Daily Archive: Monday, January 22, 2024

The police say they are probing the larceny of a quantity of copper wire and other items valued at $2,000,000 property of Troy Resources which occurred between 2024-01-18 and 2024-01-19 at 14 Miles, Issano, Region #7.

(Trinidad Express) Former head of the public service Reginald Dumas has called for any Government efforts towards constitutional reform to be all-inclusive, including that national consultations “reach every community”.

GAZA/DOHA/JERUSALEM, (Reuters) – Israeli forces, advancing deep into western Khan Younis in Gaza’s bloodiest fighting of the new year so far, stormed one hospital and placed another under siege on Monday, cutting the wounded off from trauma care, Palestinian officials said.

 (Reuters) – The global fight against malaria took a stride forward today as Cameroon launched the world’s first routine vaccine programme against the mosquito-borne disease that is projected to save tens of thousands of children’s lives per year across Africa.

HOUSTON, (Reuters) – Dozens of companies have rushed in recent weeks to obtain data and join a U.S.

MEXICO CITY,  (Reuters) – At least 12 suspected criminals were killed on a highway near Hermosillo in the northern Mexican state of Sonora, a state official said yesterday, in what authorities called a foiled attempt to rescue the son of a cartel hitman.

HOUSTON, (Reuters) – Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) , opens new tab yesterday filed a complaint in a Texas court seeking to prevent a climate proposal by activist investors from going to a vote during the company’s shareholder meeting in May.

AYODHYA, India, (Reuters) – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the consecration today of a grand temple to the Hindu god Lord Ram on a site believed to be his birthplace, in a historic event for the Hindu majority of the world’s most populous nation.

Finance Singh unveils trillion-dollar budget: Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh last Monday announced that the budget for this year amounts to a historic, whopping $1.146 trillion when compared to $781.

With its annual shareholders meeting set for Saturday, local food and beverage giant Banks DIH Limited is set to announce that it registered a net profit of a whopping $8.970 billion last year, up 6% from 2022.

A US-based Guyanese man was arrested at the John F Kennedy International Airport in New York on Friday, allegedly with some 40lbs of cocaine worth more than US$500,000 concealed  between bags of frozen shrimp.

By Abigail Headley A teacher, who is based in Paramakatoi Region Eight (Potaro-Siparuni), is on the verge of calling it quits as her plea for better living arrangements is not being met by the relevant authorities.

Corentyne activist Gobin Harbhajan has claimed that a section of the riprap sea defence, which was completed in 2021 at the Number 61 Corentyne foreshore in Region Six (East Berbice-Corentyne) is falling apart leaving several farms and residential areas under threat.

The Georgetown Public Hospital (GPH) plastic surgery and maxillofacial teams accomplished a significant milestone over the last weekend when they completed their second round of independent cleft surgeries.

Auditor General (AG) Deodat Sharma on Friday said that the Bamia Primary School project was not documented in his 2022 report due to its incompletion and once completed will be itemised in the 2023 report.

With a total investment of over US$100 million, Guyana’s Technical Training College Inc, which is being built in the ancient county of Berbice, is likely to be envied in the Caribbean as its localised, hands-on technical training will also be needed in other countries.

Colts and Eagles secured a 1-0 lead in their best of three playoff series against Kobras and the University of Guyana (UG) Trojans, respectively, when the inaugural edition of the ‘One Guyana’ Basketball Premier League resumed on Saturday evening at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue.

Jeremy Cole and Kataleya Sam won the Open and Girl’s Divisional titles, respectively, when the Kitty Square Mall National U12 Chess Championships concluded on Saturday at the School of the Nations auditorium, New Market Street.

Stabroek News spoke to members of the public in the area of Saywah, Cane Grove, East Coast Demerara about the rising cost of living and how it is affecting them.

The coconut sub-sector is set to receive a significant boost with a budget allocation of $78 million in 2024, as announced by Finance Minister Ashni Singh.

Dear Editor, I would appreciate, if you could grant me the opportunity, to respond to Dr Randy Persaud’s letter of Sunday, January 21, 2024.

The collaboration between the Guyana Deaf Association and the Ministry of Education resulted in the opening of an art exhibit at Castellani House, marked by the theme “Deaf Artistry Unveiled: Fostering Talents, Shaping Perspectives.”

Dear Editor, I write to publicly express my dissatisfaction and disapproval of the actions taken by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr.

Minister Robeson Benn confirmed the government’s intention to implement facial recognition technology, when the issue was raised during the Ministry of Home Affairs’ end-of-year press conference, and highlighted the necessity for legislative measures to ensure proper oversight and protect citizens’ rights.

(Reuters) – Twenty-seven people were killed and 25 injured when Ukrainian forces shelled the Russian-controlled city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine, Denis Pushilin, the Russian-appointed head of the Donetsk region, said on Sunday.

Dear Editor, During a recent press conference, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo made comments about the University of Guyana that is beyond comprehension.

JERUSALEM (Reuters) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday rejected conditions presented by Hamas to end the war and release hostages that would include Israel’s complete withdrawal and leaving Hamas in power in Gaza.

Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn has said that while the DNA analysis workflow system was almost fully operational, some samples are still being sent overseas for analysis.

Dear Editor, The North Rupununi is devastated by the shocking loss of Randy Gilbert. 

FRANKFURT/BERLIN (Reuters) – Hundreds of thousands of people have taken to the streets across towns and cities in Germany this weekend as the country enters a second week of nationwide protests against the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.

Outlining the government’s stance on gun crimes during the ministry’s end-of-the-year 2023 press conference, Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn has pledged that there would be no amnesty for illegal gun owners.

Prime Minister (PM), Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has called for strengthened cooperation among the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) member states.

Dear Editor, I have read Maj Gen Joe Singh’s COI report into the Mahdia tragedy cover to cover.

DUBLIN (Reuters) – British journalist Ian Bailey, chief suspect in the 1996 murder of a French film producer in Ireland that triggered an extradition battle between the countries, died on Sunday of a suspected heart attack, his solicitor said.

Dear Editor, It is a new year, but it seems to be the same old, same old, at City Hall in Georgetown.

Well-known and respected boxing referee Lawrence Assanah will be the representative of the Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) in the upcoming International Boxing Association (IBA) Two-Star Referees/Judges Course scheduled to be held in Spain.

The Mash Street-ball Championship is pencilled to commence on February 18th at the National Park Thomas Lands, with 16 teams slated to battle for over $1,000,000 in prizes in the one-day competition.

(Reuters) – Barcelona secured a last-gasp 4-2 win at Real Betis yesterday, as stoppage-time goals from substitute Joao Felix and striker Ferran Torres, who completed his hat-trick, helped to ease the pressure on manager Xavi Hernandez in a stuttering season.

Guyana Football Federation (GFF) Technical Director Bryan Joseph confirmed that recently appointed Men’s U20 Head Coach Kayode McKinnon and Goalkeeper Trainer Richard Reynolds arrived on local shores yesterday and that 13 overseas-based players will participate in the preparatory phase for the impending 2024 CONCACAF Men’s U20 Qualifiers.

The Rose Hall Town Jammers (RHTJ) won the Best Gym title when the final bell rang for the first edition of the 2024 Pepsi/Mike Parris U16 School Boys and Girls Boxing Championships.

Sky Kings and Kanuku Warriors recorded wins in the women’s segment, while Wowetta was victorious in the men’s division when the RDC Republic Football Cup continued on Saturday.

The government will be taking proactive measures towards the production of sand, stone, and manganese, Finance Minister Ashni Singh said in his budget presentation on Monday last, adding that it was committed to supporting the growth of sand and stone production in order to keep up with the rapid expansion of the construction sector.

CAIRO (Reuters) – Egypt will not allow any threat to Somalia, President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Sunday after Ethiopia said it would consider recognising an independence claim by Somaliland in a deal that would give it access to a sea port.

In Part 58 of how the Cost of Living is affecting People published in this newspaper, Timehri Base Road resident Lillowtie Hurdial detailed her tribulations.

Last Monday was Budget Day 2024 – the day that everyone was looking forward to for an assessment of the performance of the country’s economy in 2023 and its state of affairs at the end of that year.

By Ark Ramsay Ark Ramsay (Bridgetown, 1994) is a trans writer currently based in Barbados.

As play continued in the West Demerara Cricket Association (WDCA) Jits & Neelam-sponsored 40-over cricket competition, national players Akshaya Persaud and Richie Looknauth played starring roles with the bat as they led Cornelia Ida Cricket Club (CICC) to a 10-wicket thrashing of Wales at the Meten-Meer-Zorg Community Ground.