Bruxism (teeth grinding)
BRUXISM is linked to psychological stress as a necessary component. While mental tension provides the spark to start this habit and the fuel to continue it, this energy comes from the individual’s genetically determined drives and needs. Any unsatisfied need or interference with one’s satisfaction, which may be experienced as frustration, anger or fear, may […]
SOME BOYHOOD EXPERIENCES TEACH A FEARSOME LESSON THAT WE MUST EXPLORE AND UNDERSTAND BEYOND OUR FEARS TO TEACH WHAT WE DO NOT UNDERSTAND FULLY NOW…
SOME years ago, over the Christmas holidays, a friend and I visited our tailor to get ready for the Boxing Night party. Our tailor was our regular tailor; we called him that, and he was honest enough to tell us that he was packed for overseas, so we were ready. We saw a small crowd […]
Skilled professionals increasingly choosing government jobs
-as the public service expands, modernises, offers competitive pay, Minister Ally says AN increasing number of professionals are leaving the private sector to join the public service, according to Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, who said the trend is helping government build a more skilled workforce. Ally made […]
Potable water access has improved greatly under PPP/C administration – GWI
-says challenges are being addressed, significant work still being undertaken THE following is the full text of the Guyana Water Incorporated’s response to public commentary on its mandate and matters concerning its delivery of potable water: “GUYANA Water Incorporated (GWI) wishes to respond to recent public commentary by Gordon Moseley concerning the state […]
Guyana, Jamaica sign tourism MoU at SOTIC 2026
THE Governments of Guyana and Jamaica have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral co-operation in tourism and hospitality, deepen longstanding relations between the two countries, and create new opportunities for collaboration and investment. The agreement was signed by Guyana’s Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues, and Jamaica’s Minister of […]
Black Bush Polder transformation continues
-as MP Hussain urges residents to monitor infrastructure works By Bebi Shafeah Oosman THE transformation of Black Bush Polder, Region Six, continues to gain momentum as more roads that were once muddy and difficult to traverse are being upgraded to asphaltic concrete surfaces, bringing improved accessibility and greater convenience to residents. Member […]
Hospitality Institute to be completed by year end – Minister Rodrigues
THE Hospitality and Tourism Training Institute (HTTI), currently under construction at Port Mourant, Berbice, is approximately 80 per cent complete and is expected to be fully completed by the end of 2026. Providing a progress report of the project, Minister of Tourism Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodrigues held a meeting with the Minister of […]
Panama earthquake: Tsunami warnings issued after magnitude 7.7 quake
-Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Chile put on high alert A MAGNITUDE 7.7 earthquake has hit southern Panama, triggering tsunami warnings across Central and South America. The US National Weather Service issued tsunami warnings for Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua and Guatemala on Friday following the quake. Chile’s naval Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service also […]
MOM hands over new house to elderly couple
Gafsons Industries secures certification for three locally manufactured products
GAFSONS Industries Limited has strengthened its commitment to quality manufacturing, with three locally produced products now certified under the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) Product Certification Programme and authorised to carry the National Standards Mark. The company’s latest achievement is the certification of its 1,700-litre rotationally moulded polyethylene water storage tank, making it the […]
