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Bernews / Sport

IOC Denies Olympic Status To Greenland & Faroe

The International Olympic Committee [IOC] has officially rejected a formal request from the Denmark to recognize Greenland and the Faroe Islands as independent National Olympic Committees, despite a request from the Danish Parliament. The letter from the Danish parliament — which cited the fact that territories such as Bermuda are allowed to compete under their own …

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Bernews / Sport

Netball: Ballers, Chasers & Chargers Win

The Netball Bermuda Summer League season concluded at Bernard Park, with the Allshore Ballers and Storm Chasers recording victories to complete the Coed Division schedule and in the Women’s League, the BDA College Chargers defeated the Bermuda Under-21 Academy by 28-18.s The Allshore Ballers defeat the Atlantic Aces 40-10. Sheldon Bahadosingh scored 33 goals for …

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Bernews / Business

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 14 2026

July 14 saw 1,200 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $32,510.00 BD. 1,200 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 0.4% at $27.10 per share. The BSX finished at 3,747.89, up 0.03% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day …

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Police Officer Commended For Emergency Aid

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is “commending the heroic actions of Police Constable Julian Brassington, whose rapid response and life-saving first aid were instrumental in saving the life of a stabbing victim.” A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, 2026, officers responded to a reported altercation in the City of …

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Minister Responds To Comments On Energy

Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne said she noted the comments from the Shadow Minister regarding the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 and issued a statement in response. The Minister said, “The consultative draft of the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 was published on the Government’s consultation site Citizen’s Forum [forum.gov.bm] on April 20, with the …

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Foundation Provides 1,700 Healthy Meals

The Stephen Lee Helping Hands Foundation has provided more than 1,700 healthy meals to students, has now received official charitable status and is preparing to expand its reach across the island. A spokesperson said, “This school year, The Stephen Lee Helping Hands Foundation has provided over 1,700 healthy meals to students through its Healthy Meals Program. …

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Health Ministry Advisory Over Certain Products

The Ministry of Health is warning the public about several products as they “contain undisclosed prescription‑only drugs that can cause serious harm.” A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Health is advising the public not to use the following products, which are known to have been sold in Bermuda. These items are marketed to men experiencing …

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Bernews / Sport

Bermuda’s U20 Volleyball Teams Return

Bermuda’s Under-20 Women’s Beach Volleyball Team returned to the island after capturing the gold medal at the ECVA Under-20 Beach Volleyball Championships in St. Kitts and Nevis, along with the Bermuda’s Under-20 Men’s Beach Volleyball Team, who finished ninth. A Government spokesperson said, “Bermuda’s Under-20 Women’s Beach Volleyball Team returned home after capturing the gold …

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Royal Gazette / Sport

Bermuda bag four medals at Caribbean squash championships

Mason Smith continued his fine run at the Caribbean Area Squash Association Junior Championships by clinching gold for the fourth consecutive year in Tortola, British Virgin Islands.
The 12-year-old’s…

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OBA To Host Road Safety Bill Town Hall Meeting

The One Bermuda Alliance will hold a town hall meeting from 6pm to 8pm on July 15 to discuss the proposed Road Traffic and Motor Car [Road Safety and Penalties] Amendment Bill 2026. A spokesperson said, “The One Bermuda Alliance is inviting members of the public to a town hall meeting to be held at …

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$150K Essent Donation Assists College Classroom

The Bermuda College Foundation unveiled a newly modernized classroom at Bermuda College, funded by a $150,000 donation from Essent Reinsurance Ltd. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda College Foundation [the Foundation] is proud to announce the completion of a newly modernised, state-of-the-art classroom at Bermuda College, made possible through a generous $150,000 donation from Essent Reinsurance Ltd. …

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News / Royal Gazette

Officer recognised for life-saving actions in stabbing case

A police officer who helped to save the life of a stabbing victim was commended for his actions by the Bermuda Police Service.
The BPS said Pc Julian Brassington was among the officers who responded t…

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News / Royal Gazette

Health minister warns about ‘organic’ products

A public health alert was issued as the health ministry warned about the potential side effects of several sexual performance products known to be sold in Bermuda.
Testing at the government laboratory…

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Digicel disruption ‘unrelated’ to network modernisation

Updating the public on the recent network problems, a Digicel media release states that teams are working ‘around the clock’ to restore voice services for affec

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Saba Capital becomes top shareholder at UK’s Workspace amid reforms push

A filing on Tuesday showed that Saba has raised its stake in Workspace to 29.1% from 28.2%

International News via Reuters:

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Business / Royal Gazette

Allshores shares edge higher on BSX

Shares of Allshores climbed 0.4 per cent in Bermuda Stock Exchange trading today. The insurer gained ten cents to close on $27.10 on the trading of 1,200 shares.
With Allshores the only stock to trade…

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Bernews / Business

Minister Joins BEDC Chat And Chew Session

Minister Jason Hayward joined BEDC’s latest Chat and Chew session, where entrepreneurs shared feedback to help shape the implementation of Bermuda’s National Entrepreneurship Blueprint. A Government spokesperson said, “The Minister of Economy and Labour, Jason Hayward, continued the Government’s engagement with Bermuda’s entrepreneurial community by participating in the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation’s latest Chat and …

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News / Royal Gazette

No one hurt but traffic impacted after Warwick collision

Traffic in an area of Warwick is limited to one lane after a collision between a bike and car thus afternoon.
A police spokesman said no one was injured in the incident, which occurred near the juncti…

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News / Royal Gazette

Digicel phone lines problem persists

An island-wide technical issue that affected Digicel customers continued to cause problems today as the communications provider confirmed that a post-incident review will take place.
Butterfield Bank …

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Outgoing UK PM Starmer given France’s top honour by President Macron

Starmer, who is due to step down on July 20 having lost the confidence of his Labour Party, has worked closely with Macron during the war in Ukraine

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Lebanon, Israel hold US-brokered talks in Rome to implement framework deal

A U.S. State Department official said in a brief statement that the Rome talks were positive and would continue on Wednesday, adding that both sides were eager

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Business / Royal Gazette

Britain proposes new rules to attract captives

Britain is setting its sights on attracting a great share of the captive insurance market — in which Bermuda is a leading player.
The Bank of England announced today that financial regulators Prudenti…

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Young gold medallists welcomed home

Please see the attached photos from today’s airport arrival of Bermuda’s Under-20 Women’s Beach Volleyball Team, who returned home after capturing the gol

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Police officer who saved stabbing victim honoured

The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is commending the heroic actions of Police Constable Julian Brassington, whose rapid response and life-saving first aid were in

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Warren Buffett cuts off donations to Gates Foundation following Epstein revelations

Gates, 70, has seen his reputation tarnished following the U.S. Department of Justice’s release of files about Epstein in February

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

How to stay safe around a snake…

…A U.S. expert talks about staying safe around rattlesnakes, and addressed the possibility of Bermuda’s elusive visitor being female

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Health alert issued for products used by sexually active men

The Ministry of Health is advising the public not to use the following products, which are known to have been sold in Bermuda. These items are marketed to men e

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Royal Gazette / Sport

Golden girls Gazzard and Sousa welcomed back to Bermuda

Isabella Sousa and Olivia Gazzard received a warm welcome as they returned home after winning gold medals for Bermuda at the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association under-20 Championships.
Family mem…

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK police say former minister Widdecombe’s murder was a targeted attack

Local police arrested a white British man late on Saturday on suspicion of her murder

International News via Reuters:

British counter-terrorism poli

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Blaze near Paris burns on as Europe heats up

As France battled flames, the third bout of extreme heat this season that is also affecting Britain and Spain continued its progression into Italy

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Royal Gazette / Sport

Volunteer call for Butterfield Bermuda Championship

The Butterfield Bermuda Championship has partnered with Allshores to launch its 2026 volunteer programme.
As the tournament prepares to return to Port Royal Golf Course from October 19 to 25, communit…

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News / Royal Gazette

Road safety town hall offers chance to learn and share

Residents have been invited to make their voices heard on road safety matters as they learn more about a proposed Bill that would double fines for bad driving and allow police to conduct roadside sobr…

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News / Royal Gazette

OBA: when will the national energy policy be finalised?

The shadow home affairs minister has questioned when Bermuda’s national energy policy will be finalised.
Dwayne Robinson acknowledged that the Government’s fuel duty relief can soften the impact of po…

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Mixed fortunes for Bermuda on drama-filled day in Tortola

Bermuda’s rising squash prospects endured a day of intense drama and mixed results on the glass courts of the Tortola Sports Club at the 2026 Nagico and Inter

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News / Royal Gazette

Public interest in Caricom discussions is ‘encouraging’

A poll of residents showed that Bermudians are “actively interested” in talks about the island’s potential deeper involvement in Caricom, a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Home Affairs said.
The Gover…

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Junior triathletes shine at Flatland Cup in Iowa

Bermuda’s next generation of multi-sport talent made a massive statement on the international stage, delivering a series of resilient performances at the pres

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

‘Your voice could help shape road safety measures’

OBA will host a public meeting tomorrow

The One Bermuda Alliance is inviting members of the public to a town hall meeting to be held at Vasco Da Gama Cl

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Tinee Furbert To Run For PLP Deputy Leader

[Updating] Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [July 14] to officially announce her candidacy for the position of PLP Deputy Leader. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: She has launched a very comprehensive website for the campaign, which is here: Tineesfurbert.com. …

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Business / Royal Gazette

Tanisha Butler launches boutique legal practice

Tanisha Butler has launched a boutique law practice with a focus on meeting the legal needs of “everyday Bermudians”.
Attorney Ms Butler said Roseum Legal and Consulting Services is dedicated to provi…

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Casati dynasty confirmed for inaugural Freestyle Legends Tour in Bermuda

The newly minted Freestyle Legends Tour has secured a major coup for its maiden event in Bermuda, with the world-renowned Casati kitesurfing family confirmed as

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Live Video: PLP Deputy Leader Candidate

Tinee Furbert is holding a press conference this morning [July 14] to officially announce her candidacy for the position of PLP Deputy Leader. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Related Stories Video: Minister Rabain On Electoral Reform Video: Minister Hayward On The Economy Video: Government …

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News / Royal Gazette

Tinée Furbert runs for PLP deputy leadership

A third Progressive Labour Party MP has announced her bid to contest the post of deputy leader of the PLP in October.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, was revealed…

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermudian duo impress at British Milers Grand Prix

Bermuda’s middle-distance prospects Nirobi Smith-Mills and Jake Brislane delivered a pair of highly encouraging performances to secure top-six finishes at the

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Opinion: Solar investors ‘outraged’ by hikes in power bills

Opposition MP says our energy policy needs more structure

Statement by Dwayne Robinson, Shadow Home Affairs Minister:

Bermuda needs a national

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Trump says the US will take out Pickaxe Mountain in Iran

Pickaxe Mountain, located near Iran’s heavily damaged Natanz uranium enrichment facility, is a heavily fortified site that hosts two deeply buried tunnel comple

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Royal Gazette / Sport

Flora into final three for greatest Commonwealth Games moment

Dame Flora Duffy is on course for perhaps the final win of her illustrious career after making it into the final three for the greatest Commonwealth Games moment.
Duffy was originally shortlisted wit…

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OBA’s Dwayne Robinson On Energy Policy

“Bermuda needs a national direction when it comes to our energy policy,” OBA MP Dwayne Robinson said. Mr Robinson — the Shadow Home Affairs Minister — said, “After a two-week extension, the consultation on the draft National Electricity Sector Policy [NESP] ended on May 21, 2026. The draft NESP 2026 was said to be ‘nearly final’ in …

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

U.S. military renews strikes on Iran while tankers come under attack in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Central Command said it began strikes at Trump’s direction just after the U.S. president told the “Hugh Hewitt Show” that Iran would be hit “very hard toni

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Bernews / Sport

Bermuda Junior Golf Team Compete In Florida

Bermuda’s junior golfers produced a strong showing at the 19th Annual Mid-Season Invitational at Reunion Resort in Florida, led by Bradford Laing’s impressive fourth-place finish in the boys’ 10-11 division. Laing finished at 16 over par after carding four over for his final nine holes. Sa-Qui Robinson closed with an excellent two-over-par 74, including an …

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Bernews / Sport

Bermuda Juniors Win Four Squash Medals

Bermuda’s junior squash players produced an impressive four-medal showing at the Junior Caribbean Squash Championships in Tortola. Mason Smith won gold in the boys’ under-13 division, defeating Bermuda team-mate Benjamin Sherratt 9-11, 11-4, 11-5, 11-7 in the final. Sherratt earned silver, while Eli Carpol claimed silver in the boys’ under-19 division and Remy Horsfall secured …

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