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A young motorcyclist who died in an accident on Boxing Day has been remembered for his infectious smile and tireless work ethic. Philip Benjamin James was killed in a road crash near the junction of Middle Road and Khyber Pass in Warwick when his bik...

This month has been the warmest December in more than 15 years but it is unlikely to become the hottest on record. As of yesterday afternoon, the average temperature for the month has been 70F (21.1C), the highest in at least 15 years. James Dodgson...

As the year draws to a close, commentator Nathan Kowalski gives his assessment on the state of the economy in Bermuda. The first two quarters of reported GDP in 2015 were comforting with real GDP growing 1.8 per cent. We expect, based on recent data...

Economist Craig Simmons is calling on the Bermuda Government to appreciate the pain ahead for people as it prepares for a likely tough year of union negotiations. Mr Simmons warned the Government could not make necessary debt reductions without restr...

The arrival of the Saga Sapphire in Dockyard today will signal the end of the 2015 cruise season in Bermuda. The liner, which originates in Nassau, is due to enjoy the New Year’s Eve festivities on the Island before leaving King’s Wharf tomorrow boun...

Young Observer got up close and personal with Arnold Manders this school year to learn more about FitnessGram, a fitness assessment and reporting programme he is spearheading in the Government school system. Mr Manders is the Curriculum Officer for ...

The start of a new year is traditionally a good time to turn over a new leaf. How about some consequences for those who serve in Government and who ignore the rules designed to protect taxpayers from being ripped off? That would apparently be somethi...

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A new cross-party group of British MPs and peers is to examine Britain’s tax system — and will consider the abolition of corporation tax. The group, which will start its deliberations in the new year, will quiz government ministers and business leade...

Journalist Charles Webbe and theatre producer Linda Paynter have been named on the New Year’s Honours List. The Queen’s Certificate and Badge of Honour are bestowed in recognition of outstanding service to the community. Mr Webbe has dedicated his c...

New Year’s Eve not enough excitement for you? Continue the fun at Gosling’s Gold Seal launch party on Saturday. The free event kicks off at 9pm with burlesque dancers, international DJs, Uzimon and, of course, plenty of Gold Seal. Penny Wren and Sydn...

If sailing in heavier air is Cecilia Wollmann’s handicap, she has not shown it so far at the ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships in Malaysia. Yesterday, the Rio Olympics hopeful held her own in winds exceeding 20 knots for the second successive da...