Today, Trinidad and Tobago, and indeed the Caribbean, bids farewell to a true cultural giant. With the passing of Dr Slinger Francisco, the Mighty Sparrow, affectionately known as the Birdie, we have lost far more than a legendary calypsonian. We have lost a storyteller, a social commentator, an entertainer, a …

There is an old adage that says: “a wise man learns from the mistakes of others, while a fool learns from their own mistakes.” This seems fairly commonsense. If one sees someone else undertake an action which results in negative consequences, it would be foolhardy to expect a different result …

There can be no sugar-coating it. Trinidad and Tobago are in deep trouble now. At home against a traditionally generous visitor, the Soca Warriors fell to a meek 2-1 loss in Concacaf Nations League action last night. If only that was the worst of it. It is seven straight matches …

The prescription for healthy living was flawless, if I do say so myself. Grilled fish, fresh vegetables, fruits bursting with antioxidants, legumes, thirty minutes of exercise each day, eight hours of sleep, less stress, avoid all the fried foods that have become staples in our diet, take medications that may …

Fatima College and Naparima College shared the spoils on Mucurapo Road today, after a see-saw contest in a meeting between two Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) Premiership Division heavyweights. Fatima struck first through Tyler Edwards and probably created the better goal scoring chances. However, the hosts had to rely on …

“[…] It is nothing short of amazing how this current political directorate can go from conceptualization of 30 ‘police post’ to delivery, in a matter of days. Meanwhile, the issue of body cameras has been simmering on the back burners since Columbus’ arrival. “Each time the topic comes up, we …

Trinidad and Tobago will be without Orlando City speedster Tyrese Spicer for Sunday’s Concacaf Nations League against the Dominican Republic, as the Soca Warriors look to rebound from last night’s heartbreaking 3-2 loss against Haiti at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica. Spicer was hurt late in last night’s contest and, …

Trinidad and Tobago Men’s National Senior Team head coach Derek King might be wondering how he left Sabina Park empty-handed tonight, as the Soca Warriors led Haiti 2-1 after 90 minutes—only to concede twice in stoppage time. As a result, Haiti coach David Badia began his international career with a …

“[…] Concacaf has announced that a 16-team Women’s U-17 qualifying competition will take place in February 2027, as part of the pathway to the Fifa U-17 Women’s World Cup. “[…] So why, with the competition only months away, is there seemingly no visible U-17 women’s national programme preparing the girls …

Arima North Secondary made light work of a top of the table clash with Speyside Secondary today, as they moved to the top of the SSFL SporTT Premiership Division standings on the back of an 8-0 win at the Phase 2 Recreation Ground in La Horquetta. Captain Micha’el “Mickey” John …

Hillview College savoured a moment of top flight history this afternoon, as they secured their first ever Secondary Schools Football League (SSFL) Premiership Division win—with a 5-2 triumph away to St Anthony’s College in Westmoorings. Hillview and St Anthony’s were the only teams in action today, as they met in …

Covid-19 was a masterclass in socioeconomic inequities but heatwaves have also ignited pervasive disparities in our society. The elderly, those living alone, children, low-income communities, homeless, outdoor workers, athletes, stray animals and those with chronic illnesses bear the brunt of heat-related risks. Their limited access to air conditioning, inability to …