Author Archive: Bernews1
Masterworks Showcases Art Of Ikebana
An exhibit showcasing Ikebana — the Japanese art of flower arranging — officially opens at the Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art on Tuesday [May 14] to complement the gallery’s current “Drawing With Light: Photography in Bermuda” show. The floral arrangements are being provided by members of the Bermuda Branch of Sogetsu... Read more of this article
Destination Dockyard Cancelled This Evening
Due to a prediction of inclement weather this evening including rain, high winds and thunder, outside activity at Destination Dockyard is cancelled. “We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to see you out next week Monday,” a spokesperson said. Related Stories Fresh Air Films Cancelled Due To Weather Caroling Through The Parishes Cancelled... Read more of this article
AQR Re Expands Its Bermuda Presence
AQR Re reported on Monday [May 13] that it has hired two new executives to expand its presence in Bermuda, former Renaissance Re executive John Lummis as CEO and ex-Aon Benfield broker Paul Karon as vice chairman. Mr. Lummis was formerly chief operating officer and chief financial officer at RenaissanceRe, where he worked from 1997-2006. More recently... Read more of this article
Kubrick Documentary To Screen At College
The life and work of one of the most acclaimed and controversial filmmakers of all time will be looked at in close-up when the Bermuda College holds a special screening of the 2001 documentary “Stanley Kubrick: A Life In Pictures” on Thursday [May 16]. Mr. Kubrick [1928–1999] — pictured here — was an American film director,... Read more of this article
Centre Against Abuse Host Fashion/Trade Show
The Centre Against Abuse will be hosting a fashion and trade show, ‘YOU 2.0’, where they will provide tips and inside secrets to dressing for success and more. The event takes place on Sunday [May 19] in the Earl Cameron Theatre at City Hall and doors open at 3.00pm. YOU 2.0 will offer fashion advice, make up guidance, job interview skills, resume... Read more of this article
Bermuda Institute Alumni Host Night Of Gospel
The Bermuda Institute Alumni Association will be hosting a Gospel Extravaganza on Saturday [May 18] at the Bermuda Institute Auditorium starting at 7.30pm. The evening’s entertainment is scheduled to include Amber Bullock [Sunday Best winner], Committed [Sing Off Champions] and local artists Lloyd Holder, Antonia Simons, Enharmony and the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Weekend Arrests: 36 People For DUI, Warrants
Over this past weekend, police officers arrested six people on suspicion of impaired driving as the Selective Traffic Enforcement Programme [STEP] continues. “Officers also arrested 30 people for outstanding warrants and conducted liquor license checks at various liquor licensed premises throughout the island,” a police spokesperson said. Related... Read more of this article
Two People Hospitalized After Two Car Collision
[Updated] A 21 year old Pembroke woman and a 33 year old Paget man are both in stable condition on a general ward following a two car collision early this morning [May 13] in Devonshire. A police statement said, “Around 1:35am on Monday, May 13th police and first responders attended a reported two vehicle collision at the junction of Middle Road... Read more of this article
Photos: National Olympic Distance Triathlon
Jonathan Herring won the Catlin National Olympic Distance Triathlon held on Sunday morning [May 12] at Southside in St. David’s. Herring crossed the line in a time of 2:07:28 while first female honours went to Karen Smith who finished 11th overall clocking a time of 2:21:56. Nicholas Pilgrim won the 7 – 10 year old junior division in a time... Read more of this article
Basketball: Women’s & Men’s Division Results
The Bermuda Basketball Association’s Women’s 3 on 3 Basketball League continued inside the Somersfield Academy Gymnasium this past weekend. The Blazers defeated the Flyers 10 – 7, the game was tied at the half with the score 5 – 5, but the Blazers restricted the Flyers to just two second half points while scoring five as they came away with... Read more of this article
YAO Baseball League Weekend Results
The Orioles and Athletics battled it out and got through 3 innings in near record time, but in the end the Orioles defeated the Athletics 14-11. At the completion of those 3 innings, pitcher Jaylen Martin and the Athletics had given up just 3 runs. Martin pitched through the 5th inning, struck out 7 Orioles batters in that time frame. Catcher James... Read more of this article
Under 14 Rugby Team Wins Big in Canada
The Bermuda Under 14 National Rugby team continued their tour of Canada with a big victory over the Oshawa Vikings combined Under 14 & 15 team. Bermuda totally dominated the game in their quest to go undefeated with some spectacular running from Tyquan Perinchief and Taarique Thomas. Bermuda was also good on the day with great defensive tackling... Read more of this article
