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Kelcia Nelson crowned Miss World Guyana 2026
Kelcia Nelson was officially crowned Miss World Guyana 2026 on Saturday evening during a landmark coronation ceremony held at the Pegasus Exhibition Hall in Georgetown. The event, produced by Majesty Talent Management Inc. (MTMI), formed part of celebrations marking the 75th anniversary year of the Miss World Organisation and signaled what organisers described as a...
Sonia Noel celebrates 30 years of fashion, philanthropy and Caribbean influence
For 30 years, Sonia Noel has stood as one of Guyana’s most recognizable creative forces; not only as a fashion...
Toka Village wins community-based tourism award
Georgetown, Guyana (April 30, 2026): Guyana continues to gain regional recognition for its commitment to sustainable and community-led tourism, with...
Let’s talk heartburn
By Correspondent At some point in your life, you might have heard some persons complaining that they have constant heartburn....
Indigenous banks ought not to try to become clones of foreign commercial banks-Granger
Citizens Bank/Guyana Inc on Friday (January 20, 2017) opened the doors to its $2.5B new Corporate Head offices located at...
The performance of the economy’s traditional revenue earners since APNU+AFC came to power
By Correspondent For several reasons, the economy’s traditional revenue earners have all taken a dip since the APNU+AFC administration took...
President extends sympathy on passing of Mrs. Hyacinth Manickchand
President, David Granger on Thursday evening (January 19, 2017) issued a message of Condolence on the passing of Mrs. Hyacinth...
Professor uses Drones to track Human Impact on Guyana’s Rainforest
(Modified from the University of Texas at Dallas) In a study to determine how changes on their farming plots affect...
Did the absence of brotherly love killed 3-Yr-Old Breanka Sancho?
By Leroy Smith Three year old Breanka Sancho of Vigilance South Squatting area had a wonderful Christmas holiday with her...
Did the absence of brotherly love cause the death of 3-yr-old Breanka Sancho?
By Leroy Smith Three-year-old Breanka Sancho of Vigilance South Squatting area had a wonderful Christmas holiday with her parents and...
“I (didn’t) know where to go, I was thinking to kill myself”- Human Trafficking victim
While many persons are aware of sex trafficking, human trafficking that involves forced labour is one that tends to go...
Social Cohesion Minister extends Chinese arrival day greetings
For the first time, January 12 is being observed as Chinese arrival day as it was only five days ago...
Vegan anti-cowbell campaigner denied passport ‘for being annoying’
(The Independent, United Kingdom) A woman has been denied a second application for a Swiss passport after local residents took offence...
A peek into the history of Georgetown and how many of its streets were named
According to Guyana’s National Trust, in 1753 when Demerara became a colony, separate from Essequibo, its administrative headquarters were set...
The 1763 Monument: A true symbol of resistance and revolution
By Correspondent The 1763 monument is a most outstanding representation of a turbulent point in Guyana’s history which speaks to...
President designates Rose Hall Martyrs’ Day, Chinese Arrival Day
(Ministry of the Presidency- Friday, January 06, 2017) As per an Executive Notice issued, today, by His Excellency Brigadier David...
More than 135 Residents of Mocha/Arcadia given ‘Permission to Occupy State Lands’ documents
Ministry of the Presidency, Georgetown, Guyana – (January 5, 2017) The Government of Guyana, today, came in for high praise...
Queen ‘nearly shot’ by Buckingham Palace guard while walking late at night
(Independent- United Kingdom) Security personnel mistook Her Majesty as one of several intruders who have gained entry to Buckingham Palace in recent years....
Weather Forecast Update; Coastal residents warned of possible flooding
WEATHER BRIEF for Wednesday, January 04, 2017 from the Hydrometeorological Service, Guyana. Rainfall record for the past 24 hours, measured...
Promotions of Officers, Inspectors and Subordinate Officers
1. The following promotions have been approved by the Police Service Commission: AS ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER I. W/Senior Superintendent Maxine...
Cheddi Jagan Research Centre: A Living Monument
By Delicia Fletcher Several persons close to the Late President Cheddi and Former President Janet Jagan are contending that...
