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GeorgetownGuyana

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Berbice Cricket Mourns Passing of Dhieranidranauth Somwaru, Known as Sir Sam

New YorkUnited States

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US Judge Overseeing Nicolas Maduro Case Dies at 92

LondonUnited Kingdom

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Police Investigate 'Viable Postal Device' Found at Ebrington Hotel in Londonderry at 15:20 GMT on Tuesday

BeijingChina

12:18 PMmidday

China's Vice-Minister of Finance Liao Min Appointed IMF Deputy Managing Director

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World2h ago1 min

King Charles III Dances in Nassau Parade with Officials

King Charles III participated in a parade in Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas, where he was seen dancing alongside officials.

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United Kingdom2h ago2 min

Police Investigate 'Viable Postal Device' Found at Ebrington Hotel in Londonderry at 15:20 GMT on Tuesday

Police in Northern Ireland are investigating a 'viable postal device' discovered at The Ebrington hotel in Londonderry, with police suggesting dissident republicans might be involved. The incident caused disruption during Halloween celebrations and has drawn condemnation from various political figures. The incident, which caused disruption during a period of Halloween celebrations, has drawn condemnation from various political figures.

World2h ago2 min

King Charles's Bahamas Visit Included Junkanoo Participation and Acknowledgment of Past Suffering

During his nine-day Caribbean tour, King Charles engaged in various activities in the Bahamas, including joining a Junkanoo parade, meeting students at Bonefish Pond National Park, and attending a garden reception at Government House in Nassau. His visit also included acknowledging the 'suffering of the past' during a speech.

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Guyana2h ago1 min

Berbice Cricket Mourns Passing of Dhieranidranauth Somwaru, Known as Sir Sam

The local cricket community is mourning the death of Dhieranidranauth Somwaru, also known as Sir Sam or Big Sam, who served as the former President of the Berbice Cricket Board (BCB) and a former First-Class Umpire. Both the BCB and the West Indies Cricket Umpires Association (WICUA) issued statements expressing their condolences and honoring his contributions to cricket in Berbice and Guyana.

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Guyana3h ago3 min

Guyana Times: Child Protection Requires Shared Responsibility Beyond Institutions

Following recent child deaths in Guyana, the Guyana Times asserts that safeguarding young lives demands a sustained national commitment involving families and communities, not just official bodies. The article emphasizes the need for adults to listen to and act upon children's disclosures of harm.

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Business3h ago3 min

President Ali Calls for Public-Private Investment to Modernize Caribbean Ports

President Dr Irfaan Ali has urged increased public-private investment to modernize Caribbean ports, citing issues like aging infrastructure and insufficient navigational depth. He highlighted the need for dredging the Demerara River and plans for a deepwater port connecting Guyana to northern Brazil.

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Guyana3h ago2 min

Fires in Mahdia and Soesdyke Leave Six Homeless; Fire Service Warns of Increased Wildfire Risk

The Guyana Fire Service is advising the public to exercise greater caution regarding fires due to extended dry conditions, following separate incidents in Central Mahdia, Region Eight, and Soesdyke, East Bank Demerara, which resulted in six people becoming homeless and the destruction of property.

Guyana3h ago3 min

President Ali Congratulates Lula on Re-election; Guyana Emphasizes Brazil's Role in Regional Diplomacy

President Dr Irfaan Ali congratulated Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his re-election as President of Brazil, noting the strong ties between the two nations. The statement from the Guyana Times also detailed Guyana's ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding its border dispute with Venezuela.

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Guyana3h ago1 min

President Irfaan Ali's Call for Death Penalty Review Amid Discussion of Justice in Guyana: Frank DeAbreu's Letter

In a letter published in Kaieteur News, Frank DeAbreu commented on President Irfaan Ali's call for a review of the death penalty, touching upon the necessity of capital punishment and the need for timely legal proceedings in Guyana.

Guyana3h ago1 min

Thirty Fire Service Recruits Participated in Specialized Training on Human Trafficking

Thirty recruits of the Guyana Fire Service participated in specialized training organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs on October 28, 2026, to recognize the signs of human trafficking, identify potential victims, and respond appropriately to suspected cases.

Business4h ago1 min

China's Vice-Minister of Finance Liao Min Appointed IMF Deputy Managing Director

The South China Morning Post reports that China's vice-minister of finance, Liao Min, has been named the next deputy managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), succeeding Li Bo.

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World4h ago1 min

Putin Criticizes West at Russia-Africa Summit, Alleges Exploitation of Africa

During the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, Vladimir Putin stated that the West is excessively enriching itself at Africa's expense and attempting to reintroduce debt bondage to African nations.

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Technology5h ago3 min

From NASA Grant to AG3 Labs: Gardner's Journey in Drone Technology

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Technology1d ago3 min

NIST Releases PQC Standards and Roadmap to Guide Transition Away From Quantum-Vulnerable Algorithms

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Technology4d ago1 min

Analysts Caution Taiwan Against Over-Reliance on Single Foreign Satellite Provider After Starlink Restrictions

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Technology4d ago1 min

Design Proposal for Wing-Mounted Early-Warning Radar in Military Aircraft

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Technology5d ago3 min

Guyana Faces Surge in Cyber-Attacks; GPF Adjusting Strategy Amid Growing Digital Threats

Technology6d ago3 min

UK Government Outlines New Measures to Safeguard Undersea Internet Cables Amid Russian Interference Fears

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Business3h ago3 min

President Ali Calls for Public-Private Investment to Modernize Caribbean Ports

Business4h ago1 min

China's Vice-Minister of Finance Liao Min Appointed IMF Deputy Managing Director

Business4h ago1 min

HKMA Maintains Base Rate at 4.25 Percent Following US Federal Reserve Decision

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Business5h ago1 min

Federal Open Market Committee Raises Federal Funds Rate Target to 3-3/4 to 4 Percent

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Business5h ago1 min

Agencies Issue Feedback on Resolution Plans for 15 Banking Organizations

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Business5h ago1 min

Federal Open Market Committee Maintains Federal Funds Rate Target Range

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Science5h ago1 min

NASA Test Pilot Mike Lippert Conducts First Flight of X-59 Quiet Supersonic Research Aircraft

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Science2d ago1 min

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King Charles III Dances in Nassau Parade with Officials

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Police Investigate 'Viable Postal Device' Found at Ebrington Hotel in Londonderry at 15:20 GMT on Tuesday

King Charles's Bahamas Visit Included Junkanoo Participation and Acknowledgment of Past Suffering

Berbice Cricket Mourns Passing of Dhieranidranauth Somwaru, Known as Sir Sam

Guyana Times: Child Protection Requires Shared Responsibility Beyond Institutions

President Ali Calls for Public-Private Investment to Modernize Caribbean Ports

Fires in Mahdia and Soesdyke Leave Six Homeless; Fire Service Warns of Increased Wildfire Risk

President Ali Congratulates Lula on Re-election; Guyana Emphasizes Brazil's Role in Regional Diplomacy

President Irfaan Ali's Call for Death Penalty Review Amid Discussion of Justice in Guyana: Frank DeAbreu's Letter

Thirty Fire Service Recruits Participated in Specialized Training on Human Trafficking

China's Vice-Minister of Finance Liao Min Appointed IMF Deputy Managing Director

Putin Criticizes West at Russia-Africa Summit, Alleges Exploitation of Africa

Technology

From NASA Grant to AG3 Labs: Gardner's Journey in Drone Technology

NIST Releases PQC Standards and Roadmap to Guide Transition Away From Quantum-Vulnerable Algorithms

Analysts Caution Taiwan Against Over-Reliance on Single Foreign Satellite Provider After Starlink Restrictions

Design Proposal for Wing-Mounted Early-Warning Radar in Military Aircraft

Guyana Faces Surge in Cyber-Attacks; GPF Adjusting Strategy Amid Growing Digital Threats

UK Government Outlines New Measures to Safeguard Undersea Internet Cables Amid Russian Interference Fears

Business

President Ali Calls for Public-Private Investment to Modernize Caribbean Ports

China's Vice-Minister of Finance Liao Min Appointed IMF Deputy Managing Director

HKMA Maintains Base Rate at 4.25 Percent Following US Federal Reserve Decision

Federal Open Market Committee Raises Federal Funds Rate Target to 3-3/4 to 4 Percent

Agencies Issue Feedback on Resolution Plans for 15 Banking Organizations

Federal Open Market Committee Maintains Federal Funds Rate Target Range

Science

Webb Image Reveals Turbulent Star Formation in N159 of Large Magellanic Cloud

Artemis III SLS Core Stage Integrated with Boosters at Kennedy Space Center

Vietnam Becomes 78th Nation to Sign Artemis Accords

Rubin Observatory Identifies Possible Large Dwarf Planet Candidate ED138

NASA Test Pilot Mike Lippert Conducts First Flight of X-59 Quiet Supersonic Research Aircraft

NASA's NEO Surveyor Sunshade Details Revealed During Inspection