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The Guyanese Christian community is preparing to lead the nation in a powerful evening of worship and unity at the One Guyana Worship Experience, to be held on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence. This landmark event is a testament to Guyana’s deep-rooted spiritual identity, bringing together believers across denominations in
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Guyanese are being called upon to proudly display the national flag—the Golden Arrowhead—on their homes, at events, and in public spaces as part of Flag Days, a national movement that underscores patriotism and the protection of Guyana’s sovereignty, says Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton. The Ministry of Labour held a brief ceremony on Friday to
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In a time when self-care and wellness are more important than ever, Le Mandala is offering a refreshing approach to yoga — one that is inclusive of individuals on the autism spectrum, those with physical disabilities, and anyone seeking mental, emotional, and spiritual balance, regardless of religion or ability. At the heart of this movement
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  A house located at Lot 155, Gibraltar Village, Region Six, was completely destroyed by fire on Thursday night, leaving two people homeless. Junior Jonas, 51, a part-time government worker at the Fyrish Neighbourhood Democratic Council, occupied the upper flat of the two-storey wooden house, which featured two bedrooms. His nephew-in-law resided in the lower
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Media professionals and students from Guyana and across the region are engaged in a two-day Media Summit hosted by the Media Institute of the Caribbean (MIC) in collaboration with the University of Guyana (UG) and the Guyana Press Association (GPA). The event is seen as an urgent call to action for journalists and media owners
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Ahead of Venezuela’s attempts to conduct condemned elections for the Governor of Guyana’s Essequibo region, a Parliamentary motion was proposed on Friday to reaffirm the country’s sovereignty over its internationally recognised territory. Foreign Affairs Minister Hugh Todd, who moved the motion, emphatically told the House that this motion is a necessary reaffirmation of Guyana’s sovereignty.
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Abiola Jackman has made history for Guyanese boxing, becoming the first boxer from the nation, male or female, to win a gold medal at the Americas Boxing Confederation (AMBC) Elite Championships.  Jackman secured the historic victory on Thursday evening in Ecuador, delivering a commanding performance in the final of the Women’s 81kg division. She faced
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President Dr. Irfaan Ali met with the organisers of the Kares One Guyana T10 Tapeball Blast at State House to outline significant plans for the tournament’s third year, which will see a substantial expansion in scope and participation. The upcoming edition is set to feature a remarkable 80 teams, a considerable increase designed to broaden
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A star-studded line-up of veteran footballers is set for a nostalgic showdown this Sunday as the Oliver Hinckson Memorial Knockout Over-40 Football Tournament takes centre stage at the GFF Artificial Turf, National Training Centre in Providence. Organised by Thomas United Masters, the one-day event on May 25 promises a blend of memories and competitive action.
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Over 286 athletes, including returning US-based scholarship holders, will compete at the ninth edition of the Guyana Overseas-Based Sports Association (GOBSA) Independence Track and Field Classic on May 24 at the National Track and Field Facility, West Coast Demerara. The meet, David Thomas’s brainchild, promises a full day of competition, scheduled to commence promptly at
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