New drug may prevent vaginal, oral transmission of HIV
IANS From The Times of India NEW YORK: Researchers have demonstrated the effectiveness of a new anti-HIV drug that has the potential to prevent vaginal and oral transmission of HIV, in pre-clinical animal models. The findings showed that 4′-Ethynyl-2-fluoro-2’deoxyadenosine or EFdA,…
9 signs you’ll never be rich
By Kathleen Elkins From Business Insider woman thinking Shutterstock Contrary to popular belief, “Everyone has the same opportunity to acquire wealth,” says self-made millionaire Steve Siebold. But is wealth in the cards for you? To help you evaluate that, we’ve rounded up…
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Two Caribbean countries included in IDB global cities with intelligent solutions
From Antigua Observer WASHINGTON, Aug 2, CMC –Cities in two Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries are included in an Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) guide of more than 50 examples of cities around the globe that have implemented intelligent solutions Montego Bay…
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Jamaica is paying its oil debts to Venezuela with food instead of cash
By Alan Hernández, VICE News From Business Insider Jamaica has announced it is going to pay off oil debts it has with Venezuela with food, medication, and fertilizers, instead of cash. The barter agreement comes at a time when Venezuela…
US: Bankruptcy judge in Sports Authority case rejects bonuses for executives
By Laura Northrup From Consumerist U.S. Bankruptcy Court judge Mary Walrath may be a new folk hero. She’s the judge handling the Sports Authority case, and today she ruled that four Sports Authority executives will not receive a combined $2.85…
Minister Cuffie calls On ICT providers to develop solutions for Caribbean countries
From cvtt Telecommunications companies and ICT providers need to do greater research in developing and proposing ICT solutions for Trinidad and Tobago and the region, rather than simply offering approaches developed for developed countries that have not proven to be…
Cayman Islands: New partner named in Ogier’s mid-year promotions
Ogier has announced that James Heinicke, an expert in fund financing and financial services regulation, has been named a partner in the firm’s Cayman office today. Also strengthening the team are newly promoted corporate and funds specialists Jo Huckle and…
Cayman Islands family battles medical bills
He is a young man, just 37 years old, with a wife and six-month-old infant, but he is nevertheless embarking on the fight of his life in an expensive epic journey towards heart and lung transplants. Last week, his East…
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heritage Arts programme benefits Cayman Islands community
Not only does the Heritage Arts programme play a central role in helping year six primary school students learn to appreciate Caymanian art and heritage, it has now begun extending its reach, moving further into the general community, thereby ensuring…
Royal Caribbean reports over 25% growth in second quarter earnings and updates 2016 Guidance
MIAMI, Aug. 2, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE: RCL) today reported GAAP and adjusted earnings of $1.06 and $1.09, respectively, up over 25% from last year and better than expectations. Full year adjusted earnings are also expected to…
