Being on US sanctions list not sufficient to refuse EU bank account, court rules
Inclusion on a United States sanctions list is not sufficient on its own for a refusal to open a bank account in the European Union, the Court of Justice of the
Video: Aquarium 100 Campaign Launches
The Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Zoological Society launched the ‘Aquarium 100 Campaign’ which aims to “build on our strong foundation creating a modern, world-class institution that meets the highest standards in animal care, education and scientific research.” A spokesperson said, “The Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] marked a defining …
Sweden drops plan to jail violent offenders as young as 13
The centre-right administration will now draw up legislation to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 14, from the current 15, Justice Minister Gunnar Str
Kremlin shrugs off planned new EU sanctions on Russian banks
The EU has proposed a new package of sanctions against Russia for its war in Ukraine, heavily targeting the country’s banks and crypto networks in an effort to
EU agrees stronger price controls for new carbon market
The EU’s second emissions trading system, known as ETS2, will impose a price from 2028 on CO2 emissions produced by heating and transport fuels to encourage a s
Basketball Teams Named For Portugal Festival
The youth squads that will represent the island at the 2026 Portugal Basketball Festival have been announced. Two national development teams will travel to Portugal to compete against international opposition. The tournament begins on June 27, and the teams will take part in a one-week training camp in Lisbon as part of their preparations. Under 17 …
Banyan Risk Launches Healthcare Liability
Banyan Risk has launched a new Healthcare Professional Liability product and Kim Morgan has joined Banyan Risk as Lead Underwriter, Healthcare, based in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Banyan Risk Ltd [“Banyan Risk”], the specialty Managing General Agent [MGA], has launched a new Healthcare Professional Liability product under Banyan Risk Ltd in Bermuda, with strategic capacity …
Robinson Sisters Win Medals In Abu Dhabi
Bermudian siblings Raelyn Robinson and Reyna Robinson delivered exceptional performances at the Ultimate Athletics Abu Dhabi Championships at Zayed Sports City, winning multiple five gold medals and one silver medal. In the U10 category, Raelyn Robinson delivered an outstanding performance, with a stellar quadruple gold medal clean-sweep, winning the 80m, 150m, 300m and long jump, and ultimately …
Sakari Famous Wins Texas High Jump Event
Bermudian high jumper Sakari Famous cleared 1.85 metres [6ft 0¾in] to win the women’s high jump at the John Green/Texas Greatest Athlete Invitational in Texas. Famous delivered a strong performance throughout the competition, progressing through the heights by clearing 1.73m [5ft 8in], 1.76m [5ft 9¼in], 1.82m [5ft 11½in] and 1.85m [6ft 0¾in]. Her 1.85m clearance …
Commission appeal in COVID vaccine contract case should be dismissed, EU court adviser says
The Commission negotiated multi-billion vaccine contracts with drug makers such as Pfizer and BioNTech on behalf of the 27-nation bloc during the pandemic
Pope Leo lands in Spain’s Canary Islands on mission to help migrants
The stop in the Spanish archipelago off the western coast of Africa is a centrepiece of the pope’s week-long tour of Spain, in which he has also warned that esc
London’s FTSE 100 rises on financials boost; Mideast uncertainty limits gains
The blue-chip FTSE 100 rose 0.6% to 10,316.05 points by 0917 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 was flat
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Sterling holds firm against euro ahead of ECB meeting
The euro was last at 86.3 pence, steady on the day, but near the bottom of its trading range for the year so far
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Triumph over adversity: Daley siblings revel in Games qualification
Swimmers Elijah and Elan Daley are delighted after becoming the latest brother and sister to secure the qualification standard for the Commonwealth Games.
The siblings hit the qualifying times at the…
The siblings hit the qualifying times at the…
PHC Lady Zebras Defeat Under-17 Select Team
The PHC Lady Zebras defeated the Under-17 Select Team 3-1 at Bernard Park in the Bermuda Football Association Women’s Division league. The Under-17 Select Team opened the scoring in the 26th minute when Priya Dill scored, The PHC Lady Zebras equalized in the 40th minute when Janiya Sealey scored to tie the match 1-1 ahead …
Fire Wayne Wins Singer Songwriter Contest
Carnival in Bermuda launched their 2026 celebrations with a Family Fete at Harbor Nights last night [June 10], with talented local musician Fire Wayne winning the Singer Songwriter Competition. A spokesperson said, “Carnival in Bermuda officially kicked off its 2026 festivities on Wednesday, June 10, with its Family Fete at Harbor Nights, bringing together residents …
Govt Warn Of ‘Rise In Online Rental Scams’
Residents are being advised to be cautious as “individuals posing as real estate agents, landlords, or property managers are using online platforms to post fraudulent rental listings,” the Government said. A Government spokesperson said, “The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, issued a statement through the Ministry’s Consumer Affairs Section …
Warning signs emerge in profitable D&O market, says AM Best
AM Best has warned about dwindling reserves and slower claims resolution in the United States directors and officers liability insurance market.
The report suggests that what for decades as been a hig…
The report suggests that what for decades as been a hig…
Ratings understate private-credit investment risk, study finds
Ratings that underpin a growing slice of the $1.8 trillion private-credit market, the hottest corner of Wall Street in recent years, are systematically understating investment risk, according to a new…
Somerset Trojans Defeat Robin Hood 3-0
The Somerset Trojans defeated Robin Hood 3-0 in a Bermuda Football Association U23 Summer League match. The Somerset Trojans took an early lead in the eighth minute when Kymani McNeil scored the opening goal. The lead was extended to 2-0 in the 17th minute when Rio Russell scored, a scoreline that remained unchanged until halftime. …
Clyde Best Story To Screen At Festival In Boston
The Clyde Best documentary has been selected for screening at the Roxbury International Film Festival in Boston. A spokesperson said, “Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde Best Story has been officially selected to screen at the Roxbury International Film Festival [RoxFilm] in Boston from June 18-26, one of the United States’ leading festivals celebrating filmmakers and …
Harry Twite Named On Basford Retained List
Bermuda footballer Harry Twite has been named on Basford United’s retained list for next season. The defender helped the club reach the NPL Division One Midlands play-off semi-finals last term. Twite joined Basford from Loughborough Students in March and has previously played for King’s Lynn Town and Wisbech Town in England. Related Stories Luke Robinson …
Watlington Waterworks Declares $0.50 Dividend
Watlington Waterworks Limited has declared a July 2026 dividend of BD$0.50 per share to shareholders of record as at July 10, payable on July 29. The filing with the BSX stated, “The company announces that at a recent meeting of the Board of Directors of the Company, a special dividend in the amount of BD$0.50 per share was …
John Fletcher Named Willis Re Bermuda CEO
Willis Re, an international reinsurance broker, announced the appointment of John Fletcher as Chief Executive Officer, Willis Re Bermuda, effective immediately. A spokesperson said, “In this role, Fletcher will be responsible for leading Willis Re’s Bermuda platform, driving business growth and the continued development of an industry-leading team. He will oversee the execution and implementation …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 10 2026
June 10 saw 2,194 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $124,048.00 BD. 2,194 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $57.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,660.01, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the …
Fabian Allen Takes Most Wickets In Smash
West Indies cricketer Fabian Allen claimed the most wickets in the Bermuda Smash Invitational. The all-rounder helped the Pembroke Panthers win the title after beating the Sandys Spartans by 58 runs in the final at the North Field, the National Sports Centre. The slow left-arm bowler took ten wickets in the competition. Related Stories FrayStar …
Beach Volleyball Set For Horseshoe Bay
A co-ed beach volleyball tournament will be held at Horseshoe Bay on June 27. The competition will run from 10am to 3pm and feature co-ed two-person and four-person competitions. Registration is open from June 10 to June 20, with entry fees set at $160 per team for the co-ed fours competition and $80 per team …
Dominic Sabir Scores Most Runs In Smash
Bermuda cricketer Dominic Sabir scored the most runs in the Bermuda Smash Invitational. The batter led the Pembroke Panthers to the title after beating the Sandys Spartans by 58 runs in the final at the North Field, the National Sports Centre. Sabir, the Panthers captain, was not out on 79 off 49 balls, hitting seven …
Google Supports BZS Education Initiative
The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] announced a new initiative with Google, marked by an investment to support the expansion of science and technology-enabled learning across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Through this collaboration, BZS is already enhancing its education programmes with the introduction of 25 new tablets, 6 drones, underwater cameras, classroom monocular microscopes and projection …
Change of use for Bermudiana Beach gets shot down
A planning application to turn Bermudiana Beach into residential units has been refused over parking and density concerns.
The Bermuda Housing Corporation had sought approval for a change of use of th…
The Bermuda Housing Corporation had sought approval for a change of use of th…
The Government of Bermuda today
The Government of Bermuda today welcomed the landing of Google’s Nuvem and Sol subsea cable systems in Bermuda, describing the milestone as a significant investment in the island’s digital infrastructure, economic resilience, and long-term competitiveness.
Bermuda Hospitals Board’s (BHB) is
Bermuda Hospitals Board’s (BHB) is pleased to announce the winner of the Corporate Blood Drive 2025-26 is Conduit Re.
Photos & Video: Google Subsea Cable Ceremony
The Government of Bermuda today welcomed the landing of Google’s Nuvem and Sol subsea cable systems in Bermuda, describing the milestone as a “significant investment in the island’s digital infrastructure, economic resilience, and long-term competitiveness.” Speaking at the Subsea Cable Landing Ceremony, Premier David Burt said the project reinforces Bermuda’s growing role as a trusted …
Government welcomes landing of Google subsea cable link
Bermuda is set to become a transatlantic digital port as the tech giant Google officially starts work on laying subsea landing cables that will place the island at the centre of a landmark transatlant…
BMA adds three new insurers in May
Bermuda’s insurance sector added three new insurers in May, including Sompo Life Re Ltd and a new Prudential-affiliated Class E reinsurer, bringing the number of insurers registered this year to 27.
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Watch: Airport car rental opens
Bermuda had its first airport car rental today, after years of settling the logistics of how it would be done.
The first customer drove off the car rental lot today in a just-imported vehicle from Rug…
The first customer drove off the car rental lot today in a just-imported vehicle from Rug…
Minicar rental opens new airport location
Rugged Rentals opened its newest location, making it the first rental company in Bermuda to offer rental minicars directly from the airport.
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Conduit Re Wins Corporate Blood Drive
Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] announced that Conduit Re is the winner of the Corporate Blood Drive 2025-26. A spokesperson said, “The friendly competition, now in its 13th year, concluded on 4 June 2026. it brought together 21 companies from across Bermuda, demonstrating the corporate community’s commitment to supporting the island’s blood supply and the patients …
Employment incomes up in 2025
The Labour and Economy Minister provided an update on the GDP figures for the last quarter of 2025, and the latest Quarterly Bulletin of Statistics is released
Google sub-sea transatlantic cable to support A.I. growth
Invited guests at today’s cable landing ceremony near Annie’s Bay included Governor Andrew Murdoch, other dignitaries and stakeholders from the business communi
Marriage Notice: LOUISE PINER & PETER HILLMAN
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -LOUISE PINER ofSurreyUnited Kingdom (Divorced) andPETER DANIEL HILLMAN ofSurreyUnited Kingdom (Divorced)
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Marriage Notice: SHAQIR RICHARDS & JAHNI PEARMAN
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -SHAQIR RASHEED ABDUR-RAHMAN RICHARDS ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single) andJAHNI SINEAD KASHEA PEARMAN ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single)
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Marriage Notice: LISA DIPLACIDO & ANTHONY DIPLACIDO
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -LISA ANNE DIPLACIDO ofFreeport, New YorkU.S.A. (Divorced) andANTHONY JOHN DIPLACIDO ofWest Islip, New YorkU.S.A. (Divorced)
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Categories, prizes unveiled for Motor Fest
Motorists with the best vehicles in a Front Street showcase stand to win $250 cash this month.
Motor Fest said winners across 15 different vehicle classes will also receive a stamped licence plate tro…
Motor Fest said winners across 15 different vehicle classes will also receive a stamped licence plate tro…
BTA gets visitors into the Carnival mood
Bermuda Tourism Authority, in collaboration with Carnival in Bermuda, hosted an event today at the airport, welcoming international visitors arriving on the i
Public warned of online property rental scam
Residents were urged by the Government today to exercise caution when searching for or reviewing rental accommodation online.
A Ministry of Home Affairs spokeswoman said that Consumer Affairs received…
A Ministry of Home Affairs spokeswoman said that Consumer Affairs received…
Knife attack victim’s family calls for calm after anti-immigrant violence in Belfast
The appeal came as a Sudanese man appeared in court charged with attempted murder and as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and politicians in Northern Ireland
Knife attack victim’s family calls for calm after anti-immigrant violence in Belfast
The appeal came as a Sudanese man appeared in court charged with attempted murder and as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and politicians in Northern Ireland
Trump threatens to attack Iran ‘very hard’ following latest hostilities
The United States and Iran have traded fire several times since a tentative ceasefire took hold in early April, even as negotiators have sought an end to the th
Trump threatens to attack Iran ‘very hard’ following latest hostilities
The United States and Iran have traded fire several times since a tentative ceasefire took hold in early April, even as negotiators have sought an end to the th