March 2025

[BBC] – Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker BYD has reported annual revenue for 2024 that has leapfrogged rival Tesla. The Shenzhen-based firm says revenue rose by 29% to come in at 777 billion yuan ($107bn; £83bn), boosted by sales of its hybrid vehicles. This topped the $97.7bn reported by Elon Musk’s Tesla. BYD has also
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After a series of successful trials, the Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) has announced a shortlist of athletes for the upcoming CARIFTA Track and Field Championships in Trinidad and Tobago. The final trials, held over the weekend at the National Track and Field Facility, showcased the depth of junior athletic talent in Guyana. Notable names
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Overstaying a U.S. visa can result in serious consequences, including a permanent ban from entering the country and potential criminal charges, a statement made in a post on Facebook by the US Embassy in Guyana stated on Tuesday. “If you overstay your U.S. visa, you could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United
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Back in 2019, the former APNU+AFC government expended the sum of $50 million in public funds to host a concert which saw performances from Jamaican reggae/dancehall superstar Buju Banton. The funds form part of the $728 million that was expended from the Guyana Lottery Fund for that year. A sum of $745 million was allocated
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Under-23 cyclist Aaron Newton has embarked on a crucial training session in Paraguay, facilitated by a collaboration between the Guyana Cycling Federation Interim Management Committee (IMC) and the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA). The IMC has announced Newton’s departure, expressing their delight at securing this opportunity for the promising young rider. The training stint is a
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Guyanese Olympians Marian Burnett, Chelsea Edghill, Aliann Pompey, James Wren-Gilkes, June Collison neè Griffith and Adam Harris have welcomed the elevation of Sheryl Hermonstine to the presidency of the Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG). Hermonstine, a long-standing administrator of Track and Field, was elected to the post on March 16, 2025, replacing Aubrey Hutson. In
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The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) and the Paraguayan Olympic Committee (COP) have cemented a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant step towards enhanced collaboration and mutual growth in sports development. This strategic alliance, born from extensive dialogues and collaborative efforts, sets the stage for long-term cooperation in athlete training, knowledge exchange, and overall
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The three persons who were trapped in a massive fire in the ABC Chinese Restaurant at Vreed-en-Hoop were evacuated safely. “There was no casualty. They were safely evacuated,” Regional Commander Khalid Mandal told the News Room. Another person, a Chinese national, was however, injured in the blaze. The Guyana Fire Service responded to the fire
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Seeindra Marimutoo, known as “Chicken Man”, a 44-year-old poultry vendor from Lot 3, Portuguese Quarters, Corentyne, Berbice, has been charged with inciting murder against Marciano Michel Nelson, commonly known as “Dutchie”. On Monday, March 24th, Marimutoo appeared at the Whim Magistrates Court before Magistrate Tuanna Hardy. After the charge was presented, he was not required
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With just under two weeks to go before Guyana welcomes 16 nations for the largest 3×3 basketball event ever hosted in the English-speaking Caribbean, excitement is building. The Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) has officially announced the tournament pools for the 20-team competition, which will determine the next qualifier for the prestigious FIBA 3×3 World Tour
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