Around 4am Saturday, 17th October
Around 4am Saturday, 17th October 2026, a reported three vehicle collision occurred on Somerset Road in Sandys parish, near Bridge Lane.
U15 Squad For FIFA World Cup Named
The Bermuda Football Association has announced the 14-player U15 squad that will represent the island at the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, beginning October 24. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] is delighted to announce the Bermuda U15 Team that will participate in the inaugural FIFA U15 World …
Do timeshares provide value?
Let’s face it: Orlando is a popular vacation destination for Bermuda residents, especially now that BermudAir offers a direct 2½-hour flight. Whether it is the theme parks, golf courses, shopping cent…
My fiance’s daughter is irresponsible about money
Dear Dave,
My fiance and I are getting married next spring. This means I’m also going to become stepfather. The only concern I have is that my fiance’s daughter seems to be a little irresponsible. She…
My fiance and I are getting married next spring. This means I’m also going to become stepfather. The only concern I have is that my fiance’s daughter seems to be a little irresponsible. She…
Three Motorcycle Collision in Somerset
Three motorcyclists were injured, at least one very seriously, in an early-morning collision on Somerset Road. A police spokesperson said, “Around 4am Saturday, 17th October 2026, a reported three vehicle collision occurred on Somerset Road in Sandys parish, near Bridge Lane. “Details are limited at this time. However, initial information indicates that three motorcycles were involved. …
Pope Leo to make Sunday appearance as first images released since cancer surgery
Leo will be seen leading a traditional noontime prayer on Sunday, the Vatican said, while preparations continue for his planned November trip to South America Pope Leo is seen for…
European satellite stocks rally as investors reassess Starlink rivals
Eutelsat shares were up 20% by 1202 GMT, bringing weekly gains to 31%. Paris-listed SES, another European satellite operator, also rose 7.1% FILE PHOTO: Eutelsat Group logo is pictured at…
European stocks rise, dollar set for weekly loss after yields drop
Markets have been rattled this week by concerns over higher interest rates and the debt-fuelled financing behind the AI boom, triggering a selloff in technology and chip stocks FILE PHOTO: People sit…
Oil heads for weekly gain with focus on Middle East supply
Brent crude futures were up 36 cents, or 0.34%, at $106.28 a barrel at 1107 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 19 cents, or 0.19%, to…
The Commissioner of Police has
The Commissioner of Police has provided an update on two recent incidents in Bermuda, confirming that two men have been arrested in connection with a shooting in Hamilton Parish, while a 42-year-old man seriously injured in a separate incident involving a firearm and feral chickens remains in critical condition.
Premier Leads Delegation To DC Fintech Week
Premier David Burt led a Bermuda delegation to DC Fintech Week to discuss digital asset regulation with U.S. regulators and industry leaders. A Government spokesperson said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, David Burt, led a Bermuda delegation to DC Fintech Week, earlier this week. “The event which was held from October 13 to 16, …
Izzy Bennett Wins Art Of Pour Cocktail Contest
Israel [Izzy] Bennett from Rosewood Bermuda won the Best Overall Cocktail and $10,000 grand prize during the third annual Art of the Pour cocktail competition. A spokesperson said, “Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held international spirits company in the world, hosted the third annual Art of the Pour cocktail competition this past weekend as part of the …
Bermuda promotes digital-assets regime in US
Bermuda has promoted its digital-assets regulatory framework in meetings with the heads of the two main United States market regulators, as Washington develops rules for the sector in the wake of the …
Two arrested in connection with Hamilton Parish shooting
Two men are in police custody after being arrested in connection with a shooting at a home in Hamilton Parish last Sunday that left another male with a serious head wound.
A spokesman said those detai…
A spokesman said those detai…
Major hurricane Trudy keeps strengthening as it nears Mexico’s Pacific coast
Additional strengthening is still forecast before Trudy is expected to approach the Mexican coast on Saturday as a life-threatening major hurricane Fishing boats rest on the sand after being pulled…
Special needs caregivers invited to networking event
Caregivers for those with disabilities have been offered to join a support group focused on building community.
The Carter Centre Charity invited families, service providers and community groups to bu…
The Carter Centre Charity invited families, service providers and community groups to bu…
Police Confirm Death Of 39-Year-Old Lindley Scott
The police have confirmed the death of 39-year-old Lindley Scott, who died following an altercation at Southampton Rangers, and said that a murder investigation is now underway, with a 32-year-old man arrested in connection with Mr. Scott’s death. Commissioner of Police, Darrin Simons said, “The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the identity of the …
Investigation continues after rider hit by air rifle fire
An investigation continues after a man riding a motorcycle in Pembroke was seriously injured this week by a projectile in use for feral chicken culling.
The Royal Gazette reached out to police tod…
Quarter-finals take shape at Bermuda Gold Cup
The big fish in the Bermuda Gold Cup repechage pond all made it through to the quarter-finals on day three of competition in Hamilton Harbour.
Chris Poole, Johnnie Berntsson, Pauline Courtois and Eric…
Chris Poole, Johnnie Berntsson, Pauline Courtois and Eric…
Police Commissioner Darrin Simons has
Police Commissioner Darrin Simons has warned that the potential for retaliatory violence remains a serious concern following two firearm incidents in recent days, amid tensions between individuals believed to be associated with rival gangs.
BDA pharmacy offers free blood pressure testing next week
Residents will be able to avail themselves of free blood pressure screenings at an upcoming event marking Pharmacy Week.
The Bermuda Diabetes Association’s Community Pharmacy will offer the screenings…
The Bermuda Diabetes Association’s Community Pharmacy will offer the screenings…
Bermuda hosts first World Tennis events
Bermuda is preparing to stage its debut World Tennis Open tournaments at WER Joell Stadium starting this month.
The first M15 Pembroke is scheduled for October 26 to November 1, while the second runs …
The first M15 Pembroke is scheduled for October 26 to November 1, while the second runs …
Saltus Win BSSF Middle School Girls Title
Saltus Grammar School won the Bermuda School Sports Federation [BSSF] Middle School Girls Six-A-Side title with a 1-0 victory over The Whitney Institute in the final at the National Sports Centre South Field. Kiera Broadley-Samuels scored the decisive goal after dribbling past the last defender and shooting past the advancing Whitney goalkeeper. Saltus reached the …
A COLLAPSED WALL at Border
A COLLAPSED WALL at Border Lane South, near the junction of Parsons Road and Friswells Hill, has raised serious safety concerns after large sections of the structure gave way, sending rubble onto the roadway and damaging part of a neighbouring property.
Age Concern to host public meeting
Age Concern Bermuda invited the community to hear more about the organisation, its programme and services at an event to be held this month.
The charity will host a general public meeting on October 2…
The charity will host a general public meeting on October 2…
Two motorcyclists were injured in
Two motorcyclists were injured in what is understood to have been two separate collisions involving the same car on Somerset Main Road shortly after 7:25a.m. today.
Sadness of club president after stabbing incident
The president of Southampton Rangers Sports Club has called on stakeholders to address mental illness following a stabbing incident at the venue yesterday evening.
Darren Burchall also said many peopl…
Darren Burchall also said many peopl…
Health Expert Highlights Benefits of Breastfeeding for Babies and Parents
Breastfeeding offers important health benefits for both babies and parents, from supporting infant growth and immunity to promoting maternal health and bonding. Amelia Henning, Certified Nurse Midwife and Director of…
Police seek public’s help to find missing teenager
The Bermuda Police Service is appealing for information to locate 15-year-old Daroi Tacklyn, last seen in Hamilton on Thursday. The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating…
Spence helps England edge Czechia for vital WMF Women’s World Cup First Win
Jasmine Spence and England secured a crucial first victory at the World Minifootball Federation (WMF) Women’s World Cup, edging Czechia 1-0 on Day Three in Mali Lošinj. Following back-to-back defeats…
Broadley-Samuels Strike Seals BSSF Six-A-Side Title for Saltus
Saltus Grammar School were crowned Bermuda School Sports Federation (BSSF) Middle School Girls Six-A-Side champions after edging past The Whitney Institute 1-0 in a tense final at the National Sports…
Britain’s Hamilton advances as top seed Bermuda Gold Cup Pool drops into repechage
Britain’s Christian Hamilton led the charge into the Bermuda Gold Cup quarter-finals as a dramatic four-way tie decided the opening round-robin stage in Hamilton Harbour. Hamilton, at the helm of Khumbu Racing, claimed eight victories from 11 matches to finish locked at the summit alongside France’s Aurélien Pierroz, Sweden’s Oskar Engström, and Denmark’s Jeppe Borch. […]
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Bermuda surge 13 IBF World Cup Places on Day Two in Munich
Bermuda staged an impressive fightback at the International Bowling Federation (IBF) World Cup in Munich, climbing 13 places on the team leaderboard after a gritty showing on day two. Following a demanding opening round, the island side quickly found their rhythm on the German lanes, knocking down a collective 6,169 pins to leap into 17th […]
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UK competition regulator targets Microsoft’s business software grip
The Competition and Markets Authority launched an investigation in May into whether Microsoft’s position in software used by around 20 million people a month in Britain was uncompetitive International News via Reuters: Britain’s competition watchdog proposed designating Microsoft with “strategic market status” in business software, potentially paving the way for interventions in how the US […]
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UK’s FCA lifts bans on four former traders after benchmark-rigging convictions quashed
The Financial Conduct Authority said it had lifted the bans on Colin Bermingham, Philippe Moryoussef, Jonathan Mathew and Christian Bittar, and had removed the related final notices from its public records International News via Reuters: Britain’s financial watchdog said on Friday it had revoked bans on four former traders previously sanctioned over the LIBOR and […]
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UK stocks set for weekly gains as investors seek shelter in defensive sectors
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index edged 0.08% lower to 10,831.70 points by 10:12 GMT, but was on track for its best week since early April, while the midcap FTSE 250 rose 0.55% International News via Reuters: Britain’s main stock indexes were heading for weekly gains on Friday, as investors sought refuge in defensive sectors from a rout […]
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Sharon Symonds Launches ‘Hear Us Now’
[Written by Patrick Bean] If one has ever been to a cricket match in Bermuda, you have likely seen her. Smiling. Cheering. Embracing players, officials, and strangers like lifelong friends. That is Sharon Symonds. Sharon loves people. It is simply who she is. By trade, she has given her life to the healthcare industry, a …
Bermuda Bowlers Climb 13 Places At World Cup
Bermuda moved from 30th to 17th on the provisional overall leaderboard at the International Bowling Federation [IBF] World Cup in Brunnthal, near Munich, Germany, following Anthony Hayward’s singles appearance. Hayward finished seventh in Group C, Pool 1, collecting 16 points and 1,930 pins across 11 games. His highest score was 217 in game two, while …
“Indications Suggest This Is A Tragic Accident”
Police said early indications suggest that the incident which left a 42-year-old motorcyclist in critical condition after he was struck by a pellet during feral chicken culling was a “tragic accident.” Speaking at Thursday’s press conference [Oct 15], Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “In the early evening, a motorcyclist was seriously injured near Bakery …
Basketball: The Reapers & The Answer Win
The Reapers and Caesars Pharmacy The Answer recorded victories in a Bermuda Basketball Association [BBA] Men’s League double-header, with both teams winning by 10 points. The Reapers 45 – Vanguard 37 The Reapers defeated Vanguard 45-37, led by Jacob Estis with 14 points. Kobie Reid added nine rebounds. Maxwell Lawrence III led Vanguard with a …
Male Arrested In Connection With Shooting
A “young male” has been detained in connection with the shooting of a 17-year-old in Pembroke, the police have confirmed. Speaking at yesterday’s press conference, Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons said, “At a quarter to eleven, a 17-year-old was shot several times inside a home on Curving Avenue in Pembroke. After the incident, officers detained a …
Sailing: Gold Cup Quarter-Finalists Confirmed
Three first-time Bermuda Gold Cup competitors secured direct quarter-final places alongside Jeppe Borch after a tense round-robin stage in Hamilton Harbour saw veteran Chris Poole narrowly miss out on qualification. A spokesperson said, “Inexperience proved no barrier to success as the first four skippers sailed into the quarter-finals of the World Match Racing Tour’s Bermuda …
Peter Rickards Named Director Of Football
Bermudian football coach Peter Rickards has been appointed director of women’s football at the University of Northampton in England. Rickards said he is looking forward to overseeing the programme and developing the coaching staff. “I’m in my mid-fifties and have been looking for a position where I can step back a bit from on the …
Jasmine Spence’s England Reach Semis
Jasmine Spence’s England team were defeated 1-0 by the United States in the semi-finals of the World Minifootball Federation Women’s World Cup in Croatia today [October 16]. The Bermudian forward, who plays for English non-league side Newport Pagnell Town, was part of England’s 17-member squad for the six-a-side tournament. England finished fourth in the table …
Police: Help Locate 15-Yr-Old Daroi Tacklyn
The police are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Daroi Tacklyn. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Daroi Tacklyn. “Daroi is described as approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall, of slim build, with a brown complexion and a curly twist hairstyle. “He was …
Government Warning Of Real Estate Scam
The Office of the Superintendent of Real Estate is advising the public about “advertisements and communications operating under the names ‘Fortress Real Estate’ and ‘Butterfield Realtor.’” A government spokesperson said, “The Office of the Superintendent of Real Estate is advising members of the public to exercise caution regarding online advertisements and communications operating under the …
Mia Fishel Scores Twice In USA Victory
Mia Fishel scored twice as the U.S. Under-23 Women’s National Team defeated the Dominican Republic’s senior women’s team 5-0 in the first of two matches at the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center. While the talented footballer represents the United States, she has strong Bermuda connections through her father Patrick Fishel, who is …
O’Brien And Horan Earn Regional Recognition
Bermuda cricketers Isaiah O’Brien and Luke Horan have been listed first and second among the Americas’ top five emerging under-23 players for 2026 by World of Americas Cricket. O’Brien took the top position, being identified as an “emerging all-rounder” and highlighting his impact in qualifiers. Horan placed second, also earning recognition as an emerging all-rounder, …
Dershem building new firm to credential AI agents
American entrepreneur Michael Dershem is building a new company in Bermuda aimed at bringing accountability to artificial intelligence agents.
Mr Dershem, chief executive of healthcare technology com…
Mr Dershem, chief executive of healthcare technology com…
Warning over potential for AI investment over-exposure
The ILS Bermuda Convergence conference heard a warning about the potential for investment overexposure to related, or the same, artificial intelligence risks.
Joe Pursley, head of insurance distributi…
Joe Pursley, head of insurance distributi…