Five Things Worth Knowing About Trinizuelans
Venezuela is very much in the news globally – especially here in Trinidad and Tobago, where there’ve been exchanges of strong words between the US embassy and the government, over the latter’s statement that it recognises the embattled government of Nicolas Maduro, and not the “interim President” claims of Juan Guaido, the leader of the […]
Due Diligence in Business Relationships
Simply put, due diligence refers to the caution any reasonable person should exercise before undertaking any financial transaction or entering into any contract or agreement. Technology creates new mediums and avenues for doing business but it also creates new ways for unsuspecting persons to get duped. Accordingly, persons should always exercise extreme care and caution […]
Samsung Comes of Age
What phones are Trinis and Tobagonians carrying in their hands, handbags and pockets? No one has done a strict accounting, but it’s clear to any observer that Samsung phones are among the most popular devices. Now Samsung is gearing up for the 10th anniversary of the launch of their hugely popular Galaxy line of smartphones. […]
A Conversation with Gary Griffith
Saturday morning 9 o’clock, and Gary Griffith is in his Port of Spain office. The Police HQ’s waiting room is filling up with people with appointments to see him. The next day he’d check himself into hospital for fatigue-related symptoms, but he has vowed to keep up his high-energy approach. When it’s LITT’s turn, he […]
Keeping Parang Real is keeping the Christ in Christmas
A turn off of the busy Eastern Main Road at Arouca, leads one up winding, hilly roads into the lush, beautiful green valleys of Lopinot. Parang country in Trinidad has several beating hearts and Lopinot – along with Paramin, St Joseph, Santa Cruz and Arima to varying degrees – is one of them. Many who […]
Ponche de Creme for a True Trini Christmas
To his great surprise, Kerby Corraspe sold 20 cases of ponche the crème the first Christmas, 2016, that he made the drink to satisfy orders from family, friends and their friends. With 12 bottles a case, it added up to 240 bottles. “Two years ago… my wife she had some friends who wanted some, so […]
Conversations with Dwight Yorke as Chivas and Man Utd. Team Up
Luxury blended Scotch whisky, Chivas, has teamed up with the world’s biggest football club, Manchester United (Man Utd.), in a three-year global partnership. The collaboration will see Chivas and ManU join forces to celebrate their collective belief that blended is better – in life, football and Scotch. Just as Chivas brings together Scotland’s best malt and grain whiskies to […]
T&T’s Talented Leading Lady – Taromi Lourdes
The country’s most sought-after actress, Taromi Lourdes is busy auditioning in the United States as this article is being written. She has just finished co-hosting season 1 of The Sisterhood, CCN TV 6 and finished a bustling time at the Trinidad and Tobago Film Festival(TTFF) 2018. With 3 films under her belt this year in […]
World Pasta Day: 6 Dishes To Get Your Carb Fix
Delicious, nutritious, and versatile, pasta is one of the world’s favourite foods! It’s no surprise then, that World Pasta Day is a thing. Celebrated on October 25th, every year, pasta lovers pay homage to bolognese, carbonara, ravioli, fettuccine, and all the other magical and life-changing dishes. World Pasta Day was established as an annual event at the […]
Flood Relief Donation/Collection Points
Following the floods in Trinidad and Tobago, donations are urgently needed to assist flood victims across the country. Popularly requested items: Bottled water, Baby supplies – food, diapers, wipes, Adult diapers, Canned and other food items, Toiletries – toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, deodorant, sanitary napkins, Towels, First Aid Kits, Mattresses, Blankets, Pillows, Clothes, Slippers, Cleaning supplies […]