Six people found dead in boxcar in Laredo, Texas, police say
A Union Pacific worker discovered them in a train yard at a remote location near the Mexican border, and police and firefighters later confirmed they had died,
SailGP: Thrilling finish to spectacular two-day event
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Perfect conditions on the Great Sound yesterday set the stage for a thrilling finish to the Apex Group Bermuda
Brown water discharge in Ferry Reach under investigation
DENR testing samples after discoloured water near Kindley Field Road is linked to suspected airport heat-exchanger discharge
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Butterfield falls 1.17%
The RG/BSX Index remained at 3,548.61 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Meanwhile, the US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank finished down 68 cents, or 1.17 per cent, on the New …
Meanwhile, the US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank finished down 68 cents, or 1.17 per cent, on the New …
Britain’s bank regulator expects ‘quite significant disruption’ from latest AI models
Woods said firms would need to step up basic cyber hygiene and respond faster, with AI-driven defences becoming more important
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TNN FACEBOOK LIVE COMMUNITY SPECIAL
TNN FACEBOOK LIVE COMMUNITY SPECIAL EVENT, Mangrove Bay Somerset
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A half-day workshop to help
A half-day workshop to help organisations manage personal information access requests under Bermuda’s privacy laws will be held at Bermuda College on June 9.
Fidelis completes name change to Pelagos
The Bermudian-based insurer formerly known as Fidelis Insurance Holdings has completed its rebranding to Pelagos Insurance Capital.
The legal name change to Pelagos is effective today. Shareholders ap…
The legal name change to Pelagos is effective today. Shareholders ap…
Stonecrusher Corner boat ramp reopens after upgrade
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has finished upgrades to the boat ramp at Stonecrusher Corner on Kindley Field Road in St. George’s
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List of Planning Applications Advertised on May 11, 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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Three women honoured during foster parents’ tea
Three women were honoured for their contributions to foster care during an annual appreciation tea.
Kimberley Jackson, Cherie Edwards and Verleda Simons each received awards from the Department of Chi…
Kimberley Jackson, Cherie Edwards and Verleda Simons each received awards from the Department of Chi…
The Bermuda College 2026 Exhibition of Student Art
The Bermuda College 2026 Exhibition of Student Art (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Martello Re scholarships announced for Bermuda College students
Bermuda College Foundation has announced a new partnership with Martello Re Limited to provide two scholarships for students pursuing careers in actuarial
Moody’s raises Bermuda’s debt rating to A1
Corporate income tax revenues was the rationale given by Moody’s Ratings as they upgraded Bermuda’s domestic- and foreign-currency long-term issuer and foreign-currency senior unsecured bond ratings t…
S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs as chip strength offsets Iran worries
U.S. President Donald Trump’s swift rejection of Iran’s response to a U.S. peace proposal stoked worries that the 10-week-old conflict could drag on and keep sh
Oil prices rise 3% as Trump says Iran ceasefire “on life support”
Brent crude futures were up $3.17, or 3.13%, at $104.46 a barrel at 12:15 p.m. EDT (1715 GMT)
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Oil prices climbed on
Last 6 passengers ready to leave Hantavirus-hit ship; captain praises their patience
The final passengers – four Australians, one Briton who lives in Australia and a New Zealander – were waiting to be taken off the MV Hondius, a polar expedition
UK’s FTSE 100 rises as miners jump, Airtel Africa hits record
The commodity-heavy FTSE 100 index closed 0.36% higher, while the midcap FTSE 250 index slipped 0.18%
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The UK’s blue-
Butterfield & Vallis hosts cancer awareness event for men
Focus on early detection and workplace support
Butterfield & Vallis recently partnered with Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre to host a private empl
Isaiah O’Brien: I’m a community person and I love this team
The first century scored in the T20 Premier Division this season came from a teenager shaping up to be one of the island’s brightest talents.
Isaiah O’Brien, 18, scored 106 for St David’s against Som…
Isaiah O’Brien, 18, scored 106 for St David’s against Som…
BOARD AGEING WELL COMMITTEE
Boards and Committees 2026 Board: AGEING WELL COMMITTEERegulation Act: Ageing Well Committee The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2026, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. Members being appointed
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BOARD MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT COMMITTEE
Boards and Committees 2026 Board: MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT COMMITTEERegulation Act: Medical Practitioners Act 1950 The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2026, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. Members being appointed
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BOARD HEALTH INSURANCE COMMITTEE
Boards and Committees 2026 Board: HEALTH INSURANCE COMMITTEERegulation Act: Health Insurance 1970 The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2026, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. Members being appointed
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Bermuda to play two home friendlies against Belize
Bermuda’s senior women’s football team will play two home matches against Belize in June.
Bermuda will take on the Central American country on Thursday, June 4 and Sunday, June 7, with both matches s…
Bermuda will take on the Central American country on Thursday, June 4 and Sunday, June 7, with both matches s…
Mayho, MacGuiness and Tadman successful in Criterium
The VT Construction Criterium delivered fast racing, with strong fields across the A, B, C and Youth categories producing close finishes on Sunday.
In the C Category race, Peter Tadman of BRCC sprinte…
In the C Category race, Peter Tadman of BRCC sprinte…
Charity calls attention to male sexual assault survivors
The Centre Against Abuse is shining a spotlight on the often overlooked realities of male survivors of sexual assault while reaffirming its commitment to providing counselling services to all adult vi…
Grants of $25,000 offered in small business pitch contest
Entrepreneurs have the chance to win five grants of up to $25,000 each in the Wave of Opportunity Pitch Competition.
The Global Atlantic Re Foundation, in partnership with the Bermuda Economic Develop…
The Global Atlantic Re Foundation, in partnership with the Bermuda Economic Develop…
Paget Rytter wins title at Grand Caraibe in Guadeloupe
Paget Rytter claimed the Classement Espoir Championship at the Grand Caraibe, the Caribbean’s premier international youth show jumping competition, in Guadeloupe last week.
Rytter, 16, secured the ove…
Rytter, 16, secured the ove…
Britain to take powers to fully nationalise British Steel, Starmer says
Starmer said his government would bring in new legislation to allow it to take ownership of the steelworks based at Scunthorpe, northern England, ensuring the c
The Government of Bermuda has
The Government of Bermuda has released the latest episode of Leaders on the Record, featuring the Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP.
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Hollywood Star Ryan Reynolds Joins SailGP
Hollywood met high-speed foiling in Bermuda as actor Ryan Reynolds got a firsthand taste of SailGP racing aboard the team’s F50. A spokesperson said, “Joining driver Tom Slingsby and the Aussie crew on Bermuda’s Great Sound, Reynolds climbed onboard for a high-octane joyride before stepping straight into the heat of a practice race against some …
European renewable projects with batteries set to grow more than 450% by 2030
Renewable projects such as wind and solar in Europe are increasingly being developed with battery storage alongside them
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EU Commission in talks with OpenAI and Anthropic over AI models
Spokesperson Thomas Regnier said the Commission welcomed OpenAI’s proactive engagement, including its intent to grant access to its new AI model
Interna
CITA Assumes New Compliance Roles
The Bermuda Corporate Income Tax Agency [CITA] announced that it has “officially assumed responsibility for administering Bermuda’s Economic Substance regime and Automatic Exchange of Information framework.” A spokesperson said, “Effective March 13, 2026, the Minister of Finance designated CITA as the Competent Authority under the International Cooperation [Tax Information Exchange Agreements] Act 2005 and the …
Sony, Nintendo grapple with memory price surge as AI boom constrains supply
Memory chip prices doubled in the first quarter alone from the previous quarter and are forecast to climb up to 63% in the current quarter due to AI data centre
Basden Competes At East Coast Relays
Bermudian athlete Cameron Basden and his Barry University teammates completed their regular season schedule at the 2026 East Coast Relays. The meet was held at UNF-Hodges Stadium in Jacksonville. Basden competed in the Men’s Long Jump against a field that included several Division I programs. He recorded a best jump of 6.60m (21 feet 8 …
UK’s Starmer says he will not walk away and vows to prove doubters wrong
In a speech that was light on new policies but filled with pleas to his party and personal attacks on his opponents, he said he would build closer ties with the
Two test positive as evacuation of virus-hit cruise ship nears completion
A French passenger who was evacuated from the MV Hondius tested positive for the virus and her condition is deteriorating, French Health Minister Stephanie Rist
South Korea condemns attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, vows response
Experts conducted an initial forensic analysis of the damage to the port stern, a Blue House official said
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South Kor
Bermuda seeking driving deal with Britain and ‘key partners’
Bermuda is working on a deal with Britain and other “key partner countries” to create a framework for reciprocal driving licences.
At the moment, Bermuda licence holders can drive in the UK for up to …
At the moment, Bermuda licence holders can drive in the UK for up to …
Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds leads the cheers at SailGP
Crowds turned up for the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix over the weekend as Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds followed the race directly from the water.
The celebrity, best known for playing the superhero Deadpo…
The celebrity, best known for playing the superhero Deadpo…
Lightbourne: Caricom marketplace could plug labour gaps
Deeper ties with Caribbean countries could help to alleviate skill shortages in Bermuda without open borders, the home affairs minister said as she spoke on the perceived benefits of full Caricom memb…
Education ministry awaits assessment body’s delayed review
Education leaders are waiting for a delayed review into public school system exam results ordered by the Government after it was publicised that grades lagged behind international counterparts.
The r…
The r…
Okera Bascome Opens Batting In Defeat
Bermuda cricketer Okera Bascome opened the batting in Coventry & North Warwickshire First XI’s 20-run defeat at home to Rugby First XI in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division on Saturday [May 9]. Bascome scored 12 runs from six balls, including one four and one six as his team scored 166 all out off …
Dollar steady as Iran war uncertainty keeps markets on edge
The U.S. dollar index, which measures the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, was little changed at 97.995
International News via R
Island under scrutiny as Bessent and NAIC discuss life sector
Bermuda’s fast-growing life reinsurance sector has caught the attention of the Trump Administration.
Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, met with insurance regulators to talk about the industry’…
Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, met with insurance regulators to talk about the industry’…
Watch: AI’s growing use attracts global regulatory scrutiny
Technology consultants say that artificial intelligence has transitioned from experimentation to widespread, production-grade deployment, with over 50 per cent of major companies moving AI initiatives…
Essent plays down ‘cracks’ in mortgage credit
Essent Group Ltd sought to reassure investors about the health of the United States housing market after its reinsurance segment posted a sharp increase in losses during the first quarter.
The Bermudi…
The Bermudi…
Assured Guaranty expands annuity reinsurance push
Assured Guaranty is directing more capital towards annuity reinsurance and alternative investments as it expands beyond its traditional bond insurance business, after reporting lower first-quarter ear…