Saturday, June 6, 2026
Saturday, June 6, 2026
International
David Lammy requests pardon for 1823 slave rebellion convicts(The Guardian) - Exclusive: Shadow minister says pardon would be ‘significant step in Britain’s acknowledgement of its role in history…
Guyana’s envoy applauds Qatar for dedicating a day to sports(Qatar Tribune) - Diplomats and officials of the Embassy of Cooperative Republic of Guyana held a fitness walkathon at Aspire…
Lata’s passing has left a void that cannot be filled- Indian High CommissionerStatement by the Indian High Commissioner to Guyana, Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, on the passing of iconic Indian singer, Lata Mangeshkar…
‘The world has lost an amazing voice’- President AliPresident Irfaan Ali on Sunday expressed condolences to the family, government and people of India on the passing of the…
When Lata Mangeshkar drove Georgetown frantic in 1980(Lata Mangeshkar, one of India’s most venerated singers who sang tens of thousands of songs in her lifetime, has died…
Lata Mangeshkar, India’s most iconic singer, dies at 92Lata Mangeshkar, one of India's most venerated singers who sang tens of thousands of songs in her lifetime, has died…
Despite challenges, China satisfied with Guyana’s adherence to One-China-PolicyBy Kurt Campbell kurt@newsroom.gy In 1972, Guyana took the lead and became the first country in the English-Speaking Caribbean…
No travel rush for Chinese New Year but ‘dumplings’ remain a must[caption id="attachment_134034" align="alignleft" width="403"] During the Chinese New Year, the village market is permeated with festivity. A little girl in…
Tsunami hits Tonga after giant volcano eruptionTsunami waves caused by a giant underwater volcanic eruption have hit the Pacific country of Tonga. Social media footage showed…
Novak Djokovic: Australia cancels tennis star’s visaBBC - Australia has revoked tennis star Novak Djokovic's visa for a second time in a row over his right…
Bob Saget, who portrayed Danny Tanner in ‘Full House,’ diesBBC - The US actor and comedian Bob Saget, best known for starring in the sitcom Full House, has died…
US Embassy re-opens Commerce DepartmentFrom oil and gas, to agriculture to tourism and the hospitality sector, international investors from the United States (US) are…
QC alumnus knighted for services to human rights(Metro) Trevor Phillips has been given a knighthood for his services to equality and human rights in the New Year…
Guyanese Valerie Amos is first Black woman to get top royal honourThe Baroness Valerie Amos, born on the island of Wakenaam, is to be appointed as a member of the Order…
Legendary actress Betty White dies(BBC) Betty White was US television's Golden Girl with the heart of gold, celebrated for her comic acting abilities from…
Sweeping private-sector vaccine mandate goes into effect in N.Y.C.(New York Times) - Mayor Bill de Blasio on Monday implemented what he cast as the most sweeping vaccine mandate…
Desmond Tutu: South Africa anti-apartheid hero dies aged 90(BBC) Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the Nobel Peace prize laureate who helped end apartheid in South Africa, has died aged 90.…
