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“Who the cap fits, let them wear it” – Teixeira accuses Govt of pressuring...

Businessmen are being pressured into making donations to the Government to undertake national projects, including the D’urban Park development initiative and the construction of...

It was GuySuCo’s decision to close LBI, says Trotman

The decision to close operations at the La Bonne Intention (LBI) Sugar Estate was not made by Government but by the Guyana Sugar Corporation...

Bandit snatches $$M from Chinese national on Church Street

A Chinese national attached to China Harbour was relieved of a large sum of cash while in the vicinity of Church Street, Georgetown yesterday. According...

Thousands pay last respects to Good Hope rice farmers

Thousands today paid their last respects to the elderly couple that was burnt to death in their Good Hope, East Bank Essequibo (EBE), home...

Woman who jumped off Harbour Bridge receiving psychiatric treatment

The 38-year-old woman who was rescued yesterday after she plunged into the Demerara River in an attempt to end her life due to “spiritual...

Employee of burnt elderly couple still being questioned – source

An employee of the elderly couple that was burnt to death in their Good Hope, East Bank Essequibo (EBE) home on Sunday night is...

Guyana, India sign US$1M MoU for set up of ICT Centre

The Government of Guyana, through the Minister of State, Mr. Joseph Harmon, today, signed a US$1 million Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian...

39 road deaths so far for 2016…speeding, drunk driving major causes – Traffic Chief

Thus far for the year 2016, a total of 8104 drivers have been prosecuted for speeding and 656 for being under the influence of...

WICB responds to critics…says Board has lived up to promises – See full statement

The following is a statement from the Board of Directors and the Executive of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB):   Restructuring in today’s sporting world...

Baroness Valerie Amos to attend Guyana’s Jubilee celebrations in NYC

Former Leader of the British House of Lords and Director of The School of Oriental & African Studies (SOAS), University of London, Baroness Valerie...

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PM Modi arrives in Guyana for historic three-day State visit

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali welcomed the Prime Minister of India, the Honourable Shri Narendra Modi, Tuesday night, at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport. The...

US recognizes Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez as president-elect

(CNN) The United States has formally recognized Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez as the country’s president-elect following the disputed July 28 presidential election, Secretary...

Sheriff St. crash highlights challenge of ensuring compliance with traffic laws – Edghill

Minister of Public Works Statement on the Tragic Accident on Sheriff Street It is with profound sadness that I address the tragic accident that occurred...

2025 pension books to have new security features

See full statement from the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security:       The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security wishes to advise the pensioners...

Hetmyer eager to light up GSLT20

Cricket fever is about to ignite in Guyana as local cricketing sensation Shimron Hetmyer gears up to represent the Guyana Amazon Warriors in the...

Colombian cargo airline launches operations in Guyana

Aerosucre S.A., a leading Colombian cargo airline, has announced the launch of scheduled cargo operations in Guyana, offering vital cargo services directly between Colombia,...

Better public transportation system needed in Guyana – Private Sector official

As the country continues to experience significant growth in a number of key sectors and attract more visitors, there is an urgent need for...

Temporary road closures from November 19-21 to facilitate visit of PM Modi

Between November 19-21 there will be temporary road closures to facilitate the visit of the Prime Minister of India. The following should be noted: 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝐭𝐡,...

Sheriff Street crash claims life of electrical contractor

Carlton Smartt, a well-known electrical contractor, lost his life this morning in a collision involving two large sand trucks on Sheriff Street, Georgetown. Eyewitnesses reported...

Health Minister urges men to engage in early screenings 

See full statement from the Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony: Guyana joins the international community to observe International Men’s Day 2024 under the theme:...