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Why the Ukrainian war matters to all of us
Posted: Friday, March 4, 2022
Why the Ukrainian war matters to all of us
This takes us to the elephant in the room. That of rising inflation. With many people on fixed salaries that are now at least five years old and with global prices increasing, this war in Ukraine threatens to add to that inflation. Higher oil prices will lead to higher shipping costs and the passing on of these increases to the consumers. It will likely result in higher wheat prices and with it flour prices, so from roti, to bread, to pastries, the possibility exist of higher prices.
Young names expert panel to probe Paria diving tragedy
Attorney-at-law Shiv Sharma will chair the committee, while subsea specialist Gregory Wilson, one representative each from BP and Shell and former Energy Chairman Eugene Tiah.
Opposition tells BP, Shell: Stay out of Paria inquiry
"We know that both Shell and BP depend on the government for approvals and licenses. We also know that the Ministry of Energy is the regulator of Shell's and BPTT's operations (in TT). We also know that Shell and BPTT are intimately involved in the Atlantic LNG facility as well as the 102 megawatt solar farm which has cost them, and by extension the taxpayers, over US$300 million.
Hundreds of murder accused now free to apply for bail
Despite the Appeal Court's ruling on the suspension of the judgement, the effects of the landmark case can still possibly be put on hold as the AG's Office is expected to apply to the United Kingdom-based Privy Council for a similar stay, pending the determination of its final appeal.
Parlatuvier fishermen upbeat over new depot
He said the THA executive council has approved and signed off on the depot, which will cost $1.5 million, minus furnishing. It is expected to be completed before the end of the year.
Deon Lendore laid to rest in Arima
Five elderly patients with comorbidities die from COVID-19
Health Ministry: No restrictions lifted as covid19 hospital cases drop
Turtle nesting season begins: NGO urges against driving on beaches
Any crimes involving these protected creatures should be passed on to the Forestry Division at the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries, the Wildlife Section and the Environmental Management Authority.
East Port of Spain Company provides showers, toilets to 400 households
But Thomas-Austin said EPOSDL has been trying to find ways to continue to improve the quality of life of residents in East Port of Spain. Responding to questions from Port of Spain South MP Keith Scotland, she said one of the ways this is being done is through the removal of public latrines and providing residents in need with flush toilets and showers in their homes.
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