Pete Russell, the CEO of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), remains optimistic that the ongoing border controversy between Guyana and Venezuela will not impact the final phase of the 2024 tournament, including the scheduled final to be held in Guyana. Despite the increasing tensions between the two nations, Russell believes it is too early to […]
Beach football enthusiasts gathered at the PPP’s Linden office compound for a night of action-packed games, with six matches taking place. The evening featured notable victories for Golden Stars and Dyke Ballers, as well as a walkover and a draw. In the first game, Platinum secured a narrow win against Universal Ballers, with Kristen Louis […]
In a move to enhance the Caribbean’s response to future pandemics, the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has secured support from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). The collaboration is formalized through the signing of a Pandemic Fund Technical Cooperation agreement between the two entities. The initiative aims to assist CARPHA in mitigating the public health […]
A fire of unknown origin has left a Corentyne family of four homeless after it engulfed their residence. The incident occurred at about 8 a.m. at Lot 8, Section ‘B’ Bengal Farm. Jonell Batson, the 43-year-old homeowner, revealed that she was on the public road with two of her children, ensuring their transportation to school, […]
President Irfaan Ali asserted Guyana’s unwavering position on the territorial controversy with Venezuela, stating that Essequibo belongs to Guyana, and the dispute will be settled at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). In a video statement, President Ali expressed his commitment to the position that the border controversy must be resolved through legal means at […]
On International Human Rights Day, the Guyana Equality Forum expressed its concern, stating that Venezuela’s threat to Guyana’s territorial integrity is not just a national issue but a threat to humanity itself. Joel Simpson, the Managing Director of the Guyana Equality Forum, led a gathering outside the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela’s Embassy in Georgetown. The […]
Heartfelt tributes continue to pour in for the late Lieutenant Colonel Michael Charles at the Promenade Gardens in Georgetown, Video and audio footage from the event capture the essence of Michael Charles, portraying him as a figure of resilience, passion, and dedicated service. Despite facing numerous challenges throughout his life, Lt. Col. Charles stood tall, […]
The South Amelia’s Ward Community Development Council (CDC) is gearing up for its second market day, scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 16, in Obama Drive. The Christmas-themed market day, requested by residents, is aimed at promoting small businesses within the area. Kenisha Dey-Venture, Chairman of the South Amelia’s Ward CDC, expressed the community’s […]
Today, the nation united to honor and remember Lieutenant Colonel Michael Charles, a distinguished aviator, father, and leader, who will forever be remembered as a national hero. Lieutenant Colonel Michael Charles, born on June 2, 1962, dedicated 40 years of his life in service to Guyana, starting in 1981. His illustrious military career involved navigating […]
This week, the Guyanese government introduced two significant bills in the National Assembly, aimed at modernizing the country’s approach to dispute resolution. The bills in focus are the modernized Arbitration Bill and the Criminal Procedure Plea Agreement Bill. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, presented the bills for the first time on […]