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Duty free allowance increases for those able to travel

(CNS): Cabinet has confirmed that residents who will be heading overseas Christmas for their shopping will be able to enjoy a doubling of the duty-free allowance over the festive period. But for those not wealthy enough to travel to find their presents and other holiday items won’t see any breaks in their shopping bills. Residents
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Father of teen girl’s baby to serve just 18 months in jail

(CNS): A 26-year-old man who had unlawful sex with the 13-year-old friend of his younger sister will serve just 18 months of a 28 month sentence, in prison, so that he can return to work and take care of the baby she had following their relationship. The man who cannot be named for legal reasons
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CIMA modernises recruitment system as it hunts for talent

(CNS): The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) has launched a new online recruitment platform, to enhance the job application experience for both internal and external candidates. One of the fastest growing public authorities, the regulators is dependent on finding specialists and experts in order to keep up with the increasing workload of overseeing Cayman’s growing
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Premier says pre-JMC meetings off to good start in UK

(CNS): Premier André Ebanks met with Stephen Doughty, Monday, the UK’s Overseas Territories minister at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office as meetings before the Joint Ministerial Council the annual talking shop, got underway. Ebanks said things are off to a good start and this “high-level meeting reaffirmed the UK-Cayman partnership ahead of actual council
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Jewellery store clerk helps cops nab teen robbery suspect

(CNS): A 19-year-old boy from George Town has been charged with Robbery and Possession of an Imitation Firearm with Intent after a daylight robbery on Saturday afternoon at a jewellery store in Fort Street where the young robber was armed with a hammer and what turned out to be a fake gun. But police were
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NCC explains cat-cull following unfounded criticisms

(CNS): Feral cats pose a serious and ongoing threat to Little Cayman’s unique and fragile ecosystem but representatives on the opposition benches were unable to comprehend how important, controlling them is to conservation last week when several of them accused the department of environment of murdering cats. The National Conservation Council has explained that since
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CIG delegations hit the road to UK, India & USA

(CNS): A group of government ministers, backbenchers and civil servants have begun a two week trip that will see Premier André Ebanks lead a delegation in London for the annual Joint Ministerial Council with the UK government, before he takes a smaller group to India for the OECD Global Forum Plenary on Transparency and Exchange
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Anglin: New national health insurance system coming

(CNS): Government will be establishing a bi-partisan committee to discuss how the Cayman Islands can adopt an affordable national health insurance system that is accessible for all residents. With CIG picking up the slack to the tune of tens of millions of dollars every year, due to the the inadequate cover in the private sector,
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Mosquito surge expected after larva levels increase

(CNS): A mosquito emergence is expected to begin today after the Mosquito Research and Control Unit detected a rise in larvae during routine monitoring, especially along the West Bay peninsula. The unit said it has been working hard across the swamps and other isolated areas of Grand Cayman following the increase in larvae levels to
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Coastguard rescues 3 from sinking boat in North Sound

(CNS): The Cayman Island Coast Guard managed to rescue three people from a sinking boat, Friday afternoon, just minutes after a report was made to the Operation Rescue Coordination Center (ORCC). The quick and efficient rescue in the North sound, west of Stingray City-Coral Gardens was all the more important because the small boat had
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Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022.
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Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis.
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Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds.
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Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows.
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These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report.
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Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls.
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Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress.
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Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study.
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How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent.
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'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats.
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Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career.
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The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs.
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Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode."
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They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse.
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Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers.
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The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China.
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Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place.
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Donate now to a Top 10 CNN Hero

Anderson Cooper explains how you can easily donate to any of the 2021 Top 10 CNN Heroes.
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Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour as minimum wage increased

The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.
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Farage's racism denials are dishonest, says ex-classmate

Peter Ettedgui tells the BBC Nigel Farage targeted antisemitic abuse at him when they were teenagers.
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Justice secretary wants jury trials scrapped except in most serious cases

Only cases of alleged murder, rape or manslaughter will be decided by a jury under new proposals to cut court backlogs.
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Starmer says sorry for leading pupils in 6-7 dance

The prime minister performed a version of the viral dance with primary school children, before being told it was not allowed.
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'Premium' cars like BMW and Mercedes cut from Motability scheme

Motability says it will provide vehicles that meet disabled peoples' needs and are safe and affordable.
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High Court refuses garden radar scan for McKay remains

Judge accuses McKay family of "egregious conduct" after a homeowner cited "borderline harassment".
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Man arrested over fly-tipped mountain of waste

A 39-year-old man is arrested after the huge pile of rubbish was found in Oxfordshire.
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Man jailed for murdering teen yards from his home

Eddie Kinuthia, 19, died after being stabbed multiple times near his home in Bristol.
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Boy, 15, arrested as teen critical after shooting

A 15-year-old is being held on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder after Monday's shooting.
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Linehan cleared of harassing trans activist but guilty of damaging phone

Comedy writer Graham Linehan "deliberately whacked" a teenage trans woman's phone out of her hand, a court heard.
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Fireworks suspected inside London warehouse fire

Three schools and a residential block were evacuated, as firefighters continue to tackle the blaze.
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How a 'hero' dog's bark saved her owner's life

A four-year-old golden retriever from County Fermanagh is being honoured as a "CPR hero" in London.
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Are we going to have a white Christmas this year?

Sarah Keith-Lucas explores the chances of getting snow at Christmas this year in the UK.
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Gardeners unearth stolen phones left by snatchers

Volunteers at the Phoenix Garden near Covent Garden are reuniting theft victims with their phones.
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'Gang in balaclavas targeted our combine harvester': Farmers welcome rural crime crackdown

Police launch a new nationwide strategy to crack down on organised crime gangs in the countryside.
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Elderly man 'broken' after losing £35k in online scams

Eddie Rushe, aged 82 from Lurgan, fell victim to three separate scams over 18 months.
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Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton voted BBC Women's Footballer of the Year

Chelsea and England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton is voted BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2025 after a superb 12 months for club and country.
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Palestine Action activist hit police officer with sledgehammer, jury told

The officer could not drive, shower or dress herself after being struck with a sledgehammer.
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Ros Atkins on… MPs examining the BBC memo

After the resignations of Director General and CEO of News, The Culture, Media and Sport committee invited a number of senior BBC figures to be quizzed on what has happened.
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Three-year-old Oliver is 'wonderful' after world-first gene therapy

Toddler Oliver and his dad Ricky join Jon and Sally on the Breakfast sofa, to discuss his progress after his ground-breaking gene therapy.
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Watch the moment Nathan Gill is sentenced

Gill was sentenced to a total of ten-and-a-half years in prison.
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Pope Leo impresses crowd with 'great catch'

Pope Leo XIV held up the Tyrone GAA jersey to great cheers from the crowd.
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'I don't know what the future holds': Burnham refuses to rule out Starmer challenge

Speaking to BBC Breakfast, the mayor of Greater Manchester did not reply when pressed about a possible challenge to Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership.
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Watch: Moment Bridget Jones statue is unveiled in London

Renée Zellweger has called a new statue "adorable," adding: "I think she's much cuter than me."
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BBC at scene of severe flooding after Storm Claudia

A major incident has been declared in Monmouth following severe flooding caused by Storm Claudia.
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Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?

Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
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Too many female abuse victims are locked up, says minister as BBC visits women's prison

As the government seeks to reduce the prison population, the BBC visits HMP Send to meet inmates.
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Five key moments after MPs question top BBC figures

BBC chairman Samir Shah, alongside board members and former advisers, appears before MPs after the resignation of Tim Davie.
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The school with almost 100% attendance - and how they did it

Attendance rates remain significantly lower than in 2019, but one school is bucking the trend.
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Scammers hacked her phone and stole thousands - so how did they get her details?

Sue Shore told the BBC how scammers targeted her - and we found her information had been leaked online.
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