Cayman: Sinkhole in the Roadway of Watercourse Road in West Bay
Thu Jan 30 2020 From RCIPS Just before 2:30PM today, 30 January, police responded to a report of a sinkhole that appeared on Watercourse Road, between Eureka Drive and Hamlet Lane in West Bay. The sinkhole is along the roadway and officers on…
Coronavirus now global health emergency
Coronavirus declared global health emergency by WHO From BBC The new coronavirus has been declared a global emergency by the World Health Organization, as the outbreak continues to spread outside China. “The main reason for this declaration is not what…
IMF expresses sympathy re – Coronavirus / Lebanon not asked for financial assistance
The IMF expressed its sympathy and condolences to the victim of the Corona virus outbreak in China, while saying it is too early to assess the ultimate economic impact, spokesman Gerry Rice told reporters Thursday in Washington, DC. “We would…
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Cayman: Statement re-earthquake by Premier Hon. Alden McLaughlin, MBE, JP, MLA 30 Jan 2020 Legislative Assembly
Mr. Speaker, as everyone is very much aware on January 28th, at 2:10pm, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake occurred south of Cuba and northwest of Jamaica at a depth of 10km. Strong earth tremors were felt across the Cayman Islands and…
Blood pressure dips upon standing might not be as dangerous as thought
From Newsmax A common condition called “orthostatic hypotension” — a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up — has long been tied to the potential for dangerous falls in older people. But a new study suggests that doctors who…
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New imaging technique helps find hidden cancer
From Newsmax Combining an imaging technology with a new drug that “lights up” lung cancer cells may help surgeons spot hidden bits of cancer, a new study suggests. The small, preliminary study found that the new combo — dubbed intraoperative…
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The joy of the unexpected
By Paul McGowan From PS Audio Before astronomer Edwin Hubble’s 1929 bombshell proof that the universe was expanding, its fixed relationships were unquestioned. Even Einstein resisted the notion of an expanding universe despite the fact his equations clearly predicted it….
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Cayman Islands Regiment Officers selected: Enhancing disaster preparedness /Statement by Premier
Enhancing disaster preparedness Work to establish the new Cayman Islands Regiment is moving rapidly forwards. Following a recruitment competition which saw over 70 people apply to serve as officers, His Excellency The Governor, Martyn Roper and the Honourable Premier Alden…
Cayman: New PSPB appointments solidify leadership strength
The Public Service Pensions Board (PSPB) is starting the new year with a new chairperson. Mrs. Sheree Ebanks’ appointment became official in November 2019 and she is now leading the Board of Directors for the PSPB during a critical time…
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Cayman: Consolidated Water provides update following earthquake
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (Nasdaq Global Select Market: CWCO), a leading developer and operator of advanced water supply and treatment plants, has reported that, based upon its initial assessment, no major damage occurred to its plants, equipment and distribution system in…
