Trump’s travel ban will bar citizens from 12 countries including Sudan and Yemen
Iran’s and U.S.’ flags are seen printed on paper in this illustration taken January 27, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
International news via Reuters:
Tehran on Saturday blasted U.S. President Donald Trump’s travel ban on countries including Iran, saying it showed “deep hostility” toward Iranians and Muslims.
“The decision to ban the entry of Iranian nationals – merely due to their religion and nationality – not only indicates the deep hostility of American decision-makers towards the Iranian people and Muslims but also violates… international law,” a senior foreign ministry official said in a ministry statement posted on the X platform.
Separately, Iran on Saturday condemned new sanctions imposed by the United States targeting more than 30 individuals and entities Washington said are part of a “shadow banking” network linked to Tehran that has laundered billions of dollars through the global financial system.
“The new U.S. sanctions …, are illegal and violate international law, and are further evidence of the deep and continuing hostility of the U.S. ruling regime towards the Iranian people,” foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said in a statement carried by state media.
Trump’s travel ban will bar citizens from 12 countries: Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Congo Republic, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.
The ban, which Trump said was necessary to protect against “foreign terrorists”, was reminiscent of a similar move he implemented during his first term in office from 2017 to 2021, when he barred travellers from seven Muslim-majority nations.
Reporting by Menna Alaa El-Din and Dubai Newsroom; Editing by William Mallard and Alistair Bell
The countries struck a 90-day deal on May 12 in Geneva to roll back some of their tariffs
FILE PHOTO: Chinese and U.S. flags flutter outside the building of an American company in Beijing, China April 8, 2025. REUTERS/Tingshu Wang/File Photo
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Three of U.S. President Donald Trump’s top aides will meet with their Chinese counterparts in London on Monday for talks aimed at resolving a trade dispute between the world’s two largest economies that has kept global markets on edge.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will represent the United States in the talks, Trump announced in a post on his Truth Social platform without providing further details.
China’s foreign ministry said on Saturday that vice premier He Lifeng will be in the United Kingdom between June 8 and June 13, adding that the first meeting of the China-U.S. economic and trade consultation mechanism would be held during this visit.
“The meeting should go very well,” Trump wrote.
Trump spoke to Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday in a rare leader-to-leader call amid weeks of brewing trade tensions and a dispute over critical minerals.
Trump and Xi agreed to visit one another and asked their staffs to hold talks in the meantime.
Both countries are under pressure to relieve tensions, with the global economy under pressure over Chinese control over the rare earth mineral exports of which it is the dominant producer and investors more broadly anxious about Trump’s wider effort to impose tariffs on goods from most U.S. trading partners.
China, meanwhile, has seen its own supply of key U.S. imports like chip-design software and nuclear plant parts curtailed.
The countries struck a 90-day deal on May 12 in Geneva to roll back some of the triple-digit, tit-for-tat tariffs they had placed on each other since Trump returned to the presidency in January.
That preliminary deal sparked a global relief rally in stock markets, and U.S. indexes that had been in or near bear market levels have recouped the lion’s share of their losses.
The S&P 500 stock index, which at its lowest point in early April was down nearly 18% after Trump unveiled his sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs on goods from across the globe, is now only about 2% below its record high from mid-February. The final third of that rally followed the U.S.-China truce struck in Geneva.
Still, that temporary deal did not address broader concerns that strain the bilateral relationship, from the illicit fentanyl trade to the status of democratically governed Taiwan and U.S. complaints about China’s state-dominated, export-driven economic model.
Trump has repeatedly threatened an array of punitive measures on trading partners, only to revoke some of them at the last minute. The on-again, off-again approach has baffled world leaders and spooked business executives.
China sees mineral exports as a source of leverage. Halting those exports could put domestic political pressure on the Republican U.S. president if economic growth sags because companies cannot make mineral-powered products.
In recent years, U.S. officials have identified China as its top geopolitical rival and the only country in the world able to challenge the United States economically and militarily.
Reporting by Trevor Hunnicutt and Ryan Patrick Jones; editing by Costas Pitas, Will Dunham and Anna Driver
British lawmakers remain sceptical of China amid regular accusations of espionage
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivers a speech during a visit to Mellor Bus in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, to announce a multi-billion-pound boost for city transport in the North and the Midlands. Picture date: Wednesday June 4, 2025. Peter Byrne/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
International news via Reuters:
British finance minister Rachel Reeves will hold a meeting with Chinese vice premier He Lifeng during his visit to Britain this week for trade talks with the United States, a British government source said on Sunday.
China’s foreign ministry said He would be in Britain between June 8 and June 13 when there will be talks in London with three of U.S. President Donald Trump’s top aides to try to resolve a trade dispute between the world’s two largest economies that has kept global markets on edge.
The British government source said Reeves would host He for a bilateral meeting during the trip, although there were no details on when the talks would be held.
The British finance minister met He during a visit to China in January, part of British attempts to improve ties with Beijing, one of the main policy goals of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government.
However, many British lawmakers remain sceptical of China amid regular accusations of espionage by spies working for Beijing, and plans for a new large Chinese embassy in London remains a divisive subject, with the opposition Conservative Party saying it must be blocked.
The Chinese government wants to build the embassy at Royal Mint Court, a historic site near the Tower of London, which would be its largest in Europe but its requests for planning permission have been rejected by the local council, and the government will make a final decision.
The Sunday Times reported that a senior U.S. official had said Washington was “deeply concerned” about the plans, due to its proximity to London’s financial hubs and three significant data centres, and approval could impact UK-U.S. trade talks.
“These (security) issues will be taken care of assiduously in the planning process,” British technology minister Peter Kyle told Sky News on Sunday.
Reporting by Michael Holden; Editing by Kate Holton
The LAPD arrested 27 people on Saturday for failure to disperse from the downtown
A man on a motorcycle waves a Mexican flag as smoke rises from a burning car on Atlantic Boulevard, during a standoff by protesters and law enforcement, following multiple detentions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), in the Los Angeles County city of Compton, California, U.S., June 7, 2025. REUTERS/Barbara Davidson
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California National Guard arrived in Los Angeles on Sunday, deployed by President Donald Trump after two days of protests by hundreds of demonstrators against immigration raids carried out as part of Trump’s hardline policy.
About a dozen National Guard members were seen in video footage on Sunday morning lining up at a federal building in downtown Los Angeles, where detainees from immigration raids on Friday were taken, sparking protests that continued on Saturday.
The complex is near Los Angeles City Hall, where another protest against the immigration raids is scheduled for Sunday afternoon. U.S. Northern Command confirmed National Guard troops had started deploying and that some were already on the ground.
“These Radical Left protests, by instigators and often paid troublemakers, will NOT BE TOLERATED,” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform early on Sunday.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has accused Trump of deploying the National Guard because he wants “a spectacle.”
Footage showed at least a half dozen military-style vehicles and riot shields on Sunday at the federal building where the Department of Homeland Security said about “1,000 rioters” had protested on Friday. Reuters could not verify the DHS account.
On Saturday law enforcement faced off against a few hundred protesters in Paramount in southeast Los Angeles and then later on Saturday with about 100 people in downtown Los Angeles, according to Reuters witnesses. Federal law enforcement was seen firing gas canisters in Paramount and downtown Los Angeles on Saturday to try and disperse protesters.
The Los Angeles Police Department arrested 27 people on Saturday for failure to disperse from the downtown protest, police spokesperson Norma Eisenman said. She said she could not comment on whether LAPD used less lethal force. Less lethal force refers to crowd control tactics such as pepper balls.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department arrested three people on Saturday on suspicion of assaulting an officer. Sheriff’s deputies did use “less lethal force” in Paramount, spokesperson Deputy Brenda Serna said, but she could not specify which exact tactics were used.
‘ZERO TOLERANCE’
The protests pit Democratic-run Los Angeles, where census data suggests a significant part of the population is Hispanic and foreign-born, against Trump’s Republican White House, which has made an immigration crackdown a hallmark of his second term.
Trump in a presidential memorandum on Saturday said he was deploying at least 2,000 National Guard personnel following what he described as “numerous incidents of violence and disorder” in response to the enforcement of federal immigration law, as well as “credible threats of continued violence.”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has also warned that the Pentagon was prepared to mobilize active-duty troops “if violence continues” in Los Angeles, saying the Marines at nearby Camp Pendleton were “on high alert.”
“There is plenty of room for peaceful protest, but ZERO tolerance for attacking federal agents who are doing their job. The National Guard, and Marines if need be, stand with ICE,” Hegseth said in a social media post on Sunday, referring to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Democratic Congresswoman Nanette Barragan, whose California district includes Paramount, on Sunday criticized the president’s decision to deploy National Guard troops, arguing that local law enforcement has adequate resources to respond.
“We don’t need the help. This is him escalating it, causing tensions to rise. It’s only going to make things worse in a situation where people are already angry over immigration enforcement,” Barragan told CNN’s “State of the Union.”
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday that the National Guard would provide safety around buildings, to people engaged in peaceful protest and to law enforcement.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Los Angeles on Friday arrested at least 44 people on alleged immigration violations.
Trump has pledged to deport record numbers of people in the country illegally and lock down the U.S.-Mexico border, setting a goal for ICE to arrest at least 3,000 migrants per day.
But the sweeping immigration crackdown has also included people legally residing in the country, some with permanent residence, and has led to legal challenges.
Reporting by Jorge Garcia and Arafat Barbakh; Additional reporting by Sandy Hooper in Los Angeles, Daniel Trotta and Bo Erickson in Washington; Writing by John Kruzel and Michelle Nichols; editing by Diane Craft
Ms. Diante Trimm was fatally shot inside her Pembroke home on 7 June 2024.
Police have made a renewed call for information into the fatal shooting incident that claimed the life of a young mother, Diante Trimm.
The 37-year-old was shot and killed a year ago today.
A police spokesperson said, “The BPS are asking for anyone with information or, who can provide any other information that can progress the investigation to contact the investigating officer, Detective Clifford Roberts Jr. on 717-0590 or email croberts2@bps.bm.”
The mother of five children was fatally shot inside her Pembroke home shortly after 12.30am on 7 June 2024.
Following the launch of the investigation, police said it was unclear if Ms. Trimm was the intended target of the shooting incident.
Persons with information can also call 211, the main police number 295-0011 or, Crime Stoppers on 800-8477.
The BPS added, “Alternatively, you may wish to provide the information by speaking with a police officer whom you know.”
The late Leslie Robinson, who passed away last October will be posthumously awarded the 2025 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award, in recognition of her outstanding service to Bermuda’s captive insurance industry.
Full news release via the Bermuda Captive Conference:
The Bermuda Captive Conference is proud to announce that the late Leslie Robinson will be posthumously awarded the 2025 Fred Reiss Lifetime Achievement Award, in recognition of her outstanding service and enduring impact on Bermuda’s captive insurance industry.
Leslie Robinson was more than a respected industry professional—she was a tireless advocate, mentor, and leader whose contributions helped shape the jurisdiction’s reputation on the global stage. A former Chair of the Bermuda Captive Conference and an integral member of the Bermuda Captive Network, Leslie was a passionate ambassador for the island’s risk sector and a champion for inclusion, education, and industry advancement.
Her leadership through pivotal moments in the industry cannot be overstated. As Chair of the Bermuda Captive Conference from 2020 to 2022, Leslie guided the organisation through one of its most challenging periods during the pandemic. Under her stewardship, the conference successfully transitioned into a virtual, then hybrid model, helping maintain Bermuda’s visibility and momentum in the international marketplace while fostering meaningful dialogue and connection among industry participants.
Leslie was also one of the founding Strategic Directors of the Bermuda Captive Network when it launched in 2021, playing a key role in shaping the structure, vision, and values of the organisation. Her focus on broadening the Network’s reach, fostering mentorship opportunities, and elevating Bermuda’s captive voice both locally and abroad made her an indispensable part of its early success.
Throughout her career, Leslie was deeply committed to promoting Bermuda as a leading domicile for captive insurance. She represented the jurisdiction at global industry events and international business forums, where her knowledge, professionalism, and personal warmth left a lasting impression. Whether speaking on panels, mentoring young professionals, or engaging with international stakeholders, Leslie consistently advanced the narrative of Bermuda’s strength, stability, and innovation as a captive insurance hub.
“Leslie’s loss continues to be felt deeply by all who knew her,” said Séadna Kirwan, Bermuda Captive Conference Chair. “She was a unifying force in our community and a leader in every sense of the word. Her contributions to the captive industry – and to Bermuda’s professional and civic life were extraordinary. We are honoured to celebrate her legacy through this award.”
“Senator Robinson was larger than life and a true champion of the captive insurance industry. Her contributions are legendary, and it is deeply appreciated that Senator Robinson’s illustrious legacy is being remembered in this way,” said the Honourable Jason Hayward, Minister of Economy and Labour.
The award, named after Fred Reiss, the visionary who pioneered the captive insurance concept in 1962, recognises individuals whose work has left a lasting mark on Bermuda’s insurance landscape. Since its inception, the honour has been bestowed on figures who have shaped the evolution of the jurisdiction, including Bala Nadarajah, Eduardo Fox, Cyril Whitter, Cathy Duffy, Jeremy Cox, Brian R. Hall, Michael Burns and Jill Husbands.
Leslie Robinson now joins this distinguished group of honorees, celebrated not only for her leadership but for the way she led – with conviction, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to Bermuda’s success.
A veteran of the insurance and financial services industry, Leslie brought a unique combination of deep technical knowledge and unrelenting passion to every role she held. She served as Director at WTW Bermuda, where her influence extended across global networks, and her leadership within the Bermuda Captive Network played a pivotal role in elevating the organisation’s visibility and strategic focus.
Beyond her professional achievements, Leslie served as a Senator in Bermuda’s Upper House, appointed by Premier David Burt in 2022. She used her platform to advocate for equity, opportunity, and systemic change—causes that mirrored her values in the business world.
A dedicated coach and mentor, Leslie was also among the first women to train with WeSpeak Bermuda, helping other women find and project their voices through public speaking. She gave freely of her time to coach young professionals, participate in teen boot camps, and lend her support to countless initiatives, always with a sense of purpose and humility.
The award will be presented during the Opening Session of the 2025 Bermuda Captive Conference, taking place Tuesday June 10 at 9:00am in the Harbourview Ballroom at the Hamilton Princess Hotel & Beach Club. Accepting the award on Leslie’s behalf will be Kelechi Jones, her spiritual daughter, alongside younger cousins Che’ Clarke and Scott Clarke – two young professionals whom Leslie mentored and inspired to join the insurance industry.
This posthumous honour serves not only as a recognition of Leslie’s professional achievements, but as a tribute to the life she lived: one defined by generosity, courage, and a profound commitment to lifting others up.
Students from Year 1 through Year 6 were judged by panel of industry experts
Full government news release:
Harrington Sound Primary School buzzed with excitement as students, teachers, and parents gathered for its recent Science Fair. Students from Year 1 through Year 6 showcased their curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills through themed exhibits and investigations.
The fair was divided into two age-appropriate sections, with the Lower School students participating in a poster competition themed Adaptation and Change, where they explored how animals adjust to different environments. Students in the Upper School conducted engaging and interactive scientific investigations. Topics ranged from solar energy and replica lighthouses to potato-powered electricity and lemon batteries.
A panel of judges, including a representative from the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS) and Dr. Rajeev Goonewardene, the Acting Science Education Officer, evaluated each project and interviewed participants to assess their understanding of scientific methods and principles.
Kaitlin Noyes, the ASU BIOS Director of Education and Community Engagement, reflected on her work with the Harrington Sound students, “It was incredible being able to speak to each student and hear about their research. There were so many creative projects and bright minds.”
“I was truly impressed by the creativity, confidence, and scientific understanding shown by the students,” said Dr. Goonewardene. “Many projects reflected real-world STEM practices, using digital tools like multimeters and spreadsheets. This fair not only showcased hands-on learning and innovation but also aligns with our Education Transformation goals.”
The school provided real-time feedback to students, with ribbons awarded for first, second, and third place in each division. A total of 68 prizes were awarded at a Special Assembly on Monday, June 2.
School Principal Mrs. Cindy L. Weeks said, “We are extremely proud of all of the students who worked hard to demonstrate their potential as scientists of the future. As a scientist myself, I was particularly impressed by the quality of the research skills and thoroughness of the science experiences. I encourage students to continue nurturing their passion for STEM. As a school in the midst of transforming into a 21st-century parish school in September 2025, STEM will be an integral part of our offerings, along with other relevant features.
“We look forward to growing our future engineers, innovators, and problem-solvers.
“I want to acknowledge the tireless efforts of our Science Teacher Leader, Ms. Monica Smith, who coordinated and organized this phenomenal experience, as well as the judges: Torri-Lynn Correia, Dr. Rajeev Goonewardene, Lisa Siese, Yackeisha Weir-Robinson, and Kaitlin Noyes, from ASU BIOS. Each of these persons played a vital role in ascertaining the creativity and ingenuity of each project. Thank you all for an amazing event.”
Claire Fox, the ASU BIOS Science Education Officer, said, “We love helping with the science fairs and seeing the research the students are interested in. Having students engage in science from a young age is critical for our Bermudians and having them better understand the world around us.”
It’s the end of an era at North Village Community Club, Sands Spartans make it 3 for 3 at the Smash and Bermuda’s bowlers are back in action in the Dominican Republic.
Darrin Simons elected President of the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police
Bermuda’s Police Commissioner Darrin Simons (2nd row, 2nd from left), and members of the ACCP
Bermuda’s Police Commissioner has been elected President of the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police, or ACCP.
Commissioner Darrin Simons was appointed at the AGM in Guyana last month, and says, “Bermuda stands to benefit significantly from the broader mission of the ACCP.”
“The organization fosters collaboration and cooperation in the development and implementation of policing strategies, systems, and procedures that are responsive to shared regional challenges,”
“It also promotes the professional and technical skills development of police officers, encourages proactive measures to prevent crime, and strengthens police-community relations—ensuring that Bermuda remains aligned with best practices across the region.”
Priorities under the new ACCP President’s purview include Gun and Gang Violence Mitigation, Officer Mental Health and Wellness, Standardized Response to Domestic Abuse, and the Advancement of Women in Policing.
Bermuda Police Service Press Release below…
Darrin Simons, Commissioner, of the Bermuda Police Service, has been elected President of the Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP) for the 2025–2026 term. His appointment was confirmed during the 39th Annual General Meeting and Conference held from May 12–16 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Georgetown, Guyana.
As the new ACCP President, Commissioner Simons now oversees a strengthened regional commitment to transforming Caribbean security through integrated strategies. Under his leadership, the ACCP will advance a suite of key initiatives aimed at improving law enforcement coordination, officer wellbeing, and public trust.
“Bermuda stands to benefit significantly from the broader mission of the ACCP. The organization fosters collaboration and cooperation in the development and implementation of policing strategies, systems, and procedures that are responsive to shared regional challenges,” said Commissioner Simons.
He added, “It also promotes the professional and technical skills development of police officers, encourages proactive measures to prevent crime, and strengthens police-community relations—ensuring that Bermuda remains aligned with best practices across the region.”
Among the priorities under his purview are:
Gun and Gang Violence Mitigation:
A regional resolution focused on enhancing intelligence sharing to track the movement of dangerous individuals and firearms across borders, while maintaining a strong commitment to human rights and community protection.
Officer Mental Health and Wellness:
Expansion of mental health and peer support programs across member states, including early intervention strategies and cross-border sharing of best practices to ensure officers are psychologically equipped to serve.
Standardized Response to Domestic Abuse:
Implementation of uniform training standards and victim support protocols, ensuring consistent and effective policing responses to domestic abuse throughout the Caribbean.
Advancement of Women in Policing:
Promotion of safe, equitable work environments through confidential reporting systems, career progression frameworks, and mentorship programs to empower female officers.
Commissioner Simons now leads these efforts under the conference’s guiding theme, United in Action, Transformed in Purpose: Building an Integrated Caribbean Security Architecture.
He stated, “It is an honour to serve as President of the ACCP during a time when regional unity and collaboration are more important than ever. These initiatives represent our collective commitment to protecting our communities, supporting our officers, and modernizing the way we police across the Caribbean. Our objective is to build safe communities through shared responsibility, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership.”
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