Euro falls, set for fifth straight weekly drop as oil prices rise
The euro zone’s currency hit a 17-month low of $1.1161 on Monday as investors worried about France’s record public debt and the difficult political path to budget cuts, in contrast…
Powerful quake shakes Panama, canal operations normal
Panama television footage showed people evacuating buildings. People stand on a street with their pets after an earthquake struck near the southern coast of Panama, in Panama City, Panama, October…
BSX climbs 1.12% for week
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index closed unchanged on 3,696.34 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Over the trading week, the index gained 1.12 per cent, driven by rises in three stocks…
Over the trading week, the index gained 1.12 per cent, driven by rises in three stocks…
Open Mat Athletes Win Medals In New Jersey
Open Mat Bermuda athletes Jason McAlpine and Christopher Regan won medals at the recent Pan IBJJF No-Gi Championships in Secaucus, New Jersey. McAlpine won silver, while Regan took bronze. The Open Mat travelling team also included Greg Maybury Jr, Charles Patten, Ramazan Ramazanov, Ryan Hopkins, Lonnie Bascome, Keegan Dyer, Jahmali Bridgewater and Reina Maypa. “After …
Police celebrate first female Bermudian officer
The Bermuda Police Service recognised the first Bermudian woman to join the organisation during a special tea at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club today.
Darrin Simons, the Commissioner of Police…
Darrin Simons, the Commissioner of Police…
BTA Highlights Tourism Growth & Opportunities
Bermuda tourism is “building momentum, with visitor spending rising, hotels performing strongly and significant new investment creating an opportunity to grow the island’s visitor economy across more of the year,” the BTA said. A spokesperson said, “”Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] CEO Jan Hutton outlined the destination’s performance and future opportunities at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s …
Brava & BEDC To Support Small Businesses
Brava and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] have partnered to “create new opportunities for Bermuda’s entrepreneurs and small businesses.” A spokesperson said, “Brava and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation have joined forces to create new opportunities for Bermuda’s entrepreneurs and small businesses. Through a series of educational, networking, and community-driven initiatives, the partnership will …
BTA update shows strength but later Fairmont hotel opening
An update on the island’s tourism performance has shown increased visitor spending and expanding hotel capacity but has revealed that the Fairmont Southampton is not scheduled to open until 2027.
The…
The…
Police launch strategy to tackle antisocial behaviour in Hamilton
The Bermuda Police Service said recently, one incident left a victim with a serious stab wound which happened near the Hamilton Bus Terminal Increased reports of fighting among school children…
HSBC Bermuda sponsors LB Football Academy
LB Football Academy has announced HSBC Bermuda as its new main Academy sponsor, marking an exciting new chapter as it continues to grow and expand opportunities for young footballers across the island…
Purple Thursday to honour victims of domestic violence
A national day of solidarity is to be held with the victims and survivors of domestic abuse next week.
Purple Thursday is held on the third Thursday of October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month…
Purple Thursday is held on the third Thursday of October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month…
The Captain Calls It a Day After Decades on the Airwaves
Keevil “The Captain” Burgess retires after 40 years on Bermuda’s radio landscape https://vimeo.com/1234439027?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci For generations of Bermudians, mornings have come with a familiar voice on the radio. Last week, that…
Backyard Ultra: Bermuda set for 74-nation endurance showdown at Clearwater Field
Fifteen Bermudian runners are preparing to push themselves to the absolute limit as they take on the world’s elite in the Backyard Ultra World Team Championships on October 17th. The…
Sustainability management consultancy launches
Sustenance, a sustainability consultancy serving re/insurers and other financial institutions, has been launched by sustainability professional, Venetia Furbert.
The new company has been developed by …
The new company has been developed by …
Hospitals board marks World Mental Health Day
The Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute will join communities across the island and around the world in marking World Mental Health Day 2026 tomorrow.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said it is embracing the…
The Bermuda Hospitals Board said it is embracing the…
Clutch Pro Tour: Daniel Augustus stages second-round recovery at Clandon Regis
ST. AUGUSTINE, FL – JULY 09: Daniel Augustus hits a tee shot during the first round of an APGA Tour event on the Slammer & Squire Course at World Golf…
Anthasia Campbell Set For UK Pageant Final
Bermudian Anthasia Campbell is set to compete in the Miss England semi-final at Melton Theatre in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, on Sunday [October 11]. Campbell, 25, impressed at the East Midlands regional competition in Leicester in July, winning the Top Fundraiser and Talent awards. She was subsequently offered a place in the semi-final. The regional event …
Pan American Championships: Bermuda’s Kaelin Cox strikes opening-day gold in Argentina
Bermudian martial artist Kaelin Cox has made a triumphant start on the international stage, capturing gold on the opening day of continental competition in Argentina. Cox delivered a commanding performance…
Waldron claims double victory at Harrah’s Hoosier Park
Bermudian harness driver Kiwon Waldron enjoyed a standout evening at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana, securing two commanding victories across a three-race card. Waldron’s night began in Race 3, where…
Over 750 People Attend BILTIR Conference
Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers [BILTIR] hosted its 2026 Bermuda International Life & Annuity Conference at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club last week, bringing together more than 750 executives, regulators, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the global long-term [re]insurance sector. A spokesperson said, “The conference welcomed attendees from 15 countries, with …
Compre Promotes Davin Patel & Thuan Ho
Compre has promoted Davin Patel to chief risk officer and Thuan Ho to chief actuary, pricing, subject to the relevant approvals. A spokesperson said, “Compre Group Holdings Limited [Compre], the Bermuda-domiciled international specialty reinsurance group, today announced the promotion of Davin Patel to chief risk officer, subject to the necessary governance and regulatory approvals, and …
Free robot-building workshop for young coders
A free robot building and block coding workshop for children ages nine to 14 will be held at Connectech Coding next week Saturday afternoon.
Registrants get to learn from the Bermy Bots, Bermuda’s Na…
Traffic Light Outages On Church Street
The City of Hamilton is “advising motorists and pedestrians that several traffic lights along Church Street are currently out of operation.” A spokesperson said, “The affected locations include the junction of Queen Street and Church Street, the pedestrian crossing opposite the City Hall car park [by Dismont Drive], and the pedestrian crossing further along Church …
TSB Sending Investigators To Massachusetts
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] is deploying investigators to Massachusetts to assist with the investigation into the Latitude Air Ambulance crash, that claimed the lives of six people including two Bermudians. A statement issued said, “The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] is deploying a team of investigators to Massachusetts as part of …
Traffic lights out of service on Church Street
Motorists and pedestrians were advised today that several traffic lights on Church Street are out of action.
The City of Hamilton said the sites impacted include the junction of Queen Street and Churc…
The City of Hamilton said the sites impacted include the junction of Queen Street and Churc…
Compre promotes Davin Patel and Thuan Ho
Bermuda-domiciled international specialty reinsurance group Compre Group Holdings has promoted Davin Patel to chief risk officer, subject to the necessary governance and regulatory approvals, and Thua…
TSA Sending Investigators To Massachusetts
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] is deploying investigators to Massachusetts to assist with the investigation into the Latitude Air Ambulance crash, that claimed the lives of six people including two Bermudians. A statement issued said, “The Transportation Safety Board of Canada [TSB] is deploying a team of investigators to Massachusetts as part of …
Jiu-jitsu fighters scoop medals in New Jersey
Bermuda’s jiu-jitsu athletes produced a solid showing competing against a highly competitive international field at the Pan IBJJF No-Gi Championships in Secaucus, New Jersey, last weekend.
The island’…
The island’…
Former ICC judge Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
This year’s Nobel Peace Prize underlined the importance of maintaining an organised international order, the committee said in its citation FILE PHOTO: Member of the United Nations Independent International Commission…
Gibraltar Re awards $90,000 in local grants
Gibraltar Re has awarded $90,000 in grants to nine Bermuda non-profits through its new Community Grants Programme.
Each organisation will receive $10,000 to support projects focused on youth developme…
Each organisation will receive $10,000 to support projects focused on youth developme…
French student protesters vow to keep up their fight after scoring first win
The protests, now in their third week, have snowballed into a wider movement A protester holds a placard in the colours of the French flag reading “To arms, citizens! Form…
Hurricane Simon quickly intensifies off Mexico’s Pacific coast
Simon is forecast to become a dangerous Category 4 hurricane by Saturday as it nears the popular tourist coast of south-western and west-central Mexico Vehicles of authorities as they carry…
Photos: Presidents Cup Cycling Road Race
The Bermuda Bicycle Association’s President’s Cup Road Race was successfully held on Sunday, October 4, with Conor White taking the overall victory by more than five minutes. Panzy Olander claimed the women’s title, while Alexander Miller and Harrison Jones finished second and third overall. Photos courtesy of Daniel Ringer Related Stories Photos/Results: Lagoon Park Mountain …
Inside the deadlock at the world’s top climate science body
On Monday, representatives from the IPCC’s 195 member states will convene in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital, for a plenary meeting many see as the last chance to agree publication dates…
Venetia Furbert Launches Sustenance Consultancy
Sustenance, a Bermuda-based sustainability consultancy serving re/insurers and other financial institutions, has officially launched, bringing together sustainability management and innovation to help organisations translate ambition into practical business action. A spokesperson said, “Founded by sustainability professional Venetia Furbert, Sustenance has been developed around two complementary pathways: Sustainability Management and Sustainability Innovation. “The Sustainability Management pathway …
Augustus Finishes Tied 56th At Clandon Regis
Bermudian golfer Daniel Augustus improved by ten strokes in his final round to finish tied for 56th at the Clutch Pro Tour’s Tier 2 Championship at Clandon Regis Golf Club in Surrey, England. Augustus followed an opening-round 11-over-par 83 with a one-over-par 73, completing the 36-hole tournament with a total of 156, or 12 over …
Summit aims to open doors to funding for entrepreneurs
Accessing seed capital is one of the greatest hurdles on the way to converting a great idea into a business.
An event in Bermuda next month aims to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and internati…
An event in Bermuda next month aims to equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge and internati…
Cayman considers boosting welfare budget
A Cayman Islands Cabinet Minister is asking his government’s finance committee for more welfare money for financial assistance programmes, the Cayman News Service has reported.
One concern is that wit…
One concern is that wit…
Laser Light plans global communications solution
The world will pay $6 trillion for information technology this year – that’s what Deloitte reports in its “2026 Global Tech Industry Outlook”.
What is powering that colossal expenditure? Most agree it…
What is powering that colossal expenditure? Most agree it…
OBA’s Ben Smith To Table Land Loss Motion
“Opposition Leader Ben Smith will table a motion in the House of Assembly on November 6 seeking support for a bipartisan committee to help establish the next steps following the Commission of Inquiry into Historic Land Losses,” the OBA said. “The move follows Mr Smith’s letter to the Speaker after the recent debate on the …
Black boxes become focus of air ambulance search
Agencies from Canada and the United States will search for the black boxes from a medical evacuation flight that went missing while travelling from Bermuda to Boston on Saturday.
The Transport Safety…
The Transport Safety…
Pedestrian becomes 14th road fatality of 2026
Police have recorded a pedestrian involved in a collision with a car on Sunday as Bermuda’s fourteenth road fatality this year.
A police spokesman confirmed the woman, not named by the Bermuda Police …
A police spokesman confirmed the woman, not named by the Bermuda Police …
Spanish citizen jailed for ten years over drug smuggling
A Spanish national was jailed for ten years yesterday for importing freebase cocaine into Bermuda.
Speaking through a translator, Luis Gomez Paniagua, 47, told the Supreme Court he agreed to import al…
Speaking through a translator, Luis Gomez Paniagua, 47, told the Supreme Court he agreed to import al…
Trial over gun and drug conspiracy begins
The trial of a former police officer and a man accused of a plot to smuggle guns and drugs into Bermuda began in the Supreme Court yesterday.
Jonathan McAlpine-Talbot and Ezekiel Swan have denied alle…
Jonathan McAlpine-Talbot and Ezekiel Swan have denied alle…
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UK’s Prince Harry says he fell into depression as he weighed royal future
He also recalled the stressful period in 2019 when tension with the rest of the royal family was mounting, and he and his wife Meghan went to Canada for a…
South Africa blames disinformation as anti-migrant protests turn violent
Government spokesperson William Baloyi said the violence was triggered by people spreading deliberately false information about a constitutional court ruling in July Police stand next to a vehicle as they…
Euro perks up as oil retreats, but set for fifth straight weekly drop
The euro zone’s currency hit a 17-month low of $1.1161 on Monday as investors worried about France’s record high debt and the difficult political path to budget cuts, in contrast…
Sterling ticks higher as dollar dips on lower oil prices
Currency markets have been roiled over the last two weeks by sharp rises in bond yields around the world, driven by rising energy prices International News via Reuters: The pound…
X-Roads hit out at BFA over scheduling standoff
X-Roads Warriors president and founder Saleem Talbot has broken his silence over a long-running dispute between the Premier Division club and the Bermuda Football Association.
The dispute centres arou…
The dispute centres arou…