May 14, 2025
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Guyanese writer Subraj Singh achieves global acclaim
Guyanese creative writer Subraj Singh has won the Caribbean’s 2025 Commonwealth Short Story Prize with his winning piece ‘Margot’s Run’. He is now set to…
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Amna Ally remembered as trailblazer, tower of strength
Former People’s National Congress (PNC) executive member Amna Ally was laid to rest on Tuesday amid glowing tributes from members across the political divide. Acknowledging…
ERC condemns blasphemous Vybz Kartel song
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has condemned a blasphemous song by Jamaican artist Vybz Kartel, "Good Like Jesus," that is profoundly disrespectful to the Christian…
Children in several Region One communities can now study at night
Children of Para, Region One, will now have access to lighting at night for studying, as some 30 solar panels have been distributed to the…
Trinidad and Tobago eager for energy talks with Guyana
In a bid to find suitable replacements to address dwindling gas reserves, Guyana remains a key possibility for Trinidad and Tobago as that country’s new…
Linden being positioned as hydroponics hub
Linden is being positioned as a hydroponics hub in Guyana, with both government-led initiatives and private investments promoting this modern farming method. Hydroponics is a…
Over 50 nurses honoured on International Nurses Day
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Monday honoured over 50 nurses during its Annual Nursing Award Ceremony in observance of International Nurses Day 2025.…
20 Restorative Justice Officers undergoing training
Guyana is moving a step closer to advancements in restorative justice, with the addition of some 20 Restorative Justice Officers/Convenors now undergoing training. The opening…
Guyana looks to strengthen digital infrastructure
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips met with representatives from Panthera Security Solutions Inc. and Mavin Global Limited to explore areas of collaboration aimed at…
Guyana, China reaffirm commitment to international law, territorial integrity
Guyana’s Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister, Hugh Hilton Todd, and China’s Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, have reaffirmed their commitment to upholding international law and…
Mental health issues a hidden pandemic affecting region’s police officers
Police Commissioner of Antigua and Barbuda, Atlee Rodney, has called for greater attention to be placed on mental health, describing it as the hidden pandemic…
Baby Skello arrested following widespread condemnation by Hindu community
Daniel Wharton, better known as "Baby Skello", was arrested today in connection with a vulgar song about the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi that drew strong criticism…
Adrianna Younge’s case: Canadian investigator arrives in Guyana today
Leonard McCoshen, the retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) investigator who was identified by the Guyana government to work alongside the Guyana Police Force in…
Big relief for parents: Distribution of ‘Because We Care’ grant commences today
Students in Regions Seven and Nine are set to benefit from the rollout of the $55,000 ‘Because We Care’ cash grant distribution, which commenced today.…
GECOM training for temporary election staff underway
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has announced that training is currently underway for temporary election staff ahead of the upcoming General and Regional Elections in…
Glorifying crime undermines police efforts, says President
One of the main challenges being faced by the police in Guyana is the politicising and glorification of crime and criminality, President Dr Irfaan Ali…
ERC honours winners of film competition
Winners of the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) film competition were honoured at an awards ceremony and screening held at Caribbean Cinemas, Giftland Mall, on Friday.…
GBTI posts strong first quarter performance with $1.2B profit
The Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry (GBTI) has reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of $1.2 billion for the first quarter of 2025, marking…