Kamala Harris says she might run for president again in 2028
Harris added that she would consider a run in the context of who, in 2028, could do the best job as president “for the American people.”
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Oil ends lower ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks, posts steepest weekly loss since 2022
Crude futures hovered near $100 a barrel as attacks continued and the flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz remained heavily restricted, and concerns lingere
EU weighing tighter regulation for OpenAI under Digital Services Act
German newspaper Handelsblatt reported earlier on Friday that ChatGPT would fall under the DSA, meaning it would face tighter regulation
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ECB backs EU plan to centralise financial supervision
The central bank’s backing will send a signal of confidence to markets, as well as the governments of some smaller EU countries
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Cycle race to affect East End traffic
A bicycle race will affect traffic in the East End on Sunday, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment announced.
A spokesman urged motorists to use caution during the Bermuda Bicycle Association …
A spokesman urged motorists to use caution during the Bermuda Bicycle Association …
DaRock Elite Academy -West Ham Elite Camp hailed a success
West Ham Academy coach Georgio Tofarides recently hosted a football camp alongside DaRock Elite Academy coaching staff at the Clyde Best Centre of Excellence over the Spring school break.
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Dubbed the D…
RG/BSX Index logs 1.7% weekly gain
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index closed unchanged on 3,479.56 today, as no shares traded.
For the week, the index gained 57.47 points, or 1.65 per cent, on total trading volume of 1,000 shares and turnover…
For the week, the index gained 57.47 points, or 1.65 per cent, on total trading volume of 1,000 shares and turnover…
Motorcycle crash blocks Middle Road in Warwick
Police divert traffic following serious single-vehicle collision
Police are on the scene of a serious single-vehicle road traffic collision involving a m
Serious motorcycle crash stops traffic at Warwick intersection
Police have blocked off traffic on a major road in Warwick after a serious crash.
The incident, which happened near the junction of Middle Road and Sleepy Hollow Lane, was reported at about 5.06pm.
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The incident, which happened near the junction of Middle Road and Sleepy Hollow Lane, was reported at about 5.06pm.
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New insurer formations steady in first quarter
Bermuda’s insurance market kept a steady pace of new formations in the first quarter of 2026, with the most growth in capital markets structures and life reinsurance rather than traditional insurers.
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Flatts eatery relaunch planned as owner defends hygiene standards
Food Hub in Flatts has relocated operations to Devonshire – a move its owner says was already planned but now comes amid backlash over viral videos showing what
Clarien Bank Donates $160K To Charities
Clarien Bank announced its 2026 corporate giving has exceeded $160,000, supporting a wide range of charitable organisations across the island through continued community investment. A spokesperson said, “Clarien Bank announced today its corporate giving for the year 2026, with donations surpassing $160,000 to a diverse group of charitable organisations. This year’s initiative reflects Clarien’s continued …
Potential for milder than usual hurricane season in 2026
A prominent hurricane forecast centre in the United States has predicted “somewhat below-normal activity” for the Atlantic hurricane season, which begins officially on June 1 and runs until November 3…
List of planning Applications Advertised on April 10, 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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NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF THE REGISTERS
PARLIAMENTARY ELECTION ACT 1978 Section 26A (1) (b) (AS MODIFIED BY THE MUNICIPALITIES (ELECTION) ORDER 2015) NOTICE OF PUBLICATION OF THE REGISTERS
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Devonshire Colts juniors in memorable UK tour
The future of Devonshire Colts was on display when the club’s junior players embarked on a recent tour of England and Wales.
A combination of under-13 and under-11 players were part of the trip. Quin…
A combination of under-13 and under-11 players were part of the trip. Quin…
Dr Shultz: Don’t play politics
The hospital’s former Chief of Emergency doesn’t want his fierce criticism of past and present healthcare decisions to become a political football
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Road race to affect St. David’s & Causeway this Sunday
The Bermuda Bicycle Association Winners Edge Road Race takes place on Sunday, April 12, with traffic controls in place across St. David’s Island and The Causewa
UK stocks clock weekly gains on US-Iran ceasefire, focus on peace talks
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index ended flat at 10,600.5 points on the day, clocking its third straight weekly gain
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Brazil and US launch joint action to fight organized crime
The move comes as President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva steps up efforts on public security, a key issue in Latin America’s largest economy, as he seeks a new ter
One dead, 27 injured as bus carrying British tourists crashes in Spain’s La Gomera
Those injured, including three in serious condition, were taken to the Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe Hospital, local emergency services said in a social media pos
Netanyahu requests delay in his corruption trial testimony
Netanyahu’s trial was set to resume on Sunday, after Israel lifted a state of emergency imposed over its war with Iran following Wednesday’s ceasefire announcem
BOARD COMMERCIAL FISHERIES COUNCIL AMENDMENT TO GN0268/2026
Boards and Committees 2026 Board: COMMERCIAL FISHERIES COUNCIL – AMENDMENT TO GN0268/2026Regulation Act: Fisheries Act 1972 The Minister of Public Works and Environment is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2026, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. Members being appointed
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City’s paperless parking scheme in fourth location
A “smart” parking programme in the City of Hamilton will be extended to the City Hall car park from Monday, it was announced this morning.
The licence plate recognition system is already in use at Num…
The licence plate recognition system is already in use at Num…
Athene CEO backs ‘line-by-line asset disclosure’
Full disclosure – beyond regulators’ requirements – is the best way for life reinsurers to address concerns over their investment portfolios, an industry leader said.
Grant Kvalheim, chief executive o…
Grant Kvalheim, chief executive o…
Clarien donates $160,000 to charities
Clarien Bank announced 2026 corporate donations of more than $160,000 to a diverse group of 17 charitable organisations.
In a statement, Clarien said it was committed to supporting community services…
In a statement, Clarien said it was committed to supporting community services…
Bermuda can help narrow Asian protection gap, says Hong Kong regulator
Hong Kong’s leading insurance regulator believes Bermuda can be a partner in building an insurance-linked securities market to address the huge natural catastrophe protection gap in Asia.
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Traffic controls on South Road for Sunday races
Motorists in Paget and Smith’s are advised to plan ahead as the RenaissanceRe MAAC 5 Mile and 10 Mile Races take place this Sunday morning
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City Hall Car Park switches to licence plate recognition
The City of Hamilton expands its smart parking initiative to City Hall Car Park from Monday, 13 April 2026, replacing physical tickets with automated licence pl
Texas man admits conspiracy to import drugs, possession
A US national has admitted trafficking drugs to the island.
Ricardo Barnett, 31, pleaded guilty in the Supreme Court yesterday to conspiring with others to import cannabis to Bermuda between an unknow…
Ricardo Barnett, 31, pleaded guilty in the Supreme Court yesterday to conspiring with others to import cannabis to Bermuda between an unknow…
Blake Montgomery to play in Frozen Four final
Bermudian Blake Montgomery will compete in one of the biggest ice hockey finals in North America on Saturday.
Montgomery plays for the University of Wisconsin, who beat second seeds North Dakota 2-1 o…
Montgomery plays for the University of Wisconsin, who beat second seeds North Dakota 2-1 o…
Maycock secures Elite PBA World Series spot
Bermuda’s David Maycock has achieved a career milestone after being hand-selected by the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) to compete in the main field o
Carrick Tested by Top Seed in St. Louis World Qualifier
Bermuda’s Taylor Carrick faced a brutal litmus test in his final warm-up for the Starr Bermuda Open, falling to world number one seed Shahjahan Khan in the op
South Shore Road prep for RenaissanceRe Road Race return
Bermuda’s running community is set to descend on the Botanical Gardens this Sunday as the annual RenaissanceRe 5-Mile and 10-Mile Challenge returns to the Sou
Burrows clinical as Trojans overpower Randolph-Macon
Bermuda’s Alexcie Burrows continued her dominant run of form as Virginia State University (VSU) claimed a comprehensive 5-2 victory over Randolph-Macon Colleg
Under the Night Bermuda sky
Under the Night Bermuda sky at the L.F. Wade International Airport, there was a feeling in the air that couldn’t be ignored—pride, pure and undeniable.
Man denies possession of gun and ammunition
A 24-year old man appeared in Magistrates’ Court yesterday to deny charges of possessing a gun as well as ammunition.
Syhon Akinstall pleaded not guilty before magistrate Craig Attridge to possessing …
Syhon Akinstall pleaded not guilty before magistrate Craig Attridge to possessing …
European Banking Authority opens consultation on simpler data reporting measures
The envisaged revisions would reduce the number of data points across the EU’s harmonised reporting system by about 50% and strengthen proportionality
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Canada’s Cohere, Germany’s Aleph Alpha in merger talks, Handelsblatt reports
Citing government and industry sources, the paper said the German government would be willing to become a key customer of a combined company, part of a push to
Polls in Hungary and Peru next in key election year for world markets
Voters in Hungary could deliver a boon to bond investors, while Peru’s weekend polls will help determine the next step for its economy, the latest in a string o
Parliamentary election to be held in Kazakhstan in August, president says
Kazakhs in March voted overwhelmingly in favour of adopting a new constitution to streamline the country’s parliament and recreate the office of vice president
As students begin to enter
As students begin to enter the workforce for the vacation period, the Ministry of Economy and Labour reminds employers of their statutory obligation to remunerate students in accordance with established minimum wage provisions.
Podcast Highlights Annapolis To Bermuda Race
A new bonus podcast from Eye On Annapolis features a discussion on the 2026 Annapolis to Bermuda Ocean Race, highlighting preparations and insights from race organizers. The Eye On Annapolis website said, “Today, we head to the Eastport Yacht Club, where I sit down with Bert Bossar to talk about the 2026 Mustang Survival Annapolis …
Nathan Trott confident of promotion despite team’s poor form
Cardiff City goalkeeper Nathan Trott remains confident the Bluebirds can secure promotion to the Sky Bet Championship despite team’s poor run of form.
Brian Barry-Murphy’s team have won just two of th…
Brian Barry-Murphy’s team have won just two of th…
I am currently off island
I am currently off island and will be returning on Sunday. I will make a personal comment then. In the meantime, I acknowledge and confirm that there was a short period of time where our own standards were not being met.
In October I raised the
In October I raised the need for an updated Road Safety Plan and other solutions to be implemented.
Sancho Smith Competes At Dooley Elite Meet
Bermudian athlete Sancho Smith delivered a strong performance for Clayton State University at the Emory University Dooley Elite Meet, as the Lakers continued preparations for the postseason. With the Georgia Tech Invitational scheduled in two weeks, the meet served as a key opportunity for Smith to compete across multiple events. Smith recorded a time of …
Artemis II astronauts hurtle home from moon toward splashdown
If all goes well, U.S. astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, along with Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, will end up bobbing safely in the
EU and US near critical minerals deal to combat Chinese control, Bloomberg News reports
The potential deal would include incentives such as minimum price guarantees that could favour non‑Chinese suppliers, the report said, citing an “action plan”
World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war
Lebanon faces a two-layered crisis, in which some markets have fully collapsed – especially in the south, where more than 80% of markets are no longer functioni