Archive for May 17th, 2010

Bermuda Concludes TIEA Talks With Italy

Bermuda concluded negotiations of a bilateral agreement with the Italian Republic that will, upon signing later this year, provide for a full exchange of information on criminal and civil tax matters between the two countries. Minister Cox intends to sign with the Italian Republic following the conclusion of Italy’s internal approval process, later... Read more of this article

HSBC Bank Opens New Front Street Branch

At the very beginning of today’s [May 17] grand opening, HSBC’s Bermuda CEO, Philip Butterfield’s opening comment was “Welcome to my party.” He went on to say this opening brought in a new era in banking in Bermuda. After him, Governor Sir Richard Gozney commented on HSBC’s worldwide presence and global reputation for probity. He said... Read more of this article

Aranxta King Breaks Bermuda Triple Jump Record

In a weekend that saw Bermuda’s athletic records fall three times, 2008 Olympian Aranxta King broke the triple jump record with a leap of 12.93. Her record setting jump came while she was competing for Stanford University at the Paciﬁc-10 Conference Track and Field Championships in Oregon this past weekend. One of the island’s premiere athletes,... Read more of this article

Owen Siese Wins 2010 HWP Byte Champs

The 2010 HWP Byte National Championships were sailed this past weekend out of the Spanish Point Boat Club. While racing was close Owen Siese sailed away with the victory, and being crowned the 2010 Byte National Champion. The Sailing Association said the event is a good warm-up for the Youth Olympic Games Selection Trials which begin next month. All... Read more of this article

Aaron Evans Breaks Bermuda 800 Metre Record

In what was an excellent weekend for Bermudian track and field, three records in total were broken. In addition to Shianne Smith shattering the Bermuda National Heptathlon Record, Aranxta King broke the triple jump record. Aaron Evans broke a record which was previously held by Steve Burgess for 25 years. The University of Georgia student ran the 800m... Read more of this article

Triathlon Report: How Dare You Pass Me Sir!

[Written by Macio Talbot, a competitor in the Tokio Re triathlon] So I’ll start this report by stating that our team finished third. What? OK lets clarify here a bit. Our team name was the Mella Yellas…what kind of athletic performance would one expect out of a team like that especially when pitted against the likes of Team Phly and team Nephilia... Read more of this article

UBP & IPL: Concerns Over Proposed Media Council

Both the United Bermuda Party [UBP] and the International Press Institute have released statements expressing concerns over the proposed media council bill, which seeks to effectively create a governing body for the press. As it is constituted presently, the council will contain a Government majority with five of the twelve remaining members of the... Read more of this article

Photos, Video & Results: Powerboat Racing

The Bermuda Powerboat Association continued their 2010 racing season holding the first National Series race on Sunday, May 16th at Ferry Reach, St. George’s. Classes raced included Powerboat, Thundercat and Juniors, and winners of the races included Jonathan Gaugain, Luis Vieira, Mark Lightbourne, Rui Moniz, Kevin Pacheco and Kevin Mills. Click... Read more of this article

Photos, Video & Results: Bermuda Motorcycle Racing

On Sunday May 15, the first race of the season for the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club’s 2010 National Championship Series was held in Southside, St. David’s. Winners included Tamia Place, Shae Darrell, Wytiko Showers, Kenneth Desilva, Cody Sousa-Saints, Bruce Degrilla, Ed Cook, Paul Decouto and Jeneko Place who is also a top local sprinter. Click... Read more of this article

Keep Bermuda Beautiful Clean Up Day A Success

It was polka dots from one end of the Island to the other, said one volunteer who participated in KBB’s Spring Clean over the weekend. They were referring to the distinct polka dots on the Happy Trash bags that are being used by KBB volunteers to give Bermuda a Spring Clean. - - The annual Island wide event brought out 434 volunteers to clean up... Read more of this article

Shianne Smith Breaks BDA Heptathlon Record

Earlier this weekend, local track and field star Shianne Smith shattered the Bermuda National Heptathlon Record with 5,127 points. The athlete is presently studying kinesiology at Cal State University, and is due to graduate next month. She has competed all through her college years, winning a multitude of awards and honours. Ms Smith is presently... Read more of this article

British Airways: Bermuda Flight Cancelled

Due to the return of the volcanic ash, the Bermuda flight to London has been cancelled tonight [May 16]. There were 103 passengers due to leave the island on the flight this evening, with most returning to their homes and the remainder were booked into local hotels. The aircraft will remain in Bermuda for the night, until the UK Civil Aviation Authority... Read more of this article