Trinidad & Tobago Newsday

THE Children’s Authority has condemned a viral video circulating on social media that shows a man physically assaulting a young girl with what appears to be a phone charger. In a media release on October 18, the authority called for an end to corporal punishment and strongly denounced the actions depicted in the video. It […]

A ROAD ACCIDENT in Tobago on October 19 has claimed the lives of three people. The names of the deceased have not yet been released. Police said around 2.54 am, a white Nissan Latio with three occupants was travelling south on Shirvan Road when it collided with a silver Mitsubishi Lancer, near Le Grand Courlan […]

COMMISSIONER of Police Erla Harewood-Christopher’s decision to have officers revert to the traditional grey and blue uniform is a good move. While the announcement of this change was precipitated by yet another instance of criminals appropriating police gear, that disturbing trend is just one of many good reasons why the use of tactical wear should […]

Dara E Healy A FEW days ago, I looked at the photo of a school in Port of Spain that had to be dismissed early because of gunshots and felt an overwhelming sadness and frustration. The school looked like one of those post-Armageddon structures from violent 80s movies. Dirty, no greenery, and blocks that looked […]

THE EDITOR: According to TT’s Education Policy 2023-2027, the intended curriculum reforms support “the holistic development of skills and values, attitudes and behaviours of the ideal TT citizen…the minister shall contribute towards the development of the human resources, physical, mental, moral and spiritual needs of the community.” Despite these lofty goals the education system remains […]

RUSHTON PARAY AS WE embrace the digital shift in our economy, it is vital for consumers to understand the difference between cashless transactions and a cashless society. While these terms may seem similar, they represent different concepts. Cashless transactions are part of daily life, but a transition to a cashless society has broader implications. Consumers […]

THE EDITOR: In analysing our country’s crime, bullying, violence, including school indiscipline, it is my opinion that disrespect for one another and a general lack of expected behaviour – also the examples that our parliamentarians as exemplars are unable to significantly set – add to the violent culture that we now find ourselves dealing with. […]

I still enjoy breakfast; on weekdays I keep it simple but on weekends I always make a special breakfast. Go ahead and enjoy. In my humble opinion, it’s still the most important meal of my day, and I can enjoy breakfast all day! Bon appetit! Buttermilk pancakes with sauteed bananas 1½cups all-purpose flour 1 tbs […]

UWI has unveiled its six valedictorians for its 2024 graduating class. The ceremonies will take place at UWI SPEC, St Augustine on October 24-26. A media release issued on October 14 said the selected valedictorians embody “UWI pride,” highlighting academic achievement, leadership and steadfast perseverance in their respective study areas. Each year, the process of […]

TOBAGO all-rounder Joshua James, 23, received his maiden TT Red Force call-up for the upcoming CG United Super50 Cup, which bowls off at Sir Frank Worrell Memorial Ground, UWI-SPEC, St Augustine on October 29. James was selected in a 14-man squad, led by experienced wicketkeeper Joshua Da Silva, as they seek to defend their 2023 […]