Shell has ended talks with Unimot over selling German refinery stake, Bloomberg News reports
The sale discussions, which began in 2023, concluded months ago
International News via Reuters:
British oil major Shell has ended negotiations to se
Rupert Murdoch wish to re-merge Fox Corp and News Corp ‘could happen in future,’ court documents and video show
Discussions of a possible re-merger were revealed during the last few weeks in unsealed court documents and an attorney’s testimony related to a family successi
Music and community to be celebrated at Devonshire Rec
Sounds Fest Bermuda will celebrate sound-system culture, music and community in a two-day event that starts tomorrow at Devonshire Recr
Aon gives DailyMale $10,000
Aon Insurance Bermuda has presented a $10,000 cheque to the DailyMale charity.
DailyMale originally targeted the male community on island to improve early detection rates of prostate cancer.
The mobil…
DailyMale originally targeted the male community on island to improve early detection rates of prostate cancer.
The mobil…
Klar joins White Mountains board
The Bermuda-domiciled White Mountains Insurance Group’s board of directors has elected Stephen Klar as a director.
Mr Klar was formerly the president and a managing partner of Wellington Management Gr…
Mr Klar was formerly the president and a managing partner of Wellington Management Gr…
Polaris gives $2,500 bursary to two children of staff
An imports company has awarded two children of staff members a $2,500 university scholarship.
Ayr Cannonier and Zanna Minors each received the Polaris Holding Company Ltd Education Award as they enter…
Ayr Cannonier and Zanna Minors each received the Polaris Holding Company Ltd Education Award as they enter…
The ‘Pink Palace’ named a top historic hotel
A landmark Pembroke hotel has been named a nominee finalist for two 2026 Historic Hotels Worldwide awards.
The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has been nominated for best historic resort and best h…
The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club has been nominated for best historic resort and best h…
Hundreds killed and more than 1,000 missing after Himalayan flood
Authorities in Nepal used helicopters to search for survivors and drop emergency supplies to thousands cut off in towns and valleys, while emergency services re
Hamilton Princess nominated for hotel awards
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is pleased to announce that it has been named a Nominee Finalist for two 2026 Historic Hotels Worldwide® Awards of Excellenc
The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and
The Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo (BAMZ) received a report from Maritime Operations on Friday, 21 August, of a dead manatee.
Health charity receives $10,000 donation
A health charity offering free screenings throughout the island has picked up a donation to support its mandate.
Aon Insurance Bermuda presented a cheque for $10,000 to DailyMale towards screening kit…
Aon Insurance Bermuda presented a cheque for $10,000 to DailyMale towards screening kit…
Smooth sailing for Endeavour as supporters continue backing
The Endeavour youth sailing programme, which reached 518 students from 15 schools across the island during the 2025-26 school year, has announced the renewed backing of its corporate supporters.
The e…
The e…
Young leaders in Mirrors Programme step up to the plate
A youth personal development programme is working to bring “positive change within Bermuda’s schools” to mark the start of its 2026-27 year.
The Mirrors Programme has launched Cohort 21 of its Communi…
The Mirrors Programme has launched Cohort 21 of its Communi…
DaRock Academy Continues Spain Tour
Young footballers from the DaRock Elite Academy continued their tour of Spain with a training session at the academy of La Liga side Atlético Madrid. The players trained at Atlético Madrid’s Centro Deportivo Alcalá de Henares, one of the club’s academy training bases, after previously visiting the Valencia academy and attending Valencia’s game against Celta …
Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America
One of the five Great Lakes of North America, Lake Ontario borders both the Canadian province of Ontario and the U.S. state of New York
International Ne
Bermuda golfers finish runners-up in North American Cup
Bermuda’s junior golfers did the island proud after finishing runners-up at the North America Cup in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, this week.
The nine-member team finished at 31-under in the three-day eve…
The nine-member team finished at 31-under in the three-day eve…
Nepal gets support from Bermuda-founded group
A global humanitarian group founded in Bermuda is working with partners in Nepal to provide support in the aftermath of a devastating flood that resulted in the deaths of hundreds of people this week….
Hamilton Parish roadworks extended
Work along a section of North Shore Road is expected to continue until the end of next month, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said.
A spokesman said a lane near Crawl Hill in Hamilton Par…
A spokesman said a lane near Crawl Hill in Hamilton Par…
Google agrees to settle UK app developers’ lawsuit for $353 million
The claim, which was previously valued at just over £1 billion, sought compensation on behalf of developers who sold apps on Google’s Play Store in the United
Quebec to hold Oct 5 election, separatists favored to win
Premier Christine Frechette, who leads the right-of-center Coalition Avenir Quebec government, made the announcement on Thursday at a press conference to begin
Oil rises by over $1 as White House says no US-Iran talks happening
Brent crude futures climbed $1.08, or 1.23%, to $88.92 a barrel at 11:35 a.m. ET (1535 GMT)
International News via Reuters:
Oil prices rose by more
WiRe Bermuda launches conference for women in reinsurance
Women in Reinsurance Bermuda has launched ReWiRe, its flagship event for women in reinsurance.
The inaugural conference will be held on October 29 at the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club. Org…
The inaugural conference will be held on October 29 at the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club. Org…
Medical finding prompts adjustment to road fatality toll
The Bermuda Police Service (BPS) can now confirm that the death of a male motorcyclist – understood to be a 62-year-old Pembroke man – following a repo
Partial North Shore Road closure extended through September
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public that the ongoing lane closure on North Shore Road near Crawl Hill in Hamilton Parish ha
Judge quashes government postal deal with US firm
A government agreement with a US courier company is to be ended by order of the Supreme Court over a lack of proper procurement procedure.
Chief Justice Larry Mussenden, in a ruling handed down on Wed…
Chief Justice Larry Mussenden, in a ruling handed down on Wed…
Mirrors launches youth-led mental wellness initiative
The Mirrors Programme has launched Cohort 21 of its Community Programme Leadership Academy (CPLA), kicking off the 2026/27 programme year with the Positivi
Dandy Town and North Village to open season in Charity Cup
The 2026-27 domestic football season officially kicks off with the Charity Cup between Dandy Town and North Village at Bernard Park on September 6 (8pm).
In the heavyweight battle, League and Friends…
In the heavyweight battle, League and Friends…
Police revise 2026 road fatality figure after medical evidence
A change to the number of road fatalities on the island this year came after medical findings, the Bermuda Police Service said today.
The total to date for 2026 is 12, not 13.
Results “ultimately veri…
The total to date for 2026 is 12, not 13.
Results “ultimately veri…
KBB locates 122 abandoned, derelict boats
An environmental group was called for the removal of about 122 abandoned boats and wreckage located around the island.
Keep Bermuda Beautiful found the remnants during a three-day survey that serves a…
Keep Bermuda Beautiful found the remnants during a three-day survey that serves a…
Durham To Face Bascome In Kickboxing
Che Durham will face Matisse Bascome in an all-Bermudian kickboxing fight at the inaugural Devil’s Isle Fight Championship at North Field, National Sports Centre, on Saturday [August 29]. Durhan, of Aries Sports Centre, will meet Bascome, of Open Mat Bermuda, in a 180-pound catchweight contest. DIFC 001 will feature several bouts across mixed martial arts, …
Aon donates $10k to cancer charity
Aon Insurance Bermuda presented a cheque for $10,000 to the DailyMale charity to assist in the purchase of screening kits and the running costs of the charities
‘Severely emaciated’ manatee’s cause of death under investigation
The Ministry of Public Works and Environment confirmed the death of the mammal which was found in Harrington Sound, more than 1,000 miles away from its natural
Keep Bermuda Beautiful (KBB) has
Keep Bermuda Beautiful (KBB) has completed a comprehensive survey of bays and coastlines on the east and west sides of the island, identifying 122 boats and pieces of wreckage for potential removal under its ongoing Abandoned Boat Initiative.
Manatee’s cause of death under investigation
A lifeless male manatee found 1,000 miles from its normal range was taken and examined at a secure location, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said today.
Staff from the Bermuda Aquarium, M…
Staff from the Bermuda Aquarium, M…
Bailey’s Bay and St David’s opt for change in Eastern Counties
Holders Bailey’s Bay have made three changes to their team for the Eastern Counties final round showdown against challengers St David’s at Lord’s on Saturday.
Lazai Outerbridge, Derrick Brangman and C…
Lazai Outerbridge, Derrick Brangman and C…
Division in PLP over new members past political affiliation
The Progressive Labour Party Chair, Dawn Simmons offered no comment on the new resolution passed by the Central Committee on Monday
Divisions have emerge
Local Officials Confirm Manatee Found Dead
Local officials have confirmed that a manatee was found dead, and said that initial findings confirmed the male manatee was “severely emaciated” and while it “remains unclear how the animal travelled approximately 1,000 miles beyond its normal range, the open-ocean journey, combined with limited access locally to its primary food source and fresh water, may …
Video: G-Ball Under-17 Face Maidstone
Footballers from G-Ball Academy Under-17 drew 4-4 with Maidstone United Under-16 during their annual tour of England. A report on the Maidstone website said: “The two teams produced an enthralling encounter, played at a high tempo and packed with end-to-end action throughout. “It proved an excellent test for the young Stones against talented opposition and …
Poland urges EU to fine Meta €250 million for scams and false ads
It is the latest criticism of Meta’s practices after the U.S. tech giant was ordered to pay $18 billion under an agreement with U.S. states, announced on Wednes
Adam Hall Scores Two Runs For Goldeyes
Bermudian baseball player Adam Hall drove in two runs as the Winnipeg Goldeyes lost 8-3 to the Kansas City Monarchs at Blue Cross Park. Hall went two-for-four and stole his 41st base of the season. He singled to centre field in the sixth inning to score Keshawn Lynch and Peyton Holt, cutting Kansas City’s lead …
Nahki Wells And Luton Set To Play Chelsea
Bermudian striker Nahki Wells and his Luton Town teammates are set to face Premier League side Chelsea in the second round of the Carabao Cup at Stamford Bridge today [Aug 27] in England. The match will kick off at 7.30pm UK time [3.30pm Bermuda time] and will mark the first League Cup meeting between the …
Record debt and election politics raise stakes for French budget
Political sparks will fly in the coming weeks, even before campaigning heats up for the two-round election on April 18 and May 2, as Prime Minister Sebastien Le
The Progressive Labour Party appears
The Progressive Labour Party appears to be attempting to take ownership of the controversy surrounding new membership applications following Monday night’s contentious Central Committee meeting, while shifting responsibility for the vetting process away from the party’s governing body and back to individual branches.
St David’s And Bailey’s Bay Name Cricket Teams
St David’s and Bailey’s Bay have named their teams for Saturday’s round of the Eastern County Cricket Cup, which is scheduled to take place at Lord’s in St. David’s. OJ Pitcher will captain St David’s, with Justin Pitcher serving as vice-captain and Ricardo Brangman named as wicketkeeper. The team also includes Isaiah O’Brien, Sa-Qui Robinson, …
Norway’s King Harald in ‘very serious’ health condition, royal court says
Europe’s oldest living monarch and Norway’s ceremonial head of state since 1991, Harald was taken to hospital on August 17
International News via Reuter
Number of UK young people not in work or education drops under 1 million
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the proportion of 16-24 year-olds outside the job market or education has risen to one of the highest in Europe
Internation
Ten Students Complete ASU BIOS Internships
ASU BIOS is celebrating 50 years of its Bermuda Program, marking the milestone with a cohort of 10 Bermudian interns. A spokesperson said, “Since its founding in 1976, the Bermuda Program has provided more than 320 Bermudian students aged 18 and older with hands-on experience in oceanographic and atmospheric research. “Through fully funded summer internships, …
Matches Moved To Barbados Due To Lights Issue
The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] said Bermuda’s October Concacaf Nations League matches will be played in Barbados because replacement work on the field lights at the Dame Flora Duffy South Field at the National Sports Center will not be completed in time for Bermuda to host the matches. A spokesperson said, “In an unfortunate twist, …
DeSilva-Andrade Wins First Match In Seoul
Bermudian boccia player Yushae DeSilva-Andrade made a winning start at the Seoul 2026 World Boccia Championships today, defeating Simona Blažková of the Czech Republic 9-4 in the BC1 women’s competition. The Bermudian is scheduled to face China’s Yuan Yichu in her next match. The event runs from August 24 to September 4, with competition taking …
Russia says it could strike UK military targets in response to Kyiv’s use of British missiles
The warning, delivered by Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova at a news briefing in Moscow, was the strongest of is kind yet from Russia to Bri