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Police Service Media Ambassador, ASP Rajesh Lall, reveals that there is an increase in the offence of Demanding Money by Menace being committed against the business community. Speaking on today’s edition of CNC3’s The Morning Brew, he encouraged members of the public and businesses to file reports when confronted by criminals attempting to extort money from them….

Although the rainy season has been officially declared, the heat is still on. But for some, their air conditioning unit isn’t. Whether it’s an attempt to be frugal, or you’re following T&TEC’s call to use less electricity, there are a few ways you can stay cool without using an AC. Learn more in this edition of Wellness Wednesday.

We asked members of the public whether they agree with the Prime Minister’s and National Security Minister's responses to the latest crime surge. Here's what some of you had to say.

Amid growing climate concerns the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service has announced plans to set up 100 weather stations across the country before next June. The Met Service says this will enhance climate data collection and address the accelerating impacts of climate change. Radhica De Silva and Ivan Toolsie went to the ASJA Girls College in San Fernando, where one of the 3D-printed automatic weather stations was officially launched.

The Trinidad and Tobago Disaster Risk Management Conference & Expo incorporated the special needs of the disadvantaged in its Disaster Response Planning Presentation. In a panel discussion, Morgan Lewis of the Autistic Society, spoke on behalf of the Coalition of Disability Organisations and said not all disabilities are visible and different disabilities and conditions vary to the individual. Ms. Lewis said one of the defining moments of the autism spectrum is for the individual to deal with sudden changes at the moment.

Pregnancy during adolescence has far-reaching negative consequences on the educational and employment trajectories of teen mothers. To empower these young mothers to thrive and break intergenerational cycles of poverty, the Division of Wellness and Social Protection designed the Programme for Adolescent Mothers in 2003. Social Worker, Erla Bacchus-Charles, said more on the programme’s mission and vision. Further, the programme employs a holistic range of educational, developmental and skills training. But while the programme has seen many success stories and a reduction in the number of mothers below the age of 13, Ms. Bacchus-Charles believes early conversation is the best prevention measure.

Minister of Finance Colm Imbert has received encouraging news from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) which gave T&T a favourable outlook for growth. In its Country Report, the IMF said for the first time in a decade, T&T is experiencing a gradual and sustained economic recovery. The report praised Government's fiscal policies, its management of the public debt, diversification efforts and moves to strengthen its tax regime, and its climate and green energy agenda. The report also added that economic growth is expected to gain momentum this year, with real GDP expected to expand by 2.4%. However, the report indicated that while T&T is seeing growth, it has not returned to pre-pandemic levels.

Drones have become very common in T&T. We see them being used for surveillance in certain areas and for capturing breathtaking aerial views. But in the United States, drones are being used for a lot more, such as delivering packages. Angelo Jedidiah has more in this edition of Tech Talk.

It has been two months since Danyelle Samaroo lost her baby due to an infection at the NICU of the Port-of-Spain General Hospital. She says time is yet to heal her wounds and broken heart. In an interview with Jesse Ramdeo, she expressed hope that the PAHO investigation into the matter can provide the closure she and other parents are hoping for.

As crime continues to affect communities across the country, Crime Stoppers and Neighbourhood Crime Watch have established over 2,000 community groups. Director Darrin Carmichael believes these groups have been instrumental in assisting many communities affected by crime. The Neighbourhood Crime Watch also has been setting up groups in hotspots. Otto Carrington reports on how these systems are different from those in other communities.

Despite a wave of challenges, a group of students from the Vessigny Secondary School were able to capture the hearts of the judges at this year's Sustainable Energy Debate Competition. But the trophy is not the only thing the students are proud of. They're also elated over their unwavering spirit in the face of intimidating rivals. Jesse Ramdeo brings us their story.

Get ready for an exhilarating showdown on Sunday 23rd June at the Cyd Gray Stadium in Tobago! Past students from eight top-notch Secondary Schools will gather to battle it out for a chance to unseat the reigning three-time champion, the mighty immortals from SSS. SSS Alumni President Kevon McKenna along with representatives from Arima Dial Dynamos, Moruga Secondary School Past Students, the Alumni Association of Presentation Chaguanas, and St. Augustine Old Boys tell us more about the event and draw for play positions.

This year marks the 18th installation of the Rainbow Cup Triathlon & 5K Run. The one-day event, which features seven race categories for individuals and teams, will be held this Saturday at Turtle Beach in Tobago. Event Coordinator Jason Gooding updates us on how things are shaping up in Tobago.

Social Services Officer Erla Bacchus-Charles tells us about an educational, development, and skills-training Programme offered through the THA Division of Health and Wellness and Social Protection to help mothers who are 19 years and under.

Tobago Performing Arts Company’s Fource Arts Festival recently concluded at the Shaw Park Complex in Tobago. Mr. Ojay Richards, Orchestra Coordinator and one of the masterminds behind the grand finale concert 'Syncopulsion,' and Mrs. Tinielle Des Vignes-Hill, TPAC’S Communications and Marketing Manager, discuss the highlights of the festival, the vision behind 'Syncopulsion,' and what lies ahead for the company.

Tobagonian Kinia Johnson charts her journey from becoming the Founder and Executive Chef of L’Onction Friandises and creating bespoke menus, cakes, and food, to recently winning an Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE-some) Award.

The ICC and the team at the Men's T20 world cup made an emotional and world class performance possible, as King David Rudder and Soca star Erphan Alves did a duet of the West Indies anthem in Guyana. A piece of their performance makes us rally around the West Indies in tonight's feel good moment.

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