OBA calls on government to end sugar tax, which generates $6-7m annually
The One Bermuda Alliance has called for the government to end the 75% tariff on sugar-sweetened products that they said is a burden on shoppers
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In light of three confirmed
In light of three confirmed firearms incidents in a matter of days, I feel the need as Commissioner of Police to reassure the community that your Bermuda Police Service remains steadfast in its efforts to bring those responsible to justice and to prevent these situations from threatening the safety and wellbeing of residents.
DeSilva pushes back on housing critics
Minister says Government is moving with “purpose” and “speed” on affordable housing projects
Proposed drawings by the Bermuda Housing Corporation
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Police ‘stepping up presence’ in wake of three gun incidents
The island can expect some disruption to movement caused by a police activity in response to “three confirmed firearms incidents in a matter of days”, Darrin Simons, the Commissioner of Police, told t…
‘Further Stepping Up Of Heightened Presence’
Following the three recent firearm incidents, the Commissioner of Police said there “will be a further stepping up of our already heightened presence” which “will likely result in some disruptions due to increased stop and search activity, traffic calming and other initiatives.” Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “In light of three confirmed firearms incidents …
Minister On Caricom Public Consultation
The public consultation on the Green Paper on Caricom membership closes on Sunday [May 31], Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said, adding that at the close of this consultation phase, the Ministry will review all feedback received and “then prepare a White Paper that sets the Government’s settled position.” Speaking in the House of …
Caricom membership won’t cost $2.28 million, says Lightbourne
The anticipated annual cost of full membership in Caricom will be under $300,000, not more than $2 million, MPs heard in the House of Assembly.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, said …
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of Home Affairs, said …
Police to increase stop-and-search activities in wake of shootings
Commissioner offers reassurance in the wake of three firearms incidents in recent days
In light of three confirmed firearms incidents in a matter of days, I
Police commissioner to ramp up stop and search following firearms incidents
Commissioner of Police, Darrin Simons reassured the community that the Bermuda Police Service remains steadfast in its efforts to bring those responsible to jus
Govt Intends To Buy Compass Point Building
The Government intends to purchase the Compass Point Building on Bermudiana Road, Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams said, adding that the building “provides over 81,000 square feet of structurally sound office space” and the negotiated purchase price is $14.5 million. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29] the Minister said, “I …
Frantic opening round sets elite baseline for Netball Bermuda’s Summer League
Netball Bermuda’s highly anticipated Summer League season burst into life at Bernard Park with a frantic four-match opening schedule split evenly across the C
Waldron secures late podium finish to cap demanding night in Indiana
Bermudian harness racing driver Kiwon Waldron endured a grueling, high-intensity night under the floodlights at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, competing in f
Bermuda represented as Concacaf launches landmark women’s club licensing regulations
Bermuda was firmly represented at the table in Mexico City as Concacaf hosted its high-profile W Professional Football Development Seminar. The two-day summit b
Lauritzen clinches PGA Tour exemption after playoff drama in Arizona
Grand Canyon University’s Nixon Lauritzen has secured a dream PGA Tour exemption to the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship after defeating the University o
Rats on the rise
Government issues advice after an uptick in rodent activity – and also offers advice on how to keep mosquitos at bay
The Ministry of Health is reminding re
Burt outlines next phase of digital finance strategy
The Government plans to introduce legislation allowing Bermuda to accept stablecoin payments and manage certain public financial assets in digital form, David Burt told the House of Assembly today, as…
Minister On Pilot Hearing Support Program
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has introduced a pilot hearing support program to provide support towards the cost of hearing assessments and hearing devices for adults in financial need who are uninsured or underinsured.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29], Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tineé Furbert …
Illegal miners extract billions in Amazon gold despite Brazil crackdown, Greenpeace finds
Lula pledged upon taking office in 2023 to eliminate illegal gold mining from Indigenous lands and protected areas after years of expansion encouraged by far-ri
Canadian accused of selling lethal chemical online pleads guilty to aiding suicide
Wearing tan pants, a white shirt and dark suit jacket, Kenneth Law, 60, was emotionless as he entered the pleas on Friday at the Ontario Superior Court of Jus
Rescuers pull first trapped person from flooded Laos cave
Seven Lao nationals had entered the cave in Xaisomboun province to prospect for gold, but their exit was blocked, leaving them trapped for more than a week
Dollar set for second weekly loss amid U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal
U.S. President Donald Trump said he would make a final decision on Friday over a deal with Iran to extend their ceasefire
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Minister Diallo Rabain On Grow Local Initiative
Minister Diallo Rabain announced the launch of the “Grow Local” initiative, an online facilitation tool designed to connect private landowners with farmers, with an aim to increase the island’s local food production. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29] the Minister said, “I rise today to highlight the launch of the Grow Local …
Minister: 229 Residential Units In Initial Phase
The initial phase of the Affordable Housing Programme will deliver 229 residential units, Minister of Housing and Municipalities Zane DeSilva said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today [May 29] the Minister said, ”I rise today to provide this Honourable House with a timely update on this Government’s resolute commitment to addressing one of the most …
Births rise for first time since 2020
Bermuda births rose for the first time in five years while the number of deaths also decreased for the second consecutive year.
However, deaths, at 552, continued to outpace births, at 452, for the e…
However, deaths, at 552, continued to outpace births, at 452, for the e…
Government aims to buy Compass Point for $14.5m
The Government has agreed to buy the former HSBC office building Compass Point for $14.5 million.
Jaché Adams, the Public Works Minister, told the House of Assembly that the purchase of the 81,000 sq…
Jaché Adams, the Public Works Minister, told the House of Assembly that the purchase of the 81,000 sq…
The rising cost of the PLP government’s political staff
The latest Personal Staff report indicates an extra million dollars has been spent year-on-year – and almost all of the hires are listed as ‘political’ in n
Minister On 2025 Registry General Annual Report
“I rise to introduce the Annual Report of the Registry General for the year ended December 31, 2025,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said in the House of Assembly today [May 29] The Minister said, “The Report, which deals primarily with the vital statistics pertaining to the Island’s residential population, indicates that there …
Spring Into the Arts East and West Schools Showcase
Spring Into the Arts East and West Schools Showcase (Photographs by Blaire Simmons)
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Gorch Fock Arrives in Hamilton
Gorch Fock Arrives in Hamilton (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Premier On Advancing Digital Finance In Bermuda
“The same approach that helped make Bermuda a global leader in insurance and reinsurance is now being applied to digital finance,” Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt said in the House of Assembly today [May 29]. The Premier said, “Cabinet has approved policy proposals to advance Bermuda’s digital finance legislative framework. These proposals will …
Man hospitalised following Cedar Park shooting
The Bermuda Police Service said the victim was transported to hospital via private car for treatment for gunshot wounds
Gunshots rang out Wednesday night
Spain’s Sanchez running out of road as corruption probes stack up
Lauded abroad by liberals for standing up to U.S. President Donald Trump and calling out atrocities in Gaza, at home Sanchez trails in the polls and is coming u
Rat attack by Government
Residents have been warned to beware of rats and mosquitoes as the island heads into summer, creating conditions for both pests to multiply.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said the vector control…
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said the vector control…
Tensions are reportedly reaching a
Tensions are reportedly reaching a breaking point inside Bermuda’s maximum-security prison following a large-scale raid at the maximum-security section of Westgate Correctional Facility, according to information reaching TNN.
Blue Origin rocket explodes on launchpad in a setback for bid to catch Musk’s SpaceX
Blue Origin was preparing the rocket for its fourth launch, which was due to deliver 48 Amazon Leo satellites into low-Earth orbit, part of efforts to build a b
Bank of England’s Bailey signals no need to move quickly to curb inflation jump
The BoE’s Monetary Policy Committee kept interest rates on hold on April 30 as it waited to see the economic impact of the Iran war
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Reduce Rodent Activity & Mosquito Breeding
The Ministry of Health is reminding residents to “take simple but important steps to reduce rodent activity and prevent mosquito breeding as warmer months create conditions that allow both pests to multiply.” “The Ministry’s Vector Control team has seen an increase in reports of rodent activity in recent weeks,” said Minister of Health, Kim Wilson. …
Spirit Of Bermuda Returns To Newport Race
The ‘Spirit of Bermuda’ will take part in this year’s Newport to Bermuda race, with the 635-nautical mile race set to take place next month. A statement from the Newport Race organisers said, “A legendary race deserves a legendary boat. “In 2026, the Newport Bermuda Race will celebrate its 120th anniversary, along with 100 years of …
European Commission debates policy shift to protect industry from China
The European Union’s executive aims to pitch ideas ahead of an EU leaders’ summit on June 18 to 19
International News via Reuters:
European commissi
On average 11 children killed or injured every 24 hours in past week in Lebanon, says UN children’s agency
Heavy Israeli strikes hit towns and villages in southern Lebanon overnight on Wednesday and into Thursday, after Israel declared a new swathe of the area “a
WHO says 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola
An outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola is continuing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with cases also reported in Uganda
International Ne
Oil steadies as market awaits possible US-Iran ceasefire deal
Brent crude futures for July were down 34 cents, or 0.3%, at $94.05 a barrel by 0810 GMT
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Oil futures steadied on Fri
Sterling edges lower, BoE’s Bailey signals no rush to raise rates
Reports said the U.S. and Iran had agreed to extend their ceasefire and lift shipping restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz, but the deal still awaits appro
Butterfield agrees to acquire CIBC Caribbean in $1.8bn deal
Butterfield Bank has agreed to acquire CIBC Caribbean Bank in a $1.8 billion deal.
CIBC Caribbean, which operates in ten countries in the region and is headquartered in Barbados, is the Caribbean arm …
CIBC Caribbean, which operates in ten countries in the region and is headquartered in Barbados, is the Caribbean arm …
Analysis: Butterfield poised to become regional powerhouse
For the second time in its 168-year history, Butterfield Bank yesterday agreed to a deal which involves the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce taking a 22 per cent stake in the bank — but the circumst…
Watch: Fishel floats electric paddleboard business
Patrick Fishel was paddleboarding around King’s Point in Sandys when the tides switched on him and the winds changed.
On an ordinary board he could have had difficulty getting back to shore, but on hi…
On an ordinary board he could have had difficulty getting back to shore, but on hi…
Hayward: social supports would be key under my leadership
Jason Hayward would strengthen the island’s social structures to ensure “no one falls through the cracks” if he becomes the Premier, he has said.
Mr Hayward, the Minister of Economy and Labour, who i…
Mr Hayward, the Minister of Economy and Labour, who i…
Broadway musical starring Bermudian to close early
Theatre fans have until June 21 to see Bermudian Tony nominee Nicholas Christopher on Broadway after it was announced his show will close early.
While Chess was originally scheduled to run at the Imp…
While Chess was originally scheduled to run at the Imp…
The Ministry concluded its island-wide
The Ministry concluded its island-wide town hall series with a final session in St. George’s, completing an engagement that publicly opened in March 2026 with the release of the Green Paper.
Phone data discussed during murder trial
A data analyst told the Supreme Court about phone several phone exchanges leading up to and after a young father was killed in 2011.
Lauren Bell, with the Bermuda Police Service, testified during the …
Lauren Bell, with the Bermuda Police Service, testified during the …