Climate expert: Protecting the Earth a spiritual duty

Ryan Ba­choo Lead Ed­i­tor - News­gath­er­ing ryan.ba­choo@cnc3.co.tt Trinidad and To­ba­go’s long­stand­ing lead cli­mate ne­go­tia­tor, Kis­han Ku­mars­ingh, says en­vi­ron­men­tal ac­tion must be tak­en “not from fear of cli­mate...

VVS Lagos Taps Jeriq, Prettyboy D-O, and Trinidad James for New Song ‘Unlimited'

From the heart of one of Africa’s rising creative movements, VVS Lagos unveils ‘Unlimited’, the latest single from its collective project The Descendants.The record brings together Jeriq, Prettyboy D-O, and Trinidad James in a collaboration that...

Energy services and contractors’ contribution to T&T’s GDP

Over the past few weeks, we have high­light­ed the en­er­gy sec­tor’s con­tri­bu­tion to the econ­o­my of T&T. A vi­tal area of this sec­tor is the en­er­gy ser­vices sub­sec­tor, which con­sists of the many lo­cal and for­eign con­trac­tors that...

CAF and ECCB to mobilise climate and development finance for ECCU

A new partnership between CAF — Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean and the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) will unlock new pathways to mobilise climate and development finance for the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU)....

2nd call for Circular Economy Projects to combat regional marine pollution

The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund (CBF) launched its Second Call for Proposals, through its Advancing Circular Economy (ACE) Facility, inviting innovative projects that reduce marine pollution, improve waste management, and accelerate the transition...

Trinidad Finance Minister slams Caribbean Airlines over missing audits

Trinidad and Tobago’s Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo on Monday revealed that state-owned Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) has spent more than TT$60 million on audits but has failed to submit “a single audited financial statement to the...

Trinidad government announces $59.2 billion budget for 2026 fiscal year

The Trinidad and Tobago government is projecting to spend nearly TT$60 billion in the upcoming fiscal year, with the 2026 national budget pegged at TT$59.232 billion. - Advertisement - Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo presented the budget on...

Trinidad fears gang backlash after corrupt contract purge

Trinidad and Tobago’s recent measures to root out corruption in public contracts linked to gangs may trigger a backlash from criminal organisations that have long profited from community development programs. The government has suspended several...

Georgia Legend Sends Clear Warning to Trinidad Chambliss About Kirby Smart & Co.’s Sly Tactics

Trinidad Chambliss has been the feel-good story of the 2025 college football season. He went from a Division II quarterback to leading Ole Miss to a perfect 6-0 record after taking over for injured starter Austin Simmons. But as Ole Miss prepares...

"Ole Miss should get the greatest award": Kirby Smart makes eye-catching remarks about QB Trinidad Chambliss ahead of Week 8 faceoff

Trinidad Chambliss and No. 5 Ole Miss will head to Athens this weekend with a perfect 6-0 record. Though serving as the backup to Austin Simmons, Chambliss has proved his caliber in the past four games and earned praise from Georgia coach Kirby...

Fantastic Fall weather is in store for Friday and this weekend

Tonight's Forecast: It will be mostly clear with light wind tonight. Temperatures will be near average for this time of year. It may get cold enough for frost to develop in northern El Paso County. A FROST ADVISORY has been issued from 3 to 9 am...

Quito airport recognised for pioneering biodiversity integration while maintaining safe and efficient air operations

Mariscal Sucre International Airport has transformed part of its land into a wildlife sanctuary, demonstrating how biodiversity and aviation can coexist safely and sustainably. Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) has been awarded...

TOBAGO DIVALI

A climate of uncertainty looms, according to former presiding officer of the THA , Dr Denise Tsoiafatt-Angus, as she spoke on Saturday, during the Tobago Hindu Society's observations of Divali, at the Lowlands Mall. She was referring to relations...

Breezy weather lingers on Thursday as skies begin to dry out across Colorado

Today’s Forecast: After thunderstorms last night, a few showers have lingered this morning for areas south of Highway 50. These showers will dissipate by around sunrise this morning, while moving from west to east away from the mountains....

Alumni Spotlight: Breeding Climate-Resilient Cacao for Mars

Dr. Ashley DuVal, an alumna of UF/IFAS with a Ph.D. in Horticultural Sciences, has built a career devoted to ensuring that chocolate has a sustainable future. Now a Senior Scientist and cacao breeder with Mars Wrigley, Dr. DuVal leads research at...

Powering the future: Wind, green hydrogen could redefine Trinidad and Tobago

Business Newsday 3 Hrs Ago An offshore wind farm. Photo courtesy Energy Chamber - Craig Boodoo As TT navigates a shifting global energy landscape, a bold new strategy is emerging. Large-scale wind energy deployment, paired with green hydrogen and...

Black-eyed pea shows promise as local alternative crop in changing climate

The black-eyed pea enjoyed a national star turn thanks to a certain namesake pop band.“The band, yeah, that’s what people know,” said Srinivasa (Sri) Pinnamaneni. Now, thanks to the efforts of Pinnamaneni, who is a local Colorado State University...

Lovely fall weather is in store for the rest of the week

Tonight's Forecast: Showers and storms will be moving through the mountains, eastward into the I-25 corridor and adjacent plains tonight. Storms should clear the mountains by 10-11 pm, and they will move through the lower elevations between 9 pm...

Trinidad PM: ‘Dragon’ OFAC licence a win

(Trinidad Express) Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has described the United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) licence for the Dragon gas project as a major “win” for Trinidad and Tobago. Attorney General John Jeremie announced...

Trinidad Ministry of Sport invests TT$1.5 million to strengthen athletes and youth development

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad — The Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs reaffirmed its commitment to national sporting excellence and youth empowerment on Wednesday, presenting over TT$1.5 million in financial support to athletes and organisations...