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Cop arrested after violent assault at Grand Harbour

(CNS): An off-duty police woman was arrested in the wake of a violent assault in the car park of Grand Harbour on Friday night. One man is on the run following the incident, and another is in hospital, where he is being treated for multiple stab wounds. Police issued two releases on Saturday, the first
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T&B licence renewals backed up and delayed

(CNS): Local business owners waiting for their Trade and Business Licence (TBL) renewal are experiencing delays in receiving this key document because of an increase in the number of applications, enhanced compliance requirements, additional due diligence and incomplete applications. The Department of Commerce and Investment (DCI) said it has implemented a backlog reduction plan and
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Overstayers given amnesty to leave Cayman

(CNS): Customs and Border Control has announced a month-long amnesty, starting 1 November, giving overstayers the chance to come clean and leave the islands voluntarily without prosecution for that offence. A press release from the CBC said this is a temporary measure designed to encourage voluntary compliance. It provides a clear opportunity for illegal immigrants
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Pirate capers begin this weekend on the Brac

(CNS): Pirates Week 2026, which kicks off this weekend on Cayman Brac, will be serving up a dose of skullduggery under the theme of ‘Spirits, Gold and Glory’. Now in its 49th year, the national festival will celebrate local culture, heritage and community through a diverse programme of events and activities, as well as plenty
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Charges dropped against driver in fatal collision case

(CNS): In Grand Court on Friday, Katherine Lopez (26), from West Bay, was acquitted of causing the death of Tara Bahadur by dangerous driving and DUI after the Crown offered no evidence against her. The 22-year-old man from Nepal was riding his bicycle home from his job as a dishwasher at a restaurant in Camana
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Underfunded HSA still running large deficit

(CNS): The Health Services Authority’s deficit last year was the largest of all the government’s audited statutory authorities, reaching almost $8.7 million, despite $26 million in government funding and about $190 million in other revenue, according to the latest report from Auditor General Patrick Smith. He said this raises “questions about its financial management and
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Myles: 9,000 PR applications in process

(CNS): As the Cayman Islands Government works on reshaping the permanent residency application and approval system, Immigration Minister Michael Myles has revealed there are about 9,000 applications being processed under the current points system. He said the numbers are overwhelming because the pathway to residency has become too easy. Work is underway to increase the
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Public asked to weigh in on Cancer Registry

(CNS): The Ministry of Health, which is continuing with its extensive consultations on policy and legislative programmes, is inviting members of the public to have their say on the proposed National Cancer Registry at a series of district meetings, beginning this week. The consultation on the registry White Paper will take place alongside the HEARTS
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Strong economy, but working families suffer

(CNS): Figures just released by the Economics and Statistics Office, which show solid economic growth during the first quarter of 2026, disguise the realities for ordinary working families in the Cayman Islands dealing with rising bills at home, in the supermarkets and at the pump. The cost-of-living crisis is now a significant problem that the
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Premier refers pre-school purchase to AG

(CNS): Deputy Opposition Leader Kenneth Bryan has called for the governor to intervene in the matter of the acquisition of a private pre-school property in West Bay to see whether or not the premier was “involved in an appropriate manner” in the purchase. However, Premier André Ebanks has issued a statement announcing that he has
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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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Mother told to book appointment to give birth to baby who had died

Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust apologises for care it says "fell short of the standards" expected.
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Hunt for attackers after Halloween party stabbings

Three boys aged 16 and two aged 17 were taken to hospital with serious injuries on Saturday night.
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Parents' concerns to trigger urgent checks in A&E

Concerns from staff, parents, carers or the child themselves will trigger an immediate escalation of care.
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Chris Mason: Home secretary to face scrutiny over changes to rules for legal migrants

At the heart of the debate around legal migration are contested notions of fairness, our political editor writes.
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Train attacker said 'I am the baddest', trial hears

Police responded to fears about Anthony Williams on a train the day before the attack, jurors hear.
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Nowak family say police failed them multiple times

The murdered student's family say they feel "manipulated" and "failed" by Hampshire Police.
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Wizz Air flight from London in emergency landing after bomb threat

A Hungarian fighter jet escorted the aircraft to Budapest after the threat was received mid-air.
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Labour ends power-sharing with Greens in 11 councils over Zionism row

Labour's ruling National Executive Committee sets out where it is cutting ties with the Greens.
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Ryanair says it may freeze workers' pay and raise airfares

The airline says fuel prices may rise by €2bn in 2028 unless there is an end to the US-Israel war with Iran.
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British adventurer Karl Bushby completes 28-year journey

Crowds gathered in Hull city centre to welcome him, before he walked home to to his mother.
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King to address slavery in Antigua as PM says he is open to possible UK apology

King Charles III will deliver a speech to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Tuesday as he concludes his nine-day Caribbean tour.
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Former transport minister used phone while driving

The former Tory government transport minister says he "deeply regrets" his actions.
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Government making up China policy as it goes along, say MPs

A report by the Business, Innovation, Science and Trade Committee said decision-making had been characterised by "inconsistency".
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Man caught in car with £14k of drugs as a lamb ate chips in the back seat avoids jail

Police officers found the animal in the back seat of John McNeil's car on the M74 in Glasgow.
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Reeves says UK's future should be inside the EU

In her first major intervention since leaving the Treasury, Rachel Reeves says Brexit has made the UK "poorer, weaker and less secure".
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Watch: King Charles III caught in torrential downpour at Antigua and Barbuda parade

King Charles III and Queen Camilla were standing in an open-air stadium when the rain came on.
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'I felt ostracised due to cleft lip'

Emily Evans says her cleft lip made her feel "ostracised" growing up,
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The PM says he’s "open" to a UK apology over slavery as the King starts a Caribbean tour.
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Drugs, cash and weapons found in raids as e-bikes 'blight' communities

A senior police officer says e-bikes and associated crimes are "blighting" communities across the UK.
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Don't get caught out by new Buy Now Pay Later rules

New affordability checks mean you could be blocked from using Buy Now Pay Later but here are ways to avoid it.
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Cleft lip filler 'boosts confidence' - but expert warns of exploitation risk

Two women from Wales are among the growing number of people having lip filler after cleft lip and palate surgery.
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Why Scottish football is struggling to produce young talent

Scottish football is wrestling with a growing concern over the number of homegrown players who are making to the top of the game.
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'I could barely stand up straight with menopause after cancer'

Complex menopause has severe, sudden symptoms and happens due to medical interventions.
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Judiciary must listen to ordinary people, says Supreme Court nominee Glenn Joyal

Canada's newest Supreme Court nominee believes that better outreach and communication of the work of the judiciary can restore trust in the institution at a time when judges are under increasing scrutiny.
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Petition signature counting resumes as Alberta separatist group gets partial win at court of appeal

An Alberta separatist group has secured a partial win at the province’s top court after a lower court judge quashed its referendum petition last month.
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Palestinian exhibit at human rights museum 'should be rectified': federal heritage minister

Heritage Minister Marc Miller said Monday the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg has erred in how it curated an exhibit about displaced Palestinians.
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Suspects charged after N.S. couple confronts car thieves to rescue stolen dog

Three people are facing charges following the June 11 incident in Pictou County.
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Apartments can become sweltering in summer. Why heat bylaws could be coming to a city near you

As temperatures and deaths connected to heat keep climbing, more tenants, politicians and climate advocates are calling for cooling rules. During municipal debates — from councils in British Columbia to Newfoundland — the same question keeps coming up: Who should pay for the upgrades?
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Family of teen fatally injured on Quebec ski lift grieves a life that 'shouldn't be over'

Megan Bell died in February, four days after a school field trip to Centre Vorlage in western Quebec. According to police, her clothes got caught in a chairlift. For the first time, her parents are speaking out about that life-changing tragedy, and the questions they have about the emergency response that day.
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Heavy rainfall triggers flood warnings west of Calgary

The province says the Elbow River west of Calgary has risen by two metres and could rise another half-metre in the coming days.
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Murder-suicide leaves 2 boys and their father dead, Ottawa police say

Ottawa police say they are investigating a murder-suicide that has left two children and their father dead.
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'Monster' tornado destroys century-old brick farmhouse in western Manitoba

Severe thunderstorms on Sunday swept through beleaguered western Manitoba — still recovering from storms earlier this month — bringing at least one tornado that a storm chaser called a "monster."
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High heat and humidity forecast for southern Quebec and Ontario

Environment Canada is warning about an extended period of hot and humid weather forecast for southern Quebec and Ontario this week.
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Akwesasne man pleads guilty in smuggling case that left family with 2 toddlers dead

A 31-year-old man pleaded guilty last week for his role in a human smuggling conspiracy that led to the 2023 drowning deaths of a family, including two children under the age of three, in the St. Lawrence River.
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First wildfire evacuees from Fort Simpson, N.W.T., arrive in Yellowknife

Firefighters continue to tackle an out-of-control fire on the outskirts of the Dehcho community, as many of Fort Simpson's 1,300 residents are evacuating to Yellowknife.
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Search underway for convicted killer believed to have escaped from Vancouver Island prison

A search is underway for a convicted killer police describe as "dangerous," who is believed to have escaped from a federal prison on Vancouver Island.
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Montreal Canadiens trade Brendan Gallagher to Canucks

The Vancouver Canucks have acquired forward Brendan Gallagher from the Montreal Canadiens for future considerations.
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Green home retrofit program expands to 4 provinces, renters now eligible

The federal government is expanding a greener homes retrofit program to Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and British Columbia.
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Tom Siddon, cabinet minister during Oka Crisis, dies at 84

Tom Siddon, who served as a cabinet minister under Prime Minister Brian Mulroney during the Oka crisis and later helped to establish Nunavut, has died at 84.
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NBA star Gilgeous-Alexander headlines Canada roster ahead of FIBA Americas qualifiers

Two-time NBA MVP ShaiGilgeous-Alexander was the biggest name added to Canada's roster for the upcoming FIBA Men's Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers.
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Northern Manitoba evacuations continue Sunday as wildfire threat grows

Hundreds of people have been forced out of their homes as wildfires continue to threaten communities in northern Manitoba.
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