Sterling edges up versus dollar before BoE policy meeting
The greenback climbed sharply during the Middle East conflict as investors sought safe-haven assets, while other currencies were more vulnerable to the adverse
The Bermuda Ocean Prosperity Programme and Ignite Bermuda fund blue startups
Three entrepreneurs share $20,000 in grant funding at Hamilton pitch competition
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K. Margaret Carter Centre temporarily closes for mould remediation
Ministry is sourcing a temporary venue so programmes can continue
The K. Margaret Carter Centre (KMCC) will be temporarily closed effective M
Minister condemns latest gun death
Minister of National Security Michael Weeks urges anyone with information to come forward as police investigate
Minister of National Security Mich
Elite Athlete Sponsorship Applications Open
Elite Bermudian athletes are invited to apply for the 2026–27 Elite Athlete Sponsorship Programme, with applications open until March 31 to support high-performance development and international competition. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermudian elite athletes are encouraged to apply for the 2026–27 Elite Athlete Sponsorship [EAS] Programme, which supports high-performance development and international competition. “Applications are …
Tuckers Point Golfers Donate $26,500
The Tuckers Point Golfers, also known as the “Hackers,” have donated $26,500 to the Committee of 25 to support families of children with medical, developmental or physical challenges in Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The Committee of 25 has received a generous donation of $26,500 from the Tuckers Point Golfers, strengthening the charity’s ability to support …
Karting Championship Race Day #12 Results
44 drivers competed in Race #12 of the Bermuda Rubis Energy Karting Championship, highlighted by a record 18-kart L206 class and standout performances across all divisions. A spokesperson said, “Despite a foggy and rain-soaked start to the day, racing action eventually roared to life on Sunday, March 15, as the Bermuda Karting Association hosted Race …
Kempe Competes At Mallorca Sailing Regatta
Strong winds across Palma Bay forced the cancellation of the final day of the Mallorca Sailing Center Regatta, leaving overnight standings to determine the final results. The decision meant results from the opening day stood as the final classification. Bermuda’s Sebastian Kempe finished 21st overall in the 68-boat ILCA7 fleet, marking the start of his …
BHCS Sponsors Bermuda College Golf Classic
Bermuda HealthCare Services [BHCS] supported the Bermuda College Foundation Annual Golf Classic as a sponsor of the charity tournament held on Saturday [March 14] at Port Royal Golf Course. A spokesperson said, “The annual event brought together corporate partners, community leaders, and supporters to raise funds that help expand educational opportunities for Bermudians through scholarships …
Bermuda College Appoints Cathy Duffy
Bermuda College has appointed senior insurance executive Cathy Duffy I rise today to inform this Honourable House of the proactive steps being taken by the Department of Planning to address the current backlog of building permit applications. as Chair and Professor of the Practice [Insurance] to develop the island’s first formal academic pathway in insurance. …
ABIR To Host Global Insurance Leaders
The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] will host international insurance regulators and industry leaders next month for its Risk Forum in Bermuda, featuring keynote speakers from the EU, US, and UK. A spokesperson said, “The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] will host globally renowned standard setters from the EU, US and …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 16 2026
March 16 saw 178 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $8,989.00 BD. 178 shares were traded by Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd, closing up 3.0% at $50.50 per share. The BSX finished at 3,256.51, up 2.63% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report …
A 20-year-old man from Southampton
A 20-year-old man from Southampton Parish appeared before the Magistrates’ Court last week facing five indictable offenses involving a firearm.
Pharmacies call for competition, not price controls
A number of independent pharmacies have welcomed the review of the National Drug Formulary, while the Health Council CEO emphasises the complexity of pricing
OBA: It’s time to play or fold on gaming
Is ten years too long to keep spending millions on getting casinos in Bermuda? Opposition Leader Ben Smith says Government needs to ask itself that question…
Marriage Notice: CINDY HOOPER & MICHAEL CORNISH
THE MARRIAGE ACT, 1944 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-CINDY ESTHER HOOPER ofSmith’s PARISH (Single) andMICHAEL WILLIAM CORNISH ofSmith’s PARISH (Divorced)
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Training helps health staff handle domestic violence
Health workers have been coached to spot signs of domestic abuse and respond safely.
The Ministry of Health, along with the Centre Against Abuse and the United Kingdom Health Security Agency, recentl…
The Ministry of Health, along with the Centre Against Abuse and the United Kingdom Health Security Agency, recentl…
Oil prices ease as Trump calls for help to unblock Hormuz, some ships sail through strait
Brent futures fell 72 cents, or 0.7%, to $102.42 a barrel by 12:39 p.m. EDT (1639 GMT), while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell $2.92, or 3.0%, to $95.79
Iranian women’s soccer team begin journey home after players decline asylum
Australia had granted humanitarian visas to six players and one support staff member from the Iranian squad after they sought asylum, fearing possible persecuti
Two key new hires at Bermuda Broadcasting
Bermuda Broadcasting Company has made two key appointments, in sales and radio.
Marcus George – a.k.a. DJ Chubb – becomes Radio Manager/Programme D
BIS urges central banks not to rush reactions to energy price spike
This month’s 40% surge in oil prices and near 60% leap in wholesale gas prices have evoked comparisons to 2022
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Butterfield climbs 3% on BSX
Shares of Butterfield Bank rose 3 per cent on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today on light volume. The bank closed on $50.50, up by $1.45, as 178 shares changed hands.
Butterfield was the only domestic-b…
Butterfield was the only domestic-b…
Disability centre closes during mould treatment
A facility that supports Bermudians with disabilities will temporarily close tomorrow to address a mould issue
A government spokeswoman said mould remediation and air quality improvements were needed …
A government spokeswoman said mould remediation and air quality improvements were needed …
Kendall named the 2026 Bermuda Idol winner
Kendall Adams was named the winner of the 2026 Bermuda Idol Competition in front of a packed auditorium on Sunday.
The competition this year, held at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Ar…
The competition this year, held at the Ruth Seaton James Centre for the Performing Ar…
Healthcare workers trained to identify domestic abuse
The Ministry of Health and Centre Against Abuse staff trained with IRISi, a UK charity that helps health systems respond better to violence against women and gi
Sweden threatens to restrict power exports over EU funding plan
The move could ripple through Northern Europe’s electricity market
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Sweden has threatened to restrict electricity exp
Salute to dedication of child and family services worker
A worker at the Department of Child and Family Services who showed “exceptional professionalism, collaboration and child‑centred practice” is the latest recipient of a public service excellence award….
MPs call on community to work together against violence
An MP whose constituency includes the site of a fatal gun attack said today that residents were “rocked” by the incident.
Dwayne Robinson, the One Bermuda Alliance member for Southampton East Central,…
Dwayne Robinson, the One Bermuda Alliance member for Southampton East Central,…
Erica Hawley Impresses in Dallas 70.3 Triathlon
Bermuda triathlete Erica Hawley finished eleventh in her season opener at the Ironman 70.3 Dallas Little Elm at the weekend. Competing in the elite women’s field in the race, Hawley completed the 1.2-mile swim, 56.1-mile bike and 13.1-mile run in 4hr 07min 55sec. Her spits were 3:17; 2:14 and 1:26:32. Hawley represented Bermuda at the …
Inflation to November rises 2.6%
Less than one business day after reporting the continuing uptick in inflation for the period to October, the government has today released the figures for November, revealing a continuing trend.
The C…
The C…
Retail sales fall for third straight month
Retail sales volume fell for a third successive month in November last year, the Department of Statistics reported today.
The 1.7 per cent year-over-year fall in sales at local outlets, adjusted for i…
The 1.7 per cent year-over-year fall in sales at local outlets, adjusted for i…
College taps Cathy Duffy to lead new insurance course
Bermuda College has appointed a senior insurance leader to help develop what is intended to become Bermuda’s first formal academic pathway in insurance.
Cathy Duffy will join Bermuda College in August…
Cathy Duffy will join Bermuda College in August…
A highlight of the evening
A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Media to Rick Richardson, the former CEO of Bermuda Broadcasting, who played a pivotal role in the career of Trevor Lindsay and countles.
List of Planning Applications Advertised on March 16, 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. Any person wishing to object must do so March 30, 2026 (within 14 days of the date advertised).
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REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE POLICE COMPLAINTS AUTHORITY
GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO: REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE POLICE COMPLAINTS AUTHORITY His Excellency the Governor has been pleased to reappoint:
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APPOINTMENTS TO THE PERMANENT POLICE TRIBUNAL
GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO: APPOINTMENTS TO THE PERMANENT POLICE TRIBUNAL
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Maritime Marriage: KERRY POETON & GARETH EVANS
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- KERRY ANNE POETON ofWiltshireUnited Kingdom (Divorced)andGARETH DAVID EVANS ofWiltshireUnited Kingdom (Single)
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Maritime Marriage: THOMAS FITZPATRICK & SAMANTHA WATSON
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- THOMAS TADEUSZ FITZPATRICK ofManchesterUnited Kingdom (Single)andSAMANTHA WATSON ofManchesterUnited Kingdom (Single)
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‘Shooting reminds us that public safety must remain a priority’
OBA comments on yesterday’s fatal attack
Statement from Robert King, Shadow Minister of National Security
The shooting death of a young man this
Britain unveils jobs drive for young people to tackle high unemployment
Britain’s youth unemployment has reached a 10-year high, according to figures released last month, outpacing other European nations
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Hayward highlights work to support entrepreneurs
Work by the Government to support Bermudian entrepreneurs and small businesses has continued, the Minister of Economy and Labour said today.
Jason Hayward’s comments in the House of Assembly were from…
Jason Hayward’s comments in the House of Assembly were from…
Portugal demands that TAP bidders bolster operations in all its airports, not just Lisbon
British Airways owner IAG, Air France-KLM and Germany’s Lufthansa formally submitted expressions of interest to buy a 44.9% stake in TAP
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Dubai airport hub rattled after drone strike spotlights Iran war risks
The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, now in its third week, has thrown global aviation into turmoil, with flights cancelled, rescheduled and rerouted
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Police search for two suspects connected to Riviera Estate area murder
The Bermuda Police Service identified the victim, a 26-year-old father of two, who was brutally gunned down on Sunday in a Southampton neibourhood
Detect
Greece approves purchase of air defence system, upgrade of F-16 jets
Greece is already in talks with Israel to provide a big part of the missile systems for the dome, called “Achilles Shield” with an estimated cost of about 3 bil
Walking Football League launches as Bermuda targets 2027 World Cup
The historic gymnasium at Bermuda College was the scene of a poignant sporting milestone this weekend as Leroy “Curly Joe” Wilson officially launched his much-a
SiriusPoint restructures as Gibbs departs
SiriusPoint, the Bermudian-based specialty insurer, has announced plans for a restructuring that include combine its existing North America and International programmes businesses into a Global P&…
Second forum to explore child behaviour
Parents can learn about strategies for use when their children talk back or refuse to listen at a symposium this month.
Chefanices Williams, an educational therapist at Victor Scott Primary School, i…
Chefanices Williams, an educational therapist at Victor Scott Primary School, i…
Leverock heroics in vain as Mumbai Spartans edge India Tigers
Kamau Leverock produced a “swashbuckling” individual masterclass in Haldwani today, though his India Tigers side eventually fell to a 17-run defeat in the Legen
Nathan Trott flawless for dominant Cardiff City
Nathan Trott produced another flawless display between the posts as Cardiff City got back to winning ways in style with an emphatic 4-0 demolition of Exeter City in the EFL League One at the weekend.
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