Coronavirus is ‘Angel of Death’ for seniors
By David A. Patten From Newsmax The coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, is stalking seniors, killing them 10 times more frequently than its younger victims, especially if they already have an underlying health conditions, medical officials report. Last week the…
Ireland axes St. Pat’s parades as it arranges virus funding
From Newsmax Call it the bad luck of the Irish. Ireland canceled all St. Patrick’s Day parades due to take place across the country next week over the risk of a further spread of coronavirus as the government set aside…
Oil prices collapse as Russia targets frackers, $20 barrel possible
By Solange Reyner From Newsmax Russian President Vladimir Putin is targeting the U.S. oil industry by refusing to reduce oil output against the wishes of OPEC leaders as economic anxiety rises amid a global coronavirus outbreak, reports Bloomberg. “The Kremlin has…
Martin: Are you chasing the Happiness Train?
By Melissa Martin How often have you said, “I just want to be happy.” How often have you said to someone else, “I just want you to be happy.” What does that even mean? People chase after happiness like it’s…
Martin: Have a hippity-hoppity holiday on an island
By Melissa Martin This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 12, 2020. So, make your menu and decorate your dwelling while there’s still time. Would you like to be bombarded with bunnies? Rabbits can be found in a variety of…
COVID-19: Cruise line cancels call to the Cayman Islands – UPDATE
UPDATE: Mar 9 2019 4:00PM Further to our earlier press release, please be advised that the two people with medical emergencies have disembarked the Caribbean Princess and been transferred by ambulance. One of these passengers was in urgent need of…
International Women’s Day Message from Patricia Affonso-Dass, President, Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA)
One of the themes for International Women’s Day 2020 is #EachforEqual. The International Women’s Day website notes that the theme is drawn from the notion of “Collective Individualism”, noting that we are all parts of a whole where our individual…
The Queen’s Commonwealth Day Message, 2020
On Commonwealth occasions, it is always inspiring to be reminded of the diversity of the people and countries that make our worldwide family. We are made aware of the many associations and influences that combine through Commonwealth connection, helping to…
5 formerly high profile casinos that lost their licenses
Casinos and online wagering have gained their fame over the past years as a way of earning side money. This practice has also become a passive income to others. However, it is such a risk to depend on casinos without…
YMCA retreats to Cayman Brac
The YMCA of the Cayman Islands recently hosted its Annual Board Retreat in Cayman Brac. 14 Board Members and 4 staff spent three days in the Sister Island discussing the organisation’s way forward under the theme “Focus 2020”, while solidifying…