The Government is diversifying its relationships with fuel suppliers and will continue to explore every responsible avenue to offset shocks to the local economy
The Government is taking measure to minimize disruption caused by America and Israel’s war with Iran.
Home Affairs Minister Alexa Lightbourne told parliamentarians today that back in April, a consumer protection directive prevented any changes to fuel prices, until mid-October.
The Ministry continues to closely monitor the impact of the Middle East conflict on global oil markets – and the potential consequences for Bermuda’s fuel costs.
Minister Lightbourne said that licensed wholesalers of fuel are not disadvantaged by the price freeze.
South Road closed near Bermuda College as police redirect eastbound and westbound traffic; motorists urged to follow officers’ instructions
Image and media release supplied by the Bermuda Police Service.
There has been a multiple vehicle road traffic collision on South Road, Paget near the entrance to Bermuda College.
Westbound traffic is currently being diverted onto College Road at the junction with South Road.
Eastbound traffic traveling along South Road, is being diverted over Southcote Road to Ord Road and on to Middle Road.
Motorists are advised to please follow the instructions of officers at these diversion points to allow for the smooth flow of traffic.
UPDATE:
South Road has now been reopened to regular traffic flow. We wish to thank the public for their patience and cooperation while we worked to clear the collision scene.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand said crews responded alongside the airport’s own fire brigade after the blaze was first reported at about 7:15 p.m. (0715 GMT)
International News via Reuters:
A fire broke out at Wellington Airport in New Zealand on Friday, forcing evacuations from the main terminal and causing flight diversions before it was extinguished.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand said crews responded alongside the airport’s own fire brigade after the blaze was first reported at about 7:15 p.m. (0715 GMT).
Wellington Airport said in a later update that the fire in the southwest terminal had been extinguished. The airport, which serves the capital, said no injuries had been reported and that authorities would investigate the cause of the fire.
“The airport will be open as usual tomorrow, however there may be some flow-on disruptions to flights so passengers are advised to check directly with their airlines,” it added.
Flights into Wellington were temporarily diverted after the fire broke out, while the southwest pier and main terminal building were evacuated.
Air New Zealand, the airport’s largest carrier, said its flights in and out of Wellington were being held back until further notice.
Reporting by Lucy Craymer in Wellington and Christine Chen in Sydney; Editing by Aidan Lewis and Helen Popper
The plane carrying Pope Leo, Vatican staff and journalists was preparing to taxi to the runway when the captain announced that it had a maintenance problem
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Pope Leo had to delay his return to Rome at the end of a week-long tour of Spain after his plane experienced a technical issue on Friday.
The plane carrying Pope Leo, Vatican staff and journalists was preparing to taxi to the runway when the captain announced that it had a maintenance problem.
Leo, who had already boarded his flight operated by carrier Iberia after being waved off by King Felipe and other Spanish dignitaries, was then escorted off the plane by the king back to the airport.
Reporting by Joshua McElwee; writing by Charlie Devereux; Editing by Sanjeev Miglani
Zapatero, prime minister from 2004 to 2011, remains a leading figure in the main ruling Socialist Party and the graft allegations – which he has denied – have added to pressure on the government following a series of corruption scandals
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A Spanish High Court judge investigating former Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero for suspected corruption has opened a separate probe over jewellery found during a search of his office, the court said on Friday.
Zapatero, prime minister from 2004 to 2011, remains a leading figure in the main ruling Socialist Party and the graft allegations – which he has denied – have added to pressure on the government following a series of corruption scandals.
Investigating judge Jose Luis Calama said the jewellery items seized during the May 19 search, provisionally valued at about €1.3 million ($1.5 million), currently lack documented proof of origin.
He said the possession of high-value assets without clear fiscal traceability could indicate possible tax evasion or smuggling offences, citing the absence of customs documents or evidence that import duties had been paid.
Zapatero’s lawyer did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Earlier on Friday, his spokesperson, Luis Arroyo, said in a post on X that Zapatero would address the jewellery matter before the judge.
Zapatero is due to testify on June 17 and June 18 in the corruption case, which centres on an influence-peddling and money-laundering network that he allegedly led.
The network is suspected of having profited from lobbying public authorities on behalf of third parties – mainly Spanish airline Plus Ultra, which received a state bailout in 2021.
The comments come a day after defence minister John Healey delivered a fresh blow to the prime minister’s already weakened leadership by quitting and accusing Starmer of being unable to commit the resources needed to keep the country safe
International News via Reuters:
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday rejected the idea that he had lost authority in his role, and said he would fight to keep his job, adding that anyone who wanted to replace him would have to deal with the same financial constraints.
The comments come a day after defence minister John Healey delivered a fresh blow to the prime minister’s already weakened leadership by quitting and accusing Starmer of being unable to commit the resources needed to keep the country safe, in a dig at the authority the PM has over his ministers.
“I’m not going to walk away,” Starmer told the BBC, making his first public comments since Healey’s shock resignation.
With rivals expected to launch a contest to replace him in the coming weeks or months, Starmer said he would fight any challenge to his role.
“Let me just be clear with you, that’s not about personal vanity, it’s not about stubbornness, it’s out of a very deep sense of duty. I was elected to serve this country, notwithstanding the difficult circumstances. That is what I am doing,” he said.
Starmer rejected Healey’s criticism, saying defence and security were his top priorities and would remain so every time the government had to make spending decisions in the future.
He said he had already made “hard-edged” choices to cut other departments’ budgets in order to put more money towards defence investment.
“Whoever is prime minister is going to face the same prevailing winds as I am facing. None of that is going to change,” Starmer said.
Reporting by William James; editing by Sarah Young
Bermudian harness driver Kiwon Waldron secured a hard-fought podium finish during a light morning of action at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana.
With a packed summer schedule on the horizon, the talented island driver was down for just a single drive during the competitive qualifying session on the lightning-fast seven-eighths-mile dirt oval.
Stepping into the sulky for Race 2, Waldron competed in a stacked Trot class field behind the promising gelding Fiftydallarbill. Launching from a tricky mid-tier starting position, Waldron handled the traffic with characteristic poise, settling Fiftydallarbill beautifully into his stride after a high-tempo opening quarter.
As the field rounded the final turn and hit the homestretch, Waldron unleashed a late rally, guiding his charge across the line to take a solid third place. The duo stopped the clock in a sharp time of 1:57.4, finishing just over two lengths behind the eventual heat winner.
The clinical drive offers a positive foundation for Waldron as he continues to establish his presence against premier North American racing outfits throughout the 2026 campaign.
Middle-distance runner Nirobi Smith-Mills delivered a major statement of intent at the British Milers Club Grand Prix, clocking a superb season-best performance in Birmingham.
Competing in a stacked Men’s 800m field at the Birmingham University Athletics Track, the 23-year-old Nottingham Trent University student demonstrated his tactical progression against some of the UK’s finest metric-mile prospects.
Running out of the highly competitive ‘B’ race, Smith-Mills battled through a high-tempo opening lap before launching a gritty kick over the final 200 metres. He crossed the line in sixth place, stopping the clock in a sharp 1:49.52.
The performance shaves more than three seconds off his previous early-season benchmark of 1:52.80 set at the Loughborough International last month, signaling that his outdoor conditioning is peaking perfectly ahead of a heavy summer of international competition.
Up at the front of the heat, Blackburn’s David Holman secured a dramatic victory in 1:48.36, narrowly edging out Tobias Cheesbrough by a mere hundredth of a second.
For Smith-Mills, dipping back under the 1:50 barrier serves as a vital psychological boost as the former Carifta champion continues to edge closer to his lifetime personal best of 1:47.67.
The Winnipeg Goldeyes’ early-season momentum has suffered a significant setback following confirmation that versatile Bermudian utility man Adam Hall has been placed on the Injured List.
The roster move, officially announced by the American Association club, has been made retroactive to June 3rd.
The 26-year-old former Baltimore Orioles draft pick was forced off the field during the Goldeyes’ June 2nd clash against the Sioux Falls Canaries at Blue Cross Park. Hall appeared to sustain the injury mid-game and was immediately removed by manager Logan Watkins. Subsequent medical evaluations have now sidelined him for an extended period.
The timing is particularly cruel. Hall, who recently rejoined Winnipeg for the 2026 campaign following a stint in the Milwaukee Brewers’ minor league system, had enjoyed a blistering start to the month—turning in a clinical 2-for-4 performance at the plate just 24 hours prior to his injury.
His ability to slot seamlessly into both the infield dirt and the outfield grass provided Watkins with immense tactical flexibility.
While the Goldeyes’ front office has moved to restructure the active roster ahead of their homestand against the Cleburne Railroaders, replacing the Bermudian international’s dynamic all-round threat will prove a daunting task as Winnipeg looks to climb the West Division standings.
Hamilton, Bermuda — Bermuda’s young pickleball players will finally get their chance to shine this Saturday as the Pickleball Association of Bermuda hosts its rescheduled Junior Showcase at the W.E.R. Joell Tennis & Pickleball Stadium.
Originally planned as part of the Caribbean Pickleball Championships in March, the Showcase was postponed due to inclement weather. The event will now take place on Saturday, June 13, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Junior Showcase will bring together young athletes from across the island to compete in five age divisions: 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U and 16U.
“We were determined to ensure these young athletes still had the opportunity to participate,” said George Thomas, President of the Pickleball Association of Bermuda.
“The Junior Showcase was an important part of the legacy we hoped to create through the Caribbean Pickleball Championships. We’re excited to finally welcome these players to the court and celebrate the growth of youth pickleball in Bermuda.”
Designed to promote confidence, sportsmanship and healthy competition, the Showcase will provide young players with an opportunity to test their skills in a fun and supportive environment.
Parents, families and supporters are encouraged to attend and cheer on Bermuda’s next generation of pickleball players.
Tennis player Daniel Phillips has advanced to the quarter-finals of the doubles draw at the M15 Kayseri tournament in Turkey, producing a clinical straight-sets victory alongside partner Dinko Dinev.
Switching focus to the doubles court on the Turkish hard courts, the 21-year-old Bermudian teamed up with Bulgaria’s Dinev for a commanding opening-round display against the home pairing of Kemal Karakas and Aril Tuna.
The tandem wasted no time establishing their chemistry, breaking early in the first set to seize control of the net and take the opener 6-4.
The Turkish duo fought hard to stay in touch during a competitive second set, but Phillips’ heavy baseline hitting and Dinev’s sharp reflexes proved too potent. The international pair secured the definitive break of serve late on to mirror the opening scoreline, wrapping up a comprehensive 6-4, 6-4 triumph.
The straightforward victory provides Phillips with a welcome boost, seeing him safely into the last eight as he continues his competitive summer stretch on the ITF World Tennis Tour.
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