It was a slow morning at the downtown Carnival judging point at South Quay, Port-of-Spain, yesterday morning as few J’ouvert bands graced the stage. In fact, three hours into the Parade of the J’ouvert Bands, which began at about 6 a.m., only 11 bands crossed the stage, including Two Mother’s Promotions with “From Cocorite to [...]
Trinidad and Tobago: Slow Start to J’ouvert Celebrations in Port-of-Spain
February 12, 2013 | Posted by
Race Politics in Trinidad and Tobago
January 16, 2013 | Posted by
One of the ultimate, stupid, insipid, divisive, dysfunctional, Eurocentric variables that has reared its ugly head is the issue of race in the upcoming Tobago House of Assembly elections. At the outset, it must be emphasized categorically that the public “Calcutta ship” no-brainer, rubbish, diatribe vomited by Hilton Sandy only speaks volumes as to his [...]
How Nelson Mandela Changed Daren Ganga’s Life
October 21, 2012 | Posted by
Turning 20-years-old for most people is insignificant because 21 is around the corner, but for former Trinidad and Tobago cricket captain Daren Ganga his 20th changed his life after receiving a phone from South African President Nelson Mandela. As a 19-year-old, Ganga made his debut in December of 1998 for the regional side against South [...]
Trinidad’s Influence Worth Celebrating, 50 Years After Independence
August 29, 2012 | Posted by
Small in size but big on achievement. That might be the most fitting motto for the Caribbean nation of Trinidad and Tobago, which marks the 50th anniversary of its independence this Friday. The twin island republic gained independence from Britain in 1962. That heady period saw many other Caribbean islands follow suit, riding the wave [...]
On ‘Freedom’ Anniversaries – The Caribbean at The Crossroads
August 1, 2012 | Posted by
Jamaica – There is something quite special about the month of August in the political and cultural history of our Caribbean—this region that bridges the two Americas and constitutes a microcosm of the peoples and cultures of the world. Today, August 1, sees region-wide celebrations commemorating “Emancipation”, the final liberation of our enslaved African ancestors [...]
Travel Professionals of Color to Conference in Trinidad and Tobago
July 24, 2012 | Posted by
The vibrant heritage and multi-cultural lifestyle of Trinidad and Tobago will be on show from July 29 to August 4 as the 11th annual Travel Professionals of Color (TPOC) Conference, for only the second time in its history, is hosted outside of the United States. Authenticated as a TPOC heritage destination in 2011, the Caribbean’s [...]
Trindad’s Movement for Social Justice Withdraws From National Government
June 17, 2012 | Posted by
The Movement for Social Justice (MSJ) has removed itself as one of the five parties which form the coalition People’s Partnership government. In a six-page statement released by the party today, political leader David Abdulah said the government was not about changing the system of governance, which was the original intent, but rather changing faces [...]
Caribbean Trade Wars: Karl Samuda Calls For Jamaica To Leave CARICOM
June 12, 2012 | Posted by
Jamaica - A strident Karl Samuda yesterday declared that Jamaica should make it clear to Trinidad and Tobago that it refuses to be a receptacle for its goods. “Enough is enough. They must be made to understand that we are not their breadbasket. They are not here to reap the benefits and give nothing back [...]
Canada Set To Face Cuba In World Cup Qualifier in Havana
June 7, 2012 | Posted by
Cuba hosts Canada in a World Cup qualifying game Friday at Estadio Pedro Marrero in Havana. Kickoff is 2 p.m., with a midday forecast of 31C and the potential of thunderstorms and humidity making it feel more like 42C. “Welcome to the wonderful world of hospitality in the World Cup,” said TSN soccer analyst Jason [...]
Trinidad’s Government To Decide On Same Sex Marriage
May 12, 2012 | Posted by
GOVERNMENT is currently looking into the issue of gay and lesbian marriages and a decision will be made public at some point, said Foreign Affairs and Communications Minister Suruj Rambachan. “It is a matter being discussed by the Government at the moment and I’m sure that sooner or later you will be provided by a [...]
