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Issue No. 1141 Thursday, 20 July 2006

'Revolution' without Rollover

If Government fails to keep the seven-year rollover policy the Cayman Islands may be heading down the path of revolution, said a former candidate of the West Bay Alliance.  While a human rights activist believes keeping the term limit could see a class action lawsuit or the UK stepping in to change the rules.  Both Mario Ebanks and Gordon Barlow were guests on Radio Cayman's Talk Today... read more..


Nicholas begins his renewed life with a new kidney

It has been two months since 18 year-old Nicholas Powery received a kidney transplant from his sister after being diagnosed with end stage renal failure. He arrived back in Grand Cayman about two weeks ago and he is already feeling back to normal. But his doctors are still telling him to take it easy on highly physical activities for up to six months as this is considered a crucial healing time... read more..


Cayman too complacent over environment says Red Cross

Amid pressure on economists from scientists in the UK to take climate change seriously, the Cayman Islands Red Cross (CIRC) is sending out a similar message to the local community.  The International Society called on economists to turn up the heat in the battle to reduce greenhouse gases, saying there was "compelling evidence" backing the scientific case for man-made climate change... read more..


Renewable energy idea in hands of local utility firms

In the face of ever rising oil cost the Government has been looking at alternative sources of energy, but for the Cayman Islands to adopt a new source of energy it will be down to the local utility firms to make the investment.  During a recent trip to the United States, government officials and delegates from the private sector took the opportunity to take a closer look at technology... read more..


Forged Travellers cheques

The Financial Crimes Unit of the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service, (RCIPS) is warning residents of a new financial scam they are currently investigating where people have come into possession of or attempted to cash forged travellers cheques.  The scam involves cheques being sent to recipients from aboard... read more..


Person of the Day - Isaac Watson

Working as a warehouse foreman for Edie's Decor in George Town, suits Isaac Watson.  "I like arranging things, and putting things in order," he said. "When the container comes in, I have to unload it and find out where to put all the stuff. Tile grout, tiles, carpet, wood flooring, vinyl tiles; I have to find a space for all of it," he added.  "When I finish work, and go home, I like to cook... read more..


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