The Virgin Islands secured a commanding 78-54 victory over tournament hosts Guyana on Day Two of the FIBA Caribbean Women’s Basketball Championship at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall on Thursday evening. The win came despite an intense effort from Guyana’s Joy Adams-Brown, who posted an impressive double-double in the loss….
Immigrants with obesity, diabetes and other health problems may be denied US visas
(NPR) Foreigners seeking visas to live in the U.S. might be rejected if they have certain medical conditions, including diabetes or obesity, under a directive issued last week by the Trump administration. The guidance, issued in a cable the State Department sent to embassy and consular officials and examined by…
‘Zero-tolerance for smuggling’ – Prison Director
Director of Prisons, Nicklon Elliot is sending a clear message- corruption will not be tolerated in the prison system and anyone caught trying to smuggle contraband will face the full force of the law. During an interview with the News Room recently, Elliot said that in recent months, the Prison…
Over 100,000 visitors expected as 30th GuyExpo opens
Over 100,000 visitors are expected to pass through the gates of GuyExpo 2025, which officially opened on Thursday evening in true Guyanese style – with vibrant masquerade performances, cultural drumming and dancing, and folk songs like “Bamboo Fire” and “Small Days.” The four-day event, running from November 13 – 16…
Motorcyclist dies in Stanleytown accident
A motorcyclist is now dead following an accident at Stanleytown, New Amsterdam, on Thursday afternoon. Dead is Daniel North, 22, a resident of 8th Street Village, East Bank Berbice. According to Police Headquarters, at approximately 16:30 hours, Daniel was riding motorcycle CP 1385, traveling north in the western drive lane…
Guyana Development Bank set to launch by early 2026
President Dr. Irfaan Ali on Thursday evening announced that the government has already begun putting the necessary mechanisms in place to establish the Guyana Development Bank, which is expected to become fully operational before the end of the first quarter of 2026. According to the President, the administrative and legal…
President Ali signals impending crackdown on gold sector
President Dr. Irfaan Ali issued a stern warning to gold producers who continue to under-declare their production, stressing that the government will “come after you hard” through intensified efforts to close loopholes and stop massive revenue losses in the sector. The President emphasised that companies have a responsibility to comply…
Over 250 Business Leaders Unite at Chelsea FC for BritCham Guyana Forum to Deepen UK– Guyana Trade Relations
The British Chamber of Commerce Guyana (BritCham Guyana) successfully hosted its Business Forum and Networking Event on Thursday, November 6th , 2025, at Chelsea Football Club, Stamford Bridge, London, bringing together government officials, private-sector leaders, and investors from the United Kingdom, Guyana, and the Caribbean diaspora. The landmark event drew…
Guyana’s Kahlil Rickford qualifies for North America E-Sport Championship
Guyana’s Kahlil Rickford has earned his spot on the virtual grid, officially qualifying for the North America E-Sport Championship and preparing to represent the nation this weekend in Santo Domingo. The achievement marks a significant step in Rickford’s career, moving him closer to the highest level of international competitive sim…
New Queen’s College Squash Club expanding local talent pool
The recently formed Queen’s College (QC) School Squash Club has sparked a significant surge in junior participation, dominating the numbers at the recently concluded Trophy Stall Junior Skill Level Tournament, organised by the Guyana Squash Association. Of the 54 athletes who competed over the weekend, a remarkable 17 players—over 30%…
