Articles published on Monday, February 17, 2025
Six members of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) were shot this afternoon, when an army boat came under attack in the Cuyuni River, Region 7, by whom the police described as individuals believed to be associated with sindicatos, an armed Venezuelan gang.
Four men — Andra Stewart, Nya John, Negus Lamaizon and Matthew Jahlu — have been charged and placed on $1.9m bail each following an investigation into the armed robbery of four Chinese nationals and another man.
MOSCOW, (Reuters) – A drone strike has hit a pumping station on a oil pipeline in Russia, reducing flows from Kazakhstan to world markets pumped by Western firms including Chevron CVX.N
VALLE DE GUADALUPE, Mexico, (Reuters) – With the threat of a 25% U.S.
(Jamaica Gleaner) The Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority, JCAA, which regulates the country’s airways, plans to ease congestion in the skies by implementing new software and systems to assist air traffic controllers.
(Trinidad Guardian) In what residents described as a murderous crime spree, a gang of criminals went on a rampage in Tabaquite, starting their onslaught with murder before executing three robberies and one home invasion on Saturday night.
BEIJING, (Reuters) – President Xi Jinping held a rare, highly choreographed meeting on Monday with some of the biggest names in China’s technology sector, including Alibaba 9988.HK
Former Auditor General Anand Goolsarran says that instead of the government unleashing criticism of its four years of consecutive negative reviews on Transparency International’s (TI) Corruption Perception Index (CPI), it should look at ways to improve its ranking.
The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for ExxonMobil’s proposed seventh oil extraction project – Hammerhead – has been submitted to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), according to a public notice in yesterday’s Sunday Stabroek which stated that the EIA and the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) have been tendered.
The People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is moving to amend the law to now allow for 11 Court of Appeal judges up from the nine it had proposed in 2022, Attorney General (AG) Anil Nandlall has said, noting that there is a backlog.
Frustrated by the persistent damage caused by heavy laden trucks traversing the street while it is under construction, residents of Holmes Street blocked the road with pallets on Saturday night.
The East Coast Mash Cup delivered an electrifying night of football action on Saturday at the Golden Grove Community Ground; Victoria Kings beat Fruta Conquerors to take the title, while Ann’s Grove defeated Airy Hall securing third place.
The 12-year-old girl who was reported missing three weeks ago was found in New Amsterdam, Berbice by the police.
Diana Chapman achieved a remarkable milestone by earning the coveted Soca Monarch crown in her hometown of Linden with her song “Welcome to my Home” on Saturday.
– Gold is Money clinch third place The Mashramani Street Football Championship concluded in electrifying fashion at the National Park Tarmac on Saturday night, with Talibans emerging as champions after a nail-biting penalty shootout victory over North East in the final.
The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) of the Ministry of Public Works has dismissed the “grossly misleading and mischievous” claims made in a Facebook post on Saturday, falsely accusing the Minister of Public Works and MARAD management of engaging in corrupt practices regarding the granting of cabotage exemptions.
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) has launched an investigation into controversial remarks made by David Hinds, leader of the Working People’s Alliance during his online show “Politics 101”, on Monday, February 10, 2025.
Stabroek News spoke to members of the public at Ann’s Grove, East Coast Demerara about the rising cost of living and how it is affecting them.
Over a month has passed since 14-year-old Kelvin Fraser, a student at West Demerara Secondary School, was violently attacked by a group of 17 boys during a break at school.
A retrial has been ordered in the case of State v.
(Reuters) – Ukraine and the United States need to discuss the fate of mineral deposits in areas captured by Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, as Washington negotiates with Kyiv to open up Ukraine’s natural wealth to U.S.
Renton Reeks and Natasha Morrison appeared on Friday before Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court where they were separately charged for assault, use of threatening language, and larceny.
MUNICH (Reuters) – The United States has asked its European allies what they would need from Washington to participate in Ukraine security arrangements, according to a document seen by Reuters.
– did not receive GCCI 2023 report Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud said on Saturday that she had not received the Psychological Needs Assessment Report on the survivors of the 2023 Mahdia dormitory fire developed by the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI).
Sophia resident, William Goodasual, appeared on Monday before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates Court charged with larceny.
TAIPEI (Reuters) – The U.S. State Department has removed a statement on its website that it does not support Taiwan independence, among changes that the island’s government praised on Sunday as supporting Taiwan.
Dear Editor, As we approach February 23rd, I can’t help but notice the near deafening silence surrounding Mashramani, our country’s grand celebration of Republic Day.
Dear Editor, I refer to a letter in the S.N. of 13th Feb.
The Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) of Guyana has expressed its concern at the increasing level of religious intolerance expressed on social media regarding the recently inaugurated Shiva Murti on the Essequibo Coast and has issued cautionary warnings to several individuals as well as called for respect and religious tolerance by all.
(Reuters) – Rwandan-backed M23 rebels advanced on Sunday into the centre of Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, meeting little resistance from government troops, witnesses and the armed group said, as Congo accused Rwanda of ignoring calls for a ceasefire.
Youth football development in the West Demerara region received a major boost as the Pouderoyen Football Club (PFC), with the backing of the National Sports Commission (NSC), officially launched an Under-13 football tournament on Sunday at the West Demerara Secondary School.
Ariel Masters and Regal Legends were crowned champions in their respective categories when the Georgetown Softball Cricket League Republic Cup T20 tournament concluded yesterday at Police Sports Club, Eve Leary.
(SportsMax) Barbadian all-rounder Deandra Dottin delivered a match-winning performance on Sunday, blasting an unbeaten 33 off just 18 balls to propel Gujarat Giants Women to their first victory in the Women’s Premier League (WPL).
(Reuters) – Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo broke the world half marathon record with a time of 56 minutes and 41 seconds in Barcelona on Sunday, 49 seconds faster than the previous mark set by Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha in October.
OAKLAND (Reuters) – Victor Wembanyama said that while the Mavericks’ fanbase is still reeling from the franchise’s stunning decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Lakers, he believes Dallas can still contend for an NBA championship.
(Cricinfo) Eden Gardens, the home ground of IPL 2024 champions Kolkata Knight Riders, will host both the tournament opener of IPL 2025 on March 22 and the final on May 25.
(Cricinfo) Curtis Campher produced another brilliant all-round display to lay the platform for Ireland’s series-levelling win in Harare.
(Reuters) – Former world number one Daniil Medvedev said he hopes other players can also reach settlements with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) after Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner accepted an immediate three-month doping ban on Saturday.
Dear Editor, Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) Chairperson, retired Justice Claudette Singh S.C.,
(Trinidad Express) APPROXIMATELY 25,573 rounds of 5.56 ammunition in reserve for the Trinidad and Tobago Regiment (TTR) were discovered missing earlier this month during a physical examination at the Cumuto Barracks.
By John Firth John Firth BSc (Hons), PGDip, FRGS, FRMetSoc, FRSA, MRTPI Is Honorary Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Liverpool.
This year’s analysis showed again how fossil fuel corruption undermines climate efforts, including in the United States.
Not unsurprisingly, the Minister of Parliamen-tary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira has mounted a defence of her government’s record against corruption in light of this year’s Trans-parency International (TI) report which again puts the country in an unflattering light.
JERUSALEM (Reuters) – Israel has received a shipment of heavy MK-84 bombs from the United States, after U.S.
(Reuters) – Athletic Bilbao’s LaLiga game at Espanyol was temporarily halted after visiting striker Inaki Williams reported alleged racist abuse towards teammate Maroan Sannadi in Sunday’s 1-1 draw.
Rocky Alleyne was acquitted of rape on Tuesday after a jury deliberated for more than four hours before reaching a unanimous not-guilty verdict.
The annual LFS Burnham Commemorative Cycle Road Race, sponsored by the Burnham Foundation, delivered an exciting showdown yesterday as top local cyclists battled for supremacy on the road.
