Butterfield Bermuda Championship launches 2026 fundraising drive
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship has officially launched its 2026 Birdies for Charity program, offering local non-profits a risk-free platform to boost thei
OBA MP slams failure to launch safeguarding team for seniors
A shadow minister has criticised the Government for failing to provide a long-promised pilot programme designed to assist vulnerable seniors.
Robin Tucker, the Shadow Minister of Youth and Family Serv…
Robin Tucker, the Shadow Minister of Youth and Family Serv…
Shortly after 2:45 p.m. on
Shortly after 2:45 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders, were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving an a motorcycle, just west of the junction of Wellington Slip Road and Mullet Bay Road, St. George’s.
Trump reiterates at NATO summit that Greenland should be controlled by US, not Denmark
Trump’s assertions that the U.S. must acquire or control Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, have long strained relations between Washington and Cope
Premier joins political rally for ‘sister party’ in Grenada
David Burt hailed the work of Grenada’s National Democratic Congress recently during an appearance at a rally for the political party.
The Premier was among a number of speakers who took the stage at …
The Premier was among a number of speakers who took the stage at …
French court clears Marine Le Pen to run for president, with ankle tag
Le Pen’s presidential hopes had been in limbo since March 2025, when she received a five-year electoral ban for using money from the European Parliament to pay
Bank of England sees growing risks to financial stability from AI
In a half-yearly assessment of risks to Britain’s financial system, the central bank said previous risks it had identified from stretched share price valuations
Britain’s M&S flags higher shareholder returns
Alison Dolan, M&S’s chief financial officer, told the group’s annual shareholders’ meeting that the retailer had a robust balance sheet with a net funds pos
Birdies for Charity programme launched by PGA Tour event
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship has announced the launch of the 2026 Birdies for Charity programme, which offers an exciting opportunity for the community to rally behind local charities while ce…
Netball Bermuda Names CAC Games Squad
Netball Bermuda has unveiled the squad for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, from July 24 to August 8. The Longtails secured their place at the regional multi-sport event after producing a series of impressive performances at the Battle of the Isles Tournament in St Eustatius and St Maarten …
Witnesses sought after serious motorcycle collision
Police are investigating a collision in St. George’s that left a 65-year-old motorcyclist in hospital with a serious head injury
Shortly after 2:45 p.m.
Motorcyclist sustains serious head injury after East End crash
A motorcyclist suffered a serious head injury in a St George’s crash, police confirmed this afternoon.
The Bermuda Police Service said that a 65-year-old man was riding west on Mullet Bay Road at abou…
The Bermuda Police Service said that a 65-year-old man was riding west on Mullet Bay Road at abou…
Aeziah Divine Reflects On Snetterton Races
Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine has reflected on round three of the RG Moto4 British Superbike Cup at Snetterton Circuit in Norfolk, England. Representing Fibre Tec Honda-MLav Racing, Divine finished thirteenth in both races after qualifying fourteenth. “It was a difficult couple of races at Snetterton, but we still made some good progress,” Divine said. “In …
Na’im Zuill Signs Bolton Scholarship Terms
Bermudian footballer Na’im Zuill has signed scholarship terms with Sky Bet Championship club Bolton Wanderers. Zuill is among nine academy graduates to earn places in the club’s youth team, where they will aim to secure professional contracts at the end of their two-year scholarships. The players will combine full-time training with the under-18 squad alongside …
Dandy Town Set For Bermuda Triangle Cup
Dandy Town have confirmed they will compete in the upcoming Bermuda Triangle Cup at the Flora Duffy Stadium. The annual youth football tournament will feature local and overseas teams and run from July 19 to 26. “The 2026 Bermuda Triangle Cup returns to the field from July 19 to 26, bringing together top local and …
Underwriting leadership appointments at MS Re
MS Reinsurance today announced two appointments to its underwriting leadership team. Effective August 1, Lisa Butera will join as chief underwriting officer for North America, overseeing the company’s…
Sompo agrees to acquire US workers’ compensation insurer
Bermudian-based Sompo International Holdings Ltd has agreed a deal for one of its US subsidiaries to acquire Service Insurance Companies, a US workers’ compensation insurance specialist.
Sompo said Se…
Sompo said Se…
New eatery opens in St George’s
A new eatery has opened in the St George’s Club Hotel.
Drift GastroBar is part of the Achilles Bay group, under the management of Stefania Di Meglio and Guido Brambilla.
As part of its soft launch, D…
Drift GastroBar is part of the Achilles Bay group, under the management of Stefania Di Meglio and Guido Brambilla.
As part of its soft launch, D…
Competition heating up in Fitted dinghy season
Fitted dinghy season is reaching the halfway point with all the boats still in fierce competition.
Boats competing this season include Challenger II of Sandys Boat Club; Contest III of the Royal Bermu…
Boats competing this season include Challenger II of Sandys Boat Club; Contest III of the Royal Bermu…
Fortitude Re donates $20k to OUTBermuda
Funding will help support the charity’s year-round advocacy and education programmes
Fortitude Re today announced a $20,000 donation to OUTBermuda throug
Bermuda takes part in global labour conference
Delegates contribute to talks on workers’ rights, digital platforms and the future of work
The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to report on Ber
Museum ‘especially proud’ of new acquisitions
Five new works have been added to the permanent collection at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, thanks to the support of dedicated donors and the Bermuda Arts Council.
John Hartman’s The View Nor…
John Hartman’s The View Nor…
Long-serving volunteer honoured by Hospitals Auxiliary
Ceci Bernard Lambert recognised for 12 years of service and leadership
The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda (HAB) is pleased to announce Ceci Bernard Lambert
Bomb attack rocks Damascus during Macron visit
Two bombs exploded on Tuesday near a hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron spent the night, wounding 18 people
Smoke and fire rise at the
NATO showcases big arms deals in Ankara before summit with Trump
To upbeat tunes and slick videos at a defence industry forum in the capital Ankara, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced a series of initiatives as the s
Europe may face ‘more deadly weeks’ as new heatwave builds, WHO warns
Temperatures in Portugal and southern Spain are expected to climb to 43 degrees Celsius (109 degrees Fahrenheit) in the coming days
International News v
Tankers hit in Hormuz as millions mourn Iran’s Khamenei
There was no claim of responsibility for the attacks
International News via Reuters:
Two tankers were hit in the Strait of Hormuz and Iran said ther
Stocks slip; Samsung’s record profit revives jitters on AI outlook
Samsung Electronics forecast a 19-fold jump in April-June operating profit to 89.4 trillion won ($58.4 billion), a third straight quarter of record operating pr
Sterling hits three-week high versus dollar
Sterling rose to $1.3401, the highest since June 17, before slipping slightly to trade at $1.338
International News via Reuters:
The pound rose to a
Luke Horan And King’s College Win T20 Title
Bermuda international Luke Horan helped King’s College, Taunton win the National Schools Under-18 T20 Cricket Cup with a five-wicket victory over Shrewsbury School at Wormsley Cricket Ground in the UK. Shrewsbury elected to bat after winning the toss and were dismissed for 117 in 19.5 overs. Liam Grindlay top-scored with 36, while Horan claimed 2 …
Aaliyah Nolan Signs For Barnsley Women
The Barnsley Women football team announced the signing of Bermudian footballer Aaliyah Nolan. A statement from the team — which plays in the Division 1 Midlands of the Women’s National League in the UK — said, “Barnsley Womens Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of Aaliyah Nolan, who joins us from Bradford City. “Aaliyah, …
Men’s Basketball Team Departs For Guyana
The Bermuda men’s national basketball team have traveled to Guyana to compete in an international tournament. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Men’s National Basketball Team departs Monday, July 6, 2026 for Georgetown, Guyana. The squad represents the continued growth and ambition of the Bermuda Basketball Association’s senior national program, as our athletes compete at the international …
New mobile groomer takes pet care on the road
Working as a veterinary tech assistant, on and off for 15 years, Stephanie Almeida discovered she was more interested in pet grooming than medicine.
She loved brushing out the animals’ fur or taking c…
She loved brushing out the animals’ fur or taking c…
Reports of seniors abuse double in three years
Reports of abuse against seniors have doubled in the past three years, with the numbers expected to increase further, owing to the island’s ageing population, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development…
Returning Rabain greeted by dip in parish schools enrolment
Parents are choosing to leave parish primary schools — one of the hallmarks of education reforms introduced under the leadership of Diallo Rabain, during his first stint as education minister.
Enrolme…
Enrolme…
World Cup stars play on pitches prepared by Bermudian Jayson Jackson
Working up close with some of the biggest stars in international football at the Fifa World Cup has been a humbling experience for Jayson Jackson.
The Bermudian has enjoyed the chance of a lifetime as…
The Bermudian has enjoyed the chance of a lifetime as…
S&P: sidecars increasingly used to cover casualty risks
Sidecars are being increasingly used by Bermudian re/insurers to cover casualty risks, according to a new report.
Traditionally used to tap third party capital to cover property-catastrophe risk, side…
Traditionally used to tap third party capital to cover property-catastrophe risk, side…
Bryan Dooley: AI investment cycle has room to run
Markets rebounded sharply in the second quarter, marking a dramatic reversal in risk sentiment from the war-induced sell-off earlier in the year. The second quarter was defined by the ongoing conflict…
A 58-year-old Bermudian man appeared
A 58-year-old Bermudian man appeared before a Toronto, Canada, court yesterday after being charged in connection with the alleged trafficking of more than 10 pounds of suspected cannabis.
The team behind the Bikes
The team behind the Bikes Up, Guns Down initiative is taking its mission to another level with the launch of MX Unleashed, an action-packed freestyle motocross event designed to unite Bermuda’s communities while promoting positive opportunities for young people.
Fortitude Re Signs $3.8 Billion Unum Agreement
Fortitude Re announced the signing of a $3.8 billion reinsurance transaction between its subsidiary, Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. [FRL] and Unum Life Insurance Company of America [Unum], a subsidiary of Unum Group. A spokesperson said, “Upon receipt of regulatory approvals and subject to satisfaction or waiver of certain other customary closing conditions, Unum will recapture …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 6 2026
July 6 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,746.76, even on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 46 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 3 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: July 2 …
College Foundation celebrates impact of charitable investment
A $200,000 grant has “significantly strengthened technical education programmes at Bermuda College and enhanced workforce readiness across the Island”.
The Bermuda College Foundation also said the don…
The Bermuda College Foundation also said the don…
Car flips in crash near Devil’s Hole
A car was overturned on Harrington Sound Road near the junction with Somersall Road in Smith’s this afternoon, leaving the driver with a minor head injury.
According to police, the single-vehicle cras…
According to police, the single-vehicle cras…
Stocks gain, oil dips as Iran and chips swing markets
In the early afternoon, all three major U.S. indices were higher, after European stocks flirted with record highs earlier in the day before retreating ahead of
Butterfield rises 1.49% in New York
The RG/BSX Index remained at 3,746.76, unchanged.
Only one international company saw activity on the Bermuda Stock Exchange with 6,676 HSBC shares changing hands to close at $17.11, up $2.11, or 14.06…
Only one international company saw activity on the Bermuda Stock Exchange with 6,676 HSBC shares changing hands to close at $17.11, up $2.11, or 14.06…
A 51-year-old Sands Parish man,
A 51-year-old Sands Parish man, who serves as a Corrections officer, appeared in Magistrates’ Court today charged with assault-related offences stemming from an alleged incident at Westgate Correctional Facility. A 51-year-old Sands Parish man, who serves as a Corrections officer, appeared in Magistrates’ Court today charged with assault-related offences stemming from an alleged incident at Westgate Correctional Facility.
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There has been a single
There has been a single vehicle road traffic collision involving a motorcycle, near the junction of Mullet Bay Road and Wellington Slip Road, St. Georges.
Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on
Shortly after 2:13 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, Police and other first responders were dispatched to a single vehicle road traffic collision involving an overturned car on Harrington Sound Road near the junction with Somersall Road, Smith’s.
Masterworks Adds Five New Works To Collection
The Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art has added five new works to its permanent collection with support from donors and the Bermuda Arts Council. A spokesperson said, “Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art is thrilled to announce the addition of five new works to the Masterworks Permanent Collection, made possible with the generous support of our …