Daily Archive: Sunday, December 18, 2022

LUSAIL, Qatar,  (Reuters) – France forward Kylian Mbappe put in a performance for the ages in the World Cup final against Argentina, but it proved bitter-sweet as he left the game heartbroken, a hat-trick not enough to avoid defeat against Argentina who prevailed in a shootout.

MOSCOW,  (Reuters) – The time is approaching for a negotiated peace in Ukraine to reduce the risk of another devastating world war, but dreams of breaking up Russia could unleash nuclear chaos, veteran U.S.

The following is a statement from Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, on the passing of Francine Edwards, better known as Singing Francine.

Even as it works out addressing local content hurdles to tap into the local energy sector, Trinidad and Tobago conglomerate Agostini Limited plans to add to its over $3 billion in investments from two companies established here as it looks to also bring a number of the companies and international franchises it already holds in its home country.

While they welcomed Friday’s “long-overdue” ruling by Chief Justice (ag) Roxane George, which confirmed their rights to their ancestral lands, the Indigenous peoples of the Upper Mazaruni District said they will be appealing portions of the decision in a bid to seek clarity.

While the police have still been unable to question the perpetrator of Thursday’s attack outside of State House, investigators have searched two properties, including his present residence.

Upon the conclusion of the Ministry of Labour’s investigation into the workplace death of Cindy Jattan, the Gafoors Hardware Store has been ordered to make several changes within their work environment based on recommendations made by the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Department.

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is expected to see changes in the new year and ranks from Constables to Assistant Commissioners will be retrained to meet existing challenges, acting Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken has said.

DOHA, (Reuters) – After 63 matches, the World Cup in Qatar comes to a close today when reigning champions France take on Argentina in a showpiece final at Lusail Stadium with both teams looking to add a third star to their crest.

As the administrative and finance officer of the Guyana Red Cross Society, Bernadette Adonis has had to come out of her shell to confidently deal with business on behalf of the non-governmental, national voluntary organisation and to advise and assist in counselling in times of disaster when the need arises.

DOHA,  (Reuters) – Croatia beat injury-hit Morocco 2-1 in the World Cup third-place playoff yesterday to leave Qatar on a high after again surpassing expectations following their run to the final in 2018.

One person was confirmed dead following an accident along the Zeeburg Public Road on the West Coast of Demerara (WCD) yesterday afternoon.

By Rae Wiltshire Life is uncertain. One day you’re here and the next you could be gone.

A survey of countries in the Latin America and Carib-bean (LAC) region suggests that a majority of Guyanese prefer a strong leader who is willing to bend the rules to get things done.

DOHA, (Reuters) – Despite the high profile performances of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe in Qatar, Argentina and France can create danger all over the pitch, so stopping the superstars is only one battle in today’s World Cup final war.

By Major General (ret’d) Joseph G Singh The following is the eulogy delivered at the funeral service for Fr Malcolm Anthony Rodrigues on Monday, December 12th, 2022, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Brickdam, Georgetown.

DOHA, (Reuters) – If today’s World Cup final becomes the third to go to penalties then coaches Didier Deschamps of France and Argentina’s Lionel Scaloni should avoid the temptation to throw on a “penalty specialist” at the end of extra time – because it never works.

Two men fled from being apprehended by Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) ranks on Friday, leaving behind $7 million worth in cannabis, a shot gun and their boat at Skeldon Estate.

The Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo), is seeking the services of private cane farmers to cultivate 1,000 hectares of lands at its Albion, Blairmont, Rose Hall, and Uitvlugt estates, according to a request for Expressions of Interest (EoI).

(Reuters) – Left-arm spinner Axar Patel picked up three wickets yesterday as India edged closer to a comfortable win in the opening test against Bangladesh, reducing the hosts to 272-6 in their second innings at the end of day four in Chittagong.

Dear Editor, I begin this letter by condemning in the strongest manner the incident at State House on the morning of Thursday, December 15, 2022.

Last week, at its 56th Convocation, the University of Guyana (UG) conferred upon David Anthony Martins the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters.

(Reuters) – Italian jockey Frankie Dettori, who has ridden more than 3,300 British winners and has 21 British Classic triumphs, said 2023 will be his final year in the saddle as he plans to retire after one last race at the Breeders’ Cup.

Dear Editor, I refer to Mr. Fitzroy Fletcher’s letter in yesterday’s Stabroek News entitled “The country must pause its headlong rush into this gas to energy project and consider its options carefully” and wish to make the following comments.

Fish ah play ah sea, he nah know watah ah boil fuh am.

A Plaisance couple is seeking to recover $700,000 which they handed over to an accused fraudster as a down payment for a minibus, which was never delivered as promised.

Dear Editor, I support Government’s efforts to remove vendors and their unsightly stalls at all roadsides, the Hospitals, and along Regent Streets where they sell right in front of the stores of established businesses.

(Reuters) – Travis Head struck a belligerent half-century to give Australia the upper hand on day one of the series-opening test against South Africa after the home side’s bowlers dominated on a green Gabba wicket yesterday.

A study hub, which is the result of a collaboration between the government and School of the Nations, was on Wednesday commissioned in the Tiger Bay community by President Irfaan Ali and Minister of Education Priya Manickchand.

Lotus Cosmetics was officially launched in Guyana last month by Sameerah Mohamed-Ferouz and husband Sayyid Ferouz with the promise of affording Guyanese access to a new natural, high-end and affordable line of products.

Dear Editor, As a result of the recent incident in Georgetown involving Mayor Ubraj Narine, sections of the media and populace have blamed the generally unhappy state of the Capital City on the Mayor and Councillors of Georgetown.

(Reuters) – A World Cup that has defied all expectations reaches its climax today when Lionel Messi could join Diego Maradona in Argentine immortality by taking the south Americans to the title or France could become the first nation to retain it since 1962.

(Field Level Media) It’s been almost a decade since the New York Knicks won consecutive playoff games.

Dear Editor, There is high tension at the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security, where members of staff have been complaining about and exposing the egregious acts that are ongoing at the Ministry, since August 2020.

(Reuters) – Hearses bearing the dead lined the driveway to a designated COVID-19 crematorium in the Chinese capital on Saturday while workers at the city’s dozen funeral homes were busier than normal, days after China reversed tight pandemic restrictions.

GTT Business Solutions and Cyril’s Transportation Service were among the winners on Thursday, when the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) hosted its 133rd Annual Awards Presentation and Gala Dinner at the Guyana Marriott Hotel.

Dear Editor, WPA roundly condemns the government for its highhandedness towards vendors located in the vicinity of the Georgetown Public Hospital.

KARACHI, Pakistan,  (Reuters) – England dismissed Pakistan for 304 on the first day of the third and final test of the series at Karachi’s National Stadium yesterday, with home side skipper Babar Azam and Agha Salman putting on defiant half-centuries.

(Reuters) – Only 8.8% of Tunisian voters cast ballots in Saturday’s parliamentary elections, authorities announced, after most political parties boycotted the vote as a charade aimed at shoring up President Kais Saied’s power.

P&P Insurance Brokers Limited on Thursday afternoon made its annual Christmas donations to 12 organisations.

(Field Level Media) The scorching Brooklyn Nets can complete the sweep of a four-game road trip with a victory over the Detroit Pistons today.

Dear Editor, I refer to your article in the Stabroek News edition of 16/12/2022 edition, “Army ranks lauded over Kaieteur Airstrip Expansion,” which brought back memories of an encounter during my short term residency at Kaieteur Falls, 1996-1999.

One hundred and fifty children have been catered for by C.T

(Reuters) – Peruvian President Dina Boluarte, who has said she is leading a transitional government, urged the country’s Con-gress to pass a proposal to bring forward general elections in a news conference from the presidential palace on Saturday.

(Reuters) – President Vladimir Putin has sought proposals from his armed forces commanders on how they think Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine should proceed, during a visit to the operation’s headquarters, the Kremlin said on Saturday.

Dear Editor, The United Republican Party stands strong with the objectives of promoting peace and unity across Guyana.

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka,  CMC – Jamaican pacer Oshane Thomas and Grenadian wicketkeeper-batsman Andre Fletcher anchored Kandy Falcons to a convincing nine-wicket win against Colombo Stars in the Lanka Premier League yesterday.

(The Gleaner) – The St Catherine police are probing a robbery in which millions of dollars’ worth of cooking oil was stolen from a delivery truck on Saturday morning.

President Irfaan Ali on Tuesday said that the gas to shore project will not affect the pace of planned renewable energy projects as he reaffirmed the PPP/C government’s commitment to ensure that Guyana has a diversified portfolio of energy generation.

(Reuters) – Pope Francis revealed in a new interview published on Sunday that after he was elected in 2013 he signed a letter of resignation to be used if someday severe and permanent health problems made it impossible to carry out his duties.

(Reuters) – Elon Musk reinstated the Twitter accounts of several journalists that were suspended for a day over a controversy on publishing public data about the billionaire’s plane.

Oil and gas Deal inked for US$759m gas to energy plants: In what will be the country’s most expensive public sector project ever, the contract to build the US$759 million, 300 MW combined-cycle power plant and a natural gas liquids (NGL) facility at Wales, West Bank Demerara (WCD), was on Tuesday inked between Guyana and US companies CH4/Lindsayca.

The prestigious World Speed Chess Championship follows shortly after today’s Argentina vs France World Cup final.

Dear Editor, CRG wishes for a speedy recovery for presidential guard Constable Perreira.

2023 is less than two weeks away and without a doubt many of you may have plans to join a gym/fitness centre and embark on some kind of fitness and health journey.

The government through its holding company NICIL is now seeking expressions of interest for the sale of its shares in the Marriott Hotel.

The year was 2006. My eldest cousin’s wife had cooked quite a spread for her family’s Christmas meal.

Light is the final element of art left for us to consider.

MELBOURNE,  (Reuters) – The Adelaide Strikers produced an astonishing bowling performance to dismiss Sydney Thunder for 15 in Australia’s Big Bash League (BBL), a record low total in a professional T20 match.

(Reuters) – Writer and scholar Nelida Pinon, the first woman to preside over the Brazilian Aca-demy of Letters (ABL), died at age 85 in Lisbon, according to the literary club and Brazilian media reports.

A total of 53 persons have signed up for title documents for lands they have been illegally occupying for years at Pigeon Island, on the East Coast of Demerara.

Introduction Today’s column continues my re-visit of Government Take and recoverable oil resources in Guyana.

Former Prime Minister and Mayor Hamilton Green, writing in one national newspaper on December 15, suggested that Guyanese should not be surprised if Guyana is renamed the ‘State of Ali Irfaan.’

I have always found the ocean to be a rather enchanting place.

I last worked in the Guyana Sugar Industry in 1999 – though I continued in sugar as CEO of the Sugar Association of the Caribbean until 2007 – so I do not pretend to understand Guysuco’s current challenges and have no intention of second-guessing the executives now tackling its challenges.