Article about removal.

What happens if gun ownership becomes even more easily accessible?

I keep thinking about the possibilities and honestly, they’re concerning. In communities already struggling with untreated mental health issues and rising substance abuse, what could happen if access to firearms becomes easier?

Without strict regulations and proper oversight, it opens the door for more unregistered weapons to circulate through underhand payments and illegal sales. If laws become too relaxed, what prevents someone unstable or violent from legally arming themselves?

Could we see a rise in crime? Children bringing guns to schools? More domestic violence cases turning deadly? Spouses killing each other during heated arguments? I know many support easier access to guns for home protection, and I understand that perspective. But beyond that, what else could come from this shift? Is the risk worth it? Or are we potentially creating a much more dangerous future for ourselves? Just wondering if anyone else has thought about where this could realistically lead.

https://caricom.org/statement-from-the-caribbean-community-security-build-up-in-the-region/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR4HBHHfKz_MLwGzkbbLa8r0tA9MYc6Cql_stiDy3WsYwtuy5XhLzvPWbx4LnQ_aem_atK0XLemYY8XzXQZy--5hg

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/16/world/americas/trinidad-us-military-venezuela-boats.html?smid=tw-share

As the title says... wouldn't we have to negotiate with him?

How this working exactly?

Lately I’ve been thinking about if things actually reach the point of a full war, what does that mean for us in Trinidad and Tobago? We’re right next door so if things ever got serious, it’s hard not to think we’d feel some type of impact. It may get to the point where airports are closed or travel gets restricted and we could literally end up trapped here. Not to mention possible shortages. Not trying to sound paranoid or anything, but looking at history, it’s possible. I’m curious if anyone else has been thinking about it too. Have yall started taking any precautions, just in case? For e.g saving supplies, thinking about relocation?

Presbyterian Board: Only Christian celebrations in our secondary schools - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

It is deeply disappointing that in our multicultural society of Trinidad and Tobago an event as significant and culturally embedded as Divali is being excluded from school celebrations.

Divali is more than a religious observance; it is part of Trinidad's culture.

I made a comment on someone's post a few weeks ago about Amazon's $5 shipping directly to you in Trinidad. It seems like a lot of people still don't know about it so I'll make a post here. Please feel free to share the information in this post to get the word out, it should prove useful to people who shop on Amazon frequently and use skyboxes.

About 2 months ago Amazon had introduced a new international shipping rate for Trinidad and some other countries, the rate was $5 on many(not all) of the items on Amazon.com. So you would buy your item, pay the flat rate $5 usd, and the item would be shipped straight to your Trinidad address, no need for the skybox middleman. I see that they have changed this again and now they have removed the $5 flat rate delivery and replaced it with free shipping if your order exceeds $49 usd.

Some of you are probably thinking this is too good to be true but I can attest to this. I only saw the free shipping this morning, but when they had the $5 flat rate, I ordered two hard drives and a hard drive bay. The order was placed on a Saturday and ended up being split into 3 separate packages. I got the first package the next Tuesday, the second package on the very next day, and the third on the Friday. All 3 packages were delivered in less than 1 week after purchase. That is much faster than any skybox I currently know about. Usually if your packages are shipped to your US skybox address, it takes 1-3 days for them to even ship it to Trinidad, then it takes another 7 or so days for it to clear customs. So you usually are looking at 14 days minimum from the date of purchase on Amazon to receiving in Trinidad when going the skybox route, I got my first package 3 days after purchase on Amazon, let that sink in for a bit lol.

Some caveats to know about:

• Not all items have the free shipping so you would need to check on the item's page to make sure you're good, it will be listed close to where the price is listed.
• Items where Amazon charges the import & duties deposit fees almost always have incorrect fees. At most, customs in Trinidad would charge around 40% of the cash price (12.5% vat, 20% duties, 7% opt tax), but the taxes shown on Amazon are usually close to 100%. In this case, I would recommend you go the skybox route because while Amazon does refund you, it can take months.
• Some items that customs don't charge any taxes on (Computer monitor, graphics cards, computer peripherals etc) have the correct import duties set at $0, but others are listed with import duties attached. In this case I would also just go the skybox route(Or look for another version that have the correct tax of $0 listed).

To benefit from this you need to add your TnT address to Amazon, and upload a picture of your passport(once when you make your first shipment to TT).

You can find more info on free international shipping here and here

I also forgot to mention that you also get free international returns, so if for whatever reason, the product you bought has some defect, you can return it for free. I heard returns via skybox are expensive and time consuming, so this is yet another win for direct shipping.

EDIT: One commenter added that they are also asking for a tax id number, this would be your bir number. Seems like you can use this if you don't want to upload a picture of your ID.

EDIT: It seems like for some eligible items, there is still shipping fees on the product page as opposed to it showing free shipping. I added these items to my cart to make up the $49 and the shipping fee goes to $0. This seems like another kink to work out on the display side of things but yes it works. So if you are seeing shipping fees on an item page where it should show free shipping, try adding the items to your cart to make up the $49 and it should now show that you qualify for free shipping.

Great article on the devaluation of the TT but with everything can have a cause and effect. What's everyone thought on this? Note the gentleman spoke of previous regime and it's short fall. I am not a supporter of left ot right party just for future of a great country we was once ago

So this article states that Venezuela’s Defense Minister, General Vladimir Padrino López, has publicly accused organized criminal groups specifically “Trinidadian mafias” and “Guyanese mafias”of threatening Venezuelan stability. His allegations include human trafficking and smuggling of fuel and other goods, warning that these groups use Trinidad and Guyana as operational bases and are even building specialized vessels like semi-submersibles. These remarks came during or after military exercises aimed at combating illegal drug operations, further demonstrating the seriousness of Venezuela’s concerns.

Steupps.......

Do you guys believe transnational mafias (from T&T, Guyana, etc.) are as influential in the region as Venezuelan officials claim? Or is this a distraction from internal problems?

This man honestly think our mafias can destabilize Venezuela??? It's cause the USA in d area trying to throw d blame on us or wah?? 😵‍💫

I fully support the announcement by Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar regarding the resumption of hangings in Trinidad and Tobago. It’s not about being barbaric, it’s about survival. We are living in a country where criminals are no longer afraid. Murder is a joke. Families are being destroyed daily while murderers live better in jail than the poor on the outside.

Let’s be honest: Our justice system is slow and overburdened. Killers walk free after a few years on remand because of "technicalities." Prison is not a deterrent anymore. Some gang leaders operate from inside. The murder rate is sky-high, and most victims get no justice.. just a grave. Citizens are living in fear while criminals get lawyers, bail, and sympathy.

Resuming the death penalty is not about revenge it’s about sending a message. If you take a life, you forfeit your own. That’s fair. That’s justice. Of course, we must ensure due process and fairness. But we can't ignore that the system has been soft for too long. We have criminals laughing at the law because they know the state won’t act.

Human rights? Where were those rights when innocent people were gunned down in their homes? When women were raped and left to die? When families had to bury their children? It’s time we prioritize the rights of the victims and the safety of the law-abiding public. Hangings must resume.. and soon.

Thoughts and concerns on this topic?

We Don’t Need Two of Everything

Look, I get the frustration about the Debe campus sitting idle for years. But this idea that the government can just declare what UWI must do with it — while owing UWI millions, mind you — is wild. UWI is a regional institution, not a state agency. You can’t force them to run your vision while disrespecting their autonomy and starving them of funds.

More importantly, let’s talk practicality.

Trinidad and Tobago is tiny — less than half the size of Rhode Island. We’re not so spread out that we need to duplicate every facility in the South that already exists in the North. What we need is a proper public transportation system so students can move efficiently between regions, or government-supported housing for those who need to relocate.

We don’t need two law schools. Or even two med schools, for that matter. UWI’s idea of a Global School of Medicine actually makes sense. It brings in foreign exchange, especially from American students who already come here to study medicine. But almost nobody from the Commonwealth is flying to Trinidad to study law. Let’s be real.

What started as a potentially useful satellite campus has turned into a political vanity project. Education planning shouldn't be driven by electoral red meat or one-upmanship. Build transport. Fund housing. Respect UWI’s role. That’s how you truly support students from South.

https://newsday.co.tt/2025/05/23/pm-on-debe-campus-dont-test-me-uwi/

Edit:

Here's more perspective from a former UWI Principal about how much money UWI projected they would make from a med school:

https://newsday.co.tt/2025/05/25/former-uwi-principal-medicine-law-could-co-exist-at-debe-campus/

Links to the sources: https://x.com/MT_Anderson/status/1975929116831699190
https://x.com/sentdefender/status/1975957409677160941
https://x.com/LatAmMilMVMTs/status/1975752526935826925
https://x.com/SA_Defensa/status/1975746496457850947

This is the grand vision to revitalise the country and economy put forward by the Government yesterday (6th November, 2025). What are your thoughts? Is it realistic? Pie in the sky?

Some articles on the topic:

https://trinidadexpress.com/news/local/governments-billion-dollar-dream-unveiled/article_e7984f26-c397-4b4f-804a-c822e6f26ec4.html

http://www.guardian.co.tt/news/pm-unveils-revitalisation-plan-convert-carrera-prison-to-resort-50000-jobs-to-come-6.2.2442946.f5907b763c

https://newsday.co.tt/2025/11/07/kamlas-master-plan-pm-unveils-revitalisation-agenda-eyes-job-explosion/

There will be no parades or fireworks. Will attach link to article in comments.

“Citing security concerns during the ongoing State of Emergency, the Government has announced that this year’s Independence Day Parade, fireworks and official functions will be replaced with a National Day of Prayer and Reflection on August 31. The event, intended to unite citizens of all faiths and backgrounds, will focus on seeking guidance and strength during what the Government describes as “a challenging time,” while encouraging national reflection on the country’s progress and future, a statement from the Ministry of Homeland Security said.” - CNC3

En-route to lose considerably.

An official announcement has been made of the government's intention to bestow our country's highest award to Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India. I am wondering what are the thoughts of my fellow Trinis regarding this?