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2 Gunmen Kill Patient Inside Ward At P.O.S General Hospital

27/11/2019

Dejean Broker (25) from Laventille was warded at the Port-of-Spain General Hospital when two (2) gunmen entered his room around 8:45pm on Tuesday 26th November 2019 and fired at least ten (10) shots at him. He died on the spot. Broker was at the Hospital since a stabbing incident took place the day before, Monday 25th November 2019, in the Western Division.

See a statement below from the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) about the shooting.

The Port-of-Spain General Hospital has been secured by the Police Service, which is also at this time actively investigating the circumstances surrounding a shooting incident, which occurred at the Port-of-Spain General Hospital around 8:45 pm tonight, Tuesday, November 26th, 2019.

25 year-old Dejean Broker, of Hill View Laventille, was warded at the hospital, nursing stab wounds he received from an incident which occurred on Monday, 25th November 2019, in the Western Division.

Police have been informed that two men dressed as hospital workers entered the ward and shot the deceased.

TTPS wishes to advise that there will be a continued police presence at the hospital for the next few days. Investigations remain very active.

The North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) also released a statement following the incident:

The North West Regional Health Authority (NWRHA) wishes to advise that a male patient was shot and killed on ward 3 of the Port of Spain General Hospital, shortly before 9:00 pm tonight, Tuesday 26th November, 2019.

Members of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) are currently on the scene investigating this incident.

The NWRHA has taken immediate steps to augment security services at the hospital and will be meeting with members of the Trinidad and Tobago Registered Nurses Association tomorrow at 10:00 am to collectively discuss and ascertain measures to improve the safety and security of our staff.

Counselling Services will be extended to all employees and patients affected by this incident.

The NWRHA remains committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all our employees, patients and persons visiting our institutions.

This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.

[Source: CNC3]

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Panic In P.O.S As ‘Second Device’ Found Following Explosion At Parkade

26/11/2019

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As explosion was heard around 11am this morning (Tuesday 26th November 2019) on the 12th floor of the Parkade building on Richmond Street in Port-of-Spain. Following the explosion, smoke quickly filled the elevator and the elevator shaft of the facility as people attempted to flee the area.

Fire Fighters and Police Officers rushed to the scene and discovered scorch marks on the floor where the explosion was reported. Remnants of a homemade, battery-operated device was found and identified to be the cause of the minor explosion. A subsequent search of the area identified a second device this afternoon which had not yet exploded. Police said both devices are square-shaped and were found at the Southwestern side of the Parking Complex on the 12th floor, near the elevator door.

The Ministry of Communications has cautioned the public to stay away from the Parkade on Richmond Street.

The Parkade and surrounding buildings were evacuated, including government offices, the Unit Trust Corporation and Mecalfab. Queen and Edwards Streets were blocked off with yellow caution tape.

At present, security searches are still being conducted and Fire and Police officials remain on the scene.

This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates.

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Met Office Extends Adverse Weather Alert Until Wednesday 27th November 2019

26/11/2019

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UPDATE (27/11/19 - 9am): The Adverse Weather Alert has been discontinued by the Met Office. Isolated showers and Thunderstorms are approaching Eastern T&T, with additional activity across Western areas after Midday. The main hazards are Street Flooding and gusty winds.

The initial Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) has been extended by the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service until 10am on Wednesday 27th November 2019 as more showers and Thunderstorms are expected. As winds in the lower levels of the atmosphere continue to be relatively strong, there remains a high chance of gusty winds in excess of 55 Km/hr accompanying isolated showers and Thunderstorms overnight (Tuesday) and into Wednesday morning. Note that Thunderstorms may continue into Wednesday afternoon as well.

See the latest Adverse Weather Alert from the Met Office below and stay tuned for updates.

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Tropical Wave 68: Met Office Issues Adverse Weather Alert For Tuesday 26th November 2019

25/11/2019

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UPDATE (26/11/19 - 5pm): The Met Office has extended its Adverse Weather Alert until Wednesday.

UPDATE (26/11/19 - 7:30am): Moderate to heavy showers are continuing across many areas of Trinidad and Tobago, and these conditions are expected to intensify as the day progresses.

UPDATE (26/11/19 - 5:45am): The axis of Tropical Wave 68 is now moving across Trinidad and Tobago. Moderate to heavy showers, periods of rain and Thunderstorms are nearing and moving across both islands (via @TTWeatherCenter).

Tropical Wave 68 is forecast to traverse our region on Tuesday 26th November 2019, bringing gusty winds and locally heavy rainfall. In light of this, the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service has issued an Adverse Weather Alert (Yellow Level) from 9am until 4pm on Tuesday.

According to the Met Office, heavy showers and Thunderstorms are expected in isolated areas of Trinidad and to a lesser extent over Tobago on Tuesday, with accumulated rainfall approximating 20 - 25 mm. Winds are likely to gust in excess of 60 Km/h at times. These conditions can lead to localised flooding in some areas. Note that inclement weather may continue into Wednesday 27th November 2019.

Based on the latest model guidance and analysis, much of the severe weather is forecast to begin after Midnight tonight (Monday 25th November 2019) and into mid-afternoon on Tuesday. Another flare-up of showers and Thunderstorms can be expected early Wednesday morning, subsiding by afternoon.

Trinidad and Tobago is NOT under any Tropical Storm Watch or Warning at this time.

See the Adverse Weather Alert from the Met Office below and stay tuned for updates.

The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management (ODPM) is reminding citizens to “get ready and stay ready” by utilizing their 10 tips below to prepare for inclement weather.

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Al-Rawi: You Will Be Allowed Up To 4 Marijuana Plants At Home Without A License

22/11/2019

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Attorney General, Faris Al-Rawi, presented two (2) Bills in Parliament on Friday 22nd November 2019 that seek to decriminalize Marijuana in Trinidad & Tobago. The Bills are called the Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and the Cannabis Control Bill. Both Bills will be debated in the House of Representatives at a later date.

The Government, after significant research and wide stakeholder consultation, is of the firm view it is the correct time to amend the Dangerous Drugs Act.

In laying the legislation, the Attorney General said that between 2017 and 2018, there were 84,666 cases before the Courts under the Dangerous Drugs Act, for possession, cultivation and gathering of weed. Of that figure, 71,964 were for possession of Marijuana alone.

Below are several facts about how the decriminalization of Marijuana will work in T&T, as outlined by the Attorney General:

The new law will maintain the prohibition of the use of Marijuana in public spaces, educational places and places of work.
It will allow a person to lawfully grow no more than four (4) male Marijuana plants at a residence without a License.
Possession of 30 grammes or less will no longer be an offence.
Fixed Penalties will apply for possession of more than 30 grammes but not more than 60 grammes and for possession of 5 to 10 grammes of resin.
The full brunt of the law will be applied only if someone refuses to pay the Fixed Penalty and after Community Service is explored.
Persons will be prosecuted for having Marijuana in school limits, on a bus or in a Schoolyard, even if they are in possession of the acceptable amounts. That Penalty will be $200,000 and imprisonment for five (5) years.
Anyone in control of a motor vehicle, aircraft or ship while under the influence of Marijuana will be liable to Summary Conviction carrying a Penalty of $250,000 and imprisonment for five (5) years.
Persons currently before the Courts for possession of up to 60 grammes can apply to be discharged and have their matters expunged. They will also be able to apply for a Pardon.

Eight (8) types of Licenses will be granted by a Cannabis Control Authority, including Licenses for cultivation, retail distribution, importation/exportation and transportation. Strict controls will also be in place for medicinal use and religious purposes.

[Source: CNC3]

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Watch: Tesla Reveals Electric Pickup Truck That Rivals Ford F-150 | Cybertruck

22/11/2019

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Tesla CEO, Elon Musk, unveiled what he calls the “Cybertruck” on Thursday night (21st November 2019) at an Event in Los Angeles. This electric Pickup Truck is set to roll off the assembly line in late 2021, starting at US $39,900. Pre-Orders have already started.

It’s safe to say that the design of the Cybertruck is not loved by everyone. Some people love it, others absolutely hate the look of the thing. Musk clearly does not care what people think of its design, as he said so in a Tweet back in 2018.

The Cybertruck can seat a total of six (6) adults and the body is made of ultra-hard 30X cold-rolled stainless steel. In an effort to demonstrate its ruggedness, Musk had Tesla’s Chief of Design, Franz von Holzhausen, hit the door of the Cybertruck with a Sledgehammer several times, without leaving a dent. They then showed the Pickup Truck winning a Tug-of-War with a Ford F-150 and a Drag Race with a Porsche 911. However, all did not go as planned during the demos. When Holzhausen attempted to throw a metal ball against the armored glass of the Cybertruck, it shattered on both tries. Musk quickly joked “we’ll fix it in post.”

There will be three (3) available versions of the Cybertruck, as follows:

Single motor rear-wheel drive with 250 miles of range, 7,500-pound towing capacity, and 0–60 Mph capabilities in under 6.5 seconds, for US $39,900.
Dual motor all-wheel drive with 300 miles of range, 10,000-pound towing capacity, and 0–60 Mph in under 4.5 seconds for US $49,900.
Triple motor all-wheel drive with 500 miles of range, 14,000-pound towing capacity, and 0–60 Mph in under 2.9 seconds for US $69,900 (though this version won’t start production until late 2022).

Watch below as popular YouTuber, Marques Brownlee (aka MKBHD), gives his impressions of the Cybertruck as he gets a first-ride in Tesla’s futuristic Pickup Truck.