Jun 25, 2025
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US tightens student visa rules
The US Embassy in Guyana has announced that effective immediately, all applicants for F, M, and J nonimmigrant visas, covering academic, vocational, and exchange students,…
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Trade unions unite for inclusion and legal protection
Calls for inclusion, an end to workplace discrimination, and legal protections for all workers—regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity—took centre stage at the Guyana…
Boyfriend on $1M Bail for Stacy’s Death
Alfred De Jonge was today charged and granted bail in the sum of $1 million in connection with the death of his 22-year-old girlfriend, Stacy…
Bee Hive man dies after car plunges into trench
A 59-year-old man died on Tuesday evening after the vehicle he was driving plunged into a trench along the Bee Hive public road, East Coast…
Cricket’s Marlon “The Icon” Samuels investing in Guyana’s Taj Diamond
Global cricket legend and two-time Cricket World Cup champion Jamaican-born Marlon ‘The ICON’ Samuels, has officially joined as a resident and investor in the upcoming…
Novice boxers to ignite ring in July
The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) is set to ignite the ring once again as it stages the 2025 National Novice Championships from July 25 to…
CPL teams up with DJ Bravo & Collabr App to spotlight regional music talent
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Collabr App, co-founded by West Indies cricket icon Dwayne Bravo, to…
24 parties submit symbols for elections
Twenty-four political parties have submitted electoral symbols to the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) ahead of the country’s upcoming General and Regional Elections. The submissions, received…
Daughter, boyfriend charged with murder of Jenny Mohamed
Austin Ramchand, a 24-year-old auto electrician of Lot 304 Mon Repos, East Coast Demerara, and Saffia Mohamed, a 23-year-old housewife of the same address, were…
Experts: Guyana’s investment growth fuelled by government’s strategic vision
Guyana’s investment growth remains strong, supported by the government’s implementable strategies, long-term vision, and focused development plans. This is according to the country’s Chief Investment…
Businessman and businesswoman charged with murder
Kizzian Baird, a 30-year-old businesswoman, and Junior Richmond, a 40-year-old businessman, were today charged with the offence of murder, relating to the deaths of Mark…
GDF maintains humanitarian efforts while safeguarding borders
Despite ongoing border and security challenges, Guyana has accepted thousands of Venezuelan migrants in recent years, balancing compassion with strict safety controls—especially in vulnerable border…
Berbice family suspects foul play in daughter’s death
A Berbice family is calling for justice following the mysterious death of 22-year-old Stacy Walton, whose body was found in a partially submerged car in…
Upskilling aided business growth, citizens’ empowerment
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has lauded the government for refusing to build a society dependent on oil wealth distribution and instead providing various opportunities…
Traffic ranks trained to uphold impartiality, ethics ahead of elections
Law enforcement officers attached to the Traffic Department were recently engaged in a critical training session focused on election offences and preparedness, with particular emphasis…
Businesses working together to achieve transformation agenda
Businesses in Region Three have come together to transform the region into an economic powerhouse and have embraced networking to achieve this goal. On Monday,…
Semi-finals set in ‘June Madness’ Futsal tourney
In an action-packed quarterfinal round of the June Madness futsal tournament, the competition was fierce as teams vied for a spot in the semifinals. Back…
Guyana, India strengthen forensic science collaboration
A significant step has been taken in strengthening bilateral cooperation between Guyana and India in the areas of forensic science, law enforcement, and criminal justice.…