80th Agricultural Exhibition
80th Agricultural Exhibition (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
Royal Gazette
Scars says ‘probation hostel’ needed for sex offenders
The release of a convicted repeat sex offender without any known address has been criticised as unsafe by the head of a charity dealing with child sexual abuse.
Debi Ray-Rivers, the executive director…
Debi Ray-Rivers, the executive director…
Bermuda’s Black Golfers Week: Celebrity Game
Bermuda’s Black Golfers Week: Celebrity Game (Photographs by Akil Simmons)
WTW profits jump 65% to $206m
Willis Towers Watson, the global advisory, broking and solutions company has reported net income of $206 million for the first quarter of the year, an increase of 65 per cent year-over-year.
Diluted e…
Diluted e…
Interest expenses drive One Communications owner to $5.9m loss
ATN International Inc, the Massachusetts-based parent company of One Communications and Fireminds, has reported a net loss attributable to ATN stockholders of $5.9 million in the first quarter of the …
AIG finalises deal with Stone Point for private client MGA
American International Group has finalised its agreement with funds managed by private equity firm Stone Point Capital LLC to form Private Client Select Insurance Services, an independent managing gen…
Lancashire premium growth rises 22% as cat underwriting surges
Bermudian-based re/insurer Lancashire Holdings Limited has reported record first quarter gross premiums written of $586.2 million, an increase of 22.7 per cent year-on-year.
Issuing a trading statemen…
Issuing a trading statemen…
Police investigating five service station burglaries in six days
Police urged business owners to check their security systems after a string of reported burglaries at service stations across the island.
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said detectives wer…
A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said detectives wer…
Convex End-to-End will benefit five organisations
A fun three-mile walk and cycle event is due to take place on May 6 and will benefit five charities and organisations.
The Convex End-to-End Fun Walk & Cycle, now in its second year, starts at 2pm…
The Convex End-to-End Fun Walk & Cycle, now in its second year, starts at 2pm…
US visitor dies while snorkelling
Police are investigating the sudden death of an American cruise ship passenger who experienced difficulty while snorkelling.
A police spokesman said that around 11.22am yesterday emergency services we…
A police spokesman said that around 11.22am yesterday emergency services we…
Butterfield backs children’s sport charity
A youth programme putting children on a healthy course in life is being backed by Butterfield Bank.
The Family Centre’s Beyond Rugby and Beyond Yoga programmes are set to deliver more than 100 session…
The Family Centre’s Beyond Rugby and Beyond Yoga programmes are set to deliver more than 100 session…
Saltus transitioning to British Columbia curriculum
Saltus is to transition to the internationally recognised British Columbia curriculum from the next academic year.
After an in-depth review of various curricular options from around the world, a decis…
After an in-depth review of various curricular options from around the world, a decis…
Fund launched to help people taking part in Bermuda Day Parade
A fund has been launched to support participants the Bermuda Day Parade which this year carries the theme Bermudian Renaissance.
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, launched the B…
Owen Darrell, the Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport, launched the B…
Byron Scott backs Lakers for NBA glory as he prepares to play Port Royal
Byron Scott believes Los Angeles Lakers have a huge shot at landing another NBA title this year.
In Bermuda to compete on Thursday in the Celebrity Invitational Tournament, which forms part of Black G…
In Bermuda to compete on Thursday in the Celebrity Invitational Tournament, which forms part of Black G…
Shoulder injury forces Adrian Roach out of World Championships
Adrian Roach has been forced to withdraw from the World Amateur Boxing Championships as he continues to recover from injury.
Roach had hoped he would be fit to compete at the championships in Uzbekist…
Roach had hoped he would be fit to compete at the championships in Uzbekist…
Death, taxes and English rain
There are many positives to playing cricket in England — the fantastic grounds, the culture, playing with and against high-quality performers from here and overseas. But there is one constant you must…
Restaurant closed temporarily to ‘preserve staff wellbeing’
The House of India restaurant will close temporarily to “preserve the health and wellbeing” of staff members who have been without a vacation for two years.
The Indian restaurant in Pembroke issued a…
The Indian restaurant in Pembroke issued a…
Arch Capital posts Q1 profit of $705 million
Arch Capital Group has declared 2023 first quarter net income of $705 million, or $1.87 per share, a 22.3 per cent annualised net income return on average common equity.
This compares to $186 million,…
This compares to $186 million,…
Axis Capital posts Q1 profit of $173 Million
Axis Capital Holdings Limited, the Bermudian-based global specialty re/insurer, has reported net income available to common shareholders for the first quarter of 2023 of $173 million.
That compares to…
That compares to…
New committee members at Centennial Bermuda Foundation
Five people have joined the Centennial Bermuda Foundation’s grants review committees.
Centennial is Bermuda’s largest private philanthropic organisation and funds many non-profit projects and initiati…
Centennial is Bermuda’s largest private philanthropic organisation and funds many non-profit projects and initiati…
Daniel Rabun joins Borr Drilling board
The board of Borr Drilling Limited, the Bermudian-based oilfield services company, has appointed Daniel Rabun as a director to fill an existing vacancy.
The company said Mr Rabun has extensive industr…
The company said Mr Rabun has extensive industr…
Abir delegate to speak at Insurance Europe event
Suzanne Williams-Charles, the director of policy and regulation at the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers, is to be a featured panellist in June at Insurance Europe’s 13th International C…
Slump continues for retail sales
Retail sales volume in Bermuda decreased by 0.2 per cent year-over-year in January, according to figures released Wednesday by the Ministry of Economy and Labour.
That figure was determined after adju…
That figure was determined after adju…
Women play central role in Intellectual Property Day
The Registry General Wednesday joined a global observance of World Intellectual Property Day, reflecting on IP rights.
The theme for World IP Day 2023 is “Women and IP: Accelerating innovation and cre…
The theme for World IP Day 2023 is “Women and IP: Accelerating innovation and cre…
‘Bringing history and tradition back on track’
Politicians, soldiers and dignitaries gathered in King’s Square this morning for the 207th annual Peppercorn ceremony.
During the event, the Masonic Brothers from the St George’s Lodge pay the annual …
During the event, the Masonic Brothers from the St George’s Lodge pay the annual …
Charity looks to the future with appointment of two alumni
A skills development charity for young people has named two alumni as its assistant directors.
Seon Tatem and McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett have joined the board of Future Leaders Bermuda after showing “their…
Seon Tatem and McKenzie-Kohl Tuckett have joined the board of Future Leaders Bermuda after showing “their…
Food price inflation above 10% for fifth straight month
Food prices have risen by 10.1 per cent in the year leading up to January 2023, according to the latest Consumer Price Index report.
The figure has been above 10 per cent since last September.
The st…
The figure has been above 10 per cent since last September.
The st…
Deadline for Belco scholarships approaches
Engineering and finance students have until the end of this week to apply for scholarships being offered by Belco.
A company spokesman said that the aim of the programme, which is worth hundreds of t…
A company spokesman said that the aim of the programme, which is worth hundreds of t…
Sign up now as Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby just a month away
It’s exactly a month until the 114th edition of the Bermuda Half Marathon and this year’s winners will receive recognition for their exploits on the day of the race.
Sponsored by Argus, this year’s ev…
Sponsored by Argus, this year’s ev…
New committee members welcomed at Centennial
Five members of the public have joined the Centennial Bermuda Foundation’s Grant Review Committee.
The members will make recommendations for funding third-sector projects aligned with the organisation…
The members will make recommendations for funding third-sector projects aligned with the organisation…
Jason and Gary memorial tournament raises more than $7,000
The second annual Jason and Gary Memorial Six-A-Side Cricket Tournament has been hailed as a roaring success.
There was plenty of fun to be had for the entire family throughout the event, which was h…
There was plenty of fun to be had for the entire family throughout the event, which was h…
Royal Gazette reporter banned for drink-driving
A senior reporter for The Royal Gazette was banned from the roads this morning after he admitted driving while impaired.
Shaun Connolly, 50, pleaded guilty to the offence in Magistrates’ Court, saying…
Shaun Connolly, 50, pleaded guilty to the offence in Magistrates’ Court, saying…
Senior Golfers’ Charity donate $5,000 to Pals
Cancer charity Pals has benefited to the tune of $5,000 thanks to a donation from the Bermuda Senior Golfers’ Society.
The money was raised by members of the group at their annual charity tournament b…
The money was raised by members of the group at their annual charity tournament b…
Western Stars Angels edge Rainbows in women’s division
Western Stars Angels 9 Rainbows 8
Western Stars Angels won a a nail-biting game against Rainbows in the Women’s Softball League last week.
Angels prevailed 9-8, with wheir big inning coming in th…
Minister accused of showing ‘contempt’ for consultation
Parents and teachers of St George’s Preparatory School have accused Diallo Rabain, the Minister of Education, of “prejudice” against the school and showing “contempt” for consultation.
The school’s Pa…
The school’s Pa…
Investors will ‘take their money elsewhere’ if hotel SDO fails
The Fairmont Southampton investor group will take its money elsewhere if the sought-after special development order for the resort is not approved.
This is according to Chris Maybury, a longtime Berm…
This is according to Chris Maybury, a longtime Berm…
Concerns over future as PHC withdraw from domestic cricket league
Steven Douglas, cricket chairman of the Bermuda Cricket Board, has raised concerns over the future of domestic cricket after PHC withdrew from the upcoming campaign.
In advance of the new season, whic…
In advance of the new season, whic…
Stars of sport and entertainment descend on Bermuda
For those of you who like celebrity spotting, Port Royal Golf Course is the place to be seen tomorrow as stars from the worlds of sport and entertainment descend on Bermuda.
The Celebrity Golf Invitat…
The Celebrity Golf Invitat…
UK comms giant proposes move to Bermuda
The parent company of Liberty Global, the UK communications giant, is proposing to redomicile to the island.
A preliminary proxy statement has been filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission…
A preliminary proxy statement has been filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission…
St George to have mayoral battle as Gosling is unopposed
The Town of St George faces a battle for mayor as former holder of the office Quinell Francis has challenged incumbent George Dowling III for the post.
As nominations for the upcoming corporate electi…
As nominations for the upcoming corporate electi…
Fairmont Southampton timeline
December 2019: Gencom, a Miami-based hospitality real-estate investment and development firm, acquires the Fairmont Southampton by purchasing Westend Properties Limited. Karim Alibhai, Gencom’s fo…
Wilson refuses to say whether ambulance delays are acceptable
Kim Wilson, the Minister for Health, sidestepped questions on ambulance availability due to having to focus resources on LF Wade International Airport.
Asked about the situation, which has prompted …
Manulife considering move from Bermuda to Asia
Changing financial regulations are causing Canadian insurer Manulife to consider redomiciling to Hong Kong.
The change was triggered by an announcement last month that Hong Kong financial regulators a…
The change was triggered by an announcement last month that Hong Kong financial regulators a…
Digital marketing expert: websites still key for business
Since the pandemic began, many small businesses have been skipping website development altogether and going straight to social media promotion.
But Sean Masters, founder of digital marketing company S…
But Sean Masters, founder of digital marketing company S…
Records tumble as Middle School athletes shine in finals
Zydon Lightbourne-Furbert produced a stunning individual performance on a day when records were smashed at the Middle School Track and Field Finals.
Lightbourne-Furbert obliterated the 400-metre recor…
Lightbourne-Furbert obliterated the 400-metre recor…
Chubb reports strong first quarter results
Chubb Limited has reported first quarter net income of $1.89 billion, lower than the $1.95 billion for the same period in the prior year.
Core operating income was a record $1.84 billion, up 11.8 per…
Core operating income was a record $1.84 billion, up 11.8 per…
Bank price falls on NYSE
The RG/BSX Index fell 89.46 points, down 4.07 per cent to close at 2,109.91.
Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd. fell $2 (6.7 per cent) to close at $28.00 after 2,100 shares traded on the Bermuda Stock Exch…
Bank of N.T. Butterfield Ltd. fell $2 (6.7 per cent) to close at $28.00 after 2,100 shares traded on the Bermuda Stock Exch…
Schools fair to feature UK boarding schools
A boarding school broking organisation will introduce eight new UK boarding schools for Bermudian families to explore.
Beach Education will showcase the new schools during their annual UK Schools Educ…
Beach Education will showcase the new schools during their annual UK Schools Educ…
Francis Patton set to hold annual leadership day
Parents, families and members of the community are being invited to a school’s eighth annual leadership day.
Francis Patton Primary School will hold the event on Thursday, May 11, from 9am to 12.30pm,…
Francis Patton Primary School will hold the event on Thursday, May 11, from 9am to 12.30pm,…
Public notice issued over release of convicted sex offender
The Government today issued a public notice that sex offender Devaun Cox is to be released into the community on Thursday.
Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs, has …
Kathy Lynn Simmons, the Attorney-General and Minister of Legal Affairs, has …