May 12, 2025
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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…
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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…
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…
India great Kohli retires from Test cricket
Legendary India batter Virat Kohli has announced his immediate retirement from Test cricket. His decision comes before this summer's five-Test tour of England, which starts…
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.…
Mabaruma gets $63.5M guesthouse, $6M bakery
A brand-new $63.5 million Banobo Guesthouse and a $6 million bakery were commissioned in Mabaruma Settlement, Region One, to generate additional revenue for residents. The…
Religious bodies encouraged to complement faith with community upliftment
President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has underscored the need for religious organisations to extend gratitude beyond spiritual blessings and internal acts of service to include…
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…
Pandits, devotees protest Baby Skello’s blasphemous song
Several pandits participated today in a peaceful demonstration condemning the vulgar and despicable lyrics of a song by Baby Skello directed towards Hindu Goddess Lakshmi.…
Water taxi operations between Stabroek and Vreed-en-Hoop to be temporarily tomorrow
The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) of the Ministry of Public Works has announced that water taxi operations between Stabroek and Vreed-en-Hoop will be suspended from…
PNCR: Amna Ally exemplified service, integrity and patriotism
The People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former General Secretary, Ms. Amna Ally. A dedicated and…
Guyanese, St. Lucians trained in Climate-Smart Agriculture
Nineteen Guyanese and St. Lucians are now certified in Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) after participating in a four-day training exercise. The initiative was a collaborative effort…
Flag Day to launch ahead of Independence celebrations
See below the full release from the Government of Guyana: The Government of Guyana is proud to announce the official launch of ‘Flag Days’ which…
Former PNC Executive Amna Ally passes away
Former People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) Executive Amna Ally has passed away. With a political career spanning over five decades, Ally served in various high-profile…
Guyana places third overall at ISKF South America Masters Tournament
Guyana secured an impressive third-place finish overall in the medal standings at the fourth International Shotokan Karate Federation (ISKF) South America Masters Tournament, held from…