Fire disrupts flights at New Zealand’s Wellington airport
Fire and Emergency New Zealand said crews responded alongside the airport’s own fire brigade after the blaze was first reported at about 7:15 p.m. (0715 GMT)
Pope’s return home from Spain delayed as plane suffers technical issue
The plane carrying Pope Leo, Vatican staff and journalists was preparing to taxi to the runway when the captain announced that it had a maintenance problem
Spain opens new probe into ex-PM Zapatero over jewellery found in office
Zapatero, prime minister from 2004 to 2011, remains a leading figure in the main ruling Socialist Party and the graft allegations – which he has denied – have a
UK PM Starmer says he has not lost authority, will fight to stay in job
The comments come a day after defence minister John Healey delivered a fresh blow to the prime minister’s already weakened leadership by quitting and accusing S
Waldron drives Fiftydallarbill to podium finish in Indiana qualifiers
Bermudian harness driver Kiwon Waldron secured a hard-fought podium finish during a light morning of action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana.
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Public urged to get tested after ‘sudden rise’ in HIV cases
The public has been urged to make sure they know their HIV status after a recent spate of new cases of the virus in Bermuda.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said in the House of Assembly that as o…
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said in the House of Assembly that as o…
Smith-Mills clocks season-best 800m in Birmingham
Middle-distance runner Nirobi Smith-Mills delivered a major statement of intent at the British Milers Club Grand Prix, clocking a superb season-best performance
Winnipeg Goldeyes dealt major blow as Adam Hall hits injured list
The Winnipeg Goldeyes’ early-season momentum has suffered a significant setback following confirmation that versatile Bermudian utility man Adam Hall has been p
House: ‘further strategic steps’ in train on fuel security
There is “no clear path to resolution” in sight as war continues in the Persian Gulf, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed after months, MPs heard this morning.
The Government is “preparing for …
The Government is “preparing for …
Pickleball: Rescheduled Junior Showcase takes place on Saturday
Hamilton, Bermuda — Bermuda’s young pickleball players will finally get their chance to shine this Saturday as the Pickleball Association of Bermuda hosts its
Daniel Phillips and Dinko Dinev ease into quarter-finals
Tennis player Daniel Phillips has advanced to the quarter-finals of the doubles draw at the M15 Kayseri tournament in Turkey, producing a clinical straight-sets
Public warned time to prepare for hurricanes is now
While a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season is predicted, the public must not be complacent, the Minister of National Security has warned.
Michael Weeks told the House of Assembly that while the n…
Michael Weeks told the House of Assembly that while the n…
American Golf Course Highlights Bermuda Ties
MP Kim Swan recently took part in the 80th anniversary celebration of Clearview Golf Course in Canton, Ohio, highlighting its ties to Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The story of Clearview Golf Course is an inspirational American story. which is thankfully becoming more widely known, and they recently celebrated its 80th anniversary. The Powell family teamed …
Heart of Bermuda – The Spirit of the Seagull
What began in the 1950s as a friendly dispute over whose Seagull engine was fastest, has become one of Bermuda’s most enduring boating traditions.
In this we
Kiwon Waldron Finishes Third At Hoosier Park
Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron recorded a third-place finish during a light morning of action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. Waldron had one drive during the qualifying session on the seven-eighths-mile dirt oval ahead of a busy summer schedule. In Race 2, he drove Fiftydallarbill in a Trot class field. Starting from …
Oil slides on Gulf peace hopes, all eyes on SpaceX debut
European stocks gained more than 1.5% following strong gains in Asia, while Wall Street futures pointed to gains of between 0.4% and 0.5%
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Baseball: Adam Hall Placed On Injured List
Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall has been placed on the Injured List by the Winnipeg Goldeyes of the American Association. The roster move was made retroactive to June 3. Hall, 27, sustained the injury during a June 2 game against the Sioux Falls Canaries at Blue Cross Park. The former Baltimore Orioles draft pick rejoined …
Soccer-Former Watford player and manager Jackett dies at 64
The Wales international was born in Watford and joined the club – where his father Frank Jackett had also played – at the age of 12, spending his entire playing
EU overhaul to toughen migration rules takes effect, though doubts remain about impact
The EU-wide agreement introduces stricter border controls, faster case processing, expanded digital tools to track asylum applications and increased deportation
Channel Tunnel owner threatens legal action against UK over tax hike
Eurotunnel is owned by Paris-based transport and infrastructure operator Getlink, which also runs car and lorry train services through the tunnel between Englan
Video: NBC 10 Features Bermudian Khano Smith
NBC 10 recently featured Rhode Island FC Head Coach Khano Smith, highlighting his upbringing, family influences, playing career, and journey into professional coaching. The NBC story said, “Who is Rhode Island FC Head Coach Khano Smith? “I think to my core little boy from Bermuda, a small island. Still very much connected to my family, …
Britain’s main indexes gain over 1% on hopes of Middle East peace deal
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 1.1% to 10,414.02 points by 1059 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 1.5%
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‘Blind spots’ could hide full spread of Congo’s Ebola outbreak, WHO suggests
Congo said on Thursday the disease had spread to three new health zones
International News via Reuters:
There are many “blind spots” in the Eb
Dollar steadies as traders weigh prospects for Iran ceasefire
The euro bounced around and was last very slightly higher at $1.158, near its strongest in a week after the European Central Bank’s first interest rate hike in
UK public inflation expectations surged after Iran war, BoE says
The public’s median expectation for the rate of inflation in the year ahead increased to 4% from 3.2% in February
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Video: Dolphins Join Two Bermuda Race Sailboats
The journey to and from Bermuda came with a spectacular marine escort for sailors in two separate ocean racing moments, as dolphins swam alongside both the Spirit of Bermuda and Time Machine. In one encounter, dolphins swam alongside the Spirit of Bermuda as the vessel made its way to Newport to take part in the …
Ahead of World Blood Donor
Ahead of World Blood Donor Day on Sunday 14 June, Bermuda Hospitals Board’s Blood Donor Centre is appealing to the public to become blood donors. https://tnnbda.com/world-blood-donor-day-call-to-donate/
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Tennis: Daniel Phillips Advances In Doubles
Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips and his partner Dinko Dinev of Bulgaria advanced to the quarter-finals of the doubles draw at the M15 Kayseri tournament in Turkey. The pair defeated Turkey’s Kemal Arda Karakas and Aril Kayra Tuna in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4, in the opening round of the hard-court tournament. Phillips and Dinev won …
CSU Updates 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Forecast
Colorado State University hurricane researchers have reduced their 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast slightly and continue to call for a below-average Atlantic hurricane season with their updated 2026 projection. A spokesperson said, “CSU’s Tropical Cyclones, Radar, Atmospheric Modeling, and Software Team, in the Department of Atmospheric Science, cites the increased likelihood of a moderate to strong …
Photos: Carnival In Bermuda ‘Evolve’ Event
The “Evolve” event was held on Thursday night [June 11] at Fort Hamilton, with people dressed to impress at one of the first of many events that will be held as part of the Carnival festivities over the next few days. You can view all our National Heroes Day coverage here, and explore more from Carnival …
POLICE UPDATE: The Bermuda Police
POLICE UPDATE: The Bermuda Police Service is pleased to report that Mr. Jamel Fray has been located and is safe. We would like to thank members of the public for their assistance, cooperation, and vigilance in helping to locate him.
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“The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 52-year-old Jamel Fray, who was last seen in the area of Fort Hill/Alexandra Road, Devonshire, at approximately 6:45 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Willis Re Appoint Jonathan Ogilvie & Chris Dart
Willis Re, the international reinsurance broker, announced the appointments of Jonathan Ogilvie as Global Head of Non-Marine Specialties and Chris Dart as Head of Treaty Reinsurance, Bermuda, effective immediately. A spokesperson said, “In their roles, Ogilvie and Dart will be responsible for leading their respective teams, managing portfolio performance, and contributing to the expansion of …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 11 2026
June 11 saw 5,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $40,750.00 BD. 5,000 shares were traded by LOM Financial Limited, closing up 1.9% at $8.15 per share, while another 900 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 8.3% at $22.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,641.59, down 0.50% on the …
Brianna Ray: Insults nearly made me give up cricket
Brianna Ray hears them almost every week ― the critics sniping from outside, and sometimes inside, the boundary rope.
The only woman regularly playing in Bermuda’s domestic men’s cricket league, the …
The only woman regularly playing in Bermuda’s domestic men’s cricket league, the …
Miles Outerbridge competes against top US sprint talent
Track sprinter Miles Outerbridge was delighted to finish third in the 100 metres at the prestigious Brooks PR Invitational in Seattle on Sunday.
Outerbridge, one of three Montverde Academy students to…
Outerbridge, one of three Montverde Academy students to…
iNails opens with focus on Asian-inspired products
Sherry Trott started selling press-on nails in a kiosk on the ground floor of the Washington Mall two years ago, while she sold office furniture upstairs.
“It was a side hustle, but demand for the nai…
“It was a side hustle, but demand for the nai…
Watch: Small-business owners can learn how to ‘own a machine, not a job’
Small and medium-sized business owners who want to maximise their enterprises have an opportunity to obtain key advice from a chartered professional accountant, through the Bermuda Economic Developmen…
Prudential taps Donna Cotter to lead new Bermuda wealth division
Prudential has appointed Donna Cotter as chief executive of a newly created Wealth and Bermuda division, as the island is poised to play a key role in the group’s push into high-net-worth wealth manag…
Cross-party group to review electoral reform
An independent multiparty group to review the Government’s imminent plans for electoral reform was unveiled on Thursday, with absentee balloting high on the list — although Diallo Rabain, the Minister…
Purchase of Compass House to go before MPs
MPs return to the House of Assembly today for a busy session that will include debating a motion for the Government to purchase the Compass Point Building in Hamilton from HSBC Bermuda.
Lawmakers are …
Lawmakers are …
OT governments continue to face recruitment challenges
A reimagined Public Service will be presented to jobseekers next week after the difficulties of filling civil servant posts were laid bare at the launch of an international summit.
Representatives fro…
Representatives fro…
Driving while disqualified ends in ban for St George’s man
A man stopped by police in St David’s has been banned from driving all vehicles for one year.
Joel Deans, 45, admitted riding a bike while disqualified when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday…
Joel Deans, 45, admitted riding a bike while disqualified when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday…
Sagres crew excited for cultural and diplomatic exchange
The Portuguese naval ship Sagres has begun welcoming local visitors as part of its four-day stay in Bermuda, with a crew excited to celebrate the island’s culture and ties with the citizens of their h…
CEM event puts growth-stage firms in front of investors
An international event that brings together growing companies and potential investors opens in Hamilton today.
The Bermuda Capital Event, organised by Vancouver-based CEM, will feature a series of pre…
The Bermuda Capital Event, organised by Vancouver-based CEM, will feature a series of pre…
OpenAI-backed start-up targets insurance processes
Poetic, an artificial intelligence start-up, with $50 million in funding has revealed its intention to help businesses streamline complex tasks, including insurance underwriting.
American Internationa…
American Internationa…
Charity sees Iran conflict driving food price inflation
Iran is more than 6,000 miles from Bermuda, but its ongoing conflict has a local charity deeply concerned.
“For the organisation the conflict in Iran is a pressing concern,” said Will Campbell, vice-…
“For the organisation the conflict in Iran is a pressing concern,” said Will Campbell, vice-…
52-year-old man missing
Police are appealing for assistance from the public to help locate Jamel Fray
Jamel Fray reported missing this evening.
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Police Appeal: Locate 52-Year-Old Jamel Fray
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 52-year-old Jamel Fray. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 52-year-old Jamel Fray, who was last seen in the area of Fort Hill/Alexandra Road, Devonshire, at approximately 6:45 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026. “Mr. Fray is described as …
Police Appeal: Locate 52-Year-Old James Fray
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 52-year-old James Fray. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 52-year-old James Fray, who was last seen in the area of Fort Hill/Alexandra Road, Devonshire, at approximately 6:45 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026. “Mr. Fray is described as …
Video: Southampton Parish With Ed Christopher
The third installment of the “9 People, 9 Parishes” series features Ed Christopher highlighting the parish of Southampton. Mr Christopher, one of Bermuda’s most recognisable voices as Hamilton’s Town Crier, takes viewers through the parish and reflects on the places and memories that make Southampton special to him. The feature also comes as the Christopher …