealy Open Dawlish Grand Prix in Devon, England. Representing JAKROO Handsling Racing, White completed the race in 49min 19sec, finishing 11 seconds behind winner Frank Longstaff. Thomas Armstrong placed second and Callum Laborde finished third, with both riders recording the same time as Longstaff. The criterium was …
Eastern Counties 2026: Bailey’s Bay vs Cleveland County
Eastern Counties 2026: Bailey’s Bay vs Cleveland County (Photographs by Ras Mykkal)
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Man’s death during police arrest in Italy leads to street protests
Abderrahim Fakir, a Moroccan-born entrepreneur who ran a small removals and cleaning business, died on Sunday after police were called to deal with a man behavi
Portugal’s migrant curbs hit construction firms working to solve housing crisis
Portugal’s hardening immigration stance — part of the government’s attempt to fend off an ascendant far right — is choking the labour supply for constructio
Soccer-Argentina run out of late Messi miracles against Spanish machine
Whether against Egypt in the round of 16 or England in the semi-finals, the Argentines had developed a way of finding their way back into a game, usually thanks
UK’s Thames Water creditors prepare legal challenge if Burnham pursues nationalisation
Burnham has repeatedly said that public ownership is the best solution for Thames Water, which has been fighting for survival for years after successive owners
Bonds unsettled as oil and gas climb, earnings loom for AI
Brent crude climbed above $90 a barrel for the first time in more than a month as the U.S. military started a ninth straight day of attacks against Iran, which
UK markets position for Burnham premiership, yields tick up, sterling strengthens
Burnham, who will be Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade, will face an array of challenges in his new role — from a sluggish economy to worries about
Britain’s FTSE 100 slips on Middle East tensions; Burnham takes office
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.5% to 10,543.91 points by 1052 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.1%
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As Starmer bows out, Andy Burnham set to become UK prime minister
Starmer, who was ousted by his Labour lawmakers about a month ago, said his work as prime minister was “the privilege of my life” and that, as he passed the bat
Mia Fishel Scores Penalty For Seattle
Mia Fishel scored a penalty in Seattle Reign’s 3-2 defeat away to Gotham FC in the National Women’s Soccer League on Saturday [July 18]. Fishel, whose father Patrick is Bermudian, scored the opening goal of the game from the penalty spot in the fourteenth minute. The United States forward has previously played for Chelsea in …
Curtis & Tucker Win Burchall Brothers Race
Maxwell Curtis and Wesley Tucker won the Burchall Brothers Comet Class race at the West End Sailboat Club. The fleet sailed from the West End Sailboat Club on a course around Five Star Island before returning to the finish. Curtis and Tucker finished first, ahead of Alan and Sarah Frith, the Edward Cross Long Distance …
Nia Christopher Scores In FH Victory
Bermudian footballer Nia Christopher came off the bench and scored in FH Hafnarfjörður Women’s 6-1 away victory over Grindavík/Njarðvík in Iceland’s top-flight league. Christopher entered the match in the 65th minute and scored FH’s fifth goal in the 74th minute, helping her side return to the top of the standings. Related Stories Aaliyah Nolan On …
Delegates Praise Faroe’s Preparations
The Faroe Islands are on course to stage an outstanding 2027 Island Games, according to Bermuda Island Games Association chairman Jon Beard and secretary Juanita Blee. The pair recently returned from the International Island Games Association [IIGA] Annual General Meeting in Tórshavn. They joined representatives from member islands for three days of meetings and venue …
‘Extremely concerning’ lack of control over Covid travel data
A parliamentary committee has said that the health ministry could not confirm whether personal data provided for Covid-19 travel authorisations was taken by hackers in the September 2023 cyberattack t…
Donna Raynor On Commonwealth Games
Bermuda’s chef de mission Donna Raynor believes the island’s athletes can still savour a memorable Commonwealth Games despite Glasgow staging a scaled-back edition after stepping in as host at short notice. Taking place from Thursday [July 23] to August 2, the Games will bring together about 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories competing across …
Bailey’s Bay win Eastern Counties with seconds to spare
Bailey’s Bay regained the Eastern Counties trophy in stunning fashion after dethroning Cleveland County with less than a minute to spare in a nail-biting first-round encounter at Lord’s on Saturday.
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Bermuda’s issued debt is over
Bermuda’s issued debt is over $3 billion – close to $3.5 billion, and the vast majority of this debt was created by PLP Governments.
Southampton Rangers maintained their dominant
Southampton Rangers maintained their dominant form on Sunday, beating chief rivals St George’s by 42 runs at Southampton Oval.