Jun 23, 2026
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’Football is not played on paper,’ says Shabazz, backs Slingerz for CFU challenge
With the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Club Shield tournament fast approaching in July, Slingerz FC Head Coach Shabazz is placing his faith not only in…
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No White Elephant: Onverwagt abattoir has produced 111,650kg of beef since opening, says GLDA
The abattoir at Onverwagt, Region Five, has produced approximately 111,650 kilograms of carcass beef since becoming operational, the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA) said, debunking…
Health Minister calls yoga key weapon against chronic illness
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony on Sunday urged citizens to embrace yoga as a daily practice to combat chronic illnesses and improve overall well-being.…
Demerara Bank offers BYD, cash prizes to Building Expo homebuyers
Homebuyers who apply for a home loan with Demerara Bank Limited during the International Building Expo 2026 could win a brand-new BYD motor vehicle…
Social media age limit of 16, ad and messaging restrictions proposed for children
A minimum social media age of 16 is among measures being considered to protect children from online harm under a proposed national framework. The National…
Lorry, minibus drivers remanded over Providence Road death
Two drivers were on Monday charged with causing death by dangerous driving in connection with a fatal three-vehicle accident on Providence Public Road, East Bank…
Seven-year-old drowns after sneaking out to swim
A Sunday afternoon outing by a group of children to a pond at Glasgow Housing Scheme, East Bank Berbice, ended in tragedy when seven-year-old Kayden…
Private aviators challenged to establish regional airline
Private aviators have been challenged to establish a regional airline as Guyana positions itself as a hub for the aviation sector. The call came during…
Ruddy Raymond identified as man who died in Providence three-vehicle collision
Ruddy Raymond, a 36-year-old man of Lima, Essequibo Coast, has been identified as the man who died in a three-vehicle accident on Providence Public Road,…
Progress must be measured by values and character, not infrastructure alone, President tells nation at Brahma Kumaris’ 50th anniversary
The Brahma Kumaris marked 50 years of service in Guyana on Saturday with a celebration attended by President Irfaan Ali, who said the country's rapid…
Sandals missing out on strongest Caribbean opportunity, President Ali tells resort chief
President Dr Irfaan Ali on Saturday made a direct pitch to Sandals Resorts International chief executive Adam Stewart to open a resort in Guyana, calling…
Persaud, Mendonca, Tenpow and Mohamed sweep round one of Need for Speed Karting Championships
The weather was not the only scorching thing this weekend as Jumbo Jet Events staged the first round of its Need for Speed Karting Championship…
Keir Starmer announces resignation, UK to get sixth PM in seven years
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will resign, paving the way for the country's seventh leader in a decade after facing an…
Boy drowns at Six Bridge on Father’s Day
A young boy, believed to be between six and seven years old, drowned on Sunday afternoon at Six Bridge, East Bank Berbice, Region Six. The…
Vaping, alcohol consumption could lead to a downward spiral, Education Minister warns students
Education Minister Sonia Parag issued a strong warning against the dangers of peer pressure, specifically targeting vaping and alcohol consumption among students, which she said…
Alphonso Mining rejects claims it invaded Mohameds’ quarry, threatens legal action
Alphonso Mining said it has every legal right to mine gold and diamonds on land it acquired in 2014, rejecting accusations that it invaded…