Ericsson and Cisco to strengthen Nextel IP network in Brazil
Ericsson and Cisco to deliver and install IP routers for Nextel in Brazil Nextel’s IP network with be strengthened to support traffic growth and improve network performance This is the first deal after the Ericsson-Cisco partnership was approved in Brazil…
CCJ denies corruption allegations
From Caribbean News Now ROSEAU, Dominica — The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has issued a media statement denying allegations of corruption made by Dominican lawyer and show promoter, Cabral Douglas. “Mr Douglas’ claim of a politically motivated decision appears…
LR2 tanker bound for New York redirects, unloaded now bound for Caribbean: sources
From Platts S&P Global Houston (Platts)–24 Apr 2017 1250 pm EDT/1650 GMT Eyes from both the maritime and petroleum industries turned toward the Atlantic Ocean late last week when it was reported a ship loaded with unleaded gasoline en route…
Gadgets of the week
11 innovative egg gadgets that will cut down on the time it takes to make breakfast By Mara Leighton, Insider Picks From Business Insider The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you’ll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships,…
12-year-old boy tried to drive solo across Australia before being stopped
BY JOHNNY LIEU From MASHABLE Driving across Australia, of all places, isn’t something you do on a whim. Yet that was the plan for one kid, who was stopped by police after driving 1,200 kilometres (745 miles) from the country’s…
The INDEPENDENT: Refugees beaten, abused and tear-gassed as they sleep by police in Calais, report warns
By May Bulman From The Independent Exclusive: Broken limbs, facial injuries and severe bruising found to be ‘typical injuries’ sustained by unaccompanied minors at the hands of officers in Calais, research finds Refugees sleeping rough in and around the Calais area are…
Cayman Islands airports to focus on employee development
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (21 April 2017) The Cayman Islands Airports Authority (CIAA) continues to focus on developing staff talent. When Airport Security Officer Jehu Rivers decided that he would like to switch gears and work in the Air Traffic…
FAA: Turbulence injuries jolt twice as many flights in 2016 [inc fractured spine heading to the Cayman Island]
By Bart Jansen , USA TODAY A gashed face while descending into Denver. A fractured spine while heading to the Cayman Islands. Second-degree burns from scalding water while heading to Barbados. These were among the most serious injuries from turbulence…
PETITION: Ban single use plastic bags in the Cayman Islands
Claire Hughes George Town, Cayman Islands Plastic grocery bags in the ocean endanger our marine life and therefore our own health as well. Turtles and other animals can confuse them for jellyfish and eat them with fatal consequences; even if this…
The Editor Speaks: Marco v Kenneth
Announcer: In the blue corner we have the Challenger, Kenneth Bryan. His record is unimpressive. Once a reporter for CITN/Cayman27. Once an assistant to the Cayman Islands Premier Alden McLaughlin. Stood in the 2013 General Election for the Progressives. Lost….