Man burnt to death in Bush Lot fire, two buildings destroyed – Stabroek News
A man died in a fire last evening at Bush Lot, West Coast Berbice which destroyed two buildings and damaged a third. The dead man
Teen stabbed, robbed in MovieTowne washroom – INews Guyana
An 18-year-old lad was on Saturday evening stabbed and robbed by a gang of men whilst in the washroom at MovieTowne. The incident occurred at
Dozens killed in crush at India religious event – BBC News
By Sharanya Hrishikesh, BBC News More than 50 people have been killed in a crush at a religious gathering in northern India, officials have said. The incident
‘Potentially catastrophic’ Hurricane Beryl moves towards Jamaica – BBC News
By Vanessa Buschschlüter, BBC News A deadly hurricane which has been tearing through the Caribbean is intensifying as it moves towards Jamaica. Hurricane Beryl is now a
Govt hands out $1.5B in 1st leg of “Because We Care” cash grant exercise – Guyana Times
– exercise continues in other regions As the first leg of the “Because We Care” Cash Grant exercise kicked off on Monday, a whopping $150
MNR assures of transparency as Guyana engages Fulcrum LNG to monetise gas resources – INews Guyana
See full statement from the Ministry of Natural Resources: The Government of Guyana has consistently made it clear publicly that one of our priorities in
Govt to set up large-scale honey production project for Santa Mission – Guyana Times
… to kickstart project with 25 beehives – dredging of creek to be done twice annually to boost eco-tourism Santa Mission (Santa Aratak), Region Three
Gov’t Analyst issues alert on fake Ozempic batches – Stabroek News
-warns that the drug not registered for sale here The authorities yesterday alerted the public to the possible presence here of fake versions of the
11-Y-O from Bartica dies from dengue complications – INews Guyana
An 11-year-old boy of Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) has died as a result of dengue complications, his family has confirmed. Kushal Doobay had just written
Thirteen killed and parliament set ablaze in Kenya protests – medics – BBC News
By Basillioh Rukanga & Ido Vock, BBC News, Nairobi & London At least 13 protesters were killed during protests in Kenya, doctors say, and a section of
Assange lands in native Australia after pleading guilty in US court – ABC News
The WikiLeaks founder arrived on Wednesday in his native Australia. By Kevin Shalvey and Guy Davies Julian Assange arrived on Wednesday in his native Australia, with the WikiLeaks
TikTok confirms it offered US government a ‘kill switch’ – BBC News
By Imran Rahman-Jones, Technology reporter TikTok says it offered the US government the power to shut the platform down in an attempt to address lawmakers’ data protection
Alleged rape of 12-year-old Jewish girl sparks antisemitism outcry in France – CNN News
By Niamh Kennedy, Emmanuel Miculita and Saskya Vandoorne, CNN (CNN) – The alleged gang-rape of a 12-year-old Jewish girl in northern France has triggered an outcry over surging antisemitism in
Czech man arrested in Croatia after explosion kills his 9-year-old child – ABC News
A Czech man has been detained in Croatia for allegedly allowing his 9-year-old child to take an explosive device from a military zone which later
GTU has new proposal to end strike action – Kaieteur News
– prepared to meet with Govt during August break to hammer out pay issues – Mc Donald Kaieteur News – The Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) is prepared
Charity man charged with murdering fellow fisher – Stabroek News
Shawn Myron Latchman, called `Bolo’, a 29-year-old fisherman of Charity Squatting Area, Essequibo Coast, was charged on Wednesday with the murder of Avienash Singh, a
Overheated drop cord leads to Albouystown inferno – Guyana Times
A fire that reportedly was started from an overheated drop cord charging a cellphone has destroyed a house at Callender Street in Albouystown, Georgetown, and
President announces new low-income housing, agri venture for 500 families – News Room Guyana
A new low-income housing venture, which will come with shades houses and traditional farms, will be initiated along the Soesdyke/ Linden Highway for the benefit
Nazar Mohamed resigns as Eccles/Ramsburg councillor – Stabroek News
Embattled PPP/C local government councillor for the Eccles/ Ramsburg, East Bank Demerara community, Nazar Mohamed has resigned, President Irfaan Ali yesterday announced. “Mr Mohamed who
Teen among three arrested after illegal gun found during Police operation – News Room Guyana
Three persons, including a 19-year-old, were arrested Wednesday night during a Police intel-led operation in Georgetown, which led to the discovery of an unlicensed 9mm
Gov’t to tighten gold regulations -President – Stabroek News
-task force to be set up President Irfaan Ali yesterday stated that even as government awaits information on the allegation of the smuggling of some
Guyana’s cocaine seizures up by nearly 800% – President – News Room Guyana
Local authorities have intensified their collaboration with foreign counterparts to crack down on drug and gun trafficking and Guyana’s President, Dr. Irfaan Ali, Thursday said
Nearly 500 confirmed fatalities from Hajj heatwave as hundreds more feared dead – CNN News
By Lauren Kent, Caroline Faraj, Hande Atay Alam and Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN (CNN) – The official death toll from this year’s Hajj pilgrimage has soared to almost 500 and the
US tourist killed in Zambia elephant attack, the second this year – ABC News
Zambian officials say a U.S. tourist has been killed by an elephant in the city of Livingstone, the second such attack in the country this
Louisiana orders every classroom to display Ten Commandments – BBC News
By Max Matza, BBC News Every public school classroom in Louisiana has been ordered to display a poster of the Ten Commandments – a move that civil
Hundreds of Hajj pilgrims die as Mecca temperatures hit 120 Fahrenheit – CNN News
By Lauren Kent, Caroline Faraj and Hande Atay Alam, CNN Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN) – Hundreds of people have died and thousands have been treated for heatstroke while
Climate change made US and Mexico heatwave 35 times more likely – BBC News
By Greg Brosnan, BBC News Climate and ScienceShare Human-induced climate change made recent extreme heat in the US south-west, Mexico and Central America around 35 times more
Paramakatoi to get another dormitory for $267M – Kaieteur News
Kaieteur News – The Ministry of Education is preparing to use from its $74.4 billion budget, approximately $267,001,500 to construct another students’ dormitory in Paramakatoi, Region
$231M Jawalla Secondary School to cater for 250 students – INews Guyana
The community of Jawalla in Region 7 is set to benefit from a significant educational development with the construction of a new secondary school. This
APNU’s Vanessa Kissoon accuses PNC Leader of threatening to rape her – Guyana Times
…Aubrey Norton denies allegations, says claims malicious, false Former People’s National Congress (PNC) Member of Parliament and current Linden Town Councillor, Vanessa Kissoon, has alleged
Bureaucracy removed as single-window portal for building permits launched – INews Guyana
The approval of construction permits across Guyana has now been made easier with the launch of the new electronic Planning and Development Single Window System,
Shooting outside auto company: Manslaughter charge recommended for security guard – Guyana Times
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has recommended a manslaughter charge for the security guard implicated in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Jared Jagnandan at
Boy, 14, found hanging in Leonora Secondary dorm, police probing – Stabroek News
A 14-year-old boy was found hanging on Tuesday in the washroom of the male dorm at the Leonora Secondary School. The police are investigating the
Guyana anticipates 350,000 visitors in 2024 amid rapid tourism growth – News Room Guyana
Guyana is poised to welcome 350,000 visitors in 2024, reflecting a significant increase in its tourism sector. According to the Guyana Tourism Authority’s (GTA) Tourism
Gold Board sold 383 ounces of gold in 2023 – GM Thompson – INews Guyana
For the entirety of last year, the Guyana Gold Board (GGB) sold just 383 ounces of gold. This is juxtaposed against the fact that a
At least 34 die in India after drinking toxic alcohol – BBC News
By Cherylann Mollan, BBC News, Mumbai At least 34 people have died after consuming toxic bootleg alcohol in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, officials said.
Rapper Travis Scott arrested in Miami – BBC News
Travis Scott has been arrested in Miami on suspicion of disorderly intoxication and trespassing. The rapper was booked into custody at 04:35 local time, according
Denmark recalls Korean ramen for being too spicy – BBC News
By Frances Mao, BBC NewsShare Denmark has recalled several spicy ramen noodle products by South Korean company Samyang, claiming that the capsaicin levels in them could poison
Malawi announces 21 days of mourning for vice president killed in a plane crash – ABC News
The Malawi government says Vice President Saulos Chilima will be honored with a state funeral after he was killed along with eight other people in
US inflation cools as interest rate decision looms – BBC News
By Charlotte Edwards, BBC Business reporterShare Consumer price rises in the US eased slightly last month, official data suggests, ahead of a key meeting where policymakers will
Man burnt to death in Bush Lot fire, two buildings destroyed – Stabroek News
A man died in a fire last evening at Bush Lot, West Coast Berbice which destroyed two buildings and damaged a third. The dead man
Teen stabbed, robbed in MovieTowne washroom – INews Guyana
An 18-year-old lad was on Saturday evening stabbed and robbed by a gang of men whilst in the washroom at MovieTowne. The incident occurred at
Dozens killed in crush at India religious event – BBC News
By Sharanya Hrishikesh, BBC News More than 50 people have been killed in a crush at a religious gathering in northern India, officials have said. The incident
‘Potentially catastrophic’ Hurricane Beryl moves towards Jamaica – BBC News
By Vanessa Buschschlüter, BBC News A deadly hurricane which has been tearing through the Caribbean is intensifying as it moves towards Jamaica. Hurricane Beryl is now a
Govt hands out $1.5B in 1st leg of “Because We Care” cash grant exercise – Guyana Times
– exercise continues in other regions As the first leg of the “Because We Care” Cash Grant exercise kicked off on Monday, a whopping $150
MNR assures of transparency as Guyana engages Fulcrum LNG to monetise gas resources – INews Guyana
See full statement from the Ministry of Natural Resources: The Government of Guyana has consistently made it clear publicly that one of our priorities in
Govt to set up large-scale honey production project for Santa Mission – Guyana Times
… to kickstart project with 25 beehives – dredging of creek to be done twice annually to boost eco-tourism Santa Mission (Santa Aratak), Region Three
Gov’t Analyst issues alert on fake Ozempic batches – Stabroek News
-warns that the drug not registered for sale here The authorities yesterday alerted the public to the possible presence here of fake versions of the
11-Y-O from Bartica dies from dengue complications – INews Guyana
An 11-year-old boy of Bartica, Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) has died as a result of dengue complications, his family has confirmed. Kushal Doobay had just written
Thirteen killed and parliament set ablaze in Kenya protests – medics – BBC News
By Basillioh Rukanga & Ido Vock, BBC News, Nairobi & London At least 13 protesters were killed during protests in Kenya, doctors say, and a section of
Assange lands in native Australia after pleading guilty in US court – ABC News
The WikiLeaks founder arrived on Wednesday in his native Australia. By Kevin Shalvey and Guy Davies Julian Assange arrived on Wednesday in his native Australia, with the WikiLeaks
TikTok confirms it offered US government a ‘kill switch’ – BBC News
By Imran Rahman-Jones, Technology reporter TikTok says it offered the US government the power to shut the platform down in an attempt to address lawmakers’ data protection
Alleged rape of 12-year-old Jewish girl sparks antisemitism outcry in France – CNN News
By Niamh Kennedy, Emmanuel Miculita and Saskya Vandoorne, CNN (CNN) – The alleged gang-rape of a 12-year-old Jewish girl in northern France has triggered an outcry over surging antisemitism in
Czech man arrested in Croatia after explosion kills his 9-year-old child – ABC News
A Czech man has been detained in Croatia for allegedly allowing his 9-year-old child to take an explosive device from a military zone which later
GTU has new proposal to end strike action – Kaieteur News
– prepared to meet with Govt during August break to hammer out pay issues – Mc Donald Kaieteur News – The Guyana Teachers Union (GTU) is prepared
Charity man charged with murdering fellow fisher – Stabroek News
Shawn Myron Latchman, called `Bolo’, a 29-year-old fisherman of Charity Squatting Area, Essequibo Coast, was charged on Wednesday with the murder of Avienash Singh, a
Overheated drop cord leads to Albouystown inferno – Guyana Times
A fire that reportedly was started from an overheated drop cord charging a cellphone has destroyed a house at Callender Street in Albouystown, Georgetown, and
President announces new low-income housing, agri venture for 500 families – News Room Guyana
A new low-income housing venture, which will come with shades houses and traditional farms, will be initiated along the Soesdyke/ Linden Highway for the benefit
Nazar Mohamed resigns as Eccles/Ramsburg councillor – Stabroek News
Embattled PPP/C local government councillor for the Eccles/ Ramsburg, East Bank Demerara community, Nazar Mohamed has resigned, President Irfaan Ali yesterday announced. “Mr Mohamed who
Teen among three arrested after illegal gun found during Police operation – News Room Guyana
Three persons, including a 19-year-old, were arrested Wednesday night during a Police intel-led operation in Georgetown, which led to the discovery of an unlicensed 9mm
Gov’t to tighten gold regulations -President – Stabroek News
-task force to be set up President Irfaan Ali yesterday stated that even as government awaits information on the allegation of the smuggling of some
Guyana’s cocaine seizures up by nearly 800% – President – News Room Guyana
Local authorities have intensified their collaboration with foreign counterparts to crack down on drug and gun trafficking and Guyana’s President, Dr. Irfaan Ali, Thursday said
Nearly 500 confirmed fatalities from Hajj heatwave as hundreds more feared dead – CNN News
By Lauren Kent, Caroline Faraj, Hande Atay Alam and Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN (CNN) – The official death toll from this year’s Hajj pilgrimage has soared to almost 500 and the
US tourist killed in Zambia elephant attack, the second this year – ABC News
Zambian officials say a U.S. tourist has been killed by an elephant in the city of Livingstone, the second such attack in the country this
Louisiana orders every classroom to display Ten Commandments – BBC News
By Max Matza, BBC News Every public school classroom in Louisiana has been ordered to display a poster of the Ten Commandments – a move that civil
Hundreds of Hajj pilgrims die as Mecca temperatures hit 120 Fahrenheit – CNN News
By Lauren Kent, Caroline Faraj and Hande Atay Alam, CNN Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN) – Hundreds of people have died and thousands have been treated for heatstroke while
Climate change made US and Mexico heatwave 35 times more likely – BBC News
By Greg Brosnan, BBC News Climate and ScienceShare Human-induced climate change made recent extreme heat in the US south-west, Mexico and Central America around 35 times more
Paramakatoi to get another dormitory for $267M – Kaieteur News
Kaieteur News – The Ministry of Education is preparing to use from its $74.4 billion budget, approximately $267,001,500 to construct another students’ dormitory in Paramakatoi, Region
$231M Jawalla Secondary School to cater for 250 students – INews Guyana
The community of Jawalla in Region 7 is set to benefit from a significant educational development with the construction of a new secondary school. This
APNU’s Vanessa Kissoon accuses PNC Leader of threatening to rape her – Guyana Times
…Aubrey Norton denies allegations, says claims malicious, false Former People’s National Congress (PNC) Member of Parliament and current Linden Town Councillor, Vanessa Kissoon, has alleged
Bureaucracy removed as single-window portal for building permits launched – INews Guyana
The approval of construction permits across Guyana has now been made easier with the launch of the new electronic Planning and Development Single Window System,
Shooting outside auto company: Manslaughter charge recommended for security guard – Guyana Times
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has recommended a manslaughter charge for the security guard implicated in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Jared Jagnandan at
Boy, 14, found hanging in Leonora Secondary dorm, police probing – Stabroek News
A 14-year-old boy was found hanging on Tuesday in the washroom of the male dorm at the Leonora Secondary School. The police are investigating the
Guyana anticipates 350,000 visitors in 2024 amid rapid tourism growth – News Room Guyana
Guyana is poised to welcome 350,000 visitors in 2024, reflecting a significant increase in its tourism sector. According to the Guyana Tourism Authority’s (GTA) Tourism
Gold Board sold 383 ounces of gold in 2023 – GM Thompson – INews Guyana
For the entirety of last year, the Guyana Gold Board (GGB) sold just 383 ounces of gold. This is juxtaposed against the fact that a
At least 34 die in India after drinking toxic alcohol – BBC News
By Cherylann Mollan, BBC News, Mumbai At least 34 people have died after consuming toxic bootleg alcohol in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, officials said.
Rapper Travis Scott arrested in Miami – BBC News
Travis Scott has been arrested in Miami on suspicion of disorderly intoxication and trespassing. The rapper was booked into custody at 04:35 local time, according
Denmark recalls Korean ramen for being too spicy – BBC News
By Frances Mao, BBC NewsShare Denmark has recalled several spicy ramen noodle products by South Korean company Samyang, claiming that the capsaicin levels in them could poison
Malawi announces 21 days of mourning for vice president killed in a plane crash – ABC News
The Malawi government says Vice President Saulos Chilima will be honored with a state funeral after he was killed along with eight other people in
US inflation cools as interest rate decision looms – BBC News
By Charlotte Edwards, BBC Business reporterShare Consumer price rises in the US eased slightly last month, official data suggests, ahead of a key meeting where policymakers will
