Chwasts share their store of love, determination, autism and art
When her autistic son turned twenty, a vocational counsellor told Debra Chwast that Seth was unsuited for anything more challenging than janitorial work. He could not cross the street alone—or even be left at home alone—or have a conversation. But…
NGO urges probe of Honduras journalist killings
TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras (AP) — Press groups on Monday called for an international investigation into attacks on journalists in Honduras after a radio host was killed by machete blows, bringing to 19 the number of media employees slain over the past…
The Editor Speaks: Immigration, riches and injustice
It still comes as a shock when injustice is obvious to everyone except the very people who sit on the boards that have to do with immigration, and I am talking of the Cayman Islands. If you have money you…
Youth shine in Parliament
Youth Parliamentarians participated in a core democratic activity when they established their presence in the Legislative Assembly today (Monday, 12 March). Debating two motions, one each by the Government and Opposition benches, also helped the 21 students from local high…
Disturbing side effects of soda
A very disturbing article under the above title appeared in Care2’s latest newsletter that I felt I had to share with you. I recommend you visit the Care2 website ( www.care2.com) and subscribe to their regular newsletter. The article was…
Early childhood celebration evening
Children retain more at an early age than at any other time period in their education. As a result of this, the Ministry of Education, Training and Employment has emphasised the need for all children to have a strong foundation…
Peterson faces Khan in rematch of contested fight
LONDON (AP) — After a contested fight, American Lamont Peterson believes he will only receive full credit for beating Amir Khan if he repeats the feat in their upcoming rematch. Khan lost his WBA and IBF belts in a split-decision…
Every dog has it’s day
All kinds of dogs of different shapes, sizes and temperaments came out in force to the 21st Cayman Islands Dog Show on Saturday, and so many different dogs meant that there were plenty of different categories -22 in all, with…
