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Palestinian envoy 'alarmed'
Posted: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Palestinian envoy 'alarmed' at growing T&T-Israel ties
Palestinian Ambassador to Caricom and Trinidad and Tobago Dr Linda Sobeh Ali says she is “alarmed” by growing engagement between Trinidad and Tobago and Israel, but remains confident the Government will maintain its support for Palestine.
National Trust to mark World Steelpan Day with pan heritage experience
The event, titled PAN Heritage: The Experience, will run from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and is designed to showcase the evolution of the steelpan while highlighting the cultural traditions that gave rise to Trinidad and Tobago's national instrument.
Farley: Racism destroys tourism, unity
He made the statement on Wednesday during an urgent meeting of stakeholders at the Masjid in Lowlands.
The meeting was organised by Tobago Muslim Community leader, Kameel Ali, who expressed grave concern over the current climate as he urged leaders to tone down the racial rhetoric.
More than 66,000 use domestic airbridge in July
The airline said the figures highlighted the importance of the domestic airbridge in maintaining connectivity between Trinidad and Tobago during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
Trade unions urge action after job losses; seek assurances for Hilton workers
Trade union leaders are criticising what they describe as the silence of some labour organisations following reports of nearly 6,000 job losses in the first quarter of 2026. They are also calling on the Government to provide assurances to workers amid uncertainty over the future of Hilton Trinidad.
Beckles alleges political victimisation in Arima water crisis
Opposition Leader Pennelope Beckles has accused the Government of potentially using the water supply as a tool for political victimisation, saying residents in Arima and parts of East Trinidad believe their worsening water shortages began after the April 28 General Election.
ARMY JOINS US FIGHT AGAINST CARTELS
Southern Command says T&T Defence Force will be part of
new joint regional unit targeting drug trafficking networks
T&T joins new U.S.-led military task force against cartels
Palestinian envoy urges T&T to stand firm on Gaza, international law
PAC raises concerns about former Health Minister's involvement in procurement of drugs for NIPDEC
The issue arose as the committee looked at how money owed to pharmaceutical suppliers were prioritized at a time when available funding was not enough to settle all outstanding bills.
Govt strengthens counter-terrorism strategy
Trinidad and Tobago is now placing greater emphasis on financial oversight, border controls and inter-agency cooperation as part of it counter-terrorism strategy, as Government moves to implement the 2025 National Counterterrorism Strategy.
Tobago police welcome joint security posts to fight crime
Despite recording an increase in Serious Reported Crimes (SRCs) and having almost doubled its homicide figures for the period January 1 to July 31, Tobago police officials are urging the public not to be discouraged from visiting the island.
Confirming that Tobago recorded seven murders in 2026, compared to four during the same period last year, Kirk insisted that the island remains safe.
Former president calls for stronger parental guidance amid crime crisis
Former president Anthony Carmona says parents must examine their role in shaping children who become involved in serious crimes, warning that when a child is convicted of offences such as murder, rape or violence, the failure often begins long before that child enters the criminal justice system.
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