ENVIRONMENT
$30m of dredging among options to enlarge shipping channels
The two main shipping channels into Bermuda could require extensive dredging, costing $30 million in order to accommodate larger cruise ships.
National Trust warns of environmental 'devastation'
The impact of proposals outlined by a study of Bermuda's shipping channels could be "vast, severe and irreversible", according to the Bermuda National Trust.
Ophelia potential threat to Bermuda (Update)
Hurricane Ophelia is expected to pass 123 miles east of the island on Saturday night, forecasters said on Friday.
Beach closed, thunderstorms ahead
Horseshoe Bay was closed to swimmers on Monday as Tropical Storm Philippe was deemed a potential threat to Bermuda.
Surfers revel in rough seas
Hurricane Ophelia barely registered a blip on land, but the swells from the storm briefly transformed the South Shore into a Hawaii-style 'big wave' paradise.
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Ocean floor offers a wealth of opportunities
From wind farms and wave energy to the holy grail of gold mines, explorer Nick Hutchings is convinced a wealth of opportunities lie beneath the waves.
Cruise lines say Bermuda is a 'large ship market'
There are only 26 cruise ships in operation small enough to get through Town Cut, the government revealed on Monday.
Saul's company faces losing sunken treasure
Dr David Saul's company Odyssey Marine has been ordered to return $500m worth of sunken treasure it recovered to Spain.
Rescues on the rise for beach crews
Missing toddlers, dislocated shoulders, stricken swimmers and jellyfish stings are just some of the situations faced by the island's lifeguards this summer.
Carnival Cruises being courted as 'ideal' for St George's
The Carnival Glory made its inaugural visit to Bermuda on Wednesday. Transport Minister Terry Lister said he welcomed the opportunity to foster the relationships with Carnival.
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Hopes for bigger ships hit the rocks
The City of Hamilton cannot afford to upgrade the docks to accommodate bigger ships even if Government widens the harbour entrance, Mayor Charles Gosling said on Tuesday.
Burgess: I did nothing wrong
Minister Derrick Burgess said on Monday that the LED bulbs installed at Global House do not pose a health hazard, and save the taxpayers' money.
Lionfish tournament at BIOS next Saturday
The second annual lionfish tournament will take place, "rain or shine", on November 12 at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences from 6am until 9pm.
2011 Speech from the Throne: full text
Governor Sir Richard Gozney delivered the Throne Speech on Friday morning.
Cargo ship rescues four sailors
The Oleander picked up four survivors from an abandoned boat, Elle, on Sunday. The boat had a steering failure and a crewmember was injured.
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