Cayman athletes of all ages and genders experienced the highs and lows of 2021, from the disappointment brought by the cancellations of major events, to the opportunity to participate at the Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan.

A tumultuous year in Cayman politics saw a changing of the guard, as Wayne Panton assembled a team of independent legislators to lead the country in the wake of a closely-contested general election.

Tropical Storm Grace lashed Grand Cayman with near hurricane strength winds and rains for several hours. A selection of images from Grace's path of destruction.

In October, 136 countries, representing 90% of global economic output, agreed to reform the international corporate tax system and impose a 15% tax rate on the largest multinational enterprises from 2023.

Remembering those in the Cayman Islands and around the world who passed away in 2021.

As 2021 comes to a close, the Cayman Compass has selected some of the most significant stories to emerge this year, touching on political issues, LGBTQ+ rights and the environment.

In 2021 Cayman experienced, and is still in the midst of, its first true wave of community transmission of COVID-19.

By walking, wading and paddle boarding, from West Bay to George Town, the Cayman Compass sought to document the shifting sands of Seven Mile Beach and found the traversable portion is now closer to four miles.

Melanie Thomas spent three weeks in quarantine with her daughter Avery, before the 2-year-old was cleared to go back to nursery. In a guest...