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Can AI truly replicate the screams of a man on fire? Video game performers want their work protected

The physical strain this type of motion work entails, and the hours put into it, are part of the reason why he believes all video-game performers should be protected equally from the use of unregulated artificial intelligence.




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CSU gave Avery Morrow a second chance after his assault conviction. And Rams’ top running back is making most of it

A judge also ordered Avery Morrow to do 200 hours of community service and pay restitution and fees.





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Adams County man gets 192 years of prison time for double Dollar Store shooting

Johnny McCaslin, 51, was sentenced to 192 years in prison last week for the 2021 Dollar General Store shooting in Adams County that sent a mother and her son to the hospital.





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7 of the Most Awkward Table Talks in Black Family Films



Hold the Turkey, bring on the fists.



  • BET Star Cinema

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5 Black Christmas Films You Need to See



This is how you celebrate the holiday!



  • BET Star Cinema

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One Day Bae: 15 Black Love Films That Give Us Hope



#BlackLoveGoals



  • BET Star Cinema

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Can You Tell the Kiss From These Black Films? (Quiz)



Can you match the kiss to the film?



  • BET Star Cinema


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Cashawn Ashley Sims Found Safe



The 30-year-old has a huge following on Instagram.




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Shocking Video: Cop Slams Black Woman To Pavement



An internal investigation is underway.






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Women's Empowerment: 29Rooms Interview With Piera Gelardi



"Be the spark. Live with heart. Turn it into art."



  • Being Mary Jane

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K. Michelle Performs Judge Me



K. Michelle delivers a powerful rendition of "Judge Me."





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Ms. Patti Finally Gets the Honor She Deserves



Ms. Patti finally gets her shine!






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Baltimore Ravens Honor Michael K. Williams During Game

‘The Wire’ actor died earlier this month.




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ESPN Analyst Jay Williams Says People Are Wishing Him Death For Siding With Kyrie Irving

It's all because he sided with Kyrie Irving on COVID vaccine




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Governor Welcomes HMS Trent & HMS Medway

Governor Rena Lalgie welcomed the HMS Trent and HMS Medway and extended her thanks to the Royal Bermuda Regiment for their support in facilitating on-island logistics. A spokesperson said, “Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie, welcomed the recent visits from HMS Trent and HMS Medway and extended her thanks to the Royal Bermuda Regiment […]




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AM Best Affirms Everen Specialty’s A-Rating

AM Best affirmed Everen Specialty Ltd.’s A- financial strength and “a-” issuer ratings with a negative outlook, citing improved capital and a focus on core energy operations. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” [Excellent] of […]




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MSA Pay Tribute To Ethan Arruda

MSA paid tribute to the late Ethan Arruda and asked the community to “please keep Ethan’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this unimaginable loss.” The 17-year-old died following a stabbing incident during a house party that was taking place at a residence on Devonshire Bay Road this weekend. “Our MSA family is devastated […]




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Video: CahowCams Capture Egg Laying

The CahowCams on Nonsuch Island recently captured a live stream of a female Cahow laying an egg, with the first chicks expected to hatch “during the last few days of February, following the 50 to 53-day incubation period.” A spokesperson said, “On January 18 at 7:17pm, the female returned to the CahowCam2 burrow where her […]




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RA To Host Town Halls On Offshore Wind Farms

The Regulatory Authority is reminding the public about two additional town hall events regarding the “potential of offshore wind farms for Bermuda.” A spokesperson said, “Following the success of its initial town hall meeting held in July 2023, regarding the potential of offshore wind farms for Bermuda, the Regulatory Authority is reminding the public about […]




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Confirmed Firearms Incident In Southampton

Police are investigating a confirmed firearms incident which occurred in Southampton today [Feb 25] with detectives “looking for two suspects who rode away from the scene on a dark coloured motorcycle which did not have license plates.” A police spokesperson said, “Police are investigating a confirmed firearms incident which occurred in the Southampton area on […]




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Armstrong Earns A-10 Rookie Of The Week

Andrew Armstrong has been named the Rookie of the Week by the Atlantic 10 Conference. The announcement from his University said, “The Atlantic 10 Conference announced their weekly men’s soccer awards and recognized University of Dayton freshman Andrew Armstrong as A-10 Rookie of the Week. “Armstrong scored a pair of goals for the second straight game […]




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Andrew Armstrong Scores Winner For Dayton

Bermudian footballer Andrew Armstrong scored the winner in the University of Dayton’s 1-0 win at home to Davidson College in the Atlantic 10 Men’s Championship quarter-finals on Friday [November 8]. Freshman Armstrong headed home from a corner in the 87th minute for his eighth goal of the season. Dayton will face Fordham University at home […]




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Bailey’s & Flatt’s Unveil Eastern County Teams

Eastern County Cup holders Bailey’s Bay Cricket Club and challengers Flatt’s Victoria have selected their team Saturday’s round of the 2024 series at Lord’s in St. David’s. Bailey’s Bay will be led once again by Terryn Fray, with Kyle Hodsoll the vice-captain. The Bailey’s Bay team features nine players with Cup Match classic experience, and […]




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Local Filmmaker To Screen Whales Films

[Written by Stephen Wright] Whale researcher Andrew Stevenson will screen his two award-winning documentaries, ‘Where the Whales Sing’ and ‘The Secret Lives of the Humpbacks’ at the Speciality Cinema and Grill in Hamilton on Monday [December 4]. It will be the first time both documentaries are screened back-to-back, starting at 6.30 pm, with a 15-minute […]




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Hockey Teams Compete In Channel Islands

Bermuda Hockey Federation’s men’s and women’s teams traveled to Jersey, Channel Islands to compete in the Easter Weekend Hockey Festival. In the opener the Bermuda women’s team defeated Jersey’s women’s team 2 – 0, the Bermuda men’s team then defeated the Jersey men’s team 3 – 2. There were two mixed matches as well, with […]




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Storm Defeat The North Village Lady Rams

A Single Senior Bermuda Netball Association League game was played at Bernard’s Park, with the Storm defeating the North Village Lady Rams 40 – 34. Best attacker Nabiilah Nassir led the Storm with 42 goals, while MVP Selah Tuzo added 15 goals, with Jamir Hatherley was named the best defender. Darrika Simons scored 33 goals […]




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Winter League Teams And Players Honoured

The Bermuda Netball Association has celebrated the achievements of the Winter League teams and players at its recent annual prizegiving at the Docksider Pub and Restaurant. Phoenix Netball were crowned champions in the senior division, with Tigers runners-up. St George’s Cricket Club picked up the Fair Play Team, with Dockies Netball claiming the Team Spirit […]




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BLTA Announce ITF/COTECC U12 Tennis Teams

The Bermuda Lawn Tennis Association [BLTA] announced the team being sent to the Dominican Republic to participate in the 2024 ITF/COTECC U12 Team Competition, which will take place from June 28th – July 5th. The team will consist of three girls Arianna Parra, Lee Terceira, Ella Metschnabel, and Jacky Lambert [Coach]. The three boys are […]




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U12 Tennis Teams Win In Dominican Republic

The 2024 ITF/COTECC under 12 team competition continued in the Dominican Republic, with Bermuda’s team making an excellent showing. The Bermuda girls picked up their first win defeating the Dominican Republic Two team 3 – 0. Arianna Metschnabel got Bermuda on the board winning her match 6-3. 6-2. Lee Terceira would then double the Bermuda lead […]




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Armstrong & Rider Finish 5th In Jasper Fall Invite

Nathan Armstrong and his Rider men’s Cross-Country teammates finished fifth as a team out of 13 teams at the Jasper Fall Invite. Noah Taylor led Rider over the 8K distance, the senior ran a 25.19.8 coming in eighth place out of the 100 athletes competing, Dominik Lisicky finished in 24th place with a time of […]




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Armstrong Competes In Princeton Fall Classic

Nathan Armstrong and the Rider University men’s cross country team competed in the Princeton Fall Classic, hosted at Princeton University. The meet featured a challenging field of 22 schools. Armstrong contributed to the team’s effort, finishing 209th with a time of 25:58.7. Overall, Rider placed 20th in the team standings. Related Stories Armstrong Competes In […]




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Joan Williams Celebrates 40 Years At Little Venice

Joan Williams is celebrating 40 years of working at the Little Venice Group, with her colleagues hosting a special lunch to mark the milestone. A spokesperson said, “Not all shining stars are on the front lines! Joan Williams has been steadily working behind the scenes counting the numbers in the accounts department for the Little Venice […]




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AM Best Affirms A- Ratings For Athora

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” [Excellent] for Athora Life Re Ltd. and Athora Ireland plc. The ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “a-” [Excellent] of Athora […]




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AM Best Affirms A-Rating For Nissan Global

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” [Excellent] of Nissan Global Reinsurance, Ltd. [NGRe] [Hamilton, Bermuda]. A statement from the ratings agency said, “The outlook of these Credit Ratings [ratings] is stable. “The ratings reflect NGRe’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses […]




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AM Best Affirms Global Atlantic’s Ratings

AM Best affirmed Global Atlantic Group’s excellent ratings, noting its “strong operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.” A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A [Excellent] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings [Long-Term ICR] of “a+” [Excellent] of Commonwealth Annuity and […]




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ABIR Members Write $171B In Premiums In 2023

Member companies of the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers [ABIR] recorded a strong 18% year-over-year increase in premium written in 2023. A spokesperson said, “ABIR’s global underwriting report, released today, comprises data from 25 of 31 member re/insurers for the calendar year 2023. The Group generated gross written premium of over $171 billion, up […]




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AM Best Affirms Top Layer Reinsurance’s Ratings

AM Best affirmed the ratings of Top Layer Reinsurance Ltd., with a stable outlook. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating [FSR] of A+ [Superior] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating [Long-Term ICR] of “aa-” [Superior] of Top Layer Reinsurance Ltd. [Top Layer] [Bermuda]. The outlook of […]




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AM Best Affirms Rating For Sura Re Ltd

AM Best affirmed Sura Re Ltd.’s B++ [Good] Financial Strength Rating and “bbb” [Good] Credit Rating, with a stable outlook, citing its strong balance sheet and adequate performance. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb” [Good] […]




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AM Best Affirms Golden Tree’s Ratings

AM Best affirmed Golden Tree Reinsurance Limited’s B++ [Good] Financial Strength Rating and “bbb” [Good] Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating, both with a stable outlook. A statement from the ratings agency said, “AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ [Good] and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb” [Good] of Golden Tree Reinsurance […]




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“Marine Ecosystems Tend To Recover Well”

“Bermuda’s marine environment and its inhabitants are used to major storms, including hurricanes. There will inevitably be some acute damage as well as some ongoing negative effects in the short to medium term, but overall our marine ecosystems tend to recover well,” the Department of Environmental Protection said. Having found both a sea fan and […]




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28 Teams Take Part In BZS Reef Watch Event

Although the weather may not have fully cooperated on Saturday, June 27th, the Bermuda Zoological Society’s annual REEF Watch citizen science initiative, sponsored by Hiscox, has proven to be another successful year. The event supports the work of the Bermuda Reef Ecosystem Analysis and Monitoring [BREAM] programme led by chief scientist Dr. Thaddeus Murdoch. In […]




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BioQuest Aims To Help Biodiversity Conservation

BioQuest, powered by CariGenetics, officially launched on the 25th of November, marking a “significant step forward in Bermuda’s biodiversity conservation efforts.” A spokesperson said, “BioQuest is a new, innovative philanthropic NGO focused on biodiversity conservation using genomics, starting with Bermuda’s signature species, with an aim to create local genetic research capacity. “The launch event, attended […]