Think Pink with Billy Griffith
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 suffer tough opening defeat against clinical Panama
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
Teenager Dominic Wright stars with debut 10km victory in Cayman Islands
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
Careers fair for jobs in Public Service open to all
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…
The free event is open to the public and wa…
Bermuda teams to play in US National Ball Hockey League
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…
Played over two weekends at Pembroke Community Club, the league fixtures are being used to determ…
John Wight retires as BCL chairman
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…
George Hutchings, BCL’s deputy chairman, has been elect…
John Wight retires as BCL chairman
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…
George Hutchings, BCL’s deputy chairman, has been elect…
Senior housing project proposed for Southampton
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…
The Village at Cann Park II, proposed for construction near the junction o…
Senior housing project proposed for Southampton
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…
The Village at Cann Park II, proposed for construction near the junction o…
Peter Bromby’s IOD title hopes hang in balance
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…
More young junior players introduced to pickleball
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…
Medals galore at Deloitte Pickleball Open
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…
Police make 37 arrests over Heroes Day weekend
Thirteen held on outstanding warrants as officers report safe carnival events but ongoing concerns over impaired driving
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Last call to register for Move More Bermuda Games
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
37 Arrests Over Holiday Long Weekend
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 …
Planning Application For 110 One Bedrooms
A planning application has been submitted for 110 one-bedroom senior living units in Southampton which is “designed to provide safe, affordable, accessible and age-friendly residential accommodation for Bermuda’s growing senior population.” The notification stated, “Proposed 3-storey senior living residential building for Sea Express Lane – Cann Park II comprising of; 110 one-bedroom units, with associated …
AI use in UK hits ‘tipping point’ as companies scale up, Google exec says
Businesses and government bodies that were testing AI tools a year ago are now using them to run more complex processes and improve productivity
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UK orders Google to improve search transparency to boost competition
Google must rank organic search results using objective criteria, increase transparency around rankings, introduce clearer complaint processes, and allow users
Daniel Phillips Opens With Straight-Sets Victory
Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips opened qualifying at the M15 Kayseri tournament in Turkey with a straight-sets victory over Latvia’s Aleksandrs Sotikovs. The 21-year-old won the first qualifying-round match 6-1, 6-2 on outdoor hard courts. Phillips controlled the match throughout, dropping just three games as he advanced in the qualifying draw. Related Stories Photos: Manders …
Tiara DeRosa On National Championships
Discus thrower Tiara DeRosa said she hopes to break her national record when she returns home to compete at the National Championships at the Flora Duffy Stadium this weekend. DeRosa broke the national discus record three times during a Bermuda National Athletics Association meet at the Flora Duffy Stadium in March. Her current record stands …
UK inflation unexpectedly sticks at 13-month low before BoE rate decision
Sterling weakened a little against the U.S. dollar after the data, British government bond yields fell to a new two-month low and investors slightly trimmed the
ECB wage tracker shows muted pay pressure despite war inflation
The ECB fears workers will demand compensation for rapid inflation, much like in 2022, triggering a self-reinforcing cycle that can only be tamed through higher
Seadrill Prices $700M Senior Notes Offering
Seadrill Limited announced the pricing of a $700 million offering of 6.750% Senior Notes due 2034. A spokesperson said, “Seadrill Limited announced today that Seadrill Finance Limited, an exempted company limited by shares incorporated under the laws of Bermuda and a wholly owned subsidiary of Seadrill has priced its offering pursuant to Rule 144A and …
Langley Finishes 3rd In Pennsylvania Triathlon
Bermuda’s Jackson Langley delivered an impressive podium performance at the Jenny Lee Tri Cup in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, finishing third in the Junior Elite Boys Final. The teenager completed the race in 33 minutes, 37.14 seconds, earning a strong third-place finish in a highly competitive field. The Bermudian produced a well-balanced performance across all three …
BHB withholds emergency department review records
Procurement paperwork for an external review of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital’s overcrowded emergency department will not be published until after the contract is awarded.
A Bermuda Hospitals Boar…
A Bermuda Hospitals Boar…
Electricity Act change risks ‘ministerial interference’
Belco has spoken out against changes to the Electricity Act, warning that they raise the risk of ministerial interference in the decision-making process for the island’s future energy mix.
Legisla…
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 16 2026
June 16 saw 6,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $153,607.00 BD. 5,000 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 9.0% at $23.99 per share, while the other 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 1.5% at $34.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,690.51, up 0.55% on …
Bromby Maintains 2nd Place At IOD Worlds
Bermudian sailor Peter Bromby holds second place, while fellow Bermudian Kelsey Durham sits ninth, following the third day of racing at the 2026 International One Design [IOD] World Championship in Marblehead, Massachusetts. With the discard rule now applied, competitors were able to drop their worst individual race score, reshaping the standings across the fleet. Bromby, …
Move More Games Registration Closes Today
The Ministry of Health is encouraging residents aged 50 and over to register for the Move More Bermuda Games 2026, set for June 19 at Flora Duffy Stadium, featuring a range of track, field, and community activities promoting active living and social connection. A Government spokesperson added, “The Ministry of Health is reminding individuals aged …
G7 leaders demand ceasefire in Lebanon, welcome Iran deal
The leaders met for a summit in the French town of Evian-les-Bains on Lake Geneva, while details of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement trickled out of Washington
UK house prices rose by 3.8% in year to April, ONS says
The ONS said this marked the biggest annual rise in house prices since March 2025, before Stamp Duty Land Tax changes that came into force in April 2025
EU antitrust chief urges EU countries to back cross-border bank deals
Ribera’s comments echoed those of EU policymakers who have recently renewed calls for cross-border bank mergers to address the multi-trillion-euro investments n
UK stocks edge lower as investors assess inflation before BoE decision
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.14% to 10,479.77 points by 0936 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.4%
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Sam Williamson reclaims record and ‘proves people wrong’
A few weeks ago Sam Williamson was swimming in a sea of disappointment after being left out of the Central American and Caribbean Games squad — and with Commonwealth Games qualification seemingly out …
WRC Establish Partnership With NY Center
The Women’s Resource Centre held a meeting with the New York-based reproductive healthcare provider CHOICES and the “two organizations agreed to establish a formal referral partnership to strengthen pathways to care for women in Bermuda who may require services not currently available locally. A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] hosted a stakeholder meeting …
Watch: Sweeter future for Ashley’s Lemonade
Soft-drink entrepreneur Ashley Stephens continues to grow her brand with a seasonal business now set to expand into a year-round operation scheduled for the Wesley Square location and a more permanent…
Gallagher Re expects quieter Atlantic hurricane season
Global insurance industry losses were 40 to 45 per cent below normal for the first half of this year, according to Gallagher Re’s chief science officer.
Steve Bowen said that amounted to losses of bet…
Steve Bowen said that amounted to losses of bet…
Wright Wins PanAm 10Km Open Water Race
Bermuda’s Dominic Wright delivered a superb performance to win the Male 14-15 10km category at the PanAm Aquatics Open Water Swimming Series in the Cayman Islands. Competing in the boys’ 14-15 age group, Wright produced an impressive swim, completing the race in 2 hours, 13 minutes and 10.33 seconds to claim first place in his …
Bascome & Coventry Claim Six Wicket Victory
Bermudian cricket player Okera Bascome contributed with both the bat and in the field as Coventry & North Warwickshire CC secured a six-wicket victory over Stratford-upon-Avon CC in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division in England. Coventry & North Warwickshire won the toss and elected to field, with Stratford-upon-Avon scoring 195-8 in 50 overs. …
Aaliyah Nolan Earns Top Scorer Award
Bermudian footballer Aaliyah Nolan has been named Bradford City Women’s 2025/26 Top Goalscorer. The award was presented as Bradford City Women held their end-of-season awards presentation, recognising players and team achievements from the campaign. Nolan, a Bermuda women’s national team player, enjoyed a productive season in front of goal for the English club, with Bradford …
Tennis Team Start Competing In El Salvador
Bermuda fell 3-0 to Panama as they opened their Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group III campaign in Santa Tecla, El Salvador. The Bermuda squad, featuring Asia-Leigh Hollis, Alexcie Burrows, Nadhira Durham and player-captain Shelby Madeiros, began competition at the Federacion Salvadorena de Tenis. Panama took the lead in the opening singles match, with Michelle …
McCurdy, Osmond & Teeters Earn Honours
The Bermuda Race Foundation announced Sheila McCurdy, Dr. John D. Osmond III, and James Teeters will be inducted into the Bermuda Race Roll of Honour, which recognizes and celebrates extraordinary achievement in or concerning the Newport Bermuda Race and its predecessor races, in the fall. A spokesperson said, “The Roll of Honour includes the race’s …
More Than 200 Students Join Pickleball Events
More than 200 students participated in a series of school pickleball events over the past two weeks, culminating in the Caribbean Championships Junior Showcase held on June 13 at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis Stadium. A spokesperson said, “”The Showcase brought together many of Bermuda’s top young pickleball players who earned qualification opportunities through the Bermuda …
Reggie Lambe Joins Ipswich Wanderers
Reggie Lambe has joined Ipswich Wanderers for the upcoming season, with the club expressing its excitement about adding the experienced Bermudian footballer to the squad. A statement from the UK based club said “The news is finally out, and we’re absolutely delighted to welcome Reggie Lambe to Ipswich Wanderers for the upcoming season! “Reggie brings …
LaLique Simmons Launches ‘30 For 30’ Initiative
LaLique Simmons will mark her upcoming 30th birthday with the “30 for 30” initiative on July 19, inviting the community to help create and distribute care packages for individuals and families in need. A spokesperson said, “In celebration of her upcoming 30th birthday, LaLique Simmons is choosing to give back to the community through a …
“Looking at the conduct of
“Looking at the conduct of our leader over the weekend, I’ve never seen the leader of our country behave in this manner,” the parliamentarian said. “When you’re in a leadership role, people are watching. There are certain things that come with the responsibility of being the leader of a country.”
Fire in Dockyard
A blaze broke out in Dockyard early this evening, sending plumes of thick smoke into the air.It might have emanated from the Sally Port Dump facility, but no on
Bermuda will come together next
Bermuda will come together next week to honor the life and legacy of one of its most influential leaders as a funeral is held for former Premier and National Hero Sir John William David Swan.
Blaze breaks out at West End
A fire has broken out near sunset this evening in the Dockyard area, sending a column of black smoke from what appears to be the vicinity of the Sally Port dump.
Footage showed a major blaze in progre…
Footage showed a major blaze in progre…
Video: Minister & Polaris On Paving Partnership
Polaris Holding Company Limited CEO Randy Rochester and Public Works and Environment Minister Jache Adams outlined a new partnership to advance road paving, with the Minister saying that “Government has secured a partnership with Surface Expertise Limited to undertake the next phase of paving works along Middle Road.” Randy Rochester, CEO of Polaris Holding Company …