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Coverage of the 2016 Olympic Games
50 years: Hosting conference, charges dropped against Jamaican, election dates
In the Tuesday, 6 July 1976 issue of the Caymanian Compass, pre-Olympics anticipation continued with the article ‘Gerry Kirkconnell in world prelims’.
50 years ago: CUC sold, Jamaica in chaos and America’s bicentennial
The top article in the Tuesday, 29 June 1976 issue of the Caymanian Compass was on Canadians purchasing CUC and reported that “West Indies Power Corporation Limited purchased 93 percent of the shares of Caribbean Utilities Company to become the new owners on Friday, June 25th.”
50 years ago: Jamaica in turmoil; Caymanians join world’s largest barge
An article on the front page of the Tuesday, 22 June 1976 issue of the Caymanian Compass was titled ‘Jamaica in State of Emergency’ and stated that Jamaica’s Governor General had declared a state of emergency with effect from June 19 at 12 noon.” The Prime Minister, Michael Manley, said that “the violence in the country had increased to a scale unique in our history.”
50 years ago: Family Fair Day features champion banana eater likened to a vacuum...
The top story in the Tuesday,18 May, 1976 issue of the Caymanian Compass was a ‘Family Fair Day’ to celebrate Commonwealth Day.
The official opening address was by Acting Governor Desmond Watler. Approximately 400 people attended the opening, with participation growing to thousands during the day’s activities, the Compass reported.
International Olympic Committee announces new policy protecting biological females
The International Olympic Committee announces a new policy designed to protect the female category in Olympic sport.
50 years ago: Financial privacy, Turtle Farm pays debts and first invite to the...
The main story on the front page of the 1 April 1976 issue of the Caymanian Compass was about four Jamaican nationals being charged...
Wheaton’s Way: The thrill of victory, and …
Like many others, I’m sure, I’ve been watching the Winter Olympics from the comfort of my couch.
Even as I considered picking up a snowboard...
British sprinter shares her journey at Special Olympics Cayman Islands opener
Special Olympics Cayman Islands has officially kicked off its 2025-26 season with an inaugural season opener event, featuring British Olympian Laviai Nielsen.
Cayman squash players eye Olympic berth at LA Games
The news that squash will join the racquet sports of tennis and badminton at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 has left Cayman's players 'excited' for the opportunity.
Davontè Howell looks ahead to quicker times and university success
Davontè Howell is looking to build on his Olympic performance in Paris, as he sets new goals for the upcoming track season.
