UN chief says UN agency for Palestinian refugees nearing ‘breaking point’
The United Nations agency operates in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, Jordan and Syria, providing aid, schooling, healthcare, social services and shelter to 2.6 m
Rescuers in Venezuela pluck child alive from collapsed building six days after twin quakes
Venezuela was hit by two earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 less than a minute apart last Wednesday, toppling buildings and trapping thousands of people bene
US expected to not extend USMCA, starting a decade-long countdown for trade pact
Trade chiefs from the U.S., Mexico and Canada are expected to meet virtually on Wednesday and declare whether they want to extend the pact for another 16 years
Shell to sell Gulf of America assets to Talos Energy, Ridgewood for $1.7 billion
The assets produced about 37,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day net to Shell in 2025
International News via Reuters:
Shell said on Tuesday it had
Heritage protectors recognised by the BNT
Individuals and organisations whose work helps protect and promote Bermuda’s natural and cultural heritage have been recognised for their efforts.
The Bermuda National Trust’s annual heritage awards w…
The Bermuda National Trust’s annual heritage awards w…
Ebola outbreak could cost Africa up to $3.6 billion, UN says
A much smaller number of cases have been reported in Uganda and experts warn of the possibility of it spreading to other neighbours, such as South Sudan
FryDays Bounce House to close
FryDays Bounce House in Dockyard has announced its closure this month after eight years in business.
In 2018 Mstira Weeks and Vic Ball opened a trampoline park at 7 Sail Loft Lane in Sandys. Five yea…
In 2018 Mstira Weeks and Vic Ball opened a trampoline park at 7 Sail Loft Lane in Sandys. Five yea…
King’s crime risk comments draw DeSilva’s ire
OBA’s Robert King seeks to clarify his comments about crime risk at affordable housing sites; Housing Minister Zane DeSilva calls his questions offensive
Former St Vincent PM discusses Caricom benefits
The longest-serving Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines strongly encouraged Bermuda to become a full member of Caricom.
Ralph Gonsalves, who led the nation from 2001 to 2025, said countrie…
Ralph Gonsalves, who led the nation from 2001 to 2025, said countrie…
Butterfield shares fall 1.6% on BSX
Shares of Butterfield Bank dipped 1.6 per cent in Bermuda Stock Exchange trading today. The bank fell 95 cents to close at $58.05 on the trading of 208 shares.
Allshores also saw trading activity and …
Allshores also saw trading activity and …
DHT upgrades two of its new tankers
Bermudian-based supertanker operator DHT Holdings has announced its plans to implement design upgrades for its two newbuildings delivering from the Hyundai shipyard this year.
The company said the up…
The company said the up…
Air Canada’s commitment to Bermuda highlighted
Air Canada has been instrumental in growing the island’s tourism and keeping Bermuda connected “to key source markets”, the Minister of Tourism, Transport, Culture and Sport said.
Owen Darrell spoke f…
Owen Darrell spoke f…
Residents urged to cut back overgrown roadside vegetation
Property owners are being reminded to routinely trim overhanging trees and hedges that extend onto Bermuda’s roadways, following the launch of a new campaign by the Ministry of Public Works and Enviro…
Red Ensign Group tackles shipping issues at meeting
Delegates at a maritime conference in Hamilton are optimistic that talks will yield solutions to global issues, including fuel prices, affecting the shipping industry.
More than 70 participants are at…
More than 70 participants are at…
Bermuda strengthens its bond with Air Canada
The Government of Bermuda and the Bermuda Tourism Authority have reaffirmed their longstanding partnership with Air Canada following a meeting with the airline’
American Overseas posts $3.3m profit and whittles down debt
American Overseas Group, a Bermudian-based insurance holding company, reported net income of $3.3 million for the first quarter of 2026 and made further progress with deleveraging.
The earnings, whic…
The earnings, whic…
Marriage Notice: MARTIN WILLIAMS & SHABNAM KOLIA
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -MARTIN WILLIAMS ofSMITH’S Parish (Divorced) andSHABNAM GULAM-MOHMED KOLIA ofSMITH’S Parish (Divorced)
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Marriage Notice: GEORGE CAMARRA & LAURIE SPINOSA
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely: -GEORGE WILLIAM CAMARRA ofCortlandt Manor, New YorkU.S.A. (Widowed) andLAURIE MARIE SPINOSA ofCortlandt Manor, New York
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Trailblazing Class of 2026 graduates from CedarBridge
CedarBridge Academy has celebrated the 92 graduates of its 2026 class, including the first students to complete the school’s Signature Learning Programme.
Principal Kenneth Caesar hailed the graduatin…
Principal Kenneth Caesar hailed the graduatin…
BoE’s Bailey sees no rush to act on interest rates
Bailey said past increases in oil prices meant British inflation looked likely to rise to around 3.2% later this year from 2.8% in May, but the cost of oil now
Sending parcels to Europe to cost more
The Bermuda Post Office advises customers sending parcels to countries within the European Union (EU) that new EU customs requirements will take effect on
Bermuda basketball juniors impressive in Portugal
Bermuda’s junior basketball teams impressed at the Portugal Basketball Festival in Lisbon over the weekend, where the under-19 side won bronze medals.
Coached by Damiso Husband and Jorel Smith, the un…
Coached by Damiso Husband and Jorel Smith, the un…
Kaelin Cox and Geraldine Sidders pick up gold medals
Kaelin Cox and Geraldine Sidders did Bermuda proud after securing gold medals in all of their events at the Presidential Wushu Cup in Maryland last week.
Cox topped the podium in the southern first, s…
Cox topped the podium in the southern first, s…
Bermuda Press swings to profit as revenues rise
Bermuda Press Holdings Ltd swung to a $192,000 net profit for the first half of its financial year as revenue climbed 7.3 per cent, helped by the purchase of an additional commercial property.
Earning…
Earning…
Oil prices little changed but set for steepest monthly and quarterly loss since 2020
Brent futures rose 3 cents to $73.18 a barrel at 10:51 a.m. EDT (1451 GMT), while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 30 cents, or 0.4%, to $70.45 a b
In France, a funeral home is overwhelmed as the heatwave’s death toll rises
There were at least 1,000 excess deaths from last Wednesday to Sunday, France’s public health agency said, adding that the numbers were not final and were bound
RedHawks stall Goldeyes despite another multi-hit game for Hall
The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks avoided a costly three-game series sweep at the hands of their Red River rivals, producing a clinical defensive display to secure a
Investment fund wound up for repeated rule breaches
Yew Tree Investments Ltd has been wound up by order of the Supreme Court, financial services regulator the Bermuda Monetary Authority announced today.
The BMA petitioned the court to wind up Yew Tree …
The BMA petitioned the court to wind up Yew Tree …
‘He Insisted I Come’: Mother
‘He Insisted I Come’: Mother Shares Final Moments Before Son’s Fatal Boating Accident
Why settle for an ordinary
Why settle for an ordinary Sunday when you can enjoy a City Funday? The City of Hamilton is inviting residents and visitors to Victoria Park on Sunday, July 12, for the return of Summer Sunday: City Funday, a free afternoon packed with live entertainment, family activities, food and summer fun.
A 52-year-old Devonshire man has
A 52-year-old Devonshire man has been remanded into custody after appearing in Magistrates’ Court on two alleged sexual assault charges.
Sailor Sebastian Kempe crowned Canadian National Champion
Bermuda’s rising sailing star Sebastian Kempe produced a brilliant display of tactical consistency to capture the prestigious 2026 ILCA 7 Canadian National Ch
Think Pink with Philippe Rouja
In this week’s episode, Philippe Rouja sits down with Jasmine and shares his journey into Bermuda’s underwater heritage, exploring shipwrecks, marine conservati
Carrick bowed out of Mississauga Challenger after four-game battle
Bermuda’s Taylor Carrick suffered an early exit at the $6,000 Men’s Lifetime Mississauga Challenger, bowing out in a hard-fought four-game battle against Amer
Crime prevention among topics for public meeting tonight
Police to host ‘community clinic’ at Francis Patton School
The Community Policing Division (CPD) of the Bermuda Police Service is inviting residents of the i
Mosaic initiative links students with political risk leaders
Bermudian-based Mosaic Insurance has launched an innovative programme connecting senior political risk leaders with a pipeline of emerging talent to strengthen the fast-growing market.
The initiative …
The initiative …
‘Summer Sunday’ series returns next month
Why settle for an ordinary Sunday when you can enjoy a City Funday? The City of Hamilton is inviting residents and visitors to Victoria Park on Sunday, July 12,
Invincible Lady Zebras hoist League Cup to seal flawless season
The dominant forces of Bermuda’s domestic game were officially recognized as the invincible PHC Lady Zebras lifted the Bermuda Football Association’s Women’s Division League Cup. The silverware was presented during a celebratory ceremony at the Clyde Best Center of Excellence, putting the golden seal on a flawless, historic domestic campaign. There was little doubt where […]
BFA Seeks Senior Women’s Head Coach
The Bermuda Football Association is inviting applications for the position of Head Coach of the Senior Women’s National Team. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Coach to lead our Senior Women’s National Team. “We’re looking for a leader who is committed to player development, demonstrates integrity, and …
Corrections officers undertake prison leadership programme
The Ministry of Justice announced that the Overseas Territory Prison Leadership and Management Development Programme runs from December 2025 to July 2026
Video: Tyler Christopher On Upcoming Fight
Tyler Christopher said he is ready for his “big break” when he fights on the undercard of a televised bill in Leeds, England. The southpaw [12-0] will face Portugal’s Mauro Silva [9-0] in an eight-round middleweight bout at the First Direct Bank Arena on August 8. Silva, who will also put his unbeaten record on …
Gates Shareholders Approve Bermuda Plan
Gates Industrial Corporation announced that shareholders overwhelmingly approved proposals to redomicile the company’s parent from England and Wales to Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “Gates Industrial Corporation plc today announced that its shareholders have overwhelmingly voted in favor of the Company’s proposals in connection with the Company’s intention to change its place of incorporation from England …
South African cities shuttered as anti-migrant protests spark fear
Many foreign nationals from elsewhere in Africa stayed away from work, and thousands had already fled ahead of Tuesday’s “deadline” set by the demonstrators for all undocumented migrants to leave International News via Reuters: Workers stayed home, shops were shut and buses sat idle across South Africa on Tuesday, as demonstrators gathered across the country […]
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Sixth Street To Acquire Stake In Monument Re
Sixth Street announced that investment vehicles managed or advised by Sixth Street have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Monument Re. A spokesperson said, “Sixth Street, a leading global investment firm, today announced that investment vehicles managed or advised by Sixth Street have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire …
Wolves Appoint Vernon Tankard As Coach
Wolves Sports Club have appointed Vernon Tankard as head coach of their senior men’s football team. The former North Village midfielder’s arrival comes as Wolves continue to strengthen the senior squad and revive the their youth programme. “Vernon is exactly the type of leader we need at this moment,” said club president and chief executive …
NATO joins exercises off US coast, even as it loses political fight in Trump’s Washington
In an Oval Office meeting last week with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, President Donald Trump admonished Britain, Spain, Germany and France for not doing m
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 29 2026
June 29 saw 1,500 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $88,500.00 BD. 1,500 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 3.5% at $59.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,796.55, up 3.13% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report …
Senegal police fire tear gas at constitutional reform protesters
A political coalition supporting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for an immediate withdrawal of the bill
International News via Reuters:
Food and transport systems are likely to take longer than energy markets to recover
In what is most likely his last major policy announcement, Starmer said the plan had been sharpened and went further than a previous document that prompted his