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BLM releases plan opening public lands in western Colorado to drilling, and not everyone is happy with it

Critics of a plan that makes tracts of public lands in western Colorado available to oil and gas drilling say the final insult is its release in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic when people are dealing with health and economic concerns.




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Issa Rae's 'The Lovebirds' Has A Release Date



The film's theatrical run was derailed by the coronavirus.




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R.Kelly Request To Be Released From Jail Denied Again



He posted his second request for release on April 16.




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Megan Thee Stallion Claims Label Won’t Let Her Release Music



The rapper shared the hashtag #FREETHEESTALLION




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Pop Smoke 911 Call Released



The Brooklyn rapper was only 20 years old.




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Inside Jordyn Woods' Plans to Release An Album



She already has a “no-brainer” collaborator in mind.




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R. Kelly Creates Third Excuse For Release From Jail



The judge has previously denied the singer's attempts.




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Prince Radio Channel Will Air Unreleased Music



The channel will also feature Sheila E.




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Horrific Video Of Ahmaud Arbery Killing Released



A district attorney is recommending a grand jury review.




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911 Call Made Before Ahmaud Arbery's Shooting Is Released



The 25-year-old was gunned down while jogging.




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Kareem Hunt Released From Chiefs



Security footage prompted the Chiefs to fire the player.




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Quarterback Cam Newton Responds After Carolina Panthers Release

His replacement comes from the New Orleans Saints.




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Steph Curry’s Documentary ‘Jump Shot’ To Receive Digital Release

The doc is set for digital release April 16-18.




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Former New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin Gets Early Release



He was once the face of healing after Hurricane Katrina.




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Horrific Video Of Ahmaud Arbery Killing Released



A district attorney is recommending a grand jury review.




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911 Call Made Before Ahmaud Arbery's Shooting Is Released



The 25-year-old was gunned down while jogging.




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Peregrine Falcon Released After Rehabilitation

Milly — a Peregrine Falcon who was found at Spittal Pond — has been released after receiving rehabilitation and care at the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo. BAMZ Curator Patrick Talbot explained, “Last month, an avid bird watcher and member of the Bermuda Audubon Society, Erich Hetzel, came across a Peregrine Falcon on the ground […]

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Reggie Lambe Released By Cambridge United

Cambridge United has announced the players that they’ll be retaining and releasing, with Bermuda’s Reggie Lambe on the list of players being released. Lambe remains officially under contract until the end of June. CEO Ian Mather said, “This is clearly a time of great uncertainty for football as well as every other part of society. […]

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Dr. Ewart Brown To Release Book In November

Former Bermuda Premier Dr. Ewart Brown will be launching his new memoir Whom Shall I Fear? at the beginning of November. Subtitled Pushing The Politics Of Change, the forthcoming book is described in a pre-publication promotional announcement as “a story rich in human and political insight that will fascinate readers interested in the global African […]

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Aspinall To Release Mermaids & Mercats Book

Author and artist Joan K. Aspinall will be launching her new book Bermuda Mermaids and Mercats at an event at the Bookmart on Saturday, December 7 from 12.00pm to 3.00pm. A mercat – half-cat, half-fish, not unlike a mermaid – is a popular element incorporated within the myth of mermaid art, with Ms. Aspinall saying […]

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Online Covid-19 Tool ‘HealthIQ’ Released

The Health Council announced the release of HealthIQ, which they said is a “simple online tool that will help us as a community in our efforts to progress from phase one through phase four of Covid-19 restrictions.” A spokesperson said, “Each member of the public is encouraged to go to HealthIQ.bm and enter information about […]

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BTA Release Bermuda Food Harvest Almanac

With the help of local farmers, fishermen and beekeepers, the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] has created a Bermuda Food Harvest Almanac to debut this weekend at the Botanical Gardens Farmers’ Market. The pocket-sized guide is “designed to connect restaurateurs, grocers and consumers with locally grown foods at their freshest.” “As we roll out a food […]

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Child Sex Offender Melvin Martin To Be Released

Attorney-General Kathy Lynn Simmons issued a public notice of the “impending release of child sex offender Melvin Edmund Stuart Martin, who will be released from Westgate on 10 February, 2019.” The 33-year-old sex offender was convicted of multiple counts including sexual exploitation of a young person while in a position of trust, making child pornography, […]

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Child Sex Offender To Be Released On Sunday

Child sex offender Melvin Edmund Stuart Martin is scheduled to to be released from prison this Sunday [Feb 10], with the Government having previously issued an advisory of his impending release. The 33-year-old sex offender was convicted of multiple counts including sexual exploitation of a young person while in a position of trust, making child […]

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Sex Offender Junius Caines To Be Released

[Updated] The Attorney-General has issued a “public notice of the impending release of sex offender Junius Carman Caines who will be released from Westgate on 24 June, 2019.” “Mr. Caines, a 50-year-old black male who will be residing in Pembroke Parish, was convicted and incarcerated for serious sexual assault,” the Government added. Photo provided by […]

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Child Sex Offender Jomar Caines To Be Released

The Minister of Legal Affairs and Attorney-General Senator Kathy Lynn Simmons today [Aug 7] issued a public notice of the impending release of child sex offender Jomar Akbar Caines, who will be released from Westgate today. A spokesperson said, “Pursuant to section 329H of the Criminal Code 1907, the Minister is empowered to disclose information […]

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Sex Offender Heman Viera To Be Released

Attorney General Kathy Lynn Simmons issued a public notice of the impending release of sex offender Heman Ledrew Viera, who will be released from Westgate on November 8th, 2019. Photo provided by the Ministry: A spokesperson said, “The Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Kathy Lynn Simmons, JP, has today issued a public notice […]

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Confined Sea Turtles Released In Great Sound

Today [June 27], the Ministry of the Environment returned 38 green turtles collected from the high marine traffic area of the Great Sound back to western waters. A spokesperson said, “A further eight of the smallest green turtles and three hawksbill turtles were released inshore in the East End in mid June, and it is […]

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Loggerhead Turtle Released After Rehabilitation

A loggerhead turtle named ‘Chad’ — who was found entangled in cargo netting last October — was released into the waters off our coast last week after a lengthy rehabilitation at Bermuda Aquarium Museum and Zoo [BAMZ]. “Divers from Blue Water Divers found Chad floating in Ely’s Harbour in October of last year. Chad was […]

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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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Devaune Ratteray Releases ‘Dark & Stormy’

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

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’

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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Music Video: DemBiez Release “Picture Of You”

Bermudian musical production team DemBiez has released its latest piece of work, a music video for a song entitled “Picture Of You” by local artist Cush Evans featuring 1443. The group explained, “The video was filmed along with BermyCreatives, starring Desiree Riley and model Sophia Manders. Makeup By local James R.Lee to promote Ms. Riley’s […]

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Music Video: DemBiez Release “Amnesia”

Local artist Coshaun Evans, also known as Cush Evans, has recorded a new music video for his song “Amnesia,” recently released by Dembiez. The group explained, “The song and visuals describe an emotional point in time in the artist’s life that he was willing to share with the world with whoever can relate to how […]

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Singer Valerie Sherwood Releases New Videos

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’

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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Video: Ill-Logical Linguistics Release ‘I Know’

ill-Logical Linguistics is a Bermudian hip-hop duo that consists of the rapper Josh “Fatz” Simons and producer Craig Simons. The Simons cousins have enjoyed considerable success in the past, with their song ‘Go Slow’ winning the 2012 Hollywood Music in Media Award for Best Rap/Hip Hop. Their other hits include ‘A Place with A Vibe’ and […]

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Music Video: Charm Releases ‘Whirlwind’

Local singer Charmarie Woolridge-Virgin has released a music video for her song ‘Whirlwind,’ an original piece written and produced by Ms. Woolridge-Virgin and her father John Woolridge. When asked how she got started with music, the singer, who performs under the name Charm, told Bernews, “I got started with music at a very young age, […]

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Music Video: Heritage Releases New Single

L.A.-based soul/pop band HEЯITAGE, which is comprised of Bermudian musicians, released their new single and music video cover for “I Can” by Chronixx. A spokesperson said, “The video was directed by Brandon Lee and shot in various locations in Los Angeles. With HannaH’s soulful crooning and Gianluca Gibbons’ enchanting saxophone playing, the band breathe their […]

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Audio: Collie Buddz Releases New Single “Bank”

Bermudian reggae artist Collie Buddz has released a new single, with his latest song ‘Bank’, featuring Russ and B Young. A report from Billboard said, “After being wooed by ‘Love & Reggae’ last summer, Collie Buddz is now ready to chase that paper. The Bermudian reggae star returns with his catchy new single ‘Bank.’ Audio | Parental advisory due […]

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Chester Zoo Releases Snails In Bermuda

Conservationists from Chester Zoo in the United Kingdom have released 800 lesser Bermuda snails on the island as they work to pull the species back from the brink of extinction. A story on the Chester Zoo website said, “The 800 lesser Bermuda snails, which were once driven to the brink of existence, have been given […]

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Audio: Sir Dudley Releases ‘Gal Gone’ Song

Bermudian reggae artist Giles Spurling, also known as Sir Dudley, has released a new single titled Gal Gone. The song is composed of an instrumental created by Mr. IVibes of IVibes Productions and lyrics and vocals composed by Sir Dudley. The record was recorded, mixed and mastered at MassFX Recording by Mr. IVibes. A spokesperson […]

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Court: Board To Review Eligibility For Release

The Parole Board has been “directed to convene a hearing within 14 days of the date of this judgment” for the purpose of reviewing Dennis Robinson’s “eligibility for release on licence.” This is according to a ruling from the Supreme Court in relation to an application for Judicial Review against a “decision to recall prisoner […]

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BTA Release Statistics On AC Tourism Impact

The Bermuda Tourism Authority released statistics covering the time span the island hosted the America’s Cup, saying the average hotel rate for June was 30% higher [increase of $133.38 per night] when compared to June 2016, and June hotel occupancy was 79.4%, which was on “par with the performance seen in 2016.” There were 100 […]

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Two Men Arrested, Released On Police Bail

The two men that were arrested in connection with the murder of 25-year-old Danshun Swann were released on police bail on Thursday evening, the police have confirmed. Mr Swann was fatally stabbed during a fight involving a group of males outside Southampton Rangers Sports Club on August 27th. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police […]

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PHP 7.2.30 Release Announcement - PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor

The PHP development team announces the immediate availability of PHP 7.2.30. This is a security release.All PHP 7.2 users are encouraged to upgrade to this version.For source downloads of PHP 7.2.30 please visit our downloads page, Windows source and binaries can be found on windows.php.net/download/. The list of changes is recorded in the ChangeLog.




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Secret Service Sends FOIA Requester A Redacted Version Of A Public DOJ Press Release

The government loves its secrets. It loves them so much it does stupid things to, say, "secure the nation..." or "protect the integrity of deliberative processes" or whatever the fuck. We should not trust the government's reasoning when it chooses to redact information from documents it releases to FOIA requesters. These assertions should always be challenged because the government's track record on redactions is objectively awful.

Here's the latest case-in-point: Emma Best -- someone the government feels is a "vexatious" FOIA filer -- just received a completely stupid set of redactions from the Secret Service. Best requested documents mentioning darknet market Hansa, which was shut down (along with Alpha Bay) following an investigation by US and Dutch law enforcement agencies.

The documents returned to Best contained redactions. This is unsurprising given the nature of the investigation. What's surprising is what the Secret Service decided to redact. As Best pointed out on Twitter, the Secret Service decided public press releases by the DOJ were too sensitive to be released to the general public.

Here's one of the redactions [PDF] the Secret Service applied to a press release that can be found unaltered and unedited at the Justice Department's publicly-accessible website:

And here's what the Secret Service excised, under the bullshit theory that a publicly-released press statement is somehow an "inter-agency or intra-agency memorandums or letter which would not be available by law to a party other than an agency in litigation with the agency."

“This is likely one of the most important criminal investigations of the year – taking down the largest dark net marketplace in history,” said Attorney General Jeff Sessions. “Make no mistake, the forces of law and justice face a new challenge from the criminals and transnational criminal organizations who think they can commit their crimes with impunity using the dark net. The dark net is not a place to hide. The Department will continue to find, arrest, prosecute, convict, and incarcerate criminals, drug traffickers and their enablers wherever they are. We will use every tool we have to stop criminals from exploiting vulnerable people and sending so many Americans to an early grave. I believe that because of this operation, the American people are safer – safer from the threat of identity fraud and malware, and safer from deadly drugs.”

Um. Is Jeff Sessions being Yezhoved by the Secret Service? Does the agency consider him to be enough of a persona non grata after his firing by Trump to be excised from the Secret Services' official recollection of this dark web takedown? This insane conspiracy theory I just made up makes as much sense as anything the Secret Service could offer in explanation for this redaction. The redaction removed nothing but the sort of swaggering statement Attorney Generals always make after a huge bust.

Needless to say, Emma Best is challenging the Secret Service's redactions. Pithily.

I am appealing the integrity of the redactions, as you withheld public press releases under b5, which is grossly inappropriate.

Yeah. That's an understatement. The Secret Service has no business redacting publicly-available info. Even if this was a clerical error, it's so bad it's insulting. And that's why you can't trust the government on things like this: when it's not being malicious, it's being stupid.




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$2.99 re-release deal

I’ve got a new re-release! The title and cover for Road to the Sun were a little too dreamy and not really indicative of the actiony-suspensey vibe of the plot. Dar Albert designed an awesome new cover, and the brilliant Annabeth Albert (no relation!) suggested the new title. You can borrow in KU for the next three months […]