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Rep. Maxine Waters Says Sister Dying Of Coronavirus



The California lawmaker revealed the news in House session




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Richmond Coronavirus Deaths Are All Black People



Racial disparities are surfacing across the nation.




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Coronavirus Is Attacking Both Our Health And Our Privacy



Find out how to block BigTech's efforts.




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Georgia Applies For $500M To Fight Coronavirus In Schools



The state has the 14th highest infections.




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Feds Fail To Get Retail Coronavirus Tests To Black People



Only eight of 63 slated sites are in African American areas




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Ohio Prison Reports 80 Percent Of Inmates Have Coronavirus



Five inmates and one correctional officer have died.




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Massive Atlanta Crowds Hang Out Despite Coronavirus Pandemic



Georgia's governor lifted the state’s order.




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Despite Harsh Impact of Coronavirus Black Faith Remains High



Churches and mosques are find ways to stay active.




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GirlTrek Launches Campaign With Angela Davis, Nikki Giovanni



The program focuses on "critical importance of self-care."




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Serena Williams Leaves Cute, Cryptic Comment for Drake



#RelationshipGoals: what she said.




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Idris Elba’s Favorite Workout Routine Will Surprise You



The actor also comes clean about his secret midnight snack.




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Patti LaBelle: ‘My Pies Are Like Weaves for Black Women'



Everybody wants a piece of Ms. LaBelle.




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Why Does This Photo Have the Internet Going Crazy?



You'll want to look very, very closely.




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Have Your Next Meal With Big Freedia



"Booty Poppin' Potatoes" are on the menu.




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Lupita Nyong'o Reveals the Reason She Shaved Her Head



The Oscar winner covers the latest issue of InStyle.




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Tyra Banks Found the Perfect Man to Have a Baby With



Find out how she and Erik Alsa are sharing diaper duty.




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Iman Suffers Another Terrible Loss After David Bowie's Death



It's been a rough year for the retired model.




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10 Celebs Who Have Been Accused of Lightening Their Skin



Lil' Kim and more stars given side-eye in recent years.





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WTS Abu Dhabi Postponed Due To Coronavirus

The 2020 ITU World Triathlon event in Abu Dhabi — which was scheduled to take place this week — has been postponed “as a precautionary measure to reduce the spread of coronavirus,” and local organisers and the ITU have confirmed that plans continue as scheduled for the World Triathlon Series in Bermuda in April. There are […]

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2020 Ag Show Cancelled Due To Coronavirus

Due to the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic, AG Show Ltd has made the decision to cancel this year’s exhibition event “to ensure people, young and old, are not putting themselves at unnecessary risk of getting ill.” A spokesperson said, “With the health and safety of the Bermuda public in mind, AG Show Ltd has made the […]

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Videos: African Rhythm Fashion Extravaganza

The first ever African Rhythm Black Expo and Fashion Show Extravaganza was staged at the Pembroke Community Club on Saturday [May 21] by the Black Collective, a group of five women. Models for the fashion show included Shoshana Williams, Damarion Stewart, Tianna DeSilva, Shatonae DeSilva [daughter of Tiona], Ebony Lightbourne, Lee Lambert, Justin Binns, Ashanti […]

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BMC: ‘We Condemn The Antisocial Behavior’

Following the incident that occurred in the Clearwater Beach area this past holiday weekend, the Bermuda Motocross Club said that while it “was not at all associated with the BMC or any of our members” they want “to publicly condemn, in the strongest terms, the antisocial behavior.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Motocross Club [BMC] […]

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East End Asphalt Paves The Way For BMC

In the spirit of the holiday season, East End Asphalt heavy equipment operator Clevaughn Darrell helped the Bermuda Motocross Club [BMC] maintain its Southside Motocross Track for the 2019-2020 season. Mr Darrell, who has been a heavy equipment operator at East End Asphalt for just over a year, heeded the call to help BMC launch […]

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BFA: St Davids & HPWC Match Rescheduled

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] announced that the match between St Davids and HPWC scheduled for Sunday, March 22nd will be moved to Saturday, March 21st. A spokesperson said, “Due to St David’s closing their field on Sunday, March 22nd in preparation for the upcoming Fiqre Crockwell Cricket Expo; the First Division match scheduled for […]

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Saltus Boys’ Basketball Team Travel To Toronto

The Saltus Boys’ Varsity Team had the opportunity to travel to have a pre-season practice tour in Toronto. It has been a number of years since the varsity team had a chance to travel, but the enthusiasm of this team sparked the coaches to revive the trip. The opposition consisted of teams from the IEM […]

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Photos/Videos: Bluewave Bermuda Charge Ride

Bluewave Bermuda Charge held a road rally procession from Dockyard to Clearwater today [Sept 2], with the goal to start the conversation about energy systems, and to display the latest technology side by side with timeless models from years gone by. Bermuda Charge Ride-Out on the Causeway A spokesperson previously said, “Bermuda has a rich […]

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Civil Aviation Director General Wins CEO Award

Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] Director General Thomas Dunstan has won Business Worldwide Magazine’s CEO Award. A spokesperson said, “The Director General of the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] won global recognition in the 2019 Business Worldwide CEO Awards. Thomas Dunstan has been crowned Aviation Industry Executive of The Year [Global] for his outstanding leadership […]

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Endeavour Maritime Springboard Programme

From learning about boat mechanics and repairs to discovering the many roles involved with the Department of Marine and Ports, young Bermudians completing the Endeavour Maritime Career Springboard Programme receive firsthand experience about maritime career pathways. Now running with its third year of cohorts, the seven-week training programme is offered in partnership with the Bermuda […]

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Endeavour Sailing Celebrates Women’s Day

Endeavour Community Sailing welcomed female youth sailors and female entrepreneurs for an International Women’s Day event on Sunday, March 8. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour Community Sailing, a registered charity in Bermuda dedicated to building self-confidence, teamwork, and life skills by engaging Bermuda’s youth in experiential learning, welcomed female youth sailors and female entrepreneurs for an […]

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Endeavour Maritime Springboard Programme

[Written by Robyn Bardgett] While March was certainly a turbulent month, there was still plenty to celebrate during International Women’s Month. And as the month ends, it’s important to highlight the many women who are making waves on the water, no matter what the hurdles. For women making it in a sailing or maritime career, […]

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Trott’s Save Is Club’s Best Of Season So Far

Bermudian goalkeeper Nathan Trott’s save in a match against Rochdale has been voted as AFC Wimbledon’s save of the season so far. A story on the AFC Wimbledon said, “Nathan Trott’s superb save in the match versus Rochdale earned deserved applause from the home faithful – and your vote as Wimbledon’s save of the season […]

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The Atlantic Spotlights Dr. Katie Davis’ Book

A new book co-authored by Bermudian Dr. Katie Davis on what they don’t teach aspiring novelists in creative writing courses is the subject of a major new report in The Atlantic. Dr. Davis, associate professor at the University of Washington Information School, and colleague Dr. Cecilia Aragon took a deep dive into the burgeoning world […]

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BCB Pee Wee “Have-A-Go” Cricket Program

The Bermuda Cricket Board [BCB] will be hosting a Pee Wee ‘Have-A-Go’ Cricket Program beginning on Saturday, February 29 at the Berkeley Institute gym. A spokesperson said, “Registration for the free BCB Pee Wee ‘Have-A-Go’ Cricket Program for children ages 5 – 7 opens today. The program takes place at Berkeley Institute gym on Saturday, […]

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St. David’s County Cricket Club Executive Update

The financial members of the St. David’s County Cricket County Club recently elected the club’s executive team for the 2020/2021 term, electing Ms. Ceble Crockwell as President. A spokesperson said, “On Friday, March 13th, 2020, the St. David’s County Cricket Club Inc. held its Annual General Membership Meeting at the aforementioned facility. “During this meeting, […]

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Mendes Competes In Raven’s Last Chance

Brianna Mendes represented McGill University at the Raven’s Last Chance Track & Field Meet. In women’s 1500 meter run open preliminaries, Mendes finished 8th clocking a time of 4:50.45, and in the final she recorded a time of 4:50.73 to finish 8th. Related Stories Mendes Competes In Provincial Championships Famous Advances In NCAA Championships Famous […]

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Bermuda Field Hockey: Ravens & Hawks Win

The Bermuda Field Hockey federation league season recently resumed at the National Sports Center with a double header that produced 7 goals. Ravens 2 – Longtails 0 The Ravens defeated the Longtails 2 – 0. Jessica Hollis gave the Ravens the lead in the 8th minute scoring from a field goal and the lead was […]

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Field Hockey: Pink Robins Defeat Ravens

In the lone game of the weekend in Bermuda Field Hockey action, the Pink Robins defeated the Ravens 8 – 4. The Pink Robins earned the win following four goals off the stick of Lexi D’Angelo, while Emma Ranger added a hat-trick and Sam Spencer added the other. The Ravens got 2 goals from Jessica […]

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Princess: ‘Chocolate Cave’ For Valentine’s Day

Some 200lbs of chocolate will be used to create a ‘Chocolate Cave’ at the Hamilton Princess for Valentine’s Day, with diners able to treat themselves to an “enormous range of chocolate desserts, from mousses to cakes and truffles to a chocolate fountain.” “Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, has announced the creation […]

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Photos: Chocolate Cave At Hamilton Princess

As part of their Valentine’s Day celebration, Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, created a decadent ‘Chocolate Cave’ using some 200lbs of chocolate. A spokesperson previously said, “From the evening of Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 14 through to the Champagne Brunch on February 16, guests will be able to enjoy a […]

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Review: Chocolate Cave Valentine’s At Marcus

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] Indulging in a chocolate feast is an incredible experience on most days. But offer that feast on Valentine’s Day and you’ve got a winner. Hamilton Princess decided to offer a creative option this year with a chocolate cave for their loved-up diners. The cave is built inside the private dining room […]

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Motorcycle Club Pays Tribute To Navell Darrell

[Written by Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club President Takara Dill] Navell ‘Beetle’ Darrell was a veteran racer of our Club and last year he was credited with being the eldest member on the grid during our 2017 circuit. When we first heard about the motorcycle accident on Wednesday and that it might have been him, I believe […]

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Photos, Video & Results: BMRC Bluewave Races

[Updated with photos] The BMRC Bluewave Trophy Race Day was part of the action in the east end where auto enthusiasts took part in a dynamic energy expo based between Clearwater Beach and the RUBiS Southside Raceway. The day’s Minibike Class boasted a large group of youngsters from ages eight to thirteen. The young racers […]

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Blue Marlin Travels 5,089 NM To Win Race

A blue marlin satellite-tagged in July 2017 during the Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Championship has won the 2017-18 IGFA Great Marlin Race [IGMR] after swimming an estimated 5,089 nautical miles traveling from Bermuda to northeast of Brazil. The International Game Fish Association [IGFA] said, “The winning billfish swam an estimated 5,089 nautical miles [nm] in total […]

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Photos/Video: Makin Waves Lobster Tournament

Makin Waves hosted their 21st official lobster tournament today [Sept 2] with approximately 100 divers taking to the waters around the island. The event was co-sponsored by Goslings, Maui Jim sunglasses and Spar Yard Marine solutions. The heaviest lobster recorded at the event was 9 lbs 8 oz. The 13-minute live video replay is below: […]

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Heatwave Lionfish Tournament On August 18

The Bermuda Lionfish Task Force and Blue Water Divers & Watersports are getting set to present the Heatwave Lionfish Tournament Sunday, August 18 from 6.00am to 3.00pm, with the weigh-in being held from 3.00pm to 6.00pm at Robinson’s Marina, Somerset Bridge. A spokesperson said, “It’s summertime; in August, the water temperatures are as hot as […]

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Video: AC Endeavour Program Goes ‘Off Grid’

Local company Alternative Energy Systems recently donated 10 solar panels to the America’s Cup Endeavour program, with the installed solar panels not only helping to lower costs and reduce the program’s footprint, but also helping to educate its young participants and ensure that the program continues “well beyond the America’s Cup.” AC Endeavour Community Sailing […]

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BIFF To Screen ‘Pavarotti’ Film On October 23

The Bermuda International Film Festival [BIFF] is to screen a documentary about opera legend Luciano Pavarotti at its monthly film series, BIFFFlix. Directed by Academy Award winner Ron Howard, the riveting film is an in-depth, no-holds-barred look at the life, career and legacy of the musical icon. Dubbed “The People’s Tenor”, Pavarotti was the rare […]

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Turtle Tracked Traveling: Bermuda To Bahamas

A juvenile green sea turtle caught in Somerset Long Bay has made a successful trip to the Bahamas, with the Bermuda Turtle Project tracking the turtle over the course of its month-long journey spanning nearly 1,000 miles. Hardy was caught in Somerset Long Bay by the Bermuda Turtle Project. He measured 67.1 cm straight carapace […]

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Video: Ravoshia Whaley Releases “Drop It”

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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