In what could easily pass for a press release from a seasoned statesman, former incarcerated dancehall superstar Vybz Kartel has voiced support for the Trinidad and Tobago Government’s decision to limit his movements during an upcoming visit. Yes, you read that right—Kartel, known for his lyrical fire and rebellious streak, has taken a detour from … Read more
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has confirmed that there will be no refunds for property tax payments already made, despite earlier statements by Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo suggesting otherwise. At a post-Cabinet press conference, Persad-Bissessar clarified that she had never promised refunds and questioned where the funds for such reimbursements would come from, highlighting the financial … Read more
A man and a woman are in police custody following the kidnapping of an 11-month-old baby boy from his home in Laventille, Trinidad. According to police reports, the child’s mother awoke yesterday to find her door open and her baby missing. After providing detailed information to the authorities, the matter was relayed to the Tobago … Read more
Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel, born Adidja Palmer, is scheduled to arrive in Trinidad and Tobago on May 26, 2025, ahead of his performance at the One Caribbean Music Festival on May 31. However, his visit has been met with restrictions imposed by Defence Minister Wayne Sturge, who has curtailed several of Kartel’s planned engagements. … Read more
May 15, 2025 | Port of Spain As Erla Harewood-Christopher bows out of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service on what marks the final day of her contract, Acting Commissioner of Police Junior Benjamin has stepped forward to confront the swirling public narrative, dismissing claims that her suspension and arrest were part of an internal … Read more
In an unexpected turn of events, Tiana Lewis-King, a 23-year-old nursing assistant at the Georgetown Hospital, has found herself in a legal mess after allegedly lying about her involvement in the autopsy of 11-year-old Adriana Younge. The nursing assistant, who was recorded by someone else while making the claim, has been charged with inciting terrorism … Read more
UWI Seismic Research Centre Issues Preliminary Report The University of the West Indies Seismic Research Centre (UWI SRC) has reported that a magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 8:41 p.m. local time (00:41 UTC on May 12). According to automatic calculations from the SRC, … Read more
Soca sensation Yung Bredda received a warm and vibrant welcome upon his arrival at Sandals Grenada, marking a memorable moment in his ongoing Caribbean tour. The resort staff greeted him with enthusiasm, singing his hit song “Greatest Bend Over” as he entered the premises. The lively reception was captured in a video shared by NEXT … Read more
Yung Bredda Spreads Vibes and Wisdom in Saint Lucia Trinidadian artist Yung Bredda brought more than just electrifying performances to the Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival this year. As a standout in the Caribbean Fusion segment, he energized the stage with his trademark charisma and infectious energy, earning cheers from fans across the island. … Read more
Minister in the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries, Ernesto Kesar, has been fully briefed on the incident that occurred on Friday at Cluster S-912 in the South-West Soldado Field—an offshore area operated by Heritage Petroleum. The development comes as the government intensifies efforts to manage and contain the spill, which has raised serious environmental … Read more