Walker, critic of US embargo on Cuba, dies at 80

The Rev. Lucius Walker, who led an annual pilgrimage of U.S. aid volunteers to Cuba in defiance of Washington's nearly half-century-old trade embargo, has died of a heart attack in New York. He was 80.

Local group swimming in Hawaii for endangered seal

This weekend, Marin County resident Dr. Frances Gulland, director of Veterinary Science at the Marine Mammal Center, will be one of several participants swimming in an open-water relay swim in Hawaii.

Island neighbors share a relaxing lifestyle

Prior to purchasing their home on Coon Island, Don and Carol Sanders had camped all over the United States. Yosemite National Park, the Grand Canyon and Black Hills all were destinations during the more than 20 years that the Arlington Heights couple spent camping with their children.

Island neighbors share a relaxing lifestyle

Prior to purchasing their home on Coon Island, Don and Carol Sanders had camped all over the United States. Yosemite National Park, the Grand Canyon and Black Hills all were destinations during the more than 20 years that the Arlington Heights couple spent camping with their children.

Staten Island obituaries

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The following obituaries will appear in the Thursday, Sept. 9 edition of the Advance: * Luis Giovanni Negron, 51, of Elm Park, died Tuesday. Arrangements are being handled by Matthew Funeral Home, Willowbrook. * Rocco...

Bank of Hawaii Corporation to Present at the Credit Suisse 2010 Small & Mid Cap Conference

HONOLULU----Bank of Hawaii Corporation today announced that Chairman, Chief Executive Officer, and President Peter S. Ho will present at the Credit Suisse 2010 Small & Mid Cap Conference held September 14 – 15, 2010 at the Boston Harbor Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts.

GOP, Dayton trade shots over Minn. hopeful's taxes

Minnesota Republican leaders accused Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mark Dayton of avoiding state income taxes with trust funds set up outside Minnesota, an allegation Dayton quickly refuted Wednesday.

GOP, Dayton trade shots over Minn. hopeful's taxes

Minnesota Republican leaders accused Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mark Dayton of avoiding state income taxes with trust funds set up outside Minnesota, an allegation Dayton quickly refuted Wednesday.

Walker, defier of US embargo on Cuba, dies at 80

Rev. Lucius Walker, who led an annual pilgrimage of U.S. aid volunteers to Cuba in defiance of Washington's near half-century-old trade embargo, has died of a heart attack in New York. He was 80.

Island music awards return

The Vancouver Island Music Awards are calling for submissions from Vancouver Island-area musicians.

US sex offenders see sanctuary in Caribbean sun

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico - Jeffrey Allen Weathers moved from Alaska to an oceanfront apartment in the Caribbean, but...

R.I. Green Airport Beats Logan

Call Bostonist crazy if you like. When we travel by air, we like to arrive at our destination at the right time. Fly from T.F. Green Airport in Warwick, Rhode Island T.F. Green Airport when you have to get there according to your schedule. Travel and Leisure magazine rated Green Airport the nation's best for on-time arrivals and departures in a July survey. Overall, the airport was ranked fifth ...

Bahamas deports 'Barefoot Bandit'

A US teenager dubbed the "Barefoot Bandit" is deported by the Bahamas, where he was captured following a high-speed boat chase.

Vodafone loses tax appeal in India

British mobile phone giant Vodafone lost a legal appeal Wednesday against an Indian tax bill estimated to be 2.0 billion dollars relating to the group's 2007 purchase of local group Hutchison Essar.

The Farmer File: Should Florida regulate travel agencies?

Anyone who travels for business or pleasure needs to be aware of a move to regulate the travel industry. Say some supporters of the idea, if ever there is an industry that needs regulation, it’s the travel industry.

Grand Island Bridge Near Buffalo Construction Heading Toward Home Stretch

BUFFALO, NY - The massive South Grand Island Bridge rehabilitation project is reaching a critical stage which will soon necessitate the closure of the northbound span for more than just an overnight, according to the Vice Chair of the New York State Thruway Authority Board of Commissioners.

Republicans, Dayton spar over trust fund taxes

Minnesota Republican leaders are accusing Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mark Dayton of avoiding state income taxes with trust funds located outside the state

Sydney chapter opens in alleged $10b embezzlement case

A BITTER dispute between a pair of Saudi billionaire families over allegations that $US10 billion ($10.9 billion) was embezzled has spilled over into a Sydney court.

Officials say sex offenders hide out in Puerto Rico to avoid stricter laws in US

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Jeffrey Allen Weathers moved from Alaska to an oceanfront apartment in the Caribbean, but his new neighbors soon suspected the heavyset American hadn't come for the sun. The FBI now says they were right.

Officials say sex offenders hide out in Puerto Rico to avoid stricter laws in US

Jeffrey Allen Weathers moved from Alaska to an oceanfront apartment in the Caribbean, but his new neighbors soon suspected the heavyset American hadn't come for the sun. The FBI now says they we...

US sex offenders see sanctuary in Caribbean sun

Jeffrey Allen Weathers moved from Alaska to an oceanfront apartment in the Caribbean, but his new neighbors soon suspected the heavyset American hadn't come for the sun. The FBI now says they were right.

US sex offenders see sanctuary in Caribbean sun

Jeffrey Allen Weathers moved from Alaska to an oceanfront apartment in the Caribbean, but his new neighbors soon suspected the heavyset American hadn't come for the sun. The FBI now says they were right.

Dayton refutes GOP claim of evading state income taxes

A MN GOP official has accused DFLer gubernatorial candidate Mark Dayton of avoiding state income taxes with trust funds located outside of the state, but Dayton said the GOP's information is outdated.

College Basketball Fans Save 30 at Bolongo Bay for the US Virgin Islands Paradise Jam Tournament

ST. THOMAS, US Virgin Islands Cheer on a favorite mens or womens college basketball team in the US Virgin Islands this November and save 30 at Bolongo Bay Beach Resort , the most entertaining Caribbean beach resort. Bolongo Bay has always been a proud platinum sponsor of

College Basketball Fans Save 30 at Bolongo Bay for the US Virgin Islands Paradise Jam Tournament

ST. THOMAS, US Virgin Islands Cheer on a favorite mens or womens college basketball team in the US Virgin Islands this November and save 30 at Bolongo Bay Beach Resort , the most entertaining Caribbean beach resort. Bolongo Bay has always been a proud platinum sponsor of

Marco Island cuts $500,000 from budget, sets 10 percent tax rate increase

Marco Island City Council has backed away from a proposed 20 percent tax rate hike, approving an approximate 10 percent increase instead.

Statement With the Intent to Clarify From Diageo re: the 30-Year Public-Private Initiative Between the Government of ...

The 30-year public-private initiative between Diageo and the government of the US Virgin Islands is a local agreement.Â No member of the United States Congress played a role in negotiating or approving it.Â The agreement was created and executed in a fully transparent manner and was debated and voted on by elected representatives in the legislature of the US Virgin Islands.

Valley to avoid Earlâs big blow

Emergency response officials with Halifax and Northampton counties conferred with state leaders this morning, estimating the eye of Hurricane Earl will pass around 60 miles off the coast of North Carolina.

Theft of stamps, coins gets Cuba man 3 years in prison

LITTLE VALLEY—A Town of Cuba man faces up to three years in prison for stealing stamp and coin collections. Richard A. Tucker, 38, of Ream Road, was sentenced Tuesday by Cattaraugus County Judge Larry M. Himelein to one to three years in prison. He also must make $492 restitution.

Florida man pleads guilty to charges in Hawaii

(AP:HONOLULU) A Florida man has pleaded guilty to federal charges that he bilked four Hawaii investors out of $250,000, and admitted he bilked scores of others in what prosecutors said was a classic Ponzi scheme.

Royal Caribbean taps Gonzalez Saul for new post

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. has appointed Gabriela Gonzalez Saul as the managing director for its Mexican operations, the cruise company said Wednesday.

Monster Mash: U.S. chooses artists for Venice Biennale; imam addresses mosque critics

-- Chosen ones: The Puerto Rico–based multimedia team Allora & Calzadilla has been announced as the U.S. representatives to the 2011 Venice Biennale. (Art Info) -- Controversial: The imam of the planned Islamic cultural center near ground zero in New...

TANGIER ISLAND: Child, 11, flown to hospital after BB gun accident

TANGIER ISLAND — A youth here was hospitalized in Baltimore, Md., after being accidentally shot in the face with a BB gun.

Islands warn rich nations’ emissions pledges fall short

BONN—Rich nations’ emissions reductions pledges fall dramatically short of what is required to limit global warming to two degrees centigrade, a group of 43 small islands said on Tuesday at UN climate talks.

Royal Caribbean Names Managing Director of New Mexico Office

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. announced today it has named Gabriela Gonzalez Saul managing director for their operations in Mexico.Â In her position, Gonzalez Saul will lead the new office in Mexico, which will open in December 2010 to support the Sales, Marketing and Commercial Operations for the company's three cruise brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Club ...

Easter Island: meeting the moai

On Easter Island, hundreds of statues witness a fashion shoot 2,000 miles from anywhere.

Native of Cuba brings ambition to practice medicine to America

Indian court upholds big tax bill against Vodafone

In a landmark ruling Wednesday, an Indian court said Vodafone Group Plc is liable for an estimated $2.6 billion in taxes for its 2007 acquisition of one of India's largest mobile phone companies.

Indian Court Rules Against Vodafone in Tax Case

The ruling, in a case stemming from Vodafone’s acquisition of a controlling stake in an Indian cellphone company, could deal a blow to foreign investors in India.

Famous Dave's Expands Into Hawaii With Area Development Agreement for Three New Locations in the Hawaiian Islands

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. -- Famous Dave's of America, Inc. President and CEO Christopher O'Donnell announced today that BBQ Restaurants of Hawaii has purchased the right to franchise three Famous Dave's Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que restaurants in the Hawaiian islands.

Hannemann, Abercrombie argue over Hawaii tax hikes

(AP:HONOLULU) Hawaii's Democratic candidates for governor differed Tuesday on raising taxes, with Neil Abercrombie opposing a hike in the general excise tax "without equivocation" and Mufi Hannemann saying such an increase wouldn't be considered "initially."

Caribbean T20 2011 to be played in January

The second edition of the Caribbean T20 tournament will be played in January 2011, barely six months after this year's event

Cayman Announces Immigration Crackdown,

The Cayman Islands has announced that 87 persons have availed themselves of the Immigration Department’s amnesty, taking advantage of the opportunity to leave the islands in July without repercussions.

Softball: Vienna 7, Cuba 1

CUBA, Mo. -- The Vienna Lady Eagles opened Gasconade Valley Conference action Tuesday with a 7-1 win over Cuba. Vienna dropped the JV game 10-5. Read expanded sports coverage daily in our newspaper or e-Edition . Newspaper subscribers: Click on an e-Edition article and log in using your current account information at no extra charge.

Staten Island DWI and DUI charges

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Police on Staten Island made 10 drunken- or impaired-driving arrests over the Labor Day weekend. On Friday, police arrested Serhiy Mykhalov, 30, of Ontario, Canada, at the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge toll plaza. On Saturday, cops busted Niles...

India court upholds big tax bill against Vodafone

An Indian court has upheld a tax department demand for Vodafone Group Plc to pay 120 billion rupees ($2.6 billion) in taxes for its 2007 acquisition of one of India's largest mobile phone companies.

Video: Malta celebrates Victory Day

On Wednesday 8th September, the Maltese Islands are celebrating Victory Day and commemorating the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin, which is celebrated universally by the Catholic Church. The Feast of the Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary has been celebrated in the Catholic Church at least since the 8th Century. The Church’s calendar observes the birthdays of only [...]

Cuba to send its best chess players to World Olympiad in Russia

Cuba will send its top ten players to the World Chess Olympiad, scheduled from September 21 to October 11 in Khanty Mansiysk, Russia, said here on Tuesday a note from the National Institute of Sports and Recreation (INDER).

US businessman sues David Smith, Joey Issa, OLINT, 11 others

LOCAL businessman Joey Issa and OLINT boss David Smith are among 14 defendants in a lawsuit filed in the Circuit Court in Broward County, Florida by US businessman Don Dowe.

Mormon Island given new lease on life

CREDITSTARTWorld-Herald News ServiceThe rebirth of Mormon Island's west lake begins when a new fish population is stocked this fall.