Countries scramble to track passengers of virus-hit cruise ship
Three people – a Dutch couple and a German national – died in the outbreak on the MV Hondius
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UK builders hit by biggest surge in cost inflation in nearly four years
The S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index’s measure of input cost inflation leapt to 81.4, its highest since June 2022
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Dollar on defensive as markets hope for best on Middle East
The euro was up 0.1% on the day at $1.1763 after gaining 0.47% on Wednesday, while sterling was 0.16% higher at $1.3615 after rallying 0.4% the previous day
Green data centre seen as opportunity for Bermuda
A newly released road map to improve local entrepreneurship includes the possibility of a boutique, hurricane-resistant, sustainable data centre on the island.
Sustainable, or green data centres, are …
Sustainable, or green data centres, are …
Coinbase slashes jobs, citing market and AI
Coinbase has announced it will let go 700 staff — 14 per cent of its global workforce — as it rebuilds to became “lean, fast and AI-native”.
Brian Armstrong, the crypto exchange’s chief executive, cit…
Brian Armstrong, the crypto exchange’s chief executive, cit…
BDA tells island’s story at Riskworld
The Bermuda Business Development Agency continued the island’s longstanding relationship with the world’s leading association of risk managers this week, during Riskworld in Philadelphia.
Top executiv…
Top executiv…
Gold Reserve plans spin-out of US mining company
Bermudian-based Gold Reserve Ltd has announced plans to spin out its mining interests into a new American-domiciled company focused on critical mineral development in the western hemisphere.
The comp…
The comp…
Ball Hockey: CG Defeat BDA Spirits Twice
The Bermuda Ball Hockey Association play-offs continued at the PCC Hockey Rink with CG recording two wins over BDA Spirits in a double-header. BDA Spirits 3 CG 4 CG defeated BDA Spirits 4-3 in the opening game of the night. Andrew Leavy, Jeremy Estey and Dallas Montgomery scored in the first period for CG, while …
Bermuda Joins Caribbean Golf Association
The Caribbean Golf Association has announced the official admission of the Bermuda Golf Association and the St. Lucia Golf Association as full members of the regional body. A spokesperson said, “The Caribbean Golf Association [CGA] is pleased to announce the official admission of the Bermuda Golf Association and the St. Lucia Golf Association as full …
Gruelling work in road crashes outlined at safety launch event
A physician detailed the arduous work saving the lives of road traffic victims within a strained healthcare system, at the launch of a five-year plan to improve road safety.
The Bermuda Road Safety Co…
The Bermuda Road Safety Co…
Reinsurance model holding up, catastrophe stress test finds
Global reinsurers, including several major Bermuda market players, appear capable of withstanding increasingly severe climate-related catastrophe losses without widespread ratings pressure, according …
SailGP Teams Named For Bermuda Event
The Bermuda SailGP on May 9-10 will feature teams including Artemis SailGP Team, BONDS Flying Roos, DS Automobiles SailGP Team France, Emirates GBR, Germany by Deutsche Bank, Los Gallos, Mubadala Brazil, NorthStar, Red Bull Italy, ROCKWOOL Racing, Switzerland and United States competing on the Great Sound. A spokesperson said, “The countdown is on to the …
AM Best Assigns Credit Ratings To Calix Re
AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] to Calix Re Limited [Calix Re] [Bermuda]. The outlook assigned to these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. The ratings agency said, “The ratings reflect Calix Re’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very …
Maritime Marriage: STEPHEN SMILES & ALISON TEALE
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
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Maritime Marriage: GILLIAN BAYNES & KRISTOPHER MCBRYDE
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- GILLIAN BAYNES ofScotlandUnited Kingdom (Single)andKRISTOPHER WILLIAM MCBRYDE ofScotlandUnited Kingdom (Divorced)
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Maritime Marriage: ABBIE MADDISON & MARK TOCK
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- ABBIE LARRAINE MADDISON ofDerbyUnited Kingdom (Single)andMARK ANDREW TOCK ofDerbyUnited Kingdom (Single)
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Maritime Marriage: ROBERT SCHOLES & SANDRA YATES
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- ROBERT SCHOLES ofCarnforthUnited Kingdom (Divorced)andSANDRA CATHERINE YATES ofCarnforthUnited Kingdom (Widow)
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Maritime Marriage: DARREN COUSINS & MARKETA OTTOVA
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
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Maritime Marriage: KAREN GROOM & ANDREW WRIGHT
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- KAREN LOUISE GROOM ofDorseyUnited Kingdom (Single)andANDREW JOHN WRIGHT ofDorsetUnited Kingdom (Divorced)
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Maritime Marriage: ALAN HILL & LESLEY JONES
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- ALAN CHARLES HILL ofPaigntonUnited Kingdom (Widower)andLESLEY JUDITH ANNE JONES ofPaigntonUnited Kingdom (Widow)
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Maritime Marriage: MICAELA MORGAN & IAIN CAIRNS
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
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Maritime Marriage: LUKE CAVE & KATIE SANDLES
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:-
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Maritime Marriage: REBECCA COWIE & STEVEN FARQUHAR
THE MARITIME MARRIAGE ACT, 1999 Notice of Intended MarriageThe persons named and described hereunder have given notice to me of their intended marriage, namely:- REBECCA JADE COWIE ofScotlandUnited Kingdom (Divorced)andSTEVEN KENNETH FARQUHAR ofScotlandUnited Kingdom (Single)
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This year, Road Safety Week’s
This year, Road Safety Week’s theme centres on “Operation Action – Changing Minds, Changing Behaviours” – the Bermuda Road Safety Council’s or BRSC’s new five-year Road Safety Plan, a strategic plan to aid in changing minds and behaviours on Bermuda’s roads.
Video: Bermuda Launches Road Safety Week
Road Safety Week officially opened today [May 6], led by the Bermuda Road Safety Council under the theme “Operation Action – Changing Minds, Changing Behaviours.” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said, “This year, Road Safety Week’s theme centres on “Operation Action – Changing Minds, Changing Behaviours” – the Bermuda Road …
Minister Hayward Opens B.U.I.L.D Summit 2026
Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward opened the B.U.I.L.D Summit 2026, highlighting the importance of investment, innovation, and collaboration in shaping Bermuda’s future. A Government spokesperson said, “Today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, underscored the importance of investment, innovation, and collaboration in shaping Bermuda’s future as he …
RenRe On Board Changes, Dividend & More
RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. announced board leadership changes, including appointing Henry Klehm III as Non-Executive Chair, electing Stephen C. Hooley as an independent director, and declaring a $0.41 quarterly dividend alongside a renewed $750 million share repurchase program. A spokesperson said, “RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. today announced the following: Existing director, Henry Klehm III has been appointed Non-Executive …
Deloitte Announces Leadership Changes
Deloitte announced leadership changes across Bermuda and the Caribbean, with John Johnston set to retire, Anna Burns to take over as regional CEO on June 1, 2026, and Stephen Kuzyk already leading the Bermuda office. A spokesperson said, “Today Deloitte announced leadership changes within its operations covering Bermuda and the Caribbean Region. Long-time regional Chief …
Today, the Minister of Economy
Today, the Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, underscored the importance of investment, innovation, and collaboration in shaping Bermuda’s future as he officially opened the B.U.I.L.D Summit 2026.
Hamilton appoints former Axis executive to board
Hamilton Insurance Group has added a veteran insurance executive to its board of directors.
The Bermudian-headquartered re/insurer announced that Peter Wilson was elected to the board at the company’s…
The Bermudian-headquartered re/insurer announced that Peter Wilson was elected to the board at the company’s…
Labour department releases key workplace guidelines
The Department of Labour has outlined Bermuda’s minimum wage, paid leave, protections for young workers and other critical employment-related policies.
The publication, Know your rights at work, follo…
The publication, Know your rights at work, follo…
Klehm succeeds Gibbons as RenRe chairman
Henry Klehm III has been appointed non-executive chairman of RenaissanceRe’s board of directors, the Bermudian-based reinsurer announced.
He will succeed James Gibbons in the role. Mr Gibbons will con…
He will succeed James Gibbons in the role. Mr Gibbons will con…
Two additional Caricom town halls this month
Additional town hall meetings have been announced as part of a national discussion on joining the Caribbean community.
One for the West End in on May 14 at St James Church Hall in Sandys, while the Ea…
One for the West End in on May 14 at St James Church Hall in Sandys, while the Ea…
Jahni Simmons Scores In Cup Final
Bermuda women’s national team footballer Jahni Simmons impressed for Future Pro in their 4-2 penalty shootout win in the ECFA Under-21 National Cup final at the Crown Ground – the home of Sky Bet League Two side Accrington Stanley. The competition began with 112 English teams. Trailing 1-0, Future Pro equalised through Simmons before the …
PayPal, Mastercard, Visa face UK competition probe over digital wallet deals
The FCA, which infrequently uses its powers to enforce competition law among financial services firms, said on Wednesday that it had reached no conclusions abou
More Town Halls on CARICOM
The communities in the east and west ends will have the chance to hear more, and have their say, on full CARICOM Membership
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Trump signs new counter-terrorism strategy that focuses on hemispheric threats
Gorka, the White House counter-terrorism director, told reporters that Trump signed the document on Tuesday “driven by the principle that America is our homelan
Top Vatican cardinal calls Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo ‘strange’
Asked how he evaluated the attacks by Trump of Leo, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin responded: “For me it seems a bit strange, to say the lea
Butterfield up 0.6% in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index remained unchanged on 3,548.71 as no shares traded on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today.
Butterfield Bank’s US-listed shares gained 35 cents, or 0.63 per cent, to close at $…
Butterfield Bank’s US-listed shares gained 35 cents, or 0.63 per cent, to close at $…
New project to honour and inspire our youth
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors has launched a new annual initiative titled Youth Trailblazers Out Front 2026, aimed a
Bermuda becomes full member of Caribbean Golf Association
Bermuda has become a full member of the Caribbean Golf Association.
The milestone decision was made during the CGA’s Annual General Meeting, which was held last week at Casa de Campo in the Dominican …
The milestone decision was made during the CGA’s Annual General Meeting, which was held last week at Casa de Campo in the Dominican …
Permanent Resident’s Certificate – PRC 31B
Notice is hereby given that application has been made to the Minister of Economy and Labour, by the following person(s) for the grant of a Permanent Resident’s Certificate, under the provisions of section 31B of the Bermuda Immigration and Protection Act, 1956, (viz: were ordinarily resident in Bermuda for the period of ten (10) years preceding his application; are of good conduct and character; are at least eighteen(18) years of age; are either: a) the son or daughter of a person who was granted a permanent resident’s certificate and is above the upper limit of compulsory school age
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Foul play ruled out in BAA death
Foul play is not suspected in the death of a man disocvered at the Bermuda Athletic Association last week.
A police spokesman said an autopsy was conducted after the man, who has not been identified, …
A police spokesman said an autopsy was conducted after the man, who has not been identified, …
Health ministry seizes $30,000 in illegal vapes from shops
The Department of Health seized more than $30,000 worth of vape devices from two retail locations, it was revealed today.
Environmental health officers collected 756 devices after conducting enforceme…
Environmental health officers collected 756 devices after conducting enforceme…
Community groups benefit from confiscated assets
The Premier presented grants to three community organisations that support youth development and social services.
Pembroke Hamilton Club’s Drum and Majorette Corps, the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and …
Pembroke Hamilton Club’s Drum and Majorette Corps, the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and …
Kaden Hopkins tenth on opening stage of Tour of Greece
Kaden Hopkins finished tenth in the opening stage of the Tour of Greece on Wednesday.
Hopkins was one of the more aggressive riders on the 171.6km stage, which took place between the towns of Ioannin…
Hopkins was one of the more aggressive riders on the 171.6km stage, which took place between the towns of Ioannin…
Kin launches its largest cat bond in Bermuda
Kin Insurance, the direct-to-consumer digital home insurance provider, said it has successfully completed its largest-ever catastrophe bond: a transaction through Hestia Re Ltd (Series 2026-1) totalli…
Environmental Health Officers from the
Environmental Health Officers from the Department of Health conducted targeted enforcement inspections at two retail locations on Thursday, 30 April, resulting in the seizure of a significant quantity of harmful vapes. A total of 756 vapes, valued at more than $30,000, were confiscated from shops in Devonshire and Smith’s.
Stocks jump and oil slides after Iran peace deal report
Brent crude, the global benchmark, plunged to just below $100 per barrel, its lowest in two weeks, given the importance of oil passing through the Strait of Hor