Business

Caribbean, beware the South China Sea disputes

Archive·Jul 18

Brexit: PM is 'willing to listen to options' on Scotland

Prime Minister Theresa May has told First Minister Nicola Sturgeon she is "willing to listen to options" on Scotland's future relationship with the European Union.

Archive·Jul 18

UK will not abandon EU friends, says Boris Johnson

The UK's exit from the EU does not mean it will be leaving Europe or "abandoning" its friends, the new foreign secretary has said in Brussels.

Archive·Jul 18

LIGHTNING: Preparing for all hazards in the Cayman Islands

Archive·Jul 17

Cayman Islands new Youth Empowerment Officer

Archive·Jul 17

The View from Europe: Millennials turning away from cruises and casinos

Archive·Jul 17

Fb, Leprechauns and the Cayman pot of gold

Archive·Jul 17

Asset recovery 2016: Trends

Archive·Jul 17

Civil servants dress down for ‘Mango Season’

Archive·Jul 17

Melia Braco Village in Jamaica, the ultimate experience

IMAGE: Dimitris Kosvogiannis, General Manager of Meliá Braco Village, speaking to the media on Tuesday. Photo: Irene ‘Joy’ Rathan

Archive·Jul 17

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Regional

Church-Led Eye Surgery Drive Restored Sight for 3,000 Patients in Trinidad and Tobago

Most of the procedures were described as minimally invasive, which meant patients improved quickly and many were discharged soon after treatment. That speed was important in a high-volume setting, where the aim was to treat as many people as possible within the 12-day window. Alexander Isaac, health ministries director for the Caribbean Union Conference, said the church saw health work as part of its wider mission. “Healthcare ministry remains one of the most effective ways for the church to engage communities and reveal Christ’s love in practical ways,” he said. “As we care for people physically, we also create opportunities to minister to spiritual needs.”

Jul 30

Regional

Barbados Gives Sir Garfield Sobers Final Farewell at State Funeral

Sir Garfield St Auburn Sobers, one of the greatest cricketers in Caribbean history, was laid to rest on Wednesday at a state funeral in Barbados. Hundreds lined the streets as the procession passed through the island under overcast skies and intermittent showers. Thousands more gathered at Kensington Oval, where the main service of thanksgiving was held, before the casket was taken to Coral Ridge for burial in an area set aside for other icons and legends.

Jul 30

Business

UK fraud review and AML updates could affect Cayman firms with UK links

New UK proposals on fraud enforcement and anti-money laundering could have implications for Cayman businesses with UK operations, directors or customers.

Jul 29

Business

Cayman Insurance Sector Adds Six New International Licences in Q2 2026

The industry added billions in assets and premiums while attracting new international insurance business.

Jul 29

Environment

Deep-Sea Mission Off Trinidad and Tobago Hints at New Octopus Species

Scientists collected the possible new octopus during work carried out from the research vessel while they explored Trinidad and Tobago's deep waters. The team said the specimen still needed careful study before anyone could confirm it as a new species and formally name it. That work would include examining the animal's anatomy and DNA. The discovery came during a mission described by the team as an opportunity to explore a poorly studied region. The researchers said each dive could add new information about the seafloor. The expedition added to evidence that much of the country’s deep water had not been surveyed in detail.

Jul 29