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Anasha Ally has been re-elected unopposed as president of the Lusignan Golf Club, following the Annual General Meeting and elections on September 21, 2025. Ally, who made history last year as the first female to lead the club, will now continue her stewardship for a second consecutive term. The newly elected executive committee is as…
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President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly meetings in New York on Wednesday. The two leaders highlighted ongoing cooperation in security, economic development, and regional stability. Over the last few years, the US military has been closely collaborating with…
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Julian Mohabir is the Pegasus’ Young Knights Challenge Champion, after playing spectacularly in the inaugural chess competition hosted by the Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) at the Pegasus Chess Club on September 21, 2025. The 12-year-old secured the title over young Vir Narine by scoring the same number of points, but winning the championship prize based…
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The FIBA 3×3 Commission has convened at the Patrick Baumann House of Basketball (FIBA Headquarters), in Mies, Switzerland, for its fourth meeting of the 2023-2027 term, outlining a dynamic future for the sport following a successful 2025 season and setting the stage for upcoming milestones, including the LA2028 Olympic Games. Chaired by Carmen Tocala, the…
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Reposted from Trinidad and Tobago Newsday Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) will receive this country’s second-highest national award, Chaconia Gold, after winning the 2025 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League title, on September 21, with a victory over the Guyana Amazon Warriors. Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar made the announcement at the Diplomatic Centre, on September 23, after meeting with…
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Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill has confirmed that every test conducted on the new Demerara Harbour Bridge so far has “met and exceeded expectations.” He further told the News Room that testing has been ongoing throughout the construction phase. “The bridge is drivable; the President will determine the date when it will open,” Minister…
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Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Minister Hugh Todd has once again underscored Guyana’s unwavering support for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, urging the international community to step up pressure on Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories. Speaking on Tuesday at the 10003rd meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) under…
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Construction of the Makouria and Bonasika Bridges is now underway as part of the government’s plan to improve connectivity between Parika and the hinterland regions, eventually ending dependency on the Parika ferry. “The Makouria Bridge and Bonasika Bridge are to link the Parika Goshen road that will connect Sandhills and Falmouth Roads. Both have been…
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  President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Tuesday evening assured members of the Guyanese diaspora in New York that the transformation taking place in Guyana is real, people-centred, and inclusive, urging them to remain engaged and play their part in the country’s future. Dr Ali and First Lady Arya Ali attended a meet-and-greet reception with…
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Guyanese-American writer, Shivani Jai’s debut novel, WHAT’S COMING TO YOU, is a dark, multi-POV psychological thriller that has captured the attention of readers for its twisty suspense and emotionally-charged storytelling. WHAT’S COMING TO YOU dives into the duplicitous mind of Mason Goodridge, a dangerously charming narcissist whose lies and manipulations ensnare four women in his…
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