President Dr. Irfaan Ali has signalled his full support for reconsidering the use of the death penalty for particularly heinous crimes, following the shocking death of six-year-old Orlando Jaikarran of Bath Settlement, West Coast Berbice.

The President has instructed Attorney General Anil Nandlall to examine the legal implications of capital punishment and other measures aimed at addressing serious crimes.

Speaking to News Room journalist Neil Marks on Tuesday, President Ali described the child's kill

The Small Business Bureau is reporting a 75 percent survival rate among businesses it has monitored over the past six years, with Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Susan Rodrigues crediting the agency’s continued support for entrepreneurs.

More than just providing financial assistance, the Small Business Bureau is working to ensure entrepreneurs have the tools, training and guidance needed to keep their businesses running.

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- Hosts first Cancer awareness walk      

-by Nakasia Logan  

Urban Oasis took a step towards raising cancer awareness, hosting its first Walk in support of two of its clients who have survived cancer.

The walk began at Urban Oasis on South Road and concluded at the National Park, where participants gathered for an informative health talk on breast cancer, prevention and the importance of self-examination.

Addressing participants, Dr. Patina Osborne from David Rose Health Centre highlighted the

Days after President Ali announced restrictions on the importation of vapes and vaping products, parents and students are welcoming the move, saying it could help protect children from the potential dangers.

The restrictions prohibit the importation of vapes of all kinds, except where approved by the Minister of Health or the relevant tobacco control authorities.

Parents say the availability of these products, including flavoured varieties, is a growing concern.

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The Ministry of Health today graduated 19 new Medex, the first class in the programme’s 49-year history, to achieve a 100 percent success rate. 

Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony is urging the graduates to deliver coastland-standard care in the interior.

The Class of 2026 began training in January 2025 with 21 midwives from nine regions, 19 of whom completed the programme, achieving a 100 percent success rate among graduates.

Graduates will serve across several regions, includi

President Dr. Irfaan Ali says King Charles’ upcoming visit to Guyana will highlight the longstanding relationship between the two countries, particularly in environmental protection and climate change, while discussions on slavery reparations are expected to take place at the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

In an interview with ITV News correspondent Robert Moore ahead of the royal visit, President Ali highlighted the King’s partnership with Guyana in rainforest co