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The Cayman Islands is paying tribute to former Chief Secretary James Ryan; a man answer charges relating to the robbery of the Al La Kebab food hut; and two masked men robbed ahome on Denham Thompson Way early on 19 May.

- It’s do‑or‑die tonight in Cayman basketball—two semi‑finals, two teams on the brink. Who’s punching their ticket to the Finals under the ARC lights? - Cayman rugby sends a message in their RAN opener—52 points on the road and a statement win over Bermuda. The Caymancycling classic delivered a test of speed and power with the Individual Time Trial.

Coming up in the news: A major aviation project is taking shape at Owen Roberts Airport—plans for a new general aviation facility are now officially out for tender. An oil tanker that damaged coral reef in Cayman Brac appears in the Summary Court as well as man held in custody for robbing A La Kebab. Those details and more in your evening news update.

MoET launches Education Ambassador Programme with Miss Cayman Organization Cayman Brac Car Crash Space X Launch Date Change

Thunderstorms and high temperatures are expected today; a two car smash is reported in Cayman Brac; and the SpaceX launch that will fly over the Cayman Islands is pushed to tomorrow.

The Minister of Home Affairs reports another 'incident' at Northward Prison; Education Officers are developing AI guidance for students; and the H.S.A. may soon get new vending machines.

A major upgrade is coming to the Truman Bodden Sports Complex, with a full redevelopment set to reshape one of Cayman’s most important sporting venues. Cayman basketball is about to take on its biggest international summer yet — with youth and senior teams heading to five countries in just a few weeks. Camana Bay is gearing up for a high‑energy July, with two summer camps on deck — including a bas...

Coming up in the news: Progress reports on several Private Members’ Motions — including mask rules, red lining legislation, and social media limits for children. Premier André Ebanks meets financial leaders across Asia, as Cayman strengthens its position in global investment markets. And, new weather data shows an unusually wet dry season and one of the coolest Februaries in decades. That and more...

Premier Arrives In Tokyo For Bilateral Talks Cabinet Decisions on Private Members Motions Cabinet removes expengment fee

The Ministry of Sports has announced plans to renovate and modernize the Truman Bodden Sports Complex; The December 2025 – April 2026 dry season summary shows that seasonal rainfall exceeded the climatological average; and Cabinet has removed the CI$25 fee for expungement applications .

A man has been found not guilty of making threats to kill against his wife; government welcomed 88 new educators in public schools in 2025, including 36 Caymanians; and the country is marking a milestone for a key national symbol.

A stoppage‑time strike shakes up the Women’s Premier League table — that story is coming up. Cayman rugby braces for a fierce international showdown with Bermuda — and this rivalry never disappoints. Plus, the youngsters light up the pitch again — we’ve got highlights from another fiery round of Inter‑Primary Cricket. And playoff basketball tips off at the ARC — with every game now shaping the roa...

Coming up in the news: New teachers, stronger exam results and improved school ratings — the Ministry of Education outlines its 2025 successes. And, a incident at HMP Northward leaves two inmates injured and renews questions for the Human Rights Commission. Plus, a trial collapses before it even begins—hear why a jury was told to acquit a man charged with threats to kill. That and more your evenin...

OES Rates Tiny Tots Satisfactory The Opposition Says More Police Officers Needed Man Spared Jail Time In Assault Case

Folks in Cayman are alerted of a Space X launch; a man gets a suspended sentence for allegedly beating a woman unconscious; and Heritage Month heads to Cayman Brac.

Regional leaders visit Cayman for a funeral; a case involving a man allegedly chasing an ambulance heads to court; a DART opens up applications for a new real estate program.

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Coming up in the news: A former Jamaican Cabinet minister, top lawyer, and regional influencer is laid to rest in Cayman today. A tiny dip in fuel prices — and new questions in Parliament about Cayman’s fuel reserves. A major upgrade for the RCIPS: body worn cameras roll out this summer. What it means for transparency and public trust. That and more your evening news update.

Incident At HMP Northward Has Left Two Prisoners Injured Local Police Gets Body Cameras MoET Updates to ECAP Expand Support for Caymanian Families CaymusicA Romantic and Contemporary Beauty Show

Local gas prices see a small dip; MPs get an update on Cayman's fuel reserves; and you're invited to a Caymusica piano recital tomorrow.

ECAP funding is expanded; MPs approve a PMM asking government to set up a Civil Service Homeownership Program; and Cayman marks International Plant Day.

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A disturbing rise in sexual offences--many involving children--sparks urgent action from government, with new legislation now under review to close dangerous gaps in the law. A missing East End teen is found safe, as police thank the public and withhold key details. And could civil servants get help owning their own homes? We'll take a look at the private member's motion approved in Parlia...

NDC launches Cayman Smart Serve Training Programme CaribDA Conference Opens Today Dart Launches Real Estate Graduate Programme

Government will set up a working group to review sex offense legislation; the Status of Children Amendment Bill is gazetted; and you're encouraged to take a new digital transformation survey.