Archive for July, 2013
Basketball League: Fort Knox Panthers Win
The Bermuda Basketball Association’s CellOne Elite City League Playoffs continued inside the Somersfield Academy Gymnasium, with Tie-Breaker game. With the Series tied at 1 – 1, the Fort Knox Panthers and the Outback Outlaw took to the floor. The Fort Knox Panthers came out on top 68 – 56. Derek Lindo was the Fort Knox Panthers leading scorer... Read more of this article
Regiment Soldiers On Cup Match Security Patrols
Bermuda Regiment soldiers are to team up with police for Cup Match patrols on land and on sea. Colour Sergeant Harry Hunt, who will take a lead role in the land patrols, has a family interest in Cup Match, he is the great-nephew of star Somerset cricketer Alma “Champ” Hunt. C. Sgt Hunt said, “Cup Match is in my blood. I’m Somerset born and bred... Read more of this article
Turini Named Cosmo Fashion Market Director
Bermudian Shiona Turini has been named as the new Fashion Market Director for Cosmopolitan magazine, which is considered one of the most prestigious fashion publications in the world. Cosmopolitan has 64 international editions worldwide published in 35 languages with distribution in more than 100 countries making it the largest-selling young women’s... Read more of this article
Roy Burch Wins Heat In World Championships
Bermuda’s Roy Allan Burch won his 100m freestyle heat this morning [July 31] at the FINA World Championships in Spain, with his time of 50.66 setting a new Bermuda record. Burch competed in Heat 4 of 9 during the Men’s 100m Freestyle where he touched the wall first in a time of 50.66. He finished with the 39th fastest qualifying time, and broke... Read more of this article
“Angels at Sea” Bermuda Cruise Planned
Those looking for a bit of heavenly guidance could find themselves with just such an opportunity while enjoying a luxurious cruise, with the second annual Angels at Sea voyage set for May 22, 2014, including a stop in Bermuda. Hosted by Dr. Joy S. Pedersen, a self-professed channel and healer, as well as the founder and president of Express Success... Read more of this article
Video: Cup Match Cheers For Commuters
Waving flags, the sounds of horns and Cup Match cheers greeted motorists this morning [July 31] in the east end when children from the St George’s Community Centre gathered to get everyone in the holiday spirit at the round-a-bout leading in to the east end. Dressed in light blue and dark blue and waving flags, approximately forty children between... Read more of this article
Police: No Knives On Cup Match Grounds
The police have reminded the public that knives or other bladed articles will not be allowed at the St. George’s Cricket Club grounds during Cup Match, and advised people to prepare any food that requires slicing in advance. A police spokesperson said, “Members of the public are reminded that no knives or other bladed articles will be allowed... Read more of this article
Video: BIU President On 4.6% Pay Deduction
Bermuda Industrial Union President Chris Furbert held a press conference to discuss concerns surrounding the recent agreement which will see Government workers take a 4.6% pay deduction. All six Unions and their memberships agreed to a 4.6% deduction in their overall package. Employees will receive one unpaid and un-worked day per month for two years,... Read more of this article
TCI Media: Misick Said To Have Bermuda Info
According to a report from the TCI Journal, former Turks & Caicos Premier Michael Misick is said “to have information on crimes dealing with United States citizens and senior politicians in Jamaica, Bermuda and the Cayman Islands.” In what appears to be an editorial from the staff of the TCI Journal, they state: “We are being told... Read more of this article
Jermal Woolridge Wins Gold Medal In Brazil
Bermuda’s Jermal Woolridge scored a 1st round knock-out over his Brazilian opponent during the Brazil International Wushu Championships to win the gold medal. Woolridge landed a huge overhand right, with his opponent hitting the canvas hard, forcing the ring judge to call a halt to the fight. Bermuda coach Garon Wilkinson said, “It was so awesome... Read more of this article
Looking Back: 1940s Bermuda Tourism Ads
“This is a dream beyond time, a dream in which this minute, this hour, this golden day, this magic night will endure forever,” declares a Bermuda tourism advertisement from the 1940′s. “This is Bermuda, where dreams are even better.” The ads promote the beauty of Bermuda, describing the island as having “coral sands”,... Read more of this article
Music Video: New Single From Kidd Clazzic
Young Bermudian Rap Artist, Jahroy “Kidd Clazzic” Richards released his new single, “Fly Away” which features fellow Bermudian artist, KeyKey Roberts on vocals. The single was recorded in Atlanta, GA in Orange Room Studios and was produced by IVibes Productions – led by Bermudian producer, Craig Simons. Kidd Clazzic, who is signed with PlayList... Read more of this article
