UK’s FTSE 100 flat as energy gains offset banks; Burnham set to become prime minister
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.04% to 10,576.97 by 1043 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.4%
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Nation building threads new Senator’s maiden speech
The newly appointed National Security Minister, Senator Ryan Robinson Perinchief, detailed his academic and politically minded family upbringing in his first sp
Bermudian in Toronto describes city under a pall from wildfires
A shroud of smoke from hundreds of wildfires across Canada has swathed North America, even extending offshore — with a Bermudian in Toronto describing smoky, eerily red-tinged skies.
Glenn Simons, a t…
Glenn Simons, a t…
Bermuda Pacers Set For Youth Championships
This weekend the Bermuda Pacers Track Club will compete at the 2026 International Youth Championships. This event will be held over three days from Friday, July 17th, 2026, through to Sunday July 19th, 2026. It is hosted by the Glenarden Track Club, and it is the first time the club has competed at this meet. …
Ball Hockey: Soca Kings Defeat Snipers
The inaugural Bermuda Tier 2 National Ball Hockey League season concluded with the Sunken Harbor Soca Kings defeating the Mid-Atlantic Snipers 6-5 in sudden-death overtime in the championship final at the PCC Hockey Rink. The Snipers opened the scoring in the first period when Tom Duggan found the net. The Soca Kings responded with five …
HSBC Cup Match Motorcade Set For July 29
HSBC Bermuda will hold its Cup Match Motorcade through Hamilton on Wednesday, July 29. A spokesperson said, “It’s Cup Match time in Bermuda! Catch the famous HSBC Motorcade travelling across Hamilton on Wednesday 29 July 2026. Grab some giveaways along the route and in our branches as we celebrate the spirit of Bermuda together. Don’t …
Planning Application For 28 Residential Units
A planning application has been filed for a proposed development comprising 28 residential units, including fourteen one-bedroom units and fourteen two-bedroom units, as well as a swimming pool, restaurant facilities, fitness and community rooms, and underground parking. The letter that was submitted with the application said, “The planning application seeks to create a community development …
AM Best Places ITB Ratings Under Review
AM Best has placed under review with developing implications the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of Through Transport Mutual Insurance Association Limited [TTB] [Bermuda] and its subsidiaries, TT Club Mutual Insurance Limited [TTI] [United Kingdom] and TT Club Mutual Insurance N.V. [TTNV] [Netherlands]. TTB, TTI …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 16 2026
July 16 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,745.99, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 15 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 14 …
Grief support head alarmed at ages of shooting victims
A grief support charity is alarmed that victims of gun crimes are “becoming younger and younger” after a double shooting on Wednesday night.
The Gina Spence Programme said it was saddened after two bo…
The Gina Spence Programme said it was saddened after two bo…
St George’s brewery partners with Gosling’s
Gosling’s has partnered with Moongate Brewing Co to expand the availability of the locally brewed beer across the island.
The wines and spirits firm became the St George’s brewery’s official distribu…
The wines and spirits firm became the St George’s brewery’s official distribu…
For new insurers added in June
Bermuda’s insurance sector added four more insurers in June, pushing the total number of new insurance companies licensed this year to 31. Activity was strong across both the island’s insurance-linked…
Photos: Adult Education School Graduation
The Adult Education School celebrated the achievements of 16 graduates who received their GED certificates during their commencement ceremony today. A spokesperson said, “The Adult Education School today celebrates the success of 16 new graduates in the Class of 2026. The young men and women received their GED certificates at a ceremony at Bermuda College’s Athene …
Parliament: Order Of Business For July 17th
The House of Assembly will be in session on Friday [July 17], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Official Visit to the Azores; Building a Better and Fairer Bermuda; Updates on Phase 2 of the Housing Programme; Parent Cyber Safety and Digital Wellness Courses; Emancipation Commemoration 2026; Progress Report on the …
Premier & Minister Conclude Azores Visit
Premier David Burt and Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell have concluded a three-day visit to the Azores at the invitation of President José Manuel Bolieiro. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, and the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, …
Photo Set #2: City Funday At Victoria Park
The City of Hamilton held their annual Summer Sunday: City Funday, featuring free games, attractions and live entertainment. A spokesperson said, “The City of Hamilton welcomed more than 1,500 residents and visitors to Victoria Park on Sunday for its annual Summer Sunday: City Funday, with families turning out in force to enjoy an afternoon of …
KBB Launches Survey Of Abandoned Vessels
Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources will conduct a new survey of Bermuda’s waters to identify abandoned and derelict vessels that may pose environmental, navigational or safety concerns. A spokesperson said, “Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources [DENR], is preparing to …
Parker And Foggo Win Blood Donor Prizes
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that Renee Parker and Donna Foggo won two-night staycations at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in this year’s blood donor prize draw. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] is pleased to announce that two lucky winners get to relax and enjoy themselves for two nights at the …
Graduates urged to lead by example
A Supreme Court Justice told graduates of the Adult Education School that they could determine where Bermuda would head in the next ten years.
Puisne Judge Juan Wolffe, the guest speaker during the sc…
Puisne Judge Juan Wolffe, the guest speaker during the sc…
Marshall Fund Contributes To Trevo Academy
The Charles and Lesley Marshall Fund for Football has donated $10,000 to Trevo Academy, helping expand access to its 2026 high-performance summer programme through scholarships and support for equipment and operational costs. A spokesperson said, “Trevo Academy will expand access to its high-performance 2026 summer programme thanks to a $10,000 contribution from The Charles and …
MSA Celebrates Graduating Class Of 2026
Mount Saint Agnes Academy celebrated the graduation of its 28-member Class of 2026. A spokesperson said, “Mount Saint Agnes Academy is pleased to announce that every graduate has been accepted to a post-secondary institution. Ten of the graduates will attend Bermuda College in the fall. Eleven graduates will go to Canada, one to Thailand, four …
Centre that helps adults with intellectual disabilities relocates
The K. Margaret Carter Centre is now at the former Prospect Primary School
Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinee Furbert’s
Luxury staycations for blood donors who won draw prize
Hamilton Princess provides luxury staycations to blood donors
Thursday 16 July 2026: Bermuda Hospitals Board (BHB) is pleased to announce that two luck
AES celebrates Class of 2026
The Adult Education School today celebrates the success of 16 new graduates in the Class of 2026
Adult Education School Class of 2026: Tajae Browne-Dill, Te
ATM burglary attempt fails
Footage of the mess left after a failed ATM burglary at Somerset Bridge has circulated on social media
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Blood donors win a ‘staycation’ at Hamilton Princess
The Bermuda Hospitals Board thanked two blood donors for their contributions with a stay at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club as part of the Blood Donor Centre’s annual drive.
A BHB spokeswoman s…
A BHB spokeswoman s…
Ontario asks for federal support for wildfire evacuations as smoke spreads
Canada has more active wildfires than it had as of mid July for the past two years and a larger area has burned compared to 2025
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Opposition Bill to avert roads crisis draws mixed reactions
Proposed legislation that aims to double the fines and points imposed for driving offences would not reduce the amount of road deaths in Bermuda, the island’s former road safety officer claimed.
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Guterres to travel to Cyprus to advance peace efforts, UN says
The visit comes against the backdrop of growing speculation the United Nations will launch a fresh push to resolve the decades-old split of Cyprus before his te
Nigeria brings home 1,490 citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks
The government said the evacuation followed talks with South African authorities over security concerns linked to xenophobic attacks on foreign nationals, inclu
Emily Yoo appointed COO by SiriusPoint
SiriusPoint, the Bermudian-headquartered global specialty underwriter, has appointed Emily Yoo as chief operating officer, a newly created role, effective August 10, 2026.
Ms Yoo will be based in New …
Ms Yoo will be based in New …
Butterfield hits new high in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index closed unchanged on 3,745.99 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today.
Meanwhile, the US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank soared $1.25, or 2.05 per ce…
Meanwhile, the US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank soared $1.25, or 2.05 per ce…
EU drafts plan to double electrification rate, cut oil and gas use
The draft plan, which the Commission is due to publish on Friday, is part of the EU’s response to the fallout of the Iran war
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BMA sounds warning after ‘investment opportunity’ event
The Bermuda Monetary Authority has issued a public warning in relation to an “investment opportunity seminar” at an island hotel this week.
Returns of 18 per cent on a $100,000 investment were describ…
Returns of 18 per cent on a $100,000 investment were describ…
Adult Education School Graduation Celebration 2026
Adult Education School Graduation Celebration 2026 (Photograph by Akil Simmons)
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Mixed fortunes for Bermuda’s juniors on day two in Tortola
Bermuda’s junior squash players experienced a day of contrasting fortunes in the team format at the 2026 Junior Caribbean Squash Championships in Tortola, rec
Mallory storms into Battle of Boca semi-finals as Simons bows out
Bermuda’s Trey Mallory put on a masterclass in Florida, securing two dominant victories in a single day to charge into the semi-finals of the Battle of Boca W
Bailey’s Bay unveil star-studded line-up for county showdown
Challengers Bailey’s Bay have named a formidable, star-studded squad as they aim to wrest the Eastern County Cup from holders Cleveland County this Saturday.
Cleveland County name squad for defence of trophy
Reigning champions Cleveland County Cricket Club have named their eleven to defend the Eastern County Cup against fierce rivals Bailey’s Bay this Saturday.
Howard Hughes taps Bermuda insurance veterans for Vantage
Howard Hughes Holdings has appointed two former Arch Capital Group executives to lead the next phase of growth at Vantage, marking the first major leadership transition since its acquisition of the Be…
Seniors given free entry to Cup Match
Bermuda’s seniors have been granted free entry to this year’s Cup Match through the generous support of new sponsor Island Construction Services Limited/ICS Tires.
ICS president, Deputy Premier Zane D…
ICS president, Deputy Premier Zane D…
Phone lines back up and running
Normal service has resumed for companies affected by Digicel’s fixed-lines outage, the provider said today.
The telecommunications company confirmed this afternoon that voice services had been fully r…
The telecommunications company confirmed this afternoon that voice services had been fully r…
Haywood & Williams Attend Toyota Training
Bermuda Motors representatives Damon Haywood and Sharee Williams attended a Toyota Warranty Training Seminar in Miami, Florida. A spokesperson said, “Damon Haywood, Operations Manager, and Sharee Williams, Warranty Administrator, recently represented Bermuda Motors at an intensive Toyota Warranty Training Seminar held in Miami, Florida. Damon Haywood – Operations Manager and Sharee Williams – Warranty Administrator …
Video: Island Construction Sponsors Cup Match
Island Construction is holding a press conference today [July 16] to announce its sponsorship of the 2026 Cup Match, and we will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below For extensive coverage of Cup Match spanning over …
Burt: ‘Remarkable synergies’ link Bermuda and Azores
David Burt highlighted the potential of stronger ties with the Azores after an official visit to the islands.
During a three-day trip, the Premier and Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transport,…
During a three-day trip, the Premier and Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transport,…
US to tighten visa regulations for foreign students, journalists
The effective date is 60 days from publication in the federal register, subject to congressional review
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Uber in $15 billion deal for Delivery Hero to create global takeout giant
The acquisition advances the U.S. ride-hailing firm’s efforts to build a global food-delivery business that can better compete with Just Eat, owned by Dutch gro
France’s Macron pledges to replant Fontainebleau forest after devastating fire
The fire is now contained but Macron warned it would take several weeks for it to be completely extinguished International News via Reuters: French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to replant the historic Fontainebleau forest south of Paris on Thursday after wildfires scorched at least 10% of the 20,000-hectare domain and forced 1,000 residents to flee. […]
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Twenty-nine countries sign agreement to establish global AI cooperation body
Representatives from the 29 countries, including Russia, Belarus, Serbia, Cuba, Brazil and Venezuela, as well as 10 African and 12 Asian countries, signed the a
Adult support centre relocates to former Prospect Primary
A government-managed facility that provides support and training for adults with learning and physical disabilities has successfully relocated to its new interim home.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of …