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Russell Brand's Barrister Self-Reports to Regulator After Confrontation with Journalist

Russell Brand's defence barrister has referred himself to the regulator following reports that he confronted a Sunday Times journalist during a 2023 media investigation into Brand. The barrister, Ian Winter KC, stated his professional duty required the self-report after the journalist, Rosamund Urwin, claimed he responded with a 'snarl' and made a remark.

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Business6d ago1 min

Prime Minister Supports Return of Kashif and Shanghai Football Tournament to Linden

The Honourable Mark Phillips, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d), met with the organizers of the Kashif and Shanghai Football Tournament and voiced his backing for the competition's return to Linden. The tournament, themed “Destination Linden/Football Means Business,” is scheduled to run from December 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, featuring 16 first-division clubs competing for a G$3 million prize.

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Business6d ago4 min

Guyana's Wholesale and Retail Sector Faces Scrutiny Over Labour Compliance and High Turnover

The Guyana Times reports that the wholesale and retail sector in Guyana is facing significant attention from regulators due to persistent issues with non-compliance and high employee turnover. The Labour and Manpower Planning Ministry is intensifying its engagement with businesses to enforce labour legislation, noting that wholesale and retail businesses recorded the highest employee turnover in 2026.

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Business6d ago4 min

India to Provide Guyana with US$500 Million Credit Facility for Development Projects

India announced a US$500 million credit facility to Guyana, intended to support development in healthcare, defense, and infrastructure, as reported by the Guyana Times.

Business6d ago1 min

Prime Minister Phillips Supports Return of Kashif and Shanghai Football Tournament to Linden

Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d), Mark Phillips, met with tournament organizers to express support for the Kashif and Shanghai Football Tournament, which is scheduled to take place in Linden from December 13, 2026, to January 1, 2027, with a G$3 million prize.

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Business6d ago3 min

Shadow Oil Minister Calls on Government to End Information Blackout Regarding Oil Wealth

The Shadow Minister of Natural Resources, Sharma Solomon, has urged the Government of Guyana (GoG) to cease treating Guyanese citizens as mere observers of the nation's oil wealth, citing a lack of transparency regarding the sector. Solomon highlighted instances where ExxonMobil provided information to its shareholders before the GoG informed the public about discoveries and financial arrangements.

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Guyana6d ago4 min

Cop in Video Leak Saga Seeks High Court Bail Amid CCTV Footage Allegations

The father of police constable Ryan Greene has petitioned the High Court for his 20-year-old son's release, who was remanded alongside Azruddin Mohamed over allegations concerning the unauthorized acquisition and sharing of CCTV footage from the October 12 shooting on Barr Street, Kitty.

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Guyana6d ago1 min

Reflections on Post Offices and Changing Communication Habits

Kaieteur News reports on the observation that many people are surprised to find that post offices still exist, noting the shift from traditional Christmas cards to electronic messages.

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Business6d ago3 min

Lutesh Singh's Century and Four Wickets Lead No73 Young Warriors to 9-Wicket Victory in MBBF T20 Cricket

Lutesh Singh's performance, which included a century and four wickets, propelled No73 Young Warriors to a 9-wicket victory in the fifth round of the Marcus Bisram Foundation (MBBF) $50,000US T20 cricket competition, which is sponsored by Marcus Bisram. The competition is for teams in the Upper Corentyne and Black Bush Polder areas.

World6d ago2 min

NDC Achieves Landslide Victory, Securing Second Term for Prime Minister Mitchell

According to Kaieteur News, Grenada's National Democratic Congress (NDC) secured a decisive victory in the general elections, allowing Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell to be re-elected for a second term. The NDC defeated the New National Party (NNP) by winning 14 of the 15 contested seats. Both President Dr. Irfaan Ali and Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley offered congratulations to Mitchell and the NDC.

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Business6d ago4 min

US Treasury Sanctions Indian Nationals for Using Guyana's Flag to Shield Iran's Shadow Fleet

The US Treasury Department has sanctioned Indian nationals Suniel Kumar Sharma and Jaspreet Preeti Shahid for their alleged role in a criminal network that utilized Guyana's flag to conceal Iran's shadow fleet. The Government of Guyana has welcomed these sanctions, with the Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) emphasizing its commitment to preventing the fraudulent use of its national flag.

Business6d ago4 min

ExxonMobil Gains New Permit for Jacunda-1 Well in Stabroek Block Amid Discovery Reports

Kaieteur News reported that ExxonMobil, the operator of the Stabroek Block, obtained a new exploration permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Jacunda-1 well, effective from September 23, 2026, through September 22, 2031. The report also detailed recent discoveries, including Rockhead-1, which ExxonMobil's Vice President, John Ardill, mentioned, and noted that the company has drilled at least four new exploration wells this year.