Mar 5, 2026
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West Coast Berbice fisherman feared drowned in Atlantic Ocean
Ryan Roberts, 33, a fisherman of Block B Bath Settlement, West Coast Berbice, is feared dead following a fishing boat mishap off the Atlantic coast…
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Minister Anthony: Only 36 per cent of men using screening vouchers as prostate cancer tops list in Guyana
Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony has warned that more men must take advantage of government-provided screening vouchers, noting that only 36 per cent of men…
Fire partially destroys unoccupied building at New Amsterdam Psychiatric Hospital
A suspected electrical fire on Wednesday afternoon damaged a building at the Psychiatric Hospital in New Amsterdam. Divisional Fire Officer Clive McDonald said the Guyana…
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When women and girls are empowered, communities thrive, businesses grow and nations prosper, Women’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry Guyana’s (WCCIG) Ulecia Bishop emphasised on…
Charge persons offering bribes, top cop tells Sergeants’ Conference
Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken on Wednesday warned sergeants against accepting bribes and said members of the public who attempt to bribe officers must be charged.…
Allen century powers New Zealand into T20 World Cup final
Finn Allen struck a sensational unbeaten century as New Zealand demolished 2024 runners-up South Africa by nine wickets to reach a second Men's T20 World…
Riyad Ahmad charged with dangerous driving, fined for uninsured vehicle
Riyad Ahmad, 23, of Happy Acres, East Coast Demerara, appeared in Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday to answer charges of dangerous driving and operating an…
AK-47, 9mm pistol seized as police probe Rose Hall robberies
Police in Regional Division Six have seized an AK-47 rifle, a 9mm pistol and matching ammunition during an intelligence-led operation in Corentyne, Berbice, as investigations…
Guyana targets route expansion, increased cargo traffic at aviation summit
Expanding route networks, increasing passenger and cargo traffic, and strengthening strategic partnerships are at the centre of Guyana’s engagement at Routes Americas 2026. Guyana is…
April circuit opener delayed as GT challenge preparations intensify
With the historic hosting of the GT Challenge de las Américas series just over three months away, the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC)…
ERC: Holi marks renewal, reconciliation and hope
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) extends warm and heartfelt greetings to all Guyanese on the joyous occasion of Holi, also known as Phagwah. Holi is…
PPP: Righteousness, truth, and courage will always prevail
The People’s Progressive Party extends heartfelt Phagwah greetings to all Guyanese at home and in the diaspora as we celebrate this sacred and joyous festival…
President Ali courts Guyanese diaspora in St. Kitts amid labour shortages
Guyanese living in St. Kitts and Nevis have been invited to play an integral role in Guyana’s development, with access to opportunities and services being…
Lady Jags eye top spot in CONCACAF Women’s Qualifiers
Lady Jags forward Otesha Charles said sharper finishing will be crucial as the team pushes for top spot in their CONCACAF Women’s Qualifiers group, following…
Gambhir: Sanju Samson delivered ’when the team needed him the most’
After Sanju Samson's unbeaten 97 secured India's qualification into the semi-final of the T20 World Cup, India head coach Gautam Gambhir said he always knew…
Latin America and the Caribbean advances in the fight to eradicate hunger
Eradicating hunger is an ethical imperative and an essential condition for the development of countries. Every step forward in reducing hunger is therefore not only…
Cutting the commute: Engineering dreams now within reach for Regions Two and Six students
For at least 20 aspiring engineers in Regions Two and Six, the long daily commute to the University of Guyana (UG) is now a thing…
Aromatic rice trials commence, farmers could earn double
Large-scale field trials of a new aromatic rice variety commenced on Thursday, offering farmers the potential to earn more than double the price of conventional…