UK shares edge higher as benign inflation data reassures investors
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index gained 0.13% as of 10:40 am GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 0.29%
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UK shares rose
Sterling dips after British inflation cools in April
Sterling was last down 0.07% at $1.3384, not far from a nearly six-week low of $1.3304 that was touched on Friday
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Answer to Who’s the Daddy cahow mystery to be revealed
The mystery surrounding the paternity of a cahow chick on Nonsuch Island will be revealed at an event this evening [MAY-20].
The question of “Who’s the Daddy” will finally be answered at the Speciali…
The question of “Who’s the Daddy” will finally be answered at the Speciali…
When will it end? 2026 road deaths swell to eight overnight
Police have announced three road deaths tied to separate incidents, bringing the total to eight in the first five months of 2026.
Leroy Smith, 43, who was involved in a crash on April 30, was named a…
Leroy Smith, 43, who was involved in a crash on April 30, was named a…
Robinson was shot from several feet away, expert tells court
A forensic pathologist told a Supreme Court jury that a young father was likely to have been fatally shot from several feet away.
Christopher Milroy spoke during the trial of Devon Hewey, who has deni…
Christopher Milroy spoke during the trial of Devon Hewey, who has deni…
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 19 2026
May 19 saw 7 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $168.00 BD. 7 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $24.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,540.87, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available …
Beachgoers on Bermuda’s South Shore
Beachgoers on Bermuda’s South Shore were treated to an extraordinary and historic sight on Saturday when an Atlantic sturgeon — a species rarely seen in Bermuda waters — was spotted along the coastline.
OBA chair steps down
One Bermuda Alliance chair William Soares has stepped down from the role he took up last September.
An OBA statement said Mr Soares had been replaced by Jeremy Shrubb as interim chair.
Mr Soares was…
An OBA statement said Mr Soares had been replaced by Jeremy Shrubb as interim chair.
Mr Soares was…
Promotions at Brown & Brown Bermuda
Jennifer Masters has been promoted to managing director, international operations leader at Brown & Brown Bermuda and remains the Bermuda captive leader, the company said today.
In addition, Abiga…
In addition, Abiga…
Everest sells Colombia insurance business to AIG
Everest has agreed to sell its Colombia insurance operation to American International Group as the company embarks on a broader strategy to streamline its business and concentrate on core operations.
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LIVE: CARICOM Town Hall in St. George’s
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CARICOM Public Town Hall at Penno’s Wharf, St. George’s, Tuesday 19th May 2026
BELCO President On Energy, Policy, Costs, More
“Following last night’s public town hall on the National Electricity Sector Policy [NESP], Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited [BELCO] wishes to add its voice to the conversation on Bermuda’s energy future,” BELCO President Wayne Caines said. Mr Caines said: “Everyone in Bermuda wants affordable, reliable and sustainable electricity. Achieving this goal will require the entire …
Senate: Order Of Business For May 20th
The Senate is scheduled to be in session on Wednesday [May 20], and the statements listed on the Order Paper include the Tabling of the Treatment of Offenders Board and the Parole Board 2025 Reports, the Corrections Reform: Accountability and Action, the 2026 Census of Population and Housing, and the Pay Transparency Policy: Public Consultation. …
Hospital & Ministry On ‘Patient Flow Protocols’
The Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] and the Ministry of Health said that “strengthened patient‑flow protocols are already delivering meaningful improvements across the hospital. ” A spokesperson said, “The enhanced discharge process now includes several coordinated steps to improve patient movement through the system. An estimated date of discharge is set by the hospitalist within 24 …
Marriage Notice: MARISA BARON & TEOFILO DA COSTA AGUIAR
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- MARISA ANN BARON ofWarwick Parish (Single) andTEOFILO DA COSTA AGUIAR of Warwick Parish (Divorced)
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Marriage Notice: RENZ TUMANGAN & ANNE MENDOZA
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- RENZ KEVIN ANINON TUMANGAN ofPembroke Parish (Single) andANNE HAZEL MAY SANTOS MENDOZA of Pembroke Parish (Single)
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Mereo expands into excess casualty insurance
Mereo Insurance Ltd has expanded into excess casualty insurance through a renewal rights transaction with Everen Specialty Ltd.
The insurer said it will become the carrier for new and renewed busines…
The insurer said it will become the carrier for new and renewed busines…
Hospital establishes discharge lounge to ease bed woes
A ten-bed discharge lounge has been established at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital to ease pressure on the facility’s Emergency Department and reduce the need for bed boarding.
The move, which w…
The move, which w…
Caines: solar power generators must protect Belco customers
The president of Belco has called for all electricity generators, including those used by private solar energy companies, to be cost-regulated and to protect his company’s customers.
Wayne Caines, who…
Wayne Caines, who…
UK finance ministry presses supermarkets to cap food prices, sources say
The proposals come as Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government seeks to address an ongoing cost of living crisis and follow a similar move by the Scottish Natio
Google courts coders and consumers at I/O, touts cheaper AI model for enterprises
Alphabet, which recently came within striking distance of Nvidia as the world’s most valuable company, also reinforced its core consumer products including Se
NATO not drawing up plans for Hormuz mission, top commander says
Any decision to launch a mission would require the approval of all NATO’s 32 members and several have already signalled opposition, although no formal proposal
UK allows diesel and jet fuel imports from Russian crude via sanctions carve-out
The move follows a similar step by the United States, which on Monday extended a sanctions waiver allowing purchases of Russian seaborne oil to support energy-v
Allshores is partnering with the
Allshores is partnering with the DailyMale with a donation of $270,000 over three years.
The donation will support the use of their medical van for screening outreach by the DailyMale and other healthcare organisations.
The donation will support the use of their medical van for screening outreach by the DailyMale and other healthcare organisations.
Cahow paternity mystery to be revealed tomorrow
Bermudian researchers will unveil groundbreaking DNA findings that challenge long-held beliefs about the endangered seabird
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Allshores the only stock to trade on BSX
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index was unchanged on 3,540.87 today.
Allshores was the only issuer to trade, with seven shares changing hands as the insurer remained unchanged on $24.
The US-listed shares of…
Allshores was the only issuer to trade, with seven shares changing hands as the insurer remained unchanged on $24.
The US-listed shares of…
Police Appeal: Locate 14-Year-Old Taeore Wolffe
The Bermuda Police Service said they are “appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Taeore Wolffe.” A police spokesperson said, “She is described as brown complexioned, approximately 5 feet 3 inches tall, of medium build and is currently believed to have short black hair. “Information suggests that the young woman was most recently seen …
Police Confirm Death Of 43-Year-Old Leroy Smith
The police have now confirmed the death of 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who died due to injuries sustained in a road collision late last month. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who was involved in a single vehicle collision shortly after 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, 30th April …
Deloitte announces sponsorship of Wednesday Night Racing Series
Deloitte Bermuda has announced it is sponsoring the Wednesday Night Racing Series.
Hosted by the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, the series is a fixture on the sailing calendar, with racing takin…
Hosted by the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club, the series is a fixture on the sailing calendar, with racing takin…
Bermuda marks three road deaths after a series of crashes
Police have announced three road deaths tied to separate incidents bringing the total number to eight in just five months of 2026.
Leroy Smith, 43, who was involved in a crash on April 30, was named a…
Leroy Smith, 43, who was involved in a crash on April 30, was named a…
New season of Harbour Nights set to get underway
Harbour Nights is due to re-start on Front Street tomorrow, with an expanded 2026 season. It was called off last week due to bad weathe
The Bermuda Police Service can
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who was involved in a single vehicle collision shortly after 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, 30th April 2026, has succumbed to injuries sustained in that incident.
List of Planning Applications Advertised on May 19, 2026
The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal. or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, Seven Arches Building, 3rd Floor, 44 Church Street West, City of Hamilton HM12.
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Kim Burns Pickleball Tournament Concludes
The third annual Kim Burns Memorial Pickleball Tournament concluded its third day of competition at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium with the final knockout rounds and medal presentations across multiple singles divisions. In the Men’s 3.5 Singles Open division, Donin Trott won the gold medal. Trott advanced from Pool A after defeating Micah Dottin 15-2 …
Barnett & Medeiros-Cooke Set For NORCECA
The Bermuda Volleyball Association announced that Benjamin Barnett and Braedon Medeiros-Cooke will represent Bermuda at the upcoming 4th Stage of the NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour taking place in Madero, Tamaulipas, Mexico, May 22–24, 2026. A spokesperson said, “The Tournament will bring together top beach volleyball teams from across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, …
Allshores Announces Partnership With DailyMale
Allshores is partnering with the DailyMale, making a $270,000 donation to help expand mobile medical van screenings. A spokesperson said, “Allshores is partnering with the DailyMale with a donation of $270,000 over three years. “The donation will support the use of their medical van for screening outreach by the DailyMale and other healthcare organisations. The …
Police Confirm: Two Separate Fatal Collisions
Two men died yesterday [May 18] in two separate road traffic collisions, the police have confirmed, A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the deaths of two men who lost their lives as a result of separate road traffic collisions yesterday, 18th May. These tragic incidents bring the total number of fatal …
Sixth road fatality confirmed after Paget crash
Police say Leroy Smith succumbed to injuries sustained in April collision
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm that 43-year-old Leroy Smith, who wa
Two fatal crashes recorded in one day
Police confirmed the deaths of two men following separate road collisions on Monday
The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the deaths of two men who
HSBC Bermuda names Simmons as new chairman
A former chairman of Butterfield Bank has been appointed chairman of HSBC Bermuda.
Barclay Simmons who recently joined the HSBC Bermuda board as an independent non-executive director, succeeds Anthony…
Barclay Simmons who recently joined the HSBC Bermuda board as an independent non-executive director, succeeds Anthony…
Rider fighting for life after two-vehicle crash in Sandys
A motorcycle rider sustained life-threatening injuries following a collision between a livery cycle and a motorcycle in Sandys.
Police said that shortly before midnight on Monday, first responders wer…
Police said that shortly before midnight on Monday, first responders wer…
UK’s FTSE 100 ends marginally higher as bond yields resume their rise
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index closed 0.1% higher at 10,330.5 points after rising as much as 0.8% earlier in the day
FILE PHOTO: Branding is seen inside the L
Ebola deaths in eastern Congo rise to 131, WHO voices deep concern
The new deaths brought to 131 the fatalities associated with the outbreak in eastern DRC
International News via Reuters:
Twenty-six more suspected E
U.S. troop withdrawal will not undermine NATO defence in Europe, top commander says
Grynkewich, speaking in Brussels where he met with military chiefs from NATO countries, added that European allies and Canada are taking more responsibility for
Trump says US may attack Iran again but that Tehran wants deal
Trump was speaking to reporters at the White House a day after saying he had paused a planned resumption of hostilities following a new proposal by Tehran to en
Hospital general wing entrance closed this weekend
An entrance to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital will be closed on Saturday and Sunday.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board announced that the main entrance to the facility’s general wing will be closed durin…
The Bermuda Hospitals Board announced that the main entrance to the facility’s general wing will be closed durin…
Port Royal school reopens after students turned away for a day
Port Royal Primary School reopened its doors today after turning students away for the duration of yesterday.
The Ministry of Education confirmed yesterday that the school was closed because of “insu…
The Ministry of Education confirmed yesterday that the school was closed because of “insu…
Bermuda SailGP champion up for America’s Cup challenge
Newly crowned Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix champion Tom Slingsby has expressed great pride after being appointed as head of sailing for Australia’s first America’s Cup challenge in a quarter of …
Champions crowned after final stand at Kim Burns Memorial
The third annual Kim Burns Memorial Pickleball Tournament reached a dramatic crescendo at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium, with a glittering day of finals bring
Somersfield Academy dominate middle school badminton championships
Somersfield Academy enjoyed a spectacular day on home soil, sweeping three of the four gold medals on offer at the 2026 Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Mid