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CAL flight cancelled due to mechanical issue

(CNS): Cayman Airways sent a replacement aircraft to New York on Tuesday morning after it was forced to cancel flight KX793 on Monday. The flight was scheduled to depart from JFK at 11:45am, but the aircraft was impacted by a mechanical issue, CAL said in a release. The airline attempted to send a replacement aircraft
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OAG pulls few punches on competence of CIG accountants

(CNS): The latest damning report by the Office of the Auditor General over the state of the Cayman Islands Government’s books makes it very clear that across the public sector, senior accountants and financial officers are failing to reach the standards required of them to produce timely, accurate and accessible annual financial reports. But no
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Suspected stolen modems found in abandoned vehicle

(CNS): Police are asking anyone who may be missing a number of possibly stolen modems to contact them. The RCIPS said that on 9 August, officers recovered 39 SERCOM FG1100R-L/US internet modems from a vehicle that had been involved in a collision. The driver fled the scene but has since been located. However, he could
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NCFC to unveil policy agenda on Wednesday

(CNS): Premier André Ebanks will be delivering the National Coalition for Caymanians’ Strategic Policy Statement (SPS) on Wednesday, unveiling for the first time the government’s agenda for the next three and a half years. It has been almost six months since the coalition, comprising four members of the TCCP, four of the CINP and three
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Celebrity scientists to spread word about saving reefs

(CNS): With coral reefs and marine life in the Cayman Islands now suffering the catastrophic consequences of ocean warming, overfishing, and unchecked coastal development, the Central Caribbean Marine Institute is launching a new outreach campaign featuring two world-renowned ocean advocates and science communicators, which will begin later this month. Award-winning wildlife cameraman Doug Allan OBE
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CIPS partially resumes US mail service with tariff charges

(CNS): The Cayman Islands Postal Service (CIPS) has now resumed Express Mail Service (EMS) to the United States as well as ordinary letter mail, tracked delivery letters, EMS documents, and EMS merchandise. But registered post, small packets, and parcel services remain suspended as the local postal service wrestles with new and unclear rules around tariffs
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Angry landlord and tenant row ends in couple’s arrest

(CNS): A 45-year-old woman and a 54-year-old man were arrested following a violent altercation with their landlord at a residence on Watercourse Road in West Bay in the early hours of Saturday morning. According to police, the man reportedly brandished a machete and made threats to others, and the woman reportedly assaulted another person with
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Bank invests in SS red mangrove restoration effort

(CNS): RF Bank & Trust (Cayman) and Sustainable Cayman have joined forces in an effort to restore red mangrove habitats along Grand Cayman’s South Sound Boardwalk. In recent decades, hundreds of acres of mangrove habitat across Grand Cayman have been bulldozed, leaving the island vulnerable to storm surge, flooding and significant coastal erosion. Although very
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Three arrested over drugs following raids on Brac

(CNS): The RCIPS conducted “a high-visibility day of action, targeting drug activity and anti-social behaviour” on Friday, 3 October, resulting in three people being arrested for various drug-related offences. District police officers were joined by operational support units from Grand Cayman and Customs and Border Control. Police gave few details of those arrests or the
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Climate change threats fuel mental health symptoms

(CNS): As the Cayman Islands joined the wider world in marking World Mental Health Day on 10 October, local health officials highlighted the negative impact of climate change on mental health. The global theme this year was “Access to Services — Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies”, which includes public health crises such as the
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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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Government under pressure to release China spy case evidence

Both the Tories and Liberal Democrats are calling on the government to publish evidence it submitted in the now-collapsed case.
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Migrants will need A-level standard English to work in UK

The tougher rules will come in force in January as part of wider plans to cut immigration.
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UK will be second-fastest-growing G7 economy, IMF predicts

But the UK is also predicted to suffer the highest rate of inflation in the G7 both this year and next.
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Boris Johnson 'chose NHS over children', ex-minister tells Covid inquiry

The former education secretary tells the Covid inquiry there was a "lack of seriousness" in government.
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Asylum seeker laughed after killing woman, jury told

The jury in the trial of Deng Majek is shown CCTV and told he carried out a "vicious and frenzied attack".
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Tommy Robinson police stop unlawful, court hears

The far-right activist was charged under the Terrorism Act over an incident at the Channel Tunnel in July 2024.
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State power 'turned on Stephen Lawrence's family', inquiry hears

The undercover policing inquiry heard the Met began surveillance of the Lawrences after their son's murder.
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Man jailed for five years for Farage death threat

The Reform UK leader has described the threats made in a TikTok video as "pretty chilling".
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Synagogue attack police bullet victim discharged

Yoni Findlay, hit by a police bullet as officers responded to the attack, is released from hospital.
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'Hugely loved' EastEnders star dies aged 88

Tony Caunter, who played Roy Evans in the BBC soap, died in Eastbourne on Monday, his family says.
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Ex-referee David Coote admits child image offence

David Coote was charged on 12 August following an investigation by Nottinghamshire Police.
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Cyber attack contingency plans should be put on paper, firms told

Prepare to switch to offline systems in the event of a cyber-attack, firms are being advised.
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Tens of thousands of homes insulated under government schemes need repairs

Insulation programmes costing billions of pounds have led to widespread problems with damp and mould.
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Wage growth slows slightly over summer

Annual growth in employees' average earnings was 4.7% in the three months to August.
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Targeted prostate cancer screening could save countless lives, says Sunak

The former PM is among those in favour of targeted screening for men most at risk, but some medical experts are sceptical.
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Trial date set for two charged with Watkins murder

Two men are accused of murdering former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins at HMP Wakefield.
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New legislation on Troubles legacy deal introduced in Westminster

The deal was agreed last month but received a mixed reaction from political parties, victims’ groups and veterans.
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Vodafone says outage affecting thousands of customers resolved

Vodafone said its Monday outage, which knocked broadband and mobile data users offline for several hours, was caused by a "non-malicious software issue".
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Brookside one-off special return date revealed

Familiar faces from Brookside will return to the small screen for a one-off special episode.
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Would-be drivers to be encouraged to donate blood

Driving licence applicants will get an email prompt encouraging them to become regular donors amid low NHS blood stocks.
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Undercover officer played role in Stephen Lawrence inquiry clashes

There may be evidence of racism in how a police team targeted black justice campaigners, an inquiry hears.
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Spending cuts in Wales loom if Drakeford budget falls in Senedd

Public services could face big cuts if Mark Drakeford cannot get other parties to back his budget.
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Tories seek to keep up pressure over collapsed China spy case

The Tories have asked the CPS if it would be able to restart prosecutions of two men accused of spying.
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Tommy Robinson refused to give phone Pin to protect 'journalistic material'

The far-right activist was charged under the Terrorism Act over an incident at the Channel Tunnel in July 2024.
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