In this age of the ever-present selfie, images on the Internet and pictures being posted, shared, uploaded, downloaded at incredible speeds — with all that is out there, is there really a need for a national registry of images? Maria and Apoesho provided an answer to this question. As “documentary photographers” their sense of purpose is intimately intertwined with a sense of history, an understanding of moment and occasion. Their photographs are a way of witnessing and engaging history, even having a conversation with history as Maria commented.

For Apoesho, capturing moments during 1970 was very personal for him. For instance, as he showed us images of the funeral of Basil Davis, one of the largest funerals in our history, the memories that flooded back made it difficult for him to even continue his presentation.

The point about memory is significant for Maria. The apparent absence of a national philosophy for documenting our heritage, arts and culture has added greater significance to her work. From Claxton Bay, to Moruga and Belmont, Maria is there documenting tamboo-bamboo, Phagwa, stilt-walking, Emancipation, Divali, stick-fighting. But she also captures children in the community, cultural experts at work in their environment and the faces of elders as they tell their stories.

In a world with billions of photos, one writer points out that images by photojournalists and documenters are the ones that remain the most compelling. Globally, there are iconic images that not only captured a sense of the time, but played a role in changing the course of history.

During the American Civil War, Alexander Gardner’s images of bodies on the battlefield literally brought the severity of the war home to Americans, on both sides of the divide.

In 1985, the National Geographic’s front page image of a young Afghan girl with striking sea green eyes, looking out from under her head scarf, drew international focus to the suffering of refugees.

And in 2013, “The woman in the red dress” photo captured a Turkish riot policeman using tear gas against a protester in a red dress in Istanbul’s Taksim Square, fuelling debate about continuing struggles for basic human freedoms.

At home, I am always struck by historical images of Port of Spain and how, in many ways, it still looks the same — not necessarily a good thing.

The photo of Eric Williams with his trademark dark glasses and hearing aid, images of East Indians at Nelson Island, our scarlet ibis, Makandal Daaga in full flight, Auntie Beryl, “La Belle Rosette,” in dance pose, and the remains of our ancestor from the First Peoples, “Banwari Man,” curled up like a foetus. Writing this piece caused the realisation that these images are integral to my national identity, my sense of history and place in this world.

There was a sense of history as our family celebrated independence this week. The generations, growing, changing, leaving.

We documented, not for now, but for a time when all we may have are the photos of that moment.

So too with a nation still trying to find its centre. Our country needs a central repository of images to capture not just who we are, but who we were, and to inspire who we may become.

Dara Healy is a performance a r t – ist and founder of the N G O , the Ind i g e – n o u s Creative A r t s Network – ICAN

That result left TT on three points, with Honduras moving up to eight, after seven matches.

TT paid for a lethargic start with Lopez opening the scoring in the sixth minute, capitalising on a defensive mix-up involving goalkeeper Jan-Michael Williams to shoot home, from just outside the penalty box.

Worse was to come in the 16th when Romell Quioto took on his marker down the left and squared a ball which was missed by the entire TT defence and Elis calmly tapped home from the six yard box at the far post.

The hosts had a chance to equalise a minute earlier when Sheldon Bateau met a freekick from Joevin Jones but his header hit the side netting.

National coach Dennis Lawrence looked to strengthen the back-line at the half, bringing on Alvin Jones at right-back.

But the second half substitute only lasted 12 minutes as he was sent off by Mexican referee Fernando Guerrero for a lunging tackle on Alfredo Mejia at the centre circle.

And Honduras’ Emilio Izaguirre was also sent off, in the 65th, for a second bookable offence – a foul on midfielder Khaleem Hyland. That foul resulted in a penalty which was converted by Joevin Jones.

TT had their chances in the second half, with Daniel Cyrus’ headed effort ruled out due to a soft foul on him as a he rose over a defender to butt the ball into the back of the net. Cordell Cato and Kevin Molino missed one-on-one chances too.

The venue was only halffilled, as it was the first time it was used for a qualifier, instead of the regular Hasely Crawford Stadium.

TT will now travel to face Panama on Tuesday.

Police said Subero was liming at Waterloo Road, Carapichaima where he had a heated argument with a man he knew.

The man became enraged and stabbed Subero, of Penal Rock Road in Penal, several times.

Subero was taken to the Chaguanas Health Facility where he died.

Members of the Freeport Police Station and Homicide Bureau (Region III) visited the scene and detained the suspect.

Subero was studying Sports Management at the University of Trinidad and Tobago.

Newsday learnt that back in January his mother Natalie, a primary school teacher, died of natural causes. An autopsy was expected to be done yesterday at the Forensic Science Centre, St James.

Asked how he felt about tonight’s show he said: “It’s celebrating 25 years as a songwriter and singer, and what is nice is that I will be having people who have been there for my 25-years’ journey. So not only will I have people who have been with me throughout those 25 years in the audience but also on the stage as well. I’m really looking forward to it.” John’s guest performers are Tricia Lee Kelshall, Michelle Xavier, Stefan Roach and Savita Singh.

In the last 25 years John has been nominated for five Copyright Music Organisation of Trinidad and Tobago (COTT ) awards, in the pop rock and gospel categories but is yet to win one.

He joked: “Imagine coming up against Kees with his Lion song….” But those things never deterred John who has released two albums to date, Keep the Faith in 2002 and Shine in 2006, with a third album to be released by year’s end.

The latest album will include two of John’s songs that were released earlier this year, Finally Here and Fall in Love Again, as well as the oldie Love on the Radio and also Christmas Prayer which was released last year.

Tonight, John will be performing some of his fans’ favourite songs including hits from Rod Stewart, Tim Mcgraw, U2, Creed, Don Henley, Blake Shelton, The Beatles and Lionel Richie, as well as original songs from his upcoming album

As part of the Ministry of Tourism’s “Stay to get away” campaign several tours were organised to take the media to various tourist destinations.

This tour was guided by Courtenay “Bush Man” Rooks, managing director of Paria Springs Tours, who created the rappelling trend at the falls.

On the way, Rooks pointed out that there was a lot of fun things to do in TT and said he has been surfing, mountain biking, hiking and bird watching every year.

The journey to Avocat began at the Queen’s Park Savannah, Port of Spain. Arriving off the Arima, Blanchisseuse Road, the bus stopped at Pop’s House where the team picked up harnesses and helmets and began the physical 45-minute trek to the waterfall.

Soon, we were knee-high in the cold waters of the Marianne River, navigating through slippery rocks, logs and trees. We occasionally stopped to observe the beauty of the rainforest while Rooks pointed out intertwined trees, acting as a natural protection for the ecosystem in the event of a hurricane.

“What is fascinating about rainforests is many people think that the forest is here because of the rain, however, studies have shown that it is actually the forest which produces the rain,” Rooks said.

When we arrived at the base of the waterfall, we were greeted with a a downpour. The group strapped on their harnesses to prepare for the rappelling adventure. We began our crash course in rappelling as a rope and large tree became our practise pad. Meanwhile, Rooks hiked to the top of the 72-foot waterfall to fasten the ropes to the hooks. He had drilled and anchored hooks into the rocks himself almost two years ago after learning rappelling from a friend who teaches the technique in France.

While some were adventurous enough to climb to the top, others opted to stay at the base of the waterfall and enjoy the river experience.

The waterfall is surrounded by rocks and trees which provide a serene landscape for a relaxing swim in one of the clear shallow pools of the river. At the top, we all experienced moments of fear at the edge, while some reconsidered the adventure. Rooks was the first to rappel down the waterfall, showing the proper technique.

All anxiety was soon forgotten as one after the other we had our own rappelling adventure.

We all agreed that the first phase, which was a cautious climb down, was the most terrifying, however, after being swung under the cascading waterfall, the feeling of excitement took over. Those who were timid on their first try rushed back to the top to have another go at the rappelling experience.

The river-goers who met the team at the river were shocked to see rappelling being done and said that they wished that they could have joined in.

Rooks said he began rappelling at Avocat because he wanted people to get a different experience at the waterfalls. The youngest person to have rappelled was four while the eldest was 86.

Last Sunday, Guaya saw their unbeaten run halted by Club Sando Moruga, who recorded a 1-0 win at the Grand Chemin Recreation Ground, Moruga.

Club Sando Moruga are ninth on the points standings, one place higher than Siparia.

And Guaya will be hoping that the support from their home fans, at the Guayaguayare Recreation Ground, will do the trick as they avoid a second straight loss to a lower-placed squad. This match is timed to begin at 4.30 pm.

Three games will kick off at 4 pm – Club Sando Moruga against Queen’s Park at the Grand Chemin Recreation Ground, Defence Force versus Police at the Hasely Crawford Stadium’s Training Field in Mucurapo, and Cunupia FC against WASA at the Larry Gomes Stadium, Arima.

Other League One matches on tomorrow’s agenda will take place in the sister isle Tobago. At the Canaan/Bon Accord Recreation Ground, 1976 Phoenix FC will oppose the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT ) from 5 pm while, an hour later, Bethel United FC will face off against FC Santa Rosa at the Mt Gomery Recreation Ground.

League Two leaders Prisons FC are on a bye, and either of these three teams (Central 500 Spartans, Perseverance Ball Runners and Petit Valley/Diego Martin United) can jump to the top spot today.

Central 500 Spartans and Petit Valley/Diego Martin United will square off at the Edinburgh 500 Recreation Ground, Chaguanas from 7 pm while Perseverance Ball Runners will entertain Harlem Strikers at the New Settlement Recreation Ground, Caroni.

The game at Caroni will kick off at 6 pm, the same time as the Marabella FCC-Youth Stars encounter, which will take place at Guaracara Park, Pointe-a-Pierre

Knight Riders have an unassailable lead at the top of the standings with 16 points after earning eight wins and one loss.

Knight Riders will also welcome Shadab Khan back into the squad after the Pakistani had to return to Pakistan briefly for fitness and medical tests. The Tridents are in a keen contest with the Guyana Amazon Warriors to earn the fourth and final spot of the knockout phase.

Knight Riders will face the second placed team in qualifier one at Brian Lara Cricket Academy (BLCA) in Tarouba, on Tuesday, from 8 pm. Either Jamaica Tallawahs or St Kitts and Nevis Patriots will finish in second position.

Last night, Tallawahs were hoping to seal second place with a victory over Amazon Warriors in Jamaica.

The winner of qualifier one will qualify for the September 9 final at 9 pm. On Wednesday from 8 pm, the eliminator between the third place and fourth place teams will take place. The winner will play the loser of qualifier one in qualifier two on Thursday at 8 pm for a place in the final. All matches in the second phase of the tournament will be played at BLCA

If supporting local content is an objective worthy of support (as I believe it is), then the Government should determine up front by how much and for how long (on a reducing scale) it was prepared to subsidise local programming until that element as well could be profitable.

But that and God’s face we are not likely to see.

How many times must taxpayers bare the burden of inefficient governance, helpless witness to obvious ineptitude. No wonder the country sinks deeper into economic and morale malaise. From sea bridge, to accelerated crime, to rising unemployment, to “visionlessness” on a way forward.

I am bombarded by people hungry for a sense of hope. What can I say when those who were given the reins keep messing up like this. Mr Ministers, who are your technical advisers? Your rationale for such a move needs to be made transparent to the public. We need to know what are the costs involved? What is the time frame for profitability etc? But even without such projections, I stake my professional reputation that this is as bad a move as was closing down ttt to open CNMG; crazy dog chasing its tail to no avail.

INDERA SAGEWAN-ALLI via email

Newsday spoke with the team after the victory and Maharajh said, “The team started training together just two weeks ago and with us qualifying for the Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Games, through this race, hopefully we can take things to another level by hitting world standard times.” He continued, “This in itself is an achievement as we had an amazing ride and it feels good to be the top Caribbean country on Independence Day, so there is no better way to salute.” The veteran of the youthful team, Adam Alexander, added: “All of us here are really good friends and it is really a group of fun guys. We just transferred that energy on the track and this was the result.” Campbell, however, could not replicate his performance in the Men’s Scratch, finishing 13th overall in the category. The event was won by Argentine Hugo Velasquez who was followed by silver medallist Brayan Gomez of Columbia and Clever Martinez, representing Venezuela, riding into third. In the Men’s Keirin, Colombian Fabian Puerta copped the gold medal ahead of his Argentinian opponent Leandro Botasso while Flavio Cipriano claimed the bronze medal in the event.

The Women’s Team Pursuit saw the United States capturing the gold medal in a time of 3:24.94.

Mexico came second in a time of 3:28.85. Cuba (4:36.31) defeated Columbia (4:40.02) in the third place ride off to secure the bronze medal. The Canadians stole the gold medal in the Men’s equivalent by ousting the United States with their time of 4:02.37. USA only managed a time of 4:04.94 in the gold medal ride while Chile (4:09.31) cruised past their Argentine rivals (4:11.31) for the bronze.

It was not all smooth riding for TT and its fans who were left stunned when rider Keron Bramble and his bike went airborne into the crowd just before entering the back straight, during the final qualification round of the Men’s Scratch. Bramble swerved to avoid a collision with two other cyclists as they crashed into each other, forcing him to manoeuvre wide but that only sent him crashing into the railing and he pitched head first into the stands. He was then removed from the stands via a stretcher and rushed to the Couva Health Centre.

Yesterday, the TT CF confirmed he suffered no broken bones and was back at the NCC, where he was resting comfortably and viewing the event. However, due the injuries he sustained to his shoulder and torn muscle tissues, Bramble would not be competing in the remainder of the Pan Am Championships. The cycling tournament continues today at 10 am with entrance free to the public and this evening at 6 pm with an entrance fee of TT $50.

For this exhibition, he has drawn inspiration from his archives and produced striking pieces in oils, the medium he favoured in his early development as an artist.

Bryden believes these paintings to be some of his best work and is pleased to still have the drive to create and be relevant in a pastime he loves so much, said a media release.

The exhibition will also feature pieces on loan from his family’s private collection, many of which have never been displayed in public. Limited edition prints of Bryden’s watercolours will be available for purchase. Journey Through The Past will open at 5pm on Friday, and will be held at the Art Society of Trinidad and Tobago, Federation Park. To encourage a more diversified ownership of his paintings, Bryden will have a silent auction on selected pieces, with a blind bidding process, which will conclude with last bids on September 15 at 3 pm.

Part proceeds from winning bids in excess of their base price will be donated to the All Saints Gordon Home for Senior Citizens.

The exhibition will continue until September 15, from 10am to 5pm daily.