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Granger backtracks on commitment to accept GECOM’s declaration, now imposes conditions

Caretaker President David Granger has switched gear again, shifting from a position he outlined a few weeks ago that he would accept “any declaration...

West Indies must consign Ageas Bowl win to ‘history’ – Phil Simmons

Phil Simmons, West Indies' coach, has challenged his players to consign the events of the first Test at the Ageas Bowl to "history", as...

Guyana records 18th COVID-19 death

The Ministry of Public Health has confirmed that Guyana has registered its 18th COVID-19 related death. The person is a 74-year-old male who passed at...

Lusignan man critical after brutally chopped

A man is now in a critical condition battling for his life after he was allegedly attacked and chopped by a group of Spanish-speaking...

It cannot be concluded that recent fires were politically motivated – officials

The Ministry of Public Security, in a statement Tuesday night, said authorities are yet to determine whether the recent fires set to public buildings...

Family demands justice for gold miner who was stabbed to death

A family is calling for justice after a 30-year-old man was stabbed to death due to a triangle love affair he was involved in. Teo...

Hunger in Latin America and the Caribbean could rise to almost 67 million people...

Hunger in Latin America and the Caribbean increased to 47.7 million people in 2019, after five years of continuous rise, according to the...

Dominica PM calls for an end to political situation in Guyana

(CMC) — The Dominica Government today described as “untenable” the ongoing political situation in Guyana where the country is still awaiting the results of...

PPP/C to join court proceedings to defend democracy

In response to the coalition’s latest approach to the court to stop a declaration of the election results, PPP/C General Secretary Bharrat Jagdeo has...

Nandlall dares Granger to prove he’s not just spewing “sanctimonious platitudes”

See press statement from Anil Nandlall in response to a statement issued by the Ministry of the Presidency:  I note the Ministry of the Presidency’s...

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Soldier to face disciplinary actions for stealing fuel from GDF vehicle

See full statement from the Guyana Defence Force: The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) wishes to confirm the authenticity of a video circulating on social media...

Elections fraud trial to resume on Nov 6 with new Magistrate

The election fraud case will be restarting on November 6, with a new Magistrate, in the form of Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, taking over...

Chinese national shot during robbery at Essequibo Coast restaurant

    A Chinese national was shot during a robbery at his restaurant at Reliance on the Essequibo Coast last evening. The incident occurred at around 20:30hrs...

LCS to work with Immigration Unit for coordinated oversight of work permits for O&G

          The Local Content Secretariat (LCS) will soon be working with the Immigration Unit under the Home Affairs Ministry for a more coordinated approach to...

2 injured in late-night shooting at Onderneeming Sandpit

Two persons are currently hospitalised following an alleged shooting incident at Red Village, Onderneeming Sandpit, Region Two (Pomeroon-Supenaam) on Wednesday night at about 23:00h. Injured...

PM Phillips reaffirms Guyana’s commitment to clean energy transition at OLADE meeting

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), Mark Phillips reaffirmed Guyana’s ongoing commitment to sustainable energy development through its Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) 2030, during his...

Fire destroys clothing stall in Linden

See full statement from the Guyana Fire Service: A fire of unknown origin was reported to the Linden Fire Station at 2:14 PM this afternoon...

Jagdeo worried about compromising evidence as elections fraud case drags on

      The trial into fraud charges surrounding the 2020 General and Regional Elections is expected to continue on Friday, November 01, 2024, following several delays.   General...

Shooting of 6-Y-O: “Miceman” walks free as DPP withdraws charge

Proceedings in the Georgetown court of acting Principal Magistrate Faith McGusty took an unexpected turn on Wednesday when the case against Marcus, also known...

Diwali transcends boundaries of religion, ignites spirit of unity, radiates hope, happiness – Pres....

      Diwali in Guyana has always been a community affair, given that the Festival of Lights, is one of the most anticipated religious observances for...