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Global footwear icon BATA is making a stylish return to the Guyanese market with the opening of its flagship store at Giftland Mall, East Coast Demerara. This exciting re-entry marks the revival of a beloved brand that holds deep sentimental value for many Guyanese. The relaunch not only rekindles those nostalgic connections but also introduces
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[BBC] – Out of 186 countries, only Guyana produces enough food to self-sufficiently feed all its citizens without foreign imports, according to new research. The study, published in Nature Food, investigated how well each country could feed their populations in seven food groups: fruits, vegetables, dairy, fish, meat, plant-based protein and starchy staples. Worldwide, the study found
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Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday said there is no special treatment for any group, and sought to debunk claims that the government is embracing more Chinese businesses and operations than any other group. At his weekly press conference, Jagdeo debunked claims that the Chinese are dominating quarry and sand production activities. He acknowledged
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Businessman – 39-year-old Randy Jagdeo of Alexander Village – has been charged with inciting persons to commit treason, following a controversial Facebook post and inflammatory signage at his retail business. The charge stems from an alleged violation under Section 314 of the Criminal Law Offences Act, Chapter 8:01. Jagdeo was arrested on Wednesday by detectives
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Anthony Drayton has emerged victorious in Guyana’s inaugural Chess 960 Freestyle Tournament, recently held at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre in Georgetown. The event, hosted by the Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) and sponsored by Brava Solutions, introduced a creative variation of classical chess. Drayton, a familiar face at the top of the podium, played
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Gulf Valve and Piping proudly handed a sponsorship cheque to the University of Guyana Trojans. The contribution will enable the team to participate in a highly anticipated basketball exchange in St. Lucia from June 2 to 9. The Trojans, known for their dedication and competitive spirit, will represent Guyana internationally, fostering camaraderie and athletic development
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Years after they were sentenced to death and long after their appeals were filed, attorney Nigel Hughes is pressing the Court of Appeal to continue hearing the case of two Bartica massacre convicts, despite their deaths. Hughes’s efforts are particularly focused on Mark Royden Williams, called “Smallie,” whose name he hopes can be cleared and
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Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo on Thursday lamented the amount of fake medical supplies and drugs, and expired goods imported and distributed locally. To curb this issue, he said there should be much stronger enforcement efforts from the Government Analyst-Food and Drug Department (GA-FDD). “They (the GA-FDD) really need to step up on this… this
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Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo slammed Venezuela’s attempts to hold an election for Guyana’s Essequibo region on Sunday, a move he says is being pursued by the Nicolas Maduro administration to “deflect” from issues in the Spanish-speaking nation. “Venezuela will go ahead with it because this is Maduro’s way of deflecting from all of his
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Guyana will celebrate its 59th Independence anniversary on Monday, and Vice President, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, said outlining the government’s vision for the country’s development will be a key part of the celebrations. President Dr. Irfaan Ali will give the customary independence address in Albion, Region Six (East Berbice- Corentyne); Jagdeo said this is part of
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