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Photos & Video: Arts Centre’s ‘Winter Blues’

January 26, 2026

The Bermuda Arts Centre hosted its “Winter Blues” exhibition this weekend, showcasing blue-themed artwork by local creative members along with live painting and artist meet-and-greets. A spokesperson previously said, “We have chosen the theme Winter Blues not only because of the season, but because blue itself is such a magical and expressive colour. It reflects […]

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Smith & Jackson Win Gold At Pickleball Slammer

January 26, 2026

Maclean Smith and Leslie Jackson won the gold medal in the Women’s Doubles Skill 3.000 to 3.999 division at the 2026 Marco Island Police Foundation Pickleball Slammer. The Bermudian pair went undefeated at the Marco Island YMCA. They defeated Cheryl Van Klingeren and Samantha Bagdasarian 11-3 in the opening round, repeated the same score against […]

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Jauza James Wins 600m At Colby Mini-Meet

January 26, 2026

Bermudian athlete Jauza James placed first in the men’s 600-meter run at the Colby Mini-Meet contributing to a nine-victory performance by Thomas College. James recorded a winning time of 1:31.45 at the Harold Alfond Athletic Center. The performance helped the Terriers secure five first-place finishes on the men’s side and four on the women’s side […]

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Photos, Video & Results: Butterfield & Vallis 5K

January 26, 2026

Philip Woollins and Estienne Coetzee were crowned the overall male and female champions at the 2026 Butterfield & Vallis 5K. Woollins won the men’s race in 17:47 after breaking away from the field. Christopher Harris finished second, with Corey Brunton third in 18:29. Coetzee won the women’s title after finishing seventh overall in 19:03. Colette […]

Burt: digital finance is where insurance was 40 years ago

January 26, 2026

David Burt has compared Bermuda’s fledgeling digital asset industry to the insurance sector in its infancy, arguing that modest current numbers mask long‑term potential.
Government statistics show tha…

Hidden gem becomes busy pitstop

January 26, 2026

When Latte’s Café first opened in a converted church in Paget three miles out of town, the operators marketed it as a hidden gem.
“It was a hideout from the traffic,” said manager Royce Bulatao. “It w…

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Minister Hayward’s Trip To UK Cost $10,693.85

January 26, 2026

A trip in November 2025 by Minister of Economy and Labour Jason Hayward to London, UK cost $10,693.85, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from November 24, 2025 – November 30, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Hon. Jason P. Hayward, Minister of […]

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Demolition of ageing Hamilton building under way

January 26, 2026

Work to tear down a Front Street building is well under way with the site set to become a parking lot.
Plans to largely demolish 117 Front Street to create 31 parking spaces were approved on appeal in…

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Special Report: Tourists to be targeted in water safety campaigns

January 26, 2026

Tourists, especially cruise ship passengers, will be the prime target of “robust public campaigns” this year aimed at reducing the number of drownings.
The Ministry of Health told The Royal Gazette th…

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Autism classroom teacher crowned Teacher of the Year

January 26, 2026

An educator who specialises in teaching children with autism has been crowned Teacher of the Year for her work over the past 12 months.
Zola French-Ray received the prize during the 2025 Teaching Awar…

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Governor: island can set example on climate change

January 26, 2026

Britain can play an important advisory role in Bermuda and even provide finances for climate change resilience, the Governor has said.
Andrew Murdoch, who spoke to The Royal Gazette last week ahead of…

BMA signals legislative push on tokenisation, payments

January 26, 2026

The Bermuda Monetary Authority plans to introduce legislative and regulatory changes in 2026 aimed at enabling tokenised financial instruments and strengthening its oversight of payments, according to…

Corona League sides soundly beaten in FA Cup

January 25, 2026

There were no shocks in the First Round of the FA Cup with all four Corona League sides beaten.
After Island Bulls were beaten 9-0 by Devonshire Cougars on Friday night, FC Rhino, Inter BDA and Young …

Stand-in coach Kyle Lightbourne happy as PHC cruise to victory

January 25, 2026

Somerset Trojans 1 PHC Zebras 4

PHC advanced to the quarter-finals of the FA Challenge Cup with a resounding victory over First Division promotion chasers Somerset Trojans at Somerset Cricket Clu…

Ten bookings and one red card as Paget beat Social Club in cup

January 25, 2026

Paget 1 Young Men’s Social Club 0

Social Club goalkeeper Ryan Evans was sent off and had to be separated from assistant referee Stefan Maybury as Paget squeezed past Social Club in the FA Cup fir…

Senoj Mitchell hits hat-trick as Devonshire Colts beat Young Gunz

January 25, 2026

Devonshire Colts 6 Young Gunz Sound FC 0

Senoj Mitchell netted his second hat-trick of the season as Devonshire Colts hit Corona League opponents Young Gunz Sound FC for six to advance to the nex…

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Weather Forecast For Monday January 26

January 25, 2026

Monday, January 26 is expected to see some sunshine, showers develop then chance of thunder later, with the high to be near 23°C/74°F and the low to be near 17°C/63°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 90%. Sunrise will be at […]

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Caesar: feedback will determine way forward

January 25, 2026

The education minister highlighted that she has pupils’ best interests in mind as she continues to gather feedback that will shape the next steps of the schools transformation process.
Crystal Caesar …

Philip Woollins and Estienne Coetzee win Butterfield & Vallis 5K

January 25, 2026

There was an increase in participation for the Butterfield & Vallis 5K with 1,046 runners and walkers hitting the road on Sunday morning.
With conditions perfect for running, some of the island’s …

Fidelis appoints Mark Khan to leadership role

January 25, 2026

The Fidelis Partnership has appointed Mark Khan as head of broker relationships.
In his new role, Mr Khan will drive deal-by-deal execution of the firm’s broker strategy, with responsibility for gener…

Victoria Baxter appointed head of property treaty at Canopius

January 25, 2026

Canopius, a leading international speciality and property and casualty re/insurer, has appointed Victoria Baxter as head of property treaty in London effective immediately.
Ms Baxter has been appointe…

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Parliamentary association to host seminar for lawmakers

January 25, 2026

Lawmakers will be invited to take part in a seminar this week organised in collaboration with the UK branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association.
In a statement, a spokeswoman said the Bermud…

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Sanaa Morris Competes At Penn Elite Meet

January 25, 2026

Bermudian sprinter Sanaa Morris competed for Howard University at the 2026 Penn Elite meet held at the Jane and David Ott Center in Philadelphia this weekend. Morris participated in the 60-meter preliminaries, finishing 30th overall with a time of 8.07 seconds. She also contested the 400-meter event, where she secured 15th place after clocking a […]

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Education Minister On Transformation Steps

January 25, 2026

“I want to make it abundantly clear that no decisions have been made regarding the critical next steps in Education Transformation,” Minister of Education Crystal Caesar said. Minister Caesar said: “In December 2025, at my request, the Principals of Middle and Parish Primary Schools came together for a think‑tank session to review enrolment data, registration, […]

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Premier David Burt’s Trip To UK Cost $9,307.43

January 25, 2026

A trip in November 2025 by Premier David Burt to the United Kingdom cost $9,307.43, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from November 24, 2025 – December 1, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Premier and Minister of Finance, the Hon. E. David […]

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Motorists Engaging In Verbally Abusive Behaviour

January 25, 2026

The Ministry is “deeply concerned by reports of motorists engaging in verbally abusive and, in some cases, physically confrontational behaviour toward construction workers.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the motoring public to exercise patience, courtesy, and caution while travelling through the ongoing trenching works on Middle Road near […]

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North Village Rams & Devonshire Cougars Win

January 25, 2026

North Village Rams and Devonshire Cougars emerged victorious in their respective FA Challenge Cup matches. North Village Rams 2, Dandy Town Hornets 1 North Village Rams advanced to the next round with a 2-1 win over Dandy Town Hornets. North Village took the lead in the 15th minute when Amir Dill scored to put the […]

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Francis Patton’s winter swim celebrates 75 years of service

January 25, 2026

Members of a Hamilton Parish school community braved the elements yesterday morning and dived into cold waters to raise funds.
Francis Patton’s School’s Longtail Plunge featured island celebrities — i…

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Sunday Jan 25th: “Good News” Spotlight

January 25, 2026

BELCO welcoming seven new apprentices, Open Mat Bermuda winning three medals in Toronto, and Acting Major Jeffrey Patterson of the RBR Coast Guard Unit earning the PSEA Award were all among the positive news stories this past week. In additional good news, Madisyn Bobb won her heat for the UMBC women’s track team at the […]

Milan Gibbons-Thomas scores four as Bermuda off to flyer

January 24, 2026

Bermuda 7 Suriname 0

Milan Gibbons-Thomas scored four goals and provided two assists for Bermuda to get Bermuda off to a blistering start in the Concacaf Under-17 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers at …

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Ball Hockey: Positive & Spine & Sport Win

January 24, 2026

The Bermuda ball hockey winter league season continued at the PCC Hockey Rink with a double-header that produced 13 total goals. CG 0 Positive Image Dental 3 Positive Image Dental maintained first place in the standings with a 3–0 win over CG. After a scoreless opening period, Chris Allington gave Positive Image Dental the lead […]

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Milan Butterfield Scores For Halesowen

January 24, 2026

Bermuda footballer Milan Butterfield scored in Halesowen Town’s 4-0 win at home to St Ives Town in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Division Central today [January 24]. The midfielder netted his side’s second goal with a header in the 47th minute. Halesowen are third in the table. Related Stories Willie Clemons Scores In Leiston […]

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Willie Clemons Scores In Leiston Defeat

January 24, 2026

Footballer Willie Clemons scored for Leiston in their 3-2 defeat away to Harborough Town in the Southern League Premier Division Central today [January 24]. The Bermuda national team midfielder netted his side’s first goal with a strike from distance in the 31st minute. Leiston are eighth in the table. Harborough’s Bermudian winger Jutorre Burgess missed […]

Defendant dies overseas after fleeing Bermuda

January 24, 2026

An American accused of possessing more than $180,000 of criminal property died in custody in Florida after fleeing Bermuda while on bail.

John Claude Shefferly, 54, was charged last year with obta…

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Weather Forecast For Sunday January 25

January 24, 2026

Sunday, January 25 is expected to see developing sunny periods, showers moving in late night, with the high to be near 20°C/68°F and the low to be near 19°C/66°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be east. The relative humidity is expected to be near 75%. Sunrise will be at 7.17am […]

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Camerin Pickering Advances In Archery Event

January 24, 2026

Bermudian archer Camerin Pickering has advanced to the elimination rounds at the Lancaster Archery Classic after finishing 23rd in the qualification phase at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex. Competing in the men’s Olympic recurve division, Pickering scored 588 points from a possible 660 in the 60-arrow qualification round, placing him among the top qualifiers from […]

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Coleridge Fubler Helps Binfield Extend Run

January 24, 2026

Bermudian goalkeeper Coleridge Fubler has helped Binfield remain unbeaten in six football matches. Binfield won 3-2 at home against Hayes and Yeading in the Pitching In Isthmian League South Central Division One today [January 24]. Binfield, who have won their last three games, are nineteenth in the standings. Related Stories Portland Hearts Of Pine To […]

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‘Power of youth’ in focus on international education day

January 24, 2026

A worldwide observance focused on learning provided an opportunity to reflect on the urgency of preparing pupils for a rapidly evolving future, the Bermuda Union of Teachers said this afternoon.
The o…

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Leeward Islands Win 2026 T20 Blaze Title

January 24, 2026

Bermuda’s Katherine Bean-Rosario and the Leeward Islands Women secured the 2026 West Indies Women’s T20 Blaze title following a victory over Barbados via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern [DLS] method. The Leeward Islands finished the tournament with an undefeated record. After winning the toss at Arnos Vale Playing Field, the team elected to bat and posted 111 for […]

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Bobb Competes At Dr. Sander Scorcher Meet

January 24, 2026

Bermudian Madisyn Bobb represented the University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] at the Dr. Sander Scorcher held at the Armory Track & Field Center in New York City. Participating in the fifth heat, Bobb finished with a time of 58.78. This result placed her 22nd overall in the event. Related Stories Bermuda Athletes In Regional […]

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Ministry Pays Tribute to Gwen Johnson

January 24, 2026

The Ministry of Justice is paying tribute to the life and legacy of Gwen Nawa Johnson following her recent passing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Justice is deeply saddened by the passing of Gwen Nawa Johnson on 10 January 2026 and extends its sincere condolences to her family, friends, and colleagues. “Ms Johnson […]

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Netball Bermuda To Compete At CAC 2026

January 24, 2026

Netball Bermuda will take part in the 2026 Central America and Caribbean Games [CAC] in the Dominican Republic this summer. A spokesperson said, “Netball Bermuda is excited to announce its participation in The Central America and Caribbean Games [CAC] 2026 being held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic from the 24th July to 8th August 2026. […]

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Shipping Schedule: Week Starting January 24

January 24, 2026

The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday, January 24th. On Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Tuesday the Somers Isles container ship is expected. The weekly shipping schedule, which is subject to change, follows below [PDF here]: Related Stories Shipping […]

Sick and tired of being broke all the time

January 24, 2026

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Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: Jan 23 2026

January 24, 2026

January 23 saw 3,550 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $72,340.00 BD. 3,300 shares were traded by Allshores Limited, closing even at $21.80 per share, while the other 250 shares were traded by West Hamilton Holdings Ltd, closing down 78.7% at $1.60 per share. The BSX finished at 3,286.86, down 0.31% on […]

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Camerin Pickering Impresses in Lancaster

January 23, 2026

Archer Camerin Pickering has made a promising start to the Lancaster Archery Classic at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex. Pickering was among the first round of archers to compete at the 700,000-square-foot facility in Pennsylvania. After 60 arrows at the indoor distance of 18 metres, he posted a total of 588 out of 660. It […]

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Official Govt & Legal Notices For Jan 23 2026

January 23, 2026

The official Government and Legal notices for today [January 23] include contracts and notice of intention to construct a controlled plant. PATI – Digital Transformation Team – Ministry Of The Cabinet Office Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: PATI Contracts valued $50,000 or more Notice ID: GN0078/2026 Public Authorities / Department: Public Access to Information […]

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Weather Forecast For Saturday January 24

January 23, 2026

Saturday, January 24 is expected to see rain showers, with the high to be near 21°C/69°F and the low to be near 16°C/60°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be WNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 86%. Sunrise will be at 7:18am and sunset will be at 5:44pm. […]

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Police officers complete UK anti-money laundering course

January 23, 2026

Four police officers have completed specialised courses in combating money laundering.
Detective Chief Inspector Jason Smith, Leroy Mathurin, Crai Che Hall and Randy Alexander passed their exams after…

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Tribute to top legal mind and ‘loyal public servant’

January 23, 2026

The Ministry of Justice paid tribute to a lawyer who made an “extraordinary and lasting contribution” to Bermuda.
A statement discussed the achievements of Zambian-born Gwen Nawa Johnson, who joined t…