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Royal arrest signals historic momentFebruary 22, 2026By Ellie Finkelstein, Freedom United February 22nd, 2026News Digest OUR CAMPAIGN ISSUES IN THE NEWS Human traffickingRoyal arrest spotlights power in human traffickingAndrew Mountbatten-Windsor, […]- Cayman: Statement on the Premier’s Update Regarding Cannabis Decriminalisation and the National LotteryFebruary 22, 2026In light of the recent update provided by the Honourable Premier regarding the timelines of the Law Reform Commission (LRC), the Opposition welcomes the clarification now given to the public. The […]
- New Mayo Clinic office in Cayman Islands expands access to specialized care for Caribbean patientsFebruary 19, 2026Mayo Clinic opens patient information office in Cayman Islands GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands — Mayo Clinic is opening a representative office in the Cayman Islands to help patients, […]
- Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Arrested – King Charles statementFebruary 19, 2026From BBC Today, (Thu Feb 19) Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested and is being held in custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. There’s been a lot of developments – and […]
- Cayman: Update – Fifth Man Arrested on Suspicion of MurderFebruary 13, 2026From RCIPS Following a thorough investigation throughout the day, a fifth person has now been arrest on suspicion of murder after a 42-year-old man who resides in West Bay turned himself over to the […]
NMSU history students’ research recognized by Doña Ana County Historical Society
Guinivere Mayse and Hannah Augustyniak, two undergraduate students studying history at New Mexico State University, received awards from the Doña Ana County Historical Society at its recent annual banquet. From left: Hannah Augustyniak, Guinivere Mayse and Jerry Wallace, history assistant…
Green Investment Momentum Builds Ahead of Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026
The gathering offers an opportunity to assess how fiscal priorities may reinforce infrastructure delivery, crowd in private capital and strengthen South Africa’s green growth pathway JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, February 23, 2026/ — Africa’s Green Economy Summit 2026 (AGES 2026) (https://apo-opa.co/3ZUnhI7) opens…
Consultation on Proposed Changes to the Standards in Public Life Act
Members of the public are invited to share their views on proposed changes to Cayman’s Standards in Public Life Act by responding to a survey that has just been launched. Woody Foster, Chairman of the Commission for Standards in Public Life,…
SICPA secures major European award for United Kingdom (UK) Vaping Duty Stamps Program
The project will run for an initial five-year term, with an option for a further one-year extension PRILLY, Switzerland, February 23, 2026/ — Swiss technology company SICPA (www.SICPA.com) secured a landmark traceability contract, in partnership with Spectra Systems Corporation’s subsidiary, Cartor…
African Ministers Outline Industry Priorities Ahead of African Mining Week 2026
African Mining Week will feature high-level panel discussions and project showcases, linking global investors with Africa’s mining sector priorities and lucrative investment and partnership opportunities CAPE TOWN, South Africa, February 23, 2026/ — With the demand for critical minerals projected to…
Africa’s $29.5T Mineral Wealth Poised to Boost Mining Sector Jobs
Africa’s untapped $8.6 trillion mineral worth has the potential to help African nations realize their employment creation agenda CAPE TOWN, South Africa, February 23, 2026/ — Africa’s mining sector maintains its role as a key contributor of employment creation, fuelled by…
Pioneering Coral Breeding Lab Opens, Boosting Reef Regeneration Efforts
The first land based coral spawning facility in Africa and the Western Indian Ocean, in partnership with Canon, Coral Spawning International and Nature Seychelles, is operational and has achieved its first spawning event DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, February 23, 2026/…
Caribbean Destinations Risk Missing Cruise Revenue by Prioritizing Fees Over Experiences, Says Port St. Maarten CEO
Source: Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association Alexander Gumbs MIRAMAR, Fla. (Feb. 22, 2026) – Caribbean ports and tourism authorities may be overlooking significant economic opportunities by focusing too heavily on increasing cruise head taxes and fees instead of strategies that boost visitor…
Cayman Public invited to first look of the new nursery facilities at the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park
Grand Cayman, 20 February 2026 The Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park (QEIIBP) is opening its gates to the public on the morning of Saturday 28 February to host a free open house event to showcase the progress made so far…
MPE CARIBBEAN REPORT NEWSLETTER – February 23, 2026
February 23, 2026 Tourism & Takeoffs: Caribbean leaders head to Bermuda for high-level talks The stage is set in Bermuda for what promises to be a landmark gathering for regional aviation and tourism this week: the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) Air…
