Basdeo Panday, a former prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago who was the first person of Indian descent to hold that position, has died. He was 90. Panday died on January 1 last, surrounded by his family, according to a statement that his daughter, Mickela Panday, posted on social media. “He passed with his boots […]
Ricardo Drue, a soca singer renowned in his native Antigua and Barbuda and among the Caribbean community around the world, has died at the age of 38. Multiple Caribbean outlets reported that Drue was found unresponsive, and was rushed to a hospital in St. John’s, the capital of Antigua and Barbuda. Hours later, Drue’s fiancé […]
By Stephen Weir Trinidad and Tobago delivered a shocking one two punch to Major League Soccer, when two local players, Tyrese Spicer and Wayne Frederick were named the top two players chosen in this week’s Super Draft. It was a sporting earthquake that sent shockwaves through Toronto, Port of Spain and the world of Major […]
In a prestigious ceremony held at the National Academy of Performing Arts in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Tobago Gold Chocolate Rum Cream was lauded for its remarkable growth, exceptional commercial performance, and profound influence on the wine and spirits industry. Since its inception in the summer of 2021, this Caribbean-inspired liqueur has been making waves. […]
Banjela of Trinidad and Tobago was presented with the Best Calypso/Soca Award at the 9th Annual African Entertainment Awards USA (AEAUSA) held last Sunday at Newark Symphony Hall, New Jersey. Banjela came out tops among 10 talented nominees. The AEAUSA supports and celebrates African entertainment and achievements on a global scale, with the vision of […]
By Lincoln DePradine Kolin Alexander, in a brief pause at last Sunday’s “Soca Parang Lime” that featured former Trinidad and Tobago Calypso Monarch, Scrunter, reminded patrons that amidst the fun, there was also a serious purpose to the event. Some of the proceeds from the event will support two scholarships established in the name […]
The vibrant rhythms of soca and the festive spirit of Christmas are set to collide in a spectacular way as the renowned calypsonian Baron (Timothy Watkins Jr), and fondly referred to as the “Sweet Soca Man,” takes center stage at the highly-anticipated “Soca Gold Christmas Edition” event. The action will take place at Diamonds Lounge, […]
The London-based Privy Council has ordered Trinidad and Tobago former government minister Jack Warner to repay TT$1,505,493 plus interest to Krishna Lalla, a businessman who had sourced the money from Real Time Systems Limited for Warner. The judgment, handed down on Monday, arose out of an initial 2018 ruling of Trinidad and Tobago High Court […]
Helen Bhagwansingh who was reported to be Trinidad and Tobago’s richest person, died in Trinidad last Sunday after ailing for some time. She was 83. She and her husband, Hubert, built Bhagwansingh’s Hardware and Steel Industries Ltd with its first location in Port of Spain. The business grew with the acquisition of several other […]
Nestled at the southern end of the Windward Islands, just 22 miles northeast of its larger counterpart, Trinidad, Tobago is a hidden gem in the Caribbean. Measuring only 27 miles in length, this island is a friendly and authentic destination that can be fully explored in just one week. Tobago boasts a diverse range of […]
