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Tourism ‘ideas’ grants given out to 14 applicants

(CNS): A scheme to hand out as much as $50,000 to people who came up with new innovative tourism attractions or businesses has seen 14 of the more than 100 applicants receive a government grant to turn their ideas into a reality. The tourism ministry issued an invitation to the public last September, and a
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Cayman’s biggest problem: Mount Trashmore

Beaumont Zodecloun writes: Dart should not have been the ‘selected bidder’ [for the waste-to-energy project] because Dart et al. have no experience with WTE or any facet of the problem. Here is my armchair analysis of the situation: 1. WTE works when the recyclables have been separated and the remaining waste has been sorted. What
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Crown: Killer ate porridge just before fatal shooting

(CNS): George Orlando Senior (35) fortified himself with a bowl of porridge for breakfast, which he had picked up at McDonald’s, shortly before he shot and killed Divonte Alejandro Hernandez (25) outside Liquor 4 Less on Sound Way, George Town, on the morning of 29 September 2023. Barnaby Jameson KC, who is prosecuting the charge
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Bodden misses chance to score against minister’s legacy

(CNS): At the Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum for Bodden Town East on Friday, Robert Bodden (TCCP) failed to seize the opportunity to remind voters of the incumbent’s poor legacy in office as a minister and the representative for Bodden Town East over the last two terms. Dwayne Seymour bragged that he’d been a minister
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Public to pick up $17.7M tab for failed ReGen deal

(CNS): The Cayman Islands Government (CIG) has said the negotiation period for the exit agreement on the ReGen deal with the Dart Consortium expired on Friday “with several residual issues remaining unresolved”. The first of what could be more costly bills amounts to about $17.7 million, which the public purse will be paying to the
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Woman arrested for murder after man killed with block

(CNS): Police are investigating a murder after Lincoln Silburn (63) from George Town was found dead at around 4:20am on Sunday. Silburn’s body was discovered by police officers who attended the scene behind Uncle Clem’s grocery store on Mary Street. The RCIPS has not released any details about how Silburn was murdered, but according to
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Man arrested at bar for having flare gun and ganja

(CNS): A 31-year-old man from West Bay was arrested outside a bar in Trafalgar Place on Thursday evening for the possession of a flare gun after the police responded to a report of a disturbance at the location at around 7:30pm. The RCIPS did not say whether the man was arrested at the Jungle Room
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Drunk drivers arrested as crashes reach another peak

(CNS) UPDATED WITH RCIPS CORRECTION: A 21-year-old man was arrested for DUI after a single-vehicle collision on the West Bay Road close to Snooze Lane just before 2:00am this morning. When the police arrived at the scene of the crash, they found a man lying in the road with head injuries who police have now
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Dredging has decimated regional coral reefs, says expert

(CNS): Renowned regional marine scientist Dr Tom Goreau� has revealed the extent of the damage to marine environments all around the Carribean resulting from dredging for cruise berthing facilities and marinas or large ships stirring up sediment as they pull into docks. Speaking at the CPR rally on Tuesday, he said the massive amount of port
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Machete wielding robbery suspect charged and bailed

(CNS): Police have charged a 33-year-old George Town man in connection with a robbery that took place at a George Town convenience store on Mary Street earlier this month. Officers apprehended the suspect on Friday, ten days after the robbery in which a masked man wielding a machete burst into the store, demanded money and
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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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Heathrow substation fire not suspicious, police say

Police say they do not consider the incident a "potentially criminal matter" following a brief investigation.
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No risk to UK lives from US security breach, says minister

Luke Pollard says UK operational security remains "intact" after plans for a strike in Yemen were accidentally leaked.
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Joey Barton guilty of kicking wife in the head

The former footballer attacked Georgia Barton in a drunken argument at their London home in 2021.
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Body of newborn baby found in bag at London church

Officers were called at 12:46 GMT on Tuesday to All Saints Church in Notting Hill.
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Assisted dying law could take four years to implement

A proposed change to the assisted dying bill could push back the introduction of the law by two years.
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Working class don't want handouts, says Rayner

The deputy PM defends plans for £5bn of benefit cuts, saying people need support to get back into work.
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Paddington vandals 'antithesis' of bear, says judge

Two RAF engineers damaged the statue of the "beloved cultural icon" on a boozy night out.
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Oasis sale 'may have misled fans' says watchdog

CMA concerned that Ticketmaster may have breached consumer protection law for Oasis reunion tour.
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Laurence Fox charged over Narinder Kaur upskirting image

Actor will face court in April after sharing an intimate image of the broadcaster on social media.
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Asylum seeker hotel contract to be scrapped due to failures

Home Office audit finds "concerns" with provider Stay Belvedere Hotels, which provides places in 51 hotels in England and Wales.
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Credible harassment claims against MP Lowe, report finds

The Great Yarmouth MP denies the allegations and claims his suspension from Reform UK was politically motivated.
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Rogue surgeon's crimes may be 'tip of the iceberg'

An inquest into Paterson's patients' deaths continues, but relatives fear stories won't be heard.
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Woman died of gunshot chest wound - inquest

Joanne Penney died after being shot at Green Park in Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf, on 9 March.
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'Sadistic' online gangs of teen boys targeting children, says crime agency

The agency is concerned about the "egregious harms and the growing caseload we are seeing from this threat".
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Doctors and charities call for gonorrhoea vaccine roll-out

The JCVI recommended the use of the MenB vaccine in November 2023 but has not been used in NHS clinics
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Strange spiral seen in the sky - BBC explains what it was

On Monday, stargazers may have noticed an unusual sight in the sky above the UK.
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'Just brutal' - Owner speaks of trauma after alpacas shot dead

The owner of the Alpacas Dawn French told BBC Breakfast she has no thoughts on who could have done it.
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What are Rachel Reeves's borrowing rules?

What are Rachel Reeves's rules for the economy?
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'No comment': Heathrow boss asked if he should stay in job

Today programme presenter Emma Barnett asks Thomas Woldbye if people should be fired after Friday's disruption.
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How an iPad dug up from the Thames solved museum thieves' murder plot

Police were able to use the iPad as key evidence in a trial of three men who plotted to murder a cage fighter.
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The 30-year quest to catch a national records thief

One academic's mission to discover who stole 200 items from Scotland's national archives.
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Chris Mason: Chancellor says the world has changed - but what are her options?

BBC political editor Chis Mason examines the fiscal dilemmas facing the government over spending and growth.
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How Robbie Williams became a 'therapist' to indie band Lottery Winners

Robbie asked the group to join his stadium tour, after he discovered their music on BBC Radio 2.
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Teaching was too stressful so I left to become a lorry driver

Stuart Youens changed careers two years ago and says he's a lot happier in his new job.
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Boy, 14, admits killing gang rival in row over £50

The then 13-year-old fatally stabbed Kory McCrimmon, 16, during a confrontation in Glasgow's east end last May.
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Three admit having document connected to detective's shooting

Det Ch Insp John Caldwell was seriously injured when he was shot by dissident republicans.
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School holidays could vary across Wales as councils can't agree

The Welsh government is proposing standardising the dates, and has opened a consultation until 25 May.
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Lower Thames Crossing approved by government

The 14-mile (22.5km) road will link the A2 and M2 in Kent with the A13 and M25 in Essex.
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3 heli-skiers killed in southeastern B.C. avalanche, RCMP say

The Kaslo RCMP says the three heli-skiers were part of a group that was swept away into the tree line on Monday.
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Married 41 years? and racked with pain, ?N.B. couple said goodbye together using MAID

Lee Goguen says her parents' decision to receive medical assistance in dying at Saint John Regional Hospital gave the couple, who were both suffering from cancer, a merciful and peaceful death.
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Family of Indigenous B.C. youth who died in care say they believe she froze to death

Family members of Chantelle Williams, 18, who died after being found unresponsive outside on a freezing morning this past January, say they want answers from those responsible for her well-being.
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Those wild Canada goose-bald eagle fight photos continue to give chills — as an ice sculpture

While in Alaska, a Toronto artist used now iconic photos of a Canada goose fighting off a bald eagle to inspire her newest ice sculpture, partnering with an American colleague to complete the piece.
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Early morning explosion at Regina's Co-op Refinery rocks homes, rattles nerves

A refinery spokesperson says all personnel were accounted for and two employees were assessed for minor injuries.
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Why the Canadian government has been in a years-long legal battle against a U.S. cherry farmer

There has been� a major twist in a years-long legal battle that has pitted the Canadian government against� a U.S. cherry farmer.
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Where the main federal party leaders are heading on Day 3 of the campaign

Federal party leaders are back on the bus on the third day of the election campaign.
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From Josh Ross to the DNC, country music is officially back. Here's why

Josh Ross's Juno nominations� could be a sign that Canadian country music is gearing up to� once again dominate the awards. This year, multiple country acts� have made inroads in Juno categories� —� highlighting the growing popularity of country music in Canada, and the� genre's resurgence in pop culture in general.
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Danielle Smith's U.S. media remarks stoke reaction as party leaders hit campaign trail

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s recent comments to right-wing U.S. media outlet Breitbart quickly drew reaction from party leaders seeking to position themselves as the best option to manage a contentious relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Why Saint John is the most tariff-vulnerable city in Canada

With 96 per cent of its exports going South of the border, Saint John has been named Canada’s most tariff-vulnerable city. CBC’s Kayla Hounsell breaks down why the New Brunswick port town is so high risk and how it’s looking for solutions.
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Nurse 'strangled unconscious' by patient at Vancouver General Hospital, union says

A nurse is recovering from her injuries after being attacked at Vancouver General Hospital on March 13, in what the nurses' union calls the latest example of violence against nurses in the workplace.
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'It still stings': Canada Basketball using Olympic letdown as fuel for Los Angeles, says CEO

Paris was supposed to be a renaissance for Canadian basketball, featuring three teams all with legitimate medal hopes. Instead, it was the embodiment of an old saying:� the higher the climb, the harder the fall.
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Sask. walks back ban on American-branded beer made in Canada

The Government of Saskatchewan said it is resuming the sale and distribution of 54 Canadian-made, American-branded alcohols.
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Manitoba premier apologizes, discloses charter trip to Grey Cup to ethics commissioner

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew went to the ethics commissioner Monday to disclose that twice he took a Winnipeg Blue Bomber charter to the Grey Cup following a CBC story that looked at whether that trip violated the province’s conflict of interest laws.
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Border-straddling library raises $140K for renovations after U.S. limits Canadian access

The Haskell Free Library and Opera House raised over $136,000 to help with the construction of a new main entrance for Canadians after the U.S. government announced it is limiting access to the main entrance located steps into Derby Line, Vt.
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