Opinion: Hike in golf fees puts public in the rough
Statement by Ben Smith, Shadow Sports Minister
The Port Royal situation exposes a deeper problem with the PLP Government’s priorities.
At a time when th
Minister takes aim at Caricom claims from Richards
Evidence and analysis are publicly available to address concerns about full Caricom membership, the home affairs minister said after a former deputy premier aired doubts about the benefits of deeper i…
Freisenbruch Launches Benefits Advisory
Freisenbruch Insurance Services Ltd. has launched Benefits Advisory, a new practice offering independent advisory and broking services across group health, life, disability, and pension programs for Bermuda employers. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda employers face rising costs and increasing complexity in managing employee benefit programs in a limited market. Freisenbruch established a Benefits Advisory service to …
Arch Reinsurance Sponsors Luminaria Ceremony
Relay For Life of Bermuda has announced Arch Reinsurance Ltd as the Luminaria Ceremony sponsor for the 2026 event on May 8 at the National Sports Centre. A spokesperson said, “Relay For Life of Bermuda is pleased to welcome Arch Reinsurance Ltd as the Luminaria Ceremony Sponsor for the 2026 event. Held annually during Relay, …
Cycling: Narraway & Hopkins Claim ITT Top 10
Bermuda’s elite men delivered strong performances in the Individual Time Trial at the 2026 Pan American Road Cycling Championships in Montería, with both riders finishing in the top 10 against a highly competitive continental field. A spokesperson said, “Nicholas Narraway placed 7th, recording a time of 51:23, in a ride that demonstrated both pace and …
Football: BFA Names Squad For Match vs Congo
The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] has announced its squad for the March 25 international friendly against the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Guadalajara. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is delighted to announce the team that will play the Democratic Republic of the Congo in an international friendly: “Goalkeepers: Nathaniel Swan, Jaquil …
Rodrigues & Vieira Help Eckerd Finish 4th
Bermuda sailors Paul Rodrigues Jr. and Jordan Vieira helped Eckerd College secure a fourth-place finish at the SAISA Top Six Fleet Race in Charleston. Competing among 18 boats across three divisions, Eckerd faced challenging conditions, including outgoing tides and winds of 6 to 8 knots. Rodrigues Jr., sailing with Avery Guck in the A Division, …
Rodrigues Jr. and Vieira Lead Eckerd to Second in Charleston
Bermudian sailors Paul Rodrigues Jr. and Jordan Vieira were instrumental this weekend as Eckerd College secured a superb second-place finish at the SAISA Top Si
Mixed Fortunes for Brunson and Development Squad
Bermudian prospect Kalen Brunson and his Queens Park Rangers Development Squad teammates endured a unique and demanding schedule this week as the club fulfilled
Daniel Phillips Helps Tulane Edge New Mexico
Bermuda’s Daniel Phillips played a key role as Tulane University edged the University of New Mexico 4–3 in a tightly contested tennis match. Phillips, competing at the top of the doubles lineup with partner Lance Nisbet, helped set the tone early. The pair faced New Mexico’s Jakub Prachar and Alberto Perez in a closely fought …
Minister of Tourism & Transport,
Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, the Hon. Owen Darrell, JP, MP, attended the recent Hospitality Industry Careers Fair held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, where he engaged with employers and Bermudians exploring opportunities in the tourism sector.
Bermuda International 7s Rugby This Weekend
The Bermuda Rugby Football Union is set to welcome teams from across the USA and Canada this month as the Bermuda International 7s returns to the National Sports Centre for its milestone 10th anniversary edition, taking place March 20–21, 2026. A spokesperson said, “Now firmly established as a standout fixture on the spring rugby calendar, …
Pinsplitters, New Comers, Star Lites & Extras Win
The standings in the Second Spring Senior Bowling League changed following matches at Warwick Lanes, where the league leaders were overtaken. Pinsplitters defeated Blue Angels 4–0 to move into first place in the standings, overtaking their opponents who had been in second. New Comers recorded a 3–1 win over Islanders to remain in third place …
Belgian bishop challenges Pope Leo to allow married priests by 2028
The Catholic Church has largely maintained a celibate priesthood for centuries
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A Catholic bishop said he would push
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UK factory orders stabilise, cost risks seen from war, CBI say
The CBI’s monthly order book balance stood at -27 in March, little changed from -28 in February
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British factory orde
Europe shares set for third weekly loss as Mideast war grinds on
The pan-European STOXX 600 was flat at 583.70 by 1000 GMT, poised to log a 2% weekly decline and its longest losing streak since April
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Iberian blackout was caused by multiple factors, report says
In the organisation’s final report into the blackout, it looked at its root causes and offered recommendations to reinforce Europe’s power grids and avoid simil
Oil up despite efforts by US, allies to boost supply and open Strait of Hormuz
“The potential for a quick reversal in energy prices is unlikely because damage has been done to production,” said Ole Hansen, the head of commodity strategy at
Norway’s crown princess says she was ‘manipulated and deceived’ by Epstein
The U.S. Justice Department’s release of millions of Epstein documents has sent shockwaves around the world, revealing the disgraced financier’s ties to promine
ECB, BoE could hike as soon as April on inflation pressures, brokerages say
Both central banks kept borrowing costs unchanged on Thursday and signalled they were closely monitoring the impact of surging oil prices on growth and inflatio
Dollar set for weekly fall as central banks turn hawkish
Before the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran began at the end of February, investors expected two Fed cuts this year
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Richards: Bermuda’s economy like ‘chalk and cheese’ with Caricom
Bermuda’s ambitions for full membership in the Caribbean Community may come with an emotional appeal based on shared cultural links — but the gulf between their economies makes a closer alliance akin …
Drowning civil suit against cruise line set for April
A lawsuit brought against a cruise line by the family of a tourist who drowned after saving a child at Horseshoe Bay Beach is due to go to trial in Florida next month.
Hyon Duk Shin, 49, died on March…
Hyon Duk Shin, 49, died on March…
Retirees cite 10 per cent pension uplift as inadequate
A former union executive called a one-time 10 per cent pension increase for retirees announced by the Premier last month insufficient to cover the rising cost of living.
Edward Ball Jr — speaking on b…
Edward Ball Jr — speaking on b…
Madelyn Moore combines life on front line with elite swimming
When Madelyn Moore represents Bermuda at the Central American and Caribbean Games in late July, the island’s emergency response teams will be down one important member.
Since October, Moore has been …
Since October, Moore has been …
King Charles III could tie Bermuda visit to US trip
The King may visit the island next month as part of a trip to the United States, British media have reported.
King Charles III’s trip is expected to include a stop in Washington, where a packed schedu…
King Charles III’s trip is expected to include a stop in Washington, where a packed schedu…
A 19-year-old Southampton teen appeared
A 19-year-old Southampton teen appeared before the Magistrates’ Court yesterday to answer to two separate charges, one involving a bladed article and the other related to the manner in which he was riding.
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 19 2026
March 19 saw 10,256 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $512,800.00 BD. 10,256 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing down 1.0% at $50.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,227.73, down 0.88% on the day. There was 1 advance, 1 decline, and 45 remained unchanged. The full report …
Injury-plagued Bermuda suffer defeat against Puerto Rico
Bermuda showed some improvement in a 9-0 loss to Puerto Rico in their second match at the Concacaf Women’s Under-17 World Cup Qualifiers in Costa Rica on Thursday.
Coming off a heavy loss at the hands…
Coming off a heavy loss at the hands…
Clinical Puerto Rico Too Strong for Young Gombey Warriors
Puerto Rico maintained their historical stranglehold over Bermuda with a clinical 9–0 victory in the final round of the 2026 Concacaf Women’s U-17 Qualifier
Pickleball tournament steps up a few gears
The Rally on the Rock curtain raiser to the Caribbean Pickleball Championships switched up a gear today, while also moving indoors. The championship itself get
Parental leave for non-biological guardians approved
Legislation broadening the scope of parental leave passed the Senate after an in-depth debate around concerns over wording.
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 would offer parental leave for adoptive pa…
The Employment Amendment Act 2026 would offer parental leave for adoptive pa…
Senate approves 10% reduction in car licensing fees
An amendment passed in the Senate will cut vehicle licensing rates by 10 per cent.
The Motor Car (Licence Duties Reduction) Act 2026 lowers annual vehicle licence fees for private cars by a tenth.
Mis…
The Motor Car (Licence Duties Reduction) Act 2026 lowers annual vehicle licence fees for private cars by a tenth.
Mis…
Four new insurer registrations in February
The Bermuda Monetary Authority approved the registration of four new insurers in February.
The BMA’s Insurance Assessment and Licensing Committee reviewed a total of five applications, deferring one. …
The BMA’s Insurance Assessment and Licensing Committee reviewed a total of five applications, deferring one. …
A 50-year-old man of no
A 50-year-old man of no fixed abode appeared in Magistrates’ Court last week, where he was formally charged with four indictable offenses.
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Island eyes significant UK meningitis outbreak
A surge in meningitis cases among students in southeast Britain is being monitored by the Ministry of Health.
The announcement came as the UK Government began offering antibiotics and vaccinations aga…
The announcement came as the UK Government began offering antibiotics and vaccinations aga…
UK’s FTSE 100 closes at 2-month low as investors weigh BoE rate decision and Iran war
The blue-chip FTSE 100 finished at its lowest in about two months, down 2.4%
Signage is seen outside the LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) headquarters in
The Bermuda Police Service would
The Bermuda Police Service would like to thank the community, for assisting with efforts to address the situation involving the minor who was in distress, while traveling on a PTB bus, recently.
IMF says prolonged increase in energy prices could boost inflation, lower growth
The conflict has disrupted seaborne oil and natural gas shipments, sending Brent crude oil prices over $100 a barrel
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Health dept. monitoring UK Meningitis B outbreak
The Ministry of Health said the risk to Bermuda remains low, but recognise that many Bermudians study and reside who may travel over the Easter period
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Sudden shutdown of special needs centre ‘disrespectful’
Government is working to provide a temporary alternate location for K. Margaret Carter Centre’s programmes
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Where does the EU get its gas and how is it impacted by the Iran conflict?
Qatar produces of 20% of the world’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) and has said the attack will impact exports for up to five years
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US objectives in Iran have not changed, Hegseth says
The U.S. has carried out strikes against 7,000 targets inside Iran, and hit more than 40 Iranian mine-laying vessels and 11 submarines
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Sasha Fisher On Pickleball Championships
[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda’s national pickleball player-coach Sasha Fisher is balancing leadership duties with elite competition as the Caribbean Pickleball Championships gets under way at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium. The 39-year-old, a former Bermuda tennis player, is representing the host nation in the women’s 5.0 and mixed 5.0 divisions alongside co-captain Gavin Manders. …
Butterfield shares fall 1% on BSX
Shares of Butterfield Bank fell 50 cents, or 1 per cent, on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today.
A total of 10,256 of the bank’s shares traded for $512,800.
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index fell 28.78 points,…
A total of 10,256 of the bank’s shares traded for $512,800.
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index fell 28.78 points,…
Top-ten finishes for cyclists in Colombia
Bermuda’s elite men delivered strong performances in the Individual Time Trial at the 2026 Pan American Road Cycling Championships in Montería, with both riders finishing in the top ten against a high…