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NEW COURSE BEGINS TOMORROW! 40 years ago, the Rebbe launched a revolutionary learning program

An all new course from Chabad.org Beginning July 31, 2024 The Rebbe taught that mastering Rambam (Maimonides) was like mastering the entire Torah. This year marks 40 years since the Rebbe launched a revolutionary learning program designed to make the Rambam’s…

The Colors of Strength – “Unveiling the Red, Black & Green” Continued

The Colors of Strength Dive into the powerful meanings behind the red, black, and green colors of the Pan-African flag. RED: The Blood of Struggle and Sacrifice The red stripe on the Pan-African flag represents the blood shed by African ancestors…

Baba Leonard Dunston: The Passing of a Proud Race Man

Baba Leonard Dunston By Dr. Ron Daniels, President, IBW — Anyone who has spent meaningful time around Leonard Dunston knows that the essence of this great warrior is that he was/is a Proud Race Man, whose life’s work gave living meaning to…

The Association of Caribbean States celebrates 30 years

Today is unique as it marks three decades since the Convention that Established the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) was signed on July 24, 1994. Under the theme “United for Life: Towards a more sustainable Greater Caribbean,” this milestone represents our enduring…

Pierre de Coubertin: The colossal legacy of a forgotten hero

21 July 2024 – George Hirthler, author and Executive Board member of the International Pierre de Coubertin Committee, considers how Paris 2024 will provide a stunning reminder of the ever-expanding influence of its almost anonymous native son. The brilliant innovations of Paris 2024 are…

Statement from Movement Lawyers Group: In Defense of Evanston and the Movement for Reparations

The Dream of our ancestors to repair our communities and the nation is under siege– Let’s pledge to continue the fight for justice and repair  Washington, DC – Recent attacks on efforts to obtain reparations for Black communities undermine the work…

National Gallery of the Cayman Islands: July 2024 Newsletter – A Tribute to Bendel Hydes

Bendel Hydes at the opening of his exhibition Soundings at NGCI, 2003 A Tribute to Bendel Hydes on Behalf of the National Gallery The National Gallery Board and Staff regret to announce the passing of Bendel Hydes, an artist who…

Culture and Heritage Organisations Across Cayman Unite to Present “Culture Keepers” to Cayman’s Students

The Cayman National Cultural Foundation (CNCF) has partnered with several other local institutions to present a cultural passport initiative to primary aged students in the Cayman Islands. Titled “Culture Keepers” and lasting from 2 July – 31 August, this programme…

National Trust for the Cayman Islands opposes changing the National Conservation Act

20 June 2024 – The National Trust for the Cayman Islands staff, council, and leadership have followed the recent media coverage regarding proposed changes to the National Conservation Act with grave concern. The National Conservation Act provides essential protection to…