May 4, 2025
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Eldorado Village residents remanded for setting fire to objects on Belladrum road
Two residents of Eldorado Village, West Coast Berbice, have been charged and remanded to prison for terrorism in connection with an incident that occurred on…
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AI a ’ticking time bomb’ if left unchecked, says President
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a “ticking time bomb” if left unregulated, President Mohamed Irfaan Ali has warned. Speaking at a World Press Freedom Day brunch…
ORIGINS ignites Guyana’s fashion scene
The work of over 40 local and diaspora fashion designers is currently being showcased with the premiere of the ORIGINS Fashion Festival, which opened on…
Calls grow for responsible use of AI
On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day 2025, Guyanese officials have joined the global call for more responsible uses of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in…
Police to appeal bail decision in cybercrime case
The Guyana Police Force has announced its intention to appeal a recent decision by the Mahaicony Magistrate’s Court, which granted bail to Dennis Persaud. Persaud,…
ERC requests removal of ‘Chiney’ music video from social media platforms
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) is deeply concerned about the timing and content of a music video entitled “Chiney”, promoting shoplifting at Chinese supermarkets. Although…
Caroline Atkinson of Aishalton Village turns 100
Caroline Atkinson, a beloved matriarch of Aishalton Village in the South Rupununi, on Monday celebrated her 100th birthday — a remarkable milestone that reflects a…
Two remanded for inciting terrorist attacks
Two men were remanded to prison earlier today on separate charges of inciting terrorist attacks, including threats against President Dr. Irfaan Ali. Twenty-four-year-old Emmanuel Rogers,…
Clothes vendor allegedly shot dead during argument
Police are investigating the alleged murder of 54-year-old Datson Davidson, also known as "Blackie," a clothes vendor who resided on Callender Street, Albouystown, Georgetown. The…
Minister Indar files $60M defamation lawsuit against former mayor
Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Deodat Indar, has filed a $60 million defamation lawsuit against former Georgetown Mayor, Pandit Ubraj Narine, over a…
Jagdeo: New $5B Berbice Bridge to be completed during next term
Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, said construction of the new Berbice River Bridge will be completed in…
Exxon earns US$7.7 billion in first quarter
ExxonMobil Corporation today announced first-quarter earnings for 2025 of US$7.7 billion, attributing its success to key developments in the Guyana oil industry and other international…
Persons with disabilities learn income-generating skills
Persons living with disabilities in Region Seven have been given the opportunity to build valuable income-generating skills through a hands-on training course in sustainable agriculture.…
ERC condemns misrepresentation of Hinduism
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has condemned the vandalism of the Tuschen Phase 2 Mandir and expressed deep concern about efforts to associate the tragedy…
78 Walton Hall families granted land titles after decades-long wait
Seventy-eight families from Walton Hall, a village on the Essequibo Coast in Region Two, have become landowners after decades of waiting, as the government distributed…
Cannabis found in barrels at CJIA; two in custody
A joint operation between the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) and the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) on Wednesday led to the discovery of 16.4 kilograms of…