Daily Archive: Friday, November 11, 2016

NEW YORK,  (Reuters) – Robert Vaughn, best known for playing the suave Napoleon Solo in 1960s television spy series, “The Man from U.N.C.L.E,”

KINGSTON, Jamaica,  CMC – West Indies Cricket Board president, Dave Cameron, says left-hander Darren Bravo’s recent “poor” performances did not merit him receiving a higher grade retainer contract.

The Government of Guyana says it has received credible information related to a potential domestic security threat, a Ministry of the Presidency release said today. 

Vishaul Moonilal,33, is wanted by the police in relation to fraud which occurred in July, 2016, at Scotia Bank, Carmichael, Georgetown.

The police say they are investigating the circumstances surrounding the murder of Michael Payne, 27 years, of South Ruimveldt, which occurred about 6.30 am today at 85 La Penitence Street, Albouystown.

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Leonard Cohen, rock music’s man of letters whose songs fused religious imagery with themes of redemption and sexual desire, earning him critical and popular acclaim, has died at age 82, a statement on his Facebook page said.

JOHANNESBURG,  (Reuters) – South African President Jacob Zuma is concerned about “unwarranted public attacks” on him by former anti-corruption watchdog Thuli Madonsela, his office said on Friday.

Following a High Court decision yesterday after 16 months of legal wrangling, teachers across the nation who were eligible for promotion in the 2015 school year will be able to have their applications reviewed in a fresh process.

The Guyana Gold and Diamond Miners Association (GGDMA) yesterday accused government of “betrayal” after reporting that it has learned that a number of concessions granted to miners would be pulled, while the Natural Resources Ministry cautioned the group against making “inaccurate” pronouncements.

Government Analyst Food and Drug Department (GA-FDD) Director Marlan Cole says that the confirmed use of Antinfek by the Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) has betrayed the public’s trust and all ethical considerations.

Amidst the uncertainty surrounding the participation of four teams, the Guyana Football Federation (GFF) officially launched the second season of the Stag Beer Elite League yesterday at the entity’s headquarters.

The Chinese owners of a Crown Dam, Industry supermarket were beaten and robbed of an undisclosed amount of cash yesterday afternoon in an attack by two bandits.

Uncapped Guyana Jaguars off-spinner Eon Hooper said he’s looking to give a “150 percent” and help his team defend their title if called upon, after being selected to fill the big shoes of West Indies Test bowler Devendra Bishoo.

Former Minister of Health Dr Noel Blackman who in August pleaded guilty in a New York court to conspiracy to distribute oxycodone, a controlled substance, has consented to a forfeiture money judgment of US$503,200.

Cabinet has approved the expenditure of $48.6 million to address what it has deemed a “crisis” in student performance at Grade Six Mathematics.

Government is proceeding with the creation of a petroleum directorate which will be charged with local administrative responsibilities for the country’s oil and gas sector, though Natural Resources Minister Raphael Trotman has told Stabroek Business that he favours not making further information on the key institution public until Cabinet has considered his submission on the matter.

From Donald Duff in New York In sport, being the favourite does not necessarily translate into being the winner.

The nature and circumstances of the local gaming industry requires of the National Gaming Authority (NGA) the application of the highest possible standards of integrity and transparency if there is to be an adequate measure of competence in a sector which will attract both national and foreign attention and participation, NGA Chairman,

Controversial self-proclaimed “Pope” Philbert London yesterday refused to address the widely circulated sex videos appearing to feature him, saying that his attorney would speak for him.

Guyana Jaguars Assistant Coach Rayon Griffith said selecting the right team for this year’s West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) Regional 4-Day tournament was a tough process, but he believes the defending champs have the players who know how to win titles.

GFF President Wayne Forde said the institution is doing everything within its power to resolve the impasse between the federation and the four Elite League clubs and that the intention is to have all 10 teams compete in the tournament.

The news emanating from the Ministry of Business’ recently released 2016-2020 Development Plan pertaining to skills’ shortages in some key public sector agencies extends to the Small Business Bureau, part of the critical apparatus set up for administering the support mechanisms for small business development.

President David Granger last evening urged the trade union movement in Guyana to develop a new model of trade unionism so that they can remain relevant in the changing labour market.

The Trinidadian daredevils have invaded our shores on a quest to leave the competition in their rear view mirrors when they put pedal to the metal during this weekend in the finale of the Seaboard Marine Caribbean Motor Racing Championships (CMRC).

A three-day anti-corruption forum for parliamentarians yesterday opened at the Marriott Hotel, where guests from the UK branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) hope to impart knowledge to local counterparts on dealing with corruption, standards in public office and parliamentary codes of conduct.

Trisco and Central Service sealed their berths to the next round in the Banks DIH Limited Inter-Department Soft Ball Cricket Tourney, defeating Brewery and Water Plant respectively on Wednesday.

Dear Editor, I refer to a letter by Anil Nandlall under the caption ‘The Carvil Duncan Tribunal set up by the President should be disbanded’ (SN, November 3).

By Zoisa Fraser in New York Hundreds of angry young people congregated in front of Trump Tower in New York on Wednesday night to protest the election of Donald Trump as the new US president, forcing dozens of policemen to descend on the area with barricades to ensure there was peace and order and raising fears of unrest in the coming days.

By Vishnu Doerga Vishnu Doerga is President of the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry and franchise holder for Action COACH Have you ever answered a question with a question?

Fears that the November time frame provided by the Ministry of Business earlier this year for the resumption of the scrap metal trade, after a hiatus of more than 16 months, may not now be met, could cause relations between the Government of Guyana and the Guyana Scrap Metal Dealers Association (GSMDA) to drift into a zone of acrimony.

The National Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (NAREI) will be supporting  Amazon Caribbean Guyana Ltd (AMCAR) in its planned US$2M organic farm in Berbice.

Former Secretary General of the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA), Ivor O’Brien was recently awarded the prestigious Commonwealth Order of Merit for significant contribution to the Commonwealth Sport movement.

Dear Editor, I am perplexed as to why Mr Trump’s victory is described as a “stunner” by SN (November 10), and a host of others who should have known better. 

Dear Editor, There is a startling rise in the unscrupulous manipulation of people’s emotions by very savvy media operators.

Long before his decision to move the services provided by Suriname Cartridge Depot to Guyana, Aristo Kelly had been doing diligent research into the likely level of market responsiveness in Guyana to the company’s product.

Puran Brothers Waste Disposal Inc and Cevons Waste Management are standing by their ultimatum to the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) to suspend their collection services from next week if they are not paid a substantial portion of the over $300 million owed to them.

The 2016 Berbice Cricket Board (BCB)/Tenelec Inc. 50 overs first division tournament continued last weekend with a series of matches played at various venues in the Ancient County.

(Reuters) – Rangana Herath grabbed Zimbabwe’s final three wickets to return figures of 8-63 as Sri Lanka wasted little time in finishing off the hosts on the final morning of the second test at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday.

A report from the Office of the Vice Chancellor on an ongoing feasibility study for the establishment of a School of Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation at the University of Guyana has declared that the realization of this goal will effectively lead to the closure of “one of the major gaps in UG’s educational platform.”

A joint murder charge is expected to be read next week against Demico cook Alexis Turpin and her lover Stephon Barlow, who are accused of the fatal beating of the woman’s partner in July.

Dear Editor, The current crime situation in Guyana is getting way out of hand and our authorities need to act swiftly.

LONDON, (Reuters) – Scotland manager Gordon Strachan says the feverish atmosphere in Friday’s World Cup qualifier against England at Wembley could make some players go weak at the knees.

Guyanese Dr Vincent Adams, Deputy Field Manager in the US Department of Energy, is expected to deliver the keynote address at the 50th Convocation of the University of Guyana (UG), Turkeyen campus, on November 12, 2016, a release from the University of Guyana said.

Sightless at 59, having lost a battle with untreated Glaucoma some years ago, Lawrence Braithwaite continues to fight a battle for his personal survival in circumstances where lesser men would have thrown in the towel.

BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, (Reuters) – The unraveling of the coalition that was supposed to carry Hillary Clinton to the White House had a lot to do with voters like Jim McAndrew in counties like Northampton, Pennsylvania.

Dear Editor, In keeping with President Granger’s announcement that November 7, 2016 be observed as a National Day of Villages, I must congratulate the Regional Administration – Region 3 for not only observing but for celebrating that day in grand style.

Relatives of three of the 12 persons killed in the 2008 Bartica Massacre yesterday recounted identifying their bodies to the pathologist for autopsies to be conducted on the remains.

RAJKOT, India, (Reuters) – All-rounder Ben Stokes lived a charmed life to register his fourth century as England punished a sloppy India to post a huge first innings total on the second day of the opening test on Thursday.

Dear Editor, The collective decision taken by reigning champions Slingerz FC, runner-up Alpha United, along with Pele and GFC, not to participate in the 2nd edition of the Stag Elite League is indeed commendable.

Stock market updates

WASHINGTON,  (Reuters) – U.S. President Barack Obama’s foreign policy legacy rests in part on a foundation of unilateral actions that his successor Donald Trump could reverse with the stroke of a pen.

The meeting that was slated for last Friday to thrash out which union represents Barama Company Limited (BCL) workers has been postponed to today.

VIJAYAWADA, India, CMC – Another batting failure saw West Indies Women crash to a disappointing six-wicket defeat to India Women, in the opening One-Day International of the three-match series here Thursday.

Dear Editor, Well November 8, has come and gone, marking a significant finish to an extraordinarily divisive election. 

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BAGHDAD,  (Reuters) – A week after his tank division punched through Islamic State defences on the southeast edge of Mosul, an Iraqi army colonel says the fight to drive the militants out of their urban stronghold is turning into a nightmare.

(Reuters) – Organizers of the World Chess Championship on Thursday failed to persuade a federal judge to block rival website operators from broadcasting chess moves at the upcoming Nov.

Recently, Assistant Commissioner of Police David Ramnarine performed the duties of substantive Commissioner of Police Seelall Persaud who had proceeded on several months leave.

CAPE TOWN,  (Reuters) – South African President Jacob Zuma survived a no-confidence vote yesterday, after the anti-graft watchdog called in a report for a judicial inquiry into allegations of influence-peddling in the government.

Gold Prices for the three-day period ending Thursday November 10, 2016                  Kitco is a Canadian company that buys and sells precious metals such as gold, copper and silver.

Dear Editor, One of my oldest and best friends in the Caribbean was a very successful big banker.

Charged with stealing over $300,000 in items and then escaping from police custody, a porter was yesterday remanded to prison.