New Minister of National Security sworn in, Rabain returns as Education Minister
Premier David Burt announced a ministerial reshuffle this afternoon at Government House after replacing Crystal Caesar, Michael Weeks and Wayne Furbert in his C
Officials Continue Search For Rattlesnake
Despite an “intensive search,” the rattlesnake has not yet been located, with officials saying they believe the photograph supplied by the person who reported the sighting “to be genuine” and noting that “the reproductive risk cannot be fully dismissed, as the gender of the snake is not known.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of …
Logan Jiménez Plays In Hibernian Friendly
Bermuda national team footballer Logan Jiménez came on as a second-half substitute in Hibernian’s 1-0 defeat away to Shamrock Rovers in a pre-season friendly in Dublin, Ireland, on Tuesday [June 30]. The winger, who entered the fray at the break, created his side’s best chance of the second half with a cross from the left …
Bascome Scores Century In Coventry Victory
Bermudian cricketer Okera Bascome scored 118 to help Coventry & North Warwickshire CC defeat Handsworth CC by six wickets in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division in England. Coventry & North Warwickshire won the toss and elected to field. Handsworth scored 206 for seven from their 50 overs, with Bevon Brown making 60. Taran …
Video: New Senator & Ministers Announced
[Updated | Ryan Robinson Perinchief has been appointed as the new Senator and Minister of National Security, Reverend Dr Emily Gail Dill will serve as Minister for the Cabinet Office and Diallo Rabain will return as the Minister of Education.] There will be a ‘focused realignment of Cabinet and Junior Minister responsibilities’ with new Ministers and …
Premier shuffles his Cabinet
Government’s front bench has a new look today.
Returning to the role of Minister of Education is Diallo Rabain. Dr. Emily Gail Dill will replace him as Min
TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Special Press
TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Special Press Conference at The Governor’s Mansion, the swearing in of New Minsters and Junior Ministers of the Premier David Burt Cabinet
Live Video: ‘Realignment Of Cabinet’ Announced
[Updated with live video] There will be a ‘focused realignment of Cabinet and Junior Minister responsibilities’ with new Ministers and Junior Ministers to be be sworn in at Government House this afternoon [July 3]. This is according to a statement sent out to PLP members last night, in which the Premier/PLP Leader said, “There has been …
Live: swearing-in of ministers at Government House
New ministers and junior ministers will be sworn in at 3.30pm today in a ceremony at Government House.
David Burt announced the swearing-in last night after the resignation of Crystal Caesar as Minist…
David Burt announced the swearing-in last night after the resignation of Crystal Caesar as Minist…
US sanctions hindered Brazil probe into alleged drug gang associate, police head says
Federal police did not identify the suspects but said in a statement that the operation aimed to dismantle a criminal group accused of laundering proceeds from
New appointment at the Corporation of St George’s
The Corporation of St George’s has announced a new appointment after the departure of its town manager.
Richard James has assumed the post of Acting Corporation Secretary and Transition Consultant at …
Richard James has assumed the post of Acting Corporation Secretary and Transition Consultant at …
Human rights catastrophe unfolding in Sudan’s al-Obeid, says UN’s Turk
Al-Obeid is the capital of North Kordofan state, a focus of recent fighting in a war between Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
Pope Leo praises US history of welcoming immigrants at 250th anniversary
The U.S. pope, who has criticized President Donald Trump’s immigration policies as “inhuman,” said the word “America” had become a “byword for freedom” across t
Mexican president urges responsible World Cup celebrations following deaths after last win
The deaths occurred near Mexico City’s central Paseo de la Reforma, where about one million people gathered to celebrate Mexico’s 2-0 win over Ecuador in the pr
Harvey secures impressive podium double at Fran Crippen Memorial
Bermudian Olympian Emma Harvey has continued her strong run of form with a series of impressive performances at the 2026 Fran Crippen Memorial Swim Meet of Cham
Bermuda will host 2026 Americas Netball Men’s Championship
Bermuda will take centre stage on the international netball calendar later this summer after being named as the host nation for the prestigious 2026 Americas Ne
Belco works cause lane closures in Pembroke
Emergency Belco works have caused lane closures in Pembroke that are expected to continue through the weekend.
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment said that the emergency lane closures were p…
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment said that the emergency lane closures were p…
Bermudian starlet Divine dominates in Bristol to claim overall crown
Bermudian gymnast Aria Divine enjoyed a golden outing at the 2026 Baskervilles Invitational after putting on a dominant display at the City of Bristol Gymnastic
Grotto Bay completes first phase of redevelopment
The Grotto Bay Beach Resort celebrated the completion of the first phase of a redevelopment project, opening newly renovated guest rooms.
Further works on the hotel site, including the construction of…
Further works on the hotel site, including the construction of…
Betschart reigns supreme as Bermuda’s Juniors shine in Dominican Republic
Bermuda’s Darina Betschart produced at outstanding performance under pressure to capture the Girls 15 and Under title at the Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Cha
NATO leaders to gather in Ankara, aiming to smooth over tensions with Trump
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says the gathering next Tuesday and Wednesday will show Europeans are honouring pledges to hike defence spending to deter Russ
Gold Cup Offers $50,000 Prize, Fareast 28R Fleet
The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club has released the Notice of Race for the 2026 Bermuda Gold Cup, unveiling a new fleet of Fareast 28R boats for the prestigious World Match Racing Tour event scheduled for October 13-18. A spokesperson said, “The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club [RBYC] has officially released the Notice of Race for the …
At least 3,700 excess deaths reported during heatwave in France, Belgium and Netherlands
Experts have said the heatwave, which lasted from about June 20-28, was the worst recorded in Europe, causing disruption to power generation, damaging infrastru
French Player Defeats Mallory At M15 Monastir
Bermudian tennis player Trey Mallory was eliminated in the second qualifying round of the M15 Monastir tournament in Tunisia. Competing on the ITF Men’s World Tennis Tour, Mallory lost 7-6, 6-3 to France’s Loan Lestir on the hard courts in Monastir. Mallory forced a first-set tiebreak before Lestir took the opener. Lestir then broke Mallory’s …
Emma Harvey Places 2nd & 3rd In California
Bermuda swimmer Emma Harvey earned two podium finishes at the 2026 MVN Fran Crippen Memorial Swim Meet of Champions at the Marguerite Aquatics Complex in Mission Viejo, California. Harvey advanced to the finals in multiple sprint events at the long-course meet. In the women’s 50-metre backstroke, Harvey recorded 28.80 seconds in the preliminary round before …
Minister Hayward Addresses CPA Career Fair
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward delivered opening remarks at the CPA Bermuda Accounting Career Fair, highlighting the importance of developing Bermuda’s future accounting professionals. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, gave opening remarks at the CPA Bermuda Accounting Career Fair, where he highlighted …
St. George’s Corporation Appoint Richard James
Mayor Quinell Francis announced the appointment of Richard L. James as Acting Corporation Secretary and Transition Consultant for the Corporation of St. George’s, effective July 2, 2026. A spokesperson said, “The Mayor of the Corporation of St. George’s Quinell Francis, JP, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Richard L. James as Acting Corporation …
Young survivors of Venezuela quakes run shelters as search drags on
Their task is the management of a shelter for victims of the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 quakes, which devastated this part of the South American country after striki
Tibetan man dies after setting himself on fire near UN headquarters, activists say
A New York City Police Department spokesman said police responding to an emergency call made around 6:30 p.m. ET (2230 GMT) on Thursday found the man badly burn
HSBC Marks 19th Cup Match Sponsorship
HSBC Bermuda is marking its 19th year as lead sponsor of the Cup Match Classic, continuing its long-standing support of the annual event. A spokesperson said, “Cup Match fever is starting to sweep across Bermuda, and HSBC Bermuda is proud to celebrate its 19th year as lead sponsor of the island’s most anticipated sporting and …
Britain’s services sector contracts sharply under strain of Iran war, PMI shows
The S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index for the services sector in June fell to 48.8 from May’s 49.3, representing the second fall in a row in activity an
Global stocks climb as US jobs data cools Fed hike fears
Europe’s broadest index hit a record high on Friday, and was set for its biggest weekly gain in over a month
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EU trade with US hits record high despite tariff tensions, study shows
The research by the German Economic Institute, or IW, found a 7.7% rise in EU exports to the U.S. to €580 billion, while U.S. imports into the EU climbed 2.2%
Sterling set for biggest weekly jump in 12 weeks on easing political risk, soft dollar
Sterling was up 0.1% at $1.3357, taking its weekly gain to 1.2%, its biggest weekly jump against the dollar since early April
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Crystal Caesar takes swipe at Premier on way out as education minister
Crystal Caesar has resigned as Minister of Education and government senator, while David Burt, the Premier, announced a swearing-in of new ministers.
In an explosive public statement released last nig…
In an explosive public statement released last nig…
Demeka Tacklyn launches third store
Demeka “Tiny T” Tacklyn has launched a third retail outlet with a focus on helping customers show their Cup Match colours.
Ms Tacklyn sells children’s toys such as a real cooking kitchen play set, bab…
Ms Tacklyn sells children’s toys such as a real cooking kitchen play set, bab…
Aon sees softening reinsurance pricing
Global reinsurers entered the midyear renewal season with record levels of capital, increased appetite for risk and greater flexibility, helping drive lower prices and improved terms for insurers, acc…
Biker fined for careless driving in Hamilton
A man has been fined $800 in Magistrates’ Court for riding a bike without due care and attention on Reid Street in Hamilton.
Sebastian Davis, 20, admitted the offence when he appeared in court yeste…
Sebastian Davis, 20, admitted the offence when he appeared in court yeste…
Speeders get banned from roads
Two men were disqualified yesterday from driving all vehicles for six months.
Joel Cheeseman, 50, and Aaron Foggo, 64, admitted speeding at 66km/h and 64km/h respectively when they appeared in Magist…
Joel Cheeseman, 50, and Aaron Foggo, 64, admitted speeding at 66km/h and 64km/h respectively when they appeared in Magist…
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 2 2026
July 2 saw 2,800 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $73,000.00 BD. 2,800 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $26.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,741.86, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available …
Following that meeting, Sen. Caesar
Following that meeting, Sen. Caesar tendered her resignation as the Minister of Education and from the Senate, which the Premier has accepted.
Based on new information provided
Based on new information provided by a source that TNN considers reliable, we are now told that Weeks did not resign but was instead dismissed by the Premier.
TNN has learned that two
TNN has learned that two members of Premier David Burt’s Cabinet have resigned.
Crystal Caesar resigns as Education Minister and Senator
Ms. Caesar said she tendered her resignation with the Progressive Labour Party citing concerns of being ‘unable to discharge’ those responsibilities as Minister
Crystal Caesar Resigns As Minister & Senator
Crystal Caesar has resigned as Minister of Education and as a PLP Senator. In a statement posted on social media, she said, “Today, I have tendered my resignation as Minister of Education and as a Senator representing the Progressive Labour Party. This has not been an easy decision. It is one that I have reached only after considerable …
Crystal Caesar statement in full
This is the full text of Crystal’s Caesar’s resignation statement as
Minister of Education and Senator
which she released on her Facebook page tonight.
Minister of Education and Senator
which she released on her Facebook page tonight.
Today, I have tendered my resigna…
Crystal Caesar resigns as Minister of Education, senator
Crystal Caesar has resigned as Minister of Education and government senator.
In an explosive public statement released this evening on social media, the Progressive Labour Party member cited a lack of…
In an explosive public statement released this evening on social media, the Progressive Labour Party member cited a lack of…
End of era as IOD fleet replaced at Bermuda Gold Cup
This year’s Bermuda Gold Cup will mark the beginning of a new era with the International One Design (IOD) fleet being replaced by the Fareast 28R.
It is a year of change at the World Match Racing Tour…
It is a year of change at the World Match Racing Tour…
Expert says snake knows how to stay hidden
The head of a snake conservation group in the US says an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, one of which is thought to be loose in Bermuda, blends well into envir
Scared but staying: Some migrants dig in as South Africa turns hostile
While thousands of immigrants packed up and left South Africa ahead of the June 30 protests, many more feel their best option is to stay, even though the countr