Banks DIH Limited on Sunday evening commissioned its $13.7B bottling plant at Thirst Park, Georgetown, which will be producing 400,000 cases of beer per month. The Guyanese company, according to Chairman Clifford Reis, will now be better equipped to meet its local and international demand for its products while providing…
See statement from the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) on the passing of Warrant Officer Class II and FIFA Referee Maurees Skeete, who passed away on January 9, 2026, following a period of illness. The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) mourns the passing of Warrant Officer Class II Maurees Skeete, a dedicated…
A house in Angoy’s Avenue, New Amsterdam Berbice, was completely gutted by fire on Sunday afternoon in what is suspected to be an act of arson. Rasheed Sinclair, a farmer and the son of the homeowner, Florette Sinclair told the News Room that he was just a short distance away…
Built on a legacy of youth football promotion, the Petra Organisation will continue in the same vein in 2026, unveiling a packed calendar of events for the next 12 months. Led by Co-Directors Troy Mendonca and Marlan Cole, the Petra Organisation has vowed to undertake the hosting of eight tournaments…
Police are investigating the discovery of 97 grammes of suspected cannabis discovered at the home of a farmer at Timehri North, East Bank Demerara (EBD). In a statement from the Guyana Police Force (GPF) it was revealed that at approximately 17:30 hours on Friday, officers acted on information received and…
The family of Dr Brian O’Toole, Co-Founder of School of the Nations, on Sunday announced his passing, recognising him as a “well-known, much-loved and respected figure within Guyana and beyond.” In a short statement, the family added: “Dr. O’Toole will be remembered for his kindness, strong work ethic, service to…
A house in Palmyra Village, Region Six, was destroyed by fire on Saturday afternoon, and authorities believe it was an act of arson. Berbice Divisional Fire Officer, Clive McDonald told the News Room that the New Amsterdam Fire Station received an emergency call around 15:19h regarding a blaze at Lot…
Virat Kohli became the second highest run-scorer in all forms of international cricket as he helped steer India to a four-wicket win in the first ODI against New Zealand. Kohli’s masterful 93 off 91 balls, his 77th ODI fifty, moved him on to 28,068 runs and surpassed Sri Lankan great…
New Zealand’s Sophie Devine scored 95 and then defended six from the final over to give Gujarat Giants a thrilling four-run win over Delhi Capitals in the Women’s Premier League. Devine struck seven fours and eight sixes, falling five short of making the first WPL ton, but helping Gujarat post 209. That…
The Jumbo Jet Thoroughbred Racing Committee (JJTRC) has officially released details of five of the most featured races on the card for the 18th running of the Guyana Cup, scheduled for August 23, 2026, confirming yet another significant purse increase across the marquee events. The announcement underscores the continued upward…
