iNews Briefs & Community Events (From BIG FISH 95.5)
A heterosexual couple challenging the ban on opposite-sex civil partnerships has lost their battle in the High Court.
By Rachel Thompson From Mashable
New parents Rebecca Steinfeld and Charles Keidan, from Hammersmith, west London, were pursuing a claim against the government’s equalities office, calling for a judicial review of the Civil Partnership Act 2004, which currently prevents heterosexual couples from entering into such a union.
Steinfeld and Keidan say the government’s stance on civil partnerships is incompatible with the European Convention on Human Rights, which states that everyone should be treated equally by law, regardless of sex or sexual orientation.
However, Mrs Justice Andrews — who presided over the case — didn’t grant their request for a judicial review, but gave permission for the couple to take their case to the court of appeal, saying their case raised issues of “wider importance”.
The government is “barring us, and many thousands of opposite-sex couples like us, from the choice of forming a civil partnership,” Steinfeld told the BBC.
“We don’t think there is sufficient justification for stopping us or other opposite-sex couples from forming civil partnerships… Unfortunately, the judge has concluded otherwise.”
The couple say they intend to appeal.
IMAGE: Rebecca Steinfeld and Charles Keidan (front centre) with supporters outside the Royal Courts of Justice. Image: Yui Mok/PA Wire
Woman sues EOS lip balm for allegedly causing painful blisters
By Noelle Sciacca From Mashable
Warning: these adorable candy-colored lip balm pods could be more dangerous than they appear.
A woman named Rachael Cronin is suing cosmetic brand EOS. According to the class action lawsuit, after applying the product to her lips they “began severely cracking on the edges causing flaking and bleeding from the cracks.” Cronin claims the condition caused severe pain and led her to seek medical attention. When the blisters and sores persisted she posted pictures of her mouth on Facebook.
Teen on hoverboard dies after colliding with bus in London
By Blathnaid Healy From Mashable
LONDON — A 15-year-old boy has died after colliding with a bus in northwest London.
Metropolitan Police confirmed to Mashable that the teen, who has not yet been identified, was on a hoverboard at the time of the incident in Alperton. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
More details about the circumstances surrounding the incident are not yet clear, but officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are investigating.
Hoverboards are one of the most sought-after items in the UK this Christmas, but they’re illegal to use on public roads and pavements in the country because they’re not licensed or registered, Met Police said in October.
Using them on pavements contravenes section 72 of the Highway Act 1835 in England and Wales and section 129(5) of the Roads Act 1984 in Scotland.
Earlier this month, authorities in Britain said they had seized more than 15,000 hoverboards that didn’t pass basic safety checks.
International tenor to conduct free workshop at Cayman University
After a successful run in Europe and the USA, international tenor soloist Steve Higgins is conducting his Jamaican Folk Music workshop at the University College of the Cayman Islands on Wednesday, April 13. This event is free and open to the public.
2016 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge
The 2016 Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge will be held on Cayman Brac on Sunday, 17 April and Grand Cayman on Sunday, 24 April.
The event aims to raise $50,000 to help Cayman Heart Fund in its drive to buy a new ambulance, and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Registration takes place in Cayman Brac on 7, 8, 14 and 15 April from 8.30 a.m. to 3 p.m in the District Administration Building. In Grand Cayman, registration takes place on 7, 8, 14 and 15 April from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and 21 and 22 April from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Government Administration Building.
Visit www.odg.gov.ky/DG5K for the registration form and further details.
Glen Inanga Piano Recital for Cayman Islands Arts Festival Scholarship Programme
Cayman Islands Legislative Assembly date set
GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands – Following the agreement of Cabinet at its meeting on Tuesday, 22 March, 2016, the Premier has asked the Speaker of the House to summon the Legislative Assembly to meet on Monday, 25 April, 2016.
Government is expected to present several bills for debate and passage, including:
• Statistics (Amendment) Bill (2016)
• Standards in Public Life (Amendment) Bill (2016)
• Accountants Bill (2016)
• Companies Law (Amendment) Bill (2016)
• Limited Liability Companies Bill (2016)
• Legal Practitioners Bill (2016)
• Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill (2016)
Also to be dealt with are various private member motions and parliamentary questions.
Children’s Film Competition Registration Extended
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) has extended its registration deadline for students wishing to enter their short films in the Young Image Makers (YIM) competition.
Budding filmmakers can now submit their entries now through Wednesday, 13th April, 2016.
The Foundation is allowing students more time over the Easter holidays to work on their films.
Interested persons can submit films to CNCF offices behind Harquail Theatre by 5.00 p.m. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.artscayman.org/young-image-makers , for more details, email [email protected]
Cayman Islands Humane Society Book Loft March Monthly Sale
50% Sale on all books
Self Help
Spiritual
Parenting
Biographies
Sport’s
+
Buy 1 CD Get 1 FREE
Tel: 946-8053
Location – next to ALT’s on North Sound Road
Art through Cancer- Cancer through Art
Thu April 7 – May 12
Internship with Prosperity Capital Management
This internship is being offered by Prosperity Capital Management Ltd, as part of the National Internship Programme. The role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience of accounting as well as some specifics of the funds industry. Various practical training sessions will be offered combined with the daily hands-on experience. The internship opportunity is available for those studying finance or accounting at a local college/university. Email [email protected] or call 945-3114 for application forms. Deadline is April 24th 2016.
Cayman Islands Meals on Wheels Annual Coin Collection Drive
Please note that the Meals on wheels Coin Collection drive will be held this year a little later on May 27th and 28th. volunteers will be outside all supermarkets on the island as well as Kirks Home Centre and AL Thompsons hardware. for those companies that see heavy traffic i.e. banks, collection boxes will be available for that week.
For more information please don’t hesitate to call
Pat Bazell-Taylor
916-6249
British Airways Nassau / Grand Cayman Aircraft Changes from July 2016
By JL From Airline Route
British Airways starting 01JUL16 is increasing capacity on London Heathrow – Nassau – Grand Cayman route, as the airline plans to operate 3-class Boeing 777-200ER aircraft, instead of 767-300ER.
The airline operates this route 4 times a week.
BA253 LHR1030 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 57
BA253 LHR1035 – 1450NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 1
BA253 LHR1045 – 1505NAS1605 – 1640GCM 777 3
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2225 – 1200+1LHR 777 57
BA252 GCM1830 – 2100NAS2230 – 1205+1LHR 777 13
For more: http://airlineroute.net/2015/11/23/ba-nasgcm-jul16/
COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)
THU APR 7 – SUN Apr 24
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat
The Cayman Drama Society presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday from April 7th through April 24th at 730pm. There will also be matinees on April 17th and 24th at 5pm.
SAT APR 9
Human Society’s Bargain Blow Out Book Sale
The Cayman Islands Human Society’s Bargain Blow Out Book Sale is Saturday (9 Apr) from 9am until 4pm outside AL Thompson’s Main Entrance.
Meals on Wheels Orange You Glad Gala
The Meals on Wheels Orange You Glad Gala is offering sponsoring and advertising opportunities on Saturday. The event is April 9th from 6pm to midnight at the Marriott Hotel. For more information call 949.3905.
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Guardians Alive 5/10K Walk Run
The Guardians Alive 5/10K Walk Run is Saturday (9 Apr) from 6 — 8am starting at Cayman International School.
MON APR 11
Communicating Effectively
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting Communicating Effectively by Terry Carson on Monday and Tuesday (11 & 12 Apr) from 9:00 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. at their office in Governors Square. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky
TUE APR 12
Week of the Young Child Pajama Party
The Week of the Young Child Pajama Party is Monday (11 Apr) from 6 — 8pm at Gardenia Court in Camana Bay.
WED APR 13
Bookends Club
The Bookends Club’s next meeting is Wednesday (13 Apr) from 630 to 730pm at Books and Books.
Young Image Makers competition
The Cayman National Cultural Foundation has extended its registration deadline for students wishing to enter their short films in the Young Image Makers competition. Budding filmmakers can now submit their entries now through Wednesday (13 Apr.) Interested persons can submit films to CNCF offices behind Harquail Theatre by 5.00 p.m. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.artscayman.org/young-image-makers , for more details, email [email protected]
SAT APR 16
Culture at the Cinema Man and Superman
Culture at the Cinema featuring Man and Superman is Saturday (16 Apr) at 7pm at Regal Cinemas.
Camana Bay’s Slow Food Day Food Revolution Kids Culinary Challenge is Saturday (16 Apr) from 1230pm to 2pm in Gardenia Court at Camana Bay. The Farm to Table dinner is at 7pm on The Crescent.
Chamber of Commerce’s Earth Day Clean-Up
Volunteer for the Chamber of Commerce’s Earth Day Clean-Up on April 16 from 7a.m. — 10 a.m. Resources will be provided while supplies last. Register at www.caymanchamber.ky
Earth Day Island Wide Roadside Clean-Up
The Chamber of Commerce’s Earth Day Island Wide Roadside Clean-Up on April 16. Anyone interested in sponsoring or participating can contact Nikita Durrant at reception@caymanchamber.
SUN APR 17
Dr. J. Hugh Cummings Memorial 5K Walk
The Annual Dr. J. Hugh Cummings Memorial 5K Walk is Sunday (17 Apr) at 6:30 AM.
TUE APR 19
Seafarers Association General Meeting
The Cayman Islands Seafarers Association wishes to inform all Members that there will be a General Meeting, on Tuesday 19 April 2016 at 7:30 PM. in the Seafarer’s Hall, 11 Victory Ave. Prospect.
April Events at Camana Bay
This is the month to experience all things local with the return of Slow Food Day, a full-day event celebrating Cayman’s home-grown food scene. You can find your next treasure at a car boot sale, get your kids to fall in love with reading during a weekly book club or take some time for yourself and enjoy pampering opportunities with Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa’s 23rd anniversary celebration. With Mother’s Day approaching, you can also celebrate early with a special Mom & Me cooking class and a family portrait session.
Here is a quick look at our special events:
Tai Chi
Sunday 3 April
8:30am
The Crescent
Simplifying Healthy with Saucha
Tuesday 5 April
6-8pm
Eclipze’s 23rd Anniversary Open House
Friday 8 April
10am-7pm
Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa
Guardians Alive 5/10K Walk and Run
Saturday 9 April
6-8am
Cayman International School
Car Boot Sale
Saturday 9 April
9-11am
Cayman International School
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Club
9, 16, 23, 30 April
1-2:30pm
Starfish Village
Week of the Young Child Pajama Party
Monday 11 April
6-8pm
Curry at Home Cooking Class
Wednesday 13 April
6-8pm
The Bookends Club
Wednesday 13 April
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Slow Food Day
Market & Chef Demonstrations
Saturday 16 April
10am-12pm
The Paseo, Gardenia Court and Bon Vivant
Slow Food Day
Food Revolution Kids’ Culinary Challenge
Saturday 16 April
12:30-2pm
Gardenia Court
Slow Food Day
Farm-to-Table Dinner
Saturday 16 April
7pm
The Crescent
Culture at the Cinema
Man and Superman
Saturday 16 April
7pm
Regal Cinemas
Burger Beer Bash Cooking Class
Tuesday 19 April
6-8pm
Floetry
Wednesday 20 April
6:30-7:30pm
Books & Books
Rotary Science Fair
Saturday 23 April
10am-3pm
The Arts & Recreation Centre
Budding Chef Cooking Class
Pizza Mania
Saturday 23 April
12-1pm
Cuisine of the Sun Dinner
Thursday 28 April
7pm
Ortanique
Mother’s Day Portraits
Saturday 30 April
10am-1pm
Gardenia Court
Mom & Me Cooking Class
Saturday 30 April
12-1pm
Bon Vivant
