Feb 21, 2026
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Brother kills brother during argument at Capoey Mission
A domestic dispute between two brothers left one man dead at Capoey Mission, Essequibo Coast, on Friday afternoon. Dead is 57-year-old Leslie Edwards, also known…
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Diaspora capital fuels US$250M expansion of Guyana’s oil support services
The Guyana Office for Investment (GO-Invest) recently facilitated a major US$250 million diaspora-funded private sector investment with the TriStar Shore Base and Energy Terminal, a…
Taliban allows men to beat wives – so long as they don’t break bones
The Taliban has passed a law that allows men to beat their wives as long as it does not cause “broken bones or open wounds”.…
Prison officer arrested, suspected cannabis found in his bulletproof vest
A 26-year-old prison officer was arrested today after police discovered more than 500 grams of suspected cannabis at the Mazaruni Prison. Police said the officer,…
Slingerz trash Ann’s Grove in Elite League Cup debut
Slingerz FC looked outstanding in their Elite League Cup debut, obliterating Ann’s Grove with an astonishing 8-0 victory on Wednesday night at the Guyana Football…
Police to appeal Paul Slowe acquittal in sexual assault case
The Guyana Police Force has announced its intention to appeal a ruling by Senior Magistrate Fabiyo Azore, who today found Paul Slowe not guilty of…
T&T seeks Guyana’s support as it looks to restart refinery
Trinidad and Tobago is seeking stronger energy partnerships with Guyana as part of strategic measures to restart its shuttered state-owned Petrotrin oil refinery. Speaking at…
Vice President Jagdeo joins world leaders at global AI summit
Guyana is positioning itself in the global artificial intelligence race, as Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo participates in the India AI Impact Summit, a major forum…
Man who assaulted traffic cop with glass bottle charged, remanded
A 24-year-old man who assaulted a traffic policeman with a glass bottle during a confrontation in New Amsterdam has been charged with multiple traffic and…
Two decades of reform made Guyana a credible investment hub
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, said Guyana’s emergence as a trusted investment destination was the…
Chevron Chairman: Leadership, partnerships key to Guyana’s energy success
Chevron Corp Chairman Mike Wirth said on Tuesday the US energy company plans to work closely with the government of Guyana for the long term,…
Family of youth killed in Corentyne accident calls for justice
The family of 21-year-old Jagdeo Bhimsingh, an overseas-based Guyanese from Number 63 Village, Corentyne, is calling for justice following his death in a road accident…
More than 1,000 MSMEs trained to become export ready
The World Trade Centre Georgetown has assisted more than 1,000 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to become export ready since its official opening last…
Assuria breaks ground on new commercial tower in Georgetown
Assuria General Inc. has officially begun construction on its second landmark commercial building in Georgetown, on the site of its former head office on Church…
Republic Bank unveils $60M mortgages at five per cent interest
Republic Bank (Guyana) Limited is now offering residential mortgages up to $60 million at a highly competitive five per cent interest rate, with no lending…
21-year-old motorcyclist dies in Corentyne accident
A 21-year-old man died Monday after his motorcycle collided with a car on Public Road, #64 Village, Corentyne, police said. The deceased, identified as Jadheo…
Doctors at Lima Regional Hospital save mother, premature baby in high-risk case
Doctors at Lima Regional Hospital have saved the lives of a 42-year-old mother and her severely premature baby following a high-risk pregnancy that began at…
Holder, Hope seal WI’s Super Eights spot; Nepal knocked out
A dominant bowling display in the powerplay, backed up by a solid batting display helped a clinical West Indies ease to their third win of…