Jabari Smith Jr., Rockets overwhelm undermanned Thunder
JABARI Smith Jr. scored 30 points, Marcus Smart added 24 with seven 3-pointers, and the host Houston Rockets rolled to a 119-98 victory over the depleted Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday. Smart started in place of Fred VanVleet (rest) and keyed an early charge. Smith and Alperen Sengun, who had 16 points, nine rebounds […]
Preparation was key to victory in first Test, says Sammy
DHAKA, Bangladesh, (CMC) – West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has pinpointed the team’s thorough preparations as the main reason behind the team’s success in the opening Test match against Bangladesh. The Windies demolished the home side by eight wickets inside four days at the Shere Bangla National Stadium to take a 1-0 lead […]
IMC O40s Masters World Cup… Thomas century powers West Indies to Shield title
RANDY Thomas struck a century as West Indies defeated India by 45 runs to win the Shield final and secure fifth place at the 2026 IMC Over-40s Cricket World Cup at the Georgetown Cricket Club, Bourda, on October 31. Thomas made 105 from 115 balls to anchor West Indies’ 309 for six from their allotted […]
Valkyries win WNBA title in their second season
THE Golden State Valkyries secured the Women’s NBA title in just their second season with a 68-63 victory over the Atlanta Dream. After the Dream levelled the seven-match series on Thursday, Gabby Williams starred for the Valkyries with 30 points to seal the win in the first Game Seven in WNBA Finals history. Williams also […]
‘There must be accountability wherever the evidence leads’
–Investigation into Gavin Douglas’s death to be conducted with urgency –Home Affairs Minister says as OPR begins investigation Home Affairs Minister Oneidge Walrond has called for a thorough and impartial investigation into the death of Gavin Douglas, who died following his detention at the Vreen en Hoop Police Station. The Office of Professional Responsibility has […]
Prison Service Rejects Claims of Mistreatment of Azuruddin Mohamed
— says says opposition leader l classified as ‘high-profile prisoner’ family permitted to visit him See full statement from the Guyana Prison Service : The Guyana Prison Service (GPS) rejects allegations that remanded prisoner Azzruddin Mohamed is being subjected to inhumane or degrading treatment while in custody at Lusignan Prison. Claims have been circulated alleging […]
President Ali unveils six-step plan to turn biodiversity commitments into action
— GBA to establish solution ‘labs’, mobilise investment and develop projects in up to 30 communities PRESIDENT Dr Irfaan Ali has outlined an ambitious six-step action plan for the Global Biodiversity Alliance (GBA) over the next 12 months, aimed at transforming international biodiversity commitments into practical projects, mobilising financing and creating economic opportunities for communities. […]
Gov’t taking recruitment drives overseas to attract skilled Guyanese home – Ramsaroop
— diaspora job fairs target critical skills gaps as economic expansion drives demand for workers THE government is stepping up efforts to attract skilled Guyanese living overseas to return home and participate in the country’s expanding economy, with job fairs being organised in major diaspora communities as part of efforts to address the growing demand […]
US$35M Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge to be commissioned on November 15
— Four-lane bridge to replace nearly 60-year-old crossing, ease traffic congestion and strengthen hinterland connectivity COME Sunday, November 15, 2026, President Dr Irfaan Ali will officially commission the new US$35 million Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge in Linden, Region Ten, marking a major milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to modernise Guyana’s transport infrastructure and improve connectivity to […]
Regional leaders call for greater integration of biodiversity into policy
–Panel examines policy and financing measures to support conservation and sustainable growth GUYANA’S Senior Minister within the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr. Ashni Singh has called for biodiversity to be integrated into national economic planning, fiscal strategies and public investment decisions, as regional leaders and financial-sector representatives examine ways to position […]
