Anne Part 86
We continue our serialisation of Anne by Constance Fenimore Woolson Gregory Dexter had a longing to knock him down On the other hand, Heathcote would have been much surprised to learn that any one longed to take him out and…
The Editor speaks: The Crown loses, again
Not surprisingly, the crown’s case against the two men who were charged with robbing two visitors at Barefoot Beach, in East End last February, ended with no case to answer against one of the men and the second man was…
US Grand Prix included in F1 calendar for 2012
PARIS (AP) — The U.S. Grand Prix has been included on the 2012 Formula One calendar, ending fears the race in Austin, Texas, would be cut for financial reasons. The sport’s governing body said Wednesday on its website that the…
Fugitive ‘Red Shirt’ leader surrenders in Thailand
BANGKOK (AP) — A fugitive leader of Thailand’s “Red Shirts” protesters who escaped a police raid by rappelling down a hotel facade in a scene captured by network news teams surrendered Wednesday after 20 months on the run. Arisman Pongruangrong,…
Huge tuna caught in West Bay
Fisherman Joseph Smith caught a gigantic 170 pound yellowfin tuna, just off Grand Cayman’s North West Point. “This is the biggest tuna I’ve ever caught.” Mr Smith said. That giant tuna is just 19 pounds short of the Cayman Islands…
Jamaica, World Stars and Cayman book semi final positions
T/20 is short, exciting and aggressive. The Challenge Trophy, Cayman Islands off season tournament produces everything that a cricketer enthusiast wants and some more. Two very exciting matches were completed on Sunday. Jamaica defeated Barbados in a low scoring match…
Museum’s 20th Anniversary celebration
Visitors to the Cayman Island’s National Museum’s 20th Anniversary celebrations were in for a spectacular and tasty cultural feast. Carmen Conolly from East End was there, showing the beautiful things that an expert can make from the dried leaves of…
Obama, Clinton to world: Stop gay discrimination
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Obama administration’s declaration that it plans to use foreign assistance, international diplomacy and political asylum to promote gay rights abroad is a momentous step that could dangerously backfire if not pursued with delicacy and an…
Maples Group election results
The Maples Group recently held its bi-annual elections for various management positions. Henry Smith retains the role of Global Managing Partner of Maples and Calder. David Brooks continues on as Chairman and Scott Somerville as Chief Executive Officer of MaplesFS….
Sing Noel – a Christmas concert
The Cayman National Choir (CNC) and Cayman National Orchestra (CNO) got together for “Sing Noel”, a very special carol service, at the Elmslie United Memorial Church last Tuesday (6). The evening featured a variety of music of different styles, different…