Netanyahu and Trump
Posted: Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Netanyahu and Trump are at odds over the war they started together
Israel's latest strikes on Lebanon and Iran have made clear that U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who started the war in lockstep, want different things.

Trump administration will offer expedited visa interviews at select embassies for $750
The State Department will offer a "premium" expedited service for foreigners seeking business or tourist visas to come to the United States that will set applicants back $750 - on top of the initial fee of $185.

Earthquake with 6.1 magnitude hits offshore Cuba, shaking buildings in Havana

Steelpan legend Robbie Greenidge dies
The steelpan fraternity has been plunged into mourning with news today of the passing of iconic soloist, arranger and composer, Robert 'Robbie' Greenidge.

Pan Trinbago Pays Tribute To One Of The Greatest Steelpan Musicians Robert Greenidge

Jereem "The Dream" Richards captures bronze in his first 2026 Wanda Diamond League outing

Opposition Leader calls for the State to strengthen child protection measures
Opposition Leader Pennelope Beckles is calling for the State to strengthen child protection measures, improve public safety systems, and enhance community awareness.

La Brea MP calls 12-year-old Mercedez Layne's death shocking, heart-wrenching, gruesome

Dad in tears after autopsy on daughter Mercedez
The father of murdered 12-year-old Mercedez Layne broke down in tears today after learning the results of an autopsy which confirmed that his daughter died from blunt force trauma to the head.

Mercedez was found semi-nude, with head injuries
The brutal murder of 12-year-old Mercedez Layne of Los Iros, Erin, has sent shockwaves through Trinidad and Tobago, prompting calls for justice and renewed focus on child protection measures.

Driver burns to death in crashed car
A 40-year-old Tunapuna man was burnt beyond recognition after the car he was driving crashed along the Churchill Roosevelt Highway and burst into flames early Thursday morning.

Car stalls on Beetham Highway, bandits come for occupants
Two young men were robbed of cash and personal documents after their vehicle broke down along the Beetham Highway in the early hours of Saturday morning.


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