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“Spark” to encourage leadership skills AI development among students

One hundred and thirty-two students from across Guyana will be trained in the development of artificial intelligence software and leadership skills. Under the Spark programme, students from the secondary and tertiary institutions will engage in eight-week-long training programmes that will be supported by two overseas-based Guyanese who work in the field. The two, Dr Jason […]

Guns, ammunition and large amount of cash found in employee’s car during police larceny probe at Government drug bond; Several arrested

A number of employees of the Ministry of Health’s Diamond bond were arrested today as investigations continue to reports of larceny at the bond. One of the employees arrested is facing additional investigations and charges after two guns with ammunition were found in his car along with a large sum of cash, during the larceny […]

Customs Officer arrested over stabbing of wife in Linden

A 44-year-old Customs Officer from Linden has been arrested by the Police after he attacked and stabbed his wife during an argument. The Customs Officer, whose name has not been released, reportedly drove his wife to the Bucktown creek in Linden on Sunday afternoon and the two got into an argument. A police report explained […]

Unvaccinated persons represent most hospitalised COVID cases

With most COVID-19 restrictions lifted in Guyana and the country fully re-opened, Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony is reminding persons who remain unvaccinated against the virus that they continue to be at a higher risk of contracting the virus and ending up with severe symptoms. “We currently have 19 persons in hospital and of […]

12-years in jail for admitted killer of Regent St. businessman

39-year-old Lennox Roberts called ‘Soldier Man’ was today sentenced to 12 years in jail by Justice Simone Morris-Ramlall for the July 2015 fatal shooting of businessman Ganesh Ramlall. The businessman who owned the Regent Multiplex Mall was killed during a robbery. Back in February, Roberts pleaded guilty to the lesser count of manslaughter. He was […]

Head of Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha urges promoters to stop using phagwah to promote parties and non-religious events

 As Guyanese observe and celebrate the Hindu spring festival of Phagwah, the Head of the Guyana Hindu Dharmic Sabha, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, who is also a Government Minister, wants promoters to stop tying their party events to the sacred religious festival. A number of promoters are hosting parties and other events on Friday as part […]