Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken has reported a 20% reduction in serious crimes over the past year. He attributed the decline to stronger collaboration within communities and the increased use of technology. According to the Commissioner, murders have decreased by 18% compared to 2025, while robberies under arms have fallen by…
Guyanese Dr. Prem Misir publishes new book on AI in healthcare
Dr. Prem Misir, a Guyanese academic and author, has published another book, this time focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector. The title of the book is “Ethics and Governance of AI in Healthcare.” It was published by Routledge, a global publisher of academic books, journals and online…
IPL 2026: Holder stars in Titans’ win over Punjab Kings
The Gujarat Titans (GT) secured a crucial four-wicket victory over the table-topping Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a low-scoring thriller for Match 46 of the TATA IPL 2026. In front of a roaring home crowd at the Narendra Modi Stadium, the Titans executed a brilliant bowling performance upfront, spearheaded by a…
Antonelli wins in Miami to extend F1 title lead
Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli held off McLaren’s Lando Norris in a race-long battle to win the Miami Grand Prix and take a commanding championship lead. The 19-year-old Italian’s third win in a row moves him 20 points – not far from a clear win – ahead of team-mate George Russell, who…
Chase crowned Massy U-18 School Football champs after outplaying Santa Rosa
Chase’s Academic Foundation produced a display of clinical attacking football to dismantle Santa Rosa Secondary 6-0 and secure the 12th Massy Distribution U-18 School Football title on Saturday evening. In a highly anticipated rematch of the 2023 final, Chase left no room for a repeat heartbreak. The Region One outfit…
PM Phillips notes both progress and challenges as Guyana marks World Press Freedom Day 2026
As Guyana observes World Press Freedom Day 2026, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips used the occasion to reflect on the role of the media in national development, while acknowledging both progress and ongoing challenges facing the press. Speaking at a media appreciation luncheon on Sunday, held under the global…
Police patrols increase to curb robberies of Chinese-owned businesses
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has increased patrols in areas with a high concentration of Chinese-owned businesses as part of efforts to curb robberies under arms. Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken said the initiative forms part of a targeted approach to crime prevention. “We’ve dissected the Chinese establishments in all…
3×3 Basketball: Guyana knocked out in Caribbean Clash semi-finals
The national Men’s 3×3 basketball team made a strong showing at the Caribbean Clash 3×3 Lite Quest in Suriname, but their journey ended in the semi-finals after a 21-17 defeat to St. Maarten. The team, represented by Akil Hughes, Travis Belgrave, Nikkoloi Smith and Shelroy Thomas, had a mixed yet…
IPL 2026: Sunrisers miss out on top spot with loss to KKR
Sunrisers Hyderabad missed out on the chance to move top of the Indian Premier League, losing by seven wickets to Kolkata Knight Riders. Having chosen to bat, Sunrisers collapsed from 105-1 to 165 all out with an over to spare. After losing Abhishek Sharma for 15, Travis Head (61) and…
GMR&SC President advances regional motorsport development in talks with FIA Chief
Mohamad Shairaz Roshandin, President of the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC), utilised his attendance at this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix to facilitate high-level discussions aimed at accelerating motorsport development throughout the region. During the event, Roshandin met with Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile…
