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A Sparrow song can bring back the sound of a parent singing, a radio playing through the house, or adults laughing at a joke a child was still too young to understand. For generations who experienced him firsthand, his music belongs to the life around it: Carnival seasons, family gatherings, debates about calypso and the thrill of watching him command a stage. His voice became woven into their own stories. With age, those familiar songs can take on different meanings. The hum

Cocoa snow cones, chocolate treats, condiments and even skincare. Local makers are showing just how many possibilities can grow from one crop at the World Cocoa and Chocolate Day Expo. The two-day showcase brings together farmers, chocolatiers and entrepreneurs, connecting the people who cultivate cocoa with those turning it into products. Friday’s opening featured pastries, cocoa-infused condiments and other creations that put local ingenuity on display. It’s a story that re

The Tobago Heritage Festival is once again placing the island’s culture, history and community spirit at centre stage. Running from July 16 to August 1, the festival brings villages across Tobago together to present traditions passed down through generations including folk music, dance, storytelling, food, fashion and historic re-enactments. More than entertainment, the festival is a living record of Tobago’s identity. It gives younger Tobagonians a chance to experience the

After Carnival, the crowds leave and the music softens, but for many young people in Trinidad, the steelband remains a place of discipline, belonging, and growth.