May 2025

The Ministry of Labour has launched a formal investigation following a tragic industrial accident that claimed the life of Chinese national Mr Eddie Yang late Saturday evening in Grove, East Bank Demerara. Mr Yang, a resident of Bagotstown, was fatally injured on May 03 at approximately 23:46 hrs when a large quantity of glass, stored
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Press Release on the Global Super League The Guyana Amazon Warriors will proudly reprise their role as hosts for the 2025 edition of the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), scheduled to take place from July 10-18 at the iconic Providence Stadium. The Amazon Warriors, champions of the 2023 Caribbean Premier League (CPL), will join
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Leg-spinner Riyad Latif made his mark on the inaugural West Indies Breakout T20 League, bowling Guyana Rainforest Rangers to their first win on Sunday evening at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. The 17-year-old snapped up 4-25 off four overs to spearhead Rainforest Rangers to a commanding 52-run win over Leeward Islands Thunder in
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The family of Adriana Younge has announced the postponement of her funeral, which had been scheduled to take place on Monday. In a statement released to the public, Adriana’s mother shared the reasons behind the family’s difficult decision. “My heart is shattered beyond words,” the statement said. “As a mother there is no pain greater
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A road accident in the early hours of Saturday has claimed the life of a 23-year-old motorcyclist on Burnham Drive Public Road, Wismar, Linden. The deceased has been identified as Kellon Sumner, of Central Amelia’s Ward, Linden. The incident occurred at approximately 01:40 hrs. According to preliminary police reports, the collision involved a motorcar bearing
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One person is dead and two others are hospitalised following a violent chopping incident at Angoy’s Avenue, New Amsterdam, Berbice. The deceased was identified as 45-year-old Leon Fordyce, known as “Nastyman,” a labourer residing at High Dam, Angoy’s Avenue. The injured include 40-year-old Anganisha Newyear, also from the same address. The incident occurred between 22:30
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As Guyana marks Arrival Day 2025, President Irfaan Ali has called on the nation to reflect on the sacrifices and enduring legacy of the immigrants who helped shape the country’s multicultural identity. In a message to commemorate the day, President Ali emphasised the profound historical significance of the occasion, which also marks the 187th anniversary
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In what is seen as a shift in energy policy, Trinidad and Tobago’s newly elected Prime Minister, Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC, has officially declared the Dragon Gas deal with Venezuela “dead,” as her government turns its focus to forging fresh energy partnerships within the CARICOM region. Speaking to reporters shortly after swearing in her Cabinet over
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As the nation marks Arrival Day on Monday, the late Adriana Younge will be laid to rest amid calls from both the Guyana Police Force and the Ministry of Home Affairs for a peaceful and respectful farewell. The Guyana Police Force has expressed serious concern following a Facebook post by attorney Nigel Hughes, who alleged
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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri won for the fourth time in six races this year as he beat team-mate Lando Norris in an action-packed Miami Grand Prix. Both McLaren drivers fought intense battles with early leader Max Verstappen’s Red Bull as they moved up to the front of the field. Piastri, who started fourth, drove a race
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