Daily Archive: Saturday, September 4, 2021

The Ministry of Health today said that as of September 03, 2021, four more women who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have died.

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is to make recommendations to Guyana on strengthening its anti-corruption weaponry.

 (Reuters) – Taliban and opposition forces were fighting on Saturday for control of the Panjshir Valley north of Kabul, the last province in Afghanistan holding out against the Islamist group, according to reports.

NEW YORK,  (Reuters) – Two-time champion Naomi Osaka’s U.S. Open title defence ended in tears yesterday, as she suffered a stunning defeat in the third round to Canadian Leylah Fernandez 5-7 7-6(2) 6-4, and told reporters she planned to take a break from the sport.

(Trinidad Guardian) Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley announced yesterday that places of worship will reopen from Monday (Sept 6), however, some restrictions apply as gatherings must not exceed 25 per cent of normal capacity, and services should be limited to one hour.

(Trinidad Guardian) Over 100 roofs were damaged in central Trinidad following the passing of a tropical wave on Thursday night.

Girls attending school can now feel more confident about their menstrual cycle with the launching of a Menstrual Hygiene Initiative by First Lady Arya Ali yesterday at the Anna Regina Multilateral Secondary School (ARMS) in Region Two. 

The People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) yesterday said that former President David Granger is only taking a “brief vacation” from his duties as party leader.

Still opposed to government-enforced measures for citizens to be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, the leadership of Upper Demerara-Upper Berbice is to shut down the region on Monday.

Six Upper Corentyne men were yesterday jointly charged with murdering Crabwood Creek Hindu priest, Rishi Bharrat, who was fatally beaten after he attempted to disperse persons who were behaving raucously in front of his residence on Saturday evening.

President Irfaan Ali has requested the reprogramming of previously approved Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) funds and the programming of new resources to help Guyana strengthen its capacity to respond to any future extreme climatic events and to build more resilient infrastructure.

A group of squatters at Block `X’ Plantation Herstelling (Cane View), East Bank Demerara who are in the path of the  Eccles to Great Diamond four-lane highway are to be relocated by the Ministry of Housing.

A Netherlands-based company which specialises in the removal and salvaging of maritime wrecks yesterday signed an almost $800 million contract to remove three sunken vessels from the Demerara River.

A Norton Street, Lodge, couple was yesterday charged with trafficking 151 lbs of cannabis which was allegedly found in their home.

Four new COVID-19 fatalities were yesterday reported along with 161 new cases of the virus.

A man who was wanted by the Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) for trafficking in cannabis was yesterday remanded after answering the charge.

Dear Editor, Teaching sessions for vocational programmes offered by the University of the West Indies (Open Campus) through the Guyana Online Academy of Learning (GOAL) scholarship programme commenced on July 26, 2021.

Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony says that Wednesday was a record day for vaccinations in the country with over 5,000 persons receiving their shot.

West Indies Women will be looking to end with a win over South Africa Women today at 15.30 hours and draw the three-match WT20I series.

Dear Editor, Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has taken note of a letter published in the Friday, September 3, 2021 edition of the Stabroek news titled “GWI’s well is surrounded by floodwaters in the middle of a cemetery at Fyrish Village.”

The Region Two COVID-19 vaccination programme for adolescents saw strong support yesterday at the rolling out at the Anna Regina Multilateral Secondary School (ARMS).

Dear Editor, First I would like to commend the EPA for stepping out of its comfort zone, I was overwhelmed when a staff member visited my place of residence accompanied by a Sergeant from the Kitty Police Station on Saturday 14th, August, 2021 to investigate the numerous complaints of noise abuse emanating from the (roadside) restaurant and bar known as Lisa Restaurant and Bar.

A cook died after being struck in the head by an excavator boom while it was being used to remove a fallen tree. 

Dear Editor, I wish to highlight my concerns about the policy of certain companies to require employees to be vaccinated or produce a negative Polymerase Chain Reaction, (PCR) test every week or every two weeks before reporting for duty.

Approximately one thousand residents are now beneficiaries of new water service connections and an improved supply in Moraikobai, Region 5.

Dear Editor, Once again, the scourge of noise nuisance is in the news following the tragic and gruesome killing of Pandit Rishi Bharrat.

The draft Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) terms of scope (ToS) for Esso Exploration and Production Limited’s (EEPGL) proposed gas-to-energy project has been completed.

Dear Editor, During the month of January, 2021, my records at N.I.S

Dear Editor, A Leader of the Opposition is a significant public office holder who is accountable for what he or she says.

WASHINGTON,  (Reuters) – During a 2016 presidential debate, then-candidate Donald Trump made a statement that seemed brash at the time: If he were elected and got the chance to nominate justices to the U.S.

As the police investigation into the murders of Guyana Defence Force (GDF) Lance Corporal Daniel Fraser and his girlfriend, Shanicka Forde continues, one person remains in custody and the hunt is on for a second individual.

For singer Joel Dudhnath being one of the ten winners of the recent Guyana Talent Search show has served as a springboard to jumpstart his career.

SYDNEY,  (Reuters) – The Federated States of Micronesia will tap a U.S.

Yeşim Oruç (left), new United Nations Resident Coordinator to Guyana, presented her letters of credence to Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd yesterday  at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

There is no one absolute recipe for garam masala. Each continent, each country, each county, region, and household has its own proprietary blend.

Dear Editor, It used to be said that “when America sneezes, the rest of the world catches a cold”.

Dear Editor, None of the studious Parliamentarians over the last ten years seem to have noted that the Annual Budget is consistently submitted for their approval without any mention of the position of Chief Fire Officer.

Guyana Amazon Warriors lead coach, Rayon Griffith believes that his side will have to produce complete performances as they head into the latter stages of the Caribbean Premier League.

WELLINGTON,  (Reuters) – New Zea-land police yesterday shot and killed a knife-wielding “extremist” who was known to authorities, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said, after he stabbed and wounded at least six people in a supermarket.

History will be made on 7 September 2021, when the inaugural CARICOM-Africa Summit is convened.

After taking a digital detox from Instagram for close to eight months, I reopened my account only to have it disabled for violating the community terms.

Dear Editor, I noted with some concern the vitriolic attack on the PNC by a writer in today’s newspapers to the effect that the PPP did so much for the Amerindians and that the PNC did nothing for the Amerindian Community.

An emergency medical responder who on Wednesday allegedly overtook a double lane of traffic on Mandela Avenue, Georgetown, was yesterday brought before the court on several traffic charges.

TOKYO,  (Reuters) – Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said in a surprise move yesterday he would step down, setting the stage for a new premier after a one-year tenure marred by an unpopular COVID-19 response and sinking public support.

Reigning Miss Guyana Teen Scholar Devya Singh will crown a new queen at the Miss Guyana Teen Scholarship virtual pageant that will be hosted live tonight.

GUATEMALA CITY,  (Reuters) – Prosecutors in Guatemala have begun an investigation into allegations that Russian businessmen paid a bribe to President Alejandro Giammattei to obtain a dock in one of the country’s main ports, the attorney general’s office said yesterday.

Cyclist, Walter Grant-Stuart, Guyana’s first and only representative at the ongoing 16th Paralympic Games, unfortunately was the last finisher in the men’s Time Trial and Road Race events.

NEW YORK, (Reuters) – German Angelique Kerber triumphed in the battle of the former champions yesterday, downing Sloane Stephens 5-7 6-2 6-3 to reach the fourth round of the U.S.

LABREA, Brazil,  (Reuters) – Thick smoke billowed above Brazil’s Amazon jungle as fire tore through butchered rainforest and discarded trees littered the scorched earth like dead matchsticks, burnt and black.

BECKENHAM, England, CMC – West Indies Under-19s are set to clash in their opening one-day game against the hosts here today, with head coach Rohan Nurse stressing the importance of focussing on development throughout the six-match tour.

(BBC) A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault after colliding with England cricketer Jonny Bairstow on the second day of the fourth Test at the Kia Oval.

NEW YORK,  (Reuters) – Fearless Carlos Alcaraz would not be distracted by a Stefanos Tsitsipas mid-match bathroom break holding his focus to upset the Greek third seed 6-3 6-4 7-6 (2) 0-6 7-6 (5) yesterday and advancing to the fourth round of the U.S.

(BBC) Ollie Pope struck 81 and Chris Woakes 50 but England’s fourth Test against India remains tantalisingly poised after a see-saw second day at The Kia Oval.

Are you a pro-vaxxer or anti-vaxxer? Pro-oil or anti-oil? What’s your stance on Afghanistan or the rise of China?

Government has signed a new contract to add two more air bridges to the existing four at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Timehri.

SANTIAGO,  (Reuters) – Chile yesterday reasserted its claim to undersea territory off its southern coast in a dispute with Argentina, which has said Santiago’s move violates international treaties.

MEXICO CITY, Mexico, CMC – Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz agonisingly conceded an 89th minute goal as their quest to reach next year’s World Cup in Qatar began with a 2-1 defeat to CONCACAF powerhouses Mexico here late Thursday.

A four-wicket haul from Guyana legspinner, Ushardeva Balgobin spun Meten-Meer-Zorg (MMZ) to a 49-run win over Brooklyn Falcons yesterday.

Dear Editor, Matters get murkier by the day here with how PPP leaders manage our oil. 

(Reuters) – British-based Brain injury association Headway has again called for a ban on boxing after the death of Mexican teenager Jeanette Zacarias Zapata following a bout in Canada last weekend.

MANCHESTER, England, (Reuters) – Proposals to hold the World Cup every two years, being pushed by governing body FIFA, are set to be opposed by UEFA and Europe’s leading clubs, sources have told Reuters.

NEW YORK, (Reuters) – Russian Daniil Medvedev ripped through third-round opponent Pablo Andujar 6-0 6-4 6-3 yesterday, his third win in under two hours at this year’s U.S.

Are young people safe in Guyana? Are they protected? Names like Neesa Gopaul, Isaiah and Joel Henry, Haresh Singh and Shonette Dover are only a few of those who were not safe.

NEW YORK, (Reuters) – Garbine Muguruza pushed past one of the best players to ever grace the Flushing Meadows hardcourts yesterday, taming Victoria Azarenka 6-4 3-6 6-2 to reach the fourth round of the U.S.

Persons with loans who were at risk of defaulting during the COVID-19 pandemic benefitted from policies implemented by the Government, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) noted.