Mind the Gap Tube announcement returns after wife’s plea
From BBC Oswald Laurence made the recording used on the London Underground four decades ago A 40-year-old “mind the gap” recording once heard across the Tube is returning to one station – so the widow of the actor behind it…
Falkland Islands Referendum & Vote
The Falkland Islands Government held a referendum on the 10th and 11th of March to determine their future political status. 99.8% of the Islanders have voted to remain a UK Overseas Territory, with just 3 ‘no’ votes. The turnout was…
Dreamliner plane battery fixes approved
The US airline regulator has approved a set of fixes to the battery of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, clearing the way for the aircraft to resume flights. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved Boeing’s plan, which it said requires it…
Before Google Glass is released, it’s already banned
By Sharon Gaudin, From Computerworld Seattle bar tells customers it’s a ‘No Google Glass Zone’ well ahead of release Before an official pair has even been released, a Seattle cafe has banned customers from wearing Google’s computerized eye glasses inside…
Christie Apparently Snubbed By CPAC Organizers
By Paul Scicchitano Newsmax New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who angered some fellow Republicans with his public praise of President Obama’s handling of Superstorm Sandy just days before the November election, appears to have been snubbed by this year’s Conservative…
Cayman riders strut forward
From Caribbean Sports Network Cayman’s equestrian scene was graced with another major event. The Cayman Islands Equestrian Federation staged a leg of the 2013 Fédération Equestre Internationale World Dressage Challenge. Wednesday’s action took place at the Equestrian Centre in George…
Popular Caribbean deal destinations with eclectic offerings
With most of the country bundled up in down jackets and snow boots, it’s no wonder the white sand beaches, waterfalls and laid back life-pace of the Caribbean calls to millions of travelers each winter. However, it’s high season for…
Chris Brown Invitational precedes Cayman event
Sports Scope By FRED STURRUP, The Nassau Guardian Track and field (athletics) is rocking in the Caribbean these days. More than ever before, the world is paying attention to the Caribbean, primarily because of the awesome sprint talents that have…
Scientists: Earth is warmer today than any time in the past 11,300 Years
Science Recorder, Delila James Earth is getting warmer. It’s a significant finding in the world of climate science. Comprehensive new research into global climate change finds that our planet is warmer today than at any time during the last 11,300…
Snow disrupts Frankfurt flights and Eurostar trains
BBC World Frankfurt airport, Europe’s third-busiest hub, has partially re-opened after heavy snow caused severe travel disruption in north-west Europe. One of the three runways was operating again for take-offs only, the airport operator said. Hundreds of flights via Frankfurt…
