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- Edu. Minister rejects GTU claims of breaching confidentiality
- ‘We have always put people first’ – Finance Minister
- ‘Fragmented and weak’ – Ashni Singh takes Terrence Campbell, Azruddin Mohamed to task on Budget 2026
- Report reflecting 58% poverty rate was from APNU’s era in gov’t – Ashni Singh
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Chronic information distortion by Opposition — Ashni Singh
After a week of spirited debates over the 2026 National Budget, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh has accused the opposition of “chronic and barefaced distortion.” Dr Singh was the last contributor to the budget debate, a task that allowed him to analyse and respond to each presentation before him. Throughout his three-hour-long presentation on Friday...
Edu. Minister rejects GTU claims of breaching confidentiality
Education Minister Sonia Parag has rejected claims that she breached confidentiality by releasing “sensitive information” on Opposition Member of Parliament...
‘We have always put people first’ – Finance Minister
Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh said the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) has always put people first, a sentiment he...
‘Fragmented and weak’ – Ashni Singh takes Terrence Campbell, Azruddin Mohamed to task on Budget 2026
Deeming the combined political opposition both weak and fragmented, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh criticised the weak contributions from the...
Report reflecting 58% poverty rate was from APNU’s era in gov’t – Ashni Singh
Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh had cause to clarify an Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) document used by Opposition Parliamentarians during...
Crime
Vanlisha Warrick, a 28-year-old single mother says she lost all of her life’s belongings after a fire destroyed her home...
Passengers who are overcharged by minibus operators are being encouraged to report the matter to the Police so action can...
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is set to significantly strengthen its air and maritime capabilities this year, as part of...
Police in Regional Division No. 2 are investigating the discovery of a quantity of suspected cocaine found during a stop-and-search...
A police corporal sustained stab wounds after he was allegedly attacked by two men who attempted to disarm him while...
Politics
Chronic information distortion by Opposition — Ashni Singh
After a week of spirited debates over the 2026 National Budget, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh has accused the opposition...
Edu. Minister rejects GTU claims of breaching confidentiality
Education Minister Sonia Parag has rejected claims that she breached confidentiality by releasing “sensitive information” on Opposition Member of Parliament...
‘We have always put people first’ – Finance Minister
Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh said the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) has always put people first, a sentiment he...
‘Fragmented and weak’ – Ashni Singh takes Terrence Campbell, Azruddin Mohamed to task on Budget 2026
Deeming the combined political opposition both weak and fragmented, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh criticised the weak contributions from the...
Report reflecting 58% poverty rate was from APNU’s era in gov’t – Ashni Singh
Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh had cause to clarify an Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) document used by Opposition Parliamentarians during...
Defending $1.558 trillion budget, Ashni Singh says gov’t building a better Guyana
In the final presentation spanning more than three hours, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh defended this year’s $1.558 trillion national...
‘We don’t need Terrence Campbell’s validation’ – Ashni Singh says in stinging rebuke of APNU’s Parliamentary lead
Amid loud protests and interruptions, Finance Minister Dr Ashni Singh criticised APNU’s Parliamentary lead, Terrence Campbell, and his fellow Parliamentarians...
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BEYOND THE TAPE: INSIDE A CRIME SCENE
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2026 BUDGET TO BE PRESENTED SOON – G/TOWN MAYOR
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This is the News Room for Friday, February 06, 2026.
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2026 BUDGET DEBATE II DAY 5
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2026 BUDGET DEBATES II DAY 5
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NOVICES CHAMPIONSHIP SET TO 'FLEX OFF' NEW BODYBUILDING SEASON ON MARCH 22
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EXCITEMENT BREWING AMONG GUYANESE MOTOR RACERS ON ARRIVAL OF GT3 SERIES
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SEVERAL STADIUMS TO BE COMMISSIONED THIS YEAR RAMSON Jr copy
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YOUNG SINGLE MOTHER DEVASTATED AFTER FIRE DESTROYS QUEENSTOWN HOME
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MOHAMEDS’ LAWYERS QUESTION INTEGRITY OF US JUSTICE SYSTEM
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POLICE URGE PASSENGERS TO REPORT MINIBUS FARE OVERCHARGING
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MORE ACCESSIBLE SERVICES, WEALTH CREATION SUPPORT FOR SMALL MINERS COMING
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HUNDREDS OF FAMILIES BENEFIT FROM NEW CUMMINGS LODGE DEVELOPMENT
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NOT JUST ICONIC ONE LINERS BUDGET DEBATE WINDS DOWN
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SAMMY OUTLINES ROADMAP FOR SUCCESS AT T20 WORLD CUP
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SEVERAL STADIUMS TO BE COMMISSIONED THIS YEAR RAMSON JR.
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YOUNG SINGLE MOTHER DEVASTATED AFTER FIRE DESTROYS QUEENSTOWN HOME
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FIVE YEARS ON, MOTHER STILL WITHOUT CLOSURE AS DAUGHTER’S REMAINS ARE BURIED
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GDF EXPANDING AIR, SEA AND DRONE CAPABILITIES IN 2026 – GDF CHIEF
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This is the News Room for Thursday, February 05, 2026.
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2026 BUDGET DEBATES II DAY 4
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BUDGET DEBATE 2026: RAMSON Jr., PRIMUS CLASH OVER SPORT DEVELOPMENT
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‘THIS AND EVERY PPPC BUDGET PUTS PEOPLE FIRST’ – PRESIDENT ALI
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THAG FOCUSED ON STRONGER REGIONAL TOURISM LINKS
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ANOTHER ADJOURNMENT REQUEST REFUSED
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2026 BUDGET DEBATES II DAY 4
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FOUR DEAD IN CHEMICAL EXPOSURE ABOARD CARGO BARGE
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CHIEF JUSTICE DISMISSES BIAS CLAIM AS MOHAMEDS’ EXTRADITION CASE ADVANCES
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FIERY FOCUS ON YOUTH & CULTURE - PRIMUS & RAMSON JR. CLASH IN BUDGET DEBATE
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‘WE MUST CONTINUE TO STAND GUARD’ - GDF CHIEF WARNS AMID RISING REGIONAL TENSIONS
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‘MINERALS OF GUYANA’ TO SHINE AT MASH & TRINIDAD CARNIVAL 2026
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SAMMY ‘HETMYER TAKING RESPONSIBILITY AT NUMBER THREE AHEAD OF WORLD CUP’
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BUDGET DEBATE HEALTHCARE, HOUSING & FOREIGN POLICY IN FOCUS
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This is the News Room for Wednesday, February 04, 2026.
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2026 BUDGET DEBATES II DAY 3
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FAMILY SAYS RUPUNUNI TOUR GUIDE FACED THREATS BEFORE HIS DEATH
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FROM GOVERNANCE TO HOUSING, SPIRITED BUDGET DEBATE CONTINUES
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GAS STATION BOMBING PAPER COMMITTAL SET FOR MARCH 10
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EFFORTS TO BRING GUYANESE HOME UNDERWAY AMID CANAWAIMA FERRY SERVICE SUSPENSION
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FAMILY ENDS SEARCH FOR MISSING GUYANESE FISHERMAN
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BAYROC NATIONAL STADIUM TO HOST MATCHES IN TERTIARY EDUCATION FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
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FROM GOVERNANCE TO HOUSING, SPIRITED BUDGET DEBATE CONTINUES
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T20 WORLD: CUP WEST INDIES SLUMP TO 23 RUN LOSS AGAINST AFGHANISTAN IN WARM UP
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NATIONAL BODYBUILDING TOUR IN PIPELINE AS ROGER CALLENDER RE ELECTED GBBFF PRESIDENT
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This is the News Room for Tuesday, February 03, 2026.
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ANNA CATHERINA DAY AND NIGHT CARE CENTRE OPENS
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FIA AWARD A STEPPING STONE FOR ‘RECORD DRIVEN’ SHAN SEEJATAN
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ALAIN HOPKINSON READY TO 'TEST THE LIMITS' IN SUPER BIKE A ELEVATION
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SUGAR DEBATE GOES SOUR... AS MUSTAPHA, PANDAY CLASH
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NEWCOMERS & SEASONED PARLIAMENTARIANS TAKE ON THE 2026 BUDGET DEBATE
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Sports
T20 World Cup: Hetmyer heroics, Shepherd hat-trick headline West Indies’ opening day win
Shimron Hetmyer’s explosive half-century carried West Indies to respectability and ultimately victory after a sluggish start to their T20 World Cup opener against Scotland, iced by Romario Shepherd’s stunning five-wicket haul which included a hat-trick. Head Coach Darren Sammy’s master plan to use Hetmyer’s experience and power up the order at No. 3 continues to...
GMR&SC greenlights major upgrades ahead of hosting GT Challenge de las Américas
The South Dakota Circuit is set for a high-speed facelift as the Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) moves...
T20 World Cup: Ashraf drags Pakistan over the line after big scare
The T20 World Cup started off with a heartstopper of a finish as Pakistan secured, then threw away, and finally...
Business
Aurora Gold Mine introduces one week paid leave for men with newborns
See full release issued by Aurora Gold Mine (AGM): AGM Inc. has introduced a paid paternity leave benefit for its male employees, reinforcing the company’s commitment to employee well-being, family support, and inclusive workplace policies. Effective January 1, 2026, all eligible male employees of the company will be entitled to one week of paid paternity...
Guyana records highest-ever January visitor arrivals – GTA
The Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) has announced that the country recorded its highest January visitor arrivals on record in 2026,...
ExxonMobil Guyana completes purchase of ‘One Guyana’ FPSO
ExxonMobil Guyana Ltd has completed the purchase of FPSO ONE GUYANA from SBM Offshore, finalising the transaction ahead of the...
Efforts to bring Guyanese home underway amid Canawaima Ferry Service suspension
Guyanese authorities are working to bring home Guyanese nationals who were left stranded in Suriname following the suspension of the...
Caribbean Motor Spares opens sixth branch in Corentyne
See full press release below: Caribbean Motor Spares Guyana (CMS), amongst Guyana’s leading suppliers of automotive parts and accessories, proudly...
Oil & Gas
ExxonMobil Guyana completes purchase of ‘One Guyana’ FPSO
ExxonMobil Guyana Ltd has completed the purchase of FPSO ONE GUYANA from SBM Offshore, finalising the transaction ahead of the unit’s maximum lease term, which was due to expire in August 2027. The completion was announced on Tuesday in Amsterdam, with SBM Offshore confirming that ExxonMobil Guyana will now assume ownership of the floating production,...
BUDGET 2026: Massive $119.4 billion allocation for continued ‘overhaul’ of energy sector
ExxonMobil Guyana Ltd has completed the purchase of FPSO ONE GUYANA from SBM Offshore, finalising the transaction ahead of the...
BUDGET 2026: With 260 lifts, oil fund closes 2025 at US$3.25B
Guyana’s Natural Resource Fund (NRF) recorded inflows of more than US$2.4 billion in 2025, driven by increased crude oil production...
Gas-to-Energy project on track for year-end completion
Work on Guyana’s landmark Gas-to-Energy (GTE) Project in Wales is steadily progressing, and it remains firmly on track for completion...
Features
From housekeeper to health coach: Linda Barker changing lives
At 5 a.m., while most of the country is still asleep, Linda Barker is already coaching someone through pain, sweat, and self-doubt. Not because she has to—but because she promised...
Bartica teen pursues business while balancing school and basketball
By Italy Ton-Chung Born and raised in Bartica and now residing in Georgetown, 18-year-old Alyann Adolphus is carving out a path defined by discipline, entrepreneurship and academic excellence. Her story...
‘Goblet Nation’ talks spirituality, asylum realities and the politics of speaking his truth
By any measure, Jason Mendonca is not easy to box in. Online, thousands know him as Goblet Nation — raw, funny, spiritual, political, controversial and deeply human. Offline, he’s a...
Carlvin Burnett bets his career on community and building an enduring Guyanese sound
By Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.gy The thing about some stars is that when you finally meet them, you might not like them. There’s some ego, guardedness, and an aura of self-belief...
Living with PCOS publicly
By Danielle Swain danielle@newsroom.gy Monique Balgobin arrived at the Skin Fairy clinic on Duke Street in Kingston, Georgetown, with the calm familiarity of someone who had done this several times...
