By Celestine Chacon, January 15, 2025 Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, has defended the recent decision by Speaker of the National Assembly, Manzoor Nadir, to prohibit the use of the term “corruption” in parliamentary debates. Nandlall addressed the matter during his “Issues in the News” broadcast on Tuesday evening. The ban […]
January 15, 2025 The Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) has announced its 15-person squad for the upcoming Nation’s Cup tournament in Paramaribo, Suriname, from January 24–27. The announcement came after a two-day trial held at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, where shortlisted players had the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of the coaching staff. […]
January 15, 2025 Linden’s Block 22 Flames and Amelia Ward Jets earned impressive victories on Sunday as action resumed in the “One Guyana” Premier Basketball League at the Retrieve Hard Court in Region Ten. Both teams triumphed comfortably in their respective matchups, continuing to showcase their dominance in the league. In the first game, Block […]
January 14, 2025 The Guyana Harpy Eagles’ Head Coach, Ryan Hercules, emphasized a patient and focused approach as the team prepares for the upcoming Cricket West Indies (CWI) Regional Four-Day Championship. The defending champions will take their preparation one step at a time as they look to build on their previous successes. Following the completion […]
January 14, 2025 Training for the 23 shortlisted players for the upcoming “Nations Cup” basketball tournament has concluded, and now it’s up to Head Coach Adrian Hooper and his team to make their final selection. The tournament, set to take place from January 24 to 27 in Paramaribo, Suriname, will see Guyana’s basketball team face […]
January 14, 2025 Linden’s bauxite sector has emerged as one of the standout success stories for the Ministry of Natural Resources in 2024, with a significant 225% increase in production. Production soared from just over 500,000 tonnes in 2023 to a staggering 1.7 million tonnes in 2024. At a year-end press conference, Minister of Natural […]
By Saskia Warrick | January 14, 2025 Bauxite production reached new heights in 2024, surpassing 1.7 million tonnes, representing a remarkable 225% increase from the 523,732 tonnes produced in 2023. This surge in output marks a major recovery following a period of decline in production from 2014 to 2020, during which output dropped by approximately […]
January 10, 2025 The Helping Hands Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) spread New Year joy to both senior citizens and children at the James Residence in West Watooka over the weekend. Chairperson Sherry Fyffe-James shared that the event, which was formerly hosted by the PPP/C Wismar Flat Group, now falls under Helping Hands, an organization that has […]
January 15, 2025 In 2025, Region Ten’s health services will see several key upgrades and new projects, according to Regional Health Officer Dr. Gregory Harris. Some of the major initiatives include the establishment of a new operating theatre at Kwakwani Hospital, a mobile clinic to reach remote areas, and enhancements to solar systems to improve […]
January 14, 2025 Corns and calluses, which form as hard, thick patches of skin due to friction, rubbing, or pressure, are common foot conditions. While they can develop anywhere on the body, they are most often found on the feet, hands, or fingers. Corns are small, round, and typically appear on the tops or sides […]