Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 29, 2026 — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis will honour the life and service of former Deputy Prime Minister, the late Honourable Hugh C. Heyliger, with an Official Funeral, recognizing his decades of distinguished contributions to public service and national development. An Official Funeral is a state-assisted ceremonial observance […]
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Bermuda: Government warns of cybersecurity attack
HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jun 29, CMC – The Ministry of National Security is urging Bermudians and businesses that operate Fortinet firewall or VPN devices to be aware of the global credential compromise campaign, widely referred to as “FortiBleed” which is actively targeting these devices. The ministry said acting on advice from the National Cybersecurity Unit (NCU), […]
Guyana: Government to make payments to rice farmers
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Jun 29, CMC- The Guyana government Monday said it would begin distributing next week cash subsidies to rice farmers that could cost the state an estimated three billion dollars (One Guyana dollar=US$0.004 cents). In a statement, the Ministry of Agriculture said that the payment is a result of a commitment made during a […]
Belize on heightened surveillance for highly pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
BELMOPAN, Belize, Jun 29, CMC – The Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) Monday confirmed that it is closely monitoring the recent outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in Honduras and Costa Rica BAHA said that as a precautionary measure, Belize is on heightened alert to strengthen preparedness and safeguard the country’s poultry sector. HPAI […]
Cayman makes history as Jaxon Cover is selected in the first round of the NHL Draft
by Lennox Aldred BUFFALO, New York, Jun 29, CMC — A historic moment for Caymanian sports unfolded Friday evening as 18-year-old Jaxon Cover was selected by the Ottawa Senators with the 32nd and final pick of the first round of the NHL entry draft, becoming the first player from the Cayman Islands ever drafted into the […]
Bermuda: Pilot dies after power boat crashes
HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jun 29, CMC – Police say the pilot of a power boat died after he lost control of the boat and collided into a stationary, unoccupied, boat at its mooring in Hamilton Harbour on Sunday. In a statement, the police did not provide details of the pilot, but said that police, Bermuda Fire […]
US offers $10 million for info on group behind Signal and WhatsApp hacking spree
Federal authorities are offering a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification or location of a Russian state cyber group that has compromised thousands of Signal and WhatsApp accounts belonging to investigative reporters and US government employees.
The operation has been active since at least March, when the FBI published an advisory warning of ongoing phishing campaigns targeting high-value targets by attackers associated with Russian intelligence services. Messages masquerading as automated support communications ask that users click a link or provide verification codes or account passcodes. In the event the user complies, they unknowingly link the attacker’s device to their account or have their account completely taken over and are locked out.
Great Britain: Government Crackdown On Fraud Leads To Cancellation Of Over 450 Blue Badges In The Wirral
Over 450 Blue Badges have been cancelled after findings show permits issued to deceased residents were still being used. This joint operation between the Public Sector Fraud Authority and Wirral Council protects parking spaces for those who truly need them and has saved taxpayers over £363,000 between 2024-2025. Blue Badges give disabled people access to […]
Great Britain: New UK Envoy To Champion LGBT+ Rights Globally
LGBT+ people facing violence, persecution and discrimination around the world will be championed by the appointment of Lord Collins of Highbury as the UK Special Envoy for LGBT+ Rights. The appointment comes as LGBT+ communities, human rights defenders and civil society organisations face rising hostility, less freedom to speak publicly and more severe discriminatory laws in a number of countries. […]
Great Britain: Resident Doctors Agree Deal With Government To End Strikes
Resident doctors have voted to accept an offer from the government, bringing an end to a period of industrial action that has seen 21 days of strikes by the British Medical Association Resident Doctor Committee since July 2025. The Government will continue to engage closely with the BMA and other stakeholders to implement this deal and establish a new working relationship, […]