“Then prime minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in April 2015: ‘We believe inherently in the sovereignty of nations and so we stand with you President [Nicolás] Maduro for your sovereignty and for the determination of the right of your people to be governed as they choose’…” The following Letter to the Editor …
Read More »US Embassy ‘deeply concerned’ by T&T’s stance on Venezuela; Caricom re-affirms non-intervention
“Democracy and prosperity require tough choices…” The following release on Trinidad and Tobago’s recognition of Venezuela president Nicolás Maduro’s government was issued by US Ambassador Joseph Mondello: Venezuelan Interim President Juan Guaidó and the democratically elected National Assembly have the full recognition and resolute support of the United States of …
Read More »Heartbreak! How state body’s irresponsible act threatened future of Mahmud, Ayyub and Felicia
“What was the point then of saying that the mother had not reported it, if not to paint her an indifferent and uncaring lout? “This of course was to set the stage for the follow-on narrative of: ‘why should the government care if the mother doesn’t’—and to deflect attention away …
Read More »‘Every mickle mek a muckle!’ How to safeguard yourself financially in tough economic times
“Right now you’re in survival mode, firmly planted in the present. All annuities should stop. Any other retirement saving or investing should cease. “[…] The vultures are coming. Apparently it’s feeding season for everybody from insurance agents to car salesmen when they know a few thousand people on our little …
Read More »Clayton Morris: How could Fakoory sell St Ann’s Rangers when it wasn’t his to begin with?
“Contrary to what [Richard] Fakoory said, his company, Superstar, actually came on board at Rangers in the mid-1980s. “[…] We in St Ann’s are very much concerned with the decision to move St Ann’s Rangers to La Horquetta. Who gave Mr Fakoory the rights to sell St Ann’s Rangers? What …
Read More »Dear Editor: ‘One shot, one kill’ is common sense; T&T intelligentsia is taking CoP statement out of context
“The CoP has also made it pellucidly clear that his statement was not a licence to kill unarmed perpetrators or perpetrators, who do not pose an imminent threat and are armed with lethal weapons… How much clearer can the CoP be?” The following Letter to the Editor regarding criticism of …
Read More »Corneal: We need to save our football! TTFA TD withholds services claiming ‘inhumane treatment’ by DJW
“I have been promised salary payments continuously but to no avail. I had meetings with the President and the General Secretary indicating the inconvenience of not being paid, and the toll it is taking on my life… “I am tired of the disrespectful and inhumane manner in which I have …
Read More »Dear Editor: President Weekes’ ‘education’ overhaul is too vague to threaten status quo
“Everyone seems to be in agreement with president [Paula Mae] Weekes’ [call to overhaul our education system], which isn’t surprising for two reasons: she’s the President; and she offered no concrete examples of what an overhaul would constitute. “This vagueness allows anyone to agree to an overhaul, according to whatever …
Read More »Dear Editor: Will separating Groovy and Power revive International Soca Monarch?
Ian ‘Socapro’ Henry: “As soon as the current ISM organisers made the mistake of removing the separate Groovy Soca and Power Soca categories in 2016, the show has rapidly and steadily gone downhill in terms of excitement and audience attendance. This is no coincidence…” Martin Raymond: “Sorry, I totally disagree with …
Read More »Developing T&T: How sidewalks can change our lives; benefits of walkable communities
“In the words of Jan Gehl, renowned observer of city life, ‘cities must urge urban planners and architects to reinforce pedestrianism (walkability) as an integrated city policy to develop lively, safe, sustainable and healthy cities… and an open and democratic society’.” The following blog on urban development and walkable communities …
Read More »Baldeosingh: ‘Capitalism and Slavery’ and history lessons won’t help blacks; deal with their dependency syndrome
“The problems bedevilling the Afro-Trinidadian community have nothing to do with ignorance of history or their ‘true’ African identity. “Rather, these issues arise from a dependency syndrome created by government make-work, a low marriage rate, and the devaluation of ideas—which underlie the progress of all advanced societies and groups, such …
Read More »Dear Editor: Arima-based Brian James Ruiz Academy needs funds for south France trials
“The Brian James Ruiz Football Academy must raise 15,0000 Euros (TT$116,000) by Friday 11 January or risk losing a golden opportunity to travel to Montpellier, France for a Elite Trial Tour.” The following Letter to the Editor was submitted by Marcus Dingwall, president of the Brian James Ruiz Football Academy: …
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