Feb 9, 2025
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Teacher and husband perish in Hydronie fire
A 52-year-old teacher and her husband lost their lives in an early morning fire at Hydronie, East Bank Essequibo, on Sunday, leaving the community in…
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Money changer robbed of cash, gold chain at gunpoint
Police are investigating an armed robbery committed on a 51-year-old vendor and money changer, who was relieved of GY$440,000, US$200, and a gold chain valued…
Guyana on alert following 7.6 magnitude earthquake southwest of Cayman Islands
Guyana is on alert following a 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck the Caribbean Sea, southwest of the Cayman Islands, at approximately 18:23 hours on Saturday.…
Magnitude 7.6 earthquake in the Caribbean triggers a tsunami advisory for Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands
CNN — An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.6 has occurred 129 miles southwest of Georgetown, Cayman Islands, according to the USGS. The earthquake took place at…
NIS to address issues raised by local business community
The National Insurance Scheme (NIS) has committed to address several issues raised by the local business community. The agency’s General Manager, Holly Greaves and team,…
UG receives exhibition tickets, complimentary delegate passes for Energy Conference
The University of Guyana (UG) has received 50 exhibition tickets and 20 complimentary delegate passes for students and lecturers to attend the Guyana Energy Conference…
Guyana to enquire into alleged map error at Suriname business conference
The Guyana Government has not received any formal complaints regarding the alleged incorrect display of a map of the New River Triangle at the recent…
Jagdeo: Best education, outcomes a priority
The government is working on developing digital education initiatives to ensure learners receive better tuition, according to Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo. He made this…
40 security officials complete National Defence Institute training course
A total of 40 persons have completed a one-week course on strategy and defence policy, led by the William J. Perry Centre for Hemispheric Defence…
New 28-room hotel to boost tourism in Port Kaituma
The tourism sector in Guyana is set to expand with the establishment of Telztar Suites, a 28-room modern hotel in Port Kaituma, North West District.…
Case by evicted Mocha squatters dismissed
Acting Chief Justice Roxane George today dismissed the case brought against the State by six Mocha Arcadia/Cane View squatters. The individuals, who challenged their removal…
Guyana extradites fugitive to Canada
The Government of Guyana today extradited fugitive Harry Narine Rajkumar to Canada to face multiple criminal charges. Rajkumar was arrested by the Guyana Police Force…
PNCR and WPA reaffirm partnership for upcoming elections
The People's National Congress Reform (PNCR) and the Working People's Alliance (WPA) have confirmed their partnership ahead of the 2025 elections. According to a release,…
Inter-agency team to further investigate gas cylinder mishaps
An inter-agency team will conduct further investigations to determine the causes of several mishaps involving gas cylinders. The team comprises representatives from the Environmental Protection…
If Greaves did anything wrong, he will face the consequences – Jagdeo
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has made it clear that if any wrongdoing is uncovered involving former Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) Chief Executive…
Suriname, Guyana governments receive proposal for Canawaima ferry service
The private sector bodies of Guyana and Suriname have formally submitted a proposal to their respective governments for the management of the Canawaima Ferry Service.…