The Corbin Effect, some notes on Trotman, Ramjattan
WHATEVER explanations we attach to the mysteries of life and death, the physical entity we know as Robert Corbin has transitioned out of this world. Tributes poured in, as it were, on the crest of a tsunami. The most memorable and historically contextual tribute to RHO Corbin came from Vice-president Jagdeo. His presentation is […]
Guyanese women lead breast cancer awareness drive in New York
GUYANESE pride, compassion, and community spirit were on full display in Queens, New York, on Sunday evening, as thousands gathered for a breast cancer awareness walk spearheaded by Guyanese women determined to make a difference in the fight against the dreaded disease. The event dubbed, “Step of Hope – Let’s Walk Together for Hope,” […]
GTTA welcomes government’s announced restrictions on vaping products
THE Guyana Table Tennis Association (GTTA) welcomes and commends the Government of Guyana’s announcement of restrictions on the importation and sale of vaping devices and products, under the leadership of His Excellency Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali. In a press release, the association emphasised that protecting our children and young people, particularly at an age […]
GBBFF strongly supports President Ali’s move to restrict vaping importation
THE Guyana Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (GBBFF) welcomes and fully supports the directive issued by His Excellency, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali to impose restrictions on the importation of vapes of all kinds under the Customs Act, Chapter 82:01. In a press release, the Federation said it views this initiative as an important public-health […]
The day Granger said: ‘I am the President’
THIS is part four of the story of the confusion between President David Granger and the PNC on the one hand, and Granger and the AFC on the other hand, and intra-party struggle in the AFC while the AFC was part of the APNU+AFC government of 2015. Part three of Wednesday, October 14, 2026, was […]
Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha, Pandits Council welcome vape imports restrictions
THE Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha has announced its unequivocal support for President Dr Irfaan Ali’s announcement of restrictions on the importation of vapes and vaping products into Guyana. Similarly, the Guyana Pandits Council also commended the President for taking decisive action to restrict the importation of vapes and electronic nicotine devices. According to the […]
Nikkei Guyana named country’s Best Restaurant at 2026 World Culinary Awards
NIKKEI Guyana has been named Guyana’s Best Restaurant at the 2026 World Culinary Awards, securing the title for the second consecutive year, according to Fusion Hospitality Inc. The achievement celebrates not only Nikkei’s continued international recognition but the talent, creativity, and dedication contributing to the growth of Guyana’s hospitality and culinary industries, Fusion Hospitality […]
MoH hosts interactive cancer awareness session in observance of Pinktober
IN observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Pinktober), the Ministry of Health (MoH) hosted an interactive “Let’s Gaff” Cancer Awareness Session on October 16, 2026, aimed at educating and empowering staff on the importance of cancer prevention, early detection, timely diagnosis, and treatment. In a post on its Facebook page, the ministry said the […]
Restrictions on vape, vaping products bring relief to worried parent
-says use poses health risks for teenagers, could fuel violence ON Saturday evening, President, Dr Irfaan Ali announced restrictions on vapes. This announcement was followed by a collective sigh of relief from teachers and parents across Guyana. At the Mortice Hindu Temple, many educators and members of the community shared their thoughts on […]
GPHC hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
-calls for early screening, action STAFF of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), breast cancer survivors, and well-wishers, on Sunday, gathered for a breast cancer awareness walk aimed at encouraging early screening, testing, and treatment. The walk formed part of activities for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, bringing together healthcare workers and survivors to […]
