‘Shocking abuse of public trust’: Columbia University prof estimates $20tln hidden in tax havens
From RT World billionaires and mega rich companies stash trillions in so-called “treasure islands” special tax zones like the British Virgin Islands and the Cayman Islands, Jeffrey Sachs, head of Columbia University’s Earth Institute told RT at the Gaidar Forum….
Suriname experiences first “freak” hail storm in decades
By Marvin Hokstam From Caribbean360 National disaster officials Friday reported little or no damage was reported. There were also no reports of personal injuries even as citizens recounted stories of their cars and houses “being pelted with stones”. PARAMARIBO, Suriname,…
South Florida premier of Guy Harvey’s documentary “Whale Sharks of the Yucatan”
Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation From Out Door Hub Conservationist and world acclaimed marine artist Dr. Guy Harvey is bringing a whale of a tale to Nova Southeastern University¹s Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale on Thursday, January 30th with the South…
The harsh effects of being less well-off
By Sir Ronald Sanders From Caribbean360 Unemployment has risen in several countries affecting families across the board. They either have less collective income or those fortunate enough to be employed have to contribute to the survival of those without job…
Cayman Cookout’s chef roster draws guests
By Neal Turnage From USA Today Several years ago at Eric Ripert’s then burgeoning Cayman Cookout at the Ritz Carlton on Grand Cayman, a guest made a telling remark: “I can’t imagine a more beautiful backdrop.” Aside from Ripert’s reputation,…
Nelson excels for Cayman at CWU20
From concacaf.com GEORGE TOWN, Cayman islands — Amanda Nelson is not particularly tall, nor wide, but she operates in the heart of the Cayman Islands defense with a style and panache that defies her slender frame. Now an invaluable member…
Corruption levels in the Caribbean remain elevated
Corruption levels in the Caribbean remained elevated in 2013, RBC Caribbean’s latest Caribbean Economic Report has said. The report published at the end of December 2013 said: “Corruption levels in the Caribbean remain elevated. Transparency International will be hosting a…
UPDATE: African Virus Outbreak in Caribbean Stirs Health Warnings
UPDATE: From Bloomberg Business Week The first known outbreak of the chikungunya virus in the Western Hemisphere has Caribbean governments working to prevent the disease from spreading and damaging the region’s tourism-dependent economies. About 280 cases of chikungunya, which can…
CONCACAF U-20 Women’s Championship
Played Friday January 17 2014 Truman Bodden Sports Complex, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Semi Finals Under-20 Women’s Championship Mexico 3 Costa Rica 1 USA 6 Trinidad 0 To be played Sunday January 19 Truman Bodden Sports Complex, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Third…
Rasta need help/Dog & cats want homes and 1 cat missing / Dogs & puppy found and lost cat
From CARE – Cayman Animal Rescue Enthusiasts Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 10:21 AM RASTA NEEDS A LITTLE HELP ! Rasta is a super sweet guy who unfortunately got into a fight with a car which resulted in him loosing…