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Support makes Pride ‘a beacon of hope and empowerment’

A longstanding backer of Bermuda Pride is on board again for ongoing celebrations culminating this weekend.
RenaissanceRe has been unveiled by the island’s only LGBTQ+ charity, OutBermuda, as its rain…

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SailGP returns to Bermuda in May 2026

SailGP will officially return to Bermuda in May next year as the organisation announced its 2026 calendar.
The Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix will officially take place in the Great Sound on May 9…

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Bermudians become Olympic ambassadors in Greece

Two of Bermuda’s young sports officials, Syriah Lottimore and Brandon Sousa, have just returned from a two-week trip of a lifetime to Greece as part of the International Olympic Academy.
Sousa and Lot…

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AM Best: Bermuda remains leader in offshore reinsurance

Bermuda continues to maintain its role as a driving force in offshore reinsurance, accounting for more than 40 per cent of total ceded reserves for US life/annuity writers in 2024, according to a new …

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HSBC back with celebrations for Cup Match sponsorship

Branch parties at HSBC Bermuda locations will be added to the line-up of Cup Match-related events as the bank will once again be lead sponsor for the Annual Classic.
A motorcade will also return to th…

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Marco Warren legacy lives on as boot he designed hits the market

A football boot that Marco Warren was designing when he died is now on sale in Bermuda.
Warren, a three-times Premier Division MVP, was captain of PHC when he passed away two years ago and at the time…

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Burch’s pen notes shed light on DeSilva rent deals

Handwritten notes by former Cabinet minister Lieutenant-Colonel David Burch justifying why the Government should rent office space from a company co-owned by Zane DeSilva, the Deputy Premier, have bee…

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US tensions drive tourists to Bermuda

A Bermuda holiday specialist has seen a big uptick in travel to the island as some Americans seek a quick escape from political tension.
“Many Americans are very unsettled and don’t want to get involv…

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Essential produce offloaded as docks hopeful of resuming normal operations

Essential produce was offloaded from the Oleander yesterday morning despite challenges brought about by an overtime ban and two broken cranes.
There was a huge backlog of empty shipping containers clo…

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Bermudian medic at centre of progress into cancer research

A Bermudian played a key role in groundbreaking research that led to the understanding of how a devastating cancer can spread — and ultimately prove fatal.
Natalie Peckett, a Bermuda High School gradu…

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Marianne Herbert (1948-2025): devoted dialysis nurse

A nurse known for her kind heart and having played a significant role in the lives of orphaned children in Haiti, is being remembered as a “beacon of compassion”.
The staff of the Dialysis Unit at Ki…

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Island to mark anniversary of 1959 Theatre Boycott

The island will mark the 66th anniversary of the Theatre Boycott in a series of events tomorrow.
The 1959 boycott — in which Black residents refused to attend cinemas, restaurants and hotels in protes…

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Prosecutors seek jail sentence for hit-and-run driver

A woman who admitted causing “horrendous” injuries to a motorcycle rider in a three-vehicle collision was warned that she could face time behind bars yesterday.
Melina Abanto Saldivar, 45, admitted ca…

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Bermuda Press releases interim results

The Bermuda Press (Holdings) Ltd has reported a half year loss of $238,000, compared to a loss of $568,000 for the same period last year.
The parent company to The Royal Gazette expressed optimism for…

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BSX-listed Hawley Group eyes future options

Bermuda Stock Exchange listed Hawley Group Limited has declared net income of $3.15 million for the fiscal year to December 31, more than double than that of the 2023 year of $1,499,000.
Incorporated …

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Aircraft lessor settlement claims proceed

Reinsurers can expect largely neutral language from a recent London court ruling in favour of aircraft lessors, according to a new report from Fitch Ratings.
The ruling allowed for recoveries under th…

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Fire service donates smoke detectors to seniors

Firefighters stepped forward to provide free smoke detectors to a seniors home in Pembroke as part of a commitment to public safety.
A spokesman for the Ministry of National Security said the Bermuda …

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Kenny Thompson links up with former Barcelona academy boss

Kenny Thompson is excited to work with former FC Barcelona Academy technical director Albert Puig in a collaboration geared towards delivering world-class player and coach education in Bermuda.
Thomps…

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Dylan Menzies impresses at New York regatta

Dylan Menzies offered another glimpse of his potential with an impressive showing at the ILCA US Championships in Long Island, New York.
The promising sailor finished nineteenth among a formidable fle…

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Shane Madeiros and Joshua Holder rule in Hamilton Harbour

Shane Madeiros and co-pilot Joshua Holder stamped their authority in Hamilton Harbour as powerboat racing made a spectacular return to the island’s capital on Sunday.
The duo came away with an impress…

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Nakisha’s green thumb earns top marks in competition

Gardeners from across the island were recognised this month as the Department of Health and the Department of Parks hosted the Bermuda Parish Garden Competition.
At an awards event, Nakisha Burgess wa…

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Industry expert: huge backlog of containers at dock

A massive backlog of empty shipping containers is clogging up Hamilton docks owing to a combination of an overtime ban and two broken-down cranes, The Royal Gazette has learnt.
An e-mail seen by this …

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Hamilton municipality candidates pledge to help City

The two candidates running in the election for a Corporation of Hamilton councillor have said that their main goal was to advocate on behalf of the City.
Mia Chambray and Michael Branco will go head-t…

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Courtenay Griffiths KC (1955-2025): respected legal advocate

A revered lawyer who represented a client in one of the island’s high-profile cases was a vocal campaigner for legal aid.
Courtenay Griffiths KC spoke publicly about legal aid cuts on clients of colou…

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Motor culture takes centre stage on Front Street

Classic cars and bikes lined Front Street yesterday as Scooter Mart Motor Fest returned to Hamilton.
The event, presented by Bermuda Charge, brought thousands of enthusiasts to the city to view the vi…

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Burt: granting Bermudian status a ‘red line’ for PLP

Disagreements about the granting of Bermudian status returned to the House of Assembly on Friday, with the Government drawing a line in the sand.
Ben Smith, the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, said d…

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Gilbert Institute holds final graduation ceremony

A primary school in Paget held its final graduation ceremony last week.
Gilbert Institute hosted nine children and their families during an emotional event for the Class of 2025 before the school shut…

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Ombudsman: improved communication needed

The Office of the Ombudsman has highlighted the importance of strong lines of communication in it’s latest annual report.
Michael DeSilva, the Ombudsman, highlighted the need within the Bermuda Ombuds…

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US lawmakers question AbbVie’s Bermuda tax practices

US pharmaceutical companies will be forced to answer questions this week from lawmakers, who have been grilling them on their history of using Bermuda for tax purposes.
Questions will also arise on ho…

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US ‘revenge tax’ bites the dust

Late last week, US lawmakers took the axe to the controversial Section 899 of the ruling Republican government’s sweeping tax bill.
The widely dubbed “revenge tax“ would have levied up to a 20 per cen…

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Southampton Rangers complete T20 league and cup double

Lord’s, St David’s (Southampton Rangers won toss): Southampton Rangers beat Western Stars by 116 runs)

Dalin Richardson and Dion Stovell took charge as Southampton Rangers completed the T20 First…

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Sinclair Smith thrilled to lift first trophy as St George’s captain

Lord’s (Bailey’s Bay won toss): St George’s beat Bailey’s Bay by 30 runs

St George’s produced a fine display to come away with a comfortable victory against Bailey’s Bay and tighten their grip on…

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Jarryd Dillas and Tracy Burgess land Stroke Play titles

Tracy Burgess and Jarryd Dillas were crowned Bermuda Amateur Stroke Play champions at Port Royal on Sunday.
After three rounds of action in dry, humid and challenging conditions both the men’s and lad…

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Pilgrim’s progress as triathletes finish bloodied and bruised

Nick Pilgrim and Maddie Durkin overcame some thrills, spills and intense heat to be named Liberty Mutual National Sprint Triathlon champions at Albouy’s Point on Sunday.
With the mercury rising throug…

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Ariel Re launches first wildfire cat bond

Ariel Re, the Bermudian‑based reinsurer, has issued its fifth Titania Re Ltd Series 2025‑1 catastrophe bond, this time with wildfire coverage for US and District of Columbia risks included for the fi…

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Bermudian boxers disappointed as fights rained out

Saundre “Dash” Simmons and Adrian Roach were left disappointed after their fights were cancelled when heavy rain left the ring waterlogged in Dockyard on Saturday night.
Simmons was seeking to extend …

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O’Briens play crucial role as Rec win Central Counties title

Devonshire Rec (Devonshire Rec won toss): Devonshire Rec beat Western Stars by 87 runs

George and Isaiah O’Brien played crucial roles to lead Devonshire Rec to consecutive Central Counties titles…

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UK reforms AML rules for business services

The UK Government has announced it will overhaul its anti-money laundering regulations for professional and business services firms by the end of 2025, aiming to make the rules clearer and more propor…

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BVI could be on ‘Grey List’ for years

A government official with the British Virgin Islands concedes it could take two years to escape the anti-money laundering grey list of jurisdictions “under increased monitoring”, after being placed t…

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Survey: most did not know their Pipa rights before Act came in

More than 60 per cent of surveyed residents were unaware of what their rights were under the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 just prior to its inception, a report revealed.
An Omnibus Survey …

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Minor injured in two-vehicle collision in Southampton

A nine-year-old boy was injured this evening in a two-vehicle collision in Southampton.
Police said the incident happened at about 7.40pm on Middle Road near its junction with Tribe Road No 3.
A spoke…

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Sargasso Sea Commission represented at UN Conference

The Sargasso Sea Commission shared its message of conservation at the UN Ocean Conference in France this month.
Fae Sapsford, a marine research fellow for the SSC, served as a delegate at the conferen…

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Khano Smith watches from stadium roof after being sent off

Khano Smith was forced to watch the second half of his side’s match from the roof after being sent off on Friday.
The Bermudian coach stood atop Centreville Bank Stadium after he was shown a red card …

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Hotels recognised for setting the hospitality benchmark

The Bermuda Tourism Authority celebrated three local hotels this week at the 2025 Bermuda Hospitality Service Standards Awards.
Grotto Bay Beach Resort and Spa won the Customer Service Excellence Awar…

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Dealing with a dishonest POA

Well, I have to admit I knew that I was likely to get some feedback on my recent article warning readers that not every person vested with power of attorney (POA) is a good choice for the role; howeve…

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Government’s no-nonsense approach to nicotine products

An “unchecked” rise in the availability of products that contain nicotine came under the spotlight as MPs heard that the Government is committed to closing loopholes that allow the goods to be sold wi…

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Watch: Saundre ‘Dash’ Simmons defends unbeaten record

Saundre “Dash” Simmons and his opponent Ian “Impact” Darby have promised to set the stage alight when they step into the ring for their light-heavyweight bout tonight.
The weigh-in for the fight took …

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St George’s and Bailey’s Bay poised for T20 KO Cup final showdown

Champions St George’s and Bailey’s Bay will square off in what promises to be an explosive Premier Division T20 KO Cup final derby showdown between the East End rivals at Lord’s in St David’s tomorrow…

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