“No matter the nationality, ‘Juanita’ is designed to be both educational and entertaining. It highlights major aspects about Trinidadian and Venezuelan culture…” Four colleagues and friends, Bilqees Mohammed, Rayne Affonso, Jesse Buendía Ragbir, and Talia Khan, majored in Spanish together at the University of the West Indies, St Augustine and published Juanita (2024), …
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A common hair superstition in Trinidad and Tobago is protect your discarded hair from misfortune. Hair has long been a symbol of beauty, health, and identity. For many, it represents self-expression through style, cut, and colour. DNA Genetic Testing For Ancestry & Traits – 23andMe International 23andMe is named after …
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Have you ever had a string of bad luck so profound that you thought the universe was against you? Not referring to just one bad day but a series of bad days, weeks, months or even years. It was so bad that you started to question a lot of this, …
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Folklore in Trinidad and Tobago has been passed down through generations, with each retelling adding new twists and perspectives. When people gather to share the stories their parents and grandparents told them, variations often emerge, creating a rich tapestry of local legends. Many of these tales resonate with other cultures, …
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“A book captures a reader’s attention when they can relate to it; when it feeds their soul. A book is not only meant to look pretty and have pretty words inside of it but it is something special and personal to the reader as compassion grows when reading.” Shauntel Victor, …
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Mama D’Leau, also called Mama D’Lo or Mama Glo, is a significant figure in Caribbean folklore, particularly in Trinidad and Tobago, Dominica, and Guyana. Her name is derived from the French “maman de l’eau”, meaning “mother of the water”. This mystical character is revered as the protector of rivers, streams, …
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The moko jumbie is a celebrated figure in Caribbean folklore, often seen towering above festival crowds on long, stilted legs. Known widely across the islands, especially in Trinidad and Tobago, the moko jumbie is a spiritual character traditionally believed to ward off evil spirits and provide protection for communities. This …
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The “jumbie umbrella” also known as the “jumbie parasol”, is a fascinating feature of Caribbean folklore with mysterious undertones. It refers to wild mushrooms that spring up in shaded, damp areas across the islands, especially after heavy rainfall. Although this phenomenon is most notably recognised in places like Trinidad and …
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The jumbie (jumbee) is a spectral being rooted in Caribbean folklore, recognised as a mischievous or malevolent spirit that brings fear and mystery to those who encounter it. These entities are particularly prominent in the folklore of Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, and other Caribbean nations. While their nature may vary …
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The silk cotton tree, also known as Ceiba pentandra, has a mystical presence throughout the Caribbean. From Trinidad and Tobago to Jamaica and beyond, this towering tree is not just a natural marvel but also a powerful figure in regional folklore, believed to harbour spirits and ancestral memories. Known by …
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