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Taiwan Enterprise Cayman to issue new shares for bank loan repayment and operating funds enrichment
From Reuters
Taiwan Enterprise Cayman :
* Says it will issue 40 million new shares of its common stock with par value of T$10 per share and issue price at T$5 per share for bank loan repayment and operating funds enrichment
* Says 10 percent of the new shares to be offered to the company’s employees, 10 percent of the new shares to be offered through public offering, remaining 80 percent to be offered to the existing shareholders
For more: http://in.reuters.com/article/idINL3N1CA1NH
Denver Police Running Out of Space For Confiscated Marijuana
From Wn.com
While Marijuana is legalized for medicine and recreation in Colorado, Denver Police Department said on Monday that they were confiscating more illegal weed than ever, according to CBS News.
“Because it is now legal in certain quantities, people nowadays believe they can exceed those quantities and there’d be no prosecution, that it’s not criminal,” Lt. Cliff Carney said. “We used to see 15 to 20 plants at a time being seized at a small grow, now we’ll see it in the hundreds, even thousands at warehouses.”
Police detailed how they previously only received small quantities but now they are gathering so much that they are running out of storage space for the processed and raw plants.
For more: https://article.wn.com/view/2016/10/04/Denver_Police_Running_Out_of_Space_For_Confiscated_Marijuana/
US builds a $100 million African drone base to fight Boko Haram
By Andrew Tarantola From engadget
Central Niger is a key ally in the fight against militant extremists.
The Department of Defense announced on Friday that it is investing $100 million in a drone base located in Agadez, in central Niger. The base will serve as a central surveillance hub in the fight against both Boko Haram and roaming militant groups linked to al Qaeda.
“At the request of, and in close coordination with, the Government of Niger, United States Africa Command is establishing a temporary, expeditionary cooperative security location in Agadez, Niger,” a US Africa Command spokesperson told Reuters via email. “Agadez is an ideal, central location to enable ISR collection (intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance) to face the security threat across the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin region.”
The US already has a military presence in both Agadez and the national capital, Niamey. With the establishment of this new drone base, which is located adjacent to an existing US airfield, those capital forces will likely transition to Agadez, centralizing America’s ISR (Intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance) efforts in the region. Any intel gathered by these drones will be shared among America’s regional partners including Nigeria, Chad and Mali.
For more: https://www.engadget.com/2016/09/30/us-builds-a-100-million-african-drone-base-to-fight-boko-haram/
J’can makes US customs most wanted list
From Jamaican Observer
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A Jamaican man is among three Caribbean nationals who have made the latest top 10 Most Wanted List of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
He is 52-year-old Desmond Hugh Chambers, who also reportedly goes by the names Warren Michael Mullings and Gregory Lemuel Green.
According to ICE, Chambers was convicted of possession with intent to distribute cocaine, second degree rape, first degree sex offense, and false imprisonment.
He was ordered removed by an immigration judge on February 5, 1997 and was removed from the US on May 10, 2000.
However, ICE reported that Chambers unlawfully reentered the US at an unknown date and despite numerous attempts to locate his whereabouts, he currently remains at-large.
His last known locations are Maryland, Florida and Georgia.
Chambers is wanted for removal from the US.
The other two Caribbean immigrants are from Haiti and the Dominican Republic, respectively. They have been identified as Pierre Rodolphe Marcelin, 44 and Victor Lenin Munoz.
They too are wanted for deportation.
IMAGE: Desmond Hugh Chambers
For more: http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/news/J-can-listed-on-US-customs-most-wanted-list
CONCACAF: THIS WEEK’S MATCHES
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Friday, October 7, 2016
09:00 Spain vs. Mexico – King Abdullah II International Stadium, Amman, Jordan
12:00 Canada vs. Venezuela – King Abdullah II International Stadium, Amman, Jordan
Saturday, October 8, 2016
12:00 Japan vs. USA – Amman International Stadium, Amman, Jordan
Visa Office in Jamaica Closed Due to Weather
The public is advised that the Cayman Islands Visa Office located in Kingston, Jamaica is currently closed until further notice, due to inclement weather conditions.
UPDATE: Cayman Islands: Town Hall Meetings about Zika Virus
Town Hall Meetings about Zika Virus Rescheduled
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the series of town hall meetings about the Zika virus has been rescheduled. The meetings are being held by Public Health to inform residents about Zika, and to address concerns, especially for pregnant women.
The meetings will now take place at Bodden Town Civic Centre on Tuesday, 18 October; Sir John A. Cumber Primary School Hall, West Bay on Tuesday, 25 October; North Side Civic Centre on Tuesday, 1 November; and East End Civic Centre on Tuesday, 8 November. All meetings will be from 5.30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The meetings will be attended by a panel including Acting Medical officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez, Ministry of Health Chief Officer Jennifer Ahearn, obstetrician Dr. Gilberta Alexander, internal medicine specialist Dr. Iheonunekwu Nelson, surveillance officer Timothy McLaughlin-Munro and nurse midwife Beverley Samuels, as well as Director of the Mosquito Control and Research Unit, Dr. Bill Petrie.
All, especially pregnant women and concerned members of the public, are invited to attend.
Travel Channel Cayman Islands Beach Escape Sweepstakes
Description:
The Travel Channel Cayman Islands Beach Escape Sweepstakes will award one Grand Prize Winner a trip for 2 to the Cayman Islands. The Vacation Sweepstakes Prize Package includes: $1,000 Gift Card for airfare; 5 days/4 nights first class hotel accommodations at Le Soleil d’Or; $500 Dining Credit at Mango Restaurant; farm to table cooking class for 2; Guided Tour of the resort’s organic farm; Guided Nature Tour of Cayman Brac island; round trip airport transfers to/from hotel in Cayman; and a 6-month subscription to Hamptons Lane boxes of specialty ingredients and kitchen tools.
Grand Prize:
A trip for 2 to the Cayman Islands – includes $1,000 for airfare, 4 night first-class accommodations at Le Soleil d’Or, $500 Dining Credit at Mango Restaurant, & more!
ARV: $3,367.00
Company: The Travel Channel, L.L.C.
Start Date: 09/26/2016
Deadline Date: 10/28/2016
Entry Fee: $0.00
Frequency: Daily
Open House Sessions for Waste Management Plan
The public can learn about the draft outline business case for the proposed Integrated Solid Waste Management System at open house sessions on all three islands in October.
The open house sessions will be held at the Government Administration Building on Grand Cayman on 4 October from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the National Trust House on Little Cayman on 5 October from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. and at the Aston Rutty Civic Centre on Cayman Brac on 5 October from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
A questionnaire will be provided at the open house sessions and is being set up on the Ministry of Health website www.ministryofhealth.gov.ky, A copy of the consultation draft outline business case is also available on the website. Comments should be made by 7 October, 2016.
Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands issues safety advisory on Galaxy Note 7
The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands issued a safety advisory on transporting the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 by aircraft:
The purpose of this safety advisory is to advise air operators, passengers and crew of the risks involved in transporting the new Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphone in checked baggage or inside the cabin of an aircraft. In light of recent incidents and concerns involving the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphone, exploding or catching fire. For this reason, The Civil Aviation Authority of the Cayman Islands (CAACI) strongly advises air operators, passengers and crew of this safety risk and is recommending thatSamsung Galaxy Note 7 devices not be turned on or charged while on board the aircraft and not to be placed in checked baggage.
This advisory is the result of Samsung’s recent concerns raised about their Galaxy Note 7 device, as well as the subsequent statement from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the USA strongly advising passengers against using this device inflight, or checking it in with their baggage.
This safety advisory follows Cayman Airways warning issued last week on the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. Cayman Airways (CAL) statement said, “Cayman Airways passengers may still carry the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 device in their carry-on baggage or on their person, but as of Friday, September 9, 2016, passengers were being advised during the preflight safety announcements that the device must not be switched on or charged on board. Cayman Airways is also advising passengers that this particular device is not to be stored in checked luggage.”
Cayman Islands Official Public Holidays for 2017 Confirmed
The Deputy Governor, Hon. Franz Manderson, Cert. Hon, JP, has approved the Cayman Islands official public holidays for 2017.
The approved list covers all the public holidays, including Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday in June 2017.
Since New Year’s Day (1 January) falls on a Sunday, Monday, 2 January 2017 will be observed as the official public holiday.
The official public holidays for 2017 are:
Monday, 2 January – New Year’s Day (observed)
Monday, 23 January – National Heroes Day
Wednesday, 1 March – Ash Wednesday
Friday, 14 April – Good Friday
Monday, 17 April – Easter Monday
Monday, 15 May – Discovery Day
Monday, 19 June – Queen’s Birthday
Monday, 3 July – Constitution Day
Monday, 13 November – Remembrance Day
Monday, 25 December – Christmas Day
Tuesday, 26 December – Boxing Day.
Cayman Islands Pirates Week calls for food vendors
The Pirates Week Festival Office is inviting participants for the annual Food Festival to submit their vendor applications for the below dates/times:
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Friday 11th November |
6:00pm to 2:00am |
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Saturday 12th November |
1:00pm to midnight |
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Saturday 19th November |
2:00pm to midnight |
Vendor applications must be submitted beginning on Monday 1st August, 2016 to the Pirates Week Office on Shedden Road, George Town (upstairs next to KFC). Vendor space is limited therefore applications must be submitted as soon as possible after the opening date above. Deadline for submission is Monday 31st October.
All vendors must comply with the rules and regulations set by the Pirates Week Festival Office and must present a valid Food Handling Certificate for all persons handing food by the 31st October. Food handling certificates can be obtained from the Department of Environmental Health by contacting Mr. Gideon Simms on 949-6696 or email [email protected] .
For application forms and more details please contact the Pirates Week Festival Office at 949-5078 or[email protected].
COMMUNITY EVENTS (Date Order)
WED OCT 5
Integrated Solid Waste Management System Open House
The public can learn about the draft outline business case for the proposed Integrated Solid Waste Management System at an open house session at the National Trust House on Little Cayman on Wednesday (5 Oct) from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m and at the Aston Rutty Civic Centre from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
THU OCT 6
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Savannah Awareness Meeting
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Savannah Awareness Meeting is at the Savannah United Church Hall at 630pm on Thursday (6 Oct)
FRI OCT 7
Mourant Ozannes’ International Trusts & Private Client Conference
When:
October 7, 2016 – 12:00 am
Date: October 7, 2016
Location: The Ritz Carlton, Grand Cayman
West Bay Road, Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
Breast Cancer Awareness Month North Side Clinic
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The North Side Clinic is on Friday (7 Oct) from 10am to noon.
SAT OCT 8
6th Annual Feed Our Future Island Roast
The 6th Annual Feed Our Future Island Roast is Saturday (8 Oct) from 630 to midnight at Camana Bay Beach. For ticket information, email [email protected].
Pilates for Pink Fundraiser
The Pilates for Pink Fundraiser is on Saturday (8 Oct) from 9 — 11am at the Arts & Recreation Center. To get involved, email i[email protected].
Cayman Islands: 28th Annual CUC Sea Swim
“On Saturday October 8th CIASA will stage the 2nd race of the 2016-17 Open Water season. There will be the traditional 800m swim, open to all, as well as a 400m swim for the 12 & unders which is not a timed event and will take place while the results are being tallied for the senior event.
Both events are sponsored by CUC who are long-term supporters of our sea swims
Start time is 4.00 p.m. for the 800, 4.45 for the 400. The venue is Governor’s Beach start and finish (loop course). Registration is 3.00 – 3.45. Fees vary: for CIASA members 800m fees are $15 (adults) and $10 (children) ; for non CIASA members 800m fees are $20 (adults) and $15 (children). The 400m swim is a straight $10.
There will be trophies for the top three finishers in each age group. The children in the 400m race will receive participation ribbons. There will also be t-shirts & refreshments.
Start time is 4.00 p.m. for the 800, 4.45 for the 400. The venue is Governor’s Beach start and finish (loop course). Registration is 3.00 – 3.45. Fees vary: for CIASA members 800m fees are $15 (adults) and $10 (children); for non CIASA members 800m fees are $20 (adults) and $15 (children). The 400m swim is a straight $10.
This will be the last 800m swim this calendar year. Next up is the Pirates 5k in November during our Pirates Week celebrations”
SUN OCT 9
The Brenda Tibbetts Lund Memorial 5/10K Run/Walk
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Sunday, October 9th – 6:00 a.m. – Holiday Inn Resort – Safehaven Drive. 5/10K Run/Walk
Click here to download the registration form: http://lctgbreastcancerawareness.com/assets/bca-registration-form-2016.pdf
TUE OCT 11
Employment: The Hiring Process
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop on Employment: The Hiring Process on Tuesday, (11 Oct) from 9:00-11:00am at their office in Governors Square; Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky
WED OCT 12
Project Management Fundamentals
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop on Project Management Fundamentals on Wednesday (12 Oct) from 8am to 5pm at Fidelity Financial Center, 2nd floor. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky
Bookends Club
The Bookends Club meets on Wednesday (12 Oct) at 630pm at Books & Books.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month George Town Clinic & North Side Awareness Meeting
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The George Town Clinic is Wednesday (12 Oct) from 10 to noon and the North Side Awareness Meeting is at the William Pouchie Memorial Church Hall at 730pm.
THU OCT 13
The Exceptional Presenter
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop on The Exceptional Presenter on Thursday, (13 Oct) from 9:00-430pm at their office in Governors Square; Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky
FRI OCT 14
Halloween Glow Party
The Halloween Glow Party is Friday (14 Oct) from 6 — 8pm at Starfish Village. Register by emailing [email protected].
SAT OCT 15
Introduction to Project Management
The Chamber of Commerce is hosting a workshop on an Introduction to Project Management on Saturday (15 Oct) from 9am to 5pm at Fidelity Financial Center, 2nd floor. Register online at www.caymanchamber.ky
Referee Beginner Course
The CIFA Referees’ Department will be conducting a Referee Beginner Course starting on Sunday (16 Oct) at 3:00 p.m. The course is free of charge. Email [email protected] to register.
MON OCT 17
Breast Cancer Awareness Month East End Awareness Meeting
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The East End Awareness Meeting is on Monday (17 Oct) at the East End United Church Hall at 730pm.
WED OCT 19
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Bodden Town Clinic
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Bodden Town Clinic is Wednesday (19 Oct) from 10am to noon.
THU OCT 20
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Bodden Town Awareness Meeting
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Bodden Town Awareness Meeting is Thursday (20 Oct) at Webster Memorial Church Hall at 730pm.
SAT OCT 22
Save Our Youth Monster Dash
The Save Our Youth Monster Dash is Saturday (22 Oct) at 7am at the Town Center in Camana Bay. To register, log on to soyfoundation.com.
SUN OCT 23
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Cut A Thon
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The Cut A Thon at Eclipze Hair Design is Sunday (23 Oct) from 2 — 6pm.
MON OCT 24
Breast Cancer Awareness Month West Bay Awareness Meeting
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The West Bay Awareness Meeting is at John Gray Memorial Church Hall on Monday (24 Oct) at 730pm.
TUE OCT 25
Breast Cancer Awareness Month West Bay Clinic
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The West Bay Clinic is Tuesday (25 Oct) from 10am to noon.
WED OCT 26
Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series: Maleficent
Camana Bay’s Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series features Maleficent on Wednesday (26 Oct) at 7pm in Gardenia Court.
WED & THU OCT 26 & 27
Cayman Marketplace
Cayman Marketplace, formerly Cayshop, is Wednesday (26 Oct) from 530 to 8pm on Wednesday (26 Oct) and on Thursday (27 Oct) from 12pm to 6pm at the Arts and Recreation Center in Camana Bay.
THU OCT 27
Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series: Monsters Inc
Camana Bay’s Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series features Monsters Inc. on Thursday (27 Oct) at 7pm in Gardenia Court.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month East End Clinic
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The East End Clinic is on Thursday (27 Oct) from 10am to noon and the George Town Awareness Meeting is at the Lions Community Center at 730pm.
FRI OCT 28
Pirates Week Festival Office Charity Golf Classic Sponsorship
The Pirates Week Festival Office is seeking additional sponsors for its Charity Golf Classic. The tournament is a fundraiser which will benefit Alzheimer’s and Dementia Association of the Cayman Islands. Email [email protected] if you would like to get involved.
Humane Society’s Diablo Halloween Ball
The Humane Society’s Diablo Halloween Ball is Friday (28 Oct) at 6pm at Abacus.
Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series: Hocus Pocus
Camana Bay’s Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series features Hocus Pocus on Friday (28 Oct) at 7pm in Gardenia Court.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month Dress Down Day
Join the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens as they observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a Dress Down/ Dress Pink Day on Friday (28 Oct)
SAT OCT 29
Teacher Talk Training B
Educators are invited to Teacher Talk Training B: Let Language Lead the Way to Literacy at KidsAbility Clinic on Saturday (29 Oct) from 9am to 3pm. For more information, email [email protected].
Halloween Spooktacular
The Halloween Spooktacular is Saturday (29 Oct) from 4 to 7pm at the Camana Bay Town Center. Ghosts, ghouls, goblins and more are invited to trick-or-treat throughout the Town Centre, stopping in at participating shops and restaurants for an assortment of Halloween treats. Along the way, they can stop and get creative with creepy crafts, guess what’s inside the Mad Lab and watch the Spooky Creature Double Feature as part of the Moonlight & Movies series.
Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series: Goosebumps and Beetlejuice
Camana Bay’s Moonlight and Movies Halloween Series features Goosebumps and Beetlejuice on Saturday (29 Oct) at 7pm in Gardenia Court.
MON OCT 31
National Conservation Law Protected Areas Submissions
You’re invited to submit nominations for protected areas under the National Conservation Law now through October 31st. The process for making nominations is available at www.doe.ky.
SAT NOV 26
Meals on Wheels 5K Run/ Walk
Meals on Wheels is holding its first 5K Run/ Walk on November 26th and we are calling it a Turkey Trot.
SUN FEB 26 (2017)
Cayman Islands Lion’s – Cycle For Sight
Cayman Islands Cycling Association
Sunday 26th Feb 2017 6:00AM – 9:00AM
Event Description:
Lion’s Cycle For Sight – Change the way we see the world Start: East End Public Beach | Finish: Lions Community Center – 24 Miles
October Events at Camana Bay
| Fall is here and with the harvest season comes a bounty of shopping with Shoppers’ Night Out – a one-night affair where the shops of Camana Bay mark down prices and visitors can enjoy live music, refreshments and giveaways.
You may notice the buildings in the Town Centre will light up pink from 1-27 October to honour Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are a number ways to give back, from an Opening Ceremony celebration to the 10th Annual Pilates for Pink to special salon and spa treatments at Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa’s 16th Annual Cut-A-Thon. Things turn eerie when the Town Centre lights up orange to celebrate all things Halloween from 28-31 October. Families can enjoy a pumpkin carving workshop, budding chefs can make frightfully fun treats, partygoers can dance away at Oktoberfest while kids can do the same at a Halloween Glow Party and moviegoers can enjoy a Frankenstein ballet on the big screen and family-friendly movies on a giant outdoor big screen. Everyone is invited to dress in their costumes for a 5K fun run while trick-or-treaters can also mark their calendars for the always anticipated Spooktacular. Warm regards, Alyson Hay
Here is a quick look at our special events: Cayman Islands 2016 Oktoberfest Saturday 1 October 3-11pm Mizu Asian Bistro + Bar Patio Breast Cancer Awareness Month Opening Ceremony Monday 3 October 5:30-7pm The Crescent Shoppers’ Night Out Thursday 6 October 5-8pm Town Centre Pilates for Pink Saturday 8 October 9-11am The Arts & Recreation Centre Celebrations’ Christmas Store Grand Opening Saturday 8 October 10am-7pm Market Street beside Bon Vivant Budding Chef Cooking Class: Pasta Mania Saturday 8 October 12-1pm Bon Vivant 6th Annual Feed Our Future Island Roast Saturday 8 October 6:30pm-midnight Camana Bay Beach The Bookends Club Wednesday 12 October 6:30-7:30pm Books & Books Halloween Glow Party Friday 14 October 6-8pm Starfish Village Somm Series Friday 14 October 6pm West Indies Wine Company Budding Chef Cooking Class: Breakfast Champions Saturday 15 October 12-1pm Bon Vivant Culture at the Cinema: Frankenstein Saturday 15 October 7pm Regal Cinemas Floetry Wednesday 19 October 6:30-7:30pm Books & Books Save Our Youth Monster Dash 5K Saturday 22 October 7am Town Centre Budding Chef Cooking Class: Mexican Fiesta Saturday 22 October 12-1pm Bon Vivant 16th Annual Cut-A-Thon Sunday 23 October 2-6pm Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa Starfish Village Harvest Camp Monday 24 though Friday 28 October 8am-3pm Starfish Village Cayman Market Place Wednesday 26 October 5:30-8pm Thursday 27 October 12-6pm The Arts & Recreations Centre Moonlight & Movies: Halloween Series Wednesday 26 through Saturday 29 October 7pm Gardenia Court Diablo Halloween Ball Friday 28 October 6pm-3am Abacus Budding Chef Cooking Class: Ghoulish Delights Saturday 29 October 12-1pm Bon Vivant Family Pumpkin Carving Saturday 29 October 3-5pm Starfish Village Halloween Spooktacular Saturday 29 October 4-7pm Town Centre |
