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Govt Encourages Participation In 2026 Census

June 17, 2026

The Government is encouraging residents to complete the 2026 Census, saying the information collected will help guide planning and decision-making across Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “Every household in Bermuda has a role to play in shaping the future of our island, and one of the most important ways to do that is by participating …

Business / Royal Gazette

AM Best affirms Convex ratings

June 17, 2026

AM Best has affirmed the credit ratings of Convex Group and its principal subsidiaries, citing the company’s strong capital position, improving underwriting performance and growing international footp…

News / TNN

A Bermudian man with a

June 17, 2026

A Bermudian man with a well-documented history of violent incidents in Bermuda has been arrested in England less than 12 hours after arriving in the United Kingdom, according to information obtained by TNN News.

Business / Royal Gazette

Butterfield shares slip 1.78% in New York

June 17, 2026

The RG/BSX Index remained unchanged at 3,690.51, in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Meanwhile Butterfield Bank fell $1.05 (1.78 per cent) on the New York Stock Exchange to close …

News / Royal Gazette

Senate: Wilkerson confirms “fitness” of energy legislation

June 17, 2026

Legislation which gives the Minister of Home Affairs the power to suspend the integrated resource planning process if deemed in the public interest, was subject to multiple rounds of legal considerati…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

At G7, Macron says he expects progress on broadening access to Anthropic’s Mythos

June 17, 2026

Cybersecurity experts are concerned Anthropic’s Mythos, developed to find coding flaws to bolster ⁠cyberdefences, could potentially turbo-charge attacks on th

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At G7, Macron says he expects progress on broadening access to Anthropic’s Mythos

June 17, 2026

Cybersecurity experts are concerned Anthropic’s Mythos, developed to find coding flaws to bolster ⁠cyberdefences, could potentially turbo-charge attacks on th

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Qantas picks London for first record-breaking non-stop flights

June 17, 2026

The Australian carrier plans to start selling tickets in February and launch the flights in October 2027, CEO Vanessa Hudson told an event in Toulouse, France

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Stocks, dollar edge up ahead of Warsh debut; oil higher after recent losses

June 17, 2026

Committee members’ projections in March showed most expected to cut rates

International News via Reuters:

Major stock indexes and the U.S. dollar ed

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Could your firm run a VIP lounge at the airport?

June 17, 2026

Skyport seeks operators for two lounges

Bermuda Skyport Corporation Limited (Skyport), developer and operator of L.F. Wade (Bermuda) International Airpo

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Government: ‘Help us to plan with purpose’

June 17, 2026

A reminder issued on the importance of public participation in the 2026 Census

Every household in Bermuda has a role to play in shaping the future of ou

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

G7 sets up critical minerals alliance, platform to cut reliance on China

June 17, 2026

Western powers are racing to diversify supplies of metals vital to defence, technology and renewable energy and reduce dependence on China

International

Business / Royal Gazette

Richardson, Goncalves to speak at digital asset compliance camp

June 17, 2026

Bermuda’s first digital asset compliance boot camp will bring together regulators, lawyers and industry practitioners this week as the island continues to expand its digital asset sector.
ComplianceX,…

News / Royal Gazette

Caesar grilled over progress in public education transformation

June 17, 2026

The Minister of Education today sidestepped direct answers when questioned in the Upper House on “measurable achievements” in the transformation of the public school system.
Crystal Caesar was quizzed…

News / Royal Gazette

‘Anyone who does not go is really going to miss out’

June 17, 2026

An upcoming conference hosted by the Bermuda Bar Association is an event not to be missed, organisers said.
One of England’s most highly regarded barristers, Lord David Pannick, KC, is to deliver a k…

News / Royal Gazette

OBA MP demands answers on missing $6.2m asphalt plant

June 17, 2026

The Shadow Minister of Public Works and Environment has questioned the status of a $6.2 million asphalt production plant yet to be set up.
Linda Smith also called for clarity on the Government’s partn…

Bernews / Sport

Julian Caisey Joins Trinity School In UK

June 17, 2026

Bermudian goalkeeper Julian Caisey has joined Trinity School’s Elite Football Programme in Teignmouth, Devon, England. “Trinity School are delighted to announce a new addition to the Elite Football Programme for the 2026-2027 academic year,” read a Trinity social media post. “Julian Caisey joins Trinity and adds a wealth of ability to an already strong goalkeeper …

Business / Royal Gazette

Everest and Stone Point launch $600m casualty sidecar

June 17, 2026

Everest Group has partnered with Stone Point Insurance Solutions to launch a Bermudian-based casualty reinsurance sidecar that is expected to provide about $600 million in third-party capital to suppo…

News / Royal Gazette

Man admits manslaughter in connection with senior’s death

June 17, 2026

A 44-year-old has admitted unlawfully killing a senior in an incident on Front Street last year.
John Paul Samuels, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty in the Supreme Court yesterday to a count of mansl…

Bernews / News

Minister On Electricity Amendment Act

June 17, 2026

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne has responded to the passage of the Electricity Amendment Act, saying “these amendments ensure that Bermuda’s energy future is shaped not only by technical considerations, but also by an understanding of affordability, reliability, and national impact.” The act passed in the House of Assembly last week and passed in …

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‘It’s not political interference – it’s about accountability and transparency’

June 17, 2026

Minister explains why the elected government should have a greater say on electricity costs

Today the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa N. H. Lig

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Career fair & expo at Pier Six tomorrow

June 17, 2026

Tomorrow (June 18) the Government of Bermuda’s Public Service Career Fair & Expo will take place tomorrow at Pier Six, bringing together ministries a

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Opinion: Bermuda’s asphalt plant

June 17, 2026

Statement by Linda Smith, OBA MP for Southampton West Central and Shadow Minister for Seniors, Environment & Sustainability:

The recent Government pr

Business / Royal Gazette

Arch promotes reinsurance, mortage CEOS

June 17, 2026

Arch Capital Group has promoted Jerome Halgan to chief executive of its global reinsurance operations as part of a senior leadership reshuffle at the Bermudian-headquartered re/insurer.
The company an…

News / Royal Gazette

Minister defends having more sway in energy decisions

June 17, 2026

National decisions about Bermuda’s energy mix should not be made in a vacuum when they have “real consequences” for those who pay the bills, the Minister of Home Affairs said today.
Alexa Lightbourne …

News / Royal Gazette

No ‘incidents of note’ at heroes weekend events

June 17, 2026

Special events held over the National Heroes long weekend went “without a hitch”, a police commander said today.
The Bermuda Police Service conducted a heightened programme of high visibility policing…

Bernews / Business

Everest & Stone Point Launch Annapurna Re

June 17, 2026

Everest Group, Ltd. announced that it has partnered with Stone Point Insurance Solutions to launch Annapurna Re Ltd., a Bermuda-based casualty reinsurance sidecar. A spokesperson said, “Funds managed by Stone Point will serve as the inaugural, anchor investors in this multi-year vehicle. “As part of the transaction, Annapurna is expected to deploy approximately $600 million …

Bernews / Sport

School Indoor Rowing Event Planned

June 17, 2026

Longtails Rowing Club founder Zoe Oduntan is spearheading plans to launch an Inter-School Indoor Rowing Championships in Bermuda. Oduntan, 13, said she first presented the idea to representatives from the Department of Sport and Recreation before reaching out to schools to gauge interest in the initiative. Nine of the 13 schools she contacted expressed an …

Bernews / News

Mirrors Celebrates CPLA Cohort Achievements

June 17, 2026

The Mirrors Programme celebrated the accomplishments of Community Programme Leadership Academy [CPLA] Cohort 20 during its closing ceremony on June 6, at the Spanish Point Boat Club. A spokesperson said “The event brought together Emerging Leaders, Life Coaches, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinée Furbert, JP, MP, families, and supporters to …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermudian star Walker Selley scoops Gold Glove MVP as Giants secure post-season seed

June 17, 2026

College of the Sequoias are gearing up for the postseason after landing a host of student-athletes on the Central Valley Conference (CVC) honors list ahead of t

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

London’s main indexes gain on miners boost ahead of Fed, BoE decisions

June 17, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 closed up 0.14% at 10,508.61 points, while the midcap FTSE 250 added 0.16%

International News via Reuters:

Britain’s FTSE ind

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Congo Ebola response strained a month after WHO declares international emergency

June 17, 2026

A month after the World Health Organization declared an international emergency, the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain has grown to more than 800 confirmed

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK-India trade deal to start in July after reassurance on steel

June 17, 2026

The deal is forecast to boost British GDP by £4.8 billion ($6.5 billion) and increase bilateral trade by £25.5 billion in the long run, according to UK govern

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

EU parliament backs law allowing offshore detention centres

June 17, 2026

The move underlines the rise in anti-immigration sentiment across the European Union over the past decade that has broadened popular support for far-right parti

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

IOD World Championship: Discards shake up leaderboard as Bromby maintains title chase

June 17, 2026

The high-stakes tactical battle at the 2026 International One Design (IOD) World Championship intensified on Day Three in Marblehead, as the introduction of the

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Think Pink with Billy Griffith

June 17, 2026

This week on Think Pink, Jasmine sits down with tourism veteran Billy Griffith for an insightful conversation on the state of Bermuda’s tourism industry. From

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermuda suffer tough opening defeat against clinical Panama

June 17, 2026

Bermuda endured a difficult opening day at the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group III tennis tournament, falling to a clinical 3-0 defeat against Panama in San

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Teenager Dominic Wright stars with debut 10km victory in Cayman Islands

June 17, 2026

Thirteen-year-old Dominic Wright stole the headlines at Seven Mile Beach, defying his age to claim a stunning age-group victory on his debut 10km open water swi

News / Royal Gazette

Careers fair for jobs in Public Service open to all

June 17, 2026

High school students, job seekers and professionals were invited to learn about working in the Public Service at a Career Fair and Expo being held tomorrow.
The free event is open to the public and wa…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Bermuda teams to play in US National Ball Hockey League

June 17, 2026

The National Ball Hockey League season in Bermuda is wrapping up with champions matches this weekend.
Played over two weekends at Pembroke Community Club, the league fixtures are being used to determ…

Business / Royal Gazette

John Wight retires as BCL chairman

June 17, 2026

Bermuda Container Line announced today the retirement of John Wight as chairman of the company’s board of directors after 15 years in the role.
George Hutchings, BCL’s deputy chairman, has been elect…

Business / Royal Gazette

John Wight retires as BCL chairman

June 17, 2026

Bermuda Container Line announced today the retirement of John Wight as chairman of the company’s board of directors after 15 years in the role.
George Hutchings, BCL’s deputy chairman, has been elect…

News / Royal Gazette

Senior housing project proposed for Southampton

June 17, 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities has sought approval to erect a three-storey senior living facility in Southampton.
The Village at Cann Park II, proposed for construction near the junction o…

News / Royal Gazette

Senior housing project proposed for Southampton

June 17, 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities has sought approval to erect a three-storey senior living facility in Southampton.
The Village at Cann Park II, proposed for construction near the junction o…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Peter Bromby’s IOD title hopes hang in balance

June 17, 2026

Peter Bromby’s title hopes suffered another setback after he lost further ground on leader Peter Wickwire on the third day of racing at the IOD World Championship in Marblehead, Massachusetts, on Tue…

Royal Gazette / Sport

More young junior players introduced to pickleball

June 17, 2026

More than 200 students participated in a series of school pickleball events over the past two weeks, culminating in the Caribbean Championships Junior Pickleball Showcase held on Saturday at WER Joell…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Medals galore at Deloitte Pickleball Open

June 17, 2026

Hasan Khan and Rachel Sawden were crowned men and women’s singles champions at the Deloitte Pickleball Open when the tournament concluded at Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club over the weekend…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Police make 37 arrests over Heroes Day weekend

June 17, 2026

Thirteen held on outstanding warrants as officers report safe carnival events but ongoing concerns over impaired driving

Image: Bermuda Police Service

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Last call to register for Move More Bermuda Games

June 17, 2026

The over 50s event takes place on Friday at the Flora Duffy Stadium

The Ministry of Health is reminding individuals aged 50 and above to register now for

Bernews / News

37 Arrests Over Holiday Long Weekend

June 17, 2026

The police confirmed that there were “no incidents of note at any of the various social events held over the National Heroes Day holiday weekend,” however 37 people were arrested over the holiday long weekend, from June 12 – 16, for offenses including outstanding warrants, impaired driving, possession of bladed articles, theft, trespassing and more. A …