International Day of Persons with Disabilities is commemorated annually on December 3rd. This day isn’t just about awareness - it’s about inclusion, accessibility, empowerment, and creating a world where everyone, has the opportunity to thrive and contribute. This week, We Focus on the Solari Community Choir, a safe space where people with disabilities can enjoy their hobby.

Latin America and CARICOM countries are struggling with the energy transition. This, according to Minister of Energy and Energy Industries, Stuart Young, while speaking at the Launch of CAF’s Report on Economic Development (RED) 2024. The 2024 issue was delivered by the CAF Development Bank on Monday, highlighting the need for a just energy transition in Latin America and the Caribbean, which considered each country’s realities. Speaking at the event, Minister Young said the energy transition issue continues to be a matter of critical concern, especially for countries like Trinidad and Tobago. "I've also tried to get the African continent on board with us because I'm convinced that with these three regions, Latin America, CARICOM, and Africa, advocating together as one voice for this extremely important topic, the more developed countries would take increasing notice. Latin America, like the CARICOM region and Africa, are struggling with the energy transition." Finance Minister Colm Imbert pointed out that it's easy for diversified economies to talk about the elimination of fossil fuels. "But for countries that have few alternative sources of income, the future will be difficult. Trinidad and Tobago is an energy-based economy, and therefore we must be careful and prudent, and our energy transition must therefore be measured and sensible. We certainly cannot abandon the production of oil and gas." However, he said Trinidad and Tobago will continue its part to reduce its carbon footprint, despite being just a ‘speck’ on the emissions map. "Because one of the issues that we as a country have is that they look at the per capita emissions of Trinidad and Tobago. So we have a small population, just over a million people. We have some of the largest petrochemical industries in the world. So therefore, if you're using per capita emissions to measure Trinidad and Tobago, we're going to rank high up on the scale. But if you look at total emissions, we are just a small speck in the carbon emission landscape." Minister Young though said the renewables talk is a part of continuous discussions. "So when you weigh the cost of natural gas, let's say $5 versus $15 for green hydrogen as the initial product into the creation of the green hydrogen you see that, quite simply, the economics are not there as yet, but Trinidad and Tobago has been granted the permission. The Government, the Cabinet have granted us the permission to build the first green hydrogen pilot project, and the CAF bank, I'm happy to say, is helping us with that project." The CAF report highlights the importance of increasing the presence of renewable energies and replacing fossil fuels with cleaner alternatives, as well as the role that gas can play in the transition.

In Part 1 of Navigating HIV In The Workplace, Ayanna Carter speaks with Ms. Heather Rodney, Manager of the HIV Workplace Advocacy Unit, and Ms. Yolanda Simon, Assistant Manager – HIV Workplace Advocacy Unit, on the work conducted by the Unit and the importance of the National Workplace Policy on HIV/AIDS.

On Sunday, we brought you the thrilling highlights from the Tobago FA Cup Final, but the playoff for third place between Signal Hill United and Stokely Vale FC also did not disappoint. Wayne Cunningham has the highlights from that encounter.

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On the NOW Morning Show, the Emancipation Support Committee (ESCTT) tells us about the upcoming African History Quiz and Spoken Word Competition 2024.

The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service's Inspector Michelle Lewis explains how to spot and safeguard yourself against fraudulent transactions. She also gave citizens and business owners some safety advice.

As our collaboration continues with the Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago, we're joined by Artist Nicholas Huggins as he gives some insight into is art pieces.

Miss Universe Congeniality 2024, Jenelle Thongs talks about her experience competing in the Miss Universe Pageant on the NOW Morning Show.

Question: What more needs to be done to address domestic violence in T&T?

The majority of Opposition MPs are remaining tight lipped on how they will be utilising the extra money they are set to receive in their salaries. However, three of them told CNC3 News that the money is going to be used to for charitable purposes. Akash Samaroo has more.

Following on from those startling statistics, Sunday Guardian's lead story tracks the growing problem of children and their mothers being killed in domestic disputes in Trinidad and Tobago. CNC3 News profiled the murder of Tara Ramsaroop and her one-year-old Jada Motilal. They were killed at their Barrackpore home two months ago and the incident still haunts their family. Ramsaroop's common-law-husband Rishi Motilal has since been charged with the murders, which has done little to comfort relatives who continue to live with the grief of their loss. And as T&T commemorates 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, the story of their end remains a grim reminder of what happens when help does not come. Shane Superville has more.

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On Sunday evening, the more experienced constituents of Arouca Maloney took the spotlight at a senior citizens dinner at the Bon Air West Community Centre. The event is an annual tradition aimed at honouring senior citizens, fostering community spirit, and celebrating the rich history and culture of the Arouca/Maloney Constituency.

The preliminary round of the 2025 national Panorama Single Pan Competition wrapped up in Tobago last night and Metro Stars' arrangement of Disco Daddy by Lord Nelson makes our feel good moment.

Every year, Tobago joins the world in observing Remembrance Day. Though brief, the event is often described as a solemn one honouring those who served in World Wars I and II. A main stakeholder in the execution of the annual event is the Royal Commonwealth Ex-Services League’s Tobago Branch. In this I Love Tobago, Public Relations Officer of the Association Dave Elliott tells us about the work they do.

El Dorado West Secondary are the Under 14 East Zone champions, after they defeated Trinity College East 5-2 in the final.