Sep 30, 2026
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Region Two under drought warning as El Niño conditions persist
Region Two is under a drought warning, with above-normal temperatures and between 40 and 50 hot-spell days forecast as El Niño conditions continue. Meteorologist attached…
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New Air Services Agreement aims to boost trade, economic development with Greece
Greece and Guyana signed an Air Services Agreement on Wednesday that facilitates airline access to both markets, aimed at promoting competitive air transport, trade and…
Gill’s superb unbeaten 223 sinks West Indies
It seemed only a cramp or a painful neck could stop him. Shubman Gill scored the quickest double-century and the highest score in an ODI…
Farmers’ markets, Honey Fest among activities for Agriculture Month 2026
Farmers' markets, the inaugural Farmers' Conference and the Annual Honey Fest are among activities planned for Agriculture Month 2026, which begins on Thursday. Agriculture Minister…
Singh admits manslaughter in Henry boys’ deaths, sentencing set for November 25
Akash Singh, also known as “Monkey”, has pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter in the deaths of teenage cousins Joel and Isaiah Henry, bringing…
Freezing, forfeiture orders expected to increase as authorities target criminal assets
Bank accounts, property and other assets linked to crime are set to be frozen or seized more often as authorities target the money behind organised…
Pork knocker allegedly killed by nephew during physical confrontation
Morvin George, a 41-year-old pork knocker, died at 14 Miles, Arakaka, on Tuesday after an argument with his 26-year-old nephew escalated into a confrontation, police…
Guyana records 60 per cent compliance as 10 businesses earn Good Travel Seal
A baseline assessment has found the country complies with 60 per cent of Green Destinations' sustainability criteria, with 10 tourism businesses now certified under the…
Guyanese players, coaches to benefit from Lahore Qalandars partnership
Guyanese cricketers and coaches are set to benefit from a new partnership between the Culture, Youth and Sport Ministry and Pakistan Super League (PSL) side…
No arrests as police probe suspected gunshots, roadblocks, truck fire in Buxton-Vigilance
Burning roadblocks, a sand truck fire and suspected gunshots are under investigation in the Buxton-Vigilance area, East Coast Demerara, after incidents on Tuesday. Police said…
Survivors, relatives and those with evidence urged to apply to take part in Barima inquiry
Survivors, victims' relatives and others wishing to take part in the inquiry into the July 18 capsizing of the M/V “Barima” can apply to the…
Three detained over illegal mining on Siparuni riverbank
Three miners, including two non-nationals, have been detained over illegal mining along the Siparuni riverbank, the Natural Resources Ministry said. The Guyana Geology and Mines…
President calls for AI strategy to address aviation safety, regulation and equity
Stronger artificial intelligence (AI) safety systems, regional cooperation and investment in skilled personnel must match the rapid growth of Guyana's aviation sector. President Dr Irfaan…
Corentyne mother calls for justice after son succumbs to chop wounds in family dispute
A mother is calling for justice after her 23-year-old son succumbed to chop wounds at Friendship Village, Corentyne, late Monday night, saying she watched four…
Assistant Superintendent Travis Cush admitted to Bar
Assistant Superintendent Travis Cush, who joined the Guyana Police Force as a constable 16 years ago, was admitted to the Guyana Bar on Tuesday. Cush,…
1.3M cash stolen from Corentyne company; computers and phones left untouched
Thieves broke into a Corentyne company over the weekend and stole about $1.326 million in cash, leaving computers and brand-new cellular phones untouched, police said.…