45 new Covid cases recorded; 10 in ICU
Guyana has recorded 45 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total confirmed cases to 4,143 as of October 30, 2020.
The total number of deaths...
Curfew now 10:30pm to 4am; gyms may open at 50% capacity on appointments only
Based on the new Covid-19 guidelines issued by the Minster of Health, with effect from November 1st to November 30, 2020, the curfew is...
US sees record-high daily Covid numbers as election nears
(BBC) The US saw a record high of 91,000 new Covid-19 cases reported on Thursday, with spikes in dozens of states just days before...
Gayle climbs another mountain, becomes first to hit 1000 T20 sixes
When Chris Gayle tonked young Kartik Tyagi over the lengthy leg-side boundary for his seventh six of the night, for the Kings XI Punjab...
Parika fuel dealer’s murder: Witness testifies accused’s hand, clothing had tested positive for gun-power...
As the trial continues for Curt Thomas, who is accused of the April 30, 2016 murder of Parika fuel dealer, Seeram Singh, Government Analyst...
70-Y-O male from Region Four is latest Covid-19 fatality
The Ministry of Health (MOH) regrettably informs that as of October 30, 2020, one more person who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)...
Salvation Army launches annual Kettle Appeal
President Irfaan Ali earlier today declared open the Salvation Army's Christmas Kettle Appeal at Roraima Duke Lodge.
"I now declare this kettle open; the kettle...
Nanda Gopaul to head Trade Union Recognition Board
Former Labour Minister under the previous People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Administration, Dr Nanda Gopaul was recently appointed Chairman of the Trade Union Recognition and...
Exxon to cut 14,000 jobs as pandemic hits oil demand
By Jennifer Hiller
(Reuters) Exxon Mobil Corp XOM.N said on Thursday it could cut its global workforce by about 15%, including deep white-collar staff reductions...
Success squatters still refuse to remove from flooded area
Despite providing, at the Graham’s Hall Primary School, a facility with all the necessary amenities for squatters at Success, East Coast Demerara to relocate,...
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Saharan Dust plume projected to pass over Guyana from Friday-Sunday – EPA
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The Environmental Protection Agency hereby issues an advisory on a forecasted Saharan Dust plume projected to be...
2 mining operations in Puruni flagged for unsafe conditions
Two operations in Puruni Mining District in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) were flagged by the Occupational Safety and Health Department of the Ministry of Labour...
Berbice siblings died from dengue complications – Dr Anthony
The Berbice brother and sister who died a day apart had complications associated with dengue fever, Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony has revealed.
Speaking to...
Vreed-en-Hoop to G/town water taxi operation back to normal
See full statement from the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD):
Waters taxis have received the green light to resume use of the Stabroek stelling for the...
President Ali receives UWI American Foundation Legacy Award
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, championing a robust Caribbean identity, has urged the region to actively embrace and value its unique culture and abundance...
Govt/contractor dispute on GtE will not affect US EXIM Bank loan – Jagdeo
The ongoing dispute between the Guyana Government and its contractor for the model Gas-to-Energy (GtE) project, Lindsayca CH4 Guyana Inc. (LNDCH4), will not affect...
Govt plans to procure additional 30-40 megawatts of power by year-end
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Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd), the Honourable Mark Phillips, convened a special meeting with parliamentary committee...
At least 1 dead as mining pit collapses at Marudi Mountain
At least one person is dead after a mining pit collapsed last night at Marudi Mountain, Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Essequibo).
INews will provide more details...
‘Racism does not align with PNC ideology’ – Chairman
Chairman of the Peoples National Congress Reform (PNC) Shurwayne Holder is defending his party amid claims that it is not welcoming to its Indo-Guyanese...
Stabroek Market Wharf collapse shows ‘failure of the city council’ – Jagdeo
The recent collapse of a portion of the Stabroek Market Wharf is reflective of the City Council’s “failure”, according to Vice President Dr Bharrat...