Site clearance begins for new roads
The signing of the National Roads Authority Agreement (NRA Agreement) last month triggered an Independent Review process and the immediate release of US$5 million to educational, community and training programmes, parks and housing initiatives as well as a “Save the…
Sleeping at the wheel because of prescription drugs
The RCIPS have done a terrific job of heightening awareness here on driving under the influence of alcohol even if there are idiots who take no notice. One of the unspoken related problems of drunk driving is drivers falling asleep…
The Editor Speaks: Where are our heroes? If you want a joint go to Northward prison
Our National Heroes Day is this Monday 23rd January at 9am and is the islands’ largest national celebration. The theme of this year’s celebration is education. Traditional elements include uniform parades, choirs, live music and laying of wreaths in remembrance….
European soccer’s fight against racism not yet won
PARIS (AP) — For fans of soccer, Feb. 1 promises to be a sad day. John Terry, one of the most rugged, fearsome and admired defenders anywhere in the world, a natural leader who captains his club, Chelsea, and his…
Beckham signs new two-year deal with LA Galaxy
LONDON (AP) — Resisting the lure of Paris for the sake of his family, David Beckham pledged his future to America’s Major League Soccer on Wednesday by signing a new two-year contract with the Los Angeles Galaxy. The 36-year-old midfielder…
Police review procedure after another robbery
George Town detectives are investigating an early morning robbery which occurred in Eden Road at South Church Street, George Town. It is yet another personal armed attack in the area making it the fifth similar robbery, or attempted robbery, in…
JOBS CAN CURB CRIME
More employment would help reduce lawlessness, Bush Premier McKeeva Bush yesterday decried local crime, saying putting people back to work was the best way to fight lawlessness, while calling for a less-partisan “committee system” of government. He also said 2011 tourism numbers…
Mexico smuggling probe: Four kids show sexual abuse
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Four of the 10 children seized in western Mexico as part of a child-trafficking investigation involving Irish couples show signs of sexual abuse, a Mexican official said Wednesday. Jalisco state Attorney General Tomas Coronado said the…
Fresh Image PR launch bold new website
Fresh Image PR – a boutique public relations firm that caters to Cayman business and brands – has kicked off the New Year with an overhaul. The company underwent a full rebrand and recently launched a bold new website, new…
Murdoch company to pay hacking damages in 36 cases
LONDON (AP) — Rupert Murdoch’s British newspaper company on Thursday agreed to pay damages to 36 high-profile victims of tabloid phone-hacking, including actor Jude Law, soccer player Ashley Cole and former British Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott. In settlements whose…
