Apple launches new legal challenge to UK attempt to access encrypted user data, FT reports
The report said Apple last month lodged a legal complaint at the Investigatory Powers Tribunal — Britain’s independent judicial body — over the Interior Min
About 60,000 ordered to evacuate from fires in Spokane, Washington
The Spokane Area Fire, which contains three separate blazes, was threatening the areas under evacuation orders
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Rugby: Bermuda U19s To Compete In Mexico
Bermuda’s Men’s Under-19 national team will travel to Querétaro, Mexico, this week to compete in the 2026 Rugby Americas North Men’s Under-19 XVs Championship, being held at FC Total from August 5 to 8. A spokesperson said, “This will be Bermuda’s third consecutive appearance in Querétaro. The island finished runner-up to USA South in 2024, …
Robin Hood Withdraws From Premier Division
The Bermuda Football Association announced that Robin Hood has withdrawn from the Premier Division, with Young Men’s Social Club remaining in the top flight. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association officially advises that on July 15, Robin Hood Football Club informed us that it would be unable to fulfill its obligations as a Premier …
Oil falls, stocks gain amid Iran peace hopes; yen firms after intervention
Oil prices fell sharply after U.S. President Donald Trump held off on a fresh attack on Iran in the hope of sealing a quick deal that could boost oil supplies
Bermuda Airport Authority awards inaugural aviation bursaries to three Bermudians
The Bermuda Airport Authority has awarded its inaugural Aviation Bursaries to three Bermudians pursuing studies and training in the aviation industry.
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Holiday policing: No major incidents, but drink-driving persists
Acting Police Commissioner highlights a ‘positive’ Cup Match for police, but cites DUIs and knife-carrying as areas of concern
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Reece, Naylor, Donawa Earn Aviation Bursaries
The Bermuda Airport Authority presented Aviation Bursary Awards to Elias Reece, Ishmeal Naylor and Remy Donawa in recognition of their pursuit of careers in the aviation industry. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Airport Authority is proud to announce the recipients of its inaugural Aviation Bursary Awards, recognising three Bermudians whose studies and training can contribute …
Bermuda golfers compete in Caribbean Championship
Bermuda will field a strong team at the prestigious Caribbean Amateur Golf Championship this week.
The region’s elite amateur event, hosted by the Caribbean Golf Association in conjunction with the B…
The region’s elite amateur event, hosted by the Caribbean Golf Association in conjunction with the B…
Man denies assaulting, threatening police
A man has been accused of assaulting and threatening a police sergeant during Cup Match.
Tafari Hypolite, 27, denied the offences, as well as a charge that he violently resisted arrest, when he appea…
Tafari Hypolite, 27, denied the offences, as well as a charge that he violently resisted arrest, when he appea…
Men deny having knives at Cup Match
Two men were charged with having knives at Somerset Cricket Club during Cup Match.
Kenyade McQueen, from Pembroke, denied having a folding pocket knife with a blade longer than three inches, while St…
Kenyade McQueen, from Pembroke, denied having a folding pocket knife with a blade longer than three inches, while St…
UK July EV sales beat mandate path, New Automotive data shows
A total of 43,547 new battery EVs were registered in July, up from 29,226 a year earlier, giving them a 27.4% share of new car registrations
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UK regulator says it is monitoring developments after rogue AI agent hacks
The industry is facing scrutiny in the United States, where the Trump administration has finalised the details of voluntary cybersecurity tests, and the Europea
EU can give Morocco more border support, von der Leyen tells Spain after Ceuta spat
The surge, which began on Thursday at one of the EU’s only two land borders with Africa – the other being Morocco’s frontier with the Spanish enclave of Melilla
Britain says it is open to AI regulation if voluntary safeguards fall short
Britain has favoured a light-touch approach to AI regulation, aligning more closely with the United States than the European Union, whose AI Act came into force
Ajani Burchall heads to college with NC State
Ajani Burchall is set to play college football for North Carolina State.
Burchall was announced as the newest member of the Wolfpack on social media with his signing the latest in a string of high-pro…
Burchall was announced as the newest member of the Wolfpack on social media with his signing the latest in a string of high-pro…
Young Men’s Social Club back in top flight after Hood withdrawal
Young Men’s Social Club have been reinstated to the Premier Division.
The Angle Street club were relegated along with Pembroke rivals Boulevard last season but have accepted an invitation from Bermuda…
The Angle Street club were relegated along with Pembroke rivals Boulevard last season but have accepted an invitation from Bermuda…
Resilient Narraway rebounds from heavy crash to take 15th on Stage 3
Bermudian cyclist Nicholas Narraway produced a resilient ride on Stage 3 of the 75th Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe, placing 15th just a day after
Hawley’s surging run secures 18th place on historic Copacabana return
Bermuda’s Erica Hawley delivered a late surge to finish 18th in a high-caliber 51-woman field at the 2026 World Triathlon Cup in Rio de Janeiro.
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Talcott strikes $6.3b reinsurance deal with Lincoln Financial
Talcott Financial Group, an international life insurance group which has a reinsurer in Bermuda, has announced a $6.3 billion reinsurance transaction with American annuities provider and life insurer …
Round The Island Race Set For August 9th
The Bermuda Powerboat Association will present the 2026 Round the Island Race on Sunday [Aug 9]. The day’s racing is scheduled to begin with the junior race at 10am, followed by the main race at 2pm. Powerboat crews will take to Bermuda’s waters for the event, with a range of boats expected to compete in …
CONCACAF Caribbean Cup referee Majors makes history
Jamaica’s Mount Pleasant Football Academy secured their first-ever regional crown after holding Dominican Republic outfit Universidad O&M to a dramatic 2-
CG Concludes 2026 Internship Programme
CG Insurance has concluded its 2026 Summer Internship Programme, providing students from six jurisdictions, including Bermuda, with professional experience. A spokesperson said, “Coralisle Group [CG] has successfully concluded its 2026 Summer Internship Programme, welcoming students from across six jurisdictions including Bermuda, Cayman, The Bahamas, Barbados, Trinidad, and Jamaica. This year’s CG Insurance cohort included Zynesia …
Bermudian photographer gets funding for cultural project
A Bermudian photographer and visual storyteller has been offered a grant for an artistic project.
Nicola Muirhead’s Descendants of Summer was approved for funding by the Caribbean Culture Fund as one …
Nicola Muirhead’s Descendants of Summer was approved for funding by the Caribbean Culture Fund as one …
Nicholas Narraway Climbs To 24th
Nicholas Narraway finished fifteenth in Stage Three of the Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe to move to 24th in the general classification. Narraway completed the 149.4-kilometre stage from Le Gosier to Capesterre-Belle-Eau in 3hr 28min 57sec, one day after crashing during Stage Two. Fellow Bermudian Kaden Hopkins finished 73rd in 3:33:59 after riding the …
Adam Hall Helps Goldeyes Win Again
Bermudian Adam Hall went 1-for-4 as the Winnipeg Goldeyes defeated the Lincoln Saltdogs 9-3 in the American Association to extend their winning streak to seven games. Winnipeg led 4-3 before scoring two runs in the seventh inning and three in the eighth. Noah Marcelo drove in two runs with a single in the seventh before …
Nathan Trott Saves Penalty Against Roma
Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott saved a penalty in Cardiff City’s 4-1 home win over Serie A side AS Roma in a pre-season friendly at the weekend. He made a superb save to deny World Cup winner Paul Dybala, of Argentina, from the spot in the first half. Trott was substituted at the interval. Cardiff, who …
Trailblazer Jashe Trott named in historic Americas NextGen Squad
Bermudian trailblazer Jashe Trott has been selected for the inaugural Americas NextGen squad ahead of the upcoming ICC Women’s Under-19 World Cup Americas Qua
Cup Match altercation between players under investigation
An altercation between rival players on the first day of Cup Match is now being investigated by Somerset Cricket Club.
Somerset Cricket Club president Richard Scott confirmed that a probe into the mat…
Somerset Cricket Club president Richard Scott confirmed that a probe into the mat…
Young winger Blayz Borgesson signs for Burnley
Teenage footballer Blayz Borgesson has signed for Burnley.
The 17-year-old winger has signed a deal with the Championship club until the end of season and will join Tony Philliskirk’s under-18 squad …
The 17-year-old winger has signed a deal with the Championship club until the end of season and will join Tony Philliskirk’s under-18 squad …
CG intern programme draws students from six countries
Coralisle Group welcomed students from six jurisdiction for its internship programme.
This year’s cohort included Zynesia Nisbett, NKeeme Williams, Ava Gabai-Maiato, Matthew Ingelman, Jya Ratteray-Smi…
This year’s cohort included Zynesia Nisbett, NKeeme Williams, Ava Gabai-Maiato, Matthew Ingelman, Jya Ratteray-Smi…
Reggie Lambe Scores For Ipswich Wanderers
Reggie Lambe scored as Ipswich Wanderers defeated Ely City 3-2 away in a pre-season friendly at the weekend. Lambe collected a short corner before sending a cross-shot beyond the Ely goalkeeper and inside the far post to make it 2-2. Wanderers went on to secure victory and continue their preparations for the new season. The …
Nahki Wells Scores In Pre-Season Friendly
Nahki Wells scored in Luton Town’s 4-1 win at home to Go Ahead Eagles B in a pre-season friendly at the weekend. The Bermudian netted his side’s final goal from close range. Wells was substituted in the 84th minute. Luton are away to Gillingham in the EFL Cup on Saturday [August 8]. Related Stories Huddersfield …
Teagan Mewett breaks 34-year breaststroke record
Swimmer Teagan Mewett has expressed her thrill at breaking one of Bermuda’s longstanding records.
Mewett set a new mark in the 200 metres breaststroke of 2min 37.67sec, shattering the previous best of…
Mewett set a new mark in the 200 metres breaststroke of 2min 37.67sec, shattering the previous best of…
Jediah Cumbermack Reflects On Outlon Races
Motorcycle racer Jediah Cumbermack competed in round six of the 1pMobile National Junior Sportbike Championship at Oulton Park, Cheshire, at the weekend. The Bermudian qualified twelfth and finished in the same position in race one before suffering a mechanical issue in race two. Cumbermack, who races for Team ROKiT Rookies, said missing Friday’s free practice …
EU must do more to strengthen borders, von der Leyen tells Spanish PM in letter seen by Reuters
In the letter, dated August 3rd, she also reiterated the EU’s support to help Spain tackle illegal immigration while noting that more needed to be done
Erica Hawley Finishes 18th In Rio World Cup
Bermuda’s Erica Hawley placed 18th in the elite women’s race at the 2026 World Triathlon Cup Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. Hawley completed the sprint-distance event in 59min 32sec, finishing 1min 19sec behind Slovakia’s Zuzana Michalickova, who claimed the title in 58:13. Kelly Wetteland of the United States placed second in 58:14, with Italy’s Beatrice …
Carey Olsen To Host Open House/Reception
Carey Olsen Bermuda is inviting law students, recent graduates, and anyone interested in pursuing a career in law to attend a student reception and open house on Tuesday 18 August 2026. A spokesperson said, “Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the Carey Olsen team, learn more about the firm’s culture and career opportunities, and …
Tesla’s European registrations uneven in July despite broader EV momentum
Registrations of Tesla’s vehicles, a proxy for sales, rose 86% in France and 52% in Denmark from a year ago, according to data from French car body PFA and Denm
Mia Fishel Scores In Seattle Reign’s Victory
Mia Fishel scored her second goal for Seattle Reign FC as they earned a 3-2 victory away to Bay FC in the National Women’s Soccer League [NWSL] on Saturday [August 1]. Fishel, whose father Patrick is Bermudian, opened the scoring in the fifth minute at PayPal Park in San Jose. Maddie Dahlien advanced down the …
Greek crews fight wildfire northwest of Athens for fourth day
Strong firefighting forces assisted by water tanks and 21 aircraft were deployed near the communities of Kandili and Agia Skepi early on Monday as plumes of thi
Factories faced weaker demand, higher costs in July as Iran war grinds on
The conflict has almost halted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit route for the Gulf’s energy exports, sending manufacturers’ energy prices so
Europe’s shrinking rivers curb power output, transport and company earnings
As Europe experiences the fastest warming of any continent and record-breaking heatwaves, drought has exposed the need to reconsider business practices
European shares start August higher on US-Iran diplomacy hopes
The pan-European STOXX 600 index was up 0.4% at 651.69 points by 8:50 GMT, with most major regional bourses trading higher. Germany’s DAX led the gains, jumping
FTSE 100 slips as AstraZeneca drops on Bristol Myers merger talks
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index fell 0.10% to 10,857.49 points by 0931 GMT, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 rose nearly 1% to 24,206.25 points
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Minister of Transport and Tourism
Minister of Transport and Tourism Owen Darrell says Bermuda’s continuing road fatalities demand urgent action, stressing that while stronger legislation is being considered, lasting change must begin with personal responsibility.
Sterling ends 3-day rise against dollar, falls versus yen
The new British government’s cautious fiscal stance helped ease investor concerns that had fuelled a political risk premium in sterling
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Sabir still seething from controversial Cup Match dismissal
Dominic Sabir has called for players to be honest in the wake of his controversial Cup Match dismissal.
The Somerset vice-captain was given out to a slip catch by former St George’s captain Onias Basc…
The Somerset vice-captain was given out to a slip catch by former St George’s captain Onias Basc…
Botanist thrives off the beaten track
When the Botanist Café & Garden Lounge first opened in the Botanical Gardens in Paget, some people worried that a mile from town was way too far from the main drag.
They were wrong.
As it turned…
They were wrong.
As it turned…
Bermuda company files for bankruptcy protection in Texas
Alea Group Holdings (Bermuda) Ltd, part of the Catalina insurance group, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Texas alongside two of its American affiliates.
The Chapter 11 cases, made pu…
The Chapter 11 cases, made pu…