Author Archive: Bernews1
Video: BIOS Celebrates 110 Years Of Existence
The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences [BIOS] is celebrating 110 years of excellence in ocean science research and education this year. Founded in 1903 as the Bermuda Biological Station, their mission is to transform the fields of oceanography, marine science, and ocean health through a blend of cutting edge research, and comprehensive educational... Read more of this article
Three People Arrested: Suspicion Of DUI
Three people were arrested early Friday morning [Nov 16] on suspicion of impaired driving. Around 3:10am police officers on mobile patrol along Crow Lane in Pembroke observed a motorcycle being ridden erratically out of the City of Hamilton. They pursued the rider and stopped the motorcycle. The rider, a 42 year old Southampton man, was arrested on... Read more of this article
Videos: Youth Parliament Opens, Throne Speech
We have all been majorly impacted by the global economic recession and gun crime, and decisions made in regard to our country are now more significant than ever, Youth Premier Ryan Robinson Perinchief said. The Convening of Youth Parliament took place on Thursday [Nov.15] at the House of Assembly, with Youth Premier Ryan Robinson Perinchief delivering... Read more of this article
Photos: World Rugby Classic Crowds & More
The World Rugby Classic kicked off on November 10th and ended on November 17th, with crowds making their way to the National Sports Center each night to watch the games and enjoy the party atmosphere. Teams from Australia, Argentina, Canada, Italy, France, South Africa, and the United States made their way to the island to compete in the event, which... Read more of this article
Photos: Australia Win 2012 World Rugby Classic
Australia walked away with the 2012 World Rugby Classic title last night [Nov 17] after defeating South Africa 15 – 5. After sustaining several minutes of pressure, Norman Jordan went over for a try in the 20th minute and gave South Africa the 5-0 lead, with Neil Cole missing the conversion. The fans would have to wait until the 41st minute before... Read more of this article
Corona: Tuff Dogs, West End, Flanagans Win
Flanagan’s Onions, Tuff Dogs and West End United all recorded wins in yesterday’s [Nov 17] Corona League action. Flanagan’s Onions 1 Vasco 0 At the BAA Field, Gary McRobert scored the lone goal of the game as the Flanagan’s Onion’s defeated Vasco 1-0. Tuff Dogs 8 BAA 0 The Tuff Dogs were led to a 8 – 0 victory over BAA by Lamaul Crofton... Read more of this article
Footballer Knocked Unconscious During Game
Flanagan’s Onions and Devonshire Cougars faced off yesterday [Nov 17] in a Premier Division match at the BAA field. The game was held up for some twenty-five minutes as emergency services attended to Flanagan’s Onions player Richard Cumbers who was knocked unconscious after a collision with the Devonshire Cougars goalkeeper. Cumbers was transported... Read more of this article
Photos: France Wins 2012 Rugby Plate Final
France took on Canada last night [Nov 17] in the Plate Final of the World Rugby Classic. It took thirty minutes for the first try as Sebastian Bozzi went over to give France the lead and when Cedric Rosalen kicked the conversion he made the score 7 – 0. In the 48th minute a drop goal from Frenchman Frank Comba made the score 10-0 in favor of France,... Read more of this article
BMA To Host International Regulatory Forum
The Bermuda Monetary Authority will once again bring some of the world’s best financial minds to Bermuda when it holds its third annual International Regulatory Forum at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess on Tuesday, 4th December 2012. Keynote Speaker Richard C. Breeden, former Chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission will head the line-up... Read more of this article
Monday: PwC To Host Reception For Parents
Is your child currently attending or considering university? Connect with PwC at their Parent Reception and discover the opportunities available through their HeadStart programme. Find out about the hands-on work experience, as well as coaching and mentoring support they offer to students to help them achieve their goals. PwC offers full-time Associate... Read more of this article
Nahki Wells & Bradford Lose 1-0 To Exeter
A single Jamie Cureton goal just before the interval proved enough to send Bradford City tumbling to only their second home defeat of the season today [Nov 17], losing 1-0 to Exeter City. Bermuda’s Nahki Wells played the whole match, and had at least two shots on goal however both were saved by Exeter’s goalkeeper Artur Krysiak. Bradford... Read more of this article
Photos: Jr Rugby Team Train With Australians
As the sky cleared briefly on Wednesday afternoon [Nov 14] the Bermuda High School 7′s rugby squad took part in a coaching session with Australia’s Classic Wallabies in preparation of the Las Vegas 7′s Invitational High School Division competition between February 8th-10th 2013. The Bermuda Commercial Bank sponsored the event as they... Read more of this article
