Daily Archive: Thursday, September 20, 2012

(WICB)  Colombo, Sri Lanka – On the eve of his 33rd birthday Chris Gayle spent part of this morning answering questions from members of the media assembled for the ICC World T20, after he entertained onlookers with some stunning strokeplay.

HAMBANTOTA, Sri Lanka,  (Reuters) – South Africa’s formidable pace attack proved too good for Zimbabwe, who bowed out of the Twenty20 World Cup following a 10-wicket thrashing in a Group C game at Hambantota today.

A 50-year-old man was killed yesterday after the branches of a tree he was cutting struck him on the head.

A man is in police custody after a gun was found in his possession at Kingelly Village, West Coast Berbice last night.

Federal prosecutors and lawyers for Guyanese businessman Ed Ahmad, who has been indicted in a $50 million mortgage fraud scheme, have reached a plea arrangement.

(Reuters) – After two African villages started using mosquito nets to fight malaria, the local mosquitoes seemed to change their biting habits to skirt the barriers, according to a French study.

WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi met President Barack Obama at the White House and received the highest congressional award on Wednesday.

DENVER, (Reuters) – A U.S. federal court jury on Wednesday awarded a Colorado man $7.2 million in damages for developing a chronic condition known as popcorn lung from a chemical used in flavoring microwave popcorn.

(Trinidad Express) Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar will finally be breaking her silence today after almost two weeks of public outrage over the early proclamation of Section 34 of the Administration of Justice (Indictable Proceedings) Act.

BHUBANESWAR/NEW DELHI, India, (Reuters) – Schools, businesses and government offices were shut in many parts of India today as protesters blocked roads and trains as part of a one-day nationwide strike against sweeping economic reforms announced by the government last week.

(de Ware Tijd) PARAMARIBO – Iamgold is seeking to raise US$ 650 million in the US and Canada by issuing securities.

Workers of the Demerara Timbers Limited (DTL) at Mabura downed tools yesterday calling for improved electricity and water.

One of the officers sent on leave to facilitate an investigation into the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Credit Union has moved to the High Court challenging the decisions to send him on administrative leave and to suspend him from the union’s Committee of Management.

The extended Johnson family of seven no longer has a place to call home after an early afternoon fire completely destroyed their two-storey house at Wisroc Housing Scheme, Wismar, Linden yesterday.

– decry that President visited slain cop’s Berbice home, but not them The family of Shaquille Grant says it is unjustifiable that the President would visit the relatives of the slain policeman in Berbice but more than one week after the 17-year-old was shot and killed by the members of the Guyana Police Force, they have received no word from the Head of State.

– as family challenges will naming her sole beneficiary Acting Chief Justice Ian Chang has granted an injunction to block attorney Gaumattie Singh from selling a former client’s property, after the man’s family challenged the authenticity of a will she produced that named her as his sole beneficiary.

Guyana needs an urgent national conversation and consensus to determine the way forward for the University of Guyana (UG), the AFC said yesterday, while warning that the institution’s current conditions will only lead to a general collapse.

The Sea Defence Unit (SDU) of the Public Works Ministry is expected to commence works on the Stanleytown river defence shortly, as residents of the West Bank Demerara (WBD) community express worry over the situation.

Businessman Malcolm Panday yesterday tearfully recounted the July 12, 2011 $7.2 million robbery at his Bel Air home, during which he was forced to leave his wife and two children with invading bandits as he fled to get police.

-defence tells court Natalia Ross, the woman that Office of the President Press Officer Kwame McCoy is accused of hitting with his car during last year’s election campaign, no longer wishes to pursue an assault case against him, his lawyer said yesterday.

A fish vendor was discovered dead by residents of East Canje, Berbice on the community’s main access road yesterday afternoon.

The Ministry of Education says while work on the dormitory at Paramakatoi, and the Enmore/Hope school has been delayed; there was an excellent turn out for the new school year.

The Ministry of Health says 673 residents benefited from a medical outreach exercise and dental services via dental boat Lady Janet, organised by the Suddie Public Hospital last week to serve districts in Wakapoa, Pomeroon River.

– GPHC The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) has denied the allegations made by taxi driver, Reagan Rodrigues, that he did not receive proper medical attention at the institution.

Guyanese author, Maureen Rampertab, launched her second book for children, Story Time, at the National Library Conference Hall last week.

Sabra Kiani’s new mystery thriller, Bessie Mae’s Dog: Dog Gone, is now available through Trafford Publishing.

The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA)is a step closer to obtaining its own building after signing the contracts with contractors for their multimillion dollar complex which they are referring to at this stage as the Golden Project.

President Donald Ramotar and Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment Robert Persaud on Monday met officials of Repsol to continue discussion on further exploration and technical work within the Georgetown Block following the abandonment of its Jaguar One well in July.

The Civil Defence Commission is continuing its Disaster Risk Management (DRM) Training for Region Four representatives at a number of two-day exercises, which began on Tuesday and will end on September 26.

The Central Recruitment and Manpower Agency (CRMA), a component of the Labour Ministry said it was successful in finding employment for thousands of Guyanese last year and similar results are expected this year.

Two-time former national men’s singles champion and current General Secretary of the Guyana Table Tennis Association (GTTA) Godfrey Munroe has been named interim president of the GTTA following the tragic death of former Commissioner of Police Henry Greene.

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka,  CMC– The West Indies cricket team has been seeking to perfect fielding as it continues preparation ahead of its first match in the ICC World Twenty/20 tournament in Sri Lanka.

The Environmental Community Health Organisation (ECHO) is pleased with the eco-friendly approach in local fisheries, deeming it a timely and vital move to the sustainable development of fisheries and the environment, a press release said.

The Human Services and Social Security Ministry will commence its annual pension book distribution during the month of November throughout the ten administrative regions.

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC-The Trinidad and Tobago cricket team was expected here today to play three warm-up matches as part of their preparation for the Champions’ League T20 scheduled for October 9 to 28 in South Africa.

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka,  CMC– All-rounder Dwayne Bravo has welcomed comments from some pundits who consider West Indies to be among favourites to win the ICC world Twenty/20 tournament underway in Sri Lanka.

KHULNA, Bangladesh,  CMC – Sagicor High performance captain Carlos Brathwaite says his players were deeply disappointed after failing to win the opening match on their tour of Bangladesh.

President of the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) KA Juman Yassin yesterday reiterated at a press conference yesterday held at Olympic House, High Street, that the GOA did not receive any money from the government towards the Guyana team’s participation at the 2012 London Olympic Games.

The body of 46-year-old Bartica boat captain Daniel Colinet was found yesterday morning in the Essequibo River.

Up to pres time last night the Guyana under-23 athletics team’s participation at the 2012 Under-23 Championships in Brazil which was scheduled to commence yesterday was doubtful.

Presidential Adviser on Governance Gail Teixeira yesterday commended the National Youth Parliament (NYP) which opened its 12th sitting, stating that it was no small achievement to be holding sessions for 12 years.

LONDON,  (Reuters) – Chelsea found a new Champions League hero as Brazilian Oscar scored twice for the holders in a 2-2 draw against Juventus and Barcelona had yet another command performance from Lionel Messi to thank for a 3-2 win over Spartak Moscow yesterday.

By Emmerson Campbell A four-member army of Guyana’s premier bodybuilders, spearheaded by reigning Hugh Ross Classic (HRC) winner Kerwin Clarke, winged out to Puerto Rico on Tuesday to battle in this year’s 40th annual Central American and Caribbean (CAC) Bodybuilding and Fitness Championships.

The Pitbulls dominated the first set of games of the Mackeson 3-on3 Smooth Moves tournament last Sunday when the tournament’s second edition tipped off at the Albouystown hardcourt.

KINGSTON,Jamaica, CMC-The world’s governing body for football, FIFA, has reprimanded Jamaica after fans invaded the field following the reggae boyz historic win over the United States in a world cup qualifier in Kingston earlier this month.

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – China, Russia, Pakistan and Azerbaijan abstained from a UN Security Council vote on children and armed conflict yesterday over concerns that the UN envoy on the issue can investigate any conflict, not just those before the council.

Dear Editor, The police and the Ministry of Home Affairs should urgently clarify the role of police traffic officers as it relates to ensuring the smooth flow of traffic and the prevention of chaos on our roads.

(Reuters) – A financial services industry group warned US banks, brokerages and insurers on Wednesday to be on heightened alert for cyber attacks after Bank of America and JPMorgan Chase experienced unexplained outages on their public websites.

The Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana (CIOG) strongly condemns the brutal attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya during a protest against a film which reportedly denigrates the Prophet Mohammed.

The Flying Ace Cycling Club has teamed up with the EZJet company to stage a 50-mile cycle road race in the Ancient County of Berbice on Sunday.

NEW YORK (Reuters) – As Muslim countries reverberate with fierce protests over a film mocking the Prophet Mohammad, an ad equating Islamic jihad with savagery is due to appear next week in 10 New York City subway stations despite transit officials’ efforts to block it.

Dear Editor, We finally got around to looking at the NCN TV debate on corruption dealing with the Marriott Hotel.

Dear Editor, I read in one of the newspapers recently about the Opposition Leader, Mr Granger’s complaint about NCN. 

COLOMBO, (Reuters) – Afghanistan gave a spirited performance against former Twenty20 world champions India but dropped four costly chances during a 23-run defeat in their opening World Cup Group A match yesterday.

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said yesterday the maker of an anti-Islam film that triggered violent protests across the Muslim world abused his right to freedom of expression by making the movie, which he called a “disgraceful and shameful act.”

ST.JOHN’S, Antigua, CMC– Newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), Michael Muirhead, says the regional side is poised once again to take its place as a major force in world cricket.

Dear Editor, I write to bring to the attention of all concerned a situation pertaining to the existence of liquor restaurants in new government housing schemes across Guyana. 

KHULNA, Bangladesh, CMC – Spinners Yannic Cariah and Veerasammy Permaul shared eight wickets, but the Sagicor High Performance Centre had to settle for a tense draw with the Bangladesh Cricket Board Academy in their tour match  yesterday, following a brave hundred from opener Soumya Sarkar.

MOSCOW (Reuters) – Moscow accused the United States yesterday of using its aid mission in Russiato meddle in politics and influence elections, a charge likely to push relations between the former Cold War foes to a new low after Vladimir Putin’s return to the Kremlin.

Dear Editor, The Guyana National Service produced good, disciplined citizens who might have otherwise have turned to a life of crime.

Massive erosion at Wisroc Housing Scheme, Wismar, Linden yesterday. Residents blame authorities.

COLOMBO, (Reuters) – Shane Watson’s all-round brilliance powered Australia to an easy seven-wicket victory over Ireland in their opening Group B match of the Twenty20 World Cup yesterday.

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Colombian singer Shakira said yesterday she is expecting her first child, with her Spanish soccer player boyfriend Gerard Pique.

Dear Editor, I agree with Mr Herman Gomes that ‘The President should appoint a Minister of Tourism’ (SN, Sep 19). 

CARACAS (Reuters) – Just months ago, it was the issue dominating Venezuela and its presidential campaign.

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Dear Editor, In 2010 Daniel Felix was leading the 6km road race event and was hit by a vehicle.

HAMBANTOTA, Sri Lanka,  (Reuters) – Five South African players have fallen ill but are expected to be fit for the team’s first Twenty20 World Cup match against Zimbabwe  today, the Proteas team manager said.

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – Iran has been using civilian aircraft to fly military personnel and large quantities of weapons across Iraqi airspace to Syria to aid President Bashar al-Assad in his attempt to crush an 18-month uprising against his government, according to a Western intelligence report seen by Reuters.

New Thriving Chinese Restaurant recently donated schoolbags and shoes to over 180 schoolchildren living in the Tiger bay community.

Social Media worldwide buzzes with talk, pictures and videos of a new hangout in Georgetown, dubbed ‘the People’s Parliament’, taking shape at Brickdam and High Street, just outside the National Assembly.

(Jamaica Observer) Jamai-ca’s Customs Department is reporting a spike in the number of persons attempting to smuggle cocaine in the island.

Before Monday night, Bibi Samaroo was just another resident of the sprawling, new housing development at Diamond, East Bank Demerara.

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