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| Stephen Dickinson picked up yet another win, this time claiming victory in the Edward Gates Smith Comet Regatta. Dickinson and Mickia Brangman won all three races collecting 3 points, Gladwin Lambert and his crew Jaire Shields were second with 7 points, and Maxwell Curtis and his crew Stefan Furbert finished third with 8 points. Edward […]
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| The Bermuda National Archery Indoor season got underway this past weekend. Yeoman Compound Girls: 9 m [60 cm target] Naseesha Talbot – 301/600 Dalia Makhlouf – 250/600 Bowman Compound Boys: 9 m [40 cm target] Zack Makhlouf – 226/600 Bowman Recurve Girls: 18 m [40 cm target] Robin Selley – 343/600 Cadet Recurve Males: […]
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| Ryan Outerbridge and his Franklin Pierce University Men’s Track and Field teammates are taking part in intra-squad events. Outerbridge took to the track to compete in the men’s 5000 meter race, with Outerbridge finishing 6th with a time 15:51.70. Related Stories Armstrong Competes In Meet Of Champions Mendes Competes In Provincial Championships Glasgow Competes In […]
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| “The new, purpose-built Airport Terminal will officially open for operations on December 9, 2020,” it has been announced. “Skyport, Aecon, the Canadian Commercial Corporation [CCC] and the Bermuda Airport Authority today announced that Substantial Completion has been achieved on Bermuda’s new Airport Terminal Facility at the LF Wade International Airport,” the announcement said. Aaron Adderley, […]
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| The first day of the World Tens Series League took place today [Oct 25] at the National Sports Center and saw the London Royals and Rhinos end the day undefeated with three wins each. Royals winger Dan Norton had the honour of scoring the first try in World Tens with his effort inside the first […]
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| Milan Butterfield scored for Chesterfield FC as they claimed a 7-6 penalty shoot-out win over Stockport County, with the Bermudian footballer also named Man of the Match. The club’s match report said, “The hosts took the lead just before the hour mark through Hogan. Letheren’s punch from a corner fell to the defender who just […]
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| “Violence as witnessed this weekend has no place in our community,” the OBA’s Michael Dunkley said today, adding that “we must all work together with the BPS and any partner agencies to help solve these crimes.” These comments follow after a 28-year-old man was killed in a stabbing incident early this morning in Sandys, and […]
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| After a year in which many regattas were postponed or cancelled due to the novel coronavirus, the specter of International One-Design [IOD] sloops thrashing about Hamilton Harbour is welcomed by all associated with the 70th Bermuda Gold Cup and 2020 Open Match Racing Worlds, which begins on Monday [Oct 26] with gold and silver awaiting […]
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| The 2020 Bermuda Mixed Foursomes Championship concluded at Turtle Hill Golf Course today [Oct 25] and the defending champions Damian Palanyandi and Katyna Rabain were once again victorious in claiming the 2020 title. Damian Palanyandi & Katyna Rabain The 36-hole tournament involved a partner best ball 1st Round on Saturday, followed by modified Pinehurst (alternating […]
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| Monday, October 26 is expected to see thunderstorms, with the high to be near 26°C/78°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be S. The relative humidity is expected to be near 89%. Sunrise will be at 7:31am and sunset will be at 6:33pm. High […]
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Following a weekend of violence which has tragically left one man dead and two men in hospital recovering from gun shot wounds, the Minister of National Security, Renee Ming offered the following.
| The 2020/2021 Bermuda Harness Pony Racing Season got underway at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. The opening race of the season saw a nose win for Simsfield Hardtimes with Dylan DeSilva in the bike as they edged out Colin Mello in the bike of War Machine, both had a time of 1:05&1 in […]
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| Following a weekend of violence which has tragically left one man dead and two men in hospital recovering from gun shot wounds, the Minister of National Security Renee Ming has extended her condolences to the family and urged anyone who may know anything to please contact the police. The Minister’s comments follow after a 28-year-old […]
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| The Miami Sun and the London Royals have kicked off the inaugural Rugby World Tens Series today [Oct 25] with the matches taking place at the National Sports Centre, and you can watch the action via the YouTube live stream here. The match kicked off at 11am local time with each half ten minutes each […]
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| The First Division match scheduled for today [Oct 25] between Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club and Ireland Rangers has been postponed. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association would like to announce that the First Division match scheduled for Sunday, October 25th, between Hamilton Parish Workmen’s Club and Ireland Rangers has been postponed. “The rescheduled date […]
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| The University of Maryland, Baltimore County [UMBC] women’s swimming and diving has named Vanessa Esposito as one of their team captains. The University of Maryland, Baltimore County website said, “The UMBC women’s swimming and diving squads tabbed graduate student Abbey Farmer and rising seniors Vanessa Esposito and Isabel Rayner as its team captains for the […]
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| The Bermuda National Trust will be hosting a Halloween event entitled “Spooky Stories at Verdmont with John Cox” on Saturday, October 31st. The event poster says, “Be prepared to be scared as well-known historian and author John Cox tells spine-chilling tales of the ghostly inhabitants who have wandered the rooms of Verdmont for centuries. “Tours […]
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| Robin Hood walked away with win, while Flanagan’s Onions and Wolves played to a 4 – 4 draw. Premier Division: St. George’s Colts 0 – Robin Hood 3 At the Wellington Oval, Robin Hood defeated the St. George’s Colts 3 – 0. Dante Leverock gave Robin Hood the lead in the 24th minute, Justin Bell doubled […]
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| The police have confirmed that a man has died following a stabbing incident in Sandys early this morning [Oct 25]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 2:00 a.m. today, Sunday 25th October, police received a report of a stabbing incident near the junction of Hook and Ladder Lane and Somerset Road, Sandys. “Officers responding to […]
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| The police have warned that a “pyramid scheme being promoted on the island” which is “being touted as a co-operative with meetings to attract investors.” A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service is aware of a pyramid scheme being promoted on the island. The scheme is being touted as a co-operative with meetings to […]
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| Bermuda’s Nahki Wells converted from the penalty spot as Bristol City came from behind to secure a point against Swansea City. The club’s match report said, “City had fallen behind to a 51st-minute Jamal Lowe goal but Dean Holden threw on his strikers – with four on the pitch at one stage – to put […]
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| The police have confirmed that a 20-year-old man has died following a stabbing incident in Sandys early this morning [Oct 25]. A police spokesperson said, “Shortly before 2:00 a.m. today, Sunday 25th October, police received a report of a stabbing incident near the junction of Hook and Ladder Lane and Somerset Road, Sandys. “Officers responding […]
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| News that Aleisha Hollis was called to the Bermuda Bar, the Hamilton Princess has given away more than a dozen two-night stays to emergency services, and Cashun Brangman, Lashuntae Dill-Assing, Deja Grant, Messiah Greaves, Solomon Pearman, and Davondra Sealey all received Knowledge Quest-HSBC Scholarships were all some of the positive news stories from the past […]
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| The historical video below of the second visit of Emperor Haile Selassie I to Bermuda highlights his arrival on the island. The video description says, “Emperor Haile Selassie I lands at the Bermuda airport and is met by the Governor and other Government officials.” Video courtesy of the Bermuda Archives/National Library: Related Stories History: Ship […]
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| Rosewood Bermuda has partnered with In Motion to “offer a wide scope of activities such as holiday camps, engaging events to include storytelling, arts and crafts, games, outdoor activities and much more” A spokesperson said, “Rosewood Bermuda, the island’s premier luxury resort, has partnered with local organization In Motion to bring new and engaging programming […]
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| T’ai Williams suited up for Deeping Rangers in the FA Vase taking on Lutterworth Athletics Football Club. Lee Clarke put Deeping Rangers ahead 1 – 0 in the 32nd minute. A ball from Matt Carter found Williams down the line, Williams pulled the ball back from the bye line for Clarke to slot home. Williams […]
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| Digicel held a motorcade yesterday [Oct 23] in celebration of their Digital Digicel Campaign, with the motorcade making its way through the City of Hamilton. Digicel recently announced that they will be launching as a digital operator, and offering Digicel Prime Bundles, a suite that features eight applications “each with its own super generous data […]
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| Tropical Depression 28 is “not a threat to Bermuda,” the Bermuda Weather Service said, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 1265 nm to the SW at 2pm on Sunday [Oct 25], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda after this time period […]
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| With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has now surpassed 42 million, with over 1,147,000 deaths worldwide, and the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world, with India and Brazil following close behind on each count, respectively. A BBC story […]
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| Vanessa James returned to the ice along with Akim Aliu to compete in the Battle Of The Blades. The Battle Of The Blades combines athletes from two of Canada’s favorite sports, figure skating and hockey, and James and Aliu paired up in a high-stakes figure skating competition for the charity of their choice. James and […]
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| Sunday, October 25 is expected to see a mix of sun and cloud, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 23°C/74°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be light and variable. The relative humidity is expected to be near 66%. Sunrise will be at 7.31am […]
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| Rosewood Bermuda announced the appointment of Apex 360 as their new fitness and wellness provider. A spokesperson said, “Rosewood Bermuda, the island’s premier luxury resort, is delighted to announce its partnership with APEX 360 to bring guests an unrivaled selection of health and fitness offerings. Coupled with the property’s Sense, A Rosewood Spa, resort guests […]
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| The Bermudian Heartbeats Lecture Series will be holding an online discussion via Zoom of “Death In Paradise: Stories Of Mystery And Murder Most Foul” on Thursday, October 29th. In an online post, the Bermuda Government said, “The Department of Community and Cultural Affairs presents “Death in Paradise: Stories of Mystery and Murder Most Foul” on […]
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| The police held a press conference today [Oct 24] to provide an update regarding the double shooting that occurred last night in Pembroke, which resulted in two men receiving multiple gunshot wounds. Last night, ythe police said, “Police are investigating a firearms incident which left two men with multiple gunshot wounds. The incident occurred in […]
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| Bacardi will be a major partner for the 2020 World Tens Series which begins in Bermuda this Sunday, October 25th. “The partnership will see the family owned business, which calls Hamilton, Bermuda home of its global headquarters, have a significant brand presence across the series at the National Sports Complex,” a spokesperson said. “As part of […]
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| The final field is set for the 2020 Bermuda Championship teeing off next week at Port Royal Golf Course in Southampton. Today’s additions complete the field of 132 players vying for the $4 million purse, 500 FedExCup points and a spot in the 2021 Masters tournament. The inaugural Bermuda Championship winner, Brendon Todd, is back […]
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| Police confirm two people shot in Pembroke, Warwick Academy celebrates science, road sobriety checkpoints over Halloween, staff assemble over redundancy payments, player tests positive for Covid-19 so SX10 to forfeit matches, and new soldiers graduate from Recruit Camp are some of the stories in this morning’s [Oct 24] Bernews Newsflash. The Bernews Morning Newsflash includes an overview […]
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| “It is concerning that the government continues to demonstrate a consistent pattern of compromising the independence of bodies established specifically to be independent,” the OBA said following the appointment of MP Wayne Caines as the BTA Chairman. An OBA spokesperson said, “Let it not be said that Mr Burt does not take care of his […]
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| The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] will be holding a free webinar entitled “Upskilling, Reskilling & Cross-Skilling” on Wednesday, October 28. A spokesperson said, “Join us to learn how to keep your business thriving with a skeleton workforce. Faced with the need to downsize, most small businesses needed, sadly enough, to lay-off employees and sustain […]
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| The City of Hamilton continues their “Business Spotlight” video series, which serves to highlight some of the businesses that offer innovative services or products, with this episode spotlighting Earlena Ingham, Kaurie Daniels, and Natural Mystic Hub. The video’s description says, “The City is proud to have set the tone for shining a spotlight on our […]
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| The Department of Marine & Ports Services has released the weekly shipping schedule for ship arrivals commencing on Saturday October 24th. On Saturday the Somers Isles container ship, the STI Brixton oil products tanker and Navigator Scorpio LPG tanker are expected, on Monday the Oleander container ship will arrive, and on Thursday the Vanquish container […]
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| Everest Re Group, Ltd. is estimating their pre-tax net catastrophe losses will be $300 million for the third quarter of 2020. A spokesperson said, “Everest Re Group, Ltd. [Everest] announced today estimated third quarter 2020 catastrophe losses. Everest is estimating pre-tax net catastrophe losses in the amount of $300 million, net of reinsurance and reinstatement premiums. […]
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