(BBC News) Jimmy Cliff, one of the most prominent and beloved proponents of reggae music, has died at the age of 81. A star since the 1960s, he helped to bring the sound of Jamaica to a global audience through hits such as Wonderful World, Beautiful People and You Can…
Teri Brown-Walker resigns as Universe Guyana Director, cites transparency issues and pressure within pageant system
Teri Brown-Walker has announced her immediate resignation as National Director for Universe Guyana and Co-Director for Universe Ghana, ending what she described as an “extraordinary journey” marked by both proud achievements and deep concerns about the current state of international pageantry. In a statement issued on Sunday, Brown-Walker said her…
Bollywood superstar Dharmendra dies at 89
Bollywood star Dharmendra has died in the Indian city of Mumbai at the age of 89. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the actor, saying his passing “marks the end of an era in Indian cinema”. Dharmendra, who often described himself as “a simple man”, commanded extraordinary affection and…
Red Force beat Harpy Eagles in rain-affected Super50 contest
Guyana Harpy Eagles’ campaign in the CG United Super50 Cup went further downhill on Sunday as they suffered a six-run loss to Trinidad and Tobago Red Force in third round action at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in South Trinidad. In a rain-affected day/night encounter, reduced to 44 overs per…
Williamson in New Zealand squad for first Test against West Indies
Kane Williamson has been included in New Zealand’s squad for the first Test against West Indies in Christchurch and pace bowler Blair Tickner handed a recall for the first time since 2023 with Kyle Jamieson held back as he continues a carefully controlled return to red-ball cricket. Fellow seamers Jacob Duffy and Zak Foulkes, who took nine…
President hails new BK airport terminal as transformative milestone for Bartica
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Sunday described the sod turning for the new BK airport terminal in Bartica as a transformative milestone for Region Seven and another major step in advancing national connectivity, tourism and economic diversification. Speaking at the ceremony, the head of state said the project reflects “the continuous…
Police arrest Berbice woman after ganja found in abandoned lot
Police ranks in Regional Division #6 are investigating the discovery of a quantity of cannabis found during an intelligence-led operation at Number 77 Housing Scheme, Corentyne, Berbice on Sunday. The operation was conducted around 10:00 hrs on November 23, 2025, and led to the arrest of a 31-year-old female cook…
Police investigate discovery of suspected illegal firearm at Berbice hotel
Police ranks in Regional Division #6 are investigating the discovery of a suspected illegal firearm and ammunition found early Sunday at the Leisure Inn Hotel and Bar in New Amsterdam, Berbice. The incident occurred around 02:00 hrs on November 23, 2025. According to initial information, a 24-year-old male security guard…
Hamilton ‘not looking forward to 2026 season’
Lewis Hamilton said he is not looking forward to the 2026 Formula 1 season after a difficult year continued with a tough Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend. Britain’s seven-time world champion qualified last for the race, the first time that had happened on pure pace in his 19-year F1 career….
Slingerz Football Club partners with Edge Sports Management to boost digital brand
National champions Slingerz Football Club have announced a strategic partnership with Edge Sports Management (ESM), the consultancy founded by Guyanese Olympian and two-time table tennis international Chelsea Edghill, in a bid to elevate their brand visibility and professional footprint. The move aims to modernise the club’s digital operations, increase player…
