The Opposition’s Mandate
DEMOCRACY depends on more than the party that governs. It also depends on the party that challenges it. Attorney-General Anil Nandlall, SC, made that point on the Starting Point podcast, and his appeal deserves a serious hearing. The Opposition represents tens of thousands of Guyanese, and those citizens are entitled to a voice on […]
Public service without applause: Lessons from Gail Teixeira’s career
Dear Editor, THERE are some lives measured in years, and there are others measured by the difference they make. The life and public service of the Hon. Gail Teixeira belong firmly to the latter. For decades, she has given herself to Guyana and its people, dedicating her energy, intellect, conviction and strength to nation-building, […]
Alfred turns the page: Sprint queen donates 50 books to inspire Saint Lucian youth
GROS ISLET, St. Lucia, (CMC) — JULIEN Alfred has built her reputation on speed, but last Friday, the Olympic sprint champion showed the power of giving back. At her alma mater, Ciceron Primary School, Alfred donated 50 copies of “Peanut and the Julien Alfred Visit” to Diverse Classroom Books, a Saint Lucian charity dedicated to […]
Cameron: West Indies should consider International cricket pullout over financial crisis
KINGSTON, Jamaica, (CMC) — FORMER Cricket West Indies president Dave Cameron has urged the regional governing body to consider pulling out of international cricket if its financial struggles continue, saying such a move may be necessary to force the International Cricket Council to take notice. CWI is undergoing major changes to its structures and […]
More than 80 horses confirmed for Showdown of Champions stakes
CLOSE to 100 horses are confirmed to run at Sunday’s Showdown of Champions. The stage is set for a thrilling race meet at the Port Mourant Turf Club on Sunday, October 18, 2026. It was confirmed that the Port Mourant Sprint Stakes will feature Hot N Lucky, Barbara, Order & Progress and Grande Rainha. The […]
Jordan game-worn 1998 NBA Finals jersey sells for US$14 million
MIAMI — A GAME-WORN, autographed Michael Jordan road jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals has been privately sold for US$14 million, an auction house announced Monday, calling it the highest price ever paid for a piece of basketball memorabilia. Pennsylvania-based Hunt Auctions announced the private treaty sale and identified the buyer as Miami real estate […]
Kyrie Irving returns to Mavs, dazzles in China pre-season game
MACAO, China — THE Dallas Mavericks called a play for Kyrie Irving on the opening possession of his first game in 586 days, much to the delight of the Venetian Arena sellout crowd that roared when the eight-time All-Star caught the ball on the right wing. Irving delivered, driving by Jabari Smith Jr. for […]
Litton Das century puts Bangladesh in control
THE wicket-keeper batsman Litton Das on Monday struck a splendid century as Bangladesh strengthened their grip on the one-off Test against Afghanistan, setting the hosts a daunting target of 479 runs on the fourth day at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Afghanistan reached 132-3 in their second innings at stumps and they […]
Mexico holds No. 1 as Jamaica, Haiti and Curaçao climb CONCACAF rankings
MIAMI, Florida, (CMC) — MEXICO remains at the top of CONCACAF, but the latest Men’s National Team Rankings show movement behind them after the 2026/2027 CONCACAF Nations League and the September/October international window. Mexico (2,097) stays first, with the United States (1,877) second after friendlies. Canada (1,821), Panama (1,655) and Costa Rica (1,534) hold […]
Shazim Mohamed spins TSC to 34-run win over DCC in the final
ON a day blessed with brilliant sunshine at Transport Sports Club ground (TSC) the defeated DCC by 34 runs in a low scoring final of the Georgetown Cricket Association (GCA) U-17 Eline Security INC Logistics 50-over cricket tournament for teams in the city. In a contest in which both teams were dismissed well inside of […]
