Jul 18, 2025
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’Dirty Doggie’ granted $260,000 bail for assault, other charges
Bradley Sampson popularly known as “Dirty Doggie”, was on Friday charged with six offences, including unlawful wounding and illegal firearm possession, following an alleged assault…
Guyana
President Ali commits to supporting hockey
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has pledged full government support for the development of hockey across Guyana. During a recent meeting with national players, he outlined…
Women robbed by motorcycle bandits
Two women were robbed at gunpoint by motorcycle bandits around 21:30 hrs on Thursday night at Parfaite Harmonie, West Bank Demerara. The victims — 26-year-old…
Chevron completes Hess acquisition after defeating Exxon in dispute over Guyana oil assets
Chevron can quickly proceed with its $53 billion acquisition of Hess, after winning a landmark legal battle against larger rival ExxonMobil, gaining access to the…
International hospital to be constructed in Silica City
As part of the government’s plan to build a modern city away from the coastline called Silica City, investors have already expressed interest in constructing…
Development bank to be state-led, says Jagdeo
The planned development bank will be a state-led initiative, not a private sector project, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo said on Thursday. Speaking at his…
Motorcyclist crushed by lorry on Covent Garden Public Road
Gerald Da Silva, a 55-year-old motorcyclist of Lot 10, Covent Garden, East Bank Demerara, lost his life in a tragic accident around 16:05 hrs today…
No guarantee Cabinet will remain unchanged once reelected
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, says there is no guarantee that the current Cabinet will remain unchanged once the…
MPs not immune from prosecution, says Jagdeo
Members of Parliament in Guyana do not have immunity from criminal prosecution, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo said on Thursday, warning that sanctioned businessman Azruddin Mohammed…
Employers statutorily obligated to grant time off for employees to vote in elections
Employers across Guyana are reminded that they are statutorily obligated to grant employees reasonable time off to vote on election day without loss of pay…
Corentyne driver remanded for double fatal hit-and-run at Springlands
A Corentyne man has been remanded to prison following his appearance at the Springlands Magistrate’s Court on multiple charges stemming from a tragic hit-and-run accident…
Emancipation Festival to feature vibrant celebrations
The African Cultural and Development Association (ACDA) has officially launched its Emancipation Festival 2025, promising a vibrant celebration of African heritage, culture, and resilience. At…
Foton truck line to help power Guyana’s transport sector
Guyana’s heavy-duty transport industry on Wednesday has received a major boost as Machinery Corporation of Guyana (MACORP) and its subsidiary, Industrial Supply of Guyana (ISG),…
Murder suspect Kendell Joseph found dead
Kendell Joseph, 26, of Tuseneng Village, North Pakaraimas, a suspect in the July 11 double homicide of Clifton Thomas and Sylvester Thomas at Tuseneng Creek,…
Mohamed accused of obstructing justice
Businessman and political figure Azruddin Mohamed has been accused of attempting to obstruct the course of justice in relation to a criminal assault case involving…
Chase set for finals in ExxonMobil U-14 Football
Chase Academic Foundation will defend their title on Sunday in the boys' final of the ExxonMobil U-14 Football Championship, organised by the Petra Organisation, at…
Former GTU President gets 19 years for child rape
Former educator and past president of the Guyana Teachers’ Union (GTU), Colwyn King, was today sentenced to 19 years in prison. Three weeks ago, the…
Digital ‘panic button’ system to help fight domestic violence
The government will roll out a digital ‘panic button’ system to help domestic violence victims quickly alert security agencies and receive emergency assistance. President Dr…