The 5 largest US banks are launching a Venmo ‘killer’
By David Henry, Anna Irrera, Reuters From Business Insider NEW YORK (Reuters) – The US banking industry is about to launch its answer to the popular mobile payments appVenmo, in what is likely to be the biggest change in years…
World Employment and Social Outlook – Trends for women: Reducing gender gaps would significantly benefit women, society and the economy
GENEVA (ILO News) – Gender gaps remain one of the most pressing challenges facing the world of work. Women are substantially less likely than men to participate in the labour market, and once in the job market, they are less…
Cayman Islands Data Protection Law: An Ogier Client Guide
On 5 June 2017 the Data Protection Law, 2017 (Law) was published in the Cayman Islands Gazette. Once proclaimed into force, the Law will introduce for the first time in the Cayman Islands a legislative framework on data protection that…
Usain Bolt wins final 100m race in Jamaica in emotional farewell
From Caribbean News Service KINGSTON, Jamaica, Jun 11 2017 – Usain Bolt marked an emotional farewell at a sell-out stadium in Jamaica by winning his final 100m on home soil. The 30-year-old will bring down the curtain on his illustrious…
Caribbean roots Senator’s questions made Jeff Sessions “Nervous”
From NAN News Americas, WASHINGTON, D.C., Weds. June 14, 2017: U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions seemed to squirm and quiver in his seat as Caribbean roots Sen. Kamala Harris of California got her five minutes in Tuesday at the Senate…
Mental Health Caribbean to hold meet and greet with its new Statia manager
From The Daily Herald St Maarten ST. EUSTATIUS–In relation to the early retirement of Kenneth Cuvalay from July 1, 2017, his successor Jacco Vaders will be assuming responsibility for and authority over Mental Health Caribbean (MHC). After June 30, Vaders…
Mystery tadpole
Large tadpole in Nevis presents mystery From Caribbean News Service CHARLESTOWN, Nevis, Jun 13 2017 – A team of researchers from the Environmental Awareness Group in Antigua, hired by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, and the United Nations…
At least 9 dead in suicide bombing at a Mogadishu hotel
From The Quint A suicide bomber rammed into a hotel in the centre of the Somalian capital Mogadishu on Wednesday, police and witnesses said, killing at least nine people. The attack has been claimed by militant Islamist group al Shabaab….
The Cayman Islands partners with Chef’d
The Cayman Islands Partners with Chef’d to Introduce First-Ever Destination-Inspired Meal Kit Featuring Curated Recipes from Cayman’s Top Chefs and the Chance to Win a Delectable Culinary Journey to Grand Cayman Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, June 14, 2017 – Today,…
Tethys Petroleum Press Release: Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders
GRAND CAYMAN, CAYMAN ISLANDS–(Marketwired – Jun 13, 2017) – Tethys Petroleum Limited (“Tethys” or the “Company”) (TSX:TPL) HEREBY GIVES NOTICE THAT an extraordinary general meeting (the “Meeting”) of the holders of ordinary shares of the Company will be held at…
