US chipmakers hit record highs as Intel turbocharges AI rally
The foremost stock index for chip makers – the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index – rose 3.2% to an all-time high and was on track to extend its record-breakin
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85th Agricultural Exhibition Gallery 2 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Agenda laid out for upcoming Royal visit
King Charles III will formally open a new coastguard station in St David’s, tour Dockyard and meet local athletes and artisans during his whirlwind visit to the island.
Government House this afternoon…
Government House this afternoon…
Panel discussion for Vaccination Week
Bermuda will next week participate in Vaccination Week in the Americas as part of an effort to ensure the public has clear, accurate and trusted information about vaccines.
A government spokeswoman sa…
A government spokeswoman sa…
King Charles III To Tour Bermuda On May 1-2
Officials have released some information ahead of King Charles III visit to Bermuda, with events set to take place on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May. A Government House spokesperson said, “On Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May, His Majesty The King will travel from the East to the West, stopping at various points along …
London event to showcase future of Fairmont Southampton
UK-based Bermudians have been invited to a reception hosted by the operators of the Fairmont Southampton as recruitment efforts continue ahead of the anticipated opening of the hotel.
The event, organ…
The event, organ…
Ministry Sponsors Youth At Clyde Best Screening
The Ministry of National Security funded tickets for 50 young people to see ‘The Clyde Best Story’ to inspire positive choices. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security, through its Violence Reduction Team, has purchased and donated 50 tickets for selected young people to attend screenings of Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde …
SailGP Launches ‘Bring Your Own Boat’ Sales
SailGP has opened Bring Your Own Boat ticket sales for the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix in May, offering fans a unique on-water viewing experience inside the racecourse. A spokesperson said, “SailGP has officially opened sales for its Bring Your Own Boat [BYOB] offering for the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, taking place on May …
Video: Nicholas Christopher On Late Night Show
Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher – who is currently starring in the Broadway play ‘Chess’ — appeared as a guest on the ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’ show, where he discussed his father, Ed Christopher, who serves as the Town Crier of the City of Hamilton. During the television segment, the host displayed a childhood photo of a …
Government House Reopens After Renovations
Government House has reopened on Langton Hill after more than two years of renovations. A Government spokesperson said, “The office of the Governor and Deputy Governor have officially resumed operations at 11 Langton Hill as of Tuesday 21 April 2026. “The historic Government House has undergone extensive renovations led by the Department of Public Works …
Saundre Simmons Set For Boxing Fight In US
Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons will put his unbeaten professional record on the line at Asheville Fight Night in North Carolina on June 6. The light heavyweight, who has a 9-0 record, is scheduled to fight at the Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts in Asheville. Simmons, 28, was born in Massachusetts and raised in Somerset, …
James makes the grade as Grand Prix debut highlights Aiken success
Bermudian equestrian Tyler James enjoyed a milestone week in South Carolina, marking his successful transition to the elite Grand Prix stage at the Aiken Spring
Durham & Vikings make history with Senior Day shut-out
Nadhira Durham and her Elizabeth City State teammates delivered a clinical masterclass at the ECSU Tennis Courts, dismantling Virginia Union 7–0 in a record-b
Gritty display in Hyères as Bermudian sailors battle the elements
The relentless Mediterranean “big easterlies” continued to punish the world’s elite today at the 57th French Olympic Week, testing the physical limits of Berm
Royal appointment as Bermuda prepares for King’s Baton Relay
Bermuda is set for a historic royal encounter as the roadmap for the 2026 Commonwealth Games King’s Baton Relay is officially unveiled.
In a unique twist f
Endemic land snail conservation draws global praise
The Bermuda land snail, Poecilozonites bermudensis, is found nowhere else in the world and the greater Bermuda land snail was once believed to have disappear
RA clarifies process of the fuel price freeze
The Government issued a directive on the 15 April advising the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda to halt the fuel price at March rates to shield residents from h
Royal visit program unveiled by Governor
His Majesty King Charles III was last in Bermuda 56 years ago and will be making a historic visit on April 30
Britain’s King Charles and Queen Camilla wave a
Europe’s markets watchdog warns cyber threats are growing as AI speeds up risks
Geopolitical tensions have increased cybersecurity risks and the regulator has been contacting financial entities it supervises to assess their cybersecurity de
Ryanair to relocate Berlin-based jets, reduce flights by 50%
All seven Berlin-based aircraft will be relocated to lower-cost airports in other European countries such as Sweden, Slovakia, Albania and Italy, the Ireland-ba
Dominic O’Donnell On Music Award Nomination
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian music director Dominic O’Donnell said his nomination at this year’s MOBO Awards marked a major step in his career as he continues to build a name in the international music industry. Mr O’Donnell, known professionally as Domamanic, was nominated for Video of the Year for Back 2 Back, which he …
Photos: Plants & Flowers At 2026 Exhibition
Floral and plant displays were among the features at the 2026 Agricultural Exhibition, with a variety of entries highlighting Bermuda’s horticultural community. You can view all Bernews coverage of this year and past years Agricultural Exhibitions by clicking here, and view thousands of images, spanning almost two decades, of the Exhibition by clicking here. Related Stories …
Photos: Animals At 2026 Agricultural Exhibition
The Agricultural Exhibition in Bermuda featured a diverse range of animals, with pigs, rabbits and chickens and more on display. You can view all Bernews coverage of this year and past years Agricultural Exhibitions by clicking here, and view thousands of images, spanning almost two decades, of the Exhibition by clicking here. Related Stories Photos: 2011 …
Photos: 2026 Agricultural Exhibition Day #1
The 2026 Bermuda Agricultural Exhibition is underway at the Botanical Gardens, marking the start of the island’s premier agricultural showcase, which features a wide array of local agriculture, floriculture, and traditional crafts. The grounds were filled with extensive displays, ranging from award-winning vegetables and intricate floral arrangements to homemade baked goods and preserves. The exhibition …
Giant ice tower delays opening of Everest climbing route
The annual climbing season for the 8,849-metre (29,032-foot) summit runs from April to May, when the weather conditions are most suited to reaching the windswep
Fairmont Southampton To Host Event In London
Fairmont Southampton will host a “recruitment and engagement event” in London on May 7th as “part of a targeted effort to reconnect with Bermudians living abroad and invite them to be part of the resort’s highly anticipated 2026 reopening.” A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton, in collaboration with the Government of Bermuda London Office, will host a …
King’s baton week brings events islandwide
Celebrations from April 26 to May 1 include a shoreline clean-up, school presentations and the baton handover to King Charles III at Royal Naval Dockyard
European shares face first weekly loss in five as Mideast worries mount
The pan-European STOXX 600 index declined 1% to 608.2 points, as of 0903 GMT, to a more than two-week low
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Hamilton councillors acclaimed after nominations close
Four resident and four business councillors were declared elected by acclamation, and the mayoral contest will proceed to a poll on the seventh of May with adva
Tyler James Earns Top Finishes In Aiken
Tyler James has just completed a week of competition at the Aiken Spring Classic Masters at the Highfields Event Center, Aiken, South Carolina from April 15th – 19th. A spokesperson said, “Tyler had an extremely successful week which culminated in a double clear and 5th place finish in his first Welcome Stakes class on Vino Blanco. …
Bermuda Sailors Face Strong Hyeres Winds
Strong easterly winds continued to affect racing at the 57th French Olympic Week in Hyères, with Bermuda sailors Sebastian Kempe, Campbell Patton and Adriana Penruddocke among those competing in the ILCA 6 and ILCA 7 fleets under challenging conditions. Sailors faced sustained wind and heavy chop across Hyères Bay, with conditions impacting results and standings, …
Tyler Smith back for nationals after a decade’s absence
Tyler Smith is returning to compete in the Triathlon National Championships for the first time in more than a decade.
The Bermudian, who competed at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, is flying home fr…
The Bermudian, who competed at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, is flying home fr…
Nathan Trott future uncertain as permanent Cardiff deal looks unlikely
Nathan Trott’s future at Cardiff City appears uncertain after a leading Danish football magazine reported that the Bermudian goalkeeper has turned down offers to join the Welsh side permanently.
Trott…
Trott…
Tyler Lopes on cusp of life as professional harness racing driver
Tyler Lopes has big plans in store this summer.
If all goes according to plan, the Bermudian hopes to fulfil an ambition of competing as a professional harness racing driver in the United States.
“I w…
If all goes according to plan, the Bermudian hopes to fulfil an ambition of competing as a professional harness racing driver in the United States.
“I w…
RG Fantasy League: Liverpool goalkeepers and defenders can shine
From feast to famine as after a double gameweek Fantasy managers are treated to a round in which Manchester City, Chelsea, Brighton, Bournemouth, Burnley and Leeds are not playing.
Plenty of you will…
Plenty of you will…
Watch: Panel sees no end in sight for geopolitical challenges
A panel featuring politicians, business leaders and economists agreed that geopolitical turbulence is driving multiple challenges for Bermuda, while offering differing views on what to do about it.
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Watch: Capital seeks ‘safe havens’ like Bermuda in crisis
Global business is entering what KPMG’s Stefano Moritsch calls a “geopolitical recession.” The changing rules of globalisation are driving companies to seek out stable, sophisticated jurisdictions whe…
Court: Joell-Deshields Admits Contempt In UK
Bermudian Christopher Joell-Deshields has admitted contempt of court in England after failing to return company login details and assets as ordered by a High Court judge, according to a report by the BBC. The story said, “The suspended chief executive of Pride in London has admitted contempt of court after failing to hand back social media and …
UK companies ramp up selling price expectations, Bank of England survey shows
The BoE’s Decision Maker Panel showed companies in April expected price growth of 4.4% in the 12 months ahead, up from 3.7% in March and the highest reading sin
Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks ‘best deal’ with Iran
Fighting between Israel and the Iranian-backed armed group Hezbollah in Lebanon has been one of a number of sticking points to resolving the wider eight-week re
UK stocks set for weekly losses amid dimming prospects of swift US-Iran truce
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.6% to 10,391.16 points by 1005 GMT
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UK’s main stock indexes fell on Friday and we
Sterling edges up but heads for weekly loss as Iran tensions overshadow UK data
Sterling was 0.1% higher versus the dollar at $1.348, as broader currency markets traded largely range-bound
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Road victim reveals ‘life-altering’ impact of incident
A teenager left permanently disabled after he was knocked off his bike by a driver who did not stop after the collision told a court about the “life-altering” impact of the incident and the “profound”…
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 23 2026
April 23 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,598.44, 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: April 22 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 21 …
Nathan Trott Future Talks Set For Summer
Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott could have his future decided at the end of the season after playing a key role in Cardiff City’s promotion to the Sky Bet Championship. The 27-year-old has made 41 appearances since joining on loan from Danish side FC Copenhagen in August, with an option for a permanent move. However, Cardiff …
Bermuda’s most anticipated music festival
Bermuda’s most anticipated music festival is back as Rusty G brings Flag Invasion 2026 to Fort St. Catherine on Saturday, May 16th, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM.
Eight Councillors Confirmed In City Of Hamilton
Following the close of nominations, Jenefer Brimmer, Shawn Brown, Maxanne Caines, Mia Chambray, Mark Pacheco, Philip Barnett, Lloyd Holder, and Tony Thompson have been elected by acclamation as Councillors for the Corporation of Hamilton. A spokesperson said, “Following the close of nominations for the upcoming Municipal Election, the Corporation of Hamilton advises that the following individuals …
Municipal Elections Nomination Day/Candidates
The Parliamentary Registry has announced the Nomination Day results for the Ordinary Municipal Elections and also confirmed that the the position of Hamilton Mayor will be contested between Michael William Branco and Elmore Warren. A Government spokesperson said, “The Parliamentary Registry advises that, at the close of Nomination Day for the Ordinary Municipal Elections for the Corporation of …
Four Records Set At Middle School Champs
Four records were broken on the opening day of the Bermuda School Sports Federation Middle School Track and Field Championships at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. Mount Saint Agnes Academy athlete Xander Romeo set the first record in the Over 13 boys discus with a throw of 36.00 meters. Romeo later broke the Over …
SailGP Partners With Goslings Through 2028
SailGP has announced a three-season partnership with Goslings, naming it the Official Rum and Ginger Beer Supplier across select events through the 2028 season, starting with next month’s Bermuda Sail Grand Prix. A spokesperson said, “SailGP, the most exciting racing on water, today announced a three-season, multi-event partnership with Goslings, the renowned Bermuda-based producer of …