Mar 28, 2025
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USS Normandy, GDFS Shahoud conduct maritime exercise
Deployed to strengthen maritime partnerships in the Caribbean, the US Navy Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) conducted a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the…
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US aid to support host nation priorities
The United States of America (US) is not stepping away from the foreign aid business but will implement a new approach to how funds are…
Dr Ramsammy re-elected GPHC Chairman
Dr Leslie Ramsammy was re-elected Chairman of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Thursday following the inaugural meeting of its newly appointed Board of…
Greater scrutiny against illegal immigration
While Guyana and the US signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday to enhance cooperation in various areas of national interest, including security, US…
’Melly Mel’ released on US$7,500 bond
Guyanese social media activist Melissa “Melly Mel” Atwell-Holder was released today on a US$7,500 bond following a two-week detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement…
Minister Singh to assist in resolving NIS issues in Berbice
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and Public Service, Dr Ashni Singh, will visit Berbice to resolve issues relating…
US$35M injected into banking sector to address foreign currency concerns
The Bank of Guyana has injected US$35 million into the local banking sector to address concerns about foreign currency shortages, Vice President and General Secretary…
Chinese national charged with several of counts money laundering
Chinese national Ying Xin Su, a 30-year-old travel agent who was previously charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition without a licence, was…
Jagdeo: Rubio’s visit signals stronger Guyana-US relations
Guyana’s Vice President and General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has expressed his satisfaction with US Secretary of State Marco…
Guyana, US sign MoU to strengthen security, economic cooperation
Guyana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, and US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed…
US Secretary of State: “Very bad day” for Venezuela if it attacks Guyana
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned Venezuela that any military aggression or attacks on Guyana or American oil companies operating in Guyana’s Stabroek…
Dr Ramsaroop: Guyana reclaiming “Breadbasket of the Caribbean” title
With the potential for reduced fertiliser costs, the expansion of farm-to-market roads, the commissioning of a regional ferry, and reduced agricultural land fees—among other supportive…
Guyana steps onto the world fashion stage with Origins Guyana Fashion Festival
The spotlight is now on Guyana as a major fashion hub, with the launch of the Origins Guyana Fashion Festival on Wednesday. The official media…
Word Bank approves US$22M Guyana One Health Project
The World Bank has approved the US$22 million Guyana One Health Project, focused on empowering the country to prevent, prepare for, and respond to health…
Boy, 14, reportedly drowned
Emmanuel Downer, 14, a student of Lancaster Secondary School in Mahaica, who was residing at Lot 50 Haslington Village, East Coast Demerara, is reported to…
GDF, US Navy in joint maritime exercises
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is conducting joint maritime exercises with the US Navy this week, underscoring the deepening defense partnership between the two nations.…
Gurchuran, Dublin crowned Whiz Kids champions
The Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Liliendaal came alive with energy as the Guyana Learning Channel brought its Whiz Kids 2025 and the inaugural Whiz…
New four-lane highway for Essequibo Coast
The Essequibo Coast’s main thoroughfare will be upgraded to a four-lane highway as part of the government’s ongoing infrastructure development in Region Two. President Dr…