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The island’s power grid has recovered after the overnight brush with Hurricane Melissa last week left about 19,000 Belco customers in the dark on Friday morning.
Belco advised that electricity had bee…

Bermuda pack punch at Pickleball World Cup

November 4, 2025

For a brief moment, Bermuda were on par with the best teams on the planet at the Pickleball World Cup.
After finishing group I unbeaten with victories over Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Bosnia, Bermuda’s po…

Gold Reserve seeks to halt Citgo sale over alleged adviser conflicts

November 4, 2025

Gold Reserve Ltd has asked an American appeals court to halt the court-supervised sale of shares in Citgo Petroleum’s American parent company, alleging that the process has been tainted by undisclosed…

Gibbons opens luxury home goods store

November 4, 2025

To avoid new import taxes in the United States, Gibbons Company is sourcing fewer items from North America, its chief executive has revealed.
The head of Gibbons Company said import taxes enacted in t…

Claims professionals tackle real-world disasters

November 4, 2025

A fifth of insurance payouts after Hurricane Melissa could originate from Bermuda’s reinsurance market, according to experts at a recent event that highlighted how local claims professionals play a c…

Butterfield remains cautious about crypto

November 4, 2025

Butterfield Bank will keep an eye on the development of cryptocurrency as more American companies explore its value.
Analysts at the bank’s third-quarter earnings call sought its position on crypto fr…

Teekay profit surges as tanker rates strengthen

November 4, 2025

Teekay Tankers Ltd, one of Bermuda’s leading shipping companies, reported third-quarter net income of $92.1 million, or $2.66 per share, up sharply from $62.6 million in the previous quarter, as the f…

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Return to House of Assembly comes with no Throne Speech

November 4, 2025

Legislators will return to the House of Assembly on Friday after MPs went on break at the end of September.
It will not come with the November tradition of the Reconvening of the Legislature with the …

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TCD: commercial vehicle permits now online

November 3, 2025

Owners of commercial vehicles will benefit from the latest move to go digital at the Transport Control Department, with applications online at forms.gov.bm.
The commercial vehicle permit is required f…

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Local lawyers support colleagues in Anguilla

November 3, 2025

Prosecutors in Bermuda and Anguilla are working together as part of a new collaboration intended to share expertise across the region.
The Department of Public Prosecutions announced that it had begun…

WCL launches digital treaty placement platform

November 3, 2025

Web Connectivity Limited, a Zywave company, has launched an enhanced platform for treaty risk placement in Bermuda.
A spokesman for the firm said this marked a major milestone in the digital transform…

Local banks keep solid capital position in Q2 says BMA

November 3, 2025

Bermuda’s banking sector maintains a solid capital position, with total assets of $24.5 billion, representing a slight increase of 0.4 per cent, according to the Bermuda Monetary Authority’s second qu…

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Island’s privacy commissioner office joins global exercise

November 3, 2025

Data protection regulators in Bermuda are this week taking part in an international sweep to check what protections are in place on sites and apps often used by children.
More than 30 authorities from…

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Island affirms support for school inclusivity at conference

November 3, 2025

A conference last month in Bridgetown, Barbados on disabilities and inclusive education heard from Crystal Caesar, the Minister of Education.
Ms Caesar attended the Caribbean Disability Network’s seco…

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Consultation launched on jury system overhaul

November 3, 2025

The Ministry of Justice has formally launched public consultation on reforms to the island’s jury system, including proposals for smaller juries.
Kim Wilkerson, the Attorney-General and Minister of Ju…

Docosoft and BFIS launch claims event

November 3, 2025

Docosoft, an insurance and reinsurance claims technology provider, has partnered with the Bermuda Foundation for Insurance Studies to launch the inaugural Future Claims Bermuda event, held today at t…

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Young Bermudians among honour guard in UK parade

November 3, 2025

Cadets with the Bermuda Sea Cadet Corps turned out last month to represent the island during the pomp and ceremony of the National Trafalgar Day Parade in London.
The parade, held to mark the 220th an…

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Man found unresponsive with suspected drugs after crash

November 3, 2025

A man who was discovered unresponsive on a golf course and with head injuries after crashing his motorcycle on Saturday evening has been bailed to appear in court.
Police said they found a substance …

Nahki Wells thrilled with FA Cup goals

November 3, 2025

Nahki Wells is delighted to have played an integral role in Luton’s FA Cup first-round conquest of Forest Green Rovers.
The Bermudian scored twice and registered an assist as the Hatters survived a re…

Sailor Rockal Evans on podium again in Asia

November 3, 2025

Rockal Evans and his team-mates battled their way to a second successive podium finish in the Thailand Platu Championship at the weekend.
The Bermudian sailor served as tactician on-board British helm…

Hamilton Parish on verge of BFA ban after forfeit

November 3, 2025

Hamilton Parish forfeited their First Division match against league leaders Somerset Trojans at Somerset Cricket Club on Sunday.
Parish coach Makhail Saltus confirmed that his team did not have enough…

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Man denies killing of woman found in Warwick

November 3, 2025

A man today denied killing a woman who was found unresponsive in Warwick in May.
Jamie Cann Jr, 30, pleaded not guilty to unlawfully killing 29-year-old Honnée Smith when he appeared before the Suprem…

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Green family donate $100,000 to cancer charity

November 3, 2025

A donation of $100,000 over five years is to support a charity’s work in cancer prevention, early detection and ensuring equal access to care.
The Green family have committed the funds to Bermuda Can…

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Trash truck crashes through wall in Paget

November 3, 2025

A trash truck this afternoon broke through a wall and down an embankment on South Road in Paget.
The Bermuda Police Service said in a statement on social media that a single-vehicle road traffic incid…

Fresh faces in Bermuda squad for World Cup qualifiers

November 3, 2025

Head coach Michael Findlay has named some fresh faces in the Bermuda squad for the final two World Cup qualifiers against Curaçao and Trinidad & Tobago.
Former Bermuda under-17 captain Logan Jimen…

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College launches mural project with Bermuda Walls

November 3, 2025

The walls of the Bermuda College campus will soon be adorned with murals created by students thanks to a new partnership effort.
Two large-scale pieces of art will be added at the site in a collaborat…

Cambridge Beaches Bermuda Triathlon 2025

November 3, 2025

Cambridge Beaches Bermuda Triathlon 2025 (Photographs by Ras Mykkal)

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Bermuda For Jamaica

November 3, 2025

Bermuda For Jamaica: United in support after Hurricane Melissa (Photographs by Akil Simmons and Blaire Simmons)

Rugby Classic 2025 Day 1&2

November 3, 2025

Rugby Classic 2025 Day 1 & 2 (Photographs by Ras Mykkal)

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St Paul’s Holiday Market

November 3, 2025

Holiday Market at St’ Paul’s (Photographs by Blaire Simmons)

Springboks get World Rugby Classic defence off to flyer

November 3, 2025

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Debutant Charles Mayeza scored a hat-trick of tries as the Classic Springboks started their World Rugby Classic title defence with a huge triumph over Clas…

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Renewed call for MPs to debate ‘land grabs’

November 3, 2025

A man whose family lost a substantial portion of property in the West End has renewed his call for the commission that investigated the issue to have its findings debated in the House of Assembly.
Geo…

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Outpouring of support for hurricane relief effort

November 3, 2025

The community has answered a call to help people in Jamaica, where parts of the country have been devastated by Hurricane Melissa last week.
More than 180 volunteers came out at the weekend to support…

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Charity: no barriers to screening for chronic kidney disease

November 3, 2025

A charity has underscored the importance of early detection of chronic kidney disease as it encouraged people to take advantage of free screenings.
Lori Rockhead, the Bermuda Diabetes Association’s ex…

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New boss to steer sailing charity back to success

November 3, 2025

A former investment banker, reinsurance broker and entrepreneur with lifelong sailing experience has been appointed as the new executive director of the Bermuda Sloop Foundation.
The charity that supp…

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Vendors start holiday season with Christmas market

November 3, 2025

Small business owners brought Bermuda residents into the Christmas shopping season during a vendors showcase over the weekend.
The holiday market at St Paul’s Anglican Church in Paget featured more th…

Springboks get Rugby Classic defence off to flyer

November 2, 2025

Classic Springboks 44 Classic Eagles 3

Debutant Charles Mayeza scored a hat-trick of tries as the Classic Springboks started their World Rugby Classic title defence with a huge triumph over Clas…

St George’s fight back twice against Social Club

November 2, 2025

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Malachi Trott scored a beautiful free-kick 12 minutes from time to secure St George’s a battling draw with Young Men’s Social Club at a soggy Police Field …

Senoj Mitchell hat-trick fires Colts to top of table

November 2, 2025

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A Senoj Mitchell hat-trick catapulted Devonshire Colts to the top of the Premier Division as they handed X-Roads their first loss of the season at Lord’s on …

Devonshire Cougars and PHC share points

November 2, 2025

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Devonshire Cougars and PHC Zebras played to an entertaining draw at Devonshire Rec on Sunday with all four goals coming in an action-packed first half.
Despite the four…

Olympians on top at Cambridge Beaches

November 2, 2025

Olympians Tyler Smith and Erica Hawley put in dominant displays to triumph at the Cambridge Beaches Bermuda Triathlon on Sunday.
Smith, who completed his first full triathlon since Paris, was the over…

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Campaigners urged to get fundraising licences

November 2, 2025

The Government has warned the public that temporary fundraising licences must be secured before soliciting donations.
A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Youth, Social Development and Seniors said that …

CCRIF to pay out $70.8m to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

November 2, 2025

The Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility SPC has announced a record payout of $70.8 million to the Government of Jamaica following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa — the largest si…

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Bermuda Diabetes Association announces events calendar

November 2, 2025

Seven public events have been planned by the Bermuda Diabetes Association for November to help spread awareness and build community.
The activities will recognise Diabetes Awareness Month and encourag…

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Youth and grieving discussed at mental health conference

November 2, 2025

A grief specialist urged Bermudians to shift their attitudes and break the silence surrounding loss.
Charmaine Richardson believes that masking emotions is culturally accepted in Bermuda — but can ca…

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Rider hurt after serious crash in Paget

November 1, 2025

A motorcycle rider was taken to hospital with serious injuries this evening after a crash on South Road, police said.
It is believed that the collision happened as several other riders attempted to ov…

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Draft landlord bill laid out in virtual information session

November 1, 2025

Plans for legislation to better protect landlords and tenants were laid out as a consultation period for the Bill came to a close.
The Ministry of Home Affairs hosted a virtual forum on Wednesday nigh…

Classic Springboks aim to play hard ball

November 1, 2025

Classic Springboks players have promised to be ruthless as they seek to defend their title at the World Rugby Classic, which starts tonight at North Field, National Sports Centre.
Centre Japie Nel, a…

BermudAir organises hurricane relief flight to Jamaica

November 1, 2025

BermudAir is to put on a relief flight to Jamaica with aid for those affected by Hurricane Melissa.
The Bermuda-Jamaica Hurricane Melissa Relief Airlift is being organised between the airline and the…

Carla Seely: Retiring abroad series

November 1, 2025

First on my list for research is the city of Dubai, located in the United Arab Emirates. I am sure this comes as a surprise, given the conservatism of Arab nations. However, anyone who knows me well …