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Arch promotes reinsurance, mortage CEOS

June 17, 2026

Arch Capital Group has promoted Jerome Halgan to chief executive of its global reinsurance operations as part of a senior leadership reshuffle at the Bermudian-headquartered re/insurer.
The company an…

News / Royal Gazette

Minister defends having more sway in energy decisions

June 17, 2026

National decisions about Bermuda’s energy mix should not be made in a vacuum when they have “real consequences” for those who pay the bills, the Minister of Home Affairs said today.
Alexa Lightbourne …

News / Royal Gazette

No ‘incidents of note’ at heroes weekend events

June 17, 2026

Special events held over the National Heroes long weekend went “without a hitch”, a police commander said today.
The Bermuda Police Service conducted a heightened programme of high visibility policing…

Bernews / Business

Everest & Stone Point Launch Annapurna Re

June 17, 2026

Everest Group, Ltd. announced that it has partnered with Stone Point Insurance Solutions to launch Annapurna Re Ltd., a Bermuda-based casualty reinsurance sidecar. A spokesperson said, “Funds managed by Stone Point will serve as the inaugural, anchor investors in this multi-year vehicle. “As part of the transaction, Annapurna is expected to deploy approximately $600 million …

Bernews / Sport

School Indoor Rowing Event Planned

June 17, 2026

Longtails Rowing Club founder Zoe Oduntan is spearheading plans to launch an Inter-School Indoor Rowing Championships in Bermuda. Oduntan, 13, said she first presented the idea to representatives from the Department of Sport and Recreation before reaching out to schools to gauge interest in the initiative. Nine of the 13 schools she contacted expressed an …

Bernews / News

Mirrors Celebrates CPLA Cohort Achievements

June 17, 2026

The Mirrors Programme celebrated the accomplishments of Community Programme Leadership Academy [CPLA] Cohort 20 during its closing ceremony on June 6, at the Spanish Point Boat Club. A spokesperson said “The event brought together Emerging Leaders, Life Coaches, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinée Furbert, JP, MP, families, and supporters to …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermudian star Walker Selley scoops Gold Glove MVP as Giants secure post-season seed

June 17, 2026

College of the Sequoias are gearing up for the postseason after landing a host of student-athletes on the Central Valley Conference (CVC) honors list ahead of t

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

London’s main indexes gain on miners boost ahead of Fed, BoE decisions

June 17, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 closed up 0.14% at 10,508.61 points, while the midcap FTSE 250 added 0.16%

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Congo Ebola response strained a month after WHO declares international emergency

June 17, 2026

A month after the World Health Organization declared an international emergency, the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain has grown to more than 800 confirmed

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK-India trade deal to start in July after reassurance on steel

June 17, 2026

The deal is forecast to boost British GDP by £4.8 billion ($6.5 billion) and increase bilateral trade by £25.5 billion in the long run, according to UK govern

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

EU parliament backs law allowing offshore detention centres

June 17, 2026

The move underlines the rise in anti-immigration sentiment across the European Union over the past decade that has broadened popular support for far-right parti

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

IOD World Championship: Discards shake up leaderboard as Bromby maintains title chase

June 17, 2026

The high-stakes tactical battle at the 2026 International One Design (IOD) World Championship intensified on Day Three in Marblehead, as the introduction of the

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Think Pink with Billy Griffith

June 17, 2026

This week on Think Pink, Jasmine sits down with tourism veteran Billy Griffith for an insightful conversation on the state of Bermuda’s tourism industry. From

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermuda suffer tough opening defeat against clinical Panama

June 17, 2026

Bermuda endured a difficult opening day at the Billie Jean King Cup Americas Group III tennis tournament, falling to a clinical 3-0 defeat against Panama in San

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Teenager Dominic Wright stars with debut 10km victory in Cayman Islands

June 17, 2026

Thirteen-year-old Dominic Wright stole the headlines at Seven Mile Beach, defying his age to claim a stunning age-group victory on his debut 10km open water swi

News / Royal Gazette

Careers fair for jobs in Public Service open to all

June 17, 2026

High school students, job seekers and professionals were invited to learn about working in the Public Service at a Career Fair and Expo being held tomorrow.
The free event is open to the public and wa…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Bermuda teams to play in US National Ball Hockey League

June 17, 2026

The National Ball Hockey League season in Bermuda is wrapping up with champions matches this weekend.
Played over two weekends at Pembroke Community Club, the league fixtures are being used to determ…

Business / Royal Gazette

John Wight retires as BCL chairman

June 17, 2026

Bermuda Container Line announced today the retirement of John Wight as chairman of the company’s board of directors after 15 years in the role.
George Hutchings, BCL’s deputy chairman, has been elect…

Business / Royal Gazette

John Wight retires as BCL chairman

June 17, 2026

Bermuda Container Line announced today the retirement of John Wight as chairman of the company’s board of directors after 15 years in the role.
George Hutchings, BCL’s deputy chairman, has been elect…

News / Royal Gazette

Senior housing project proposed for Southampton

June 17, 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities has sought approval to erect a three-storey senior living facility in Southampton.
The Village at Cann Park II, proposed for construction near the junction o…

News / Royal Gazette

Senior housing project proposed for Southampton

June 17, 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities has sought approval to erect a three-storey senior living facility in Southampton.
The Village at Cann Park II, proposed for construction near the junction o…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Peter Bromby’s IOD title hopes hang in balance

June 17, 2026

Peter Bromby’s title hopes suffered another setback after he lost further ground on leader Peter Wickwire on the third day of racing at the IOD World Championship in Marblehead, Massachusetts, on Tue…

Royal Gazette / Sport

More young junior players introduced to pickleball

June 17, 2026

More than 200 students participated in a series of school pickleball events over the past two weeks, culminating in the Caribbean Championships Junior Pickleball Showcase held on Saturday at WER Joell…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Medals galore at Deloitte Pickleball Open

June 17, 2026

Hasan Khan and Rachel Sawden were crowned men and women’s singles champions at the Deloitte Pickleball Open when the tournament concluded at Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club over the weekend…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Police make 37 arrests over Heroes Day weekend

June 17, 2026

Thirteen held on outstanding warrants as officers report safe carnival events but ongoing concerns over impaired driving

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Last call to register for Move More Bermuda Games

June 17, 2026

The over 50s event takes place on Friday at the Flora Duffy Stadium

The Ministry of Health is reminding individuals aged 50 and above to register now for

Bernews / News

37 Arrests Over Holiday Long Weekend

June 17, 2026

The police confirmed that there were “no incidents of note at any of the various social events held over the National Heroes Day holiday weekend,” however 37 people were arrested over the holiday long weekend, from June 12 – 16, for offenses including outstanding warrants, impaired driving, possession of bladed articles, theft, trespassing and more. A …

Bernews / News

Planning Application For 110 One Bedrooms

June 17, 2026

A planning application has been submitted for 110 one-bedroom senior living units in Southampton which is “designed to provide safe, affordable, accessible and age-friendly residential accommodation for Bermuda’s growing senior population.” The notification stated, “Proposed 3-storey senior living residential building for Sea Express Lane – Cann Park II comprising of; 110 one-bedroom units, with associated …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

AI use in UK hits ‘tipping point’ as companies scale up, Google exec says

June 17, 2026

Businesses and government bodies that were testing AI tools a year ago are now using them to run more complex processes and improve productivity

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UK orders Google to improve search transparency to boost competition

June 17, 2026

Google must rank organic search results using objective criteria, increase transparency around rankings, introduce clearer complaint processes, and allow users

Bernews / Sport

Daniel Phillips Opens With Straight-Sets Victory

June 17, 2026

Bermudian tennis player Daniel Phillips opened qualifying at the M15 Kayseri tournament in Turkey with a straight-sets victory over Latvia’s Aleksandrs Sotikovs. The 21-year-old won the first qualifying-round match 6-1, 6-2 on outdoor hard courts. Phillips controlled the match throughout, dropping just three games as he advanced in the qualifying draw. Related Stories Photos: Manders …

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Tiara DeRosa On National Championships

June 17, 2026

Discus thrower Tiara DeRosa said she hopes to break her national record when she returns home to compete at the National Championships at the Flora Duffy Stadium this weekend. DeRosa broke the national discus record three times during a Bermuda National Athletics Association meet at the Flora Duffy Stadium in March. Her current record stands …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK inflation unexpectedly sticks at 13-month low before BoE rate decision

June 17, 2026

Sterling weakened a little against the U.S. dollar after the data, British government bond yields fell to a new two-month low and investors slightly trimmed the

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

ECB wage tracker shows muted pay pressure despite war inflation

June 17, 2026

The ECB fears workers will demand compensation for rapid inflation, much like in 2022, triggering a self-reinforcing cycle that can only be tamed through higher

Bernews / Business

Seadrill Prices $700M Senior Notes Offering

June 17, 2026

Seadrill Limited announced the pricing of a $700 million offering of 6.750% Senior Notes due 2034. A spokesperson said, “Seadrill Limited announced today that Seadrill Finance Limited, an exempted company limited by shares incorporated under the laws of Bermuda and a wholly owned subsidiary of Seadrill has priced its offering pursuant to Rule 144A and …

Bernews / Sport

Langley Finishes 3rd In Pennsylvania Triathlon

June 17, 2026

Bermuda’s Jackson Langley delivered an impressive podium performance at the Jenny Lee Tri Cup in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, finishing third in the Junior Elite Boys Final. The teenager completed the race in 33 minutes, 37.14 seconds, earning a strong third-place finish in a highly competitive field. The Bermudian produced a well-balanced performance across all three …

News / Royal Gazette

BHB withholds emergency department review records

June 17, 2026

Procurement paperwork for an external review of King Edward VII Memorial Hospital’s overcrowded emergency department will not be published until after the contract is awarded.
A Bermuda Hospitals Boar…

News / Royal Gazette

Electricity Act change risks ‘ministerial interference’

June 17, 2026

Belco has spoken out against changes to the Electricity Act, warning that they raise the risk of ministerial interference in the decision-making process for the island’s future energy mix.

Legisla…

Bernews / Business

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: June 16 2026

June 17, 2026

June 16 saw 6,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $153,607.00 BD. 5,000 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 9.0% at $23.99 per share, while the other 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 1.5% at $34.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,690.51, up 0.55% on …

Bernews / Sport

Bromby Maintains 2nd Place At IOD Worlds

June 17, 2026

Bermudian sailor Peter Bromby holds second place, while fellow Bermudian Kelsey Durham sits ninth, following the third day of racing at the 2026 International One Design [IOD] World Championship in Marblehead, Massachusetts. With the discard rule now applied, competitors were able to drop their worst individual race score, reshaping the standings across the fleet. Bromby, …

Bernews / Sport

Move More Games Registration Closes Today

June 17, 2026

The Ministry of Health is encouraging residents aged 50 and over to register for the Move More Bermuda Games 2026, set for June 19 at Flora Duffy Stadium, featuring a range of track, field, and community activities promoting active living and social connection. A Government spokesperson added, “The Ministry of Health is reminding individuals aged …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

G7 leaders demand ceasefire in Lebanon, welcome Iran deal

June 17, 2026

The leaders met for a summit in the French town of Evian-les-Bains on Lake Geneva, while details of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement trickled out of Washington

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK house prices rose by 3.8% in year to April, ONS says

June 17, 2026

The ONS said this marked the biggest annual rise in house prices since March 2025, before Stamp Duty Land Tax changes that came into force in April 2025

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

EU antitrust chief urges EU countries to back cross-border bank deals

June 17, 2026

Ribera’s comments echoed those of EU policymakers who have recently renewed calls for cross-border bank mergers to address the multi-trillion-euro investments n

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK stocks edge lower as investors assess inflation before BoE decision

June 17, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.14% to 10,479.77 points by 0936 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 slipped 0.4%

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Sam Williamson reclaims record and ‘proves people wrong’

June 17, 2026

A few weeks ago Sam Williamson was swimming in a sea of disappointment after being left out of the Central American and Caribbean Games squad — and with Commonwealth Games qualification seemingly out …

Bernews / News

WRC Establish Partnership With NY Center

June 17, 2026

The Women’s Resource Centre held a meeting with the New York-based reproductive healthcare provider CHOICES and the “two organizations agreed to establish a formal referral partnership to strengthen pathways to care for women in Bermuda who may require services not currently available locally. A spokesperson said, “The Women’s Resource Centre [WRC] hosted a stakeholder meeting …

Business / Royal Gazette

Watch: Sweeter future for Ashley’s Lemonade

June 17, 2026

Soft-drink entrepreneur Ashley Stephens continues to grow her brand with a seasonal business now set to expand into a year-round operation scheduled for the Wesley Square location and a more permanent…

Business / Royal Gazette

Gallagher Re expects quieter Atlantic hurricane season

June 17, 2026

Global insurance industry losses were 40 to 45 per cent below normal for the first half of this year, according to Gallagher Re’s chief science officer.
Steve Bowen said that amounted to losses of bet…

Bernews / Sport

Wright Wins PanAm 10Km Open Water Race

June 17, 2026

Bermuda’s Dominic Wright delivered a superb performance to win the Male 14-15 10km category at the PanAm Aquatics Open Water Swimming Series in the Cayman Islands. Competing in the boys’ 14-15 age group, Wright produced an impressive swim, completing the race in 2 hours, 13 minutes and 10.33 seconds to claim first place in his …