Articles published on Monday, June 10, 2019
The much anticipated decision of the Caribbean Court of Justice on matters pertaining to the December 21, 2018 motion of no confidence is tentatively set for June 18 at 10 am, according to information from the court.
NEW YORK, (Reuters) – A helicopter made a crash landing onto the roof of a midtown Manhattan skyscraper today, killing at least one person and sending a plume of smoke skyward from the top of the building, which was shrouded in fog.
(Trinidad Newsday) Born in Guyana, Venezuela citizen 43-year-old Greensley Lael Edson Henry is hoping to register today at the San Fernando centre for immigrants, two days after he said immigration officials denied him from doing so in Port of Spain.
ISLAMABAD, (Reuters) – Former Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari was arrested on corruption charges today in a blow to the opposition Pakistan Peoples Party over what media said was an investigation into false bank accounts and money laundering.
MUMBAI, (Reuters) – Yuvraj Singh, India’s middle-over batting lynchpin in two World Cup triumphs, retired from international cricket with immediate effect today although he will look to play on in Twenty20 leagues around the world.
(Reuters) – Australia spinner Adam Zampa may have been using hand warmers during his bowling spell in Sunday’s 36-run Cricket World Cup defeat by India, captain Aaron Finch has said in response to a flood of ball-tampering accusations on social media.
(Trinidad Guardian) Justin Sowley was determined to make the most of the opportunities available to him as he cared for his brother who was undergoing physiotherapy in Canada following a car accident in Trinidad in 2005.
(Jamaica Gleaner) Jamaica’s High Commissioner to Trinidad and Tobago Arthur Williams is urging Jamaicans entering the twin-island republic to be mindful of the communities they enter, even while assuring there is no reason to be fearful in the wake of the recent kidnapping of businessman Yohan Chin.
Facing growing questions about his role in the awards of oil exploration blocks in the waning days of the PPP/C administration in 2015, former Minister of Natural Resources Robert Persaud yesterday said he has nothing to hide but remained tightlipped on the rationale behind his advice to grant the prime offshore acreage to two unproven companies.
As Guyana prepares for first oil early next year, British High Commissioner to Guyana Greg Quinn has urged politicians here to work together to ensure that the wealth garnered from the sector reaches all Guyanese in a tangible way.
Weeks after the Guyana Livestock Development Authority (GLDA) announced that an increased mortality rate among Muscovy ducklings had been recorded, farmers have said that their business is at a standstill.
Businessman Kim Kissoon passed away yesterday. He was son of Lyla Kissoon and the late Alston Kissoon, the founders of the legendary Kissoon’s furniture business.
Anti-corruption organisations of the Commonwealth Caribbean have agreed to a number of actions to strengthen their work and have highlighted the need to maintain their independence, impartiality and professionalism, to further enhance their effectiveness.
Newly-appointed Minister of Business Haimraj Rajkumar, who has responsibility for tourism, was on Friday evening welcomed by stakeholders in the tourism industry at a cocktail reception, where he noted that significant input is needed to lift the standard of Guyana’s tourism product.
The public is being asked to take precautions over the next few days as the Hydromet Office has forecast weather conditions may produce water accumulation or flooding in flood-prone areas and mudslides in hilly areas, the Department of Public Information (DPI) said yesterday.
The police say that the man who is suspected of murdering Andrew Drakes on Saturday has claimed that Drakes had assaulted him the day before.
The Chairman of the Moblissa Community Development Council, Pastor Arthur Reynolds, has put the government on notice by declaring that Moblissa is in dire need of holistic development so as to create employment.
Sentenced to 75 years for the murder of Mocha mechanic Terrence Lanferman, Kenkassie Lynch has appealed his conviction, arguing in part that trial judge Navindra Singh erred by admitting into evidence a purported caution statement.
Abiola Lewis has been declared the winner of the Department of Energy’s logo contest.
LONDON, (Reuters) – India’s top order fired in unison and their bowlers produced a tidy display to beat holders Australia by 36 runs in a blockbuster World Cup contest yesterday.
The Subraj Foundation and Red Lock Media officially launched their first film, The Tenants… Rent’s Due, a movie written, directed and produced by Guyanese.
PARIS, (Reuters) – Defying the years and one of the most fierce onslaughts he has ever faced at Roland Garros, Rafa Nadal won his 12th French Open crown yesterday, leaving Dominic Thiem crushed and a packed Parisian stadium shaking their heads in wonder.
After last holding elections in 2017, the Guyana Chess Federation (GCF) is set to elect office bearers on July 21 at Olympic House, Lililendaal while a new constitution is expected to be tabled along with a five-year plan.
There has still been no trace of 79-year-old Joyce Davis, the United States (US) citizen who was reported missing almost three months ago from her Almanac Creek, Essequibo River house.
More sensitisation is needed to curb the issue of reckless disposal of garbage in Bartica, Mayor Gifford Marshall said yesterday.
Buxton United defeated newcomer Dynamic FC 3-0 to secure the East Coast Demerara zone title yesterday in the KFC Independence U20 Club Knockout Football Championship.
The Department of Labour and immigration officials on Friday met with contractors in the oil and gas sector to sensitise them about labour requirements here.
Fruta Conquerors were crowned the Georgetown Zone champions in the KFC Independence U20 Club Knockout Football Championship, defeating Santos yesterday at the National Training Center, Providence.
The riverine community of River’s View has been selected as the National Heritage Village for Indigenous Heritage Month in September, according to National Toshaos Council Chairman Nicholas Fredericks.
SOUTHAMPTON, England, CMC – While the West Indies won’t be underestimating South Africa in their World Cup encounter today, assistant coach Roddy Estwick says the regional side is confident it can come out victorious.
A man was on Friday remanded to prison by a city magistrate, after he was accused of stealing a bicycle.
Dear Editor, Key members of the United States Congress have pledged to embark on efforts to determine what are the constraints that need to be overcome to facilitate the transfer of sugar quotas from one Caricom member state to another.
WORCESTER, England, CMC – West Indies women were once again thoroughly outplayed by England as they went down in the second One Day International by 121 runs under the Duckworth/Lewis system here yesterday.
(Trinidad Guardian) A mass appeal by at least 30 private bodies, including the Law Association of T&T (LATT) is trying to force the Government to withdraw the Clause 7 amendment to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
After admitting to wounding his great aunt, a man was on Friday sentenced to three months in prison.
Dear Editor, I refer to a letter by Freddie Kissoon in the Stabroek News dated Friday, May 31, 2019 entitled `UG unions should remain in TUC and fight for Lewis’ removal’.
HONG KONG, (Reuters) – Hong Kong was plunged into a fresh political crisis yesterday after more than half a million people took to the streets to thwart a proposed extradition law that would allow suspects to be sent to mainland China to face trial.
(Reuters) – Factbox on Rafael Nadal’s French Open final wins after he beat Dominic Thiem for the second year running yesterday to become the first player to win the same Grand Slam title 12 times, edging ahead of Margaret Court’s 11 Australian Open crowns: 2005 – beat Mariano Puerta (Argentina) 6-7(6) 6-3 6-1 7-5 Rallied from a set down to beat fellow left-hander Puerta and become the first player to win the French Open title in his main draw debut since Mats Wilander in 1982, setting in motion an unprecedented run of success in the tournament.
A Diamond Housing Scheme resident was on Friday granted bail, after he was accused of robbing a woman of her cellphone.
Dear Editor, This letter is a response to the death of Karen Shondell Reid of Sheet Anchor, East Canje, Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), and her offspring.
WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump defended his administration’s deal with Mexico against criticism that there were no major new commitments to stem a flow of Central American migrants crossing into the United States, and said yesterday more details would soon be released.
LONDON, (Reuters) – Australia opener David Warner became the fifth batsman at the World Cup to get an unexpected reprieve after he dragged a ball on to his stump but the impact failed to dislodge the zing bails in yesterday’s match against India.
Kwakwani community leader, Charles Alexander was hailed as a hero as he was laid to rest on June 7th.
(Trinidad Express) A Venezuelan mother of three was shot dead allegedly by her Venezuelan boyfriend in Carapichaima early yesterday.
Dear Editor, It was fowl play that prompted some overdue thinking.
MANAGUA, (Reuters) – Nicaragua’s Congress approved a sweeping amnesty law during a Saturday session that will offer protection to police and others who took part in a violent clampdown on anti-government protesters over the past year.
LONDON, (Reuters) – Australia’s failure to take early wickets against India and the loss of batsmen at crucial times cost them victory against the twice champions in their World Cup clash at the Oval yesterday, said captain Aaron Finch.
Introduction It is rather unfortunate that a public spat erupted over a statement allegedly made by the Auditor General.
The University of the West Indies Open Campus has been reaccredited for the next seven years, after demonstrating improved performance in its administrative systems, among other improvements.
A father of two was refused bail after being caught with 60 grammes of cannabis suspected to be his.
(Trinidad Express) Killers pretending to have car trouble shot and killed an ex-convict outside his house in Biche on Saturday night.
Dear Editor, Guyana and UG have lost a man with much vision, drive, ambition (and a nice selection of bow ties) with Ivelaw Griffith demitting office and leaving anew for the New World.
KHARTOUM, (Reuters) – A campaign of civil disobedience to demand civilian rule left the streets of Sudan’s capital Khartoum largely deserted as the working week began yesterday, while a 20-year-old man was shot dead in Omdurman, witnesses and opposition medics said.
What President Granger had to say on Thursday on the environment and, in particular, the protection of the rivers of this country is most welcome.
LONDON, (Reuters) – Virat Kohli won a match with the bat and hearts with his sportsmanship after silencing Indian fans who booed Australia’s Steve Smith in yesterday’s World Cup contest at the Oval.
