Articles from Stabroek News (571)
Guyana’s Women’s rugby team set to make triumphant return to regional competition
Guyana’s women’s rugby team is set for a long-awaited comeback this month as they prepare to compete in Trinidad and Tobago, ending nearly a decade away
Mobil opens US$5.2M Tuschen service station
Mobil has commissioned its newest service station at Tuschen, West Coast Demerara; constructed at a cost of US$5.2 million and completed in nine months.
Region Ten at a standstill
Dear Editor, I write today not just as an activist, but as a son of Region 10 who deeply cares about our people, our progress, and our dignity. It pains
Greenwich Park residents fearful over bee infestation
Residents of Greenwich Park, East Bank Essequibo are urgently appealing for help with a persistent bee infestation at one home which poses a threat to
Sparendaam area raid nets quantity of ganja, arrests made
Police in Regional Police Division 4 ‘C’ conducted an operation on Saturday in the Sparendaam station district where a quantity of cannabis was found and
Business support partnership hosts growth seminar for small and emerging firms
A collaboration among ActionINVEST Caribbean Inc (ACI), the World Trade Centre Georgetown (WTCG), the Institute of Private Enterprise Development (IPED)
Two reported killed in Linden-Soesdyke collision
Police last evening were investigating an incident on the Linden-Soesdyke Highway, which resulted in two people reportedly being killed and five others
Deafening silence from the Guyana Government against the backdrop of US-Venezuela military mobilization
Dear Editor, In recent weeks, President Dr. Irfaan Ali has led a visible drive to promote industrialization and expand Guyana’s trade and development
Pouderoyen, Uitvlugt win in West Dem Year-end football playoffs
Pouderoyen and Uitvlugt recorded contrasting victories when the West Demerara Football Association Yearend Playoffs continued at the Den Amstel Ground.
President among regional leaders in solidarity visit to Jamaica
President Irfaan Ali is among several CARICOM Heads of Government who arrived in Jamaica this morning as part of a high-level Goodwill Mission undertaking
Logger killed by falling tree branch
A 63-year-old logger died on Saturday after a tree branch fell and struck him at a logging concession located 43 Miles, Mabura Road, Upper Demerara River.
vGafoor claims top honours at Carmen Gonsalves Memorial Scrabble Tournament
Moen Gafoor emerged as the standout performer on Saturday when the Guyana Association of Scrabble Players (GASP) hosted the Carmen Gonsalves Memorial
EU Election Observation Mission presents final report
The EU Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) to Guyana 2025 led by Chief Observer Robert Biedroń has returned to Guyana to present its Final Report on the
UK court ruling on Brazil dam collapse
On Friday, in a landmark ruling that should be taken note of here, BHP of Australia was held liable by the UK High Court for the 2015 collapse of a dam
Trinidad PM welcomes US Marines
(Trinidad Guardian) A week of military exercises featuring soldiers of the TT Regiment and the US Marine Corps’ 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) began
Chile vote propels far-right Kast to runoff against leftist Jara
SANTIAGO, (Reuters) - Far-right candidate Jose Antonio Kast is favoured to clinch a runoff victory next month despite lagging slightly behind governing
Trump lifts tariffs on T&T fertilisers after high-level talks
(Trinidad Guardian) T&T will now enjoy zero tariffs on critical agricultural exports to the United States following a decision by US President Donald
Trinidad husband and wife shot dead in home
(Trinidad Express) A husband and wife were shot and killed before daybreak today after gunmen stormed their home along Penal Rock Road. Dead are Rafeak
Thousands in Philippine capital hold second day of anti-graft protests
MANILA, (Reuters) - More than 200,000 protesters turned out today for the second day of an anti-graft rally in the Philippines, demanding accountability
Bangladesh’s ousted PM Hasina sentenced to death for students crackdown
DHAKA, (Reuters) - A Bangladesh court sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death today, concluding a months-long trial that found her guilty
Some National Guard troops being withdrawn from Chicago and Portland, officials say
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Pentagon is withdrawing some National Guard troops from Chicago and Portland, weeks after President Donald Trump deployed them
Chase Academy, West Ruimveldt, Three Mile tally easy wins
Republic Bank School Football Defending champion Chase Academy, West Ruimveldt, and Three Mile recorded lopsided wins when the Republic Bank Secondary
Justice Isaacs-Marcus defers ruling on injunction sought by Wallace Daniels over mining at Toroparu
Justice Sherdel Isaacs-Marcus on Tuesday deferred a decision on an application for an interim injunction against the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission
On the issue of obtaining maximum benefits from our sand resources
By Ulric Trotz Ulric (Neville) Trotz was formerly the Deputy Director & Science Adviser, Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre, Belmopan, Belize
YMCA thumps Spaniards in ExxonMobil Guyana Futsal
Defending champion YMCA stormed into the elimination round with a 6-2 drubbing of Spaniards when the group stage round in the ExxonMobil Guyana Futsal
English’s appointment as civil society convener under GYEITI invalid – transparency body
The Transparency Institute of Guyana Inc (TIGI) has said that the appointment of Ivor English as Civil Society Convenor under the Extractive Industries
Ahead of Hasina court verdict, son warns of Bangladesh violence if party ban stays
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The son and adviser of ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said on Sunday that supporters of her Awami League would block
In Trinidad: Lifesport Fund tied to Dana’s hit Dana Seetahal killing…
(Trinidad Express) Ruth Marchan not only revealed the dark underbelly of the LifeSport programme to police investigators; she also provided information
The Brazilian Green Dwarf coconut will be a boon to the industry
Dear Editor, Great indeed it is that Guyana is really pushing ‘coconut expansion’ in the Pomeroon. I read that the “Government is introducing a high-yield
Guyana defeats Jamaica to seal historic Centrobasket berth
FIBA CBC Women’s Championship - finish 2nd overall to USVI History was created last evening as Guyana punched their ticket to the 2026 Centrobasket
Netanyahu faces far-right backlash after US-backed statement on Palestinian state
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday Israel remained opposed to a Palestinian state after protests by far-right
How the Cost of Living is affecting people Part 155
Interviews and photos by Subhana Shiwmangal Stabroek News spoke to members of the public in North Timehri, East Bank Demerara on Wednesday about the
Russia says its forces advance in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia said on Sunday its forces had moved forward sharply in Ukraine’s southeastern Zaporizhzhia region, taking two settlements as
Mobil faced three bomb threats after Regent Street blast
Mobil Guyana faced three separate bomb threats in a single day, just days after the deadly October 26 explosion at its Regent and King streets service
Region One cops recover illegal gun following altercation
Police in Region One (Barima-Waini) have recovered an illegal .22 pistol following an incident in Mabaruma, North West District. According to a police
The PPP has a self-serving interest in the city of Georgetown
Dear Editor, The Government of Guyana is desperately attempting to position itself as the saviour of Georgetown through its so-called “Georgetown
Melissa leaves disabled struggling for survival
(Jamaica Gleaner) Behind the visible destruction left by Hurricane Melissa lies another unfolding tragedy for Jamaica’s disabled, as residents in the
Etwaroo reaffirms support for Cricket Gear Project benefiting young Guyanese players
USA-based Guyanese businessman, Ravi Etwaroo, has once again thrown his support behind the “Cricket Gear for Young and Promising Cricketers in Guyana”
Cops probing break in at Hampton Court home
Police in Regional Division # 2 are investigating a break and enter and larceny committed on the house of a 51-year-old Businessman of Hampton Court,
Tough talk at GuyExpo
Dear Editor It was tough talking during the featured address at the opening of GuyExpo. The riot act was read to gold producers about illegalities; new
Vendors behind Demico House served with notice to remove by today
A 73-year-old beverage vendor, who has plied his trade at the side of the road and pavement behind Demico House on Brickdam, Georgetown for the past 38
Mechanization necessary for GuySuCo to deliver – Panday
Guyana Sugar Corporation’s (GuySuCo) management will fail to deliver the measurable results as per President Irfaan Ali’s recent ultimatum if nearly
DR power company set for work in Guyana
-even as questions remain unanswered Representatives from Dominican Republic company InterEnergy will be in Guyana this week to commence mobilization
Bike cops up presence on Sheriff St
As the Guyana Police Force continues its Christmas policing posture, an increased presence will be visible on Sheriff Street daily, the GPF said
Stabroek vendors glad for improvements, unhappy at increased stall rates
Vendors at Stabroek Market have expressed mixed reactions following recent improvements by the Ministry of Local Government and the City Council. While
West Siderz marks 15th anniversary with spectacular Chutney Throwback Concert
West Siderz Entertainment is set to close out 2025 in spectacular fashion as it celebrates 15 years in the entertainment industry. On Saturday, December
Trump says US may open talks with Venezuela’s Maduro
(Reuters) - President Donald Trump said today that the United States may open talks with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who faces escalating
Dealing with scary suicidal thoughts
“The first time I thought of it I was scared. I could not believe that something like that would enter my mind. Like why? But after the first time it
President says real time monitoring of projects coming
-rejects APNU accusations over Auditor General’s report Rejecting opposition claims over the 2024 Auditor General’s Report, President Irfaan Ali
Appointment of Mr English as Civil Society Convenor under GYEITI is null and void
Dear Editor, The Transparency Institute of Guyana Inc. (TIGI) hereby seeks to add a degree of clarity to the public revelations concerning the Extractive
National Junior Chess Champion Kyle Couchman aims to achieve his big dreams
At 15 years old, National Junior Chess Champion Kyle Couchman has become Guyana’s first junior player to achieve his aim of crossing the 2000 Elo rating
BritCham, Maxi Priest charity auction raises £21,035 for Jamaica hurricane relief
The British Chamber of Commerce Guyana (BritCham Guyana) has partnered with international artist Maxi Priest to host a charity auction during its business
Gov’t invites proposals for urea plant
The Government of Guyana is inviting proposals for the design, engineering, construction and operating of an ammonia/urea plant to be located at Wales,
Bids being invited for Versailles to Parika four-lane highway
The Government of Guyana is inviting bids for a four-lane highway between Versailles, West Bank Demerara to Parika, East Bank Essequibo. This will be the
Illegal daycare on Robb St shut
City public health officials on Friday uncovered a number of serious health and safety violations at an illegal daycare reportedly operated by
The value of life
Our planet is a massive and complex facet of the universe that is constantly metamorphosing. Despite this fact, there never seems to be enough space in it
After two decades in the classroom, mother of four graduates from CPCE with distinction
By Telehsa Ramnarine Shondell Ferguson-Blackett, a 43-year-old educator originally from Plaisance, East Coast Demerara, has achieved a personal academic
Rediscovering Rice Paper
Listen to this article: Rice paper is one of those ingredients that feels magical — thin, translucent sheets that transform simple fillings into
Chicago International Film Festival Dispatch: Film on film in ‘Jay Kelly’ and ‘Sentimental Value’
In poetry, the “Ars Poetica” is a kind of poem that examines the role of the poet and poetry. It is a deliberately self-referential form, inviting poets
Trinidad Chief Justice pledges faster rulings
(Trinidad Express) Chief Justice Ronnie Boodoosingh has vowed to push for a more “efficient, high-performing Judiciary” as he warned that citizens are
The great perhaps
Sometimes, not often enough I suppose, amidst the ordinary joys and tribulations of everyday living – the problems of planning for the immediate future,
The ECT Act 2023 – Where electronic communications are considered dispatched and received
Today, we examine section 28 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 2023 (the ECT Act), which regulates the place where electronic
Maduro: Trinidad-US military drills ‘threaten Caribbean peace’
(Trinidad Guardian) Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is warning that Trinidad and Tobago’s joint military drills with the United States could “threaten
Climate protesters swelter in Brazilian sun outside COP30 summit
BELEM, Brazil, (Reuters) - Thousands of climate protesters marched through the Brazilian city of Belem yesterday in a noisy, diverse and peaceful display
World chess champion Dommaraju out of contention in 2025 world cup
After four rounds of intense and serious competition, approximately half of the field had said their goodbyes in the tricky 2025 FIDE Chess World Cup
The impending fall of Pokrovsk
Pokrovsk, a town in north-east Ukraine in the Donetsk region, has long been surrounded by Russian troops and the noose has been tightening. It is reported
‘The Colour of Race’ for NCC under ‘Write to Stage’ series
Theatre returns to the National Cultural Centre tonight with the performance of the dramatic play “The Colour of Race” written and directed by Sonia
Gov’t mum on US-sanctioned Mae Toussaint Jr Thomas
Authorities in government and the ruling PPP are mum about the whereabouts of former United States-sanctioned Perma-nent Secretary Mae Toussaint Jr Thomas
Senior teacher by day, security officer by night, Djanada Charles all set for UG graduation
By Telesha Ramnarine Djanada Charles had always wanted to attend university. The mountainous challenges that came along after she was finally accepted at
Gov’t agencies crack down on illegal mining in Ireng area
A multi-agency operation on Thursday targeted illegal mining in the Ireng area in southern Guyana and saw the destruction of equipment and arrest of
Smugglers overpower GRA officers at No.43 Village, retake seized vessel
-four men arrested Smugglers on Thursday morning overpowered GRA officers at No. 43 Village and retook possession of a seized vessel with uncustomed
Chevron says it expects upside to current estimated oil resource in Guyana
HOUSTON, (Reuters) - Chevron (CVX.N), said on Wednesday it expects that a prolific oilfield in Guyana could hold more than the current estimate of 11
Jamaicans shocked at brazen attack which left two cops dead
(Jamaica Gleaner) Residents along Waltham Park Road in St Andrew say the two policemen “never stood a chance” in Thursday night’s deadly ambush,
Virgin Islands overpower Suriname 84-33 to claim second straight win
FIBA Caribbean Women’s Championship The Virgin Islands continued their impressive start to the FIBA Caribbean Women’s Championship, securing back-to-back
Kingston/Tiger Bay first up in plan to improve city
President Irfaan Ali last evening convened a meeting with the recently formed multi agency team, which was assembled earlier this month to develop
Avent targets cleaner execution as Guyana turns focus to Suriname after 78–54 loss
Guyana’s head coach Kenny Avent says today’s clash against Suriname will require sharper ball-handling, improved rebounding, and a more disciplined
Congo, M23 sign framework agreement for peace deal in Qatar
DOHA, (Reuters) - The Democratic Republic of Congo and the M23 rebel group signed today in Qatar a framework agreement for a peace deal aimed at ending
President Ali congratulates Guyana’s first-ever Bodybuilding World Champion, Rosanna Fung
Guyana’s historic sporting moment was celebrated at the highest level yesterday when President Dr. Irfaan Ali welcomed newly crowned world champion
Saving Georgetown
Dear Editor, Over time words and phrases in a language undergo changes, and sometimes current conditions distort the original meaning of certain words and
MVP Sports Girls U11 football kicks off today
The 2025 MVP Sports Girls Under-11 Football Competition kicks off today at the Ministry of Education Ground. The tournament officially opens with a March
DPP orders inquest into death of man allegedly stabbed by wife
The Director of Public Prosecutions has ordered that an inquest be held into the death of 25-year-old Akeem Evans, who was allegedly stabbed to death by
Lewis aims for top-two finish as Green Machine prepares for RAN 7s campaign
Guyana’s Green Machine will enter the upcoming RAN’s 7 campaign with a clear target, finishing among the top two and pushing for the championship title.
New consortium offering rapidly built modular homes
AHS Group, a consortium offering a “modular” housing system in Guyana, had its official launch at the 2025 GUYEXPO yesterday at the Sophia Exhibition
Bumrah routs South Africa to give India upper hand
(Reuters) - India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah produced a five-wicket haul to help rout South Africa for 159 and put the hosts in the box seat on day
Prashad Nagar cyclist, 69, died in Vlissengen Rd accident
The cyclist who died in Thursday’s accident on Vlissengen Road has been identified as 69-year-old George Benjamin of Prashad Nagar. The accident occurred
Power problem at GuyExpo due to overloading, internal electrical fault – GPL
The Guyana Power and Light Inc. (GPL) yesterday said that an electrical incident that occurred on Thursday night at the GuyExpo opening was a result of
Critical that Guyana’s global climate advocacy is reflected in our domestic governance practices
Dear Editor, Guyana’s strong positioning at COP30 - where the country continues to highlight its status as a net carbon sink, a pioneer in carbon finance,
How Indigenous Peoples will drive progress at COP30
By Sonia Guajajara BELÉM – This year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, has been eagerly awaited worldwide. A COP in the
Trump officials hold meetings on Venezuela as military tensions rise
WASHINGTON, (Reuters) - Senior Trump administration officials have held three meetings at the White House this week to discuss options for possible
Vending and traffic management policies in Georgetown lack integration
Dear Editor, Georgetown, the capital of Guyana, is the beating heart of the nation’s commercial life. From Water Street to Regent Street, Robb Street, and
GDF honours veterans
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on Thursday, November 13, 2025, paid tribute to the nation’s veterans at its Annual Veterans Day Wreath-Laying Ceremony,
Babar breaks century drought to help Pakistan clinch series
(ESPNcricinfo)- Babar Azam hit his first international century in more than two years, as Pakistan’s senior batters made light work of chasing down the
ANSA McAL selling two Barbados companies
(Trinidad Guardian)T&T’s publicly listed, diversified group, ANSA McAL, announced yesterday that it had entered into an agreement to sell its majority
Trinidad defence force, US Marines to conduct more joint exercises next week
(Trinidad Guardian) Foreign and Caricom Affairs Minister Sean Sobers says members of the Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force will take part in joint
Judge rules against GRA in Mohamed luxury vehicles case
-says post-clearance assessments not permitted, appeal to be filed Justice Gino Persaud yesterday ruled in favour of Azruddin Mohamed that the GRA could
St Ignatius man dies in motorbike accident
Police in Regional Division # 9 are investigating a fatal accident which occurred on Thursday at about 1 pm on the Barrack Retreat Corridor, Lethem. The
Chairman: CAL dropping routes, filling vacancies
(Trinidad Express) State-owned carrier Caribbean Airlines Ltd (CAL) expects to soon fill several vacancies created by a wave of resignations earlier this
Demeritte leads Bahamas to 88-56 defeat of Jamaica
CBC Women’s Championship The Bahamas produced a dominant performance to defeat Jamaica 88–56 last night in Match 6 of the FIBA Caribbean Women’s
In memory of
One of the greatest tragedies and injustices this country witnessed this year was the death of Adriana Younge. Her name should never be forgotten and the
Ministry reviewing national school feeding programme
The Ministry of Education yesterday said that it is currently conducting a full review of the National School Feeding Program-me to ensure that the
Ali’s ideas will transform all but the 48% stuck in poverty
Dear Editor, President Irfaan Ali earlier this week unveiled an ambitious vision to transform Guyana’s abundant gas resources into engines of economic
Hydropower plant commissioned at Kato
Prime Minister Mark Phillips yesterday commissioned a 0.15 MW Hydropower Plant in Kato, Region 8 (Potaro-Siparuni). A release from his office said that
Bibi Ramtillack, Lakeram Bissessar win $1m each in Massy Gas promotion
Massy Gas Products (Guyana) Ltd., hosted its grand prize-giving ceremony for the Mega Millions Promotion on Friday, November 7, 2025, announcing a total
ALBA warns US military buildup could destabilise Caribbean
(Trinidad Guardian) The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA-TCP) has condemned the recent military buildup by the United States in
Trump withdraws support for longtime ally Marjorie Taylor Greene
PALM BEACH, Florida, (Reuters) - President Donald Trump withdrew his endorsement of Republican lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene yesterday, citing her
Jairam shines unbeaten as GCF hosts Special Education Needs Chess Tournament
The Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) continued its drive to expand the sport’s reach with the successful staging of a Special Education Needs (SEN) Chess
West Indies Under-19s ready for England challenge
(CWI) ST JOHN’S, Antigua - The West Indies Under-19 team opens a new chapter in their World Cup preparation when they take on England in a seven-match
Switzerland wins US tariff rate cut to 15%, pledges $200 billion in US investments
ZURICH, (Reuters) - The United States and Switzerland announced a framework trade agreement yesterday that includes Washington slashing its tariffs on
Man remanded over attempted murder of brother-in-law
A Blygezeight Gardens man was yesterday charged with attempting to murder his brother-in-law and was remanded. The accused, Enoch Watson appeared at the
Norway loses oilfields appeal case, but output not affected for now
OSLO, (Reuters) - A Norwegian appeals court ruled yesterday that three offshore oilfield development permits issued by the government were invalid due to
The demanding authority and or High Contracting Party shall pay all costs or expenses incurred in any extradition proceeding
Dear Editor, According to 18 U.S. Code § 3195 - Payment of fees and costs (last updated January 2024: Reference Westlaw and LII Cornell University): “All
Caribbean countries to hold slavery reparations talks on UK visit
LONDON, (Reuters) - A delegation from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) reparations commission will hold talks this week with officials and politicians
Man remanded over two counts of armed robbery
A D’Urban Backlands labourer was yesterday remanded after being charged with two counts of robbery under arms. The accused, 20-year-old Antonio Lawrence
A bizarre vehicular transaction with horrific ending
Dear Editor, It has to be wondered what goes through the mind of people, that you would rent a car to an underage, unlicensed person, knowing this to be
Stock Exchange
GSE (https://guyanastockexchangeinc.com/telephone Nº 223-6175/6) reports that session 1146’s trading results showed consideration of $161,317,715 from
Maria Blucher’s indomitable drive and determination to succeed should serve as an inspiration for every student and educator in Guyana
Dear Editor, I compliment Stabroek News for the article of November 7 (credited to a release from the University of Guyana) about the truly outstanding
Are Caribbean governments undermining the democratic rights of their citizens under international pressure?
Dear Editor, The looming extradition of Azruddin and Nazar Mohamed from Guyana to the United States, alongside the decade-long saga of Jack Warner’s
Alcaraz clinches year-end top spot with ATP Finals win over Musetti
TURIN, Italy, (Reuters) - Carlos Alcaraz clinched the year-end world number one ranking and secured top spot in the Jimmy Connors Group with a 6-4 6-1 win
AAG selects 11-member squad for Islamic Solidarity Games
The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) has selected an 11-member roster for the 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia, with
After 15 years our airport remains incomplete
Dear Editor, In 2010 with financial loan from China, renovation / extension on our Cheddi Jagan International Airport began. Today, fifteen (15) years
Tourism Village, 270 exhibitors on show at GuyExpo 2025
GuyExpo 2025 opened last evening at the National Exhibition Centre with a lively blend of culture, cuisine, and commerce as large crowds turned out to
The 1931 Extradition Treaty and subsequent agreements between the US and the UK do not encompass the territory that was then British Guiana
Dear Editor, I hold no brief for the incoming Leader of the Opposition, Mr. Azruddin Mohamed, but what is most concerning today is the answer to the
BHP liable for 2015 Brazil dam collapse, UK court rules in mammoth lawsuit
LONDON, (Reuters) - BHP BHP.AX is liable for the 2015 collapse of a dam in southeastern Brazil, London's High Court ruled today, in a lawsuit the
Guyana thrashed by USVI 54-78 on night two
FIBA Women’s Caribbean Basketball Hosts Guyana suffered their first loss in the FIBA Women’s Caribbean Championship as they went down 54-78 to the United
City, gov’t in major rehab of Stabroek Market
The Georgetown Mayor and City Council (M&CC) and the Government of Guyana, through the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development, have
IPL auction set to take place on December 16 in Abu Dhabi
(ESPN) The 2026 IPL auction will take place on December 16 in Abu Dhabi. This will be the third successive year when the IPL auction is being held
Islington man dies in accident
A man identified as Daniel North of Islington, East Bank Berbice died last evening after he was involved in an accident. According to a video viewed by
Judge rules against GRA in Mohamed Lamborghini case
Justice Gino Persaud today ruled that the GRA had no power to embark on post-clearance assessments as it relates to a Lamborghini imported by businessman
This new PPP/C gov’t has me thinking of voting for the cup
Dear Editor, The unbelievable is happening in Guyana, and it is more than overwhelming. How about extraordinary! It is enough for me to vote PPP, if I
Cyclist crushed to death on Vlissengen Rd
An unidentified cyclist was crushed to death by a truck on Vlissengen Road yesterday afternoon. Superintendent and Regional Divisional Officer, Ron
After more than two decades the Human Rights Commission still does not exist in law or in practice
Dear Editor, Recent reports indicate that the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, led by Minister Gail Teixeira, has launched yet another
Wismar woman charged with manslaughter
Oyanna Stewart, 28 years, unemployed of Lot 158 Block 22, Wismar Linden was arrested on November 10, 2025, and later charged with the manslaughter of
South Africa bat first v India but Rabada out with injury
KOLKATA, India, (Reuters) - South Africa captain Temba Bavuma elected to bat after winning the toss for the opening test against India today, but the
The US passport isn’t ‘all powerful’ as I once thought it to be
Dear Editor, As I travel throughout Asia, I’ve come to realize something surprising: the American passport — once believed to be the almighty passport —
BritCham Guyana hosts forum in London to boost UK/Guyana trade
Government officials, private-sector leaders, and investors from the United Kingdom, Guyana, and the Caribbean diaspora, gathered last Thursday at Chelsea
In solidarity with the striking sugar workers of the Albion/Port Mourant Estate
Dear Editor, As a fellow trade unionist, I stand in full solidarity with the hardworking men and women of the Albion/Port Mourant Estate who have taken
City Chamber forum highlights pathways for resilient business growth
Business growth in uncertain times requires discipline, preparedness, and strategic focus. That was the message from keynote speaker Komal Samaroo as the
World oil market faces even larger 2026 surplus, IEA says
LONDON, (Reuters) - The global oil market faces an even bigger surplus next year of as much as 4.09 million barrels per day as OPEC+ producers and rivals
YMCA A, Hard-knocks, Bombers storm to lopsided wins
Defending champion YMCA A, Hard-knocks, and Bombers recorded comfortable victories when the New Era Entertainment-coordinated ExxonMobil Guyana Futsal
Guyana aims to be largest agro-processing economy in hemisphere – Ali
-lists six pillars to `shock-proof’ country At the launch of the 2025 GUYEXPO yesterday, President Irfaan Ali said that Guyana aims to become the largest
Glasgow urges youth to ‘keep working and believing’ after historic Nations League and Sportsman of the Year honours
Golden Jaguars forward Omari Glasgow has urged young players to remain focused and committed to their dreams after becoming the first Guyanese to win a
Guyana must navigate any perception that it is outsourcing its juridical sovereignty to a superpower
Dear Editor, The unfolding case of the Mohameds’ extradition has exposed a deep and consequential tension in the Guyanese legal and political landscape.
Withholding the Official Gazette and other legislative bills from parliamentary scrutiny weakens constitutional oversight
Dear Editor, As the 13th Parliament resumes, I again extend a warm welcome to the Honourable Speaker and Members of the National Assembly. This new
What democracy means for a society’s bottom line
By Aminata Touré and Kevin Casas-Zamora DAKAR/SAN JOSÉ – Democracy is in trouble. For nine consecutive years, more countries have suffered a weakening of
How COP30 can re-energize climate action
By Jennifer Morgan BERLIN – It is hard to imagine a more appropriate venue for this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30). Delegations
COP30 must do good, not just avoid harm
By Eileen Mairena Cunningham MANAGUA – When indigenous peoples are mentioned in the context of climate change, my mind immediately goes to images of my
The 2025 Mid-Year Report
Last Monday, the Minister of Finance presented to the National Assembly the 2025 Mid-Year Report on the execution of the National Budget and the
The Belem Declaration – an opportunity for Guyana
By Ulric Trotz Ulric (Neville) Trotz was formerly the Deputy Director & Science Adviser, Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre, Belmopan, Belize.
The risks of the withdrawal and discontinuation of criminal charges against the Mohameds
Dear Editor, I hold no brief for either the Mohameds or the Guyana Government, and write solely to advise my successors in the Director of Public Prosecutions Office concerning the risks “the...
Old Fort, Saints, GCC win in National Indoor Hockey
Old Fort, Saints and GBTI Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) recorded respective divisional wins when the Guyana Hockey Board (GHB) National Indoor Championships continued last night at the National...
What every youngster needs to know
“We receive three educations, one from our parents, one from our schoolmasters, and one from the world. The third contradicts all that the first two teach
Ailurophile Jennifer Cipriani and family open home to scores of cats
From one ‘stray cat’ which her son picked up on a street in Georgetown and took home to Herstelling, East Bank Demerara, Jennifer Cipriani and her family now house and feed 50, have found homes...
Ivor English named as civil society convenor for extractive industries initiative
The Ministry of Natural Resources yesterday announced that it has selected Dr Ivor English as a member of the religious community to be the convenor of civil society under the Guyana Extractive...
Auditor General’s audit failed to measure NDIA’s performance in achieving its core mandate
Dear Editor, The Auditor General’s “Performance Audit: A Review of Asset Management at the National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA)” was tabled in the National Assembly to assess how...
Lucas stock index
LUCAS STOCK INDEX (LSI) The Lucas Stock Index rose 0.225 percent on the sale of 29,164 shares during the final period of trading in October 2025. Eight
Remembrance Day 2025
Veterans, and members of the Disciplined Services gathered this morning at the War Memorial Monument to honour the men and women who gave their lives in
The great integrity and goodwill of the President of the CCJ
Dear Editor, I have seen some reports and comments in the press concerning a possible good offices intercession of the President of the Caribbean Court of Justice in the matter of high judicial...
Republic Bank U-18 Schools Football resumes today
The Republic Bank Secondary School U-18 will continue today with another round of matches at the Ministry of Education Ground on Carifesta Avenue. The article Republic Bank U-18 Schools Football...
Reasons presented by Mayor for Farnum Ground occupation are erroneous and violate public trust principles
Dear Editor, I refer to the letter in Stabroek News of 6/11/2025 by Alfred Mentore JP, Mayor of Georgetown, in response to mine published on the 5/11/25 in Stabroek News, Kaieteur News and Guyana...
Police sergeant and future attorney gears up for graduation
“Success isn’t about where you start but how determined you are to finish,” says Sergeant Carl Pedro, a proud member of the Guyana Police Force (GPF), who will be graduating with a Bachelor of...
Edghill warns quarry owners about overloading trucks
In a bid to preserve the integrity of Guyana’s roadways, especially those recently rehabilitated or installed, Minister of Public Works, Juan Edghill and Minister within the Ministry, Madanlall...
YMCA A, Stabroek, Young Gunners victorious on opening night
ExxonMobil Guyana Futsal Defending champion YMCA A, Stabroek, and Young Gunners stormed to comfortable victories when the ExxonMobil Guyana Futsal Championship kicked-off on Friday night at the...
Bent Street/VP ‘Champion of Champions’ Futsal launched
With 32 teams set to battle for the top prize, the 2nd edition of the Bent Street/VP ‘Champion of Champions’ Futsal was officially launched yesterday. The article Bent Street/VP ‘Champion of...
Rupununi conservationist represents Guyana at global biodiversity forum in Chicago
Project Coordinator for the Giant Anteater and Giant Armadillo Project from Sawariwau Village Angelbert Johnny recently represented the South Rupununi Conservation Society (SRCS) at the 9th Annual...
There were 642 accident deaths between 2020 and 2024
Launching road safety month on Friday, Prime Minister Mark Phillips lamented that there had been 642 accident deaths between 2020 and 2024. The article There were 642 accident deaths between 2020...
Education Ministry launches bullying reporting platform
-adds moral and civic education to school timetables The Ministry of Education yesterday announced that moral and civic education are new subjects that will form part of timetables in schools...
Delay in electing Leader of the Opposition
Dear Editor, As a Guyanese-Canadian legal professional with a background in political science, I am deeply troubled by the political situation since November 3, 2025. The article Delay in...
The ECT Act: When electronic communications are treated as received
Today, I will break down section 27 of the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 2023 (the ECT Act), which governs when electronic communications
Chicago International Film Festival Dispatch: A Josh O’Connor double feature in ‘Wake Up Dead Man’ and ‘The Mastermind’
While shuffling into the AMC theatre for “Wake Up Dead Man”, Rian Johnson’s upcoming third entry in his “Knives Out” film series, I overheard two young
Disability body urges banks to end ‘archaic, discriminatory’ practices
The Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities (GCOPD) is hopeful that the recent reforms announced by President Irfaan Ali regarding
Verwey, van Dijk, Wong win Trophy Stall Junior Squash
Jason van Dijk, Joshua Verwey, Miguel Wong, and Ethan Bulkan recorded contrasting wins in the A-Division when the Trophy Stall Junior Skill Level Squash Championship continued last night at the...
Guyana’s claim from Mohameds should rank higher than the US’s
Dear Editor What is really behind the Guyana Revenue Authority’s (GRA’s) decision to drop its case against the Mohameds? Is it to allow the extradition proceedings initiated by the United...
GuySuCo won’t make 2025 production target
-figure quietly cut The Guyana Sugar Corporation’s (GuySuCo) October closing figures were approximately 50,000 metric tonnes (MT), putting the corporation’s 2025 production target of 80,000 MT...
Spoken word, performance poetry on the rise again
Spoken Word and performance poetry is on the rise again in Guyana. Two shows have been advertised over the past month which seem to be generating quite a
Holiday menu launched by Gemini Cocktails
Amrita Bahadur had gotten home from work one evening two years ago and was lying on her couch when her fiancée asked: ‘Why don’t we start a cocktail business as we’re already into decor?’ The...
Egypt and Algeria overpower Guyana in Table Tennis team competition
Islamic Solidarity Games Guyana’s men’s and women’s table tennis teams faced a challenging start to their campaigns at the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh on Saturday, suffering defeats at the...
Farcical motor vehicle insurance
Dear Editor, I have noted the Vice President calling out the police and Mr AzMo for driving his vehicle without insurance. The article Farcical motor vehicle insurance appeared first on Stabroek News.
Baked Cabbage
Listen to this article: Last weekend I made the viral cabbage boil and it was outstanding. I enjoyed it so much that it is definitely going to be on
CANU destroys over $4b in seized narcotics
The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) yesterday hosted another Destruction of Seized Narcotics exercise which was conducted under legal and environmental protocols and saw the destruction of...
Chess elite showing their skills at FIDE World Cup in Goa
The 2025 FIDE World Cup has begun in Goa, India, and lasts until November 26. Readers would recall that teenage Indian grandmaster Divya Deshmukh won the
Will the PPP seize the political opportunities?
Without context, the victory of the PPP at the last general elections was a landslide. Within the context of elections in Guyana, where the PPP has gained
Flying Ace Cycling Club to host 8-lap Town Day Road Race today
The Flying Ace Cycling Club of Berbice will take to the streets of New Amsterdam today, for its annual 8-lap cycle road race, held as part of the New Amsterdam Town Day celebrations. The article...
Major US air traffic staffing shortages snarl thousands of flights
WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – Major air traffic control staffing shortages snarled thousands of flights on Saturday as the government shutdown caused mounting travel woes and raised alarm among airline...
Mentore flays city’s exclusion from President’s drainage, parking plans
Georgetown Mayor Alfred Mentore yesterday criticised President Irfaan Ali over the exclusion of the city council from drainage and parking plans for the capital. The article Mentore flays city’s...
Slingerz FC receives Elite League Season VII payout
The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) on Friday hosted the official cheque presentation ceremony for the 2025 GFF Elite League Season VII at the National Training Centre (NTC) in Providence,...
To terminate or not?
This week’s preview November 10th to 16th 2025 Nah envy man packet, envy he peace! Coretta take note. Congratulations abound! Grandmother to be? Coretta
People before egos
Opposition parties are supposed to hold the government accountable. We expect genuine representation on behalf of the people. We expect them to challenge
AI agents threaten free societies
COPENHAGEN – As AI tools have entered more areas of our professional and personal lives, praise for their potential has been accompanied by concerns about
Gov’t’s Skills Connect app launched
-designed to boost small, medium-sized businesses – Minister Ally The government has launched Skills Connect, an online portal where persons can connect
Stock Exchange
GSE (https://guyanastockexchangeinc.com/telephone Nº 223-6175/6) reports that session 1145’s trading results showed consideration of $40,379,174 from
Guyana achieves aviation security audit score of 80.12%
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) said last week that Guyana achieved an outstanding overall score of 80.12% in the recent International Civil
Niecia intends to expand her Online Shopping business while awaiting law school
Small business chat Niecia Glasgow, 20 years old, is a young East Coast pre-law school student and proprietor of “NICI’s Online Shopping”. The Stabroek
IPED launches year-long activities to celebrate 40 years of empowering Guyanese entrepreneurship
The Institute of Private Enterprise Development Limited (IPED) has officially launched a year-long celebration of its 40th Anniversary commemorating four
China’s rare-earth own goal
By Daniel Gros BRUSSELS – In a face-to-face meeting last week, Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump reached a truce in their
The big lie behind Trump’s boat strikes
By Timothy Snyder TORONTO – When announcing an aggressive policy, US President Donald Trump typically offers some grotesque justification – a nonsensical
Policy Forum Guyana calls for urgent reform of GGMC
-says state agency has become a law unto itself The Non-Governmental Organisation Policy Forum Guyana (PFG) is calling for the urgent reform of the Guyana
US actress Diane Keaton dies at 79, People reports
(Reuters) - Diane Keaton, the quirky U.S. actress who won an Academy Award and captured hearts with her endearing performance as Woody Allen's eccentric,
Robert Redford, screen idol turned director and activist, dies at 89, publicist says
(Reuters) - Actor, director and producer Robert Redford, who was both the quintessential handsome Hollywood leading man and an influential supporter of
Unprompted advice
Most people mean well with the unsolicited comments and questions they thrust at you when you are pregnant. But with my heightened level of hormones and
Violence is woven into the fabric of our society
Guyana is such a violent and abusive society that, unfortunately, it is not until you remove yourself physically that you begin to truly understand the
A first trimester reflection
It is recommended that you wait until after the first three months before saying anything, but those three months are lonely and scary as your body
Loni Anderson, who played smart against stereotype on ‘WKRP in Cincinnati,’ dead at 79
LOS ANGELES, (Reuters) - Actress Loni Anderson, who won acclaim for her U.S. television sitcom role as the brainy, glamorous radio station receptionist
Australia cancels rapper Ye’s visa over ‘Heil Hitler’ song
SYDNEY, (Reuters) - Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has had his Australian visa cancelled after he released “Heil Hitler”, a song promoting Nazism, the
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs cleared of sex trafficking and racketeering, convicted on lesser charges
NEW YORK, (Reuters) - Sean "Diddy" Combs was cleared today of sex trafficking and racketeering charges that could have put him behind bars for life but
Stabroek News
We can take real freedom for granted sometimes. For my second time in Martinique, it was all I could think about. Martinique is a French overseas
U.S. singer Chris Brown remanded in custody by UK court over alleged assault
MANCHESTER, England, (Reuters) - U.S. singer Chris Brown was remanded into custody when he appeared in an English court today charged with inflicting
Bollywood actor and director Manoj Kumar dies at 87
(BBC) Veteran Bollywood actor and director Manoj Kumar has died at the age of 87 in India's financial capital, Mumbai. The actor died of "age-related
Sex worker drama ‘Anora’ sweeps Oscars with five awards including best picture
LOS ANGELES, (Reuters) - "Anora," the story of a New York sex worker who gets a chance at a new life when she marries a wealthy Russian client on a whim,
Twenty youths awarded following Chinese Embassy, ministry leadership contest
An awards ceremony for the fourth China-Guyana Friendship Youth Leadership Development Competition was held on Friday at the Chinese Embassy in
The Year of the Snake and the blooming of Chinese festivals here
We are now in the middle of the annual Chinese Spring Festival, which celebrates the Chinese New Year for 2025. This year, these festivities began on
Boat operator placed on bail over malicious damage
Shamar Gibson, a 21-year-old boat operator of Supenaam, Essequibo Coast, was charged with malicious damage to property and placed on bail on Thursday.
2025 a year of opportunity, development for Guyana, China
-says Chinese Embassy on occasion of Year of the Snake On the occasion of the upcoming Chinese Spring Festival of 2025; the Year of the Snake, Charge
‘The Brutalist,’ ‘Emilia Perez’ triumph at Golden Globes
BEVERLY HILLS, California, (Reuters) - "The Brutalist," the story of a Holocaust survivor who chases the American dream, and musical thriller "Emilia
India’s Zakir Hussain, the tabla maestro with ‘dancing fingers’, dies
MUMBAI, (Reuters) - Zakir Hussain, whose "dancing fingers" made him one of the greatest players of the tabla or Indian drums and who became a major force
Elton John says he has lost his eyesight
LONDON, (Reuters) - British singer Elton John, 77, told a theatre audience yesterday that he had lost his sight. One of the biggest selling artists of all
U.S music supremo Quincy Jones, who worked with Sinatra and Jackson, dies aged 91
(Reuters) - Quincy Jones, the man known simply as "Q," was a huge influence on American music in his work with artists ranging from Count Basie to Frank
One Direction singer Liam Payne dead after falling from Buenos Aires hotel balcony
BUENOS AIRES, (Reuters) - Former One Direction singer Liam Payne was found dead after the 31-year-old fell from his third-floor room balcony at a hotel in
British actor Maggie Smith dies aged 89
LONDON, (Reuters) - Britain's Maggie Smith, one of the most acclaimed actors of her generation with a career ranging from Shakespeare to Harry Potter and
French actor Alain Delon dies aged 88, French media report
PARIS, (Reuters) - French actor Alain Delon, who melted the hearts of millions of film fans whether playing a murderer, hoodlum or hitman in his postwar
Technology adds layers of security and traceability verifying gold’s origins at any point in its lifecycle
Dear Editor, I write to offer some recommendations to the current Natural Resources Minister of Guyana following his recent meeting with jewelers and
Minister of Education’s video showing school’s construction in progress confirms workers not following safe work practices
Dear Editor, Once again the Minister of Education has posted a video showing the progress in the building of a school that shows workers not following
‘The Outsiders’, ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ and ‘Stereophonic’ win big at Tony Awards
NEW YORK, (Reuters) - "The Outsiders," a musical based on S.E. Hinton's coming-of-age novel, snagged the coveted Tony Award for best musical yesterday,
Ambani son’s pre-wedding bash to feature Rihanna, tycoons and Bollywood stars
NEW DELHI, Feb 29 (Reuters) - Charter jets for tycoons and celebrities, a performance by Rihanna and directions to don "jungle fever" outfits when
Barbra Streisand bestowed with SAG lifetime award
LOS ANGELES, (Reuters) - Actress, singer, movie director and producer Barbra Streisand was honored on Saturday with the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Life
Taylor Swift makes Grammys history as women rule music’s top honors
LOS ANGELES, (Reuters) - Pop superstar Taylor Swift set another record yesterday, winning the Grammy award for album of the year for an unprecedented
Guyana and India share important commonalities
Dear Editor, I am disappointed with the absence of an acknowledgment in your publication of India’s independence. Guyana and India are important allies
G7 chides China on rights, demands COVID origins investigation
CARBIS BAY, England, (Reuters) - Group of Seven leaders yesterday scolded China over human rights in its Xinjiang region, called for Hong Kong to keep a
Misery and hope
About nine years ago, I remember being deeply distressed at not being able to do a fashion internship I had secured. It honestly felt like the end of the
‘We must begin to see China as a lucrative export market’
Managing Director of the local consulting company CERULEAN, Lindel Danzie-Black has told the Stabroek Business that business relations between Guyana and
The psychology of fashion
I remember taking one of my first semester courses at college, the Psychology of Fashion, and thinking what on earth did I just pay money for. In my
Trending locally
From That Look Boutique’s last editorial featuring Lieve Blanckaert and Kimberly Niles, I decided to select the trends that I thought were cute and
I am Jackie Jaxx
By Dreylan Johnson Known for pushing musical and style boundaries, 25-year-old Guyanese singer/songwriter Jackie Jaxx, born Jackie Hanover has
A note on the term ‘Ethnic Security Dilemma’
Dear Editor, The idea of ‘Ethnic Security Dilemma,’ has been wrongly attributed to Ravi Dev and, recently, by Tarron Khemraj, to the British Guiana East
Persaud wants diamond industry to conform to shaky Kimberley Process
Pronouncements by Natural Resources Minister Robert Persaud that his ministry will seek to bring more order to the country’s natural resources sector
Guyana Embassy in China launches website
The Guyana Embassy in Beijing, China launched its official website www.guyanaembassybeijing.cn on Friday at a reception titled a ‘Guyanese Affair.’
Stabroek News
On page 23 of last Sunday’s edition of this newspaper under the caption ‘New volume of the Arts Journal now available’ it was reported that the latest
New volume of the Arts Journal now available
The Arts Forum Inc has recently released Volume 4 numbers 1 and 2 of the Arts Journal. According to a press release from the Arts Journal, this issue,
Whose freedom at midnight?
Machinations towards Guyana’s Independence, May 1966 In our September issue the Guyana Review inadvertently published part of this article rather than the
Guyana Review out tomorrow
A bumper issue of the monthly Guyana Review will be included in tomorrow’s issue. Its feature articles will include a wide-ranging interview with Sir
Whose freedom at midnight?
Machinations towards Guyana’s Independence, May 1966 By Clem Seecharan Professor of Caribbean History and Head of Caribbean Studies, London Metropolitan
Listening to the wind: A conversation with MV Mc Rae
MV Mc Rae is an animated Romanian woman with a Guyanese husband, a profession as a doctor and a passion for poetry. That almost certainly makes her
Latest Arts Journal offers new perspectives on slave trade abolition
A special double issue of The Arts Journal will be released shortly providing new perspectives on the abolition of the trans-Atlantic slave trade in its
Stabroek News
On Friday we reported that the International Cricket Council (ICC) of CWC had engaged a company called GL Events to undertake works at the Providence
Arts on Sunday
(The Arts Journal, Vol 2, No.2, March 2006, Guest Editor Gemma Robinson, (General Editor, Ameena Gafoor), Georgetown : The Arts Forum, 142p) The two most