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UPDATE 3:  Iran has confirmed the death of the Ayatollah after hours of denial, even after Donald Trump announced he was dead. UPDATE 2:  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump were reportedly shown an image of Khamenei's body after it was recovered from his compound. UPDATE: Khamenei's four (4) family members were also killed in the strikes, along with two (2) high-level military leaders — Rear Adm. Ali Shamkhani and Commander of the IRGC, Maj. Gen. Mohammad Pakpour. “Khamenei, one of the most evil people in History, is dead.” This according to a statement released a few moments ago this afternoon (Saturday 28th February, 2026) by United States President Donald Trump, announcing the death of 86-year-old Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader since 1989. He was reportedly killed after Israeli jets dropped thirty (30) bombs on his compound. The United States and Israel struck Iran in a major operation earlier today that President T...

A man is dead following a shooting incident at a gas station in Arouca early this morning (Saturday 28th February, 2026). The deceased has been identified as Minford Alick of Jokhan Trace, Carapo. Police reportedly recovered five (5) Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) spent shells at the scene. According to reports, Alick was shot while at the gas station, located at the corner of Eastern Main Road and Golden Grove Road, and succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The gas station was said to be closed at the time of the brutal killing. Police and Emergency Health Services were notified. Officers attached to the Arouca Police Station responded to the scene, around 1:38 AM, and arrived seven (7) minutes later. Upon arrival, they found Alick lying next to his vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds about the body. Workers at a nearby fast-food restaurant told Officers they heard gunshots and later discovered the man’s body. Crime scene investigators recovered twenty-eight (28) spent 9...

United States Central Command (CENTCOM) said it commenced Operation Epic Fury today (Saturday 28th February, 2026) at the direction of the President of the United States, Donald Trump. CENTCOM's Task Force Scorpion Strike — for the first time in history — is using one-way attack drones in combat during Operation Epic Fury. “These low-cost drones, modeled after Iran's Shahed drones, are now delivering American-made retribution.” In a statement issued a short while ago this afternoon, CENTCOM said, “ U.S. and partner forces began striking targets at 1:15 AM ET to dismantle the Iranian regime’s security apparatus, prioritizing locations that posed an imminent threat. Targets included Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command and control facilities, Iranian air defense capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields. ” According to Adm. Brad Cooper, Commander of CENTCOM, “The President ordered bold action, and our brave Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Gu...

The Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation is advising members of the public that, effective from Monday (2nd March, 2026), mandatory Fixed Penalty Warnings will be implemented for eighteen (18) specified traffic violations contained in the Eleventh Schedule to the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act , Chap. 48:50, aimed at improving road safety, encouraging compliance, and promoting corrective action. In a Media Release on Friday (27th February, 2026), the Ministry said, “ Motorists in breach of the listed violations will be issued a Fixed Penalty Warning instead of a Fixed Penalty Notice. The warning provides motorists with an opportunity to correct the identified defect within a prescribed three (3) or seven (7) business day period , excluding weekends, public holidays, Carnival Monday and Carnival Tuesday.” The Ministry notes that upon issuance of a warning, the motorist is required to remedy the defect and present the vehicle at any Police Station or any office of the Licensing...

UPDATE 3:  United States President Donald Trump has announced the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei , Iran’s supreme leader since 1989. He was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike on his Tehran compound. UPDATE 2:  Scenes of chaos unfolded in Qatar after debris from an intercepted missile fell from the sky, sending bystanders scrambling for cover. Cellphone footage circulating online shows several people running in panic as fragments descended overhead before striking the ground and exploding. UPDATE: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump monitored the situation overnight at Mar-a-Lago in Florida alongside members of his national security team. “The President spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu by phone. Prior to the attacks, Secretary Rubio called all members of the gang of eight to provide congressional notification, and he was able to reach and brief seven of the eight members. The President and his national security team will continue to c...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect sunny, hazy and breezy conditions today (Saturday 28th February, 2026), despite brief showers at times. Tonight will be fair but hazy apart from a few brisk showers, occurring mainly after Midnight. The Met Office notes the following: Winds may gust at times, especially near showers.  There is a mild to moderate concentration of Saharan dust in the atmosphere. Persons who are sensitive to this change in air quality are advised to take the necessary precautions. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 31°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 30°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are moderate with waves 2m to 2.5m in open waters and near 1m in sheltered areas.  Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.

“The area formerly occupied by the old Chaguanas Health Facility has been identified for the development of a proper, structured transport hub. This is not a random decision. It is part of a broader plan to improve traffic flow, public safety, commuter comfort, and economic activity within our Borough.” This from Mayor of Chaguanas His Worship Councillor Faaiq Mohammed. In a Media Release today (Friday 27th February, 2026), the Mayor said, “Chaguanas is growing. And with growth comes responsibility. We cannot continue to operate in a way that creates congestion, disorder, and long term risk. We must plan properly, build properly, and manage our space properly. Let me also make the timeline clear. Vendors operating in that area have been formally notified and have until March 31st to remove their structures and relocate. Demolition will commence immediately after that date. This process is defined, it is orderly, and it will proceed.” According to Mohammed, “At the same time, let me be...

UPDATE: Following this morning’s triple murder in Laventille, Minister of Homeland Security, Roger Alexander, is assuring that law enforcement personnel will be present in the community as efforts continue to address safety and security concerns across the country. Three (3) men are dead following a brutal shooting incident outside a home in Laventille early this morning (Friday 27th February, 2026), which has left residents traumatized and shaken. The deceased have been identified as 33-year-old Jesse Nelson, Keon Alexander and Dwayne Alexander, all of 53 Mc Shine Lands, Laventille. According to reports, the men were gathered outside a home along 42nd Street off Laventille Road, Laventille, when they were ambushed by several gunmen armed with assault rifles, shortly after 1:00 AM. The men opened fire on the group, striking all three (3) victims multiple times before making their escape. Police and Emergency Health Services were notified and Officers assigned to the Port-of-Spain Tas...

The Eastern Regional Health Authority (ERHA) is informing members of the public that the Rio Claro Health Centre will be closed from 7:00 AM on Saturday (28th February, 2026) to facilitate maintenance works. During this temporary closure, services can be accessed at the Mayaro District Health Facility. Services at the Rio Claro Health Centre will resume at 8:00 AM on Monday (2nd March, 2026). The ERHA said it “apologizes for any inconvenience caused as we seek to continuously provide the highest quality healthcare services to our clients.” Please be guided accordingly.

Heritage Petroleum Company Limited (Heritage) has confirmed that it responded to a leak on Thursday (26th February, 2026) on a trunk pipeline located on the compound of the San Fernando East Secondary School, San Fernando. As a precautionary measure to protect students, staff and the wider community, the school remained closed today (Friday 27th February, 2026). Heritage said in a Media Release, “Upon detection, the area was secured, and emergency response protocols were activated. Heritage mobilized equipment to contain and clean up the affected area and air quality monitoring equipment was also used to ensure readings are within acceptable limits. As of 8:00 PM this evening [Thursday], the line was plugged and clamped, and the removal of contaminated material is ongoing.” The Media Release concluded by saying, “The Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries, the Ministry of Education, the Environmental Management Authority, and other relevant stakeholders continue to be updated on the ...