“[…] Through his ability to listen to diverse opinions and his recognition of the merit of the arguments for the recognition of emancipation, Prime Minister George Chambers propelled Trinidad and Tobago to the globally significant position of becoming the first country in the world to declare Emancipation Day as a …
Read More »Dear Editor: What’s next for T&T football? Start with dismantling current Pro League structure
“[…] If we put our emotions aside and objectively look at the sustainability of the Pro League without government subvention, we would recognise that the league has failed and failed miserably. “A proper conversation must be had going forward and hard decisions may have to be taken as the current …
Read More »Dear Editor: We lost to El Salvador, but here’s why I don’t regret getting excited about Mexico result
“[…] They left their ‘liver string’ on that pitch in Texas with a 0-0 scoreline against Mexico, in a game that must have felt like three hours long! Who wouldn’t find something to celebrate in that if you were the player or coach?! “[…] For me, celebrating a successful result …
Read More »Dear editor: ‘Finally, we’ve found a real coach! Angus is a breath of fresh air!’
“[…] It’s a breath of fresh air to see TNT actually playing with a game plan that’s well thought out for each encounter. “Finally, we’ve found a real coach. Our embarrassment is now replaced with optimism and we’re now proud to be Trinbagonian again…” The following letter to the editor …
Read More »Berry: Hadad’s communication is abysmal, erratic and dismissive; he’s not the solution to T&T football
“[…] My personal dealings with [Robert Hadad] have been nothing short of fruitless, frustrating and farcical. His communication is abysmal, erratic and, in the main, inconclusive, with a distinctly dismissive style of response. “[…] Hadad’s distinct lack of empathy, concern and assistance in dealing with Dennis Lawrence’s valid claim for …
Read More »US Embassy flies Pride flag, as ‘Biden-Harris Administration’ makes LGBTQI+ statement
“[…] The Biden-Harris Administration has encouraged all embassies and consulates to fly the Pride flag on the same flagpole as the US flag, to demonstrate the United States’ leadership on LGBTQI+ human rights around the world…” The following is a press statement on LGBTQI+ Pride Month by the US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago: Today, …
Read More »Dear Editor: Sorry Prof Knight, PM did in his job in referencing Guyana’s vaccination policy!
“[…] Prof [Andy] Knight also seems oblivious to the fact that many persons/organisations in T&T opposed to the PNM have been saying that the government was tardy in procuring/ordering/purchasing vaccines, and cited Guyana as a prime example of what should have been done. “In this regard, therefore, our PM had …
Read More »Dear Editor: Kamla’s comments on ‘civil unrest’ are ‘breathtakingly irresponsible’
“[…] In a different state of public feeling, learned senior counsel’s words might be innocent and may not tend to disturb the peace and may be open to just censure. Not in the here and now. There are times when a spark will explode a powder magazine…” The following letter …
Read More »Dear Editor: Where’s the pride and passion from the Soca Warriors? And as for Mr Terry…
“[…] I don’t think many of these player care to understand that many of us are left broken-hearted, kids left with tears in their eyes, and others just feeling like a laughing stock. I think it is time to get back the pride and dignity of playing for your country…” …
Read More »Dear Editor: Why are groceries hiking their prices while people are losing their jobs?
I’m old enough to remember the global economic recession of the 1980s and Lord Relator’s hit calypso ‘Food Prices’—which highlighted the ridiculous prices. Trinbagonians, have you noticed that food and consumer prices have risen astronomically? The cost of living has spiralled dramatically since the onset of Covid-19 due mainly to the …
Read More »Dear Editor: Citizens alone aren’t to blame, MoH’s delivery of test results is inadequate
“[…] There is also the case of someone who was in contact with a person who tested positive. They did a test at a health centre and after five days they did not receive the result. The individual responsibly went into self-quarantine and eventually received a negative report. “Why in …
Read More »Dr Gopeesingh: Take Sinopharm or whatever vaccine is available; benefits outweigh risks
“[…] It is a fact that the efficacy among the various Covid-19 vaccines may differ—two jabs of some at least two months apart, will provide safety of about 90-92 per cent of persons, while others will provide up to 75 per cent. “Nevertheless, this strongly outweighs the risks of severe …
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