Jelani Beckles

Trinidad and Tobago

Reporter at Newsday (Trinidad and Tobago)

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Articles

Hillview's Swing for D Hills tees off May 4

2 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

Sports THE Hillview College Parents and Teachers Association will host the fifth annual Swing for D Hills tournament at Millennium Lakes Golf and Country Club in Trincity, on May 4. The format of the tournament is a two-player scramble. The tee times are 7 am and noon. The golf tournament is a fund-raising initiative with the money being used to support Hillview's extra-curricular activities.
"Fatima, San Juan North power to rugby school titles"

2 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

Sports FATIMA College and San Juan North Secondary won two titles apiece when Fatima held its annual Sevens Rugby tournament at the school grounds on Mucurapo Road, St James, on April 12. There were four categories including Under-14 boys, Under-16 boys, Under-19 boys and open girls. Some of the schools participating were Fatima, St Mary’s College, Trinity College, San Juan North, St Benedict’s College, Five Rivers Secondary, Tranquillity Secondary and Providence.
"$15,000 in prizes at 3rd UTT Aerobathon"

2 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

Sports THE third edition of the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) National Aerobathon is set for May 18, outside the Lord Kitchener Auditorium, at the National Academy for Performing Arts (NAPA), Port of Spain. Participants can start signing up for the race at 4 pm on the day of the event, with action jumping off at 5 pm. To register those interested can visit https://forms.office.com/r/tsdBT8DqTg.It will be a test of fitness as instructors will keep participants busy with the music.
"Griffith: I respect the country's choice"

2 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

News NATIONAL Transformation Alliance (NTA) political leader Gary Griffith is proud of his team's effort during the election campaign, but said TT is not ready for a third option. Since the early 1990s, the ruling party has switched hands from PNM to UNC. UNC was declared the winners of the general election around 10.30 pm on April 28.
"Anita Haynes-Alleyne ‘putting country first’ at PNM rally"

2 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

News FORMER UNC MP Anita Haynes-Alleyne is in attendance at the PNM rally, saying her presence is about "putting country first."Haynes-Alleyne is one of many former UNC members who have turned up at PNM meetings ahead of the April 28 general elections. Others include attorney Larry Lalla and former Chaguanas West MP Dinesh Rambally. "I have always said I will put country first and that is what I am doing here today," she told Newsday. Haynes-Alleyne is a former Tabaquite MP under the UNC.
"Thousands in red at Eddie Hart Savannah"

2 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

News THOUSANDS braved scorching conditions to attend the PNM rally at the Eddie Hart Savannah, Tacarigua, on April 26. It was a sea of red at the outdoor field with most running from the heat under the tents on the outskirts of the field. The vendors, especially those selling cold drinks and snow cones, would have enjoyed the sales. From as early as 2 pm, vehicles and maxi taxis turned up as people anticipated the start of the rally.
"[UPDATED] Soca stars bring more heat to PNM rally"

2 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

Your Vote, Your Future THOUSANDS braved scorching conditions to attend the PNM rally at the Eddie Hart Savannah, Tacarigua, on April 26. Many of this country's premier soca and dancehall stars graced the stage which had the crowd in a frenzy leading up to the general elections on April 28. Preedy, Erphaan Alves, Benjai, Kernal Roberts, Lady Lava and Peter C Lewis, who has supported PNM for the last few General Elections, were among those who performed.
"Wallerfield Cup finals set to ignite Caribbean Motorsports"

3 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

Sports THE Caribbean’s motorsport calendar is about to hit overdrive as the Wallerfield Cup Finals roar into action from April 26-27 at the Frankie Boodram Wallerfield International Raceway. The event runs from 10 am-6.30 pm. Hosted by SGI Industries and proudly part of the Caribbean Championship Series, the high-octane event promises two days of adrenaline-fuelled competition, regional pride, and unforgettable fan experiences.
"Golden finish: Trinidad and Tobago duo shine in Carifta 100m breaststroke"

3 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

Sports ETHAN McMillan-Cole and Catherine Dieffenthaller both snatched gold for Trinidad and Tobago in breaststroke events on the closing night of the 2025 Carifta Aquatics Championships at the National Aquatic Centre in Balmain, Couva, on April 22. McMillan-Cole bagged gold in the boys’ 13-14 100m breaststroke event, finishing ahead of Bahamians Alexander Murray (1:11.10) and David Singh (1:11.26).
"Sandy, Neaves star at Easter Grand Prix"

3 weeks ago | newsday.co.tt | Jelani Beckles

Sports PHOEBE Sandy and Jadian Neaves were the standout cyclists at the 2025 Easter International Cycling Grand Prix, which concluded on April 20. The opening night was at the Ian Atherly Cycle Track, Skinner Park, San Fernando, on April 18. Action switched to the Arima Velodrome on April 19 and the event came to a close at the National Cycling Centre, Couva, on April 20. Sandy and Neaves, both TT riders, finished as the best elite-one cyclists after quality performances over the three-day meet.