Sterling dips, currency markets look to the U.S. for cues
Sterling shed 0.2% on the dollar to $1.3625, retreating from a six-month high of $1.3675 hit last week
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Questions are being raised over
Questions are being raised over a resolution tabled at Monday night’s Central Committee meeting of the Progressive Labour Party that would prevent newly joined party members from becoming delegates for at least one year.
Nathan Trott And Cardiff Exit Carabao Cup
Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott and his Cardiff City teammates exited the Carabao Cup after a 2-1 defeat against Norwich City at Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday. Trott played the full match as goals from Mathias Kvistgaarden and Ante Crnac gave Norwich a 2-0 advantage. Yousef Salech pulled a goal back for Cardiff during stoppage time, …
Fresh & Hungry To Hold Outside Sparring
Fresh & Hungry Boxing Club will stage their “We Outside Open Sparring 4” event at TN Tatem Tennis Court in Warwick on September 26. The event will get underway at 5pm, with admission priced at $20 for adults and $10 for children. Registration costs $15. The event is organised by Fresh & Hungry Boxing Club, …
Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 25 2026
August 25 saw 1,341 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $36,509.30 BD. 1,341 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing up 3.7% at $28.00 per share. The BSX finished at 3,867.07, up 0.25% on the day. There was 1 advance, 0 declines, and 45 remained unchanged. The full report for the day …
Enzi Johnston Set For Kickboxing Bout
Enzi Johnston will face Haelyn Marquez in a kickboxing contest at the inaugural Devil’s Isle Fight Championship at North Field, National Sports Centre, on Saturday [August 29]. Johnston, of Aries Sports Centre, will meet Marquez, of P4P MMA in Toronto, at 115 pounds. DIFC 001 now has ten confirmed bouts across mixed martial arts, kickboxing, …
Aiden Jones Signs Morecambe Scholarship
Bermudian footballer Aiden Jones has signed scholarship terms with Morecambe’s academy. “Proud to sign my scholarship with Morecambe FC,” Jones said. “New beginnings.” The teenager was a nominee for the Bermuda Football Association’s Under-13 Goalkeeper of the Year award during his time with Somerset Trojans in 2022. Morecambe play in the National League North. Related …
Number of outstanding warrants nears 18,000
There are almost 18,000 outstanding warrants and unpaid fines of more than $10 million, police have revealed.
They urged the public to take advantage of a process that allows those with outstanding wa…
They urged the public to take advantage of a process that allows those with outstanding wa…
Shea-Lah Thomas wins podiatry scholarship
Atlantic Podiatry has awarded its first scholarship to science graduate Shea-Lah Thomas, helping to pave the way for her podiatry career in Bermuda.
Ms Thomas will begin a master’s degree in podiatry …
Ms Thomas will begin a master’s degree in podiatry …
Duncan Card: Focus on unfair trade practices, not monopolies
Having practised commercial law in Canada for more than 30 years, competition law was part of my transactional practice.
Not so much when I practised law in Bermuda.
On August 14, the Government of B…
Not so much when I practised law in Bermuda.
On August 14, the Government of B…
Dehydration can affect much more
Dehydration can affect much more than your thirst. It also can place extra stress on your heart and cardiovascular system, explains Brodie Marthaler, M.D., a cardiologist at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.
Bermuda Volleyball Officials Complete Training
Bermuda Volleyball Association members are continuing to develop their skills, with Sean Tucker completing national referee training and coaches Mike Smith, Robert Saravia and Stacey Maderios-Cooke earning FIVB Level 1 coaching certification. A spokesperson said, “While our Men’s and Women’s National Teams were battling it out at the 2026 ECVA Championships, some of our BVA …
Disney Cruises To Bermuda In 2027 & 2028
Disney Cruise Line has announced plans for cruises to Bermuda in 2027 and 2028 programme, including voyages aboard the Disney Wish and the Disney Fantasy ships. The announcement said the Disney Wish will arrive in New York in late September 2027, marking the cruise line’s return to the city for the first time since 2023. …
Xitus Expands INTX Re/Insurance System
INTX Insurance Software announced the “continued expansion of the INTX [Re]Insurance Operating System within Xitus Re Ltd., the Bermuda-based P&C runoff reinsurer, as Xitus expands across increasingly complex portfolios, transaction structures and jurisdictions.” A spokesperson said, “At the center of Xitus’ assumed reinsurance operations is INTX Re, INTX’s purpose-built assumed reinsurance platform. INTX Re supports …
Young referee Sar Smith gets international break
Sar Smith tasted his first international assignment as a referee when he officiated at the Caribbean Football Union Under-14 Challenge Series last week.
Smith was one of the officials for Tier 2 match…
Smith was one of the officials for Tier 2 match…
Bank price dips 0.32%
The Royal Gazette/BSX Index rose 9.8 points (0.25 per cent) to close at 3,867.07.
Only Allshores was active on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, with 1,341 shares ($36,509.30) changing hands to close at $28…
Only Allshores was active on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, with 1,341 shares ($36,509.30) changing hands to close at $28…
Temporary Traffic Changes In Swing Bridge Area
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advised that “temporary traffic changes will be introduced around Swing Bridge and Kindley Field Road from the end of August to support construction of the new Swing Bridge.” A Government spokesperson said, “The changes will affect how vehicles enter and exit the St. David’s area, with traffic redirected …
Video: Layla Williams Meets Singer Jelly Roll
Layla Williams made an appearance on the Jimmy Kimmel Live! television show after being stopped for a street interview that ended with Grammy Award-winning artist Jelly Roll surprising her in person. Williams was taking part in a segment in which pedestrians were asked to give their opinions on a series of celebrities. After being asked …
Rusty G Returns To Notting Hill Carnival
DJ Rusty G is set to return to the Notting Hill Carnival in London for another year, with the Bermudian DJ set to entertain crowds at the event, which is the largest Carnival in Europe and attracts over a million attendees. He will perform at events throughout Carnival week from Thursday [August 27] through Monday, when the …
Newport Race Reviews 2026 Scoring Error
The Newport Bermuda Race Organizing Committee and US Sailing have completed a review of the F-TCF scoring error during the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, identifying the causes and outlining corrective measures to prevent a recurrence. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee [BROC] along with US Sailing has completed its review of the F-TCF …
Mark Wade Attends CFU Presidents Meeting
Bermuda Football Association [BFA] President Mark Wade recently attended the Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Presidents’ Meeting in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic. A spokesperson said, “The meeting coincided with the CFU Under-14 Challenge Series Finals. The Presidents’ meeting provided an opportunity for CFU member association presidents to discuss key regional football matters and the strategic direction …
Sun Life & Wilton Re Form Strategic Partnership
Sun Life Financial Inc. and Wilton Re have “entered into a definitive agreement to establish a strategic reinsurance and asset management partnership.” A spokesperson said, “This partnership will combine Wilton Re’s liability management expertise with Sun Life’s insurance and asset management capabilities. “Wilton Re will establish Windsor Life Re, a U.S. and Bermuda–domiciled reinsurer supporting …
Kempe And Patton Competing In ILCA In Ireland
Bermuda sailors Sebastian Kempe and Campbell Patton completed their third qualifying race at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men’s World Championship in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland. According to the provisional standings, Kempe is 69th overall after recording finishes of 22nd, 17th and 23rd in the yellow fleet. With one discard now applying after three races, Kempe’s 23rd-place …
Temporary suspension of through-road access at KEMH
Members of the public were advised that through-road access at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital will be limited from 12.30pm until 2pm on August 26.
The Bermuda Hospitals Board noted that the dis…
The Bermuda Hospitals Board noted that the dis…
RoyaLand appoints Matachione to board
Bermuda-based holding company, the RoyaLand Company has added Nazario Matachione to its board of directors.
The firm is focused on creating an online and offline immersive, fantasy-based royalty-theme…
The firm is focused on creating an online and offline immersive, fantasy-based royalty-theme…
Trump says Strait of Hormuz has been demined, warns Iran not to plant more
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the United States, through its Space Force, was watching “every square inch” of the Strait, a key waterway in the global e
Bermudian meets Grammy-winning artist in California
A woman understood to be from Bermuda met award-winning musical artist Jelly Roll and was on international television this week.
Layla Williams recalled in a TikTok clip how she was approached by a te…
Layla Williams recalled in a TikTok clip how she was approached by a te…
What’s the most pressing issue for seniors?
The cost of living arguably remains the most pressing issue for islanders – and no segment of our population feels it harder than our seniors.Housing, healt
Xitus Re expands use of INTX Re software
The Bermuda-based property and casualty runoff reinsurer, Xitus Re Ltd has extended the INTX Re/Insurance Operating System across growing runoff portfolios, transaction structures and jurisdictions.
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A 24-year-old Pembroke man appeared
A 24-year-old Pembroke man appeared in Magistrates’ Court today, where he pleaded not guilty to a charge of uttering threatening words against another man.
Canada slaps retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth $20 billion as trade war intensifies
The counter-tariffs on U.S. goods take effect on September 8 and impose duties of 15%, 25% and 50% across around 700 products imported from south of the border,
FTSE indexes close higher as housing stocks shine
The blue-chip FTSE 100 index rose 0.3% to 10,886.16 points, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 climbed 0.6% to 24,856.05 points
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Equities rise with tech boost and yields fall with oil prices
Yields on U.S. 10-year and 30-year bonds were set for a second straight day of declines as traders weighed the implications of U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bes
Peru to welcome Pope Leo with hymn honoring slain nun
The song, featuring Andean rhythms and titled “Leon, Hermano del Camino” or “Leo, Brother on the Journey”, will be performed by members of the Aguchita youth ch
Nvidia faces growth test as Rubin debut meets AI financing scrutiny
The chipmaker has been the biggest beneficiary of the race to build AI infrastructure
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Nvidia’s results on Wednesday
Dash Simmons set for huge fight on Australia’s Gold Coast
Saundre “Dash” Simmons has vowed to make the most of a golden opportunity when he faces Australia’s Kirra Ruston for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific light-heavyweight title on Australia’s Gold Coast on Wed…
Bermuda volleyball coaches earn qualifications
Bermuda’s volleyball coaches have taken their expertise to a new level after achieving regional certification.
While the men’s and women’s teams were battling it out for medals at the 2026 Eastern Car…
While the men’s and women’s teams were battling it out for medals at the 2026 Eastern Car…
Kempe and Patton struggle in tricky Ireland conditions
Bermuda’s representatives at the Ilca 7 Men’s World Championships struggled on the opening day of competition.
Sebastian Kempe and Campbell Patton took to the waters at Royal St George’s Yacht Club in…
Sebastian Kempe and Campbell Patton took to the waters at Royal St George’s Yacht Club in…
Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith,
Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith, Community Policing Division – “The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) wishes to provide clarification regarding the management and processing of individuals, who are the subject of outstanding warrants, particularly warrants relating to traffic and parking matters.
Police: Outstanding fines top $10million
Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith, Community Policing Division – “The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) wishes to provide clarification regarding
Police Clarify Handling Of Different Warrants
The Bermuda Police Service is “seeking to distinguish between the enforcement of criminal warrants and the administrative processing of individuals who voluntarily present themselves to address outstanding traffic or parking matters.” Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith, Community Policing Division, said “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] wishes to provide clarification regarding the management and processing of …
Fresh warning from police about WhatsApp and AI scams
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) is warning members of the public to remain vigilant against recent scam attempts involving compromised WhatsApp accounts and th
The Department of Culture hosted
The Department of Culture hosted the unveiling of Hendrickson’s Way on Glebe Road on August 22, recognising generations of the Hendrickson family behind H&H Gombeys and their contribution to Bermuda’s Gombey tradition and the Glebe Road community.
Hayward campaign hosts trade unionists
Team Hayward welcomed representatives from across Bermuda’s trade union movement to a Night of Unity onSunday, August 23, at the Bermuda Public Services Union
Island nears 18,000 outstanding traffic warrants
Almost 18,000 outstanding traffic warrants represent fines totalling more than $10 million, police revealed today.
Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith shared the figures at a media briefing th…
Acting Detective Superintendent Jason Smith shared the figures at a media briefing th…
Flights grounded, power outages due to flux of thunderstorms, says BWS
Videos of water spout formations were captured over the weekend at Ferry Reach in St. George’s.
Powerful weather conditions this weekend triggered spect
Sun Life and Wilton Re in strategic partnership
Wilton Re will form Windsor Life Re, a United States and Bermuda-domiciled affiliated reinsurer supported by long-term strategic capital commitments from Wilton Re and Sun Life Financial Inc.
The rei…
The rei…
Dickinson hears concerns from healthcare workers
A Progressive Labour Party leader hopeful welcomed people who work on the frontline of patient care to hear their opinions on how to reshape the island’s healthcare system.
Curtis Dickinson brought t…
Curtis Dickinson brought t…
Goalkeeper Aiden Jones signs for Morecambe
Goalkeeper Aiden Jones has become the latest young Bermudian to join a leading club in England.
The teenager, who was shortlisted for the goalkeeper of the year award by the Bermuda Football Associat…
The teenager, who was shortlisted for the goalkeeper of the year award by the Bermuda Football Associat…
Saundre Simmons Weighs In For Fight
Bermudian boxer Saundre “Dash” Simmons has weighed in before his fight against Kirra Ruston for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific light heavyweight title in Australia tomorrow [August 26]. Simmons [9-0] will take on unbeaten Australian Ruston [9-0] at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. The main event will feature Nikita Tszyu against Ben Mahoney …