Author Archive: Bernews3

Cricket: Bermuda Beats Bahamas By 9 Wickets

[Written by Stephen Wright] Bermuda completed a clean sweep of wins at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Regional Qualifier after defeating the Bahamas by nine wickets in Buenos Aires, Argentina, today [March 4]. Coach Niraj Odedra’s side had already guaranteed qualification to the final regional qualifier, which will be played in Bermuda in... Read more of this article

Mixed Night For Bermuda Volleyball Teams

Bermuda teams began competing in the Nike Boston Volleyball Festival at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. On the opening night of matches, the boys’ under 17 team finished 0 and 3, while the under 18 girls team finished 2 and 1. The boys’ team lost 2-0 to EVA boys, before losing 2-0 to NEVBC boys; finally, Mill City Blue defeated... Read more of this article

Police Issue Another Warning On Phishing Scams

The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is advising the public to “beware of phishing scams that seek to obtain money, personal information and banking details.” A police spokesperson said, “Another recent example appears to be targeted at local senior citizens and usually starts with a spontaneous call from someone claiming to represent... Read more of this article

Minister Darrell Expresses Support For T20 Team

Minister of Youth, Culture and Sport Owen Darrell has expressed his “overwhelming support” for Bermuda’s Senior Men’s National Cricket Team, who are currently competing at the 2023 ICC Americas T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Qualifiers held in Argentina, and have won their last three matches. “The team have won all three games they’ve... Read more of this article

‘Gombey Unity Link Up’ Event Set For Saturday

Bermudian culture will be on full display this weekend as all the Gombey troupes in Bermuda are set to take part in the ‘Gombey Unity Link Up’ on Saturday [March 4] evening, with the celebration set to begin at Bulls Head Car Park at 7.00pm. The Bermuda Gombey Council’s event poster states “all Gombey groups in Bermuda continuing... Read more of this article

MSA Rotary Interact Club Busy In Community

Mount Saint Agnes Academy’s Rotary Interact Club has released a report covering their recent activities, including gifts being presented to seniors at several rest homes. Club co-president Chrishanté Dill said, “On November 17, 2022, we had our first Rotary Interact Club meeting with Mrs. Moench, Mrs. Foggo, and Mrs. Richardson, our advisors.... Read more of this article

Adidas & END. Release ‘Bermuda’ Shoes

In a collaboration with END., Adidas has produced a pair of shoes named after Bermuda. Named “END. X Adidas Bermuda,” a pair costs $115 in “Team Yellow & Gum” colour and is available on the END. website. The END. website says, “Capturing its modernist vision through the lens of sporting footwear, the duo revisits the... Read more of this article

Photos, Video, 360, Review: Up D’ Country Art

[Written by Dale Butler] Bermuda is currently awash with many exciting activities. I am glad to say: I enjoyed meeting Dan and Claudia Zanes and entertaining them at Rosalie Gardens after they were showcased by the Bermuda Festival for the Performing Arts The Bermuda Tourism Authority’s Restaurant Weeks have been a grand success based on my personal... Read more of this article

Somersfield Students To Showcase Projects

Somersfield Academy will be showcasing their M5 Personal Projects at Somersfield Academy Gymnasium on Thursday [March 2] from 6.00pm to 8.00pm featuring their ideas through inquiry, action, and reflection. A spokesperson said, “With our school’s vision and values in mind, we are showcasing our student’s ideas on a global level and have linked... Read more of this article

Bermuda Triple Challenge To Be Held In March

After a two-year pause, the Bermuda Triple Challenge will return; from Friday, March 17th – Sunday, March 19th participants will run, jump, climb and crawl their way through three unique obstacle courses over three days in support of six Bermudian youth-based charities. A spokesperson said, “Who will be crowned ‘The Fittest For Charity’?... Read more of this article

What To Expect At The Skyport Magic Mile

The 2023 Skyport Magic Mile is set to be held on Saturday [March 4], and an outline of the day – from pre-registration to a potential rain date – follows below. The Pacers’ 2023 Skyport Magic Mile is a staple on Bermuda’s community sporting calendar, with thousands of children having been introduced to track and field at the event over... Read more of this article

Olympian Hazel Clark Shares Running Tips

Three-time Olympian Hazel Clark – the BTA Director of Global Sales and Business Development – has shared five tips for running ahead of the Skyport Magic Mile. Maximize your closing speed Ms. Clark said, “Pick a point on the final stretch of the track to put on your “turbo boosters” speed surge. This will help you to maintain your... Read more of this article