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TNN NEWS — Bermuda lost an iconic figure in healthcare today with the passing of Russ Ford, who died this afternoon following an illness.
Fairmont Opens Applications For 500+ Jobs
Fairmont Southampton has launched what they said was the “largest recruitment campaign in its history, opening applications for more than 500 roles across nine departments” as the resort prepares for its full reopening. A spokesperson said, “Fairmont Southampton today launched the largest recruitment campaign in its history, opening applications for more than 500 roles across nine …
Photos: Team Hayward Gives Back To Teachers
Team Hayward distributed appreciation bags to teachers and support staff across Bermuda’s public schools as part of an island-wide giveback initiative. A spokesperson said, “More than 950 teachers and support staff across Bermuda’s public schools received appreciation bags today as part of an island-wide giveback initiative led by Team Hayward. “The initiative was a simple …
Government, HOME Partner On Astor House
The Ministry of National Security, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Ministry of Economy and Labour, and the Ministry of Health have joined with the registered charity HOME to support Bermuda’s housing programme at Astor House, Bermuda’s dedicated transitional living programme for adult men requiring reintegration assistance following …
Powerboat Races Set For Ferry Reach
The Bermuda Powerboat Association will hold boat races at Ferry Reach, St George’s, on Sunday [September 13]. A junior race will start at 10am, followed by the main races at 1pm and 2.30pm. There will also be races on September 20 and 27. Related Stories Bermuda Teams Impress In Qualifying BPBA Pays Tribute To Rickai …
Golf: Jones, Smith & Augustus Earn Exemptions
Nick Jones and Camiko Smith have secured exemptions into the 2026 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, while Daniel Augustus has earned an exemption into the 2027 field. Following the conclusion of the local qualifier today, a Bermuda Golf Association spokesperson said, “Congratulations to Nick Jones and Camiko Smith for securing an exemption into the Butterfield Bermuda Championship …
Bermuda To Host Carifta Triathlon
Bermuda will host the Carifta Triathlon and Aquathlon at Clearwater Beach on October 24 and 25. “Bermuda will host an incredible weekend of youth competition, sportsmanship, and Caribbean spirit,” said the Bermuda Triathlon Association. “We’re proud to bring young athletes from across the region together to race and represent and welcome athletes, families, coaches, and …
Bermudian footballers rub shoulders with England coach
Three Bermudian footballers got a once-in-a-lifetime meeting with England coach Thomas Tuchel on Tuesday.
Chazz Manning, Jason Dixon-DeSilva and Shammai Smith, who are enrolled with Future Pro Academy…
Chazz Manning, Jason Dixon-DeSilva and Shammai Smith, who are enrolled with Future Pro Academy…
Bermuda Motorcycle Raceday Set For Sept 20
The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association will stage the St. John’s Ambulance Trophy Raceday on September 20, promising high-speed action at the track. A spokesperson said, “Sunday was a complete wash out but on September 20th, the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association will stage the ‘St. Johns Ambulance Trophy Raceday’. Gates open at 1pm and the green …
Butterfield falls 2.5% in New York
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index remained at 3,758.22 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Meanwhile, Butterfield fell $1.54, or 2.52 per cent, on the New York Stock Exchange to cl…
Meanwhile, Butterfield fell $1.54, or 2.52 per cent, on the New York Stock Exchange to cl…
Signet raises outlook after stronger quarter
Signet Jewellers, the Bermudian-domiciled owner of Kay, Zales and Jared, has raised its full-year earnings outlook after reporting stronger same-store sales and wider operating margins in the second q…
Apple joins foldable phone race with $1,999 passport-shaped iPhone Duo
The Duo could shake up a category long dominated by Samsung and Chinese companies like Huawei, whose devices have struggled to move beyond a niche audience
PLP moves to ratify membership changes
Will the PLP’s Central Committee be able to circumvent a legal barrier that could shift the vote count in their party leadership election? …or could the road
Kilian Elkinson joins Appleby
A Bermudian specialist in complex commercial litigation and international arbitration has returned home as a senior associate in Appleby’s dispute resolution department.
Kilian Elkinson has particular…
Kilian Elkinson has particular…
Former prisoners receive boost for temporary housing scheme
A centre providing temporary housing for men released from prison has been boosted by senior politicians.
The registered charity Home was joined by a number of government ministers to support Astor Ho…
The registered charity Home was joined by a number of government ministers to support Astor Ho…
Oil, Treasury yields turn higher as stocks falter
Stocks globally were lower amid the Middle East turmoil and looming actions from several central banks, including the Federal Reserve
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Germany calls for hundreds of billions of euros in cuts to EU budget
Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, Austria, Finland and Sweden said in August that the Commission’s proposed budget of nearly €2 trillion ($2.33 trillio
Britain must ‘stand against injustice’ over West Bank settlements, PM Burnham says
Burnham, who has been in the job since July, said Britain had long endorsed the two-state solution in the Middle East, but words needed to be backed by action
Police: 24 arrests were made over the holiday weekend
There were 24 people arrested during the Labour Day Holiday weekend as the Bermuda Police Service continued with its repeatedly announced high visibility polici
Study puts spotlight on island’s lobster population
A new study could help authorities better anticipate changes affecting the island’s lobster population and support the long-term management of the fishery sector.
The collaborative study by the Depart…
The collaborative study by the Depart…
Mosaic launches AI Lab
Mosaic Insurance has launched an in-house AI Lab and a programme that embeds engineers with business teams, saying it wants to move artificial intelligence projects beyond the pilot stage and into da…
Wills Re appoints Neil Eckert as CEO
Willis Re has appointed Neil Eckert, the cofounder and chief executive of Conduit Re, as its next CEO.
The appointment was announced the day after Conduit said Christian Dunleavy, a Bermuda market…
Cameron Morris Finishes 23rd In Stage Opener
Bermudian cyclist Cameron Morris finished 23rd in the opening stage of the 2026 Sherpa Performance Stage Race in Colchester, England. Representing Ride Revolution Coaching, Morris clocked one hour, four minutes and 54 seconds in the circuit race at Colchester Northern Gateway Sports Park. Frank Longstaff claimed the stage victory in 1:03:33, with Morris finishing one …
Jones, Smith and Augustus qualify for Butterfield Bermuda Championship
Nick Jones, Camiko Smith and Daniel Augustus have plenty to look forward to after securing the three spots up for grabs in the Butterfield Bermuda Championship Local Qualifier at Port Royal Golf Cours…
Two dozen holiday arrests come with ‘troubling’ DUIs
The Bermuda Police Service reported 24 arrests during the Labour Day holiday weekend, with traffic offences, including drink-driving, remaining “worryingly high”.
A spokesman added: “Troublingly, four…
A spokesman added: “Troublingly, four…
UK summons air traffic boss after major outage as flights resume
Flights resumed at major airports across the country after the hours-long outage on Tuesday, which resulted in the cancellation of 2,000 flights and ramped up p
Oil tops $100, stocks slide as Middle East tensions escalate
Stock markets across the globe came under pressure as the latest surge in energy prices drove concerns that higher inflation will prompt central banks to keep m
St. Mary’s To Commemorate 400th Anniversary
St. Mary’s Church will begin its 400th anniversary commemorations with a Service of Lament, Remembrance and Dedication “acknowledging those whose lives and deaths were shaped by the painful realities of slavery and racial segregation.” A spokesperson said, “St. Mary’s Church prepares to commemorate 400 years of ministry and witness in Bermuda, the parish will begin …
Amazon will raise $5.8 billion in first sterling bond sale, lead managers say
The deal, which saw strong demand, is the latest example of how hyperscalers are increasingly selling bonds across markets outside of the U.S. this year
Five Bermudians Feature In UK Football Leagues
Bermudian footballers Nathan Trott, Willie Clemons, Reggie Lambe, Keziah Martin and Kane Crichlow were recently in action for their clubs in league and cup matches in the UK. Goalkeeper Nathan Trott helped Cardiff City earn a 1-1 draw against Stoke City at Cardiff City Stadium, making saves in both halves. Willie Clemons featured in Leiston’s …
Paul Brand warns of anti-globalisation sentiment
Convex Group CEO Paul Brand has cautioned reinsurers that rising anti-globalisation sentiment could pose challenges for the industry.
Mr Brand was the keynote speaker this week at PwC’s flagship exec…
Mr Brand was the keynote speaker this week at PwC’s flagship exec…
24 People Arrested Over Holiday Weekend
The police arrested 24 people for a range of offences and also issued nearly 100 traffic tickets over the Labour Day holiday weekend. A police spokesperson said, “There were 24 people arrested during the Labour Day Holiday weekend as the Bermuda Police Service continued with its repeatedly announced high visibility policing initiative. “Troublingly, four of …
Elkinson Joins Appleby As Senior Associate
Appleby has welcomed Bermudian lawyer Kilian Elkinson as a Senior Associate in its Dispute Resolution department. A spokesperson said, “Appleby is delighted to welcome Bermudian Kilian Elkinson, as a Senior Associate in its Dispute Resolution department, whose reputation for excellence continues to attract outstanding legal talent from Bermuda and beyond. “Kilian specialises in complex commercial …
Bermuda College Adds Friendly Societies Course
Bermuda College is expanding its academic offerings with a new course exploring the history and lasting impact of Bermuda’s Friendly Societies, with Dr. Michael Bradshaw, Dr. Kim Dismont-Robinson and Cordell Riley “combining perspectives that encourage students to consider not simply what happened in Bermuda’s past, but how that past continues to influence the island today.” A …
Ministry Urges Early Diagnosis & More Awareness
The Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors is “urging Bermudians to learn the signs of dementia, seek medical advice early, and help challenge the stigma surrounding the disease as Bermuda marks World Alzheimer’s Month this September.” A Government spokesperson said, “This year’s theme, “The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia …
France to reduce corporate tax surcharge and ease employee buyouts in 2027 budget, PM says
The government, which lacks a majority in the lower house, is set to propose its budget in the coming weeks though several opposition parties have already said
PLP strife over special delegates conference plan
A hastily convened special delegates conference of the Progressive Labour Party is to be held to ratify controversial actions taken by its governing body last month, according to sources.
One person w…
One person w…
A 49-year-old Smith’s Parish woman
A 49-year-old Smith’s Parish woman who pleaded guilty to eight drug-related offences earlier this year will return to the Supreme Court in December to be sentenced.
First Day of School: West Pembroke Primary
First Day of School: West Pembroke Primary (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
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Boxing trio savour success for police in Canada
Tyler Kendall, Elijah Richardson and Krista Dyer all savoured victories representing a Bermuda Police Service boxing team in Canada.
The three formed part of a seven-strong team who pitted their skill…
The three formed part of a seven-strong team who pitted their skill…
Outerbridge Records Assist In Hobart Victory
Bermudian footballer La Zai Outerbridge recorded an assist as Hobart defeated Roger Williams University 3-0 at Bayside Field in Bristol, Rhode Island, on September 6. Outerbridge and teammate Will Slayton were credited with assists on the opening goal, with Quinn Phillips scoring with in the seventh minute to put the Statesmen ahead. Tommy Broderick doubled …
Butterfield donates $30k to Eliza Doolittle Society
Butterfield has donated $30,000 to The Eliza DoLittle Society (TEDS) to support direct food purchases and strengthen overall pantry capacity.
The funding is
Sports Clubs Graduate And Earn $5,000 Grants
Devonshire Recreation Club, Somerset Bridge Recreation Club, Pembroke Hamilton Club [PHC] and E Sports Bermuda graduated from BEDC’s Sports Club Business Planning Incubator, with each club receiving a $5,000 grant to help implement its business plan. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of its Sports …
Graduation crowns business training scheme for sports club executives
The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, joined the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) for the graduation of the second
EU proposes simpler public tender rules, ‘Buy European’ criteria to cut foreign dependence
Wednesday’s proposal is the latest in a series of Commission measures to improve the Single Market, security and supply chain resilience, and prevent industrial
Google to invest $15 billion in AI infrastructure and buy nuclear power in Finland
The Finnish deal includes a 22-year purchase agreement for up to 50% of the energy output of one of Finland’s two nuclear plants, its operator Fortum said separ
Brent crude rises above $100 a barrel as Middle East conflict intensifies
The move brought futures prices into line with physical crude and fuel markets, where prices have already been trading above the psychological threshold
Pound nears two-week highs; Bailey says ‘no secret plan’ for rate hikes
With crude now 40% above where it was prior to the start of the war at the end of February, and European natural gas prices around three times higher, central b
Digicel Marks Eighth Year As Golf Sponsor
Digicel Business will return as Official Telecommunications Sponsor of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship for the eighth consecutive year, continuing a partnership that supports both the delivery of Bermuda’s Professional Golfers’ Association [PGA] TOUR event and community initiatives across the island. Mark Corrigan, CEO of Digicel Bermuda, said: “We’re incredibly proud to return for our eighth …
Penruddocke Competing In ILCA In Ireland
Adriana Penruddocke recorded two top-10 finishes on the second day of the 2026 ILCA 6 Women’s World Championship in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland, to stand 25th overall out of a field of 108 sailors. Penruddocke — who represented Bermuda in the last Olympic Games — opened the championship with finishes of 12th, 22nd and 20th before …