Mar 26, 2026
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“To God be the glory,” says man accused of stabbing teen mother 25 times as he is remanded
“To God be the glory.” Those were the words of Christopher Ali on Thursday as he was escorted from the courtroom, limping with visible injuries,…
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Online portal for $100,000 cash grant activated
As the Government moves into the second phase of distribution of the National $100,000 Cash Grant, as promised by President Irfaan Ali, Senior Minister in…
’Move beyond rhetoric’: Jagdeo stresses urgent, practical climate action
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo is calling on Caribbean leaders to reconsider their approach to climate policy, warning that rigid positions and slow-moving global systems…
Celebrations erupt as three acquitted, one convicted in 2021 Sophia murder
Three defendants were acquitted while one was found guilty yesterday in the trial over the 2021 murder of Keon McPherson in Sophia. After nearly three…
Grid-connected solar programme launched to cut power costs
Guyana is accelerating its transition to renewable energy with the rollout of a grid-connected solar household programme aimed at improving electricity reliability and reducing costs,…
Two police ranks under close arrest after man dies in custody
Two police ranks have been placed under close arrest following the death of Otis John Jordan Payne, 30, while in custody at the Cove and…
Two detained after suspected gold found at CJIA
Two passengers were detained on Thursday after authorities discovered a quantity of yellow metal suspected to be raw gold during screening at the Cheddi Jagan…
Six-month healthy lifestyle programme aims to equip 6,000 students with lifelong habits
A programme targeting 6,000 students in six months to promote healthy lifestyles among adolescents was launched on Wednesday following an agreement between UNICEF and Assuria.…
Guyana flags trade concerns, lodges protest over Suriname river fees
Guyana has formally lodged a protest with Suriname over reported charges imposed on the use of the Corentyne River, a move authorities say could disrupt…
Telemedicine push advances with launch of Project ECHO
A virtual platform designed to strengthen clinical care through mentorship, knowledge-sharing and collaboration among healthcare workers was launched on Wednesday. The initiative, supported by the…
PAS Guyana tackles port delays with new off-port bonded warehouse
PAS Guyana Inc. has taken a major step forward in transforming the country’s logistics landscape with the opening of its first-of-its-kind off-port bonded warehouse facility…
US Embassy ready to help Linden businesses connect with US partners, explore investment opportunities
A team from the United States (US) Embassy’s Department of Commerce has signalled its willingness to help businesses in Linden connect with American partners and…
Sports Commission saddened by passing of Dominoes Federation vice president
Roberto Osborne The National Sports Commission (NSC) has expressed profound sorrow over the unexpected passing of Roberto Osborne, Vice President of the Guyana National Dominoes…
CCJ interim stay: Forde welcomes ruling, Nandlall maintains appeal unlikely to succeed
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has set April 21, 2026, to hear the application for special leave to appeal filed by the Mohameds, with…
Sponsorship fires up national rifle team ahead of Caribbean meet
The Guyana National Rifle Association (GuyanaNRA) has received financial support from the Continental Group of Companies as it prepares to defend its title at the…
Bhagwandin: Oil refinery viability depends on scale, investment
As discussions surrounding a local oil refinery return to the fore, the project’s viability hinges on the scale of production and the ability to attract…