US strikes another suspected drug boat boat in Caribbean, this time leaving survivors: reports

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Tropical Depression Ramil set to cause rainy weekend in Luzon, Eastern Visayas

So far, Ramil is projected to make its first landfall in Catanduanes on Saturday afternoon, October 18, possibly as a tropical storm MANILA, Philippines – The weather bureau warned much of Luzon and Eastern Visayas to expect a rainy weekend due to...

Three more departures from CAL’s executive team

(Trinidad Express) one week after Garvin Medera resigned as chief executive officer of Caribbean Airlines Ltd (CAL), three more members of the State-owned carrier’s executive team have also stepped down, in what sources familiar with the airline’s...

BATT calls for dialogue on proposed levy

The Bankers Association of Trinidad and Tobago (BATT) says it hopes to consult with Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo on the proposed 0.25% levy on commercial banks’ assets outlined in the national budget. “BATT looks forward to engaging with...

Howai urges global action to reduce trade barriers

Central Bank governor Larry Howai has called for urgent global action to reduce trade barriers, warning that such distortions disproportionately harm developing economies. He made the remarks while addressing the Ministers and Governors Meeting of...

Blue Food Festival Returns With Improvements

The Tobago Festivals Commission is making final arrangements for a successful staging of the annual Tobago Blue Food Festival. On Thursday, updates on the event’s preparations were shared during a press conference held at the Office of the Chief...

Moonilal blames PNM, Young warns of energy sector collapse

A political row is brewing over the temporary shutdown of Nutrien Ltd’s nitrogen operations at Point Lisas, as Energy Minister Dr. Roodal Moonilal blamed the previous administration for unresolved contractual issues, while former minister Stuart...

Kamla misses Nagar finale

Despite calls for a public address amid growing tensions and the US’ military presence in the Caribbean, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar did not attend the final night of the 2025 Divali Nagar on Sunday. Persad-Bissessar, who was supposed to...

In a New York exhibition, yet another reminder of the sari’s global power

The sari’s latest spotlight, “The New York Sari” exhibition by the New York Historical Society, is not merely an aesthetic showcase. It is a reminder of how this ancient garment continues to reinvent itself in the contemporary imagination. From...

Cloud Carib expanding to Bermuda

A Bahamian cloud services provider is expanding to Bermuda, to enhance its existing cloud infrastructure and strengthen its information technology and digital services. Cloud Carib said in a release to the media that it is making a, strategic...

Findlay: people have to realise this isn’t easy

Created: Oct 16, 2025 08:00 AM Michael Findlay fighting back against criticism (Photograph by Akil Simmons) Head coach Michael Findlay has urged the island to recognise the achievements of the national team after Bermuda’s hopes of qualifying for...

Another picture-perfect Fall day on Wednesday, before showers return Thursday

Tonight's Forecast: It will be clear, calm, and chilly tonight. Overnight lows will be near average for this time of year. Colorado Springs forecast: Low: 36; High: 68; It will be mostly sunny on Wednesday with a forecast high reaching 5 degrees...

Vaneisa: The people on the ground—T&T’s unheralded agri-heroes

A few days ago, Nemme McSweeney sent me the link to a YouTube video featuring the man behind Moruga Hill Rice, Mark Forgenie. I know it’s long, she said (just over an hour), but Mr Forgenie encapsulates so many healthy concepts we keep ignoring....

Finding Direction in Dipolog: Notes from a Journey of Pleasant Surprises

There are trips you plan down to the minute—and there are trips that unfold like an unscripted story. My recent visit to Dipolog City, Zamboanga del Norte, courtesy of the Department of Tourism – Zamboanga Peninsula, was the latter. Dipolog...

Budget could boost economy, south business leaders say

Raphael John-Lall Busi­ness lead­ers in south Trinidad are de­scrib­ing the Gov­ern­ment’s pre­sen­ta­tion for fis­cal year 2026 as a “good bud­get.” The $59.2 bil­lion bud­get was pre­sent­ed on Mon­day by Fi­nance Min­is­ter Dav­en­dranath...

Argentina deepens agricultural cooperation with Caribbean at CWA 2025

Argentina reaffirmed its strong commitment to agricultural cooperation and regional food security during its participation in the Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA), held this year in St Kitts and Nevis. As a special guest of the Caribbean...

Men & Women of the Year 2025

Southwest Florida thrives on the vision and drive of its people, and this year, a select group is shaping the Gulf Coast like no other. From Naples to Marco Island and beyond, these men and women are transforming philanthropy, conservation,...

Tracy Roles named new TPD chief

by Ruth Stodghill TRINIDAD — The City of Trinidad has officially announced the appointment of Tracy Roles as its next Chief of Police, ushering in what officials hope will be a new chapter of community-focused law enforcement. The announcement...

CWI supports grassroots cricket with Coach Training Program

The equipment for a cricket match. Photo via Getty Images Cricket West Indies (CWI) has commenced a second round of essential coaching courses across the Leeward Islands and St. Vincent, aiming to strengthen the pipeline of Caribbean cricket...

EY Chairman Supports Budget’s “Courageous” Moves

Executive Chairman of EY Trinidad and Tobago, Wade George, has expressed strong support for the Government’s decision to increase NIB contribution rates and gradually raise the retirement age. During his budget presentation on Monday, Finance...