December 2025

Guyana’s horse racing season explodes into life on January 4 as two of the country’s most dominant Thoroughbreds- both undefeated, both champions- are set to collide in what is already being billed as one of the most anticipated races in modern Guyanese racing history. All eyes will be on Olympic Kremlin, the reigning Horse-of-the-Year 2024,…
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Three men and a woman were remanded to prison on Wednesday after they were charged for their involvement in the attempted trafficking of 31.5 kilogrammes (or nearly 70 pounds) of cocaine. According to a release from the Customs Anti-Narcotic unit (CANU), Andre Moonilall and Sherwin Laundry appeared before Magistrate Nurse at Sparendaam Magistrate’s Court No….
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President of the Lusignan Golf Club Anasha Ally said the club is poised for an exciting and progressive 2026, as it builds on the foundation laid over the last two years. The Club has put together “a dynamic calendar of major events” for the coming year, as efforts continue to further elevate the club’s standing…
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The search for 54-year-old fisherman Permaul Punsammy continues, and recently, some of his belongings have been found. Permaul fell overboard in Suriname waters during a fishing trip. Permaul’s brother, 56-year-old Veerasammy Punsammy, who was on the trip with him, told the News Room that it was raining at the time of the incident on December…
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Three men were robbed of their valuables on Tuesday night at Harpy Drive, North East La Penitence. They were robbed by two men who have not yet been identified. Police said the men– ages 23, 35, and 37– were relieved of a quantity of cash, a cellular phone, jewellery, and other personal items. Preliminary enquiries…
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Anthony Mathurin, a 53-year-old resident of Greenheart Street, South Ruimveldt, was found dead in his yard on Tuesday. Police Headquarters, in a statement, reported that the man died sometime on Tuesday between 21:40hrs and 23:45hrs. It was also noted that the man reportedly suffered from an illness, and was found lying motionless in the yard…
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The floodwaters in Black Bush Polder are receding after days of rainfall left the community inundated affecting residential and farmlands. In response to the flooding, Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha, travelled to the region to assess the situation on Sunday last. Following his visit, he held a meeting with local representatives and subsequently addressed the…
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Amar Jones has been described as a devoted father and a hardworking young businessman. Amar was gunned down in broad daylight on Tuesday while he was waiting to pick up his 5-year-old daughter along the Half Mile Public Road. According to a Police release, the incident occurred at approximately 15:00 hrs while Jones was in…
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As the New Year approaches, the Guyana Police Force has issued a stern warning to individuals and businesses against the illegal sale, possession, and use of firecrackers and other explosive devices. The Police Force, in a statement, cited serious public safety concerns. According to the Force, the New Year’s period traditionally sees an increase in…
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December 31, 2025: Today, at the stroke of midnight, Guyana will conclude its two-year term as an elected member of the United Nations Security Council. Our tenure began on January 1, 2024 and was guided by the overarching theme “Partnering for Peace and Prosperity”. Guyana’s tenure on the Council coincided with a period of profound…
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