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Husayn Symonds promoted at Biltir

August 11, 2026

Husayn Symonds has been promoted to membership and stakeholder engagement officer with Bermuda International Long Term Insurers and Reinsurers.
The regulatory policy analyst, communicator and organisa…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Young goalkeeper joins English academy

August 11, 2026

Bermudian goalkeeper Quincy Ratteray has joined Future Pro Academy in England.
On Monday, the Coventry-based academy announced Ratteray’s arrival. The youngster made the switch following his brilliant…

Business / Royal Gazette

Bank price rises 1.41%

August 11, 2026

The Royal Gazette/BSX Index remained at 3,948.83 in the absence of trading on the Bermuda Stock Exchange.
Meanwhile, Butterfield Bank rose 88 cents or 1.41 per cent on the New York Stock Exchange to c…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

A vision to restore Elbow Beach to its former glory

August 11, 2026

The Loren pushes ahead with its plan to revitalize the Elbow Beach Resort

The Loren Hotels has submitted an application for In-Principle Planning Approv

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Young athletes and coaches recognized

August 11, 2026

On August 5, the Department of Sport and Recreation hosted the 2026 National Junior Athlete Sponsorship Programme (NJASP) Awards Ceremony, recognizing Bermuda’s

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

OBA on road safety: What’s going to change?

August 11, 2026

Statement by Shadow Minister of National Security, Governance and Artificial Intelligence Jarion Richardson JP MP

The Government’s decision to bring Transp

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

‘People have nothing to fear’

August 11, 2026

When we asked islanders why so many people drove too fast for our roads, a consensus emerged: Lack of a strong deterrent

As concerns rise about the volume of

News / Royal Gazette

PLP: Government will not ‘jeopardise’ US travel rights

August 11, 2026

No moves will be made by the Progressive Labour Party government that would risk the ability of Bermudians to travel to the United States, the PLP insisted today.
The party said that it recognises the…

News / Royal Gazette

The Loren moves ahead with Elbow Beach Hotel redesign

August 11, 2026

The Loren Hotels group has submitted an in-principle planning application to restore the historic Elbow Beach Hotel.
It said that the proposal features a scaled-down design and is expected to maintain…

News / Royal Gazette

Visitor injured in collision on Middle Road, Southampton

August 11, 2026

A visitor was reportedly injured today after a collision between a livery cycle she was riding and a car near Industrial Park Road in Southampton.
A police spokeswoman said: “Initial information sugge…

Bernews / Business

Loren’s Plans To Redevelop Elbow Beach Hotel

August 11, 2026

The Loren Hotels has submitted an In-Principle Planning Approval application to redevelop the Elbow Beach Hotel into a ”luxury resort comprising 76 guestrooms and 22 detached villas that will operate as part of the resort’s rental inventory, with an anticipated opening in 2029 following extensive reconstruction.” A spokesperson said, “The Loren Hotels has submitted an application …

Bernews / Sport

Junior Athletes & Coaches Earn NJASP Awards

August 11, 2026

On August 5, the Department of Sport and Recreation hosted the 2026 National Junior Athlete Sponsorship Programme [NJASP] Awards Ceremony, “recognizing Bermuda’s outstanding junior athletes and coaches while reaffirming the Government’s commitment to developing the island’s sporting talent.” Acting Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, Senator Kim Wilkerson said, “The National Junior Athlete …

Bernews / News

HAB Awards $30,000 To Four Candy Stripers

August 11, 2026

The Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda awarded a total of $30,000 in education scholarships to four Candy Stripers, with Jorai Laurenceo, Nahla Woods, Varshini Srinivasan and Syesha Sampson each receiving $7,500. A spokesperson said, “Four local candy stripers received financial awards totalling $30,000 when the Hospitals Auxiliary of Bermuda [HAB] presented cheques to: Jorai Laurenceo Nahla …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Limits on women’s education in Afghanistan will likely further weaken school quality, UNESCO says

August 11, 2026

Five years after the Taliban returned to power, about 2.4 million girls in Afghanistan are unable to attend secondary school, while more than 2 million primary

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Ash cloud from Sicily’s Mount Etna volcano disrupts Malta flights

August 11, 2026

A spokesperson said 19 flights had been cancelled by mid-afternoon on Tuesday and several other flights had been significantly delayed

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Colombia quake death toll tops 200 as rescuers race to find survivors

August 11, 2026

The 7.4-magnitude earthquake, the most powerful to strike the South American country in decades, tore through Colombia’s coffee-growing heartland early on Monda

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

French press body asks competition watchdog to take action over Google AI

August 11, 2026

The group has called on the regulator to make a decision similar to that which ordered Meta to put forward a payment plan and resume talks with traditional medi

News / Royal Gazette

Youth Entrepreneur Expo to take place on City Hall lawn

August 11, 2026

Budding business owners will display their products and services at a free exhibition this weekend.
The Youth Entrepreneur Expo, hosted by the Office of Youth Affairs, will showcase businesses from ch…

News / Royal Gazette

Group offers snow experience in Vermont

August 11, 2026

A snow sports group is offering an opportunity for an aspiring skier or snowboarder in Bermuda to take to the slopes in Vermont in the United States in February.
The Bermuda Ski and Snowboard Associat…

News / Royal Gazette

Diabetes charity capitalises on AI technology

August 11, 2026

The Bermuda Diabetes Association is partnering with a United States-based company to use AI technology in a free screening exercise for chronic kidney disease this month.
The BDA said that the partner…

Bernews / Sport

Video: Formula 1 Features Honor Brady

August 11, 2026

Bermudian engineer Honor Brady has been featured in an official Formula 1 video, with the principal circuit engineer discussing her career journey and the work required behind the scenes at Formula 1 events. Ms Brady explained that she had long been interested in Formula 1 and, after attending the Monaco Grand Prix in May 2022, …

News / Royal Gazette

Starfish take spotlight at BUEI

August 11, 2026

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute has invited families to learn more about the humble starfish at its next Kids Hour Saturday event.
The event series, held on the third Saturday of the mont…

Bernews / Sport

Cairo Burgess Joins Woodstock Academy

August 11, 2026

Bermudian footballer Cairo Burgess is set to continue his development at Woodstock Academy in Connecticut. Burgess, who previously attended Somersfield Academy, will attend Woodstock alongside compatriot Isaac Todd. Burgess has also played for Bascome FC. Related Stories Isaac Todd To Attend Woodstock Prep Chikosi Basden Signs For Haringey Borough Blayz Borgesson Signs For Burnley BFA …

Bernews / Sport

Okera Bascome Scores 46 Runs In Defeat

August 11, 2026

Okera Bascome scored 46 runs in Coventry & North Warwickshire’s 80-run home defeat against Marston Green First XI in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division at the weekend. Batting at No 7, Bascome faced 28 balls, hitting six fours and one six. His team scored 140 all out off 32.1 overs. Batting first, Coventry …

Bernews / Sport

Chare Smith Takes Two Wickets In Defeat

August 11, 2026

Chare Smith took two wickets in Frenchay First XI’s 134-run defeat away to Knowle First XI in the West of England Premier Cricket League Bristol & North Somerset at the weekend. The seam bowler finished with two for 66 off ten overs as Knowle scored 282 for six off 50 overs. In reply, Frenchay scored …

Bernews / News

Video: Interns Joanna Anderson & Amira Gift

August 11, 2026

Bermuda Is Love has launched its first two-week paid internship programme, giving two students hands-on experience in advocacy and community issues affecting Bermuda. Joanna Anderson and Amira Gift explored issues including food sovereignty, housing, justice and healthcare through meetings with community leaders, government officials and legal professionals. Adam Crichlow, founder of Bermuda Is Love, told …

News / Royal Gazette

Support for charity’s ‘meaningful’ gardening programme

August 11, 2026

A $25,000 grant will help a charity offer horticultural skills and practical training to people in recovery from substance use challenges.
A statement said the contribution from the Fidelis Foundation…

News / Royal Gazette

Bermuda Is Love campaigns to start tenants union

August 11, 2026

A human rights charity has partnered with a tenants association to form Bermuda’s first union for leaseholders’ rights.
Bermuda Is Love and the Bermuda Autonomous Tenants Association launched #Tenants…

Bernews / Sport

Spinner Cameron Jeffers Claims Two Wickets

August 11, 2026

Cricketer Cameron Jeffers claimed two wickets in Bristol West Indian Phoenix First XI’s three-wicket defeat away to Keynsham First XI in the West of England Premier League Bristol & North Somerset at the weekend. Batting first, Bristol were bowled out for 225 in 48.2 overs, with Jeffers, batting at No. 9, run out for 13. …

Bernews / Sport

Manders And Jones To Defend Titles

August 11, 2026

Gavin Manders and Benjamin Jones will look to retain their men’s doubles crown when they compete in the Jamaica International Pickleball Open in Kingston next month. Manders and Jones defeated Canadian Ernesto Fajardo and Jamaican Kobi Stiebel 11-4, 11-7 in the final at the Pickle & Chill last year. Former tennis player Manders is the …

Bernews / Business

Youth Entrepreneur Expo Set For August 15

August 11, 2026

Bermuda’s young entrepreneurs will take centre stage at the Youth Entrepreneur Expo on Saturday, August 15, showcasing their creativity, innovation and business ventures at City Hall Front Lawn. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Youth, Social Development & Seniors, through the Office of Youth Affairs, invites the public to celebrate Bermuda’s next generation of …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Consulate reaffirms that visa-free travel is controlled by the U.S. Government

August 11, 2026

Statement notes visa-free travel is governed by U.S. policy and may be revised over time

Media Release:

In response to recent questions from the pub

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Thai PM suspends firearm purchase licences after school shooting

August 11, 2026

Anutin directed a deputy prime minister overseeing legal affairs to expedite a new gun control law, with stronger controls and significantly harsher penalties

Bernews / Business

Ministry On Modular Home Costs & More

August 11, 2026

“While final project costs are not yet available, the capsule homes are expected to be substantially less expensive than traditional residential construction,” the Government said. Total Of Nine Capsule Homes For The Project A listing late last year in the official notices stated that $207,730.00 was spent with Henan Sinova Enterprise Co Ltd for “Capsule …

Bernews / Business

Tom Ault Appointed L&G Reinsurance CEO

August 11, 2026

L&G Reinsurance has appointed Tom Ault as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Amy Ellison, who moves into a new role as Chief Internal Auditor for Legal & General. A spokesperson said, “A new chapter for L&G Reinsurance. On 1 August, we welcomed Tom Ault as Chief Executive Officer. “Tom joined the business in 2019 as Chief …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

US fuel sales to Cuban business bring a glimpse of capitalism to Havana

August 11, 2026

Oil shipments from Cuba’s traditional suppliers Venezuela and Mexico ended abruptly after the U.S. ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in January. U.S.

Bernews / Business

AM Best On Global Reinsurance Segment

August 11, 2026

“The global reinsurance segment is at a critical inflection point as reinsurers’ strong earnings since 2023 have driven robust capital generation,” AM Best said. The ratings agency said, “With reinsurers’ capital now at record levels, growing competition is increasing pressure on reinsurance pricing, particularly in property lines, and according to a new AM Best report, the key …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Extreme heat becoming more frequent and intense, UN agency says

August 11, 2026

Parts of Europe are enduring their fifth heatwave of a summer marked by drought, wildfires and record-breaking temperatures

International News via Reute

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

European power prices jump as heatwave curbs French nuclear output, German wind

August 11, 2026

Successive heatwaves in Europe have seen temperatures rise to unprecedented levels, causing water shortages, wildfires, and some deaths

International Ne

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK stats office sees switch to improved jobs market survey in November 2027

August 11, 2026

A recent assessment showed it was too soon to start a transition to the Transformed Labour Force Survey (TLFS) and it was also too early to publish “research ou

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Ebola deaths surpass 2,000 in Democratic Republic of Congo

August 11, 2026

The latest data from Congo’s public health institute, seen by Reuters, also reported 4,381 confirmed cases across five provinces

International News via

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

European stocks pause near record highs as oil rally keeps investors cautious

August 11, 2026

The pan-European STOXX 600 was little changed at 659.84, as of 0844 GMT, fluctuating between modest gains and losses near the record highs reached earlier this

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Sterling meanders ahead of key data, pre-budget volatility at multi-year low

August 11, 2026

Sterling was last at $1.3597 and 85.42 pence per euro, flat on both on the day, though towards the top of its recent range on the dollar

International N

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Carla Watson lauded for lifelong service

August 11, 2026

Minister Tinee Furbert joined community leaders to unveil the Carla Watson Dance and Movement Studio

Media Release:

The Ministry of Youth, Social De

Bernews / News

US Consulate On Visas, Bermudians Travel, More

August 11, 2026

Visa-free travel for Bermudians to the United States – a travel privilege which is only extended to Bermuda and Canada – is “governed by current U.S. policy, rather than a bilateral agreement with Bermuda or the United Kingdom,” the U.S. Consulate noted, adding that “as circumstances evolve in Bermuda and countries around the world, U.S. policy …

Bernews / Sport

Bermuda Swimmers To Compete In Pan Pacifics

August 11, 2026

Three Bermudian swimmers are listed as scheduled to compete at the 2026 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships in Irvine, California. Emma Harvey, Jack Harvey and Madelyn Moore are all listed for Bermuda on USA Swimming’s preliminary entry list for the international long-course metre meet, which will be held from August 12 to 15. Emma Harvey is …

Bernews / Sport

Ja’Shay Trott Takes Wicket In Americas Defeat

August 11, 2026

Bermudian cricketer Ja’Shay Trott claimed one wicket as the Americas NextGen XI lost to Canada by 13 runs in the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Americas Qualifier in the Cayman Islands. The NextGen XI, coached by former Bermuda international Terry-Lynn Paynter, won the toss and elected to field, restricting Canada to 93-5 from their …

Bernews / Sport

U14 Football Team Set For CFU Challenge Series

August 11, 2026

Bermuda’s Under-14 boys football team will begin their Caribbean Football Union [CFU] Challenge Series campaign in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, with the tournament starting on August 16. Bermuda have been placed in Tier I Group A alongside Barbados, Martinique and hosts Dominican Republic. They will open against Barbados on Monday, August 17, before facing Martinique …

Bernews / Business

Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 10 2026

August 11, 2026

August 10 saw 0 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange. The BSX finished at 3,948.83, even on the day. There were 0 advances, 0 declines, and 47 remained unchanged. The full report for the day is available here [PDF]. Related Stories Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 7 2026 Bermuda Stock Exchange Report: August 6 …

Bernews / Sport

Quincy Ratteray Joins Future Pro Academy

August 11, 2026

Bermudian goalkeeper Quincy Ratteray has joined the Future Pro Football and Education Academy in Coventry, England. Future Pro have several Bermudian players in their under-23 squad, including Harlem Bean-Fox and Kennahz Fray. The programme bridges the gap between academy and professional football for talented players aged 16 to 23. “Quincy joins us following his participation …