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Journalists play a significant role in the struggle for and defense of democracy. This is true all across the world, and in many ways, Guyana is no different. That said, journalists, and more broadly the press, must follow the basic protocols of responsible journalism. In this regard, Guyana is sadly lacking. We have a far

QUOTE: ‘The fact remains that remittance is a key player in poverty reduction, providing economic assistance to many people giving them opportunities they can only reverie about.’ Today, remittances now surpass development aid and foreign direct investments (FDIs) of several developing countries; but this does not mean that it is more important than the other

– USA/T&T scenariosPRESIDENT Barack Obama has been driven on the defensive over his recent surprised involvement in a local issue of racial profiling. While in Trinidad and Tobago, opposition parliamentarian Dr Tim Gopeesingh was on the offensive with allegations of “ethnic cleansing” at the state-run Port-of-Spain General Hospital. Race often comes second only to sex

BUSINESS & FINANCE CORNER – Head of Corporate Development, ACCA Caribbean THE big issues senior professional accountants face today are primarily around controlling costs, holding or increasing revenues, holding onto customers and improving productivity. Most will focus on tried and tested techniques for achieving this and a gifted few will realise that at the heart