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Flight drama diverts aircraft to Bermuda

October 6, 2026

A plane was diverted to Bermuda’s airport following a medical emergency.
The Delta aircraft, flight number DL 1780, from San Juan in Puerto Rico destined for Boston, changed course on Monday evening …

Business / Royal Gazette

Three companies trade on BSX

October 6, 2026

Shares of three companies traded on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today as The Royal Gazette/BSX Index climbed 31.95 points, or 0.87 per cent, to close on 3,706.15.
Watlington Waterworks was the biggest …

Business / Royal Gazette

Pacific Life Re enters US longevity market with $3bn deal

October 6, 2026

Bermudian-based Pacific Life Re has entered the US longevity reinsurance market with a $3 billion transaction involving pension liabilities.
The company said it had completed the deal with American Na…

News / TNN

Wayne Caines, President of BELCO,

October 6, 2026

Wayne Caines, President of BELCO, said, “The loss of a mother and son is heartbreaking. Marilyn and Sergio were part of our Bermudafamily, and many of our colleagues are connected to them through family, friendship and our close-knit community. To everyone who is grieving, we stand with you and we surround you with love, prayer and support.

News / Royal Gazette

Alaire has winning touch

October 6, 2026

A Berkeley Institute student has clinched first prize in a contest designed to raise awareness about public access to information rights.
Alaire Brown won the Bermuda Right to Know Day, Youth Social …

Bernews / Sport

Mia Fishel Named To USA Under-23 Squad

October 6, 2026

Mia Fishel has been named in the United States Under-23 Women’s National Team squad for a training camp and two international matches against the Dominican Republic. U.S. Under-23 head coach Heather Dyche named a 24-player squad, made up entirely of players from the National Women’s Soccer League [NWSL], for the camp at the Arthur M. …

Business / Royal Gazette

Veteran realtor Liz Wright joins Coldwell Banker

October 6, 2026

Veteran realtor Liz Wright has joined the Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty’s residential sales and rentals team.
The firm said Ms Wright is a highly respected real estate professional with more than 30 …

News / Royal Gazette

Barbados Association holds successful relaunch

October 6, 2026

After a brief hiatus, the Barbados Association of Bermuda is back and ready to reconnect, engage and celebrate the strong social, cultural and diplomatic ties between the two countries.
The BAB last m…

News / Royal Gazette

Walk miles and bring smiles to Move Your Feet for Autism

October 6, 2026

Walkers were invited to take part in an event to mark the 19th anniversary of Tomorrow’s Voices and raise money for autism causes.
The fourth annual “Move Your Feet for Autism” 5K Family Walk fundrais…

Bernews / News

BELCO ‘Join The Community In Mourning’

October 6, 2026

BELCO said they “join the community in mourning the six people who lost their lives in the recent air tragedy.” A spokesperson said, “Among those lost were two Bermudians, Marilyn Lavonne Bean and her son, Sergio Wayne Lottimore. The companies also remember Philip Gregory Childerhose, Thomas Henry Farquhar, Sarah Jane Paton and Jolene Beth Weir …

News / Royal Gazette

Artist shares award delight

October 6, 2026

Winning an award at a ceremony celebrating the outstanding contributions of Black residents in the Greater Manchester area topped off a “beautiful evening” for a Bermudian artist last week.
Gherdai Ha…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Tyler Steede signs for Torquay United academy

October 6, 2026

Tyler Steede is determined to grasp an opportunity to further develop his skills at non-league side Torquay United with both hands.
The promising midfielder recently agreed to the terms of an undisclo…

Bernews / Business

13 Businesses Join BEDC Incubator Programme

October 6, 2026

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has welcomed 13 local businesses into the 8th cohort of its Enterprise Bermuda Incubator program. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] has welcomed 13 local businesses into the 8th cohort of its Enterprise Bermuda Incubator program. The Incubator supports entrepreneurs who are launching a new venture …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK police make further arrest over suspected Fairford airbase plot

October 6, 2026

Counter Terrorism Policing said the man was arrested in Westminster and officers had searched a property in the same area FILE PHOTO: Armed police officers stand guard on a road…

Bernews / News

Govt Pays Tribute To Air Ambulance Crew

October 6, 2026

The Bermuda Government has extended condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of four crew members who were onboard the air ambulance. Following the official release of their names by the U.S Coast Guard and the Canadian air ambulance company, a Government spokesperson said, “We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, colleagues and loved …

Bernews / News

Bermuda National Gallery Hosts Biennial Preview

October 6, 2026

The Bermuda National Gallery recently hosted its Members’ Preview of the 2026 Bermuda Biennial, attended by approximately 200 guests. A spokesperson said, “Two hundred people attended the Bermuda National Gallery’s Members’ Preview of the 2026 Bermuda Biennial on Friday, September 25. Guests enjoyed a custom cocktail by Goslings inspired by one of the artworks on …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Spain approves housing decrees that triggered snap election

October 6, 2026

Sanchez said on Monday he was bringing forward an election previously scheduled for 2027 because failing to garner enough support for his proposals to address a housing crisis made him…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Warwick Academy and Whitney Institute claim Bermuda tournament glory

October 6, 2026

Warwick Academy and Whitney Institute lifted the silverware after a dramatic afternoon of middle school hockey in Bermuda. Warwick Academy White captured the girls’ championship with a clinical 2-0 win…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

World shares advance as oil falls, bond yields retreat

October 6, 2026

Futures pointed to a record-high open for the S&P 500 for the first time since mid-August, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq was on track for a third consecutive all-time high International…

Royal Gazette / Sport

College round-up: Bermuda’s young sports stars in action

October 6, 2026

Football

Jace Donawa featured in both University of Carolina’s wins in the past seven days as the Tar Heels extended their winning streak to three. Donawa played 32 minutes in the 2-0 win ove…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Steven Riley to call time on Team Bermuda after 40 years

October 6, 2026

Steven Riley will bring 40 years of competing for Bermuda to an end when he competes in the Bowling World Cup next week.
Riley has been a stalwart of the national team as a player and team manager bu…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

AMD plans to substantially increase supply in 2027, CEO says

October 6, 2026

AMD, Nvidia’s closest rival in AI graphics processors, has been rapidly expanding its AI chip business, with its market value recently topping $1 trillion amid an AI-driven rally FILE PHOTO:…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Muso sparks McDaniel College fightback in Georgia

October 6, 2026

Bermuda’s Dylan Muso mounted an impressive second-round turnaround to anchor McDaniel College into a tie for 10th place at the West Pines Collegiate Golf Tournament. The Maryland-based outfit closed round…

Bermuda Broadcasting / Sport

Bermuda target podium in Munich as manager Riley prepares for swansong

October 6, 2026

Bermuda’s national men’s bowling team depart for Munich this week to contest the 2026 International Bowling Federation (IBF) World Cup, targeting global honours in what will be an emotional finale…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Augustus primed for Clutch Tour Championship battle

October 6, 2026

Daniel Augustus is keeping his feet planted firmly on the ground heading into this week’s Clutch Tour Tier 2 Championship in Surrey, England.
The Ocean View professional refuses to burden himself with…

News / Royal Gazette

King congratulates church on 400th anniversary

October 6, 2026

King Charles III gave his well wishes to a Bermudian church as it celebrated its 400th anniversary this week.
The Reverend Carl Williams, with St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in Warwick, received t…

Bermuda Broadcasting / Sport

Gale strikes twice in four minutes to break Bermudian hearts

October 6, 2026

A devastating four-minute brace from talisman Thierry Gale condemned Bermuda to a dramatic 2-1 defeat against Barbados at the BFA Technical Centre in Bridgetown. Following an attritional opening hour in…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Revised Customs Traveller Declaration forms are now in effect

October 6, 2026

The Customs Department advises the public that the new Customs Traveller Declaration (Customs Form 98 (3/26) is now in effect as of 1 October 2026. The revised Form 98 updates…

News / Royal Gazette

Grief charity gives condolences to grieving family

October 6, 2026

The head of a grief and mourning charity extended condolences and counselling services after an aircraft containing two Bermudians went missing near the US.
The Gina Spence Programme was speaking afte…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Mass General Brigham to host sleep education event

October 6, 2026

Mass General Brigham will host an upcoming Continuing Medical Education (CME) event in Bermuda focused on the assessment and management of sleep health and disorders across the lifespan. Sleep Health…

News / Royal Gazette

Concerns brew about Horseshoe Bay facilities

October 6, 2026

An operator of the concession at Horseshoe Bay urged the Government to provide more resources to keep the washrooms at the beach clean.
Tulani Bulford, one of the managers of Horseshoe Bay Live, claim…

Bernews / Sport

DaRock Elite Academy To Hold Camp

October 6, 2026

The DaRock Elite Academy will host a football development camp for children aged five to 11 at Warwick Academy from October 19 to 23. The camp will run from 9am to 4pm and will focus on technical development, game understanding, teamwork, confidence and positive habits on and off the field. The regular camp fee is …

News / Royal Gazette

Coastguard seeks new vessels

October 6, 2026

The Royal Bermuda Regiment Coastguard plans to add two new high-speed patrol and interceptor vessels to its fleet.
A request for proposals issued by the Ministry of National Security and RBR called on…

Bernews / Sport

Chess Players Earn Titles At Olympiad

October 6, 2026

Bermuda has completed an impressive 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, returning from the world’s biggest team chess event with new international title achievements and a series of strong performances across both national teams. The two-week Olympiad was the largest in history, with a record 394 teams competing – 205 in the Open section …

Bernews / News

Live Updates | Air Ambulance Tragedy

October 6, 2026

[Updating] An air ambulance carrying six people lost contact with the FAA early Saturday morning [Oct 3] while travelling from Bermuda to Boston. Search crews found debris from the aircraft off Nantucket, the Coast Guard has now suspended the search, and Latitude Air Ambulance said the crew and passengers are ‘presumed to have died’. We are …

News / Royal Gazette

Air ambulance operator pays tribute to flight crew

October 6, 2026

Tributes have been paid to the four crew members on board an aircraft that went missing during a medical evacuation flight from Bermuda to Boston in the early hours of Saturday.
The United States Coas…

Bernews / Business

Bermuda Elevator Systems Rebrands As ‘Elevity’

October 6, 2026

Bermuda Elevator Systems Ltd. [BESL] today announced that it is transitioning to a new brand, Elevity, over the coming weeks. A spokesperson said, “Founded in 1979, the company has grown to become Bermuda’s leading independent elevator company, representing world-class manufacturers such as TK Elevators, Savaria, Smartrise, and Matot. The new brand Elevity honours our core …

Bernews / Sport

Video: Jediah Cumbermack Proud Of Season

October 6, 2026

Bermudian motorcycle racer Jediah Cumbermack says he is proud of his performances after securing two top-10 finishes in the final round of the 1P Mobile National Junior Sportbike Championship at Donington Park in Leicestershire. Cumbermack finished ninth in the opening race on Saturday [October 3] before placing tenth on Sunday despite riding with a forearm …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Crew missing after drone sinks ship in Bulgaria’s Black Sea

October 6, 2026

It was not immediately clear who carried out the attack by air and sea drones about 70 miles (112 km) off the coastal town of Byala in eastern Bulgaria, but…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Kenya confirms first Ebola case imported from Congo

October 6, 2026

Kenya is the third country to record a case linked to the Ebola epidemic in eastern Congo, the second largest on record Health workers wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) attend…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK shares rise as softer oil, easing gilt yields lift sentiment

October 6, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.5% to 10,554.51 points by 1030 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 also climbed 0.5% Financial markets data and information are displayed around an…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Sterling slips from three-month high against euro as traders watch French bonds

October 6, 2026

The euro fell sharply on Monday as investors worried that a dramatic fall in French bonds due to concerns about public debt and a looming election was spreading to other…

Royal Gazette / Sport

John Barnes and Andy Cole unveil Peace Bench in Bermuda

October 6, 2026

There was excitement at the Clyde Best Centre of Excellence on Saturday morning as Premier League icons John Barnes and Andy Cole unveiled a Peace Bench.
Cole and Barnes, who were in Bermuda for the D…

News / Royal Gazette

Bermuda comes to grips with ‘unimaginable loss’

October 6, 2026

Two Bermudians who were on board an aircraft that went missing just off Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, in the early hours of Saturday have been named by police as Marilyn Lavonne Bean and her son, S…

News / Royal Gazette

Lawyer: verification guide ‘appears to target one group’

October 6, 2026

A guide to verify new Progressive Labour Party members was “unconstitutionally implemented”, a lawyer told the Supreme Court yesterday.
Delroy Duncan KC is representing leadership contender and former…

News / Royal Gazette

Industry specialist assesses island’s air ambulance needs

October 6, 2026

Latitude Air Ambulance, the Canadian air medical transport provider that announced the loss of six passengers when one of its aircraft went down at the weekend, comes with an exemplary record, the fou…

News / Royal Gazette

Canada to lead investigation into medevac disaster

October 6, 2026

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada will lead the investigation into how an air ambulance carrying two Bermudians and four Canadians crashed off Nantucket, Massachusetts, early on Saturday.
It s…

News / Royal Gazette

Hayward dismisses notion of Dickinson as a rival

October 6, 2026

Jason Hayward, the economy and labour minister vying for the leadership of the Progressive Labour Party, has insisted that fellow contender Curtis Dickinson is not a rival or enemy.
Mr Hayward did no…

Business / Royal Gazette

Brookfield’s new building 90% leased out

October 6, 2026

Brookfield’s new Ninety One office building is almost fully leased out just over two years after construction work started on the project.
A spokesman for Brookfield, a global alternative asset manag…

Bernews / Sport

Football: Barbados Defeats Bermuda 2-1

October 6, 2026

Bermuda’s men’s football team lost 2–1 to Barbados in their Concacaf Nations League match at the BFA Technical Centre in Bridgetown on Monday [October 5]. Djair Parfitt gave Bermuda the lead in the 75th minute, but Thierry Gale scored twice in the closing stages to secure the victory for Barbados. Following a goalless first half, …