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Containment battle underway after bird flu found in GC

(CNS): Government officials have confirmed that H5 avian flu has been detected in animals on a farm in Grand Cayman, and immediate coordinated action is being taken to address the situation.� In a press release, officials from the agriculture and health ministries said all relevant government agencies are urgently working with stakeholders to implement containment
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Man remanded over threats made at Brac food truck

(CNS): A 40-year-old man from Cayman Brac has been remanded in custody after he was charged with possession of an imitation firearm, threats to kill, causing fear or provocation of violence, and harassment, alarm and distress. The man was allegedly involved in a threatening situation in which he brandished a gun at a member of
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Botanic Park gets $53k grant to propagate native plants

(CNS): The Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park has secured a Darwin Plus Local Grant to propagate native plants under the UK Biodiversity Challenge Fund, which helps to improve biodiversity conservation and climate change resilience within the UK Overseas Territories. The project started last month, with seed collection and propagation already taking place. The park nursery’s
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Travellers to Jamaica warned of leptospirosis outbreak

(CNS): In the wake of Hurricane Melissa, a devastating Category 5 storm that hit Jamaica on 28 October, the island nation is dealing with a host of issues, including an outbreak of leptospirosis, caused by the extensive flooding.� On Friday, the Jamaican health ministry confirmed that 14 people, all male, have died of leptospirosis, a bacterial
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Truck and police car crash on West Bay Road

(CNS): A police service vehicle, which was conducting a training exercise with lights and sirens activated on the West Bay Road on Wednesday afternoon, collided with a Chevrolet Colorado near Lawrence Boulevard. The crash happened at around 12:25pm. Both vehicles received minor damage, but no injuries were reported. However, both drivers were breath-tested with negative
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Man convicted of stabbing friend who withdrew allegation

(CNS): Francis Alexander Campbell (36) has been convicted of grievous bodily harm with intent for stabbing his close friend and former cellmate, Kurtney Johnson (48). Although Johnson had withdrawn the accusation, he was forced to testify in court. He was taken to hospital by a neighbour on 16 April 2023 with a stab wound to
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Police on hunt for local man who jumped bail

(CNS): The RCIPS is appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Derrick Osney Bush (36), a resident of West Bay, who is also known as Bushy. Bush is about 5’8″, of light brown complexion, with short dark hair and brown eyes. He is wanted for failing to appear in court after being
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New planes for MRCU as mozzie battle intensifies

(CNS): The Cayman Islands Government is investing $1.8 million in new planes for the Mosquito Research and Control Unit, which is battling another surge in mosquitoes. The MRCU has begun larviciding operations with its one working plane to tackle the anticipated emergence of a new generation of biting insects. The department is waiting for a
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Value of imports grow as prices continue to climb

(CNS): The total value of merchandise imports into the Cayman Islands increased during the second quarter of this year by over 10% when compared to the same three months of 2024. According to a new report from the Economics and Statistics Office, goods worth $434.4 million were imported between April and the end of June
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Police arrest suspected crack dealers on the Brac

(CNS): Two unnamed men, aged 42 and 43, were arrested last week by police on Cayman Brac during two days of action, which was supported by CBC officers and police from Grand Cayman, who were drafted in to help with the high visibility. The men, said to be “persons of interest”, were stopped and searched
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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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Planes grounded after Airbus discovers solar radiation could impact systems

The issue is thought to affect 6,000 planes, which will need to undergo an urgent software update or have computers replaced.
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Government to ban asylum seekers from using taxis

The ban is set to come in February and any exemptions will have to be signed off by the Home Office.
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Prostate cancer screening should not be offered to most UK men, say experts

It recommends that only men with a confirmed genetic risk of prostate cancer should be screened for the disease.
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France to intercept small boats after pressure from UK

The change in policy comes after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer wrote to President Emmanuel Macron.
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Homes of residents caught in dispute catch fire on same day

Residents had appeared in a BBC Panorama programme and were in dispute with a holiday park company.
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State pensioners with no other income will not pay tax

The chancellor says those who only receive the state pension won't have to pay income tax before 2030.
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No 10 denies Reeves misled public in run-up to Budget

The Conservatives say she was overly gloomy about the public finances as a "smokescreen" to raise tax.
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'Going viral doesn't mean you're earning millions'

Women in business can't complain about how little they make for fear of looking greedy, an academic says.
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'Strangers sent me 140 selfies with my friend's dog'

Michiel Holemans put up anonymous posters of Aggie around Nottingham city centre.
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Home Office delays plan to house asylum seekers at military bases

About 540 men were due to be sent to Crowborough army training camp and 300 men to Cameron Barracks in Inverness.
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'Predatory' head teacher struck off after exposing himself in school

James 'Jamie' Richards left several staff traumatised and was described as "predatory" by a panel.
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Search for British man who fell from cruise ship off Tenerife coast

The Spanish coastguard has been coordinating search and rescue efforts since Thursday morning.
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Badenoch doesn't rule out Tory-Reform deal in Wales

Polls ahead of next year's Senedd election suggest Reform and Plaid Cymru are competing to be the largest party.
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Weather warnings issued ahead of weekend heavy rain and wintry showers

Colder weather is due to return over the weekend with warnings for heavy rain with the possibility of snow in some areas as Simon King explains.
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Man jailed over murder 'for box of cornflakes'

John Mackey, 87, was punched and stamped on after going shopping for groceries in north London.
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Black Friday: Buy loo roll and keep the receipt to get a good deal

Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting value for money.
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Our son called us injured from the Liverpool parade, it was the most traumatic time of our lives

A father speaks of the moment his son called him to say he had been hit by driver Paul Doyle's car.
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Minister defends 'pragmatic' U-turn on unfair dismissal manifesto pledge

Bridget Phillipson told the BBC the climbdown would enable wider benefits to be delivered quickly.
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Singer Olivia Dean wins refunds for fans after criticising Ticketmaster

The pop star took action after tickets for her US tour were resold for 14 times their original cost.
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Women 'traumatised' by breast cancer treatment at NHS trust

More than 200 patients suffered harm, including unnecessary mastectomies, the BBC has been told.
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Schools told to continue providing RE based on 'holy scriptures'

Paul Givan's letter follows a court judgement that the Christian focused RE taught in Northern Ireland was unlawful.
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Man who died after half marathon finish line collapse honoured

The family of Kory Russell have described him as the "best son and brother anyone could ask for".
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Midwife on life-support after dream holiday horror

Alison is fighting for her life on a ventilator after getting sepsis on her 60th birthday holiday.
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Campaigners trying to save home of Auld Lang Syne

Ellisland Farm near Dumfries is where Robert Burns wrote the work regularly sung on New Year's Eve.
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Watch: 'Mind-blowing' - BBC correspondents react as OBR releases Budget details early

In the lead up to the Chancellor delivering her Budget, the Office for Budget Responsibility published their report early in error.
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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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How did Piccadilly change the UK radio landscape?

Broadcasters gather to remember what life was like at Manchester's first independent radio station.
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No, your favourite influencer hasn't got a dozen dachshund dogs. It's just AI

There’s a new social media trend taking over - influencers are using AI to add animals to their photos.
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The Papers: 'Reeves on brink' and 'Chancer of the Exchequer'

The fallout over the Budget continues to dominate the front pages of Saturday's papers.
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We searched for a true Christmas market - and may have found one

We visited festive markets in the UK and Germany to check which come closest to the real deal.
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Parents threatened and blamed by authorities as 1,000 adopted children returned to care

Families seeking help for their children’s complex needs describe threats of police action against them.
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'I shouldn't have felt guilty for my miscarriages'

A study by Queen's University Belfast (QUB) found women frequently reported feelings of isolation and guilt following miscarriage.
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We met on TV's Blind Date - we're still married after 34 years

Sue and Alex Tatham became the first couple who met on Blind Date to get married. They reflect on a life together 40 years after the show first broadcast.
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At 15 my best friend promised she'd have my baby. Now I'm a mum

Georgia and Daisy's childhood closeness later become the foundation for a life-changing act of generosity.
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