“[…] For some children, reading happens naturally, but that’s not the case for a lot of children. “A simple rule like English words can’t end in the letter ‘v’ will teach children to spell so many words [like] ‘have’, ‘above’, ‘give’, ‘live’…” Wired868 highlights the day-to-day lives of everyday Trinbagonians in …
Read More »Dear Editor: “Lisa’s legacy will not be overshadowed by her untimely departure”
“[…] Lisa’s life was a beacon of love, compassion, and unwavering dedication. Her relentless pursuit to uplift others, especially young women, stood as a testament to her character. “As a mentor, she kindled a fire within countless souls, empowering them to dig deep, to endure, to rise resiliently amidst adversity. …
Read More »Noble: Different class, same struggle—why Farley’s house slave jibe jars
“[…] I’m a slave from a land so far/ I was caught/ And I was brought here from Africa…/ I’m a slaaaave from a land so far/ I was caught/And I was brought here from Africa/ “Ah toil, ah toil/ Ah toil, ah toil/ So haaaard each day…/ I’mm dying…/ …
Read More »Noble: Have we lost every drop of human kindness? Lisa Morris-Julian deserves better
“[…] I am saddened by those among us who cannot restrain ourselves from spewing bitter bile at this moment of great tragedy. “[…] Is there not a John McCain—the Republican presidential candidate who defended Barack Obama as a decent person—among us? No holding back the vile trolls on the Facebook …
Read More »On Lisa Morris-Julian: “[…] Her kindness, humility, and sense of purpose touched everyone…”
“[…] I first met Lisa many years ago when she was a young teacher, full of enthusiasm and an unwavering passion for serving others. Even then, she radiated a bright light that inspired everyone she encountered. “Her journey from the classroom to the corridors of public service was a natural …
Read More »Daly Bread: Uncertainties of Dragon Gas and Diego Martin
Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has put his political leadership of the People’s National Movement (PNM) into play, but he did so by ambiguous remarks in the House of Representatives (the House). As a consequence, there have been all kinds of rumblings. Moreover, we are still awaiting “the further positions” …
Read More »“This must be something that you love to do…” Day in the life of a nurse
“[…] Sometimes I drive to work, sometimes I travel. I have to always keep praying because, honestly, not every day I would feel like going. I have to keep talking to myself and say: ‘This is not for you; this is for the patients. They need help and you have …
Read More »Dear Editor: Why aren’t workers granted same salary considerations as those in power?
“[…] This development raises once again the need for constitutional reform to put the necessary mechanisms in place to prevent issues like these from raising their heads and creating doubt in the minds of ordinary citizens about whether decisions being made are really honourable. “Surely, recommendations for your own salary …
Read More »Daly Bread: Deflections and delusions, as General Election beckons
Contemporaneously with critical commentaries, the Prime Minister last Sunday attempted certain deflections of the Government’s decision—despite the parlous state of our finances—to accept for its members the hefty salary increases and backpay, which the Salaries Review Commission recommended (the SRC increases). However, it is reasonable to hold this Government accountable …
Read More »Daly Bread: Gov’t and Opposition must level with electorate on impact of expenditure
The next general election at its latest is now one year away. It should be incumbent on the contesting parties to tell us how they will manage the economy so that the country will keep its head above water financially. Cutting government expenditure is one way, but that immediately raises …
Read More »Dear Editor: PNM will lose moral authority—and elections—if it implements SRC recommendations
“[…] The Cabinet has adopted the same arguments advanced by trade unionists in support of their claims for hefty increases in the remuneration packages of their members. “The SRC surveyed the local, regional and international environment and discovered that the remuneration packages of those under its purview were wholly inadequate …
Read More »Dear Editor: Gov’t out of touch with proposed salary hikes for politicians
“[…] A glaring example of this disconnect is the Government’s approach to wage negotiations. While public servants are offered a mere 5% salary increase for 2020–2022—a proposal so meager it was sent to the Industrial Court—the Salaries Review Commission (SRC) has recommended massive raises for top officials. “[…] These increases, …
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