Dual citizens not qualified for Parliament – GECOM reminds

With Nomination Day for the September 1, 2025 General and Regional Elections fast approaching, the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has issued a reminder to all political stakeholders and aspiring candidates: individuals holding dual citizenship are not …

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The wisdom encompassed in the US’ Declaration of Independence should be practiced worldwide

Dear Editor, Independence Day in the USA this year could not have arrived for those in the country, with its usual enthusiasm and festivities. For those au fait with the Declaration of Independence, they would have been feeling a sense of despair and …

West Indies performance is just simply unacceptable

Dear Editor,                                               While West Indies has been floundering near the bottom of the ladder at the Test level for a number of years, it is simply unacceptable for a Test side playing at home to be bowled out in 30 plus …

APNU unveils potential lineup for senior positions

Eden Corbin Introducing a fresh lineup of potential ministers and permanent secretaries at its Sunday rally, APNU signalled a blend of legal minds and new entrants into the political arena. The platform showcased a diverse group, including attorneys and …

Give supporters what they want to hear

Dear Editor  The party perceived to be in disarray was the first to officially hit the campaign trail with its launch. Bashing the incumbent on its management of the country, a number of lofty pledges were rolled off tongues in fiery, ‘time up’ speeches, …

PM lauds EPA’s role in advancing sustainable development

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips underscored the Government of Guyana’s continued commitment to strengthening the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Sunday evening, as he delivered the feature address at the agency’s 29th Anniversary …

‘Legend’ Lara should keep Test record – Mulder

SOUTH Africa’s Wiaan Mulder said it is “exactly the way it should be” for Brian Lara to hold on to his record for the highest individual score in a Test innings. Mulder, leading the Proteas for the first time, declared on himself at lunch on day two of the …

Dr Joseph `Reds’ Perreira honoured by CWI in Barbados

THE venerable and legendary sportscaster Dr Joseph ‘Reds’ Perreira was recently honoured by Cricket West Indies (CWI) along with many iconic cricketing luminaries at the 1975 World Cup winning anniversary celebrations. At the gala affair, Perreira was …

‘Hendy’ Wallace enters race for BCA presidency

–as battle for top job heats up HENDERSON “Hendy” Wallace has confirmed his intention to contest the presidency of the Barbados Cricket Association (BCA), setting the stage for a keenly-contested election later this month. Wallace, who currently serves as …