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Minister On GDP, Economy, Employment & More

November 7, 2026

“I am pleased to report that Bermuda has recorded five consecutive years of positive real economic growth, with an average annual growth rate of 3.8 per cent between 2021 and 2025,” Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward said. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Nov 6] the Minister said, “The annual real …

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Opinion: Growth must work for all Bermudians

November 7, 2026

Statement by Ben Smith, Leader of the Opposition: Imagine two people making a decision about Bermuda. One is a young Bermudian studying overseas and deciding whether to come home. The…

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Minister On Garage Compliance Programme

November 7, 2026

“By ensuring that every garage operating in Bermuda is subject to consistent standards of licensing, inspection, and accountability, we are taking practical steps to create a safer environment for garage workers, for customers, and for the wider public,” Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport Owen Darrell said. Speaking in the House of Assembly …

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Scott Barnes ends tough year on high with podium in Las Vegas

November 7, 2026

Scott Barnes has ended a difficult year outside the kart with a good display in it after finishing on the podium at the ROK Vegas Cup last weekend.
Barnes has had a tough 2026 after dealing with the …

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting November 7

November 7, 2026

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, November 7th. On Sunday the Orion Bohemia container ship is expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Explorer of the Seas cruise ship and the Celebrity Ascent cruise ships, and …

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Essent Group Announces Earnings & Dividend

November 7, 2026

Essent Group Ltd reported net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 of $163.4 million or $1.82 per diluted share, compared to $164.2 million or $1.67 per diluted share for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. Essent also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per common …

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Berkeley Golds Win U-16 Six-A-Side Title

November 7, 2026

Berkeley Institute Golds won the Senior School Boys Under-16 Six-a-Side championship by defeating Berkeley Institute Greens 4-2 in a penalty shootout following a 0-0 draw. Krayvon Bean-Burchall converted the decisive penalty kick for Berkeley Institute Golds after regulation ended goalless. Berkeley Institute Golds advanced to the final with a 2-0 win over Saltus Grammar School …

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Flight diverted from Mexico set to leave today

November 7, 2026

Neos flight to Milan forced down at L.F. Wade International Airport Skyport can confirm that Neos flight NO473, travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Milan, Italy, diverted to L.F. Wade International…

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Public feedback sought on derelict housing

November 7, 2026

The Ministry of Housing and Municipalities is inviting members of the public to review and provide feedback on its Proposed Framework for Derelict and Abandoned Properties, now available on the…

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Cancun To Milan Flight Diverts To Bermuda

November 7, 2026

A Neos flight – travelling from Cancun to Milan – diverted to Bermuda due to a passenger’s medical emergency, with a subsequent mechanical issue delaying its onward departure. A spokesperson said, “Skyport can confirm that Neos flight NO473, travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Milan, Italy, diverted to L.F. Wade International Airport on November 6, 2026, …

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Police Finish Fourth At World Police Games

November 7, 2026

The Bermuda Police Service secured fourth place in the overall medal standings at the World Police Games in the Dominican Republic, thanks to Madelyn Moore’s six swimming medals and Sergeant Shannon Trott’s second-place finish in golf. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is celebrating an impressive showing by its officers at the …

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Judge clears two men of theft, assault charges

November 7, 2026

Two men accused of robbery and assault have had the charges against them dismissed.
Zion Smith-Codrington, 18, and Ajahni Bascome-Lema, 19, were both accused of taking a motorcycle without the owner’s…

News / Royal Gazette

MSA to mark Remembrance Day through special service

November 7, 2026

Andrew Murdoch, the Governor, will offer his reflections during a Remembrance Day service at Mount Saint Agnes Academy on Monday.
A statement from the school said Mr Murdoch will join Lieutenant-Colon…

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Team Bermuda bask in glory at Offshore World Championship

November 7, 2026

Team Bermuda celebrated well into the night after achieving a milestone victory at the Offshore World Championship in Key West, Florida on Friday.
The dynamic duo of David Selley and Steven Bridges we…

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Dandy Town and X-Roads set for Dudley Eve showdown

November 7, 2026

Dandy Town and X-Roads have a chance to claim some early season honours when they clash in the Dudley Eve Trophy final at Wellington Oval on Sunday (2.30pm).
Both sides head into the encounter in conf…

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Argentina start World Rugby Classic title defence

November 7, 2026

World Rugby Classic champions Argentina Legends begin their search for an eighth title when they face Italian Classic XV on Saturday night (8.30pm).
The Argentinians will look to collect some early l…

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Adrian Roach puts unbeaten record on the line in Texas

November 7, 2026

Bermudian boxer Adrian Roach will put his perfect professional record on the line when he steps back into the ring against American Pedro Ibarra Jr in Conroe, Texas, on Saturday (7.30pm Bermuda time)….

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Take care packing away your gear

November 7, 2026

And who would have thought that, bam, just like that, the long awaited angling season has come to its inevitable conclusion. Inevitable simply because those who are involved know that it was a bit of …

Business / Royal Gazette

Keeping your head when markets plunge

November 7, 2026

I don’t know about you, but I am not particularly reassured by the headlines at the moment: rioting in Europe; the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia; bombings in the Middle East; the escalation o…

Business / Royal Gazette

Generous in-laws are overstepping boundaries

November 7, 2026

Dear Dave,
My fiance and I are getting married in March. I’m in grad school, and he has a good job. His mum and dad have found a home online they think we’ll like, and they want to give us money for a…

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Last evening, the Government lost

November 7, 2026

Last evening, the Government lost a procedural vote, put forward by the OBA, which brought consideration of the Education Authority Bill to a halt. That should not have happened. As Premier and Leader of the Progressive Labour Party, I fully accept responsibility.

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Brookfield Announces Simplification Update

November 7, 2026

Brookfield Infrastructure has received all required approvals for a restructuring that will combine two existing entities into a single structure, with completion expected on November 19. A spokesperson said, “Brookfield Infrastructure today announced that it has received all required approvals to complete the previously announced simplification of its corporate structure, which will combine Brookfield Infrastructure …

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Sandys Win 2026 U-13 Six-A-Side Title

November 7, 2026

Sandys Secondary Middle School won the 2026 Middle School Boys Under-13 Six-a-Side title with a 5-1 victory over Warwick Academy. Cove Bailey scored a hat-trick for Sandys Secondary Middle School, while Amir Clermond and Koah Stovell each added a goal in the championship match. Owen Fosker scored the lone goal for Warwick Academy. Sandys advanced …

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Ball Hockey: ACT Defeat BDA Spirits

November 7, 2026

ACT secured an 8-5 victory over BDA Spirits in Bermuda Ball Hockey Association action at the PCC Hockey Rink. Anthony Kapsimalis and Sean McNulty each scored twice for ACT, while Alex Bordage, Townie Jackson, Riley Latour, and Chris Merritt added one goal apiece. Jeff Loper and Shane Matchett each scored two goals for BDA Spirits, …

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It’s time to start writing your Christmas short stories

November 7, 2026

The Christmas season is approaching quickly, which means it’s time for Bermuda’s best writers, young and old, to embrace the season by entering the Stanley Ratteray Memorial Christmas Short Story Cont…

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RiverStone Signs Transaction With Clear Spring

November 7, 2026

RiverStone International announced that it has entered into a loss portfolio transfer with Clear Spring Property and Casualty Company covering discontinued US workers’ compensation business from accident years 2018–2025. A spokesperson said, “The transaction is intended to provide Clear Spring with operational and economic finality for the discontinued portfolio, with RiverStone assuming claims control and …

Bernews / Business

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Nov 6 2026

November 7, 2026

November 6 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,463.38, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 45 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF], and the full report for the week is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock …

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Our children deserve an education

November 7, 2026

Our children deserve an education system that inspires learning, builds confidence and creates opportunity. Getting the legislation passed should never be more important than getting it right.

News / Royal Gazette

Bermuda to feature at UK Remembrance event

November 6, 2026

Bermuda will be represented at the United Kingdom’s National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph in Whitehall in London on Sunday.
Kimberley Durrant, the director of the Bermuda’s London Office, wi…

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Skyport can confirm that Neos

November 6, 2026

Skyport can confirm that Neos flight NO473, travelling from Cancun, Mexico, to Milan, Italy, diverted to L.F. Wade International Airport on November 6, 2026, due to a medical issue involving a passenger on board. The aircraft, a Boeing 787, landed at approximately 3:01 am.

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The Cabinet Office is advising

November 6, 2026

The Cabinet Office is advising the public that Bermuda will be represented at the United Kingdom’s National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph in Whitehall on Sunday, 8 November.

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House: Education Authority faces queries from Opposition

November 6, 2026

The Minister of Education has called on MPs to set aside politics and put the island’s children first as the House of Assembly debated landmark legislation for the creation of an independent education…

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Debt slashed in welfare fund through fraud investigations

November 6, 2026

Outstanding debt in the Department of Financial Assistance was cut by 62 per cent as a result of investigations into fraudulent claims and other illegal activity.
Tinée Furbert, the Minister of Youth…

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Information Commissioner publishes 2025 report

November 6, 2026

The Information Commissioner’s Office reported 132 new public access to information requests last year.
David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, laid the ICO 2025 Report before the House of As…

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Thomas Markle, father of Meghan, charged with possession of child sexual abuse photos

November 6, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel said the 82-year-old father-in-law of Prince Harry was taken into custody by federal agents in Florida, where according to the Daily Mail the elder Markle, who…

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Pope Leo begins South America ‘homecoming’ tour with appeal for regional unity

November 6, 2026

The pontiff arrived in Uruguay, one of Latin America’s more stable democracies, for the first stop of a tour that will also take him to Argentina and Peru, in one…

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Snapchat starts disabling friend-finder feature for UK children, regulator says

November 6, 2026

The friend-discovery feature helps users find and add new contacts Snapchat app is seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/ File Photo International News…

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EU charges TikTok over harmful algorithmic ‘rabbit hole’ effects

November 6, 2026

TikTok’s Chinese owner ByteDance risks a fine next year of up to 6% of its global annual turnover unless it can resolve the issue, the regulators said FILE PHOTO: EU…

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Richardson denied bail pending careless death sentence

November 6, 2026

A former senator convicted of killing a football star while behind the wheel has been denied bail.
Puisne Judge Alan Richards delivered the ruling against Curtis Richardson today after telling the Sup…

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Summit links entrepreneurs with potential funding

November 6, 2026

The Qodeo Democratising Venture Global Summit took place today at the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, bringing together local entrepreneurs, international investors and business leaders to explore opportunities for funding, networking…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Team Bermuda wins race at World Championships

November 6, 2026

Bermuda’s David Selley and Steven Bridges produced their first victory at the 2026 Offshore World Championship in Key West, Florida today.
The pair led the Super Stock class across the line to cap a d…

Business / Royal Gazette

RG/BSX Index falls 5.5% for week

November 6, 2026

The Royal Gazette/BSX Index fell more than 5 per cent in a week that ended with no shares trading today.
Butterfield Bank was the only stock to trade over the five days. The bank slumped $3.30, or 5.9…

News / Royal Gazette

Poppy Appeal launches in aid of St John Ambulance for first time

November 6, 2026

The 2026 Poppy Appeal was officially launched today at Government House with the first sale to Andrew Murdoch, the Governor.
He received his poppy from retired Sergeant Major Arnold E Allen while Jeff…

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IB tops the charts for GDP and employment

November 6, 2026

Jason Hayward lists the top performing sectors in terms of economic contribution and employment, and cites the need to support high-dollar industries while expanding job opportunities Jason Hayward, Minister of…

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Salute to new BermudAir’s new captain

November 6, 2026

Captain Tariq Lynch-Wade with BermudAir cabin crew members BermudAir is proud to announce the promotion of Tariq Lynch-Wade, the airline’s first and only Bermudian pilot, to Captain, marking a significant…

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Italy-bound flight in emergency landing at airport

November 6, 2026

A Neos Air flight headed to Italy from Mexico diverted to the island this morning after a medical emergency.
Flight 473, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, departed Cancun at about 10.26pm EST yesterda…

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Journey to democracy: 2026 sees 60th anniversary of pivotal event

November 6, 2026

It was a pivotal moment in Bermuda’s journey towards democracy – the 1966 London Constitutional Conference.Its 60th anniversary is being marked by events next week that the public is encouraged…

News / Royal Gazette

Worker at Fairmont Southampton hurt in fall from lift

November 6, 2026

A worker at the Fairmont Southampton redevelopment site was taken to hospital today after falling from a scissor lift near a warehouse.
Resort owners Westend Properties said that scissor lift operatio…

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Worker taken to hospital after fall at hotel site

November 6, 2026

A worker was hospitalized after a fall today at the Fairmont Southampton construction site. The worker fell from a scissor lift in the vicinity of the warehouse. A scissor lift…

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High demand prompts Troika to extend The Wiz

November 6, 2026

Due to overwhelming demand and the incredible response from our community, TROIKA Bermuda is thrilled to announce TWO ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCES of THE WIZ on SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2026! You asked,…