First Human Dies of Rare H5N5 Bird Flu Strain. Here’s What You Need to Know
Getty Images From Global Center for Health Security American Scientific A person in the Washington State has died of avian influenza. It’s the first human death from bird flu in the U.S. since January—but the infection was of a different strain than the…
Ralph Gonsalves suffers humiliating defeat
By Bert Wilkinson From Caribbean Life St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr. Ralph E. Gonsalves.United Nations / Ryan Brown The polls had been showing a steady decline in support for the Unity Labor Party (ULP) in St. Vincent…
LegUK & OTs’ Joint Communiqué Outlines JMC Conclusions
The United Kingdom and Overseas Territories (OTs) today issued a communiqué on the conclusions of the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC), held 24-28 November, having based their discussions on the five principles that guide their relationship. The UK/OTs’ five relationship principles are: We…
Cayman Police Issue Reminder on Online Rental Property Scams
On Monday, 24 November, police received a report of a member of the public who had fallen victim to an online property rental scam, where they sent funds to a seller claiming to have a property available for rent. Prior…
Police Issue Advisory on Fraudulent Online Vehicle Advertisements
RCIPS is currently investigating reports involving fraudulent vehicle sale advertisements on Facebook and is encouraging anyone who has fallen victim to contact the police. This past weekend, officers arrested a man, age 35 residing in George Town, on suspicion of…
Avian Flu Detection on Farm in Grand Cayman
The Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure and Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability have confirmed the detection of H5 avian flu in animals on a farm in Grand Cayman and are taking immediate coordinated action to address…
Africa Investment Forum: African Development Bank appoints Societe Generale as Lead Advisor for innovative Synthetic Securitization Platform
The two entities signed a contract on November 26 during the Africa Investment Forum Market Days 2025 in Rabat (Morocco) RABAT, Morocco, November 28, 2025/ — The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has appointed Societe Generale as Lead Advisor for…
UWI Celebrates Professorial Appointments in Science, Economics, and Innovation
The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Friday, November 28, 2025—The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has elevated five of its distinguished lecturers to the esteemed rank of Professor. This noteworthy recognition not only reflects their scholarly excellence but…
The UWI’s Centre for Reparation Research Announces Second International Reparation Debate Competition
Expanding Youth Leadership Across the Caribbean and Diaspora, the Competition returns in 2026 with global reach and digital innovation. The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica. Friday, November 28, 2025—The Centre for Reparation Research (CRR) at The University of the West Indies…
