Environment

24 Sep Weather in Cayman & Tropical Report, 1 TS

Tropical Weather Outlook (en Español*) 800 AM EDT Thu Sep 24 2020

Archive·Sep 24

Europe is perversely causing the destruction of U.S. forests in the name of fighting climate change

Several EU nations have embraced biomass electricity, which speeds up carbon emissions, pollution and forest destruction. By Danna Smith / Independent Media Institute

Archive·Sep 23

Cayman Turtle Conservation and Education Centre celebrates International Coastal Clean Up Day

Cayman Turtle Conservation and Education Centre celebrated two important dates on the conservation calendar last week by releasing two Green sea turtles into the wild and cleaning up Garvin Park in We...

Archive·Sep 23

23 Sep Weather in Cayman & Tropical Report, 1 TS

Tropical Weather Outlook (en Español*) 800 AM EDT Wed Sep 23 2020

Archive·Sep 23

Cayman: CCMI on track to deliver scholarships for more than 70 students in 2020

Caymanian students and teachers encouraged to apply for current scholarship offerings available through CCMI

Archive·Sep 22

CANARI stands ready to support Caribbean governments in Escazú implementation

Port of Spain, September 22, 2020 – September 26, 2020 marks the end of the official period for signatures on the Regional Agreement on Access to Information, Public Participation and Justice in Envir...

Archive·Sep 22

22 Sep Weather in Cayman & Tropical Report, 1 HC, 2 TS, 1 Dist

Tropical Weather Outlook (en Español*) 800 AM EDT Tue Sep 22 2020

Archive·Sep 22

Talking With Trees

How are artists using technology to connect us more deeply with the environment?

Archive·Sep 21

21 Sep Weather in Cayman & Tropical Report, 1 HC, 1 TS, 1 Dist

Tropical Weather Outlook (en Español*) 800 AM EDT Mon Sep 21 2020

Archive·Sep 21

AccuWeather meteorologists increase forecast for record-breaking 2020 hurricane season

By Alex Sosnowski, AccuWeather senior meteorologist From AccuWeather

Archive·Sep 20

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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