Taxis get 60-second headstart over ridesharers
Regulations for new rideshare operators tabled; Minister suggests new operators could be up and running by May
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What’s On: Our guide to weekend events
The weekend is here, and there’s plenty happening across the island for all ages to enjoy. From community events to entertainment and activities, there’s so
Family of ‘The Gombey Man’ donate regalia to government
The family of a late Gombey performer and trailblazer in the field has donated his regalia.
Relatives of Tyrone Alexander “Funk” Nesbitt, who was known to many as The Gombey Man, offered his outfit to…
Relatives of Tyrone Alexander “Funk” Nesbitt, who was known to many as The Gombey Man, offered his outfit to…
Local swimmers dive into Nevis to St Kitts Cross Channel Swim
Six open water swimmers from Bermuda are tomorrow competing in the Nevis to St Kitts Cross Channel Swim.
Lesley-Jane Smith, left, Harold Kahler, Handsome Williams, Tobias Ahlqvist, Craig Munden and S…
Lesley-Jane Smith, left, Harold Kahler, Handsome Williams, Tobias Ahlqvist, Craig Munden and S…
Butterfield shares fall 0.75% in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index closed unchanged on 3,297.15 today after a day of no trading activity.
For the week, the index climbed 2.1 per cent, driven by a 2 per cent rise in the share price of Butte…
For the week, the index climbed 2.1 per cent, driven by a 2 per cent rise in the share price of Butte…
Amendment seeks to lessen overreach in charity regulation
Amendments to balance out harsh anti-financial crime regulations for charities were debated in the House of Assembly today.
The Charities Amendment Act 2026 was designed to refocus compliance measures…
The Charities Amendment Act 2026 was designed to refocus compliance measures…
Enhanced health benefits for civil servants unveiled
Government employees will receive expanded health insurance coverage as of May 1, including support for substance abuse treatment.
David Burt told the House of Assembly today that revisions to the Gov…
David Burt told the House of Assembly today that revisions to the Gov…
Cancer fundraiser honours memory of young woman
Two charities are benefiting from a fundraiser honouring the life of Emma Norman.
Emma was a respected athlete who died from cancer last year at the ag
Dollar rises on safe-haven demand, yen slides as Middle East risks mount
The yen was particularly under pressure, falling in afternoon trading to its weakest since July 2024 and raising the possibility of currency market intervention
Cholera aid for African countries stalled by Iran conflict
The stocks stranded in Dubai warehouses are contingency supplies placed in cholera-prone countries including Chad and Sudan ahead of the rainy months
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UN moves to create mechanism to safeguard Hormuz trade in face of Iran war
U.N. Under-Secretary-General Jorge Moreira da Silva, executive director of the United Nations Office for Project Services, will lead the project, Dujarric said
Pharmacist admits eight criminal charges
A pharmacist who stole drugs and falsified records at a Hamilton pharmacy may be sentenced in the Supreme Court in May.
Craig Colwell, 62, admitted eight offences, including stealing 990 tablets or ca…
Craig Colwell, 62, admitted eight offences, including stealing 990 tablets or ca…
Conduit adds industry heavyweights to board
Conduit Holdings Ltd has appointed three senior insurance figures to its board in an effort to strengthen governance as the Bermudian-based reinsurer continues its expansion.
The company, which is lis…
The company, which is lis…
MPs clash over cyber-risk assessment plan
An Opposition MP has questioned how the island’s first national cybersecurity risk assessment can be conducted when a long-awaited report into a cyberattack that crippled government services remains i…
Experts explore developments in dental and public health
Local and international professionals met on the island last week to explore the latest developments shaping the future of dental care and public health.
They participated in the second annual Oral He…
They participated in the second annual Oral He…
Astronauts’ lunar mission to be monitored from Bermuda
Astronauts embarking on a mission to the moon next Wednesday will be monitored by Bermuda’s tracking station on Cooper’s Island.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Artemis II test fligh…
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Artemis II test fligh…
BMA Prohibition Order Against Joakim Samuelsson
The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has issued a prohibition order against Mr. Joakim Samuelsson. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] today announces that it has issued a prohibition order against Mr. Joakim Samuelsson, pursuant to section 32H of the Insurance Act 1978 [Insurance Act], following the conclusion of an enforcement process …
Tyrone Nesbitt Regalia Donated To Ministry
The family of the late Tyrone “Funk” Nesbitt presented his Gombey regalia to the Ministry of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, honoring his legacy while helping preserve Bermuda’s cultural heritage. A Government spokesperson said, “On Wednesday, March 25, the Nesbitt family, relatives of the late Tyrone “Funk” Nesbitt, gathered to present his Gombey regalia …
Bermuda involved in NASA’s Artemis II crewed Moon mission
Cooper’s Island tracking station to monitor historic April 1 launch
As the world turns its attention to the skies next week, Bermuda will once again f
PATI AMENDMENT TO GNO1176/2025 CORPORATE INCOME TAX AGENCY
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List of planning Applications Advertised on March 27, 2026
The applications shown below are available for review on the Department of Planning’s Customer Self Service Portal. or between the hours of 8:45 am and 4:30 pm weekdays at the Department of Planning, Seven Arches Building, 3rd Floor, 44 West, Church Street, City of Hamilton HM12.
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Roadside Sobriety Checkpoint Notice 2026
The Assistant Commissioner of Police, in compliance with the requirement ofsection 35BD(1) of the Road Traffic Act 1947, gives the following Notice:
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Police Warn Of WhatsApp Zoom Scam
The Bermuda Police Service is alerting the public to a “new WhatsApp scam in which a link is sent to you purportedly from a WhatsApp group you belong to, or one of your WhatsApp contacts, inviting you to attend a Zoom meeting.” A police spokesperson said, “That link is fictitious and is actually a verification …
Column: Palau-Wolffe On Human Rights & More
[Opinion column written by Françoise Palau-Wolffe] Bermuda, like much of the world, is living through a period of instability and uncertainty. Our close-knit island is not immune to the effects of a shifting global order – one where authoritarianism is resurfacing, socio-economic inequality is widening, and the rule of law is increasingly challenged. These conditions …
Kiwon Waldron Records Three Strong Finishes
Bermudian harness pony driver Kiwon Waldron recorded three consecutive top-five finishes during a race card at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. Waldron finished fifth in the opening race driving Megan Money, crossing the line in 2:15.4. In the second race, he guided Bos Taurus to fourth place with a time of 2:01.4. Waldron secured his …
Plan to end homelessness unveiled in Parliament
A strategy that comprises evidence-based solutions and global best practices to end homelessness in Bermuda was tabled in the House of Assembly today.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Deve…
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Deve…
Single-use plastics legislation tabled in the House
A long-awaited Bill designed to stamp out single-use plastic pollution was tabled in Parliament today, eight years after it was first promised.
But no plastic items will be banned until after the legi…
But no plastic items will be banned until after the legi…
Pound heads for biggest monthly loss against the safe-haven dollar since October
Sterling has fallen by 1.5% in March, slightly more than in February, making this its worst monthly performance since last October
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Half of Dutch fleet idle as European fishing hit by high diesel prices
The pressure is most acute in the Netherlands because of an outsized number of beam trawlers in its fleet, which makes up about 7% of the European Union’s total
More than 100 crash victims taken to hospital each month
More than 100 road crash victims have to be treated in hospital every month, it was revealed today.
Kim Wilson, the Health Minister, told MPs that more than 3,760 people were admitted to King Edward …
Kim Wilson, the Health Minister, told MPs that more than 3,760 people were admitted to King Edward …
Transport minister: Ride-share rules put taxi drivers first
Taxi drivers will have the chance to accept hires ahead of ride-share operators and the fares for each mode of transportation will align, MPs heard today.
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transp…
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Tourism, Transp…
Colts Eye Second Spot as Paget Clash Finally gets Green Light
The Bermuda Football Association’s Competitions Committee has finally rescheduled a high-stakes Premier Division encounter four months after it was originally
Honduras dominant as Bermuda’s junior boys suffer Day Two defeat
Bermuda’s rising tennis talents have faced a second consecutive day of frustration at the ITF World Junior Tennis campaign, as the boys’ team fell to a comp
WTO at ‘critical juncture’ and needs deep reform, EU and CPTPP say
The EU and the CPTPP – which comprises 12 countries, including Australia, Japan, Canada, Mexico, Malaysia and Britain – met on the sidelines of the WTO minister
Martial artist Sidders makes historic return to China
Bermuda has made a significant return to the global martial arts stage, with elite prospect Geraldine Sidders becoming the first athlete from the island to comp
CedarBridge Academy Careers Fair
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St George’s Face Somerset In Legends Cup
St George’s and Somerset will face each other in the Legends Cup Old Boys football game at Wellington Oval on Saturday, April 11. The main event kicks off at 3pm, while an Under-9’s match starts at 1.30pm. A St George’s Cricket Club social media post read: “St. George’s v Somerset – a rivalry that never …
Beyond the fairways: New charity aims to transform Bermudian golf
A heavyweight quartet of Bermudian golfers has launched ‘Beyond the Fairways’, a new charitable initiative designed to break down barriers and make the spor
Andre Manders Impresses For Rest Of World
Andre Manders impressed with bat and ball in the Rest of the World XI’s 25-run defeat to the Canada Legends in the Over-60 International Quad Series at the Severn Cricket Field in Woodley Park, California. Batting first after losing the toss, Canada posted a 238 for five from their 45 overs. Manders was the pick …
A 21-year-old man appeared in
A 21-year-old man appeared in Magistrates’ Court this morning to face three indictable offenses before Magistrate Maria Sofianos.
Man sent to drug treatment court for possession
A man found with diamorphine has been ordered to participate in a drug treatment court programme.
Chet Wilmot, 63, admitted having the controlled drug when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday….
Chet Wilmot, 63, admitted having the controlled drug when he appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday….
A 19-year-old man appeared in
A 19-year-old man appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday to answer to a series of serious charges involving a young female complainant.
Man in court over killing of Kawaje Raynor and pet
A man appeared in court this morning charged in connection with the deaths this month of a father of two and a dog.
It was alleged that Jayden Smith-Lightbourne, 21, with others, unlawfully killed Kaw…
It was alleged that Jayden Smith-Lightbourne, 21, with others, unlawfully killed Kaw…
Medical issues divert ships to Bermuda
Medical issues caused two ships to divert to Bermuda within four days, the island’s maritime operations centre reported.
The centre was first informed at 8.15am on March 20 that the oil tanker MV Flex…
The centre was first informed at 8.15am on March 20 that the oil tanker MV Flex…
Austria plans social media ban for children under 14
Australia introduced a social media ban for under-16s in December, the first country to do so
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Close to average hurricane season forecast
A weather forecasting firm has predicted that wind shear will offset unusually warm waters to limit storm development in the upcoming hurricane season.
AccuWeather said in its preseason forecast that …
AccuWeather said in its preseason forecast that …
Manders stars as Rest of the World reach final
The USA Legends 60 International Tournament has brought out the very best in Bermudian Andre Manders who has played an integral role in securing the Rest of the World’s spot in today’s final in Los An…
Trump extends deadline for striking Iran’s energy plants to April 7
The war has spread across the Middle East, killing thousands of people and hitting the global economy with soaring energy and fertiliser prices that have fuelle