Jun 1, 2026
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New simulation centre brings nursing training closer to Region Five students
Nursing students in Region Five will now be able to complete practical training closer to home following the opening of a new Simulation Centre in…
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Heavy rain forces temporary closure of seven schools
Seven schools across Guyana have been temporarily closed due to weather-related challenges following recent heavy rainfall, the Ministry of Education said on Monday . The…
New ferry service, government service centre for Bartica
A second ferry service for the Parika-Bartica route and a new government service centre in Bartica will soon be introduced as part of efforts to…
Young labourer stabbed to death during altercation at Lovers Lane
Police in Linden are investigating the fatal stabbing of 23-year-old labourer Tafawa Alexander during an altercation at Lovers Lane, Amelia’s Ward, on Sunday evening, authorities…
Man swallowed up by waves while trying to save drowning wife at Unity Beach
Lyodisa Waldron, 21, and Special Constable Andri Francis, 29, are missing after being swept under by strong currents while swimming at Unity Beach on the…
RCB retain IPL title after Kohli masterclass in final
Royal Challengers Bengaluru 161 for 5 (Kohli 75*, Jitesh 11*, Rashid 2-25) beat Gujarat Titans 155 for 8 (Washington 50*, Salam 3-27, Bhuvneshwar 2-29) by…
No deaths reported as aviation authority launches investigation into Region Seven aircraft accident
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has launched an investigation into an aircraft accident involving a Cessna 182P, registration N9347G, which occurred near the Aricheng…
GDF and Running Brave capture top honours in Jubilee Road Relay
Guyana Defence Force Track Club and Running Brave Athletics Club surged to victory on Saturday as scores of spectators lined the streets of Georgetown for…
Police urge public to record and report speeding, overcharging and misconduct in public transport
The Guyana Police Force is urging citizens to report irregularities within the public transportation system, saying increased public cooperation is needed to improve accountability…
Gouveia re-elected PSC Chairman
Captain Gerald Gouveia Jnr. has been re-elected Chairman of the Private Sector Commission (PSC) for the 2026–2027 term at the Commission’s Annual General Meeting…
Arudranauth Gossai elected President of Bar Association
Attorney Arudranauth Gossai was elected President of The Bar Association of Guyana on Friday, following elections at the association’s 47th Annual General Meeting held…
Soldier injured in hostile fire from Venezuelan shore
A member of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) was injured on Friday after a border patrol came under fire along the Cuyuni River in…
Govt ’unapologetic about pro-business stance,’ says Minister Singh
Senior Minister within the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, on Thursday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining a…
Housing construction support programme to be launched later this year, says VP Jagdeo
A programme to support housing construction will be launched later this year as the government moves to assist residents with building their homes, Vice President…
Spice Route brings aromatic Indian flavours to Georgetown’s dining scene
Spice Route Restaurant & Bar officially opened on Thursday evening at Lot 165 Crown Street, Queenstown, Georgetown, introducing authentic Indian cuisine and bold flavours…
Bail granted to Cuban duo facing trafficking charges
Raudel Valverde and Yenifer María Quevedo Millán were granted bail on Friday when they appeared before Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on…