Jan 3, 2026
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Multiple Explosions Rock Venezuelan Capital, Caracas
Venezuela’s government on Saturday condemned what it described as a “very serious military aggression” by the United States after explosions were reported in the capital,…
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Why has the US attacked Caracas and captured Venezuela’s president?
Overnight on Friday, the US carried out airstrikes across Venezuela, with explosions rocking the capital, Caracas, before dawn. Shortly afterwards, Donald Trump announced that…
Sir Ronald Sanders takes helm as UG’s 14th Chancellor
The University of Guyana (UG) has appointed Sir Ronald Sanders as its 14th Chancellor, the institution announced on Friday, marking a historic addition to the…
GRA employees under investigation for assisting Azruddin Mohamed in illegal vehicle transfers
The Guyana Revenue Authority is presently investigating several employees who may have aided and abetted Azruddin Mohamed in the transfer of several motor vehicles…
125 families in Cotton Tree to gain legal land ownership
One hundred and twenty-five certificates of title will be distributed to residents of Cotton Tree, West Coast Berbice, on 9 January 2026. The titles for…
PWDs to benefit from training, entrepreneurial opportunities
Persons living with disabilities (PWDs) can look forward to expanded programmes and services in 2026, with new training opportunities and enhanced support systems. This includes…
National prosperity to translate into personal, community progress, says president
National prosperity will translate more directly into personal and community advancement in 2026, President Dr Irfaan Ali said in his New Year’s Day message. In…
Two men, teen charged with murder of Chinese businessman
Two men and a 17-year-old juvenile have been charged in connection with the alleged murder of Yong Ping Chen during a robbery on December 22,…
Two Brazilian miners die in pit collapse
Two Brazilian gold miners died on Tuesday after a sand collapse trapped them inside a mining pit at “S” Bend Backdam, Chenapou, North Pakaraimas, police…
UG Council identifies Sir Ronald Sanders as next Chancellor
Sir Ronald Sanders has been identified as the prospective Chancellor of the University of Guyana, following the completion of the tenure of Professor John Edward…
Late drama secures Super 16 title for Western Tigers
Western Tigers Football Club dramatically captured the Guyana Football Federation Super 16 Cup on New Year’s Day at the National Training Centre, Providence. The final…
PPP welcomes 2026 with renewed hope, faith and confidence
The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) extends warm New Year’s greetings to all Guyanese at home and across the Diaspora as we welcome 2026 with renewed…
Notable Guyanese lost this year
As 2025 draws to a close, Guyana pauses to remember those whose passing left a lasting imprint on the nation’s history, culture and conscience. From…
Lusignan Golf Club sets sights on growth and partnerships in 2026
Lusignan Golf Club is entering 2026 with renewed confidence and an ambitious agenda, building on what it describes as a highly successful 2024 and steady…
Hinterland water access reaches 91 per cent, coastland at 98 per cent
Ninety-one percent of the hinterland and riverine population now has access to potable water, Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation Deodat Indar said. Speaking on…
Elderly man found dead in yard
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of 53-year-old Anthony Mathurin, an unemployed man from Greenheart Street, South Ruimveldt, who was found dead on…