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Nvidia  ( NVDA )  just became the world’s first $5 trillion company, reaching the unprecedented milestone at the opening of the stock market today (Wednesday 29th October, 2025). This comes just three (3) months after the company crossed the $4 trillion mark, in July. Nvidia previously took about thirteen (13) months to move from $3 trillion to $4 trillion in valuation. The company’s market valuation has propelled into the stratosphere due to skyrocketing demand for its AI chips, which are essential to powering the data centers that run the technology. Nvidia’s shares rose 3% after the market opened today, on hopes that discussions between United States President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will open up China’s market to Nvidia’s high-end AI chips.  Nvidia stock has gained about 50% in 2025 and has been near or at the top of the S&P 500’s best-performing stocks for years as investment in artificial intelligence continues to fuel the chipmaker’s meteoric...

A Brasso Seco Village man has appeared before a Master of the High Court, charged with the murders of Ricky Joseph which occurred on 15th October, 2025 and Darias Shadrack, which occurred on 17th October, 2025. According to the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), Clevon Alexander, 34, a labourer of Riverdale Drive, was also charged with wounding with intent against two (2) other victims, and possession of firearm and possession of ammunition, when he appeared before Master Whitney Franklin at the South Criminal Court ‘C,’ on Monday (27th October, 2025).   The Sufficiency Hearing date has been set for 18th September, 2026. Joseph and Shadrack were in the company of two (2) other persons in the Brasso district, on 15th October, 2025, when several loud explosions were heard and all four (4) were subsequently found with gunshot wounds. Joseph died at the scene, while the other three (3) victims were taken to the Chaguanas Health Facility for emergency medical treatment. Shadrack...

The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is advising customers that its San Fernando Customer Service Centre, Mon Chagrin Street, San Fernando, will be closed today (Wednesday 29th October, 2025) due to emergency maintenance work. The Authority is reminding customers that payments can be made at Commercial Banks, Western Union or online at https://customerportal.wasa.gov.tt . The Authority said it apologizes for any inconvenience. Please be guided accordingly.

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect mostly sunny and at times breezy conditions today (Wednesday 29th October, 2025). These conditions would be interrupted intermittently by partly cloudy intervals, associated with isolated light to moderate showers, near, but not confined to, hilly areas. There is a medium (40%) chance that some of these showers could become heavy and/or thundery. Tonight will be mostly fair. The Met Office notes that in the vicinity of heavy showers and/or thunderstorms, we can expect gusty winds, street/flash flooding and isolated ponding in areas so prone.  A Hazardous Seas Alert (Yellow Level) is in effect. Marine interests should exercise caution. Get the latest 5-day weather outlook here . The forecast maximum temperature today will be 33°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 32°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are moderate with waves 1.5m to 2m in open waters and 0.5m to 1m and choppy at times in sheltered areas....

A man was killed and a shotgun seized during a Police-involved shooting incident which occurred in the Eastern Division, early Monday morning (27th October, 2025). Reports indicate that Officers of the Mayaro Criminal Investigations Department (CID) received information of a man armed with a gun in the Guayaguayare district, around 2:00 AM. Upon arrival at the location, the Officers observed a man run into a wooden structure and retrieve an object that appeared to be a firearm from under a bed. The man is alleged to have pointed the object at the Officers and several clicking sounds were then heard. The Officers gave the man verbal commands to put down the weapon, but he did not comply. In keeping with the Use of Force policy, the Officers discharged their firearms in the direction of the man, who was hit about the body.  The wounded man was taken to the Mayaro Health Facility for emergency medical treatment, where he subsequently died. He has since been identified as Ainsley Glenn...

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of Woodbrook, La Horquetta, D'Abadie, Mausica, Mayaro and Mafeking on Wednesday (29th October, 2025). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.  According to T&TEC, the affected areas in Woodbrook, La Horquetta, D'Abadie, Mausica, Mayaro and Mafeking are as follows:  WOODBROOK (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM)   Along De Verteuil Street between LP #90N and LP #13. LA HORQUETTA (8:30 AM to 3:00 PM)   From corner of Tecoma Boulevard and Tumpuna Road South to LP #53 Tecoma Boulevard. D'ABADIE (9:00 AM to 12:00 PM)   From LP #2 heading North on La Resource Road North, including Bougainvillea Drive, La Resource Court, Wilson Drive, Garden Boulevard, from LP #9 to LP #105 Arima Old Road, La Resource Road North Extension, Bella View Drive, Cumberbatch Drive and all associated side streets. MAUSICA (9:00 AM to 12:...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), a  Tropical Wave/Trough with its axis near 58W is moving West at approximately 5 kts to 10 kts. The axis of this Wave is expected to cross the Lesser Antilles overnight tonight into tomorrow morning (Wednesday 29th October, 2025). This Wave is at present exhibiting low to moderate vorticity near the axis. Most of the convective weather associated with this Wave is expected tomorrow, between the Northern Windward and Leeward Islands, after the axis passes. A surface perturbation following the Wave continues the increased convergence and moisture build-up across the Eastern Caribbean on Thursday (30th October, 2025). A trough, presently located near 35W, is indicating a spot of moderate vorticity within the Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). As this trough moves generally Westward at this time, there is likely to be a Northward modulation upon nearing the Lesser Antilles, which is expected to bring increased mo...

UPDATE (29/10/25): Police say Daniel Alexander Ramirez Peodomo came from Venezuela, entering Guyana illegally via boat, around 8:00 AM on the day of the attack, accompanied by an accomplice and carrying explosives. Reports state that Peodomo has confessed to the bombing, while several other individuals are being questioned. Police are working with INTERPOL and regional security partners to determine whether the suspect was linked to a larger network or acted alone. Commissioner of Police, Clifton Hicken, praised the “exceptional work” of investigators and intelligence analysts, stating that the operation demonstrates the GPF’s growing counter-terrorism capabilities and its ability to blend modern policing technology with traditional investigative methods. “The Guyana Police Force remains resolute and relentless in its duty to protect the public,” Hicken declared. “Any act of terror or violence will be met with decisive and lawful action.” The main suspect linked to the deadly explosi...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), isolated showers today (Tuesday 28th October, 2025) are likely to interrupt otherwise hot, sunny and at times, breezy conditions. There is a low (25%) chance of isolated, afternoon thunderstorm activity. Tonight will be mostly fair, despite the chance of isolated showers. The Met Office notes that gusty winds are possible in/near showers and in the event of thunderstorms, street/flash flooding may occur in areas so prone. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 33°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 32°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are moderate with waves 1.5m to 2m 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 Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) has issued a Hazardous Seas Alert (Yellow Level) for a total of thirty-two (32) hours. The Alert begins at 8:00 AM on Wednesday (29th October, 2025) and will remain in effect until 4:00 PM on Thursday (30th October, 2025) for Northern near-shore areas of Trinidad and Tobago. According to the Met Office, Northerly, long period swells are expected to affect the islands over the period with more noticeable effects at High Tide. Impacts:   Larger than normal breakers in the surf zone can disrupt daily marine activity, including fishing and recreation.  Impacts will NOT BE CONTINUOUS over the identified coastal zones nor over the entire period. Instructions: All marine interests should carefully assess near-shore/coastal sea conditions and exercise caution along identified areas.  Restrict near-shore marine activities and avoid swimming in the sea.  Secure coastal property.  Continue to monitor updates from offici...

At the direction of United States President President Trump, the Department of War carried out three (3) lethal kinetic strikes on Monday (27th October, 2025), on four (4) vessels operated by Designated Terrorist Organizations (DTOs), trafficking narcotics in the Eastern Pacific. In total, fourteen (14) narco-terrorists were killed. There was only one (1) survivor. This was announced a short while ago this morning (Tuesday 28th October, 2025) by U.S. Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth. According to Hegseth, “The four (4) vessels were known by our intelligence apparatus, transiting along known narco-trafficking routes, and carrying narcotics. Eight (8) male narco-terrorists were aboard the vessels during the first strike. Four (4) male narco-terrorists were aboard the vessel during the second strike. Three (3) male narco-terrorists were aboard the vessel during the third strike. A total of fourteen (14) narco-terrorists were killed during the three (3) strikes, with one (1) survivor. All st...

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of Maraval, Woodbrook, Mt. Lambert, Mt. Hope, Valencia, North Oropouche/Matura, Moruga and Guayaguayare on Tuesday (28th October, 2025). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.  According to T&TEC, the affected areas in Maraval, Woodbrook, Mt. Lambert, Mt. Hope, Valencia, North Oropouche/Matura, Moruga and Guayaguayare are as follows:  MARAVAL (7:00 AM to 5:00 PM) Zone 1: Along Saddle Road: From Woodland Terrace Junction to Estate 101, including Woodland Terrace, Ridgewood, Dickson Terrace, La Rive, Anguilla Park and all associated side streets. MARAVAL (7:00 AM to 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM) Zone 2: Along Saddle Road: From Massy Stores to Morne Coco Junction, including Maraval R.C. Primary School, Our Lady of Lourdes, Church Street and all associated side streets. MARAVAL (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)   Zone 3...

Following the recent announcement of increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products by Finance Minister Davendranath Tancoo in the 2026 National Budget, Massy Distribution (Trinidad) — the authorized distributor for West Indian Tobacco Limited (WITCO) — has issued an updated suggested price list for all major cigarette brands. The increased taxes are aimed at reducing smoking rates and generating additional revenue for health and social programs. Excise duties on CARICOM-manufactured cigarettes and tobacco products have been increased 100%, matching the 100% increase on those manufactured locally, as stipulated in the 2026 Budget. This also applies to malt beverages, beer and rum. The new cigarette prices, which take effect from today (Monday 27th October, 2025), reflect adjustments in distributor and retail costs across a range of popular products, including Dunhill, Lucky Strike, Rothman, and Du Maurier. The new retail prices per pack are as follows: Dunhill Double Relea...

Venezuela’s Vice President Delcy Rodriguez announced at a Press Conference earlier today (Monday 27th October, 2025) that Venezuela has proposed that all of its gas agreements with Trinidad and Tobago be immediately suspended, which will also include the controversial Dragon gas deal. She said the proposal was being made by the board of Venezuelan State-owned company Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A. (PDVSA), to President Nicolas Maduro.  Rodriguez cited tensions with Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, her previous statements and the country’s welcoming of U.S. forces in the Caribbean, as factors that led to its decision. This latest development comes just one day after Venezuela accused Trinidad and Tobago of collaborating with the United States on a “false-flag” operation, which it claims is being carried out as the U.S. warship USS Gravely docked in Port-of-Spain yesterday (Sunday 26th October, 2025). Rodriguez said during the Press Conference today, “We have just concluded a me...

Ahead of the impending passage of Hurricane Melissa, now an extremely powerful, major Category 5 Hurricane , the following statement was issued a short while ago today (Monday 27th October, 2025) by Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP: “As Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, I extend my heartfelt solidarity to the Government and people of Jamaica as they brace for Hurricane Melissa. This powerful storm poses a serious threat to life and livelihood, and our nation stands resolutely with our Caribbean brothers and sisters during this challenging time. The Government of Trinidad and Tobago is mobilising to provide immediate assistance to Jamaica in the aftermath of this disaster. We are prepared to offer manpower, technical resources, emergency supplies, and foodstuffs to aid relief and recovery efforts. This has been communicated to the Honourable Prime Minister of Jamaica, Andrew Holness.” #Melissa ’s winds are likely to destroy buildings, cause widespread d...

The relevant Airport Authorities of Kingston and Montego Bay, Jamaica, have advised of the closure of the island's two (2) major Airports — Norman Manley International Airport (Kingston) and Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay) — on Saturday (25th October, 2025) and Sunday (26th October, 2025), respectively, due to the impending passage of Hurricane Melissa, now an extremely powerful, major Category 5 Hurricane. Norman Manley International Airport (Kingston) Closure: 9:00 PM local time on October 25. Expected Re-opening: 12:00 PM local time on October 29 Sangster International Airport (Montego Bay) Closure: 12:00 PM local time on October 26. Expected Re-opening: 12:00 PM local time on October 29. Caribbean Airlines Limited (CAL) said it has implemented a waiver of re-booking fees for customers holding confirmed tickets to, from, or via Jamaica, whose travel plans have been impacted. Passengers may rebook for travel up to 20th November, 2025, without incurring any charges. ...

The Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA) is advising customers of unplanned water interruption due to a T&TEC power outage that would affect operations at the Santa Cruz Water Treatment Plant. Affected areas are as follows:  Lower Cantaro, Riverside Road, Conrad Street, Rosemary Street, Robert Street, Charles Street, Torrance Drive, Bass Street, Akal Trace, Jaggan Village, Gasparillo, El Carmen, El Perico, La Sargesse Road, Flamboyant Avenue, Pax Vale.  WASA notes that restoration is expected by 4:00 PM this afternoon (Monday 27th October, 2025).   The Authority thanks customers for their patience and understanding.

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect generally fair conditions today (Monday 27th October, 2025), despite a few afternoon showers and the low (30%) chance of the isolated heavy shower, favouring hilly areas. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 33°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 32°C at Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are moderate with waves up to 2m in open waters and below 1m and occasionally choppy in sheltered areas.  Please continue to pay attention to the latest forecasts, alerts, and information issued by the TTMS.

The Government of Trinidad and Tobago said it has taken note of the statement issued by the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela earlier this afternoon (Sunday 26th October, 2025), in relation to the visit of the USS Gravely (DDG-107) to Trinidad and Tobago during the period 26th to 30th October, 2025. The Venezuelan Government on Sunday accused T&T of conspiring with the United States and the CIA to provoke a war in the Caribbean. In a scathing communiqué, Venezuela said Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar’s administration was acting as a “vessel of Washington” and plotting a “false flag operation” near Venezuela’s borders. Caracas alleged that the joint T&T–U.S. activities were “a colonial operation of military aggression,” intended to destabilize the region. However, in a Media Release a short while ago tonight (Sunday 26th October, 2025), the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs said, “The Government of Trinidad and Tobago and the Government of the United States of Americ...

United States Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, has directed an aircraft carrier strike group to move to the Caribbean to support President Donald Trump’s effort to dismantle “Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) and counter narco-terrorism in defense of the Homeland.” This was announced on Friday (24th October, 2025) in a post on X by Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell, who said the Secretary of War has “directed the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and embarked carrier air wing to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility (AOR).” Parnell added, “The enhanced U.S. force presence in the USSOUTHCOM AOR will bolster U.S. capacity to detect, monitor, and disrupt illicit actors and activities that compromise the safety and prosperity of the United States homeland and our security in the Western Hemisphere. These forces will enhance and augment existing capabilities to disrupt narcotics trafficking and degrade and dismantle TCOs.” STATEMENT: In support of the Presi...