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US, Gulf Arab nations draft new UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz

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US, Gulf Arab nations draft new UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz

Waltz said negotiations will take place this week on the resolution

International News via Reuters:

The United States and Gulf Arab nations are drafting a U.N. Security Council resolution designed to condemn Iran for blocking the Strait of Hormuz in response to a U.S.-Israeli bombing campaign, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz said on Monday.

Waltz said negotiations will take place this week on the resolution, which comes after permanent Security Council members Russia and China blocked a resolution last month that Washington hoped would galvanize international efforts to restore freedom of navigation of the waterway.

KEY DETAILS

• The U.S. is co-drafting the new resolution with Bahrain with input from Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, Waltz told reporters on a briefing call.

• The resolution is expected to require Iran to cease attacks on merchant shipping and attempts to impose tolls on shipping in the strait, and it will demand Iran stop placing sea mines and disclose the locations of mines.

• Waltz says draft resolution is a “narrower effort” than the previous failed resolution and comes while a ceasefire is in place with Iran. “This is much more focused on mining international waterways and on tolling, which all of the economies of the world are affected by, particularly those in Asia,” he said.

Reporting by Simon Lewis; Editing by Cynthia Osterman

Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City injures 10, more feared

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Shooting at lake near Oklahoma City injures 10, more feared

No suspects were in custody following the shooting just after 9 p.m. at a party at Arcadia Lake, the police department in the city of Edmond, northeast of Oklahoma City, said in a statement on X

International News via Reuters:

The tally of injured from a shooting at a party at a lake near Oklahoma City is expected to rise beyond the 10 taken to hospital by rescuers, police said on Monday, as others among the victims make their own way to seek treatment.

No suspects were in custody following the shooting just after 9 p.m. at a party at Arcadia Lake, the police department in the city of Edmond, northeast of Oklahoma City, said in a statement on X. It gave no further immediate details.

The lake in eastern Edmond is popular for recreational activities such as fishing, camping and picnics.

Reporting by Rhea Rose Abraham in Bengaluru; Editing by Christopher Cushing, Tom Hogue and Clarence Fernandez

City Hall hosts event to promote health & safety

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City Hall hosts event to promote health & safety

BELCO, in partnership with the City of Hamilton, today marked Health and Safety Day with a series of events at City Hall. 
Activities included a health fair and an electric vehicle car show, plus access to wellness resources and new technologies.
Kendal Trott spoke to Mark Pacheco, Director of Operational Support Services at BELCO, who explained what the initiative sought to achieve. 

Jones and Desjardins master the NSC as Long Course Championships conclude

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Jones and Desjardins master the NSC as Long Course Championships conclude

The National Sports Center was transformed into a hub of high-performance aquatic action this weekend as the Bermuda Amateur Swimming Association hosted the CG 2026 Long Course Championships. The meet served as a vital benchmark for the island’s elite, with seasoned internationals and emerging prospects delivering dominant displays.

The Desjardins name was a constant fixture atop the leaderboards. Myla Desjardins set a high bar in the 10 and Under category with 1,554 points, while Eva Desjardins mirrored that success in the 11-12 bracket, amassing a formidable 2,572 points. In the boys’ ranks, Joseph Herron and Walker Smith asserted their authority to claim their respective age-group titles.

The technical standard reached a crescendo in the 13-14 division, where Madison Fox produced a masterclass to lead the girls with 2,890 points, while Lorcan McGlynn swept the boys’ standings. The senior ranks saw the most explosive times of the meet, headlined by Logan Jones, whose staggering 3,704 points held off a fierce challenge from Axel Wernbo. Lila Connolly was equally clinical in the senior girls’ division, securing a decisive victory with 2,891 points.

In the final individual tallies across all disciplines, Olympian Jack Harvey led the boys’ field with 752 points, while Scarlett Spurling topped the girls’ list with 498. As the Bermuda squad prepares for the upcoming regional summer circuit, these championships have provided a clear indication of the depth and speed currently training at the National Sports Center.

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Dickinson cools on previous criticism of Burt

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Dickinson cools on previous criticism of Burt

It appears that second-time PLP leadership contender Curtis Dickinson wants to move on from the contentious nature of the 2022 contest

“I’m about looking forward, not backwards.”

This was Curtis Dickinson’s response when asked about his previous criticism of Premier David Burt’s leadership.

Ahead of the PLP Leadership Election in October 2022, in which Mr Dickinson failed to unseat the leader, he said that Premier Burt had not only failed to reverse the damage of OBA policies, but compounded it.

Yesterday, Mr Dickinson confirmed months of speculation when he announced his intention to run against Jason Hayward in October’s internal election.

Each media outlet was only allowed one question following the announcement. Responding to Bermuda Broadcasting, it appeared that Mr Dickinson wanted to leave 2022’s “very difficult campaign” in the past.

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Saltus smash records as Relay Classic wows National Stadium

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Saltus smash records as Relay Classic wows National Stadium

The roar of a capacity crowd and the blur of flying batons defined a historic night of athletics as the 17th Annual Schools’ Relay Classic concluded at the Flora Duffy South Field Stadium. Under the floodlights, the island’s finest young sprinters produced a spectacle of speed that saw long-standing records fall by the narrowest of margins.

The headline performance belonged to the Saltus Grammar Middle School girls’ quartet. Leydi Raynor, Jasmine Reid-Rubaine, Amaya Davis, and Zahra Goodchild provided a masterclass in baton exchanges, shattering a nine-year-old record in the 4x100m preliminaries with a blistering 51.10 seconds. They proved it was no fluke in the final, dipping under the old mark again to secure gold in 51.50 seconds.

The middle school boys’ title provided the night’s most dramatic finish, resulting in a rare dead heat. Saltus Grammar and Whitney Institute could not be separated, both finishing on 18 points to share the championship trophy. In the senior ranks, The Berkeley Institute showcased total dominance, racking up a maximum 20 points in the boys’ division to leave their rivals in the wake.

In the primary school ranks, Warwick Academy emerged as the force to be reckoned with. Their girls’ team secured their division with 18 points, propelling the school to the top of the overall primary standings with 29 points. Port Royal Primary also tasted glory, taking the boys’ title with a total of 16.

As the floodlights dimmed, the overall trophies were split between the island’s sporting powerhouses. Warwick Academy reigned supreme at the primary level, Saltus Grammar’s record-breaking exploits secured them the middle school overall title with 38 points, and The Berkeley Institute was crowned senior overall champions with a total of 34 points.

Quarter-final heartbreak for Bermuda on St Lucia sands

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Quarter-final heartbreak for Bermuda on St Lucia sands

The sun-soaked sands of Cul de Sac provided a backdrop of high drama and eventual disappointment for Bermuda’s beach volleyball elite, as both pairings saw their 2026 ECVA Senior Beach Volleyball campaigns come to a close in Saint Lucia.

In the Men’s Division, Benjamin Barnett and Sean Tucker were forced to navigate a grueling morning. After a physical 2-1 defeat in their final pool match against St. Kitts & Nevis, the Bermudian duo showed immense resolve to secure a Quarter-Final berth. However, they met a formidable wall in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ Julian Bristol and Elkreen Morton. In a match of razor-thin margins, Barnett and Tucker fell in straight sets, 21-17, 21-17, to exit the competition.

There was similar frustration for Hailey Trott and Kayley Hamilton in the Women’s Division. Facing a clinical Dominica side in a must-win Pool A fixture, the Bermudian pair struggled to break through a resilient Dominican defense. A 21-18, 21-13 defeat confirmed their exit before the knockout stages, bringing a premature end to a campaign that had promised much after a strong opening day.

While the Gombey Warriors leave Saint Lucia without silverware, the exposure to the region’s top-tier talent provides vital momentum. With the international summer window looming, Bermuda’s focus now shifts to refining the tactical breakthroughs needed to turn these narrow margins into podium finishes.

Divine defies mechanical heartbreak to secure top ten in Oulton Park opener

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Divine defies mechanical heartbreak to secure top ten in Oulton Park opener

Bermuda’s Aeziah Divine experienced the full spectrum of motorcycling’s highs and lows as the 2026 ZYN British Superbike Championship roared into life at Oulton Park this weekend.

Representing Fibre Tec Honda-By MLav Racing, Divine’s season began with a display of blistering pace that was cruelly interrupted by mechanical misfortune. After an explosive start in Race 1, carving through the field to 12th, his bike succumbed to a technical failure on the eighth lap while he was locked in a fierce battle for position.

“It was a frustrating end after such a strong start,” Divine admitted. “I had a great climb, so to take a DNF in the first race of the season is unfortunate, but it was no fault of the team.”

However, his raw speed was rewarded. Having clocked a new Personal Best in the 1:48s during the opening heat, Divine secured a prestigious 10th-place slot on the grid for Race 2. He capitalised on the opportunity with a resilient 12-lap performance, powering his Honda to a 10th-place finish in 21:54.722.

While he finished 31 seconds behind race winner Ryan Frost, the result marks a vital points-scoring finish in a world-class field. With his pace now firmly established, Divine heads to the next round with clear evidence he has the speed to challenge the championship’s elite.

Heritage Month initiative brings history to life island-wide

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Heritage Month initiative brings history to life island-wide

Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda invites residents to discover the stories that have shaped Bermuda

As Bermuda enters Heritage Month this May, CURB (Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda) is proud to introduce an exciting new island-wide initiative, Keys to the Past: Discover Bermuda One Clue at a Time, launching on May 4. 

Running over eight weeks through the end of June, the initiative combines storytelling, education, and adventure. Each week, participants will be given a clue, broadcast daily on The Daily Hour,  leading them to a hidden key at a historically significant location somewhere across the island. 

Participants who successfully find a key will win a prize and uncover the powerful story behind that site. Once a key is found, the winner will contact CURB, submit a photo from the location, and be invited to take part in a special on-site photo opportunity. Winners will be announced on The Daily Hour and across CURB’s social media platforms. 

This initiative is about more than finding a key; it’s about discovering the stories that have shaped Bermuda. Each location represents a moment of courage, resilience, achievement, or change. We want participants to connect with these stories in a meaningful and lasting way. 

Clues will continue to be read daily until each key is found, and if a key remains undiscovered, its clue will carry over alongside the next week’s challenge keeping multiple opportunities active at once. 

The eight featured locations highlight significant moments and individuals in Bermuda’s history, offering participants a unique opportunity to engage with the island’s cultural and historical landscape in a dynamic and memorable way. 

How to Participate 

  • Listen to The Daily Hour each day for the weekly clue 
  • Visit the location you believe the clue describes 
  • Find the hidden key and keep it safe 
  • Submit a photo from the location to verify your find 

Each key unlocks a prize, which can be collected at the CURB office or presented during a scheduled on-site photo opportunity. 

Media release supplied by CURB.

Auditions open for 20th annual BMDS festival

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Auditions open for 20th annual BMDS festival

Open auditions will take place between 6 pm and 8 pm on Monday and Tuesday at the Daylesford Theatre

Do you want to be famous for 15 minutes?

The BMDS Charitable Trust is inviting all members of the public to audition for the six 15-minute plays that have been chosen for our 20th annual playwriting festival. 21 locally written plays were submitted and judged by an overseas panel of three experienced and award-winning playwrights, who chose six to be performed.

Open auditions will take place between 6 pm and 8 pm on Monday, May 4th and Tuesday, May 5th at the Daylesford Theatre in Hamilton. No previous theatre experience is necessary and there are lots of great roles – male and female – available for ages 14 years and up.

The shows will be performed at the Daylesford Theatre from June 4th to June 13th.

Audition information is available at www.bmds.bm and any questions can be sent to famous@bmds.bm.

Media release supplied.

Deadline pushed back for energy policy feedback

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Deadline pushed back for energy policy feedback

Public given extra time to weigh in on National Electricity Sector Policy 2026

The Hon. Alexa N. H. Lightbourne, JP, MP, Minister of Home Affairs, issued an update on the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 (NESP) consultation, and the steps taken to broaden public participation in the policy’s development.

On Thursday April 16, 2026, the Ministry opened the National Electricity Sector Policy 2026 (NESP) for public consultation, pursuant to the Electricity Act 2016, conveying the Government’s policy intent to update Bermuda’s electricity framework for the first time in over a decade, and to anchor the transition in affordability, reliability, and equity.

Submissions were invited through the Government’s public engagement portal at forum.gov.bm/en/projects/nesp-2026, with an original closing date of 5.00pm, tomorrow May 4, 2026.

Alongside the consultation, the Ministry signaled that engagement would extend beyond the formal submission window, recognising that durable energy policy requires sustained input from households, industry, civil society, and technical experts.

Energy technology is evolving rapidly, and the National Electricity Sector Policy is intended to be a living instrument, updated consistently as viable options are presented and as the evidence base develops. Submissions received outside the formal window will be logged for consideration in policy refinement and in the regulatory instruments that follow.

The Ministry acknowledges the feedback received to date and the requests for additional time. As such, the Ministry has extended the NESP 2026 consultation by two weeks closing on May 21, 2026.

The Ministry will accept all submissions received during the extended period, and will remain open to policy proposals and technical contributions following the formal close.  The Ministry will continue to update the policy as viable options are presented and will provide any additional updates in 6 months, as material evidence supports. It is important for the public to note that decisions on the regulatory framework, and on the specific technologies advanced for Bermuda’s electricity sector, remain with the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda (RA) as the statutory steward of the sector.

Minister Lightbourne said, “Energy technology is evolving rapidly, and Bermuda’s electricity policy must evolve with it. The Ministry will continue to refine this policy as viable options come forward, while the Regulatory Authority of Bermuda remains the statutory steward of the regulatory framework and the technologies advanced for the sector.”

Media release supplied by the Government of Bermuda.

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