Are the World’s Biggest Tax Havens Really Havens?
From Investment U The man on that sandy $100 bill is the source of many proverbs. You probably know this one: “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Now, almost 250 years after…
Cayman Islands Law Society welcomes gazetting of Legal Practitioners Bill
The Cayman Islands Law Society (CILS) has welcomed the gazetting of the Legal Practitioners Bill (LPB) by the Cayman Islands Government, in preparation for the upcoming sitting of the Legislative Assembly in early October. The LPB repeals and replaces the…
Push for EU mandatory disclosure of tax avoidance schemes
By Pat Sweet From CCH Daily Slovakia, the current president of the EU council, challenges finance ministers from all the EU member states to introduce mandatory disclosure rules for intermediaries including accountants who seek to profit from the promotion, design…
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Caribbean hotel profits continue to grow Cuba and Zika impact performance
Atlanta, Ga. — CBRE Hotels Americas Research announced that the average Caribbean hotel experienced a 10.2 percent increase in gross operating profit (GOP) during 2015, according to its newly released tenth edition of Caribbean Trends® in the Hotel Industry. This…
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Barbados gets mixed review in 2016 Caribbean HDR
By Colville Mounsey From Barbados Today Women living in Barbados and St Vincent and the Grenadines can expect a fairer shot at senior managerial jobs when compared to their counterparts in other Caribbean countries. This is according to data contained…
‘Strong evidence’ shows that alcohol causes 7 cancers, researcher argues
By Sara G. Miller, From Live Science Drinking alcohol may cause seven different types of cancer, according to a new opinion article. Previous studies have found an association between drinking alcohol and a higher risk of developing certain cancers, according…
Caribbean Tourism Organization conference honors past, sets future path
By Gay Nagle Myers From Travel Weekly Caribbean tourism leaders are gathering in Barbados this week to honor the legacy and define the future of their business. That’s the plan, at least. It’s also the theme, the goal and the…
Hidden side to migrant wave as passport market stirs Caribbean boom
From Frontera Far from the desperate refugee camps on the fringes of Europe, another migration wave is taking place. Where a few thousand dollars buys a place on a cramped refugee boat, a couple of hundred thousand entitles a different…
U.S. Caribbean Undersea Treasures Are Worth Saving
From The PEW Charitable Trusts Pew works to protect ocean life for healthy ecosystems and thriving communities The crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, diverse colorful fish, and brilliant coral reefs of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands teem…
Caribbean legislators join tributes on anniversary of 9/11 attacks on the US
From Wired Ja NEW YORK, Sep. 11, CMC – Two Caribbean American legislators have joined elected officials and others in paying tribute to the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States. New York City Council…
