Stocks rise as investors take heart from upbeat earnings, dip in oil
Traders also had their eyes on the yen after the Japanese currency briefly jumped in the previous session, stoking speculation of another round of intervention
Bowler David Maycock Competes At US Event
Bermudian bowler David Maycock is in 103rd position after the second round of qualifying at the World Series of Bowling XVII in the United States. Maycock, who was 81st after the opening round, dropped 22 places during the second block. His best game of the session was 207, and he has a ten-game total of …
Conor White Finishes Second In London
Cyclist Conor White finished second overall at the Dulwich Paragon Track Open at Herne Hill Velodrome in London. Riding for Jakroo Handsling, the Bermudian scored 610 points across the multi-event programme. Len Delicaet won the event with 640 points, while Arthur Tye was third with 530. White recently competed at the Rutland–Melton CiCLE Classic in …
BUT angered by ministerial ‘interference’ over primary school sport
The Bermuda Union of Teachers has expressed “serious concerns” about the conduct of Crystal Caesar, the Minister of Education, in a reported student disciplinary matter that resulted in a PE teacher b…
Students meet Hamilton town crier
Students at the Bermuda Centre for Creative Learning met and watched a new film about Hamilton’s award-winning town crier yesterday.
Students enjoyed The Day the Town Crier Went Missing, which premier…
Students enjoyed The Day the Town Crier Went Missing, which premier…
Camp registration goes online – but with some technical hitches
Registration for summer-day camps via the online Camp Connect platform opened yesterday, the Department of Sport and Recreation announced.
The launch was delayed from April 27 to fine-tune the system….
The launch was delayed from April 27 to fine-tune the system….
Bobb Clocks Season Best Time In 200M
Madisyn Bobb recorded a season-best performance at the Kehoe Twilight Meet while competing for the University of Maryland, Baltimore County completed preparations for the postseason. Competing at the University of Maryland, Bobb participated in the meet as part of final preparations for the America East Championships. In the women’s 200 metres, the Bermudian sprinter finished …
Mangrove Bay Road closure rescheduled
Closure moved to Monday, May 11 for community restoration ceremony
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Athene Life Career Expo opens registration
Free event at Pier 6 on June 17 with keynote speakers, an AI career tool, networking lunch and prizes
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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 4 2026
May 4 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $55,000.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing even at $55.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,521.27, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the …
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APC Netshelter Server Rack
This is an early generation APC NetShelter glass-front enclosure with perforated side strips, designed to house standard 19-inch rack-mount equipment, providing…
This is an early generation APC NetShelter glass-front enclosure with perforated side strips, designed to house standard 19-inch rack-mount equipment, providing…
54-year-old woman was formally arraigned
54-year-old woman was formally arraigned in the Supreme Court today during the court’s monthly arraignment session, where she entered a plea of not guilty to a single sexual-related offense.
S&P raises Bermuda’s outlook, citing CIT revenue
S&P Global Ratings improved its outlook on Bermuda’s government debt rating to positive from stable — highlighting that corporate income tax revenues improving the island’s public finances.
The r…
The r…
Registration Opens For Athene Career Expo
Registration has opened for the 2026 Athene Life Career Expo, a free event on June 17 at Pier 6 in Hamilton offering students, graduates, and career changers insight and access to opportunities in Bermuda’s life [re]insurance industry. A spokesperson said, “Registration is now open for the 2026 Athene Life Career Expo, a free, award-winning event …
S&P Improves Bermuda’s Outlook To Positive
The Government of Bermuda said they “welcome the latest ratings action from S&P Global Ratings, which has improved Bermuda’s outlook to Positive from Stable and affirmed the Island’s A+ long-term sovereign credit rating and A-1 short-term rating.” “S&P said the positive outlook reflects its expectation that, over the next 12 to 24 months, “corporate income …
Charity aims to unlock Bermuda history
Members of the public can learn more about Bermuda’s history and win prizes through a new challenge.
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda has organised the eight-week programme, Keys to the past: Disc…
Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda has organised the eight-week programme, Keys to the past: Disc…
School pitch in to raise $4,000 for grief support charity
The Berkeley Institute raised $4,000 for a charity that offers care and grief support throughout the island.
A cheque for the funds, raised through The Berkeley Institute’s Christmas Walk pledges, wa…
A cheque for the funds, raised through The Berkeley Institute’s Christmas Walk pledges, wa…
Football Association End Of Season Awards
The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] recognized the top performers of the 2025/2026 season during its annual awards ceremony, honoring players, coaches, officials and clubs across the island’s football divisions. In the Premier Division, Senoj Mitchell was named Most Valuable Player, while Jorj Dublin earned Defensive Player of the Year honors. Jahquil Hill was recognized as …
Woman denies two counts of assault on a child, aged 13
A woman was charged today with two counts of assault on a minor.
The 32-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, pleaded not guilty in Magistrates’ Court to assaulting the 13-year-old girl.
Th…
The 32-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, pleaded not guilty in Magistrates’ Court to assaulting the 13-year-old girl.
Th…
Island’s first cybersecurity risk assessment begins this week
Bermuda’s inaugural National Cybersecurity Risk Assessment is to begin this week, the Ministry of National Security has advised.
The National Cybersecurity Unit is distributing the assessment via e-m…
The National Cybersecurity Unit is distributing the assessment via e-m…
Valaris posts $18m net loss
Valaris Limited reported a first-quarter 2026 net loss of $18 million as the Bermudian-domiciled offshore drilling company faced lower operating activity and higher costs tied to ongoing conflicts in …
Extended Interview: U.S. Ambassador to the U.K.
https://vimeo.com/1189188220?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Warren Stephens, U.S. Ambassador to the U.K, arrived in Bermuda for a short visit prior to the R
Not-guilty pleas entered for sex assaults, careless driving death
A man today denied two counts of serious sex assault on a woman.
The 24-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared at the Supreme Court arraignments session.
He pleaded not guilty to se…
The 24-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared at the Supreme Court arraignments session.
He pleaded not guilty to se…
Ten-year housing plan opens to the public for consultation
A draft version of the decade-long Affordable Housing Strategy has been opened to the public.
Zane DeSilva, the Minister of Housing and Municipalities, this afternoon projected the creation of as many…
Zane DeSilva, the Minister of Housing and Municipalities, this afternoon projected the creation of as many…
Build Summit to highlight development opportunities
The Urban Development Authority, in partnership with the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation, has rebranded its annual development conference to the Bermuda Urban Infrastructure and Land Developm…
Registration open for Athene career expo
Registration is now open for the 2026 Athene Life Career Expo, a free event designed to introduce students, recent graduates and career shifters to opportunities in Bermuda’s life re/insurance industr…
2026 Antigua Bermuda Race Underway
Seven boats are taking part in the 2026 Antigua Bermuda Race — a 935 nautical-mile ocean race — and as of this writing the fleet is being led by Howard Hodgson’s True. In providing an update via their social media accounts the event organisers said, “Seven boats made the Wednesday start line for the 2026 …
Driver injured in Dockyard crash
A Pembroke man injured his hand after crashing his car in Dockyard yesterday.
A police spokesman said the 38-year-old driver appeared to have struck a wall and utility pole while heading west on Pende…
A police spokesman said the 38-year-old driver appeared to have struck a wall and utility pole while heading west on Pende…
EU countries could better target measures to lower energy prices-Dombrovskis
Many EU governments have adopted measures like cutting excise or VAT taxes on fuel, which lowers the price for all users rather than those who are affected the
Kaden Hopkins Competes In Belgium Race
Bermudian cyclist Kaden Hopkins competed in the 60th Omloop van het Waasland in Belgium. Riding for Atom 6 Bikes – Cycleur de Luxe, Hopkins lined up for the 175km race from Lokeren to Kemzeke, one of the demanding one-day classics known for its tough conditions. Hopkins was among a number of riders who did not …
Brazil’s Bolsonaro returns to house arrest after shoulder surgery
The procedure was intended to treat a chronic problem that had been causing persistent pain and limited his mobility
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Don’t cut banks’ capital requirements, ECB tells governments
European Union lawmakers are reviewing options to boost the competitiveness of euro zone banks, which lag behind their U.S. rivals on international markets
Butterfield falls 1.5% in New York
One thousand shares of Butterfield Bank traded on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today, but the bank’s price remained unchanged on $55.
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index was also unchanged on 3,521.27.
Meanwhil…
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index was also unchanged on 3,521.27.
Meanwhil…
Spinner Cameron Jeffers Takes One Wicket
Cameron Jeffers took a wicket for Bristol West Indian Phoenix Cricket Club First XI match away to Bristol Pakistanis First XI in the West of England Premier League Bristol & North Somerset at the weekend. Batting first, Bristol Pakistanis were bowled all out for 209 runs off 49.3 overs. Spin bowler Jeffers took one for …
UK signals ‘modern partnership’ with Bermuda
Royal Visit reflects renewed focus on respect, cooperation and representation
https://vimeo.com/1189162802?fl=pl&fe=sh
The UK says it wants a “moder
Two killed, multiple injuries after car hits bystanders in Leipzig
Police arrested the driver, identifying him as a 33-year-old man with German citizenship
International News via Reuters:
Two people were killed and
Bermuda Juniors take part in East Coast Triathlon Festival
A contingent of 13 Bermuda athletes travelled to Virginia last weekend to compete in the 2026 East Coast Triathlon Festival.
The Bermuda athletes took on some of the best competitors in the United St…
The Bermuda athletes took on some of the best competitors in the United St…
Airforce Claim Victory In Sailing Series
Airforce won race three of the Wednesday Night Sailing series in Hamilton Harbour after recording the fastest corrected time. Crossfire was first across the line with an elapsed time of 53min 10sec but dropped to twelfth on corrected time. Airforce finished second on the water in 59:01 and secured victory with a corrected time of …
Ascento, Anderson Win Race One Opener
The Bermuda Power Boat Association opened its season with an inshore race day at Ferry Reach. Nine boats competed, with Howard Ascento and Nasaje Anderson winning the opening race and taking top honours in the D-Class. Ryan Resendes and Jahcai Morris finished second overall and won the B-Class, while Jody and Tony Carreiro were third. …
Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on ship off Cape Verde
Around 150 people were still stuck on the vessel after three people – a Dutch couple and a German national – died, and others fell ill, including a Briton who l
UK eyes joining EU’s 90 billion euro Ukraine loan to tap defence orders
The discussions, between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a European Political Community summit in
US, Gulf Arab nations draft new UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz
Waltz said negotiations will take place this week on the resolution
International News via Reuters:
The United States and Gulf Arab nations are draf
Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City injures 10, more feared
No suspects were in custody following the shooting just after 9 p.m. at a party at Arcadia Lake, the police department in the city of Edmond, northeast of Oklah
City Hall hosts event to promote health & safety
BELCO, in partnership with the City of Hamilton, today marked Health and Safety Day with a series of events at City Hall. Activities included a health fai
Khano Smith’s Team Defeated At Home
Khano Smith’s Rhode Island were defeated 3-1 by the Birmingham Legion at home in the United Soccer League Championship on Saturday [May 2]. Rhode Island are tenth in the Eastern Conference after seven games this season. They are at home to the Tampa Bay Rowdies on Saturday. Rhode Island head coach and general manager Smith …
Bringing down barriers and getting real on mental health
The island launched Mental Health Anti-Stigma Month today with a series of events, opening with the recognition that “it’s OK to talk about it”.
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said getting comfor…
Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said getting comfor…
Jediah Cumbermack Finishes Third At Oulton
Motorcycle rider Jediah Cumbermack became the first Bermudian to earn a podium finish in the Zyn BSB British Superbike Championship at Oulton Park in Cheshire, England, at the weekend. Cumbermack, who rides for the British development team Rokit Rookies, finished eighth in qualifying before placing fifth in the opening race of the first round of …
List of Planning Applications Advertised on May 4, 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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Date change for Sandys road closure
A road closure announced earlier for today has been rescheduled to May 11.
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment said that the closure on Mangrove Bay Road in Sandys, from Cambridge Road to Som…
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment said that the closure on Mangrove Bay Road in Sandys, from Cambridge Road to Som…
BUT concern after minister intervenes in disciplinary matter
The Bermuda Union of Teachers has expressed “serious concerns” about the conduct of the Minister of Education in a reported student disciplinary matter that resulted in a PE teacher being placed on ad…