German president calls Iran war a disastrous mistake, in rare rebuke of Trump
Frank-Walter Steinmeier, whose largely ceremonial role allows him to speak more freely than politicians, took a far more critical line than Chancellor Friedrich
UK watchdog fines Bank of London and parent $2.7 million
The Prudential Regulation Authority fined the bank for “misleading the PRA over their capital positions, failing to act with integrity, failing to be open and c
Donna Raynor Presents Medals In Poland
Donna Raynor presented medals as a World Athletics Council member at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Torun, Poland, at the weekend. Raynor, who became the first Bermudian elected to the governing body in 2023, awarded medals to the podium finishers in the women’s 60 metres. The event was won by Italy’s Zaynab Dosso in …
Bermuda Juniors Begin El Salvador Campaign
Bermuda’s team has arrived in El Salvador for the World Junior Tennis pre-qualifying competition. Two three-member squads selected by the Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association are competing in the Under-14 regional event in San Salvador, which runs until March 30, with a place in the final qualifying tournament in Canada next month at stake. The girls’ …
FTSE 100 declines as Iran war confusion dents risk appetite
The blue‑chip FTSE 100, which had traded higher earlier in the session, was down 0.1% at a three‑month low, as of 1039 GMT
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Trump wants a deal with Iran but success of talks unlikely, Israeli officials say
The officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that they viewed it is unlikely that Iran would agree to U.S. demands in any new round of negotiations
Euro zone economy close to stalling as war takes its toll
With oil prices up by two-thirds since the start of the year and shipping held up in a key transport corridor, euro zone inflation is already rising and economi
UK retail sales tumble in March by most since 2020, CBI says
The Confederation of British Industry’s said its monthly gauge of retailers’ annual change in sales volumes sank to -52 in March from an already weak -43 in Feb
Goalkeeper Jahquil Hill keen to capitalise on national recall
Jahquil Hill is excited to be recalled to the senior national team after being included in Bermuda’s team to face World Cup hopefuls Democratic Republic of Congo in an international friendly in Mexico…
Dr Brown’s Group expands to South Africa
Bermudian trichologist and physician Kyjuan Brown has expanded his hair restoration practice, Dr Brown’s Group, to include “the most expensive mile” in Africa.
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He has just kicked off the development o…
Watch: Restaurants gear up for reopening as Brookfield completion nears
Yellowfin Group Ltd, the Hamilton restaurant group, expects to soon reopen businesses in Chancery Lane and get restaurant and bar operations back to normal, with the impending completion of Brookfield…
Oil tanker operators see earnings rocket
Bermudian-based oil tanker operators are seeing their profit margins soar as the energy crisis sparked by the war in the Middle East boosts demand for their services.
Share prices of companies includi…
Share prices of companies includi…
RG Top Ten Employers entry deadline extended
Businesses who wish to take part in the RG Top Ten Employers 2026 competition, presented by PwC, now have more time to enter.
The deadline to register has been extended to April 17.
The awards scheme …
The deadline to register has been extended to April 17.
The awards scheme …
OBA: underfunding means ICO is ‘dying by a thousand cuts’
The “vitally important” Information Commissioner’s Office is “dying by a thousand cuts” owing to inadequate funding from the Government, the Opposition has alleged.
Jarion Richardson, the Shadow Minis…
Jarion Richardson, the Shadow Minis…
Police learn to speak up before colleagues hit crisis point
Hundreds of police officers and staff became further equipped and empowered to speak up about poor conduct thanks to training designed to enhance workplace culture.
Ranks from constable to superintend…
Ranks from constable to superintend…
75th anniversary honours school legacy
Events include alumni social, tea, fun day and gala
Francis Patton School is proud to announce its 75th Anniversary Celebration, marking decades
Burt travels to Luxembourg for high-level talks
The trip is aimed at deepening cooperation on financial services and international regulation
The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. David
Compre secures £250m adverse development cover for European reinsurer
Compre Group Holdings, the Bermudian-based international specialty reinsurance group, has entered into an adverse development cover transaction with a European-domiciled reinsurance entity, providing …
Bean-Fox Scores For Future Pro Under-23
Footballers Harlem Bean-Fox and Kennahz Fray impressed for the Future Pro Under-23 Academy in their 3-2 defeat away to Tamworth Academy Under-23 in the National Youth League Under-23 Central Division yesterday [March 23]. Bean-Fox scored in the sixth minute to give the visiting side the lead, rounding the Tamworth goalkeeper and slotting home. He also …
Bermuda Sailors Compete At Virginia Team Race
Bermuda’s collegiate sailors faced mixed results at the Aaron Szambecki Team Race in Virginia. The Cross Regional Regatta, held at the Old Dominion University Sailing Center, featured 420 and FJ class boats and attracted programs including Georgetown, Stanford, and Navy. Christian Ebbin, sailing for Tulane University, helped the Green Wave finish third overall with a …
Daion Swan-DeSilva Commits To Iowa Reivers
Promising footballer Daion Swan-DeSilva has committed play for the Iowa Western Community College Reivers men’s team. The midfielder, who represented the Bermuda senior national team at the inaugural Fifa Series in Saudi Arabia two years ago, attends the Woodstock Academy in Woodstock, Connecticut. He has also played for North Village domestically and the Bermuda Under-20 …
Everest To Sell Canadian Unit To Wawanesa
Everest Group, Ltd. has signed a definitive agreement to sell its Canadian Retail Insurance operations, Everest Insurance Company of Canada, to The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company. “This transaction represents a strong outcome for both organizations, our shareholders and our colleagues,” said Jim Williamson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Everest. “The Canadian Retail team has …
Maycock Competes At Beast’s Bowling Event
David Maycock narrowly missed advancing at the Beast’s Eliminator Bowling Tournament in California after posting a total of 630 across his opening three games. Competing in a high-scoring field, the Bermudian international averaged 210 per game but fell 29 pins short of the cut for the elimination rounds. Maycock’s performance marks another week on the …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 23 2026
March 23 saw 17,001 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $814,041.00 BD. 15,201 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 2.0% at $51.00 per share, while another 1,800 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $21.80 per share. The BSX finished at 3,285.40, up 1.78% on …
Dominant Bermuda crowned Caribbean Pickleball Champion 2026
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Team Bermuda has done it again!
Defending their Caribbean Pickleball Championship title, this
Senate passes payroll tax reductions
Senators yesterday approved amendments to cut payroll tax for all workers and many employers.
Crystal Caesar, the Minister of Education, said the Payroll Tax Amendment and Validation Act 2026 was a te…
Crystal Caesar, the Minister of Education, said the Payroll Tax Amendment and Validation Act 2026 was a te…
BELCO: Energy Index ‘reinforces what we already know’
BELCO declined an interview on the findings of the Caribbean Energy Price Index, and instead sent a video response acknowledging Bermuda’s high electricity cost
Bermuda has ‘most burdensome energy cost in Caribbean’
A first-of-its-kind energy price index shows Bermuda’s electricity costs surging above most of the Caribbean
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Dylan Muso Helps McDaniel College Claim Third
Bermuda’s Dylan Muso fired a two-under-par 70 in the final round to help McDaniel College finish third at the NCAA Premier Collegiate Tournament. Muso recorded six birdies, eight pars, and four bogeys on a challenging course as part of McDaniel’s 13-over-par total. Salisbury finished second at 12-over par, while Drew University won the tournament with …
A 24-year-old man appeared before
A 24-year-old man appeared before the Magistrates’ Court facing two serious sexual assault charges stemming from an incident earlier this month.
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Dollar falls as Trump pauses Iran strikes, cooling supply-shock fears
Trump said he had asked the Department of Defense to postpone “any and all” military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five day
Australia, EU push to seal trade deal as Von der Leyen visits
The push to revive the deal comes amid conflict in the Middle East and heightened global trade tension as the EU looks to strengthen its position vis-a-vis the
AI may boost euro area productivity growth by 4% in 10 years, ECB says
While the ECB’s immediate focus is the conflict in the Middle East and what it may mean for inflation, Lane highlighted AI as a key long-term driver for the blo
Bahrain proposes UN Security Council approve use of force to protect Hormuz shipping
Diplomats said the draft text was backed by other Gulf Arab states and the United States, although they said it was unlikely to succeed
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Gulf conflict grounds returning guest workers
Travel Edge agent Joe Amaral said clients, many of them employed in the hospitality sector, are struggling to secure flights to Bermuda due to ongoing conflict
Island Trading steps in to help Red Cross
Laura Farge-Lowe and mother, Gillian Farge, decided to help the Bermuda Red Cross after navigating life with a family member who has dementia.
Island Trading managing director Ms Farge-Lowe said: “W…
Island Trading managing director Ms Farge-Lowe said: “W…
UNESCO World Poetry Day
UNESCO World Poetry Day (Photographs by Blaire Simmons)
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Butterfield shares rise 2% on BSX
Butterfield Bank shares rose 2 per cent in Bermuda Stock Exchange trading today. The bank closed $1 higher at $51 on the trading of 15,201 shares.
The only other issuer to trade was Allshores. The ins…
The only other issuer to trade was Allshores. The ins…
Burt meets with newly reformed UK parliamentary group
The Premier is meeting with British lawmakers in London tonight for the relaunching of the Bermuda All-Party Parliamentary Group, the Government said this afternoon.
David Burt will, together with Ali…
David Burt will, together with Ali…
Campaign aims to inspire environmental stewardship
An environmental charity is marking the recent spring equinox by launching an eight-day initiative designed to inspire the community to take positive action.
Eugene Dean, the executive director of Gr…
Eugene Dean, the executive director of Gr…
Belco staff perform high-wire acts in Lineman Rodeo
Belco linemen tested their mettle as the energy provider brought back its Lineman Rodeo competition.
Competitors tackled a series of challenges with the aim of sharpening their skills in advance of th…
Competitors tackled a series of challenges with the aim of sharpening their skills in advance of th…
Olde Towne celebrated for World Poetry Day
An entrepreneur and activist paid tribute to one of the oldest towns in the Western Hemisphere today to mark World Poetry Day.
Kristin White, the owner of Long Story Short gift store and tour centre i…
Kristin White, the owner of Long Story Short gift store and tour centre i…
POLICE UPDATE: Hailey Lovell, who
POLICE UPDATE: Hailey Lovell, who was earlier reported missing, has been located safe and well.
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The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old, Bermudian National, Hailey Lovell.
Carnival to offer fur-tastic time
Members of the public can play carnival-themed games and enjoy tasty treats while learning about responsible dog ownership during a fundraiser next month.
A statement said Forget Me Not Canine Centre’…
A statement said Forget Me Not Canine Centre’…
World Behaviour Analysis Day In Bermuda
[Written by Vejay Steede] World Behaviour Analysis Day is set to become an annual celebration of the work that Educational Therapists [ET] and Educational Therapists Assistants [ETA] do in the Bermuda Public School System [BPSS]. This is the newest mandate from the Department of Education, which treated the ETs and ETAs in the system to …
Pi Day Celebrations At CedarBridge Academy
[Written by Anya Thompson] Students and staff at CedarBridge Academy turned March 13th into a celebration of mathematics with their annual Pi Day festivities, an event that is fun and highlights the importance of numbers in everyday life. The day began with an assembly themed “Inspire,” featuring presentations and trivia questions. The S4 Calculus students …
List of planning Applications Advertised on March 23, 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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Appeal: Help Locate 14-Year-Old Hailey Lovell
The police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Hailey Lovell. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old, Bermudian National, Hailey Lovell. “Ms. Lovell, is described as being 5’ in height, solid build, brown complexioned and has brown hair with goldish highlights. “She was last …