CRISTINA ZENATO, 41: The Shark Handler, Freeport, Bahamas
www.marieclaire.com Time on the job: 17 years Why she loves it: “Sharks aren’t mean” Work requirement: Obsessive preparation and control “Swimming with sharks was a childhood dream, and I finally did it when I went to the Bahamas on vacation…
CSA maritime industry conference to focus on ‘improving productivity’
From Bahama islands info Grand Lucayan Resort – The Grand Lucayan Resort will be the host resort for the upcoming Caribbean Shipping Executive Conference, taking place on Grand Bahama Island next week. Organizers say that more than 200 delegates, representing…
Ring around the sun
Did anyone notice the spectacular enormous ring around the sun today (8)? I got a frantic call from a friend to go outside and take a look. I did. Wow. I have seen it before but never as spectacular as…
Lois M. Blumenthal, 66
MAY 29, 1946-APRIL 22, 2013 Lois Blumenthal, 66, died peacefully at home Monday, April 22, 2013, in Grand Cayman with her family by her side. Born in Chicago, she was the first child and only daughter of Sarah Dwyer and…
Consuelo Ebanks death
It is with much sadness we announce the death of the much loved Consuelo Ebanks, writer, actor, activist, artist, and more who died suddenly Tuesday afternoon after collapsing the day before (6) at Hurley’s and being admitted to the George…
Bahamas and Finland to collaborate on forest conservation
From Bahama Islands info NASSAU, The Bahamas — His Excellency Sir Arthur Foulkes, Governor General has suggested that the renewed impetus for Bahamas-Finland relations include research and development of forest conservation. He made the statement on the occasion of the…
Waterkeeper – ‘Voice of the world’s waters’ – announces first Bahamas partnership
From Bahama Islands info Waterkeeper Alliance, known as the voice of the world’s waters with organisations and volunteers in 37 countries, announced its first partnership with The Bahamas today — minutes after divers emerged from inspecting reefs off the southwest…
Proposed gas port off Jones Beach worries LI opponents
By Ellen Yan Long Island Newsday A natural gas transfer port has been proposed for ocean waters about 19 miles south of Jones Beach, a proposed system that failed in New Jersey and now has Long Island and environmental leaders…
Ocean Frontiers unveils live window ..
Ocean Frontiers unveils live window into Cayman’s underwater world inspiring tomorrow’s Ocean Heroes one fish at a time Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (May 1, 2013) – It’s late afternoon and rush hour has started at a busy coral head located…
Snakehead ‘Monster’ Fish Invades NYC
Cherise Udell, Care2 A large “frankenfish” with piranha-like teeth that can live out of water for days was found in NYC’s Central Park. Take one look at this bad boy and you know you do not want this fish in…







