Prince Philip has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace announces
From BBC Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II’s husband, has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace has announced. A statement issued by the palace just after midday spoke of the Queen’s “deep sorrow” following his death at Windsor Castle on Friday morning….
Cayman Premier: Thoughts and prayers are with our Caribbean Neighbours in St. Vincent
Many persons in the Cayman Islands have friends and family who live in the Caribbean island of St. Vincent. St. Vincent is now under a significant evacuation order as the volcano La Soufriere erupted yesterday. Premier Hon. Alden McLaughlin said…
Director−General’s opening remarks at the media briefing on COVID−19 – 9 April 2021
Out of 220 countries and economies, 194 have now started vaccination, and 26 have not. Of those, 7 have received vaccines and could start, and a further 5 countries should receive their vaccines in the coming days. More than 700…
New device preserves hearts for transplants longer
A few days after his 74th birthday, Don Stivers received his dream gift — a new heart. “I was born with a very lousy heart,” he explained. “Growing up, I decided I was going to overcome it and go to…
Study: Skin rashes, ‘COVID Toes’ vaccine side effects don’t last long
By Lynn Allison From Newsmax The Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines have been found to have side effects that include odd skin reactions such as rashes and discolored, swollen toes known as “COVID toes†that are worrisome to patients, but a new study found…
Diminished hearing, vision together could be risk factor for dementia
From Newsmax A combination of hearing and vision loss is tied to an increased risk of mental decline and dementia, but having just one of those impairments isn’t connected with a higher risk, a new South Korean study finds. It’s…
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Grenada Government reiterates pledge to accept Vincentian evacuees
Friday, April 9, 2021 — The Government of Grenada is reiterating its support for the Government and people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, as they face an increased likelihood of an eruption at the La Soufriere volcano. At a news…
Cayman: CAL’s B737-8 fleet not affected by new Boeing recommendation
With Cayman Airways’ steadfast focus on safety as its utmost priority, the airline’s President and CEO, Fabian Whorms, confirms that its two Boeing 737-8 aircraft currently in service are NOT affected by the recommendation issued by The Boeing Company today…
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Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority (SLASPA) activates its Port Response Plan to receive evacuees
Office of the Prime MinisterGovernment of Saint Lucia Media Release Courtesy SLASPA Friday, April 9, 2021 — Following the update from the Office of the Prime Minister, on the situation of the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines La Soufrière Volcano, the…
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Caribbean Airlines cancels ST.VINCENT SERVICES because of volcano eruption
CANCELLED ST.VINCENT SERVICES Port of Spain, April 9, 2021. Caribbean Airlines advises that due to activity of the La Soufriere Volcano, the following flights to/from St. Vincent for Saturday 10 April, 2021 are cancelled: FLIGHT ROUTING SATURDAY 10 APRIL, 2020 BW 200…
