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Serena Williams Flexes Her Assets in 2016 Pirelli Calendar

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Published On :: Wed, 2 Dec 2015 11:51:00 EST



Ava DuVernay, Amy Schumer and others were also lensed.


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Russell Wilson Enters the Fashion Game

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Published On :: Wed, 2 Mar 2016 18:38:00 EST



Is Ciara’s style rubbing off on the pro baller?


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Students Sue Colleges After Online Classes Don’t Measure Up

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Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 12:46:00 EDT



Schools say it’s the best they can do in a pandemic.


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Mike Bloomberg Discusses the Need for Police Accountability

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Published On :: Tue, 3 Mar 2020 14:57:32 EST



The presidential candidate talks about police oversight.


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Mike Bloomberg Discusses His Economic Plan for Black America

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Published On :: Tue, 3 Mar 2020 15:16:27 EST



The presidential candidate shares his campaign initiatives.


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See A Recap Of What You Missed From Saturday's BETX 2018

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Published On :: Sun, 24 Jun 2018 00:00:00 EDT



It's getting better year by year.


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BETX Live 2018 Recap: Everything You Missed

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Published On :: Sun, 24 Jun 2018 14:13:00 EDT



Sponsored by Coca-Cola.


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Here’s How Russell Westbrook Helps Students Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

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Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 11:14:00 EDT

The school district has been shut down due to COVID-19.


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NASCAR’s Only African-American Driver Bubba Wallace Addresses Kyle Larson’s Racial Slur

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:17:00 EDT

The stock car racer emphasized it’s ‘NOT just a word.’


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Los Angeles Lakers Returned A $4.6 Million Government Bailout Intended For Small Businesses

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:00:00 EDT

The NBA team is estimated to be worth $4.4 billion.


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Black Businesses May Suffer Under COVID-19 Relief Package

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:08:00 EDT



Minority-owned businesses are being shut out.


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Trevor Noah Asks Why Some Businesses Got Less Stimulus Money

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:58:00 EDT



Scores of women and Black-owned businesses were shut out.


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Students Sue Colleges After Online Classes Don’t Measure Up

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Published On :: Tue, 5 May 2020 12:46:00 EDT



Schools say it’s the best they can do in a pandemic.


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Taraji P. Henson Talks TV Domination With Essence Magazine

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Published On :: Thu, 15 Oct 2015 13:23:00 EDT



The Empire star on her long road to success.


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Lupe Fiasco Creates Nonprofit to Help Inner-City Businesses

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Published On :: Mon, 19 Oct 2015 17:57:00 EDT



The Neighborhood Fund will provide funding to startups.


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Teyonah Parris, Yara Shahidi & Johnetta Elzie Rock Essence

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Published On :: Mon, 11 Jan 2016 17:15:00 EST



They each shine bright on Essence's Black Girl Magic issue.


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Woman With World's Longest Locs Marries Her Hairdresser

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Published On :: Fri, 25 Mar 2016 10:00:00 EDT



They're a match made in a beauty salon.


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United Wellness Offering Virtual Classes

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 22:12:30 +0000

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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Azai Burt Finishes Strong In Tennessee

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Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 09:36:02 +0000

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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Sail Bermuda: 20% Off For Essential Workers

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:51:58 +0000

Essential workers are being given a 20 percent discount on a luxury catamaran charter as a ‘thank you’ by Sail Bermuda for their work during the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Sail Bermuda, which charters the 47′ catamaran Wyuna, is run by husband and wife team Marilyn and Caleb Zuill – a firefighter with the […]

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Delray Rawlins & Sussex Heading To South Africa

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 10:13:25 +0000

The full schedule for the Sussex Men’s Pre-season cricket tour has been confirmed, with Delray Rawlins and his teammates returning to South Africa. Sussex will fly to Cape Town on Sunday March 8th and play two-day matches against both Loughborough MCCU and Cardiff MCCU during the 13-day trip. Between matches, the players will train at […]

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Sussex Cricket Hosts “Ask Delray Anything!”

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Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 16:07:06 +0000

While most sporting leagues worldwide continue to be suspended due to Covid-19, the Sussex Cricket team in the UK is using social media to interact with fans, and they recently featured a Q&A with Bermuda’s Delray Rawlins. The Sussex Cricket website said, “Thanks to everybody that sent in their questions for Delray Rawlins on social media. […]

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‘Opening Up Booking To All Essential Workers’

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:57:20 +0000

The Bermuda Government’s free Covid-19 testing continues, and essential workers are welcome to book their test online. Last night, Premier Burt tweeted saying, “Essential Workers. The Government of Bermuda’s free Covid-19 testing continues tomorrow. Today we got more 84 more people, but we were under capacity. So we are opening up booking to all essential […]

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Video: Juggling J Thanks Essential Workers

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:42:42 +0000

Bermuda DJ Juggling Jason has shared his appreciation for the island’s essential workers in the form of a video tribute, taking note of everyone in Bermuda working to help the community as we contend with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. After paying tribute to the island’s many essential workers, Juggling J begins to close the video […]

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Essential Workers Covid-19 Testing Schedule

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:35:49 +0000

The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new schedule for essential workers requiring Covid-19 testing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new swabbing schedule for essential workers requiring COVID-19 testing. “Effective now through Friday, May 1, essential workers can schedule their appointment […]

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New Insurer For Crypto, Cannabis Businesses

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:56:46 +0000

Premier David Burt announced that Relm, an insurer that specializes in emerging business categories, has been granted a license by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA]. A Government spokesperson said, “The new business, which is led by CEO Joe Ziolkowski and Operations Vice President Keyla Roman, is owned by Deltec International Group, a Bahamas-headquartered independent financial […]

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Review: Restaurant Weeks At Island Brasserie

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Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 19:13:14 +0000

[Written by Mikaela Ian Pearman] My second stop for Restaurant Weeks was the fabulous Island Brasserie at Rosewood Bermuda. It’s one of my favourite spots because the food by Chef Gerry Adams is always incredible. Island Brasserie launched a new steakhouse-style menu last year and Chef Gerry explained he decided to select items from the […]

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Wild Edible Herbal Classes Offered Via Zoom

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Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 10:26:27 +0000

Wild Herbs N Plants of Bermuda is getting set to hold ‘Wild Edible Herbal Classes’ via Zoom from Sunday, April 26 through Tuesday, April 28. A spokesperson said, “We have been doing our wild edible herbal tours for going on three years now, and many people have asked if we are going to be doing […]

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Court: Cruise Passenger Denies Sexual Assault

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Aug 2018 19:28:00 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] In Magistrates Court today, a cruise ship passenger from New Jersey pled not guilty to a charge of sexual assault. The 27-year-old man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was alleged to have committed the crime against a fellow cruise ship passenger on August 10. His trial is scheduled to begin […]

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Court: Cruise Passenger Seeks Speedy Trial

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Sep 2018 12:05:12 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A cruise ship passenger who pled not guilty to sexual assault was back in court  hoping to get his trial pushed up to next week. The 27-year-old New Jersey man, who cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, must remain in Bermuda until his case is heard. He is alleged […]

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Court: Cruise Ship Passenger Trial Set For June

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Published On :: Tue, 12 Feb 2019 20:12:04 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A New Jersey man who has pleaded not guilty to a sexual assault aboard a cruise ship has had his trial pushed back until June. The man, who resides in the United States and cannot be named at this stage for legal reasons, had previously denied that he committed the alleged offence against […]

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Relicensing Period For Fishing Vessels Extended

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:50:52 +0000

Vessel safety inspections for commercial fishing vessels have been suspended and the relicensing period for commercial fishing vessels has been extended, and the new deadline will be April 30th 2020. A Government spokesperson said, “As a safety measure to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources is closed to […]

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How Bermuda & Sesame Street Crossed Paths

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Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 16:00:48 +0000

The 50th anniversary of Sesame Street is being brought to you by the letters I-M-A-G-I-N-A-T-I-O-N, which is what it took along with determination and plenty of hard work to transform the concept of an experimental children’s TV show into a reality. Premiering on America’s PBS on November 10, 1969, the programme was built around the […]

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‘Sarah Sally Bassett’ Lounge & Learn Webinar

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Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 14:46:23 +0000

Titan Express will be hosting a free Zoom webinar ‘lounge and learn’ presentation on Saturday [May 9] at 7.00pm on Sarah Sally Bassett. A spokesperson said, “Join The African Bermuda Dispersion Cultural – Sankofa Talks for a free Zoom webinar ‘lounge and learn’ presentation on Saturday, May 9th at 7.00pm on Sarah Sally Bassett. “With […]

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Police Appeal For Witnesses To Armed Robbery

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 21:06:32 +0000

Following the robbery on Wednesday [Jan 8] in Sandys, the police have repeated their appeal for witnesses, noting that the “attack was unprovoked and occurred whilst the victim was going about his normal course of business as a food delivery worker.” Detective Inspector Derek Berry of the Criminal Investigation Department said, “At around 8:30pm on […]

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Musician Aisha Bassett Releases Acoustic Video

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Published On :: Sun, 23 Aug 2015 17:00:37 +0000

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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Essent Reports Q1 Results & Declares Dividend

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Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 10:00:48 +0000

Essent Group Ltd. reported net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2020 of $149.5 million or $1.52 per diluted share, compared to $127.7 million or $1.30 per diluted share for the quarter ended March 31, 2019. Essent also announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per common […]

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Photos & Video: Police Arrest Airline Passenger

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Published On :: Mon, 24 Nov 2014 18:55:04 +0000

[Updated with video. Police said a 25 year old man assaulted flight attendants, was forcibly taken to the rear of the aircraft where he was restrained until the flight landed in Bermuda, after which he was arrested.] A Thomas Cook airline diverted to Bermuda this afternoon [Nov 24] following what we understand to be an issue with […]

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Photos: Plane Diverts, Two Passengers Arrested

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Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2015 17:01:38 +0000

[Updated with video] A Thomson Airways flight heading to Mexico diverted to Bermuda’s LF Wade International Airport today [April 12], and was greeted by a number of police officers, with at least half a dozen police vehicles visible on scene as of this writing. The Boeing 787-8 departed Gatwick Airport in London this morning heading to […]

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Videos: Coast Guard Evacuates Sick Passenger

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 01:34:56 +0000

[Updated with videos] Local officials are currently helping to coordinate the helicopter evacuation of a sick passenger from the Norwegian Gem cruise ship, with the aircraft and helicopter due to refuel in Bermuda before rendezvousing with the ship. Update: US Coast Guard helicopter & C-130 taking off from Bermuda at approximately 11pm The Duty Officer […]

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Black Pony Gallery Features Gherdai Hassell

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Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 12:45:31 +0000

Black Pony Gallery has announced the inclusion of Bermudian artist Gherdai Hassell and her first online exclusive solo exhibition ‘Collecting the Gaze.’ Curator Lisa Howie said, “The beauty of black women is celebrated in this limited-edition print run by Gherdai Hassell. Her layers of mixed media materials combined with deft brushwork create sculpted portraits that […]

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Minister: ‘This Is An Art Show Not To Be Missed’

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Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:55:53 +0000

The Primary School art show at the Bermuda Society of Arts Gallery is “not to be missed,” Minister of Education Diallo Rabain said, adding that “the artwork on display is inspirational and reflective of the talent we have within our public and private primary schools.” Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 28], the […]

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Audio: House Of Assembly Emergency Session

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Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:51:08 +0000

[Updated] During an emergency session held this morning — with social distancing in place — the House of Assembly approved the extension of the State of Emergency until April 18th. The Government had already indicated that it would last until April 18th, however it had to be formally done via Parliament This Parliamentary session followed after […]

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Elliott Wins Essex Junior Squash Plate Final

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Published On :: Wed, 05 Feb 2020 12:03:54 +0000

Matthew Elliott recently concluded competing in the Essex Junior Squash Open, competing in the Boy’s Under 17 Consolation Age Group Division. Elliott went in to the plate semi-final, where he defeated Max Chilver in five games, 9/11, 11/4, 11/8, 9/11, and 11/7. Elliott then matched up against Deniz Kucukarslan in the plate final, winning in […]

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Turini Styles Top Actresses For T Magazine

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Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 10:31:35 +0000

Shiona Turini recently worked as a stylist for The New York Times’ T Magazine, with the Bermudian fashion consultant styling a group which included a number of highly prominent black actresses and entertainers including Halle Berry, Taraji Henson, Mary J. Blige, Angela Bassett, Lynn Whitfield, Kimberly Elise, and Viola Davis. Sharing one of the shoot’s photos […]

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