Bermudian talent Joshua Joseph has signed a contract with Cheadle Heath Nomads, a club based in Manchester, England, competing in the North West Counties League Division One South. Nomads manager Ryan Conroy expressed his excitement, stating Joseph’s dynamic play could be a “springboard to reach the heights of the full-time professional game.”
Meanwhile, a host of other Bermudian footballers have concluded their pre-season campaigns. Striker Nahki Wells and his Luton Town teammates finished their preparations unbeaten, holding Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur to a goalless draw at Kenilworth Road. Wells was active, with a free-kick and a shot wide, as Luton showed a controlled display.
Elsewhere, Keziah Martin and Deniche Hill celebrated a significant 3-2 win for Buxton Football Club against Manchester City’s Academy. Kane Crichlow was on the winning side as Sutton United triumphed 4-2 over Crystal Palace Academy. In an all-Bermudian clash, Justin Donawa’s Brackley Town defeated Milan Butterfield’s Halesowen Town 4-0. Reggie Lambe’s Needham Market drew 2-2, Harry Twite’s Loughborough Students drew 0-0, and Willie Clemons’ Leiston FC lost 3-2.
The Bermuda Triangle Cup concluded at the National Sports Centre with a goal-laden double-header, witnessing 13 goals across two matches.
In the final, Everton FC were crowned champions after a dominant 8-0 victory over the Bermuda Brazilian Football School. Everton led 1-0 at half-time through Shea Pita. The second half saw a scoring spree, with Malik Olayiwola netting a hat-trick, Jonathan Nsangou scoring twice, and Jake Doughty also finding the net, alongside an own goal.
The third-place match saw the Under 15 National Academy team defeat the Under 17 National Academy team 5-0. Z’ani Jennings gave the U15s an early lead, doubled by Kairi Albouy before the break. Albouy scored again in the second half, with Zydon Lightbourne-Furbert and Chaz Edmead completing the comprehensive victory.
Bermudian Olympic swimmer Jack Harvey has begun his campaign at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships, competing in the Men’s 100m Backstroke.
Harvey finished seventh in Heat 3, touching the wall in 55.40 seconds. This time was just shy of his own National Record and placed him 37th overall in the competitive field.
Reflecting on his race, Harvey admitted, “I am disappointed in the back half of the race. I will evaluate and see what can be improved for Junior Pan Ams.”
Head coach Ben Smith added, “He looked really good in his preparation. Sometimes you just don’t have the swim you want. Time to focus on the next event.”
Harvey will now prepare for his remaining events at the Championships, aiming to refine his performance.
A deal on Sunday to avert an all-out trade war between the European Union and the United States brought some relief
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Europe’s carmakers, already battling stiff competition from Asia and a costly transition to electric cars, were dealing with another dose of reality on Monday – tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.
A deal on Sunday to avert an all-out trade war between the European Union and the United States brought some relief, but the agreed lower tariff of 15% (versus 27.5%) is still set to cost carmakers billions and leaves much uncertain.
“We think that despite the relief of a better than-worst-case tariff outcome, the (removal of the) upside risk of a deal is leaving the sector vulnerable for a reality check,” Barclays said in a note.
Industry welcomed the planning security brought by the deal, but warned that companies were still lacking detail and called for further measures to reduce trade barriers that threaten their export-focused businesses.
Germany’s VDA association for the sector said the 15% baseline tariff would cost the German automotive industry billions annually.
The United States, the world’s biggest importer of German cars, had slapped a 25% punitive rate on car imports from Europe in April, prompting companies to slash their outlooks and look at ways – from investments to production shifts – to appease President Trump in the trade war.
While the 15% tariff agreed between Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday is an improvement, it is six times as much as the 2.5% enjoyed by exporters before Trump’s trade war.
European auto stocks rose briefly on Monday, but the initial optimism quickly faded, with the sector down 1.2% at 1325 GMT, led by Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes and Stellantis.
“We welcome the agreement between the EU and the U.S. in the tariff dispute and the planning security that comes with it for the European automotive industry,” Volkswagen said in a statement to Reuters.
CONSTRUCTIVE DIALOGUE
Europe’s largest carmaker said last week it was hoping for a separate deal of its own on top of a renegotiated U.S.-EU trade framework.
Mercedes-Benz called for “constructive dialogue” between Brussels and Washington as they work to implement the deal, parts of which require further negotiation.
Tariffs cost Volkswagen some $1.5 billion in the first half of 2025, prompting the company to lower its sales and profitability guidance for the full year.
Its luxury brands Porsche and Audi, which also cut its guidance on Monday, are particularly exposed to U.S. tariffs with no local production.
Part of von der Leyen’s deal with Trump also included a promised $600 billion in investment from European companies in the U.S.
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume said last week that his company is in talks with the U.S. Department of Commerce and offers a “very attractive investment package”. He raised the possibility of building an Audi factory in the country.
It was not clear whether such possible investments are included in the sum promised by von der Leyen, raising questions over the leverage carmakers have in their separate talks with Washington for sector-specific relief.
For its part, the European Union agreed to cut its import duty on U.S.-made cars to 2.5%, an EU official said on Monday.
Sources said this could go down further to zero.
BMW and Mercedes stand to benefit from this, given they both produce SUVs out of large factories in the United States for the world market.
The two companies have supported a proposed mechanism to offset imports and exports for more favourable trade conditions.
Writing by Rachel More; Editing by Sudip Kar-Gupta and David Holmes
The Minister of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, attended a recognition ceremony at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club last week to celebrate two graduates of the hotel’s Leadership Development Management Programme.
The event at the Intrepid Restaurant honoured Marcus Iris-Simmons and Khaijeh Worrell, two young Bermudians who successfully completed intensive, hands-on management training designed to prepare them for leadership roles in Bermuda’s hospitality sector.
The Leadership Development Management Programme is a structured, rotational initiative that exposes participants to multiple areas of hotel operations.
Marcus, who pursued the Food & Beverage track, has now assumed the role of Outlet Captain, while Khaijeh, from the Rooms Division track, has taken on the role of Housekeeping Supervisor.
(L-R): Tim Morrison, General Manager of the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club, Marcus Iris-Simmons and Minister Hayward.
Speaking at the event, Minister Hayward highlighted the critical role of Bermuda’s hospitality industry, which remains the second pillar of the Island’s economy.
“Programmes like this are a shining example of what it means to invest in our people,” Minister Hayward commented.
“Marcus and Khaijeh have demonstrated exceptional commitment and growth, and I commend Hamilton Princess and Beach Club for taking the time to nurture local talent and prepare them for rewarding careers in this vital industry.”
(L-R): Minister Hayward, Khaijeh Worrell, Dr Georgette Prime-Godwin, Director of Learning, Hamilton Princess and Beach Club, Marcus Iris-Simmons and Tim Morrison.
The Minister further noted that the Government continues to prioritise workforce development and applauded the hotel’s leadership for aligning with the national strategy to build a resilient, skilled Bermudian workforce.
“This is exactly the kind of initiative that helps build not just individual careers, but a stronger Bermuda. Hospitality offers meaningful and dynamic career paths, and I encourage more employers to follow Hamilton Princess’s example by investing in our people,” he added.
Some 25 villages across nine counties were affected by heavy rain and high winds
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Severe overnight floods in eastern Romania killed three elderly people and damaged thousands of homes, with hundreds of people evacuated and four helicopters searching for stranded villagers, officials said on Monday.
Some 25 villages across nine counties were affected by heavy rain and high winds, which tore off roofs and uprooted trees, blocking traffic on some national roads, according to the emergency response agency.
It released footage showing wooden houses and cars swept away by the floodwaters, with rescue workers checking vehicles for potential victims.
The worst hit were Neamt and Suceava counties in eastern Romania, where two rivers burst their banks, killing a 66-year-old man and forcing hundreds of people to evacuate. All access roads to the village of Brosteni in Suceava county were blocked.
The emergency response agency later said that two women, an 85- and an 83-year-old, were also victims of the flood. Firefighters had to use an excavator to retrieve one of the bodies from a riverbed.
The Environment Ministry’s water management agency said some rivers rose to record high water levels. Repair works on collapsed bridges were underway, it said.
Reporting by Luiza Ilie; editing by Giles Elgood, Hugh Lawson and Mark Heinrich
The Premier, the Hon. David Burt joined family and friends of Ms. Louise “Mama Vese” Parris to celebrate her milestone 100th Birthday.
The festivities took place at the Bella Vista Restaurant Thursday, July 24.
Originally from St. George’s, Mama Louise is widely known throughout the community for her generosity, warmth, and humour. Even at 100, she remains sharp and full of life.
In her younger days, she was active in both golf and cricket, playing as a spin bowler alongside her close friends who called themselves “Charlie’s Angels.” She had a gift for creating handcrafted dolls and flower bouquets made from wool, with her home proudly displaying a collection of her work.
She loved to travel and cruise, but also took great joy in cooking for others. Her home was known for its open-door policy, always welcoming guests and family. She enjoyed a good laugh, a lively gathering, and was known to favour a stiff drink, scotch and milk.
Mama Louise is the mother of 10 children, grandmother to 36, great-grandmother to 72, great-great-grandmother to 36, and great-great-great-grandmother to one.
The Premier expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to celebrate such a meaningful milestone, noting her lasting impact on her family and the wider community.
Brent touched its highest price in 10 days after Trump said he was reducing the 50-day deadline he gave Russia
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Oil prices rose 2% on Monday after a trade deal between the U.S. and the European Union, and U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would shorten the deadline for Russia to end its war in Ukraine or face sanctions.
Brent crude futures were up $1.36, or 2%, at $69.80 a barrel by 10:58 a.m. EDT (1458 GMT), while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose $1.33, or 2%, at $66.49.
Brent touched its highest price in 10 days after Trump said he was reducing the 50-day deadline he gave Russia over its war in Ukraine to 10-12 days.
The deal between the U.S. and EU and a possible extension of the U.S.-China tariff pause are also supporting global financial markets and oil prices, said Tony Sycamore, a market analyst at IG.
The framework trade pact with the EU announced on Sunday sets a 15% U.S. import tariff on most EU goods. Trump also said it called for $750 billion of EU purchases of U.S. energy in the coming years.
“Europe is going to have to give up a big percentage of everything they’re getting from Russia,” said Phil Flynn, senior analyst with Price Futures Group. “Not only does it (the trade pact) give U.S. producers a huge boost with this commitment, it also puts more pressure on (Russian President Vladimir) Putin to come to the table.”
Senior U.S. and Chinese officials are meeting in Stockholm on Monday to try to extend their tariff truce before an August 12 deadline.
The U.S.-EU deal removed another layer of uncertainty, and the focus seems to be shifting back towards fundamentals, said Tamas Varga, an analyst at PVM, adding that a strong dollar and falling Indian oil imports have weighed on crude prices.
On the supply side, an OPEC+ panel on Monday stressed the need for full compliance with oil production agreements, ahead of Sunday’s separate gathering of eight OPEC+ members to decide on increasing oil output for September.
ING expects OPEC+, the group that includes the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies such as Russia, to at least complete the full return of 2.2 million barrels per day of additional voluntary supply cuts by the end of September.
Reporting by Stephanie Kelly in New York; Additional reporting by Enes Tunagur and Seher Dareen in London, Florence Tan in Singapore and Sam Li in Beijing; Editing by Giles Elgood, Barbara Lewis, David Goodman, Paul Simao, Rod Nickel
The highly anticipated Cup Match teams have been officially selected, with five promising colts set to make their debuts in Bermuda’s iconic sporting spectacle.
Cup holders Somerset Cricket Club will be led by Terryn Fray, with Dominic Sabir as vice-captain. They’ve made three changes, bringing in fresh talent with Zeri Tomlinson, Alex Dore, and Dalin Richardson all earning their maiden call-ups.
The challengers, St. George’s Cricket Club, will be marshalled by captain Sinclair Smith, supported by former captain Macai Simmons as vice-captain. St. George’s have also opted for new talent, with Luke Horan and Isiah O’Brien selected to make their first appearances in the big match.
With both teams finalised and new faces emerging, the countdown to Cup Match has truly begun, promising another thrilling chapter in Bermuda’s rich sporting history.
The EU investigation will also look into possible negative effects in the internal market
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Abu Dhabi state oil giant ADNOC’s 14.7 billion euro ($17.2 billion) bid for German chemicals company Covestro may face hurdles after EU antitrust regulators opened an investigation on Monday into potential distortions caused by foreign subsidies.
ADNOC struck the deal to buy Covestro last October, marking its biggest ever acquisition and one of the largest foreign takeovers of an EU company by a Gulf state.
The European Commission, which has been reviewing the deal under its foreign subsidies rules since May, opened an in-depth investigation on Monday, warning that subsidies granted by the United Arab Emirates could distort the EU internal market.
The Commission, which acts as the EU competition enforcer, said the possible foreign subsidies include an unlimited guarantee from the UAE, as well as a committed capital increase by ADNOC into Covestro.
“ADNOC may have offered an unusually high price and other favourable conditions, which may have deterred other investors from making an offer,” it said in a statement.
The EU investigation will also look into possible negative effects in the internal market resulting from the merged company’s activities once the deal is concluded.
“XRG and Covestro remain in constructive discussions with the European Commission and are cooperating to conclude the FSR review,” the German company said in a statement. XRG is the international investment arm of ADNOC.
The Commission set a December 2 deadline for its decision on the deal.
The EU’s Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) focuses on unfair foreign aid for companies in a bid to rein in unfair competition from non-EU companies subsidised by their governments.
UAE telecoms group e& secured EU approval to buy parts of Czech telecoms company PPF last year after agreeing to scrap an unlimited state guarantee and not to channel foreign subsidies to the activities of the merged company in the EU.
($1 = 0.8569 euros)
Reporting by Bart Meijer. Additional reporting by Patricia Weiss in Frankfurt and Bartosz Dabrowski in Gdansk. Writing by Foo Yun Chee. Editing by Louise Heavens and Mark Potter
The Department of Marine and Ports has issued a revised schedule
Newly updated schedule for the Pink Ferry Route (Paget, Warwick and Hamilton). Photo: Dept. of Marine and Ports
Full press release from the Government of Bermuda:
The Ministry of Tourism, &Transport, Culture & Sport is pleased to advise the public that the Pink Ferry Route, which services the Paget and Warwick communities, will officially resume operations this morning, Monday, July 28, 2025, starting with the 7:15 a.m. departure from Hamilton.
Following the successful completion of all scheduled repairs by the Department of Marine and Ports, and a subsequent test run, the ferry is now fully operational.
The Pink Route will operate on a revised schedule (below), which will be available to the public via the official Government portal and local ferry terminals.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our Pink Route commuters for their patience and understanding during the service suspension
The EU committed to buying $250 billion annually in U.S. LNG as part of the framework trade agreement unveiled on Sunday
International News via Reuters:
Shares of U.S. liquefied natural gas developers surged in premarket trading on Monday, after the European Union pledged to purchase $750 billion worth of the super-cooled fuel over the next three years as part of a sweeping trade pact.
NextDecade, Venture Global, and Cheniere Energy jumped between 7% and 8.8%, with the deal bolstering the prospects for American LNG exporters as they expand to meet growing demand for cleaner-burning fuels.
The EU, seeking to phase out its dependence on Russian gas, committed to buying $250 billion annually in U.S. LNG as part of the framework trade agreement unveiled on Sunday.
The U.S. became the world’s biggest LNG supplier in 2023, surpassing Australia and Qatar, as surging global prices fed demand for more exports, due in part to supply disruptions and sanctions linked to Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
The agreement imposes a 15% U.S. import tariff on most EU goods, a softer blow than markets had feared.
“Terms of the EU-U.S. trade deal were at the forefront, with the 15% tariff level better than feared (30% was mooted previously),” said Ashley Kelty, an analyst at Panmure Liberum.
“This should see less of a drag on industrial activity between the two.”
Still, Kelty noted the deal could weigh on gas prices.
“The demand for the EU to buy more U.S. energy will see more U.S. LNG imports in the future,” Kelty said, signalling a potential supply glut.
Shares of U.S. natural gas producers Expand Energy and EQT Corp were up 1.6% and 3%, respectively, before the bell.
Reporting by Arunima Kumar in Bengaluru; Editing by Sriraj Kalluvila
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