Deep fakes of government MPs used to mislead on the rise
A Cabinet Office spokesperson said, “We are seeing an increase of videos using the likeness of Premier David Burt and other Government officials.”
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List of planning Applications Advertised on April 8, 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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Boards and Committees 2026 Board: STAMP DESIGN ADVISORY COMMITTEERegulation Act: Bermuda Constitution Order 1968, Section 61 The Minister of Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation 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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The Minister of Home Affairs,
The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, hosted a public town hall last evening as part of the Government of Bermuda’s ongoing consultation on the Green Paper proposing Bermuda’s full membership in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
Capsule homes plan draws protest
Residents push back on proposed emergency housing site
Left: Image of reported site-clearing activity supplied. Right: Government’s vision for th
Trump says US will work closely with Iran, discuss sanctions
Trump’s upbeat talk towards Iran in three Wednesday social media posts marks a dramatic, 24-hour turn in tone
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The Un
Traders place large $950 million bet on oil price falling hours ahead of ceasefire
On Tuesday, investors sold a combined 8,600 lots of Brent and U.S. crude futures at 1945 GMT, according to LSEG data
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Airline and travel industries see no immediate relief from Iran ceasefire
Willie Walsh, director general of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), warned it would take months for jet fuel supply to recover even if Iran re
Bardgett and Bees crowned national champions
Bermuda’s Kayla Bardgett and her Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) teammates have reached the pinnacle of collegiate equestrianism, officially being n
Global energy stocks plunge as US-Iran ceasefire hits oil
Oil fell below $100 per barrel after U.S. President Donald Trump late on Tuesday agreed to a two-week suspension of strikes on Iran, subject to the immediate an
Mewett completes medal hat-trick in the pool
Bermuda’s Teagan Mewett has secured a remarkable individual milestone at the XXXIX Carifta Aquatics Championships, claiming her third medal of the meet as the
Basden earns Sunshine State Conference honours
Barry University’s Cameron Basden has been named the Sunshine State Conference track athlete of the week following a record-breaking performance at the 2026 E
Outerbridge climbs regional standings after Carifta heroics
Following a landmark week at the 53rd Carifta Games, the latest NACAC outdoor rankings confirm Bermuda’s Miles Outerbridge has officially broken into the regi
Olympian Geri Mewett proud to see daughter win Carifta medal
Olympian Geri Mewett has expressed his pride at being on hand to watch his daughters compete for Bermuda at the Carifta Aquatics Championship in Martinique.
Mewett was cheering on from the stands wit…
Mewett was cheering on from the stands wit…
A 30-year-old visitor to Bermuda
A 30-year-old visitor to Bermuda has been formally charged with two counts of passing counterfeit currency, according to proceedings in Magistrates’ Court today.
A 20-year-old man appeared in
A 20-year-old man appeared in Magistrate’s Court facing multiple serious charges in connection with a fatal shooting incident that occurred earlier this year in Southampton.
Auto Solutions Recognized For Growth Success
Auto Solutions, Hyundai’s distributor in Bermuda, has been awarded for the highest sales growth in its category at the brand’s annual convention. A spokesperson said, “Hyundai Motor Central & South America celebrated in March in Panama its “Annual Convention”, gathering the distributors of the region to present updated information on the brand’s operation and to …
Second defendant charged with murder
20-year-old Parris Mitchell Robinson of Pembroke parish was charged with two offenses in connection to the death of Kawaje Raynor
A second man has been
Premier Burt Speaks At Sandys Rotary On Budget
Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt spoke with members of the Sandys Rotary Club on 1 April, where he provided an overview of the 2026/27 Budget and discussed Bermuda’s economic and fiscal direction. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier highlighted that the 1st of April marked the beginning of the new financial year and …
Second man charged over Southampton death
A second man has been accused of killing a father of two and a pet last month.
Parris-Mitchell Robinson, 20, appeared in Magistrates’ Court today, when he was charged with unlawfully killing 26-year-o…
Parris-Mitchell Robinson, 20, appeared in Magistrates’ Court today, when he was charged with unlawfully killing 26-year-o…
Pin Heads, Sweet Life, Weapons & Vallis Win
The 2025/26 Commercial Bowling League season concluded at Warwick Lanes, with Strike Force confirmed as champions despite a final-round loss to mid-table Pin Heads. Strike Force entered the final fixtures with the title already secured but fell 3-1 to sixth-place Pin Heads, who finished the season with an upset win over the leaders. Second-place Too …
Town Hall Held On Potential CARICOM Membership
Minister Alexa Lightbourne led a public town hall at St. Paul’s Centennial Church Hall as part of Bermuda’s ongoing consultation on a Green Paper exploring the island’s potential full membership in CARICOM. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, hosted a public town hall last …
Montgomery Helps Badgers Reach Frozen Four
Blake Montgomery and his University of Wisconsin Badgers team have reached their first Frozen Four since 2010 after captain Ben Dexheimer scored 24 seconds into overtime to claim a 4-3 win over top-seeded Michigan State. Wisconsin trailed late in the NCAA Regional Final at the DCU Centre but forced overtime with a late surge. Dexheimer’s …
Photos: Somersfield Host Visual Arts Exhibition
Somersfield Academy held its DP2 Visual Arts Graduate Exhibition at Rock Island Café, showcasing the final works of Nico Bean, Hayden Smith, and Excell Jordan. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy recently hosted its DP2 Visual Arts Graduate Exhibition at Rock Island Café on Thursday, March 12, marking the culmination of two years of creative exploration, experimentation, …
Health Department On Kitchen Video/Conditions
The Department of Health has responded to videos circulating on social media showing conditions inside a kitchen and said “environmental Health Officers immediately investigated, conducted a full inspection last night, and found no evidence of current rodent or cockroach activity.” A Government spokesperson said, “Yesterday evening, the Department of Health became aware of videos circulating …
Kayla Bardgett & SCAD Claim Series Title
Kayla Bardgett and her Savannah College of Art and Design [SCAD] teammates have been named the 2025–26 Tournament of Champions Series winners, marking the program’s first national title of the season in collegiate equestrian competition. The SCAD Bees produced a dominant campaign during the series’ 35th anniversary season, winning three of the four major shows …
Somersfield Academy Fundraiser On April 24
Somersfield Academy will hold its annual golf fundraiser on April 24 at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “Somersfield Academy is pleased to announce its annual golf fundraiser, taking place on April 24 at Port Royal Golf Course. This year’s event will bring together a strong group of community partners in support of one …
Volunteers Needed For Convex End-to-End
Organisers of the Convex End-to-End are calling for volunteers and road marshals to support this year’s event. The annual charity, now in its 39th year, will be held on May 2. Road marshals play a key role in guiding participants safely along the course and ensuring everyone reaches the finish line smoothly,” read a social …
Stocks surge, oil dives below $100 as Iran ceasefire sparks relief rally
Trump announced the ceasefire less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to reopen the strait or face devastating attacks on its civilian infrastructure
Coach Rick Bevis Joins Bermuda Volleyball
The Bermuda Volleyball Association has announced that FIVB instructor Rick Bevis will join the organisation for the next six months through the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment Programme. Bevis, an FIVB instructor and Canadian national coach evaluator, will work with BVA coaches and assist with the development of athletes. He will also help lead the Central American …
Junior Sailors Conclude Slovenia Regatta
A team of young Optimist sailors have concluded their competitions at the Sailing Point Easter Regatta in Slovenia. The island’s team included Jesse Savage, Thomas McBain, Heath Meyers, Elaine Jones, Rex Henagulph, Miguel Leite, Walker Smith and Alfie Jansma. McBain finished nineteenth, Meyers 50th and Savage 64th in the Gold fleet. In the Silver fleet, …
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Opinion: The Friends of St Peter’s Church – Conserving a Cultural Icon
Nonprofit Alliance of Bermuda Third Sector Spotlight: The Friends of St Peter’s Church By Alison Outerbridge, Manager, The Friends of St Peter’s Church At the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Town of St George stands a building that quietly tells the story of Bermuda itself. St Peter’s Church, Their Majesties Chappell, […]
Turkey’s Erdogan welcomes Iran ceasefire, urges full implementation
He said he hoped the ceasefire would hold and that the region could return to peace after suffering from conflict and instability since late February
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Greece to ban social media for under-15s from 2027, PM says
In a video message addressed to young people, Mitsotakis said children spending long hours in front of screens do not allow their minds to rest
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France plans 36 billion euro boost to rearmament, nuclear deterrent expansion
The increase reflects mounting security pressures from wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and growing uncertainty over U.S. commitments to NATO under President
Trump meets NATO chief as Iran war strains alliance
The Republican president has threatened to withdraw from the 32-member transatlantic alliance and denounced Washington’s European allies in recent weeks
Turkey detains 10 suspects over Istanbul gun attack outside Israeli consulate, media reports
One attacker was killed and two others were wounded in the extended gun battle with police outside the tower building in Istanbul’s main financial district that
US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan
Trump announced the agreement late on Tuesday, just two hours before a deadline he had set for Iran to open the blockaded Strait of Hormuz or face the destructi
Pound heads for biggest gain in three weeks after US/Iran ceasefire
Sterling is just 0.4% below where it was prior to the start of the conflict in late February and was last up 1% on the day at $1.342, the highest since March 23
Caricom membership ‘would deepen cultural ties’
Bermuda can grow with other Caribbean countries if it becomes a full member of the Caribbean Community, a town hall was told last night.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Home Affairs Minister, told the public …
Alexa Lightbourne, the Home Affairs Minister, told the public …
Lawyer proposes pioneering AI agent standards
A local lawyer has released a white paper proposing what could be the world’s first identity standard covering artificial intelligence agents and their associated legal entities.
Bourn Collier, senior…
Bourn Collier, senior…
Airlines grappling with rising oil prices
On the eve of the tourism high season, airlines worldwide are raising prices and have begun cancelling flights because the oil crisis linked to the Iran War is driving up fuel costs and disrupting sup…
Health officials find no rats or roaches after food outlet videos
Environmental health officials swiftly investigated a food outlet after videos circulated on social media that raised concerns about hygiene, the Government confirmed this afternoon.
Their inquiries c…
Their inquiries c…
Teacher launches life coaching business
A former social studies teacher has started a life coaching business to help people pause, reflect and break out of unhelpful patterns in their lives.
Shannon Davis launched The Growth Mirror in Decem…
Shannon Davis launched The Growth Mirror in Decem…
Broker report shows fall in reinsurance rates
Gallagher Re’s April 1 renewals report found softening rates across property and specialty reinsurance lines — especially US cyber reinsurance rates, which dropped by nearly one third.
The report, ent…
The report, ent…
The Department of Workforce Development
The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today launched Bermuda Job Connect, the Government of Bermuda’s new online platform designed to better connect job seekers and employers.
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 7 2026
April 7 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,422.09, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 6 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: April 2 …
Jamin Hodgkins Set For Manly Marlins Debut
Bermudian rugby union player Jamin Hodgkins is in line to make his debut for Manly Marlins in their Shute Shield season opener on Saturday [April 11]. The fly-half is expected to feature in his side’s away fixture against the Hunter Wildfires at the Newcastle No 2 Sports Ground in Newcastle West. The 23-year-old most recently …
Nahki Wells A Doubt For Wembley Cup Final
Luton Town striker Nahki Wells is a doubt for the EFL Vertu Trophy final at Wembley Stadium on Sunday [April 12] after being forced off injured in their 3-0 win away to AFC Wimbledon on Monday. The 35-year-old started the match but lasted only 16 minutes before going down and signalling he could not continue. …