The Editor Speaks: When being attacked is good
I was surprised to receive today’s press release from the Coalition For Cayman (C4C) who were disappointed in the People’s Progressive Movement’s (PPM) alleged “personal attacks in an attempt to discredit the Coalition for Cayman and the leaders working to…
The Editor Speaks: Bracers say don’t mess with our fish
What a shortsighted number of fishermen there are on Cayman Brac who signed a petition objecting to proposals by the Cayman Islands Department of Environment to expand marine parks. Director of Environment (DoE), Gina Ebanks-Petrie, announced she had received this…
Letter to the Editor
Anon When are we going to elect politicians that have some dignity, respect, and moral? Now here we have two xxxxxs that have gambling out for referendum. The minister for Labor and Education for heaven sakes. He can’t even pass…
Letter to the Editor
From Anon I just recently read an article by Mr. Miller rightly decrying the dangers to our society brought on by the notorious and reckless sale of liquor to our darling young people who as a result are out of…
The Editor Speaks: I actually lament the ‘invisible’ bush
When Moses first saw the burning bush he was terrified. Such was the persona of our ex-premier McKeeva Bush. He could frighten his opponents with a glare, a tirade, and waving of hands. One moment his voice would plead, almost…
The Editor Speaks: Some questions need answering
I am referring to one of our lead stories today in iNews Cayman regarding the release of the Inspection of the Cayman Turtle Farm (CTF) (10-12th December) Report submitted to the CTF on 17th December 2012 and released to the…
The Editor Speaks: Academic merit is the only criteria
Question: When does “academic merit” automatically mean a scholarship grant to someone who doesn’t really need it? Answer: the Cayman Islands. An internal review of college scholarships granted by the Cayman Islands Education Council has found some of the students…
15 Surprising Uses for Aluminium Foil
Katie Waldeck Around the House. 1. Prevent Paint from Dripping on your Doorknobs. Wrap doorknobs and hinges in foil. No need to remove them when you’re repainting a room. 2. Move Heavy Furniture with Ease. Line the legs with aluminum…
5 Ways to Avoid the Flu
Becky Striepe How are you faring this flu season? If you’ve managed to dodge the ick that’s going around so far, high five! Here are a few ways that you can make you chances of coasting through flu season unscathed…
The case for and against pomegranate juice
Two related stories regarding the claims made for pomegranate juice. Pomegranate juice has been hyped to do many things: fight cancer, increase fertility, boost sex drive, reduce erectile dysfunction, stave off heart disease, even guard against Alzheimer’s disease. The potential…
