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GEORGETOWN, July 30 (GPHC) – Last week, from July 21st to 26th, the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) in collaboration with Smile Train Guyana successfully hosted an intensive Cleft Palate Speech Therapy Training for local speech therapists and Rehabilitation Assistants. This initiative aimed to enhance the skills of professionals in diagnosing and treating cleft palate
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The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has reignited its grassroots programme with training sessions at West Ruimveldt and Parade Grounds. The initiative aims to introduce young boys and girls to the fundamentals of football. Former national players turned coaches lead the sessions, teaching basic skills to children aged 5-12. The programme, funded by the GFF’s Member
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(BBC) Thousands of Venezuelans are heading towards the presidential palace in Caracas to protest against President Nicolás Maduro’s claim of victory in the country’s disputed election. Others posted pictures of the crowds on social media with captions including “knock down the dictator” and “everyone to Miraflores” – where the palace is located. The BBC has
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Guyana finished an impressive second overall in the Invitational Category at the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Boxing Championship, which concluded on Sunday at the Vigie Sports Complex in Castries, St. Lucia. Standouts Abiola Jackman and Ryan Rogers won individual accolades. Although Trinidad and Tobago won the Invitational Category with 33 points owing to
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Guyana, get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and flavors of Africa at the third annual Afrobeats celebration, proudly hosted by Enzo Matthews of Le Zo Logistics and Vacations. This spectacular event will be held at Scotty’s Smoke House on Emancipation Day, August 1, 2024, promising an unforgettable experience of culture, music, and
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Slingerz Football Club has filed an official protest with the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) after a Marcus Tudor goal was disallowed without explanation during their July 25 clash with Den Amstel in the KFC Elite League. Currently second in the standings behind the Guyana Defence Force (GDF), Slingerz FC and Den Amstel faced off in
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The Georgetown Cricket Club commenced its annual summer camp on Monday, aiming to lay the groundwork for the next icon of the sport locally and internationally. Though the current weather patterns could hamper the on-field activities, a team of experienced youth coaches, led by former national cricketer Peter Persaud, plans to make the most of
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A 33-year-old citizen of the United States (US) who is wanted for a murder in his home country was on Monday afternoon arrested by members of the Guyana Police Force. Police Headquarters said ranks from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) along with ranks from Special Branch headquarters, acting on information received, arrested Rakeem Antonio Gilgeous.
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The Cue Sports Association (Guyana) Inc. commenced its National Team Championships on July 26 at Butchers Chill Spot on Sheriff Street. The president of the Association, Alfred Mekdeci, hailed the achievement of opening membership five months ago. The association now has a membership of over 100 persons, and the championship is historic because it is
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Police are investigating a fatal accident that occurred around 04:00 hrs Monday on the #28 Public Road, West Coast Berbice. The incident tragically resulted in the death of 36-year-old pedestrian Kanrade Lawrence Bacchus. The accident involved a motor car, bearing registration number, PAC 2353, driven by a 30-year-old Private from the Guyana Defence Force (GDF),
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