Sri Lanka: UN admits it failed to protect civilians
A UN report on its failure to protect civilians in Sri Lanka’s civil war will have “profound implications” for the global body, UN chief Ban Ki-moon says. Publishing the damning internal report, which was leaked to the BBC, Mr Ban…
Harambee sacco cancelled houses deal over fraud
Harambee Sacco stopped the sale of its 16 prime residential property in Nyali, Mombasa, after realising that the bond issued by the winning bidder was forged. The Sacco, whose members are largely drawn from public sector institutions, was last year on…
RED – Pirates Week Jouvert Fete TODAY Wednesday (14)
“Aye-aye cap’n, we see paint!” It’s time to Paint the town RED! ====================== RED – The Official Pirates Week Jouvert This Wednesday, November 14th | The Heritage Day Fete Gates open at 9PM-2AM ====================== LOCATION: Spotts Dock | See video: http://youtu.be/0ks9gsplGic…
Appleby Reports Offshore Incorporation Activity
Inaugural On the Register Report Examines 2012 H1 Incorporations The number of offshore companies being registered in the first half of 2012 was up 9% from the previous six months, indicating that the markets continue to recover from the lows…
Syria: France backs anti-Assad coalition
France has become the first Western power to recognise Syria’s opposition coalition as the sole legitimate representative of the Syrian people. The move was announced by President Francois Hollande at a televised news conference in Paris. Syrian opposition groups struck…
CI Fashion Week – Red Dress Event now has a BIG price reduction
Wednesday November 14th Fashion At Heart Red Dress Event This night will feature a cocktail reception and silent and live auction along with our red dress runway show. Local designers will present pieces with our local celebrities and influencers gracing…
55 Cases of dengue fever under investigation
From Cayman islands Public Health Department Dengue Update as of Week Ending November 10, 2012 Total cases under investigation for dengue since the beginning of the year: 55 Total results received for 34 cases: 16 positives, 18 negatives and 21…
NCVO says ‘Thank you”
The NCVO extends grateful thanks to everyone who contributed towards a successful 2012 Radio/Telethon on 3rd November and pledged over CI$140,000 on the night of the event. We appeal to people who have not yet honoured their pledges to please…
HBO announces its December Movie Lineup in the Caribbean
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo<http://www.hbomax.tv/the-girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo/> (Columbia Pictures) – Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) is a financial journalist willing to restore his honor after being convicted of defamation. He is contacted by one of the wealthiest businessmen in Sweden, Henrik Vanger…
Convicted rapist now tries for plea change
Convicted rapist Jeffery Barnes, after pleading guilty to abduction rape and attempted rape last month, is now trying to change those pleas. Just before Barnes trial, after prompting from his lawyer, he admitted kidnapping a 49 year old woman from…
