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11/06/2026

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11/06/2026

The motion to extend the State of Emergency for a further three months was approved in the Lower House early on Thursday morning.

The motion, brought by Attorney General John Jeremie SC, passed with 28 votes in favour and 12 against, following debate in the House of Representatives.

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Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC has firmly dismissed Opposition claims that the State of Emergency could be extended for up to five years, describing the remarks as fear-mongering.

She maintained that the measures are temporary and aimed at protecting law-abiding citizens from violent threats, adding that public polling reflects broad support for the government’s actions.

11/06/2026

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC says the 500-metre buffer zone around 15 designated buildings is a necessary security measure under the State of Emergency.

Referencing a protest outside the Office of the DPP last month, she said intelligence reports indicated that gang members had infiltrated some gatherings.

She stressed that the State has a duty to protect legitimate protesters, public servants, and citizens accessing critical and high-risk government buildings.

11/06/2026

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC says the State of Emergency remains a vital tool in the fight against crime, as the government continues its efforts to strengthen national security and protect citizens.

Speaking during Wednesday's debate in the Lower House on the motion to extend the State of Emergency for a further three months, she warned that the fight against criminality is far from over and cautioned that lifting the measure prematurely could jeopardise the gains already made in restoring law and order.

11/06/2026

Storytelling is one of the most treasured elements of culture in Tobago, and the Tobago Library Services aims to continue being the conduit for storytelling as an integral part of our oral traditions.

11/06/2026

Somali referee Omar Artan was set to make history as the first from his country to officiate at a FIFA World Cup.

But that dream is over, as he was denied entry to the United States over what officials call links to terror organisations.

Somali referee Omar Artan was set to make history as the first from his country to officiate at a FIFA World Cup. But that dream is over, as he was denied entry to the United States over what officials call links to terror organisations. He’s now back home in Mogadishu.

11/06/2026

All In Fitness and TRIBE Carnival successfully staged the Powerade Goliath Games at the Santa Rosa Race Track.

The event delivered Trinidad and Tobago’s first large-scale obstacle course race at a national sporting venue.

All In Fitness and TRIBE Carnival successfully staged the Powerade Goliath Games at the Santa Rosa Race Track. The event delivered Trinidad and Tobago’s first large-scale obstacle course race at a national sporting venue. It was also the first time obstacles had ever been constructed inside the co...

11/06/2026

It’s been dubbed by many in Trinidad and Tobago as the small goal World Cup.

On July 10th, the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena will open its doors for the Kings of the Cage Small Goal Tournament.

It’s been dubbed by many in Trinidad and Tobago as the small goal World Cup. On July 10th, the Maloney Indoor Sports Arena will open its doors for the Kings of the Cage Small Goal Tournament. The sixth edition of the event will feature over twenty teams battling for a cash prize of TT$50,000.

11/06/2026

Georgia Voll powered Australia women’s national cricket team to a six-wicket win over the West Indies women’s cricket team in Cardiff, the final warm-up match ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Georgia Voll powered Australia women's national cricket team to a six-wicket win over the West Indies women's cricket team in Cardiff, the final warm-up match ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.