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ILO cites ‘fragile outlook’ as global labour market recovery remains ‘slow and uncertain’

The International Labour Organisation, in its World Employment and Social Outlook – Trends 2022 (WESO Trends), has downgraded its forecast for labour market recovery...

France’s Macron beats Le Pen to win second term

PARIS, April 24 (Reuters) - French President Emmanuel Macron defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday by a comfortable margin, securing a...

Pres Ali markets Guyana as attractive “investment destination” at China’s Import Expo

…says companies investing in Guyana can be assured of support, protection Guyana’s economy is scaling new heights with its oil boom, and President Dr Irfaan...

Eddy Grant inducted into London’s Music Walk of Fame

Singer-songwriter Eddy Grant has been inducted into the Camden Music Walk of Fame. The Guyanese-British singer, who emigrated to London in the 1960s, is...

Chris becomes second hurricane of Atlantic season

MIAMI, United States (AFP) — Tropical Storm Chris surged Tuesday into hurricane strength as it churned away from the US East coast and became...

Zimbabwe’s MDC Alliance says Chamisa beat Mnangagwa

Zimbabwe's opposition says its candidate, Nelson Chamisa, has won Monday's presidential election. The MDC Alliance says the ruling Zanu-PF party is attempting to rig the...

Trump announces ‘incredible’ trade deal with Mexico

(BBC) The US and Mexico have reached common ground on key trade terms as pressure mounts to complete renegotiation of the North American Free...

US Coast Guard nabs three smugglers, seizes millions in cocaine in Caribbean Sea

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (CMC) — The United States Coast Guard says crew members from the cutter Joseph Tezanos have transferred custody of three...

Portugal hit by hurricane-force winds

Hurricane-force winds have struck central and northern Portugal, leaving 300,000 homes without power. The remnants of Hurricane Leslie swept in overnight on Saturday, with winds...

Trump touts economy, nationalist policies ahead of U.S. elections

BELGRADE, Mont. (Reuters) - President Donald Trump touted U.S. economic growth and his nationalist policies as he rallied with Republican candidates ahead of Tuesday’s...

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Guyana Energy Conference & Supply Chain Expo 2025 set for February 18-21

See below for a statement on the 2025 hosting of the Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain Expo: The Guyana Energy Conference and Supply Chain...

Porter falls to death from Norton Street building after receiving electric shocks

A porter died on Friday morning after being electrocuted and falling from a three-story building on Norton Street in Georgetown. Dead is Bryan Hardilall of...

Teen dies after being stabbed at Belle West

A 19-year-old male died in the hospital on Friday - one day after he was stabbed multiple times by a man with whom he...

Duo charged for murder of security guard

Two men were charged and placed before the court for the murder of security guard, Paul Waterman, who was killed during a robbery back...

NRSC wants stricter penalties for repeat traffic offenders

Despite increased enforcement and educational efforts, National Road Safety Council (NRSC) Chairman Earl Lambert has expressed serious concerns over motorists’ continued violation of traffic...

“There are challenges” – Pres Ali to Crabwood Creek residents on cane production

Issues of low cane production, proper compensation, and poor quality of cane were discussed with the Head of State, President Dr Irfaan Ali, recently...

Teens charged with murder of excavator operator

Nineteen-year-old Daniel Badley of Second Street, Mocha Arcadia EBD and Quamina Street, Beterverwagting ECD along with two juveniles were on Friday charged with the...

Teen busted with ammunition during roadblock exercise  

A teenager was taken into custody following the discovery of a magazine belonging to a Taurus pistol and a single live round of 9mm...

Man escapes from Police leaving behind ganja & cocaine

The police have launched a manhunt for a man who reportedly escaped from Police leaving behind 2239.2 grams of cannabis and 41.9 grams of...

CH&PA remains committed to providing affordable housing to citizens but reiterates squatting is illegal...

The Housing and Water Ministry, through the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) on Friday stated that it remains committed to peaceful resolution as...