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For at least the last decade, when couples have said “I do”, there was a better than 50 per cent chance that neither of the newlyweds were from Bermuda. Not only were the highest number of weddings carried out between two non-residents, but the numb...

A new solar energy training programme is aimed at creating a self-sustaining industry in Bermuda, according to the Minister of Home Affairs. Walter Roban said the goal was for rooftop solar panels to generate 30 megawatts of power in the next five ye...

The Auditor General has paid tribute to a predecessor who held the position for more than 30 years. Heather Thomas spoke out following the recent death of Larry Dennis. Ms Thomas described her predecessor as “indefatigable”, adding: “Larry Dennis w...

A former Commanding Officer of the Royal Bermuda Regiment, Government spokesman and journalist including editor of the Mid-Ocean News, has died at 79. Lieutenant-Colonel Gavin Shorto was recalled for a level headed demeanour that prevailed during cha...

A dogged independent electoral candidate, singer and activist hailed as a “soldier for the common man” has died at 75. David W. Burch was honoured in 2015 by Atlantic Publishing House run by former minister Dale Butler, who called him “a strong-wille...

The Bermuda Entertainment Union mourned the loss of musician and political activist David W Burch, who died at the age of 75. A BEU spokesman highlighted Mr Burch’s long history as a performer. Mr Burch performed and recorded as Papa D, and sang with...

Bermuda might redefine its relationship with Britain in the future – but an alteration to the link with the UK is “not an issue for now”, the Premier has said. David Burt tackled the topic of going it alone in an interview with business publication T...

A campaign group for the elderly has welcomed a move to increase the age for mandatory driving retests. But Claudette Fleming, the executive director of Age Concern questioned if the legislation for driver’s licences should still be framed around “ol...

Premier David Burt last night refused to confirm whether he had held any discussions with the Governor on cannabis regulations approved by the House of Assembly last week. Asked if he had consulted with Rena Lalgie, the Governor, or any former Govern...

A government MP has hit out at the Governor over an antiracism message that he believes is inconsistent with historical practices at Government House. Derrick Burgess, the veteran Progressive Labour Party MP, spoke in the House of Assembly after Rena...