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Opener Evin Lewis blitzed 96 as the West Indies hammered England by eight wickets in the first one-day international in Antigua. The Trinidadian led from the front, striking five fours and eight sixes in his 69-ball innings, driving his side to within sight of their target at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, falling shortly before
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Boxing fans are gearing up for an action-packed night on November 22, as US-based Guyanese Elton Dharry returns to the ring to headline an exciting Pro/Am card at the National Stadium tarmac. Dharry, known for his fierce style and unyielding drive, is set to electrify the hometown crowd in a high-stakes bantamweight bout that promises
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ENet, Guyana’s industry-defining telecommunications provider, has been recognised as the Fastest Mobile and Fiber Networks in Guyana by Ookla, the global authority in network intelligence and connectivity insights. Doug Suttles, CEO of Ookla, commented, “The Speedtest Awards, presented by Ookla, are an elite designation reserved for the fastest and top-performing fixed broadband and mobile operators
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DIWALI GREETINGS FROM THE PNCR/APNU: The PNCR/APNU coalition extends Diwali Greetings to the entire Guyanese nation, especially our Hindu brothers and sisters. On this occasion, we thought it best to provide some notes on Diwali for the benefit of those who wish to know more about the observance. The information is provided by our Member
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See below the full statement issued : The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) extends its warmest greetings to all Guyanese, particularly the Hindu  community, on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, the festival of lights.  Diwali holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, representing the triumph of good over evil, light over  darkness, and hope over despair. It
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The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) will resume its monthly Under-16 Championship on Saturday, November 2 at the Andrew ‘Six Head’ Lewis gym in Albouystown. The initiative, dubbed The Pepsi Michael Parris competition, is staged twice per month and is the backbone of the entity’s developmental strategy. The event is expected to feature boxers from the
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Motorsports enthusiasts have an exciting event to look forward to as the ENet Caribbean Clash of Champions returns, promising an action-packed day with over 80 competitors ready to compete. This year, the event will see a record-breaking representation from TEAM CAMS, bringing 19 drivers to the track. Adding to the international flavour, the Mazda Miata
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With the aid of technology, Demerara Bank’s loans and advances soars to $95.36 billion, accounting for 38% of banking sector lending over the last twelve (12) months. The bank also maintained its exemplary record of zero non-performing loans.   See below the full statement issued:  Demerara Bank Limited (DBL) announced its consolidated financial performance for
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See below the full statement issued by PResident Dr. Irfaan Ali: On behalf of the Government and the people of Guyana, the First Lady and I extend warmest greetings to all Guyanese, especially our Hindu brothers and sisters, on the auspicious occasion of Diwali. This luminous festival, celebrated by Hindus around the world, holds a
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Agencies that fall under the Ministry of Home Affairs will be automated by August 2025, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo said on Wednesday. Speaking at his usual press conference at Freedom House in Georgetown, Jagdeo, also General Secretary of the governing PPP/C, shared how this move will help to guard against corruption and ensure greater
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