Monthly Archives: July 2021
Fire investigators continue efforts to determine cause of blaze at house in Maraval
Fire investigators are to continue efforts to determine the cause of the blaze, which took the lives of three siblings. The deaths of 17-years-old Ezekiel Burke, 6-year-old Faith Burke and 3-year-old Kayden Burke, have shaken the country. Two other … Continue reading
Couva north MP Ravi Ratiram accuses government of neglecting farmers
Claims of neglect and disregard are leveled against the government by Opposition Member of Parliament for Couva north, with regard to farmers. Speaking to supporters at the United National Congress’ Monday night forum, MP Ravi Ratiram farmers are suffering. He said … Continue reading
Vaccine hesitancy propaganda affecting inmates
The Prison Commissioner confirms vaccine hesitancy exists among inmates and it’s a challenge. Health Minister Terrance Deyalsingh first revealed the situation over the weekend. Today Commissioner Dennis Pulchan describes the inmates’ behaviour as a predicament. On Saturday Minster Deyalsingh noted … Continue reading
Head of State Paula Mae Weekes wants an annual national observance to commemorate the 1990 attempted Coup
Today marks 31 years since the 1990 Coup attempt in this country. President of the Republic Paula Mae Weekes is appealing for a proper and fitting annual national observance to commemorate, what she sees as the ill-fated incident. Her Excellency … Continue reading
Master artist Leroy Clarke dies
The country wakes up this morning to word of the death of master artist Leroy Clarke. He was 82-years-old. Mr. Clarke was a master artist, poet, lecturer/inspirationalist, philosopher and Orisha leader who was born in Belmont. Details are shortcoming at this time … Continue reading
Pride Month 2021 ends with a vaccine drive
Pride Month 2021 culminates with a vaccine drive. Director of the organising Pride TT Rudolph Hanamji says members of the LGBTQIA community are being encouraged to get vaccinated. Yesterday, the last Sunday in July, is celebrated in some countries as … Continue reading
COVID death toll is now 1,039
The death toll in the country now is 1,039. And 7 more COVID-19 deaths have been recorded. The Ministry of Health says the latest patients to have died include, 1 elderly male, 3 elderly females, 2 middle-aged males and 1 … Continue reading
Sea Lots man drowns
A Sea Lots man identified as Gregory Taylor has drowned. Mr. Taylor was from Production Drive. Reports say last Saturday night Mr. Taylor was among a group of men employed to help repair a vessel which was sinking in the … Continue reading
Man in court for murder after argument over mobile phone
An argument and an assault over a mobile phone, lands a Diego Martin man in court for murder. The suspect is believed to be responsible for the 2019 killing of Christopher Moore. The suspect also known as ‘Bellies’ was charged on … Continue reading
International Women’s Resource Network says mental health issues among women are critical
The International Women’s Resource Network says mental health issues among women are critical. President of the network Sandrine Rattan, says a targeted approach must be taken to address emotional problems. According to Ms. Rattan, the issue does not affect women … Continue reading
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