September 2024

The Chief Justice today ruled against Parliamentarian Cathy Hughes who complained of being called a ‘lowlife’ by Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo. The Attorney General’s office this afternoon issued the statement below following the ruling. 1. Today, the Honourable Chief Justice (ag), Roxane George SC, dismissed the legal proceedings filed by Mrs. Catherine Hughes, the Applicant,
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The Government of Guyana today signed a US$16 million contract with Bell Textron Inc. for the supply of two advanced rotary wing aircraft. This milestone agreement not only enhances the capabilities of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) but also serves as a testament to the strong bilateral relationship between Guyana and the United States of
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Alpha Poole, another of five suspects wanted for the abduction of Joshua David, surrendered to Police on Monday. The News Room confirmed that Poole and Osafo Peters, another man who was wanted by Police, surrendered on Monday. The other wanted men are: Aaron Alleyne called Cats, Wayne Barker and Dwayne Griffith. Five men wanted for
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The leadership of the Guyana Football Federation (GFF), including its President Wayne Forde and council members, have completed vital child safety training in line with the Federation’s recently adopted Child Safeguarding Policy. The Child Safeguarding Policy, developed in line with FIFA standards and global safeguarding requirements sets a framework for ensuring that all children involved
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The Lusignan Golf Club (LGC) last Sunday hosted the inaugural ENet Golf Tournament, drawing a field of 35 golfers for a day of competitive play under pristine conditions. The tournament served as an important precursor to the highly anticipated Guyana Open, just a month away. Emerging victorious in the 0-14 Handicap was Mike Mangal, while
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One of five men wanted for the abduction of Joshua David has surrendered to the Police. The News Room was reliably informed that Osafo Peters, known as Saddest, turned himself into Police Monday afternoon. The other suspects are: Aaron Alleyne called Cats, Alpha Poole, Wayne Barker, and Dwayne Griffith. Earlier Monday, the Guyana Police Force’s
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[Virgin Islands News Online]  – Noting that he was pleased to announce visa-free access to Guyana nationals to the British Virgin Islands, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio D. Wheatley said this step strengthens the bond between the Virgin Islands and the region, facilitating greater ease in travel, trade, tourism and investment. “It underscores
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Caribbean Cinemas at Giftland Mall announced the opening of the new “CXC” (Caribbean Cinemas Extreme) auditorium, a totally immersive sound experience with Dolby Atmos digital surround sound system. This new technology combines over 30 thousand watts of power, up to 128 audio channels and 50 speakers strategically distributed 360° around the auditorium. It also has
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Torginol Paints is thrilled to officially announce Jamal Higgins as the grand prize winner of the ‘Name That Shade’ promotion. His winning entry, “Savannah Sunset,” has been selected as Torginol’s new Caribbean Premier League (CPL)-inspired paint colour, capturing the essence of both the vibrant Guyanese landscape and the spirit of cricket. The announcement was made
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A concerning swarm of bees at the New Amsterdam Secondary School Multilateral in Region Six (East Berbice- Corentyne) has disrupted learning and caused many to become fearful for their safety. Over the past nine days, the school has been invaded by aggressive swarms on three separate occasions, disrupting learning at the school. A teacher complained
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