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Pan and carnival for NY Fashion Week - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
Fashion Week New York is about to experience a culturally-rich spectacle when Jolanta Kissoon, a Minnesota-based photographer known for her behind-the-camera work in creating captivating content for esteemed fashion brands, makes her debut as a fashion show producer. A media release said her i
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Nikoli Edwards: PDP win signals room for third parties in Trinidad and Tobago politics
The content originally appeared on: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday Leader of the Progressive Party Nikoli Jean-Paul Edwards said the Progressive Democratic Patriots (PDP) victory in Monday’s Tobago House of Assembly (THA) elections debunks the myth that there is no room for third parties in Trinidad
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NAAA shifts Olympic qualification meet to Monday - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
THE track and field meet for Trinidad and Tobago athletes vying for Olympic qualification has been moved to Monday. The meet was originally scheduled to be held on Sunday, but due the weekend's curfew restrictions forced the National Association of Athletics Administrations to shift the date.
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Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts Appoints Shanta Thake as Chief Artistic Officer
As a mixed-race woman of color, Thake will serve in the groundbreaking role in the highest ranks of the city’s cultural establishment.
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Khan concerned about Guyanese duo future | New York Carib News
PORT-OF-SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC): A former manager of the Windies team has warned that all-rounder Keemo Paul and left-handed batsman Shimron Hetmyer may have taken a big risk opting out of next month’s tour of
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Pollard, Northants cancel contract by ‘mutual agreement’
LONDON, CMC – Kieron Pollard’s contract with English county Northamptonshire has been cancelled by “mutual agreement”, amidst the ongoing uncertainty owing to the COVID-19 pandemic
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Antigua and Barbuda prime minister assumes chairmanship of CARICOM
Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Gaston Browne assumed the chairmanship of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on July 1. Browne succeeds Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Dr Keith Rowley, and will...
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Guyana to benefit from IDB COVID-19 grant to region
The Trinidad-based Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has received a grant from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to help in the response to the (COVID-19 pandemic and Guyana will be among the
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Jon Batiste Is In A Class Of His Own
On the night of this year’s Academy Awards, Jon Batiste stood tall at the podium. Wearing a dark blue tuxedo with a pinned floral embellishment, the jazz singer warmly scanned […] The post Jon Batiste Is In A Class Of His Own appeared first on Essence.
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Trinidad will not have open-door policy for migrants  - PM - Stabroek News
(Trinidad Guardian) Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley says “under no circumstances” will Trinidad and Tobago implement an open-door policy to migrants. The article Trinidad will not have open-door policy for migrants  - PM appeared first on Stabroek News.
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Court of Appeal to rule Monday in challenge to GECOM declaration
The Guyana Court of Appeal is to rule on Monday at 1.30 pm in the case brought by Eslyn David against GECOM and the Chief Election Officer seeking to stop the declaration of the results of the March 2nd general
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DOE - "Brighter"
Rising gospel artist DOE spreads the light in the music video for her debut single "Brighter."
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Persad-Bissessar returns as UNC leader | New York Carib News
Opposition Leader Kamla Persad Bissessar has been retained as the political leader of the main opposition United National Congress (UNC) after her main challenger for the post, Vasant Bharath, a former trade minister, confirmed on Monday that he had conceded defeat.
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G-Clef Music Academy to Hold Free Reg Day on July 5
Learning how to play an instrument builds several essential skills for school, such as listening, reading, math, paying attention, confidence and following instructions.
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Acox, Jr., Clarence (1947- )
Clarence Acox, Jr. is an award-winning American jazz drummer and band director. Born in October 1947, he is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana.  Since his arrival in Seattle in 1971 he has become one of the most influential musical directors in the Pacific Northwest and one of the most successful
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Rasika Dindial’s chutney parang sensation Jing Ah Ling – a Trini Christmas hit - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
SHANICE HERCULES A new chutney parang classic has emerged. “Jing Ah Ling”, the latest offering from celebrated chutney singer Rasika “D Rani” Dindial, has become a viral sensation, capturing the hearts of locals with its charm, humour, and infectious rhythm. Dindial's song has over 325,000
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Melvin Jones Joins Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra for Special Collaboration in USVI | USVI News | WCVI-TV
In continuing coverage, the Caribbean Music Institute Orchestra has a special collaboration last weekend in St. Thomas. A multiple Grammy Award Winning trumpeter and musical director for Hollywood's Tyler Perry performed with the 15-piece orchestra. His name is Melvin Jones, and he jammed with
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Hinds: Government long-term plan is to register Venezuelans
The content originally appeared on: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday News In this file photo, Venezuelan nationals enter Immigration Division on Henry Street, Port of Spain, to drop off re-registration forms and other documents. Photo by Vidya Thurab THE Government has no long-term plans to deal with
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The Aretha Franklin Amphitheater Postpones All Currently Ticketed Summer 2020 Performance Dates to 2021
Like so many performing arts venues, organizations and businesses, The Aretha Franklin Amphitheater’s 2020 ticketed performances have been affected by the COVID-19
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National School of Music being relocated for Labour Ministry - Stabroek News
The National School of Music is being relocated from the Brickdam, Georgetown building where it is currently housed in order to accommodate the new Ministry of Labour. The article National School of Music being relocated for Labour Ministry appeared first on Stabroek News.
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Soca Artists Kes The Band Is Back With New Live Album Just In Time For Labor Day Weekend
When I think about how soca music makes me feel, I beam from the inside.Charge it to my Trinidadian roots, but whenever a big 'chune' plays (old or new)my eyes […] The post Soca Artists Kes The Band Brings Caribbean Vibes Just In Time For Labor Day Weekend appeared first on Essence.
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A look at a Trinidad and Tobago Christmas
The content originally appeared on: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday News Santa Claus with three-month-old Kaylee Kimkeran of Rousillac, at the Gulf City Mall La Romain on Christmas Eve. - Photo by Jeff K. Mayers Newsday photographers captured some of these images reflecting the past 24 hours in
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T&T could keep borders closed until after Aug 10 polls
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) The Trinidad and Tobago Government says it has no plans to rush towards reopening the borders of the country closed since March in a bid to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).Oppositions parties have been calling on Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley
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Ministry expands covid19 step-down care to make more room in hospitals
The content originally appeared on: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday News The Couva Hospital and Multi-Training Facility where critical covid19 patients are treated. File photo Even though there has been a slight decrease in the number of people hospitalised with covid19, the Ministry of Health is
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'We Hear You': Michael B. Jordan Apologizes and Announces Rum Renaming Following Cultural Appropriation Accusations
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Mataya seeks to transform lives through music - NewsDay Zimbabwe
BY KENNETH NYANGANI  VETERAN gospel musician Mechanic Manyeruke has continued to inspire the new crop of artistes with South Africa-based rising singer The post Mataya seeks to transform lives through music appeared first on NewsDay Zimbabwe.
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Street Level VI Accepting Applications for Hughly Prince Memorial Scholarships
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