By Travis SeymourOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — President Dr. Irfaan Ali has revealed intentions to establish a state-of-the-art hockey facility in partnership with Saints Stanislaus College and the Guyana Hockey Board. This announcement was made during an event at the college, highlighting the community’s ongoing efforts to secure a dedicated venue for hockey. Saints […]
By Saskia WarrickOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — The 64th National Convention of the Junior Chambers International (JCI) West Indies, held in Georgetown from October 9–13, serves as a vital platform for youth empowerment and development across the region. Speaking at the convention, Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, highlighted JCI’s critical role in fostering […]
By Nakasia LoganOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — In a proactive move to address the growing threat of hate speech, the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) of Guyana has partnered with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to monitor and counteract harmful rhetoric, particularly on social media. This collaboration, formalized with the signing of a Memorandum […]
By Nakasia LoganOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — The Beacon Foundation Hospice stands as a vital support system for cancer patients and their families, offering comprehensive palliative care that addresses not only physical needs but also emotional and practical challenges. Established to bring relief and strength to those facing life-limiting illnesses, the hospice has reshaped […]
By Kimberly GiddingsOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — In a bid to enhance dialysis services in Guyana, Biomed Energy and Dialysis Inc., in partnership with Nipro Europe Group Company, launched a specialized training program for nurses to operate dialysis machines effectively. The program, initiated by Olive Sinclair, a registered nurse and CEO of Biomed Energy […]
By Josiah WilliamsOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — Students at Saint Stanislaus College are now benefiting from a state-of-the-art Chemistry and Physics laboratory, funded through a $51 million investment. The lab, which was officially opened on Tuesday, is expected to lay the foundation for advancing STEM education at the school. During the commissioning ceremony, President […]
By Delicia JanneireOct 8, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — Vendors in Plaisance impacted by the East Coast Demerara (ECD) Railway Embankment New Four-Lane Road Project are relocating to a designated tarmac to accommodate the construction. On Tuesday night, 50 vendors drew lots to determine their new vending spaces, with a deadline to complete the move by […]
By Nakasia Logan | October 8, 2024 The Beacon Foundation Hospice has become a vital source of hope and support for cancer patients and their families during the challenging journey of diagnosis and treatment. Since its inception, the organization has transformed the landscape of palliative care, focusing on providing compassionate assistance to those facing life-limiting […]
October 9, 2024 When it comes to hydration, many people adhere to the popular rule of drinking eight glasses of water a day. However, this guideline is a myth, and there are several misconceptions about hydration that can cloud our understanding of what it means to stay properly hydrated. In tonight’s edition of NCN Health, […]
By Kimberly Giddings | October 9, 2024 In a continued effort to address community concerns and improve living standards, Minister within the Ministry of Public Works, Deodat Indar, visited the communities of Goed Fortuin and De Kinderen in Region Three on Monday. The outreach was in response to residents’ requests for infrastructure upgrades and other […]