Country News
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Trinidad and Tobago: Two Islands of Energy, Culture and Possibility
A full country portrait exploring Trinidad and Tobago’s energy economy, financial resilience, cocoa innovation, culture, cuisine, biodiversity and everyday life.
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Canada in focus: natural wealth, vibrant communities and an economy looking ahead
From natural resources and clean electricity to distinctive communities, regional food and remarkable landscapes, a closer look at Canada’s strengths.
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Australia: Natural Wealth, Creative Cities and a Continent of Possibilities
An in-depth profile of Australia’s economy, natural resources, finance, innovation, First Nations cultures, food and tourism.
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United Arab Emirates: Seven Emirates, Global Ambition and a Culture of Welcome
A country profile exploring the UAE’s economic diversification, energy, finance, tourism, food, culture and scientific ambition across its seven emirates.
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Canada announces C$200 million investment in Woodfibre LNG
Howe Sound, British Columbia, December 2010. Archive regional view, not a photograph of the Woodfibre LNG facility or current construction. Photo: Guilhem Vellut / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Displayed at reduced size. By Tito Baron Media News Desk | November 13, 2026 Canada has announced a C$200 million investment in the Woodfibre LNG project…
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Abu Dhabi talks put UAE at centre of renewed Ukraine peace push
Abu Dhabi skyline, 2017. Archive city view, not a photograph of the current negotiations. Photo: comedian44 / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Displayed at reduced size. By Tito Baron Media News Desk | November 13, 2026 The UAE hosted a new round of Russia-Ukraine-U.S. talks in Abu Dhabi on November 10, according to its Ministry…
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Microsoft outage hits Australian security agencies and public services
Archive photograph: Microsoft store in Sydney, Australia, August 15, 2017. This file photo illustrates Microsoft’s presence in Australia; it does not depict the outage. Photo: Wikipedia user Wpcpey / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Displayed at reduced size; otherwise unmodified. A global Microsoft outage disrupted Australian security agencies and public services on Friday, November 13,…
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Soca Warriors take 3–2 advantage over Antigua into home leg
By Tito Baron Media News DeskSource-based reporting | November 13, 2026 Trinidad and Tobago will take a narrow advantage into Monday’s home leg after beating Antigua and Barbuda 3–2 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on Thursday. The Soca Warriors recovered from an early own goal, but a stoppage-time strike kept their opponents close in…
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First Citizens financing package targets business loans, mortgages and digital banking
By Tito Baron Media News DeskSource-based reporting | November 13, 2026 First Citizens Bank is set to receive a financing package of up to US$200 million to expand lending to businesses and households in Trinidad and Tobago and support its digital transformation. The announcement combines funding from IDB Invest with a Japanese contribution, but the…
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Maloney residents seek clarity on curfew permits and effects on livelihoods
Residents of the Maloney Buildings Housing Development are weighing the promised security benefits of the area’s new restrictions against practical concerns about work, movement and how long the operation will last. Police Commissioner Allister Guevarro said Wednesday that residents needing to enter or leave during curfew hours could apply for permits through micro police units.…