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An 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Reyna Depeazer, the 16-year-old girl who was struck by a stray bullet during a confrontation at Mango Lane, East Ruimveldt, Georgetown on Monday night. Police Headquarters said the suspect, Travel Daniels Hammer, a resident of Trench Road, East La Penitence, was taken into
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Ben Stokes’ first five-wicket haul in eight years and a dizzying opening partnership gave England much the better of the second day of the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford. Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett flayed some wayward India bowling at a rate of more than five an over in their stand of 166,
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The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) welcomes the identification of a discrepancy in the Revised List of Electors (RLE) that is currently on display across the country to provide all stakeholders with the opportunity to check it for accuracy. With specific reference to the concern that has been raised in the public domain in relation to
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Shaka Phillips, known as ‘Concrete Man’, a 21-year-old labourer of Amelia’s Ward, Linden, has been remanded to prison after being charged with the murder of 26-year-old teacher Jenel Pollydore. Phillips was arrested on Sunday last, hours after the crime, and appeared on Thursday before Senior Magistrate Rondel Weaver at the Linden Magistrate’s Court. The matter
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Four days after Lakeram Rambhujue, a 20-year-old speedboat captain and father, was brutally beaten with a piece of wood, he succumbed to his injuries on Thursday at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC). The incident occurred on Sunday night in Puruni, Region Seven, where Lakeram lived and worked. His brother, Karan Rambhujue, told the News
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One of the world’s most iconic quick-service restaurant brands is set to make its debut in Guyana. Wendy’s®, known globally for its square hamburgers, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, chicken nuggets, and iconic Frosty™ treats, has announced that its first local outlet will open in August 2025. The move comes through a new franchise agreement between The
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(NBC) Pro wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, whose charisma and shirt-ripping showmanship brought professional wrestling to new heights of mainstream popularity, died Thursday in Florida, officials said. He was 71. Clearwater police and firefighters rushed to his home to answer a “cardiac arrest” call at 9:51 a.m., according to a city statement. First responders then took
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Marine traffic in Guyana has quadrupled with rapid growth in the past five years. President Dr. Irfaan Ali, during a recent business mixer held by the Shipping Association of Guyana, said he has a legislative plan to meet the demands of this growth. The President announced major reforms to revolutionise Guyana’s shipping industry, including the
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Guyana has switched to the 9-valent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, offering greater protection and improved cancer prevention. This monumental healthcare advancement was launched on Wednesday at the Diamond Regional Hospital. Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony said the vaccine is safe, effective, and longer-lasting compared to the one previously distributed. “It protects against nine of the
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Grandmaster Samy Shoker is on a three-day visit to Guyana as part of a promotional tour from July 23-25. GM Shoker is being hosted by the Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) and will be putting his skills to the test in a simultaneous chess exhibition against some of Guyana’s best and strongest players. This exciting event
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