Daily Archive: Saturday, September 24, 2022

The Guyana Ministry of Foreign Affairs today said that it is evident that diplomatic engagement with Suriname has so far not reaped the desired outcome as it relates to SK fishing licences for Guyanese fishermen.

The Special Organised Crime Unit yesterday said that Shamar Anphaney Barrow is wanted for questioning in relation to money laundering  and other financial crimes. 

STEPHENVILLE, Newfoundland, (Reuters) – Powerful storm Fiona ripped into eastern Canada today with hurricane-force winds, forcing evacuations, knocking down trees and powerlines, and reducing many homes on the coast to “just a pile of rubble in the ocean.”

NEW YORK, (Reuters) – China has accused the United States of sending “very wrong, dangerous signals” on Taiwan after the U.S.

WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – President Joe Biden, first lady Jill Biden and about 2,000 fans yesterday basked in a performance at the White House by musical legend and activist Elton John, who is on a lengthy farewell tour in the United States.

BRASILIA/RIO DE JANEIRO,  (Reuters) – U.S. diplomats have assured Brazil’s leading presidential candidate, leftist former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, that they will swiftly recognize the winner of next month’s election, two sources told Reuters, seeking to avert any attempt to contest a legitimate result or sow chaos after the vote.

DENVER/HOUSTON, (Reuters) – Exxon Mobil XOM.N temporarily halted maintenance at an East Texas oil drilling facility after a fatality this week, which was at least the second death this year of a contractor at one of its Texas production sites.

(Barbados Nation) Caricom member states have been challenged to hold frank discussions on managed migration to support each other’s developmental priorities.

(Trinidad Express) Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Reginald Armour has reiterated his stance for Trinidad and Tobago to make the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) the final appellate court, replacing the United Kingdom-based Privy Council.

During what was called the initial meeting for negotiation, the government on Friday informed persons whose lands fall within the path of the gas pipeline, to be run from the Stabroek Block to Wales, West Bank Demerara that it is willing to pay them between $1 million and $4 million per acre.

After more than a decade of lobbying by sweeper cleaners in public schools about their paltry salaries and non-permanent status, government yesterday announced that with immediate effect changes would give them minimum wage but with full-time contracts and  gratuity.

As the probe into the multi-million dollar gold theft from a Mahaica, East Coast Demerara dealer widens, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) yesterday issued wanted bulletin for three more suspects in the crime and reported the recovery of more of the precious metal.

The Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) has won its case against Richie Shaw, of Padrak Poultry Depot, who was fined $4.9 million or in default will have to serve one year in prison for smuggling chicken into the country.

Although she tried to escape, a 25-year-old Rural Constable was yesterday morning killed after she was run over by a car driven by a Police Sergeant, who took his own life afterward.

President Irfaan Ali on Wednesday called on the developed countries to reexamine the financial gaps and debt portfolio of developing countries, while noting that it is a critical move for those countries to be able to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and other external shocks.

Buoyed by successive wins against the Jamaica Tallawahs and the St Lucia Kings, the Guyana Amazon Warriors cricket team will look to cement their spot in the last four of the Caribbean Premier League with a victory over arch-rival the Trinbago Knight Riders.

Civil society group Article 13 has written to President Irfaan Ali requesting that he authorise the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) to disclose particulars of the tax payments made or provided for on behalf of the Stabroek Block partners, ExxonMobil Guyana, CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Limited and Hess Guyana Exploration Limited for the past three years.

The University of Guyana (UG) has launched a new course aimed at raising awareness about gender-based violence (GBV) and fostering resilience. 

Although she missed out on her big moment to walk on stage for the first time with her crown and sash after another contestant was mistakenly crowned, Miss Ameridian Heritage 2022 Kristie Emily Rambharat remains focused on using her platform to secure opportunities for school dropouts and teenage mothers in her community.

Wole Soyinka’s Nigerian play “Death and the King’s Horseman” is easily remembered as one of the essential works of late 20th century African drama.

Dear Editor, The President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Guyana (ICAG), Harryram Parmesar, published a letter in Stabroek News, dated September 23, 2022, captioned “ICAG pursues measures that are ultimately in the public’s interest.”

Among the activities for the ongoing Cricket Carnival is a pageant that will be contested by young women representing the six Caribbean countries participating in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL).

The Management of the Guyana/Suriname Ferry Service yesterday announced that the M.V.

You must try this! It is going to be one of the more enjoyable breads you will boast of having made and eaten.

The Chairman of the Regional Democratic Council (RDC) of Region One (Barima-Waini) has denied reports that the administration indiscriminately fired several sweeper-cleaners, who had been attached to schools within the Moruca Sub-Region but had not been paid for work done.

Dear Editor, I learned from the media that Dr. Veersammy Ramayya did the unheard of in Guyana -he resigned from a senior public service role for the second time. 

A 35-year-old security officer was on Friday remanded to prison after he was charged with the murder of a man at Kaneville.

From the much anticipated food festival on Main Street to a chic Soca and Wine concept party in the Marriott parking lot, Cricket Carnival events go into full gear this weekend.

Dear Editor, I refer to Mr. Ravi Dev’s letter published on Sunday, September 18th 2022 edition of the Stabroek News captioned, “LAPOP survey suggests vast majority of Guyanese want a strong leader handing out bread.”

A businessman behind Micro Business Developers and Consultancy Company and one of his employees appeared in a city court yesterday where they were jointly charged with fraud.

(Reuters) – Iraqi sculptor Khaled Al-Abadi’s carefully chiselled engravings of lions, chariots, and birds decorate his Mosul workshop – the fulfilment of a dream to “to recreate what was demolished” during turbulent years of war.

Dear Editor, My September 17, 2022 letter, “Land of the Cacophonous,” was alluded to by Shamshun Mohamed in his September 19, 2022 one, “DPP getting serious with noise nuisance.”

Rice Farmers in Region Two are still hoping that the prices for paddy would be increased as rice harvesting is in full swing in Region Two.

MILAN (Reuters) – Simplicity and contrasts were the main themes at the Prada catwalk show in Milan on Thursday, with the Italian luxury label stripping off “unnecessary complication” in its latest womenswear collection.

NEW YORK/LONDON (Reuters) – U.S. and European stocks tumbled on Friday, the dollar scaled a 22-year high and bonds sold off again as fears grew that a central bank prescription of raising interest rates to tame inflation will drag major economies into recession.

Dear Editor, Last night, I went to an amazing and exciting cricket game at Providence Stadium.

(Jamaica Observer) The teenage boy convicted of raping, buggering, and strangling to death a nine-year-old girl in 2018 has been sentenced to life in prison with eligibility for parole after 23 years and nine months.

Devalle Noble, who performs under the name Dancehall Gad, is getting set to release his first album at the end of this year, out of the IQ Studio.

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) – The Western argument to internationally isolate Russia over its Feb.

Dear Editor,Could you publicly inquire of the EPA what are the rules for transporting toxic material or toxic containers on our roads?

Tenders were opened on Tuesday at the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) for the construction of drainage improvement and flood control structures for exit roads at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport, Timehri.

(Barbados Nation) Government will end the mask-wearing mandate and travel protocols related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) at midnight on Thursday in Barbados.

Dear Editor, Another murder accused has been freed. On September 19, Justice Sandil Kissoon ruled that the oral confession by 30-year-old Wayne Gilbert was inadmissible since it was unsigned by the accused and police had no other evidence against him.

LONDON (Reuters) – Britain’s new finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng unleashed historic tax cuts and huge increases in borrowing on Friday in an economic agenda that floored financial markets, sending sterling and British government bonds into freefall.

(Reuters) – When audiences tune into HBO Max’s Game of Thrones spin-off The House of the Dragon on Sunday, there will be a few changes.

The Ministry of Health on Friday reported 7 more COVID cases have been recorded after 209 tests were conducted.

LONDON, (Reuters) – It was surely unthinkable that Roger Federer’s trophy-laden career would end with a defeat but that is what transpired as the 41-year-old Swiss maestro lost alongside Rafa Nadal on an emotional night at the Laver Cup yesterday.

(Reuters) – Amateur boxing’s world governing body is preparing for a presidential vote in Armenia tomorrow with opponents of Russian incumbent Umar Kremlev warning that the sport’s Olympic future beyond 2024 is at stake.

Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, inserting whatever your zodiac sign is before the word season has become a cute, popular way for folks to acknowledge that their birthday is approaching.

Dear Editor, The idea of Guyana becoming a member of the UN Security Council is a good one if the focus is on preventing climate change.

Justice Claudette Singh’s 40-year judicial career, including stints as the Deputy Solicitor General, a Puisne Judge and a Justice of Appeal has been marked by professionalism, rectitude and discretion.

Boston Celtics majority owner Wyc Grousbeck said yesterday that the season-long suspension of head coach Ime Udoka came after an outside investigation turned up “substantial” evidence that Udoka had violated team rules.

(Reuters) – England’s Harry Brook and Ben Duckett combined for a brilliant partnership and the returning Mark Wood snared three wickets as the visitors beat Pakistan by 63 runs in the third Twenty20 in Karachi yesterday to take a 2-1 lead in the seven-match series.

(Reuters) – Skipper Rohit Sharma’s blazing knock lifted India to a six-wicket victory over Australia in an enthralling shortened second Twenty20 international in Nagpur yesterday to level the three-match series at 1-1.

ANKARA, (Reuters) – Turkey will send more than 3,000 riot police to Qatar to help secure World Cup stadiums and hotels in a security operation paid for by the competition hosts but under Turkish command, a Turkish Interior Ministry source said.

(Reuters) – Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has been charged with improper conduct by the Football Association (FA) for smashing a teenage fan’s phone to the ground following a defeat at Everton last season.

(Reuters) – The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has rebuked world champion Magnus Carlsen for abruptly conceding an online game against Hans Niemann while adding it shared the Norwegian’s concerns surrounding cheating in the sport.

DUBA (Reuters) – State-organised rallies took place in several Iranian cities on Friday to counter nationwide anti-government unrest triggered by the death of a woman in police custody, with marchers calling for the execution of “rioters”.

Fishermen are the latest group to receive cash grants from the government.

(Jamaican Observer) As outrage intensifies over the alleged rape of a student at a St Mary high school, the victim’s family has opted to pull her from the public education system.

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Anil Nandlall (seated second, from left) on Tuesday met with a delegation headed by Rob W.