Collaboration in cricket, culture, climate change and agriculture were among the major topics put forward by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi while speaking at the Secnd CARICOM-India Summit in Guyana on Wednesday. Prime Minister Modi said cricket is an important connecting link between India and the CARICOM region dating back since 1983 when India beat the West Indies in the World Cup Final to take the trophy. He noted that Indians back home have a special attachment to cricketers from the West Indies, and vowed to cooperate with Caribbean cricketers. "To further promote not only cricket relations, but also women empowerment. We can provide training to 11 young women cricketers from each CARICOM nation." Prime Minister Modi touched on the issue of Sargassum seaweed affecting the tourism aspect in many islands of the Caribbean, noting that India can lend assistance. "We have developed a technology to make fertiliser using seaweed. This technology can, not only help you to solve this problem but can also help to increase crop yield." He also urged the CARICOM region to consider growing millets, which he said could help with food security. "Millets are a superfood that can grow in any type of climate. For CARICOM countries as well this can become an effective means of addressing climate change and also improving food security." Guyana’s President, Dr. Irfaan Ali, hailed the continued collaboration between India and CARICOM, hoping that the decisions from the Summit will advance into action. "The ties between India and the Caribbean are deeply rooted in shared history and enduring cultural connections. Guyana, like some other Caribbean nations, owes much of its rich cultural tapestry to the arrival of indentured immigrants from India." Chair of CARICOM and Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell, said India’s relationship with CARICOM is a critical one. "We remain convinced more than ever that closer linkages between CARICOM and our trusted partner, India, are part of the very necessary medication and intervention needed by the Caribbean Community to better equip it and its citizens to overcome our existing developmental challenges." Prime Minister Modi also promised to organise an event in all CARICOM nations called ‘The Days of Indian Culture.’ "Keeping in view the popularity of Bollywood, we can also organise film festivals along with CARICOM countries."

Personal reflection on childhood memories is one of the first steps in helping families to co-parent effectively. This, according to Social Work Specialist of the Community Mediation Services Division of the Ministry of Sport and Community Development, Arlene Smith. In this week’s Inner Circle with Mahalia Joseph-Wharton, she shares that reflection is an important step in fostering healthy relationships between co-parents to prioritise children’s well-being.

The Let's Learn Golf, Tobago Junior Golf Programme hosted its Cycle Seven Awards Ceremony on Sunday at the Magdalena Grand Beach and Golf Resort. Here are the awardees and highlights from the Gala event.

The Olympia Wolfpack Gymnastics Academy is leading the charge as Trinidad and Tobago gets set to compete in the CARIFTA Gymnastics Competition in Jamaica this month. Naasira Mohammed tells us more.

Newly-minted National Men's Football Team Head Coach Dwight Yorke now knows the identity of the opponents he and his charges will face in the Preliminary Round of the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup. Come March 2025, the Warriors will take on Cuba in a Home and Away Series for a chance to advance to the big show. Wayne Cunningham has more.

Every year, hundreds of men and women across Trinidad and Tobago are being given an opportunity to improve a skill that may be one of the hardest to perfect - parenting. Minister of Social Development and Family Services, Donna Cox, highlights the importance of the Ministry's Parenting Programme at the Launch of the 2024/2025 session. "The Ministry is steadfast in the belief that strengthening families is central to addressing some of the most pressing challenges we face in our society today - issues like poverty, crime, domestic violence, child and elder abuse. Strengthening families is not just a moral imperative. It is a necessity for building a sustainable and prosperous future in Trinidad and Tobago." Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Communications, Symon de Nobriga, points out that parenting today is not like it was even a few decades ago. "By empowering our parents, by treating with our parents to deal with the reality of parenting in this 21st century, the reality of coping with the traumas. How do we as parents learn how to separate, how to compartmentalize. How do we allow our children to grow and exist in a place of love, unaffected by the external forces that we as parents face every single day." Meanwhile, Director of the Children's Authority, Sheldon Cyrus, notes denying a child an education, a trip to the dentist or doctor, or leaving him or her alone at home constitutes neglect. "Our research has shown that in many cases the primary care giver is the person that is identified as perpetrating abuse and neglect. It is a sad statistic and a sad reality." The Parenting Workshops offer parents, caregivers, and guardians the opportunity to better understand the challenges of parenting and empowers them with knowledge and parenting education.

The future is bright with investment opportunities for the local manufacturing sector. This, from Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Energy Industries, Stuart Young, as he addressed the Gala Awards Ceremony hosted by the Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers' Association. "We have every reason to continue to be optimistic. The International Monetary Fund has projected that our economy will grow by 2.4% in 2024 and that positive growth will continue over the next few years." He said the manufacturing sector will benefit from the opening of the Phoenix Park Industrial Estate. "These economic spaces facilitate new investments and encourage reinvestments. Supporting these investments and efforts is the new Special Economic Zones Regime which will unleash a wave of public and private sector investments, and economic infrastructure that will facilitate the growth of existing and emerging markets and industries." The Acting Prime Minister noted the manufacturing sector is already generating more than $9 billion for the local economy. "Education and skills development is another vital area expected to shape your sector's future, therefore the focus must be on up-skilling your workforce with new skills and knowledge to fuel innovation. Part of growing and sustaining a brand also requires fresh ideas, new outlooks." Meanwhile, Chairman of the WISYNCO Group, William Mahfood, said regional employers need to create a more employee-friendly environment. "Eighty five percent of college graduates in Jamaica migrate. In Trinidad, I think that figure is somewhere around 50%, or 52%. In addition to the high skilled technical workers that exist, they're being poached by Canada, the United States, and Europe." One of the most prescribed awards at the event resulted in a tie with Angostura Limited and Novo Farms Limited being both named Innovator of the Year.

In today's environment it can be difficult for young people to be heard. Teaching Artist Arielle John says Girl Be Heard TT fosters an environment where young individuals can express themselves creatively and address important social issues. It works to amplify their voices and advocates for change.

Zoning policies are helping Trinidad and Tobago balance development and conservation. These two competing ideas can be harmonized by the formal designation of areas through research to promote economic development, control traffic flow, or protect certain resources.

Chatting about the Love Movement's Christmas Concert, "A Reason To Love."

Chairman of the Tunapuna/Piarco Regional Corporation, Josiah Austin joins us on set to share all the exciting activities taking place for "Tunapuna Week."

The Olympia Wolfpack Gymnastics Academy is a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to developing young people in the sport of gymnastics and healthy lifestyles. This year, 14 of their gymnasts have qualified as national athletes to represent Trinidad and Tobago at the CARIFTA WAG Gymnastics Championships. Press play and learn more about the athletes and how you can help them achieve their dreams.

A musical celebration of hope love And community, Johann Chuckaree chats about St. Theresa's RC Church's Concert, Celebramos 3.

As Girl Be Heard TT strives to expand its reach and grow its programme with the introduction of new initiatives targeting migrant and rural communities the need for an annual fundraising effort is paramount. Take a look as we get the details of the Girl Be Heard Fundraising Gala.

Some people believe that learning to swim would be natural, especially growing up on the beautiful islands of Trinidad and Tobago. The reality is a lot of people do not possess that skill. The Ministry of Sport and Community Development, through the SHAPE in Communities Programme, sought to address this through the introduction of the April Pools Learn to Swim initiative. Let's just say the Programme 'made waves'. More in this Feel Good Moment.

The San Fernando City Corporation on Monday honoured citizens for their contributions to the city. Among those being honoured were the former Mayor of San Fernando, Ian Atherly, and former Government Minister and PNM stalwart, Joan Yuille-Williams. In addition to her political achievements, former government Minister and PNM stalwart, Joan Yuille-Williams has made significant contributions to the sport of netball, particularly in the city of San Fernando. According to Deputy Mayor Patricia Alexis, her passion for the sport has seen her take on various roles, from player to coach and ultimately to a key administrator. "She has been instrumental in developing netball at the grassroots level, inspiring young athletes and promoting the sport within her community. Her commitment to netball has earned her recognition as a stalwart in the sports community, and she continues to champion initiatives that support and elevate women's sports in Trinidad and Tobago." Ms. Alexis said Mrs. Yuille-Williams’ contributions have left a lasting impact, inspiring future generations to engage in both civic duty and athletic pursuits. Also acknowledged for his contribution to sport was former Mayor of San Fernando and former National Cyclist Ian Atherly. His dedication to the sport not only earned him accolades but also made him a role model for aspiring athletes in the region. One of Mr. Atherly’s key initiatives as Mayor was the conceptualisation of the cross-crossing food court. As he congratulated the recipients, Mayor of San Fernando, Robert Parris, emphasised the power of culture to unite communities beyond politics, highlighting achievements like San Fernando Hill's incorporation into the City Corporation, and collaborations with Point Fortin to boost regional tourism. "We took a holistic approach towards tourism. Mayor Clyde James and I sat down and we stated we cannot develop the Southwestern Peninsula singularly. We have to come together. And we see the opportunities with November being the Cruise Ship Season that both San Fernando and the Borough of Point Fortin can benefit from our strategic partnership." Among those receiving awards were Roopnarine Herowan for his 47 years of service to the San Fernando City Corporation, Vishnu Rampersad was recognised for 44 years’ service, and Lorna Jugmohan was recognised for 37 years' service. In the area of Art and Culture, awards were given to Daniel Rajkumar and Selwyn Bunny Persad. Major Joseph Bridgewater, Michelle Dowridge, and book retailer Keith Khan were recognised for their contributions to education.

We’ve all heard of menopause, the end of a woman’s reproductive cycle but did you know men experience something similar? It’s called andropause, or "male menopause," and it comes with its own set of health changes. In this week's Health Check we’ll tell you what andropause means and why it matters.

The Central Zone of the Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board held the second phase of their Under-14 Youth Development Programme. Naasira Mohammed brings us the details of the Programme and its main feature - the Chairman’s Cup.

The Trinidad and Tobago Red Force entered the CG United Super 50 Semi Finals as one of the teams least impacted by the departure of players chosen for the West Indies Test squad facing Bangladesh. Naasira Mohammed has all the details.

A top shelf line-up of teams is set to take the field on Wednesday and Thursday in the Tobago Football Association Quarter Finals at the Dwight Yorke Stadium and Courland Grounds respectively. Eagles FC is one of those teams, and we have the highlights of how they got there.