New BTA CEO to prioritise data-based strategy
Jan Hutton officially steps in as the helm of the Bermuda Tourism Authority on July 1
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Schools art exhibition raises $6,000 for programmes
An annual pupils’ art showcase raised more than $6,000 for arts education.
The 61st Bermuda Schools’ Art Exhibition, held between the Department of Education and the Bermuda Society of Arts, celebrate…
The 61st Bermuda Schools’ Art Exhibition, held between the Department of Education and the Bermuda Society of Arts, celebrate…
Photos: Berkeley Institute 2026 Class Graduation
The Berkeley Institute celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026, with students recognized as they completed their secondary education. The ceremony marked an important milestone as graduates prepared for the next stage of their education and careers. Related Stories Photos: Students Health & Social Care Learning Photos: Berkeley Alumni Anniversary Reception Berkeley Advancing Education Reform …
Earth station control framework under review
The Ministry of Home Affairs will present a statement surrounding concerns, solutions and next steps for implementing earth station regulations.
Alexa Lightbourne, the minister, told the House of Asse…
Alexa Lightbourne, the minister, told the House of Asse…
Critter Edges Crossfire To Win Race Day 11
Critter won Race Day 11 of the Wednesday Night Sailing Series on corrected time after the handicap system denied line honours winner Crossfire victory. Crossfire was the first boat across the finish line, recording the fastest elapsed time of 38min 26sec. However, after handicaps were applied, their corrected time of 42:23 dropped them to third …
Furbert highlights strides in autism recreational support
Legislators heard of work by the island’s Office of Youth Affairs to accommodate children on the autism spectrum and with other neurodivergent needs in the Government’s after-school and holiday progra…
Photos & Video: Round The Island Seagull Race
The annual Round the Island Seagull Race is being held today [June 27], with the race starting in the west end morning. The event is still underway as of this writing; we will update with the results after it has concluded, and you can also view all our coverage of the event here. Subscribe To Bernews …
Just one year ago, Jayce
Just one year ago, Jayce Fough fell short of graduating. He did not make the final cut, forcing him to make one of the toughest decisions of his young life—return to school and start again.
Sanchez Smith And Elena Bortoli Win Tri-A-Tri
Sanchez Smith and Elena Bortoli won the Bermuda Triathlon Association’s Tri-A-Tri event at Clearwater Beach, which included a 200-metre open-water swim, an 8-kilometre bike segment and a 2-kilometre run. Distance: 200M swim/ 8km Bike/ 2km run Sanchez Smith 26:12 Philip Woolins 28:39 Elena Bortoli [1st female] 31:10 Lionel Quinton 32:29 Nicholas Bock 32:39 Paul Tohill …
Bermuda Sailors Continue World Championship
Five youth sailors are representing Bermuda at the 2026 IODA Optimist World Championship as fleet racing continues along the Moroccan coastline. The Bermudian contingent is competing in an international field that has faced changing wind conditions and complex currents throughout the regatta. In the overall standings heading into the final stages, Thomas McBain has a …
Bermuda Red Cross launches appeal for Venezuela earthquake disaster
The Bermuda Red Cross said funds raised will support the Venezuelan Red Cross in assisting 300,000 people seriously hit by the earthquakes that struck last Wedn
Op-ed: Shadow Housing Minister criticises lack of RFP
Shadow Minister for the Economy, Labour & Housing, Michael Fahy asks why the government had no RFP process for the 84 houses to be built across three differ
OBA’s Campbell On ‘Deteriorating’ Infrastructure
“The One Bermuda Alliance is increasingly concerned by the deteriorating state of Bermuda’s critical infrastructure and the Government’s failure to address these issues with the urgency and coordination they demand,” OBA MP Vance Campbell said. Mr Campbell — the Shadow Minister Public Works & Infrastructure — said, “Across the island, residents continue to endure unsafe, uneven, …
Minister On Powers Of Employment Tribunal
“These proposals represent a targeted modernisation of Bermuda’s employment justice system,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 26] the Minister said, “I rise today to lay for the information of this Honourable House the policy paper entitled “Strengthening the Enforcement Powers of Bermuda’s Employment Tribunal.” …
Premier On Bermuda Monetary Authority Report
Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt tabled the 2025 Annual Report of the Bermuda Monetary Authority in the House of Assembly on Friday [June 26]. The Premier’s full statement follows below: Mr Speaker, in accordance with section 28 of the Bermuda Monetary Authority Act 1969, earlier today in this Honourable House I tabled the …
Smith-Mills Finishes 4th With Season-Best Run
Bermudian middle-distance runner Nirobi Smith-Mills recorded his fastest 800-meter time of the year at the Loughborough British Milers Club [BMC] Grand Prix in the UK. Competing in the men’s 800-meter field, Smith-Mills finished in fourth place against an international grid. He crossed the finish line in 1 minute, 49.10 seconds, which lowers his previous benchmark …
Netball: PHC, Phoenix, Allshores & Storm Win
The PHC Lady Zebras, Phoenix Blaze, Allshores, and Storm Chasers all secured victories in the latest round of Summer Netball League matches across the Women’s and Coed Divisions. In the opening match of the Women’s Division, the PHC Lady Zebras defeated the Netball Bermuda Under-21 Academy 22-21. Nisaiah Berkeley scored 14 goals for PHC, while …
Isai Gibbons Commits To Saint Mary’s University
Saint Mary’s University has announced that Bermuda footballer Isai Gibbons has committed to join the Huskies men’s soccer programme for the 2026 season. A spokesperson said, “Saint Mary’s men’s soccer head coach Mesut Mert is pleased to announce the commitment of Isai Gibbons to the Huskies line-up for the upcoming 2026 season. “A 5’9” winger …
Somerset Trojans Win U23 Football Title
Somerset Trojans secured the U23 league championship title following a 3-1 victory over Dandy Town Hornets, driven by a two-goal performance from Kymani McNeil. The Trojans established an early lead as McNeil opened the scoring in the 22nd minute and scored again in the 32nd minute to give Somerset a 2-0 lead at halftime. Dandy …
NMB Opens Community History Exhibition
The National Museum of Bermuda has opened ‘Your Pictures, Your Objects, Your Stories, Our History’, an exhibition exploring Bermuda’s shared history through community stories. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] has opened Your Pictures, Your Objects, Your Stories, Our History, a new exhibition that brings together community-contributed photographs and object-based digital stories …
Tourism must shift with technology: new BTA chief
Understanding the changing nature of how tourists choose where to travel using tools such as artificial intelligence will be critical to success in the industry, the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s incomi…
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting June 27
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, June 27th. On Saturday the Norwegian Jewel and the Vision of the Seas cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Norwegian Aqua and the Independence of the …
Waldron Places Fifth At Harrah’s Hoosier Park
Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron secured a fifth-place finish guiding Tell’s Pure Power in the Pace Class event during Race 6 at Harrah’s Hoosier Park. Competing on the Indiana harness racing circuit, Waldron drove the gelding from the starting gate and maintained position through a rapid pace set by the field along the …
Bermuda to ring the changes against Brazil
With Bermuda almost certain to finish on top in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Sub-Regional Qualifier, coach Cal Waldron plans to shuffle around the team for the final match against Brazil at No…
Foiling dinghy to turn heads in Round the Island Seagull Race
You normally would not associate foiling with seagull racing. But this is not your average seagull racing story and Michael ‘Happy’ Henderson and colleague Joe ‘Mama’ Leureux are certainly not your av…
‘We’re going from 100mph to 5mph, which hits different’
Luis Martins and Steven Bridges have become accustomed to competing against each other in 32ft twin-engined catamarans and exceeding 100mph on the offshore powerboat racing circuit in the United State…
Cottingham and Talbot defend title in season debut
The wait is nearly over for Andrew Cottingham and Henry Talbot who are making their delayed season debut in the prestigious Hamilton Harbour Race on Sunday.
The pair have not competed since flipping t…
The pair have not competed since flipping t…
Trolling starting to give way to chumming
The weather last weekend provided a plausible excuse but that will not hold water this weekend. The forecast is for gentle breezes and light seas and if you haven’t noticed the days are actually getti…
Retired public servants get pension boost
Parliamentarians approved a public service pension increase yesterday, with about 3,700 seniors expected to receive extra this October.
David Burt, the Premier, said the Pension (Increase) Amendment A…
David Burt, the Premier, said the Pension (Increase) Amendment A…
Warning issued about rattlesnake sighting
Environment officials are investigating a report about a possible rattlesnake sighting, The Royal Gazette can confirm.
A government spokesman said the potential sighting made yesterday was understood …
A government spokesman said the potential sighting made yesterday was understood …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 26 2026
June 26 saw 5,064 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $133,648.00 BD. 64 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $57.00 per share, while the other 5,000 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 7.1% at $26.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,681.41, down 0.53% …
Jarryd Dillas makes good start at Port Royal
Jarryd Dillas got his title defence off to a good start in the opening round of the Bermuda Stroke Play Championship at Port Royal Golf Course on Friday.
The top amateur shot an even-par 71 which left…
The top amateur shot an even-par 71 which left…
Public reminded of shared duty for parks, beaches
Preserving the health of public spaces is the community’s shared responsibility, the Minister of Public Works and Environment said today.
Jaché Adams told the House of Assembly his ministry was catchi…
Jaché Adams told the House of Assembly his ministry was catchi…
DeSilva slams OBA over halted housing plans
Housing Minister Zane DeSilva has criticised the opposition OBA for stopping a housing project at a Dockyard site that is now pegged for affordable housing, say
Possible Rattlesnake Sighting Investigated
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is investigating a “credible report of a possible rattlesnake sighting” in Southampton. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that it has received a credible report of a possible rattlesnake sighting in the area of Gibbs Hill Road, Southampton, on 26 June 2026. …
Rattlesnake sighting reported in Southampton
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises that it has received a credible report of a possible rattlesnake sighting in the area of Gibbs Hill Road, S
Nick Pilgrim targets top 15 in Canada
Nicholas Pilgrim is determined to finish higher when he competes at the Americas Triathlon Cup Montreal on Saturday.
Pilgrim, who finished 66th at the Americas Triathlon Cup Ixtapa, at the heads into …
Pilgrim, who finished 66th at the Americas Triathlon Cup Ixtapa, at the heads into …
DENR, BAMZ investigate potential rattlesnake sighting
Environmental officials are investigating a credible report about a possible rattlesnake sighting, The Royal Gazette can confirm.
A government spokesman said the potential sighting made today was unde…
A government spokesman said the potential sighting made today was unde…
World stocks edge lower as tech selloff drags markets
On Wall Street, all three indexes were trading lower in choppy trading as losses in industrials, technology and energy offset gains in healthcare and real estat
Oil prices dive as more tankers move through Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude futures settled at $71.99 a barrel, down $3.27, or 4.34%
International News via Reuters:
Crude prices fell by more than 3% on Friday, on
Israel, Lebanon sign initial agreement after US-mediated talks
Lebanese Ambassador Nada Moawad and her Israeli counterpart Yechiel Leiter signed the trilateral document with the U.S. at the State Department in Washington, p
Venezuelans race to find survivors, foreign rescuers join search as frustration mounts
Foreign rescue teams and aid began arriving nearly two days after magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 tremors struck about 160 km (100 miles) west of Caracas
Internat
Butterfield’s US-listed shares top $60 for first time
The US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank closed above $60 for the first time today.
The bank gained 80 cents, or 1.34 per cent, to end the week at $60.34, on the trading of 189,900 shares.
Since it fl…
The bank gained 80 cents, or 1.34 per cent, to end the week at $60.34, on the trading of 189,900 shares.
Since it fl…
Scooter Mart Motor Fest VIII is set to take over Front Street this Sunday.
The 8th annual event brings together Bermuda’s motoring community to showcase custom builds, classic vehicles, and highlight motorcycle culture.
This year’s
UN rights chief calls for investigations into US deaths in immigration custody
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s inspector general is examining deaths of people in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody from October 2021
EU defends digital tax approach, says ready to act if Trump takes measures
The European Commission said on Friday the EU and its member states have the sovereign right to regulate economic activity, responding to U.S. President Donald
ICC prosecutor Khan says his suspension violated procedures
Documents seen by Reuters showed that the decision by the executive bureau of the oversight body found that the prosecutor had an inappropriate sexual relati
Trump threatens 100% tariff on any country that imposes digital services tax
Trump said the new tariff would supersede any trade deals with the United States, “whether implemented, signed or not.”
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