Daily Archive: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

BRASILIA, (Reuters) – A majority of judges on Brazil’s Supreme Court reviewing charges against former President Jair Bolsonaro today voted for him to stand trial for allegedly conspiring to overthrow the government after he lost a 2022 election.

This motor lorry toppled on the Supply Public Road, East Bank Demerara today.

(Jamaica Gleaner) The Trump administration has signalled to regional leaders that it has little interest in discussing the Cuban medical mission programme when Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in the Caribbean today.

(Trinidad Guardian) The Court of Appeal has overturned a judge’s decision to uphold a novel constitutional challenge over this country’s homophobic buggery and serious indecency laws.

UISEONG COUNTY, South Korea,  (Reuters) – The death toll in the wildfires raging across South Korea’s southeastern region rose to 24 and the pilot of a firefighting helicopter was killed when the aircraft crashed today, as the country battles some of its worst forest fires in decades.

In the face of Venezuela’s aggression against Guyana, the United States says that the security of this country is a key priority for it and Washington will work with Georgetown towards security cooperation, US Special Envoy for Latin America, Mauricio Claver-Carone yesterday said.

-as gov’t, Hess, Mount Sinai extend partnership World class cancer care is one of the promises emanating from the extended  collaboration between Hess Corporation, Mount Sinai Health System and the Govern-ment of Guyana.

Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand yesterday officially commissioned the US$1.9 million Hopetown Practical Instructional Centre at Mahaica, Region Five.

Seeindra Marimutoo called ‘Chicken Man’, a 44-year-old self-employed resident of Portuguese Quarters in Corentyne, Berbice, was arrested on March 21st 2025 and charged on Monday with the offence of incitement to commit murder, in relation to Marciano Michel Nelson called ‘Dutchie’.

The Indigenous Peoples’ Commission (IPC) recognized Acting Guyana Defence Force Lieutenant Colonel Kirk Marlock in a ceremony celebrating his promotion and 22 years of service to the nation.

Following a comprehensive aviation security assessment at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Timehri in Guyana by a delegation from the Republic of Panama’s Civil Aviation Authority, the governments of Guyana and Panama have reached an agreement to eliminate the requirement for re-screening of passengers travelling between the two countries, a Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) release yesterday announced.   

One person was injured in a fire that gutted a Vreed-en-Hoop restaurant and dwelling yesterday morning and two persons managed to escape.

Tensions flared yesterday in Letter Kenny, Corentyne, as government supporters clashed with businessman Azruddin Mohamed during his scheduled rounds to meet with residents.

A 22-year-old man with autism is now at the centre of drama in his family, with claims by some members that he is being put out of his home to live in a “pen” that other family members knocked up for him in the yard.

The Ministry of Education recently commissioned the Beterverwagting Practical Instruction Centre, a facility designed to enhance technical and vocational education.

NEW YORK, (Reuters) – Top U.S. oil major ExxonMobil (XOM.N) asked regulators to block changes proposed by the Colonial Pipeline to its fuel shipping terms, citing potential harm to shippers and consumers, a filing with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) showed.

The Cheddi Jagan Inter-national Airport (CJIA), Timehri  is undergoing extensive upgrades to meet international standards, with negotiations for the Terminal Two contract in the final stages.

Gold Cup Prelims – lose 3-4 on aggregate in valiant display Guyana’s hopes of qualifying for their second CONCACAF Gold Cup were extinguished last evening, as they lost 0-2 to hosts Guatemala last evening at the Estadio Cementos Progreso.

Dear Editor, On February 25, 2025, the United States Department of State through Secretary of State Marco Rubio, announced the expansion of an existing Cuba-related visa restriction policy applying to current or former Cuban government officials, including foreign government officials and their immediate family, who are believed to be responsible for, or involved in, the Cuban labour export programme, particularly Cuba’s overseas medical missions.

After several rounds of keenly-contested action, Zeeburg Secondary held off Berbice High School to emerge as the victor in the 2024 J.O.F

The police in Berbice are continuing their search for Avinesh Naidoo, the driver implicated in the hit-and-run incident on Line Path Public Road that claimed the lives of two.

Dear Editor, The recent rhetoric at the 28th anniversary celebration of Dr.

Yosmel Peres Cisnero, a 39-year-old Cuban was arrested on March 14th 2025 and charged on Monday with illegal entry, the police said in a release.

Dear Editor,  I felt a gentle vibration in my pocket and reached inside for my phone.

A 23-year-old man appeared on Monday before Magistrate Fabayo Azore at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court to answer to the charge of possession of a firearm and ammunition.

Dear Editor, Guyanese who cling to the beliefs of Islam  and Christianity would appreciate the significance of observing the  holy month of Ramadan and the holy period of Lent in the same month.

Police have arrested the male suspect who was captured on CCTV footage entering the Ministry of Housing Annex on the night of March 2nd 2025.

WASHINGTON/MOSCOW/KYIV, (Reuters) – The United States reached separate deals yesterday with Ukraine and Russia to pause their attacks at sea and against energy targets, with Washington agreeing to push to lift some sanctions against Moscow.

Dear Editor, In a strong endorsement of President Ali and his government’s management of Guyana’s economic policies, Reuters reported on January 17, 2025, that the economy grew by an impressive 43.6 percent in 2024.

WASHINGTON,  (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order yesterday that would require  voters to prove they are U.S.

Dear Editor, I write in response to three related news items (March 24) – US State Department release on Secretary of State Marco Rubio coming to Guyana (Caribbean) to address American regional concerns; President Trump’s announcement tightening sanctions on Venezuela; and President Ali’s remark expressing willingness to work with USA on addressing regional challenges.

A 35-year-old vendor, Alpha Poole, appeared yesterday at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty charged with discharging a loaded firearm.

PORT-AU-PRINCE,  (Reuters) – An officer from the Kenyan multinational security support (MSS) mission went missing in Haiti on Tuesday after an incident involving gangs, the MSS said in a statement.

Dear Editor, Guyana does not currently have a tax treaty with the U.S.

-mayor says demolition approved by council A video making the rounds on Facebook has sparked public interest and speculation, as it seemingly depicts Georgetown councillor, Dexter Forde, involved in the removal of a fence in Festival City, Georgetown.

WASHINGTON/HOUSTON,  (Reuters) – A U.S. plan to slap tariffs on countries buying sanctioned Venezuelan oil marks an unprecedented, and potentially potent, mixture of punitive economic measures against a geopolitical foe that Washington could replicate against other countries like Russia and Iran, analysts said.

WASHINGTON,  (Reuters) – The U.S. added six subsidiaries of Inspur Group, China’s leading cloud computing and big data service provider, and dozens of other Chinese entities to its export restriction list on Tuesday.

Dear Editor, As a professional with over a decade of experience in the tourism and hospitality industry overseas, I strongly believe that Guyana must prioritize the development of a stronger tourism product and infrastructure.

MEXICO CITY,  (Reuters) – Mexico’s security minister said yesterday there was no evidence that a so-called “ranch of horror” strewn with human remains was an “extermination camp” but rather it was a cartel training site where those who resisted recruitment were killed.

The Mayor and City Council (M&CC) is urging citizens to honour their tax obligations before the end of this month to avoid additional charges on their accounts, which will take effect from April 1.

WASHINGTON,  (Reuters) –  The Trump administration sought yesterday to contain the fallout after a magazine journalist disclosed he had been inadvertently included in a secret group discussion of highly sensitive war plans, while Democrats called on top officials to resign over the security incident.

The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) has officially released a provisional list of athletes who have qualified or been shortlisted for the 2025 CARIFTA Games in Trinidad.

Derick Scipio, called ‘Kingsize’, a 57-year-old farmer of Lot 6 Bee Hive Village, East Coast Demerara, was arrested on March 21st 2025 and charged yesterday by ranks of the Cove and John Police Station with inflicting grievous bodily harm on Hardial Boodhoo, called ‘Bayo’ which occurred on March 19th March 2025 at Bee Hive Village.

Indian Premier League (ESPNcricinfo) New (or returning) players have hogged the limelight this first week of IPL 2025 and it was no different in Ahmedabad where last season’s title-winning captain announced himself in grand style.

Bartica T20 League Super Strikers overcame Gladiators by 10 runs when the inaugural Bartica Premier League (BPL) T20 Championship continued at Daag Point ground.

The combination of Semonica Duke and Tonnica Dey won the Female RX title, while the team of Omisi Williams and Kellon Reid prevailed in the Male RX category in the KFC Fitness Challenge at the National Park, Thomas Lands.

Camptown FC will stage its Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Electoral Congress on Sunday at the Campbellville Community Centre.

Commissioner T20 Cricket Region #2 and Tactical Services Unit (TSU) stormed into the semifinal round of the Commissioner T20 Cricket Championship, following commanding wins against Region #5 and Regions #4 A/B, respectively, at the Police Sports Club Ground, Eve Leary.

The Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with its Paraguayan counterpart, paving the way for enhanced collaboration and development in the local sports sector.

Cheddi/Janet Jagan Memorial Windball Cricket Annandale Secondary recorded wins in the boy’s and girl’s divisions, respectively, when the Cheddi/Janet Jagan Memorial Windball Cricket Championship continued at the Enterprise Community Centre Ground.

By Hippolyte Fofack WASHINGTON, DC – Back in 2015, then-Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta warned the Pan-African Parliament about the dangers of development assistance.

As Guyana transforms globally and locally, with new investments, more businesses, there is a need now more than ever for young people to pursue their goals relentlessly and break the chains of what is considered normal, for normal is simply the limitation and conformity of one to mediocrity.

Dear Editor,  The Linden Town Council (LTC) is reeling from the free bridge tolls announcement, effective August 1 (SN Mar 25).

Last Sunday evening, “60 Minutes”, the most successful American television broadcast in history, featured a segment with an interview of George Clooney.

(Trinidad Express) Gunmen killed a Penal labourer in his yard, then drove over his body with his car as they fled the scene.