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Students Sue Colleges After Online Classes Don’t Measure Up

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Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 12:46:00 EDT



Schools say it’s the best they can do in a pandemic.


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Oprah Surprises 2020 Graduates, Offers Advice To Students

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Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 15:51:06 EDT



The media mogul recounted one of her inspiring stories.


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Cory Booker Proposes Bonds for Children Born Into Poverty

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Published On :: Thu, 20 Jun 2019 18:07:43 EDT



Sen. Cory Booker talks disproportionate poverty in America.


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Mike Bloomberg Discusses the Need for Police Accountability

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Published On :: Tue, 3 Mar 2020 14:57:32 EST



The presidential candidate talks about police oversight.


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Mike Bloomberg Discusses His Economic Plan for Black America

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Published On :: Tue, 3 Mar 2020 15:16:27 EST



The presidential candidate shares his campaign initiatives.


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Utah Jazz Player Rudy Gobert Says He’s Lost Two Of His Five Senses Due To COVID-19

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:47:00 EDT

The basketballer asks if others are experiencing the same


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NASCAR’s Only African-American Driver Bubba Wallace Addresses Kyle Larson’s Racial Slur

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:17:00 EDT

The stock car racer emphasized it’s ‘NOT just a word.’


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Los Angeles Lakers Returned A $4.6 Million Government Bailout Intended For Small Businesses

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:00:00 EDT

The NBA team is estimated to be worth $4.4 billion.


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BET’s COVID Relief Fund Raises Over $16M

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Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:00:00 EDT



Saving Our Selves: A BET COVID-19 Relief Effort's big night


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Georgia Governor Refuses To Resume Tours Of His Mansion

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 19:00:00 EDT



He's sending folks back to work while he shelters at home.


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Black Businesses May Suffer Under COVID-19 Relief Package

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:08:00 EDT



Minority-owned businesses are being shut out.


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Senegalese Lab Uses Expertise To Develop COVID-19 Test

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:53:00 EDT



The African nation has vast experience fighting diseases.


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Trevor Noah Asks Why Some Businesses Got Less Stimulus Money

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:58:00 EDT



Scores of women and Black-owned businesses were shut out.


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COVID-19 Exposes America’s Educational Inequities

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Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 14:52:00 EDT



Dr. Tanjii Reed Marshall says we must step for our kids.


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Students Sue Colleges After Online Classes Don’t Measure Up

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Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 12:46:00 EDT



Schools say it’s the best they can do in a pandemic.


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Lupe Fiasco Creates Nonprofit to Help Inner-City Businesses

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Published On :: Mon, 19 Oct 2015 17:57:00 EDT



The Neighborhood Fund will provide funding to startups.


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Are You on Board With Khloe Kardashian’s New Obsession?

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Published On :: Wed, 13 Jan 2016 17:00:00 EST



She's definitely on to something here.


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United Wellness Offering Virtual Classes

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 22:12:30 +0000

United Wellness is offering free virtual classes tomorrow [April 25] to help people sheltering at home during the Covid-19 pandemic to exercise. A spokesperson said, “A group of local instructors of Zumba and Strong Nation have joined forces to share their passion for fitness and movement with our community in Bermuda and around the world. […]

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Airport Charity Classic Raises Over $30,000

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 16:50:52 +0000

The Airport Charity Classic organized by Skyport, Aecon & Bermuda Airport Authority raised more than $30,000 for two local charities in its second year. The event was held on October 10 at Tucker’s Point Golf Club with all proceeds going to Tomorrow’s Voices and SCARS [Saving Children and Revealing Secrets]. Twenty-eight teams registered to play […]

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Golf Tournament Raises $10K For Glen Simmons

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Published On :: Fri, 31 Jan 2020 19:57:48 +0000

A Golf Tournament was held recently to benefit Glen Simmons, with over 100 people taking part in event, which raised $10,000 to assist Mr Simmons, who was is undergoing treatment for cancer. A spokesperson said, “Over 100 golfers showed up at Port Royal Golf Course on Sunday, January 12, 2019 to participate in the ‘Brother […]

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Bank Of Butterfield Decreases Loan Rates

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 20:45:08 +0000

The Bank of Butterfield announced that, in step with the recent 25 basis point decrease in the US Federal Funds Rate, the Bank is decreasing its interest rates on personal loans and mortgages. “The base rate for Bermuda dollar residential mortgages and consumer loans will decrease by 0.25% to 5.25%,” a spokesperson said. “The rate decrease […]

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Butterfield Bank: October Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:46:27 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of October 2019, the Bank purchased for Treasury 150,000 Common Shares at an average price of $32.58 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases […]

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Butterfield Bank: November Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:50:36 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of November 2019, the Bank purchased for Treasury 383,600 Common Shares at an average price of $33.79 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January […]

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Butterfield Bank: December Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 11:06:03 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, the Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of December 2019, the Bank purchased for Treasury 275,188 Common Shares at an average price of $36.09 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases […]

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Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:55:19 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of January 2020, the Bank purchased for Treasury 252,000 Common Shares at an average price of $35.69 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: December […]

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Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 10:29:45 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of February 2020, the Bank purchased for Treasury 403,000 Common Shares at an average price of $32.27 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: December […]

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Butterfield Bank: March Share Repurchases

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Published On :: Sat, 04 Apr 2020 09:40:37 +0000

In a filing with the Bermuda Stock Exchange, The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited advised that during the month of March 2020, the Bank purchased for Treasury 640,000 Common Shares at an average price of $21.64 per share. Related Stories Butterfield Bank: February Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: January Share Repurchases Butterfield Bank: December […]

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Photos/Video: Cycle Cruises Celebrate 10 Years

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Published On :: Fri, 06 May 2016 14:22:25 +0000

The roar of motorcycle engines crossed the island this week as a group of visiting riders on their Harley Davidsons and other supersized motorcycles were joined by members of the Bermuda Longriders on a ride across the island. The group is part of ETA Motorcycle Cruises, which offers cruises all through the Caribbean and Bermuda […]

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BVA Cancels All Events & Training Sessions

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:51:14 +0000

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] has made the decision to cancel all events and training sessions up to and including April 12th, 2020. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] is committed to protecting the health and safety of our members, the public and those associated with our […]

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Weather Causes Delay To NSC Track Repair

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Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 11:15:53 +0000

Bad weather has delayed the timeline for the National Sports Center track getting resurfaced ahead of the Carifta Games, with a new projected finishing date of mid-March. Craig Tyrell, senior operations manager for the NSC, told Bernews that he expects the track resurfacing should be completed by mid-March. Bermuda is hosting the Carifta Games from […]

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Covid-19: Over 3 Million Cases Worldwide

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:43:08 +0000

With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to affect countries around the globe, the number of confirmed cases worldwide has — as of this morning [April 27] — now surpassed three million, with the United States having the most confirmed cases and deaths in the world. As the island and world deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, we […]

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Video: 110 Total Cases, 44 Recovered, 6 Deaths

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:30:44 +0000

The Government is holding a press conference this evening [April 27] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update: 7.43pm: Minister of Health Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Today […]

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Terceira Wins Two Phases Class In Belgium

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Published On :: Sat, 14 Dec 2019 22:10:28 +0000

Bermudian equestrian Jillian Terceira was back in action competing in the CSI** Lier International Horse Jumping event in Belgium. During the CSIYH1* – 6-year-old Horse Table A Against the Clock Class, Terceira and First Lady finished 59th clocking a time of 62.46, but they also had 8 Penalty Fault Points. Terceira and Iluna Di Cantero […]

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Fidelis Raises $300 Million Of Equity Capital

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Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 10:47:14 +0000

Fidelis Insurance Holdings Limited said it “has raised approximately $300 million of equity capital from a combination of its existing shareholders and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority [ADIA], in order to support Fidelis’ further growth.” “Fidelis is a leading insurance and reinsurance business, operating a Four Pillar strategy across Bespoke, […]

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New Insurer For Crypto, Cannabis Businesses

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:56:46 +0000

Premier David Burt announced that Relm, an insurer that specializes in emerging business categories, has been granted a license by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA]. A Government spokesperson said, “The new business, which is led by CEO Joe Ziolkowski and Operations Vice President Keyla Roman, is owned by Deltec International Group, a Bahamas-headquartered independent financial […]

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Demco To Give Out Roses During Pride Parade

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Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2019 18:29:05 +0000

Local florists Demco will be handing out free rainbow roses to participants during tomorrow’s Pride Parade from their Church Street location in Hamilton, saying it is their way of showing support. The Parade is scheduled to get underway at 11.00am on Saturday from Victoria Park, and Demco staff will be handing out approximately 300 rainbow […]

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Wild Edible Herbal Classes Offered Via Zoom

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 10:26:27 +0000

Wild Herbs N Plants of Bermuda is getting set to hold ‘Wild Edible Herbal Classes’ via Zoom from Sunday, April 26 through Tuesday, April 28. A spokesperson said, “We have been doing our wild edible herbal tours for going on three years now, and many people have asked if we are going to be doing […]

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Cap Of 450 Recreational Lobster Diver Licenses

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Jul 2018 12:32:25 +0000

The Minister of Home Affairs Walton Brown today announced a cap of 450 recreational lobster divers for the 2018-2019 season, which opens September 1st 2018. Licenses will be issued on a first come, first served basis from August 6th 2018. The deadline to report catch data [including nil catches] for the 2017-2018 season was April […]

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BE Solar Raises $2,180 For Hurricane Victims

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Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 20:11:19 +0000

In September, BE Solar pledged to donate $20 per solar panel sold towards Hurricane Dorian relief efforts in the Bahamas. A spokesperson said, “Over the course of the month, 109 solar panels were sold to clients in Bermuda. These solar panels will offset the consumption of fossil fuel and will help to reduce the carbon […]

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How Bermuda & Sesame Street Crossed Paths

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Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 16:00:48 +0000

The 50th anniversary of Sesame Street is being brought to you by the letters I-M-A-G-I-N-A-T-I-O-N, which is what it took along with determination and plenty of hard work to transform the concept of an experimental children’s TV show into a reality. Premiering on America’s PBS on November 10, 1969, the programme was built around the […]

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Soiree Raises $200,000 For Turtle Conservation

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Dec 2018 16:22:22 +0000

The Bermuda Turtle Project 50th anniversary events culminated with a Sea Turtle Soirée, attended by some 235 guests and successfully raising $200,000 to support the future of this valued research and education initiative. There was much to celebrate by project partners, the Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] and the Sea Turtle Conservancy [STC]. Amid STC’s initiatives […]

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Police Appeal For Witnesses To Armed Robbery

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 21:06:32 +0000

Following the robbery on Wednesday [Jan 8] in Sandys, the police have repeated their appeal for witnesses, noting that the “attack was unprovoked and occurred whilst the victim was going about his normal course of business as a food delivery worker.” Detective Inspector Derek Berry of the Criminal Investigation Department said, “At around 8:30pm on […]

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Video: Ravoshia Whaley Releases “Drop It”

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Mar 2015 19:00:05 +0000

Ravoshia Whaley, a young Bermudian woman who launched her music career last year with the release of her first song, a dance track titled “Don’t Stop Pop Rocks,” followed by her second single, called “Dutty Wine,” has released an official music video for her song “Drop It” under the stage name Ravoshia Mone’. Ravoshia Mone’ […]

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Devaune Ratteray Releases ‘Dark & Stormy’

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Published On :: Tue, 21 Jul 2015 23:00:19 +0000

Bermudian entertainer Devaune Ratteray has been steadily making headway in the worlds of music and dance while living in London, and has now released an ode to an iconic Bermuda drink with a full version of his song Dark & Stormy. Since joining the professional Bollywood group BollyFlex a year ago, Mr. Ratteray has performed […]

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Musician Aisha Bassett Releases Acoustic Video

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Aug 2015 17:00:37 +0000

Bermudian composer Aisha Bassett, also known by her stage name Aisha NuSound, has released a new live acoustic singer, with an accompanying music video for the song ‘Abba Father.’ ‘Abba Father’ was written and composed by Ms. Bassett and performed by Femi Okunsanya. Ms. Bassett previously said, “One of my biggest musical influences is my […]

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Video: Devaune Ratteray Releases ‘Little Secret’

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Published On :: Mon, 10 Oct 2016 16:21:18 +0000

In between travelling Europe as a Bollywood dancer with the world-renowned group BollyFlex for the past year, Bermudian entertainer Devaune Ratteray has been recording music for his second EP after the success of his first entitled R.E.D released in 2013. Now, the finishing touches are being made to his second effort entitled ‘Growth’ “I learned a lot […]

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Singer Valerie Sherwood Releases New Videos

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Published On :: Tue, 15 Nov 2016 11:30:58 +0000

Local singer and songwriter Valerie Sherwood has released two videos to correspond with her “Be Fabulous” album, including visuals for tracks ‘The Railway Song’ and ‘The Aquarium Song.’ To date, Ms. Sherwood’s works include two musical albums, along with three visual products and a selection of poetry, most of it “whimsical for kids, but also […]

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Video: Taylor Rankin Releases ‘Bermuda Blue’

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Published On :: Tue, 13 Dec 2016 00:00:26 +0000

Musician Taylor Rankin has released a song called ‘Bermuda Blue,’ along with an accompanying video, with the track dedicated to the island’s waters. Mr. Rankin said, “This is dedicated to our incredible “Bermuda Blue,” to the protection and celebration of all it provides. A big thanks to John Singleton and all those involved in making this […]

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Music Video: Violinist Showcases Bermuda

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Jan 2017 20:26:16 +0000

Bermuda has been showcased by violinist Sally Potterton as she uses the island as a backdrop to her talents in playing ‘Clean Bandit’ at Admiralty Park. In posting the video, Ms. Potterton said, “As a musician I get to travel and work in some amazing parts of the world. One of the most incredible places […]

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