Mantle Clocks
Mantle or shelf clocks are generally small clocks found in a house placed on a shelf, mantle or above a fireplace. They are often highly ornate, decorative works and most frequently constructed from any combination of ormolu, porcelain, and wood….
Astronomy and space
Astronomy and space is all about lust for learning. It is not only one of humanity’s oldest sciences but is one of the earliest sciences that humanity has ever pursued. So the study of our universe is not new but…
Letter to the Editor: Dr. Florence Goring-Nozza, D.Div
In response to an article I read in another news media I’d like to share my thoughts with the people of the Cayman Islands. As some amongst us seem to push for self determination; I think more importantly we need…
Celtic Rings
Whether it is a wedding band, engagement/eternity ring or just a ring for yourself, an ancient Celtic designed ring is unique. Celtic art is full of messages. Mostly, it’s about how the Celts interpreted the world around them. Their outlook…
A matter of spirituality
Being a writer on a newspaper that is available on the Internet I get a lot of emails from people all over the world. I received this from a man who wished to remain anonymous but asked me if our…
The Editor Speaks: Big Brother is watching you. No one should be trusted.
Everyone is spying on you, especially governments. Most people are familiar with George Orwell’s prophetic novel “Nineteen Eighty Four” where the fictional character Big Brother was the enigmatic dictator of Oceania. This was a totalitarian state where everyone was under…
Bikini Swimsuits
The bikini was invented by Louis Reard and Jacques Heim, in Paris in 1946. However, due to its skimpiness, hardly anyone had the courage to wear a bikini until the late 1950s, when actress Brigitte Bardot created a splash by…
“I can’t stop talking”
Do you know a programme to help people who can’t stop talking? I do, its called, “On and on anon.” Yes, that is a joke, although excessive talking is not funny because it is never accepted socially. Our social norms…
Scotch in a can update
You may remember my article in iNews Cayman’s Jan 13th edition on the subject of whisky in a can? You may be interested (or not) but UrbanDaddy actually laid their hands on some (or so they say….): We’re lovers. You…
The Editor Speaks: Politeness and manners
I have just returned to my office after some business to take care of and it was painfully obvious that we are nothing but a nuisance to the very people who rely on us for their wages. Although we are…
