The Legislative Assembly (LA) sitting on Thursday, 23 April 2020 was the first in the history of the Cayman Islands that allowed electronic participation by MLAs.
As we near the end of the 5th week mark of a freeze on the majority of activity on all three islands in response to the threat posed by the COVID-19 pandemic that has beset the world, many say they are now trying to look on the brighter side in order to give themselves hope and reason.
Since 1994 (26 years), the CICSA Co-operative Credit Union has awarded many students annual education grants. This tradition continues in 2020.
Earth Day week began with a record high temperature of 97 degrees in Miami-Dade County. Steady light winds brought a dull acrid scent into the city from brush fires bordering the Everglades. A few thunderstorms had hit by week’s end and more tornadoes wreaked havoc across the south.
After an initial hint a few weeks ago, a much-anticipated new private sector-led initiative is being launched to support disaster readiness, relief and recovery efforts in the Cayman Islands.
British parliamentarian Andrew Rosindell has appealed for more support from the UK government help the Overseas Territories cope with the COVID-19 crisis.
Around the world on May 8th, Red Cross, Red Crescent and Red Crystal Societies are celebrating World Red Cross Day. The day, which marks the birthday of the Movement’s Founder and winner of the first Nobel Peace Prize - Henri Dunant - has been observed annually throughout the world since 1948.
Contradictions abound in the new normal reality this Cinco de Mayo. Brush fires have scorched over 1,700 acres in the Everglades yet signs of spring’s hopeful beauty persist. A Miami Beach park re-opens then closes again and cruise ships offer mixed signals on when and if their itineraries....
The Chamber of Commerce continues to intensify efforts to offer critical support to local businesses and individuals through its series of free webinars, under the theme, Supporting Businesses in a Time of Crisis.