Iran says deal on Strait of Hormuz is close but will not open the waterway by itself
A U.S. official, who declined to be identified, said on Friday that Washington anticipated an agreement soon between Iran and Oman, which sit on either side of
Thailand school shooting toll rises to nine after death of 12-year-old girl, police say
Police at the Plai Bang Police Station in Nonthaburi Province told Reuters the girl had died on Saturday, a day after a 14-year-old boy allegedly shot his grand
BMRA Postpone Motorcycle Races
The Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Association has postponed its racing activities this Sunday due to the Around the Island Powerboat race. The organization said, “St. John’s Ambulance would be stretched thin in trying to be everywhere at once, so we will double up our race dates starting on August 16th and then back on schedule on …
Coastal cleanup will start on September 25
KBB is excited to invite your team to “Sea the Change” by joining this year’s Islandwide Coastal Cleanup, proudly sponsored by EY, taking place from
British music festivals stage tentative revival with perks and payment plans
Download, the around 80,000-person event headlined by Linkin Park, and jazz-focused We Out Here sold out in record time
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US says it plans $1 billion security assistance to government of Colombia’s new leader
Colombia’s new president, who has promised a crackdown on crime and an economic revival, was sworn in on Friday
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New board of education members announced
Dr. Dawnnelle Walker will chair the Board of Education as Dr. Radell Tankard serves as acting commissioner
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The Ministry of Education i
Summer camps ‘provide lasting memories’ for young people
This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a successful season of camps and activities that provided opportunities for learning, recreation, creativity, and personal
Woman badly hurt in Paget crash
Man arrested on suspicion of DUI
Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, police received multiple reports of a serious road traffic collision invo
Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday,
Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, police received multiple reports of a serious road traffic collision involving an SUV and a motor car, near the junction of Cataract Hill and South Road, Paget.
Shipping Schedule: Week Starting August 8
The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, August 8th. On Saturday the Carnival Sunshine, the Norwegian Jewel cruise ship and the Vision of the Seas cruise ships are expected, on Sunday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Monday the Independence of …
Netball: Bermuda Defeat Dominican Republic
Bermuda recorded a 36-35 victory over the Dominican Republic in the women’s netball competition at the Central American and Caribbean Games. The Group A match was held at the Ciudad Juan Bosch Sports Complex, with the teams level at 11-11 after the opening quarter. Bermuda outscored the Dominican Republic 8-7 in the second quarter and …
Youth Enjoy Successful Summer Camp Season
Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a vibrant summer of camps and activities focused on learning, creativity, sports, friendship, and personal growth under the theme “Be Kind, Be Brave, Be Bold.” A Government spokesperson said, “This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a successful season of camps and activities that provided opportunities for learning, recreation, creativity, and personal growth. From …
Kaden Hopkins Places Second After Crash
Kaden Hopkins finished second in stage eight of the Tour Cycliste International de la Guadeloupe despite crashing and breaking his collarbone during the individual time-trial yesterday [August 7]. Hopkins was on course for his second stage victory when he crashed on a fast downhill corner. He got back on his feet, switched to a spare …
Bermuda secures gold and two more bronze medals at Games
Bermuda enjoyed success on the penultimate day at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Dominican Republic today, with three medals clinched.
The sailing duo of Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastia…
The sailing duo of Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastia…
Government explores strengthening specialised nursing role
An expansion of powers for advanced practice nurses is being explored by the Government as efforts continue to improve efficiency and reduce the cost of healthcare.
The health ministry said that while…
The health ministry said that while…
Renewal of climate task force a ‘priority’, says national trust
The island must act now to get organised given its vulnerability to the threat of climate change, the Bermuda National Trust urged, saying the need for a working and co-ordinated Climate Change Task F…
Woman Injured In Collision, Driver Arrested
A woman sustained injuries which have been described as life-threatening after her car was involved in a collision with an SUV in Paget early this morning [Aug 8], with the SUV driver arrested on suspicion of impaired driving. A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:19 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, police received multiple reports of …
Driver suffers life-threatening injuries
A driver had to be extricated from a car after suffering life-threatening injuries in a collision.
The crash, which occurred around 3.19am today, took place between a car and an SUV near the junction…
The crash, which occurred around 3.19am today, took place between a car and an SUV near the junction…
Assured Guaranty Reports Q2 Financial Results
Assured Guaranty Ltd. announced its financial results for the three-month period ended June 30, 2026. Dominic Frederico, President and CEO, said: “At the midway point of 2026, Assured Guaranty’s key valuation metrics – shareholders’ equity, adjusted operating shareholders’ equity, and adjusted book value – all reached per share record highs, finishing at $126.18, $129.94 and $189.72, …
Sakari Famous Wins Bronze At CAC Games
Bermuda’s Sakari Famous has won the bronze medal in the women’s high jump at the Central American and Caribbean Games. Famous leaped an impressive 1.89 metres to win bronze, finishing behind gold medal winner Marysabel Senyu of the Dominican Republic, who cleared 1.93 metres, and Cuba’s Dacsy Brison, who secured silver with a height of …
This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed
This summer, Bermuda’s youth enjoyed a successful season of camps and activities that provided opportunities for learning, recreation, creativity, and personal growth.
Miles Outerbridge storms into semi-finals at World Championships
Bermudian sprinter Miles Outerbridge kept his World Athletics Under-20 Championships campaign alive today, advancing to the semi-finals of the 200 metres in Eugene, Oregon.
Running from lane five in h…
Running from lane five in h…
Allshores shares see $6.8m trade
Allshores saw its second big trading day on the Bermuda Stock Exchange this week as $6.8 million worth of its stock traded on Friday. A total of 234,772 of the insurer’s shares changed hands as the pr…
Video: BFRS Extinguish Fire In Pembroke
Firefighters extinguished a fire at a property in the Tulo Lane/St John’s Road area in Pembroke today [Aug 7]. Smoke could be seen billowing into the sky at around 3pm this afternoon, with firefighters quickly responding, and the Bermuda Police Service also attended the scene, directing traffic as the firefighters worked to extinguish the fire. …
Penruddocke & Kempe Win Medals At CAC
Bermuda’s sailors have had an outstanding showing at the Central American and Caribbean Games, with both Adriana Penruddocke and Sebastian Kempe winning medals, with Adriana Penruddocke winning the gold medal, while Kempe won bronze. Penruddocke made an outstanding showing throughout the entire competition to finish the ten-race women’s dinghy series with 14 net points, claiming …
Immigration policy must address Bermuda’s historic injustices
Bermuda’s declining birthrate must be seen in the context of historic past injustices based on race.
This from statistician Cordell Riley, who spells out the
Ministry Announces New Education Board
The Ministry of Education has announced a newly constituted Board of Education and leadership changes as Bermuda prepares for the upcoming school year. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of the newly constituted Board of Education, which will continue to play a vital role in supporting governance, …
Kalmar Richards steps down as Commissioner of Education
Kalmar Richards has stepped down as the Commissioner of Education after 40 years in public education.
Ms Richards’s retirement was announced as the Ministry of Education named members of its new Board…
Ms Richards’s retirement was announced as the Ministry of Education named members of its new Board…
From his quiet home to a shooting spree at school, a Thai teenager’s deadly rampage
By noon, bodies lay strewn at the 14-year-old’s school — five more dead and 23 wounded — before he turned the gun on himself, ending Thailand’s worst mass s
Breastfeeding awareness event to be held tomorrow
The Department of Health will mark the end of Breastfeeding Awareness Week 2026 this weekend with a community event at Victoria Park.
The free event, scheduled to run from 9am to 11.30am tomorrow will…
The free event, scheduled to run from 9am to 11.30am tomorrow will…
Bermudian firm expands its retail footprint
A Bermudian company is continuing to expand its presence with a new range of feminine-care products now available at CVS. While Best, Periodt has previously b
Spain plans burials, seeks identities of those killed in Ceuta migrant rush
For the vast majority who won’t be named before then, staff have taken fingerprints and DNA samples and will keep working to connect the bodies with names, and
Trump to host mining CEOs as administration seeks minerals for defense supply chains
The White House needs critical minerals to replenish weapons stockpiles depleted during the Iran conflict and reduce U.S. dependence on Chinese supply chains
Home damaged in fire on Tulo Lane
A Pembroke home was damaged in a fire this afternoon — however, no one was believed to be injured in the blaze.
The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service led fire hoses from two appliances down Tulo Lane fr…
The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service led fire hoses from two appliances down Tulo Lane fr…
UK’s Harworth rejects Peel Holdings’ $787 million bid on valuation grounds
Shares in Harworth were up 1.1% at 180p by 14:14 GMT, taking gains to 25% since the bid was disclosed on Thursday
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Tyler Christopher Aiming To Make Statement
Mike Tyler Christopher believes he can make a statement when he steps into the ring at the First Direct Arena in Leeds tomorrow [August 8]. Christopher [12-0] will put his unbeaten record on the line against Portugal’s Mauro Silva [9-0] in an eight-round middleweight contest on the undercard of a Boxxer/DAZN promotion. The main event …
Tyler Christopher in career-defining fight
Bermudian boxer Tyler Christopher, commonly known as Mike Tyler, has vowed to capitalise on his opponent’s mistakes when he takes on Mauro Silva, of Portugal, in England, tomorrow (3pm Bermuda time). …
Adriana Penruddocke strikes gold at CAC Games
Adriana Penruddocke capped off a fine performance by clinching gold in the International Laser Class Association fleet at the Central American and Caribbean Games today.
During the final race day, Pe…
During the final race day, Pe…
Heavy rains drench Beijing as China braces for Typhoon Dolphin
The extreme rains come as China readies for Typhoon Dolphin, which is expected to make landfall along the country’s eastern coast from Sunday to Monday
Seven passengers on boat intercepted near Kinshasa test negative for Ebola
Authorities stopped the vessel in Maluku, about 65 km (40 miles) upstream from Kinshasa, on Wednesday after a 32-year-old man who had travelled on board late la
US stocks, bonds rally after soft jobs report; yen bounces back
U.S. stocks rose on Friday, led by technology and consumer discretionary shares, and Treasury yields fell, reflecting ebbing expectations that the Fed will rais
Italy defies Spanish demand to lift border curbs over Ceuta crisis
Italy swiftly responded, saying it would not accept “ultimatums or impositions” from Madrid, adding that it would keep in place its suspension of Schengen rules
Minister Honours 2026 Student Trailblazers
Minister Tinee Furbert presented the 2026 Student Trailblazer Out Front Awards at Harbour Night on Wednesday, recognising outstanding students across multiple categories. A Government spokesperson said, “Tinee Furbert, Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, presented awards to student recipients of the 2026 Student Trailblazer Out Front Awards at Harbour Night on Wednesday, 5 August.” …
BZS & BAMZ On Reported Manatee Sighting
The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo [BAMZ] said they are “aware of a video circulating showing what appears to be a manatee in Bermuda waters.” A spokesperson said, “Our wildlife team is currently working to verify the sighting and is coordinating with relevant marine mammal experts to determine the …
St George’s suffer mass exodus during summer transfer window
St George’s Colts suffered the heaviest loss of players among the Premier Division clubs during Bermuda Football Association’s summer transfer window.
The Dudley Eve holders have lost the services of …
The Dudley Eve holders have lost the services of …
Manatee reportedly seen in local waters
A stranger to Bermuda has been spotted in local waters this week.
Two separate videos that appeared to show a manatee were posted yesterday on Facebook.
The mammal can be seen swimming near land in o…
Two separate videos that appeared to show a manatee were posted yesterday on Facebook.
The mammal can be seen swimming near land in o…
MOMs Bermuda anti-violence awareness motorcade set for this weekend
MOMs Bermuda founder, Nicole Fox is inviting the community to the event this Saturday starting at the Cedarbridge Academy to usher support for those lost to vio
Isaac Todd To Attend Woodstock
Bermudian footballer Isaac Todd is set to continue his development at Woodstock Academy in Connecticut. Todd previously attended the Benfica Residential Academy in St Leo, Florida. He is the son of Richard Todd, head coach of International Development Academy Bermuda and former head coach of St George’s. Related Stories Chikosi Basden Signs For Haringey Borough …
Bermuda’s top golfers to compete for spots in PGA Tour event
The Butterfield Bermuda Championship today announced details for its highly anticipated Local Qualifier presented by Brit Re, where Bermuda’s best golfers wil