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Honouring the past, unlocking Trinidad and Tobago destiny
Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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August 1, 2025
Commentary Newsday 3 Hrs Ago Donna Prowell-Raphael - African Emancipation Day message from Donna Prowell-Raphael, Chairman of the Equal Opportunity Tribunal AFRICAN Emancipation Day is far more than a commemoration of the legal abolition of...
Trinidad elects to explore new water supply; community members fear induced growth
Times-Standard - California
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July 26, 2025
This month, the Trinidad City Council elected to join the Cher-Ae Heights Indian Community of the Trinidad Rancheria in a study to assess the feasibility of establishing a connection to the Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District. Council voted...
Rural youth and science-based agricultural innovation
International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)
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July 30, 2025
In Mexico, the average farmer is 55 years old. In this context, it’s not always easy for an established farmer to accept advice from a technician who could be their son—or even their grandson. However, producers linked to Ricinomex—a biorefinery...
Filipino engineers develop prototype of suicide drone boat
Inquirer
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July 30, 2025
Rembrandt Cajocon, one of the engineers involved in the creation of the Philippine Autonomous Littoral Interdiction Drone, showcases the model of the locally-made unmanned surface vessel during the Philippine Navy’s Self Reliance Defense Posture...
Trade minister meets developer of $350m Tobago resort
Trinidad Express
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MINISTER of Trade, Investment and Tourism Satyakama Maharaj yesterday met with property developer Garry Olsen, principal of the $350 million Elephant Tree Resort and Villas Tobago project. “Mr Olsen, who first visited Tobago as part of an...
OECS Signs MoU with Major Engineering and Sustainable Energy Firms for Regional Shore Power System
Win Media SKN
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July 29, 2025
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) has formalised a significant partnership on July 24, 2025, through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with three prominent partners: AECOM Technical Services, Inc., Globus Energy...
The proposed mandatory carrying of ID in Trinidad & Tobago: A step toward safety or overreach?
Global Voices
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July 17, 2025
Feature image created using Canva Pro elements. As part of the government of Trinidad and Tobago’s plan to raise the minimum alcohol consumption age from 18 to 21, and the legal age for marijuana use and gambling from 18 to 25, Homeland Security...
Perenco completes acquisition of oil and gas fields from Woodside Energy in Trinidad & Tobago
Oilfield Technology
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July 15, 2025
Perenco has announced the completion of the acquisition of the Greater Angostura producing oil and gas assets and associated production facilities from Woodside Energy in Trinidad & Tobago. The finalisation of the deal, combined with Perenco’s...
Breastfeeding Association of Trinidad and Tobago committed to supporting lactating mothers
Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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July 29, 2025
Features Newsday 7 Hrs Ago The aggressive marketing of breastmilk substitutes which can undermine breastfeeding. - BAVINA SOOKDEO Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems is the theme of this year’s World Breastfeeding Week,...
Delaford rep crowned Tobago Heritage Personality Queen
Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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July 27, 2025
News Corey Connelly 2 Hrs Ago Miss Tobago Heritage Personality Queen Asha Melville, centre, sits on her throne after winning the competition at the Shaw Park Cultural Complex on July 25. Melville represented the Delaford Village Council. In photo,...
7 Breakthroughs: How Venezuelan Nanotechnology Marine Cleanup Is Leading the Fight Against Ocean Pollution
teleSUR
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Venezuelan Nanotechnology Marine Cleanup: Venezuelan scientists develop a solar-powered nanotechnology solution to clean oil spills. Discover how IVIC researchers are pioneering eco-friendly marine decontamination in the Caribbean. Related: 7...
Tobago’s oldest church plans for the future
Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
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SANDRA L BLOOD Nestled in the village of Mt Pleasant, Tobago, St Patrick’s Anglican Church stands as a beacon of resilience and faith. Consecrated in 1843, it holds the distinction of being the oldest church building on the...
Health secretary welcomes Charran’s Bookstore to Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
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July 26, 2025
Tobago Corey Connelly 36 Minutes Ago Dr Faith Brebnor - THA Secretary of Health, Wellness and Social Protection Dr Faith Brebnor is encouraging the owners of Charran’s Bookstore to partner with community groups to promote reading in Tobago. She...
Keon Cupid brings joy of steelpan to preschoolers
CNC 3
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August 10, 2025
Mary Cuffy In the vibrant landscape of Trinidad and Tobago, music transcends art; it embodies our cultural identity. Mr Keon Cupid, a passionate pannist with nearly 30 years of experience, recognises the power of music to shape young minds. His...
‘Fuel For The Future’: Tobago Tourism Forum Charts Path Forward
TTT Live Online
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July 25, 2025
Key public and private tourism stakeholders from across Trinidad and Tobago and the region gathered at the Magdalena Grand on Thursday for the Tobago Hotel and Tourism Association’s inaugural tourism forum. Titled “Tourism—The Fuel for the...
Financing real inclusion in Africa-Caribbean trade
Trinidad Express
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August 10, 2025
In my opening remarks at last week’s Africa–Caribbean Trade and Investment Symposium, I emphasised that while interest in transatlantic trade is growing, the infrastructure to support it—especially for small businesses and entrepreneurs of African...
Board members of Trinidad state enterprise found liable over bad deal
Stabroek News
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July 25, 2025
(Trinidad Guardian) The boards of State enterprises are not “rubber stamps” for the government that appointed them. High Court Judge Ricky Rahim made the statement on Wednesday, as he upheld a landmark breach of fiduciary duty case against former...
Trinidad debates water supply options
Mad River Union
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July 17, 2025
Last week’s Trinidad City Council meeting attracted about 25 to 30 citizens, both city residents and many from outside the city limits, who voiced their opinions on on the agenda item “Discussion/ Decision regarding Participation in a Feasibility...
MCN’s guide to the latest tech developments in bike kit that will elevate your ride
MCN
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Rider with sat nav 18 Tech innovation never sleeps. Bike kit and accessory manufacturers are in a technological arms race, delivering cutting edge tech in both hardware and software faster than ever before. Consider D3O’s latest Diablo body...
The Tide Reclaims: Caribbean romance meets climate reality
CNC 3
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August 10, 2025
Lead Editor-Newsgathering [email protected] On the island of St Gyles, a small mass of land off the coast of Tobago, a fictional story of love meets climate change in Latoyaa Roberts-Thomas’ third book, The Tide Reclaims. Her novel connects two...