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Cricket West Indies press release Cricket West Indies (CWI) is pleased to confirm that Dr. Kishore Shallow has been nominated unopposed as President of CWI to serve a second consecutive term. Vice-President Azim Bassarath, has also been nominated unopposed. The term will officially commence on March 29, 2025, at CWI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) in
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(Reuters) – The Trump administration said on Tuesday it was ending a license that the U.S. has granted to U.S. oil producer Chevron since 2022 to operate in Venezuela and export its oil, after Washington accused President Nicolas Maduro of not making progress on electoral reforms and migrant returns. Chevron will have through April 3 to wind down
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Blazon Hotels, a prominent luxury hospitality brand managing an exclusive portfolio of hotels across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Enso Innovations Inc., a leading construction company based in Toronto, Canada, to develop a sustainable luxury hotel in the heart of Georgetown, Guyana. This visionary project, supported by
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The Ministry of Labour launched a new mobile application called SkillsConnect on Tuesday, a move that will help job seekers engage organisations searching for workers. The app, which was designed by the National Data Management Authority, allows job seekers to browse available jobs while employers can advertise skills needed. It also allows for direct communication
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India held their nerve to reach the Champions Trophy final with a four-wicket victory over Australia in Dubai. Chasing 265, Virat Kohli compiled a typically composed 84 after the loss of captain Rohit Sharma and fellow opener Shubman Gill inside the first eight overs. Kohli – the master of such chases – looked to be
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A nine-month-old baby boy died on Sunday after a motorcar collided with the electric bike he was being carried on. Dead is Eli Surujnarine. Police Headquarters said the accident occurred at about 18:30 hrs on the Line Path Public Road, Corentyne, Berbice. The baby’s father, 17-year-old Tushan Surujnarine was riding the electric cycle at the
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See below the full message from the Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony:  On World Obesity Day 2025, Guyana joins the global community in raising awareness about the increasing prevalence of obesity and its impact on public health. This day is observed under the theme, ‘Changing Systems, Healthier Lives’. With obesity and related Non-Communicable Diseases
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Those who love the colorful and vibrant festival Phagwah will be delighted to know that the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha’s much loved Pre-Phagwah Mela “Rang Rasiya” is set for Saturday, March 8th at the Dharmic Rama Krishna School tarmac, which adjoins the Giftland Mall Parking Lot. An event that offers a culinary feast, beautiful and
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Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha commenced the Holi season with two beautiful Chowtaal Samelans in Guyana and the USA. The USA Praant’s Chowtaal Samelan attracted a large gathering at the Prem Bhakti Mandir, and featured a number of Gols, songs and dances. In Guyana, President Dr. Vindhya Vasini Persaud and Executives of the Guyana Hindu Dharmic
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The Vurlon Mills Football Academy Inc. (VMFA) coordinated the KFC sponsored Under-8 and Under-10 Challenge Series on March 1, 2025, at the Saints Ground Carifesta Avenue, Georgetown. It was deemed a major success with over 160 young footballers, ages 6 to 10 years old, participating in a 16-team competition, with eight U-8 teams and eight
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