Cryptocurrency chief facing extradition from UK to US on fraud charges
Manpreet Kohli, a 45-year-old Indian national, was the leader of Saitama, a company that promoted a token on the ethereum blockchain, which at one point had a m
BHS students post impressive exam results
The Class of 2026 at the Bermuda High School for Girls has been praised by teachers following “impressive” exam results.
The pass rate for the International Baccalaureate Diploma was 90 per cent for t…
The pass rate for the International Baccalaureate Diploma was 90 per cent for t…
Apple to launch next iPhone on September 9 in first major event under new CEO Ternus
The first foldable iPhone is expected to be a crucial landmark for Apple, with analysts saying that the high-end devices would be the main driver of higher sell
Athletes rewarded for medals at major Games
Sports minister Owen Darrell handed out cheques to six athletes who won medals at the Commonwealth Games as well as the Central American and Caribbean Games.
Darrell gave out the monetary rewards at t…
Darrell gave out the monetary rewards at t…
Police renew call for witnesses to 2025 double murder
Police have renewed calls for witnesses to come forward after a fatal shooting that claimed two lives, shocking the island in August last year.
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said that the serious…
A Bermuda Police Service spokesman said that the serious…
Police make fresh appeal in double murder case
12th August 2026, marked the one-year anniversary of the double murder on Court Street, City of Hamilton, where two young men were fatally shot, around 4:4
Bermuda Motors Introduces Kia PV5 Cargo
Bermuda Motors has introduced the all-electric Kia PV5 Cargo to the island, offering “a new practical and modern commercial vehicle option.” A spokesperson said, “Bermuda Motors is introducing the new all-electric Kia PV5 Cargo to Bermuda, bringing local businesses a new practical and modern commercial vehicle option. “Designed from the outset as an electric vehicle, …
King Charles and Queen Camilla to carry out tour of Caribbean nations
The main reason for the trip will be for the royals to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) which is being held in Antigua and Barbuda fr
Hundreds missing after devastating flood hits Nepal-Tibet border, 95 bodies recovered
In a still-unfolding disaster, verified videos showed dozens of people swept away at the border, with authorities on both sides fearing far higher casualties an
WHO says Ebola outbreak in Uganda is over, as cases rise in Congo
The all-clear for Uganda follows a declaration on July 28 from the Ugandan government that it was free of the disease, which caused 20 cases and two deaths in t
Meta reaches $18 billion of settlements over children’s social media addiction
The settlements announced on Wednesday end a federal trial that had been one of the highest-profile tests of allegations that social media companies harm childr
Next generation of scientists trains in Bermuda Programme
Ten students worked alongside scientists and mentors this summer on research programmes across the ASU Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences.
It came as the institute’s Bermuda Programme marked 50 years…
It came as the institute’s Bermuda Programme marked 50 years…
Allshores hosts 18 summer students in Bermuda
Allshores is celebrating another successful year of its summer internship programme, with 30 students across its jurisdictions gaining hands-on experience, deve
Boy hits 70km/h on e-bike
Statement from Superintendent Arthur Glasford
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is urging parents and guardians to be aware of the serious risks associated wi
Human error partially to blame for Newport Bermuda results chaos
Human error contributed to the controversial conclusion to the Newport Bermuda Race this year, when competitors were forced to wait a number of days for results to be confirmed.
The Bermuda Race Organ…
The Bermuda Race Organ…
Students complete research internships at BIOS
ASU BIOS is proud to celebrate 50 years of the Bermuda Program, marking the milestone with a cohort of 10 Bermudian interns. Since its founding in 1976, the Ber
Hayward and unions discuss future of island
Trade union representatives discussed the island’s future and the importance of strong leadership when they met the Minister of Economy over the weekend.
Union leaders also talked with Jason Hayward a…
Union leaders also talked with Jason Hayward a…
14-year-old stopped at 70km/h on e-bike
Police urged parents and guardians to be “aware of the serious risks associated with young people using e-bikes” after stopping a teenager caught riding at twice the national speed limit.
Officers clo…
Officers clo…
Temporary traffic changes set for Swing Bridge project
Temporary traffic changes are to be introduced around Swing Bridge and Kindley Field Road to support construction of the new crossing linking St David’s to St George’s.
Being introduced from the end o…
Being introduced from the end o…
14-Year-Old Riding An E-Bike At 70 Km/H
The police are advising of the “serious risks associated with young people using e-bikes on Bermuda’s roads” after “officers stopped a 14-year-old boy riding an e-bike at 70 km/h, twice Bermuda’s maximum general speed limit of 35 km/h.” Superintendent Arthur Glasford said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is urging parents and guardians to be aware …
UK retail sales weaken in August, CBI says
The CBI’s headline sales volume balance — based on retailers’ assessment of sales volumes compared with a year earlier — fell to a two-month low -48 in Augu
Watch: Dash Simmons beaten in first round of Australia title fight
Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons was beaten in the first round of his IBF Pan Pacific light-heavyweight title fight in Australia.
Simmons was knocked down by a hard right from opponent Kirra Rus…
Simmons was knocked down by a hard right from opponent Kirra Rus…
Gulf ship traffic via Strait of Hormuz hovers below 10-day average, data shows
The figures could change as some ships typically switch off their location transponders during the voyage
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Video: Jace Donawa Scores Against Memphis
Bermudian footballer Jace Donawa scored his first official collegiate goal for the University of North Carolina [UNC] in a 3-2 defeat away to the University of Memphis on Monday [August 24]. The freshman forward entered the match as a substitute and found the net in the 43rd minute after receiving a long delivery from Nick …
Trump administration issues pause on immigrant visa appointments for applicants worldwide
A U.S. State Department spokesperson said on Tuesday that it launched a global training initiative at all U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide and that appoi
British energy price cap to rise 4% as Iran war pushes up costs
The rise will be a blow to the new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who has pledged to ease cost-of-living pressures, and more than wipes out measures he announced
However, constitutional lawyer Phil Perinchief
However, constitutional lawyer Phil Perinchief says the decision, as described, is unconstitutional and has no legal effect under the PLP’s own constitution.
Somerset To Hold Cup Match Prize Event
Somerset Cricket Club will hold their annual Cup Match prize presentation on September 12. The event, which will feature former Somerset captain Jekon Edness as guest speaker, starts at 8pm. Somerset retained the Cup Match trophy after defeating St George’s by an innings and 87 runs at Somerset Cricket Club. For extensive coverage of Cup …
Dolly Parton, queen of country music, dies at 80
No cause of death was disclosed, but Parton’s publicist said she died peacefully in Nashville
International News via Reuters:
Dolly Parton was aroun
Australia transport safety regulator probes two more incidents at Sydney airport
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) classified both events as safety incidents rather than serious incidents, saying there was no immediate risk of co
FTSE 100 flat ahead of US inflation data and Nvidia results
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index was little changed at 10,875.87 points by 1027 GMT, while the midcap FTSE 250 rose 0.3%
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Sterling dips, currency markets look to the U.S. for cues
Sterling shed 0.2% on the dollar to $1.3625, retreating from a six-month high of $1.3675 hit last week
International News via Reuters:
The pound dip
Questions are being raised over
Questions are being raised over a resolution tabled at Monday night’s Central Committee meeting of the Progressive Labour Party that would prevent newly joined party members from becoming delegates for at least one year.
Nathan Trott And Cardiff Exit Carabao Cup
Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott and his Cardiff City teammates exited the Carabao Cup after a 2-1 defeat against Norwich City at Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday. Trott played the full match as goals from Mathias Kvistgaarden and Ante Crnac gave Norwich a 2-0 advantage. Yousef Salech pulled a goal back for Cardiff during stoppage time, …
Fresh & Hungry To Hold Outside Sparring
Fresh & Hungry Boxing Club will stage their “We Outside Open Sparring 4” event at TN Tatem Tennis Court in Warwick on September 26. The event will get underway at 5pm, with admission priced at $20 for adults and $10 for children. Registration costs $15. The event is organised by Fresh & Hungry Boxing Club, …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 25 2026
August 25 saw 1,341 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $36,509.30 BD. 1,341 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 3.7% at $28.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,867.07, up 0.25% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 45 remained unchanged. The full report for the day …
Enzi Johnston Set For Kickboxing Bout
Enzi Johnston will face Haelyn Marquez in a kickboxing contest at the inaugural Devil’s Isle Fight Championship at North Field, National Sports Centre, on Saturday [August 29]. Johnston, of Aries Sports Centre, will meet Marquez, of P4P MMA in Toronto, at 115 pounds. DIFC 001 now has ten confirmed bouts across mixed martial arts, kickboxing, …
Aiden Jones Signs Morecambe Scholarship
Bermudian footballer Aiden Jones has signed scholarship terms with Morecambe’s academy. “Proud to sign my scholarship with Morecambe FC,” Jones said. “New beginnings.” The teenager was a nominee for the Bermuda Football Association’s Under-13 Goalkeeper of the Year award during his time with Somerset Trojans in 2022. Morecambe play in the National League North. Related …
Number of outstanding warrants nears 18,000
There are almost 18,000 outstanding warrants and unpaid fines of more than $10 million, police have revealed.
They urged the public to take advantage of a process that allows those with outstanding wa…
They urged the public to take advantage of a process that allows those with outstanding wa…
Shea-Lah Thomas wins podiatry scholarship
Atlantic Podiatry has awarded its first scholarship to science graduate Shea-Lah Thomas, helping to pave the way for her podiatry career in Bermuda.
Ms Thomas will begin a master’s degree in podiatry …
Ms Thomas will begin a master’s degree in podiatry …
Duncan Card: Focus on unfair trade practices, not monopolies
Having practised commercial law in Canada for more than 30 years, competition law was part of my transactional practice.
Not so much when I practised law in Bermuda.
On August 14, the Government of B…
Not so much when I practised law in Bermuda.
On August 14, the Government of B…
Dehydration can affect much more
Dehydration can affect much more than your thirst. It also can place extra stress on your heart and cardiovascular system, explains Brodie Marthaler, M.D., a cardiologist at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.
Bermuda Volleyball Officials Complete Training
Bermuda Volleyball Association members are continuing to develop their skills, with Sean Tucker completing national referee training and coaches Mike Smith, Robert Saravia and Stacey Maderios-Cooke earning FIVB Level 1 coaching certification. A spokesperson said, “While our Men’s and Women’s National Teams were battling it out at the 2026 ECVA Championships, some of our BVA …
Disney Cruises To Bermuda In 2027 & 2028
Disney Cruise Line has announced plans for cruises to Bermuda in 2027 and 2028 programme, including voyages aboard the Disney Wish and the Disney Fantasy ships. The announcement said the Disney Wish will arrive in New York in late September 2027, marking the cruise line’s return to the city for the first time since 2023. …
Xitus Expands INTX Re/Insurance System
INTX Insurance Software announced the “continued expansion of the INTX [Re]Insurance Operating System within Xitus Re Ltd., the Bermuda-based P&C runoff reinsurer, as Xitus expands across increasingly complex portfolios, transaction structures and jurisdictions.” A spokesperson said, “At the center of Xitus’ assumed reinsurance operations is INTX Re, INTX’s purpose-built assumed reinsurance platform. INTX Re supports …
Young referee Sar Smith gets international break
Sar Smith tasted his first international assignment as a referee when he officiated at the Caribbean Football Union Under-14 Challenge Series last week.
Smith was one of the officials for Tier 2 match…
Smith was one of the officials for Tier 2 match…
Bank price dips 0.32%
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index rose 9.8 points (0.25 per cent) to close at 3,867.07.
Only Allshores was active on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, with 1,341 shares ($36,509.30) changing hands to close at $28…
Only Allshores was active on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, with 1,341 shares ($36,509.30) changing hands to close at $28…
Temporary Traffic Changes In Swing Bridge Area
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that “temporary traffic changes will be introduced around Swing Bridge and Kindley Field Road from the end of August to support construction of the new Swing Bridge.” A Government spokesperson said, “The changes will affect how vehicles enter and exit the St. David’s area, with traffic redirected …
Video: Layla Williams Meets Singer Jelly Roll
Layla Williams made an appearance on the Jimmy Kimmel Live! television show after being stopped for a street interview that ended with Grammy Award-winning artist Jelly Roll surprising her in person. Williams was taking part in a segment in which pedestrians were asked to give their opinions on a series of celebrities. After being asked …
Rusty G Returns To Notting Hill Carnival
DJ Rusty G is set to return to the Notting Hill Carnival in London for another year, with the Bermudian DJ set to entertain crowds at the event, which is the largest Carnival in Europe and attracts over a million attendees. He will perform at events throughout Carnival week from Thursday [August 27] through Monday, when the …