Heartbreak for Hadeeds: To remain in prison pending Privy Council appeal

Dominic and Genevieve Hadeed will remain in prison after the Court of Appeal upheld an interim stay while the State appeals to the Privy Council. The couple has been detained since June 24 under preventive detention orders over an alleged plot to assassinate Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, Attorney General John Jeremie and others, despite not being charged.

By Rickie Ramdass

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Tobago Heritage Fair Recreates Family Days of the Past

The Tobago Heritage Festival continued on Friday with a Heritage Fair at the Scarborough Esplanade, recreating a traditional family day from years past. The event featured local food, games and cultural displays showing island life, highlighting Tobago’s efforts to preserve and share its heritage.

By Kandace Jackson

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2026 Tobago Heritage Festival Opens With Theatrical Gala

The 2026 Tobago Heritage Festival opened Thursday night at the Shaw Park Cultural Complex with a theatrical gala titled “She Becomes Whole.” The production encouraged Tobagonians to reflect on the stories and experiences that shaped their identity, setting the tone for the island’s annual celebration of heritage.

By Kandace Jackson

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TEMA Launches Community Effort To Collect Aid For Venezuela

Tobago Emergency Management Agency is urging residents to donate non-perishable food and other relief items for Venezuela after the twin earthquakes on June 24. To boost collections for the “Venezuelan Marathon Relief Drive,” TEMA will gather donations door to door and through collection points at local businesses and the Tobago Muslim community compound in Lowlands.

By Kandace Jackson

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Minister Phillip Alexander Calls For Transparency On Financing Of Balisier House

Minister in the Ministry of Housing Phillip Alexander said the public deserves transparency on how the People’s National Movement financed its Balisier House headquarters, which he noted rose from a party in debt to a $100 million building. He said the court case gives the PNM a chance to prove the project was funded legally and without corruption.

By Faith Cheruiyot

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DATT Hosts First Human Foosball Tournament To Promote Healthy Living

The Diabetes Association of Trinidad and Tobago used the country’s first Human Foosball Tournament to push its “Kick Big Soda Out of Sport” campaign, warning that sugary drinks and ultra-processed foods have no place in sport. Health Minister Dr Lackram Bodoe backed the event, which brought together 22 secondary schools and supports efforts to promote healthier eating in schools.

By Kevion John

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Feathered Friends: Giving Macaws And Parrots A Second Chance

Feathered Friends in Cascade, Port of Spain, is rehabilitating and rehoming rescued macaws and parrots after many arrived feather-plucked and neglected because of poor diet and lack of stimulation. Owner Johann Edwards says guided tours and school visits are meant to teach children to value birds as free-flying animals, not cage pets.

By Kevion John

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Freedom hangs in balance: Judges considering release

The Court of Appeal is deciding whether Dominic and Genevieve Hadeed should stay in prison while the State appeals their release order to the Privy Council. The State says they must remain detained because of alleged threats against Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and other officials, while their lawyers argue the evidence is too weak and Dominic Hadeed’s health is worsening.

By Rickie Ramdass

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Mexican Embassy, Marian House Use Culture And Football To Build Community Ties

Mexico’s Embassy and Marian House used the Horizons Initiative to strengthen ties with Trinidad and Tobago through cultural exchange, diplomacy and football. Ambassador Victor Hugo Morales Meléndez said diplomacy should reach local communities, while embassy representative Flavio González linked football, community support and Mexico’s sporting success as tools for opportunity and connection.

By TTT News

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Housing Ministry Moves To Address Neglect At Maloney Gardens

The Housing Ministry says it will begin fixing long-standing problems at Maloney Gardens, including unfinished contract issues, overdue rent collection and neglected maintenance. Minister Phillip Alexander said investigations are under way into HDC contract management, while residents wait for repairs that the ministry says will start next week.

By Faith Cheruiyot

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State raises concerns over Hadeed house arrest during appeal hearing

The State argued in the High Court that keeping businessman Dominic Hadeed and his wife Genevieve on house arrest while their appeal is heard would require six police officers around the clock and strict monitoring of communications. Their lawyers said the Appeal Court had already ruled they could pursue the case on unconditional release, as judges now deliberate.

By Derek Achong

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WASA manages supply as Hollis Reservoir slowly recovers

WASA says it is still managing water distribution in north east Trinidad as the Hollis Reservoir slowly recovers, but inflows remain too low to restore normal production. Customers in parts of Arima and nearby communities may continue to face reduced supply while the authority monitors conditions and adjusts distribution.

By Ryan Bachoo

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Minister Phillip Alexander Defends Proposed Data Centres Amid Calls For Suspension

Minister Phillip Alexander says Trinidad and Tobago should not resist data centres, arguing the country cannot stop a global shift to digital infrastructure and that modern facilities use closed-loop cooling systems that do not affect water supplies. His remarks come after three US-linked memoranda, including plans for a 300-megawatt data centre, amid public opposition and an online petition.

By Faith Cheruiyot

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Court permanently stops Jack Warner’s extradition case

The High Court has permanently halted Jack Warner’s extradition to the United States, finding that Trinidad and Tobago’s handling of the case breached his constitutional right to liberty. Justice Devindra Rampersad Reid said the authority to proceed was issued without a required specialty arrangement, and ordered damages and costs against the Attorney General.

By Chester Sambrano

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PM mourns passing of cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has expressed condolences on the death of cricket great Sir Garfield Sobers, calling him a Caribbean icon whose achievements shaped how the world saw the region. She said his legacy went beyond records, inspiring confidence, excellence and pride across Barbados, the wider West Indies and future generations.

By Chester Sambrano

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Legendary West Indies All-Rounder Sir Garfield Sobers Dies At 89

Sir Garfield Sobers, the Barbados-born West Indies great widely regarded as cricket’s finest all-rounder, has died at 89 at his home in Barbados. He set a then world-record Test score of 365 not out, took 235 wickets and scored at 57.78, leaving a lasting mark on West Indies cricket and the sport worldwide.

By Naasira Mohammed

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Two arrested; firearm seized after Chaguanas robbery

Two men were arrested and a loaded firearm seized after an armed robbery at a mini mart on La Clave Street in Edinburgh 500, Chaguanas, around 12:55 p.m. Police say the suspects fled in a silver Toyota Aqua after shots were fired and cash stolen, but were intercepted in Carlsen Field shortly after.

By Newsdesk

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Gopeesingh: Sobers the greatest I ever saw

NCRHA chairman Dr Tim Gopeesingh has joined the tributes to Sir Garfield Sobers, calling him the greatest all-round cricketer the world has produced. He said Sobers’ records, grace and character made him a symbol of Caribbean excellence who inspired generations of West Indians.

By Ryan Bachoo

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PM Hails Sir Garfield Sobers As ‘Defining Figure’ In World Sport

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar joined CARICOM, Barbados and the wider sporting world in mourning West Indies great Sir Garfield Sobers, calling him one of the Caribbean’s most distinguished sons and a global sporting icon. She said his career helped shape Caribbean confidence and international respect during the region’s post-colonial rise, and his legacy belongs to all the Caribbean.

By TTT News

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Service Sector Poised For Economic Growth

Trinidad and Tobago is aiming to lift export earnings to US$2 billion by 2027 and US$5 billion by 2030 by expanding its services sector, which already contributes 56.8% of GDP but only 11.2% of exports. The Ministry of Trade says new measures, including an export leadership team, Buy Local, Build Trinbago and a local business development policy, are meant to remove barriers and grow non-energy exports.

By Terry-Ann Browne-Campbell

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State contacts Privy Council for expedited hearing

The State has asked the Privy Council for an urgent hearing in the case of businessman Dominic Hadeed and his wife, Genevieve, who remain detained after the Court of Appeal’s order for their release was stayed late Thursday. The move follows their challenge to Preventive Detention Orders linked to an alleged plot to kill government officials, including the prime minister.

By Anna Ramdass

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LSA Warns Public Over Fake ‘Squatting Land’ Advertisement

The Land Settlement Agency has warned the public about a social media ad selling “squatting land” in Valencia with claims that buyers can get a Certificate of Comfort. The agency said those certificates stopped being available after October 27, 2000 and cannot be bought or transferred, while illegal State land sales may lead to investigation and prosecution.

By Gregory McBurnie

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NCRHA Chairman Dr. Tim Gopeesingh Pays Tribute To Cricket Legend Sir Garfield Sobers

NCRHA Chairman and former cricketer Dr. Tim Gopeesingh paid tribute to Sir Garfield Sobers after his death, calling him the greatest all-rounder cricket has produced and one of the game’s true giants alongside Don Bradman. He said Sobers inspired generations in Trinidad and Tobago and across the Caribbean through his records, grace and humility.

By TTT News

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Caricom: Sobers’ impact went beyond cricket

CARICOM has joined Barbados and the wider cricket world in mourning Sir Garfield Sobers, calling him a symbol of Caribbean excellence whose talent and humility won global admiration. The regional body said the West Indies great, who debuted in 1954 and captained the team from 1965 to 1972, inspired generations and helped define Caribbean sport.

By Ryan Bachoo

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Police seek help finding missing Tamana woman

Police in Trinidad and Tobago are seeking public help to find 60-year-old Phillis Beharry, who was reported missing after leaving her Tamana home on July 16. The TTPS says she was last seen wearing a grey jersey and pink skirt, and asks anyone with information to contact Cumuto Police Station or call 800-TIPS.

By Guardian

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New partnership creates jobs for abuse survivors

Conflict Women Ltd and Regency Recruitment and Resources Limited have signed an MoU to help survivors of gender-based violence find jobs and build financial independence. The partnership gives referred survivors priority consideration, résumé and interview support, and access to internships and apprenticeships, while also aiming to strengthen workplace readiness and long-term support in Trinidad and Tobago.

By Ryan Bachoo

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Dehring: Sir Garry embodied West Indies cricket

Cricket West Indies CEO Chris Dehring paid tribute to Sir Garfield Sobers after his passing, calling him the standard-bearer of West Indies cricket and one of the game’s greatest all-rounders. He said Sobers inspired generations across the Caribbean through his excellence, humility and pride in representing the region, leaving an enduring legacy for future players.

By Ryan Bachoo

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CXC to end SBAs for five subjects

CXC will overhaul its School-Based Assessment system from the 2027 academic year, keeping SBAs for practical subjects like Visual Arts, Music and Agricultural Science, but phasing them out for non-practical subjects such as Mathematics, English and Caribbean History. Those subjects will move to an updated Paper 032 format, as CXC says the changes are needed to protect assessment integrity amid growing use of AI.

By Kejan Haynes

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LSA warns against misleading social media ads selling squatting land

The Land Settlement Agency warned the public not to trust social media ads offering “squatting land” in Valencia or claiming a Certificate of Comfort can be bought or transferred. It said the certificate is non-transferable, applications closed in 2000, and illegal State land sales could lead to prosecution in Trinidad and Tobago.

By Ryan Bachoo

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Ten More Placed Under Preventive Detention Orders

Ten more people have been detained under Preventive Detention Orders signed by Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander between July 8 and 13. Authorities say they are linked to organised crime groups involved in armed robberies, shootings and home invasions, including gangs operating in the Monkey Town/New Grant area. They are being held at the Eastern Correctional Rehabilitation Centre or another designated site.

By Gregory McBurnie

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Shallow: Sir Garry redefined the meaning of greatness

Cricket West Indies President Dr Kishore Shallow has paid tribute to Sir Garfield Sobers after his death, calling the Barbadian icon the greatest cricketer ever and a lasting symbol of Caribbean excellence. Shallow said Sobers inspired generations across the region and offered condolences to his family, Barbados, and cricket fans worldwide.

By Guardian

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Sobers joins US-led talks on "far-left political terrorism"

Foreign and Caricom Affairs Minister Sean Sobers represented Trinidad and Tobago at a Washington, DC ministerial dialogue hosted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the resurgence of political terrorism. The talks bring together select countries to improve security cooperation, information sharing and responses to threats that can undermine democratic institutions, public safety and economic stability.

By Anna Ramdass

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Conflict Women Partners With Regency Recruitment To Create Jobs For Gender-Based Violence Survivors

Conflict Women Ltd. and Regency Recruitment and Resources Limited have signed an MoU to help survivors of gender-based violence in Trinidad and Tobago find jobs, build workplace skills and gain financial independence. The partnership offers priority referrals, résumé and interview support, internships and an annual Butterfly Project workshop, aiming to make recovery more sustainable.

By TTT News

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Land Settlement Agency Warns Public About Misleading Advertisement For Squatting Land In Valencia

The Land Settlement Agency is warning the public about a social media ad offering “squatting land” in Valencia and claiming buyers can get a Certificate of Comfort. It says CoCs are non-transferable, applications closed more than 20 years ago, and any sale or transfer of State land is illegal and may lead to prosecution in Trinidad and Tobago.

By TTT News

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Chaguanas businessman lost over $1m in cyber bank heist

A Chaguanas businessman says cyberhackers drained three accounts at a local commercial bank between June 24 and 25, stealing more than $1 million and nearly US$100,000, prompting a TTPS fraud and cybercrime investigation. The case has raised fresh concerns about online banking security, bank authorisation procedures, and the need for stronger national protections for businesses.

By Shivana Lal

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