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Overseas-based Guyanese among two families devastated by Rose Hall Town fire

Overseas-based Guyanese among two families devastated by Rose Hall Town fire

An overseas-based Guyanese man is among two families who suffered significant losses in a destructive fire that occurred on Sunday. Joseph Woodee, 72, residing at Lot 295 Fourth Street in Rose Hall Town, stated that around 11:00 hrs, while watching television, he detected the smell of smoke. Hearing neighbors shouting alerted him to the unfolding
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It’s a no-brainer, PPP will beat anyone except God at next elections – Jagdeo

In a feisty presentation at Babu Jaan Sunday, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, leader of the ruling Peoples Progressive Party (PPP), declared that the party will win the upcoming general elections in a “glorious” new era in Guyana. He said Dr Irfaan Ali will be leading the party in the next elections, describing him as a “giant”
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Jagdeo: There will be cash grants after Irfaan Ali wins next election

Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo announced on Sunday afternoon that there will be cash grants once Irfaan Ali is elected for a second term in general elections planned for later this year. Citizens have been able to benefit from several cash grants, including $100,000 to every Guyanese over the age of 18. Distribution of this
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BREAKING: All bridge crossings free from August 1

President Dr Irfaan Ali on Sunday announced that all tolls to cross bridges across the country will removed as of August 1. The announcement was made in Berbice, where the bridge toll is the highest across the country. Currently, the toll to cross the Berbice River bridge using a car is $1900 while the toll
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‘Mighty’ PPP cannot be ‘bought or sold or traded’ – President Ali

The ruling Peoples Progressive Party (PPP) is stronger than it has ever been before and “cannot be bought, sold or traded,” President Irfaan Ali said Sunday afternoon as he urged party supporters to be wary of those who have contributed to the party but now feel their wrongdoings must be defended. Without naming names, he
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Briton John wins Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cycle Race

Briton John has triumphed in the 2025 Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cycle Road Race, delivering a dominant performance to claim victory. John, a familiar competitor in the annual event, crossed the finish line in 2 hours, 32 minutes, and 37 seconds (2:32:37). The race commenced outside Freedom House in New Amsterdam and took cyclists along the
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Gunshot-like explosion leads to arrest of man with loaded firearm 

Early Sunday morning a man was apprehended in Georgetown by a police team following a loud explosion near Leopold and Cross Streets, Werk-en-Rust. The incident, which occurred around 01:30hrs, prompted swift action from a Cadet Officer and officers from the Anti-Terrorism Unit on mobile patrol. The team, who were travelling in three police vehicles, heard
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Piastri leads Norris to McLaren one-two in China

Oscar Piastri led Lando Norris to a dominant McLaren one-two in the Chinese Grand Prix ahead of George Russell’s Mercedes. Piastri’s calm, controlled victory made it two wins from two for McLaren at the start of the season following Norris’ outstanding drive in the wet in Melbourne last weekend. The Australian led from pole and
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IPL 2025: CSK thump Mumbai for winning start

Chennai Super King’s bowling acquisitions during the off-season paid immediate dividends. Their four new bowlers took nine wickets between them to restrict Mumbai Indians to 155 for 9, a total that they ultimately chased down with ease but not without a hiccup against debutant left-arm wrist-spinner Vignesh Puthur, who is yet to represent his state
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Fisherman chopped to death at Dundee

A tragic incident unfolded Saturday afternoon when fisherman Parmand Singh, 30, from Dundee Mahaicony, East Coast Demerara, was brutally murdered by a known individual who has since been arrested. His wife, Violet Bennett, 30, told the News Room on Sunday that she was made aware of the shocking news after receiving a call around 17:00
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