The Nobel Prize winning economist who ate cat food
By Jamie Robertson From BBC World News Once upon a time a Nobel Prize winning economist had a cat called Lightning. Now, Lightning appeared to like his cat food, a rather pricey gourmet dish which claimed to be a cut above…
Why some firms limit how much you can buy
By Jamie Robertson Business reporter, BBC News When Lego originally decided not to sell the Chinese artist Ai Weiwei bricks with which to make a political statement, it really thought it was doing the right thing. Its ethical policy states that…
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Walkers helps support fight against HIV and AIDS in Cayman Islands
George Town, Grand Cayman – (11 February 2016) – Walkers staff donated a generous sum in support of the Cayman AIDS Foundation (“CAF”) through an office-wide dress down today. Over 200 Walkers staff participated at both the Elgin Avenue and…
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Cayman Islands alters cruise ship pier plans to minimize environmental impact
By BRIAN MAJOR From Travel Pulse After posting strong cruise passenger arrival numbers in 2015, Cayman Island government leaders are more determined than ever to proceed with construction of an often-controversial $150 million cruise ship pier and terminal. But in recognition of…
Cayman Islands: New Deputy Accountant General appointed
A Caymanian accountant and former Treasury Manager, Theresa Walters, is the new Deputy Accountant General in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development. In this new role, Mrs. Walters is responsible for managing the preparation of the Core Government’s budget…
Cayman Islands MoT spearheads scholarships for Caymanian students with Johnson & Wales University
The Ministry of Tourism is pleased to announce that Caymanians pursuing degrees in tourism and hospitality related subjects can benefit from a new scholarship opportunity offered by Johnson and Wales University. The scholarships, which are merit based and range from…
Shopping cart invented by Alabama mom going nationwide in Target stores
By Dawn Kent Azok From AL.COM Caroline’s Cart, the shopping cart for special needs children created by Alabaster mom Drew Ann Long, will soon be found in Target stores nationwide. The retail giant has been testing the carts in some stores for…
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2016 DG’s 5K challenge to benefit Cayman Islands Heart Fund
This year’s Deputy Governor’s 5K Challenge aims to raise $50,000 for Cayman Heart Fund to buy a new ambulance. The funds will be a significant cash boost towards the $150,000 target needed to purchase the vehicle, which will replace one…
New York Times says Alan Grayson used position in congress to solicit for hedge fund; his office denies
By Scott Powers From Florida Politics A New York Times article published Thursday reports that U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson of Orlando used his position in Congress and as a member of the Financial Services Committee to solicit investments for the…
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Serena Williams helps build a school in Jamaica
By: Yesha Callahan From The Root Williams sets an example not only on the tennis court but off it, too. Never mind that Serena Williams has 21 grand-slam titles. Or that she’s the greatest athlete ever. It’s the work she…
