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Govt Lost Procedural Vote, Education Bill Delayed

November 7, 2026

“The Government lost a procedural vote, put forward by the OBA, which brought consideration of the Education Authority Bill to a halt,” Premier, and PLP Leader David Burt said. Premier Burt said, “That should not have happened. As Premier and Leader of the Progressive Labour Party, I fully accept responsibility. “I was not in my …

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The Bermuda Tourism Authority (BTA)

November 7, 2026

The Bermuda Tourism Authority (BTA) is showcasing the island’s award-winning dive experiences at DEMA Show 2026, taking place November 3–6 in New Orleans. Through a dedicated Bermuda exhibition booth, the Authority is engaging with the international dive community, strengthening industry relationships and promoting opportunities to experience Bermuda’s distinctive underwater attractions in 2027 and beyond.

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BEDC To Host Two Hamilton Pop-Ups On Nov 9

November 7, 2026

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation will host two Hamilton pop-ups on November 9 to promote Global Entrepreneurship Week Bermuda 2026 and highlight local small businesses. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is inviting the public to two pop-ups in Hamilton on Monday, November 9th, 2026, with coffee, sweet treats, giveaways and local …

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Governor to attend Remembrance Day service at MSA

November 7, 2026

Overseas file image Mount Saint Agnes Academy will hold its annual Remembrance Day Service on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 8:45 a.m. in the MSA Auditorium, bringing together students, staff,…

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City Begins Road Repairs On Angle Street

November 7, 2026

The City of Hamilton has started road repairs on Angle Street, with work expected to be completed by mid-next week, weather permitting. A spokesperson said, “Road improvements are underway on Angle Street, near the roundabout and Dellwood School, as the City tackles a section of roadway in need of some much-deserved TLC! “Following feedback from …

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Department Of Financial Assistance Annual Report

November 7, 2026

“For the fiscal year 2025/26, the average number of persons receiving financial assistance was 2,045 per month, compared to 1,977 in the prior fiscal year,” Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors Tinee Furbert said, adding that total expenditure for the financial assistance programme was $49.58 million. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday …

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BermudAir Promotes Tariq Lynch-Wade

November 7, 2026

BermudAir has promoted its first and only Bermudian pilot, Tariq Lynch-Wade, to Captain, marking a milestone for both the airline and his aviation career. A spokesperson said, “BermudAir is proud to announce the promotion of Tariq Lynch-Wade, the airline’s first and only Bermudian pilot, to Captain, marking a significant milestone both in his career and …

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Bicknell And Chopra Reach Semi-Finals

November 7, 2026

Top seed Blaise Bicknell and second seed Keshav Chopra advanced to the singles semi-finals of the ITF M15 Bermuda Open at the WER Joell Tennis Stadium on Friday [November 6]. Jamaica’s Bicknell defeated American Alexander Bernard 6-1, 6-1, while American Chopra recorded a 6-3, 6-2 victory over compatriot Gray Voelzke. American Nathan Cox beat qualifier …

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Hamilton & Tucker Competing In Puerto Rico

November 7, 2026

Bermuda’s Kyle Hamilton and Sean Tucker opened their NORCECA Continental Beach Volleyball Olympic Qualifier campaign with two defeats in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, on Friday [November 6]. Competing in Pool B at the Areia Sports Complex, Hamilton and Tucker lost their opening match against Guatemala’s Edgar Maldonado and José Miguel Izaguirre, 21-13, 21-11. The Bermudian …

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Pictures: HSBC’s volunteer day at Cooper’s Island

November 7, 2026

Jache Adams, Minister of Public Works and Environment and Chief Executive Officer of HSBC Bermuda Greg Garnier, with all the volunteers Yesterday, more than 100 HSBC employees joined staff from…

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Minister On Asphalt Plant, Road Paving & More

November 7, 2026

Minister of Public Works and Environment Jache Adams provided an update on the changes to the plans for the replacement of our asphalt plant. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 6] the Minister said, “Improving Bermuda’s roads remains a priority for this Government. Today, I rise to update this Honourable House on the …

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Minister On GDP, Economy, Employment & More

November 7, 2026

“I am pleased to report that Bermuda has recorded five consecutive years of positive real economic growth, with an average annual growth rate of 3.8 per cent between 2021 and 2025,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 6] the Minister said, “The annual real …

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Opinion: Growth must work for all Bermudians

November 7, 2026

Statement by Ben Smith, Leader of the Opposition: Imagine two people making a decision about Bermuda. One is a young Bermudian studying overseas and deciding whether to come home. The…

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Minister On Garage Compliance Programme

November 7, 2026

“By ensuring that every garage operating in Bermuda is subject to consistent standards of licensing, inspection, and accountability, we are taking practical steps to create a safer environment for garage workers, for customers, and for the wider public,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the House of Assembly …

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Scott Barnes ends tough year on high with podium in Las Vegas

November 7, 2026

Scott Barnes has ended a difficult year outside the kart with a good display in it after finishing on the podium at the ROK Vegas Cup last weekend.
Barnes has had a tough 2026 after dealing with the …

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting November 7

November 7, 2026

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 7th. On Sunday the Orion Bohemia container ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship and the Celebrity Ascent cruise ships, and …

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Essent Group Announces Earnings & Dividend

November 7, 2026

Essent Group Ltd reported net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 of $163.4 million or $1.82 per diluted share, compared to $164.2 million or $1.67 per diluted share for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. Essent also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per common …

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Berkeley Golds Win U-16 Six-A-Side Title

November 7, 2026

Berkeley Institute Golds won the Senior School Boys Under-16 Six-a-Side championship by defeating Berkeley Institute Greens 4-2 in a penalty shootout following a 0-0 draw. Krayvon Bean-Burchall converted the decisive penalty kick for Berkeley Institute Golds after regulation ended goalless. Berkeley Institute Golds advanced to the final with a 2-0 win over Saltus Grammar School …

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Flight diverted from Mexico set to leave today

November 7, 2026

Neos flight to Milan forced down at L.F. Wade International Airport Skyport can confirm that Neos flight NO473, travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Milan, Italy, diverted to L.F. Wade International…

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Public feedback sought on derelict housing

November 7, 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities is inviting members of the public to review and provide feedback on its Proposed Framework for Derelict and Abandoned Properties, now available on the…

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Cancun To Milan Flight Diverts To Bermuda

November 7, 2026

A Neos flight – travelling from Cancun to Milan – diverted to Bermuda due to a passenger’s medical emergency, with a subsequent mechanical issue delaying its onward departure. A spokesperson said, “Skyport can confirm that Neos flight NO473, travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Milan, Italy, diverted to L.F. Wade International Airport on November 6, 2026, …

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Police Finish Fourth At World Police Games

November 7, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service secured fourth place in the overall medal standings at the World Police Games in the Dominican Republic, thanks to Madelyn Moore’s six swimming medals and Sergeant Shannon Trott’s second-place finish in golf. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is celebrating an impressive showing by its officers at the …

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Judge clears two men of theft, assault charges

November 7, 2026

Two men accused of robbery and assault have had the charges against them dismissed.
Zion Smith-Codrington, 18, and Ajahni Bascome-Lema, 19, were both accused of taking a motorcycle without the owner’s…

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MSA to mark Remembrance Day through special service

November 7, 2026

Andrew Murdoch, the Governor, will offer his reflections during a Remembrance Day service at Mount Saint Agnes Academy on Monday.
A statement from the school said Mr Murdoch will join Lieutenant-Colon…

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Team Bermuda bask in glory at Offshore World Championship

November 7, 2026

Team Bermuda celebrated well into the night after achieving a milestone victory at the Offshore World Championship in Key West, Florida on Friday.
The dynamic duo of David Selley and Steven Bridges we…

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Dandy Town and X-Roads set for Dudley Eve showdown

November 7, 2026

Dandy Town and X-Roads have a chance to claim some early season honours when they clash in the Dudley Eve Trophy final at Wellington Oval on Sunday (2.30pm).
Both sides head into the encounter in conf…

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Argentina start World Rugby Classic title defence

November 7, 2026

World Rugby Classic champions Argentina Legends begin their search for an eighth title when they face Italian Classic XV on Saturday night (8.30pm).
The Argentinians will look to collect some early l…

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Adrian Roach puts unbeaten record on the line in Texas

November 7, 2026

Bermudian boxer Adrian Roach will put his perfect professional record on the line when he steps back into the ring against American Pedro Ibarra Jr in Conroe, Texas, on Saturday (7.30pm Bermuda time)….

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Take care packing away your gear

November 7, 2026

And who would have thought that, bam, just like that, the long awaited angling season has come to its inevitable conclusion. Inevitable simply because those who are involved know that it was a bit of …

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Keeping your head when markets plunge

November 7, 2026

I don’t know about you, but I am not particularly reassured by the headlines at the moment: rioting in Europe; the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia; bombings in the Middle East; the escalation o…

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Generous in-laws are overstepping boundaries

November 7, 2026

Dear Dave,
My fiance and I are getting married in March. I’m in grad school, and he has a good job. His mum and dad have found a home online they think we’ll like, and they want to give us money for a…

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Last evening, the Government lost

November 7, 2026

Last evening, the Government lost a procedural vote, put forward by the OBA, which brought consideration of the Education Authority Bill to a halt. That should not have happened. As Premier and Leader of the Progressive Labour Party, I fully accept responsibility.

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Brookfield Announces Simplification Update

November 7, 2026

Brookfield Infrastructure has received all required approvals for a restructuring that will combine two existing entities into a single structure, with completion expected on November 19. A spokesperson said, “Brookfield Infrastructure today announced that it has received all required approvals to complete the previously announced simplification of its corporate structure, which will combine Brookfield Infrastructure …

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Sandys Win 2026 U-13 Six-A-Side Title

November 7, 2026

Sandys Secondary Middle School won the 2026 Middle School Boys Under-13 Six-a-Side title with a 5-1 victory over Warwick Academy. Cove Bailey scored a hat-trick for Sandys Secondary Middle School, while Amir Clermond and Koah Stovell each added a goal in the championship match. Owen Fosker scored the lone goal for Warwick Academy. Sandys advanced …

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Ball Hockey: ACT Defeat BDA Spirits

November 7, 2026

ACT secured an 8-5 victory over BDA Spirits in Bermuda Ball Hockey Association action at the PCC Hockey Rink. Anthony Kapsimalis and Sean McNulty each scored twice for ACT, while Alex Bordage, Townie Jackson, Riley Latour, and Chris Merritt added one goal apiece. Jeff Loper and Shane Matchett each scored two goals for BDA Spirits, …

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It’s time to start writing your Christmas short stories

November 7, 2026

The Christmas season is approaching quickly, which means it’s time for Bermuda’s best writers, young and old, to embrace the season by entering the Stanley Ratteray Memorial Christmas Short Story Cont…

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RiverStone Signs Transaction With Clear Spring

November 7, 2026

RiverStone International announced that it has entered into a loss portfolio transfer with Clear Spring Property and Casualty Company covering discontinued US workers’ compensation business from accident years 2018–2025. A spokesperson said, “The transaction is intended to provide Clear Spring with operational and economic finality for the discontinued portfolio, with RiverStone assuming claims control and …

Bernews / Business

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 6 2026

November 7, 2026

November 6 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,463.38, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 45 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock …

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Our children deserve an education

November 7, 2026

Our children deserve an education system that inspires learning, builds confidence and creates opportunity. Getting the legislation passed should never be more important than getting it right.

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Bermuda to feature at UK Remembrance event

November 6, 2026

Bermuda will be represented at the United Kingdom’s National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph in Whitehall in London on Sunday.
Kimberley Durrant, the director of the Bermuda’s London Office, wi…

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Skyport can confirm that Neos

November 6, 2026

Skyport can confirm that Neos flight NO473, travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Milan, Italy, diverted to L.F. Wade International Airport on November 6, 2026, due to a medical issue involving a passenger on board. The aircraft, a Boeing 787, landed at approximately 3:01 am.

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The Cabinet Office is advising

November 6, 2026

The Cabinet Office is advising the public that Bermuda will be represented at the United Kingdom’s National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph in Whitehall on Sunday, 8 November.

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House: Education Authority faces queries from Opposition

November 6, 2026

The Minister of Education has called on MPs to set aside politics and put the island’s children first as the House of Assembly debated landmark legislation for the creation of an independent education…

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Debt slashed in welfare fund through fraud investigations

November 6, 2026

Outstanding debt in the Department of Financial Assistance was cut by 62 per cent as a result of investigations into fraudulent claims and other illegal activity.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth…

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Information Commissioner publishes 2025 report

November 6, 2026

The Information Commissioner’s Office reported 132 new public access to information requests last year.
David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, laid the ICO 2025 Report before the House of As…

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Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, charged with possession of child sexual abuse photos

November 6, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel said the 82-year-old father-in-law of Prince Harry was taken into custody by federal agents in Florida, where according to the Daily Mail the elder Markle, who…

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Pope Leo begins South America ‘homecoming’ tour with appeal for regional unity

November 6, 2026

The pontiff arrived in Uruguay, one of Latin America’s more stable democracies, for the first stop of a tour that will also take him to Argentina and Peru, in one…

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Snapchat starts disabling friend-finder feature for UK children, regulator says

November 6, 2026

The friend-discovery feature helps users find and add new contacts Snapchat app is seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/ File Photo International News…

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EU charges TikTok over harmful algorithmic ‘rabbit hole’ effects

November 6, 2026

TikTok’s Chinese owner ByteDance risks a fine next year of up to 6% of its global annual turnover unless it can resolve the issue, the regulators said FILE PHOTO: EU…

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Richardson denied bail pending careless death sentence

November 6, 2026

A former senator convicted of killing a football star while behind the wheel has been denied bail.
Puisne Judge Alan Richards delivered the ruling against Curtis Richardson today after telling the Sup…