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06/07/2024

Pan Trinbago president Beverley Ramsey-Moore described it as: “Joy unspeakable. It’s an awesome feeling. For the longest while, I have not seen the Opposition and Government coming together.”

“IT is our major gift to the world.” This was the view of University of Trinidad and Tobago’s (UTT) Prof Clement Imbert about pan finally being declared the national instrument

06/07/2024

Cornwall was, according to police, found by a passerby who heard several gunshots.

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A 25-year-old man was shot and killed in Point Fortin early this morning.

06/07/2024

The Parliament is required to go on recess from the first week in July.

THE Government pulled back on debating a bill yesterday because there seemed to have been a disagreement as to the continuation of the Parliament business in a rushed manner to

06/07/2024

During the virtual hearing, Justice Kangaloo said Ramlogan’s complaint of a conspiracy against him was unfounded as she was unable to identify any malicious intent on the part of officers in obtaining the warrants.

THE High Court has cleared the way for the witness-tampering case against former attorney general Anand Ramlogan, SC, to begin.This after Justice Nadia Kangaloo yesterday dismissed a constitutional motion brought

06/07/2024

He is to appear before an Arima magistrate on July 19.

There he will join his son, Aluko Ato Warner, along with seven other individuals, who were charged under the same act in May.

Businessman Allan Warner has been charged with the offence of processing aggregate without a licence.Warner, 74, of Tower 2, Tragarete Road, Woodbrook, was charged on Thursday. He had surrendered to

06/07/2024

Based on court documents, Ramnanan had applied for a promotion and had also provided the names of four schools as mandated by the TSC.

He was interviewed, was successful at the interview, and put on an order of merit list (OML) for the position.

THE High Court has ordered compensation in the amount of $80,000 to a secondary school teacher who filed a civil claim against the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) regarding his promotion.

06/07/2024

The Express obtained WhatsApp messages purporting to be between Griffith and the Prime Minister, and Griffith and Young.
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Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley and former national security minister Stuart Young have denied asking former police commissioner Gary Griffith to fast-track a Firearm User’s Licence (FUL) and a quarry-blasting

06/07/2024

Are you a fan of car shows and sound offs or 'hard pong' as we call it? Well stakeholders in the industry are at this time calling for a home as the look to formalize the novelty sporting entertainment sector.

Are you a fan of car shows and sound offs or 'hard pong' as we call it?

06/07/2024

CWI indicated in a news release yesterday that the organisation will “continue its quest for excellence in the selection system with ongoing restructuring efforts, including the implementation of new and improved processes”.

Cricket West Indies (CWI) director of cricket, Miles Bascombe revealed that incoming West Indies selectors on both the men’s and women’s side will be working under a system of “new

05/07/2024

They are the new kids on the block, but promise to be no pushovers. WITCO Credit Union's football team will be playing their opener on Saturday, but coach Ronaldo Russell says his players are confident going into the tournament.

They are the new kids on the block, but promise to be no pushovers.

05/07/2024

T&T player Tim Pasea says the aim of his teammates is to give 100 percent at the Davis Cup, regardless of what's to follow. The tournament is being hosted in Tacarigua later this month and Pasea continues to train religiously for it.

T&T player Tim Pasea says the aim of his teammates is to give 100 percent at the Davis Cup, regardless of what's to follow.

05/07/2024

History was made in the House of Representatives last night when Members of the Government and the Opposition approved a bill to designate the Steelpan as the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago.

History was made in the House of Representatives last night when Members of the Government and the Opposition approved a bill to designate the Steelpan as the national instrument of

05/07/2024

THE world of academia was thrown into mourning following the death of former dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Education and professor emeritus at The University of The West Indies (The UWI), St Augustine, Funso Aiyejina.

THE world of academia was thrown into mourning following the death of former dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Education and professor emeritus at The University of The West

05/07/2024

There is no correlation between the top performing student in the 2024 SEA examination and the top performing school, this from education Secretary Zorisha Hackett.

There is no correlation between the top performing student in the 2024 SEA examination and the top performing school, this from education Secretary Zorisha Hackett as she spoke during a

05/07/2024

Pan Trinbago is elated over the new developments in the Parliament concerning the steelpan as the national instrument of this country. The organisation believes it is going to foster more pride and propel the instrument forward.

Pan Trinbago is elated over the new developments in the Parliament concerning the steelpan as the national instrument of this country.

05/07/2024

Food supplies, generators, water, and medical supplies are just some of the many items being sent by Trinidad and Tobago to islands devasted by hurricane Beryl.

05/07/2024

OPPOSITION Senator Jayanti Lutchmedial said yesterday she had a list of 100 people she wished could be put in Woodford Square, Port of Spain, before a firing squad because she didn’t feel that they deserved to live in this society.

OPPOSITION Senator Jayanti Lutchmedial said yesterday she had a list of 100 people she wished could be put in Woodford Square, Port of Spain, before a firing squad because she

05/07/2024

Where the money gone? It's the question being asked by Court Pay clients, two of whom tell TV6, months, even years after payments are made through the online portal, they are still not in receipt of the funds. The Judiciary has responded.

Where the money gone? It's the question being asked by Court Pay clients, two of whom tell TV6, months, even years after payments are made through the online portal, they

05/07/2024

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service is seeking the urgent assistance of the public in locating four Venezuelan teens; Sharoll Cedeno, 14, Leoriannys Estanga, 16, Daniela Rivero, 16, and Lindavua De Oliveria, also 16 years old.

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service is seeking the urgent assistance of the public in locating four Venezuelan teens; Sharoll Cedeno, 14, Leoriannys Estanga, 16, Daniela Rivero, 16, and Lindavua

05/07/2024

As relief efforts continue, one humanitarian group, SEWA International joins the cause, to bring support items to persons on islands ravaged by hurricane Beryl. More from Nicole M Romany.

As relief efforts continue, one humanitarian group, SEWA International joins the cause, to bring support items to persons on islands ravaged by hurricane Beryl.

05/07/2024

The year, The UWI’s Garden Party is themed La Festa in Giardino and will be held on the grounds of the Campus Principal’s Office, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

As it rolls out the green carpet for its second Garden Party on Sunday, director of the Division of Student Services and Development (DSSD), Dr Deirdre Charles, is hoping the

05/07/2024

The government has announced that it will be giving Pan Trinbago land. And according to Pan Trinbago, that land is on the Waterfront in Port of Spain.

The government has announced that it will be giving Pan Trinbago land.

05/07/2024

Relatives of Soca star Shurwayne Wi******er lost everything in a fire at their Signal Hill Tobago home on Wednesday night. The fire occurred at around 8pm and left five adults and two children homeless. More in this Elizabeth Williams report.

Relatives of Soca star Shurwayne Wi******er lost everything in a fire at their Signal Hill Tobago home on Wednesday night.

05/07/2024

The National Security Minister reveals that there is a draft National Security Inter-Agency Concept of Operations. This, he says, is yet to be approved by the National Security Council.

The National Security Minister reveals that there is a draft National Security Inter-Agency Concept of Operations.

05/07/2024

The four-time International Soca Monarch winner said, seeing the pictures and videos of the vital supplies arriving on the hurricane-battered island, gave him “the best feeling I’ve had in the last 15 years”.

IWER George’s yacht Embassy was the first vessel to take relief supplies to the island of Carriacou following the devastation left in the wake of Hurricane Beryl.George greenlit a request

05/07/2024

THE BIG QUESTION
Should Government be allowed to have directors on the One Caribbean Media board?

05/07/2024

In response to questions by the opposition relative to government's nomination of two persons to the OCM Board, Minister in the office of the Finance Ministry Brian Manning says it’s all business.

In response to questions by the opposition relative to government's nomination of two persons to the OCM Board, Minister in the office of the Finance Ministry Brian Manning says it’s

05/07/2024

Government has got the Senate's approval for its Whistleblower legislation, but the opposition has deemed it bad law.

05/07/2024

In 1993, a former community development minister under the then-PNM government had recommended to the Cabinet that the pan be declared the national instrument.

Decades after its birth here in the 1930s, the pan has been declared the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago.Parliament on Wednesday night created history with the passage of legislation

05/07/2024

Two fatalities have been reported in Jamaica in the wake of Hurricane Beryl. The authorities are assessing the damage on the island.

Two fatalities have been reported in Jamaica in the wake of Hurricane Beryl.

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Soca Burnout

SOCA BURNOUT The National Centre for Persons with Disabilities today hosted a wellness Expo, offering a number of services and products to interested patrons. Express Chief photographer Dexter Philip was there and captured this video.

PRESSURE ALL AROUND Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank was at the ANR Robinson International in Tobago this afternoon, suffering along with the other island visitors to get a flight back to Trinidad after the suspension on Monday of the airbridge while Hurricane Beryl passed near the island.

NOT EVEN CLOSE A day after Hurricane Beryl touched Tobago, visitors who were stuck on the island have arrived in the capital of Scarborough and joined the line of vehicles trying to get into the ferry terminal, to be taken to Trinidad. The T&T Inter-Island Transportation Company has advised that attempts are being made to transport all stranded passengers on a first-come, first serve basis, with three sailings today, and three on Wednesday.

THA HEROES

THA HEROES Workers from the Tobago House of Assembly are still out along the island’s roadways, cleaning debris and fallen trees left behind by today’s inclement weather. Video by Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank

YACHTS DOCKED

YACHTS DOCKED Yachts are docked at the Foreshore from up the islands as they seek refuge from Hurricane Beryl. Video by Express photojournalist ISHMAEL SALANDY.

CLEANING THE ROAD Residents are cleaning Bloody Bay Road in Tobago this afternoon, where trees appear to have fallen due to inclement weather. Video by Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank.

A FISHERMAN'S EXPERIENCE Tobago fisherman Need Celestine (aka Rambo) shares his experience with Hurricane Beryl as it passed over Tobago earlier this morning. He spoke with Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank in Charlotteville today.

ROUGH SEAS This is the scene near Argyle Enterprise Centre in Tobago. The island has been downgraded to a Tropical Storm watch following the passing of Hurricane Beryl. Video by Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank

THE WORST IS BEHIND US

THE WORST IS BEHIND US The Hurricane Warning for Tobago has been downgraded to a Tropical Storm Warning. At 11 am, Hurricane Beryl was located at 12.4N latitude, 61.3 W longitude. The potential for hurricane force winds has decreased significantly as Hurricane Beryl moves away from the island.

RIDING OUT THE STORM A flock of anhingas off Kings Wharf, San Fernando this morning. South Trinidad escaped the worst of the passage of Beryl. Video by multimedia journalist Cindy Raghubar Teekersingh.

MARACAS EMPTY

MARACAS EMPTY There are no visitors at Maracas beach this morning, only strong waves and rain. Video by Express photojournalist ISHMAEL SALANDY.

Scarborough Tobago is experiencing heavy rainfall and high winds at this time. Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank captured these videos of a flock of birds flying low near the coast.

STAY SAFE AND PRAY Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank shares his experience while covering Hurricane Beryl in Tobago on Monday.

TENTS TIED DOWN This is the view from the Maracas Lookout this morning, where vendors tied down their tents, in preparation for heavy winds from Hurricane Beryl. Video by Express photojournalist Ishmael Salandy.

BERYL REACHES BUCCOO: Fishermen try to secure their boats as Hurricane Beryl brings heavy rainfall and strong winds in Buccoo. Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank tells us more.

DARK CLOUDS OVER CENTRAL: Central Trinidad remains overcast, with dark clouds and high winds, on Monday morning. This was the scene near the Charlieville overpass. Video by Ishmael Salandy.

DO YOU SEE THE EYE? Latest satellite imagery from (NOAA) NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER and CENTRAL PACIFIC HURRICANE CENTER of the predicted pathway of Hurricane Beryl between 7:05am to 11:35am July 1st.

PICKING UP SPEED AT PIGEON POINT Our Jermaine Cruickshank is out and about in Tobago this morning. He reports that the wind and rain are increasing.

TOBAGO WAKES TO BERYL Express photojournalist Jermaine Cruickshank takes us on a drive through Scarborough, Tobago, as Hurricane Beryl makes landfall on Monday morning.

RED ALERT IN TOBAGO Hurricane Warning #8 for Tobago - RED LEVEL Updated Issuance time #13 (local time) Mon, Jul 01, 2024 05:07 AM A Hurricane Warning is in effect for Tobago. This means there is a higher potential for hurricane conditions, including sustained winds in excess of 118 km/h, within the warning area, in this case within the next 7 hours. As of 5 am, Hurricane Beryl was located near 11.7°N 59.9°W, approximately 93km northeast of Tobago, moving west near 31 km/h. Periods of showers and gusty winds have been observed and further deterioration is expected with gusts in excess of 70km/h. There is a high chance (90%) of hazardous seas with large, battering waves. Mariners should expect wave heights to increase significantly, posing a danger to small craft, coastal and offshore activities. Strong currents and choppy seas will make navigation hazardous. The next update will be at 8 am (Monday 01st July 2024) or earlier if necessary. Take immediate actions to protect their lives, livelihoods, and property. Shelter in place or evacuate to a safe location if your home is unsafe or vulnerable to flooding or wind damage. Secure food, water and medicine for at least 7 days in waterproof containers. Outdoor drains should be clear and loose objects secured by now. Sandbags should be near all entrances to your home.

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The Trinidad Express was founded in 1967 by a group of journalists who found themselves displaced when the British-owned “Daily Mirror” was brought out by foreign owners of the rival Guardian newspaper. They enlisted the help of a number of their country’s leading businessmen and on June 6 1967 the first paper rolled off the presses. The popular wisdom was that it would not have lasted three months but it not only lasted but prospered. Fifty years later it is now owned by its holding company, Caribbean Caribbean Network (CCN), which also owns the country’s leading television station TV 6 and has significant holdings in a number of Caribbean media houses.

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