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Bryan makes appeal for Scranton Park project

(CNS): When parliament meets on 25 June, Deputy Opposition Leader Kenneth Bryan plans to ask the new government several questions, including whether or not it plans to cut any of the capital projects that were started under the last administration, in particular, the Scranton Central Park, which he spearheaded. Bryan wants to know if and
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Latest rain spawns ‘aggressive’ mosquito

(CNS): As the Mosquito Research and Control Unit continues to respond to the surge in mosquito numbers, it is warning residents that the species emerging in the greatest numbers at the moment is the Aedes taeniorhynchus (the black saltmarsh mosquito). This pest is known for its aggressive biting, especially just before sunrise and just after
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Caybrew creates unique beer for Cayman Airways

(CNS): Caybrew and Cayman Airways have teamed up to serve an exclusive beer, Sir Turtle’s Sky Brew, aboard the airline’s international jet flights. CAL said the new brew blends Caymanian pride, craftsmanship and innovation as part of the airline’s effort to promote local partnerships to offer an authentic Caymanian flying experience. In recent months, leadership
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Police station arsonist ‘escapes’ jail time

(CNS): Justice Emma Peters said that Dave Richard Ebanks committed a very serious offence when he set the North Side police station on fire in July 2023. But after handing him a 14-month sentence last month, the judge suspended that jail time for two years due to a number of mitigating factors. Ebanks had set
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Coastguard formally ends efforts to find reporter

(CNS): The Cayman Islands Coast Guard has ended the active search at sea for local TV reporter Andrel Harris, who was reported missing on Wednesday, 4 June. Officials said that, in line with the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue manual, “the suspension of activity indicates that all reasonable search areas have been thoroughly
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Observers highlight 13 changes to improve elections

(CNS): The immediate need for a new Electoral Boundary Commission, closing the polls at 3:00pm on Election Day and tackling campaign finance are just some of the recommendations made by the domestic observer mission for the April 2025 General Election. The local observers have published their final report, noting more than a dozen changes they
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Premier heads to Paris for FATF meeting

� (CNS): Premier André Ebanks, who is also the financial services minister, is making his first overseas trip as the country’s leader this week, leading a delegation to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)� Plenary in France� today and tomorrow (12-13 June), according to a press release from the Ministry of Financial Services and Commerce. Representatives from the
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CIGC officially takes over recovery of Harris

(CNS): The Cayman Islands Coast Guard resumed the recovery operation for Andrel Harris at sea Wednesday morning, focusing on the area between Pedro and Spotts Dock. Despite challenging conditions, including strong currents, no items of interest were recovered. As of midday yesterday, responsibility for the operation was transitioned from the RCIPS to the CICG. However,
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CSU sticks with 17 storms prediction for 2025

(CNS): Colorado State University’s hurricane experts are sticking with their earlier forecast for the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season in their June review, calling for above-average storm activity given the temperatures in the Atlantic and Caribbean Sea. The researchers predict that there will be seventeen named storms and nine hurricanes, and are cautioning coastal residents to
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Robber mugs women and steals scooter in crime spree

(CNS): Police are appealing for help to find a man who mugged two women on the streets of George Town and stole a scooter parked outside a restaurant on Tuesday night. The man, who was wearing a high-visibility, long-sleeved green top, dark pants and a dark mask, approached the women as they got out of
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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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PM announces national inquiry into grooming gangs

Sir Keir Starmer said he had accepted the recommendations of an audit into the nature and scale of the abuse.
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UK sending more RAF jets to Middle East

Sir Keir Starmer said aircraft are being deployed amid intense fighting between Israel and Iran.
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Sainsburys and Morrisons told to stop tobacco ads

The government has written to the supermarkets to say the adverts are banned by a law passed in 2002.
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King and Queen cheered by crowds at Trooping the Colour

Amongst the pomp and pageantry there was a moment of silence in tribute to the Air India crash victims.
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My dad gave me a kidney - now I can have my dream wedding

Kieran Innes was worried he would have to curtail his future plans when his kidneys failed.
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Anti-racism rally in Belfast after days of violence

The protest follows days of violence which police say is being led by "bigots and racists".
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Skydivers killed in 'tragic accident' at airfield

Two people are pronounced dead at the scene at Dunkeswell Aerodrome.
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Gary Oldman and Strictly hosts join Beckham in honours

Teenage world darts champion Luke Littler, Love Island’s Georgia Harrison and singer Elaine Paige are also recognised by the King.
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Man arrested over shooting of Scots in Spanish bar

Eddie Lyons Jr and Ross Monaghan were shot dead at a bar in Fuengirola in the Costa Del Sol last month.
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Final Grenfell anniversary before tower comes down

Bereaved families and survivors say want to "see justice" before work begins to take down the tower.
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Thousands turn out for firefighter's funeral procession

Jennie Logan, 30, died alongside a colleague and a member of the public in the Bicester Motion fire.
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Facial recognition error sees woman accused of theft

An apparent mix-up with the technology led to Danielle Horan being wrongly accused of shoplifting.
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Gull sips man's coffee before stealing his mug

Darren Pardoe was installing anti-bird spikes in a Cornish town before the encounter.
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Footballer who played on with stage four cancer dies

Charlie Watson, 20, continued playing for his club Threave Rovers despite his diagnosis.
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Edinburgh bakery so busy it has had to hire a 'bouncer'

Lannan Bakery, in Stockbridge, has become an internet sensation and has a constant queue outside its shop.
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Grooming gang guilty of raping and abusing girls

Seven men are convicted of sex offences against two girls in Rochdale between 2001 and 2006.
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Two men jailed for £4.8m gold toilet heist

Five thieves were seen on CCTV stealing the fully functional toilet from Blenheim Palace in 2019.
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Starmer urges Netanyahu to use diplomacy in Iran

The PM urges restraint following Israeli strikes targeting nuclear and military sites in Iran.
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World-first blood cancer therapy to be given on NHS

It sneaks toxic drugs inside cancer cells to hit them hard while minimising side-effects.
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MPs bar doctors from raising assisted dying with children

The Terminally Ill Adults Bill returns to the House of Commons for further scrutiny.
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'We are waiting for apology over daughter's death'

The parents of Lila Marsland, five, say they are still waiting for a direct apology from the hospital.
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Schools to create single-sex toilets after gender row

At least 18 schools are making changes after a court ruling on the provision of gender-neutral bathroom facilities.
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Watch: Trooping the Colour highlights on King Charles' official birthday

King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by members of the Royal Family as they waved to cheering crowds.
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Violence continues in Northern Ireland for third night

BBC Correspondent Phil Mackie reports from Ballymena, Northern Ireland following the country's third night of disorder.
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Boy George: Bowie's Lewisham gig a 'big turning point'

The documentary Boy George & Culture Club had its world premiere this week in New York.
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The Papers: 'Best of Britain' and the country on a 'war footing'

The Trooping of the Colour captures the attention of the newspapers this Sunday.
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Paternity leave: How much time off work do new dads get across Europe?

Most dads in the UK get two weeks off work after their baby is born, but dads in many European countries get more.
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I quit TikTok to avoid eating disorder relapse

Eve Jones, who had anorexia, says banning "skinnytok" only scratches the surface of a larger issue.
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Can the Beckham brand survive reports of family feud?

A PR expert says coverage has begun to affect the family's public image, with it taking a more soap-opera-like tone.
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The families paying £1,500 for 'private bobbies' to police their homes

Security officers from private firms are being paid to patrol some UK neighbourhoods in an effort to deter to burglars - but how much can they really do?
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Man dies and girl, eight, hurt in Perth flat fire

About 40 residents have been evacuated and several casualties passed to the ambulance service.
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Wales 'confident' of hosting Euro 2028 opening ceremony

A Senedd meeting reveals Cardiff is expected host the Euro 2028 opening ceremony and six matches.
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Unionist Irish language fears can be addressed - former Welsh first minister

The former Welsh first minister's comments come amid disputes at Stormont over the Irish language.
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'I do press ups every day so I can care for my son'

A mum in Monmouth describes her fears about managing her severely disabled son's care needs.
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Sex assault trial reforms followed Ghomeshi case. Some experts worry Hockey Canada trial could spark more

Following public outcry over Jian Ghomeshi's 2016 trial, some legal� scholars lauded Criminal Code changes that prevent the defence from� surprising complainants at trial with� past emails or texts with the defendant. Some defence lawyers worry more 'reactive lawmaking' could follow the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial.
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Protesters hold 'people's forum' in Calgary ahead of G7, prepare for Sunday march

On the final day before G7 leaders gather in Kananaskis, Alta., a wide range of activists and community groups converged in downtown Calgary to hold a "people's forum" aimed at challenging the priorities of the summit.
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He thought he was calling Air Canada. The airline says it wasn't them

A Stellarton, N.S., man says he was baffled when he was told his $2,000 non-refundable ticket to Texas was cancelled.
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WestJet dealing with 'cybersecurity incident' impacting access to internal systems, app

WestJet� is alerting its employees and the public about� a "cybersecurity incident" involving the Calgary-based airline's� internal systems and app.
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Rare spirit bear cub living near B.C. highway stirs excitement, concern, as word of its existence spreads

While many locals are thrilled to see the cub with its family, some worry too much attention will lead to it being killed.
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Bankrupt 23andMe is trying to sell Canadians' genetic information. Here's what you can do

If you’ve ever sent a spit sample to 23andMe, your genetic information is officially up for sale.�
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After 8 weeks, Hockey Canada sex assault trial ends and fates of accused ex-players rest with judge

The judge-alone sexual assault trial of five former Canadian world juniors hockey players ended today in London, Ont. Justice Maria Carroccia is set to deliver her decisions on July 24.
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His dog suffocated in a chip bag, and he wants to prevent other pet deaths

Chip bags and other food packaging can be lethal for dogs, Nova Scotian man warns.
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More than 10,000 Sask. evacuees allowed to return home, some feeling 'alone and ignored'

As thousands of wildfire evacuees from parts of northern Saskatchewan start to return home, others are still scattered across multiple provinces, struggling to access aid and waiting for answers.
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Two female grizzlies killed by trains in Banff National Park

The death of two female grizzly bears on the railway line in Banff National Park is a significant blow to the population, according to Parks Canada ecologist.
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Halifax couple desperately trying to adopt 3 children from Lebanon against a ticking clock

Victoria Joumaa says she has spent five years trying to adopt her three biological cousins and bring them from Lebanon to Canada. Now time is running out: two of the children will be forced to leave their orphanage at the end of June.
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Family rushes to India to formally identify Regina father killed in Air India crash

The family of a Saskatchewan man says he died in the crash of an Air India plane� bound for London on Thursday.
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Rifles issued to Canadian Rangers in the Arctic need replacements, don't work in the cold

Rifles issued to the Canadian Rangers in the Arctic� don't work properly in the cold — and it's going to cost millions to fix.�
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CN Rail warns of 'catastrophic impacts' as it seeks anti-flood barrier in Jasper park

CN Rail warns flooding could have "catastrophic impacts" on cross-country services in legal action it has filed to force Parks Canada to consider a protective barrier for its main line through Jasper National Park.
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'I'm the hunted': Summer McIntosh's record-breaking week puts competitors on notice ahead of worlds

Summer McIntosh is not only a Canadian superstar, she's now a global powerhouse. The eyes of the swimming world were entirely fixated on her each time the 18-year-old took to the water this week at the Canadian trials.
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First Nation leaders, advocates rally in Thunder Bay, Ont., to demand Bill 5's repeal

The backlash against Bill 5 hasn’t died down, despite the provincial legislation being passed at Queen’s Park last week. The bill aims to accelerate development — namely mining — as a way of strengthening Ontario's economy amid the U.S. trade war. Here's what participants of a rally in Thunder Bay, Ont., shared about why they want the bill repealed.
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