Author Archive: Bernews3

Jaydon Goddard Makes Bodybuilding Pro Debut

Bermudian bodybuilder Jaydon Goddard made his professional debut at the IFBB Pittsburgh Pro earlier this month in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A spokesperson said, “Behind the Olympia and Arnold Classic Competitions, this is considered one of the largest and most prestigious professional bodybuilding competitions in the sport. “Goddard competed... Read more of this article

BEDC & Qodeo: ‘Unlocking Funding Secrets’

The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] is partnering with Qodeo to host a workshop titled ‘Unlocking Funding Secrets’ on May 16. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Economic Development Corporation is excited to partner with Qodeo to offer the ‘Unlocking Funding Secrets’ workshop, aimed at enhancing fundraising... Read more of this article

Mass General Donates To TEDS & Endeavour

Mass General Brigham has made donations to Bermuda charities The Eliza Dolittle Society [TEDS] and Endeavour. A spokesperson said, “Following a whirlwind few weeks of on-island events, Mass General Brigham has made donations to local charities, The Eliza Dolittle Society and Endeavour. “The Boston-based hospital system sent representatives... Read more of this article

DNDC Focusing On Bermuda’s Senior Schools

The Department for National Drug Control [DNDC] is focusing on the island’s senior schools during National Prevention Week 2024. A Government spokesperson said, “The Department for National Drug Control, under the auspices of the Ministry of Legal Affairs, will be observing this week as National Prevention Week. “The National Prevention... Read more of this article

Aeziah Divine To Race At Donington In UK

Motorcycle racer Aeziah Divine will return to action in the R&G British Talent Cup second round, running from Friday [May 17] to Sunday [May 19] at Donington Park in Derby. The 14-year-old, who races for Derbyshire-based Microlise Cresswell Racing, will hope to build on his performances in the opening round at the Circuito de Navarra in Spain last... Read more of this article

Column: Dr Edward Harris On Flag, Heritage

[Written by Dr. Edward Harris] Is this flag Bermuda’s “National Jack”? Some years ago in the possibly unique series of 450-odd articles on Bermuda heritage, published in The Mid-Ocean News [now a victim of the digital age] and The Royal Gazette, I wrote a story about Bermudians and our connections with the Dutch island of St. Eustatius in the... Read more of this article

LCpl Bartrum & Grant Undertake EOD Training

Lance Corporal Co-shae Bartrum and Lance Corporal Ashley Grant will “become the first women in the battalion to join a team of soldiers trained in the detection of explosives,” the RBR said. A spokesperson said, “Lance Corporal Co-shae Bartrum and Lance Corporal Ashley Grant are developing skills in Barbados as part of the US Southern... Read more of this article

Sandcastle Artist Crafts Piece For Today Show

Bermuda Sandcastle Competition’s Hannah Emmerson displayed her artistic skills on the Today Show with Hoda & Jenna, where the hosts praised her sandcastle as “unbelievable” and “amazing.” They posted the images below on Facebook, saying, “So about last Thursday. I was so incredibly blessed to be asked to build... Read more of this article

Dr Kyjuan Brown Assists ‘Today Show’ Host

In an episode of NBC’s “Today Show filmed live at the Loren Hotel, Dr. Kyjuan Brown – who was slated to be a guest on the show – “was urgently called upon to provide medical assistance to host Hoda Kotb, ensuring her ability to participate in the live broadcast.” A spokesperson said, “In an unforgettable episode... Read more of this article

Hopkins Competes In Flèche du Sud Race

Kaden Hopkins competed in the 73rd Flèche du Sud Road Race in France, covering a distance of 127.2km. Hopkins crossed the line in 102nd place with a time of 3:35:31, finishing 18:13 behind stage winner Pim Ronhaar. After three stages, Hopkins is now 104th overall, clocking a combined time of 9:04:31; he is 23:56 behind the overall leader Ronhaar. Related... Read more of this article

Kim Burns Memorial Open 2024 Underway

The Kim Burns Memorial Open 2024 Tennis and Pickleball Tournament got underway at the Pomander Gate Tennis & Pickleball Club. In opening night action, the pickleball mixed doubles 4.0 and above final featured Val Stevenson and Gavin Manders against Sarah Jane Jones and Neal Towlson, this after they won their semi-final battles. Pickleball Mixed... Read more of this article

Dr. Douglas’ Dept & Office Co-Hosts Track Meet

Dr. Ty-Ron Douglas’ department and office recently co-hosted the Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet at Edwards Stadium on the campus of the University of California, Berkeley. A spokesperson said, “The 19th annual Tommie Smith Youth Track Meet was an overwhelming success. Over 1200 registrants (from the Bay Area and across California) along with... Read more of this article