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UPDATE (03/11/26): Less than 100 people reportedly showed up at the Ato Boldon Stadium in Couva on Monday (2nd November, 2026) as distribution of Migrant Registration Framework (MRF) cards and Minister’s Permits began, despite 20,242 applicants being recommended for approval following comprehensive security checks. Some applicants are said to have struggled to find authorized NLCB Lotto booths to pay the required TT $710 fee, while others could not get time off from work to collect their documents. The Ministry of Homeland Security is advising migrants that the Migrant Registration Framework (MRF) is moving into its third and final phase, following the completion of online applications and in-person registration. As at 25th October, 2026, a total of 20,242 applicants had been recommended for MRF cards and Minister’s Permits following a comprehensive security vetting process. In a Media Release on Friday (30th October, 2026), the Ministry said payment is scheduled to commence on Sunda...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect hot, sunny and hazy conditions over most areas today (Saturday 31st October, 2026), with a few showers during the afternoon near hilly and over Western areas of Trinidad. There is the medium (60%) chance of a heavy shower or thunderstorm. Tonight will be clear at first, with a few showers after Midnight. Gusty winds, street and flash flooding are possible during heavy showers and thunderstorms. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 33°C at both Piarco in Trinidad and Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are slight to moderate with waves 1m to 1.5m in open waters and near calm in sheltered areas. Recommendations for outdoor activities today: Persons planning to spend time outdoors today should wear lightweight, breathable clothing, apply sunscreen, wear a hat and stay well hydrated, as hot, sunny and hazy conditions are expected, with temperatures reaching 33°C in both Trinidad and Tobago. Those engag...

The Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS) said it is discontinuing its  Hot Spell Alert (Yellow Level)  today (Saturday 31st October, 2026) as scheduled, as the Heat Season draws to an end and the likelihood of sustained Hot Spell conditions decreases. The Hot Spell Alert was in effect since the afternoon of 24th September, 2026. According to the Met Office, partly cloudy to cloudy conditions and rainfall events have resulted in lower maximum temperatures. As a result, the Hot Spell Alert is discontinued. Although drier than normal conditions are forecast for November, occasional rainfall events are still possible. Warm to hot conditions may persist; however, the likelihood of temperatures remaining at or above the Hot Spell thresholds has decreased.  The TTMS advises, however, that warm temperatures are still expected in November , followed by cooler temperatures in December. Instructions Continue to adopt a proactive approach to lessen the effects of warm c...

A man suffered a wrist injury during a brazen robbery in broad daylight on Thursday afternoon (29th October, 2026) in Port-of-Spain, in which his gold beera valued at $2,800 was violently stolen. According to reports, the male victim was seated inside his Audi, which was parked along Broadway, facing South in the vicinity of KFC, with all the windows secured, when he suddenly heard a knock on his driver’s side window, around 3:00 PM. A man of African descent, approximately five (5) feet - three (3) inches tall, with a round face, wearing a shirt and a black cap was standing outside the vehicle. Believing the man was someone he knew, the victim lowered the window. The suspect then grabbed the gold beera from the victim’s right wrist. A struggle ensued as the bandit repeatedly pulled at the jewellery until the beera eventually came off, leaving the victim with an injury to his right wrist. The suspect then escaped on foot, running South along Broadway. Police were alerted and responded t...

“The protest has bust, back to work on Monday, enjoy the weekend, your Prime Minister loves you.” This from Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP, following a demonstration today (Friday 30th October, 2026) in Port-of-Spain , involving a number of Trade Union leaders, political leaders, Opposition MPs and others. The protest began shortly after 9:00 AM at Memorial Park. In a statement issued a short while ago this afternoon, the Prime Minister said, “The long touted hate protest against the UNC spectacularly failed today. (See aerial pic which media won’t show you).” ( Click/Tap Image To Enlarge ) Mrs. Persad-Bissessar continued, “The fake eat a food elite, local drug mafia, and the rich Indians, Chinese and Middle Easterners who the PNM MPs enriched at the expense of the working and middle classes during their time in Government failed to show up in their numbers in POS. Anything done because of racial and political hatred towards others will always fail. Hopefu...

UPDATE (6:00 PM): Following’s today’s protest, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar issued a statement in which she said, “The long touted hate protest against the UNC spectacularly failed today,” calling it a “bust.” A total of twelve (12) Trade Unions plan to proceed with their demonstration today (Friday 30th October, 2026) despite reportedly rejecting a Police request to postpone it. The march was scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM at Memorial Park, with a rally expected at Woodford Square around 12:00 PM. Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP, has reportedly urged members of the public to avoid the route. The twelve (12) unions expected to participate in the march today are as follows: Communication Workers’ Union (CWU); Steel Workers’ Union of Trinidad and Tobago; Aviation, Communication and Allied Workers’ Union; Seamen and Waterfront Workers Trade Union (SWWTU); Estate Police Association; Trinidad and Tobago Unified Teachers’ Association (TTUTA); Banking, ...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), we can expect a mix of cloud cover and sunshine today (Friday 30th October, 2026), with showers likely over a few areas. There is also a medium (60%) chance of isolated thunderstorm activity. Conditions should settle before nightfall, however, isolated showers may still linger, along with the low chance of the odd thunderstorm. Street flooding and gusty winds are likely in the event of heavy downpours. The Met Office notes that a relatively mild concentration of Saharan dust is currently present in the atmosphere. Sensitive persons are advised to take the necessary precautions. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 32°C at both Piarco in Trinidad and Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are moderate with waves near 1.5m in open waters and below 1m and choppy near showers in sheltered areas.  Recommendations for outdoor activities today:   Persons planning to spend time outdoors today should carry an umbr...

According to reports, an off-duty Police Officer was robbed of his expensive gold bracelet and his cellphone while seated in his vehicle outside a computer store in Couva on Tuesday afternoon (27th October, 2026). Reports state the 51-year-old Officer was in the car park of The Wizz Computers, located along the Southern Main Road, Couva, when a man approached, opened the driver’s door and warned him, “Doh beat up,” around 3:00 PM. A struggle subsequently ensued before the suspect escaped with a gold, diamond-cut bracelet valued at $8,000 and a Samsung A52 cellphone valued at $2,800. The bandit then fled East along the Southern Main Road. The Officer contacted his colleagues, who responded to the scene. Investigations are continuing into the brazen robbery. More on this as it becomes available.  [Source: Ian Alleyne ]

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of Woodbrook, Guaico, Tompire, Longdenville, Caroni, Fyzabad, Guayaguayare and Esperance on Friday (30th October, 2026). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.  According to T&TEC, the affected areas are as follows:  WOODBROOK: ZONE 1 (7:00 AM to 8:00 AM) Customers on Ariapita Avenue between pole #71S heading West until pole #87S, inclusive of Luis Street North, Rosalino Street North, Murray Street North, Baden Powell Street, Cornelio Street North and Fitt Street North. WOODBROOK: ZONE 2 (7:00 AM to 4:00 PM) Customers on Ariapita Avenue between pole #71S heading West until pole #76S, Murray Street North, Baden Powell Street, Cornelio Street North and Fitt Street North. GUAICO (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) From LP #81 to LP #131 on Little Cora Road, including Roop Trace, De Gannes and Jawahir Road, Buxo Road, Gunness Tr...

Patrick Stewart, the classically-trained stage actor who played Captain Jean-Luc Picard in the “Star Trek” franchise and Professor Charles Xavier in the “X-Men” films, has died at age eighty-six (86). He died on Wednesday (28th October, 2026) in Los Angeles, California, following what Spokesperson Kelly Bush Novak described as “a brief and poignant journey” with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia. Besides playing everyone from Claudius to Macbeth onstage, he often performed a one-man rendition of “A Christmas Carol” and did West End and Broadway runs of Harold Pinter’s “No Man’s Land” and Samuel Beckett’s “Waiting for Godot” in repertoire with buddy Ian McKellen. After completing a production of “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” in 1987, an interesting offer came along for Stewart. “I found myself in Hollywood shooting a syndicated science fiction series, which I was assured would fail.” The series did not fail. Thanks to Stewart’s rich baritone and noble bearing, the “Star Tre...

Prime Minister the Honourable Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, MP, said the country is seeing “real progress” in the fight against violent crime. In a social media post this afternoon (Thursday 29th October, 2026), the Prime Minister said the numbers show a decline from 523 murders for the year as of 28th October, 2024, to 305 during the same period in 2025 and now to 280 as of 28th October, 2026 — a reduction of approximately 46%. “Your UNC Government has placed a strong emphasis on confronting violent criminal elements, strengthening national security and restoring public safety. From legislative changes to resourcing and equipping our protective services, we have ensured that our brave men and women are not outmanned or outgunned on the streets.” Mrs. Persad-Bissessar added, “There is still much work to be done. Every life lost to crime is one too many, and our commitment must remain focused on making our communities safer. I extend our appreciation to the Ministers of Homeland Security...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), a Diego Martin man has been charged after investigations into a case of assault with intent to rob, which occurred last month. The suspect has been identified as 21-year-old Elijah Lucas, also known as “Li Li.” The TTPS said on Friday 25th September, 2026, a Petit Valley woman reported an assault with intent to rob after an incident along Palm Avenue East. Investigations were conducted by Officers of the West End Criminal Investigations Department (CID), with assistance of the Carenage, Maraval and Four Roads CID. During a co-ordinated exercise with the Western Divisional Task Force, Officers were able to apprehend and charge Lucas. He was formally charged by PC Rogers on Monday (26th October, 2026) for the offence of assault with intent to rob, and appeared before a Master of the High Court on Tuesday (27th October, 2026). The investigation was sanctioned by Snr. Supt. Williams, spearheaded by Ag. ASP Grant, co-ordinated by A...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), partly cloudy conditions today (Thursday 29th October, 2026) will become cloudy at times, with occasional showers of varying intensities. There is a high (70%) chance of thunderstorm activity over a few areas. Despite lingering showers, conditions will become more settled by evening. Partly cloudy but settled conditions tonight will be interrupted by cloudy periods with a few showers. There is a medium (40% to 60%) chance of isolated heavy showers/thunderstorm activity. In the event of heavy showers/thunderstorms, gusty winds are likely and street/flash flooding is also likely in areas so prone. The forecast maximum temperature today will be 31°C at both Piarco in Trinidad and Crown Point in Tobago.  Seas are moderate with waves 1.5m to 2m in open waters and up to 1m and choppy during showers in sheltered areas.  Recommendations for outdoor activities today:   Persons planning to be outdoors today should ...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), a 42-year-old Brazil Village man has been sentenced to six (6) years in jail by a Justice of the High Court, after standing trial for sexually touching a 10-year-old minor. The TTPS said Darryl Bahaw was committed to stand trial at a Sufficiency Hearing on 19th September, 2025, where a Master of the High Court found there was sufficient evidence to establish a prima facie case of the indictable offence. The accused was arrested and charged with the offence on 17th September, 2023, arising out of an incident that occurred between 15th and 16th September, 2023, in the Central Division. Justice Nalini Singh conducted the Judge-alone trial in September 2026 and sentenced the accused. Investigations were conducted by PC Vijay Ramkissoon, formerly attached to the Special Victims Department, and now attached to the Police Academy, while they were supervised at the time by ASP Seecharan and W/Insp. Jacob.

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of Santa Cruz, Sangre Grande, Endeavour and Barrackpore on Thursday (29th October, 2026). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.  According to T&TEC, the affected areas in Santa Cruz, Sangre Grande, Endeavour and Barrackpore are as follows:  SANTA CRUZ (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) Along Hololo Road, Flamboyant Avenue, Hummingbird Drive, Dove Drive, Falcon Drive, Hillview Drive, Bois Cano Drive, Orchid Drive, Tanager Drive, Falcon Drive, Oropendola Drive and all associated side streets. SANGRE GRANDE (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) From LP #87 to LP #257 on Cunapo Southem Main Road, including Kowlessar Trace. ENDEAVOUR (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) From corner of Endeavour Road heading West along Endeavour Road Extension (in the vicinity of The Original Bar & Grocery) up to LP #60, inclusive of Endeavour Road Extension heading South u...

UPDATE: The younger sister of murdered client, Cheryl Dixon, has expressed shock and anger over the killing. Speaking to reporters near the crime scene, Susan Hospedales questioned how someone could lose their life while visiting a beauty salon. “Of course, we’re not safe anywhere. If you come to do your hair, you’re getting shot. That’s terrible.” Describing her sister, she said, “Cheryl is a very hard-working person. Very, very hard-working. Disciplined and determined person.” Susan also condemned the loss of innocent lives. “Yes, lives don’t belong to you. So you’re not supposed to take lives like that.” She recalled initially being unaware that her sister had died. “I couldn’t believe it, first of all. I didn’t even know she had died. I called her [phone] and asked if she was hospitalized. And then they said, no, she’s dead.” Two (2) women are dead — a beauty spa owner and a client — following a brutal shooting incident in Couva this morning (Wednesday 28th October, 2026). The de...

According to the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service (TTMS), sunny conditions today (Wednesday 28th October, 2026) will be interrupted by intermittent showers in varying localities. There is the medium (60%) chance that a few showers will become heavy and thundery. Tonight will be partly cloudy with the occasional shower. Gusty winds, street and flash flooding are possible during heavy showers and thunderstorms. 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 below 1m in sheltered areas. Recommendations for outdoor activities today:   Persons planning to spend time outdoors today should stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing, apply sunscreen and seek shade where possible, as temperatures are expected to reach 33°C at Piarco in Trinidad and 32°C at Crown Point in Tobago. Carry an umbrella or raincoat and remain alert for intermittent showers, particu...

UPDATE (29/10/26):  Attorney-at-Law Taradath Singh had left his licensed pistol inside his vehicle when he was gunned down by a masked attacker outside a gym in Charlieville on Tuesday night (27th October, 2026). The firearm was subsequently recovered by Police during their investigations into the murder. Reports state that Singh was warned to lay low, change his routine and watch his surroundings after surviving a gun attack last month. However, Johnny Abraham, his former colleague and now head of the National Operations Centre (NOC), says Singh refused to take the advice to protect himself. As investigations continue into his killing, lawyers are calling for stronger security measures for legal professionals facing threats. EDITOR’S NOTE: The body of this article has been updated with new details. A man is dead following a shooting incident outside the compound of ASJA Boys’ College in Charlieville a short while ago tonight (Tuesday 27th October, 2026). The deceased has been i...

The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC) is advising customers that planned maintenance work will affect several areas of Las Cuevas, Talparo, Cunupia and Penal on Wednesday (28th October, 2026). This may result in loss of electricity between the hours of works.  According to T&TEC, the affected areas in Las Cuevas, Talparo, Cunupia and Penal are as follows:  LAS CUEVAS (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) Rincon Road (Rincon Trace), Las Cuevas, from the North Coast Road, including Freshman Crescent and all associated side streets. TALPARO (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) Joseph Lewis Trace. CUNUPIA (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM) From the junction of Southern Main Road and Mon Plaisir Road, heading East along Mon Plaisir Road up to the junction at Gillies Road, inclusive of Cawnpore Road North, Cawnpore Road South, Malena Avenue, Persad Avenue, Rashaad Avenue and Ramoolie Trace North. Note: Gillies Road will not be affected. PENAL (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM) LP #A14 Penal Quinam Road to LP #2 Clark...

UPDATE (28/10/26): A man who was detained for questioning in connection with the disappearance of Latonya Lisa Christian in Tobago has been released from Police custody, with no charges confirmed, while efforts to locate the missing woman continue. A $15,000 reward is now being offered for viable information on her whereabouts. The Hunters Search and Rescue Team (HSRT), led by Captain Vallence Rambharat, arrived in Tobago last night (Tuesday 27th October, 2026) to join in the search for Latonya. Meanwhile, relatives and supporters have organized a candlelight vigil for Latonya, which is scheduled to begin at 5:00 PM today (Wednesday 28th October, 2026). Participants will walk from Mentor Alley to St. Barb’s Basketball Court. Those attending have been asked to wear white and carry candles as they gather to pray for her safe return. The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is seeking the public’s assistance to find a missing 23-year-old woman. Latonya Lisa Christian, a hairdresser...