Fergie says United can cope
Sir Alex Ferguson is convinced his Manchester United squad is strong enough to cope with the loss of centre-back Nemanja Vidic for the rest of the season. Club captain Vidic damaged knee ligaments during the midweek 2-1 Champions League defeat…
The Editor speaks: More worries
I am in danger of getting my wrists slapped again by the premier for ‘jumping on the band wagon’ by seeming to support claims made by North Side MLA Ezzard Miller. Mr. Miller is suspicious of how the year on…
Marlins’ Nunez apologises for using fake name, age
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — Miami Marlins reliever Leo Nunez has apologised for using a fake name and age, saying he falsified his identify when he was young so he could play professional baseball. Nunez says in an interview with…
Jay-Z to raise money, perform at Carnegie Hall
NEW YORK (AP) — Jay-Z didn’t graduate from high school, but he’s encouraging others to value their education. The rapper announced Thursday that he will perform two shows at New York’s Carnegie Hall in February to benefit the Shawn Carter…
Hospital staff abandon patients to fire, 65 die
KOLKATA, India (AP) — Medical staff at an Indian hospital abandoned their patients and fled for safety early Friday as fire and smoke poured through the building, leaving 65 people dead, many from smoke inhalation, government officials said. As rescuers…
GIS Spotlight unveils Cayman’s Christmas heritage, evaluates prisoner rehabilitation and revisits an iconic cultural centre
First, we take you on a historic journey to uncover a tradition that still colours the Cayman Islands today. Join us at the National Archive where an amazing treasure trove awaits. Together we will delve into a custom that stirred…
Boxers bring back medals
Boxers from the D Dalmain Gym proudly show off their impressive medal haul after their successful trip to Barbados. World number 2 Charles “Killa” Whittaker was on hand to congratulate the winning team after every single one of them returned to…
Drive to build hospital
THE Nutall Memorial Hospital in Kingston has launched a fundraising drive to raise $250 million in order to transform the facility into Jamaica’s leading private hospital to coincide with its 90th anniversary in 2013, organisers say. The Anglican Diocese of…
Severe winds hammer Scotland
LONDON (AP) — Severe winds slammed Scotland on Thursday (8), snarling transport and leaving thousands without power as gusts in some areas surpassed 100 miles per hour (160 kph). Britain’s Met Office — which issued a “red alert” for parts…
Community Calendar:
A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM: Opening night at the Prospect Playhouse, November 25-December 10th 7.30pm Show continues tomorrow, 7.30pm, Sunday, 3pm (matinee) and two more weekends. Contact 949-5054 for tickets or [email protected] LEAN ON ME: Committee holds Christmas Drive for families…
