Feature Articles

Tariffs and jobs: How Trinidad’s auto industry thrived before its decline

How tariffs and jobs built—and broke—Trinidad’s auto industry.

In the 1970s, Trinidad and Tobago embarked on an ambitious experiment to grow its manufacturing sector through protective tariffs and import-substitution policies. At the heart of this effort were various automobile assembly plants, including Nissan-Neal & Massy at Wallerfield, Toyota-Amar at Las Lomas, Mitsubishi-HE Robinson at Santa Rosa, and Mazda-Southern …

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Day 6 of Lent: The role of repentance in Lent – a journey toward forgiveness

The power of repentance in Lent: A path to forgiveness and renewal.

Lent is a sacred season in the Christian calendar, marked by reflection, sacrifice, and spiritual renewal. At its core, Lent is a journey—a 40-day pilgrimage toward Easter, where believers seek to deepen their relationship with God. One of the most profound themes of this season is repentance, a concept that lies …

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Day 10 of Ramadan: The history of Laylat al-Qadr – the night of power and its significance

Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Power and its profound significance in Ramadan.

As Ramadan progresses, the anticipation for Laylat al-Qadr, also known as the Night of Power, grows among Muslims worldwide. This sacred night, believed to fall on one of the odd-numbered nights during the last ten days of Ramadan, holds immense spiritual significance. It is a time when the heavens descend, …

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Day 8 of Ramadan: The spiritual benefits of fasting – how Ramadan transforms the soul

Spiritual benefits of fasting: How Ramadan renews the soul.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a time of profound spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and devotion for Muslims worldwide. As we reach Day 8 of Ramadan, the spiritual benefits of fasting become increasingly evident, offering a transformative experience for the soul. Fasting during Ramadan is not merely …

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