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Expert Advice: Get Started on Your New Website

Starting a new website can be a bit overwhelming but we’re here to help! Beginning Monday, April 20th, WordPress.com will host free, 30-minute live webinars to cover those initial questions that come up as you start to build your website. Each day will cover a different topic, all designed to …





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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by mypbbooks

World Earth day is human arrogance disguised as caring. The Earth is not going anywhere; we are.




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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by popjoey

The 50th anniversary would be the perfect time to reassess the warnings of those 50 years and take a practical approach to have an impact that is reality based- example - the green new deal is a total farce. We can make good and actionable goals- reality bases is practical.




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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by elijahmacaulay

We must unite to save nature.




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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by Kaiser Bhat

Pollution is the main cause and we are the reason for that cause, we can see earth healing as we all are under quarantine.




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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by dimestorechicks

Earth day should have been born earlier. Better late than never!




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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by Aghilabdulla

We need to put more effort towards saving our planet.




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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by akshita1776

Agree with it. We need to help Earth heal now.




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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by dipercetakan

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Comment on Earth Day Turns 50 with a Massive Livestream Event by kyosuke17

I agree with you. We need to think about the earth more for the future.




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Comment on Create With Confidence — and Better Blocks by Ian Stewart

In reply to <a href="https://wordpress.com/blog/2020/03/26/block-editor-upgrades/#comment-413515">Roland Little</a>. Hi, Roland! We have some <a href="https://wordpress.com/support/wordpress-editor/" rel="nofollow ugc">videos and help in our WordPress Editor documentation</a> that might help out with that.




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BPOTY Support Bermuda Cahow Initiative

One of the world’s leading bird photography contests has taken a Bermuda Audubon Society programme aimed at boosting Cahow numbers under its wing. Established in 2016, the annual online Bird Photographer of the Year Competition draws tens of thousands of entrants. Describing itself as a “celebration of avian beauty and diversity, and a tribute to […]

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Report: Triathlon Contributed $4.7M To GDP

This year’s MS Amlin World Triathlon Series [WTS] event in Bermuda “generated an estimated $4.7 million for the island’s economy, along with another $9.3 million in projected future tourism,” according to a study by PricewaterhouseCoopers [PwC]. “The April 28 event—one of three annual International Triathlon Union [ITU] World Triathlon Series races secured by Bermuda through […]

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Court: Bevan Ordered To Pay Back $820,000

Jeffrey Bevan — an accountant who is serving time in prison in Wales – will have to pay back around £654,757.19 [$820,316] to the Bermuda Government after his assets were seized, according to a report from South Wales Argus. Bevan was employed as Payments Manager for the Bermuda Government from 2011 to 2013, and in a […]

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Court: Man Charged With Killing His Own Mother

Alexander Deltoro has been charged in a Florida court, with the 28-year-old accused of fatally shooting his own mother. According to a report in the Sun Sentinel, “A Margate mom stepped in between her son and husband, trying to break up their fight. Now she’s dead and her son is in jail, accused of shooting her […]

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Bermuda Warrior Challenge Martial Arts Held

The 1st Bermuda Warrior Challenge took place at The Academy of Martial Arts this weekend [June 22], with martial arts skills on display from age groups ranging from 7 to 13 years of age. Participants were judged on punching strength, time around the challenge course, faults and self-defense techniques demonstrated. The event saw a number […]

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Photo Set #2: Epic Entertainment Fight Night

Epic Entertainment hosted a night filled with kickboxing and boxing on Saturday night [June 29] at the Victualling Yard in the Royal Naval Dockyard. Controversy Gym showcased a youth boxing exhibition under the guidance of coach Leo Richardson, to get the night started. Youth boxer Otero Smith from Controversy Gym was defeated by Szaine Williams […]

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Lepercq Memorial Martial Arts Tournament Held

Eight competitors turned up to celebrate the 19th edition of the Lepercq Memorial karate tournament at the Hamilton Princess Hotel this weekend. The one active match up between Suzanne Ericsson and Andrea McKey gave a close 2/1 win to Ms. Ericsson. Entrants who gained performance medals in forms were Andrea Mckey for weapons, Charles Ndaiye […]

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Results: Skippy Kick Martial Arts Tournament

A Skippy Kick martial arts tournament was held yesterday [Nov 3], with winners emerging in a number of categories. A spokesperson said, “Competitors at the Skippy Kick martial arts tournament were concentrated in the junior forms divisions, which were quite competitive. There was one triple crown winner, Will Spriggs, who placed first in forms, weapons […]

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Martial Artists Win Medals In Virginia

Martial artists from Bermuda won multiple medals at John Chung’s World Cup of Martial Arts event in Virginia. on January 18 and January 19. A spokesperson said, “Mr Chung was celebrating 50 years of his martial arts career and team leader Andrea McKey presented him with a plaque from the Bermuda Karate Organization acknowledging this […]

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Tanika White: Appreciation For Arts, Agriculture

Northlands Social Studies Teacher, Tanika White, is a huge fan of the Annual Ag Show. The event not only gives her a chance to honour the Island’s arts and culture, but also lets her teach the Island’s history in a fun and engaging way to students. Ms. White tells us why everyone– young and old […]

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YouTube’s ‘Rare Earth’ Highlights Bermuda

Rare Earth, a YouTube channel with more than 830,000 subscribers, has posted two videos about Bermuda, including a highlight of the late Johnny Barnes and a closer look at the island’s unique roofs. The first video, entitled “When A Traffic Circle Loved Us,” focuses on the story of Johnny Barnes and has garnered more than 32,000 […]

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United Wellness Offering Virtual Classes

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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Bermuda Match Play 1st Round & Quarter Final

The 1st round and quarter final matches were played today [Nov 30] in the Bermuda Match Play Championships at Port Royal Golf Course. The #1 seed and defending champion Jarryd Dillas advanced to the semi-finals after defeating Chris Papageorge 6 & 5. He will be playing Will Haddrell in the semi-final starting at 7.48am tomorrow. Richard […]

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Airport Charity Classic Raises Over $30,000

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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Bermuda Finishes Fourth In RAN Play-Off

The Rugby Americas North [RAN] Under 19 Tournament recently concluded in Barbados, with Bermuda finishing in fourth place. Bermuda took to the field for the final day of the tournament, taking on Trinidad & Tobago in the third and fourth place match. Bermuda lost the match 22 – 15 to finish the tournament in fourth […]

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BRFU Mini Rugby Participants Donate Books

The Bermuda Rugby Football Union’s [BFRU] Mini Rugby program has continued their annual kid-to-kid giving campaign this holiday season, with Mini Rugby participants donating lightly used books to the Reading Clinic. OBRFU Youth Development Officer Patrick Calow said, “We’re really pleased to have been able to collect so many books for The Reading Clinic. It’s […]

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Live Video Replay: “Art Walk” Fashion Show

[Updated] The St. George’s Art Walk is underway this afternoon [Oct 25], with the event featuring displays from artists, musical and dance performances, as well as a fashion show — which is currently taking place and you can tune in and watch it live via our Periscope account. The fashion show is set to feature […]

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Photos & Video: Fashion Show At “Art Walk”

The St. George’s Art Walk took place on Sunday afternoon, with the event featuring displays and performances from artists, musicians and dancers; with the east end event also incorporating a fashion show which showcased styles from three local area stores. The featured designer stores included Last Night Boutique, A2Z Fashions and Baubelles, with their merchandise worn […]

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Hurricane Humberto: Butterfield Closures

Due to the approach of Hurricane Humberto, Butterfield Banking Centre will close at 11.30am tomorrow [Sept 18], and all other Butterfield departments will close at 12.00pm. A spokesperson said, “Due to the approach and potential impact of Hurricane Humberto, Butterfield Banking Centres in Bermuda will close at 11:30 a.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, 18 September 2019. All […]

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Butterfield Reports Third Quarter 2019 Results

The Bank of  Butterfield  announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2019. Net income for the third quarter was $42.4 million or $0.79 per diluted common share, compared to $38.6 million or $0.72 per common share for the previous quarter and $50.4 million, or $0.90 per common share in the third quarter of […]

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HSBC’s Credit Card Alerts Offer Fraud Protection

HSBC is introducing credit card alerts to assist in protecting customers against fraud. A spokesperson said, “With over $5 billion in card related fraud losses being reported globally in 2019, every card holder should be aware of the importance of keeping their card data safe. “One of HSBC’s top priorities is to find ways to […]

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Butterfield 4th Quarter & Full Year 2019 Results

The Bank of Butterfield today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2019. “Net income for the year ended December 31, 2019 was $177.1 million or $3.30 per diluted common share, compared to $195.2 million or $3.50 per diluted common share for the year ended December 31, 2018,” the company said. […]

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Butterfield Supports WRC Voucher Appeal

The Bank of N.T. Butterfield contributed $1,000 to the Women’s Resource Centre’s [WRC] grocery voucher appeal. A spokesperson said, “The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited today contributed $1,000 to the Women’s Resource Centre’s grocery voucher appeal. The appeal came about after the charity was deluged with calls from mothers, who were left unemployed […]

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Bermuda Motorsports Expo On Jan 27 & 28

For a second year in a row the island’s motorsports clubs have joined forces to host a two-day open house at the Rubis Southside Raceway in St David’s on Saturday January 27th and Sunday January 28th. Takara Dill President of the Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club and Scott Barnes President of the Bermuda Karting Club are […]

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Photos & Video: Bermuda Motorsports Expo

The Bermuda Association for Motorsports — the governing body for motorsports on the island — recently held their second annual Bermuda Motorsports Expo at the RUBiS Southside Raceway in St. David’s. The 5-minute live video replay is below: The second Bermuda Motorsports Expo is the culmination of the Bermuda Karting Club, Bermuda Motorcycle Racing Club, […]

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Azai Burt Finishes Strong In Tennessee

Azai Burt concluded competing in the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship in Tennessee. Burt qualified after he was crowned the 4-6 Year Old Age Group 51cc Shaft Class SE Youth Regional Qualifiers South of the Border Champion back in June. Burt finished in 6th place overall, this after 3 riders above him […]

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DHT Holdings Reports Q2 Loss Of $10.5 Million

Bermuda-based independent oil tanker company DHT Holdings Inc. on Tuesday [Aug 6] reported a loss of $10.5 million in its second quarter. The firm said it had a loss of .7 cents on a per-share basis. Losses, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 3 cents per share. DHT Holdings posted revenue of $106.2 million in […]

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Northlands Win BSSF Primary School Netball

Northlands Primary School overcame Bermuda High School in a tight final to win the Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Primary School Division 1 Netball Tournament. The match was a seesaw battle with the lead changing numerous times before Northlands prevailed 8-7. Ameerah Outerbridge and Malaysia Furbert each scored three goals for the champions, while Zeni Hansey […]

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Northlands Win BSSF Primary School Netball

Northlands Primary won the 2019 Bermuda School Sports Federation’s Knockout Cup Netball Tournament after defeating Saltus Grammar School in an exciting final. Saltus held a slim 4-3 at the half before Northlands made some strategic second half switches which proved to be effective in their 8-6 win. Zeni Hansey led Northlands with 5 second half […]

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Southampton Rangers Sports Club Apologizes

Following the incident this weekend, Southampton Rangers extended their apology to the BFA and community, and said they have started the disciplinary process for the players involved in the altercation and “will act swiftly in handing out the necessary punishment.” This follows after a football match had to be abandoned this weekend after an altercation broke out […]

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Sky Sports: Nahki Wells Most Goals In 2020

According to Sky Sports, Bermuda’s Nahki Wells – along with Ollie Watkins and Said Benrahma — has scored the most goals in the Sky Bet Championship League so far in 2020, with 7 goals each. Wells, who was named the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month for January, was signed by Bristol City earlier this […]

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BBA Elite City League Quarter-Finals Results

The Bermuda Basketball Elite City League Play-offs got underway inside the Bermuda College Gymnasium with a Quarter-Final double-header. In the opening game of the night the Falcons defeated the RLT Lions 62-43. The Falcons were led by Jason Gonsalves who scored 17 points, while the RLT Lions got a game high 19 points from Amaury […]

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Junior Basketball League To Start In Bermuda

Wolfpack Hoops will be launching a junior basketball league in Bermuda, and registration for the league is now open to all boys and girls ages 7 to 15. A spokesperson said, “Wolfpack Hoops has announced the first ever Jr NBA basketball league to be held in Bermuda. Registration for the league is now open to all […]

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Photos: Vintage Transportation Museum Opens

A new museum dedicated to showcasing the various modes of transport Bermudians have used throughout the years is now open, with the Vintage Transportation Museum located inside the Bermudiana Arcade in Hamilton. Owner Paul Martins has spent the last 25 years expanding his collection in the hopes that one day he would finally be able to share […]

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BFSA ‘Good Sportsmanship Award’ On Aug 15

The Bermuda Friendly Societies Association [BFSA] will present its annual “Good Sportsmanship Award” to the Cup Match player who best exemplifies the principles and virtues of good sportsmanship on Thursday [Aug 15] at 6.30pm at Manchester Unity Hall in Hamilton. Leo Mills — a member of the BFSA representing Alexandrina Lodge in Hamilton — said, […]

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