Trinidad and Tobago News

Browne: T&T lost opportunities with Venezuela

For­mer min­is­ter in the Min­istry of Fi­nance Mar­i­ano Browne be­lieves Trinidad and To­ba­go has lost op­por­tu­ni­ties to strength­en trade with Venezuela and must now fo­cus…

By Andrea Perez-Sobers

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Cunupia residents get road relief as Ameen warns of funding shortfall

While res­i­dents of Wel­come Road, Cunu­pia, can fi­nal­ly en­joy a smooth dri­ve to and from their homes af­ter years of dust and pot­holes, the min­is­ter with re­spon­si­bil­i­…

By KEVON FELMINE

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Former PSA president: Union agreement needed for public servants’ arrears payout

At­tor­ney, in­dus­tri­al re­la­tions spe­cial­ist and for­mer Pub­lic Ser­vices As­so­ci­a­tion (PSA) pres­i­dent Clyde Weath­er­head says the Gov­ern­ment can­not uni­lat­er­al­l…

By Dareece Polo

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

TTPS trains senior officers ahead of Special Operations Act rollout

The Trinidad and To­ba­go Po­lice Ser­vice (TTPS) has be­gun train­ing of­fi­cers who will take part in op­er­a­tions un­der the Spe­cial Op­er­a­tions Act, as well as those who wi…

By Anna-Lisa Paul

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Police release some suspects in TSTT probe as no charges laid yet

Al­though six men were ar­rest­ed and ques­tioned in con­nec­tion with last Sat­ur­day’s mil­lion-dol­lar ar­son at­tack at the TSTT com­pound in Laven­tille, po­lice are yet to la…

By Anna-Lisa Paul

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Thomas Clarke wins third straight Tobago Calypso Monarch crown

Stephon Nicholas

By Guardian

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Union heads challenge PM’s claims on protests

Se­nior Po­lit­i­cal Re­porter

By Guardian

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Singh’s killing sparks calls for greater protection of lawyers

At­tor­ney Tara­dath Singh, who sur­vived a mur­der at­tempt out­side his Ch­agua­nas home last month, was shot dead on Tues­day, af­ter warn­ings from friends to avoid pre­dictab…

By Guardian

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Couva chamber condemns shooting; calls for stronger security from TTPS

Shas­tri Boodan

By Guardian

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Two women killed in brazen attack at Couva spa

Sascha Wil­son

By Guardian

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Religious leaders warn political rhetoric threatening racial harmony

Two re­li­gious lead­ers are sound­ing the alarm over in­creas­ing­ly hos­tile po­lit­i­cal rhetoric, call­ing on Prime Min­is­ter Kam­la Per­sad-Bisses­sar and Op­po­si­tion Leade…

By Jesse Ramdeo

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

NCIC board calls for Mangaroo’s head over Divali Nagar funding fiasco

Akash Sama­roo

By Guardian

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

PM stands by UN vote; says Cubans deserve democratic freedoms

Akash Sama­roo

By Guardian

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

T&T TURNS BACK ON CUBA

Trinidad and To­ba­go’s his­toric de­ci­sion to vote against a Unit­ed Na­tions Gen­er­al As­sem­bly (UN­GA) res­o­lu­tion call­ing for an end to the Unit­ed States’ eco­nom­ic em­…

By KAY-MARIE FLETCHER

Retrieved Oct 29, 2026

Rowley: T&T’s vote against Cuba embargo ‘shameful’

Trinidad and Tobago’s vote against a United Nations resolution calling for an end to the US’ economic embargo of Cuba  has drawn criticism from former Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowl…

By Khamarie Rodriguez

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Kamla invokes democracy to defend break with Cuba embargo stance

As the government moved to break its historical voting precedent in favour of ending a cold war-era US embargo on Cuba, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar says the country conti…

By Khamarie Rodriguez

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Animae Caribe Marks 25 Years of Animation

What began as a small animation festival has grown into a regional creative movement.

By TTT News

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

4-H students encouraged to embrace sustainable agriculture

GML Cor­re­spon­dent

By Shastri Boodan

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Cunupia Residents Get Relief As Welcome Road Upgrades Completed

It was a welcome sight for residents of Welcome Road in Cunupia on Wednesday as rehabilitation works on a 500-metre stretch of roadway were officially completed.

By Kevion John

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

PM Persad-Bissessar Defends T&T’s Vote Against UN Resolution On Cuba

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC has defended Trinidad and Tobago’s decision to vote against a United Nations resolution on Cuba, saying it reflects the Government’s commit…

By TTT News

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Nicole Thomas-Clarke Secures Third Consecutive Tobago Calypso Monarch Title

Nicole Thomas-Clarke retained her Calypso Monarch title at Tobago Carnival 2026 for a third straight win, taking home $100,000 for her song “Respect.” The competition in Scarborough featured 10 calypsonians tackling Tobago’s issues through social commentary, with Wendy Garrick second and Chevelle Williams third.

By Kandace Jackson

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Licensing staff to undergo customer service training

The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation will launch customer service training for Licensing Office staff nationwide to improve professionalism, communication, accountability and handling of public enquiries. Minister Eli Zakour said the programme is part of wider reforms, including system modernisation and expanded online services, aimed at giving Trinidad and Tobago residents better, more consistent service.

By Newsdesk

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Six Questioned As Police Investigate $20 Million Fire At TSTT Compound

Police are seeking public help to identify those behind a suspected arson attack at TSTT’s Laventille cable yard, where Molotov cocktails caused about $20 million in damage. Six people have been questioned, some released, and investigators say the suspects may have fled on foot from nearby areas; tips can be shared anonymously.

By Faith Cheruiyot

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

T&T Expresses Condolences And Solidarity Following Fatal Train Collision In Spain

Trinidad and Tobago has expressed condolences to Spain after a high-speed train crash south of Madrid killed at least 68 people and injured dozens. The Foreign and CARICOM Affairs Ministry said it is monitoring the situation, checking whether any Trinidad and Tobago nationals were affected, and offering consular assistance through its embassy in Brussels.

By TTT News

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Investigations Continue Into Couva Double Murder And Attorney Taradath Singh’s Killing

Police are investigating a double murder at Soho Beauty Haven in Couva, where a gunman shot two women and fled, with detectives still trying to establish a motive and identify him. Investigations are also continuing into the killing of attorney and former police officer Taradath Singh in Charlieville on Tuesday.

By Faith Cheruiyot

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

TTMA Moves To Strengthen Trade And Investment Ties With Venezuela

The Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association is working to deepen trade and investment ties with Venezuela after meeting with representatives from Sucre State in Trinidad and Tobago. The talks focused on expanding market access, goods and services exchange, and new business opportunities, while the TTMA also plans to lead a trade delegation to Venezuela in August 2027.

By TTT News

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

T&T breaks with 30+ year record, votes against Cuba embargo resolution

Trinidad and Tobago voted against a UN General Assembly resolution calling for an end to the US embargo on Cuba, breaking with more than 30 years of support for the measure. The resolution passed 130-17, as Cuba warned the embargo is worsening fuel, food and medical shortages with serious humanitarian effects.

By Khamarie Rodriguez

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

TTPS gets two thumbs-up from residents in San Juan

Residents and business owners in San Juan say they feel safer after months of increased police visibility in the North Eastern Division, and the TTPS says it is expanding station councils nationwide to strengthen community policing. Deputy Commissioner Suzette Martin said the goal is to build trust and hear public concerns, while some locals still called for tougher action on drugs and better treatment of youths.

By Anna-Lisa Paul

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

MP Sean Sobers Welcomes Strong Turnout At Tabaquite Divali Observance

More than 200 people gathered in Tabaquite on Tuesday for a Divali observance hosted by MP Sean Sobers, with residents joining in prayers, performances, tassa drumming and deeyas. Sobers said the turnout showed how Divali brings together people across Trinidad and Tobago, while local councillor John Lezama called it a sign of strong community spirit.

By Terry-Ann Browne-Campbell

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

T&T votes with US against Cuba embargo resolution

Trinidad and Tobago voted with the United States against a UN resolution calling for an end to the American embargo on Cuba, breaking with more than three decades of support for lifting it. The shift puts T&T at odds with much of Caricom and comes as the General Assembly again backed the non-binding call by 130 votes to 17.

By Kay Marie Fletcher

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Angry Jeremie: Vieira crossed the line with budget criticism

Attorney General John Jeremie angrily rejected Independent Senator Anthony Vieira’s criticism of the government’s budget debate performance, saying the attacks on his work ethic and fairness crossed the line. Vieira had accused the government of failing to explain billions in spending and warned that funding allocations could disadvantage some communities for political reasons. Jeremie said the budget had been properly scrutinised and distributed more equitably than before.

By Anna Ramdass

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

AG meets US Embassy officials on human trafficking

Attorney General John Jeremie met with a US Embassy delegation to discuss human trafficking in Trinidad and Tobago and across the Caribbean, with both sides focusing on stronger cooperation against cross-border criminal networks. Talks covered better victim identification, investigations, prosecutions, evidence handling and survivor services.

By Newsdesk

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Spa owner, 64-year-old woman killed in attack

Two women, beauty spa owner Kavita Deosarine, 55, of Freeport, and Cheryl Dickson, 64, of Couva, were shot dead in an attack in Couva on Wednesday morning. Police said a gunman in a blue coverall entered the spa around 9:20 a.m. and fired at both women before fleeing; the killings are under investigation.

By Susan Mohammed

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

UN condemns US economic embargo of Cuba though more nations sit out after Trump administration push

The U.N. General Assembly voted 130-17, with 25 abstentions, to condemn the U.S. embargo on Cuba for the 34th straight year, but support dropped sharply as several Western countries and others broke with past backing. The vote comes as Cuba faces worsening shortages and blackouts amid escalating U.S. pressure over its government.

By GUARDIAN MEDIA NEWSROOM

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026

Spa owner and customer shot dead in Couva

A spa owner and a customer were fatally shot at SOHO Beauty Heaven in Couva around 9.20 a.m., police said. The victims were identified as Kavita Deosarine, 55, of Midway Park, Freeport, and Cheryl Dickson, 64, of La Croix Street, Couva. No one else was hurt, and police are investigating.

By Sascha Wilson

Retrieved Oct 28, 2026