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BSX drops 5% as bank stock falls

March 9, 2026

The RG/BSX Index sank 168.83 points (5.08 per cent) to end the day at 3,172.65, with a turnover of $726,424.45.
Butterfield Bank traded 334 shares on the Bermuda Stock Exchange with the price dipping …

News / Royal Gazette

Minister highlights progress on building Bermuda’s economy

March 9, 2026

Headway has been made cutting red tape and encouraging investment in the island under the Bermuda Economic Development Strategy, MPs heard.
Jason Hayward, the Minister of Economy and Labour, said that…

Bernews / Sport

Keziah Martin Signs Hereford Contract

March 9, 2026

Bermuda national team footballer Keziah Martin has signed a permanent deal with Enterprise National League North side Hereford. The midfielder, who scored in a 3-2 win away to Worksop Town at the weekend, joined Hereford on loan from rivals Buxton in January. Aaron Downes, the Hereford manager, said he has been impressed with the 25-year-old’s …

Bernews / Sport

BNAA Carifta Games Qualifying Series Continues

March 9, 2026

The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] Carifta Games qualifying series continued this weekend at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium, where three Bermudian middle-distance runners confirmed or reaffirmed their standards for the upcoming regional championships. Gianluca Bortoli, who had already achieved the qualifying standard for the Under 20 division, finished the 1500-meter run in 4:17.39. …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Turkey says NATO defences shot down second incoming Iranian missile

March 9, 2026

The incident in southern Turkey marks the second intercepted missile from Iran in the last week

International News via Reuters:

Turkey said on Monda

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Novo Nordisk strikes deal for Hims to sell Wegovy and Ozempic, drops lawsuit

March 9, 2026

The deal marks a turnaround from February, when Novo sued Hims over a $49 compounded alternative to its Wegovy weight-loss pill

International News via R

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

London’s FTSE indexes fall as oil prices soar, inflation concerns mount

March 9, 2026

The blue-chip FTSE 100 slipped 0.3%, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 lost 1.8%. Both indexes dropped for the third straight day

International News via Reuter

News / Royal Gazette

Green family’s $500,000 commitment to hospital

March 9, 2026

Frequent benefactors the Green family have agreed to donate $500,000 over five years to the Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation towards the maternity unit and special care baby unit at King Edward…

News / Royal Gazette

Pigs return: 2026 Exhibition brings back the bacon

March 9, 2026

Visitors of all ages will squeal with delight next month as pigs make a hotly anticipated return to the Agricultural Exhibition.
Jaché Adams, the Minister of Public Works and Environment, credited Dan…

Bernews / Business

Green Family Pledge $500K For BHB Maternity Unit

March 9, 2026

The Green Family has pledged a total of $500,000 over the next five years to Bermuda Hospitals Charitable Foundation [BHCF] in support of Bermuda Hospitals Board [BHB] and the hospital’s Maternity Unit and Special Care Baby Unit [SCBU]. A spokesperson said, “This multi-year commitment will directly enhance BHB’s Maternity Unit and Special Care Baby Unit …

Bernews / Sport

David Bascome’s Blast Defeat Sockers

March 9, 2026

David Bascome’s Baltimore Blast won 5-4 away to the San Diego Sockers in the Major Arena Soccer League yesterday [March 8]. Baltimore are second in the standings after 18 games this season. Bascome, a former North Village and Bermuda winger, was appointed as the Blast head coach in 2020, having previously served as the team’s …

Bernews / Sport

Wins For Onions, YGS And Tuff Dogs

March 9, 2026

There were wins for Terrace Onions, YGS and Tuff Dogs in the Corona League at BAA Field. Onions defeated Robin Hood 5-1 thanks to goals from Jack Higson [2], Aiden Shepherd, Alex Brown and Oisin Murphy. Paul Egan scored for Hood. YGS beat Inter BDA 6-1 courtesy of a hat-trick from Domah Williams, a Jerome …

Bernews / Sport

Bermuda Teams Compete In Boston Qualifier

March 9, 2026

The Nike Boston National Qualifier concluded at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, with Bermuda teams the Big Wave Riders 18 and Paradise Hitters 17 completing three days of competition against North American opposition. Big Wave Riders 18 finished 23rd overall after losing 2–1 to NE Storm 18 Squall in a Round 3 Flight 2 …

Bernews / News

Government Leases Farmland To 10 Farmers

March 9, 2026

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment has “awarded agricultural land leases to ten Bermudian farmers, placing more than seven acres of previously underutilised Government-owned arable land into active food production.” Brian Robinson, Kenneth ‘Neil’ Paynter Jr, Minister Jaché Adams and John D. Gibbons “The leases represent a meaningful expansion of local farming activity and …

Bernews / Sport

Trott, Sprincova Win 2026 Lindo’s To Lindo’s 10K

March 9, 2026

Sean Trott and Stepanka Sprincova won the male and female titles at the 2026 Lindo’s to Lindo’s 10K Run. The point-to-point course started in Warwick and finished at the Lindo’s storefront in Devonshire. Trott finished the men’s elite race in 33:46, leading from the start. Dennis Mbelenzi placed second in 36:04, and Adam Prunty was …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Police seek help to find 98-year-old missing man

March 9, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is appealing for the public’s urgent assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman.

Mr. Brangman is described as bro

Bernews / Sport

BCB Announces Early Youth Cricket Sessions

March 9, 2026

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] has announced free early training sessions for youth cricketers aged 11 to 18 to prepare for the upcoming season. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Cricket Board Youth Development Committee has announced early preparation training sessions intended to help young hard ball cricketers be prepared to start the cricket season. The …

Government / Official Gazette

BOARD PHARMACY PROFESSION COMPLAINTS COMMITTEE

March 9, 2026

Boards and Committees 2026 Board: PHARMACY PROFESSION COMPLAINTS COMMITTEERegulation Act: Pharmacy and Poisons Act 1979 The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2026, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. Members being appointed

Bernews / News

Police: Help Locate 98-Yr-Old Kenneth Brangman

March 9, 2026

The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is appealing for the public’s urgent assistance in locating 98-year-old Kenneth Brangman. “Mr. Brangman is described as brown complexioned, approximately 6 feet tall, of slim build, with close cut grey and black hair. …

News / Royal Gazette

Researchers: CahowCam hatching imminent

March 9, 2026

Cahow researchers are glued to their screens this week as they await the hatching of the latest chick on Nonsuch Island.
JP Rouja, founder of Nonsuch Expeditions, said the egg featured on the CahowCam…

News / Royal Gazette

Tobacco Bay named among the world’s best beaches by Tripadvisor

March 9, 2026

An international travel website has named Tobacco Bay the second best beach in the Caribbean, according to visitor reviews.
The St George’s beach came second in TripAdvisor.com’s Travellers’ Choice Aw…

News / Royal Gazette

House: uniformed services recruiting to fill vacancies

March 9, 2026

All of Bermuda’s uniformed services are currently understaffed, MPs were told today.
And current recruitment and training initiatives do not appear likely to completely fill the gaps, according to a…

Bernews / Sport

Munya And Turner Help Montverde Win Meet

March 9, 2026

Bermudians Amaris Munya and Arima Turner competed for Montverde Academy as the team won the title at the Dr. Phillips Invitational at West Orange High School. Competing against 28 schools, Montverde Academy won the meet after strong performances across several events. Munya teamed with Lyla McMillen, Alafair Scelfo and Angelica Wolfe to win the girls’ …

Bernews / Sport

Lau And Eiselt Compete In Salinas Triathlon

March 9, 2026

Bermuda’s Jasper Lau and Dylan Eiselt competed in the 2026 World Triathlon Development Regional Cup in Playa Punta Salinas, Salinas, Puerto Rico, racing in the Elite Men’s division against an international field. Eiselt finished 13th in 1:01:36. He recorded a swim time of 10:28, followed by a 32:03 bike leg and an 18:11 run, finishing …

Bernews / News

Public Consultation On CARICOM Membership

March 9, 2026

“The Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of Home Affairs, has launched a national public consultation on Bermuda’s potential advancement to Full Membership in the Caribbean Community [CARICOM]. A Government spokesperson said, “The consultation begins with the publication of the Green Paper titled ‘The Story of Us; Green Paper on Bermuda’s Application for Full Membership …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Gov’t works to fill uniformed service vacancies

March 9, 2026

Michael Weeks says more than 160 posts are open, with about 100 people currently in the recruitment process

There are more than 160 vacancies across the

Royal Gazette / Sport

Biography of Clarence Hill now available for purchase

March 9, 2026

A new biography celebrating Bermuda’s first Olympic medal winner has been released by author Jamaka Kamal, the son of legendary Bermudian boxer Clarence Hill.
The book, titled My Father: Bermuda’s Fir…

News / Royal Gazette

Police warn residents about ‘prop’ bills in circulation

March 9, 2026

Police have urged the public to be wary about fake $100 bills in circulation that are labelled as being for use in film.
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said that since the end of February, the BPS…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Have your say on CARICOM

March 9, 2026

Public feedback is encouraged on whether Bermuda should strengthen its formal ties with the Caribbean

The Government of Bermuda, through the Ministry of

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK to review Axel Springer’S $767 million deal for Telegraph under media rules

March 9, 2026

The deal gatecrashed a competing offer from Daily Mail owner DMGT on Friday last week, which had already been sent for regulatory scrutiny by Nandy

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Madagascar’s President Randrianirina dismisses prime minister and cabinet

March 9, 2026

Randrianirina seized control of the Indian Ocean island nation in the wake of youth-led protests that forced out his predecessor, Andry Rajoelina

Intern

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Belgian synagogue damaged in blast considered antisemitic act

March 9, 2026

The explosion, which happened around 4 a.m. (0300 GMT), blew out the windows of the synagogue, as well as those of a building on the opposite side of the road,

News / TNN

Since the end of February

March 9, 2026

Since the end of February 2026, the Bermuda Police Service (BPS) has received multiple reports regarding the use of counterfeit U.S. $100 bills at local businesses. One suspect has been identified and arrested, thus far.

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Pigs will return to the Ag Show

March 9, 2026

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The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is pleased to announce the 85th Bermuda Annual Agricultural Exhibition.

The annual three-

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

West stage late comeback as youth shine at North Field

March 9, 2026

The National Sports Center North Field was a hive of activity as the island’s premier showcase of youth football talent took center stage. In a joint initiative

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermudian duo face elite test at Puerto Rico Regional Cup

March 9, 2026

Jasper Lau and Dylan Eiselt tested their mettle against a formidable international field as they represented the island at the 2026 World Triathlon Development

Government / Official Gazette

ACTING DIRECTOR DEPARTMENT OF SPORT AND RECREATION

March 9, 2026

OFFICIAL GAZETTE ACTING APPOINTMENT

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: EVAN HIGGINS & SOPHIE BOOTH

March 9, 2026

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-EVAN MILES JOLLIFFE HIGGINS ofPEMBROKE Parish (Single) andSOPHIE ILONA BOOTH ofPAGET Parish (Single)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: DAMINA CAISEY & SHEM CHARLES

March 9, 2026

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-DAMINA HOWARDE CAISEY ofSOUTHAMPTON Parish (Single) andSHEM PAUL CHARLES ofSOUTHAMPTON Parish (Divorced)

Government / Legal Notices

Marriage Notice: EMILY CHADDERTON & COOPER SIMPSON

March 9, 2026

THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-EMILY MARY CHADDERTON ofSANDYS Parish (Single) andCOOPER MAGNUS SAMUEL ROBERT SIMPSON ofSANDYS Parish (Single)

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Use of fake $100 bills leads to arrest

March 9, 2026

A closeup of the new 100 dollar bill picturing Benjamin Franklin. It’s all about the Benjamins.

Since the end of February 2026, the Bermuda Police Service (

News / Royal Gazette

Michael Frith honoured at children’s Emmy awards

March 9, 2026

Michael Frith has been inducted into the Golden Circle Honour Society at the Children and Family Emmy Awards for his 50 years of “outstanding contribution” to the television industry.
Mr Frith, who w…

News / Royal Gazette

Consultation on Caricom Green Paper launches today

March 9, 2026

A Green Paper on Bermuda’s application for full membership of Caricom will be released today with an invitation for residents to provide feedback on its proposals.
Alexa Lightbourne, the Minister of H…

Bermuda Broadcasting / Sport

Tigers roar to netball championship glory at Bernard Park

March 9, 2026

The Tigers have been crowned the Netball Bermuda Association’s Senior Premier Division Champions after delivering a clinical performance to dismantle the Stor

Bermuda Broadcasting / Sport

Franklin and Turk reign supreme at Bermuda National Squash Championships

March 9, 2026

Micah Franklin and Melina Turk have solidified their status as the island’s premier squash talents, securing the 2026 GNOSIS Bermuda National Squash Championshi

Bernews / Sport

Field Hockey: Pink Robins & Swizzles Win

March 9, 2026

A triple-header of Bermuda Field Hockey League matches was played at the National Sports Center, with the Pink Robins defeating the Griffins, the Ravens and Budgies playing to a draw, and the Swizzles recording a narrow win over the Dark & Stormies. Pink Robins 3 Griffins 1 The Griffins took the lead in the first …

Bernews / Sport

Photos & Video: Lindo’s To Lindo’s Road Race

March 9, 2026

The annual Lindo’s to Lindo’s Road Race was held on Sunday [March 8] under the theme “Every Step Counts: Small Steps, Big Impact.” Lori Rockhead, Executive Director of the Bermuda Diabetes Association, previously said, “Lindo’s to Lindo’s is more than a road race; it’s an opportunity for our community to take action for their health …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Inside Sports Lindos to Lindos 10K

March 9, 2026

This week on Inside Sports, Nick & Butch covers various sports events and initiatives in Bermuda. Starting with the Lindos to Lindos event supporting diabet

Bernews / News

Premier Burt Attends NearCon Tech Conference

March 9, 2026

Premier David Burt attended the NearCon in San Francisco, where he discussed Bermuda’s approach to digital finance, artificial intelligence regulation, and new technology partnerships aimed at improving government services. A Government spokesperson said, “During a recent visit to San Francisco, the Premier, the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, attended NearCon, a global technology conference hosted …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Parents back ‘smartphone free childhood’ pledge

March 9, 2026

More than 200 families commit to delaying smartphones until age 14 and social media until 16

Smartphone Free Childhood Bermuda issued the following media