UK stocks end week lower as fragile U.S.-Iran truce weighs; BoE flags risks
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index ended 0.8% lower to 10,379.08 points
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Oil prices volatile as market weighs supply risks, US-Iran peace talks
Prices rose 2% earlier in the day on fears of renewed military escalation in the region after Iran released footage on Thursday of commandos boarding a cargo sh
Peugeot to make China‑built vehicles using Dongfeng technology
The announcement came as Peugeot made its comeback to the Beijing International Auto Show, unveiling two new concept cars
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Bermuda College Launches Summer Courses
Bermuda College has launched its new summer schedule helping people build practical skills, improve job prospects and prepare for promotion, career changes or further study. A spokesperson said, “The College’s Summer 2026 schedule [Bermuda College 2026 Summer Course Schedule] includes academic courses, professional development and short skills-based training for learners at different stages of life, from …
Fairmont Southampton and Bermuda London Office to host recruitment drive
The resort will be hosting the event in collaboration with the Government of Bermuda London Office at The Savoy in London on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
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Sailors finish tough week of competition
Campbell Patton and Sebastian Kempe’s French Olympic Week regatta campaigns wrapped up in Hyeres this afternoon.
Patton’s 11-race series came to an end in disappointing fashion after he was disqualif…
Patton’s 11-race series came to an end in disappointing fashion after he was disqualif…
The 85th Annual Agricultural Exhibition is here
The 85th Annual Agricultural Exhibition has officially opened its gates to the public on Thursday at the Botanical Gardens, showcasing Bermuda’s agriculture and
Peruvian police raid property of former electoral chief amid election irregularities
Footage broadcast by local media showed police entering the residence of Piero Corvetto, the former head of Peru’s National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE)
EU prepares to clash with US again over shipping carbon levy
Governments at the International Maritime Organization decided last year to postpone the climate plan by a year
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US, EU deepen cooperation on critical minerals with eye to broader agreement
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and European Union Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic signed a memorandum of understanding for a partnership on producing and
US chipmakers hit record highs as Intel turbocharges AI rally
The foremost stock index for chip makers – the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index – rose 3.2% to an all-time high and was on track to extend its record-breakin
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Agenda laid out for upcoming Royal visit
King Charles III will formally open a new coastguard station in St David’s, tour Dockyard and meet local athletes and artisans during his whirlwind visit to the island.
Government House this afternoon…
Government House this afternoon…
Panel discussion for Vaccination Week
Bermuda will next week participate in Vaccination Week in the Americas as part of an effort to ensure the public has clear, accurate and trusted information about vaccines.
A government spokeswoman sa…
A government spokeswoman sa…
King Charles III To Tour Bermuda On May 1-2
Officials have released some information ahead of King Charles III visit to Bermuda, with events set to take place on Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May. A Government House spokesperson said, “On Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd May, His Majesty The King will travel from the East to the West, stopping at various points along …
London event to showcase future of Fairmont Southampton
UK-based Bermudians have been invited to a reception hosted by the operators of the Fairmont Southampton as recruitment efforts continue ahead of the anticipated opening of the hotel.
The event, organ…
The event, organ…
Ministry Sponsors Youth At Clyde Best Screening
The Ministry of National Security funded tickets for 50 young people to see ‘The Clyde Best Story’ to inspire positive choices. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security, through its Violence Reduction Team, has purchased and donated 50 tickets for selected young people to attend screenings of Transforming the Beautiful Game: The Clyde …
SailGP Launches ‘Bring Your Own Boat’ Sales
SailGP has opened Bring Your Own Boat ticket sales for the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix in May, offering fans a unique on-water viewing experience inside the racecourse. A spokesperson said, “SailGP has officially opened sales for its Bring Your Own Boat [BYOB] offering for the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix, taking place on May …
Video: Nicholas Christopher On Late Night Show
Bermudian actor Nicholas Christopher – who is currently starring in the Broadway play ‘Chess’ — appeared as a guest on the ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’ show, where he discussed his father, Ed Christopher, who serves as the Town Crier of the City of Hamilton. During the television segment, the host displayed a childhood photo of a …
Government House Reopens After Renovations
Government House has reopened on Langton Hill after more than two years of renovations. A Government spokesperson said, “The office of the Governor and Deputy Governor have officially resumed operations at 11 Langton Hill as of Tuesday 21 April 2026. “The historic Government House has undergone extensive renovations led by the Department of Public Works …
Saundre Simmons Set For Boxing Fight In US
Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons will put his unbeaten professional record on the line at Asheville Fight Night in North Carolina on June 6. The light heavyweight, who has a 9-0 record, is scheduled to fight at the Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts in Asheville. Simmons, 28, was born in Massachusetts and raised in Somerset, …
James makes the grade as Grand Prix debut highlights Aiken success
Bermudian equestrian Tyler James enjoyed a milestone week in South Carolina, marking his successful transition to the elite Grand Prix stage at the Aiken Spring
Durham & Vikings make history with Senior Day shut-out
Nadhira Durham and her Elizabeth City State teammates delivered a clinical masterclass at the ECSU Tennis Courts, dismantling Virginia Union 7–0 in a record-b
Gritty display in Hyères as Bermudian sailors battle the elements
The relentless Mediterranean “big easterlies” continued to punish the world’s elite today at the 57th French Olympic Week, testing the physical limits of Berm
Royal appointment as Bermuda prepares for King’s Baton Relay
Bermuda is set for a historic royal encounter as the roadmap for the 2026 Commonwealth Games King’s Baton Relay is officially unveiled.
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Endemic land snail conservation draws global praise
The Bermuda land snail, Poecilozonites bermudensis, is found nowhere else in the world and the greater Bermuda land snail was once believed to have disappear
RA clarifies process of the fuel price freeze
The Government issued a directive on the 15 April advising the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda to halt the fuel price at March rates to shield residents from h
Royal visit program unveiled by Governor
His Majesty King Charles III was last in Bermuda 56 years ago and will be making a historic visit on April 30
Britain’s King Charles and Queen Camilla wave a
Europe’s markets watchdog warns cyber threats are growing as AI speeds up risks
Geopolitical tensions have increased cybersecurity risks and the regulator has been contacting financial entities it supervises to assess their cybersecurity de
Ryanair to relocate Berlin-based jets, reduce flights by 50%
All seven Berlin-based aircraft will be relocated to lower-cost airports in other European countries such as Sweden, Slovakia, Albania and Italy, the Ireland-ba
Dominic O’Donnell On Music Award Nomination
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermudian music director Dominic O’Donnell said his nomination at this year’s MOBO Awards marked a major step in his career as he continues to build a name in the international music industry. Mr O’Donnell, known professionally as Domamanic, was nominated for Video of the Year for Back 2 Back, which he …
Photos: Plants & Flowers At 2026 Exhibition
Floral and plant displays were among the features at the 2026 Agricultural Exhibition, with a variety of entries highlighting Bermuda’s horticultural community. You can view all Bernews coverage of this year and past years Agricultural Exhibitions by clicking here, and view thousands of images, spanning almost two decades, of the Exhibition by clicking here. Related Stories …
Photos: Animals At 2026 Agricultural Exhibition
The Agricultural Exhibition in Bermuda featured a diverse range of animals, with pigs, rabbits and chickens and more on display. You can view all Bernews coverage of this year and past years Agricultural Exhibitions by clicking here, and view thousands of images, spanning almost two decades, of the Exhibition by clicking here. Related Stories Photos: 2011 …
Photos: 2026 Agricultural Exhibition Day #1
The 2026 Bermuda Agricultural Exhibition is underway at the Botanical Gardens, marking the start of the island’s premier agricultural showcase, which features a wide array of local agriculture, floriculture, and traditional crafts. The grounds were filled with extensive displays, ranging from award-winning vegetables and intricate floral arrangements to homemade baked goods and preserves. The exhibition …
Giant ice tower delays opening of Everest climbing route
The annual climbing season for the 8,849-metre (29,032-foot) summit runs from April to May, when the weather conditions are most suited to reaching the windswep
Fairmont Southampton To Host Event In London
Fairmont Southampton will host a “recruitment and engagement event” in London on May 7th as “part of a targeted effort to reconnect with Bermudians living abroad and invite them to be part of the resort’s highly anticipated 2026 reopening.” A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton, in collaboration with the Government of Bermuda London Office, will host a …
King’s baton week brings events islandwide
Celebrations from April 26 to May 1 include a shoreline clean-up, school presentations and the baton handover to King Charles III at Royal Naval Dockyard
European shares face first weekly loss in five as Mideast worries mount
The pan-European STOXX 600 index declined 1% to 608.2 points, as of 0903 GMT, to a more than two-week low
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Hamilton councillors acclaimed after nominations close
Four resident and four business councillors were declared elected by acclamation, and the mayoral contest will proceed to a poll on the seventh of May with adva
Tyler James Earns Top Finishes In Aiken
Tyler James has just completed a week of competition at the Aiken Spring Classic Masters at the Highfields Event Center, Aiken, South Carolina from April 15th – 19th. A spokesperson said, “Tyler had an extremely successful week which culminated in a double clear and 5th place finish in his first Welcome Stakes class on Vino Blanco. …
Bermuda Sailors Face Strong Hyeres Winds
Strong easterly winds continued to affect racing at the 57th French Olympic Week in Hyères, with Bermuda sailors Sebastian Kempe, Campbell Patton and Adriana Penruddocke among those competing in the ILCA 6 and ILCA 7 fleets under challenging conditions. Sailors faced sustained wind and heavy chop across Hyères Bay, with conditions impacting results and standings, …
Tyler Smith back for nationals after a decade’s absence
Tyler Smith is returning to compete in the Triathlon National Championships for the first time in more than a decade.
The Bermudian, who competed at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, is flying home fr…
The Bermudian, who competed at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, is flying home fr…
Nathan Trott future uncertain as permanent Cardiff deal looks unlikely
Nathan Trott’s future at Cardiff City appears uncertain after a leading Danish football magazine reported that the Bermudian goalkeeper has turned down offers to join the Welsh side permanently.
Trott…
Trott…
Tyler Lopes on cusp of life as professional harness racing driver
Tyler Lopes has big plans in store this summer.
If all goes according to plan, the Bermudian hopes to fulfil an ambition of competing as a professional harness racing driver in the United States.
“I w…
If all goes according to plan, the Bermudian hopes to fulfil an ambition of competing as a professional harness racing driver in the United States.
“I w…
RG Fantasy League: Liverpool goalkeepers and defenders can shine
From feast to famine as after a double gameweek Fantasy managers are treated to a round in which Manchester City, Chelsea, Brighton, Bournemouth, Burnley and Leeds are not playing.
Plenty of you will…
Plenty of you will…
Watch: Panel sees no end in sight for geopolitical challenges
A panel featuring politicians, business leaders and economists agreed that geopolitical turbulence is driving multiple challenges for Bermuda, while offering differing views on what to do about it.
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Watch: Capital seeks ‘safe havens’ like Bermuda in crisis
Global business is entering what KPMG’s Stefano Moritsch calls a “geopolitical recession.” The changing rules of globalisation are driving companies to seek out stable, sophisticated jurisdictions whe…
Court: Joell-Deshields Admits Contempt In UK
Bermudian Christopher Joell-Deshields has admitted contempt of court in England after failing to return company login details and assets as ordered by a High Court judge, according to a report by the BBC. The story said, “The suspended chief executive of Pride in London has admitted contempt of court after failing to hand back social media and …