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Government is questioned on its source of gasoline when the market opens
Questions are raised over where the government intends to source its gas from, when it opens the market. While the Finance Minister describes Opposition queries as ridiculous. During debate on the Finance Bill yesterday, Opposition Senator Jerlene John said the … Continue reading
Haiti’s Head of State is assassinated
Haiti’s President Jovenel Moise has been shot and killed by gunmen, some of whom are believed to be foreigners. Prime Minister Claude Joseph made the announcement earlier today. Mr. Moise’s wife was also wounded during the incident this morning. She … Continue reading
No bail for a man accused of sexual assault of a teenage girl
A Magistrate says no to bail for a 36-year-old man charged with serious indecency, sexual touching, and 6 counts of sexual penetration of a minor. The accused appeared virtually before Senior Magistrate Alicia Chankar at the Point Fortin Magistrates’ Court … Continue reading
UNC files motion of no confidence in Speaker of the House
The United National Congress has filed a motion of no confidence in Speaker of the House of Representatives, Brigid Annissette George. The Speaker is being accused of presiding over breaches to the standing orders and being totally unfair to the … Continue reading
Petroleum dealers believe opening up the gas market will benefit the economy
Head of the Petroleum Dealers Association Robin Naraysingh weighs in on government’s plan to open the market. He says a rebate system should be adopted. Mr. Naraysingh believes it will be to the benefit of the economy. He believes a … Continue reading
One Independent Senator says changes to the selection process for the top CoP will cost unnecessary millions
A motion to annul the selection process for the top CoP and his deputy has no success in the Upper House. In his contribution yesterday one member of the independent bench said it does not breach the constitution. Opposition Senator … Continue reading
17-year-old murdered in Malabar
A 17-year-old boy is shot and killed in Malabar. The boy is Javaughn Alvarez. He was from Mahogany Drive. Last Saturday at around 4:30pm Javaughn was at his home when he was called outside. He had a conversation with some … Continue reading
Brother and sister charged with Kadijah Flament’s murder
A brother and sister are charged with the murder of Kadijah Flament. The 2 are to appear in court today. The woman charged is 18-years-old. Her brother is a 27-year-old scrap iron dealer. Another female suspect is under police guard … Continue reading
Opposition raises red flag on plans to open up gas sector
The Opposition is raising a red flag over government plans to open up the gas sector. MP Anita Haynes says the People’s National Movement is promising competition in the market, but she wonders who will stand to benefit. She says … Continue reading
Government moves ahead with plans to privatize the port of Port of Spain
Works and Transport Minister Rohan Sinanan says he is confident the privatization of the port will be successful. He says despite the economic challenges facing the country there are entities very interested in this country. According to Minister Sinanan, the … Continue reading
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