Bermuda life insurer gains licence in Dubai
Transamerica Life Bermuda, the global high-net-worth life insurer, has been granted a license by the Dubai Financial Services Authority to establish a presence in Dubai International Financial Centre,…
Royal Gazette
Bigger insurance losses predicted this hurricane season
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be active, with 17 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes, roughly 125 per cent of the average between 1991 and 2020. That’s accordi…
Bike race to affect traffic next Sunday
A race by the Bermuda Bicycle Association will affect traffic in Paget and Southampton next Sunday, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said.
The Bermuda Junior Cycling Road Race will start a…
The Bermuda Junior Cycling Road Race will start a…
Children’s charity calls for mental health education
The Coalition for the Protection of Children has urged schools to introduce programmes aimed at supporting the mental wellbeing of students.
The charity, which offers its own Child Safety Matters and …
The charity, which offers its own Child Safety Matters and …
Aspen Re sees drop in profit despite premium growth
Aspen Re reported a steep drop in quarterly profit, as catastrophe losses and a weaker underwriting performance weighed heavily on results, despite solid growth in premiums.
Net income for the three m…
Net income for the three m…
Carey Olsen advises on $500m issuance
Carey Olsen has been recognised for its role in a landmark offshore bond transaction that has been named Marine Money’s Offshore Norwegian Bond Deal of the Year.
The firm served as Bermuda counsel to …
The firm served as Bermuda counsel to …
Abacus CEO earns chartered director designation
Megan Nesbitt, chief executive of Abacus Ltd, has achieved the Chartered Director designation from the Institute of Directors, the highest level of recognition in corporate governance and strategic le…
New leadership at cancer charity
An oncologist is the new chief executive of the Bermuda Cancer and Health Centre.
Chris Fosker, who has served as the charity’s medical director since 2016, was named designate CEO in November and ful…
Chris Fosker, who has served as the charity’s medical director since 2016, was named designate CEO in November and ful…
MarketPlace manager wins top US award
Tears of joy flowed at The MarketPlace in Hamilton today after one of the supermarket chain’s store managers won the top prize in a US-based awards programme.
Tahjae Welch, who works at The MarketPlac…
Tahjae Welch, who works at The MarketPlac…
Blockbusters set for Barr’s Bay Park
A free open-air movie night courtesy of the City of Hamilton makes its return this month.
Fresh Air Films: Sunset Cinema will bring guests to the waterside at Barr’s Bay Park on June 21 to enjoy two 2…
Fresh Air Films: Sunset Cinema will bring guests to the waterside at Barr’s Bay Park on June 21 to enjoy two 2…
Hamilton Princess continues as sponsor of Pride
The Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is once again a gold sponsor of the Bermuda Pride celebrations.
A statement said the resort will host an International Drag Brunch on June 29, when Pride celebra…
A statement said the resort will host an International Drag Brunch on June 29, when Pride celebra…
Berkeley students call on KEMH
Students at The Berkeley Institute gained hands-on knowledge in healthcare at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital in April.
Students enrolled in the school’s Health and Social Care courses visited the …
Students enrolled in the school’s Health and Social Care courses visited the …
Commissioner appointed head of Caribbean police organisation
The Commissioner of Police has been appointed the new head of an organisation of top Caribbean police officers.
Darrin Simons was elected president of the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Pol…
Darrin Simons was elected president of the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Pol…
Minister details ongoing education reform works
Updates on the island’s sweeping education reforms came to the Senate as the minister responsible said during the Budget debate that the overhaul would continue with transparency.
Crystal Caesar, who …
Crystal Caesar, who …
Updated work-permit policy open for public consultation
The public is invited to provide feedback on the Government’s updated work-permit policy which aims to set processing times for standard applications to 30 days.
The amended rules will be available fo…
The amended rules will be available fo…
BUEI to hold events marking World Oceans Day
The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute will be marking World Oceans Day with a series of events this weekend.
The celebrations start tomorrow with a screening of the 1966 classic surfing film Th…
The celebrations start tomorrow with a screening of the 1966 classic surfing film Th…
Nahki Wells ‘sad’ after coach Liam Manning leaves Bristol City
Nahki Wells has expressed his sadness after Bristol City head coach Liam Manning left the club to join Sky Bet Championship rivals Norwich City.
Manning ended weeks of speculation surrounding his futu…
Manning ended weeks of speculation surrounding his futu…
Bermuda thump Cayman to keep World Cup in sight
Bermuda 5 Cayman Islands 0
Bermuda head into their final Fifa World Cup second round qualifying match against Cuba on Tuesday with something to play for after despatching Cayman Islands at Flora…
Humble Ralph Scott out to inspire after huge overseas honour
Budding basketball star Ralph Scott was given a hero’s welcome on his return to Bermuda after he was voted MVP at the Basketball Without Borders Americas Camp in El Salvador.
When the 6ft 7in small fo…
When the 6ft 7in small fo…
Western Counties in turmoil over threats of Rangers no-show and PHC expulsion
The Western Counties Cup appears to be in turmoil with Southampton Rangers contemplating withdrawing from the series and PHC facing expulsion.
The Royal Gazette can reveal that Rangers are consid…
Court rejects civil action over Bittrex
The Supreme Court has swept aside a challenge to a Bermuda Monetary Authority decision notice made against Bittrex Global (Bermuda) Ltd last summer.
A court had already ordered the winding-up of the f…
A court had already ordered the winding-up of the f…
Chamber to dive deeper into housing crunch
More than 1,100 people in Bermuda are now facing some form of homelessness, according to the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce.
To address the problem, the chamber is holding a forum on housing solutions n…
To address the problem, the chamber is holding a forum on housing solutions n…
Digital transformation done right
As any specialised tech lawyer or technology consultant will tell you, digital transformation projects are not for the faint of heart.
The more innovative and untested the technology solutions are, an…
The more innovative and untested the technology solutions are, an…
Jury hears murder victim was carrying ‘very long blade’
A prosecution witness told a court how she saw a murder victim approach his alleged killer with “a very long blade” shortly before he was fatally stabbed.
Rodae Bascome testified on the first day of t…
Rodae Bascome testified on the first day of t…
ICO asked to review Pati reply on Corbishley hiring
The Information Commissioner has been asked to review whether Government House holds records of any communications with the British police force that employed Stephen Corbishley before he came to Berm…
Bermudian struts for Vogue Runway
A Bermudian took to the catwalk to model clothes for Vogue Runway for the second time last month.
Minaya Wainwright, who graduated recently from Savannah College of Art and Design in Georgia with a d…
Minaya Wainwright, who graduated recently from Savannah College of Art and Design in Georgia with a d…
Minister pledges progress for island’s prisons
The Minister of Justice has told the Senate that she understands the challenges facing the Department of Corrections and that progress is being made one step at a time.
Kim Wilkerson, who is also the …
Kim Wilkerson, who is also the …
School appeals ruling to send historical sex abuse case to trial
A school has argued against a Civil Court ruling that approved of a trial on its handling of an historical sex abuse case.
The school, which cannot be named for legal reasons, appealed a June 2024 jud…
The school, which cannot be named for legal reasons, appealed a June 2024 jud…
Campaign explores social housing as solution for crisis
The “commodification of housing” in Bermuda will be challenged as part of an upcoming campaign.
Bermuda Is Love will lead the charge on the Bermuda Is Home drive that also advocates for housing as a h…
Bermuda Is Love will lead the charge on the Bermuda Is Home drive that also advocates for housing as a h…
Scaled-down BHB spending outlined in Budget
Cost-saving measures that have put a strain on the Bermuda Hospitals Board were outlined during the Senate debate on the Budget.
Lauren Bell, the junior health minister, said that as of last February,…
Lauren Bell, the junior health minister, said that as of last February,…
New Berkeley Institute Key Club members installed
The Berkeley Institute Key Club, a youth-led service organisation sponsored by the charity Kiwanis International, has welcomed 24 young members into its ranks.
The charter and pinning ceremony for stu…
The charter and pinning ceremony for stu…
Man denies possession of ninja stars
A man has denied unlawful possession of several unusual weapons, including a sword cane and ninja throwing stars.
Damien Ingemann, 45, plead not guilty yesterday to two counts of possession of a sword…
Damien Ingemann, 45, plead not guilty yesterday to two counts of possession of a sword…
Bermuda thump Cayman to hold chance of World Cup progress
Bermuda 5 Cayman Islands 0
Bermuda head into their final Fifa World Cup second round qualifying match against Cuba on Tuesday with something to play for after despatching Cayman Islands at Flora…
Live Blog: Stanley Cup Final, Game 1
Welcome to Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, featuring the Edmonton Oilers against defending champions Florida Panthers in a repeat of last year.
Back then, the Panthers prevailed in seven games.
Have …
Back then, the Panthers prevailed in seven games.
Have …
BMA to test insurers’ strength in crisis
The Bermuda Monetary Authority is asking local insurers to show how they would hold up in a scenario similar to the 2008 global financial crisis.
The new stress test applies to all commercial long-ter…
The new stress test applies to all commercial long-ter…
Arch Re announces leadership changes
Arch Reinsurance Group has promoted senior leaders across its global operations, including Bermuda and Europe.
William Soares has been appointed president of Arch Reinsurance Ltd, the company’s Bermud…
William Soares has been appointed president of Arch Reinsurance Ltd, the company’s Bermud…
Kennedys reports record $500m revenue
International law firm Kennedys has posted record revenue of £428 million (about $551 million) for the financial year ending April 30, marking a 13 per cent increase and the firm’s 11th consecutive y…
Brookfield Renewable to issue C$250M of green subordinated hybrid notes
Power-asset firm Brookfield Renewable has agreed to issue C$250 million (US$182.81 million) aggregate principal amount of fixed-to-fixed reset rate subordinated hybrid notes due September 10.
Hybrid n…
Hybrid n…
Fairmont saddened at passing of employee
A 56-year-old man has been identified as the individual who succumbed to his injuries after an industrial accident at the Fairmont Southampton Hotel in April.
Thomas Lauwaske Jones, a father of three,…
Thomas Lauwaske Jones, a father of three,…
Ocean Wilsons finalises sale of Wilson Sons stake
The Bermuda investment holding company Ocean Wilsons has completed the sale by its wholly-owned subsidiary, OW Overseas (Investments) Limited, of its 56 per cent interest in Wilson Sons SA to SAS Ship…
Quiet day on BSX
The RG/BSX Index ended unchanged at 2,778.39 with no shares traded.
On the New York Stock Exchange, Butterfield Bank fell 8 cents (0.19 per cent) and closed at $42.19.
On the New York Stock Exchange, Butterfield Bank fell 8 cents (0.19 per cent) and closed at $42.19.
Primary School Pickleball Festival
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Independent candidates promise to continue movement
A raft of independent election candidates have come together and pledged to continue working for Bermuda despite incurring election losses.
A spokeswoman said the People’s Independent Coalition repres…
A spokeswoman said the People’s Independent Coalition repres…
‘Community’s college’ to promote event facilities
The Bermuda College is appointing an events co-ordinator to increase community engagement and highlight its venue spaces.
The events, rooms and communications co-ordinator will help to manage a diver…
The events, rooms and communications co-ordinator will help to manage a diver…
Call for tree trimming as hurricane season begins
Belco has urged customers to get prepared for storms now that the 2025 hurricane season is under way.
A spokesman for the energy supplier said that the company was “prepared and ready” to respond to h…
A spokesman for the energy supplier said that the company was “prepared and ready” to respond to h…
Cecoy Robinson replaces Quincy Hunt as PHC head coach
Cecoy Robinson has been appointed as head coach of PHC Zebras.
The Premier Division club have confirmed that the former Zebras striker and captain has succeeded Quincy Hunt, who leaves the role after …
The Premier Division club have confirmed that the former Zebras striker and captain has succeeded Quincy Hunt, who leaves the role after …
Western Counties in turmoil as Rangers may withdraw and PHC face expulsion
Southampton Rangers are contemplating withdrawing from this year’s Western Counties series.
The Royal Gazette can reveal that Rangers are considering pulling out of the competition after being den…
Watch: Clyde Best receives doctorate and will speak at Oxford Union
Bermuda football legend Clyde Best will speak at the historic Oxford Union next week.
The Oxford Union, based at Oxford University, is the world’s most prestigious debating society and was set up by 2…
The Oxford Union, based at Oxford University, is the world’s most prestigious debating society and was set up by 2…
Manders and James to fore as Smith’s Sixers are blown away
North Field, National Sports Centre (Pembroke won toss): Pembroke Panthers beat Smith’s Sixers by 71 runs
Pembroke Panthers blew away Smith’s Sixers to record their first win in the Bermuda Smas…