Leeward Islands Women’s Under 19 Team Narrowly Loses to Guyana in CWI Female Championship
Leeward Islands Women’s Under 19 cricket team narrowly loses to Guyana by two runs in the CWI Female Championship. Despite the loss, they showed strong competitiveness and resilience. Skipper Jahzara Claxton’s composed knock of 52 runs wasn’t enough as a mix-up in the last over left them two runs short of the target. The team will face Jamaica in their final match as they aim to bounce back and finish the championship on a high note.
Trinidad and Tobago Reports First Dengue Fatality Since 2017
Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh announces the first dengue fever fatality in Trinidad since 2017, with 126 confirmed cases this year. Globally, there have been 7.6 million cases and 3,000 deaths reported by the WHO. The Ministry of Health in Trinidad intensifies efforts to combat dengue transmission, including stricter actions against those neglecting preventive measures and utilizing ULV spraying to eliminate infected mosquitoes.