Indonesia to loan endangered Komodo dragons to Japan for breeding programme, ministry says
Ahmad Munawir, a conservation official at the ministry, told Reuters a male and a female will be sent to a zoo in Shizuoka
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Photos: 2026 BNT Palm Sunday Walk
The Bermuda National Trust’s 51st annual Palm Sunday Walk took place yesterday [March 29], featuring a 5.85-mile scenic route starting on Boaz Island. Myles Darrell, Head of Natural Heritage at BNT, previously said, “The Palm Sunday Walk is a wonderful spring tradition that invites the community to step outside, enjoy fresh air, and discover parts of Bermuda they may not have explored …
Photos: BZS Hosts Zoom Around The Sound
The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] hosted the annual Zoom Around the Sound this weekend, a 7.2-mile fun event supporting BZS education and conservation programmes, with participants running, walking, riding, or gliding around Harrington Sound. A spokesperson previously said, “This event was the brainchild of the Butterfield family over 30 years ago and has been sponsored …
South Korea considers nationwide driving curbs as oil prices soar
Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said on Sunday the government could expand restrictions on passenger car use beyond public institutions if crude prices rise to a
EU energy ministers seek to coordinate Iran war response
Europe’s heavy reliance on energy imports has left it exposed to spiralling prices since the key shipping route the Strait of Hormuz was effectively closed
UK fines Apple subsidiary $516,000 over Russia sanctions breach
A notice from the government on Monday said ADI had made funds available to a designated person without a licence in relation to two payments in 2022
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Wanderers, Invaders, Beers & Flyers Win
A total of 133 runs were scored across four Bermuda Softball League games at the Michael Preece Softball Diamond. The One Hit Wanderers defeated Fundamental Standpoints 26-12. Joe Barrosso went four-for-five with three home runs and seven RBIs for the Wanderers. Dylan Sommerville led Fundamental Standpoints, finishing three-for-four with a double and a home run. …
Photos: ‘Showdown At Sundown’ Karting Event
Karting drivers competed under the lights at Southside Motorsports Raceway in St David’s during the inaugural “Showdown At Sundown,” featuring over 60 local and international racers across seven classes. Chris Smith, president of the Bermuda Karting Association, previously told Bernews, “We wanted to do something different and came up with the idea of a night …
Society Swimathon & Walk To Be Held On April 11
The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda will host its ninth annual Swim-a-thon and Walk on April 11, at the Bermuda National Sports Centre Aquatics and Fitness Centre in honor of the late Stanley Ingham. A spokesperson said, “April 11th, 2026, will mark the 9thth annual Swim-a-thon and Walk of The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda …
FEI Jumping Challenge & Support Show Results
Some of Bermuda’s leading riders returned to competition for the second round of the 2026 FEI Jumping World Challenge at the National Equestrian Centre on Vesey Street. The event followed a standardized international format, with riders combining times and penalty faults over two rounds in pursuit of qualification for the global finals. Courses across all …
Minister On Govt Public Service Scholarships
“The Public Service Scholarships programme will support Bermudians to prepare for critical jobs that are hard to fill here in Bermuda and often globally,” Minister of the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation Diallo Rabain said in the House of Assembly. The Minister said, “The scholarships offer up to $30,000 a year for studies in areas …
Aaliyah Nolan Has Assist In Bradford Win
Bermudian footballer Aaliyah Nolan had an assist in Bradford City AFC’s 2-0 win at home to Ponteland United in the North East Regional Women’s League Premier Division yesterday [March 29]. The experienced striker has notched an impressive 15 goals in 16 games this season. Bradford are top of the table with 48 points from 17 …
Video: Clyde Best On Film Documentary
[Written by Stephen Wright] Clyde Best said he was “over the moon” with the positive reaction to a documentary about his football career, which completed its UK screenings at a London theatre yesterday [March 28]. Best attended showings of Transforming the Beautiful Game – The Clyde Best Story alongside family, friends and former team-mates throughout …
Video: Jasmine Spence Scores Free Kick
Jasmine Spence scored a free kick in Newport Pagnell Town’s 5-2 win at home to Dunton & Broughton United in the East Midlands Women’s Regional League Division One South yesterday [March 29]. Spence, who plays in attack or midfield, curled her effort from the edge of the box into the bottom right-hand corner in the …
Kaden Hopkins Races In Loire Atlantique
Cyclist Kaden Hopkins competed in the 25th Classic Loire Atlantique, finishing 102nd after the 160-kilometres race from Nantes. Riding for the Atom 6 Bikes–Cycleur de Luxe–Auto Stroo Continental Team, Hopkins completed the one-day event in 3hr 46min 54sec. Recently returning from a fractured collarbone, Hopkins remained with the chasing groups and crossed the line 11:42 …
UK mortgage approvals rise by most since November, Bank of England says
The BoE said 62,584 new mortgages for house purchase were approved in February, up from 60,246 in January
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Spain closes airspace to US planes involved in Iran war, El Pais says
The closure of its airspace, which forces military planes to bypass NATO member Spain en route to their targets in the Middle East, does not include emergency s
ECB to speed up approval of banks’ capital risk model changes
Banks currently must seek the ECB’s prior approval for any material change in their internal models
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The European Cen
UK’s FTSE 100 climbs on boost from mining and energy stocks
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.6% as of 0921 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 fell 0.5%
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London’s FTSE 100 advance
Gaming commission has ample work, say chair and CEO
The Bermuda Gaming Commission has insisted it has ample work to do, even in the absence of either a casino or betting shop industry.
Cheryl-Ann Mapp, its chairwoman, and Charmaine Smith, the BGC’s chi…
Cheryl-Ann Mapp, its chairwoman, and Charmaine Smith, the BGC’s chi…
Proposals invited for Swing Bridge replacement
A search has been launched for partners to build a replacement for the ageing Swing Bridge.
Submissions were invited via a government request for proposals published last Wednesday to deliver the long…
Submissions were invited via a government request for proposals published last Wednesday to deliver the long…
Group proposes ‘structured’ long-term care services at KEMH
A health advocacy group has submitted a proposal to the Bermuda Hospitals Board for the provision of “structured” in-house medical services for long-term care residents at the King Edward VII Memorial…
Courier imports rise as on-island sales dip
Bermuda’s courier companies transported more than $200 million worth of goods to the island last year, fuelled by the exploding trend of internet shopping, government figures show.
The latest retail s…
The latest retail s…
Custodian Life director barred from insurance sector
The Bermuda Monetary Authority has issued a prohibition order against Joakim Samuelsson, a director and controller of Custodian Life, barring him indefinitely from holding senior roles in the island’s…
The Government of Bermuda wishes
The Government of Bermuda wishes to inform the public of a recent incident in which a member of the public directly interfered with a public officer carrying out official duties related to the management and control of feral chickens.
Like many of you, I
Like many of you, I got that OBA postcard. And like many of you, I tossed it out, because we know exactly what it was.
Rockaway ferry is half empty
The ferry service between Hamilton and Rockaway in Southampton is almost half empty, the Transport Minister admitted yesterday.
The ferries have room for 112 more passengers, or 45 per cent of their …
The ferries have room for 112 more passengers, or 45 per cent of their …
We commend the Government and
We commend the Government and Minister Jache Adams for bringing forward this important piece of legislation.
During Friday’s motion to adjourn
During Friday’s motion to adjourn at the end of our Parliamentary session, the Premier tabled the report on the Premier’s, Ministers’, and Opposition Leader staff for fiscal years 2023/24 and 2024/25. By law, this report is to be tabled by the end of May each year for the prior financial year.
TNN News has received troubling
TNN News has received troubling information today regarding a prison officer who has resigned from the prison service less than three weeks after officially passing out in the March 3rd graduation ceremony.
Devonshire Colts kept alive hopes
Devonshire Colts kept alive hopes of earning a Premier Division championship as they comprehensively defeated Paget Lions 4-1 at White Hill Field yesterday.
There were smiles all around
There were smiles all around among P1 students at Somerset Primary, West End Primary, and East End Primary when Focus Counselling Services presented 42 youngsters with a traditional Bermuda kite.
Devonshire Colts ensure three teams in hunt for title on final day
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Devonshire Colts ensured there will be three teams in contention for the Premier Division title on the final day of the season after a resounding win over Paget L…
Relegation for Frazzoni as Bermudian stars light up UK circuit
Bermuda international Eva Frazzoni and her AFC Sudbury teammates suffered a devastating afternoon at Champion Hill, as a 1-0 defeat to Dulwich Hamlet confirmed
Sebastian Kempe targets medal stage in Spain
Sebastian Kempe is keen to see how he fares against the top sailors in the world as he gears up for the the 55th Princess Sofia Trophy in Spain.
With fleet racing taking place from Monday to Friday b…
With fleet racing taking place from Monday to Friday b…
The Open Your Heart Foundation
The Open Your Heart Foundation is once again preparing for its highly anticipated Good Friday extravaganza, celebrating an impressive 15 years of bringing Bermuda together through love, unity, and generosity.
Robin Horsfield extends mountain bike dominance
Robin Horsfield put on a dominant display to secure an eighth title at the Winners Edge Mountain Bike Cross Country National Championships at Ferry Reach on Sunday.
In windy conditions, Horsfield led …
In windy conditions, Horsfield led …
Team Bermuda win Super Stock class at St Petersburg Grand Prix
David Selley and Steven Bridges achieved a career milestone after securing honours in the Super Stock class in their 32ft catamaran, Team Bermuda, at the St Petersburg Powerboat Grand Prix in St Peter…
Top female college golfers play Port Royal tournament
Some of the brightest female golf talent in the United States will be taking part in the Bermuda Triangle Collegiate Challenge at Port Royal Golf Course over the next two days.
Teams from 11 colleges…
Teams from 11 colleges…
Hundreds attend annual Palm Sunday Walk
Residents braved windy conditions this afternoon to take part in the 51st annual Bermuda National Trust Palm Sunday Walk in the West End.
The six-mile route started on Boaz Island in Sandys and walker…
The six-mile route started on Boaz Island in Sandys and walker…
Wins For Hood And YGS In Corona League
Robin Hood and YGS claimed wins in the Corona League at BAA Field. Hood defeated Tuff Dogs 1-0 thanks to a late penalty from Matt Madeiros. Meanwhile, YGS beat FC Rhino 5-2 courtesy of goals from Tarreko Wilson, Luigi Cacace [2] and Doma Williams [2]. Lozendro Symonds and Vernon Perinchief scored for Rhino. YGS will …
Geraldine Sidders Proud Of Wushu Campaign
Geraldine Sidders has completed her campaign at the 10th World Junior Wushu Championships in Tianjin, China. Sidders finished 32nd in the gunshu [staff] and 21st in her other taolu event, changquan [long fist]. She was accompanied by Bermuda Sanshou Association coaches Garon Wilkinson and Kaelin Cox, along with team leader Nolette Webb. “I’m humbled and …
Bermuda National Trust Palm Sunday Walk 2026
Bermuda National Trust Palm Sunday Walk 2026 (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Ryan Rebello lights up the track in karting’s Showdown at Sundown
Ryan Rebello stamped his authority with a dominant display in the inaugural Showdown at Sundown at Bermuda Motorsports Park over the weekend.
The experienced driver won every race on the way to claimi…
The experienced driver won every race on the way to claimi…
Humpback whale ‘Timmy’ struggles to escape shallow waters off Germany
The plight of Timmy, who is thought to measure 12 to 15 metres in length, shows the difficulty of freeing such creatures given their size
International
Pope Leo says God rejects prayers of leaders who wage wars
In the celebration that opens the holy week leading up to Easter for the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, the pontiff called the conflict “atrocious” and said Jes
France detains two more suspects over foiled Paris Bank of America attack
Under French law, suspects in terrorism cases can be held in custody for up to 96 hours, with further extensions possible under judicial oversight
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Athora to shift HQ from Bermuda to UK after PIC acquisition
Athora Holding Ltd plans to move its corporate and legal headquarters from Bermuda to London by the end of 2027.
The announcement came as Athora confirmed the completion of its acquisition of Pension …
The announcement came as Athora confirmed the completion of its acquisition of Pension …
Pentagon preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, Washington Post reports
The plans could involve raids by Special Operations and conventional infantry troops, the Post reported
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Marex plans to move domicile to Bermuda
Marex Group, a financial-services company based in Britain, plans to move its holding company’s legal domicile to Bermuda.
The company announced outlined the plan in an investor day in New York, when …
The company announced outlined the plan in an investor day in New York, when …