West Indies fast bowler Shannon Gabriel has retired from international cricket, ending a career that began in 2012. The 36-year-old played 59 Tests, 25 ODIs and two T20Is picking up a total of 202 wickets. “During the past 12 years,” Gabriel said on Instagram on Wednesday, “I have dedicated myself to playing…
Regional Commander, Assistant Commissioner Mahendra Siwnarine issued Noise Pollution warnings to 45 entertainment venues, including bars, shops, and supermarkets in Region Three on Tuesday. Police Headquarters, in a statement, noted that these written warnings are in accordance with the laws governing noise nuisance. “The proprietors assured the Police Commander and…
The Hydrometeorological Service, under the Ministry of Agriculture, has issued a warning of above-normal temperatures across Guyana from September through November 2024. This period, known for its typically high temperatures, is expected to experience even more extreme heat, raising concerns for public health, agriculture, and livestock. The anticipated heatwave could…
A New Amsterdam, Berbice man was on Tuesday slapped with several charges including the assault of a Peace Officer and being an unlicensed driver. Shamar Holligan was arrested on Saturday and made his appearance at the Albion Magistrate’s Court before Michelle Matthias, where he pleaded guilty to all the offenses….
Persons living overseas can be sued loclaly for defamatory social media posts, Attorney General Anil Nandlall has clarified. Nandlall, Tuesday night, strongly rejected assertions that individuals who reside abroad and make defamatory social media posts and statements cannot be held liable in Guyana. Speaking during his weekly ‘Issues in the…
Jemimah Rodrigues lifted Trinbago Knight Riders into the 2024 Massy Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) final after a nerve-jangling four-wicket victory over Barbados Royals at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, Trinidad. Chasing 131 for a place in Thursday’s final, Knight Riders were in big trouble at 43-3 before…
Young Guyanese athlete Zion Hickerson has earned a remarkable opportunity to showcase his talent at the prestigious Atlético de Madrid Camp in Spain. The nine-year-old’s impressive performance at a recent tryout in Washington, DC, has secured him a one-week trial at the club’s training facility in Spain in February 2025….
Guyana’s young track and field stars faced a tough opening day at the World Athletics Under-20 Championship in Lima, Peru. The mixed relay team, which consisted of Nerissa McPherson, Enoch Monroe, Tianna Springer, and Dhneilson Gill, finished sixth place in Heat 2 with a time of 3:26.06s. It was off…
Following the recent America Boxing Confederation (AMBC) Forum in Havana, Cuba, the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) President, Steve Ninvalle, announced plans for a four-year Caribbean Developmental Programme. The initiative, which has received the backing of the International Boxing Association (IBA), aims to bridge the skill gap between the Caribbean region…
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Sonia Parag, visited Region Two at the weekend, highlighting a wave of transformative changes designed to upgrade education and infrastructure in the region. Parag’s visit to Charity Waterfront saw the presentation of four new boats, a significant upgrade for the region’s transportation network….
