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MyStory YourStory WeStory “Extended Version” Part 5

Sep 21, '13 by SCORCH admin
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TT 101 Year TimeLine

1941: The arrival of US troops as a result of the Anglo-US bases Agreement changes the pop culture of T&T as these soldiers become T&T’s distribution outlet to the world and patrons of Calypso culture. Stokely Carmichael (aka Kwame Ture), inventor of the term ‘Black Power’ is born in Port-of-Spain. Inventor of Soca and Jamoo Ras Shorty I is born in Lengua Village, Princes Town. André Tanker father of T&T fusion music is born- his mother is a descendant of Cazabon, Trinidad’s first great painter.,…

Policing marijuana – the UK experience

Sep 18, '13 by SCORCH admin
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September 18, 2013 Countries all over the world take different approaches to the policing of marijuana possession and consumption. In many places it is widely assumed that the drug is legal, whereas in fact it is technically illegal, but tolerated in specific circumstances, such as a decision not to prosecute those who possess small amounts for personal use. In the United Kingdom, marijuana is a “Class B” drug: it’s illegal. The maximum penalty for supplying or producing marijuana is 14 years imprisonment and/or an unlimited fine; the…

Sparrow in a Coma – (UPDATE)

Sep 17, '13 by SCORCH admin
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Press Release from Sparrow’s wife We are pleased to inform the fans of the Dr. Slinger Francisco, The Mighty Sparrow, and the population at large  that he is conscious and responsive. He is being monitored and we are hopeful that he will continue to progress further. We are specially grateful to the doctors and nurses for their professional and attentive caring for him. We also wish to express our profound appreciation for the prayers and outpouring of well wishes from all concerned and will issue further updates…

“Free up” the herb or Lock them all up?

Sep 17, '13 by SCORCH admin
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The Chief Justice’s suggestion to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana is sparking debate in many quarters. Already police officers are welcoming the suggestion. The Police Social and Welfare Association is agreeing with Justice Archie. General Secretary Michael Seales says in other jurisdictions persons found in possession of marijuana sticks are either cautioned or ticketed by the police. He says this would allow officers to focus on “hardcore crimes” instead of being in court for such a simple offense. On the flip side… Health Minister Dr…

MyStory YourStory WeStory “Extended Version” Part 4

Sep 16, '13 by SCORCH admin
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TT 101 Year TimeLine

1923: The father of bikini and bead mas Edmund Hart is born. One of T&T’s greatest actors Errol Jones is born 1924: Ken Morris T&T’s great copper-smith is born. Errol John (one of T&T’s greatest international actors and playwrights is born 1925: The goat races begin in Tobago as a working-class alternative to horse racing. First general elections. Arthur Andrew Cipriani- champion of the barefooted man’ wins seat on City Council. 1927: Jason Griffith, father of Sailor Mas is born in Belmont. Ramdeen “John Agitation”…

Not so Blurred lines…

Sep 13, '13 by Samantha Alexander
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“I know you want it!” If we don’t know any other line in Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines” we definitely know that one. Quick question though, how does Robin know she wants it ? Then again, he is Robin Thicke – you know what I’m saying ladies…but let’s take a deeper look at this. Robin goes on to say he might be deaf , blind or crazy because he’s not sure whats her deal due to these blurred lines. Yes Robin, you just may be suffering…

MyStory YourStory WeStory “Extended Version” Part 3

Sep 11, '13 by SCORCH admin
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TT 101 Year TimeLine

1881: Canboulay/Carnival riots in Port of Spain. Oppressive Captain Baker and the police are driven back by the revelers and the State has to negotiate with the Carnival. Tamboo bamboo bands begin after the banning of the drums 1882: 2 British Warships were stationed in the harbor, troops and volunteers on full alert for Carnival 1884: The Muharram/Hosay Riots – where Hosay celebrants resisted a ban on Hosay processions. Muslims, Hindus, Africans and East Indians unite against the colonial powers who fear Hosay’s power to unite the masses….

MyStory YourStory WeStory “Extended Version” Part 2

Sep 9, '13 by SCORCH admin
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TT 101 Year TimeLine

1791: Toussaint L’Ouverture and the Haitian revolution- the only successful slave revolt in human history 1793: British retake Tobago. 1797: British conquest of Trinidad; Picton becomes first British governor. 1805: Spanish (and French) naval power broken at Trafalgar: British possessions in West Indies secure. 1806: Chinese indentures come in, but most of them die out. 1807: British Parliament unilaterally declares the abolition of the Transatlantic slave trade. 1808: Great Fire razes Port of Spain. 1813: Our first great artist Michel Jean Cazabon born 1816: Demobilized Africans who…

The Next Ariapita Ave?

Sep 5, '13 by SCORCH admin
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The avenue has been such a point of contention over the last few years. Everyone seems to have an idea for this prime stretch of real estate. Check out this proposed re-designed from the TDC Design by: OBMI and Talma We would love to hear your thoughts so drop us a line in the comments section below.

MyStory YourStory WeStory “Extended Version” Part 1

Sep 4, '13 by SCORCH admin
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TT 101 Year TimeLine

SCORCH takes a tour through the history of this beautifully diverse place we call ‘home’. Between now and Republic day we will be revealing more and more of this 5 part series. Enjoy! Compiled by Rubadiri Victor [divider] 13,000-6,000BC : Trinidad is part of the South American continent- the last piece of the Andes and either breaks off or is separated by flood or tectonic plate movements to become an island. This is why Trinidad has a lush Amazonian forest. 5,000 BC: Trinidad has human settlement….