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Global reinsurers entered the midyear renewal season with record levels of capital, increased appetite for risk and greater flexibility. That combination is helping drive lower prices and improved terms for insurers.The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] warned the public about fraudulent callers impersonating local bank representatives and attempting to obtain personal banking information.Bermuda Bounce Back in Tortola (Squash).Two males, a 16-year-old and a 15-year-old, attended the hospital “seeking treatment for gunshot wounds,” the police have confirmed.Bermudian third seed Trey Mallory enjoyed a dominant double-match day to seal his place in the semi-finals of the Battle of Boca Wildcard event in Florida.Newly Promoted Robin Hood Facing Premier Division Crisis (Soccer). Bermuda Premier Division newcomers Robin Hood are reportedly facing an existential crisis ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, with reports suggesting the club is struggling to field a competitive squad.Bermuda weather: Today: Hazy sunshine... Tonight: Partly cloudy...Devonshire Rec & Storm Chasers Crowned Champions (Netball).�Today, Bermuda celebrates the extraordinary career of Dame Flora Duffy, one of the greatest athletes our island has ever produced. From competing in the Iron Kids Triathlon at just eight years old, Flora's passion for sport was born here in Bermuda.Two teenagers sustained non-life threatening injuries during a reported shooting last night.The Bermuda Stock Exchange Index closed lower on Jul 15, falling 1.90 points to 3,745.99.Three partners from PwC were appointed as joint liquidators of failed Bermudian re/insurer Custodian Life Ltd by the Supreme Court of Bermuda.Bermuda�s junior squash prospects endured a bruising, winless opening day in the team format at the 2026 Junior Caribbean Squash Championships in Tortola.Appleby has advised on a catastrophe bond issuance providing named storm reinsurance protection for two US coastal insurance companies. A spokesperson said, “Two US Coastal insurance companies administered by Cabrillo Coastal General Insurance Agency have secured USD100 million of named storm reinsurance protection from the capital markets through the issuance of catastrophe bond notes by.This past weekend saw the Bermuda Police Service confirm the arrest of a police officer, and various community and sporting events.Cardiff City manager Brian Barry-Murphy has insisted that goalkeeper Nathan Trott is not a serious injury concern, despite sitting out the club's opening two pre-season friendlies.Bermuda weather: Today: Increasingly sunny skies... Tonight: Partly cloudy...Bermudian Duo Launch Campaign for World Cup Spot (Tennis).Armstrong’s Penalty Completes Motown’s Win (Soccer).Police Officer Commended For Emergency Aid.The Bermuda Stock Exchange Index closed higher on Jul 14, rising 0.98 points to 3,747.89. The index is up 1.13 points for the week.The Ministry of Public Works and Environment is aware of a report received on 11 July regarding a possible rattlesnake at the Fairmont Southampton/Turtle Hill golf course area. Department of Environment and Natural Resources officers responded to the location and conducted a search.Speeding twice on North Shore Road proved costly for a 25-year-old Devonshire man.Madushan Ravichandrakumar produced a superb all-round performance to guide Frenchay CC to a commanding eight-wicket win over Bedminster CC.