Iceland plans August 29 referendum on EU negotiations
Reykjavik in 2013 abandoned EU membership talks after four years of negotiations
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Germany’s Merz faces first state election test
There will be four more state elections this year
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces his first electoral test si
EU halts visa-free travel for Georgian officials
Once among the most democratic and pro-Western of the successor states to emerge from the Soviet Union, Georgia has turned increasingly authoritarian since the
UK house prices rise but inflation fears cloud outlook
Halifax said house prices were 1.3% higher in the 12 months to February than a year earlier, above the 0.9% forecast in a Reuters poll of economists and up from
Colombians to elect new Congress, chose three presidential candidates
Voters will choose from over 3,000 candidates to fill 102 Senate seats and 182 House seats, in a vote analysts predict will be divided among dozens of parties
Sterling pulls back as Iran war sees investors flock to safe havens
Sterling was last down 0.15% against the dollar to $1.3335 on the day, and set for a weekly decline of around 1.1%
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Shortly after 1:00 a.m. on Friday, 6th March 2026, police officers on mobile patrol came across an overturned vehicle on South Road near the junction with St. Paul’s Lane in Paget.
Bermuda company joins US mining delegation to Venezuela
Gold Reserve Ltd said it has taken part in high-level talks in Venezuela alongside American officials and other mining representatives, marking a potential step towards reopening the country to foreig…
Car overturns in Paget collision
A woman had to be taken to hospital after her vehicle overturned on South Road in Paget early this morning.
Police said officers on mobile patrol around 1am came across the overturned vehicle – the l…
Police said officers on mobile patrol around 1am came across the overturned vehicle – the l…
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: March 5 2026
March 5 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $21,500.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing down 1.3% at $21.50 per share. The BSX finished at 3,340.03, down 0.09% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day …
Traffic diverted after paget rollover
Woman extracted and taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital as police ask witnesses to call 211 Shortly after 1:00 a.m. on Friday, 6th March 2026, police officers on mobile patrol came across an overturned vehicle on South Road near the junction with St. Paul’s Lane in Paget. Details surrounding the circumstances remain unclear at […]
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Residents of the Alexander and
Residents of the Alexander and Mary Victoria Roads area are voicing growing frustration and fear following yet another firearm incident in their community.
Women in AI series urges awareness of potential harm
Women in AI Bermuda has launched Spot The Harm, a technology series promoting responsible innovation by building local capacity to detect AI-related harms and strengthen ethics in the development and …
Bermuda hosts CFATF and mutual evaluation training
Public officers underwent training in preparation for the next Financial Action Task Force Mutual Evaluation, which begins in April.
The FATF mutual evaluations are in-depth country reports analysing …
The FATF mutual evaluations are in-depth country reports analysing …
Call for creativity in Belco’s annual kite safety contest
With Good Friday on April 3 signifying the approach of kite season, Belco has launched its annual kite safety poster competition for P1 and P2 students.
The deadline is March 13, with one entry taken …
The deadline is March 13, with one entry taken …
Gov’t plans 10% vehicle licence fee cut
Legislation to reduce licensing costs for motorists will be tabled in the House of Assembly tomorrow
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Cal Simons Hails Success Of Magic Mile
Cal Simons has hailed the success of the recent Skyport Magic Mile, powered by the Pacers Track Club, held at the Flora Duffy Stadium. More than 650 boys and girls, aged 4 to 15, took part in the popular annual event, which saw schools competing for cash prizes, courtesy of Skyport. The prizes were awarded …
Officials trained on anti-money laundering standards
Sessions led by Caribbean Financial Action Task Force advisors drew more than 100 participants
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Europol warns Iran crisis raises threat of terror, extremism and cyberattacks
Europol spokesman Jan Op Gen Oorth said he expected to see more cyberattacks against European infrastructure and an increase in online fraud using increasingly
Is Gov’t talking to taxi drivers?
The Tourism and Transport Minister has not formally met with the Bermuda Taxi Owners and Operators Association since May 2025, according to the BTOA
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Allshores shares slip 1.3% on BSX
The RG/BSX Index dipped 2.84 points (0.09 per cent), closing at 3,340.03.
On the Bermuda Stock Exchange, 1,000 shares of insurer Allshores traded, with the price falling 29 cents (1.3 per cent) to $21…
On the Bermuda Stock Exchange, 1,000 shares of insurer Allshores traded, with the price falling 29 cents (1.3 per cent) to $21…
New hires help Mosaic build out finpro lines
Mosaic Insurance is building out its financial institutions and professional liability teams with key hires to drive expansion of finpro lines across North America.
The growth follows Mosaic’s hiring …
The growth follows Mosaic’s hiring …
An 18-year-old male shot and
An 18-year-old male shot and injured after a firearm was discharged in the Mary Victoria Road, Alexandra Road Devonshire area around 10:40pm Wednesday, 4th March 2026 has been released from hospital, after receiving treatment for his wounds.
Harry Twite Signs For Basford United In UK
Bermuda national team footballer Harry Twite has signed for Basford United in England. Twite, who has played for Loughborough Students this season, has joined the NPL Division One Midlands side for the remainder of the season. “We are delighted to announce the signing of Bermudian international Harry Twite from L’boro Students,” read a Basford social …
ECB has no preset response to Middle East war, Lagarde says
The ECB will take its decisions “in view of all the data that we can harness, and that we can analyse, and that we can scrutinize with sufficient confidence,” s
Students invited to take part in BELCO kite safety competition
The deadline for entries is Friday, March 13
Bermuda Electric Light Company Limited (BELCO or the Company) today reminds the public that the deadline for
Somali parliament backs constitutional changes that could extend president’s term
The vote happened on Wednesday, and on Thursday analysts who follow the Horn of Africa country closely were still debating exactly what the implications are
Conservative Anglicans challenge Archbishop of Canterbury with rival leadership
GAFCON opposes liberal shifts in parts of the Communion, including the ordination of women and greater inclusion of LGBTQ+ members
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Teen injured in shooting released from hospital
A teenager injured in a shooting in Devonshire last night has been released from King Edward VII Memorial Hospital after receiving treatment.
A police spokesman said that the 18-year-old was injured a…
A police spokesman said that the 18-year-old was injured a…
All-Star Football Matches Set For Tomorrow
The island’s top primary, middle and senior school footballers will showcase their skills during the All-Star matches at the North Field, National Sports Centre, tomorrow [March 6]. The event is organised by the Bermuda School Sports Federation and the Department of Youth and Sport. The action kicks off at 2pm with the Primary School Girls’ …
Bermuda Women Defeated By Costa Rica
The Bermuda’s women’s national football team were defeated 8-0 by Costa Rica in their Concacaf Women’s Championship qualifier. Costa Rica’s scorers were Fabiola Villalobos, Sheika Scott [2], Priscila Chinchilla [2], Katherine Alvarado, Stephannie Blanco and an own goal. Bermuda, who face Grenada in their final group game next month, are third in the group with …
Art exhibition ‘highlights the incredible depth of talent within our schools’
28 schools participated in the 61st Annual Schools Art Exhibitions, hosted at the Bermuda Society of Arts
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Charity spotlights toll of sadness left by road deaths
Members of the public are encouraged to wear orange tomorrow to support those who have lost loved ones on Bermuda’s roads.
The Gina Spence Programme is organising Bermuda’s second annual Grief and Los…
The Gina Spence Programme is organising Bermuda’s second annual Grief and Los…
Bermuda U-20 Defeat Barbados U-20
The Bermuda Under-20 national football team finished the Concacaf Men’s Under-20 Qualifiers with a 2-0 victory over Barbados at the Proyecto Goal in San Rafael, Costa Rica. Entering the final group E fixture, Bermuda needed a 13-goal swing to keep their qualification hopes alive. Kalen Brunson scored their opener in the eleventh minute before Malachi …
Bermuda hockey coach learning fast in countdown to CAC Games
Bermuda’s national hockey team continued their preparations for the Central American and Caribbean Games with a hard-fought defeat against Alvernia University.
In a close game, the touring US side ca…
In a close game, the touring US side ca…
Parks staff take on advanced training
Staff from the Department of Parks learnt about up-to-date horticultural techniques during an eight-day course.
Nine staff members participated in the Certified Practical Horticulture course, led by t…
Nine staff members participated in the Certified Practical Horticulture course, led by t…
Black Vendor Market hailed a success
The 4th Annual Bacardi Black Vendor Market brought people together for an evening of culture, shopping, and celebration at the Bacardi Global Headquarters. T
Cambridge and IGCSE results below average in public schools
Bermuda’s public school exam results fell below international averages in almost all areas, the latest public figures showed.
The Ministry of Education announced this week that it had posted the resul…
The Ministry of Education announced this week that it had posted the resul…
Restaurant welcomes patrons back after almost a week
A Front Street eatery reopened today after a building issue forced it to close for almost a week.
A health inspector ordered One29 to close last week after an unknown issue caused fire-suppressant mat…
A health inspector ordered One29 to close last week after an unknown issue caused fire-suppressant mat…
BDA to stage Future Leaders Forum at Risk Summit
Encouraging fresh talent into the re/insurance industry will be the focus of the Future Leaders Forum, organised by the Bermuda Business Development Agency as part of next week’s Bermuda Risk Summit.
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BOARD BERMUDA MEDICAL COUNCIL- AMENDMENT TO GNO215/2026
Boards and Committees 2026 Board: BERMUDA MEDICAL COUNCIL – AMENDMENT TO GN0215/2026Regulation Act: Medical Practitioners Act 2015 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
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Bermuda Foundation delivers more than $6 million in support
The Bermuda Foundation delivered more than $6 million in grants to community organisations in the 2025 financial year.
Donors’ gifts, combined with the foundation’s unrestricted funding contributions …
Donors’ gifts, combined with the foundation’s unrestricted funding contributions …
Bermuda to play friendly against World Cup hopefuls DR Congo
Bermuda’s footballers will face some Premier League stars when they play Democratic Republic of Congo in an international friendly in Mexico this month.
Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa, West Ham United…
Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa, West Ham United…
Bermudian riders brave the Daytona rubble in Amateur Supercross
A contingent of eight determined riders from the Bermuda Motocross Club has concluded a grueling stint in Florida, testing their mettle against a world-class fi
Online travel stocks rise after report that OpenAI to scale back direct checkouts
Shares of Expedia were up over 12%, while Booking Holdings and Tripadvisor rose 8% and 5%, respectively
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Shares of on
EY: bold leadership needed to manage softening reinsurance conditions
Softening conditions in the reinsurance market call for companies to balance discipline with pursuing growth opportunities, says EY.
The professional-services firm has released its Reinsurance Outloo…
The professional-services firm has released its Reinsurance Outloo…
Starmer says UK’s relationship with US still special after Trump criticism
After initially refusing to allow the United States to use British bases for the U.S.-Israeli campaign, Starmer has come under personal attack from the U.S. pre
Seven countries warn EU not to upend energy market design
Energy prices have lurched onto Europe’s political agenda this year, as industries warn they cannot compete with companies in the United States and China, where
Iran conflict a risk to economic growth, EBRD president says
EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso told Reuters in an interview in Istanbul that the conflict “can reduce risk capital” for the region
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Bittersweet success for Tucker as St. Thomas claim historic title
Bermudian freshman Denver Tucker experienced both the thrill and the heartbreak of championship racing at the Sun Conference Indoor Track and Field Championship