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Photos/Video: Tall Ships Parade To St. George’s
The Parade of Sail of the visiting tall ships was held today [June 5] with the ships departing Hamilton this morning, travelling down North Shore and most anchoring in St. George’s Harbour. Time-lapse at Fort St. Catherine [Watch full 29-minute live stream replay here]: We unofficially understand that the ships departure has been delayed due... Read more of this article
PLP: Transparency With Political Party Financing
[Updated] “It’s time for the blatant hypocrisy of the OBA to end,” PLP spokesperson for Government Reform and Opposition Whip MP Lovitta Foggo said, adding that the PLP has committed to “bringing transparency to political party financing upon taking office.” Ms Foggo said. “Last week the country witnessed Premier Michael... Read more of this article
“Disappointment” At USA Out Of Climate Deal
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday [June 1] that the United States would withdraw from the Paris climate accord, with Bermuda environmental organisation Greenrock saying that while they are still reflecting on the repercussions of the USA’s decision, their “initial thoughts are that of extreme disappointment.” The deal,... Read more of this article
30 Minute Video: June 5 ZBM Evening News
With an aim to expand the way they deliver their news to the community, the Bermuda Broadcasting Company is continuing to live stream their evening news programme online for viewers both on the island and abroad. The live video will begin at 7.00pm, and play to 7.30pm, and then the replay will be available: Related Stories 30 Minute Video: Dec 30... Read more of this article
Five Athletes To Compete At NACAC In Trinidad
The Bermuda National Athletics Association [BNAA] will be sending a team of five athletes to the NACAC Age Group Championships in Trinidad beginning on June 17th. BNAA President Donna Raynor said, “This event is a multi event with the 11-12 year olds competing in 5 events [60m dash, 800/1000m, LJ, HJ and baseball throw] and the 13-14 year olds... Read more of this article
Photos & Results: AC Challenger Playoffs Day #1
After Mother Nature put paid to the scheduled first day of Louis Vuitton America’s Cup Challenger Playoffs action, Bermuda presented the four teams contesting the second stage of competition in the 35th America’s Cup with clear skies, perfect race conditions and good winds today [June 5]. Those conditions helped to produce a day of contrasts, with... Read more of this article
Weather Forecast For Tuesday June 6
Tuesday, June 6 is expected to be windy with thunderstorms in the afternoon, with the high to be near 27°C/80°F and the low to be near 24°C/75°F, according to Weather Underground. Winds are expected to be SSW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 79%. Sunrise will be at 6.11am and sunset will be at 8.23pm. High tide will be at 7.17am and... Read more of this article
Bermuda Gas: New Customer Service Centre
Bermuda Gas announced the opening of their new custom-built Customer Service Centre located on the Upper Level of Phase 1 of the Washington Mall, saying they hope this will provide its customers with the level of service they deserve. Mr. Ernest Marshall, Customer Service Manager of Bermuda Gas said: “We are making changes to ensure that all of... Read more of this article
June 10: KES The Band To Play At AC Village
KES The Band, the Caribbean pop/soca group known for their unique blend of soulful vocals, calypso-inspired melodies, rock riffs and island beats will be the star attraction on the America’s Cup Village Main Stage after racing concludes on Saturday 10th June. Tickets for the day’s racing and KES The Band’s performance are available right now from... Read more of this article
OBA Announce Four More Election Candidates
The OBA officially announced four of their election candidates for Pembroke at a press conference this afternoon [June 5], with Andrew Simons the candidate for Constituency #17, Nicholas Kempe in Constituency #18, Jeanne Atherden in Constituency #19, and Susan Jackson in Constituency #20. Susan Jackson, Andrew Simons, Premier Dunkley, Jeanne Atherden... Read more of this article
Football: Bermuda, Jamaica, Curacao & St Lucia
The Bermuda Football Association will host the CONCACAF Caribbean Under 20 Women’s World Cup Qualifying Tournament in Bermuda from July 19th through 24th, and the draw was held today, with Bermuda drawn against Jamaica, Curacao and St. Lucia. In announcing earlier this month that Bermuda would host the event, the BFA said, “This represents a fantastic... Read more of this article
TeamBDA To Make History In Youth AC Regatta
TeamBDA will make history in the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup when it takes to the Great Sound in next week’s competition. “In August 2015, a call went out for the best young athletes in Bermuda to try out for TeamBDA, whether they had sailing experience or not. The final team of nine emerged from a series of grueling mental and physical... Read more of this article
