Sep 12, 2025
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CARICOM condemns Israeli strike in Qatar
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has strongly condemned the recent Israeli strike on residential premises in Doha, Qatar. In a statement, CARICOM said the act of…
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New Demerara River Bridge set to open by month-end
The long-awaited New Demerara River Bridge will open to vehicular traffic before the end of the month, President Irfaan Ali said today. During a visit…
US ambassador: IBC provides platform for deeper US-Caribbean trade ties
The upcoming International Business Conference (IBC) in Guyana will provide a platform to strengthen trade between the United States and the Caribbean, US Ambassador Nicole…
Suicide awareness: ’Every life is important’, says Golden Om Dharmic Youth Organisation
The Golden Om Dharmic Youth Organisation in Region Six held a candlelight vigil and walk on Wednesday to mark Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, calling for…
Life of Amerindian trailblazer Stephen Campbell celebrated
The Umana Yana was the stage of light, colour, and reflection on Wednesday night as Guyana paid tribute to Stephen Campbell, the nation’s first Indigenous…
Guyana, Mexico celebrate 51 years of diplomatic ties
Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips on Thursday reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to deepening ties with Mexico as the two countries marked 51 years of diplomatic…
Paul Daby Jr. released on $1M bail amid shooting investigation
Paul “Randell” Daby Jr. was released on $1 million bail earlier today following a 72-hour detention in connection with an ongoing police investigation into a…
Banking sector to be modernised, aligned with digital economy push
The government has opened talks with stakeholders on modernising Guyana’s banking sector to address citizens’ concerns and ensure commercial banks keep pace with its digital…
Hospital worker handed to police over video of Lola Doll leaked from emergency ward
An orthopaedic technician has been handed over to police in Guyana after allegedly recording and leaking a video of social media personality Lolita “Lola Doll”…
China’s President congratulates President Ali on re-election, pledges deeper ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping today congratulated President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his re-election as President of Guyana, pledging to strengthen cooperation under Beijing’s Belt…
Slingerz set to win Elite League title after latest win
Slingerz Football Club solidified their status as favourites for the Elite League title with a dominant 5-0 victory over Den Amstel at the National Track…
Supreme Court says magistrates can preside remotely across jurisdictions
Any magistrate in Guyana can preside over a court via an audio-visual link while physically present in another jurisdiction, the Supreme Court of the Judicature…
Nearly 400 cases handled as Hope and Justice Centres expand community support
The Hope and Justice Centres, established in 2024, have documented nearly 400 cases, offering support in areas such as domestic violence, childcare, legal assistance, and…
Berbice teen turns childhood hobby into thriving bakery
What began as a simple hobby in a family kitchen has blossomed into a thriving business, proving that determination, creativity, and support can transform dreams…
Nepal’s prime minister resigns
Nepal’s prime minister resigned Today as protests against a short-lived ban on social media grew increasingly violent and expanded into broader criticism of his government…
High Court quashes Magistrate’s dismissal of fraud cases against convicted scammer
Acting Chief Justice (ag) Navindra Singh on Monday, ruled in favour of the Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU), overturning a decision by Magistrate Delon Bess…
Fire destroys mechanic’s home, motorcycles and e-bike
For more than two decades, Leon Fraser operated a small cycle repair shop at Lot 13 Plantation Ross, West Coast Berbice. Over the weekend, tragedy…
Cyclist dies in Ruimzeight hit-and-run
A 41-year-old labourer, Mohamed Shazaud Wahab of Lot 16 Wallers Delight, West Coast Demerara, died on Sunday night in a hit-and-run accident on the Ruimzeight…