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    Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty

    Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty

    Monday 19 October 2026
    • Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?

      Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?

      Monday 19 October 2026
    • Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’

      Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’

      Sunday 18 October 2026
    • SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead

      SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead

      Saturday 17 October 2026
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    Dr Harris: The state and the economy—why divesting state assets is a complex issue

    Dr Harris: The state and the economy—why divesting state assets is a complex issue

    Sunday 18 October 2026
    • Dear Editor: Demonising Independent senators is a dangerous attack on T&T’s democracy

      Dear Editor: Demonising Independent senators is a dangerous attack on T&T’s democracy

      Tuesday 29 September 2026
    • A Tribute to The Mighty Sparrow: The Birdie sings no more!

      A Tribute to The Mighty Sparrow: The Birdie sings no more!

      Monday 28 September 2026
    • Dr Harris: There is evidence-based policymaking, and then there is T&T—are we betting against ourselves?

      Dr Harris: There is evidence-based policymaking, and then there is T&T—are we betting against ourselves?

      Monday 28 September 2026
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    Dr Teelucksingh: The daughter will take care of it—how to help when a relative becomes a caregiver

    Dr Teelucksingh: The daughter will take care of it—how to help when a relative becomes a caregiver

    Sunday 18 October 2026
    • Vaneisa: They don’t really care about us—just check your pipe

      Vaneisa: They don’t really care about us—just check your pipe

      Tuesday 13 October 2026
    • Dr Teelucksingh: How to raise the bar—changing legal age for alcohol, etc, must accompany other mechanisms

      Dr Teelucksingh: How to raise the bar—changing legal age for alcohol, etc, must accompany other mechanisms

      Sunday 11 October 2026
    • Diary of an autistic child: “They say I’m different—but I’m just me…”

      Diary of an autistic child: “They say I’m different—but I’m just me…”

      Wednesday 7 October 2026
  • Youth Football
    Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty

    Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty

    Monday 19 October 2026
    • Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?

      Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?

      Monday 19 October 2026
    • Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’

      Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’

      Sunday 18 October 2026
    • SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead

      SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead

      Saturday 17 October 2026
    • Boyce names T&T team for 8-a-side Fifa U-15 World Cup; Benedict’s coach to miss four Premiership games

      Boyce names T&T team for 8-a-side Fifa U-15 World Cup; Benedict’s coach to miss four Premiership games

      Friday 16 October 2026
    • SSFL 26: Hillview sack coach after 8 games; McMeo leaves newly promoted school in ninth place

      SSFL 26: Hillview sack coach after 8 games; McMeo leaves newly promoted school in ninth place

      Friday 16 October 2026
    • Dear Editor: TTFA Safeguarding Dept can use stakeholder concerns to strengthen its operations

      Dear Editor: TTFA Safeguarding Dept can use stakeholder concerns to strengthen its operations

      Friday 16 October 2026
  • Live Wire
    Live Wire Chronicles: T&T’s race to the bottom is sponsored by Kams and Kareem and…

    Live Wire Chronicles: T&T’s race to the bottom is sponsored by Kams and Kareem and…

    Sunday 2 August 2026
    • Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Spain rules the waves, as Yamal puts ex-babysitter to bed—plus our All-Star picks

      Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Spain rules the waves, as Yamal puts ex-babysitter to bed—plus our All-Star picks

      Monday 20 July 2026
    • Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Fifa suspends suspension of USA star Balogun as Trump trumps VAR

      Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Fifa suspends suspension of USA star Balogun as Trump trumps VAR

      Sunday 5 July 2026
    • Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Ten-man Portugal held by Congo, Messi’s golden boots prompt pandemonium, and Canadian immigration shades ICE

      Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Ten-man Portugal held by Congo, Messi’s golden boots prompt pandemonium, and Canadian immigration shades ICE

      Thursday 18 June 2026
    • Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Morocco’s global XI shine, an unexpected Brazilian hattrick, and Team Europe confounded (so far)

      Live Wire’s W/C Notes: Morocco’s global XI shine, an unexpected Brazilian hattrick, and Team Europe confounded (so far)

      Sunday 14 June 2026
    • Political commentary rules as Helon dethrones Machel; Live Wire marks Calypso finals

      Political commentary rules as Helon dethrones Machel; Live Wire marks Calypso finals

      Monday 3 March 2025
    • Live Wire: Crimson Sky on Plantation as Regents vote on Party’s future while Opposition plots response

      Live Wire: Crimson Sky on Plantation as Regents vote on Party’s future while Opposition plots response

      Thursday 9 January 2025
  • A/V Room
    Calling Caribbean university students: Boost job prospects and win gift voucher

    Calling Caribbean university students: Boost job prospects and win gift voucher

    Saturday 18 July 2026
    • Calling Caribbean university students: UWI and Uni of Warwick tackle regional job market

      Calling Caribbean university students: UWI and Uni of Warwick tackle regional job market

      Sunday 12 July 2026
    • Defiant NAAATT Junior and Senior Champs draw curtain on 2024

      Defiant NAAATT Junior and Senior Champs draw curtain on 2024

      Tuesday 2 July 2024
    • Unplugged: Jereem Richards, Keshorn Walcott and Tyra Gittens speak from the heart

      Unplugged: Jereem Richards, Keshorn Walcott and Tyra Gittens speak from the heart

      Sunday 30 June 2024
    • NGC/NAAATT Jnr & Snr Champs: Aaron Antoine endures tough opening day

      NGC/NAAATT Jnr & Snr Champs: Aaron Antoine endures tough opening day

      Saturday 29 June 2024
    • CYG 2023: T&T sprinter Trevaughn Stewart’s journey from sorrow to success

      CYG 2023: T&T sprinter Trevaughn Stewart’s journey from sorrow to success

      Monday 15 January 2024
    • CYG 2023: T&T’s Janae De Gannes reviews her epic long jump battle

      CYG 2023: T&T’s Janae De Gannes reviews her epic long jump battle

      Friday 12 January 2024
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  • Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty
  • Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?
  • Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’
  • Dr Teelucksingh: The daughter will take care of it—how to help when a relative becomes a caregiver
  • Dr Harris: The state and the economy—why divesting state assets is a complex issue
  • SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead
  • Boyce names T&T team for 8-a-side Fifa U-15 World Cup; Benedict’s coach to miss four Premiership games
  • SSFL 26: Hillview sack coach after 8 games; McMeo leaves newly promoted school in ninth place
  • Dear Editor: TTFA Safeguarding Dept can use stakeholder concerns to strengthen its operations
  • Subway to Glory: Who is your favourite SSFL Premiership player?
Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty
Monday 19 October 2026

Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty

“[…] The TTFA’s published Safeguarding Policy and Framework (version 3.0) says the TTFA ‘shall’ impo…

Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?
Monday 19 October 2026

Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?

“[…] A strategic plan should not simply articulate where an organisation hopes to be in four years. …

Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’
Sunday 18 October 2026

Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’

“[…] What impresses me most is his drive and determination. When he loses possession, he doesn’t sim…

Dr Teelucksingh: The daughter will take care of it—how to help when a relative becomes a caregiver
Sunday 18 October 2026

Dr Teelucksingh: The daughter will take care of it—how to help when a relative becomes a caregiver

Imagine her beside the hospital bed, handbag slipping off one shoulder, phone vibrating with message…

Dr Harris: The state and the economy—why divesting state assets is a complex issue
Sunday 18 October 2026

Dr Harris: The state and the economy—why divesting state assets is a complex issue

The recent announcement by the government to divest state assets has stimulated some conversations o…

SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead
Saturday 17 October 2026

SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead

St Anthony’s College climbed out of the relegation zone for the first time in the 2026 SSFL SporTT P…

Boyce names T&T team for 8-a-side Fifa U-15 World Cup; Benedict’s coach to miss four Premiership games
Friday 16 October 2026

Boyce names T&T team for 8-a-side Fifa U-15 World Cup; Benedict’s coach to miss four Premiership games

Coach Randolph Boyce has confirmed his 14-man squad which leaves Trinidad and Tobago on Monday to co…

SSFL 26: Hillview sack coach after 8 games; McMeo leaves newly promoted school in ninth place
Friday 16 October 2026

SSFL 26: Hillview sack coach after 8 games; McMeo leaves newly promoted school in ninth place

Hillview College have fired head coach Jeremy McMeo, midway through the 2026 Secondary Schools Footb…

Dear Editor: TTFA Safeguarding Dept can use stakeholder concerns to strengthen its operations
Friday 16 October 2026

Dear Editor: TTFA Safeguarding Dept can use stakeholder concerns to strengthen its operations

“[…] The TTFA could work with clubs, academies, parents and relevant child-protection stakeholders t…

Subway to Glory: Who is your favourite SSFL Premiership player?
Thursday 15 October 2026

Subway to Glory: Who is your favourite SSFL Premiership player?

Which player do you look forward to seeing in action the most on any given Secondary Schools Footbal…

Wellness

Dr Teelucksingh: The daughter will take care of it—how to help when a relative becomes a caregiver

Vaneisa: They don’t really care about us—just check your pipe

Dr Teelucksingh: How to raise the bar—changing legal age for alcohol, etc, must accompany other mechanisms

Diary of an autistic child: “They say I’m different—but I’m just me…”

Dr Teelucksingh: The Season of “Pinkwashing”—going beyond ribbons

Dr Teelucksingh: Why poor people are prescribed willpower—the politics of blame in health care

Dr Teelucksingh: The heat will find the poor first—defending against dangerous temperatures

Dr Harris: What would T&T look like if kindness was a watchword?

Vaneisa: Food for thought; the pros of buying local

Volley

  • Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty

    “[…] The TTFA’s published Safeguarding Policy and Framework (version 3.0) says the TTFA ‘shall’ impose …

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  • Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?

  • Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’

  • SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead

  • Boyce names T&T team for 8-a-side Fifa U-15 World Cup; Benedict’s coach to miss four Premiership games

View Point

  • Dr Harris: The state and the economy—why divesting state assets is a complex issue

    The recent announcement by the government to divest state assets has stimulated some conversations on …

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  • Dear Editor: Demonising Independent senators is a dangerous attack on T&T’s democracy

  • A Tribute to The Mighty Sparrow: The Birdie sings no more!

  • Dr Harris: There is evidence-based policymaking, and then there is T&T—are we betting against ourselves?

  • Dear Editor: How long will T&T allow TTPS to insult our intelligence over non-use of bodycams?

Day in the life of

  • “Energy cannot be destroyed, only transferred!” One-on-one with soca legend, Machel Montano

    “[…] If you’re trying to build something, it’s up to you to decide whether or …

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  • “I worked my way up from a labourer”… Day in the life of an industrial mechanic

  • “Teach your children to sound out words, not memorise them”: Day in the life of an online reading tutor

  • “This must be something that you love to do…” Day in the life of a nurse

  • Allum: “I’d love to represent T&T in squash at the 2028 Olympics!”

Dear Editor: 19 months without a verdict on Cooper case is a Safeguarding travesty

“[…] The TTFA’s published Safeguarding Policy and Framework (version 3.0) says the TTFA ‘shall’ impose conditions on a licence whenever a person is being investigated for abuse, a breach of the policy or a criminal offence. “[…] It says provisional sanctions can be appealed to the committee chair within five …

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Dear Editor: The Summit’s blind spots—TTFA presents ambitious vision; but where is the accountability?

“[…] A strategic plan should not simply articulate where an organisation hopes to be in four years. It should clearly demonstrate how it intends to get there, what resources are available, who is responsible for implementation and how progress will be measured. “Unfortunately, The Summit raises as many questions as …

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Subway to glory: ‘I truly admire Elijah David’s leadership and fighting spirit!’

“[…] What impresses me most is his drive and determination. When he loses possession, he doesn’t simply give up; he wants that ball back! “That fighting spirit, commitment and refusal to give up are qualities I truly admire…” Celeste Williams is unequivocal about her favourite player in the SSFL Premiership …

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Dr Teelucksingh: The daughter will take care of it—how to help when a relative becomes a caregiver

Imagine her beside the hospital bed, handbag slipping off one shoulder, phone vibrating with messages from work. Her father is recovering from a stroke and needs assistance with daily living. His tablets have changed and she is handed a prescription with handwriting that old schoolmasters would have disdainfully dismissed as …

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Dr Harris: The state and the economy—why divesting state assets is a complex issue

The recent announcement by the government to divest state assets has stimulated some conversations on the role of the state in the economy. In my opinion these conversations have been fairly limited given the magnitude and range of the divestment, including the Hilton Trinidad, Magdalena Grand Beach and Golf Resort, …

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SSFL 26: St Anthony’s stun San Juan 4-0 to climb out of relegation zone, CIC extend lead

St Anthony’s College climbed out of the relegation zone for the first time in the 2026 SSFL SporTT Premiership Division season, as they stunned San Juan North Secondary 4-0 today in Bourg Mulatresse—with all four goals coming in the last 16 minutes of the match. It was only the second …

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