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Video: Shooting Victim’s Mother Makes Appeal

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Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 13:35:19 +0000

After losing one son to gun violence and having another son injured in a shooting, a Bermudian mother has appealed for help, calling on people to pull together and unite. In an emotional appeal yesterday, Nicole Fox said, “This has been the second time my home has been hit with bullets. Many of you could say […]

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Butterfield Invites Applications For Scholarships

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Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 21:03:34 +0000

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited is accepting applications for its undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships. The deadline for both scholarships is Friday 27 March 2020. Undergraduate Scholarship A spokesperson said, “The Sir Harry D. Butterfield Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to a Bermudian student commencing, or already pursuing, an undergraduate degree overseas at an […]

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Video: Education Minister Press Conference

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Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:13:36 +0000

The Minister of Education Diallo Rabain is holding a press conference this afternoon [March 12] “regarding work being undertaken in our public school system.” We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the 19-minute replay is below Related Stories Video: Education […]

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Saltus & Warwick Moving To Virtual Learning

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:12:51 +0000

In light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, both Saltus Grammar School and Warwick Academy have made the decision to move classes to virtual platforms. A Saltus spokesperson said, “Saltus has made the decision to transition to a virtual learning platform as of tomorrow, March 17, 2020. “Attendance and all classes will continue remotely through our school’s […]

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Covid-19: No IB Exams At BHS This Year

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 12:05:27 +0000

The Bermuda High School [BHS] announced that the IB examinations will not be held this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “BHS has announced to students, parents, and staff that the IB examinations due to take place between April 30th and May 22nd, will not be held this year due to the […]

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Zoological Society Virtual Spring Break Camp

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Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 18:56:31 +0000

The Bermuda Zoological Society [BZS] hosted a virtual spring break camp for students, with a virtual walk through a nature trail, online lectures, crafts, a Zoom Bluebird box building session and more. A spokesperson said, “Children usually rejoice in a break from school. However, this year with schools already closed parents were looking for ways to […]

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Videos: Schools Send Messages To Students

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 17:24:43 +0000

Teachers from West Pembroke School and East End Primary recently created videos reaching out to their students as they remain away from class due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. The East End Primary School video features teachers holding up custom made signs bearing messages for students, set to Club Nouveau’s version of ‘Lean On Me,’ […]

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Video: Whitney Institute Middle School Message

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 10:49:15 +0000

The Whitney Institute Middle School staff came together to send a virtual message to the students and families to connect and share positivity. A spokesperson said, “The entire Whitney Institute Middle School staff misses all of the students and wishes the best for them and their families during this pandemic. The staff came together to […]

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Impact Mentoring Academy Virtual Open House

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:22:00 +0000

Impact Mentoring Academy [IMA] will be hosting a virtual open house for parents and students from April 28 to April 30. A spokesperson said, “Impact Mentoring Academy will be hosting a virtual open house this week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. “The single-gender academy has been in full swing even through the Covid-19 ‘Shelter in […]

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Legal & General To Provide Free Laptops

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Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 22:41:06 +0000

Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] has launched the Lighthouse Connect fund at the Bermuda Community Foundation, in partnership with the Mirrors Programme, to raise funds to provide free laptops to Bermuda public school students. A spokesperson said, “Bermuda-based Legal & General Reinsurance [L&G Re] has launched the Lighthouse Connect fund at the Bermuda Community […]

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Video: MSA Elementary Virtual Sports Day

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 10:42:54 +0000

Mount Saint Agnes Academy held their first ‘Virtual Sports Day’, which saw students take part in a number of events and submit photos and videos. A spokesperson said, “Remote learning challenges us to be creative with our longstanding traditions and customs. On May 1, MSA Elementary Virtual Sports Day replaced our traditional sports day and […]

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Video: Gilbert Institute Message To Students

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 22:36:03 +0000

The teachers and staff of Gilbert Institute have created a video sending a message of encouragement to their students as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to keep both staff and students at home. The video’s description says, “The Gilbert staff sending a message of encouragement to students. Edited by Terry Henry.” As the island and world […]

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Saltus Graduates Receive Surprise Visits

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:42:07 +0000

Saltus students who make up the graduating class of 2020 recently received visits from the school’s staff members. A spokesperson said, “With the situation of the pandemic still unfolding, the graduating class of 2020 have missed some rites of passage such as prank day, final assembly, and the graduate walk. “Despite this, faculty saw this […]

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Court: Two Men Deny Charge Relating To Video

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Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 17:45:11 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Appearing in Magistrates Court today, Ezra Ararat, 34, of Devonshire, and Raymond Swan, 44, of Hamilton parish, pleaded not guilty to a charge related to allegedly threatening law enforcement officials by publishing a video advocating the shooting of police, prosecutors, and judges. Mr Ararat was remanded into custody by Senior Magistrate […]

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Court: Board To Review Eligibility For Release

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Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 12:01:07 +0000

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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Court: Lawyer Denies Charges Involving Theft

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Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:34:08 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A lawyer pleaded not guilty to charges involving theft and deception totaling $86,216.01. Nancy Vieira, 46, denied two charges of theft. One allegedly occurred between August 2015 and October 2016, in which she allegedly stole $28,615 via ATM withdrawals. The second allegedly occurred from August 2016, and October 2016, in which she […]

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Court: Officer Resigns After Court Conviction

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 10 Dec 2019 12:24:20 +0000

A 34-year-old man has resigned his position as a police officer after pleading guilty to an offence in relation to destroying traffic tickets. 34-year-old Kyle Wheatley admitting to planning with others to pervert the course of justice by destroying traffic tickets issued to motorists who were alleged to have committed traffic offences. Speaking at a […]

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Court: Man Admits Threat, Having A Machete

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Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 15:12:52 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] In Magistrates Court, a 41-year-old man asked for help for his alcohol problems after admitting two offences. Dimetri Robinson pleaded guilty to have a bladed article longer than three inches, namely a machete, without good reason. He also admitted to threatening a person at his office at the Lorraine Rest Home by […]

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BSSF Drama Scholarships For Vickers & Smith

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Published On :: Tue, 27 May 2014 16:27:41 +0000

The Bermuda Shakespeare Schools Festival [BSSF] will award two major scholarships to two outstanding drama students, with Rowan Vickers and Marcus Smith set to receive assistance to continue their studies. Every year BSSF, now in its seventh year of operation, invites applications for scholarship support from any student who has participated in one of their […]

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Photos & Videos: Hubert Smith, The Play

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:03:13 +0000

A play celebrating the life of legendary Bermudian musician Hubert Smith — best known for being the composer and singer of Bermuda is Another World – is presently running at the Fourways Inn, where it is set to continue until October 5th. “Hubert Smith: The Play” was spearheaded by Dale Butler, and the performers include […]

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Herbert Appears In ‘En Vogue’ Christmas Movie

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Published On :: Thu, 11 Dec 2014 20:27:50 +0000

Bermudian actor Daren A. Herbert is playing a character named “Vaughn” in a new holiday-themed film featuring musical group En Vogue, titled “An En Vogue Christmas.” The made-for-television film debuted last month, and is set to air on the Lifetime LMN network twice more before Christmas Day, including tonight at 9.00pm and December 13 at 1.00am. […]

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Video: Bermudian Featured On House Hunters

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:00:25 +0000

[Updated] Just like in the words of the song, California dreaming was becoming a reality when Bermudian Danyel Thompson and her family arrived on the US West Coast from North Carolina. But for Ms Thompson the fulfilment of that dream had to include a bricks-and-mortar component: a family home. The TV reality show House Hunters […]

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New Units To Be Added At Harbour View Village

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 18:10:11 +0000

28 new three bedroom units will be constructed at the Harbour View Village in the east end, Minister of Public Works Lt/Col David Burch announced today. Minister Burch said, “Good morning and welcome to the Harbour View Village Condominiums. I am pleased to be joined today by the representative for Constituency 4, St. George’s South, […]

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Hilton Senior Executives Visit Bermudiana Resort

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:48:14 +0000

Senior executives representing Tapestry Collection by Hilton were recently in Bermuda meeting with the onsite sales team from Coldwell Banker Bermuda Realty and Bermudiana Development Company Ltd. to discuss the sales launch and marketing of the vacation hotel/residential development, which they said is due to open in summer 2020. “The signing of Bermudian Beach Resort […]

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Covid-19: Bermuda Housing Trust Preparation

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Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:29:19 +0000

In light of the global Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT] is taking steps to protect their 194 tenants living in five properties located across Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “At the Bermuda Housing Trust [BHT], we are constantly monitoring the risk that Covid-19 might represent to the 194 tenants living in our five properties […]

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Tucker’s Point Providing Virtual Tours

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 09:32:21 +0000

In light of the current social distancing measures in place due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Tucker’s Point is now offering a virtual tour of its Harbour Court listings. A spokesperson said, “During these trying times, the Tucker’s Point team’s goal is to ensure inquirers receive a seamless experience. “The team is still available to discuss […]

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BFRS Offer Video Remote Building Inspection

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:11:42 +0000

With the Covid-19 pandemic preventing in-person inspections, the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service [BFRS] is currently providing a Remote Video Inspection service specifically for buildings and construction sites. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service [BFRS] is advising that it is currently providing a Remote Video Inspection [RVI] service specifically for buildings […]

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Video: BFRS & RBR On Hurricane Preparedness

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 12 Oct 2019 02:40:50 +0000

Bernews hosted a News & Views panel discussion today [Oct 11], with Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service Divisional Officer Mark Taylor and Royal Bermuda Regiment Major Dwight Robinson discussing various aspects related to preparing for the approach of a hurricane and how their services respond during and after a storm. Strong winds swept across the […]

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Premier Visits WWII Vet Randolph Hayward

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Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 22:57:29 +0000

Premier David Burt today paid a visit to Randolph Hayward, who served with the Bermuda Contingent of the Caribbean Regiment during World War II, with the Premier noting that as ”we approach Remembrance Day, it is important that we celebrate these living links to our history.” A Government spokesperson said, “Premier David Burt today paid a […]

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Photos & Video: 2019 Remembrance Day Parade

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Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:36:33 +0000

[Updated with photos] Hundreds of people came out to honour war veterans and the fallen today [Nov 11] as the island marked Remembrance Day. The crowds lined Front Street near the Cenotaph at Cabinet Office as the small band of surviving veterans marched on parade alongside soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment, and its Band […]

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Photos: Premier & Minister Visit RBR Recruits

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 15:42:24 +0000

Premier David Burt and the Minister of National Security Wayne Caines visited this year’s newest Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] recruits during the annual camp training yesterday, Thirty-six trainees — including five from the Cayman Island Regiment — are participating in the first of two recruitment camps this year. During yesterday’s visit, the Premier and Minister […]

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Covid-19: Soldiers Assist With Airport Arrivals

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Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 13:11:58 +0000

Soldiers from the Royal Bermuda Regiment have mobilised at the airport to help returned residents disembark and transport those who need quarantined outside their homes to special accommodation. Sergeant Giovanni Lema, a member of the RBR’s Motor Transport section, drove one of the buses used to ferry passengers off some of the last planes to […]

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Governor John Rankin Visits Regiment Troops

By bernews.com
Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 22:49:12 +0000

Governor John Rankin today [March 30] toured Warwick Camp and talked to the Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers who are some of the people on the front line of the battle against Covid-19. Mr Rankin said: “I was very pleased to visit Warwick Camp to meet the members of the Royal Bermuda Regiment who are doing […]

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Regiment Troops Kitted Up For Covid-19

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Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2020 12:12:08 +0000

Soldiers in the front line of the battle against Covid-19 are equipped to do the job, senior officers said. Major Preston Gill, the RBR coronavirus response commander and planner, added that troops had been ordered to follow strict guidelines and were issued with protective equipment up to the level of risk faced. He said: “Everyone […]

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The Easter Bunny Visits Regiment Soldiers

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Published On :: Sat, 11 Apr 2020 00:24:04 +0000

Soldiers will get a little ‘egg-stra’ in their rations tomorrow [April 11] after a pharmacy chain donated 200 Easter treats to the Royal Bermuda Regiment soldiers who will spend the holiday on duty. The Phoenix Stores pharmacy chain gave 200 chocolate Easter eggs to the Regiment to give them a small taste of home while they […]

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Covid-19: Coast Guard On Patrol On Land & Sea

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Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:16:19 +0000

Coast Guard personnel from the Royal Bermuda Regiment were keeping tabs on boat movements and coastal areas. The soldiers mounted boat patrols around the island to enforce the Government’s shelter in place regulations on the water and on land. Corporal CJ Richardson, 32, who is in his third week of embodiment, said: “It’s pretty good […]

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Digicel & One Donate Cell Service To Soldiers

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 22:05:28 +0000

The island’s two biggest telecommunications companies have donated almost $30,000 worth of cell phone services to help soldiers on the Covid-19 frontline keep in touch with their loved ones. Digicel and One Communications said they decided to support the Royal Bermuda Regiment’s efforts to control the spread of the disease and give about 200 soldiers […]

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Fairmont Hotel Provides Free Meals For Soldiers

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Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 11:10:17 +0000

A luxury hotel has thanked soldiers on duty over the Covid-19 crisis with two dinners for 200 prepared by its top chefs. The Fairmont Southampton cooked the meals for the troops at Warwick Camp and forward operating bases yesterday [Sunday] – the second time the hotel has ensured soldiers dined in style. Kiaran MacDonald, Fairmont’s […]

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RA: Providers Met 4G Requirements For The AC

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Published On :: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 17:23:48 +0000

In November 2016, as part of the award of 4G spectrum to Telecommunications [BWI] Ltd [Digicel] and Bermuda Digital Communications Limited [One Communications], the Regulatory Authority [the ‘Authority’] mandated specific coverage and Quality of Service [QoS] obligations. A spokesperson said, “The obligations are in the following phases: 1. America’s Cup Coverage and QoS obligation [which […]

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Minister Gibbons Provides America’s Cup Update

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Published On :: Tue, 04 Jul 2017 12:17:36 +0000

With the conclusion of the 35th America’s Cup, which saw five weeks of intense racing and Emirates Team New Zealand besting the field to win, Minister of Economic Development Dr. Grant Gibbons provided the following update to the public. Minister Gibbons said today, “Heartfelt congratulations must again be extended to Emirates Team New Zealand on […]

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Video: Significance & Value Of Hosting AC35

By bernews.com
Published On :: Thu, 06 Jul 2017 10:57:13 +0000

America’s Cup Bermuda Chairman Peter Durhager and CEO Mike Winfield outlined the long-term value and importance of Bermuda’s accomplishment in a post event overview, and said that “detailed analysis and economic and social impact reports will be forthcoming in October 2017.” The 24-minute live video replay is below: The statement from the ACBDA is below: Mr. […]

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Video: Wrapping Up AC35 In Bermuda

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Published On :: Fri, 07 Jul 2017 10:40:15 +0000

This week’s ‘Minute with Mikaela’ video takes the time to wrap up the 35th America’s Cup, saying, “the real star of the show was Bermuda.” During the Minute, Mikaela Pearman said, “Now that the 35th America’s Cup is now in the history books. After 2 and a half years of preparation, the event we’ve all […]

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Video: America’s Cup AC75 Concept Revealed

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 22 Nov 2017 12:33:06 +0000

A new era in America’s Cup racing has been unveiled, as the concept for the AC75, the class of boat to be sailed in the 36th America’s Cup is released illustrating a new vision for high performance fully foiling monohull racing yachts. “The Emirates Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa design teams have spent the […]

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Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #1

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Published On :: Tue, 12 Dec 2017 12:10:49 +0000

Look back at the highlights of the 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda with a 9-part retrospective documentary produced by the ACBDA, and narrated by legendary Bermudian actor Earl Cameron. The documentary is airing on ZBM TV9 this week, and each of the nine parts will be available online here on Bernews, beginning today. “Hear from […]

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Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #2

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Published On :: Wed, 13 Dec 2017 12:12:02 +0000

“The beauty of Bermuda and its natural assets – including the people in our community – these all make up one of the reasons why the 35th America’s Cup was so successful in Bermuda”, the ACBDA said. “Hear from those who led the organising authorities and from Bermudians who excelled in their trade during Bermuda’s busiest […]

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Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #3

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Published On :: Thu, 14 Dec 2017 19:02:17 +0000

“This is Part 3 of a nine-part series walking you down memory lane of Bermuda’s 35th America’s Cup and revealing behind the scenes insights from Bermudians who were involved in planning and preparing the event.”, the ACBDA said. “You’ll hear how they were nervous in the planning stages, wondering ‘could we deliver’ and ‘had Bermuda […]

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Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #4

By bernews.com
Published On :: Fri, 15 Dec 2017 13:34:22 +0000

“The 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda was very much about the Common Good of the island and its people. As a community we learned how to work together for the good of all and how to collaborate as agencies, government departments and the private sector for the best results,” the ACBDA said as Part 4 […]

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Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #5

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Published On :: Mon, 18 Dec 2017 14:05:16 +0000

“Part 5 of this 9-part documentary is all about the doors that were opened for Bermudians who stepped forward to be involved and for businesses that were tasked with delivering to a standard that they’d not previously experienced,” the ACBDA said. “Creating opportunities for Bermudians was one of the key reasons for bringing the America’s […]

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Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #6

By bernews.com
Published On :: Tue, 19 Dec 2017 12:29:19 +0000

“A unique aspect of the America’s Cup in Bermuda was that the racing teams, their support crew and their families came to live in Bermuda for an extended period, well before the event. They integrated into our community taking part in local events and supporting many charities, organisations and social programs”, the ACBDA said. “Of […]

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Video: America’s Cup Documentary Part #7

By bernews.com
Published On :: Wed, 20 Dec 2017 12:00:35 +0000

“The America’s Cup brought people from around the world and across Bermuda to work together over a finite and intense period and many close friendships and personal bonds were formed, most of which may last a lifetime,” the ACBDA said as Part 7 of the 9 part documentary was released. “Everything from professional relationships and […]

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