UK stocks close higher as miners, banks rebound
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index closed 0.58% higher, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 rose 0.28%
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UK stocks ended higher on We
BoE to hold rates at 3.75% this year, but growing minority expect a hike: Reuters Poll
Financial markets are more certain, pricing in two rises this year
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The Bank of England will hold borrowing costs at
Apple criticises EU measures to help AI rivals access Google services
Apple was responding to the European Commission’s call last month for feedback on draft measures to help Google comply with the Digital Markets Act, aimed at cu
UK police pull bodies of three women from sea at Brighton
Local media reported that multiple emergency vehicles, lifeboats and a helicopter attended the scene on the seafront on the eastern side of the city in southern
Clyde Best film to be screened in New York
A film celebrating the barrier-breaking exploits of Bermuda sporting icon Clyde Best will be shown at the iconic Lincoln Centre for the Performing Arts in New York City this summer.
The feature-length…
The feature-length…
Bermudian Stovell steers sailing team to top-four finish in Vancouver
The University of British Columbia (UBC) have been crowned the 2026 CICSA Keelboat National Champions, as the Dalhousie Sailing Team delivered a resilient perfo
Veteran officer off duty after decades of service
The Bermuda Police Service thanked Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell for almost 38 years of service as he retired last week.
Mr Cardwell joined the BPS in 1987 and served most recently as a department h…
Mr Cardwell joined the BPS in 1987 and served most recently as a department h…
Bermuda takeover in Texas: Lambe and Roach set for showdowns
The “Space Coast” won’t be the only place seeing stars this June, as Bermuda’s premier boxing talent prepares to descend on Galveston, Texas, for a high-sta
Minors tests mettle against elite field in Oxford
Bermudian middle-distance standout Dage Minors delivered a gritty double-performance at the historic Iffley Road Track, competing in the 70th-anniversary celebr
Deondre Morris home safe and sound after fighting ‘giant’
Bermudian Muay Thai fighter Deondre Morris is back in Bermuda after fighting “a giant” on an historic pay-per-view card in Canada.
Morris fought for a world title against local favourite Alec Spivey …
Morris fought for a world title against local favourite Alec Spivey …
Compassion of nurses hailed in annual observance
The expertise and leadership of healthcare professionals were highlighted by the Minister of Health as Bermuda marked International Nurses Day yesterday.
Kim Wilson underscored the importance of suppo…
Kim Wilson underscored the importance of suppo…
Cardwell leaves ‘legacy of service’ after near four-decade career
Chief Inspector Robert Cardwell retires from the BPS
Image: Bermuda Police Service
After nearly 38 years of dedicated service to the community, Chief Ins
Ministry launches men’s mental health campaign to curb violence
The Ministry of National Security today announced the launch of Healing Starts Here, the third campaign under the Stop the Violence public awareness initiati
Bermuda College to host Pipa workshop
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.
It is aimed at corporate directors, senior…
It is aimed at corporate directors, senior…
Reform aims to prevent at-risk youth entering justice system
Attorney General and Minister of Justice Senator Kim Wilkerson says the 2 to 5 year action plan aims to create youth services fit for purpose in Bermuda
ECB to hike rates in June and at least once more on war-led inflation spike: Reuters poll
Prospects for price pressures easing quickly are fading
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The European Central Bank will hike its deposit rate next mo
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Britain to strengthen ties with the EU in new legislation
Outlining the government’s legislative programme in a speech surrounded by pomp, King Charles said would introduce a bill to strengthen ties with the EU
UK’s Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation report overshadows King’s Speech
British government bond futures fell sharply on the report, erasing their day’s gains, as did 20- and 30-year government bonds, which showed a small rise in bor
EU’s rising reliance on US gas brings risks, regulators warn
EU countries have tripled imports of U.S. liquefied natural gas since 2021 as they race to phase out Russian energy
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ECB urges banks to quickly prepare for AI-assisted cyberattacks
Elderson, who is vice chair of the ECB’s bank supervision arm, said in an interview in ECB publication Supervision Newsletter that euro area banks’ lack of acce
Political turmoil and inflation threat vie to push up UK borrowing costs
Yields on 10-year government bonds – which determine how much the government will pay for future borrowing – on Tuesday hit their highest since 2008 at 5.13%
European stocks rise as sentiment recovers, but government bond yields, oil still elevated
Wall Street stocks had fallen after U.S. inflation data on Tuesday showed consumer prices rose the most in three years, driven by an increase in energy-related
Sterling edges lower as Starmer pressure keeps markets cautious
The pound was last 0.2% lower against a broadly stronger dollar at $1.351
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Sterling fell on Wednesday and was on trac
MP appeals boat capsizing case
A former head of the Bermuda Road Safety Council has called on the Supreme Court to overturn a ruling against him regarding a 2019 boating accident.
Dennis Lister III, the Junior Minister of Justice, …
Dennis Lister III, the Junior Minister of Justice, …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 12 2026
May 12 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,548.61, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 11 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: May 8 …
Adrian Roach Set To Fight In Texas
Boxer Adrian Roach is set to face Jerrell Mayweather at the Galveston Island Convention Centre in Galveston, Texas, on June 6. Roach [2-0] will meet American Mayweather [5-0] in a six-round welterweight contest. The Bermudian was left frustrated after his previous bout in Greensboro, North Carolina, was cancelled at the last minute following a late …
Bermuda’s first ever skydiving venture,
Bermuda’s first ever skydiving venture, Skydive Bermuda, carried out their first test dives on island last week. The company seeks to launch locals and visitors alike to new heights in 2027, following the securing of relevant permits and permissions.
Bermuda Marks International Nurses Day
Bermuda marked International Nurses Day with a ceremony at City Hall honouring nurses across the island and recognising their contributions to healthcare and community wellbeing. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda marked International Nurses Day today with a ceremony at City Hall honouring the island’s nursing workforce and their vital contributions to public health and community …
World Sky Games Brings Lessons To Life
[Written by Reginald Gant and Don Burgess] Bermuda is using the emerging World Sky Games initiative to help bring science, engineering, and sustainability lessons to life for students across the island. The proposed global airship racing series has become more than a sporting concept locally, with the Bermuda Ministry of Education beginning to align elements …
EU to block Brazil animal product exports from September
In a statement to Reuters on Tuesday, a spokesperson for the European Commission said the move is linked to EU rules restricting the use of certain antimicrobia
Butterfield shares slip 0.6% in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index remained unchanged on 3,548.61 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today.
The US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank fell 33 cents, or 0.59 per cent, to c…
The US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank fell 33 cents, or 0.59 per cent, to c…
Acting Detective Chief Inspector, Leroy
Acting Detective Chief Inspector, Leroy Mathurin and Acting Detective Inspector,Zoenique Williams of the Bermuda Police Service’s Specialist Investigations Department, recently attended the 11th Asset Recovery Interagency Network – Asia Pacific (ARIN-AP) Asset Recovery Training Seminar held in Seoul, South Korea, from April 21 to 22, 2026.
The Ministry of Education is
The Ministry of Education is aware of a petition circulating regarding the reinstatement of a teacher on leave. A Ministry spokesperson stated today that any suggestion that the Minister acted outside of her authority, or improperly, is false.
Nurses celebrated as ‘backbone’ of health system
The island marked International Nurses Day today with a ceremony at City Hall
Bermuda marked International Nurses Day today with a ceremony at City Hall
China and US agree on opposing Hormuz tolls, State Department says
The statement by the State Department comes ahead of a high-stakes summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this week, where
Early bird tickets on sale for September finance summit
The Lumina Festival is pleased to announce that its flagship event, The Financial Literacy Summit, will be returning on Friday, Sept 25 at the National Museum o
Detectives strengthens financial crime skills
Acting Detective Chief Inspector, Leroy Mathurin and Acting Detective Inspector, Zoenique Williams of the Bermuda Police Service’s Specialist Invest
US appeals court pauses ruling against Trump’s 10% global tariff
A U.S. appeals court on Tuesday temporarily paused a lower court ruling against the Trump administration’s 10% global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act
Lumina to stage second financial literacy summit
The Lumina Festival’s Financial Literacy Summit will be held for a second year at the National Museum of Bermuda
The event, founded by Lumina’s chief executive officer Zach Wilson, will take place on…
The event, founded by Lumina’s chief executive officer Zach Wilson, will take place on…
Contrarius builds 8.9% stake in QVC Group
The QVC Group has made an ownership declaration stating that Contrarius Investment Management and Contrarius Investment Management (Bermuda) have beneficial ownership of 702,768 shares of Series A Com…
Pressure group demands teacher be reinstated
An anonymous group of “concerned parents” has launched an online petition to have a teacher at Port Royal Primary School reinstated by the end of the week after being placed on administrative leave.
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Deadline looms for rideshare permit applications
Residents interested in taking part in the island’s first regulated rideshare programme are urged to sign up before 5pm on Thursday.
A total of 150 permits will be issued as part of the initial roll-o…
A total of 150 permits will be issued as part of the initial roll-o…
Retailers accused of selling vapes potentially face prosecution
The Health Minsiter provided an update on the seizure of illegal vape products from local retailers
Retailers reportedly found with illegal nicotine-base
BMA licenses Bitcoin Suisse unit
Bitcoin Suisse affiliate Bitcoin Suisse (International) Ltd has obtained a Class F digital asset business licence under Bermuda’s Digital Asset Business Act and Class B registration under the Investme…
Education Minister denies overreach in row over student
A petition is calling for teacher who was put on administrative leave to be reinstated
Students knowing the right answer
The Ministry of Education is awa
Kennedys Bermuda promotes Vinesh Mistry
Law firm Kennedys Bermuda has made Vinesh Mistry a senior associate.
Prior to joining Kennedys, Mr Mistry practised as a barrister in London and at several international law firms, in pre- and post-qu…
Prior to joining Kennedys, Mr Mistry practised as a barrister in London and at several international law firms, in pre- and post-qu…
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THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- KENIKA ALANA MASTERS ofWarwick Parish (Divorced) andDEXTER EUGENE ROBINSON of Warwick Parish (Single)
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