I write this commentary from the point of view of the brokerage industry and the so-called perception within the insurance brokers fraternity where brokers pretend to support and help each other but behind the scenes are really cutting each other’s throats and bad-mouthing the smaller brokers to get ahead. To prevent their fellow brokers from […]readmore
‘Many underachievers and school dropouts in poverty-stricken and marginalised neighbourhoods are vulnerable and easily attracted to gangs’ IN 2013, a 16-year-old student was murdered on his first day at school at the Laventille Technology and Continuing Education Centre in T&T. In subsequent years there were reports of stabbings and fights in schools. These tragedies […]readmore
‘Other than basic fire and safety codes, how can we allow such places to run without strict regulations that not only protect their patrons but protect the park itself in cases of litigation’ WHEN it comes to children, even the most vigilant parent can get caught off guard and in those seconds, minutes, the […]readmore
WITH the budget coming up, and we know our economy is highly dependent on gas and oil. As every year governments base their revenues on oil and natural gas prices. Under the stewardship of the PNM government the sector has had many challenges over the last eight years. In fact, many energy commentators are saying […]readmore
By Jerome Teelucksingh MANY citizens are unaware of the reasons T&T moved from Independence in 1962 to Republican status in 1976. How can the ignored, downtrodden, exploited and victims of crime feel part of our Republican nation? Can the marginalised and forgotten believe they are equal citizens? In 2023 there is need for introspection. Any […]readmore
By Brendon Butts IN today’s digitally driven world, the role of technology in education cannot be understated. For a small developing nation like ours, embracing technological advancements and fostering innovation is not just a choice but a necessity for future prosperity. In this post, we aim to make a compelling case for the integration […]readmore
A MAJOR cause of underachievement among boys and men arises out of the […]readmore
By Prior Beharry FOUR-time Caribbean Premier League (CPL) champions the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) go into the finals against the Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) in the Curry Clasico at the National Stadium in Providence at 7 pm on Sunday. Depending on the winner, their respective supporters will say it was a case of curry chicken […]readmore
‘The hallmark of a functional nation and competent government is the ability to provide their citizens with a clean, daily supply of water’ WOES! Woes! ‘Twas a week of woes, I tell you! Dry pipes and water woes! We are a land of woes! Various communities, most notably in Southern Trinidad, took to […]readmore
By Prior Beharry THE Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Curry Clasico is now even-steven after the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) beat the Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) at the National Stadium in Providence on Wednesday night. This means that since the CPL started 11 years ago both teams each have 14 wins in the 28 matches they have […]readmore