Cayman Islands still Zika free
Cayman Still Zika Free Statement on Investigated Case of Zika Virus in the Cayman Islands Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez has provided an update on the investigation of a reported case of Zika virus in the Cayman Islands….
When this chimp whacked a drone, she thought ahead, scientists say
BY PATRICK KULP From Mashable Chimpanzees are apparently not amused by our automated flying technology. After months of reviewing video footage, scientists have determined that a chimp that swatted down a drone in its Netherlands zoo enclosure had actually carefully…
Rise in Shadow IT, Password sales disconnect with employee breach concerns: Survey
By Ricci Dipshan , From Legaltech News Employees’ increasingly risky behavior at the office has led some to ask if data breaches are becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy. When it comes to data security, knowledge and good intentions are falling short….
Man remanded in custody for “life of the wind” on Caribbean islands
St. Maarten Island Time HOLLAND/St. Maarten – The Dutch police announced this week that they have arrested a 64-year old man with an official address in Anguilla. His arrest comes as part of an ongoing criminal investigation by the FIOD…
Shark sanctuaries announced around Dutch Caribbean Islands
From Curacao Chronicle THE HAGUE, WILLEMSTAD – The Dutch government announced Sept. 2 that the waters surrounding Bonaire and Saba in the Caribbean Sea will become shark sanctuaries. Dutch State Secretary for Economic Affairs Sharon Dijksma unveiled the sanctuary plans…
Dishin’ with Dody: Aging and cod filets
Thoughts to Ponder….on Aging A dear friend of mind from the Netherlands recently wrote me a long letter. She caught me up on the happenings of her life, along with some difficulties of aging. She then asked, “How do you…
Aviation director delaying new airline’s economic permit and Curaçao is in serious need of airlift
From Curacao Chronicle WILLEMSTAD – The aviation company AVA Airways applied for an economic permit in December 2013. This request is to operate scheduled and unscheduled air transport of passengers, cargo and mail. This permit is also necessary to start…
Netherlands ‘monster truck’ crash kills three at show
Three people were killed when a “monster truck” ploughed into a crowd of onlookers at an annual motor show in the east of the Netherlands. The third death was announced on Monday and five are critically ill in hospital, following…
US: ‘Threats’ behind release of Venezuela general
From Caribbean Business CARACAS, Venezuela — (AP) U.S. officials said Monday they believe Venezuela used “threats” against Aruba to pressure it to release a powerful former general who is wanted by the United States for alleged drug trafficking. “We are…
Moonen introduces Caribbean line of yachts
Moonen Shipyards in the Netherlands has introduced the new Caribbean series of motoryachts. The Caribbean range combines classic looks with lots of extras that guarantee a high resale value. There are six models available: the 85’ Mariana, the 100’ Montserrat,…