Bomb attack rocks Damascus during Macron visit
Two bombs exploded on Tuesday near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron spent the night, wounding 18 people
Smoke and fire rise at the
NATO showcases big arms deals in Ankara before summit with Trump
To upbeat tunes and slick videos at a defence industry forum in the capital Ankara, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced a series of initiatives as the s
Europe may face ‘more deadly weeks’ as new heatwave builds, WHO warns
Temperatures in Portugal and southern Spain are expected to climb to 43 degrees Celsius (109 degrees Fahrenheit) in the coming days
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Tankers hit in Hormuz as millions mourn Iran’s Khamenei
There was no claim of responsibility for the attacks
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Two tankers were hit in the Strait of Hormuz and Iran said ther
Stocks slip; Samsung’s record profit revives jitters on AI outlook
Samsung Electronics forecast a 19-fold jump in April-June operating profit to 89.4 trillion won ($58.4 billion), a third straight quarter of record operating pr
Sterling hits three-week high versus dollar
Sterling rose to $1.3401, the highest since June 17, before slipping slightly to trade at $1.338
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The pound rose to a
Luke Horan And King’s College Win T20 Title
Bermuda international Luke Horan helped King’s College, Taunton win the National Schools Under-18 T20 Cricket Cup with a five-wicket victory over Shrewsbury School at Wormsley Cricket Ground in the UK. Shrewsbury elected to bat after winning the toss and were dismissed for 117 in 19.5 overs. Liam Grindlay top-scored with 36, while Horan claimed 2 …
Aaliyah Nolan Signs For Barnsley Women
The Barnsley Women football team announced the signing of Bermudian footballer Aaliyah Nolan. A statement from the team — which plays in the Division 1 Midlands of the Women’s National League in the UK — said, “Barnsley Womens Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of Aaliyah Nolan, who joins us from Bradford City. “Aaliyah, …
Men’s Basketball Team Departs For Guyana
The Bermuda men’s national basketball team have traveled to Guyana to compete in an international tournament. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Men’s National Basketball Team departs Monday, July 6, 2026 for Georgetown, Guyana. The squad represents the continued growth and ambition of the Bermuda Basketball Association’s senior national program, as our athletes compete at the international …
New mobile groomer takes pet care on the road
Working as a veterinary tech assistant, on and off for 15 years, Stephanie Almeida discovered she was more interested in pet grooming than medicine.
She loved brushing out the animals’ fur or taking c…
She loved brushing out the animals’ fur or taking c…
Reports of seniors abuse double in three years
Reports of abuse against seniors have doubled in the past three years, with the numbers expected to increase further, owing to the island’s ageing population, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development…
Returning Rabain greeted by dip in parish schools enrolment
Parents are choosing to leave parish primary schools — one of the hallmarks of education reforms introduced under the leadership of Diallo Rabain, during his first stint as education minister.
Enrolme…
Enrolme…
World Cup stars play on pitches prepared by Bermudian Jayson Jackson
Working up close with some of the biggest stars in international football at the Fifa World Cup has been a humbling experience for Jayson Jackson.
The Bermudian has enjoyed the chance of a lifetime as…
The Bermudian has enjoyed the chance of a lifetime as…
S&P: sidecars increasingly used to cover casualty risks
Sidecars are being increasingly used by Bermudian re/insurers to cover casualty risks, according to a new report.
Traditionally used to tap third party capital to cover property-catastrophe risk, side…
Traditionally used to tap third party capital to cover property-catastrophe risk, side…
Bryan Dooley: AI investment cycle has room to run
Markets rebounded sharply in the second quarter, marking a dramatic reversal in risk sentiment from the war-induced sell-off earlier in the year. The second quarter was defined by the ongoing conflict…
A 58-year-old Bermudian man appeared
A 58-year-old Bermudian man appeared before a Toronto, Canada, court yesterday after being charged in connection with the alleged trafficking of more than 10 pounds of suspected cannabis.
The team behind the Bikes
The team behind the Bikes Up, Guns Down initiative is taking its mission to another level with the launch of MX Unleashed, an action-packed freestyle motocross event designed to unite Bermuda’s communities while promoting positive opportunities for young people.
Fortitude Re Signs $3.8 Billion Unum Agreement
Fortitude Re announced the signing of a $3.8 billion reinsurance transaction between its subsidiary, Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. [FRL] and Unum Life Insurance Company of America [Unum], a subsidiary of Unum Group. A spokesperson said, “Upon receipt of regulatory approvals and subject to satisfaction or waiver of certain other customary closing conditions, Unum will recapture …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 6 2026
July 6 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,746.76, even on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 3 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 2 …
College Foundation celebrates impact of charitable investment
A $200,000 grant has “significantly strengthened technical education programmes at Bermuda College and enhanced workforce readiness across the Island”.
The Bermuda College Foundation also said the don…
The Bermuda College Foundation also said the don…
Car flips in crash near Devil’s Hole
A car was overturned on Harrington Sound Road near the junction with Somersall Road in Smith’s this afternoon, leaving the driver with a minor head injury.
According to police, the single-vehicle cras…
According to police, the single-vehicle cras…
Stocks gain, oil dips as Iran and chips swing markets
In the early afternoon, all three major U.S. indices were higher, after European stocks flirted with record highs earlier in the day before retreating ahead of
Butterfield rises 1.49% in New York
The RG/BSX Index remained at 3,746.76, unchanged.
Only one international company saw activity on the Bermuda Stock Exchange with 6,676 HSBC shares changing hands to close at $17.11, up $2.11, or 14.06…
Only one international company saw activity on the Bermuda Stock Exchange with 6,676 HSBC shares changing hands to close at $17.11, up $2.11, or 14.06…
A 51-year-old Sands Parish man,
A 51-year-old Sands Parish man, who serves as a Corrections officer, appeared in Magistrates’ Court today charged with assault-related offences stemming from an alleged incident at Westgate Correctional Facility. A 51-year-old Sands Parish man, who serves as a Corrections officer, appeared in Magistrates’ Court today charged with assault-related offences stemming from an alleged incident at Westgate Correctional Facility.
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There has been a single
There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, near the junction of Mullet Bay Road and Wellington Slip Road, St. Georges.
Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on
Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving an overturned car on Harrington Sound Road near the junction with Somersall Road, Smith’s.
Masterworks Adds Five New Works To Collection
The Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art has added five new works to its permanent collection with support from donors and the Bermuda Arts Council. A spokesperson said, “Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art is thrilled to announce the addition of five new works to the Masterworks Permanent Collection, made possible with the generous support of our …
Premier moves to clarify discision on Cabinet reshuffle
The recent shake up of Cabinet Ministers was prompted by the resignation of Crystal Caesar, as the Premier shared the reasons behind his new appointments
Canada taps Germany’s TKMS for submarines ahead of NATO summit
TKMS, majority-owned by German conglomerate Thyssenkrupp, beat out a competing offer from South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean 042660.KS
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Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 3,535 as thousands remain displaced
Top lawmaker Jorge Rodriguez said the latest official tally showed 16,740 people injured and 17,854 left without housing after the June 24 quakes
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ECB’s Schnabel says Iran shock is not over
Schnabel’s comments kept the need for more policy tightening on the table even as a second interest rate hike at the ECB’s next meeting on July 22-23 looked inc
Car overturns on Harrington Sound Road
Police say the driver escaped with a minor head injury
Image: Bermuda Police Service
Police and other first responders were called out to the scene of an
Cann, Smith represent island at International Labour Conference
Bermuda was represented at the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland.
Gabrielle Cann, the Director of Labour and government representative, and Dean Smith, president of the Bermuda Tr…
Gabrielle Cann, the Director of Labour and government representative, and Dean Smith, president of the Bermuda Tr…
Future Leaders appoints new executive director
The assistant director of youth charity Future Leaders Bermuda and one of its earliest graduates has been appointed as its executive director.
McKenzie‑Kohl Tuckett replaces the organisation’s founder…
McKenzie‑Kohl Tuckett replaces the organisation’s founder…
Car Overturns After Collision In Smith’s
A car driver received a ‘minor head injury’ after a car crash which resulted in the car overturning in Smiths this afternoon [July 6], the police have confirmed. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving an …
Hospitals group announces Mary Terceira Award winner
Ceci Bernard Lambert, who volunteered at the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda for more than 12 years, has been recognised for her “exemplary” service to the organisation.
Last month, Ms Lambert won the …
Last month, Ms Lambert won the …
JP Morgan: reinsurance pricing pressure set to intensify
Pricing pressure is likely to continue in reinsurance after the fifth consecutive quarter of catastrophe losses below the historical average of $20 billion, analysts from JP Morgan reported.
In a new …
In a new …
Reduced hours at several judicial offices from Friday
The judicial department announced that several Supreme and Magistrates’ Court offices will close at 1pm every weekday from Friday until September 4.
A notice stated that the Supreme Court and Court of…
A notice stated that the Supreme Court and Court of…
France’s Macron visits Syria, in first trip by an EU head of state since Assad toppled
The visit underlines Syria’s geopolitical transformation under Sharaa, a former al Qaeda commander who has established close ties with Western and Middle Easter
Hamas dissolves Gaza government, Israel dismisses move as ‘stunt’
The militant group’s promise to end its body overseeing ministries — which has run for more than a decade — was a key part of the plan for a civilian-ruled
Cuba’s national electric grid collapses, reason unknown
Grid operator UNE said it was investigating the cause of the nationwide blackout
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Cuba’s national electric grid colla
Britain, Netherlands, Finland, Poland say they are making progress on defence plan
Defence financing is set to be a key topic at this week’s NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey
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Britain, the Netherlands, Fi
Fortitude Re agrees $3.8b long-term care reinsurance deal
Bermudian-based Fortitude Re announced has signed a $3.8 billion long-term care reinsurance transaction with Unum Life Insurance Company of America.
Upon receipt of regulatory approvals and subject to…
Upon receipt of regulatory approvals and subject to…
Bermuda vs Cayman Islands
Bermuda vs Cayman Islands (Photographs by Laurent Wellman)
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Southampton Rangers kept their foot
Southampton Rangers kept their foot firmly on the gas atop the Premier Division 50 Overs league, cruising to a five-wicket demolition of Warwick Workmen’s Club at PHC Stadium on Sunday.
As a longstanding strategic partner,
As a longstanding strategic partner, the Chubb Charitable Foundation – Bermuda has consistently demonstrated its commitment to advancing education and economic opportunity in Bermuda. This most recent investment builds upon previous support, which includes the donation of two hybrid vehicles to the College’s Motor Vehicle Technology Programme, a “Train the Trainer” initiative to build faculty expertise in emerging automotive technologies, and vital scholarship funding for students.
Divine secures back-to-back points finishes with extraordianary pace
For the second day in a row, teenage prospect Aeziah Divine quietly secured another crucial points finish in the R&G Moto4 British Cup after a highly discip
Bermuda announce historic 104-member delegation for CAC Games
The Bermuda Olympic Association has unveiled a historic 104-member delegation for the upcoming 2026 Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games in Santo Domingo,
Corrections officer denies assault on inmate
A corrections officer has been charged in Magistrates’ Court with assaulting an inmate at Westgate Correctional Facility.
Rudolph Butterfield, 52, denied causing bodily harm to Aaron Rance-Cariah at t…
Rudolph Butterfield, 52, denied causing bodily harm to Aaron Rance-Cariah at t…
History for relay squad as Perinchief sharpens form
Bermuda’s senior men’s sprint team made history at the prestigious Barbados Grand Prix, blasting their way to a podium finish in the 4x100m relay.
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