OpenAI breaks off Microsoft exclusivity to free up path for Amazon, Google deals
The reworked tie-up, announced jointly by the companies on Monday, retains Microsoft as OpenAI’s primary cloud partner with a license to the startup’s intellect
FTSE 100 extends losing streak to six days as Mideast peace hopes fade
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index finished 0.6% lower at 10,321.09 points, its sixth consecutive session of losses- its longest losing streak in more than a year. Me
Ricky Brangman pleased to win first trophy of season
St David’s coach Ricky Brangman is thrilled with his team’s victory over East End rivals St George’s in the Premier Division Champion of Champions.
The Islanders cruised to a comfortable eight-wicket…
The Islanders cruised to a comfortable eight-wicket…
Bermuda beat Guyana in rugby international
Bermuda’s senior men’s rugby team ground out a narrow win over Guyana last weekend.
Three penalties from Brandon Sangster gave Bermuda a 9-5 win in an attritional game at National Park rugby field in …
Three penalties from Brandon Sangster gave Bermuda a 9-5 win in an attritional game at National Park rugby field in …
PartnerRe announces James Beedle’s retirement
PartnerRe has announced the retirement of James Beedle, the chief executive officer of its Asia Pacific unit.
Mr Beedle served in the role for nearly a decade. The Bermudian-based reinsurer has appoin…
Mr Beedle served in the role for nearly a decade. The Bermudian-based reinsurer has appoin…
Belco linemen support power restoration efforts in Jamaica
Linemen from Belco travelled to Jamaica to provide support for power restoration efforts to the island’s grid after the impact of Hurricane Melissa.
The group — made up of Shawn Wade, Jacari Renfroe, …
The group — made up of Shawn Wade, Jacari Renfroe, …
East End lane closed for paving
Scheduled paving is affecting traffic in St George’s starting today, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced, with the eastbound lane of Kindley Field Road to be closed at Stone Crusher…
Foul play ruled out of woman’s death
Police confirmed today that the death of a woman found at a home in Southampton this month was not caused by foul play.
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said that a thorough investigation an…
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said that a thorough investigation an…
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI) and BermudAir, Bermuda’s boutique airline carrier, have announced a new sustainability partnership.
Shortly before 9:00 a.m on
Shortly before 9:00 a.m on Monday, April 27, 2026, police and other first responders were dispatched to a reported two vehicle collision at the junction of Palmetto Road and Dock Hill in Devonshire.
Aliana King completes London marathon a week after Boston
If you had told Aliana King that her legs would feel good on Monday morning after she had completed the London Marathon seven days after the Boston version, she would not have believed you.
But the Be…
But the Be…
Wall work leads to single-lane closure at Middle Road, Warwick
A major road in Warwick has undergone a lane closure today to allow for work on a nearby wall.
The work started at 9am on Middle Road near the entrance to Sleepy Hollow Lane, and will continue until M…
The work started at 9am on Middle Road near the entrance to Sleepy Hollow Lane, and will continue until M…
T20 Champion of Champions 2026
T20 Champion of Champions 2026 (Photographs by Laurent Wellman)
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Driver arrested after two-vehicle crash in Devonshire
Vehicle overturns after rear-end collision; injured driver taken to hospital
Image credit: Bermuda Police Service
Shortly before 9:00 a.m on Monday, Apri
DQs, race wins and frustration ― a week in the life of Bermuda sailors
Bermuda’s sailors are reflecting on a week of top-level competition that featured disqualifications, race wins, disappointments, elation and frustration.
Sebastian Kempe, Campbell Patton and Adriana …
Sebastian Kempe, Campbell Patton and Adriana …
Daniel Holland Tops BGA Monthly Medal
Daniel Holland finished first in the Men’s Division at the Bermuda Golf Association’s April Monthly Medal, producing a round of 66 to end the event at four over par in testing conditions. He won by one stroke in a close finish at the top of the leaderboard. Holland’s round included three birdies and nine pars. …
Dylan Muso Finishes Top Ten At Centennial
McDaniel College finished third at the 2026 Centennial Conference Men’s Golf Championships at Waynesboro Country Club, with Bermudian golfer Dylan Muso helping secure the podium position. Franklin & Marshall won the team title with a score of 11-under par. Dickinson College placed second at one-under par, while McDaniel finished third at one-over par. The tournament …
Tickets On Sale For ICC World Cup Qualifiers
The Bermuda Cricket Board announced that tickets are on sale for the ICC World Cup Qualifiers Americas Group A, set for June 21–27 at the National Sports Center. A spokesperson said, “Tickets are officially on sale for the ICC World Cup Qualifiers – Sub Regional Americas Group A, with a variety of ticket options available …
Applications open for BEDC incubator
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) is now accepting applications for the eighth cohort of its Enterprise Bermuda Incubator programme.
Designed to support local entrepreneurs and small…
Designed to support local entrepreneurs and small…
One Injured, One Arrested, Vehicle Overturned
One person was injured and another person was arrested for “failing to remain at the scene of an injury collision” following a two-vehicle collision this morning [April 27] in Devonshire, which resulted in one vehicle overturning on its side. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 9:00 a.m on Monday, April 27, 2026, police and other first responders …
Researchers track critically endangered European eel
A German-led team of scientists has completed a sixth round of research in a spawning area of the Sargasso Sea for the critically endangered European eel.
Led by Reinhold Hanel, a professor of the Thü…
Led by Reinhold Hanel, a professor of the Thü…
Driver arrested after crash leaves car overturned
A driver was arrested this morning after being involved in a collision that left a car on its side.
The Bermuda Police Service said that officers responded to a two-car crash at the roundabout connect…
The Bermuda Police Service said that officers responded to a two-car crash at the roundabout connect…
Rubis Energy Karting Championship Results
The Bermuda Rubis Energy Karting Championship 2025–2026 season concluded in dramatic fashion as 49 drivers battled in a thrilling finale under clear skies, with multiple class champions crowned after a day of intense racing. A spokesperson said, “Under brilliant sunshine and a charged atmosphere, the final race day of the Bermuda Rubis Energy Karting Championship …
Warwick Academy studies world cultures for International Day
School pupils recognised cultures from across the world during their International Day celebration.
Students at Warwick Academy took part in cultural exchange that taught them about food, art and acti…
Students at Warwick Academy took part in cultural exchange that taught them about food, art and acti…
Zeri Tomlinson Impresses With The Bat
Bermuda cricketer Zeri Tomlinson scored an unbeaten 49 to help Papplewick and Linby First XI secure a seven-wicket win over Notts & Arnold Amateur First XI in the Nottinghamshire Premier League on Saturday [April 25]. Papplewick chased down a target of 210 off 39.3 overs at Papplewick Hall Ground, with Tomlinson sharing an unbroken fourth-wicket …
Bermuda Craft Brewing relocates to Warwick
Former Riddle’s Bay Golf Club site to boost production capacity and outdoor space
Bermuda Craft Brewing is getting ready to tap into a brand-new chapter
Most insurers expect AI to transform business models
Six out of ten insurers expect artificial intelligence to significantly transform their business models within the next one to three years, according to a survey by AM Best.
Around two thirds of respo…
Around two thirds of respo…
Lois celebrates 100 years surrounded by her community
Lois Angeline Baxter celebrated her 100th birthday last week surrounded by friends and family.
More than 90 guests attended the senior’s birthday celebrations at St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in …
More than 90 guests attended the senior’s birthday celebrations at St Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in …
Franklin & Marshall dominant as Muso secures top-ten finish in Centennial showdown
Bermudian standout Dylan Muso played a pivotal role as McDaniel College secured a podium finish at the 2026 Centennial Conference Men’s Golf Championships.
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Smith and Robinson claim national glory at Clearwater Beach
The pristine sands of Clearwater Beach provided the backdrop for a display of elite endurance as the Bermuda National Triathlon Championships concluded with Oly
White shows grit as Van Zanden conquers “Great Belt” in CiCLE Classic
Bermudian powerhouse Conor White produced a resilient display on the punishing gravel sectors of the East Midlands, finishing within touching distance of the le
Gazzard and Weikl secure top-eight finish after resilient Dominican run
Bermuda’s Olivia Gazzard and Sophie Weikl have concluded their 2026 NORCECA Under-18 World Championship qualifying campaign with an eighth-place finish, marki
Enterprise Bermuda Incubator Applications Open
The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is now accepting applications for the 8th Cohort of its Enterprise Bermuda Incubator program. A spokesperson said, “Designed to support local entrepreneurs and small business owners in the early stages of their journey, this year’s program will run from July 2nd, 2026, through March 25th, 2027. “The Enterprise Bermuda …
Pope and first female Archbishop of Canterbury meet and pray together
The two, who lead Christian denominations that split from each other in acrimony in 1534, met privately before going together to a 17th century chapel where the
Special Olympians To Take Part In End-To-End
A group of Special Olympics Bermuda athletes will take part in the Convex End-to-End charity walk on Saturday [May 2]. Special Olympics Bermuda, sponsored by Athene, are regular participants in the event and will walk from Beacon Hill in Somerset to Dockyard as part of the three-mile Fun Walk. Some of their athletes will also …
EU extends sanctions against Myanmar by a year
The measures include asset freezes, travel bans and an arms embargo for 105 individuals and 22 entities
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The European
UK retail sales tumble by most in over 40 years, CBI survey shows
The CBI’s monthly retail sales volume measure dropped to -68 in April from -52 in March, its lowest reading since the series started in 1983
Internation
FTSE 100 edges higher as energy, banking stocks power gains
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.2% to 10,393.85 points by 1005 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 also climbed 0.2%
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Temple Of Tennis Open Tournament Continues
The Temple of Tennis Open Tournament continued at Port Royal Golf Course, with matches advancing into the later stages of the competition. Victoria Stephens defeated Arianna Parra in straight sets, 6–2, 6–0. Stephens won the opening set 6–2 before completing the match without conceding a game in the second set. Scott Redmond and Tariq Simons …
Smith And Robinson Win Triathlon Titles
The Bermuda National Triathlon Championships concluded at Clearwater Beach with Tyler Smith and Kristen Robinson winning the men’s and women’s titles. Athletes competed over the Olympic distance, consisting of a 1.5km swim, 40km bike and 10km run. Tyler Smith won the men’s race in 1:51:45 after recording splits of 17:17 in the swim, 59:30 on …
Robin Horsfield Finishes 34th At P2A Cento
Bermudian cyclist Robin Horsfield placed 34th out of 384 riders in the 110-kilometre Paris to Ancaster Cento, competing against a strong field of national champions, World Cup athletes and professional cyclists. A spokesperson said, “Bermudian cyclist Robin Horsfield showed the breadth of his cycling ability today, stepping off his mountain bike to compete in the …
White House dinner shooting prompts scrutiny of Trump security arrangements
Two former Secret Service agents and three senior U.S. officials told Reuters on Sunday that federal agents appeared to carry out their plan to protect the pres
UK PM Starmer to discuss Iran war impact with Bank of England
“Tomorrow I’m chairing a meeting of Cobra on the impact (of the war), bringing in people from the Bank of England, so that you can be sure we will stand by work
Global stocks steady; oil climbs on stalled peace talks
Benchmark Brent crude futures rose almost 3% to touch a more than three-week high of $108.5 a barrel at one point in the session, stoking inflation worries
Sterling edges up vs dollar with Middle East, BoE in focus
The greenback rallied during the Iran conflict, benefiting in March from safe-haven flows as the U.S. is less exposed than Europe – including Britain – to the a
Motorcyclist dies in Sandys crash
Bermuda recorded its fifth road fatality of the year after a rider succumbed following a two-vehicle collision in Sandys on Saturday.
The Bermuda Police Service said that at 4.17pm, officers and other…
The Bermuda Police Service said that at 4.17pm, officers and other…
Brangman and O’Brien help St David’s lay down emphatic marker
Somerset Cricket Club (St George’s won toss): St David’s beat St George’s by eight wickets
St David’s were crowned the Premier Division Champion of Champions after beating St George’s in an enter…
Bermuda Smash Invitational squads finalised
The final squads for Bermuda’s big franchise cricket tournament have been finalised.
The 56 players set to entertain and enthral at the Bermuda Smash Invitational were finalised at the draft, which to…
The 56 players set to entertain and enthral at the Bermuda Smash Invitational were finalised at the draft, which to…
Charity offers support for employers on domestic abuse
Employers should play their part in helping staff who are victims of domestic abuse, as it is both a safety and productivity issue, according to the Centre Against Abuse.
The charity is rolling out th…
The charity is rolling out th…
Greenberg: AI triggers cyber ‘arms race’
Chubb chairman and chief executive Evan Greenberg has warned that artificial intelligence is fuelling an “arms race” in cyber-risk while at the same time reshaping how insurance is distributed, partic…